Jefferson County public meetings in 2023

Charging Committee - This is Considered a Special Meeting

The Charging Committee is holding a special meeting with a call to order, roll call, a closed session, and committee business. The only listed item is documentation filed with the Clerk's Office (ID 23-0420). The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Closed session
• Committee business
• Documentation filed with the Clerk's Office (ID 23-0420)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting, vote on a resolution regarding factory-built housing, and discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan demographic analysis. The body will also hear public testimony on multiple zoning amendments and a major subdivision proposal, including height waivers for lighting and floodplain-related concerns.

• Factory Built Housing Resolution (vote)
• Amendment to Binding Elements for Clover Trace (6430 Clover Trace Cir)
• Amendment to Binding Elements for Springdale Road Apartments (5217 Springdale Road)
• Waiver for Kroger Ballardsville Road lighting height (10010 Ballardsville Road)
• Major Preliminary Subdivision for 1614 Johnson Road

NuLu Review Overlay District Committee

The NuLu Review Overlay District Committee is holding a special meeting to review a conceptual proposal for the Rabbit Hole Distillery site expansion, which includes demolition and new construction. The committee will also approve minutes from a prior meeting. This is a review item, not a final decision.

• Conceptual review of distillery site expansion with demolition and new construction (23-OVERLAY-0080)
• Project: Rabbit Hole Distillery at 707, 711, 727, 733, 747 E. Jefferson Street; 223, 225 S. Clay Street; 218 S. Shelby Street
• Applicant: Patrick Nall, DKN Architects; Representative: Jon Baker, Wyatt, Tarrant and Combs
• Owner: Rabbit Hole Spirits, LLC; Council District 4 (Jecorey Arthur)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will meet to consider several development-related items, including a withdrawn plat amendment, a continued plat amendment, signage review, and revised development plans. The meeting is open to the public in person or virtually.

• 23-MPLAT-0110: Withdrawn record plat amendment to remove build-limit line at 2202 Edgehill Road
• 23-MPLAT-0144: Continued to Jan 3, 2024, record plat amendment to create 2 tracts at 9900 Corporate Campus Drive
• 22-DDP-0058: Review of attached signage for Fairfield Inn at 10304 Brookridge Village Boulevard
• 23-DDP-0084: Revised Detailed District Development Plan with waiver for Derby City Motorcycle Museum at 10203 Taylorsville Road
• 23-DDP-0091: Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Terra View Trail at 13600 Terra View Trail

Bardstown Road/Baxter Avenue Review Overlay District Committee

The Bardstown Road/Baxter Avenue Review Overlay District Committee will meet to consider a request to construct an 8-unit residential building at 1127 Bardstown Road. The project, named The Hensley Club, involves a 3,872 sq ft building to be located towards the rear of the property. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• 8-unit residential building (3,872 sq ft) at 1127 Bardstown Road
• Project name: The Hensley Club
• Owner: Dustin Hensley, Utopia Ventures, LLC
• Applicant: Jeff Rawlins, Architectural Artisans

Board of Zoning Adjustment Meeting

The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment meets to decide on 13 zoning cases, including variances for private yards, setbacks, and parking, as well as conditional use permits for accessory dwelling units, short-term rentals, and transitional housing. One case is continued to January 8, 2024. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Variance for private yard area at 1402 Cherokee Road
• Conditional Use Permit for ADU at 9808 Lancewood Road (continued to Jan 8, 2024)
• Variance for attached business signs over 25 ft at 3939 Shelbyville Road
• Variance for garage replacement at 13500 Oliver Station Court
• Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 8006 Watterson Trail

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board meets to hear 12 appeals filed by property owners, including animal-related violations, street racing, smoking, and building enforcement. The board will review evidence and decide whether to uphold or overturn citations issued under Louisville Metro’s code.

• ENF-ABC-23-06092: Tow appeal at 5501 Fern Valley Road
• ENF-BRD-23-07702: Animal appeal at 733 Heywood Avenue
• ENF-BRD-23-07852: Street racing appeal at 11605 Locust View Court
• ENF-ZON-21-000304-4: Building enforcement at 320 College Street
• ENF-BRD-23-08111: Animal appeal at 4014 Serene Way

