Jefferson County public meetings in 2022

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on 11 items, including variances, conditional use permits, and one appeal. Decisions will be made on requests for additions, parking, and various uses such as a transitional treatment center, a freestanding emergency room, and a hospital. The meeting is in-person with virtual options.

• Variance for Zoom Group at 4545 Taylorsville Road for addition and parking encroachments
• Modified Conditional Use Permit for St. Vincent de Paul residential treatment center at 431 E. St. Catherine Street
• Conditional Use Permit for Baptist Health freestanding ER at 7702 Bardstown Road
• Conditional Use Permit for outdoor alcohol sales at Senora Arepa Restaurant, 117 St. Matthews Avenue
• Appeal of denied retail license for smoking store at 3333 Bardstown Road

The Board approved a Conditional Use Permit for Norton Hospital at 2820 W Broadway, along with a variance and three waivers, all by a 4-0 vote. It also approved several other permits, including a modified CUP for St. Vincent de Paul to increase beds from 30 to 50, a CUP for Baptist Health's freestanding ER, and a CUP for a private non-profit club. One variance request for 2200 Glenview Ave was denied (3-1).

• Approved Norton Hospital CUP with conditions (4-0)
• Approved variance for building setback at 2820 W Broadway (4-0)
• Approved three waivers for Norton Hospital (4-0)
• Approved Category 3 Development Plan for Norton Hospital (4-0)
• Approved two variances for Zoom Group at 4545 Taylorsville Rd (4-0)
• Denied variance for 2200 Glenview Ave (3-1)
• Approved modified CUP for St. Vincent de Paul to increase beds to 50 (4-0)
• Approved CUP for Baptist Health freestanding ER at 7702 Bardstown Rd (4-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board is meeting to consider eight animal appeal cases at various addresses, along with routine items like approving minutes and old/new business. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Animal appeal at 6500 Oak Village Drive
• Animal appeal at 7906 Judge Blvd
• Animal appeal at 4108 Morgan Jaymes Drive
• Animal appeal at 6794 Britany Oak Drive
• Animal appeal at 2111 Arnold Palmer Blvd

Metro Council Regular

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including an amended rental housing registration ordinance, the establishment of the Greater Louisville Lodging Management District, and a request for an audit of LMPD's records retention compliance. The agenda also includes approvals of neighborhood development fund appropriations, county budgets, and various board appointments.

• O-182-22: Amends rental housing registration code, assigning enforcement duties to the Director of Codes and Regulations.
• O-324-22: Establishes the Greater Louisville Lodging Management District.
• R-187-22: Requests an audit of LMPD's compliance with records retention requirements.
• O-358-22: Appropriates $10,000 from District 26 NDF to LMPD for holiday speeding and crime prevention.
• R-193-22: Approves $100,000 contract for a LEGO display at the Louisville Zoo.

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission will meet to review a demolition permit request for deed restriction waivers, a parking waiver for a restaurant, a zoning change and development plan, and an alley closure. Two cases on the agenda are scheduled to be continued to future dates.

• Request to waive a two-year deed restriction for demolition permits at 9123 & 9127 Fern Creek Road
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A for Bull Run Townhomes at 1920 & 1922 Herr Lane (continued to January 19, 2023)
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Thieneman E Orell at 11905 Dixie Hwy
• Parking waiver to reduce required parking spaces from 42 to 30 for Senora Arepa Restaurant at 117 St. Matthews Avenue
• Zoning change from R-5 to R-6 with a development plan, variance, and waiver for Fultz Meridian Avenue at 205 & 207 Meridian Avenue

The Planning Commission recommended Metro Council approve a zoning change from R-5 to R-6 for 205 & 207 Meridian Avenue, along with a variance, waiver, and detailed development plan. It also recommended approval of a parking waiver for Senora Arepa Restaurant in St. Matthews. Several other cases were continued to future meetings.

• Recommended R-5 to R-6 zoning change for Fultz Meridian Avenue (7-0)
• Approved variance for 131' setback exceedance at Meridian Avenue (7-0)
• Approved waiver for easement overlap in landscape buffer at Meridian Avenue (7-0)
• Approved Detailed District Development Plan for Fultz Meridian Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended parking waiver reduction from 42 to 30 spaces for Senora Arepa Restaurant (5-1-1)
• Recommended alley closure for Fultz Meridian Avenue to Metro Council (7-0)
• Approved waiver of two-year deed restriction for demolition at 9123 & 9127 Fern Creek Road (7-0)
• Continued Bull Run Townhomes zoning case to January 19, 2023 (7-0)

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee of Louisville Metro Government meets to review eight development cases, including record plat amendments, revised detailed district development plans, and building design waivers. The committee will consider land-use changes, steep-slope disturbances, parking layouts, and design adjustments for projects across Louisville and St. Matthews.

• Record Plat Amendment for Acton - Lewis Minor Plat at 1919 Scenic Lakes Dr
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Locust Creek Apartments at 18501 Shelbyville Road with steep-slope activity
• Building Design Waiver for TK Silver Ice Storage at 1200 Logan Street
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Chick-Fil-A Drive Thru at 962 Breckenridge Lane in St. Matthews
• Waiver to allow front parking for Urban League Apartments at 1521 W Broadway

The Development Review Committee approved a revised detailed district development plan for Locust Creek Apartments, increasing units from 312 to 370, along with two waivers. The committee also approved several other items including a record plat amendment, a Chick-fil-A drive-thru plan, and multiple building design waivers. All votes were unanimous among present members, with one member absent.

• Approved record plat amendment to release conservation easement at 1919 Scenic Lakes Dr. (4-0)
• Approved Locust Creek Apartments revised plan with 370 units and two waivers (4-0)
• Approved building design waiver for TK Silver Ice Storage with mural condition (4-0)
• Approved building design waiver for Klondike Lane Retail (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Chick-fil-A drive-thru plan with binding elements (4-0)
• Approved record plat amendment to create three lots at 4106 Old Heady Road (4-0)
• Approved Taylorsville Road Townhomes revised plan with binding elements (4-0)
• Approved parking waiver for Urban League Apartments with landscaping condition (4-0)

Committee on Committees Regular

The Jefferson County Committee on Committees met to assign legislation to various council committees and review pending resolutions, appointments, and ordinances. Items considered for assignment include American Rescue Plan funding reappropriations, an amendment to eviction court ordinances, board reappointments and new appointments, the 2023 Metro Council meeting schedule, and council office selection procedures.

• O-374-22: Ordinance to address underbudget American Rescue Plan (ARP) projects through reappropriations
• O-373-22: Ordinance amending Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government Code of Ordinances Chapter 151, Eviction Court
• RP051022MH: Amended reappointment of Matthew Harrell to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
• R-176-22: Resolution approving the schedule of regular meetings of the Legislative Council for calendar year 2023
• R-183-22: Resolution amending Louisville Metro Council Policies and Procedures Section 28 regarding member office selection

The Committee on Committees assigned several ordinances and appointments to other committees for review. It recommended two resolutions for approval by voice vote: one setting the 2023 regular meeting schedule and another amending policies on member office selection. The meeting also included discussion about upcoming departures from the Council.

• Assigned O-374-22 (ARP funding) to Budget Committee
• Assigned O-373-22 (Eviction Court) to Community Affairs Committee
• Assigned RP051022MH (Harrell reappointment) to Government Oversight Committee
• Assigned new appointments for Tree Advisory, Workforce Board, Housing Trust Fund, and Juneteenth Commission to Government Oversight Committee
• Recommended R-176-22 (2023 meeting schedule) for approval (voice vote)
• Recommended R-183-22 (office selection policies) for approval (voice vote)

VAPStat Joint Meeting Regular

The Urban Renewal & Community Development Agency of Louisville will hold a special meeting to elect officers and approve minutes from its October 10, 2022 session. No substantive decisions or new proposals are listed on the agenda.

The Urban Renewal and Community Development Agency held a special meeting, elected officers for a one-year term, and approved the October 10, 2022 minutes. Staff presented an annual report on the agency's 16-lot inventory and 2023 goals, but no substantive property transactions or policy decisions were made.

• Elected Michael Hicks as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Dana Spencer as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting to address property maintenance violations. The agenda lists 50 cases, all under the case type PROPERTY MAINTENANCE, with no other business items. The board will likely take action on each case, such as issuing fines or orders to comply.

• 50 property maintenance cases on the agenda
• Cases at 953 SHELBY STREET, 1219 HILL STREET, and 3034 PENWAY AVENUE appear twice each
• Addresses include 668 LOUIS COLEMAN JR DRIVE, 3016 KENTUCKY STREET, 337 GLENDORA AVE, and others
• Meeting at Metro Development Center, 444 S. 5th St., Louisville, KY

Budget Committee Regular

The Budget Committee reviews and votes on annual budgets for Jefferson County Sheriff and Clerk. This meeting includes resolutions to approve their 2023 budgets and an ordinance to reallocate American Rescue Plan Act funds for premium pay.

• Approve Jefferson County Sheriff’s 2023 budget
• Approve Jefferson County Clerk’s 2023 budget
• Amend Ordinance No. 168 to transfer ARP funds from compliance to premium pay

The committee recommended approval for the 2023 budgets of the Jefferson County Sheriff and the Jefferson County Clerk. It also recommended an amended ordinance to reallocate American Rescue Plan funds toward premium pay and crisis mitigation.

• Recommended approval of Jefferson County Sheriff’s 2023 Budget (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Jefferson County Clerk’s 2023 Budget (voice vote)
• Approved amendment by substitution for Ordinance O-365-22 (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of amended Ordinance O-365-22 to reallocate ARP funds (9-0)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Equity and Inclusion Committee is holding a special discussion meeting to receive equity updates from two Louisville Metro offices. The Office of Management and Budget will present an equity update, followed by an update from Resilience and Community Services. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists only of these informational presentations.

• Office of Management and Budget equity update with Angela Dunn, Joel Neaveill, and Catina Rivera
• Resilience and Community Services equity update with Tameka Laird, Juan Moran, Faith Aeilts, and Erin Waddell

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion received two informational equity updates, one from the Office of Management and Budget and one from Resilience & Community Services. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the items were for reference and discussion only.

• Received OMB equity update (reference only)
• Received Resilience & Community Services equity update (reference only)

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is discussing two items: an ordinance to amend Louisville’s camping and sidewalk obstruction rules, and a resolution to adopt the Parks for All Action Plan for equitable park investments. Both items have been repeatedly tabled and untangled in prior meetings.

• Ordinance O-263-22 to amend LMCO sections on camping on Metro property and in parks, plus sidewalk obstruction rules
• Resolution R-189-22 urging implementation of the Parks for All Action Plan for Louisville parks and recreation

The Parks and Sustainability Committee voted 7-0 to recommend approval of an amended ordinance (O-263-22) that updates rules on camping on Metro property and in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks. The committee also recommended approval of a resolution (R-189-22) urging implementation of the Parks for All Action Plan, with an amended exhibit. Both items were sent to Old Business for the full Metro Council meeting on December 15, 2022.

• Untabled O-263-22 (camping and obstruction ordinance) (motion carried)
• Amended O-263-22 by substitution with proposed CABS 111722 (6-1)
• Amended O-263-22 to delete 'occupation or' from camping definition (voice vote)
• Failed to delete Sections 97.072 and 97.999 from O-263-22 (voice vote)
• Failed to amend O-263-22 to replace Section 42.99(c) with $1-$5 fine (no second)
• Amended O-263-22 to add 'or assets' to Section 42.31(D)(2) (voice vote)
• Recommended O-263-22 for approval (7-0)
• Recommended R-189-22 (Parks for All) for approval with amended Exhibit A (voice vote)

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will discuss two items: an ordinance to amend Louisville Metro Code regarding camping on metro property and in parks, and a resolution urging implementation of the Parks for All Action Plan to invest in the public parks system. Both items have been repeatedly tabled and untangled in prior meetings.

• Ordinance O-263-22 to amend LMCO sections on camping and sidewalk obstruction, sponsored by Nicole George, Pat Mulvihill, and David James
• Resolution R-189-22 urging implementation of the Parks for All Action Plan, sponsored by Cindi Fowler, Jecorey Arthur, David James, and Anthony Piagentini

The Parks and Sustainability Committee voted 7-0 to recommend approval of an amended ordinance (O-263-22) that updates rules on camping on Metro property and in parks, including a definition change and a new penalty provision. The committee also recommended approval of a resolution (R-189-22) urging implementation of the Parks for All Action Plan, with an amended exhibit. Both items were sent to the full Metro Council for consideration on December 15, 2022.

• Recommended approval of amended O-263-22 (camping ordinance) (7-0)
• Amended O-263-22 by substitution (6-1)
• Amended O-263-22 to delete 'occupation or' from camping definition (voice vote)
• Failed to delete Sections 97.072 and 97.999 from O-263-22 (voice vote)
• Failed to amend O-263-22 to replace Section 42.99(c) (no second)
• Amended O-263-22 to add 'or assets' to Section 42.31(D)(2) (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of amended R-189-22 (Parks for All resolution) (voice vote)
• Amended R-189-22 by substitution to replace Exhibit A (voice vote)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee met on December 7, 2022, via video teleconference. The committee received a New Directions update from David Snyder and discussed pending resolutions for honorary street dedication and honoring a former governor. The committee is a body of Louisville Metro Government.

• Resolution ID 22-1758: Dedicating the corner of East Witherspoon Street and North Floyd Street as "George E. Fischer Way"
• Resolution R-192-22: Honoring George E. Fischer with an honorary street sign
• Resolution R-194-22: Honoring Governor Paul E. Patton for his contribution to the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage
• New Directions Updates presented by David Snyder

The committee heard a presentation from New Directions Housing Corporation and recommended two resolutions for approval: one to dedicate a street corner as 'George E. Fischer Way' and another honoring Governor Paul E. Patton. Both resolutions were sent to the Consent Calendar for the full Metro Council meeting on December 15, 2022.

• Recommended approval of R-192-22 to dedicate East Witherspoon Street and North Floyd Street corner as 'George E. Fischer Way' (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-194-22 honoring Governor Paul E. Patton for his contribution to the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage (voice vote)

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Appropriations Committee will consider 25 items, mostly ordinances and resolutions appropriating Neighborhood Development Funds (NDF) and Capital Infrastructure Funds (CIF) for specific projects across various districts. These include street lighting, sidewalk repairs, park improvements, and police-related expenses. The committee will also review a budget transfer between funds in District 25.

• $75,570.60 for additional lighting in District 3 with a five-year LG&E contract (O-361-22)
• $82,401 for street lights in District 23 with a five-year LG&E contract (O-354-22)
• $180,000 for Windsor Park playground design and installation (CIF120722MP25)
• $33,458.32 for seven police radios for Audubon Park Police (O-355-22)
• $78,821 transfer from District 25 NDF to Capital Infrastructure Fund (O-349-22)

The Appropriations Committee recommended approval for several ordinances and approved multiple Neighborhood Development Fund (NDF) and Capital Infrastructure Fund (CIF) allocations. Notable actions included approving $75,570.60 for District 3 lighting (O-361-22), $17,500 for graffiti abatement (O-343-22), and $19,500 for Iroquois Park equine repairs (O-340-22). All items were sent to the full Council for final approval on December 15, 2022.

• Approved $75,570.60 for District 3 lighting (O-361-22) (5-0-1)
• Approved $15,000 for District 4 emergency winter home repairs (O-369-22) (6-0)
• Approved $17,500 for Highland Commerce Guild graffiti abatement (O-343-22) (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 for Beechwood Park outdoor classroom (O-368-22) (6-0)
• Approved $19,500 for Iroquois Park equine repairs (O-340-22) (6-0)
• Approved $82,401 for District 23 street lights (O-354-22) (5-0-1)
• Approved $10,000 for LMPD holiday speeding/crime prevention in District 26 (O-358-22) (6-0)
• Approved $180,000 for Windsor Park playground design/installation (CIF120722MP25)

Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee will consider several appointments to boards and commissions, a resolution requesting an audit of LMPD's records retention compliance, a $100,000 contract for a merger review study, and an ordinance amending the Office of Inspector General. The agenda also includes reappointments, some of which have been held over from prior meetings.

• Resolution R-187-22 requesting an audit of LMPD's compliance with records retention requirements
• Resolution R-190-22 approving a $100,000 noncompetitively negotiated contract with University of Louisville for a merger review study
• Ordinance O-371-22 amending LMCO Sections 36.82 and 36.83 regarding the Office of Inspector General
• Appointment of Brian Davis to the Bardstown Road Overlay District Board
• Reappointment of Carla Dearing to the TARC Board (held until 2023)

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee recommended approval of 10 board appointments and reappointments, and a resolution requesting an audit of LMPD's records retention compliance. All were sent to the Consent Calendar for the full Metro Council meeting on December 15, 2022. Two items were held in committee: a $100,000 contract for a merger review study and an ordinance amending the Office of Inspector General sections. Three reappointments remained held in committee.

• Recommended Brian Davis to Bardstown Road Overlay District Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Latosha Perry to Domestic Violence Prevention Coordinating Council (voice vote)
• Recommended Rebecca Fleischaker to Downtown Development Review Overlay District (voice vote)
• Recommended David Hobbs to Louisville Downtown Management District Board (voice vote)
• Recommended William Fischer to Planning Commission (voice vote)
• Recommended Yolanda Carter to Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board (voice vote)
• Recommended JD Carey, Katharine Dobbins, Kimberly Sickles to Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board (voice votes)
• Recommended R-187-22 requesting audit of LMPD records retention (voice vote)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an ordinance to amend the rental housing registry to assign additional administration and enforcement duties to the Director of Codes and Regulations. The committee will also consider a resolution to declare property at 3907 Bardstown Road as surplus and authorize its transfer, and an ordinance to amend donation drop-off bin regulations due to the repeal of Chapter 117. The agenda includes a special discussion on air quality concerns.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 119 on rental housing registration (ID 22-1738, O-182-22)
• Resolution declaring 3907 Bardstown Road surplus and authorizing transfer (R-093-22)
• Ordinance amending Sections 156.005 and 156.052 on donation drop-off bins (O-308-22)
• Special discussion: 'What's that Smell?' with Rachel Hamilton from Metro Air Pollution Control District

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of O-182-22, an ordinance amending the rental housing registry to assign enforcement duties to the Director of Codes and Regulations. The ordinance was amended with several provisions, including annual random inspections of 10% of registrants in high-renter areas, exemptions for newly built and recently renovated units, and a requirement for inspections only with proper notice. The vote was 5-1 with one abstention, and the item was sent to Old Business for full Council consideration.

• Recommended approval of amended rental housing registry ordinance O-182-22 (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Amended ordinance to require annual random inspections of 10% of registrants in Renter Tenure Areas with >33% rental housing
• Amended ordinance to exempt newly built rental units from proactive inspection for 10 years and recently renovated units for 5 years
• Amended ordinance to require inspections only upon proper notice under KRS 383.615 and 383.665
• Tabled resolution R-093-22 to declare 3907 Bardstown Road surplus and authorize transfer
• Held ordinance O-308-22 on donation drop-off bins in committee

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review Planning Commission decisions on two revised district development plans (at 13905 Aiken Road and Old Heady Road) and consider ordinances for four zoning changes, including properties on Forest Cove Lane/River Road, Westport Road, and Echappe Lane/Pirouette Avenue. The committee will also take up a proposed ordinance to require payment of delinquent taxes or liens before processing zoning map amendments. No public comment will be taken on the development plan reviews.

• Review of approved revised district development plan for 13905 Aiken Road (Case 22-DDP-0098)
• Review of approved revised district development plan on Old Heady Road (Case 22-DDP-0067)
• Zoning change for ~9.76 acres at 6500 Forest Cove Lane, 7301 River Road (Case 22ZONE0002)
• Zoning change for ~1.91 acres at 4301 Westport Road (Case 22ZONE0086)
• Zoning change for ~10.6 acres at 423 Echappe Lane and 9418 Pirouette Avenue (Case 22ZONE0004)

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended five ordinances for approval and sent them to Old Business. These included revised district development plans and zoning changes for various properties. One ordinance regarding zoning applications and delinquent taxes remained held in committee.

• Recommended approval of amended revised district development plan for 13905 Aiken Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of amended revised district development plan for Old Heady Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of amended zoning for 6500 Forest Cove Lane, 7301 River Road, and Parcel ID 020600480000 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning for 4301 Westport Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of amended zoning for 423 Echappe Lane and 9418 Pirouette Avenue (5-0)
• Held O-113-22 regarding zoning map amendments and delinquent taxes in committee

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a public hearing on establishing the Greater Louisville Lodging Management District. Other items include contractor sexual harassment reporting requirements, a development area for 811-823 West Main Street, local incentives for two companies, a $100,000 contract for a LEGO display at the Louisville Zoo, and a local participation agreement with WEOP. The committee will discuss and may vote on these items.

• Public hearing on Greater Louisville Lodging Management District (O-324-22)
• Ordinance requiring contractors to report workplace sexual harassment and limit non-disclosure agreements (O-321-22)
• Development area for 811-823 West Main Street (O-322-22)
• Local incentives for ISCO Industries, Inc. (R-181-22) and Process Solutions and Services, Inc. d/b/a Rapid Industries (R-182-22)
• $100,000 contract for LEGO display at Louisville Zoo with Imagine Exhibitions, Inc. (R-193-22)

The Labor and Economic Development Committee recommended approval of O-324-22, establishing the Greater Louisville Lodging Management District, after adding amendments on tourism infrastructure investment and board composition. The committee also recommended approval of a development area for 811-823 West Main Street, local incentives for ISCO Industries and Rapid Industries, a $100,000 LEGO display contract for the Louisville Zoo, and a local participation agreement with WEOP. An ordinance requiring sexual harassment reporting by contractors was held in committee.

• Recommended O-324-22 (Greater Louisville Lodging Management District) for approval with amendments (7-0)
• Amendment adding 'Invest in tourism infrastructure' to Section 167.02(E)(3) carried by voice vote
• Amendment adding Metro Council member to board (Section 167.01(B)(2)(b)) carried by voice vote
• Amendment changing board composition to 'The Mayor, or his or her designee' carried by voice vote
• Motion to table O-324-22 failed by voice vote
• Recommended O-322-22 (811-823 West Main Street Development Area) for approval with MOU amendment (6-0, Ackerson absent)
• Recommended R-181-22 (ISCO Industries incentives) for approval by voice vote
• Recommended R-182-22 (Rapid Industries incentives) for approval by voice vote

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment will discuss and decide on multiple variance requests, conditional use permits for short-term rentals and an outdoor athletic facility, a modified conditional use permit, and a zoning enforcement appeal. The meeting will be held in person at the Old Jail Building Courtroom with a virtual participation option available.

• 22-VARIANCE-0102: Esperanza Way Variance at 2011 Esperanza Way
• 22-VARIANCE-0124: Texas Ave Carport at 1427 Texas Ave
• 22-CUP-0241: Arrowhead Disc Golf Course at 7300 Scenic Trail
• 22-CUP-0277: Boarding and lodging house at 1309 Dixie Highway
• 22-APPEAL-0011: East Whitney Avenue Appeal at 114 East Whitney Avenue

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a modified conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 4126 Roosevelt Avenue, with conditions including registration and compliance with city codes. The board also approved a conditional use permit for a disc golf course at 7300 Scenic Trail, a variance for a garage at 2011 Esperanza Way, and several other variances and permits. One case, a variance for an addition at 412 Whiteheath Lane, was continued to the January 9, 2023 meeting.

• Approved modified short-term rental permit at 4126 Roosevelt Ave (4-2)
• Approved disc golf course conditional use permit at 7300 Scenic Trail (6-0)
• Approved private yard area variance at 2011 Esperanza Way (6-0)
• Approved waiver and two variances at 1427 Texas Ave (6-0)
• Continued variance for addition at 412 Whiteheath Lane to Jan 9, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance at 1108 Mulberry St (6-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance at 6503 Billtown Rd (6-0)
• Approved modified conditional use permit for storage building at 723 Lyndon Ln (6-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board holds its regular December 2022 meeting via video teleconference to review 41 property-related cases. The agenda includes only procedural items with no substantive decisions listed.

Metro Council Regular

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to consider a consent calendar of legislation forwarded from committees, including budget transfers, professional service contracts, and an ordinance banning certain economic discrimination in housing. The agenda also includes emergency resolutions to review planning commission decisions on two development plans, and several appointments to boards and commissions.

• Transfer $185,000 from District 23 Capital Infrastructure Fund to Neighborhood Development Fund (O-334-22)
• Transfer $50,000 from District 22 Neighborhood Development Fund to Capital Infrastructure Fund (O-336-22)
• Transfer $129,225 to Riverview Park Master Plan Improvements (O-329-22)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 92 to prohibit certain economic discrimination in housing (O-344-22)
• Resolution authorizing $178,716 for SWAT team rifle replacement via Kentucky Office of Homeland Security (R-177-22)

The Metro Council approved a large consent calendar and several major ordinances, including a sixth round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding, a lead hazard abatement requirement for rental housing, and recognition of Juneteenth as a holiday. The council also passed year-end budget transfers and several zoning and development plan approvals. A motion to table the rental housing registry ordinance failed, and the item was recommitted to the Public Works Committee.

• Approved 6th round of ARP funding (25-0, 1 abstention)
• Passed lead hazard abatement ordinance for rental housing (25-0, 1 absent)
• Passed Juneteenth National Freedom Day ordinance (25-0, 1 absent)
• Approved year-end operating budget transfers (23-2)
• Approved consent calendar with 25 items (25-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted emergency resolutions to review two district development plans (voice vote)
• Reconsidered and passed revised district development plan for 10501/10511 Preston Highway (24-0, 2 absent)
• Recommitted rental housing registry ordinance to Public Works Committee (20-5)

Planning Commission Regular

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on four zoning requests, a waiver for a vehicle storage building, and a street closure as part of development projects. The meeting will also include approval of previous meeting minutes and committee reports.

• Final zoning decision for 8020 National Turnpike project
• Waiver request for vehicle storage building addition at 1534 E Washington Street
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5/R-6 for South Pope Lick Residential project
• Zoning change and street closure for One Park North project at 2297-2345 Lexington Ave

The Commission recommended three zoning changes to Metro Council, including projects at R S Pope Lick Road, Preston Highway, and Lexington Ave. It also approved a building waiver for Rueff Sign Company and upheld a final order for 8020 National Turnpike.

• Upheld final order for 8020 National Turnpike (8-0)
• Approved building facade animating features waiver for 1534 E Washington Street (8-0)
• Recommended zoning change from R-4 to R-5 and R-6 at 1704, 1806, and 1808 R S Pope Lick Road to Metro Council (7-1)
• Approved Detailed District Development/Subdivision plan for South Pope Lick Residential (7-1)
• Recommended zoning change for Commerce Crossings II at 9710 Preston Highway to Metro Council (8-1)
• Approved waterway and building height variances for Commerce Crossings II (8-1)
• Recommended zoning change to PDD for One Park North at 2297-2345 Lexington Ave to Metro Council (8-0)
• Recommended closure of unimproved portion of Beargrass Avenue to Metro Council (8-0)

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the Metro Council agenda for December 1, 2022, including addresses to the Council and presidential updates. This is a procedural meeting to discuss items before the full Council; no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Review of Metro Council Agenda (ID 22-1710)
• Addresses to Council (ID 22-1709)

The Committee of the Whole met to review the upcoming Metro Council agenda. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with council members discussing several agenda items and hearing a presentation on homelessness. The meeting adjourned without objection.

• Reviewed Metro Council agenda for December 1, 2022 (no vote)
• Discussed emergency legislation items 50 (R-191-22) and 51 (R-195-22)
• Discussed budget items 53 (O-338-22) and 54 (O-326-22), including homelessness presentation
• Discussed public works item 55 (O-182-22)
• Discussed community affairs items 56 (O-134-22), 57 (O-325-22), and 58 (R-179-22)
• Discussed items 59 (O-298-22), 60 (R-159-22), and 61 (R-160-22)
• Discussed item 62 (O-313-22)

Bardstown Rd/Baxter Ave Review Overlay District Regular

The Louisville Metro Government Planning & Design Commission will review a proposed full second-story addition and glass storefront expansion with a rooftop terrace at 1331 Bardstown Rd. The project falls under the Bardstown Rd/Baxter Ave Review Overlay District and is located in Council District 8.

• Second-story addition and glass storefront expansion at 1331 Bardstown Rd
• Rooftop terrace proposed on the front façade
• Project reviewed under overlay district rules
• Owner: BFG Revocable Land Trust; Applicant: Charles Podgursky, CRP & Associates, Inc.

Planning Commission Regular

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will conduct a virtual meeting via Webex. The agenda lists only procedural items, including approval of minutes for a prior meeting and adjournment.

The Planning Commission met for a special session to review previous records. The commission approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022, meeting specifically for Case 22-ZONE-0004 as corrected.

• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes for Case 22-ZONE-0004 as corrected (8-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on several variance requests, conditional use permits for short-term rentals, and an appeal of a denied retail license. The most consequential item is a variance for a proposed grocery store at 10201 Brownsboro Road to exceed the 150-foot front yard setback. The board will also review its 2023 meeting calendar and approve minutes from two prior meetings.

• Variance for grocery store at 10201 Brownsboro Road to exceed 150' front yard setback
• Variance for second story addition at 1446 S. Hancock St. to encroach into side yard setbacks
• Variance for fence height at 513 Macon Ave (St. Matthews)
• Modified Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 4126 Roosevelt Ave
• Appeal of denied retail license for smoking store at 3333 Bardstown Road

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a variance for a proposed grocery store at 10201 Brownsboro Road, allowing a 260-foot front yard setback. The board also approved variances for properties on S. Hancock St. and Deer Park Ave., and denied a fence height variance in St. Matthews. In short-term rental cases, the board denied permits for 909 Southwestern Parkway and 840 Parkway Drive, but approved permits for 3432 Wizard Ave., 1627 Richmond Drive, and 313 Hillview Drive. Two other cases were continued to future meetings.

• Approved grocery store variance at 10201 Brownsboro Rd (7-0)
• Approved side yard variance at 1446 S. Hancock St (7-0)
• Recommended denial of fence variance at 513 Macon Ave (7-0)
• Approved garage variance at 1611 Deer Park Ave (7-0)
• Denied short-term rental CUP at 909 Southwestern Pkwy (4-3)
• Approved short-term rental CUP at 3432 Wizard Ave (7-0)
• Approved short-term rental CUP at 1627 Richmond Dr (4-3)
• Denied short-term rental CUP at 840 Parkway Dr (7-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting via video teleconference on November 18, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes, old business, and 13 new business cases, mostly animal-related, with one solid waste case. No other substantive items are listed.

• 13 new enforcement cases listed
• 12 animal cases (e.g., 905 Lydia St, 1843 Heaton Rd, 1421 Wurtele Ave)
• 1 solid waste case (652 38th St)
• Meeting held via video teleconference

Budget Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Budget Committee met to review and vote on several capital budget transfers and funding ordinances. Items included transfers to park improvements, road projects, and reallocations from a building demolition project, as well as approval of the seventh round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding for COVID-19 recovery.

• Transfer $129,225 to Riverview Park Master Plan Improvements
• Transfer $8,846.72 to D7 Westport/Herr Lane Improvements project
• Approve seventh round of ARP Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to departments
• Reallocate $1,400,000 from Fiscal Court Building Demolition Project to other capital projects
• Amend transient room tax and revenue commission ordinances (O-337-22, O-347-22)

The Budget Committee recommended approval of several ordinances, including the sixth round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding (O-326-22) and year-end operating budget transfers (O-338-22), both amended and sent to Old Business. It also approved capital budget transfers for Riverview Park, Westport/Herr Lane, and reallocated $1.4M from Fiscal Court Building demolition. All items were sent to the full Council for the December 1, 2022 meeting.

• Approved O-329-22 transferring $129,225 to Riverview Park Master Plan Improvements (11-0)
• Approved O-342-22 transferring $8,846.72 to D7 Westport/Herr Lane Improvements (11-0)
• Approved O-337-22 amending transient room taxation (9-0, 2 absent)
• Approved O-347-22 amending Revenue Commission and use of revenues (11-0)
• Approved O-326-22 sixth round of ARP funding, amended to reduce Parks & Rec director search to $24,000 (11-0)
• Approved O-338-22 year-end budget transfers, amended to set aside $100,000 for Cherokee Park Pavilion (11-0)
• Approved O-345-22 reallocating $1.4M from Fiscal Court Building demolition to other capital projects (11-0)
• Failed amendments to O-338-22 for corrections facility report, $1.2M homeless shelter, $179K Workday staff, $2.5M Harbor House, and $1.4M Fiscal Court demolition

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is discussing a proposed ordinance (O-263-22) that would amend Louisville Metro Code to restrict camping on Metro property and in parks, as well as address sidewalk obstruction. The ordinance has been amended and tabled multiple times since September 2022 and requires action by March 2023.

• Proposed ordinance O-263-22 to amend LMCO sections on camping and sidewalk obstruction
• Legislative history includes multiple tabling and untableing actions since September 2022
• Action required by March 2023
• Special discussion on structure in Cherokee Park by Jason Canuel, Metro Parks

The Parks and Sustainability Committee voted to table Ordinance O-263-22, which proposed amendments to the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances concerning camping on Metro property and parks, as well as the obstruction of sidewalks and public ways.

• Tabled O-263-22 regarding camping on Metro property and obstruction of public ways (voice vote)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee met to receive two equity-focused presentations: one from the Louisville Metro Police Department and another from Public Works. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda.

• LOUISVILLE METRO POLICE DEPARTMENT EQUITY UPDATE (ID 22-1628)
• PUBLIC WORKS EQUITY UPDATE (ID 22-1629)

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion received informational presentations on equity efforts from the Louisville Metro Police Department and Public Works. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the items were for discussion only.

• Received LMPD equity update (reference only)
• Received Public Works equity update (reference only)

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will hold a special discussion on a structure in Cherokee Park with Metro Parks' Jason Canuel. They will also consider pending legislation amending Louisville Metro codes on camping on Metro property and in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks and public ways. The ordinance has a lengthy history of being tabled, untabled, and amended, and action is required by March 2023.

