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President David James is praising officers of the Department of Public Works Solid Waste Enforcement this afternoon for their pursuit of anyone who is illegally dumping in Louisville Metro. In this first impoundment, the dumping occurred in a vacant lot in the 1200 block of South 10th Street in District 6.

Mayor Greg Fischer and Dr. Sarah Moyer, Director of the Louisville Department of Public Health and Wellness updated the community on the state of COVID-19 in the city, responded to frequently asked questions regarding the virus and vaccine. As the health department continues its focus on mass vaccinations at the LouVax site at Broadbent Arena...

The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District (District) proposes to renew a FEDOOP operating permit to D.D. Williamson & Co, Inc. (caramel and natural coloring manufacturer), 1901 Payne Street, Louisville, KY 40206 in accordance with Regulation 2.17. This permit is being issued as the regularly scheduled permit renewal and D.D. Williamson &...

Bank’s park stewardship will support 2021 maintenance, programming Olmsted Parks Conservatory has announced that PNC Bank is making a year-long commitment to provide much-needed park stewardship and programming in Algonquin Park and the playground area at Iroquois Park. The sponsorship will help fund high-level maintenance and programming in PNC’s...

As part of National Day of Service, in honor of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, several members of the Louisville Metro Council will participate in a cleanup along Taylor Boulevard on Monday, January 18th.

Notice of Hearing Cancellation The Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District opened a public comment period December 11, 2020, on proposed amendments to Regulation 5.15, Chemical Accident Prevention Provisions, version 4. Written statements will be accepted via regular mail by the Board Secretary-Treasurer, Rachael Hamilton, Louisville Metro...

During the holiday season, the Parking Authority of River City (PARC) installed new pay stations along several blocks in downtown and on Cardinal Boulevard that aim to make parking easier in those areas and reduce costs. Along with the installation of the new pay stations, PARC has introduced dynamic pricing at the pay stations and meters, another...

As a dedicated police officer, Ray A. Barker patrolled the streets of Louisville for over 20 years. He is also known for the impact he made on thousands of young people as the rapping cop, Sir Friendly C. On Saturday, January 16th, Councilwoman Jessica Green (D-1) will unveil an honorary street sign in appreciation for his dedication to the...

Mayor Greg Fischer delivered his 11th annual State of the City address today, reflecting on the “enormous challenges” of the past year, “the potential in 2021 to make historic progress” – and Louisville’s plans to do just that. Citing the challenges of a global pandemic and resulting economic downturn, as well as the need to advance racial equity...

Mayor Greg Fischer delivered his 2021 State of the City address on Jan. 14. Transcript: Thank you, and thanks to the Louisville Rotary Club for giving me this opportunity every year to report on the state of our city. I wish we could be together, as we were last year at the beautiful new Y on West Broadway, where we focused on Louisville’s children...

Because of a sewage project conducted by MSD, Cherokee Parkway will be closed beginning Monday (1/18) between Willow Park and Grinstead Drive for approximately one month. Detour signs are already in place and please reference the map provided. Access to the park and Cherokee Golf Course should not be impacted, however, please be aware of...

Despite challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Landbank Authority continued its work to return properties to productive use through the sale of vacant and abandoned lots in 2020. The Landbank Authority approved the sale of 90 properties last year during its meetings, held mostly virtually, on the second Monday of each month. The...

We’re starting off 2021 with another way to contact me. On Wednesday, January 13 at 10:00 a.m., I’ll be available live through a WebEx virtual meeting. Attendees may submit questions ahead of time to Kyle Ethridge, or you can ask questions live during the meeting. The meeting format will begin with a welcome and update on Metro and D9 issues. I...

The Louisville Metro Council has received twelve applications to fill the vacant District 25 Council seat, though three applicants have already been informed that they do not meet the residency requirement. The deadline for applications has passed with the close of business on Wednesday, January 13th.

Amid optimism and hope brewing from the success of the first week of mass vaccinations at the LouVax site at Broadbent Arena, Mayor Greg Fischer and Louisville’s Chief Health Strategist Dr. Sarah Moyer addressed the recent surge in COVID-19 case counts in the city and why it’s important to continue following safety protocols as the health...