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on a consent calendar of items recommended by committees, including approving the 2024 budgets for the Jefferson County Clerk and Sheriff, accepting grant funds, and various neighborhood development fund appropriations. They will also consider old business items, including a temporary moratorium on development in the Floyds Fork Special District and reallocations of American Rescue Plan funds. The agenda includes several recognitions and proclamations, as well as appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Approve Jefferson County Clerk's 2024 budget (R-153-23)
• Approve Jefferson County Sheriff's 2024 budget (R-155-23)
• Accept $400,000 U.S. DOE grant for building upgrades (R-156-23)
• Approve $144,500 Humana Foundation grant for food delivery (R-152-23)
• Consider temporary moratorium on development in Floyds Fork Special District (O-126-23)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole convened via video teleconference to review the December 14, 2023 Metro Council agenda and addresses to council. No substantive decisions or ordinances were listed for action; the meeting followed standard procedural steps including a call to order, roll call, presidential updates, and closed session before adjournment.

Land Development & Transportation Committee

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will meet to review and vote on several zoning and street closure requests. The meeting includes approval of past minutes and decisions on new business, such as a street closure for a residential project and zoning changes for commercial developments at four locations.

• Street and alley closure for Jefferson Court, LaRue Avenue, Nelson Court and associated alleys (Jefferson Court project)
• Zoning change from R-7 multifamily to CR Commercial for 1130 S 8th St restaurant project
• Zoning change from R-4/R-5 single-family to C-1 Commercial for Buechel Train Depot outdoor event space
• Zoning change from R-4 to C-2 for Debs Auto at 4525 Cane Run Road
• Zoning change from OR-3 to OTF for 700 Stone Creek Parkway Hotel

Charging Committee - THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED

The Jefferson County, KY Charging Committee meeting scheduled for December 13, 2023, at 4:30 PM in Council Chambers has been canceled. The agenda included routine procedural items such as a call to order, roll call, committee business, closed session, and documentation filing.

Committee on Committees

The Louisville Metro Government Committee on Committees met to assign new legislation and pending items to various council committees. The agenda includes proposed appropriations, grant acceptances for public health and safety, zoning changes, and a collective bargaining agreement for traffic guards.

• O-277-23: Appropriating $15,000 from District 8 Neighborhood Development Funds to Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy, Inc. for a concrete patio on Eastern Parkway
• R-160-23: Authorizing the Mayor to accept $12,000 from the Kentucky Department for Public Health for naloxone storage boxes
• R-167-23: Authorizing the Mayor to accept $170,000 from the Kentucky Department for Public Health for the Overdose Data to Action Grant Program
• R-163-23: Approving a collective bargaining agreement from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028, with the Louisville Metro Traffic Guards Association
• R-158-23: Authorizing the Mayor to accept $1,834,829 from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative

Charging Committee - This is Considered a Special Meeting

The Louisville Metro Charging Committee is holding a special meeting with a largely procedural agenda: call to order, roll call, committee business, a closed session, and documents filed with the clerk's office. The only listed document is ID 23-0420, filed on behalf of the committee. No specific decisions or substantive items are detailed in the agenda.

• Closed session scheduled
• Document ID 23-0420 filed on behalf of the Charging Committee

VAPStat Joint Meeting

The Louisville and Jefferson County Landbank Authority meets to discuss property dispositions, including the sale of 2211 Cleveland Avenue for $1.00 and 1328 Sale Avenue for $1,000.00 for new single-family construction. The agenda also includes a lease request for parcels at 1853 Baird Street and 1846 Portland Avenue for a community garden, plus approval of meeting minutes and the 2023 annual report. Additionally, the Urban Renewal and Community Development Agency of Louisville scheduled an election of officers and approval of previous minutes.

• Resolution 22: Sale of 2211 Cleveland Avenue to Timothy L. Embry for $1.00 via My New Side Yard program
• Resolution 23: Sale of 1328 Sale Avenue to Moen Z. DuGla and Ali DuGla for $1,000.00 for a single-family residence
• Resolution 24: Lease of 1853 Baird Street and 1846 Portland Avenue to Baird St Community Garden, Inc. for $2.00 per year

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board will meet to consider property maintenance violations at 40 addresses across the city, plus two appeals related to street racing at the same location. The agenda includes approval of minutes and new business, with all cases listed under property maintenance or street racing appeals.

