St. Michael the Archangel Orthodox Church Breaks ground on Senior Apartment Project
On February 9, officials gathered at St. Michael Orthodox Church to break ground on a project that will provide apartment housing for area senior citizens. The project culminates a three-year process for St. Michael, funding through the Federal Government and Louisville Metro will assist in this development.
Representatives attending included Councilman Kramer, Former United States Congresswoman Anne Northup, and Wally Deener, representing the Office of the Mayor.
Congratulations to Father Alexander Atty and to the entire St. Michael community for their hard work in bringing this project to fruition.
Relia Bailey Named Outstanding Leader in District 11
Relia Bailey, Executive Director of the Canaan Community Development Corporation, will be honored as an outstanding leader in Metro Louisville. Ms. Bailey will be honored at a ceremony on Thursday, February 28 at 12 noon at City Hall (this will be televised on Cable Channel 25)
Ms. Bailey has been instrumental in leading numerous community service programs at Canaan including: free income tax assistance, financial literacy, career and education programs, computer literacy skills, and many others. Ms. Bailey has assisted the District 11 in many capacities, most recently helping us address issues and concerns in the Mid Dale Lane - Klondike Lane corridor.
We congratulate Ms. Bailey on this honor and thank her for her service!
District 11 Recognizes Bill Ridge
On February 19, the District 11 office recognized Louisville firefighter Bill Ridge. Mr. Ridge is retiring from the Louisville Fire Department after 32 years of service. We wish Mr. Ridge well in his retirement and thank him for all of his service to our community.
Sign Up to Receive Area Crime Reports
In response to recent criminal activity in the area, the District 11 office will send out periodic crime reports from the 5th and 6th Divisions of the Louisville Metro Police Department. If you would like to receive these via email, please call the office at 574-1111 or email us at graham.honaker@louisvilleky.gov
Please call the Louisville Metro Police Department at 574-2111 to report any suspicious/criminal activity that you witness. You may also call the anonymous tip line at 574-LMPD. You can monitor crime in and around your neighborhood by using the MetroWatch computer program found at this link: MetroWatch
Councilman Kramer to Help Lead National Information, Technology and Communications Group as Vice Chair
Councilman Kramer has been appointed Vice Chair of the Information, Technology and Communications steering committee of the National League of Cities (NLC) for 2008.
Councilmember Kramer’s appointment was announced recently by NLC President Cynthia McCollum, councilmember, Madison, Ala. The committee is one of NLC’s seven standing committees that develop policy positions and advocate on behalf of NLC on national issues involving municipal governments.
Each NLC policy and advocacy committee has a membership of approximately 150 officials from cities and towns throughout the nation. Policies adopted by the policy and steering committees are brought before the entire NLC membership at the annual business meeting, held each year during the NLC Congress of Cities conference. Once approved by the League’s membership, the NLC National Municipal Policy serves as the basis for the League’s advocacy on behalf of all local governments.
“We applaud the considerable contributions that our mayors, councilmembers/commission members make in their local communities. Certainly many of them work outside of their jobs at city hall. When city officials step up to serve on steering committees representing Kentucky on a national scale, we are proud of their commitment,” said Sylvia L. Lovely, executive director/CEO of the Kentucky League of Cities.
The National League of Cities is the nation’s oldest and largest organization devoted to strengthening and promoting cities as centers of opportunity, leadership and governance. NLC is a resource and advocate for 19,000 U.S. cities, towns and villages, which collectively serve 218 million people
Graduate Greater Louisville: New Education Initiative Encourages People To Finish College
The campaign, “Graduate Greater Louisville,” will attempt to reach the 177,000 people in the 13-county Louisville Metropolitan Area who have some college but never earned their degree.
Graduate Greater Louisville is a joint partnership between Greater Louisville Inc, the metro chamber of commerce; Kentuckiana Works, the local workforce development agency; the Mayor’s Office and 23 colleges and universities on both sides of the Ohio River.
A series of workshops will allow people to apply for federal financial aid while at the same time getting free help with their tax returns (see dates and times below). Graduate Greater Louisville also has a website, www.graduategreaterlouisville.com, and a toll-free number that people can call to re-enroll and find financial aid — 1-877-GO-4-GRAD.
In addition, the Kentuckiana College Access Center, an agency of Kentuckiana Works, has a one-stop center for people interested in returning to school. The center is located at 200 W. Broadway, seventh floor. The access center is staffing the 1-877-GO-4-GRAD number.
The Sons of Issachar Afterschool Academy to Host “Fathers, It’s Time to Heal” on February 22
The Sons of Issachar Afterschool Academy will host its first annual fundraiser on Friday, February 22, at 6 pm at Louisville Slugger Field. The gathering in support of fathers and children will call on 1,000 people from all across Louisville to stand in support of the importance of Fatherhood and mentoring.
A panel of guest presenters in Louisville will call for expanding afterschool opportunities like Sons of Issachar so that every young male who needs a mentor has access to one, and discuss the harm that results from fathers and men not fulfilling their role as mentors.
