9th Metro Council District
No. 9 eNews
April 12, 2012
You are receiving this email because you have contacted my office in the past for assistance. If
you would like to be removed from this communication please email Kyle Ethridge with “REMOVE”
in the subject or body. Please feel free to copy any of this information for use at your meetings
or in your newsletters!
9th District Spring Clean-up Event – THIS Saturday
Please join me and my staff on Saturday, April 14th, for the 14th Annual Spring Community
Cleanup and trimming event in the pocket park at the intersection of Brownsboro Road and Story
Avenue by MSD. Plan to meet in the parking lot next to the park at 8:30 a.m. and enjoy coffee
donated by Heine Brothers’ Coffee and breakfast sandwiches donated by McDonald’s in Clifton.
We’ll also pass out FREE t-shirts (first-come, first-serve basis), bags, gloves and tools. The
cleanup will officially begin at 9:00 a.m. We will be cleaning up litter from the Park as well as
trimming bushes and weeding. If you have a chain saw please bring it to the cleanup with you.
For more information please contact my office at 574-1109.
Notice of Planning & Design Public Meetings
Information provided by Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services
444 S. 5th Street – Suite 300, Louisville, KY 40202-4313, (502)574-6230
Case No. 17349
You are invited to attend a review of an Appeal of a Louisville Metro Planning & Design Services
interpretation regarding the establishment of an Amphitheater as a use similar to a Sports Arena.
Date and Time: Monday, April 16, 2012 at 8:30 a.m. until all cases are heard
Place: 514 W Liberty Street
Case Number: 17270
You are invited to attend a review of a proposal for variance to allow a proposed gate and
columns to exceed the maximum height.
Subject Property: 544 DOVER RD 40206-0000;
Case Manager: CHRISTOPHER BROWN
This case will be presented to the BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT.
Date & Time: Monday, April 16, 2012, at 8:30 a.m. until all cases are heard
Place: 514 W. Liberty Street
For detailed case information please visit http://www.louisvilleky.gov/PlanningDesign/. Click on
“Case Information – eCustomer Services” link. Then under the “Planning and Design” tab click on
“By Project No”. Enter the project no and click “search”. If you have any questions please
contact Planning & Design at 574-6230.
Recycle Handheld Electronics with Eco-Cell
The Green Triangle is partnering with Eco-Cell, a local business in the 9th District, to recycle
hand-held electronics to benefit the Green Triangle. For each item donated, materials will be kept
out of the landfill and the Green Triangle will receive funds to make our community more
sustainable. You may drop off electronics for recycling at Eco-Cell, 1726 Mellwood Avenue or Red
Hot Roasters at 1403 Lexington Road. Other drop-off locations in the 9th District will be
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announced. If your business would like to serve as a drop-off location, please email Katie
Holmes. Acceptable items include: cell phones, cell phone accessories, digital cameras, iPods and
MP3 players, hand-held game systems, GPS hand-held units, laptops, e-readers and portable
hard drives. All cords and related items can also be recycled. Learn more
Upcoming Street Closures for THUNDER Over Louisville
The following streets will be closed Friday, April 20 th through Sunday, April 22nd for Thunder Over
Louisville Festivities.
Closed on Friday, April 20th at 9:30 a.m. until Sunday, April 22nd, at 2:00 p.m.
 River Road from Bingham Way to Eighth Street
Closed Saturday, April 21st at 1:30 p.m. until Sunday, April 22nd at 9:00 a.m.
 Bingham Way west from (Joes Crab Shack) Witherspoon Street to River Road
Closed on Friday, April 20th at 1:00 p.m. until Sunday, April 22nd at 9:00 a.m.
 Witherspoon Street from Preston Street to Brook Street
 River Road from Preston Street to Witherspoon Street
Closed Friday, April 20th at 7:30 p.m. until Sunday, April 22nd at 9:00 a.m.
 Ramp from westbound Interstate 64 to Third Street
 Ramp from Second Street to eastbound Interstate 64
Closed on Saturday, April 21st at 9:30 a.m. until Sunday, April 22nd at 1:00 a.m.
(Local traffic and pass traffic will be allowed provided there are no pedestrian safety issues.