• Property maintenance cases at 2928 Finn Avenue, 727 Burton Avenue, 121 N. 42nd Street, 2312 W. Broadway, and 823 S. Jackson Street
• Property maintenance cases at 2148 W. Lee Street, 3438 W. Jefferson Street, 2530 Rowan Street, 1534 S. 9th Street, and 2225 Bank Street
• Property maintenance cases at 4918 Wellsworth Avenue, 1823 S. 24th Street, 619 S. 41st Street, 640 Emily Road, and 3330 Bank Street
• Property maintenance cases at 1901 Ramser Court #7, 1413 Shingo Avenue, 1137 Rogers Street, 7601 Columbine Drive, and 824 Louis Coleman Jr Drive
• Street racing appeals at 7206 Kosene Court (two cases)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Louisville Metro Planning Commission will meet to consider a binding element violation appeal for 13013 Dixie Highway, a plat amendment to create 63 lots for Park Springs Section 2, and an alley closure for Tolle Unnamed Alley. The agenda also includes a binding element appeal for 8014 National Turnpike and a zoning change from R-4 to R-5A for Regency Park II at 8816 W Manslick Road. Additionally, a KIPDA training session is scheduled during the business session.

• Binding Element Violation Appeal for Cardinal Transportation at 13013 Dixie Highway
• Park Springs Section 2 plat amendment to create 63 lots and dedicate right-of-way involving Habitat for Humanity
• Closure of a 13.5’ alley bounded by Drescher Bridge Ave, Bertie Ave, Thompson Ave, and Delmont Ave
• Binding Element Appeal for 8014 National Turnpike
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A with Detailed District Development Plan for Regency Park II at 8816 W Manslick Road

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will consider two resolutions: one authorizing the mayor to accept a $400,000 U.S. Department of Energy grant for the Office of Sustainability, and another to accept a conservation easement donation from Waste Management of Kentucky on property at 9005 Brown Austin Road. Both items are pending legislation and may be discussed or acted upon.

• R-156-23: Accept $400,000 from U.S. DOE Building Technologies Office for Buildings UP Grants program
• R-151-23: Accept conservation easement donation on Waste Management property at 9005 Brown Austin Road

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee reviews ordinances to allocate neighborhood development and capital infrastructure funds for community events, public safety programs, infrastructure repairs, and special projects across Louisville Metro. The meeting includes votes on recurring holiday events, youth sports upgrades, and COVID-19 recovery fund reallocations.

• $42,000 for Brightside Foundation’s Gallopalooza horse statues in Districts 8, 13, 15, and 17
• $213,906 for broadband expansion to unserved rural Jefferson County homes
• $74,990 for sidewalk repairs on Campbell, Franklin, Hale, Brook, Market, and other streets
• $90,000 for Sun Valley Park improvements in District 14
• $6,000 for Beechmont Youth Sports electrical pole replacement

Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission

The Historic Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission is holding a special virtual meeting on December 6, 2023. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, approval of minutes, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Special virtual meeting
• Approval of minutes

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider 11 items, including revised detailed district development plans and various waivers for projects such as the Derby City Motorcycle Museum, a Wawa convenience store, and a Norton Hospital parking structure. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. All items are under review; no final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Derby City Motorcycle Museum at 10203 Taylorsville Road
• Waiver to reduce street frontage plantings for VisionFirst at 4202 Poplar Level Rd
• Two landscape waivers for Cawood Apartments, a 6-unit building at 4902 Cawood Drive
• Parking waiver to increase spaces from 8 to 10 for 7 Brew Coffee at 4217 Shelbyville Road
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for Wawa at 4310 Bardstown Road

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will decide on four items, including a $110,955.20 contract for a public health coordinator, a $144,500 grant for food delivery in underserved neighborhoods, and renaming a downtown street corner. The committee will also discuss an ordinance to expand paid family leave.

• $110,955.20 contract for Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness academic health coordinator
• $144,500 Humana Foundation grant for food delivery service in underserved neighborhoods
• Resolution to dedicate 16th Street and Chestnut Street as 'Bishop Walter A. Jones Way'
• Ordinance O-226-23 to amend paid family leave in Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances

Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee is holding a meeting to review one new business item: an after-the-fact application for replacement of a door and windows on the front facade of a property at 921 S. First Street. The committee will decide whether to approve the work, which was already completed.

• After-the-fact replacement of front facade door and windows at 921 S. First Street (case 23-COA-0301)
• Applicant and representative: Keith Hawkins
• Owner: Prototype Properties, LLC
• Council District 4 – Jecorey Arthur

Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee

The Jefferson County Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee is meeting to review two historic preservation cases. The committee will consider a request for a carriage house demolition, new construction, deck construction, and rear addition alterations at 2120 Cherokee Parkway. They will also consider an after-the-fact replacement of historic cedar shake siding with fiber cement shake siding at 1283 Everett Avenue.

