Happy Holidays!
The District 11 Office wishes you and your family a very Happy Holiday Season!
Metro Council Update - December 19 Metro Council Meeting
(Message from Councilman Kramer)
After more than 8 hours of debate and dialogue, the Metro Council (by a vote of 16-8) approved a new version of the Metro Animal Ordinance. I joined 7 Council Republicans in voting against this 13th revision of the ordinance, due to the significant number of legal and enforcement questions that were not answered in committee.
After efforts to send the newest version of this ordinance back to committee failed, I was left with little choice but to vote for almost one hundred needed changes and against a final version that had only been known publically for one hour prior to the start of the Council Meeting.
Due to the complexity of this ordinance, I am still reviewing the passed version to gain a complete picture of its effects. I will focus in the coming weeks on getting a better grasp of this final version and will work to get a summary to everyone following the holidays.
Until then, please know that I will continue to work with members of the Metro Council to work through some of the problems we believe exist in this ordinance. I will also continue to try to put focus on the enforcement of this ordinance.
Councilman Kramer and Councilwoman Call will Host Meeting to Discuss Recent Crime
Councilman Kramer and Councilwoman Ellen Call will host a community meeting to discuss recent criminal activity, specifically in the Highgate Springs and Bon Air neighborhoods. This meeting will be held at St. Michael's Orthodox Church (3707 St. Michael Church Drive) on Monday, January 8 starting at 6 p.m.
New Metro TV Program will focus on "11 Historic Homes In District 11"
Stay tuned for an upcoming Metro TV (Cable Channel 25) program that focuses on “Eleven Historic Homes” in District 11. The program will show footage of some of the most historic homes in the District 11 area and will discuss the history behind the homes. Several of the Hikes and Hunsinger properties are featured in this program. To access the Metro TV programming schedule, you can go to http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroTV/
Hikes Point Business Association Selling Commemorative Pavers at "The Point"
The Hikes Point Business Association is currently selling commemorative pavers as part of their beautification project at "The Point" in Hikes Point. This project will coincide with the new Starbucks Coffee House and four-sided clock being built in Hikes Point. Anyone interested in one of the pavers may call HPBA President Debbie Williams at 458-3001.
28th Annual Donorama Holiday Blood Drive in Louisville Dec. 27-28
Every year, blood donors disappear in the bustle of the holiday season. Many people are so busy with shopping, traveling and festivities that they simply forget about their normal routine of giving blood. Consequently, blood shortages typically follow the holiday season.
But the need for blood never takes a holiday. The American Red Cross estimates about 2.2 million patients in the U.S. will need a blood transfusion this season. The time between Christmas and New Year’s is especially critical for patients in the hospital for the holidays. Go ahead and celebrate the holidays. Just don’t forget to help us re-stock our shelves.
For the 28th consecutive year, the Red Cross will be holding a holiday blood drive and throwing a year-end party to ensure patients receive the blood they need to survive. After you’ve given your holiday gifts, take time to give back a gift that’s priceless—the gift of life.
WHAT: 28th Annual Donorama Holiday Blood Drive
WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 27 & Thursday, Dec. 28 from 12 noon to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Executive West Hotel, 830 Phillips Ln., Louisville
WHY: 1,500 blood donors are needed to supply area hospitals immediately after the holidays
If you attend Donorama, you’ll receive an American Red Cross winter scarf. It’ll keep you warm long after your heartwarming gift of life. Donors will also receive a Holiday Hero lapel pin and enjoy a delicious hot meal, live music, child care and free parking.
If you are at least 17 years old, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and are in good general health, you may be eligible to donate blood. All donors need to present positive identification. For more information, please call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit www.givebloodnow.org.
Re-Gift Trees After the Holidays!
Metro Louisville now offer a program to help residents recycle their “live” Christmas trees after the holidays. The trees will be recycled into nutrient-rich mulch at no cost to residents when Christmas comes to a close.
Any Louisville resident may dispose of their trees at one of the city’s four Tree-Cycling Centers on December 27, 28 and 29, and again on January 2, 3 and 4. All locations listed below are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– Recycling Center – 595 Hubbards Lane
– Recycling Center – 7219 Dixie Highway
– Public Works Yard – 3528 Newburg Road
– Waste Reduction Center – 636 Meriwether Avenue
Tree vendors may recycle their unsold trees on Friday, December 29 at the Hubbards Lane location.
Persons taking trees to the Tree-Cycling sites are encouraged to bring containers and take home the fresh, evergreen mulch for use in the spring. The evergreen mulch performs particularly well for acid-loving plants, such as azaleas and rhododendrons.
The tree recycling program is a Louisville Metro Solid Waste Management initiative. Brightside and Metro Public Works are also partners in the project.
For more information, please contact MetroCall at 311 or 574-5000, or visit LouisvilleKy.gov.
District 11 Neighborhood Leader Roundtable" will be held on January 20
The 2
nd annual “District 11 Neighborhood Leader Roundtable” will be held on
Saturday, January 20 from 9 am to noon at the St. Michael Orthodox Church (3707 St. Michael Church Drive.
) This meeting will allow area leaders to come together to discuss issues and concerns they have in District 11. Guest speakers from Operation Brightside, the Metropolitan Sewer District, and Inspections, Permits, and Licenses will be present. Leaders of any District 11 neighborhood association, homeowner’s association, condo association, or neighborhood group are welcome to attend. Please RSVP to the District 11 office at 574-1111.
"Meet Your Council Representative" Night to be held on February 19
On
Monday, February 19, The Jeffersontown Public Library will host "Meet Your Council Representative" Night. Councilman Kramer and Councilman Stuart Benson (District 20) will be present to address issues and concerns.
Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Concert - January 14
Sunday, January 14 at 3:00 pm
Kentucky Center for the Arts
Whitney Hall
*Complimentary Concert, no tickets necessary
* Concert will feature Laquita Mitchell. Mitchell has recently debuted with the Washington National Opera, New York City Opera and Portland Opera. She will perform familiar spirituals with the Louisville Orchestra.
*Mayor Abramson will present the 2007 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Award to Ben Richmond, President & CEO of the Louisville Urban League.
Upcoming Events
January 8, 2007
Meeting with Councilwoman Ellen Call to discuss recent crimes in the area
6:30 pm
St. Michael Orthodox Church
3707 St. Michael Church Drive
January 20, 2007
District 11 Neighborhood Leader Roundtable
9 am to 12 noon
St. Michael Orthodox Church
3707 St. Michael Church Drive
RSVP at 574-1111
Committee Meetings
Councilman Kramer serves as the Metro Council President and is a non-voting member on all Metro Council Committees. 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, the Kentucky League of Cities Legislative Committee, and the Arena Authority Board.
Please let me know how you feel about these or any other issues. Contact my office at 574-1111 or e-mail me at
kevin.kramer@louisvilleky.gov If you would like to be removed from this communication, e-mail
kevin.kramer@louisvilleky.govwith REMOVE in the subject line.