• Special discussion on structure in Cherokee Park with Jason Canuel, Metro Parks
• Ordinance amending LMCO sections 131.01, 131.02, 131.03 on camping on Metro property
• Ordinance amending LMCO sections 42.31, 42.32, 42.99 on camping in Metro parks
• Ordinance amending LMCO section 97.072 on obstruction of sidewalks and public ways
• O-263-22, sponsored by Councilmembers George, Mulvihill, and James

The committee heard a presentation on a structure in Cherokee Park and discussed O-263-22, an ordinance amending camping rules on Metro property and in parks. A motion to untable the ordinance failed to proceed, and the committee voted by voice vote to table it again. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled O-263-22, ordinance amending camping and obstruction rules (voice vote)
• Heard presentation on structure in Cherokee Park (no action)

Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission Regular

The Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss a design guideline update process, and make appointments to several Architectural Review Committees (ARCs) and the Landmarks Commission itself. The agenda is largely administrative, with no specific project reviews or public hearings on individual properties listed.

• Design Guideline Update Process discussion
• Butchertown ARC Appointments (Council District 4)
• Cherokee Triangle ARC Appointments (Council District 8)
• Clifton ARC Appointments (Council District 9)
• Old Louisville, Parkland ARC and Landmarks Commission appointments

The Louisville Metro Historic Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission approved the October 13, 2022 meeting minutes and advanced the design guideline update process by soliciting subcommittee volunteers. The commission also approved several appointments and reappointments to various Architectural Review Committees (ARCs), including Butchertown, Cherokee Triangle, Clifton, Old Louisville, and Parkland, with recommendations sent to Metro Council for final review. Commissioner Owen was appointed to the Clifton ARC by Chair Ward.

• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of Lindsey Stoughton to Butchertown ARC (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Mitchell Kersting to Butchertown ARC (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Carolyn Andrews to Cherokee Triangle ARC (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of Jessica Murphy to Clifton ARC (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of Pam Vetter to Clifton ARC (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of Phil Samuel to Clifton ARC (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of Doug Wilson to Old Louisville ARC (9-0)

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, adopt the 2023 meeting calendar, receive an update on the Land Development Code (LDC) reform, and issue a final order for a property at 4701 Commerce Crossings Drive. The main business is three public hearings on zoning changes: Buckingham at Ochsner (R-4 to OR-3) on Urton Lane, Bull Run Townhomes (R-4 to R-5A) on Herr Lane, and Echappe and Pirouette (R-4 to R-6) on Echappe Lane and Pirouette Avenue.

• Public hearing: Buckingham at Ochsner — zoning change R-4 to OR-3 with development plan, variance, and waiver at 200, 250 & 13309 Urton Lane (Middletown)
• Public hearing: Bull Run Townhomes — zoning change R-4 to R-5A with development plan and waiver at 1920 & 1922 Herr Lane (Louisville/Graymoor-Devondale)
• Public hearing: Echappe and Pirouette — zoning change R-4 to R-6 with waiver and revised development plan at 423 Echappe Lane & 9418 Pirouette Avenue
• Final order for 4701 Commerce Crossings Drive (ENF-ZON-21-000996)
• 2023 PC meeting calendar and LDC reform update

The commission recommended zoning changes for the Buckingham at Ochsner and Echappe and Pirouette projects. It also upheld two citations for 4701 Commerce Crossings Drive and adopted the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Recommended zoning change from R-4 to OR-3 for Buckingham at Ochsner (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Detailed District Development Plan for Buckingham at Ochsner (8-0)
• Recommended zoning change from R-4 to R-6 for Echappe and Pirouette (9-0)
• Approved Revised Detailed District Development plan for Echappe and Pirouette (9-0)
• Upheld June 9, 2022 citation for 4701 Commerce Crossings Drive (9-0)
• Upheld August 15, 2022 citation for 4701 Commerce Crossings Drive (9-0)
• Adopted 2023 PC Meeting Calendar (9-0)
• Continued Bull Run Townhomes case to December 15, 2022 (9-0)

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Appropriations Committee reviewed 13 items, including 11 appropriations totaling over $300,000 for neighborhood development, capital infrastructure, and community programs across multiple districts. One special discussion addressed delays in payment of previously appropriated funds.

• $3,548 to California Neighborhood Leadership Council for 1st Annual Historical Neighborhood Storytelling Forum
• $1,100 to YMCA of Greater Louisville for District 5 youth water safety program
• $4,000 to OneWest Corporation for Winter Wonderland event at Shawnee Park
• $5,000 to Plainview Residents' Association to replace emerald ash borer-damaged trees
• $50,000 transfer from District 22 Neighborhood Development Fund to Capital Infrastructure Fund

The Appropriations Committee recommended approval of an ordinance appropriating $10,750 from multiple neighborhood development funds to OneWest Corporation for the Winter Wonderland event at Shawnee Park, sending it to the full Council. The committee also recommended approval of a $14,000 appropriation to Highview Arts, Inc. after amending it to add funds from four districts, and approved several neighborhood development and capital infrastructure fund allocations. Two items were held: a $1,100 YMCA water safety program appropriation and a $19,500 equine trail repair ordinance.

• Approved $3,548 to California Neighborhood Leadership Council for storytelling forum
• Held $1,100 YMCA Safety Around Water program appropriation
• Recommended approval of $10,750 for Winter Wonderland at Shawnee Park (6-0)
• Approved $5,000 to Plainview Residents' Association for tree replacement
• Approved $5,756.68 for sidewalk repairs at Trinity Park Drive
• Recommended approval of $50,000 transfer from District 22 NDF to CIF (6-0)
• Approved $22,447 for sidewalk panel repairs in Glenmary Reserves
• Approved $30,468.25 for repaving Young Avenue

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Public Safety Committee will decide on two resolutions: one to authorize a $178,716 agreement with the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security for SWAT team rifles, and another to accept a $70,000 donation of surplus furniture from the U.S. DEA for the Louisville Metro Police Department. The committee will also receive an update on opioid settlement funds.

• $178,716 agreement with KOHS for SWAT team rifles
• $70,000 donation of surplus furniture from U.S. DEA
• Opioid settlement update presentation
• Action required by May 2023 for both resolutions

The Public Safety Committee recommended approval of two resolutions: one authorizing the mayor to apply for and accept $178,716 from the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security to purchase replacement rifles for the SWAT team, and another accepting a $70,000 donation of surplus furniture from the U.S. DEA for LMPD use. Both were sent to the Consent Calendar. The committee also received an update on opioid settlement funds.

• Recommended approval of R-177-22: $178,716 KOHS grant for SWAT rifle replacement (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-178-22: $70,000 DEA surplus furniture donation for LMPD (voice vote)
• Heard opioid settlement update presentation (no action taken)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Government Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee meets to discuss affordable housing updates, a proposed ordinance recognizing Juneteenth, a tax delinquency diversion program resolution, and a housing discrimination ordinance.

• Louisville Affordable Housing Trust Fund updates presented by Christie McCravy
• Ordinance O-325-22 amending Chapter 39 to recognize June Nineteenth as "Juneteenth National Freedom Day"
• Resolution R-179-22 designating census blocks in Council Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, 15, 21, and 24 as priority project areas for the Tax Delinquency Diversion Program
• Ordinance O-344-22 amending Chapter 92 regarding unlawful housing practices to prohibit certain economic discrimination

The committee recommended three items for approval, including an ordinance to prohibit certain economic discrimination in housing and a resolution designating priority project areas for the Tax Delinquency Diversion Program. It also recommended an amended ordinance recognizing Juneteenth National Freedom Day.

• Recommended O-344-22 to prohibit certain economic discrimination in housing (6-0, 1 absent)
• Recommended amended O-325-22 recognizing Juneteenth National Freedom Day (6-0, 1 absent)
• Recommended amended R-179-22 designating census blocks for Tax Delinquency Diversion Program (voice vote)

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee will consider 11 development cases, including revised district plans, plat amendments, and waivers for encroachments and building design. Items span Louisville Metro, Jeffersontown, Lyndon, and Middletown, covering residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.

• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Glenmary Club at 10200 Glenmary Farm Drive
• Record Plat Amendment for Plantside Minor Plat at 1770 Plantside Drive
• Waiver for encroachments and drive aisle at 1209 and 1211 W Broadway
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for proposed grocery store at 10201 Brownsboro Road
• Building Design Waiver for Klondike Lane Retail at 3606 ½ Klondike Lane

The Louisville Metro Development Review Committee approved several development plans, waivers, and a minor subdivision plat. Key approvals include the Glenmary Club detailed district development plan, a revised plan for a proposed grocery store at 10201 Brownsboro Road with two waivers, and a revised plan for the Bob Ray Co. site. The committee also continued two cases to later meetings and approved a minor subdivision plat at 1770 Plantside Dr.

• Approved Glenmary Club detailed district development plan (5-0)
• Approved revised grocery store plan at 10201 Brownsboro Road with two waivers (5-0)
• Approved two waivers for West Broadway Commercial drive-thru (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Bob Ray Co. revised plan to City of Lyndon (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 114 Urton Lane revised plan to City of Middletown (5-0)
• Approved Garrett Bridwell Multi-Family revised plan (5-0)
• Approved Baptist Health Freestanding Emergency Room plan with two waivers (5-0)
• Approved Billtown Commercial Development plan with four waivers (5-0)

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including measures to support businesses hiring people with criminal records, require reporting of workplace sexual harassment by contractors, establish a development area at 811-823 West Main Street, and create the Greater Louisville Lodging Management District. It will also review contracts for health economist, academic health coordinator, employer branding, and COVID-19 multicultural campaign services.

• O-298-22: Ordinance to support businesses hiring persons convicted of a crime by requiring good faith effort to increase procurement from those businesses.
• O-321-22: Ordinance requiring organizations receiving incentives or contracts to report workplace sexual harassment and prohibiting certain non-disclosure agreements.
• O-322-22: Ordinance establishing 811-823 West Main Street Development Area and authorizing a local participation agreement.
• O-324-22: Ordinance establishing the Greater Louisville Lodging Management District.
• R-159-22, R-160-22, R-163-22, R-168-22: Contracts for health economist ($73,050), academic health coordinator ($104,686), employer branding ($100,800), and COVID-19 multicultural campaign ($52,000).

The committee untabled an ordinance to increase procurement from 'second chance businesses' and recommended four professional service contracts for approval. Three other ordinances regarding workplace harassment, a development area, and a lodging district were held in committee.

• Untabled O-298-22 to support businesses hiring persons convicted of a crime (6-0)
• Recommended approval of $75,020 contract with University of Louisville for a health economist (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $104,686 contract with University of Louisville for an academic health coordinator (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $100,800 contract with Incipio Workforce Solutions, LLC for employer branding services (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $52,000 contract with Honing LLC for COVID-19 multicultural community campaign (voice vote)
• Held O-321-22 regarding workplace sexual harassment reporting in committee
• Held O-322-22 regarding 811-823 West Main Street Development Area in committee
• Held O-324-22 regarding Greater Louisville Lodging Management District in committee

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee is reviewing seven zoning-related ordinances, including changes for properties on Brownsboro Road, Manslick Road, Cherokee Road, Forest Cove Lane, River Road, and English Villa Drive. One ordinance would amend the Land Development Code to address outdoor dining permits. The committee must act on these items by early 2023.

• Zoning change for 6.61-acre property at 4922 Brownsboro Road (Case 22ZONE0061)
• Zoning change for 21.8-acre properties at 7803–7821 Manslick Road and 7736–7742 3rd Street Road (Case 21ZONE0139)
• Zoning change for 0.3493-acre property at 1140 Cherokee Road (Case 22ZONE0097)
• Zoning change for 9.76-acre properties at 6500 Forest Cove Lane and 7301 River Road (Case 22ZONE0002)
• Amendment to Louisville Metro Land Development Code for outdoor dining permits (Case 22-LDC-0006)

The committee recommended four ordinances for approval, including three specific property rezoning requests and an amendment to the Land Development Code regarding outdoor dining. Two items remained held in committee, and one ordinance was untabled.

• Recommended approval of zoning at 4922 Brownsboro Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of amended zoning at Manslick Road and 3rd Street Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning at 1140 Cherokee Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Land Development Code amendment for outdoor dining (6-0)
• Untabled revised District Development Plan for 13712 and 13801 English Villa Drive (6-0)
• Held zoning for 6500 Forest Cove Lane, 7301 River Road, and Parcel ID 020600480000 in committee
• Remained held in committee: Ordinance regarding zoning applications with delinquent taxes

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a long-pending ordinance to amend the rental housing registry, a resolution to declare a Bardstown Road property surplus, a grant agreement for road realignment, and an ordinance changing the MSD board. The rental registry ordinance has been tabled multiple times and was amended at the last meeting.

• Ordinance 22-1637 amending Chapter 119 on rental housing registration, assigning enforcement duties to the Director of Codes and Regulations
• Resolution R-093-22 declaring 3907 Bardstown Road surplus and authorizing its transfer
• Resolution R-175-22 authorizing a $70,000 grant agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for Old Bardstown Road realignment near Walgreens at Hillock Drive
• Ordinance O-339-22 amending LMCO sections 51.101 and 51.102 regarding the Waste Management District Board (MSD)

The committee voted 4-3 to recommend approval of an amended ordinance (O-182-22) that assigns the Director of Codes and Regulations administration and enforcement duties for the rental housing registry, with amendments requiring business entities to register with the Revenue Commission and setting implementation timelines. The committee also recommended approval of a resolution (R-175-22) to accept up to $70,000 from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for realigning Old Bardstown Road, and an ordinance (O-339-22) amending the Waste Management District Board's composition. A resolution (R-093-22) declaring property at 3907 Bardstown Road surplus remained held in committee.

• Amended O-182-22 to require business entity owners to register with the Louisville Metro Revenue Commission (voice vote)
• Amended O-182-22 to set implementation timelines: online registry within 6 months, other provisions within 9 months (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of amended O-182-22 (4-3: Dorsey, Hollander, George, Flood yes; Piagentini, Benson, Ackerson no)
• Recommended approval of R-175-22 to accept $70,000 grant for Old Bardstown Road realignment (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of O-339-22 amending Waste Management District Board sections (7-0)
• Held R-093-22 surplus property resolution in committee

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee will consider 13 appointments and reappointments to various Louisville Metro boards and commissions, including the Commission for Persons with Disabilities, the Extension Board, the Human Relations Advocacy Board, the Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission, the Commission on Public Art, and the TARC Board. The agenda is limited to these personnel actions; no other business is listed.

• Appointment of David Allgood to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities (term expires Dec 12, 2023)
• Reappointment of Matthew Michaud to the Extension Board (term expires Dec 31, 2025)
• Reappointments of Alexandra Martindale and Dr. Karan Shah to the Human Relations Advocacy Board (terms expire Sep 30, 2025)
• Multiple appointments/reappointments to the Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission, including Kate Meador, Lori Stahlgren, Chris Fuller, Stefanie Buzan, Ashlyn Ackerman, David Omidy, and Morgan Ward (terms expire Nov 30, 2025)
• Reappointment of Andrew Cozzens to the Commission on Public Art (COPA) Board (term expires Oct 24, 2026) and Carla Dearing to the TARC Board (term expires Aug 31, 2025)

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee recommended 11 appointments and reappointments to various city boards and commissions for approval. These items were sent to the Consent Calendar for the full Council. Three other reappointments were either held in committee or tabled.

• Recommended appointment of David Allgood to Commission for Persons with Disabilities (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Matthew Michaud to Extension Board (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Alexandra Martindale to Human Relations Advocacy Board (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Dr. Karan Shah to Human Relations Advocacy Board (voice vote)
• Recommended appointment of Kate Meador to Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Lori Stahlgren, Chris Fuller, Stefanie Buzan, David Omidy, and Morgan Ward to Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission (voice votes)
• Held reappointment of Ashlyn Ackerman to Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission in committee
• Tabled reappointment of Carla Dearing to TARC Board until 2023

Planning Commission Regular

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two rezoning requests for properties along South Hurstbourne Parkway. Both cases involve changes from lower-density residential zoning to mixed-use or higher-density residential zoning with detailed development plans.

• 22-ZONE-0012: Rezone 4700 S Hurstbourne Parkway from R-4 to R-7 with detailed plan and waiver
• 22-ZONE-0076: Rezone 4900 S Hurstbourne Parkway and adjacent parcels from R-4 & C-2 to R-6, C-1 & C-2 with detailed plan, waiver, and variance
• Properties located at 4700 S Hurstbourne Parkway and 4900 S Hurstbourne Parkway, including parcels 004405130000, 004404680000, 005002700000, and 005002710000
• Owners include 4700 S Hurstbourne Parkway LLC, Southeast Storage LLC, and Roman Catholic Bishop of Louisville
• Case manager: Dante St. Germain, AICP, Planner II for both requests

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission held a public hearing on two related zoning requests for apartment developments at 4700 and 4900 S Hurstbourne Parkway. After hearing testimony from supporters and opponents, the commission voted unanimously to continue both cases to the December 8, 2022 Land Development & Transportation Committee meeting. The continuance allows the applicant to revise plans, particularly regarding converting a proposed private road to a public road, and to address waivers, variances, and binding elements.

• Continued Case 22-ZONE-0012 (4700 S Hurstbourne Parkway Apartments) to December 8, 2022 LD&T meeting (8-0)
• Continued Case 22-ZONE-0076 (4900 S Hurstbourne Parkway Apartments) to December 8, 2022 LD&T meeting (8-0)

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee is meeting to review finalized actions on a surplus property transfer, a library contract amendment, and a fire detection equipment contract. The meeting also includes a special discussion on COVID-19 economic impacts with local experts.

• Transfer of surplus Metro Government property at South Fourth Street to SLS Management, LLC
• Funding for a sole-source contract with OverDrive, Inc. for library materials ($750,000, increasing total to $1,250,000)
• Sole-source contract with Siemens Industry, Inc. for fire detection equipment upgrades ($50,000)
• Approval of local incentives for Interapt, LLC under KRS Chapter 154, Subchapter 32
• Special discussion on COVID-19 economic impact with Dr. Paul Coomes, Steve Trager, and David Oetken

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board held a regular meeting via video teleconference to review 25 property-related cases. The board reviewed both old and new business, including property code violations at addresses across Louisville. No decisions or actions were listed on the agenda; only case reviews were scheduled.

• 2709 Hale Ave property case review
• 3809 Bank St property case review
• 1111 32nd St property case review
• 1124 32nd St property case review
• 2722 Portland Ave property case review

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will consider several land-use items, including zoning changes, an alley closure, and waivers. The agenda includes a proposed office at 4127 Taylor Blvd, a zoning change and alley closure for properties on Meridian Avenue, and a zoning change for Mud Lane Apartments.

• Landscape and site design waivers for proposed office at 4127 Taylor Blvd
• Closure of unnamed alley near 205 & 207 Meridian Avenue
• Zoning change from R-5 to R-6 with development plan for 205 & 207 Meridian Avenue
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-6 with development plan for 3902 Mud Ln

The committee voted to continue Case 22-WAIVER-0140/0141 indefinitely, allowing the applicant to work with staff, Metro Council, and residents on concerns raised. It also placed an alley closure and a zoning change for Fultz Meridian Avenue on the December 15 consent agenda and public hearing, respectively. A zoning change for Mud Lane Apartments was continued to the January 12, 2023 meeting. The October 27 minutes were approved.

• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Continued Case 22-WAIVER-0140/0141 (Taylor Blvd office) indefinitely (4-0)
• Placed Case 22-STRCLOSURE-0022 (Fultz Meridian alley closure) on December 15 consent agenda (4-0)
• Placed Case 22-ZONE-0065 (Fultz Meridian zoning change) on December 15 public hearing (consensus)
• Continued Case 22-ZONE-0079 (Mud Lane Apartments) to January 12, 2023 LD&T meeting (4-0)

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the Metro Council agenda for November 10, 2022, including addresses to the Council and presidential updates. This is a procedural meeting with no specific legislative items listed for decision.

• Review of Metro Council Agenda (ID 22-1594)
• Addresses to Council (ID 22-1593)

The committee met to review the Metro Council agenda and receive presidential updates. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Metro Council Regular

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to consider a consent calendar of items forwarded from committees, including budget transfers, street closures, and honorary street designations. They will also take up old business items, including ordinances on lead abatement in rental housing, lobbying regulations, and properties with recurring crime. The meeting includes several public hearings and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Ordinance O-134-22 requiring lead abatement of all rental housing units in Louisville Metro
• Ordinance O-058-22 amending lobbying rules for Metro officers
• Ordinance O-278-22 creating Chapter 149 on properties with recurring crime
• Resolution R-162-22 authorizing $1,072,341 for LMPD ballistic rifle plates
• Ordinance O-312-22 lapsing completed capital projects to fund BIL grant opportunities

The Metro Council approved a new ordinance (O-278-22) creating Chapter 149 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances to address properties where recurring crime negatively impacts surrounding neighborhoods, passing 25-0 after an amendment by substitution. The Council also passed an ordinance (O-058-22) amending lobbying rules for Metro officers, 25-0, after several proposed amendments failed. A resolution (R-157-22) supporting a science-based target of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions community-wide by 2040 was adopted 14-6, with two abstentions. A lead hazard abatement ordinance (O-134-22) was tabled.

• Approved crime-property ordinance O-278-22 (25-0)
• Approved lobbying ordinance O-058-22 (25-0)
• Adopted net-zero emissions resolution R-157-22 (14-6, 2 abstentions)
• Tabled lead hazard abatement ordinance O-134-22
• Approved 23-item consent calendar (23-0)
• Approved ordinance O-167-22 requiring departments to pay project overages (24-0)
• Adopted resolution R-126-22 requesting short-term rental review (voice vote)
• Approved zoning for 12404/12406 Taylorsville Rd and 3830 Sweeney Ln (23-0)

Planning Commission Regular

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning change request for a self-storage facility at 4301 Westport Road. The change from R-4 to C-M includes a Detailed District Development Plan and Binding Elements, with a waiver sought. The project is located in City of St. Matthews within Council District 7.

• 22-ZONE-0086: Zoning change from R-4 to C-M for Hagan Westport Road Self Storage
• Detailed District Development Plan and Binding Elements included
• Waiver requested for the zoning change
• Location: 4301 Westport Road, Louisville, KY 40207
• Council District: 7 - Paula McCraney

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission held a public hearing on a request to rezone 4301 Westport Road from R-4 residential to C-M commercial manufacturing for a self-storage facility. After hearing testimony from supporters and opponents, the commission voted 5-2 to recommend denial to the Louisville Metro Council and the City of St. Matthews, citing incompatibility with the surrounding residential neighborhood and failure to meet several Comprehensive Plan goals.

• Recommended denial of zoning change from R-4 to C-M for Hagan Westport Road Self Storage (5-2)
• Vote: Yes - Sistrunk, Price, Carlson, Howard, Lewis; No - Mims, Cheek
• Commissioners Brown, Pennix, and Clare were not present and did not vote

Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee will hear two requests at this regular meeting. One seeks approval for a garage demolition and new carriage house construction at 1330 S. 2nd St. The other requests retroactive approval for a chain-link gate at 115 W. Ormsby Ave.

• Garage demolition and new carriage house construction at 1330 S. 2nd St. (Case 22-COA-0228)
• After-the-fact chain-link gate approval at 115 W. Ormsby Ave. (Case 22-COA-0229)

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee approved two applications. The first approved the demolition of a garage and construction of a new carriage house at 1330 S. 2nd St. with conditions. The second approved an after-the-fact chain-link gate at 115 W. Ormsby Ave. Both votes were unanimous among the four members present, with two members absent.

• Approved garage demolition and carriage house construction at 1330 S. 2nd St. with conditions (4-0, 2 absent)
• Approved after-the-fact chain-link gate at 115 W. Ormsby Ave. (4-0, 2 absent)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings on 15 items, including variances, conditional use permits, and a development plan. Notable cases include a continued variance for a proposed grocery store at 10201 Brownsboro Road, a conditional use permit for a private club at Glenmary, and several short-term rental permits. The board will also consider a variance for a porch encroachment and a fence height variance.

• Variance for proposed grocery store to exceed 150 ft front yard setback at 10201 Brownsboro Road (continued to Nov. 21)
• Conditional Use Permit for private proprietary club at 10200 Glenmary Farm Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for outdoor alcohol sales and live entertainment at Hauck's Corner, 1000-1008 Goss Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for commercial kennel at Happy Hounds Doggy Daycare, 201 Park Place Drive
• Two Conditional Use Permits for boarding houses at 3432 and 3604 W. Market Street

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a conditional use permit for a private proprietary club at the former Glenmary golf course, with conditions limiting hours, driving range tee boxes, and wedding venue capacity. The board also approved several variances and conditional use permits for other properties, including a doggy daycare, boarding houses, and a restaurant with outdoor alcohol sales. Two short-term rental requests were denied, and two other cases were continued to later meetings.

• Approved Glenmary Club CUP (22-CUP-0175) with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Cherrywood Road variance (22-VARIANCE-0135) (6-0)
• Continued grocery store variance (21-VARIANCE-0181) to Nov. 21 (6-0)
• Continued Esperanza Way variance (22-VARIANCE-0102) to Dec. 5 (6-0)
• Approved 1844 Northwestern Parkway variance, waiver, and development plan (6-0)
• Recommended Anchorage fence variance approval (22-VARIANCE-0134) (6-0)
• Approved Hauck's Corner CUP for outdoor alcohol and entertainment (22-CUP-0215) (6-0)
• Denied Swan Street short-term rental CUP (22-CUP-0291) (4-2)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board meets to hear 21 property-code cases and one demolition permit. The board will review violations and penalties for unsafe, unmaintained, or non-compliant structures at addresses across Louisville.

• 2743 Main St — property code case 16PM22880-PM-28
• 116 19th St — property code case 17PM5538-PM-16
• 1211 Forest Dr — property code case 18PM30101-PM-20
• 917 Southwestern Pkwy — demolition permit ENF-DEMO-22-00074
• 1710 English Station Rd — property code case ENF-PMNT-21-012409-5

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will discuss several items, including an ordinance amending camping rules on metro property and in parks, a resolution supporting a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2040, and resolutions to name two new parks. The committee may vote on these items or table them for later.

• O-263-22: Ordinance amending LMCO sections on camping on metro property, in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks/public ways
• R-157-22: Resolution supporting science-based net-zero greenhouse gas emissions community-wide by 2040
• R-164-22: Resolution approving naming of new park as 'Windsor Park'
• R-171-22: Resolution recognizing Alberta Jones and naming new park on Maple Street between Dr. W.J. Hodge and 25th Street in her honor

The committee recommended approval of a resolution to establish a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2040. It also recommended naming two new parks. An ordinance regarding camping on Metro property and obstruction of public ways was tabled.

• Recommended approval of R-157-22 to establish net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 (3-1)
• Recommended approval of R-164-22 to name a new park 'Windsor Park' (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-171-22 to name a new park on Maple Street 'Alberta Jones Park' (voice vote)
• Tabled O-263-22 regarding camping on Metro property and obstruction of public ways (voice vote)

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including an ordinance to amend camping regulations on metro property and in parks, a resolution supporting a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2040, and resolutions to name two new parks. The committee will also hear a special discussion. The agenda includes pending legislation that has been tabled or held in previous meetings.

• O-263-22: Ordinance amending LMCO sections on camping on metro property, in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks/public ways
• R-157-22: Resolution supporting science-based net-zero greenhouse gas emissions community-wide by 2040
• R-164-22: Resolution approving naming of new park as 'Windsor Park'
• R-171-22: Resolution recognizing Alberta Jones and naming new park on Maple Street between Dr. W.J. Hodge and 25th Street in her honor

The Parks and Sustainability Committee tabled an ordinance amending camping and obstruction rules on Metro property and parks. It recommended approval of a resolution supporting a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2040, with amendments. Two park naming resolutions were also recommended for approval.

• Tabled O-263-22 (camping and obstruction ordinance) by voice vote
• Amended R-157-22 (net-zero emissions resolution) by voice vote
• Recommended R-157-22 for approval (3-1, with 1 present, 1 absent, 1 abstention)
• Recommended R-164-22 (Windsor Park naming) for approval by voice vote
• Recommended R-171-22 (Alberta Jones Park naming) for approval by voice vote

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee met to review equity updates from Facilities and Fleet Management, Civic Innovation and Technology, and the Office for Women's Equity. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda.

The committee held a meeting to receive equity updates from three departments. No formal votes or legislative actions were recorded in the minutes.

Budget Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Budget Committee will hold a special discussion on American Rescue Plan (ARP) Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, reviewing appropriations to date, remaining unappropriated amounts, and proposed projects. The committee will also consider several pending items, including a resolution on premium pay for suburban fire and EMS employees, a request to release federal interest in a loan fund, an ordinance amending the capital budget, and ordinances approving sixth and seventh rounds of ARP funding.

• Discussion of ARP Local Fiscal Recovery Funds appropriations and proposed projects
• R-167-22: Resolution authorizing premium pay for suburban fire and EMS employees
• R-165-22: Request to release federal interest in METCO revolving loan fund
• O-312-22: Amends FY 2022-2023 capital budget, lapsing completed projects to fund BIL grants
• O-307-22 and O-326-22: Approve sixth and seventh rounds of ARP funding

The Budget Committee recommended approval of three items, sending them to the Consent Calendar: a resolution authorizing premium pay for suburban fire and EMS employees, a resolution to release federal interest in METCO's revolving loan fund, and an ordinance to lapse completed capital projects and direct funds to the BIL grants project. Two ARP funding ordinances (sixth and seventh rounds) were held without action. The committee also held a special discussion on ARP fund appropriations.

• Recommended approval of R-167-22 (premium pay for suburban fire/EMS) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of R-165-22 (release federal interest in METCO loan fund) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of O-312-22 (lapse completed capital projects to BIL grants) by 11-0 vote
• Held O-307-22 (sixth round of ARP funding) without action
• Held O-326-22 (seventh round of ARP funding) without action

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission is holding a special evening meeting to consider a revised detailed district development plan for the Sunshine Concrete project at 13905 Aiken Rd. The agenda includes approval of minutes and a public hearing for this case. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing for 22-DDP-0098, Sunshine Concrete revised detailed district development plan at 13905 Aiken Rd
• Applicant: Damon Garrett - Sunshine Builders; Owner: Otte Family Limited Partnership
• Council District 19 - Anthony Piagentini

The Commission approved a Revised Detailed District Development Plan for a concrete plant at 13905 Aiken Rd. The approval includes 15 binding elements regarding production capacity, truck routing, and site screening. The Commission also approved the minutes from the November 3, 2022, 1:00 p.m. meeting.

• Approved Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Sunshine Concrete (7-1)
• Approved November 3, 2022 (1:00 p.m.) meeting minutes (8-0)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The committee discussed four honorary street-name resolutions and two ordinances, including a lead-abatement rule for rental housing and a Juneteenth recognition. One expired fine-reduction ordinance was also listed.

• Honorary street name for Reginald Meeks at Virginia Ave & 28th St (ID 22-1544)
• Honorary street name for Mary Collier Woolridge at Wingfield Lane & Beech St/S 23rd St/Dixie Hwy (R-161-22)
• Ordinance creating lead-abatement requirements for all rental units in Louisville Metro (O-134-22)
• Ordinance recognizing June 19 as Juneteenth National Freedom Day (O-325-22)
• Expired ordinance to reduce fines for owner-occupied properties (O-136-22) listed but not acted on

The committee recommended an ordinance to require lead abatement for all rental housing units in Louisville Metro. Three resolutions honoring individuals or addressing redlining were recommended for approval, while one ordinance recognizing Juneteenth was held in committee.

• Recommended approval of O-134-22 requiring lead abatement in rental housing (5-1-1)
• Recommended approval of R-161-22 dedicating 'Reginald Meeks Way' (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-166-22 dedicating 'Mary Collier Woolridge Lane' (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-170-22 addressing effects of redlining (voice vote)
• Held O-325-22 recognizing Juneteenth National Freedom Day in committee

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Public Safety Committee is scheduled to vote on a resolution authorizing the mayor to apply for and enter into a $1,072,341 agreement with the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security for ballistic rifle plates to be administered by the Louisville Metro Police Department. The funds would replace existing equipment, with action required by April 2023.

• $1,072,341 KOHS grant for LMPD ballistic rifle plates
• Resolution R-162-22 (Mark Fox, primary sponsor)
• Action deadline: April 2023

The Public Safety Committee recommended approval of a resolution to apply for Kentucky Office of Homeland Security funds. The funding would be used by the Louisville Metro Police Department to purchase ballistic rifle plates.

• Recommended approval of R-162-22 to apply for $1,072,341 in KOHS funds for ballistic rifle plates (voice vote)

Downtown Development Review Overlay District Committee Regular

The Downtown Development Review Overlay District Committee is meeting to consider a permit request for a new 6-story, 168-room hotel named Broadway Apartments. The meeting takes place in person at the Old Jail Building Courtroom and includes options for virtual attendance and public speaking.

• New Business: DDRO Overlay Permit request for a 6-story, 168-room hotel named Broadway Apartments at 127, 129, 133, 135, 139, 141 and 143 W. Market and 123 S. 2nd Streets (Case 22-OVERLAY-0028)

The Downtown Development Review Overlay District Committee approved an overlay permit for the Broadway Apartments project. The project consists of a new 6-story, 168-room hotel located at 127-143 W Market Street and 123 S 2nd Street. Approval was granted with eight specific conditions regarding design, materials, and streetscape.

• Approved Overlay Permit for 6-story, 168-room hotel (6-0)

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Appropriations Committee is deciding on 18 separate appropriations totaling over $120,000 for infrastructure and community projects across multiple districts. Items include sidewalk repairs, honorary street signs, tennis court renovations, and neighborhood beautification projects. The committee also considers an ordinance requiring departments to cover cost overruns on funded projects.