• Carriage house demolition and new construction, deck construction, and rear addition alterations at 2120 Cherokee Parkway (Case 23-COA-0271)
• After-the-fact replacement of historic cedar shake siding with fiber cement shake siding at 1283 Everett Avenue (Case 23-COA-0290)

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee

The Jefferson County Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee is meeting to consider multiple pending appointments and reappointments to local boards and commissions. These include positions on the Waste Management District 109 Board, Commission for Persons with Disabilities, Downtown Management District Board, Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board, Police Merit Board, Criminal Justice Commission, Extension Board, Planning Commission, Housing Authority Board, Library Advisory Commission, and Human Relations Commission Advocacy and Enforcement Boards. One appointment to the Planning Commission was withdrawn.

• Reappointment of Carl Brazley to the Waste Management District 109 Board
• Appointment of Labravia Jenkins to the Police Merit Board
• Appointment of LaTonya McNeal to the Criminal Justice Commission
• Withdrawal of Desmond Martin's appointment to the Planning Commission
• Appointments and reappointments to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will consider Ordinance O-276-23, which would establish the One Park Development Area, designate the Metro Development Authority as the agency, adopt a development plan, and authorize a local participation agreement with a released amount payment. The ordinance requires regular reports to Louisville Metro Government and authorizes related actions by May 2024.

• Ordinance O-276-23: Establishes One Park Development Area under KRS 65.7041-65.7083
• Designates Metro Development Authority, Inc. as the agency for the development area
• Authorizes payment of the 'released amount' per the local participation agreement
• Requires submission of regular reports to Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government
• Action required by May 2024

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review and vote on multiple zoning ordinances and area plan amendments. Items include updates to the Clifton and Crescent Hill Area Plan, zoning changes for properties on Bardstown Road and Bashford Avenue, and revised district development plans for Outer Loop and Cane Run Road.

• Amendment to Plan 2040 Comprehensive Plan for Clifton and Crescent Hill Area Plan (O-265-23)
• Zoning change for 0.63-acre property at 6604 Bardstown Road (O-268-23)
• Zoning change for 2.02-acre property at 3560 Bashford Avenue (O-269-23)
• Revised District Development Plan for 15.16-acre property at 6001 Outer Loop (O-247-23, tabled since 10/31/23)
• Decision on revised district development plan for 4516 Cane Run Road (O-273-23)

CANCELLED: Public Safety Committee

This meeting of the Louisville Metro Public Safety Committee has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural items (call to order, roll call, adjournment) and no substantive business was scheduled.

CANCELLED: Public Works Committee

The Jefferson County Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for December 5, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred as the meeting did not proceed.

Board of Zoning Adjustment Meeting

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on 20 short-term rental conditional use permit revocation cases, along with several variance requests and new conditional use permits for short-term rentals, an accessory dwelling unit, and mini-warehouses. The board will also consider minutes from the previous meeting.

• 20 short-term rental permit revocation hearings (cases 18CUP1207, 19CUP1002, 19-CUP-0047, etc.)
• Variance for Talbott Ave Apartments at 201 S. Birchwood Ave (height, setbacks, waivers)
• Conditional use permit for mini-warehouses at 200 Juneau Drive (Middletown)
• Conditional use permit for ADU at 6130 Cooper Chapel Road
• Variance for accessory structure at 932 Audubon Parkway

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board meets to review 36 properties cited for maintenance violations, including issues like property upkeep and street racing. Each case is listed under property maintenance or an appeal for street racing.

• 115 Whitney Avenue — property maintenance
• 3832 Cliff Avenue — street racing appeal
• 4600 W. Broadway — property maintenance
• 2514 Congress Street — property maintenance
• 1367 Brook Street — property maintenance

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will convene via video teleconference to review the November 30, 2023 Metro Council agenda and addresses to council. A special discussion on the Sister Cities Program is also scheduled, led by the Sister Cities Committee and the Office of Equity.

• ID 23-0334 Sister Cities Program discussion with Amos Izerimana, Office of Equity
• ID 23-0401 Review of Metro Council Agenda – November 30, 2023
• ID 23-0400 Addresses to Council – November 30, 2023

Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning Commission is meeting in person to approve the minutes from its November 16, 2023 meeting and to conduct a training session for commissioners. No substantive zoning or development cases are on the agenda.

• Approval of 11.16.2023 minutes
• Planning Commissioner Training Session

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including an emergency resolution to review a development plan, a charge against Councilman Piagentini, and several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include approving a $2.25 million economic development grant for Stellar Snacks, accepting federal grants for public health, and amending the rental housing registration code. The agenda also includes numerous neighborhood development fund appropriations and board appointments.

