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November 20, 2009
Councilman Kramer Holds Fall Town Hall Meeting
Councilman Kramer hosted a town hall meeting on November 10 at Canaan Christian Church. Approximately 60 residents attended the meeting. Key issues discussed included:
District 11 Issues
- Buechel Park Improvements (new basketball and tennis courts)
- Six Mile-Breckenridge Lane Train Tressel project
- Hunsinger Lane/Hikes Point improvements (future streetscape plans)
- Requests for improvements in Klondike Park
- Crime update in the district, reports of several recent burglaries in the Hikes Point area
- Speeding concerns
- Update on new Frisch's restaurant coming to Hikes Point
- Update on new Goodwill building/development at Taylorsville Road and McMahan Blvd.
Metro Council Issues
- Report on the new Louisville Metro Anonymous Tipline
- Report on www.louisvillecheckbook.com
- Update on current ethics reform in Metro Government
- Update on Ohio River Bridges project
We thank representatives from the 6th Division of the Louisville Metro Police Department, Buechel Fire Protection District, McMahan Fire Protection District, LG&E, MSD, the Louisville Water Company, Community Action Partnership, Department of Neighborhoods, and Codes and Regulations Department for their assistance in responding to concerns.
For a copy of the notes from this meeting, please contact the District 11 office. Special thanks to Pastor Malone, Relia Bailey, Robert Holmes III, and Canaan Christian Church for hosting the meeting.
Volunteers Help Keep District 11 Clean
On November 7, several District 11 groups participated in Operation Brightside's Community Cleanup. Groups from the Four Seasons, Mid Lane Park, and Breckenridge Estates neighborhoods along with cleanup teams from Christ Lutheran Church and Myers Middle School spent several hours picking up trash in the district. We appreciate everyone's dedication and hard work in helping to keep District 11 clean!
Shirley Hill Honored for Years of Service
On November 17, Councilman Kramer and Councilman Robin Engel (District 22) honored outgoing Buechel Terrace President Shirley Hill.
Ms. Hill is retiring as president and has served Buechel Terrace for the past 12 years. Ms. Hill has been a tremendous leader in the area and has also served on the District 11 Neighborhood Development Fund Advisory board. She was recognized in 2006 as one of Louisville Metro's "Good Neighbors". We thank Ms. Hill for all of her contributions to the community!
Louisville Metro To Host Additional H1N1 Clinics on November 21 and November 24
The Louisville Metro Department of Health and Wellness will hold two additional clinics to immunize those at high-risk from H1N1 flu. The clinics will be held:
- Saturday, November 21 at the Urban Government Center (enter through the South entrance), 810 Barrett Avenue from 10 am to 3 pm (as long as vaccine supply lasts)
- Tuesday, November 24 at the Mount Zion Baptist Church, 1501 S. 34th Street from 3 pm to 7 pm (as long as vaccine supply lasts).
The department has 3,000 vaccine doses available for this clinic - about 1,500 nasal mist doses and 1,500 injections.
Due to the nationwide limited vaccine, these clinics are for these high-risk groups only:
- pregnant women
- people who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age
- people between the ages of 6 months and 24 years old
- people 25 years through 64 years of age with chronic health disorders or comprimised immune systems
- healthcare workers
- emergency first responders
People with questions about clinics or the H1N1 vaccine may phone the Louisville H1N1 Flu Hotline at 568-H1N1 (4161). The line is answered weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Councilman Kramer Joins Other Local Officials to Build Playground at National League of Cities Conference
On November 13, Councilman Kramer joined other elected officials to build a new playground in San Antonio, Texas. The project was completed in just one day with the help of one hundred and fifty volunteers. Kramer is on the National League of Cities Information, Technology, and Communications Steering Committee and was in San Antonio for the NLC's Congress of Cities & Exposition meetings.
The playground was built through the KaBOOM! organization. KaBOOM! is a national non-profit organization that envisions a great place to play within walking distance of every child in America. Since 1995, the organization has constructed 1,700 new playgrounds across North America.
Councilman Kramer had discussions with KaBOOM! officials about bringing a future project to Louisville.
Light Up Louisville Returns on Friday, November 27
Light Up Louisville returns for the the 29th year on Friday, November 27. The schedule of events includes a new 5K run/walk, food and craft booths, Santa's workshop of free children's activities, the Winter Wonderland Holiday Parade, and the Spirit of Jefferson "Light Up Louisville" cruise. The full schedule of events can be found by accessing the following link: Light Up Louisville
Canaan Community Development Corporation to Host "500 Strong!" Event on December 17
Canaan Community Development Corporation invites the community to attend its "500 Strong!" event on December 17 at 6:30 at Canaan Christian Church, 2840 Hikes Lane. The event will promote the Sons of Issachar Academy, a program that supports at-risk youth in our community through academic enrichment programs. The program is currently seeking 500 supporters to make a signficant impact on the program. For more information on this event, contact Robert Holmes III at 776-6369.
