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SubscribeMeeting set for California Community Center at 5:30pm
Councilman David James (D-6) will host a Town Hall meeting for those who would like to learn more and discuss the Natures Methane Project proposed in West Louisville on Tuesday, October 20th.
Natures Methane has announced plans to locate an anaerobic digester in the 800 block of South 15th and 17th Streets. Councilman James is inviting the community to ask questions and learn more about the company’s operations and plans for the future.
“There has been a great deal of debate about this project and I want to make sure everyone has the facts on what has been proposed,” says James. “I have invited the principal players in this project as well as those who have expressed their concerns to this town hall.”
The Community Meeting will deal with two topics:
- Natures Methane Project in West Louisville
- Anaerobic Digestion Technology
Both pro and con side sin the debate will be represented on the panel for discussion.
The Community Meeting will be held at the California Community Center, 1600 West St. Catherine Street from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. The California Community Center is next to California Park.
For more information about the community meeting, contact Councilman James’ office at 574-1106.
Little ghosts and goblins of District 13 have a very special event waiting for them when Councilwoman Vicki Aubrey Welch and the Fairdale Community Club host the 13th Annual Trick or Treat Street on Thursday, October 22nd.
“The Fairdale Community Club is a fabulous organizer of this great event for the children of our area. The businesses and other organizations who participate are to be commended for demonstrating that they care about our children having a safe Halloween experience.” says Welch.
The Fairdale Playtorium will be the spooky scene for an evening of fun between the hours of 6:00pm and 8:00pm for children 12 and under. The Playtorium is located at 10616 West Manslick Road.
There will be free refreshments as well as trick or treating inside the Playtorium and costumes are encouraged.
Since 2003, Councilwoman Welch has partnered with the Fairdale Community Club and many area businesses to make Halloween a safe and fun holiday for children and their families. Last year, over 300 children and their parents enjoyed Trick or Treat Street.
For more information about the 13th Annual Trick or Treat Street, contact Councilwoman Welch’s office at 574-1113.
Planning & Zoning – Tuesday, October 13th 1:30pm
The Committee has one item on its agenda dealing with closing portions of Woodlawn Avenue, Nevada Avenue, Park Boulevard, Crittenden Drive, Hiawatha Avenue, Orange Drive and Rose Drive. Case No 13STREETS1007
While items may be on the agenda for this Committee, this does not mean all items will be acted upon or discussed. Please check with the Committee Chair prior to the beginning of the meeting.
Public Works, Bridges and Transportation – Tuesday, October 13th 3:00pm
The Committee has the following items on its agenda:
· A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement and receive a stipend from the Kentucky Regional Planning and Development Agency in the amount of $130,000 to support technical or professional planning/data collection services as indicated in the Kentucky regional Planning and Development Agency’s Fiscal Year 2016 Unified Planning Work Program
· An Ordinance amending the Metro Code of Ordinances to add Suburban Fire Districts to properties exempt from MSD Drainage Service Charges
· A Resolution consenting to the transfer of Insight Kentucky Partner II, L.P., from Time Warner Cable Inc. to Charter Communications, Inc. and authorizing the Mayor to execute a settlement agreement with Insight Kentucky Partner II, L.P., an assumption agreement with Charter Communications, Inc.
· A resolution relating to the Metropolitan Sewer District Floodplain Buy Out Program
· An Ordinance amending the code of ordinances regarding historical landmarks and preservation districts as it relates to the salvage and preservation of brick pavers removed from streets and alleys
Labor & Economic Development – Tuesday, October 13th 4:00pm
The Committee will hear from Bill Meeks, Executive Director for the Labor Management Committee.
The Committee has the following items on its agenda:
· A Resolution involving three parcels of property at 1300 and 1306 Bardstown Road
· A Resolution involving two parcels of property at the intersection of Muhammad Ali Blvd., 30th Street and West Market Street
Appropriations NDF’s CIF’s – Tuesday, October 13th 5:00pm
The Committee will review grant requests for Neighborhood Development Funds and Capital Infrastructure Funds of the 26 districts of the Louisville Metro Council.
Community Affairs – Wednesday, October 14th 1:30pm
The Committee will have a special discussion and receive updates on abandoned and vacant property in Metro Louisville. The Committee will hear from:
- Tim Barry, Louisville Metro Housing – Housing Issues
- Robert Kirschdorfer, Inspections, Permits and License (IPL) – Metro Housing Issues
- Latondra Yates, Land Bank – Metro Housing Issues
- Jeana Dunlap, Vacant and Abandoned Properties – Housing Issues
Health, Education & Housing – Wednesday, October 14th 2:30pm
The Committee will have two special discussion items for its meeting:
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Melinda Townsend-Breslin, American Cancer Society and Barb Kruse of J. Graham Brown Cancer Center
- Hands Up CPR – Debbie Fox, MetroSafe
Government Accountability & Ethics – Wednesday, October 14th 4:30pm
The Committee will receive an update from Jessica Montgomery – Louisville Metro Animal Services.