• Emergency resolution to review Planning Commission approval of revised development plan at 4516 Cane Run Road
• Charge against District 19 Councilman Anthony Piagentini
• Ordinance amending LMCO Chapter 119: Registration of Rental Housing Units
• Resolution authorizing $2,250,000 economic development grant for Stellar Snacks, LLC
• Ordinance transferring $743,981.80 from Tax Collection System Project to various capital projects

Planning Committee

The Jefferson County Planning Committee will hold a virtual meeting to review new business, including a request to establish a Floyds Fork Zoning Overlay District in Louisville Metro. The committee will also adjourn the meeting.

• 22-LDC-0005: Floyds Fork Zoning Overlay District proposal

NuLu Review Overlay District Committee

The NuLu Review Overlay District Committee will meet in person to continue reviewing a ground-level pool area for the previously approved Joe Ley Hotel and consider three new construction projects: a two-story mixed-use building with parking at 221 S. Shelby Street, a 4,800 sq ft rear addition to Sake a Go-Go at 620 E. Market St., and a 15,300 sq ft four-story rear addition to the New Sunday School at 629 E. Market St. All projects fall under Louisville Metro Council District 4.

• Continued review of ground-level pool area for 7-story Joe Ley Hotel at 615–625 E. Market St. (23-OVERLAY-0012)
• Demolition and new construction of two-story building and parking at 221 S. Shelby St. (23-OVERLAY-0064)
• 4,800 sq ft rear addition to Sake a Go-Go at 620 E. Market St. (23-OVERLAY-0069)
• 15,300 sq ft four-story rear addition to New Sunday School at 629 E. Market St. (23-OVERLAY-0070)

Committee on Committees

The Committee on Committees is assigning legislation to various council committees for the upcoming meeting cycle. The agenda includes a wide range of items, from budget transfers and neighborhood development fund appropriations to zoning changes, board appointments, and contract approvals. This is a procedural meeting focused on routing items to the appropriate committees for further review.

• O-261-23: Transfers $50,000 from District 20 Neighborhood Development Fund to Capital Infrastructure Fund
• O-263-23: Appropriates $42,000 for Gallopalooza horse statues in districts 8, 13, 15, 17
• O-276-23: Establishes One Park Development Area under KRS 65.7041-65.7083
• R-152-23: Accepts $144,500 Humana Foundation award for food delivery service
• R-156-23: Accepts $400,000 U.S. DOE grant for Buildings UP program

Charging Committee - This is Considered a Special Meeting

The Charging Committee of the Louisville Metro Government is holding a special meeting on November 28, 2023. The agenda includes only standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, committee business, a closed session, and adjournment. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed, and the agenda notes that items may not be heard or acted upon.

• Closed session scheduled
• Special meeting designation
• No specific agenda items listed

Charging Committee - This is Considered a Special Meeting

The Jefferson County Charging Committee, led by Chair Cindi Fowler, will convene a special meeting to conduct committee business and enter a closed session. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call and adjournment, with no specific substantive decisions or discussions listed.

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Louisville Metro Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on 19 items, including an appeal of an administrative decision, several variance requests, and multiple conditional use permits for short-term rentals. The board will also consider a modified conditional use permit for a Norton Hospital parking structure and an accessory dwelling unit. One item, a conditional use permit for a short-term rental on Watterson Trail, has been continued to December 18, 2023.

• Appeal of administrative decision regarding nonconforming rights at 4607 Atterberry Ct (22-APPEAL-0014)
• Variance for structure encroachment at 919 Schiller Avenue (23-VARIANCE-0149)
• Abandonment of Conditional Use Permit B-120-05 at 1124 Logan Street
• Modified Conditional Use Permit for off-street parking at 1 Audubon Plaza Drive (Norton Parking Structure)
• Multiple short-term rental conditional use permits and host residency hearings

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board is meeting to consider seven animal-related appeals from property owners. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting. All agenda items are appeals under the 'New Business' section.

• Animal appeal at 2432 Broadmeade Rd
• Animal appeal at 4015 Larchmont Ave
• Animal appeal at 2326 Quinn Dr
• Animal appeal at 4842 Brenda Dr
• Animal appeal at 5305 Carolina Crossings

Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission

The Historic Landmarks and Preservation Districts Commission is meeting in person to discuss and potentially act on an update to the Standard Design Guidelines, which apply citywide across all council districts. The agenda lists this as old business, indicating it is a continuation of prior discussion. No other substantive items are listed.