Residents and businesses within the closure area will need to contact LMPD for passes)
 River Road from Edith Avenue to Witherspoon Street
 Frankfort Avenue from River Road to Story Ave. (Local & Vehicle Impound Lot Traffic Only)
 Witherspoon Street from Brook Street to Second Street
 Witherspoon Street from Preston Street to River Road
 Washington Street from First Street to Second Street
 Preston Street from Washington Street to Witherspoon Street
 Floyd Street from Washington Street to Witherspoon Street
 Brook Street from Washington Street to Witherspoon Street
 First Street from Washington Street to Witherspoon Street
 Second Street from Main Street to River Road
 Third Street from Main Street to River Road (Access will be allowed to parking garages)
Ramp will be closed on Saturday, April 21st from 6:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
 Ramp from Muhammad Ali Blvd. to Interstate 65 northbound
Interstates will be closed on Saturday, April 21st from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
 Interstate 65 northbound from Interstate 264 (Watterson Expressway) to Interstate 64
 Interstate 65 southbound from Interstate 265 (Indiana) to Interstate 64
 Interstate 64 westbound from Interstate 264 (Watterson Expressway) to 22nd Street
 Interstate 64 eastbound from Interstate 264 (Shawnee Expressway) to Interstate 65
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 Interstate 71 southbound from Interstate 264 (Watterson Expressway) to Interstate 65
Clark Memorial Bridge (Second Street Bridge) if necessary will be used as a contingency
exit/fire lane-The northbound most western lane. This bridge will be closed at the following
dates and times:
 Thursday, April 19th from 9:30 a.m. to Midnight
 All Day Friday, April 20th
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All day Saturday, April 21st
All day Sunday, April 22nd from Midnight to 2:00 p.m.
Emergency Route Only authorized emergency vehicles can use the following route from
6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 21st
 Muhammad Ali Blvd. from Roy Wilkins Blvd. to Clay Street (East & West if necessary,
notify radio)
 Second Street from Main Street to Jacob Street
 Northbound Second Street traffic will be diverted at Breckenridge Street
THUNDER Over Louisville No Parking Areas
No Parking from 9:00 a.m. on Friday, April 20th and all day Saturday, April 21st on the
following streets.
 Bingham Way from River Road to Witherspoon Street
 Witherspoon Street from Bingham Way to Preston Street
 River Road from Preston Street to Witherspoon Street
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will be No Parking all day Saturday, April 21 st on the following streets.
Main Street from Clay Street to 22nd Street
Mellwood Avenue from Spring Street to Zorn Avenue
Market Street from Baxter Avenue to Tenth Street
Johnson Street from Market Street to Story Avenue
Liberty Street Baxter Avenue to Roy Wilkins Blvd.
Baxter Avenue from Main Street to Broadway
Chestnut Street from First Street to Roy Wilkins Blvd.
Jacob Street from Second Street to First Street
Preston Street from Witherspoon Street to Jacob Street
Oak Street from Floyd Street to Eighth Street (south side only)
Kentucky Street from Sixth Street to Fourth Street
Washington Street from Second Street to Preston Street
Witherspoon Street from Second Street to Bingham Way
Witherspoon Street from Preston Street to River Road
River Road from Witherspoon Street to Blankenbaker Lane
First Street from Witherspoon Street to Cardinal Blvd
Second Street Main Street to College Street
Third Street from River Road to Eastern Parkway
Fourth Street from Broadway to Winkler Avenue
Fifth Street from Main Street to Broadway
Armory Place from Liberty Street to Muhammad Ali Blvd.
Sixth Street River Road to Hill Street
Seventh Street from Washington Street to Liberty Street
Eighth Street from Washington Street to Broadway
Ninth Street from Main Street to Market Street
Roy Wilkins Blvd. from Market Street to Myrtle Street
Seventh Street from Myrtle Street to Algonquin Parkway
15th Street from Main Street to Portland Avenue
22nd Street from Bank Street to Northwestern Parkway
Portland Avenue from 15th to 22nd Street (north side only)
Lexington Road from Baxter Avenue to Payne Street
Broadway from Barret Avenue to 12th Street
Floyd Street from Witherspoon Street to Muhammad Ali Blvd.