• $39,073.07 for sidewalk repairs at 1036 South 28th Street and 2814 Greenwood Avenue
• $188 for an honorary street sign at South 28th Street and Virginia Avenue honoring former Alderman Reginald Meeks
• $200,000 for renovation of Crescent Hill Tennis Courts (split with Metro Parks)
• $2,050 for a radar unit for the City of Strathmoor Village
• Ordinance requiring Metro departments to pay cost overruns on funded projects

The Appropriations Committee approved 17 capital infrastructure and neighborhood development fund appropriations, including sidewalk repairs, honorary street signs, and park improvements. It also recommended two ordinances for full Council approval: one transferring funds between District 6 accounts and another requiring departments to pay cost overruns on Council-funded projects. One item, a $1,100 YMCA water safety program grant, was held in committee.

• Approved $188 for honorary street sign for former Alderman Reginald Meeks (voice vote)
• Approved $39,073.07 for sidewalk repairs at 1036 S 28th St and 2814 Greenwood Ave (voice vote)
• Approved $564 for three honorary street signs for former Council Member Mary Collier Woolridge (voice vote)
• Approved $23,826 for sidewalk repairs at five locations in District 3 (voice vote)
• Approved $48,613 for repair, milling, and paving at S 23rd St and Becker Ct (voice vote)
• Approved $5,742 for sidewalk repair at 404 S 41st St (voice vote)
• Approved $2,645 for sidewalk repair at 662 S 37th St (voice vote)
• Approved $3,003 for sidewalk repair at 302 N 43rd St (voice vote)

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee will consider several development plans, including a continued 128-unit multifamily project, a proposed grocery store, a hotel, and other commercial projects. The agenda includes both old and new business items, with some cases continued to later meetings.

• 22-CAT3-0021: St Anthony's Gardens Phase II, 128-unit multifamily at 2900 Fordhaven Road (continued from 10/19/22)
• 21-DDP-0121: Proposed grocery store with outlots at 10201 Brownsboro Road (continued to Nov. 16)
• 22-CAT3-0013: 2nd and Market Hotel at 127-141 W Market St and 123 S 2nd St
• 22-DDP-0105: Bubbas 33 at Southpointe Commons, 10435 Southpointe Blvd
• 22-DDP-0113: Happy Hounds Doggy Daycare at 201 Park Place Drive (City of Middletown)

The committee approved a six-story hotel on W Market Street and a 128-unit multi-family development on Fordhaven Road. A revised plan for a restaurant at Southpointe Commons was approved, and a doggy daycare plan was recommended for approval by the City of Middletown. Three other cases were continued to November 16.

• Approved Category 3 Plan for St. Anthony’s Gardens Phase II multi-family development (5-0)
• Approved Category 3 Plan for 2nd and Market Hotel (5-0)
• Approved Revised Detailed District Development plan for Bubbas 33 at Southpointe Commons (5-0)
• Recommended City of Middletown approve Revised Detailed District Development plan for Happy Hounds Doggy Daycare (5-0)
• Continued Proposed Grocery Store and Outlots case to Nov 16 (5-0)
• Continued Old Heady Road case to Nov 16 (5-0)
• Continued Glenmary Club case to Nov 16 (5-0)
• Approved Oct 5, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee will hold an in-person meeting to elect a chair and review two after-the-fact proposals to replace historic wood windows with vinyl. Both cases are in Council District 8 and involve residential properties on Glenmary Ave. and Everett Ave.

• Election of committee chair
• 22-COA-0165: 2341 Glenmary Ave., after-the-fact vinyl window replacement, owner Nancy O'Hearn
• 22-COA-0230: 1210 Everett Ave., after-the-fact vinyl window replacement, owner Ajith Nair / ARN Holdings LLC

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review and vote on six zoning-related ordinances, including changes for properties on Taylorsville Road, Brownsboro Road, and adjustments to planned development districts. The committee will also discuss a proposed ordinance requiring zoning applicants to resolve delinquent taxes or liens before approval.

• Zoning change for 6.8-acre property at 12404 and 12406 Taylorsville Road (Case 22ZONE0014)
• Zoning change for 6.61-acre property at 4922 Brownsboro Road (Case 22ZONE0061)
• New ordinance requiring zoning applicants to resolve delinquent taxes or liens (Case O-113-22)
• Adjustment to SoBro Planned Development District boundary lines (Case 22DDP0021)
• Closure of portion of Old Taylorsville Road near Floyds Fork (Case 22STRCLOSURE0013)

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended approval of a zoning ordinance for properties at 12404 and 12406 Taylorsville Road and 3830 Sweeney Lane, sending it to the full Council. A resolution on short-term rentals was amended but failed to be recommended for approval. Several other items were tabled, held, or sent to the consent calendar.

• Recommended approval of zoning change for 12404/12406 Taylorsville Rd and 3830 Sweeney Ln (6-0, Engel absent)
• Held zoning change for 4922 Brownsboro Rd in committee
• Held ordinance on delinquent taxes and zoning applications in committee
• Amended short-term rental resolution (3-2, Arthur absent) but failed to recommend approval (2-3, Arthur and Engel present)
• Untabled SoBro Planned Development District amendment and sent to consent calendar
• Tabled revised district development plan for 13712/13801 English Villa Dr
• Recommended approval of amended revised district development plan for 10501/10511 Preston Hwy (7-0)
• Recommended approval of street closure for portion of Old Taylorsville Rd (7-0)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and consider pending legislation regarding rental housing registration and property transfer. The committee will review an ordinance amending Chapter 119 of the Code of Ordinances concerning the administration and enforcement duties of the rental housing registry. Additionally, the committee will consider a resolution regarding surplus property.

• Ordinance O-182-22 amending Chapter 119 of the Code of Ordinances regarding the registration of rental housing units and enforcement duties
• Resolution R-093-22 determining property at 3907 Bardstown Road as surplus and authorizing its transfer

The committee amended the rental housing registry ordinance (O-182-22) with several changes, including a fee schedule based on zoning, annual random inspections of 10% of registrants, and removal of exemptions for newly built or renovated units. After the amendments, the ordinance was tabled, meaning no final recommendation was made. A resolution to declare 3907 Bardstown Road surplus was held in committee.

• Amended O-182-22 to add a sworn affidavit of compliance and online materials (voice vote)
• Amended O-182-22 to require annual random inspections of 10% of registrants (voice vote)
• Amended O-182-22 to remove 10-year and 5-year inspection exemptions for new/renovated units (voice vote)
• Amended O-182-22 to set registration fees by zoning classification, ranging $25-$250 (voice vote)
• Tabled amended O-182-22 (voice vote)
• Held R-093-22 (3907 Bardstown Road surplus) in committee

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will consider five ordinances and one resolution. Items include surplus property transfers at three addresses, new rules for hiring formerly incarcerated people, workplace harassment reporting requirements for contractors, a development plan for West Main Street, and creation of a lodging management district.

• Transfer surplus property at 3025 W Madison St, 3033 Vermont Ave, and 3048 W Muhammad Ali Blvd
• Amend code to require good-faith procurement from businesses hiring formerly incarcerated people
• Require contractors receiving incentives to report workplace sexual harassment and ban certain NDAs
• Establish 811-823 W Main St Development Area with Metro Development Authority oversight
• Create Greater Louisville Lodging Management District

The Labor and Economic Development Committee recommended approval of R-172-22, declaring four properties surplus and authorizing their transfer, and sent it to the Consent Calendar. The committee tabled O-298-22, which would require good faith efforts to increase procurement from businesses hiring persons convicted of a crime. Three other items (O-321-22, O-322-22, O-324-22) were held in committee without action.

• Recommended approval of R-172-22, surplus property transfer (voice vote, sent to Consent Calendar)
• Tabled O-298-22, second-chance hiring procurement ordinance (voice vote)
• Held O-321-22, sexual harassment reporting and non-disclosure agreement ordinance
• Held O-322-22, 811-823 West Main Street development area ordinance
• Held O-324-22, Greater Louisville Lodging Management District ordinance

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Government Oversight and Audit Committee is discussing an ordinance to amend regulations and create new sections related to the lobbying of metro officers. The committee is also reviewing board appointments for the Commission on Public Art and a tabled reappointment for the TARC board.

• Appointment of Tyler Blackwell to the Commission on Public Art (COPA) Board (term expires October 24, 2026)
• Reappointment of Andrew Cozzens to the Commission on Public Art (COPA) Board (term expires October 24, 2026)
• Ordinance O-058-22 amending sections of LMCO Chapter 21 relating to the lobbying of metro officers
• Reappointment of Carla Dearing to the TARC Board (tabled until 2023)

The committee approved an amended ordinance regarding the lobbying of Metro officers and recommended one board appointment. One reappointment remained held in committee, and another was tabled until 2023.

• Recommended approval of Tyler Blackwell to the Commission on Public Art (COPA) Board (voice vote)
• Approved amended Ordinance O-058-22 regarding lobbying of Metro officers and sent to Old Business (8-1)
• Held reappointment of Andrew Cozzens to the COPA Board in committee
• Tabled reappointment of Carla Dearing to the TARC Board until 2023

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is holding a special meeting to consider O-263-22, an ordinance that would amend Louisville Metro Code sections on camping on Metro property, camping in Metro parks, and obstruction of sidewalks and public ways. The item was previously tabled and held, and the committee may discuss or vote on it. The agenda includes only this pending legislation and procedural items.

• O-263-22: Amends LMCO sections 131.01, 131.02, 131.03 (camping on Metro property), 42.31, 42.32, 42.99 (camping in Metro parks), and 97.072 (obstruction of sidewalks and public ways)
• Sponsored by Councilmembers Nicole George, Pat Mulvihill, and David James
• Previously tabled on 9/15/22 and 10/6/22, untabled on 10/6/22, and held on 10/20/22

The Parks and Sustainability Committee voted to table Ordinance O-263-22, which would amend sections of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances relating to camping on Metro property, camping in Metro parks, and obstruction of sidewalks and public ways. The motion to table was made by Committee Member Mulvihill, seconded by Committee Member Blackwell, and carried by voice vote without objection. The ordinance had been previously tabled and was untabled for discussion before being tabled again.

• Motion to untable O-263-22 (camping and obstruction ordinance) carried
• Motion to table O-263-22 (camping and obstruction ordinance) carried by voice vote

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Code Enforcement Board is meeting to address 30 property code enforcement cases, each listed with an address and case number. The agenda includes call to order, approval of minutes, old business, and new business, with all cases under new business. This is a routine enforcement hearing, not a policy-making session.

• 416 Magnolia Ave (case 13PM10737-ZM-28)
• 537 Ridgewood Rd (case 15PM25123-PM-42, -45)
• 3701 Montclair Ave (case 16PM17511-PM-13)
• 337 Glendora Ave (case 17PM6851-PM-15)
• 2663 Rowan St (case 18PM18263-PM-14, -15)

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

The Land Development & Transportation Committee is meeting to consider several zoning changes, a street closure, and subdivision plans. Items include the One Park North development, Commerce Crossings II, Santa Fe Crossing, a RaceTrac gas station, and residential projects. The committee will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Zoning change to PDD with waiver for One Park North at 2297-2345 Lexington Ave
• Closure of unimproved portion of Beargrass Avenue for One Park North
• Zoning change and subdivision for Commerce Crossings II near Preston Highway
• Revised subdivision for Santa Fe Crossing by Habitat for Humanity
• Detailed development plan for RaceTrac at 7201 Greenwood Road

The Land Development and Transportation Committee approved the revised preliminary subdivision plan for Santa Fe Crossing (40 lots) with conditions, and approved waivers and a detailed district development plan for the RaceTrac gas station at 7201 Greenwood Road. Several other cases were scheduled for public hearings without final decisions.

• Approved Santa Fe Crossing revised preliminary subdivision plan (4-0) with conditions
• Approved RaceTrac waivers 22-WAIVER-0075 and 22-WAIVER-0076 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to RaceTrac General Plan Binding Element #2 (4-0)
• Approved RaceTrac Detailed District Development Plan with binding elements (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 13, 2022 meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled One Park North zoning and street closure cases for Dec. 1 public hearing
• Scheduled Commerce Crossings II for Dec. 1 public hearing
• Scheduled Echappe and Pirouette for Nov. 17 public hearing

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole will convene virtually to receive a statutory update on Tim’s Law from Judge Stephanie Burke. The meeting will also review the Metro Council agenda and public addresses submitted for the same day.

The Committee of the Whole met for a special discussion and agenda review. Judge Stephanie Burke presented an update on implementing Tim's Law in Kentucky. Council members discussed several agenda items, including one ordinance that would be held. No formal votes or decisions were made during this meeting.

• Heard presentation on Tim's Law implementation by Judge Stephanie Burke
• Reviewed Metro Council agenda for October 27, 2022
• Noted O-278-22 (item 68) would be held
• Adjourned at 5:57 p.m.

Metro Council Regular

The Louisville Metro Council will consider ordinances appropriating neighborhood development funds for public safety cameras, community programs, and park maintenance, plus appointments to city boards and contracts for LMPD horse boarding and specialized physician services.

• Appropriate $11,400 from District 23 funds to LMPD for four Flock safety cameras
• $10,000 from District 8 to Highlands Community Ministries for food pantry and senior lunch staff
• $8,960 from District 21 to Action Landscape for Beechmont Clock landscape maintenance
• $55,000 for FridayFest concert series at Highview Park (Districts 23, 24, 13)
• Contract $70,000 with Samantha Temple dba Temple Equestrian for LMPD mounted patrol horse boarding

The Louisville Metro Council approved a 26-item consent calendar, including ordinances appropriating neighborhood development funds for Flock safety cameras, community programs, and park improvements. The council also passed ordinances amending the occupational license tax, addressing vehicle speed contests, and approving zoning changes for properties on Southside Drive and Frankfort Avenue. Several resolutions were adopted, including one supporting better public housing management and another approving $3.5 million in bond funds for a community grocery.

• Approved 26-item consent calendar (26-0)
• Approved $3.5M bond funds for community grocery (Consent)
• Adopted resolution supporting better public housing management (Consent)
• Passed ordinance amending occupational license taxes (Consent)
• Passed ordinance on vehicle speed contests and reckless driving (Consent)
• Approved zoning at 6101-6107 Southside Dr and 101-111 Steedly Dr (25-0, 1 absent)
• Approved zoning at 1745 and 1747 Frankfort Ave (26-0)
• Held ordinance on recurring crime properties (O-278-22)

Committee on Committees Regular

The Jefferson County Committee on Committees met to review and assign legislation to other Metro Council committees. Items include budget transfers, funding allocations, street name designations, surplus property transfers, and zoning changes. The meeting also included resolutions honoring civil rights figures and addressing redlining.

• Transfer $3,799.80 from District 6 Capital Infrastructure Fund to Neighborhood Development Fund
• Approve $1,072,341 for LMPD ballistic rifle plates via KOHS grant application
• Designate corner of Virginia Avenue and 28th Street as 'Reginald Meeks Way'
• Establish 811-823 West Main Street Development Area with Metro Development Authority
• Approve naming new park 'Windsor Park' and another 'Alberta Jones Park'

The Committee on Committees assigned 23 pieces of legislation to various standing committees, including budget, community affairs, and planning and zoning. It also recommended approval of a resolution to change the Metro Council's organizational meeting date from January 2, 2023, to January 3, 2023, which was sent to Old Business. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Assigned O-316-22 (budget transfer) to Appropriations Committee
• Assigned O-312-22, O-326-22, R-165-22, R-167-22 to Budget Committee
• Assigned O-325-22, R-161-22, R-166-22, R-170-22 to Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee
• Assigned ID 22-1525 (COPA board appointment) to Government Oversight and Audit Committee
• Assigned O-321-22, O-322-22, O-324-22, R-172-22 to Labor and Economic Development Committee
• Assigned R-164-22, R-171-22 to Parks and Sustainability Committee
• Assigned O-313-22 through O-319-22 to Planning and Zoning Committee
• Assigned R-162-22 to Public Safety Committee

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss proposed changes to Louisville Metro’s park-use ordinances and a resolution setting a 2040 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target. Two ordinances (O-183-22 and O-263-22) on park fees and camping rules have been repeatedly tabled and untangled since June 2022. A special discussion on the Parks for All study is also scheduled.

• O-183-22: Proposed ordinance to amend LMCO Chapter 42 on park fees (tabled multiple times since June 2022)
• O-263-22: Proposed ordinance to amend LMCO on camping on metro property and obstruction of sidewalks (tabled and untangled since September 2022)
• R-157-22: Resolution to set a 2040 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target for Louisville/Jefferson County
• Special discussion: Parks for All study presented by Brooke Pardue and Jayne Miller of the Parks Alliance of Louisville

The committee recommended approval of an amended ordinance (O-183-22) updating Louisville Metro Code Chapter 42 on use of Metro-owned parks, with a 4-0 vote. A resolution supporting net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 (R-157-22) was tabled. A camping ordinance (O-263-22) remained tabled. A presentation on the Parks for All study was given.

• Amended O-183-22 by substitution (voice vote)
• Recommended O-183-22 for approval (4-0)
• Tabled R-157-22 net-zero resolution (voice vote)
• O-263-22 camping ordinance remained tabled

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission is meeting to consider several zoning and development requests, including a rezoning for townhomes, a major subdivision, an apartment development plan, and two additional rezoning requests. One case is a rescheduled public hearing, and another is continued from a previous meeting. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Bull Run Townhomes: rezoning from R-4 to R-5A at 1920 & 1922 Herr Lane, public hearing rescheduled to Nov 17
• Broad Run Road Subdivision: preliminary major subdivision at 8000 Broad Run Road, continued from Sept 15
• Oxmoor Christian Way Apartments: detailed district development plan east of Christian Way and north of Oxmoor Woods Pkwy
• 1140 Cherokee Road: rezoning from R-5B to R-8A with development plan
• Paddocks of Parkridge: rezoning from R-4 to R-5 with subdivision at Manslick Road and 3rd Street Road

The Planning Commission approved several zoning changes, subdivision plans, and waivers, including the Broad Run Road Subdivision, Oxmoor Christian Way Apartments, 1140 Cherokee Road, and Paddocks of Parkridge. The Bull Run Townhomes case was rescheduled to November 17, 2022. All votes were unanimous except for the Broad Run Road items, which passed 6-1 with Commissioner Carlson dissenting.

• Approved waivers for Broad Run Road Subdivision (6-1, Carlson no)
• Approved Floyds Fork DRO Review for Broad Run Road Subdivision (6-1, Carlson no)
• Approved Major Preliminary Subdivision for Broad Run Road Subdivision (6-1, Carlson no)
• Approved waivers and alternative connectivity for Oxmoor Christian Way Apartments (7-0)
• Approved Revised General District Development Plan for Oxmoor Christian Way Apartments (7-0)
• Approved Detailed District Development Plan for Oxmoor Christian Way Apartments (7-0)
• Recommended zoning change to R-8A for 1140 Cherokee Road (7-0)
• Recommended zoning change to R-5 for Paddocks of Parkridge (7-0)

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the Group Violence Intervention (GVI) program. The discussion will include presentations from community leaders, city officials, law enforcement, and justice partners. No formal action is scheduled; the agenda lists only this discussion item.

• Special discussion on Group Violence Intervention (GVI) with multiple speakers
• Presentations by Dondre Jefferson (Community Building), Keith Talley (Mayor's Office), David Kennedy (John Jay College), and others
• Involvement of Louisville Metro Police Department, Probation and Parole, Commonwealth Attorney's Office, and Jefferson Circuit Court

The Public Safety Committee held a special meeting to discuss the Group Violence Intervention (GVI) program. The meeting included a presentation by Dondre Jefferson and remarks from various officials, but no formal votes or decisions were taken. The meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting.

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will hold a special discussion on the Parks for All study and consider several pending items, including an ordinance amending park use fees, an ordinance on camping and obstruction of public ways, and a resolution supporting a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2040. The camping ordinance has been tabled multiple times, and the committee may or may not act on listed items.

• Ordinance amending LMCO Chapter 42 on use of Metro-owned parks (ID 22-1340)
• Ordinance O-183-22 amending LMCO sections on park fees (tabled multiple times)
• Ordinance O-263-22 amending LMCO sections on camping and obstruction of sidewalks/public ways (tabled multiple times)
• Resolution R-157-22 supporting net-zero greenhouse gas emissions community-wide by 2040
• Special discussion on Parks for All study with Parks Alliance of Louisville

The committee recommended approval of an amended ordinance (O-183-22) updating Louisville Metro Code Chapter 42 on use of Metro-owned parks, with a 4-0 vote (two members absent, one excused). The amendment by substitution was adopted by voice vote. A separate ordinance on camping and obstruction of public ways (O-263-22) remained tabled, and a resolution supporting net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 (R-157-22) was tabled by voice vote.

• Amended O-183-22 by substitution (voice vote)
• Recommended O-183-22 for approval (4-0; Blackwell excused, Purvis and Peden absent)
• Kept O-263-22 (camping/obstruction) tabled
• Tabled R-157-22 (net-zero emissions by 2040) (voice vote)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Committee on Equity and Inclusion is meeting to discuss pending legislation regarding the voting rights of incarcerated individuals at the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections and in Kentucky. The single legislative item on the agenda was previously tabled and untabled at the October 6, 2022 meeting, and tabled again.

• Resolution R-128-22 relating to the voting of incarcerated individuals at Louisville Metro Department of Corrections and in Kentucky, sponsored by Jecorey Arthur, David James, and Cassie Chambers Armstrong.

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion untabled and amended a resolution regarding the voting of incarcerated individuals at the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections and in Kentucky. The amended resolution was recommended for approval and sent to Old Business.

• Untabled Resolution R-128-22
• Approved amendment by substitution for R-128-22
• Recommended R-128-22 for approval

Budget Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Government Budget Committee met to discuss pending legislation, including capital budget amendments for park improvements and paving projects, occupational license tax code updates, and a $3.5 million bond fund plan for a community grocery. The committee also considered a sixth round of American Rescue Plan local fiscal recovery funding.

• O-288-22: Transferring $18,685.17 for D13 Nelson Hornbeck Park Improvements
• O-289-22: Reallocating $14,596.89 of D15 funding to a new D15 Paving Project
• O-290-22: Amending Chapter 110 of the Metro Code of Ordinances regarding occupational license taxes
• R-155-22: Approving a plan for use of $3.5 million in bond funds for a community grocery
• O-307-22: Approving a sixth round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) Local Fiscal Recovery Funding

The Budget Committee recommended approval of four items, sending them to the Consent Calendar: a capital budget transfer for Nelson Hornbeck Park improvements, a reallocation for a D15 paving project, amendments to occupational license tax ordinances, and a resolution for $3.5 million in bond funds for a community grocery. The committee tabled the sixth round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) local fiscal recovery funding. All votes were unanimous (11-0) except the voice votes on the grocery resolution and the motion to table.

• Approved O-288-22 transferring $18,685.17 for D13 Nelson Hornbeck Park improvements (11-0)
• Approved O-289-22 reallocating $14,596.89 for a new D15 paving project (11-0)
• Approved O-290-22 amending occupational license tax ordinances (11-0)
• Approved R-155-22 for $3.5 million in bond funds for a community grocery (voice vote)
• Tabled O-307-22, sixth round of ARP local fiscal recovery funding (voice vote)

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss two pending ordinances: one creating a new chapter on properties where recurring crime negatively impacts neighborhoods, and another amending rules on vehicle speed contests and reckless driving. Both were previously tabled or assigned and are up for consideration, though the chair may decide not to hear all items.

• O-278-22: Ordinance creating Chapter 149 and amending Chapter 156 on recurring crime impacting neighborhoods
• O-306-22: Ordinance amending Chapter 71 on vehicle speed contests and reckless driving exhibitions

The Public Safety Committee recommended two ordinances for approval. One creates a new code chapter regarding property owners where recurring crime impacts neighborhoods, and the other amends rules regarding vehicle speed contests and reckless driving exhibitions.

• Recommended O-278-22 (property owners and recurring crime) for approval (6-0)
• Recommended O-306-22 (vehicle speed contests and reckless driving) for approval (vote tally not recorded)

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Appropriations Committee will review 33 items, mostly appropriations from district capital infrastructure and neighborhood development funds for projects like sidewalk repairs, speed humps, street lights, and community program funding. Several ordinances are pending, including a $10,300 allocation to Junior Achievement and a $55,000 allocation for the FridayFest concert series. The committee will also consider an ordinance requiring departments to pay overages on council-funded projects.

• $93,907 from District 15 CIF to Metro Parks for paving Wyandotte Park parking lot
• $83,403.11 from District 15 CIF for paving portions of Glenrock Road, Hedges Road, Huckleberry Court, and Laramie Court
• $10,300 NDF from multiple districts to Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana for curriculum materials
• $55,000 NDF from Districts 23, 24, and 13 to Metro Parks for FridayFest at Highview Park concert series
• $11,400 from District 23 NDF to LMPD for four Flock safety cameras

The Appropriations Committee recommended approval of several ordinances and capital infrastructure funds, including a $21,300 appropriation for Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana. All items were approved, with some amended, and will proceed to the full Metro Council.

• Approved $21,300 for Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana (7-0)
• Approved $51,233.26 for Bernheim Lane sidewalk project (voice vote)
• Approved $6,520 for speed humps on West Kentucky Street (voice vote)
• Approved $508.17 for sidewalk repair at 930 East Madison Street (voice vote)
• Approved $1,091 for street lights on Branden Klayko Alley (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $188 for honorary street sign for Ann Wagner (voice vote)
• Approved $188 for honorary street sign for Donnie Burton (voice vote)
• Approved $376 for two honorary street signs for Greg Allen (voice vote)

Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee will consider a proposal to build four townhouses on two vacant lots at 1241 and 1243 Ormsby Court. The project, named Ormsby Court New Construction, is submitted by Edgeland, LLC and represented by Matthew W. Kuhl.

• 22-COA-0211: Proposed construction of four townhouses on 1241 + 1243 Ormsby Ct.
• Project Name: Ormsby Court New Construction
• Owner: Edgeland, LLC
• Applicant/Representative: Matthew W. Kuhl
• Council District: 6 (David James)

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee voted unanimously to defer Case 22-COA-0211, a request for new townhome construction at 1241 and 1243 Ormsby. The motion to defer was made by Committee Member Klunk and seconded by Committee Member Buzan. All six members present voted in favor of the deferral.

• Deferred Case 22-COA-0211 for new townhome construction at 1241+1243 Ormsby (6-0)

Development Review Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Development Review Committee meets to decide on eight development cases, including waivers, revised plans, and plats. Items range from a waiver for a single-family home to multi-family developments and commercial projects. The committee also reviews Floyds Fork overlay compliance for several properties.

• Waiver request for 416 Washburn Avenue single-family home
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Simple Body Shop at 3703 Hopewell Road
• Record Plat Amendment for Geri Keller property at 12401 Oakland Hills Trail
• Floyds Fork Development Review Overlay review for Valhalla Maintenance Facilities at 706 Johnson Rd
• 128-unit multi-family development plan (St Anthony’s Gardens Phase II) at 2900 Fordhaven Road

The Louisville Metro Development Review Committee approved a revised detailed district development plan for Simple Body Shop at 3703 Hopewell Road, including three waivers and binding elements limiting noise and paint fumes. The committee also approved several other development plans, waivers, and a subdivision plat amendment, and continued one case due to notification issues.

• Approved Simple Body Shop revised plan with 11 binding elements (4-0)
• Approved waiver for Gene Snyder buffer encroachment (4-0)
• Approved waivers for landscape buffer overlap and no roadway connection (4-0)
• Approved 416 Washburn Ave waiver for direct access to collector road (4-0)
• Approved Oakland Hills subdivision plat amendment (4-0)
• Approved Valhalla Maintenance Facility Floyds Fork overlay (4-0)
• Approved Old Taylorsville Road covered porch plan and overlay (4-0)
• Approved 24/7 Storage Mini-Warehouse revised plan (4-0)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Council’s Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee meets to discuss three ordinances and three honorary street-naming resolutions. Two ordinances address housing policy—one would require lead abatement in all rental units and another would reduce fines for owner-occupied properties. The committee also takes up a resolution calling for better public housing management and maintenance.

• Ordinance O-134-22 requiring lead abatement in all rental housing units
• Ordinance O-136-22 reducing fines and costs for owner-occupied properties
• Resolution R-121-22 supporting better public housing management and maintenance
• Resolution R-151-22 dedicating 2801 W Chestnut & 28th St as “Donnie Burton’s 100 Piper’s Way”
• Resolution R-152-22 dedicating W Market St & S Shawnee Terrace as “Ann Wagner Way”

The committee recommended approval of a resolution supporting better public housing management and maintenance, sending it to the Consent Calendar. It also recommended three honorary street naming resolutions. Two ordinances remained held in committee with no action taken.

• Recommended R-121-22 supporting better public housing management and maintenance (voice vote)
• Recommended R-151-22 dedicating corner as 'Donnie Burton's 100 Piper's Way' (voice vote)
• Recommended R-152-22 dedicating corner as 'Ann Wagner Way' (voice vote)
• Recommended R-153-22 dedicating corner as 'Greg Allen Way' (voice vote)
• Held O-134-22 (lead abatement of rental housing) in committee
• Held O-136-22 (reduction of fines for owner-occupied properties) in committee

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will decide on nine noncompetitive contracts totaling $981,610.33 for services including homeless outreach, tax system support, police horse boarding, and public health roles. It will also consider a local-incentives grant for AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation and an ordinance to encourage hiring of formerly incarcerated people.

• $123,260.17 contract for RCS Homeless Services Division Director (University of Louisville)
• $390,000 contract for Revenue Commission tax-system hosting (Fast Enterprises LLC)
• $70,000 contract for LMPD mounted patrol horse boarding (Samantha Temple dba Temple Equestrian)
• $183,960 contract for LMPHW chemical-dependency physician services (Dr. Mark Jorrisch, M.D.)
• Ordinance O-298-22 to amend code and support businesses that hire formerly incarcerated people

The Labor and Economic Development Committee recommended approval of nine resolutions, including contracts for homeless services, tax system maintenance, police horse boarding, public health positions, youth services, and local incentives for AmerisourceBergen. One resolution (R-146-22) was amended before being sent to Old Business. An ordinance supporting businesses that hire persons convicted of a crime (O-298-22) was held in committee.

• Recommended approval of R-116-22: $123,260.17 contract for RCS Homeless Services Division Director (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-136-22: $390,000 contract for Revenue Commission tax system hosting (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-137-22: $70,000 contract for LMPD Mounted Patrol horse boarding (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-140-22: $45,000 contract for COVID Response Coordinator (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-142-22: $183,960 contract for chemical dependency physician services (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-144-22: local incentives for AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-145-22: $111,044 contract for YMCA Field Release Program (voice vote)
• Amended and recommended approval of R-146-22: $100,000 for Social Justice Youth Development Certificate Program (voice vote)

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider several zoning-related items, including ordinances for properties on Southside Drive and Frankfort Avenue, a proposed ordinance about delinquent taxes and zoning applications, a resolution on short-term rentals, and an amendment to the SoBro Planned Development District. The agenda includes both pending legislation and items that have been previously tabled or held.

• Zoning for 6101-6107 Southside Drive and 101-111 Steedly Drive (Case 21ZONE0161)
• Zoning for 1745 and 1747 Frankfort Avenue (Case 22ZONE0084)
• Ordinance to add LMCO Chapter 153 section on delinquent taxes and zoning applications (O-113-22)
• Resolution requesting review of Land Development Code and LMCO Section 115 on short-term rentals (R-126-22)
• Amendment to SoBro Planned Development District boundary lines (Case 22DDP0021)

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended approval of two zoning ordinances: O-276-22 for properties at 6101-6107 Southside Drive and 101-111 Steedly Drive (amended, 6-0), and O-302-22 for 1745 and 1747 Frankfort Avenue (6-0). A resolution requesting review of short-term rental regulations (R-126-22) was amended and then tabled. Another ordinance (O-113-22) regarding delinquent taxes and zoning applications remained held in committee.

• Recommended approval of O-276-22 (zoning at 6101-6107 Southside Dr and 101-111 Steedly Dr) as amended (6-0)
• Recommended approval of O-302-22 (zoning at 1745 and 1747 Frankfort Ave) (6-0)
• Tabled R-126-22 (short-term rental review resolution) after amendment
• Held O-113-22 (delinquent taxes and zoning applications) in committee

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning change, variances, waiver, and district development plan for the Prospect Cove project. The meeting takes place at the KCD Theater on Springdale Road.

• Public Hearing for case 22-ZONE-0002 (Prospect Cove): Change in Zoning from R-4, R-5A, and OR-1 to C-1 and R-7 with Variances, Waiver and District Development Plan at 6500 Forest Cove Lane, 7301 River Road and Tax Block 206 Lot #48.

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a zoning change from R-4, R-5A, and OR-1 to C-1 and R-7 for the Prospect Cove development at 6500 Forest Cove Lane, 7301 River Road, and Tax Block 206 Lot #48. The proposal includes 178 multi-family units on 9.76 acres, with two variances, a waiver, and a detailed district development plan with binding elements. The recommendation now goes to the Louisville Metro Council for final decision.

• Recommended approval of zoning change from R-4, R-5A, OR-1 to C-1 and R-7 (7-0)
• Approved two variances from LDC Chapters 5.1.12.B and 5.3.1.C (7-0)
• Approved waiver from LDC Section 10.2.10 for VUA/LBA along Forest Cove Lane and Del Haven Avenue (7-0)
• Approved Detailed District Development Plan with binding elements (7-0)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee will consider an ordinance amending Chapter 119 to assign rental housing registry administration and enforcement duties to the Director of Codes and Regulations. The agenda also includes resolutions on surplus property, traffic study funding, and a condemnation action, plus appointments to the Complete Streets Policy Coalition.