• Design Guidelines Update for Standard Design Guidelines, Louisville Metro, Council Districts 1-26

Planning Committee

The Jefferson County Planning Committee will hold a virtual meeting to consider new business, specifically the Floyds Fork Zoning Overlay District proposal. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• 22-LDC-0005: Floyds Fork Zoning Overlay District (District 19)

Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear a public right-of-way closure request for Belknap Park, and vote on the Clifton & Crescent Hill Area Plan amendment to Plan 2040. The meeting also includes appeals, development plan reviews, and a zoning change request for Beulah Church Road properties.

• Closure of public right-of-way at Belknap Park (101 E Washington Street) requested by Humana, Inc.
• Approval of Clifton & Crescent Hill Area Plan amendment to Plan 2040
• Binding Element Appeal for 1319 Tile Factory Lane
• Category 3 Development Plan review for Griffiths Garden (2119 Griffiths Avenue)
• Rezoning request for 6803 & 6805 Beulah Church Road from R-4 to R-5, R-5A, R-6 and C-1

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Jefferson County Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to hold a special discussion regarding the Beargrass Creek Restoration Project with the Louisville/Jefferson Metropolitan Sewer District. The meeting takes place in Council Chambers and via video teleconference.

• Special discussion on ID 23-0368 Beargrass Creek Restoration Project with the Louisville/Jefferson Metropolitan Sewer District

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee will consider several appropriations from district capital and neighborhood development funds, including sidewalk repairs, speed humps, and community event funding. It will also review ordinances authorizing general obligation bonds, reallocating ARP funds, and amending capital and operating budgets. The agenda includes both new items and items previously held or recommitted.

• Appropriations for sidewalk repairs: $2,873 (2335 West Chestnut St), $3,700 (233 Glendora Ave), $8,000 (6902/6905 Hyland Hills Ct), $1,100 (9012 Wooddale Dr)
• Speed humps on Bohannon Ave ($6,520) and repeal of speed hump project on Limehouse Ln/Regency Woods Way ($12,780)
• Neighborhood development funds for community events: Juice Bowl ($2,239.78), Garvin Gate Blues Festival ($10,000), Old Louisville Holiday Home Tour ($1,000), Shop with a Cop ($3,000 + $1,500 + $1,800)
• Ordinance O-258-23 authorizing general obligation bonds for capital projects
• Ordinance O-250-23 reallocating ARP funds from Healthcare Workforce Innovation Coalition (LAT-0096)

Development Review Committee Meeting

The Development Review Committee will consider several development-related requests, including extensions for a subdivision, amendments to plats, waivers for signs and sidewalks, and a revised development plan for a QuikTrip. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a revised plan for a trucking facility.

• 23-EXTENSION-0018: Second extension for Caudill Farm Subdivision at 1901 Long Run Road
• 23-WAIVER-0137: Waiver for more than 3 attached signs at Bass Pro Shops, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd
• 23-WAIVER-0150: Waiver to omit sidewalks on southern side of Street H at Bellingham Park, 3501 Bellingham Park Dr
• 23-CAT3-0002: Category 3 Development Plan with waivers for QuikTrip at 8310-8414 National Tpke
• 23-DDP-0046: Revised Detailed District Development Plan for US Express Trucking at 1319 Tile Factory Ln

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee meets to discuss a health equity report and vote on three resolutions that would accept a total of $183,000 in public health grants. The committee also continues work on an ordinance to expand paid family leave.

• Health equity report presented by Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness
• Ordinance O-226-23 to expand paid family leave under review
• Resolution R-141-23 to accept $100,000 CDC MPOX grant
• Resolution R-142-23 to accept $75,000 CDC STD/HIV grant
• Resolution R-145-23 to accept $8,000 state harm reduction outreach grant

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will consider six appointments to local boards, including the Riverport Authority Board and the Air Pollution Control District Board. All appointments require action by April 2024.

• Appointment of Ronald Carmicle to Riverport Authority Board (term expires July 31, 2025)
• Appointment of William Summers V to Riverport Authority Board (term expires July 31, 2025)
• Reappointment of Marisa Neal to Air Pollution Control District Board (term expires June 30, 2026)
• Appointment of Sajjad Jaheel to Air Pollution Control District Board (term expires December 31, 2026)
• Appointment of Jeff Parrish to Greater Louisville Lodging Management District Board (term expires May 1, 2025)

Butchertown Architectural Review Committee

The Butchertown Architectural Review Committee is meeting to conduct a conceptual review of a proposed second-story addition to a non-historic garage building at 1437 Story Ave. This is a new business item, and no final decision is expected at this stage.