Muhammad Ali Blvd. from Clay Street to Roy Wilkins Blvd.
Brook Street from Witherspoon Street to Muhammad Ali Blvd.
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Jackson Street from Main Street to Market Street
Jefferson Street from Preston Street to Roy Wilkins Blvd
Adams Street from Witherspoon Street to Story Avenue
Spring Street from Story Avenue to Lexington Avenue.
Frankfort Avenue from River Road to Story Avenue (Tow lot and local traffic only)
Baxter Avenue from Broadway to Highland Avenue (west side only)
Bardstown Road from Broadway to Taylorsville Road (west side only)
League of Women Voters Volunteer Day
Please join me and other volunteers on Saturday, April 21st from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the
League of Women Voters building, located at 115 S Ewing Avenue. We’ll be working on a number
of projects including: insulating windows, installing shelves, caulking, painting, cleaning,
organizing, trimming and much more! Join us during the Mayor’s Week of Service and “Give a
Day” to this great organization.
LMPD’s 5th Division Newsletter Updates
Tornado Safety Tips
22 tornados have been reported in the Kentuckiana area so far this year. The yearly average is
7. Please read LMPD’s tornado safety tips for you and your family.
 Prepare for tornadoes by gathering emergency supplies such as food, water, medications,
batteries and flashlights.
 When a tornado approaches, anyone in its path should take shelter indoors – preferably in
a basement or an interior first-flood room or hallway.
 Avoid windows and seek additional protection by getting underneath large, solid pieces of
furniture.
 Avoid automobiles and mobile homes, which provide almost no protection from tornadoes.
 Those caught outside should lie flat in a depression or on other low ground and wait for
the storm to pass.
Teenage suspects steal SUV
On March 14th, A Police pursuit of a stolen vehicle led officers to a busy part of St. Matthews. The
pursuit began around 12:30pm near Lexington Road and Cannons Lane and ended along
Shelbyville Road near Mall St. Matthews. Two vehicles were hit during the pursuit by the fleeing
vehicle. 5th Division Officers immediately apprehended one subject while another suspect fled the
scene on foot. The second suspect was captured a short time later. The two teenage suspects had
stolen the SUV they were in from a family member.
Officer Grignon Remembered
Seven years ago, LMPD Officer Peter Grignon was shot and killed while investigating an incident in
which a car was seen driving through a homeowner's yard. Officer Grignon responded to the
scene at approximately 0630 hours. After a short search, he located the suspected vehicle
burning nearby. Moments later, he was confronted by two subjects and shot twice in the head
and neck. One of the suspects then committed suicide. The second suspect was taken into
custody. He was transported to University Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds about two
hours later. Peter lost his life serving this community. His platoon recently honored his memory
by placing a wreath at his grave site located in Cave Hill Cemetery.
Growing Cacti and Succulents Event
Whitehall House and Gardens, located at 3110 Lexington Road, and Yew Dell Gardens will host a
slide presentation on “Growing Cacti and Succulents” on Friday April 20th at 7:00 pm. Admission
is $10 at the door. No advance tickets sales. The speaker will be Mr. Panayoti Kelaidis, director of
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the Cacti and Succulent collections at the Denver Botanical Garden. He is considered to be the top
expert in the United States on the subject of growing Cacti and Succulents and has written over
100 magazines articles on the subject and has appeared many times on Home and Garden
magazine. For further information, please contact Mary Anne Thornton at 387 3479.
Louisville Megabus
Megabus, a city-to-city express bus company that offers fares as low as $1, us reinstating service
to and from Louisville after withdrawing from the market in 2007. Effective March 14, the
company will begin daily service between Louisville and Chicago, Indianapolis and Nashville.
Megabus amenities include free Wi-Fi and at-seat plug-ins for passengers. The company serves
more than 70 cities from six hubs in the United States and Canada. For more information visit
https://us.megabus.com.
Ninth District Events!
Below are some Ninth District calendar events! To view a full listing of events please visit the
Ninth District Blog at http://district9news.wordpress.com/.
If you would like to submit events to be considered for the blog calendar please email Kyle
Ethridge or call 574-1109.