• O-182-22: Amends rental housing registration ordinance to assign enforcement duties to Codes and Regulations Director
• R-093-22: Declares 3907 Bardstown Road surplus and authorizes transfer
• R-148-22: Accepts $125,000 from Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency for Intelligent Traffic System study
• R-149-22: Authorizes condemnation of Parcel No. 8 for Cooper Chapel Road Extension project
• 19 appointments to the Louisville Metro Complete Streets Policy Coalition

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of a resolution accepting $125,000 from KIPDA for an Intelligent Traffic System Planning Study, and a resolution authorizing condemnation of Parcel No. 8 for the Cooper Chapel Road Extension. It also recommended 17 appointments to the Louisville Metro Complete Streets Policy Coalition. The rental housing registry ordinance (O-182-22) remained tabled, and the surplus property resolution for 3907 Bardstown Road (R-093-22) remained held.

• Recommended approval of R-148-22 accepting $125,000 for Intelligent Traffic System Planning Study (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-149-22 authorizing condemnation of Parcel No. 8 for Cooper Chapel Road Extension (voice vote, amended)
• Recommended approval of 17 appointments to Complete Streets Policy Coalition (voice votes)
• Tabled O-182-22 rental housing registry ordinance
• Held R-093-22 surplus property resolution for 3907 Bardstown Road

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee will receive an update from David Beyer of Pence Legal on the Metro Council investigation into the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections. The committee will also consider several appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions, and may take up a pending ordinance on lobbying Metro officers.

• Update on Metro Council investigation into Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
• Appointment of William Schreck to Ethics Commission (term expires June 20, 2024)
• Appointment of Tammye Henderson to Human Relations Commission Enforcement Board (term expires September 30, 2025)
• Appointment of David Waskey to Riverport Authority Board (term expires July 31, 2024)
• Ordinance O-058-22 amending LMCO Chapter 21 relating to lobbying of Metro officers (previously tabled)

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee recommended approval of seven appointments to various boards and commissions, sending them to the Consent Calendar. Two items were held in committee, and one reappointment was tabled until 2023. The committee also received an update on the Metro Council investigation into the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections.

• Recommended William Schreck to Ethics Commission (voice vote)
• Recommended Tammye Henderson to Human Relations Commission Enforcement Board (voice vote)
• Recommended David Waskey to Riverport Authority Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Delorian Malone to Revenue Commission (voice vote)
• Recommended Elmer Lucille Allen to Commission on Public Art (voice vote)
• Recommended Dr. Christopher Reitz to Commission on Public Art (voice vote)
• Held Andrew Cozzens reappointment to Commission on Public Art in committee
• Tabled Carla Dearing reappointment to TARC Board until 2023

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on 13 items, including variances, conditional use permits for short-term rentals, and an appeal. One variance request has been continued to a date uncertain. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings.

• Variance for second story addition at 1446 S. Hancock St. (continued)
• Variances and waivers at 1904 Frankfort Ave
• Variance for fence height at 3646 Powell Ave
• Conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 3216 Wellingmoor Ave, 7208 Gorham Way, 7308 Bluffington Rd, 4336 Cavelle Ave
• Appeal of administrative decision at 3026 Preston Highway

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a variance and three waivers for a redevelopment at 1904 Frankfort Ave, allowing a building to be set back 92.3 feet instead of the required 5 feet, parking in front, no door on Haldeman Ave, and no pedestrian connection from Haldeman. The board also approved variances for a garage at 2328 Woodland Ave, a fence at 3646 Powell Ave, a setback elimination at 8016 Shepherdsville Rd, height and setback variances at 100 Distillery Commons, a garage encroachment at 2944 Grinstead Dr, a fence height variance at 2313 Hardesty Ave, and conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 3216 Wellingmoor Ave and 7208 Gorham Way. A variance for 1446 S. Hancock St was continued to a date uncertain.

• Approved variance and 3 waivers for 1904 Frankfort Ave redevelopment (5-0)
• Approved variances for garage at 2328 Woodland Ave (5-0)
• Approved fence height variance at 3646 Powell Ave with condition (5-0)
• Approved setback elimination at 8016 Shepherdsville Rd (5-0)
• Approved height and setback variances at 100 Distillery Commons (5-0)
• Approved garage encroachment variance at 2944 Grinstead Dr (5-0)
• Approved fence height variance at 2313 Hardesty Ave with condition (5-0)
• Approved short-term rental conditional use permits at 3216 Wellingmoor Ave and 7208 Gorham Way (5-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board is meeting to discuss old business, new business, and property enforcement cases. The agenda lists numerous property addresses and one demolition case slated for review.

• Property case at 3809 Bank St
• Property case at 3843 Muhammad Ali Blvd
• Demolition case at 210 28th St
• Property case at 4210 3rd St
• Property case at 310 32nd St

Metro Council Regular

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on a consent calendar of items recommended by committees, including a $25 million revenue refunding bond for Masonic Homes of Kentucky, several budget transfers, and multiple professional service contracts. They will also consider new ordinances appropriating neighborhood development funds for various community projects and a resolution urging environmental justice near highways.

• O-282-22: Authorizes up to $25,000,000 in revenue refunding bonds for Masonic Homes of Kentucky.
• O-275-22: Transfers $10,000 from District 25 Neighborhood Development Fund to Council operations.
• O-283-22: Transfers $50,000 for Lime Kiln Lane sidewalk project in District 16.
• R-130-22: Approves $125,000 contract with Norton Children's Medical Group for LMPD forensic medical services.
• R-134-22: Approves $623,514 contract with University of Louisville for 911 call prioritization pilot evaluation.

The Metro Council approved several budget transfers, professional service contracts for police and health services, and a planned development for 2824 Montgomery Street. It also authorized $25 million in revenue refunding bonds for the Masonic Homes of Kentucky project.

• Authorized revenue refunding bonds up to $25M for Masonic Homes of Kentucky (Ordinance 141-2022)
• Approved planned development for 2824 Montgomery Street (Ordinance 144-2022)
• Approved $125,000 contract with Norton Children’s Medical Group for LMPD forensic medical services (Resolution 111-2022)
• Approved $623,514 contract with University of Louisville for Metro Safe 911 call prioritization evaluation (Resolution 114-2022)
• Approved $157,252 contract amendment for Louisville Zoo animatronic insect display (Resolution 112-2022)
• Authorized OMB to address budget variances for ARP projects (Ordinance 143-2022)
• Approved $1,000 Neighborhood Development Fund for Downtown Development Corporation musicians (Voice Vote)
• Approved $50,000 budget transfer for D16 Lime Kiln Lane sidewalk (Ordinance 142-2022)

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole held a regular meeting with only procedural items listed. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings were scheduled for discussion or action.

The Committee of the Whole met and reviewed the Metro Council agenda, with members commenting on legislation from various committees. The committee then entered a closed session to discuss pending litigation, reconvening without taking any final action. The meeting adjourned after procedural updates from the Council President.

• Entered closed session to discuss pending litigation (voice vote)
• Reconvened in open session after closed session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting without objection

Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission Regular

The Historic Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of the Clifton Architectural Review Committee's decision regarding a proposed multi-family new construction at 1728 Payne Street. The appellant, Eldridge Company, is appealing the decision on behalf of the property owner, Duffy Properties Franck, LLC. The commission will decide whether to uphold or overturn the ARC's ruling.

• Appeal of Clifton ARC decision for multi-family new construction at 1728 Payne Street
• Case 22-COA-0149, owner Duffy Properties Franck, LLC, appellant Eldridge Company
• Public hearing with opportunity for public comment

The Commission voted 8-1 to approve an appeal (22-COA-0149) overturning the Clifton Architectural Review Committee's denial of a multi-family new construction project at 1728 Payne Street. The Commission found the ARC's denial was clearly erroneous because the ARC did not fully justify its decision regarding compliance with design guidelines. Approval is subject to seven conditions, including archaeological monitoring, material review, and storm-water management.

• Approved appeal 22-COA-0149 to overturn Clifton ARC denial (8-1)
• Imposed 7 conditions including archaeological discovery notification and material approval
• Required storm-water management to not impact nearby historic resources
• Required waste receptacle storage hidden from view

Planning Committee Regular

The Planning Committee is holding a virtual meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the Louisville Metro Land Development Code related to outdoor dining. The single new business item is a citywide proposal that would affect all council districts.

• Amendments to the Louisville Metro Land Development Code related to outdoor dining (case 22-LDC-0006)
• Citywide application affecting all council districts
• Applicant: Louisville Metro

VAPStat Joint Meeting Regular

The Jefferson County VAPStat joint meeting will receive updates on VAP success metrics, review minutes from prior meetings, and take up new business including a resolution on the Cedar Street Development and certification of priority project areas for a tax delinquency diversion program.

• Resolution 2, Series 2022 — Cedar Street Development
• Resolution 18, Series 2022 — Certification of Priority Project Areas for Tax Delinquency Diversion Program

The Landbank Authority (LBA) approved Resolution 18, Series 2022, certifying 13 neighborhoods as project priority areas for the Tax Delinquency Diversion Program, which holds delinquent tax bills from third-party purchasers. The Urban Renewal and Community Development Agency (URC) approved Resolution 2, Series 2022, authorizing a third amendment to allow Community Ventures Corporation to complete construction and sale of two parcels while returning 17 undeveloped parcels to the URC.

• Approved LBA Resolution 18, Series 2022, certifying 13 neighborhoods as TDDP priority areas (unanimous)
• Approved URC Resolution 2, Series 2022, authorizing third amendment with Community Ventures Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of LBA September 28, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of URC March 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board is meeting to consider property maintenance cases at multiple addresses across Louisville. The agenda consists of old and new business related to code violations. Residents can view specific property addresses listed for review.

• Property maintenance case at 3520 Vermont Avenue
• Property maintenance case at 2309 Portland Avenue
• Property maintenance case at 1748 W. Oak Street
• Property maintenance case at 2706 Taylor Blvd
• Property maintenance case at 2663 Rowan Street

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to consider two pending ordinances. One would amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding use of Metro-owned parks, including fees. The other would amend sections related to camping on Metro property and in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks and public ways. Both items have been tabled or held in previous meetings and are up for discussion again.

• O-183-22: Ordinance amending LMCO Chapter 42 regarding use of Metro-owned parks, including park fees
• O-263-22: Ordinance amending LMCO sections 131.01, 131.02, 131.03, 42.31, 42.32, 42.99, and 97.072 relating to camping on Metro property and in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks
• O-183-22 has been tabled multiple times since June 2022 and held in September 2022
• O-263-22 was tabled on September 15, 2022

The committee reviewed two ordinances regarding Metro property. One ordinance concerning park use remained held in committee, and a second ordinance regarding camping and sidewalk obstructions was untabled and then tabled again following a presentation and discussion.

• O-183-22 regarding use of Metro owned parks remained held in committee
• O-263-22 regarding camping on Metro property and obstruction of public ways tabled (voice vote)

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several zoning changes, development plans, street closures, and requests to waive deed restrictions for demolitions. Items include a self-storage facility, a car wash, apartment developments, and an animal hospital, along with two street closure requests. One case, Sunshine Concrete, will be continued to the November 3 meeting.

• Rezoning from R-4 to C-M for Hagan Westport Road Self Storage at 4301 Westport Road
• Rezoning from R-4 to R-5A for Burnett Ridge Lofts at 600/604 Burnett Ridge Place
• Rezoning from R-5 and R-7 to R-7 for Chenoweth Lane Apartments at 236 and 238 Chenoweth Ln
• Rezoning from R-4 to C-1 for Hopewell Animal Hospital at 12404/12406 Taylorsville Road & 3830 Sweeney Lane
• Waiver requests for demolition of 1650 & 1652 W. Kentucky Street and 1331 S. Preston Street

The Commission recommended several zoning changes and development plans to Metro Council and the cities of Douglas Hills and St. Matthews. It also approved waivers for deed restrictions on two demolition projects and set a public hearing date for a self-storage facility.

• Recommended Metro Council approve Old Taylorsville Road and Enterprise Drive closures
• Set Nov. 9, 2022, public hearing for Hagan Westport Road Self Storage (8-0)
• Approved deed restriction waivers for demolitions at 1650 & 1652 W. Kentucky St and 1331 S. Preston St
• Recommended Metro Council approve Mike’s Car Wash development plan and waivers (8-0)
• Recommended Douglas Hills approve R-4 to R-5A zoning and development plan for Burnett Ridge Lofts (8-0)
• Approved R-7 zoning, development plan, and building distance waiver for Chenoweth Lane Apartments (8-0)
• Recommended Metro Council approve R-4 to C-1 zoning and development plan for Hopewell Animal Hospital (8-0)
• Recommended Metro Council approve R-4/C-N to OR-1 zoning and medical clinic CUP for 4922 Brownsboro Road (8-0)

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will consider two ordinances: one to amend park-use fees in Metro-owned parks and another to regulate camping on Metro property and sidewalks. Both items have been tabled and untabled multiple times since June 2022.

• O-183-22: Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code regarding park fees
• O-263-22: Proposed ordinance to amend LMCO sections on camping on Metro property and sidewalk obstruction
• Both ordinances have been tabled and untabled multiple times since June 2022
• Action required by December 2022 for O-183-22 and March 2023 for O-263-22

The committee tabled an ordinance (O-263-22) that would amend camping rules on Metro property and in parks, and also address sidewalk obstructions. The motion to table carried by voice vote. A separate ordinance (O-183-22) regarding Metro parks fees remained held in committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled ordinance O-263-22 on camping and obstruction of public ways (voice vote)
• Held ordinance O-183-22 on Metro parks fees in committee

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion is holding a special discussion on a Budget Equity Report featuring presentations from multiple departments including IT, Criminal Justice Commission, Codes and Regulations, Air Pollution Control, Animal Services, and Corrections. The committee will also consider pending legislation R-128-22, a resolution relating to voting for incarcerated individuals at Louisville Metro Department of Corrections, which was previously tabled.

• Special discussion: Budget Equity Report with presentations from Michael Meeks (Chief Equity), Christian Seidt (IT), Faith Augustine (Criminal Justice Commission), and others
• R-128-22: Resolution relating to voting of incarcerated individuals at LMDC and in Kentucky, sponsored by Jecorey Arthur, David James, and Cassie Chambers Armstrong
• R-128-22 was tabled at the previous committee meeting on 9/15/22

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion discussed the FY23 Budget Equity Report and heard from multiple department heads. The only substantive action was on Resolution R-128-22, which would address voting for incarcerated individuals at Louisville Metro Department of Corrections. The committee voted to untable the resolution, heard testimony, then voted to table it again, meaning no final decision was made.

• Untabled Resolution R-128-22 on voting for incarcerated individuals (voice vote)
• Tabled Resolution R-128-22 on voting for incarcerated individuals (voice vote)

Budget Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Budget Committee is meeting to consider three ordinances: one giving the Office of Management and Budget authority to reallocate and reappropriate American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds across council-approved projects, one authorizing up to $25 million in revenue refunding bonds for Masonic Homes of Kentucky, and one transferring $50,000 to a sidewalk project on Lime Kiln Lane. These are pending items for discussion and possible action.

• O-279-22: Amends FY 2022-2023 operating budget to allow OMB to address ARP project budget variances via limited reallocations and reappropriations
• O-282-22: Authorizes up to $25,000,000 in revenue refunding bonds (Series 2022A) for Masonic Homes of Kentucky, refunding existing credit facilities and paying issuance costs
• O-283-22: Amends FY 2022-2023 capital budget, transferring $50,000 to D16 Lime Kiln Lane Sidewalk project between Limewood Circle and Lime Ridge Place

The Budget Committee recommended approval of an amended ordinance granting the Office of Management and Budget authority to address variances in budgets for all Council-approved American Rescue Plan projects through limited reallocations and reappropriations. The committee also recommended approval of a $25 million revenue refunding bond issuance for Masonic Homes of Kentucky and a $50,000 capital budget transfer for a sidewalk project on Lime Kiln Lane. All items will be heard by the full Metro Council on October 13, 2022.

• Recommended approval of O-279-22 (amended) to authorize OMB to address ARP budget variances (10-0, 1 absent)
• Recommended approval of O-282-22 for $25M revenue refunding bonds for Masonic Homes of Kentucky (10-0, 1 absent)
• Recommended approval of O-283-22 to transfer $50,000 to D16 Lime Kiln Lane sidewalk project (9-0, 2 absent)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee is meeting to discuss pending legislation, including an ordinance requiring lead abatement of all rental housing units in Louisville Metro. The committee will also consider an ordinance to reduce fines and costs for owner-occupied properties, and resolutions on public housing management, environmental justice near highway ramps, and an honorary street dedication. The agenda includes a special discussion on the King Louis XVI update.

• O-134-22: Ordinance amending Chapter 119 and creating Chapter 167 to require lead abatement of all rental housing units in Louisville Metro
• O-136-22: Ordinance amending Chapter 156 to reduce fines and costs for owner-occupied properties
• R-121-22: Resolution in support of better public housing management and maintenance
• R-139-22: Resolution urging Kentucky Governor and General Assembly to provide environmental justice to those living near highway and interstate ramps
• R-141-22: Resolution honoring Pastor Emeritus Reverend Dr. Robert L. Crittenden by dedicating corner of East Indian Trail and Petersburg Road as 'Robert L. Crittenden Way'

The committee recommended two resolutions for approval: one urging environmental justice for residents near highway ramps, and one dedicating a street corner in honor of Pastor Emeritus Reverend Dr. Robert L. Crittenden. Both were sent to the Consent Calendar. Other items, including a lead abatement ordinance and a public housing resolution, remained held or tabled.

• Recommended R-139-22 (environmental justice near highway ramps) for approval, sent to Consent Calendar (voice vote)
• Recommended R-141-22 (honorary street sign for Pastor Dr. Robert L. Crittenden) for approval, sent to Consent Calendar (voice vote)
• O-134-22 (lead abatement of rental housing) remained held
• O-136-22 (reduction of fines for owner-occupied properties) remained tabled
• R-121-22 (support for better public housing management) remained held

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee approved a new police headquarters for Jeffersontown and several revised district development plans. Two cases were continued to future meetings for further staff review and binding element adjustments.

• Approved 39,178 sq ft Jeffersontown Police Headquarters (5-0)
• Approved Revised Detailed District Development plan for The Vernon (5-0)
• Recommended approval of District Development Plan for 3620 Charlane Parkway to City of Jeffersontown (5-0)
• Approved Revised Detailed District Development plan and two waivers for Culver's restaurant (5-0)
• Approved Revised Detailed District Development Plan and one waiver for Hogan Smyrna Village (5-0)
• Continued 416 Washburn Avenue case to Oct 19, 2022, for sight distance review (5-0)
• Continued Simple Body Shop case to Oct 19, 2022, to address binding elements (5-0)
• Continued Mike's Car Wash case to Oct 6, 2022, Planning Commission hearing (4-0)

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Appropriations Committee will decide on eight appropriations totaling $41,268.38, including funds for street signs, community events, youth programs, food trucks, playgrounds, alley paving, and a church garden. One ordinance would require departments to cover cost overruns on funded projects.

• $188 for honorary street sign at East Indian Trail and Petersburg Road
• $3,135 for inflatables, popcorn machine, and sno cone machine at Victory Park Day and California Day
• $1,100 for 22 District 5 youth to participate in Safety Around Water program
• $500 for musicians at Food Truck Wednesday series in September and October
• $5,000 for playground at Trager Family Jewish Community Center

The Appropriations Committee approved four funding items: $188 for an honorary street sign for Reverend Dr. Robert L. Crittenden, $3,135 for inflatables and machines at community events, an amended $600 for musicians at Food Truck Wednesday, and $35,000 for two alley paving projects. It also recommended an ordinance transferring $10,000 from District 25 NDF to council operations, sending it to the Consent Calendar. Four items were held: YMCA water safety program, Jewish Community Center playground, Buechel Park Baptist Church garden ministry, and an ordinance on overages.

• Approved $188 for honorary street sign for Rev. Dr. Robert L. Crittenden (voice vote)
• Approved $3,135 for inflatables, popcorn, and sno cone machines for Victory Park and California Day events (voice vote)
• Amended and approved $600 for musicians for Food Truck Wednesday, adding $100 from District 24 (voice vote)
• Approved $35,000 for two alley paving projects in District 1 (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance O-275-22 transferring $10,000 from District 25 NDF to council operations (6-0, sent to Consent Calendar)
• Held NDF for YMCA Safety Around Water program
• Held ordinance for Jewish Community Center playground funding
• Held NDF for Buechel Park Baptist Church garden ministry

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Public Safety Committee is considering Ordinance O-278-22, which would create a new Chapter 149 and amend Chapter 156 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances. The ordinance addresses owners of properties where recurring crime negatively impacts surrounding neighborhoods. The committee may discuss or vote on this pending legislation.

• O-278-22: Ordinance creating Chapter 149 and amending Chapter 156 regarding properties with recurring crime
• Sponsored by Councilmembers David James, Nicole George, Mark Fox, and Donna Purvis

The Public Safety Committee tabled Ordinance O-278-22, which would create a new chapter on properties with recurring crime, after extensive discussion about amendments and impacts on tenants. The motion to table carried by voice vote, and the meeting adjourned without further action.

• Tabled O-278-22, nuisance property ordinance (voice vote)

Clifton Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Clifton Architectural Review Committee will review a proposal to replace 4-inch vinyl siding with 7-inch vinyl siding on a home at 129 N. Clifton Ave. The meeting is held in-person at the Louisville Metro Development Center, Room 101.

• 22-COA-0219: Proposal to replace existing 4-inch vinyl siding with new 7-inch vinyl siding on the home at 129 N. Clifton Ave.

The Clifton Architectural Review Committee approved a proposal to replace 4-inch vinyl siding with 7-inch vinyl siding on a home at 129 N. Clifton Ave. The motion passed unanimously (5-0) with one member absent. The approval includes conditions, though the specific conditions are not detailed in the minutes.

• Approved 22-COA-0219 (Clifton Siding) with conditions (5-0)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee will hold a special discussion on the Solid Waste Container Policy and consider pending legislation on rental housing registration. The committee will also review a resolution to declare property at 3907 Bardstown Road as surplus and authorize its transfer.

• Special discussion on Solid Waste Container Policy
• Ordinance amending Chapter 119 to assign rental housing registry administration to Codes and Regulations director
• Resolution declaring 3907 Bardstown Road surplus and authorizing transfer

The Public Works Committee met and discussed the solid waste container policy, but took no final action on it. The committee voted to table Ordinance O-182-22, which would amend rental housing registration and enforcement duties, after hearing a presentation from City Health. A resolution declaring property at 3907 Bardstown Road surplus was held in committee without action.

• Tabled O-182-22 rental housing registry ordinance (voice vote)
• Held R-093-22 surplus property resolution for 3907 Bardstown Road in committee
• Discussed solid waste container policy, no action taken

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will decide on a zoning ordinance for properties at 6101-6107 Southside Drive and 101-111 Steedly Drive. They will also discuss two other ordinances: one creating a new process for zoning applications with unpaid taxes, and one approving a planned development option for 2824 Montgomery Street. Additionally, a resolution requesting a review of short-term rental regulations will be discussed.

• Zoning change for 7.14-acre property at 6101-6107 Southside Dr and 101-111 Steedly Dr (Case 21ZONE0161)
• New zoning application process requiring delinquent tax clearance (O-113-22)
• Planned development option for 0.16-acre property at 2824 Montgomery St (Case 22DDP0069)
• Review of short-term rental regulations in Land Development Code and LMCO (R-126-22)

The Planning and Zoning Committee tabled a zoning ordinance for properties at 6101-6107 Southside Drive and 101-111 Steedly Drive after an amendment was approved. The committee recommended approval of a planned development option for 2824 Montgomery Street. Two other items remained tabled or held in committee.

• Tabled O-276-22 zoning for 6101-6107 Southside Dr and 101-111 Steedly Dr (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to O-276-22 (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of O-270-22 planned development at 2824 Montgomery St (6-0)
• O-113-22 delinquent taxes zoning ordinance remained tabled
• R-126-22 short-term rental review resolution remained held in committee

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will decide on seven noncompetitive contracts totaling over $1.2 million. Items include funding for homeless services leadership, forensic medical services for abused children, a zoo animatronic display upgrade, sexual assault examiner coordination, a 911 call prioritization pilot analysis, and a director for neighborhood safety.

• $123,260.17 contract for Director of RCS Homeless Services Division (University of Louisville)
• Local incentives for J. Knipper and Company, Inc. (amount not specified in agenda)
• $125,000 contract for LMPD forensic medical services (Norton Children’s Medical Group)
• $382,252 total for Louisville Zoo animatronic insect display upgrade (Dino Don, Inc.)
• $623,514 contract for Metro Safe pilot 911 call prioritization program analysis (University of Louisville)

The Labor and Economic Development Committee recommended approval of six resolutions, sending them to the Consent Calendar for the full Metro Council. One resolution (R-116-22) regarding a contract for a Director of the RCS Homeless Services Division was held in committee. All votes were voice votes with no recorded dissent.

• Held R-116-22 (contract for RCS Homeless Services Director, $123,260.17) in committee
• Recommended approval of R-127-22 (local incentives for J. Knipper and Company, Inc.) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of R-130-22 (LMPD forensic medical services for abused/neglected children, $125,000) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of R-132-22 (Louisville Zoo animatronic insect display amendment, $157,252) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of R-133-22 (LMPD SAFE program coordinator, $92,000) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of R-134-22 (Metro Safe 911 call prioritization pilot evaluation, $623,514) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of R-138-22 (Office of Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods director contract, $141,820.16) by voice vote

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee will consider reappointments to the TARC Board, Planning Commission, and Revenue Commission, and discuss a proposed ordinance to amend lobbying rules for Metro officers. The lobbying ordinance has been amended and tabled multiple times since February 2022.

• Reappointment of Carla Dearing to TARC Board (term expires August 31, 2025)
• Appointment of Michelle Pennix to Planning Commission (term expires October 1, 2025)
• Reappointment of Naomirose Paulin to Revenue Commission (term expires October 1, 2025)
• Reappointment of Travis Frick to Revenue Commission (term expires October 1, 2025)
• Amendment to Louisville Metro Code to regulate lobbying of Metro officers (O-058-22)

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee met and took action on several appointments and an ordinance. It tabled the reappointment of Carla Dearing to the TARC Board until the first committee meeting in 2023. It recommended approval of Michelle Pennix to the Planning Commission and NaomiRose Paulin and Travis Frick to the Revenue Commission, sending them to the Consent Calendar. The committee also amended and then tabled an ordinance on lobbying Metro officers.

• Tabled reappointment of Carla Dearing to TARC Board until first 2023 meeting (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Michelle Pennix to Planning Commission (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of NaomiRose Paulin to Revenue Commission (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Travis Frick to Revenue Commission (voice vote)
• Amended ordinance O-058-22 on lobbying Metro officers (voice vote)
• Tabled amended ordinance O-058-22 (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on 10 cases, including two variance requests, three short-term rental conditional use permits, one accessory dwelling unit permit, and three appeals of administrative decisions. The meeting is open in person and online, with public comment available.

• Variance for second-story addition at 1821 W. Chestnut Street
• Variance for garage encroaching rear setback at 113 Crestwood Avenue
• Short-term rental permits at 1116 View Crest Drive, 120 R. Kennedy Avenue, and 1967 Richmond Drive
• Accessory dwelling unit permit at 1967 Richmond Drive
• Appeals regarding nonconforming rights at 1200 Fischer Avenue and Greenridge Estates subdivision at 9551 Brooks Bend Rd

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved variances for a second-story addition at 1821 W. Chestnut Street and a garage at 113 Crestwood Avenue. It also approved conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 120 R. Kennedy Avenue and 1967 Richmond Drive, and an accessory dwelling unit at 1967 Richmond Drive. The board denied a short-term rental permit for 4116 View Crest Drive and denied two appeals related to the Greenridge Estates subdivision due to untimely filing.

• Approved variance for second-story addition encroaching into side yard setback at 1821 W. Chestnut Street (7-0)
• Approved variance for garage encroaching into rear yard setback at 113 Crestwood Avenue (7-0)
• Denied conditional use permit for short-term rental at 4116 View Crest Drive (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for short-term rental at 120 R. Kennedy Avenue with conditions (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for short-term rental at 1967 Richmond Drive with conditions (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for accessory dwelling unit at 1967 Richmond Drive (7-0)
• Overturned administrative decision on nonconforming rights at 1200 Fischer Avenue, finding 5 units had conforming rights (7-0)
• Denied appeals 22-APPEAL-0007 and 22-APPEAL-0008 for Greenridge Estates due to untimely filing (6-1)

VAPStat Joint Meeting Regular

The Louisville and Jefferson County Landbank Authority will decide whether to approve changes to its real estate disposition programs. The revisions codify policies and procedures based on a Racial Equity Review completed in May 2022. The meeting is a special session of the Landbank Authority at the Old Jail Auditorium.

• Approval of Resolution No. 17, Series 2022 to revise real estate disposition policies
• Modification of Terms and Conditions for all disposition programs per Racial Equity Review results

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on several conditional use permits for short-term rentals and variances for car washes. One variance case has been withdrawn, and one conditional use permit has been continued to a date uncertain. The board will also approve minutes from its September 12 meeting.

• 22-VARIANCE-0064: Withdrawn variance for fence height at Mike's Carwash, 2962 Breckenridge Lane
• 22-CUP-0063: Continued conditional use permit for Kenwood Church of Christ, 5424 Bruce Avenue
• 22-CUP-0142: Short-term rental permit for 613 Briar Hill Road
• 22-VARIANCE-0112: Setback variance for Mike's Car Wash, 10501/10511 Preston Highway
• 22-CUP-0179, 0183, 0187, 0188, 0206: Short-term rental permits for River Road, Lentz Avenue, Cheak Street, Redbud Lane, Algonquin Pwy

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment heard multiple short-term rental and variance cases. The most consequential decision was the denial of the Forwith short-term rental at 613 Briar Hill Road, which was denied because the motion to deny passed on a tied 3-3 vote. The board also approved several other short-term rental permits and a variance for Mike's Car Wash, and continued one case to a date uncertain.

• Denied Forwith short-term rental at 613 Briar Hill Road (3-3 tie, denied)
• Approved Mike's Car Wash variance at 10501/10511 Preston Highway (6-0)
• Approved River short-term rental at 5505 River Road (5-1)
• Approved Lentz Ave short-term rental at 3753 Lentz Ave (4-2)
• Denied Cheak Street short-term rental at 1697 Cheak Street (6-0)
• Approved Redbud short-term rental at 3115 Redbud Lane (6-0)
• Approved Algonquin short-term rental at 1800 Algonquin Parkway (5-1)
• Continued Kenwood Church of Christ conditional use permit to a date uncertain (6-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board is meeting to hear 40 property maintenance cases across Louisville. The agenda lists only the addresses and case type, with no details on violations or proposed actions. This is a routine enforcement docket, not a policy-making session.

• 40 property maintenance cases on the docket
• Cases at 3000 Magazine St, 613 Dr W J Hodge St, 2301 Ormsby Ave, and 4200 Wallingford Ln
• Cases at 2110 Kentucky St, 2515 Oak St, 1008 Walter Ave, and 661 Hecks Ln
• Cases at 2317 Duncan St, 8306 Dalton Ridge Pl, 10801 Alberta Dr, and 1237 Old Fern Valley Rd
• Cases at 6661 Sylvania Rd, 322 36th St, 10706 Allen Dr, and 4152 Lasalle Ave

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

The Land Development & Transportation Committee met to discuss several property rezonings, district development plans, road closures, and a Category 3 plan with a landscape waiver. Cases include properties on Old Taylorsville Road, Taylorsville Road, Cherokee Road, Enterprise Drive, Manslick Road, and S Hurstbourne Parkway.

• Old Taylorsville Road closure request between Taylorsville Road south and Floyds Fork (22-STRCLOSURE-0013)
• Zoning change from R-4 to C-1 with variances and development plan for Hopewell Animal Hospital at 12404/12406 Taylorsville Road & 3830 Sweeney Lane (22-ZONE-0014)
• Zoning change from R-5B to R-8A with detailed development plan for 1140 Cherokee Road (22-ZONE-0097)
• Enterprise Drive closure request along the CSX Railroad (22-STRCLOSURE-0015)
• Zoning changes, development plans, and waivers for properties including Paddocks of Parkridge and S Hurstbourne Parkway

The Land Development and Transportation Committee approved a landscape waiver and a Category 3 development plan for a proposed office/warehouse at 6701 Enterprise Drive, conditioned on street closure approval. The committee also placed the Old Taylorsville Road and Enterprise Drive closures on the October 6 consent agenda, and scheduled public hearings for several rezoning cases. Two rezoning cases at 4700 and 4900 S Hurstbourne Parkway were continued to October 13 to address concerns.

• Approved landscape waiver 22-WAIVER-0155 for utility overlap at 6701 Enterprise Drive (4-0)
• Approved Category 3 development plan for office/warehouse at 6701 Enterprise Drive, conditioned on street closure (4-0)
• Placed Old Taylorsville Road closure (22-STRCLOSURE-0013) on October 6 consent agenda (4-0)
• Placed Enterprise Drive closure (22-STRCLOSURE-0015) on October 6 consent agenda (4-0)
• Scheduled Hopewell Animal Hospital rezoning (22-ZONE-0014) for October 6 public hearing
• Scheduled 1140 Cherokee Road rezoning (22-ZONE-0097) for October 20 public hearing
• Scheduled Paddocks of Parkridge rezoning (21-ZONE-0139) for October 20 public hearing
• Continued 4700 S Hurstbourne Parkway rezoning (22-ZONE-0012) to October 13 LDT meeting (4-0)

Metro Council Regular

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda and several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include zoning changes for properties on Dixie Highway and Barret Avenue, multiple neighborhood development fund appropriations, and approval of sole-source contracts for parking meter parts and maintenance. The council will also consider an emergency ordinance to extend the deadline for spending paving and sidewalk capital funds.