• Conceptual review of second-story addition to garage at 1437 Story Ave.
• Applicant: Madison Martin; Owner: Butchertown Historic Properties II
• Case 23-COA-0269, Council District 4 (Jecorey Arthur)

Clifton Architectural Review Committee

The Clifton Architectural Review Committee will consider three items: a demolition request for a one-story shotgun-style house at 2051 Payne Street, an after-the-fact replacement of a historic retaining wall at 169 William Street, and an after-the-fact storefront awning roof replacement at 2004 Frankfort Avenue. The committee will also hear old business regarding the retaining wall alteration.

• Demolition of one-story shotgun-style residential building at 2051 Payne Street for Holy Trinity Clifton Campus
• After-the-fact removal and replacement of historic retaining wall at 169 William Street
• After-the-fact replacement of cedar shake storefront awning roof with corrugated metal at 2004 Frankfort Avenue

CANCELLED Planning and Zoning Committee

This meeting of the Planning and Zoning Committee has been cancelled. The only listed item, an ordinance regarding a revised district development plan for property at 6001 Outer Loop, was tabled at the previous meeting and remains pending.

• O-247-23: Ordinance relating to revised district development plan for 6001 Outer Loop (approx. 15.16 acres), Case No. 23DDP0078, tabled 10/31/23

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will decide on two resolutions: one to approve a $108,000 contract with Commonwealth Economics Partners for financial advice on tax increment financing, and another to authorize a $2.25M grant request for Stellar Snacks, LLC from the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority.

• $108,000 contract with Commonwealth Economics Partners for economic development financial advice
• $2.25M grant request for Stellar Snacks, LLC from Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to consider O-256-23, an ordinance that would amend Louisville Metro Code Chapter 119, which covers registration of rental housing units. The item is listed as pending legislation, and the committee may or may not act on it during this meeting.

• O-256-23: ordinance amending LMCO Chapter 119 on registration of rental housing units

Public Safety Committee

The Jefferson County Public Safety Committee met on November 14, 2023, to discuss pending legislation including an interlocal cooperation agreement for alcohol beverage control enforcement and a sole source contract for an animal services program. The agenda lists two resolutions for consideration by the committee.

• Resolution R-143-23 regarding an interlocal cooperation agreement among Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Alcohol Beverage Control and the City of Middletown.
• Resolution R-146-23 approving a noncompetitively negotiated sole source contract for Metro Animal Services concerning a trap neuter and return program for community cats with Alley Cat Advocates, Inc. for $70,000.00.

Charging Committee - This is Considered a Special Meeting

The Jefferson County Charging Committee convened a special meeting on November 13, 2023, with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion. The agenda consisted solely of procedural items such as roll call, committee business, a closed session, and adjournment.

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board meets to review 35 property maintenance cases across Louisville. The board will consider violations at residential and commercial properties, including issues like unsafe structures, overgrown lots, and code violations. No new business beyond routine enforcement actions is listed.

• 1207 S 1ST STREET #1 — property maintenance violation
• 769 HARRISON AVENUE — property maintenance violation
• 3103 ELLIOTT AVENUE — property maintenance violation
• 703 W FLORENCE AVENUE — property maintenance violation
• 4600 W BROADWAY — property maintenance violation

Land Development & Transportation Committee

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will meet to consider two items: a request to close a public right-of-way for the Belknap Park project at 101 E Washington Street, and a zoning change from R-4 to R-5A for Regency Park II at 8816 W Manslick Road. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Closure of public right-of-way for Belknap Park, 101 E Washington Street, owner Humana Inc.
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-5A with Detailed District Development Plan and Binding Elements for Regency Park II, 8816 W Manslick Road, owner CAT VVB LLC
• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2023 meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Louisville Metro Government Committee of the Whole meets to review the November 9, 2023 Metro Council agenda and addresses to council. The agenda also includes a special discussion regarding Race to Derby 150 presented by Katrina Helmer of the Kentucky Derby Museum.