Louisville Metro Community Action Partnership (CAP) Heater Assistance Program Begins
The Louisville Metro Community Action Partnership (CAP) has begun the Heater Assistance Program and the program will run through March 31, 2010. This program offers space heaters on loan to individuals and families when their main heating source is in need of repair or replacement. Households that meet income eligibility guidelines can visit one of the following locations to apply for this program:
CAP Central District - 810 Barret Avenue, 574-1157
CAP East District - 4810 Exeter Avenue, 574-1270
CAP South District - 7219 Dixie Highway, 574-1272
Community Action Partnership Assistance
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Please contact the Louisville Metro Community Action Partnership if you are work-ready or currently employed and need assistance to overcome barriers (i.e., childcare or transportation) to help you achieve your educational and employment goals. CAP also offers short term training programs (i.e. CNA, EMT, CDL) and scholarship opportunities for those enrolled in school.
Jefferson County residents with a social security card who are income eligible may qualify for these resources. Please contact Erin Waddell for more information at 574-5106.
Leaf Drop-Off Information
Leaf drop-off is available to Louisville Metro residents. Citizens can deliver bagged leaves to the drop-off site, but leaves must be removed from garbage bags and bags must be disposed of at the site. No brush or tree trimmings will be accepted nor will leaves from commercial operators.
Drop-off location: Iroquois Park, 5216 New Cut Road
Directions: Enter at the New Cut Road/Southern Parkway entrance, follow Rundill Road and turn left onto Upphill Road. Go up the hill to the old tennis courts.
Program Dates: November 2 - November 28
Times: Monday-Saturday 8:00 am-4:30 pm (Closed Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, and Sundays)
For more information, call 574-5810
Winter Parks Guides Available
The District 11 Office has a supply of Winter Metro Parks guides available. If you would like one mailed to you, please call us at 574-1111
Charitable Solicitations Calendar for November and December
The District 11 Office often receives calls about groups soliciting at intersections in our area. The Metro Council has enacted an ordinance that requires groups to register with the Department of Inspections, Permits, and Licenses. Groups must also adhere to safety provisions (wearing safety vests, using cones, refraining from solicting during rain, etc.) We will be periodically listing a calendar of groups who are registered with IPL. A full listing for the year can be found on the IPL webpage here: IPL Solicitations, you'll need to click on "Charitable Street Solicitations Calendar". The following is a listing for November:
November 20: New Life Church of Louisville: Breckenridge Lane & Taylorsville Road
November 27: Kosair Shrine Temple: Breckenridge Lane & Taylorsville Road; Furman Blvd. & Taylorsville Road
November 28: Kosair Shrine Temple: Breckenridge Lane & Taylorsville Road; Furman Blvd. & Taylorsville Road
December 4: New Life Church of Louisville: Breckenridge Lane & Taylorsville Road
December 5: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society:
Breckenridge Lane & Taylorsville Road
December 18: The Lord's Kitchen: Breckenridge Lane & Taylorsville Road
December 24: New Life Church of Louisville: Breckenridge Lane & Taylorsville Road
Get Your District 11 News Here!
Get timely updates on District 11 happenings at www.connect2kramer.com
Upcoming Events
The Hikes Point Area Business Association meets the first Tuesday of every month. For more information, go to: http://www.hikespointaba.com/ or call President Talbott Allen at 593-7476
The Buechel Area Business Association meets the second Wednesday of every month. For more information, e-mail info@buechelbusiness.org
The Green Meadows Neighborhood Association meets the second Tuesday of every month, 7pm at Watson memorial church on 7217 Nachand Lane.
The Fern Creek Community Association & Chamber of Commerce monthly membership luncheon meets the first Tuesday of each month. Registration begins at 11:30 AM with lunch at 12:00 noon. For more information call Jean Henle at 239-7550. You can register and pay for the membership luncheons or join the FCCACC on-line at www.ferncreek.org
December 1 @7:30 am
Hikes Point Area Business Association
Annual Christmas Breakfast
Oxmoor Country Club
December 5, 4:30 pm
Light Up Hikes Point
McMahan Plaza
December 7, 6-8:30 pm
Free Web site Training for Non-Profits
Louisville Free Public Library
Contact MetroCall at 311 or 574-5000
The Foster Care and Adoption program for the Cabinet and Health and Family Services will be hosting informational meetings in west Louisville and Downtown Louisville each month. Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6-8 pm at 1st Neighborhood Place on the side of the Thomas Jefferson Middle School located at 1503 Rangeland Road, 40219. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 6-8 pm at the L&N Building located at 908 W. Broadway, 40203. For more information, please contact Megan Matthews Cook, 595-5437, ext. 5562
Committee Meetings
Councilman Kramer is a member of the Budget Committee, Oversight and Rules Committee, Contracts and Appointments Committee, and Committee on Committees. In addition, Kramer serves as the Chairman for the Metro Council Minority Caucus. Committees meet the first and third weeks of the month and are broadcast live on Metro TV (cable channel 25.) Councilman Kramer is also the Chair of the National League of Cities Information, Technology, and Communications Steering Committee and is a member of the Kentucky League of Cities Legislative Committee.
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