• Zoning change for 15009 and 15011 Dixie Highway (Case 22ZONE0016)
• Zoning change for 969 Barret Avenue (Case 20ZONE0037)
• $75,000 sole-source contract with POM, Inc. for parking meter parts
• $220,755 sole-source contract with HUB Parking Technology USA for maintenance
• Appropriation of $9,050 from multiple districts to Dress for Success Louisville for a van

The Louisville Metro Council approved a consent calendar with 21-0 vote, including several ordinances and resolutions. It also passed an emergency ordinance extending the deadline for council members to submit spending plans for paving and sidewalk funds, and approved zoning changes for properties on Dixie Highway and Barret Avenue. All votes were 21-0 with 5 excused.

• Approved consent calendar with 21-0 vote, including ordinances for NDF appropriations and resolutions for contracts and appointments
• Passed emergency ordinance O-274-22 extending deadline for paving/sidewalk spending plans (21-0)
• Approved O-197-22 defining condominiums in storm water drainage code (21-0)
• Approved zoning change for 15009-15011 Dixie Highway (21-0)
• Approved zoning change for 969 Barret Avenue (21-0)
• Approved O-271-22 appropriating $13,550 to Dress for Success Louisville (21-0)
• Adopted resolutions for sole source contracts (POM Inc., Hub Parking) and other items on consent calendar

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole meets to review the Metro Council agenda and hear a presentation on applying for state-provided opioid abatement trust fund monies. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

The Committee of the Whole met via video teleconference and heard a presentation from Von Priddy of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Committee on how to apply for opioid abatement trust fund monies provided by the state. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting also included a review of the upcoming Metro Council agenda and presidential updates on software changes and an upcoming conference.

• Heard presentation on opioid abatement trust fund application process
• Reviewed Metro Council agenda for September 22, 2022
• Adjourned at 5:35 p.m. without objection

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board is meeting to hear old and new business, including a citation and multiple appeals. The agenda lists 12 specific cases, mostly animal appeals, plus one ABC citation and one building permit appeal. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; it only lists the cases to be considered.

• ABC citation at 1125 Bardstown Road
• Animal appeals at 625 Emily Road, 1309 Old Fern Valley Road, 10501 Eagle Pines Lane, 6307 Hackel Drive, 1707 Stewart Avenue, 1019 Meadow Hill Road, 2563 Trubart Lane, 2523 St. Cecilia Street, 6302 Ocho Rios Ct, 2719 Garland Avenue
• Building permit appeal at 3525 Hedgewick Place

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to consider two pending ordinances. One would amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding use of Metro-owned parks, including fees. The other would amend sections relating to camping on Metro property and in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks and public ways. Both items have been previously tabled and are listed for discussion or action.

• O-183-22: Ordinance amending Chapter 42 of LMCO regarding use of Metro-owned parks, including park fees
• O-263-22: Ordinance amending LMCO sections 131.01, 131.02, 131.03, 42.31, 42.32, 42.99, and 97.072 relating to camping on Metro property and in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks and public ways
• Both ordinances have been tabled multiple times; O-183-22 was untabled and re-tabled on 8/18/22

The committee reviewed two ordinances regarding Metro property. One ordinance concerning park fees was held in committee, and a second ordinance regarding camping and sidewalk obstructions was tabled.

• Held O-183-22 (amending Metro owned parks use) in committee
• Tabled O-263-22 (relating to camping on Metro property and obstruction of public ways) via voice vote

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to consider two pending ordinances. One would amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding use of Metro-owned parks, including fees. The other would amend sections related to camping on Metro property and in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks and public ways. Both items have been tabled previously and are on the agenda for discussion or action.

• O-183-22: Ordinance amending Chapter 42 regarding use of Metro-owned parks, including fees
• O-263-22: Ordinance amending sections on camping on Metro property and in parks, and obstruction of sidewalks/public ways
• Both ordinances have been tabled multiple times; O-183-22 action required by December 2022, O-263-22 by March 2023

The Parks and Sustainability Committee tabled an ordinance (O-263-22) that would amend rules on camping on Metro property, parks, and sidewalk obstruction. Another ordinance (O-183-22) on park fees was held in committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled O-263-22 (camping and obstruction of public ways) by voice vote
• Held O-183-22 (parks fees) in committee

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2022, to consider several development-related items, including a major subdivision, a planned development district amendment, a grocery store proposal, and multiple rezoning requests. The agenda also includes a request to change the night hearing start time, an update on LDC reform, and a binding element citation final order. Public comments can be made in person or virtually.

• 22-MSUB-0001: Preliminary Major Subdivision (MRDI) and Floyds Fork DRO Review for Broad Run Road Subdivision at 8000 Broad Run Road
• 22-DDP-0021: Major Amendment to a Planned Development District for SoBro PD Subarea Map Amendment at 717 S 5th St and 718-738 S 4th St
• 22-DDP-0106: Revised Detailed District Development Plan for proposed grocery store with 2 outlots at 16411 Shelbyville Road and 100 Flat Rock Road
• 22-ZONE-0084: Change in Zoning R-5B to CR with District Development Plan at 1745 and 1747 Frankfort Ave
• 22-ZONE-0068: Change in zoning from R-5 to C-1 with Detailed District Development Plan, Binding Elements, Waivers and Variance at 7332 Southside Drive, 5437 & 5439 New Cut Road

The Planning Commission approved a major amendment to the SoBro Planned Development District (8-0-1), a revised detailed district development plan for a grocery store at 16411 Shelbyville Road (5-2-1) with its waivers (7-0-1), and a zoning change to CR with a development plan for 1745-1747 Frankfort Ave (8-0). The commission also upheld a binding element citation for 11905 Dixie Highway (9-0) and continued the Broad Run Road subdivision case to October 20, 2022. The night hearing start time was changed to 6:30 p.m. (9-0). The LDC Reform Update was informational only, and the Southside Drive rezoning was withdrawn.

• Approved SoBro PD Subarea Map Amendment at 717 S 5th St and 718-738 S 4th St (8-0-1)
• Approved waivers for proposed grocery store at 16411 Shelbyville Rd and 100 Flat Rock Rd (7-0-1)
• Approved Revised Detailed District Development Plan for grocery store at 16411 Shelbyville Rd (5-2-1)
• Approved zoning change R-5B to CR at 1745-1747 Frankfort Ave (8-0)
• Approved Development Plan for 1745-1747 Frankfort Ave (8-0)
• Upheld binding element citation for 11905 Dixie Highway (9-0)
• Continued Broad Run Road Subdivision preliminary major subdivision to Oct 20, 2022 (9-0)
• Changed night hearing start time to 6:30 p.m. (9-0)

Budget Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Budget Committee is meeting to act on a capital-budget amendment that would move $60,500 to the D14 Farnsley-Moremen Landing Dock Improvements Project. The ordinance (O-261-22) was assigned to this committee and requires action by March 2023.

• Transfer $60,500 to D14 Farnsley-Moremen Landing Dock Improvements Project (O-261-22)

The Budget Committee recommended approval of Ordinance O-261-22, which transfers $60,500 to the D14 Farnsley-Moremen Landing Dock Improvements Project. The motion passed 8-0 and was sent to the Consent Calendar for the full Metro Council meeting on September 22, 2022.

• Recommended approval of O-261-22, transferring $60,500 to D14 Farnsley-Moremen Landing Dock Improvements (8-0)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Equity and Inclusion Committee is meeting to consider Resolution R-128-22, which relates to voting by incarcerated individuals at the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections and in Kentucky. The resolution is pending and has been assigned to the committee, with action required by March 2023. The agenda includes only this one legislative item, along with standard procedural items.

• Resolution R-128-22: voting for incarcerated individuals at LMDC and in Kentucky
• Sponsored by Councilmember Jecorey Arthur (D-4)
• Action required by March 2023

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion considered a resolution regarding the voting of incarcerated individuals at the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections and in Kentucky. After a period of discussion and public comment, the committee voted to table the resolution.

• Tabled R-128-22 regarding voting of incarcerated individuals (voice vote)

Public Safety Committee Regular

This meeting of the Louisville Metro Public Safety Committee has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, special discussion, adjournment) and no substantive business will be conducted.

Butchertown Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Butchertown Architectural Review Committee is meeting to review two proposals: an addition to an existing commercial building with a wood privacy fence along Quincy Street, and an after-the-fact proposal for a carriage house. Both are in the Butchertown neighborhood on E. Washington St. and are subject to architectural review.

• 22-COA-0212: Addition to commercial building and wood privacy fence along Quincy Street at 1535 E. Washington St.
• 22-COA-0221: After-the-fact review of carriage house construction at 1300 E. Washington St.

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider three development requests. These include a new office warehouse and revisions to existing district development plans.

• Category 3 Plan with a Waiver for a Proposed Office Warehouse at 3910 Produce Road
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for N English Office Warehouse at 211 N English Station
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan and Waiver for Chamberlain Crossings Parking Lot at 2635 Chamberlain Ln

The Development Review Committee approved a Category 3 plan with a waiver for a proposed office warehouse at 3910 Produce Road, recommended approval of a revised detailed district development plan with waivers for an office warehouse at 211 N English Station in Middletown, and approved a revised detailed district development plan with a waiver for a parking lot at 2635 Chamberlain Ln. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Category 3 plan with amenity area for office warehouse at 3910 Produce Road (5-0)
• Approved waiver from pedestrian connection requirement for 3910 Produce Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of revised detailed district development plan for 211 N English Station (5-0)
• Recommended approval of three waivers for 211 N English Station (5-0)
• Approved revised detailed district development plan for Chamberlain Crossings Parking Lot at 2635 Chamberlain Ln (5-0)
• Approved waiver for parking lot encroachment into landscape buffer at 2635 Chamberlain Ln (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 31, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee is reviewing proposed ordinances regarding rental housing safety and property fines. The body will also discuss public housing management and the conveyance of health board property.

• O-134-22: Ordinance requiring lead abatement of all rental housing units in Louisville Metro
• O-136-22: Ordinance relating to the reduction of fines and costs for owner occupied properties
• R-121-22: Resolution in support of better public housing management and maintenance
• R-129-22: Resolution relating to the conveyance of property owned by the Louisville/Jefferson County Board of Health
• Briefing from University of Louisville regarding the Christina Lee Brown Envirome Institute

The committee heard a presentation from the University of Louisville's Christina Lee Brown Envirome Institute and held several items. It recommended approval of a resolution to convey property owned by the Louisville/Jefferson County Board of Health, sending it to the Consent Calendar. Other items, including a lead abatement ordinance and a public housing resolution, remained held or tabled.

• Recommended approval of R-129-22, conveyance of Board of Health property (voice vote)
• Held O-134-22, lead abatement ordinance for rental housing
• Tabled O-136-22, reduction of fines for owner-occupied properties
• Held R-121-22, resolution supporting public housing management

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Government Appropriations Committee met on September 14, 2022, to discuss pending legislation regarding neighborhood development funds, capital infrastructure funds, and a proposed ordinance requiring departments to pay project overages. Items include funding for a Bardstown Road master plan, church programs, youth swimming, and street improvements.

• Appropriating $1,043.38 from District 26 NDF to Buechel Park Baptist Church for their Garden Ministry Program
• Appropriating $25,000 from District 8 NDF to create a master plan for Bardstown Road (O-269-22)
• Appropriating $2,000 from District 8 NDF to Dress for Success Louisville, Inc. for its mobile career development outreach program (O-271-22)
• Appropriating $9,000 from Districts 15 and 21 NDF to Public Works for the West Florence Avenue right-of-way closure (O-262-22)
• Amending Chapter 39 of the LMCO to require Metro departments receiving Council funding to pay project cost overages (O-167-22)

The Appropriations Committee recommended approval of several neighborhood development fund ordinances and council-originated funds. The Dress for Success Louisville ordinance was amended to increase funding from $2,000 to $9,050, then recommended for approval. Three items were held: a $1,043.38 fund for Buechel Park Baptist Church, a $1,100 YMCA water safety program, and an ordinance requiring departments to pay overages.

• Approved $25,000 for Bardstown Road master plan (7-0)
• Approved $13,550 for Dress for Success van, amended to $9,050 (7-0)
• Approved $2,500 for Southwest Community Ministries fundraiser auction (voice vote)
• Approved $1,250 for Prairie Village Baseball/Softball League sponsorship (voice vote)
• Approved $9,000 for West Florence Avenue right-of-way closure (7-0)
• Approved $2,400 for parking space marking on West Evelyn Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved $6,100 for George Rogers Clark Park events (7-0)
• Held $1,043.38 for Buechel Park Baptist Church garden ministry

Limerick Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Limerick Architectural Review Committee is meeting to review two after-the-fact window replacement proposals and a proposed door replacement. The meeting takes place at the Metro Development Center at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Residents can track these historic preservation decisions affecting properties in Council District 6.

• Review after-the-fact window replacement at 937 S. 7th St. (Case 22-COA-0161)
• Review after-the-fact window replacement and front and side door replacement at 1015 S. 7th St. (Case 22-COA-0152)

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee will vote on appointments to the Waterfront Development Corporation Board, Fairdale Fire Protection District Board, KentuckianaWorks board, and the Transit Authority of River City (TARC) board. It will also consider an ordinance to update lobbying rules for Metro officers.

• Amended appointment of Inga Arvin to Waterfront Development Corporation Board (term expires July 31, 2026)
• Amended reappointment of Kevin Fields to Waterfront Development Corporation Board (term expires July 31, 2026)
• Appointment of Mindy Stoess to Fairdale Fire Protection District Board (term expires June 30, 2026)
• Reappointment of Rick Purdy to KentuckianaWorks board (term expires September 21, 2025)
• Ordinance O-058-22 amending lobbying rules for Metro officers

The committee approved the appointment of Mindy Stoess to the Fairdale Fire Protection District Board and the reappointment of Rick Purdy to the KentuckianaWorks Board. It also approved amended term limit dates for three members of the Waterfront Development Corporation Board. Two items regarding the TARC Board and lobbying ordinances remained tabled.

• Approved amended term limits for Inga Arvin, Joshua Watkins, and Kevin Fields on the Waterfront Development Corporation Board (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Mindy Stoess to the Fairdale Fire Protection District Board (voice vote)
• Approved reappointment of Rick Purdy to the KentuckianaWorks - Greater Louisville Workforce Development Board (voice vote)
• Tabled reappointment of Carla Dearing to the TARC Board
• Tabled Ordinance O-058-22 regarding lobbying of Metro officers

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider several zoning-related ordinances, including three property-specific zoning changes and two proposed changes to the zoning code. One ordinance would require unpaid metro taxes or liens to be resolved before zoning map amendments are processed. Another would set rules for evidence and basis for council decisions in zoning cases. A resolution asks the Planning Commission to review rules on short-term rentals.

• Zoning change for 969 Barret Avenue (Case 20ZONE0037)
• Zoning and form district change for 15009 and 15011 Dixie Highway (Case 22ZONE0016)
• Planned development option for 2824 Montgomery Street (Case 22DDP0069)
• Ordinance to require payment of delinquent taxes/liens before zoning applications (O-113-22)
• Resolution to review short-term rental regulations (R-126-22)

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended approval of two zoning ordinances: one for 969 Barret Avenue and one for 15009/15011 Dixie Highway (as amended). A planned development option for 2824 Montgomery Street was held in committee, and several other items were tabled or held. The meeting adjourned at 1:45 p.m.

• Recommended approval of O-265-22, zoning at 969 Barret Avenue (4-0, with 1 excused, 1 absent)
• Recommended approval of O-255-22, zoning and form district at 15009/15011 Dixie Highway, as amended (6-0, with 1 excused)
• Held O-270-22, planned development option for 2824 Montgomery Street
• Remained tabled O-113-22, zoning applications with delinquent taxes
• Remained held O-088-22, evidence and basis for zoning decisions
• Held R-126-22, short-term rental review request

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will hold a special discussion on a contract for MetroSafe concerning project analysis and evaluation of a pilot 911 call prioritization program with the University of Louisville. The committee will also consider several resolutions approving noncompetitively negotiated contracts, including parking meter replacement parts and maintenance services for the Parking Authority of River City (PARC), and the budget and improvement plans for the Louisville Downtown Management District. One item, a consulting contract for the Louisville Metro Police Department, has had its sponsorship withdrawn and is listed as tabled.

• Discussion of MetroSafe contract with University of Louisville for 911 call prioritization pilot
• R-110-22: $75,000 sole source contract with POM, Inc. for PARC parking meter replacement parts
• R-112-22: $220,755 sole source contract with HUB Parking Technology USA, Inc. for PARC maintenance and parts
• R-123-22: Approval of Louisville Downtown Management District budget and improvement plans for 2023
• R-113-22: $60,000 LMPD consulting contract with BRWS Management LLC (sponsorship withdrawn, tabled)

The Labor and Economic Development Committee recommended approval of three resolutions: a $75,000 sole-source contract for parking meter replacement parts, a $220,755 sole-source contract for maintenance and parts for proprietary parking products, and the 2023 budget and improvement plans for the Louisville Downtown Management District. All three were sent to the Consent Calendar. A fourth resolution for LMPD consulting services had its sponsorship withdrawn.

• Approved $75,000 sole-source contract for PARC parking meter parts (voice vote, to Consent Calendar)
• Approved $220,755 sole-source contract for PARC maintenance and parts (voice vote, to Consent Calendar)
• Approved 2023 budget and improvement plans for Louisville Downtown Management District (voice vote, to Consent Calendar)
• Withdrawn: R-113-22 LMPD consulting services contract (sponsorship withdrawn)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee will discuss the administration and enforcement of the rental housing registry. The body is also considering ordinances regarding storm water drainage definitions and the transfer of government property.

• O-182-22: Ordinance regarding the registration of rental housing and enforcement duties
• O-197-22: Ordinance to define condominiums in the Comprehensive Storm Water Drainage Authority
• R-093-22: Resolution to declare property at 3907 Bardstown Road as surplus
• R-125-22: Resolution to accept title and maintenance of Springdale Road from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
• Special discussion on Solid Waste Container Policy

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of an amended ordinance defining condominiums in the Comprehensive Storm Water Drainage Authority (O-197-22), sending it to the full Council. The committee also tabled a rental housing registration ordinance (O-182-22) and held a surplus property resolution (R-093-22) in committee. A resolution accepting Springdale Road from the state was recommended for approval and sent to the Consent Calendar.

• Recommended approval of amended O-197-22 defining condominiums in stormwater code (7-0)
• Tabled O-182-22 rental housing registration ordinance by voice vote
• Held R-093-22 surplus property resolution for 3907 Bardstown Road in committee
• Recommended approval of R-125-22 accepting Springdale Road from Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a modified conditional use permit for River Metals Recycling following complaints about excessive noise and explosions. The board will also consider several variances, conditional use permits, and other zoning requests, including a warehouse addition for Beecher Terrace Phase IV and a conditional use permit for a Muslim community center and school.

• Modified Conditional Use Permit for River Metals Recycling (2110 Metal Ln, 2045 River Rd, etc.) due to noise and explosion complaints
• Variance for deck encroachment at 1314 Hoertz Avenue
• Category 3 Development with Variances for Beecher Terrace Phase IV warehouse addition at 1200 W Jefferson Street
• Conditional Use Permit for Muslim Community Center and Islamic School of Louisville at 8215 Old Westport Road
• Four short-term rental conditional use permits (923 Central Ave, 134 Stoll Ave, 1633 Taylor Ave, 3500 Terrier Ln)

The Board of Zoning Adjustment approved several variances, conditional use permits, and a development plan, including a fence variance for a property with safety concerns, a daycare, a short-term rental, and the Beecher Terrace Phase IV project. The River Metals Recycling case was continued to February 2023 for a seismic study update, and the Powell Avenue fence variance was continued to October 17, 2022, after an initial motion failed.

• Approved Hoertz Avenue variance for deck encroachment (4-0)
• Continued River Metals Recycling case to February 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Beecher Terrace Phase IV variances, waivers, and development plan (4-0)
• Approved Islamic School of Louisville activity center CUP and variances (4-0)
• Approved Cabbage Patch Settlement House modified CUP (4-0)
• Approved Sleepy Dreams Daycare CUP (4-0)
• Approved Central Short Term Rental CUP with relief from 600-foot rule (3-1)
• Continued Powell Avenue fence variance to October 17, 2022 (4-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Code Enforcement Board will convene to handle property maintenance violations across Louisville. The agenda lists 40 individual cases, all under the case type PROPERTY MAINTENANCE, with no other business items specified. The board will likely take action on each address, though the specific outcomes are not detailed in the agenda.

• 40 property maintenance cases on the agenda
• Addresses include 5110 PAGES LANE, 537 RIDGEWOOD ROAD, 3105 MONTANA AVENUE
• Multiple cases at 600 CHERI WAY and 8002 CANDLEGLOW LANE
• All cases are listed under PROPERTY MAINTENANCE case type
• Meeting held at Metro Development Center, 444 S. 5th St., Louisville

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Committee of the Whole will meet to hold a special discussion regarding the Ignite Program. Members will also review the Metro Council agenda and hear addresses to the Council.

• Special discussion on Leadership Louisville's Ignite Program with Cynthia Knapek

The Committee of the Whole met on September 8, 2022, and took no formal votes or substantive decisions. Members heard a presentation from Cynthia Knapek of Leadership Louisville about the Ignite Program, reviewed the upcoming Metro Council agenda, and received presidential updates on administrative matters. The meeting adjourned at 5:37 p.m.

• No formal votes or substantive decisions taken
• Heard presentation on Leadership Louisville's Ignite Program
• Reviewed Metro Council agenda for September 8, 2022
• Received presidential updates on purchase orders, House Bill 314 commission, and upcoming events

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

The Land Development & Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss several zoning changes and subdivision plans. The body will review requests for multi-family housing, self-storage, and district development plans.

• Zoning change from R-5 and R-7 to R-7 Multi-family for Chenoweth Lane Apartments at 236 and 238 Chenoweth Ln
• Zoning change from R-4 to C-M for Hagan Westport Road Self Storage at 4301 Westport Road
• Zoning change from R-4, R-5A, and OR-1 to C-1 and R-7 for Prospect Cove at 6500 Forest Cove Lane and 7301 River Road
• District development plan and preliminary subdivision plan for 7600 Stuart Avenue
• Revised Major Preliminary Subdivision Plan for Roseborough Lots at 7203 E Manslick Road

The Land Development & Transportation Committee approved a waiver, preliminary subdivision plan, and revised detailed district development plan for the 7600 Stuart Avenue project. The Roseborough Lots subdivision case was continued to a date uncertain. Three other cases were forwarded to the Planning Commission or scheduled for a night hearing.

• Approved drainage easement waiver for 7600 Stuart Avenue (4-0)
• Approved preliminary subdivision plan for 7600 Stuart Avenue (4-0)
• Approved revised detailed district development plan for 7600 Stuart Avenue (4-0)
• Continued Roseborough Lots subdivision to a date uncertain (4-0)
• Forwarded Chenoweth Lane Apartments zoning change to Planning Commission
• Forwarded Hagan Westport Road Self Storage zoning change to Planning Commission
• Scheduled Prospect Cove night hearing for October 18, 2022

Metro Council Regular

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including the fiscal year 2023 tax levy, several zoning and land-use ordinances, and numerous neighborhood development fund appropriations. The agenda includes consent calendar items recommended by committees, as well as old business items that have been previously discussed or amended. Residents may be most affected by the tax levy and zoning changes, which could impact property taxes and land use.

• Ordinance O-258-22: Levy of taxes for Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government and Urban Services District for FY ending June 30, 2023.
• Ordinance O-252-22: Amends Land Development Code Section 2.6.5 relating to the W-2 Waterfront District (Case 22-LDC-0004).
• Ordinance O-253-22: Closure of an unnamed alley east of South Fifth Street, north of West Chestnut Street (approx. 1,870 sq ft).
• Ordinance O-254-22: Closure of two unnamed alleys near 15009-15101 Dixie Highway (approx. 11,834 sq ft).
• Resolution R-118-22: Accept $250,000 in-kind services from Honeywell for 'Smart Cities' plans.

The Council approved the annexation of the Twinbrook Subdivision by the City of St. Matthews and passed an amended ordinance regarding truck parking requirements. Several neighborhood development fund appropriations were approved, and a zoning ordinance for properties on Dixie Highway was recommitted to committee.

• Approved annexation of Twinbrook Subdivision by City of St. Matthews (21-3)
• Approved amended ordinance on truck parking requirements (23-1)
• Approved $42,500 for Commonwealth Theatre Center school programs
• Approved $170,119 for resurfacing Dawson Hill and Top Hill Roads
• Approved $32,500 contract for LMPD legal instruction (21-0)
• Approved $10,000 for Shirley’s Way, Inc. programming
• Approved $14,500 for Iroquois Civic Club's Mayor's NYE Bash
• Recommitted zoning for 15009 and 15011 Dixie Highway to Planning and Zoning Committee

Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss one item of new business. The committee is conducting an after-the-fact review of a painted previously unpainted brick storefront facade at 530 W. Oak St.

• After-the-fact review of painting a previously unpainted brick storefront facade at 530 W. Oak St. (Case 21-COA-0180)

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the after-the-fact painting of a previously unpainted brick storefront at 530 W. Oak St. The approval includes conditions to match the historic red brick color, use breathable masonry paint, and start work within three months. The vote was unanimous among present members, with one member absent.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for painting facade at 530 W. Oak St. (5-0, 1 absent)

Planning Commission Regular

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider three land-use requests, including two zoning changes and one appeal. One scheduled subdivision review for 8000 Broad Run Road has been continued to September 15, 2022.

• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A for Burnett Ridge Lofts at 600/604 Burnett Ridge Place
• Appeal of partial denial for binding element amendment at 6501 Old New Cut Road
• Zoning change from R-5 to C-M for 6101-6107 Southside Drive and 101-111 Steedly Drive

The Planning Commission approved minutes, continued two cases, overturned a committee decision to adopt a binding element for Old New Cut Road Apartments, and approved a rezoning from R-5 to C-2 with a waiver and development plan for Southside Drive. All votes were recorded as listed.

• Approved minutes of August 18, 2022 (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Continued Broad Run Road Subdivision to September 15, 2022 (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Continued Burnett Ridge Lofts to October 6, 2022 (10-0)
• Overturned LD&T denial and adopted binding element for Old New Cut Road Apartments (6-4)
• Approved rezoning from R-5 to C-2 for Southside Drive (9-0, 1 absent)
• Approved waiver for Southside Drive (9-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Detailed District Development Plan for Southside Drive (8-0, 1 absent, 1 abstention)

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Jefferson County Parks and Sustainability Committee meeting was cancelled on September 1, 2022. The committee had been assigned an ordinance to amend park usage fees in Metro-owned parks, but no action was taken due to the cancellation.

• Ordinance O-183-22 to amend Chapter 42 of Louisville Metro Code on park fees, sponsored by David James, Barbara Shanklin, Cindi Fowler, Nicole George, and Amy Holton Stewart
• Ordinance has been tabled multiple times since June 2022 and remains pending

The Parks and Sustainability Committee meeting scheduled for September 1, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions were made, and no legislation was considered.

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The scheduled meeting for the Parks and Sustainability Committee was cancelled. The agenda listed one pending ordinance regarding the use of Metro owned parks.

• O-183-22: An ordinance amending Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding use of Metro owned parks

The Parks and Sustainability Committee meeting scheduled for September 1, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions were made. The only item on the agenda, an ordinance regarding use of Metro-owned parks, was not discussed.

Budget Committee Regular

The Budget Committee is meeting to consider pending legislation, specifically an ordinance concerning the levy of taxes within Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government and the Louisville Urban Services District for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The ordinance (O-258-22) is assigned to the committee and requires action by February 2023. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• O-258-22: Ordinance to levy taxes within Louisville Metro and the Urban Services District for FY2023

The Budget Committee voted 9-0 to recommend approval of Ordinance O-258-22, which levies taxes within Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government and the Louisville Urban Services District for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The ordinance was sent to the Consent Calendar for the full Council meeting on September 8, 2022. Two members were excused and did not vote.

• Recommended approval of O-258-22 tax levy ordinance (9-0)
• Sent O-258-22 to Consent Calendar for full Council consideration

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will hold a special discussion on youth engagement with Metro Council, featuring Javoughn Brown-Lewis from Youth Engagement Services (YES)/Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods. This is a discussion item, not a decision item, and the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Special discussion on youth engagement with Metro Council (ID 22-1189)

The committee heard a presentation regarding youth engagement with Metro Council from the Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Government Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee is meeting to discuss legislation regarding lead abatement in rental housing, fine reductions for owner-occupied properties, and the creation of the Office of Arts and Creative Industries. The agenda also includes a special discussion on Group Violence Intervention updates, a resolution honoring Waterstep with an honorary street sign, and a resolution supporting better public housing management.

• Ordinance O-134-22 requiring lead abatement of all rental housing units in Louisville Metro
• Ordinance O-136-22 relating to the reduction of fines and costs for owner occupied properties
• Resolution R-119-22 dedicating the corner of 7th and Myrtle Streets as "Waterstep Way"
• Resolution R-121-22 in support of better public housing management and maintenance
• Ordinance O-260-22 to create the Office of Arts and Creative Industries

The committee recommended two resolutions for approval and held or tabled three other ordinances and resolutions. One resolution was amended before being sent to Old Business, and another was sent to the Consent Calendar.

• Recommended R-124-22 to designate Office of Arts and Creative Industries as local arts agency (voice vote)
• Recommended R-119-22 to dedicate corner of 7th and Myrtle Streets as 'Waterstep Way' (voice vote)
• Held O-134-22 regarding lead abatement of rental housing units
• Tabled O-136-22 regarding reduction of fines and costs for owner occupied properties
• Held R-121-22 regarding public housing management and maintenance

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee is considering six ordinances, including a zoning change for properties at 15009 and 15011 Dixie Highway, two alley closures, and three amendments to the Land Development Code. The committee will also revisit a proposal to require payment of delinquent taxes or liens before zoning map amendments are processed. Several items have been held or tabled in prior meetings.

• Zoning and form district change for 3.2 acres at 15009 and 15011 Dixie Highway (Case 22ZONE0016)
• Ordinance to create new LMCO Chapter 153 section on evidence and basis for zoning decisions (O-088-22)
• Ordinance to require payment of delinquent taxes or liens before processing zoning map amendments (O-113-22, as amended)
• Amendment to Land Development Code Section 2.6.5 on W-2 Waterfront District (O-252-22, Case 22-LDC-0004)
• Closure of unnamed alley east of South Fifth Street, north of West Chestnut Street, about 1,870 sq ft (O-253-22, Case 21STRCLOSURE0032)

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended approval of a zoning change for properties at 15009 and 15011 Dixie Highway, and approved several other items including alley closures and a waterfront district amendment. One ordinance regarding evidence in zoning cases was held, and another on delinquent taxes was tabled after an amendment.

• Recommended approval of O-255-22, zoning change for 15009 and 15011 Dixie Highway (6-0, Engel excused)
• Recommended approval of O-252-22, amending W-2 Waterfront District regulations (6-0, Engel excused)
• Recommended approval of O-253-22, closure of unnamed alley east of South Fifth Street (6-0, Engel excused)
• Recommended approval of O-254-22, closure of two unnamed alleys near Dixie Highway (6-0, Engel excused)
• Tabled O-113-22, ordinance on zoning applications with delinquent taxes, after adopting an amendment (voice vote)
• Held O-088-22, ordinance on evidence in zoning decisions, in committee

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an ordinance to amend rental housing registration rules, a stormwater drainage definition change, and resolutions for property transfer and road resurfacing funding. The agenda includes both pending legislation and resolutions, with the committee chair having discretion over which items are heard.

• O-182-22: Ordinance amending Chapter 119 on rental housing registration, assigning enforcement duties to the Director of Codes and Regulations
• O-197-22: Ordinance amending Section 50.57 to define condominiums in the Comprehensive Storm Water Drainage Authority
• R-093-22: Resolution declaring 3907 Bardstown Road surplus and authorizing its transfer
• R-122-22: Resolution to accept $170,119 from Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for resurfacing portions of Dawson Hill Road and Top Hill Road

The Public Works Committee tabled O-182-22, which would assign the Director of Codes and Regulations additional duties for the rental housing registry, after discussion. The committee also recommended approval of R-122-22, accepting $170,119 in state funding for resurfacing portions of Dawson Hill and Top Hill Roads, sending it to the Consent Calendar. Two other items (O-197-22 and R-093-22) remained held in committee.

• Tabled O-182-22 (rental housing registry ordinance) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of R-122-22 ($170,119 for Dawson Hill and Top Hill Roads resurfacing) by voice vote, sent to Consent Calendar
• Held O-197-22 (condominium definition in storm water drainage) in committee
• Held R-093-22 (surplus property at 3907 Bardstown Road) in committee

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will receive quarterly updates from Louisville Forward. The body is also considering several noncompetitively negotiated contracts for police training, COVID-19 testing, and parking infrastructure.

• Contract for BRWS Management LLC for LMPD Bureau of Accountability and Improvement consulting: $60,000.00
• Contract for Kentucky Nurses Association for COVID testing clinic staff: $200,000.00
• Contract for POM, Incorporated for parking meter replacement parts: $75,000.00
• Contract for Hub Parking Technology USA, Inc. for PARC maintenance and parts: $220,755.00
• Contract for Shawn Herron for legal instruction at the LMPD Training Academy: $65,000.00

The committee tabled a $60,000 contract for LMPD consulting services (R-113-22) and amended a $65,000 legal instruction contract (R-115-22) to $32,500 and shortened its term to end December 31, 2022, before sending it to the full council. A $200,000 COVID testing contract (R-108-22) had its sponsorship withdrawn, and two parking-related contracts (R-110-22, R-112-22) remained held in committee. The meeting also included a quarterly update from Louisville Forward.

• Tabled R-113-22, $60,000 LMPD consulting contract with BRWS Management LLC (6-0)
• Amended R-115-22, LMPD legal instruction contract, reducing amount from $65,000 to $32,500 (voice vote)
• Amended R-115-22, shortening contract term to end December 31, 2022 (3-2, 1 abstention)
• Sent R-115-22 to Old Business for full council consideration (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Withdrew sponsorship of R-108-22, $200,000 COVID testing contract with Kentucky Nurses Association
• Held R-110-22, $75,000 parking meter parts contract with POM, Inc., in committee
• Held R-112-22, $220,755 parking maintenance contract with Hub Parking Technology, in committee

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee is meeting to consider pending legislation, including an ordinance approving the annexation of the Twinbrook subdivision by the City of St. Matthews, and an amended ordinance regulating lobbying of Metro officers. The committee will also vote on several appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions, and hold a special discussion on the Transit Authority of River City (TARC).