Thursday, April 12: Crescent Hill Library presents drop-in craft day from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00
p.m. at Crescent Hill Library. Stop by the library to make a personalized craft, including a door
hanger for your room. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Thursday, April 12: The Clifton Center's Executive Director, John Harris and his wife Natalie,
Executive Director of the Coalition for the Homeless, have recently returned from a trip to Cuba
and will share their experiences with guests at "The Clifton Fifty" at 6:00 p.m. at the Clifton
Center, located at 2117 Payne Street. The evening will begin at 5:00 p.m. with appetizers and a
cash bar, followed by a 50-minute conversation. The event is free with a $5 suggested donation.
For more information call 896-8480.
Thursday, April 12: Crescent Hill Library presents discovering eReaders and eBooks at 7:00
p.m. at Crescent Hill Library. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Friday, April 13: Lions Club presents a chili and hot dog supper from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the
Kentucky School for the Blind. Tickets are $5 each for all you can eat. For tickets call Lorie
Jacobs at 648-8539. Help raise money for Camp Crescendo, which hosts various outings for
children who are visually impaired, blind, deaf, hearing impaired, emotionally distressed or are
living in the shadow or HIV/AIDS.
Saturday, April 14: 9th District Spring Cleanup from 8:30 am - Noon at the
Butchertown/MSD Park at Brownsboro/Story Avenue. Join us to clean up and beautify this park!
We will be picking up litter, trimming, weeding, etc. If you have a chain saw please bring it with
you to the cleanup. For more information and to volunteer please contact my office at 574-1109.
Saturday, April 14: St. Matthews Area Ministries host a shredding event from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
at 201 Biltmore Road at Beechwood Baptist Church, Brunswick side entrance. A+ Shredding will
shred for this event. Bring a BAG OF FOOD or CASH DONATION - minimum $20, to help support
St. MAM. Questions please contact 893-0205 or email danglane@stmam.com. StMAM Shred
Event Flyer
Saturday, April 14: Crescent Hill Library presents adult book discussion at 10:30 a.m. at
Crescent Hill Library. This event is FREE and open to the public.
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Saturday, April 14: Preservation Louisville's Hands on History workshop series. Workshop is
held from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Registration fees are $20 for members and $30 for non-members.
The April session will focus on greening the historic house. For more information or to register to
call 540-5146 or email director@preservationlouisville.org.
Saturday, April 14: Kentucky Homefront at the Clifton Center, located at 2117 Payne Street.
On the 1st broadcast, they will feature Louisville piano maestro Steve Crews followed by local jazz
great Harry Pickens. On the 2nd broadcast hour, listen to jazz to the blues with Mama Kitty
Southwood. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the
door or $10 for porch pals. For more information please go to www.kentuckyhomefront.org.
Sunday, April 15 - Sunday, April 22: Mayor's "Give A Day" Week of Service. Anyone wanting
to get involved should go to the website: www.mygiveaday.com, There individuals or groups can
volunteer for a growing list of projects and needs submitted by local non-profit agencies,
churches and other groups. Organizations needing volunteer help can also use the website to
register their projects. “Whether you give an hour or a day, donate a canned good, give blood,
volunteer at a local non-profit agency or simply do a good deed for a neighbor, you can make a
difference and help set a record for caring,” Fischer said.
Wednesday, April 18: United Crescent Hill Ministries (UCHM) presents motivational speaker Bob
Mueller at the Lunch and Learn event at Noon at 150 S State Street. The hour-long program is
FREE and open to everyone. Seniors 60 and older can come and enjoy lunch beginning at 11:00
a.m., but reservations for lunch are required. To make a reservation for lunch please call 8930346.
9th District LINKS
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www.district9news.wordpress.com
http://www.louisvilleky.gov/MetroCouncil/Members/09/
www.mygreentriangle.com/
www.facebook.com/MyGreenTriangle
9th Office Staff
Tina Ward-Pugh, 9th District Councilwoman
601 W Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 502.574.1109
Fax: 502.574.7844
tina.ward-pugh@louisvilleky.gov
Kyle Ethridge, Legislative Assistant
Phone: 502.574.3908
Fax: 502.574.7844
kyle.ethridge@louisvilleky.gov
Katie Holmes, Special Projects Coordinator
Phone: 502.574-1109
katie.holmes@louisvilleky.gov
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