Committee on Contracts/ Appointments – Thursday, October 15th 3:00pm
The Committee will review pending contracts and appointments to Boards and Commissions of Metro Government. The Committee will also review an Ordinance establishing the Louisville Metro Cemetery Board.
Budget – Thursday, October 15th 5:00pm
The Committee has the following items on its agenda:
- An Ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2015- 2016 Capital Budget to rename paving projects in D15 to paving and sidewalk projects
- An Ordinance dealing with the issuance of General obligation Bonds for Public Projects and setting the terms and conditions for issuing those bonds
- An Ordinance relating to the Fiscal Year 2015- 2016 Operating Budget restricting changes to the organizational structure and functions of Neighborhood Place
Meeting times are subject to change. Agendas are followed at the discretion of the Chair of each Committee. While an item may be listed, it does not mean all items will be acted upon by a committee.
To review all agendas of the committees of the Louisville Metro Council, go to the Metro Council Clerk’s web page.
All meetings are aired live on Metro TV Insight cable Channel 25 and Channel 99 for UVERSE subscribers. Meetings are also streamlined on the Metro Council’s website. Go to: http://louisvilleky.gov/
For more information contact:
Tony Hyatt 574-4137 / 526-3622
Stephen Haag: 574-1204 / 645-1752
Training Set For Monday, October 12th At Southwest Regional Library
Louisville – In an effort to better educate the public about a current drug problem and save lives, Councilman David Yates (D-25) is partnering with the Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition to sponsor a free training session on Heroin/Opioid Overdose prevention this coming Monday, October 12th.
““The Heroin epidemic in Kentucky and even in our local community is staggering. We have a duty we as elected officials to help keep the public safe, says Yates. “At the same time, there are ways we can help save lives as we combat overdoses and get addicts into treatment. This training could definitely save a life.”
The training session will take place at the Southwest Regional Library from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
Kristen Keller and Phyllis Richardson of the Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition will conduct the training on Heroin/Opioid Overdose Prevention. Both women lost members of their families to drug addiction.
The training will feature the following:
· Learning the signs and symptoms of heroin and opioid overdose
· Learn how to use Naloxone (Narcan) to respond to an overdose
· Each individual can register to receive a Naloxone kit
“We want to encourage the public to join in this fight because opiate overdose can be prevented and we want to thank Councilman Yates for his interest in keeping our community safe,” says Keller.
The Southwest Regional Library is located at 9725 Dixie Highway
You can learn more here: https://kyhrc.org/naloxone-
Installation was supposed to begin at the end of summer
Councilman Steve Magre (D-10) is expressing his disappointment that another week has passed and there has been no action from the Norfolk Southern Railroad to move forward with the installation of needed railroad crossing gates at a dangerous intersection in the Buechel area.
“As I have said before the city has done everything it said it would do to make this a reality and the Commonwealth of Kentucky has signed off on an agreement with Norfolk Southern to get this project going,” said Magre. “This delay is inexcusable on the part of Norfolk is just delaying. I think they owe the community an explanation.”
The railroad crossing gates have been proposed after a series of fatal automobile accidents and injuries at Crawford Avenue and Buechel Avenue. Since 2014, it has been a priority to install the crossing gates.
Councilman Magre was instrumental in removing a tree near the tracks. Speed bumps have been installed along with new stop signs and new striping on the road. He had hoped gate installation would have begun by the end of summer.
“It would have been ideal to make the road in question a cul-da-sac but that is not going to happen because of safety reason and concerns expressed by the Buechel Fire Department,” said Magre. “Since that is no longer an option, it is time to move forward with getting these gates installed and running. I would hope Norfolk Southern would get moving with this project because of its importance to the area.”
President David Tandy (D-4) will hold a news conference on Thursday, October 8th to announce a special effort by the Metro Council to promote Breast Cancer Awareness Month during the month of October.
The President will be joined by other Council Members and Representatives of the American Cancer Society and the James Graham Brown Cancer Center to encourage all women to get breast cancer screenings during this month.
President Tandy will also announce a special reminder to the public to get tested during the month of October.
The news conference will be held at 1:30pm in Jefferson Square Park at the corner of Sixth and Jefferson Streets.
The Metro Council’s Intergovernmental Affairs Committee will receive a progress report from the Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness on the syringe exchange program since it began on June 10th.
Members will hear from Dr. Sarah Moyer, Interim Director of the Department who will make a presentation about how the effort has been working and what is next for the program.
““When the Metro Council approved this program, we indicated we would ask for regular updates on its progress and effectiveness. It is important to understand if the program is reaching the people it needs to for treatment and public safety,” says Councilman David Yates (D-25), who chairs the Committee.
After approval by the Kentucky General Assembly this year, Louisville was the first city in Kentucky to move forward with such a program.
The Intergovernmental Affairs Committee will meet at 2:00pm in Council Chambers, 601 West Jefferson Street. All Council meetings are carried live on Metro TV, Time Warner Cable Channel 25 on Channel 99 for UVERSE subscribers.
You can also watch the meetings online by going to the Metro Council homepage and click the “Watch Meetings Online” button.