• Ordinance O-244-22: Approve annexation of Twinbrook subdivision by St. Matthews
• Ordinance O-058-22: Amend LMCO Chapter 21 on lobbying of Metro officers (as amended by substitution)
• Appointment of Jan Horton to Board of Zoning Adjustment (term to June 30, 2024)
• Appointment of Douglas Owen to Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission (term to Nov 30, 2024)
• Reappointment of Carla Dearing to TARC Board (term to Aug 31, 2025)

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee recommended approval of the annexation of the Twinbrook subdivision by the City of St. Matthews (O-244-22) with a 7-2 vote, sending it to Old Business. The committee also recommended approval of three appointments and one reappointment to various boards, all sent to the Consent Calendar. An ordinance amending lobbying rules (O-058-22) was tabled, and a TARC discussion was held in committee.

• Recommended approval of O-244-22, annexation of Twinbrook subdivision by St. Matthews (7-2)
• Tabled O-058-22, ordinance amending lobbying rules
• Recommended approval of Jan Horton to Board of Zoning Adjustment (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Douglas Owen to Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Dorislee Gilbert to Domestic Violence Prevention Coordinating Council (voice vote)
• Held in committee: reappointment of Carla Dearing to TARC Board
• Held in committee: TARC discussion

Metro Council Regular

This is a training/test meeting only, not a regular business session. The agenda reuses items from the June 25, 2020 Metro Council meeting, including approvals of minutes, committee reports, appointments, and ordinances. No new business is scheduled.

• Repeal of $15,650 Neighborhood Development Funds for 2020 Riverview Independence Festival (O-240-20)
• Authorization of up to $21,000,000 in taxable revenue bonds for Louisville Medical Center steam and chilled water plant conversion (O-250-20)
• Approval of $112,920 sole source contract for advanced traffic management software with Econolite Control Products and Path Master (R-068-20)
• Resolution requesting Planning Commission review of heavy truck parking regulations (R-074-20)
• FY 2020-2021 capital and operating budget ordinances (O-194-20, O-196-20)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will consider several requests for conditional use permits and variances. Key items include permits for short-term rentals and a modified permit for potentially hazardous uses.

• Modified Conditional Use Permit for potentially hazardous or nuisance uses at 4300 Camp Ground Road (DOW Chemical Company)
• Conditional Use Permits for short-term rentals at 613 Briar Hill Road, 1204 Hull Street, 1424 Wurtele Avenue, and 252 Thompson Avenue
• Variance for accessory structure setback at 9300 Michael Edward Drive
• Variance for addition and private yard area at 913 S. Hancock Street
• Variance for fence height at 4935 Shasta Trail

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a modified conditional use permit for DOW Chemical Company at 4300 Camp Ground Road, allowing potentially hazardous or nuisance uses subject to conditions. The board also approved several variances and short-term rental permits, denied two requests, and continued one case. All votes were unanimous except for the continued case, which passed 4-1.

• Approved DOW Chemical modified conditional use permit (5-0)
• Continued Briar Hill Road short-term rental case to Sept 26 (4-1)
• Denied Michael Edward Drive rear yard setback variance (5-0)
• Approved S. Hancock Street side yard and private yard variances (5-0)
• Approved 2824 Montgomery St parking encroachment variance (5-0)
• Approved Highland Avenue accessory structure variance (5-0)
• Approved Shasta Trail fence height variance (5-0)
• Denied Hull Street short-term rental permit (5-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board is holding a meeting to discuss old and new business, including numerous property maintenance cases at various addresses. Residents can review the specific properties scheduled for discussion on the agenda.

• Property maintenance case at 2709 HALE AVENUE
• Property maintenance case at 4607 MARKET STREET
• Property maintenance case at 3701 MONTCLAIR AVE
• Property maintenance case at 2211 GRAND AVENUE
• Property maintenance case at 727 BARBEE WAY

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will consider three items: a revised subdivision plan for 10 lots on Manslick Road, a zoning change from R-5 to C-1 on Southside Drive, and a zoning change from R-5B to CR on Frankfort Ave. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 11, 2022. The subdivision case was continued from a prior meeting.

• 22-RSUB-0005: Revised Major Preliminary Subdivision Plan for 10 lots on 11.19 acres at 7203 E Manslick Road (R-4 district)
• 22-ZONE-0068: Rezoning from R-5 to C-1 with Detailed District Development Plan, Binding Elements, Waivers and Variance at 7332 Southside Drive
• 22-ZONE-0084: Rezoning from R-5B to CR with District Development Plan at 1745 and 1747 Frankfort Ave
• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2022 meeting

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the Rotary Club of Louisville's West Louisville Housing Plan, presented by Luke Schmidt and Denise Sears. The committee will also review the Metro Council agenda for August 25, 2022, and hear addresses to the council. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Special discussion: Rotary Club of Louisville's West Louisville Housing Plan Overview (ID 22-1172)
• Review of Metro Council Agenda for August 25, 2022 (ID 22-1163)
• Addresses to Council for August 25, 2022 (ID 22-1114)

The Committee of the Whole received a presentation from the Rotary Club of Louisville on its West Louisville Housing Plan, with discussion from several council members. No formal decisions were made; the only action was moving agenda item 33 (R-113-22) from the Consent Calendar to Old Business. The meeting adjourned without objection.

• Moved item 33 (R-113-22) from Consent Calendar to Old Business
• Received Rotary Club of Louisville's West Louisville Housing Plan presentation (no vote)

Metro Council Regular

The Metro Council is deciding on several ordinances, including a reallocation of American Rescue Plan funds for shelter renovations. The body will also review zoning requests, a new open data policy, and various board appointments.

• O-242-22: Replacing $11,417,313 in ARP funding for supportive housing with ARP HOME funds to add shelter renovations
• R-103-22: $100,000 contract amendment for Louisville Zoo mentor/internship program
• O-507-21: Ordinance amending Metro Land Development Code regarding truck parking requirements
• O-234-22: $7,455.35 appropriation for Highview Business Owners Association website and festivals
• O-243-22: Ordinance creating a new Open Data Policy and Review chapter in the Metro Code

The Louisville Metro Council approved a consent calendar and several ordinances, including shifting $11.4M in ARP funds from permanent supportive housing to shelter renovations, amending truck parking requirements, and creating an open data policy. It also recommitted a $60,000 LMPD consulting contract and a TARC board reappointment to committees. All votes were 25-0 with one excused.

• Approved ARP amendment replacing $11,417,313 permanent supportive housing with shelter renovations (25-0)
• Approved truck parking ordinance amendment (O-507-21) then tabled it (voice vote)
• Approved open data policy ordinance (O-243-22) with annual review amendment (25-0)
• Approved $3.5M AT&T 911 system support contract (voice vote)
• Recommitted $60,000 LMPD consulting contract to Labor and Economic Development Committee (voice vote)
• Recommitted Carla Dearing TARC board reappointment to Government Oversight and Audit Committee (voice vote)
• Approved 25-0 zoning for 805 S English Station Road, 4490/4492 Brownsboro Road, and 8016 Shepherdsville Road
• Approved consent calendar with 25-0 vote including NDF appropriations and board appointments

Individual Landmarks Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Individual Landmarks Architectural Review Committee is meeting to consider a request to demolish an Individual Landmark and construct new buildings at 100 Distillery Commons. The committee will review the proposal and may vote on it.

• Demolition of an Individual Landmark and proposed new construction at 100 Distillery Commons
• Applicant: Dan Dokovic, Bamboo Equity Partners; Owner: Chad Middendorf, Barrell House Lofts LLC
• Case 22-COA-0170, Council District 9 (Bill Hollander)

The committee voted unanimously to continue the demolition and new construction request for the Individual Landmark at 100 Distillery Commons to the August 31, 2022 meeting. No decision on the request itself was made.

• Continued 22-COA-0170 (demolition of Individual Landmark and new construction at 100 Distillery Commons) to Aug. 31, 2022 (7-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board will meet to review 13 appeals, including 11 animal-related cases and 2 building permit appeals. The board will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and address any old or new business before adjourning.

• 1820 Upper Hunters Trace — animal appeal
• 8002 Hardwood Court — animal appeal
• 2103 Dogoon Drive — animal appeal
• 207 Galt Avenue — building permit appeal
• 625 Emily Road — animal appeal

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and business session on August 18, 2022, to consider several development requests, including a zoning change for Burnett Ridge Lofts, a revised development plan for a Jack in the Box, and a sidewalk waiver for the Louisville Country Club. The agenda also includes amendments to land development code sections and an appeal of a binding elements decision.

• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A for Burnett Ridge Lofts at 600/604 Burnett Ridge Place (21-ZONE-0156)
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Jack in the Box at 10700 Dixie Highway (22-DDP-0026)
• Sidewalk waiver for Louisville Country Club at 25 Mockingbird Valley Trail (22-WAIVER-0120)
• Appeal of partial denial of binding element amendment for Old New Cut Road Apartments at 6501 Old New Cut Road (22-AMEND-0002)
• Zoning change from R-5B to OR-1 at 969 Barret Avenue (20-ZONE-0037)

The commission approved a revised detailed district development plan with binding elements and a sign waiver for a Jack in the Box at 10700 Dixie Highway (6-0, with two abstentions). It also approved a sidewalk waiver for Louisville Country Club, recommended zoning changes for 969 Barret Avenue and 2824 Montgomery St, and continued two cases to September 1, 2022. The meeting minutes from August 4, 2022 were approved with four abstentions.

• Approved waiver for more than 3 signs on one façade for Jack in the Box (6-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved revised detailed district development plan for Jack in the Box (6-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved sidewalk waiver for Louisville Country Club (6-2)
• Recommended approval of W-2 LDC amendments to revise permitted uses (9-0)
• Continued Burnett Ridge Lofts zoning case to September 1, 2022 (9-0)
• Continued Old New Cut Road Apartments appeal to September 1, 2022 (9-0)
• Recommended approval of Urban Neighborhood Planned Development Option for 2824 Montgomery St (9-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change from R-5B to OR-1 for 969 Barret Avenue (9-0)

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss pending legislation. The primary item is an ordinance regarding the use of Metro-owned parks.

• O-183-22: An ordinance amending Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding use of Metro owned parks and park fees

The Committee on Sustainability voted to table Ordinance O-183-22, which proposed amendments to Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding the use of Metro owned parks. The item was briefly untabled before the committee voted to table it again.

• Tabled O-183-22 regarding use of Metro owned parks (voice vote)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion is meeting to discuss pending legislation regarding government data. The primary item is a proposed ordinance to establish a new chapter of the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Code of Ordinances.

• O-243-22: An ordinance creating an open data policy and review process

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion approved an amended ordinance to create a new chapter of the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Code of Ordinances regarding open data policy and review. The measure was recommended for approval and sent to Old Business.

• Approved amendment by substitution to O-243-22 (voice vote)
• Recommended O-243-22 for approval (6-0)

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will consider Ordinance O-183-22, which proposes amendments to Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code regarding fees for use of Metro-owned parks. The ordinance has been tabled twice by this committee and requires action by December 2022.

• Ordinance O-183-22: Amend LMCO Chapter 42 on Metro parks fees
• Sponsored by David James, Barbara Shanklin, Cindi Fowler, Nicole George, and Amy Holton Stewart
• Action required by December 2022
• Previously tabled on 6/16/22 and 7/21/22

The committee voted to table Ordinance O-183-22, which would amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code regarding use of Metro-owned parks, after discussion. The motion to table carried by voice vote, so no final action was taken on the ordinance.

• Tabled O-183-22 (parks fees ordinance) by voice vote

Budget Committee Regular

The Budget Committee is meeting to discuss pending legislation regarding the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Local Fiscal Recovery. The committee will consider an ordinance to replace funding for a specific housing project with ARP HOME funds.

• O-242-22: Replace $11,417,313 in funding for the Permanent Supportive Housing (LAT-51) project
• O-242-22: Add a new Shelter Renovations project to be administered by Develop Louisville

The Budget Committee recommended approval of an ordinance that replaces $11,417,313 in Permanent Supportive Housing (LAT-51) project funding with ARP HOME funds and adds a new Shelter Renovations project administered by Develop Louisville. The motion passed unanimously (10-0) and was sent to the Consent Calendar for the full Council meeting on August 25, 2022.

• Recommended approval of O-242-22, amending ARP second-round funding to replace $11,417,313 in Permanent Supportive Housing with ARP HOME funds and adding Shelter Renovations project (10-0)
• Sent O-242-22 to the Consent Calendar for full Council consideration on August 25, 2022

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Government Appropriations Committee is meeting to consider numerous appropriations of Neighborhood Development Funds and Capital Infrastructure Funds. Proposed spending covers local community organizations, youth programs, event sponsorships, and traffic calming measures such as speed humps and driver feedback signs. The committee is also reviewing a proposed ordinance requiring departments receiving council funding to pay any cost overages.

• Appropriated $2,071.54 from District 11 Neighborhood Development Funds to Blackacre Conservancy, Inc. for an entrance sign.
• Appropriated $25,000 from District 8 Capital Infrastructure Funds for six driver feedback signs on Highland Avenue, Willow Avenue, and Cherokee/Everett Avenue.
• Appropriated $12,115 from District 25 Capital Infrastructure Funds for speed humps and signs on El Prado Street.
• Appropriated $12,635 from District 1 Capital Infrastructure Funds for speed humps and signs on Huberta Drive.
• Considered an ordinance amending Chapter 39 of the LMCO to require metro departments to pay overages from estimated project amounts.

The Appropriations Committee approved several neighborhood development fund allocations and capital infrastructure projects. Two ordinances were amended and recommended for approval: one for South Louisville Community Ministries' Taste of South Louisville (total $9,500) and one for Moments Matter's Youth Day (total $9,450). A capital infrastructure fund for driver feedback signs was tabled, and two other items were held.

• Approved $2,071.54 to Blackacre Conservancy for entrance sign (voice vote)
• Approved $2,500 for Shively Area Ministries' annual banquet (voice vote)
• Approved $2,000 to Kosair Charities for Magic and the Wonder fundraiser (voice vote)
• Approved $625 to Louisville Free Public Library for Cyclouvia overtime (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of amended Ordinance 119-2022 for Taste of South Louisville, $9,500 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of amended Ordinance 118-2022 for Youth Day, $9,450 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 111-2022 for Highview Business Owners Association, $7,455.35 (6-0)
• Tabled $25,000 for driver feedback signs on Highland, Willow, and Cherokee/Everett avenues

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Public Safety Committee scheduled a regular meeting for August 17, 2022, but the meeting has been cancelled. The agenda contained standard procedural items such as a call to order, roll call, special discussion, and pending legislation, but no business was conducted.

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

This meeting was cancelled. The agenda had listed discussions on group violence intervention and ordinances regarding rental lead abatement and property fine reductions.

• Group Violence Intervention ("GVI") updates
• O-134-22: Ordinance requiring lead abatement of all rental housing units
• O-136-22: Ordinance relating to the reduction of fines and costs for owner occupied properties

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider several Detailed District Development Plans and waiver requests. These items involve commercial and residential projects across various Louisville Metro council districts.

• Proposed 5 story Hotel at 10300 Brookridge Village Blvd
• Detailed District Development Plan for Blankenbaker Station III Lot 7 at 2701 Constant Comment Place
• Landscape and sign waiver for a proposed Jack in the Box at 3232 Bardstown Road
• Sidewalk waiver for Louisville Country Club at 25 Mockingbird Valley Trail
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Shoppes at Lone Oak at 3501 Outer Loop

The Development Review Committee approved several development-related requests, including an extension for the Willow Grande project, a revised plan for the Quadrant Expansion, and a revised plan for the Shoppes at Lone Oak. The committee also approved waivers for the Humana Centerwell Senior Primary Care project and the proposed five-story hotel at Brookridge Village. All votes were unanimous among the three present commissioners, with two members absent.

• Approved extension of expiration for Willow Grande to September 1, 2024 (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved revised Detailed District Development Plan for Quadrant Expansion with conditions (3-0)
• Approved waiver for Quadrant Expansion to allow internal orientation, with enhanced landscaping (3-0)
• Approved waivers for Humana Centerwell Senior Primary Care (3-0)
• Approved revised Detailed District Development Plan for Blankenbaker Station III Lot 7 (3-0)
• Approved revised Detailed District Development Plan for Shoppes at Lone Oak (3-0)
• Approved waiver and recommended approval for Crossings at South Park (3-0)
• Approved waivers and revised plan for proposed five-story hotel at Brookridge Village (3-0)

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee will consider an ordinance amending Louisville Metro's lobbying rules, which has been tabled multiple times, along with several appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions. The agenda includes 11 personnel items and one ordinance, with the chair having discretion over which items are heard.

• Ordinance O-058-22 amending LMCO Chapter 21 on lobbying of Metro officers
• Appointment of Nicole Nally to Housing Authority Board (term expires 8/15/2023)
• Reappointment of Rev. Geoffrey Ellis to Housing Authority Board (term expires 8/15/2025)
• Reappointment of Ryan Bridgeman to Louisville Convention and Visitors Bureau (term expires 8/17/2025)
• Appointment of Kyle Rieber to Jeffersontown Fire Protection District Board (term expires 6/30/2023)

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee recommended several appointments and reappointments to various Metro boards for full Council review. One reappointment to the TARC Board was approved by a 5-3 vote, while an ordinance regarding the lobbying of Metro officers was held in committee.

• Recommended appointment of Nicole Nally to Housing Authority Board (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Rev. Geoffrey Ellis to Housing Authority Board (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Gena Harris to Housing Authority Board (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Mary Miles to Housing Authority Board (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Ryan Bridgeman to Louisville Convention and Visitors Bureau (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Chris Poynter to Louisville Convention and Visitors Bureau (voice vote)
• Recommended reappointment of Sarah Robbins to Louisville Convention and Visitors Bureau (voice vote)
• Approved reappointment of Carla Dearing to TARC Board (5-3)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss pending legislation regarding rental housing administration and storm water drainage definitions. The body will also consider the transfer of a government property deemed surplus.

• O-182-22: Ordinance regarding the registration of rental housing and enforcement duties
• R-093-22: Resolution to declare 3907 Bardstown Road as surplus property and authorize transfer
• O-197-22: Ordinance to define condominiums within the Comprehensive Storm Water Drainage Authority

The Public Works Committee voted to amend the rental housing registry ordinance (O-182-22) to add a provision about physical inspections, then tabled the ordinance. A separate resolution to declare 3907 Bardstown Road surplus remained tabled. The committee also tabled a storm water drainage ordinance (O-197-22) after discussion.

• Amended O-182-22 rental housing registry ordinance (4-1, with 1 present and 1 excused)
• Tabled O-182-22 rental housing registry ordinance (voice vote)
• R-093-22 surplus property resolution for 3907 Bardstown Road remained tabled
• Tabled O-197-22 storm water drainage ordinance (voice vote)

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee is reviewing several professional service contracts and a collective bargaining agreement. The body is deciding on funding for public health staffing, police consulting, and zoo internships.

• AT&T Corp. contract for 911 system support, upgrades, and maintenance: $3,500,000.00
• Collective bargaining agreement for Metro Emergency Services/MetroSafe employees (IBEW Local 369)
• Kentucky Nurses Association contract for COVID vaccine administration staff: $70,000.00
• BRWS Management LLC contract for LMPD Bureau of Accountability and Improvement consulting: $60,000.00
• KCTCS/University of Kentucky contract for Louisville Zoo mentor/internship program: $100,000.00

The committee recommended four resolutions for approval via voice vote, sending them to the Consent Calendar. These cover funding for a Louisville Zoo internship program, Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness clinic staff for COVID vaccines, a collective bargaining agreement for Metro Emergency Services employees, and consulting services for the Louisville Metro Police Department. A resolution for AT&T 911 system upgrades was untabled and moved to Old Business. Three other items regarding COVID testing and parking maintenance were held in committee.

• Recommended approval of $100,000 Louisville Zoo internship contract (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $70,000 Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness vaccine staffing contract (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of IBEW Local 369 collective bargaining agreement for Metro Emergency Services (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $60,000 Louisville Metro Police Department consulting contract (voice vote)
• Untabled $3,500,000 AT&T 911 system support contract; moved to Old Business (voice vote)
• Held R-108-22 Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness COVID testing contract in committee
• Held R-110-22 PARC parking meter replacement parts contract in committee
• Held R-112-22 PARC maintenance service contract in committee

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will decide on zoning ordinances for two properties: one at 805 South English Station Road (7.19 acres) and another at 4490 and 4492 Brownsboro Road (2.177 acres). The committee will also discuss amendments to truck parking requirements, floodplain regulations, and new zoning application processes for properties with delinquent taxes.

• Zoning change for 805 South English Station Road (7.19 acres, CASE NO. 22ZONE0049)
• Zoning change for 4490 and 4492 Brownsboro Road (2.177 acres, CASE NO. 22ZONE0022)
• Amendment to truck parking requirements (CASE NO. 21-LDC-0010)
• New floodplain regulation amendments (CASE NO. O-209-22)
• Revised district development plan for 8016 Shepherdsville Road (18.09 acres, CASE NO. 22DDP0001)

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended approval of five ordinances, including zoning changes at 805 South English Station Road, 4490/4492 Brownsboro Road, truck parking requirements, floodplain regulations, and a revised district development plan at 8016 Shepherdsville Road. Two ordinances remained held in committee. All recommendations were sent to the full Metro Council for the August 25, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended approval of O-237-22 (zoning at 805 S English Station Rd) as amended (7-0)
• Recommended approval of O-238-22 (zoning at 4490/4492 Brownsboro Rd) (7-0)
• Recommended approval of O-507-21 (truck parking requirements) (7-0)
• Recommended approval of O-209-22 (floodplain regulations) as amended (7-0)
• Recommended approval of O-175-22 (revised district development plan at 8016 Shepherdsville Rd) as amended (7-0)
• Held O-088-22 (evidence and basis for zoning decisions) in committee
• Held O-113-22 (zoning applications with delinquent taxes) in committee

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on 14 requests, including variances for setbacks, yard areas, and building height, as well as conditional use permits for short-term rentals. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from previous meetings and reports from standing committees.

• Variance to exceed maximum building height and encroach into front yard setback at 232 E. Jacob Street (LDG Land Holdings LLC)
• Variance for front yard setback for proposed 5-story hotel at 10300 Brookridge Village Blvd
• Conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 721 & 723 Henry Firpo Street, 4332 S. 3rd Street, 613 Briar Hill Road, and 914 South Shelby Street
• Variance to allow fence exceeding maximum height at Mike's Carwash, 2962 Breckenridge Lane
• Variances for additions encroaching into setbacks at 216, 218, and 220 N. 22nd Street (Elite Home Investments, LLC)

The Board of Zoning Adjustment approved several variances, including for residential additions and a multi-family project, and denied two short-term rental permits. One short-term rental permit was approved with conditions, and two cases were continued to later meetings.

• Approved variance to reduce private yard area at 3015 Taylor Blvd (4-0)
• Approved variance to exceed maximum setback at 8410-8422 Gateway Run Rd (4-0)
• Continued Hoertz Ave variance to Sept 12, 2022 (3-0-1)
• Approved variance for side landing/stairs at 1039 S. Hancock St (4-0)
• Denied short-term rental permit at 721 & 723 Henry Firpo St (4-0)
• Approved variance for addition at 216 N. 22nd St with conditions (4-0)
• Approved variance for addition at 220 N. 22nd St with conditions (4-0)
• Approved variances and development plan for Jacob St Multi-Family (4-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting to consider a lengthy agenda of property maintenance cases and one public nuisance appeal. The board will review individual cases at specific addresses, likely to determine compliance or impose penalties. The meeting includes standard items like call to order, approval of minutes, and old/new business.

• Property maintenance cases at 2321 Kentucky St, 5110 Pages Ln, 2222 Dumesnil St, and others
• Public nuisance appeal at 521 S. 22nd St
• Multiple cases on Dixie Highway (13815 and 13206)
• Two cases at 610 Valley College Dr and 1810 Magazine St
• Cases include addresses across Louisville, e.g., 801 15th St, 210 S. 28th St, 1009 S. 32nd St

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss an emergency resolution regarding wastewater services. The session includes a review of the Metro Council agenda and addresses to Council.

• Discussion of R-114-22: Interlocal cooperation agreement between Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government, the City of Hillview, and the Louisville and Jefferson County Metropolitan Sewer District

The committee held a special discussion regarding an emergency resolution for an interlocal cooperation agreement between Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government, the City of Hillview, and the Metropolitan Sewer District. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

The Land Development and Transportation Committee will review three zoning change requests at this meeting. Items include a rezoning for a senior living facility at 4922 Brownsboro Road, a subdivision plan for 10 lots at 7203 E Manslick Road, and a rezoning request for properties on Southside Drive and Steedly Drive.

• 22-ZONE-0061: Rezone 4922 Brownsboro Road from R-4 & C-N to OR-1 for senior living facility (Artis Senior Living of Louisville LLC)
• 22-RSUB-0005: Revised subdivision plan to create 10 lots on 11.19 acres at 7203 E Manslick Road (RLM Properties Inc.)
• 21-ZONE-0161: Rezone 6101-6107 Southside Drive and 101-111 Steedly Drive from R-5 to C-M (Teresa Nguyen & Justin Dihn)

The committee continued the Roseborough Lots major subdivision plan to August 25, 2022, to address waiver notice and road transition concerns. It also scheduled the 4922 Brownsboro Road rezoning (R-4 & C-N to OR-1) for an October 6, 2022 public hearing and the Southside Drive rezoning (R-5 to C-M) for a September 1, 2022 public hearing. Minutes from the July 28, 2022 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of July 28, 2022 meeting (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Continued 22-RSUB-0005 Roseborough Lots subdivision to Aug 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Scheduled 22-ZONE-0061 Brownsboro Road rezoning for Oct 6, 2022 public hearing
• Scheduled 21-ZONE-0161 Southside Drive rezoning for Sep 1, 2022 public hearing

Committee on Committees Regular

The Jefferson County Committee on Committees meets to review legislation assigned to various Metro Council committees. The agenda covers an interlocal wastewater agreement involving Hillview, multiple Neighborhood Development Fund appropriations, amendments to American Rescue Plan funding, a new open data policy, board appointments, contracts for public health, parking, the zoo, and police consulting, plus zoning matters.

• Resolution R-114-22: Interlocal agreement among Louisville Metro Government, Hillview, and MSD for wastewater services.
• Ordinance O-242-22: Replaces $11,417,313 in ARP funds for permanent supportive housing with ARP HOME funds and adds shelter renovations.
• Contract Resolution R-103-22: $100,000 amendment for a Louisville Zoo mentor/internship program contract with KCTCS/University of Kentucky Community College System, bringing the total to $200,000.
• Contract Resolution R-106-22: $70,000 amendment for COVID vaccine staffing with the Kentucky Nurses Association, bringing the total to $300,000.
• Zoning Ordinance O-237-22: Zoning and alternative connectivity plan for approximately 7.19 acres at 805 South English Station Road (Case No. 22ZONE0049).

The Committee on Committees met and assigned various pieces of legislation and board appointments to the appropriate standing committees. No final votes were taken on the items themselves; the committee only directed where each item would be reviewed. The meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m.

• Assigned R-114-22 (MSD interlocal agreement with Hillview) to Metro Council (Special Legislation)
• Assigned O-230-22, O-233-22, O-234-22 (Neighborhood Development Fund appropriations) to Appropriations Committee
• Assigned O-242-22 (ARP funding amendment) to Budget Committee
• Assigned O-243-22 (Open Data Policy) to Committee on Equity and Inclusion
• Assigned 7 board appointments (Cemetery, Convention Bureau, TARC, Fire District, Housing Authority, MSD) to Government Oversight and Audit Committee
• Assigned O-058-22 (lobbying ordinance) for reintroduction only
• Assigned R-103-22, R-106-22, R-108-22, R-110-22, R-111-22, R-112-22, R-113-22 (contracts and collective bargaining) to Labor and Economic Development Committee
• Assigned O-237-22 and O-238-22 (zoning cases) to Planning and Zoning Committee

VAPStat Joint Meeting Regular

The Louisville and Jefferson County Landbank Authority is meeting to discuss updates to its real estate disposition policies. The proposed changes aim to codify terms and conditions based on a Racial Equity Review conducted in May 2022.

• LBA Res 17, Series 2022: Proposed modifications to Real Estate Disposition Programs policies and procedures

The Board discussed several proposed property programs, including 'Lot On My Block' and 'Build Back Our Blocks.' The Board decided to delay the implementation of these programs to allow for more community engagement.

• Tabled Resolution 17, Series 2022 regarding new and revised disposition programs (Unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Code Enforcement Board is meeting to discuss new business regarding property maintenance. The board will review cases for 40 specific addresses.

• Property maintenance case: 4177 Reservior Ave
• Property maintenance case: 2639 Greenwood Ave
• Property maintenance case: 1736 Dixie Highway
• Property maintenance case: 10111 National Turnpike
• Property maintenance case: 3610 W. Broadway

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place as the meeting did not proceed.

Budget Committee Regular

The Budget Committee is meeting to consider two pending items: an ordinance approving a fifth round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) local fiscal recovery funding to various Louisville Metro departments for continued COVID-19 impact, and a resolution of official intent to finance capital projects through general obligation bonds and notes. Both items are assigned to the committee with action required by January 2023.

• O-223-22: Ordinance approving fifth round of ARP funding to various departments
• R-102-22: Resolution of intent to finance capital projects via general obligation bonds/notes
• Both items sponsored by Chair Bill Hollander (D-9); O-223-22 co-sponsored by Kevin Kramer (R-11)

The Budget Committee recommended approval of two items, sending them to the full Metro Council's Consent Calendar. The first, O-223-22, approves a fifth round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) local fiscal recovery funding for COVID-19 impacts. The second, R-102-22, states official intent to finance capital projects through general obligation bonds and notes. Both were approved by vote and will be heard by the full Council on August 11, 2022.

• Recommended approval of O-223-22, fifth round of ARP funding (vote carried, sent to Consent Calendar)
• Recommended approval of R-102-22, intent to issue general obligation bonds (voice vote, sent to Consent Calendar)

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

This Parks and Sustainability Committee meeting has been cancelled. The only listed item was a pending ordinance (O-183-22) to amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code regarding use of Metro-owned parks, which had been tabled and recommended for approval in prior meetings.

• O-183-22: ordinance amending Chapter 42 on use of Metro-owned parks
• Sponsors include Council members David James, Barbara Shanklin, Cindi Fowler, Nicole George, and Amy Holton Stewart
• Previously tabled on 6/16/22 and 7/21/22; recommended for approval on 7/21/22

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee of Louisville Metro Government cancelled its August 4, 2022 meeting. No votes or decisions were taken. The committee had previously tabled and then recommended approval of an ordinance amending park-use fees in Metro-owned parks, but no action was required at this meeting.

• Ordinance O-183-22 to amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code on park-use fees, tabled twice and recommended for approval on 7/21/22

Planning Commission Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 4, 2022, to consider several zoning and right-of-way cases. One case, an appeal of a binding element amendment for Old New Cut Road Apartments, will be continued to the August 18 meeting. Another zoning request for OVW 601 Presidents Blvd has been withdrawn. The commission will also hear a zoning change for Double R Trucking on Dixie Highway and a zoning change for Burnett Ridge Lofts in Douglass Hills, plus two street closure requests.

• Appeal of LD&T action to partially deny amendment to binding elements for Old New Cut Road Apartments at 6501 Old New Cut Road (continued to Aug 18)
• Withdrawn zoning change from R-6 to C-2 for OVW 601 Presidents Blvd at 601 Presidents Blvd
• Zoning change from R-4 & C-2 to C-2 & M-2 with waivers and street closure for Double R Trucking at 15009 & 15011 Dixie Highway
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A for Burnett Ridge Lofts at 600/604 Burnett Ridge Place
• Proposed closure of public right-of-way for alley east of S 5th St parallel to W Chestnut St

The Planning Commission approved a zoning change for Double R Trucking at 15009 & 15011 Dixie Highway, recommending it to the Louisville Metro Council. The commission also approved related waivers and the Detailed District Development Plan, and recommended closure of a public right-of-way for the same project. Other items included continuing two cases to August 18, 2022, and approving minutes.

• Approved form district change from NFD to SWFD for Double R Trucking (6-0)
• Recommended zoning change from R-4 & C-2 to C-2 & M-2 for Double R Trucking to Metro Council (6-0)
• Approved three waivers for Double R Trucking (6-0)
• Approved Detailed District Development Plan with Binding Elements for Double R Trucking (6-0)
• Recommended closure of public right-of-way for Double R Trucking to Metro Council (6-0)
• Recommended closure of alley east of S 5th St at W Chestnut St to Metro Council (6-0)
• Continued Old New Cut Road Apartments appeal to August 18, 2022 (6-0)
• Continued Burnett Ridge Lofts zoning request to August 18, 2022 (6-0)

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Appropriations Committee is meeting to consider multiple neighborhood development fund (NDF) and capital infrastructure fund (CIF) appropriations, plus an ordinance amendment. Items include funding for counseling at Southern High School, homeless services, speed hump installations, and a proposal requiring departments to pay cost overruns on council-funded projects.

• $7,000 NDF to Jefferson County Public Education Foundation for counseling at Southern High School Youth Service Center
• $10,000 NDF to Coalition for the Homeless for Project Stand Down
• $12,375 CIF for speed humps on Wilart Drive and McCloskey Avenue
• $8,920 CIF for speed humps on 1900 block of West Madison Street
• O-167-22: ordinance to require departments to pay overages on council-funded projects

The Appropriations Committee recommended approval of an ordinance appropriating $7,000 from District 24 Neighborhood Development Funds to the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation for counseling services at Southern High School's Youth Service Center. The committee also approved several other neighborhood development and capital infrastructure fund appropriations, including funds for speed humps, a homeless services program, and community events. One capital infrastructure fund item was tabled and later approved, and an ordinance regarding overages was tabled.

