Metro Animal Services’ staff veterinarian and veterinary technician will administer rabies vaccines at discounted prices and issue on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The rabies and licensing packages will cost $17 for owners of altered pets and $43 for residents with unaltered pets. Proof of spay/neuter must be provided for owners to receive a discount on their licenses. Newly licensed intact animals must apply for an Intact Animal Permit for $50. For more information call 574-SPOT (7768).

"MeetYour Metro Council Representative" Night to be held on February 19

  

Strong neighborhoods are an important aspect of a thriving community. The Department of Neighborhoods is offering workshops meant to focus on the inner workings of your association and strengthen your homeowners association.

February 20 Transitioning Associations from Developers to Homeowners
6 - 8:30 p.m. Metro United Way, 334 W. Broadway

Reviews how homeowner boards are elected, what information homeowners should obtain from developers and basic organizational tips for setting up new associations. Additional discussions will address situational problems, such as communication breakdowns and a developer’s failure to complete projects. (Co-sponsored by Metro United Way’s Vital Neighborhoods Team)

February 27 Building the Organization 6 - 8:30 p.m. 100th Division, 3600 Century Division Way (Cannons Ln. north of Dutchmans Ln.)

Discusses promoting resident involvement and support of the association, recruiting board members, building the organization through community activities, creating websites and newsletters, and how to deal with association/resident conflict.

March 6 Understanding, Enforcing and Amending Your Deed of Restrictions
6 - 8:30 p.m. Metro United Way, 334 W. Broadway

Discusses basic provisions common in deeds of restrictions, process of collecting mandatory dues, descriptions of common methods of enforcement, such as letters, liens and court actions, and when and how to amend the deed of restrictions. (Co-sponsored by Metro United Way’s Vital Neighborhoods Team)

March 13 Financial Obligations and Good Management
6 - 8:30 p.m. 100th Division, 3600 Century Division Way (Cannons Ln. north of Dutchmans Ln.)

Discusses keeping good financial records, reporting financial status to the membership, as well as tax obligations, budgeting, and checks and balances to prevent financial misconduct.

Registration / Networking / Light dinner

$5 per session

R.S.V.P. - MetroCall at 311 or 574-5000.

Space is limited for each session – First come, first, served

Buechel Rotary Club Seeking New Members

For more information, please contact Rose Rodgers at 491-3119.

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Youth Opportunity Showcase Planned for Saturday, February 17



Saturday, February 17
9 am - 2 pm
Muhammad Ali Center
144 Sixth Street (between Main and River Road)

Louisville teens are invited to apply for summer jobs and find out about opportunities for job training, community service, education, and recreation.

Representatives from Metro Parks, Library Services, Public Health, the Community Action Partnership, TARC, Office of Youth Development, and the Belle of Louisville will be present. Kentucky Kingdom, Centerplate Catering, Yum! Brands, UPS, and Papa John's will be on hand as well.

Attendees should dress for an interview and bring their ID. For more information, contact KentucianaWorks at 574-2500.

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NatureScape Grants Available



Brightside strives to find ways for all Louisville residents to become engaged in keeping our community clean and green - that is why we are so excited to present to you our newest program. NatureScape Grants are designed to help neighborhood groups and other non-profits keep the public spaces of the community looking its best by connecting your group with the needed resources to create the beautification project of your choosing. Application available at www.brightsideinc.org through March 7, 2007.