WHAT: Sons of Issachar Afterschool Academy “Fathers, It’s Time to Heal” Celebration & Fundraiser
WHEN: 6 pm, February 22, 2008
WHERE: Louisville Slugger Field Hall of Fame 401 East Main Street 40202
WHO: The community at-large, local business leaders, parents and supporters of Sons of Issachar
The Sons of Issachar Afterschool Academy is an academic centered program that targets males 8-14 years of age, who are considered at-risk for: low academic achievement, poor school attendance, high drop-out rate, exposure and involvement in substance abuse and gangs.
For more information on this program, contact Robert Holmes with the Canaan Community Development Corporation at 776-6369
Diabetes Classes, Support Group Offered by Public Health & Wellness
Individuals interested in learning about and managing diabetes are invited to attend a series of four free classes being offered by the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health & Wellness. Classes begin Thursday, March 6 at the Central Government Center, 7201 Outer Loop.
Classes are free and attendance at the entire series of four classes is encouraged. All classes begin at 1:00 p.m. and end at 3:30 p.m. Phone 574-6663 for reservations or for more information. Class size is limited so please call to make a reservation. The class schedule is as follows:
Class 1: Overview of Diabetes March 6
Types of Diabetes
High and Low Blood Sugar
Sick Days
Class 2: Diet and Exercise March 13
Class 3: Diabetes Pills, Insulin March 20
Preventing Complications (Part 1)
Class 4: Preventing Complications (Part 2) March 27
Foot and Skin Care
Glucose Monitoring and Standards of Care
The Department of Public Health and Wellness also has a free support group for people with diabetes and their families or caretakers. The group meets the 2nd Thursday of each month from 9:30 – 11:00 AM at the Park DuValle Community Health Center at 3015 Wilson Avenue. March’s topic will be “Shake down on sodium.” Phone 574-6663 for more information.
NatureScape Grants Available
Brightside strives to find ways for all Louisville residents to become engaged in keeping our community clean, green and beautiful. 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.
NatureScape Grant Applications are now available at www.brightsideinc.org. Submission deadline is April 2, 2008.
Tips: Brightside is particularly interested in landscape projects that green-up our community. This might include planting trees in your neighborhood or creating a welcoming landscape for your subdivision entrance. NatureScape grants can also be used to fund cleanup projects for your area. Click here for additional details.
Brightside Community Wide Cleanup is March 29
As part of the ongoing community-wide anti-litter initiative we are asking you to give Louisville an assist! Join us for Brightside’s next Community-Wide Cleanup (CWC) on Saturday, March 29. Take an active role in keeping our hometown clean. Register online or download a CWC form, visit our calendar of events www.brightsideinc.org or call MetroCall 311 or 574.5000.
This spring cleanup is held in conjunction with the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Cleanup Week March 23-29. Students in K-12 are asked to participate in the 2008 art contest; we want to focus on waste reduction–cutting down on the amount of trash that goes in the garbage and on to the landfill. Visit www.waste.ky.gov for details.
Organize your group to participate and help keep our hometown clean. Brightside will supply free bags, gloves and t-shirts for volunteers.
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Upcoming Events
February 23
Join us for the Crystal Heart Gala Presented by University of Louisville
February 23, 2008
Marriott Louisville Downtown
280 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
6:00pm - Midnight Formal Attire
The Crystal Heart Gala, presented by the University of Louisville, celebrates its 16th year in 2008. The gala benefits the American Heart Association, which fights heart disease and stroke by funding advocacy, public and professional education, and research—including more than $2.8 million in active awards at U of L. While the purpose is serious, the event is upbeat and enjoyable. The dinner is fine, the dancing is lively, and the silent and live auctions are exciting, with valuable—and, often, invaluable—items up for bid.
For more information and to preview auction packages, visit www.louisvilleheartgala.com or call 502-371-6012.
March 4
Hikes Point Area Business Association
March 4 Lunch Meeting 11:30 Mayor Abramson to speak at Belmont Village 4600 Bowling Blvd.
March 8
SAVE THE DATE
The American Heart Association’s 5th Annual Cardiovascular and Stroke Symposium
March 6, 2008 9:30am – 4:30pm
The Brown Hotel
335 West Broadway
Louisville, KY 40202
Registration Fees:
$30 Physicians
$20 Undergrad Students
For more information please call the American Heart Association at 502-371-6024. Online registration information will be available soon.
March 13
The Chamber Jeffersontown Business Expo
Thursday, March 13 2008
12 noon - 6:00 pm
For information on reserving a booth, please call 267-2070
March 20
Four Seasons Neighborhood Association Meeting
Meeting will be held at Hunsinger Lane Baptist Church, 3400 Summerfield Drive @ 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. We would like you to come and meet FSNA's new Chair Person, Laura Smith, the other officers and the At Large persons for your area. It’s going to be a great year for FSNA!
Committee Meetings
Councilman Kramer is a member of the Budget Committee, Accountability/Audit Committee, Appropriations 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 a member of the National League of Cities Information, Technology, and Communications Steering Committee and the Kentucky League of Cities Legislative Committee.
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