• Recommended approval of O-214-22, $7,000 for counseling at Southern High School (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of O-228-22, $10,000 for Project Stand Down homeless services (7-0)
• Approved $600 for Legal Aid Society 'Ask a Lawyer' clinic (voice vote)
• Approved $12,375 for speed humps on Wilart Drive and McCloskey Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved $8,920 for speed humps on West Madison Street (voice vote)
• Approved $7,685 for speed humps on South 31st Street (voice vote)
• Approved $4,999 for Molo Village Festival (voice vote)
• Approved $600 for LMPD 5th Division National Night Out, amended to add $200 from District 7 (voice vote)

Clifton Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Clifton Architectural Review Committee is holding a regular in-person meeting on August 3, 2022, at the Metro Development Center. The agenda lists no specific cases or decisions, only meeting logistics and public participation instructions. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive items detailed.

• In-person meeting at Metro Development Center, Room 101, 444 S. 5th Street, Louisville, KY
• Virtual participation available via louisvilleky.gov link
• Public can sign up to speak for or against cases
• Contact Planning & Design Services at 502-574-6230 for questions

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss pending legislation, specifically an ordinance amending Louisville Metro Code Section 36.03 regarding participation in the Kentucky Law Enforcement Foundation Program Fund. The committee may hear and act on this item, though the chair has discretion over which items are addressed.

• O-210-22: Ordinance amending LMCO 36.03 relating to participation in the Kentucky Law Enforcement Foundation Program Fund, sponsored by David James (D-6) and Mark H. Fox (D-13)

The Public Safety Committee voted 6-0 to recommend approval of Ordinance O-210-22, which amends Louisville Metro Code Section 36.03 regarding participation in the Kentucky Law Enforcement Foundation Program Fund. The ordinance was sent to the Consent Calendar for the full Metro Council meeting on August 11, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of O-210-22 amending LMCO 36.03 on KY Law Enforcement Foundation Program Fund (6-0)
• Sent O-210-22 to Consent Calendar for August 11, 2022 Council meeting

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee is meeting to discuss pending legislation, including an ordinance requiring lead abatement of all rental housing units in Louisville Metro. The committee will also consider an ordinance to reduce fines and costs for owner-occupied properties and a resolution supporting a stamp honoring Muhammad Ali. The agenda includes a special discussion with One West and several items that have been previously held or tabled.

• Ordinance O-134-22: Amends Chapter 119 and creates Chapter 167 to require lead abatement of all rental housing units in Louisville Metro
• Ordinance O-136-22: Amends Chapter 156 to reduce fines and costs for owner-occupied properties
• Resolution R-107-22: Supports issuing a stamp to honor Muhammad Ali
• Special discussion: One West update by Evon Smith

The committee recommended approval of a resolution supporting a U.S. postage stamp honoring Muhammad Ali, sending it to the full Metro Council. Two other items—a lead abatement ordinance and a fine reduction ordinance—remained held or tabled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of R-107-22 supporting a Muhammad Ali stamp (voice vote)
• Held O-134-22 requiring lead abatement of rental housing units
• Tabled O-136-22 reducing fines and costs for owner-occupied properties

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider amendments and development plans for several properties. The body will review requests for binding element amendments, district development plans, and building waivers.

• Binding Element Amendment for Signature Point Fence at 14101-14611 Harkaway Ave
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan with Waivers for 7727 St Andrews Church Rd
• Revised General District Development Plan for Hurstbourne Station at 7300 Hurstbourne Pkwy
• Building Façade, Sidewalk, and VUA/LBA Screening Waivers for UPS Flight Simulator Facility Addition at 819 Lotus Ave

The Development Review Committee approved a revised detailed district development plan with two waivers for a property at 7727 St Andrews Church Rd, despite opposition from nearby residents concerned about traffic, flooding, and private road maintenance. The committee also approved a binding element amendment for the Signature Point Fence project, a revised general district development plan for Hurstbourne Station, and three waivers for the UPS Flight Simulator Facility Addition. The July 20, 2022 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved revised detailed district development plan for 7727 St Andrews Church Rd (5-0)
• Approved waiver 22-WAIVER-0115 to reduce buffer along western property line to 9.5 feet (5-0)
• Approved waiver 22-WAIVER-0116 to allow buffer overlap with drainage easement/detention basin (5-0)
• Approved binding element amendment for Signature Point Fence at 14101-14611 Harkaway Ave (5-0)
• Approved revised general district development plan for Hurstbourne Station at 7300 Hurstbourne Pkwy (5-0)
• Approved waiver 22-WAIVER-0060 to not provide sidewalks along Lotus Ave, conditioned on Phase 3 (5-0)
• Approved waiver 22-WAIVER-0093 to not provide 3 ft continuous screen along Lotus Ave (5-0)
• Approved waiver 22-WAIVER-0094 for building facade material variation (5-0)

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee will consider multiple appointments to boards and committees, including the Tree Advisory Committee, Waterfront Development Corporation Board, Fern Creek Fire Protection District Board, Board of Health, and Board of Zoning Adjustment. The committee will also take up an ordinance amending the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances relating to lobbying of Metro officers, which has been previously amended and tabled.

• Appointment of Dr. Tamara Sluss to the Tree Advisory Committee (term expires Nov 29, 2024)
• Appointment of Kristen English to the Tree Advisory Committee (term expires Nov 29, 2024)
• Appointment of Inga Arvin to the Waterfront Development Corporation Board (term expires Jul 31, 2025)
• Reappointment of William Brandt Ford to the Board of Zoning Adjustment (term expires Jun 30, 2025)
• Ordinance O-058-22 amending LMCO Chapter 21 regarding lobbying of Metro officers

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee recommended 13 appointments and reappointments to various boards, all sent to the Consent Calendar for full Council approval. The lobbying ordinance (O-058-22) remained tabled in committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Dr. Tamara Sluss to Tree Advisory Committee (voice vote)
• Recommended Kristen English to Tree Advisory Committee (voice vote)
• Recommended Inga Arvin to Waterfront Development Corporation (voice vote)
• Recommended Joshua Watkins to Waterfront Development Corporation (voice vote)
• Recommended Kevin Fields reappointment to Waterfront Development Corporation (voice vote)
• Recommended Larry Ash to Fern Creek Fire Protection District Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Daniel Hoskins to Fern Creek Fire Protection District Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Dr. Patricia Bautista-Cervera to Board of Health (voice vote)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee will consider three items: declaring 3907 Bardstown Road surplus and authorizing its transfer, amending the storm water code to define condominiums, and amending rental housing registration rules to assign enforcement duties to the Director of Codes and Regulations. The rental housing item was previously recommended for approval but tabled, and may be revisited.

• Resolution R-093-22: Declare 3907 Bardstown Road surplus and authorize transfer
• Ordinance O-197-22: Amend Section 50.57 to define condominiums in storm water code
• Ordinance O-182-22: Amend Chapter 119 to assign rental housing registry enforcement to Director of Codes and Regulations
• O-182-22 was tabled on 7/19/22 after being recommended for approval

The committee voted to table two items after untabling them for discussion. One ordinance regarding condominium definitions in storm water drainage remained held in committee.

• Tabled R-093-22 regarding surplus property at 3907 Bardstown Road (voice vote)
• Tabled O-182-22 regarding rental housing registration administration (voice vote)
• Held O-197-22 regarding condominium definitions in storm water drainage

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Government's Labor and Economic Development Committee will discuss pending legislation including various sole source contracts, professional service agreements, and a collective bargaining agreement. Items on the agenda cover funding for Metrosafe 911 system support, public health services, and departmental operations.

• Resolution R-090-22: Sole source contract with Outfront Media LLC for $60,000.00 for an Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods media campaign.
• Resolution R-091-22: Collective bargaining agreement for June 23, 2022 through June 30, 2028 with the National Conference of Firemen & Oilers District of Local 32BJ/SEIU Chapter 320.
• Resolution R-095-22: Sole source contract with Alliance Consulting Services LLC for $36,000.00 for Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness evaluation services.
• Resolution R-096-22: Sole source contract with AT&T Corp. for $3,500,000.00 for Metrosafe 911 system support, upgrades, maintenance, and installation.
• Resolution R-097-22: Amendment to professional service contract for Dr. Jeffrey Howard, Jr., M.D. for $256,013.00 for a new not-to-exceed amount of $416,021.00 to serve as Medical Director and Director of Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness.

The Labor and Economic Development Committee recommended approval of seven resolutions, including contracts for a trauma resilient community media campaign, a collective bargaining agreement, Healthy Start evaluation services, federal affairs assistance, CPR materials, and a bloodwork analysis device. The committee tabled the $3.5 million AT&T 911 system support contract for further discussion. An amended contract for the LMPHW medical director was also approved and sent to Old Business.

• Recommended approval of $60,000 OUTFRONT Media contract for trauma resilient community program (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of collective bargaining agreement with Firemen & Oilers Local 32BJ/SEIU Chapter 320 (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $36,000 Alliance Consulting contract for Healthy Start evaluation (voice vote)
• Tabled $3.5 million AT&T 911 system support contract (voice vote)
• Amended and recommended approval of Dr. Jeffrey Howard contract, new not-to-exceed $416,021 (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $60,000 Simon and Company federal affairs assistance contract (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $300,000 American Heart Association CPR materials contract (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of $85,000 IDEXX bloodwork analysis device contract (voice vote)

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review and vote on six zoning-change ordinances for properties across Louisville, including a denial at 10212 and 10302 Oak Grove Road. The committee will also discuss updates to the Butchertown-Phoenix Hill-Nulu neighborhood plan, truck parking requirements, and floodplain regulations.

• Deny rezoning at 10212 and 10302 Oak Grove Road (68.57 acres)
• Approve Butchertown-Phoenix Hill-Nulu neighborhood plan amendment to Plan 2040
• Amend truck parking requirements in Metro Land Development Code
• Amend floodplain regulations in LMCO Chapter 157
• Close portion of Fegenbush Lane near 5905 Fegenbush Lane (3.87 acres)

The committee recommended approval of seven ordinances, including several rezoning cases, a neighborhood plan amendment, a truck parking code change, and a street closure. All recommendations passed unanimously (7-0). One ordinance was tabled, and three items remained held in committee.

• Recommended approval of rezoning at 10212 and 10302 Oak Grove Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Butchertown-Phoenix Hill-NuLu Neighborhood Plan amendment (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 1118 South Shelby Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 2702 Chamberlain Lane and 3120/3200 Collins Lane (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 2612 South English Station Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 3200-3208 Maldon Court and 5714-5746 Maldon Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval of truck parking requirements ordinance, as amended (7-0)
• Tabled revised district development plan for 8016 Shepherdsville Road

Planning Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Planning Committee is meeting to consider two Land Development Code (LDC) amendment proposals. The first, 22-LDC-0003, concerns Changing Image Signs, and the second, 22-LDC-0004, involves W-2 zoning amendments. Both apply to all jurisdictions with zoning authority. The meeting is held online via Webex, with public participation available through the city's website.

• 22-LDC-0003: Changing Image Signs LDC Amendments
• 22-LDC-0004: W-2 LDC Amendments
• Both amendments apply to all jurisdictions with zoning authority
• Public can sign up to speak via louisvilleky.gov/government/upcoming-public-meetings

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider several variance requests regarding yard areas and setbacks. The board will also review a conditional use permit for a short-term rental property.

• Variance to reduce private yard area at 3015 Taylor Blvd
• Variance to exceed maximum setback at 8410 - 8422 Gateway Run Road
• Variance for a deck to encroach into side and front yard setbacks at 1314 Hoertz Avenue
• Variance for an accessory structure setback at 9300 Michael Edward Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental at 721 & 723 Henry Firpo Street

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment held a public hearing on August 1, 2022, but due to lack of quorum, no actions were taken on any cases heard. Testimony was heard on several variance requests and a conditional use permit, but all were deferred. One case was continued to the August 29, 2022 meeting.

• No actions taken on any cases due to lack of quorum
• Case 22-VARIANCE-0076 continued to August 29, 2022 hearing
• All other cases heard but no vote taken

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting to address property maintenance violations. The agenda lists 40 cases, each with an address and case type of PROPERTY MAINTENANCE, under new business. The board will also call the meeting to order, approve minutes, and handle old business before adjourning.

• 40 property maintenance cases listed
• Cases include 3020 Hale Avenue, 1843 Bank Street, 3527 Dumesnil Street
• Other addresses: 3843 Muhammad Ali Blvd, 915 Winkler Ave, 6542 Estelle Ave
• Cases also at 13900 Bearcamp Road, 11205 Blue Lick Road, 8005 Beulah Church Road
• Meeting at Metro Development Center, 444 S. 5th St., Louisville

Metro Council Regular

The Jefferson County Metro Council will hold a virtual meeting to consider several zoning ordinances, budget transfers, and resolutions. Items include zoning changes for properties on East Oak Street, Stonestreet Road, and North Crestmoor Avenue, as well as transfers of funds between neighborhood development and capital infrastructure accounts. The council will also vote on resolutions to eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products and diapers, and to recognize the Original Highlands Neighborhood Association.

• $125,000 transfer from District 11 Neighborhood Development Fund to Capital Infrastructure Fund
• Zoning changes proposed for 905 East Oak Street (0.086 acres)
• Zoning changes proposed for 10310 & 10312 Stonestreet Road (3.6 acres)
• Zoning change proposed for 100 North Crestmoor Avenue (0.295 acres)
• Resolution urging Kentucky Legislature to eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products and diapers

The Louisville Metro Council approved the consent calendar, which included a $125,000 budget transfer from District 11's Neighborhood Development Fund to its Capital Infrastructure Fund, resolutions urging the Kentucky legislature to eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products and diapers, and several board appointments. The council also passed ordinances for zoning changes at multiple properties, including 905 East Oak Street, 10310/10312 Stonestreet Road, and 100 North Crestmoor Avenue. A resolution to amend the council's social media policy was tabled.

• Approved consent calendar (23-0), including O-204-22 budget transfer of $125,000 from District 11 NDF to CIF
• Adopted R-080-22 and R-081-22 urging Kentucky legislature to eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products and diapers
• Passed O-188-22 zoning change at 905 East Oak Street (22-0, 1 absent)
• Passed O-194-22 zoning change at 10310/10312 Stonestreet Road (23-0)
• Passed O-206-22 zoning change at 100 North Crestmoor Avenue (23-0)
• Tabled R-088-22 regarding Metro Council social media account usage
• Adopted R-092-22 as amended, calling for a report on best practices for late-night business safety
• Approved O-202-22 and O-203-22 appropriating neighborhood development funds for St. Joseph Children's Home and Buy Local Fair

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

This meeting is primarily procedural. The committee is scheduled to review and approve the minutes from the July 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of July 14, 2022 LDT Minutes

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the upcoming Metro Council agenda and hear a special discussion on the University of Louisville Intern Program presented by David Imbroscio. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific ordinances or contracts listed for action.

• Special discussion: University of Louisville Intern Program (ID 22-0919)
• Review of Metro Council Agenda for July 28, 2022 (ID 22-1016)
• Addresses to Council for July 28, 2022 (ID 22-1017)

The Committee of the Whole met to review the Metro Council agenda for July 28, 2022. Item 42 (RP071922KB) was moved from Old Business to the Consent Calendar. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with a special discussion on the University of Louisville Intern Program and announcements from the Council President.

• Moved Item 42 (RP071922KB) from Old Business to Consent Calendar
• Adjourned meeting at 5:34 p.m. without objection

Committee on Committees Regular

The Committee on Committees is meeting to assign various ordinances, resolutions, and appointments to specific legislative committees. The items include funding requests, zoning changes, and professional service contracts.

• Contract for AT&T Corp. for 911 system support, upgrades, and maintenance for $3,500,000.00
• Appropriation of $10,000 from Neighborhood Development Funds to the Coalition for the Homeless, Inc.
• Contract for Dr. Jeffrey Howard, Jr., M.D. as LMPHW Medical Director for $256,013.00
• Zoning changes for properties at 1118 South Shelby Street, 2702 Chamberlain Lane, and 2612 South English Station Road
• Contract for American Heart Association, Inc. for EMS materials for $300,000.00

The Committee on Committees met on July 26, 2022, but a quorum was not established (only 2 of 5 members present). The committee read numerous pieces of legislation into the record and assigned them to various committees, but took no formal votes. Two resolutions (R-088-22 and R-089-22) were forwarded to the full Council without recommendation due to the lack of a quorum. The meeting adjourned at 4:18 p.m.

• Forwarded R-088-22 (social media policy) to Council without recommendation (no quorum)
• Forwarded R-089-22 (victims of crime leave) to Council without recommendation (no quorum)
• Assigned 25 items to committees (no vote taken)
• Reassigned R-096-22 and R-099-22 to Labor and Economic Development Committee at member request

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The committee is meeting to discuss and decide on pending legislation regarding property zoning and neighborhood recognition. The session includes reviews of three specific land-use cases and one neighborhood association resolution.

• Zoning ordinance for 905 East Oak Street (Case No. 22ZONE0009)
• Zoning ordinance for 10310 and 10312 Stonestreet Road (Case No. 21ZONE0150)
• Zoning ordinance for 100 North Crestmoor Avenue (Case No. 20ZONE0126)
• Resolution to recognize the Original Highlands Neighborhood Association and its official map

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended approval of zoning changes for properties at 905 East Oak Street, 10310/10312 Stonestreet Road, and 100 North Crestmoor Avenue, all with 6-0 votes (Engel excused). The committee also recommended approval of a resolution recognizing the Original Highlands Neighborhood Association and its official neighborhood map. All items were sent to the full Metro Council for final action on July 28, 2022.

• Recommended approval of zoning at 905 East Oak Street (6-0, Engel excused)
• Recommended approval of zoning at 10310 & 10312 Stonestreet Road (6-0, Engel excused)
• Recommended approval of resolution recognizing Original Highlands Neighborhood Association (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of zoning at 100 North Crestmoor Avenue (6-0, Engel excused)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on five variance requests and six conditional use permit applications. The variances involve setbacks and fence heights at residential properties, while the conditional use permits include five short-term rental requests and one for a private institutional use at St. Bernard Catholic Church. The meeting is in-person with virtual participation options.

• Variance for accessory structure encroachment at 7117 Rainbow Drive
• Variance for addition encroachment at 1104 Samuel Street
• Variance for fence height over 48 inches at 431 Kentucky Avenue and 6201 Cutter Drive
• Conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 3014 Curran Road, 104 W. Florence Avenue, 538 Caldwell Street, 3505 Hughes Road, and 1929 Richmond Drive
• Conditional use permit for private institutional use at 7501 Tangelo Drive (St. Bernard Catholic Church)

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved five conditional use permits for short-term rentals, one conditional use permit for a church pavilion, and three variances for setbacks and fence height. One fence variance was denied. One case was continued to a later meeting due to issues with MSD.

• Approved short-term rental CUP at 3014 Curran Road (5-0)
• Approved short-term rental CUP at 104 W. Florence Avenue (5-0)
• Approved short-term rental CUP at 538 Caldwell Street with relief from 600-foot rule (5-0)
• Approved short-term rental CUP at 3505 Hughes Road (5-0)
• Approved CUP for St. Bernard Catholic Church pavilion at 7501 Tangelo Drive (5-0)
• Approved variance at 7117 Rainbow Drive for 1-ft front yard setback encroachment (3-2)
• Approved variance at 1104 Samuel Street for 3-ft side yard setback encroachment (5-0)
• Approved variance at 628 Country Club Road for 18-ft rear yard setback encroachment (5-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Code Enforcement Board is meeting to review a series of cases regarding property maintenance. The board will also hear appeals related to demolition and public nuisances.

• Property maintenance cases for 416 Magnolia Ave #1 and 1331 Preston Street
• Demo appeal for 914 Louis Coleman Jr Drive
• Public nuisance appeals for 4800 Preston Highway
• Public nuisance appeals for 4308 Fegenbush Lane and 1871 Berry Blvd
• Property maintenance cases for 11205 Pyramid Road and 2300 Magazine Street

Budget Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Government Budget Committee scheduled a regular meeting for July 21, 2022, but the meeting has been cancelled. The agenda consisted of standard procedural items including a Call to Order, Roll Call, Special Discussion, and Adjournment.

Planning Commission Regular

The Planning Commission will consider several zoning change requests and a text amendment to the Waterfront District. The body will also receive an update on Land Development Code reform.

• Text amendment to the Land Development Code for the W-2 Waterfront District
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A at 805 S English Station Road
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A at 4490 and 4492 Brownsboro Rd
• Zoning change from PEC to C-2 for an Acura Dealership at 11700 Plantside Dr
• Continued zoning request for 969 Barret Avenue to August 18, 2022

The Planning Commission approved minutes from two prior hearings and recommended zoning changes for three properties to the Louisville Metro Council or City of Jeffersontown. It also continued one zoning case to August 18, 2022, and received an informational update on the Land Development Code reform. All votes were unanimous or near-unanimous.

• Approved minutes from June 30 and July 7, 2022 hearings (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution 2022-02 amending W-2 Waterfront District text (7-0)
• Continued 20-ZONE-0037 (969 Barret Ave) to August 18, 2022 (10-0)
• Recommended approval of 22-ZONE-0049 (805 S English Station Rd) zoning change (10-0)
• Approved variance for 22-ZONE-0049 (10-0)
• Recommended denial of alternative connectivity plan for 22-ZONE-0049 (8-2)
• Approved detailed district development plan for 22-ZONE-0049 (10-0)
• Recommended approval of 22-ZONE-0022 (4490/4492 Brownsboro Rd) zoning change, waiver, and plan (10-0 each)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Jefferson County Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will hold a special discussion on how the American Rescue Plan equity accelerator team will distribute funds. The meeting is virtual and chaired by Jecorey Arthur.

• Special discussion: American Rescue Plan Equity - The Accelerator Team (ID 22-0950)

The committee held a special discussion regarding the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and the Louisville Accelerator Team. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission Regular

The Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission will hold its regular meeting online to review and vote on the approval of the minutes from the May 19, 2022 session. No substantive preservation decisions or public hearings are listed on this procedural agenda.

The commission approved the minutes from its May 19, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; staff reported on an award and upcoming public input meetings for design guidelines.

• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss two proposed ordinances amending Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances. The items focus on park usage fees and the management of Metro-owned golf courses.

• O-183-22: Ordinance amending Chapter 42 regarding use of Metro owned parks and park fees
• O-208-22: Ordinance regarding the RFP process for golf course management and procedures to close, repurpose, lease, or sell Metro-owned golf courses

The committee tabled an ordinance (O-183-22) that would amend Chapter 42 regarding park fees, after discussion about budget impacts and fee waivers. They approved an ordinance (O-208-22) amending the golf course management RFP process and procedures for closing, repurposing, leasing, or selling Metro-owned golf courses, sending it to the consent calendar.

• Tabled O-183-22 (park fees ordinance) by voice vote
• Approved O-208-22 (golf course RFP and repurposing process) 5-0, sent to consent calendar

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Jefferson County Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss two pending ordinances regarding Louisville Metro parks and golf courses. The committee will review proposed amendments to Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances concerning park use and fees, as well as the process for golf course management RFPs, leasing, selling, or repurposing.

• Ordinance O-183-22: Amending Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding the use of and fees for Metro-owned parks.
• Ordinance O-208-22: Amending Chapter 42 regarding the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for golf course management and procedures to close, repurpose, lease, or sell a Metro-owned golf course.

The Parks and Sustainability Committee tabled O-183-22, which would amend Chapter 42 regarding use of Metro-owned parks, after discussion about fees, budget impacts, and event definitions. The committee recommended approval of O-208-22, which amends the RFP process for golf course management and procedures for closing, repurposing, leasing, or selling Metro-owned golf courses, sending it to the Consent Calendar.

• Tabled O-183-22 (parks fees ordinance) by voice vote
• Recommended approval of O-208-22 (golf course RFP and repurposing) (5-0)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Jefferson County committee reviews two ordinances and two resolutions. One ordinance would require lead abatement in all rental housing units, while another would reduce fines for owner-occupied properties. Two resolutions urge the Kentucky legislature to eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products and diapers.

• Ordinance O-134-22: Require lead abatement in all rental housing units
• Ordinance O-136-22: Amend Chapter 156 to reduce fines and costs for owner-occupied properties
• Resolution R-080-22: Urge KY legislature to eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products
• Resolution R-081-22: Urge KY legislature to eliminate sales tax on diapers

The committee recommended approval of two resolutions urging Kentucky legislators to eliminate sales and use taxes on feminine hygiene products (R-080-22) and diapers (R-081-22), both sent to the Consent Calendar. Two other items—an ordinance to reduce fines for owner-occupied properties (O-136-22) and an ordinance requiring lead abatement in rental housing (O-134-22)—remained tabled or held in committee with no action. The meeting adjourned at 2:08 p.m.

• Recommended approval of R-080-22 (eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products) via voice vote, sent to Consent Calendar
• Recommended approval of R-081-22 (eliminate sales tax on diapers) via voice vote, sent to Consent Calendar
• O-136-22 (reduce fines for owner-occupied properties) remained tabled in committee
• O-134-22 (lead abatement in rental housing) remained held in committee

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider several revised district development plans. The body will review requests for projects including a child care center and residential developments.

• Revised District Development Plan for Ivybrook Academy child care center at 13550 La Grange Road
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Blankenbaker Station II Lot 27 at 13001 Plantside Drive
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Flats at Bardstown at 2044/2100 Buechel Bank Road, 4134 R Bardstown Road, and 4144 Bardstown Road
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan with amenity area review for Quadrant III at Schutte Station Place
• Withdrawal of pedestrian connection and building design waivers for City Barbeque at 4027 Poplar Level Road

The Development Review Committee approved a revised district development plan for a child care center at 13550 La Grange Road, including a waiver to omit a landscape buffer. The committee also approved revised plans for Toyota Material Handling, Flats at Bardstown, and Quadrant III, and withdrew a request for City Barbeque. All votes were unanimous among present members.

• Approved Ivybrook Academy revised district development plan with binding elements (4-0)
• Approved landscape buffer waiver for Ivybrook Academy (4-0)
• Approved Toyota Material Handling revised district development plan (4-0)
• Approved Flats at Bardstown revised district development plan with condition to widen access road to 20 feet (4-0)
• Approved Quadrant III amenity area and revised district development plan (4-0)
• Withdrawn: City Barbeque pedestrian connection and building design waiver
• Approved July 6, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, Carlson abstaining)

Clifton Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Clifton Architectural Review Committee will meet online to review case 22-COA-0137, which requests approval of extensive exterior changes made to a property at 138 William St. The case is being reviewed after the changes were completed.

• Case 22-COA-0137: After-the-fact review of exterior changes at 138 William St.

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Public Safety Committee will hear a special discussion on the Group Violence Intervention (GVI) update from Keith Talley and Dondre Jefferson. The committee will also receive a presentation from LMPD Chief Erika Shields on the department's preparedness and training for mass shooting incidents. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is informational.

• Group Violence Intervention (GVI) update presented by Keith Talley (Community Building) and Dondre Jefferson (Metro Parks)
• LMPD Chief Erika Shields to present on preparedness and training for mass shooting incidents (ID 22-0910)
• Discussion item ID 22-0949 listed for GVI update

The Public Safety Committee met and received updates on the Group Violence Intervention (GVI) program and LMPD's preparedness for mass shooting incidents. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• Heard GVI program update from Metro Parks and Community Building
• Heard LMPD active shooter preparedness update from Chief Erika Shields
• Adjourned at 4:22 p.m.

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Appropriations Committee is meeting to consider several appropriations from district capital infrastructure and neighborhood development funds, including funding for the Parkland Plaza project, solar-powered driver feedback signs, and community events. The committee will also review ordinances amending the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget and a proposal to require departments to pay cost overruns on council-funded projects.

• $4,500 from District 1 capital infrastructure funds to complete Parkland Plaza project
• $19,696.30 from District 9 capital infrastructure funds for four solar-powered driver feedback signs on Payne Street
• $4,100 from multiple district neighborhood development funds for St. Joseph Children's Home annual picnic fundraiser
• $1,000 from District 9 neighborhood development funds for 2022 Buy Local Fair
• $125,000 transfer from District 11 neighborhood development fund to capital infrastructure fund

The Appropriations Committee approved several funding measures, including a $6,000 appropriation for the St. Joseph Children's Home annual picnic fundraiser and a $10,500 appropriation for the 2022 Buy Local Fair. Both ordinances were amended to increase the amounts and were sent to the full Council for final approval. The committee also approved a $125,000 budget transfer from District 11's Neighborhood Development Fund to its Capital Infrastructure Fund, and approved or repealed several smaller district fund appropriations. One ordinance requiring departments to pay overages was held in committee.

• Approved $4,500 from District 1 Capital Infrastructure Funds for Parkland Plaza project (voice vote)
• Approved $5,000 from District 4 Neighborhood Development Funds for 'I Was Here' project (voice vote)
• Repealed $1,900 from District 9 Neighborhood Development Funds for Crescent Hill Fourth of July celebration (voice vote)
• Approved $19,696.30 from District 9 Capital Infrastructure Funds for solar-powered driver feedback signs on Payne Street (voice vote)
• Approved amended ordinance appropriating $6,000 from multiple district Neighborhood Development Funds to St. Joseph Catholic Orphan Society for annual picnic fundraiser (7-0)
• Approved amended ordinance appropriating $10,500 from multiple district Neighborhood Development Funds to Louisville Independent Business Alliance for 2022 Buy Local Fair (7-0)
• Approved ordinance transferring $125,000 from District 11 Neighborhood Development Fund to Capital Infrastructure Fund (7-0)
• Held in committee ordinance requiring departments to pay overages on funded projects

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee is meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding the lobbying of Metro officers. The body will also consider several appointments and reappointments to city boards and commissions.

• Ordinance O-058-22 to amend Chapter 21 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding the lobbying of Metro officers
• Resolution R-085-22 to amend Rule 6.03 of the Rules of the Legislative Council regarding the submission of legislation
• Appointments to the Nulu Review Overlay District Committee, Jeffersontown Fire Protection District Board, and Cemetery Board
• Reappointments to the Ethics Commission
• Reappointments to the Kentuckiana Works - Greater Louisville Workforce Development Board

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee recommended several appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions, sending them to the Consent Calendar. The committee also discussed and amended a proposed ordinance on lobbying Metro officers, but ultimately tabled it. A resolution amending legislative rules was untabled and sent to the Consent Calendar.

• Recommended Andrea Lauago to Nulu Review Overlay District Committee (voice vote)
• Recommended Lesley Graff-Vincent to Jeffersontown Fire Protection District Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Gina Schodrowski to Cemetery Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Kelli Morris, Delores Pregliasco, Robert Boyd, Michael Oyler to Ethics Commission (voice votes; Oyler 9-0-1, Holton Stewart abstained)
• Recommended Kim Blanding, Stacey Wade, Chris Schremser, Dr. Ty Handy to Kentuckiana Works Board (voice votes; Blanding 9-0-1, Fox abstained)
• Amended O-058-22 (lobbying ordinance) by substitution (voice vote)
• Tabled O-058-22 (lobbying ordinance) (voice vote)
• Untabled and sent R-085-22 (legislative rules amendment) to Consent Calendar (voice vote)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee will hear updates on Metro's garbage/recycling cart and large item pickup services, then consider two pending ordinances: one amending rental housing registration duties and another defining condominiums in stormwater drainage code. The agenda is substantive, with two ordinances assigned to the committee and action required by December 2022.

• Discussion of garbage/recycling cart and large item pickup with Solid Waste Management Services
• Ordinance O-182-22 amending Chapter 119 to assign rental housing registry enforcement to Codes and Regulations director
• Ordinance O-197-22 amending Section 50.57 to define condominiums in Comprehensive Storm Water Drainage Authority

The committee discussed updates on garbage/recycling cart and large item pickup services, with appointments starting March 6, 2023. The rental housing registry ordinance (O-182-22) was tabled after discussion, and the condominium storm water ordinance (O-197-22) remained held in committee. No final approvals were made.

• Tabled rental housing registry ordinance O-182-22 (motion carried without objection)
• Held condominium storm water ordinance O-197-22 in committee
• Discussed garbage/recycling cart and large item pickup updates; no action taken

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will consider a resolution to declare a property at 664 South Fifth Street as surplus and authorize its transfer. The item, sponsored by Councilmember Jecorey Arthur, was assigned to this committee and requires action by December 2022.

• R-087-22: Resolution to declare 664 South Fifth Street surplus and authorize transfer

The committee voted to recommend approval of R-087-22, declaring 664 South Fifth Street surplus and authorizing its transfer back to Gannett to facilitate the sale of the Courier Journal printing press property. The transfer is tied to terminating a 2001 bond issue, with the bonds paid off at transfer. The resolution was sent to the Consent Calendar for the full Council meeting on July 28, 2022.

• Recommended approval of R-087-22 to declare 664 South Fifth Street surplus and authorize transfer (voice vote)
• Sent R-087-22 to Consent Calendar for full Council consideration

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a video teleconference meeting to consider several zoning ordinances, including rezoning at 905 East Oak Street, 10310/10312 Stonestreet Road, 10212/10302 Oak Grove Road, and 100 North Crestmoor Avenue. They will also discuss amendments to the Land Development Code regarding truck parking requirements and other zoning-related ordinances. The agenda includes items that have been previously tabled or held over from earlier meetings.

• Rezoning at 905 East Oak Street (0.086 acres, Case 22ZONE0009)
• Rezoning at 10310 & 10312 Stonestreet Road (3.6 acres, Case 21ZONE0150)
• Rezoning at 10212 & 10302 Oak Grove Road (68.57 acres, Case 21ZONE0059)
• Rezoning at 100 North Crestmoor Avenue (0.295 acres, Case 20ZONE0126)
• Ordinance amending Land Development Code on truck parking (O-507-21)

The committee recommended approval for one zoning ordinance. The meeting was adjourned early at 2:05 p.m. due to technical difficulties, leaving several other pending items unaddressed.

• Recommended approval of O-188-22 regarding zoning at 905 East Oak Street

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board meets to review 14 appeals, including 12 animal-related cases and two demolition appeals. The board will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and adjournment.

• Animal appeal at 9443 Mossy Creek Way
• Animal appeal at 1209 McBroom Court
• Animal appeal at 8002 Harrodwood Court
• Demolition appeal at 675 38th Street
• Demolition appeal at 210 28th Street

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will vote on minutes, continue a street closure case, and hear two rezoning requests. The Burnett Ridge Lofts project seeks a zoning change in Douglass Hills, while Double R Trucking requests zoning and form district changes on Dixie Highway. The meeting is open to the public in person or virtually.

• Continued street closure: S 5th at W Chestnut St Alley (21-STRCLOSURE-0032)
• Rezoning R-4 to R-5A with development plan for Burnett Ridge Lofts at 600/604 Burnett Ridge Place (21-ZONE-0156)
• Rezoning and form district change for Double R Trucking at 15009 & 15011 Dixie Highway, including waivers and right-of-way closure (22-ZONE-0016)

The Land Development & Transportation Committee approved minutes from the June 23, 2022 meeting (3-0, with one abstention and one absence). It voted 5-0 to place the S 5th at W Chestnut St alley closure request on the consent agenda for the August 4, 2022 Planning Commission public hearing. Two new zoning cases—Burnett Ridge Lofts and Double R Trucking—were scheduled by consensus for the same hearing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 23, 2022 LDT minutes (3-0, Mims abstained, Daniels absent)
• Placed alley closure at S 5th & W Chestnut St on August 4 Planning Commission consent agenda (5-0)
• Scheduled Burnett Ridge Lofts zoning change (R-4 to R-5A) for August 4 Planning Commission hearing
• Scheduled Double R Trucking zoning/form district change for August 4 Planning Commission hearing

Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee will meet to review a request to replace historic wood windows on the front facade of a property at 2214 Patterson Avenue. The case, 22-COA-0108, is submitted by owner Joe Hohman and will be discussed in-person at the Old Jail Building Auditorium.

• 22-COA-0108: Request to replace historic wood windows at 2214 Patterson Avenue

Downtown Development Review Overlay District Committee Regular

The Downtown Development Review Overlay District Committee will consider a demolition permit for the former LMPD Headquarters at 225 S. 7th St. and 611 W. Jefferson St. The public can join in-person or virtually to observe or speak on the case.

• 22-OVERLAY-0016: Request for demolition permit for LMPD Headquarters at 225 S. 7th St. and 611 W. Jefferson St.

The Downtown Development Review Overlay District Committee approved a permit for the demolition of the LMPD Headquarters and its pedway crossing Jefferson Street. The approval is subject to five conditions regarding historic documentation, building protection, and site restoration.

• Approved demolition of LMPD Headquarters at 225 S. 7th St. and 611 W. Jefferson St. (7-0)

Limerick Architectural Review Committee Regular

The agenda provided contains only procedural boilerplate and meeting logistics. No specific cases, decisions, or discussion items are listed.

The Limerick Architectural Review Committee approved Case 22-COA-0161, an after-the-fact windows replacement at 937 S. 7th St., with conditions. The motion was made by Committee Member Ackerman, seconded by Rosenberg, and carried with votes from Wilson, Ackerman, Dunlap, and Rosenberg; Peterson abstained. The project was not deferred to September 7, as the motion to defer was not carried.

• Approved after-the-fact windows replacement at 937 S. 7th St. (22-COA-0161) with conditions (4-0-1, Peterson abstained)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings on 10 requests, including variances for setbacks and conditional use permits for a boarding home, child care center, parking, and short-term rentals. One case has been withdrawn.

• Variance for addition encroaching rear setback at 516 Altagate Road
• Variance for addition encroaching front setback at 1322 Dahl Road
• Conditional use permit for boarding home at 729 S. 37th Street
• Conditional use permit for child care center at 13550 La Grange Road
• Two short-term rental conditional use permits at 2136 Cherokee Parkway and 11716 Fountain Hall Court

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved several variances and conditional use permits, including a boarding home, a child care center, and a dental office parking area. The board denied two short-term rental requests, one for a non-primary residence on Cherokee Parkway and another on Fountain Hall Court. One variance request was withdrawn, and two others were continued to future meetings.

• Approved variance for addition at 516 Altagate Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for structure at 3013 Greenwood Avenue (5-0)
• Approved variance for freestanding sign at 646 Phillips Lane (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for boarding home at 729 S. 37th Street (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit and variance for child care center at 13550 La Grange Road (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit and landscape waiver for parking at 913 Palatka Road (4-1)
• Denied short-term rental at 2136 Cherokee Parkway (3-2)
• Denied short-term rental at 11716 Fountain Hall Court (4-0-1)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Code Enforcement Board is meeting to discuss property maintenance cases and one property maintenance appeal. The board will review specific addresses to determine compliance with local codes.

• Property maintenance appeal for 12504 Lucas Lane
• Property maintenance case for 4823 Dixie Highway
• Property maintenance case for 4443 Southern Pkwy
• Property maintenance case for 4622 Valley Station Road
• Property maintenance case for 6007 Pageant Way

Planning Commission Regular

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several zoning changes and subdivision plans. The body will review requests for residential and commercial developments across multiple council districts.

• Zoning change from U-N to C-1 at 1118 S Shelby Street (Opportunity Shelby)
• Revised Major Preliminary Subdivision at 11705 Waterford Road and 11706 Hillside View Drive (The Courtyards)
• Revised Major Preliminary Subdivision at 11333 Bardstown Creek Road (Oakland Hills)
• Zoning change from R-4 and C-1 to PEC at 2702 Chamberlain Ln, 3120 and 3200 Collins Ln (UAW Chamberlain Ln)
• Zoning change from RR to C-2 at 2612 S. English Station Road (2nds in Building Materials)

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission recommended approval of the Butchertown/Phoenix Hill/NuLu Neighborhood Plan and its Executive Summary as an amendment to Plan 2040. It also recommended approval of several zoning changes, including Opportunity Shelby and UAW Chamberlain Ln, and approved subdivision plans for The Courtyards and Oakland Hills. A zoning change for 2nds in Building Materials was recommended for denial. All votes were 8-0 with two commissioners absent.

• Recommended Butchertown/Phoenix Hill/NuLu Neighborhood Plan for approval (8-0)
• Recommended zoning change to C-1 for Opportunity Shelby at 1118 S Shelby St (8-0)
• Approved waiver for Opportunity Shelby landscape buffer encroachment (8-0)
• Approved Detailed District Development Plan for Opportunity Shelby (8-0)
• Approved waiver and Revised Major Preliminary Subdivision for The Courtyards (8-0)
• Approved Revised Major Preliminary Subdivision and Floyds Fork Overlay for Oakland Hills (8-0)
• Recommended zoning change to PEC for UAW Chamberlain Ln with waivers (8-0)
• Recommended denial of zoning change to C-2 for 2nds in Building Materials (8-0)

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee approved a waiver for a changing image sign at 3500 Bells Lane, with a condition that the sign be off from dusk to dawn. The committee continued a City BBQ restaurant case to discuss a glazing waiver and approved a pedestrian connection waiver for the same project. A detailed development plan for Flats of Bardstown was continued to allow the applicant to send waiver notices.

• Approved sign waiver for Changing Image Sign at 3500 Bells Lane, conditioned on sign off from dusk to dawn (3-0)
• Continued City BBQ restaurant case to July 20 to discuss 50% glazing waiver (3-0)
• Approved pedestrian connection waiver for City BBQ restaurant at 4027 Poplar Level Road (3-0)
• Continued Flats of Bardstown detailed development plan to July 20 for waiver notices (3-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Code Enforcement Board is meeting to address various property maintenance and nuisance cases. The board will review specific addresses to determine compliance with local codes.

• Property maintenance appeal for 12504 Lucas Lane
• Nuisance appeal for 4707 Marcy Ave
• Property maintenance review for 118 35th Street
• Property maintenance review for 3016 Kentucky Street
• Property maintenance review for 7601 Arnoldtown Rd

VAPStat Joint Meeting Regular

The Louisville and Jefferson County Landbank Authority will decide on two disposition programs at this meeting. Two resolutions propose selling six vacant lots to adjacent property owners for $500 each under the 'Cut It Keep It' program and for $1 each under the 'Adjacent Side Yard' program.

• Sale of 343 N 23rd St and 2301 W Madison St for $500 each via 'Cut It Keep It' program
• Sale of 405 S 26th St, 530 S 28th St, and 1117 S 36th St for $1 each via 'Adjacent Side Yard' program
• Applicants: Maria McGary, NOIRBCC, Inc., Malinda Dennison, James M. Cuff, and Adi Nissenbaum
• Case manager: Elaine Osorio for all dispositions
• Resolution Nos. 15 and 16, Series 2022 under review

The Louisville and Jefferson County Landbank Authority approved two resolutions selling five vacant lots through its Cut It Keep It and Adjacent Side Yards programs. Resolution 15 approved the sale of two lots for $500 each, and Resolution 16 approved the sale of three lots for $1 each, all with use and maintenance restrictions. The board also approved the minutes of two prior special meetings and discussed plans for a hybrid meeting in July.

• Approved Resolution 15, Series 2022, selling 2301 W. Madison St. and 343 N. 23rd St. for $500 each (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 16, Series 2022, selling 405 S. 26th St., 530 S. 28th St., and 1117 S. 36th St. for $1 each (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 24, 2022 special meetings with a correction (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:18 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will consider several variance requests for residential and commercial setbacks. The body will also review applications for a commercial kennel, a short-term rental, and a development plan for Beecher Terrace Phase IV.

• Category 3 Development Plan for Beecher Terrace Phase IV at 1200 W Jefferson Street
• Conditional Use Permit for a commercial kennel at 9017 Taylorsville Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental at 4410 McGill Drive
• Modified Conditional Use Permit for additions and 45 parking spaces at 8507 Westport Road
• Change in nonconforming use from liquor store to office at 701 E. Kentucky Street

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment approved several variances and conditional use permits, including a commercial kennel, a short-term rental, and a school expansion, while denying one waiver and continuing two cases. All votes were unanimous except one appeal that was overturned with a 4-1 vote.

• Denied waiver for new application at 4000 Plymouth Road (5-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance at 495 Lightfoot Road (5-0)
• Continued deck variance at 1314 Hoertz Avenue to Aug 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved deck side yard variance at 1000 Forrest Street (5-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance at 8308 Watterson Trail (5-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance at 6305 E Manslick Rd with condition (5-0)
• Continued fence height variance at 2962 Breckenridge Lane to Aug 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved commercial kennel conditional use permit at 9017 Taylorsville Road (5-0)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to discuss various property maintenance cases. The board will review specific addresses for compliance and hear appeals regarding property maintenance and demolition.

• Property maintenance appeal for 12504 Lucas Lane
• Demo appeal for 1318 Lillian Ave
• Public nuisance case for 2118 Old Shepherdsville Rd
• Property maintenance review for 4607 Market Street
• Property maintenance review for 2903 Market Street

Land Development & Transportation Committee Regular

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will consider several land-use items, including two continued cases from the June 9 meeting: a right-of-way closure for an alley near S 5th and W Chestnut Streets, and a major preliminary subdivision at 13715 Reamers Road. New business includes an amendment to binding elements for an apartment complex, a street closure in St. Matthews, two subdivision requests, and two zoning changes. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Continued: Closure of alley east of S 5th St parallel to W Chestnut St (21-STRCLOSURE-0032)
• Continued: Major preliminary subdivision at 13715 Reamers Road (22-MSUB-0006)
• Amendment to binding elements for Old New Cut Road Apartments at 6501 Old New Cut Road (22-AMEND-0002)
• Zoning change from PEC to C-2 for Acura Dealership at 11700 Plantside Dr (22-ZONE-0032)
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A for multi-family at 805 S English Station Road (22-ZONE-0049)

The Land Development & Transportation Committee approved the 13715 Reamers Road and Wind Dance subdivisions, including associated waivers, and approved a modification to binding element 12a for the Old New Cut Road Apartments. The committee also continued the S 5th at W Chestnut St alley closure case to July 14, 2022, and scheduled several other items for future Planning Commission meetings.

• Approved waiver 22-WAIVER-0062 for 13715 Reamers Road subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Major Preliminary Subdivision 22-MSUB-0006 for 13715 Reamers Road (4-0)
• Approved modification to binding element 12a for Old New Cut Road Apartments (4-0)
• Approved waiver 22-WAIVER-0082 for Wind Dance subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Major Preliminary Subdivision 22-MSUB-0002 for Wind Dance with blasting condition (4-0)
• Approved waiver 22-WAIVER-0082 for Shakes Run subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Major Preliminary Subdivision 22-RSUB-0004 for Shakes Run with blasting condition (4-0)
• Continued S 5th at W Chestnut St alley closure to July 14, 2022 (3-0-1)

Committee of the Whole Regular

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the Metro Council agenda for June 23, 2022, including addresses to Council, and to hold a closed session to discuss pending litigation. The agenda also includes presidential updates and adjournment, with items heard at the chair's discretion.

• Review of Metro Council Agenda (ID 22-0874)
• Addresses to Council (ID 22-0873)
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation

The Committee of the Whole met and reviewed the Metro Council agenda, with members briefly discussing items forwarded from various committees. The committee then entered a closed session to discuss pending litigation, reconvened in open session, and took no final action during the closed session. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Entered closed session to discuss pending litigation (voice vote)
• Reconvened in open session after closed session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:01 p.m.

Budget Committee Regular

The Budget Committee is holding a special meeting to consider two ordinances: the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Operating Budget (O-198-22) and the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Capital Budget (O-199-22). These ordinances include appropriations and authorizations for government operations and capital projects. The committee will review proposed amendments and may take action on the budgets.

• O-198-22: FY2022-2023 Operating Budget ordinance
• O-199-22: FY2022-2023 Capital Budget ordinance
• Proposed amendments (CAM) to operating and capital budgets
• Council Member Controlled Spending FY23 amendment

The Budget Committee recommended approval of the amended FY2022-23 Operating Budget (O-198-22) and Capital Budget (O-199-22), both by an 11-0 vote. The operating budget includes amendments that defer some spending and eliminate some proposed positions, with funds shifted to capital projects. Both ordinances were sent to Old Business for the full Metro Council meeting on June 23, 2022.

• Recommended approval of amended FY2022-23 Operating Budget O-198-22 (11-0)
• Recommended approval of amended FY2022-23 Capital Budget O-199-22 (11-0)
• Amended O-198-22 as read into the record (voice vote)
• Amended O-199-22 as read into the record, including changing 'District 16 Sidewalk Repair $50,000' to 'District 16 Sidewalk and Paving Projects $50,000' (voice vote)

Code Enforcement Board Regular

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board is meeting to hear appeals on property maintenance, animal, building permit, and solid waste cases. The agenda lists 13 specific addresses, with the majority being animal appeals. This is a regular meeting with old and new business, plus approval of minutes.

• 12504 LUCAS LANE – property maintenance appeal
• 3125 ARTERBURN AVE – animal appeal
• 10422 MONTICELLO FOREST – animal appeal
• 1209 MCBROOM COURT – animal appeal
• 539 CAMPBELL STREET – animal appeal

Budget Committee Regular

The Budget Committee is considering ordinances to approve the fiscal year 2022-2023 budgets for the Transit Authority of River City and the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government. The committee will also discuss funding for the American Rescue Plan.

• O-168-22: FY 2022-2023 budget for the Transit Authority of River City (TARC)
• O-198-22: FY 2022-2023 operating budget for Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government
• O-199-22: FY 2022-2023 capital budget for Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government
• O-639-21: Amendment to American Rescue Plan (ARP) local fiscal recovery funding

The committee recommended approval of the Transit Authority of River City (TARC) fiscal year 2022-2023 budget. Two other ordinances regarding the Metro Government's operating and capital budgets were held in committee.

• Recommended approval of TARC FY 2022-2023 budget (8-0)
• Held O-198-22 (FY 2022-2023 Operating Budget) in committee
• Held O-199-22 (FY 2022-2023 Capital Budget) in committee

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Equity and Inclusion Committee is meeting to hear a special discussion. Sadiqa Reynolds of the Louisville Urban League will provide an update on A Path Forward.

• A Path Forward Update by Sadiqa Reynolds, Esq., Louisville Urban League (ID 22-0836)

The Committee on Equity and Inclusion received a presentation from Sadiqa Reynolds of the Louisville Urban League on the 'A Path Forward' initiative. Members discussed the Black Community Fund, the West End Opportunity Partnership/TIF proposal, gentrification, charter schools, eviction rates, and affordable housing. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• Heard presentation on 'A Path Forward' from Louisville Urban League
• Discussed West End Opportunity Partnership/TIF proposal
• Discussed charter schools and education funding
• Discussed eviction rates and affordable housing

Parks and Sustainability Committee Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to consider pending legislation, specifically an ordinance (O-183-22) that would amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding use of Metro-owned parks. The committee may hear and act on this item, though the chair has discretion over which items are addressed. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• O-183-22: Ordinance amending LMCO Chapter 42 regarding use of Metro-owned parks, sponsored by Council members David James, Barbara Shanklin, Cindi Fowler, and Nicole George

The committee discussed O-183-22, which would amend park use fees, and then voted to table it. The ordinance was not approved or denied, but postponed for further consideration. The discussion included questions about whether Metro Council and other agencies should be charged for park use.

• Tabled O-183-22, amending park use fees (voice vote)

Committee on Sustainability Regular

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss pending legislation. The primary item is an ordinance regarding the use of Metro owned parks.

• O-183-22: An ordinance amending Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding use of Metro owned parks and park fees

The Parks and Sustainability Committee tabled Ordinance O-183-22, which would amend Chapter 42 of the Louisville Metro Code regarding use of Metro-owned parks. The motion to table carried by voice vote after discussion about whether Metro Council members and agencies should be charged for park activities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled Ordinance O-183-22 amending Chapter 42 on Metro-owned parks (voice vote)

Planning Commission Regular

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting for commissioner training. The agenda consists of procedural items and a training session.

• Approval of June 2, 2022 minutes
• PC Training Day at the Zoo

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission approved the minutes from its June 2, 2022 regular meeting. The rest of the meeting was devoted to commissioner training required by KRS 147A, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved June 2, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0, 1 abstention)

Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee Regular

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee will consider two after-the-fact requests for work done without prior approval: window replacement at 1105 S. 1st St. and window replacement at 1236 S. Floyd St. Both properties are in Council District 6. The committee will decide whether to approve or deny these changes.

• After-the-fact window replacement, fence, and gate at 1105 S. 1st St. (21-COA-0084)
• After-the-fact window replacement at 1236 S. Floyd St. (21-COA-0101)
• Both cases in Council District 6, represented by David James

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee approved two after-the-fact window replacement cases. Case 21-COA-0101 for 1236 S. Floyd St. was approved, and Case 21-COA-0084 for 125 W. Ormsby Ave. was approved with conditions. Both motions carried unanimously with five votes in favor.

• Approved after-the-fact window replacement at 1236 S. Floyd St. (5-0)
• Approved with conditions after-the-fact window replacement at 125 W. Ormsby Ave. (5-0)

Appropriations Committee Regular

The Louisville Metro Appropriations Committee is meeting to consider a series of appropriations from district neighborhood development and capital infrastructure funds, including funding for community programs, infrastructure repairs, and public safety. The agenda includes two ordinances and several capital infrastructure fund requests, with most items involving small-dollar allocations for specific projects or organizations.

• O-191-22: $10,000 from District 2 NDF to Boys and Girls Club for programs at Newburg Club
• CIF061522PW02: $4,000 from District 2 CIF to repair sidewalk at 4622 Silver Leaf Drive
• CIF061522PW02A: $188 from District 2 CIF for honorary street sign for Augusta Y. Thomas at Ilex Avenue and Shasta Trail
• CIF061522SWMS02: $1,610 from District 2 CIF for two metal trash cans at bus stops at East Indian Trail and Unseld Boulevard
• O-167-22: Ordinance to require Metro departments to pay overages on council-funded projects

The Appropriations Committee recommended approval of several neighborhood development and capital infrastructure fund appropriations, including $10,000 for the Boys and Girls Club Newburg Club, and sent related ordinances to the consent calendar. It also approved multiple smaller infrastructure and program funds, and tabled an ordinance requiring departments to pay overages on council-funded projects.

• Approved $10,000 for Boys and Girls Club Newburg Club programs (4-0, sent to consent calendar)
• Approved $4,000 for sidewalk repair at 4622 Silver Leaf Drive (voice vote)
• Approved $188 for honorary street sign for Augusta Y. Thomas (voice vote)
• Approved $1,610 for two trash cans at bus stops (voice vote)
• Approved $2,475 for speed hump on Oleanda Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved $4,999 for Big Brothers/Big Sisters mentor recruiting (voice vote)
• Held $5,000 for Downtown Development Corporation 'I Was Here' project
• Tabled ordinance requiring departments to pay overages on council-funded projects (voice vote)

Development Review Committee Regular

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider revised district development plans for four different properties. These requests include updates to binding elements and waivers for specific commercial sites.

• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Thompson Brothers Plumbing at 436 Roberts Avenue
• Revised District Development Plan for a proposed commercial kennel (Pet Suites of America) at 9017 Taylorsville Road
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Key Family Dentistry at 6305 E Manslick Rd
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Mike’s Carwash at 9710 Westport Rd

The Louisville Metro Development Review Committee approved four development plans: a revised plan for Thompson Brothers Plumbing with two waivers, a commercial kennel for Pet Suites of America, a revised plan for Key Family Dentistry, and a revised plan for Mike's Carwash. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The committee also approved the minutes from the June 1, 2022 meeting.

• Approved revised development plan for Thompson Brothers Plumbing at 436 Roberts Ave with two waivers (5-0)
• Approved revised development plan for Pet Suites of America commercial kennel at 9017 Taylorsville Rd (5-0)
• Approved revised development plan for Key Family Dentistry at 6305 E Manslick Rd (5-0)
• Approved revised development plan for Mike's Carwash at 9710 Westport Rd (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2022 meeting (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Public Safety Committee Regular

The Public Safety Committee will decide on two items: an ordinance requiring Louisville Forward to produce a report on best practices for public safety at late-night businesses, and a resolution authorizing a $277,000 agreement with the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security for a rehab and response vehicle for the Louisville Metro Police Department.

• Ordinance O-160-22: Requires report on late-night business public safety best practices
• Resolution R-074-22: $277,000 agreement for rehab and response vehicle via Kentucky Office of Homeland Security

The Public Safety Committee recommended approval of O-160-22, which would require Louisville Forward to produce a report on best practices for public safety at late-night businesses, but the vote was split (3-2) and the ordinance was sent to Old Business rather than advancing. The committee also recommended approval of R-074-22, authorizing the mayor to apply for a $277,000 grant from the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security for a rehab and response vehicle for the police department, which was sent to the Consent Calendar.

• Recommended O-160-22 for approval (3-2), sent to Old Business
• Recommended R-074-22 for approval (voice vote), sent to Consent Calendar

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee Regular

The Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will discuss the impacts of lead exposure on children. The body is reviewing proposed ordinances regarding rental housing lead abatement and fines for owner-occupied properties, as well as several resolutions.

• O-134-22: Ordinance requiring lead abatement of all rental housing units in Louisville Metro
• O-136-22: Ordinance relating to the reduction of fines and costs for owner occupied properties
• R-079-22: Resolution to dedicate the corner of Shasta Trail and Ilex Avenue as 'Augusta Y. Thomas Way'
• R-080-22: Resolution urging Kentucky legislators to eliminate sales and use tax on feminine hygiene products
• R-081-22: Resolution urging Kentucky legislators to eliminate sales and use tax for diapers

The committee recommended approval of a resolution to dedicate a street corner in honor of Augusta Y. Thomas. Several other ordinances and resolutions regarding lead abatement, property fines, and state taxes remained held or tabled.

• Recommended approval of R-079-22 to dedicate the corner of Shasta Trail and Ilex Avenue as 'Augusta Y. Thomas Way' (voice vote)
• Held O-134-22 regarding lead abatement of rental housing units in committee
• Tabled O-136-22 regarding reduction of fines and costs for owner occupied properties
• Held R-080-22 calling on KY Legislators to eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products in committee
• Held R-081-22 calling on KY Legislators to eliminate sales tax for diapers in committee

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee Regular

The Government Oversight and Audit Committee met to consider multiple appointments to local boards and an ordinance amending lobbying rules for Metro officers. No votes were recorded in the agenda; items were discussed or advanced for future action.

• Withdrawn reappointment of Mark Ratterman to Jeffersontown Fire Protection District Board
• Appointment of Col. Detrick Briscoe to the Deputy Sheriff Merit Board (term expires June 13, 2023)
• Appointment of David Beck to the Commission on Public Art (term expires October 15, 2025)
• Ordinance O-058-22 amending lobbying rules for Metro officers (action required by August 2022)
• Resolution R-085-22 amending submission rules for legislation (action required by December 2022)

The committee recommended the appointment or reappointment of eight individuals to various city boards. Two pieces of legislation regarding lobbying regulations and legislative submission rules were tabled.

• Recommended Col. Detrick Briscoe for Deputy Sheriff Merit Board (voice vote)
• Recommended David Beck for Commission on Public Art (COPA) Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Alisia Richardson for Code Enforcement Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Chris Wantland for Code Enforcement Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Marty Ruby for Police Merit Board (voice vote)
• Recommended Dr. Sherryl Anderson for Police Merit Board reappointment (voice vote)
• Recommended Lula Howard for Board of Zoning Adjustment reappointment (voice vote)
• Recommended Marita Willis for Metropolitan Sewer District Board reappointment (voice vote)

Public Works Committee Regular

The Public Works Committee is reviewing three ordinances: one to expand rental housing registry duties, another to define condominiums in stormwater regulations, and a third to adopt the Vision Zero traffic safety initiative. The committee previously recommended approval of the Vision Zero ordinance but tabled it in May 2022.

• Ordinance O-182-22: Amend rental housing registry to include enforcement duties for Metro Codes and Regulations Director
• Ordinance O-197-22: Define condominiums in Louisville Metro’s Comprehensive Storm Water Drainage Authority
• Ordinance O-178-22: Adopt Vision Zero traffic safety initiative (previously recommended for approval but tabled)

The Public Works Committee recommended the Vision Zero traffic safety ordinance for approval by a 6-0 vote, sending it to the full Metro Council. Two other ordinances regarding rental housing registration and condominium drainage definitions were held in committee for further review.

• Recommended Vision Zero ordinance (O-178-22) for approval (6-0)
• Amended Vision Zero ordinance via voice vote
• Held rental housing registration ordinance (O-182-22) in committee
• Held condominium drainage definition ordinance (O-197-22) in committee

Labor and Economic Development Committee Regular

The Labor and Economic Development Committee is meeting to consider two pending items. The first is an ordinance authorizing up to $119 million in industrial building revenue bonds for a Boyd Real Property, LLC project. The second is a resolution approving local incentives for Distilled Spirits Epicenter, LLC. Both items were previously tabled or recommended for approval.

• Ordinance O-180-22: Authorizes up to $119,000,000 in industrial building revenue bonds for Boyd Real Property, LLC project.
• Resolution R-077-22: Approves local incentives for Distilled Spirits Epicenter, LLC under KRS Chapter 154, Subchapter 32.
• Both items have attachments including lease, trust indenture, bond purchase, PILOT, and home office payment agreements for the Boyd project.

The committee voted 7-0 to approve an amended ordinance authorizing up to $119 million in industrial revenue bonds for Boyd Real Property, LLC, after adding a memorandum of understanding as an exhibit. The project is expected to create about 1,000 jobs over 6-7 years. The committee also recommended approval of local incentives for Distilled Spirits Epicenter's $2M expansion, which was sent to the consent calendar.

• Approved amended O-180-22 authorizing $119M industrial revenue bond for Boyd Real Property (7-0)
• Amended O-180-22 to add MOU as exhibit (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of R-077-22 for Distilled Spirits Epicenter incentives (voice vote)

Planning and Zoning Committee Regular

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider multiple zoning ordinances, including changes for properties on Old Preston Highway, Freys Hill Road, Dupin Drive, Chenoweth Run Road, East Oak Street, Nash Street, and Stonestreet Road. The agenda also includes a revised district development plan for 8016 Shepherdsville Road and 11905 Dixie Highway, plus several land development code amendments and a street closure. The committee will also discuss a resolution recognizing the Original Highlands Neighborhood Association.

• Zoning change for 10410 and 10414 Old Preston Highway (9.93 acres, Case 21ZONE0104)
• Zoning change for 3323 and 3325 Freys Hill Road (15.22 acres, Case 21ZONE0102)
• Zoning and form district change for 3200 and 3201 Dupin Drive and 5400 Minor Lane (2.63 acres, Case 21ZONE0162)
• Zoning change with parking waiver for 3106 Chenoweth Run Road (1.88 acres, Case 21ZONE0135)
• Ordinance amending Land Development Code on truck parking requirements (O-507-21)

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended approval for five zoning ordinances (O-157-22, O-185-22, O-186-22, O-187-22, O-192-22, O-189-22) and tabled two items (O-154-22, R-083-22). One item (O-188-22) was held in committee, and one resolution (R-013-22) was withdrawn. All votes were 5-0 with two excused.

• Recommended approval for O-157-22 (zoning at 10410 & 10414 Old Preston Hwy) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for O-185-22 (zoning at 3323 & 3325 Freys Hill Rd) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for O-186-22 (zoning at 3200 & 3201 Dupin Dr and 5400 Minor Ln) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for O-187-22 (zoning and parking waiver at 3106 Chenoweth Run Rd) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for O-192-22 (zoning at 8315 Nash St) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for O-189-22 (revised district dev plan at 11905 Dixie Hwy) (5-0)
• Tabled O-154-22 (closure of portion of Fegenbush Ln) (voice vote)
• Tabled R-083-22 (recognizing Original Highlands Neighborhood Assoc) (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Adjustment Regular

The Board of Zoning Adjustment is holding a public hearing on several zoning cases, but a quorum is not expected, so no final decisions will be made. The main item is a modified conditional use permit for River Metals Recycling following noise complaints. Other items include variances and short-term rental permits, with two cases continued to a later date.

• 22-MCUP-0001: Modified Conditional Use Permit for River Metals Recycling (2110 Metal Ln, 2045 River Rd, etc.) due to noise and explosion complaints
• 22-VARIANCE-0024: Variance for accessory structure setback at 1308 Highland Avenue (continued)
• 22-CUP-0053: Short-term rental at 1338 S. Floyd Street
• 22-CUP-0080: Short-term rental at 7071 River Road
• 22-CUP-0083: Short-term rental at 721 & 723 Henry Firpo Street (continued)

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment met on June 13, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so no official decisions were made. All cases were heard as public hearings, with final actions deferred to a later meeting. The board heard updates on a noise complaint case and several short-term rental permit requests, but took no votes.

• No action taken on any case due to lack of quorum
• Continued 22-MCUP-0001 (River Metals Recycling) to September 12, 2022
• Continued 22-VARIANCE-0024 (Highland Avenue) due to noticing issue
• Continued 22-CUP-0053 (Floyd Street Short Term Rental) to a later date
• Continued 22-CUP-0080 (River Road Short Term Rental) to a later date
• Continued 22-CUP-0083 (Henry Firpo Street Short Term Rental) to a date uncertain
• Continued 22-CUP-0090 (Fowler Short Term Rental) to a later date
• Continued 22-CUP-0099 (Milton Street Short Term Rental) to a later date

Budget Committee Regular

The Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the Mayor's Recommended Budget and supporting documentation for FY 2022-2023. The session includes reviews of the Corrections Department and the Office of Management and Budget.

• Corrections Department review (ID 22-0458)
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Project 52) and associated staff for OMB and HR (ID 22-0835)
• Mayor's Recommended Budget (ID 22-0409)
• Budget Hearing Schedule (ID 22-0410)

The Budget Committee met for a special meeting to receive presentations on the FY23 Louisville Metro Department of Corrections budget and the Enterprise Resource Planning (Project 52) proposal, along with the Mayor's recommended budget and hearing schedule. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• Received FY23 Corrections Department budget presentation (no vote)
• Received OMB/HR Enterprise Resource Planning (Project 52) presentation (no vote)
• Received Mayor's Recommended FY2022-2023 budget documents (no vote)
• Received FY2023 Budget Hearing Schedule (no vote)

Metro Council Regular

The Metro Council is meeting to vote on the city's operating and capital budgets for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The body will also consider a fourth round of American Rescue Plan funding and various zoning changes.

• FY 2022-2023 Operating Budget (O-198-22) and Capital Budget (O-199-22)
• Fourth round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) Local Fiscal Recovery Funding (O-162-22)
• Zoning for 2328 and 2400 Lower Hunters Trace and 2403 Cady Court (O-119-22)
• Zoning and Form District for 6451 Ladd Avenue (O-174-22)
• Local incentives for Michter’s Distillery LLC (R-070-22)

The Louisville Metro Council approved a fourth round of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding, allocating $4.5 million to various departments to address the continued impact of COVID-19. The council also passed an ordinance amending golf course management rules, approved a zoning change for properties on Lower Hunters Trace, and adopted a resolution requesting a review of the Floyds Fork special district. All other items on the consent calendar were approved.

• Approved $4.5M ARP round four funding (23-1)
• Approved golf course management ordinance (22-2)
• Approved zoning change at 2328 & 2400 Lower Hunters Trace (20-4)
• Adopted resolution to review Floyds Fork special district (voice vote)
• Approved zoning change at 6451 Ladd Avenue (23-0)
• Adopted resolution for Michter's Distillery incentives (voice vote)
• Approved consent calendar (25-0)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2022 (voice vote)