• Special Discussion: Race to Derby 150 with Katrina Helmer, Kentucky Derby Museum (ID 23-0353)
• Review of Metro Council Agenda for November 9, 2023 (ID 23-0362)
• Review of Addresses to Council for November 9, 2023 (ID 23-0361)

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council will consider transferring $4,020,600 from federal infrastructure grants to local capital projects and approving a $300,000 sole-source EMS training contract. The meeting also includes zoning changes for multiple properties, a street renaming, and funding allocations for neighborhood events and services.

• Transfer $4,020,600 from federal infrastructure grants to local capital projects
• Approve $300,000 sole-source EMS training contract with American Heart Association
• Rename portion of Stuart Avenue to Virginia Avenue
• Dedicate Ellerholt Court & Virginia Avenue corner as 'Ron King Way'
• Approve $2,250,000 economic development grant for Stellar Snacks, LLC

CANCELLED: Committee on Committees

This meeting of the Louisville Metro Council's Committee on Committees was cancelled. The agenda was procedural, covering roll call and assignment of legislation to various council committees.

• Meeting cancelled
• Agenda included legislation assignments to multiple committees

Charging Committee - This is Considered a Special Meeting

The Jefferson County Charging Committee will hold a special meeting to designate its chairs, establish meeting times, and select legal counsel. The committee consists of five members representing districts 7, 9, 10, 14, and 21.

• Designate Charging Committee chairs (ID 23-0348)
• Set Charging Committee meeting times (ID 23-0349)
• Appoint legal counsel for the committee (ID 23-0350)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on 10 items: one conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit (continued to December 4), three variance requests, one conditional use permit for a rehabilitation home with a landscape waiver, and five short-term rental conditional use permits. The board will decide whether to grant these requests.

• 23-CUP-0248: ADU at 6130 Cooper Chapel Road (continued to Dec 4)
• 23-VARIANCE-0128: Variances at 2511 Ransdell Avenue
• 23-VARIANCE-0130: Car port variance at 1446 S Hancock Street
• 23-CUP-0274: Rehabilitation home at 2412 Mount Claire Avenue
• 23-CUP-0089: Short-term rental of duplex at 103 W Kentucky Street

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board will hold a public meeting to hear 33 property maintenance violation cases and one street racing case. All items are listed as new business, and the board will decide on each case. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other business listed.

• 33 property maintenance cases at addresses including 3520 Vermont Avenue, 6306 Johnsontown Road, and 2501 W Hill Street
• One street racing case at 3832 Cliff Avenue
• Cases include properties on Westport Road, Bank Street, and Cherokee Road

Butchertown Architectural Review Committee

The Butchertown Architectural Review Committee will review a request to change the paint color of previously painted historic masonry at the Butchertown Market located at 1201 Story Ave. The project is submitted by Andy Blieden with Kelli Jones as the applicant and representative.

• Review of paint color change for Butchertown Market historic masonry (23-COA-0295)
• Project location: 1201 Story Ave
• Owner: Andy Blieden, Applicant: Kelli Jones

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee reviews 13 ordinances to allocate neighborhood development funds for events, signage, food pantries, and theater programs, and amends capital budgets by transferring $4,020,600 from federal infrastructure grants to local projects. All items require action by April 2024.

• $7,000 from District 5 Neighborhood Development Funds to OneWest Corporation for Winter Wonderland event lighting and production
• $10,000 from District 6 Neighborhood Development Funds to Garvin Gate Association for Garvin Gate Blues Festival
• $4,020,600 transferred from federal infrastructure grants to local capital projects
• $5,500 from Districts 8 and 9 to Highland Community Ministries for food pantry and senior lunch staffing
• $188 from District 5 Capital Infrastructure Funds for a street sign honoring Ron King at Ellerholt Court and Virginia Avenue

Park and Sustainability Committee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to consider a single pending resolution (R-136-23) that encourages Metro Government to implement reusable cutlery at all Metro Government events. The resolution is sponsored by Betsy Ruhe (D-21) and has an action deadline of April 2024. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with only this one substantive item listed.

• R-136-23: Resolution encouraging Metro Government to implement reusable cutlery at all Metro Government events
• Sponsor: Betsy Ruhe (D-21)
• Action required by April 2024

Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will meet in-person and virtually to approve minutes, set the 2024 meeting calendar, and hold a public hearing on three rezoning requests. Two applicants seek waivers to refile denied zoning applications or proceed under new zoning frameworks.

• Two-Year Waiver request at 7504 Preston Highway for Preston Highway Rezoning (Lakshmi LLC)
• 23-ZONE-0104 rezoning from R-5 to OR-1 at 106 Lyndon Ln for Lyndon Professional Office (Neal Campbell)
• 23-ZONE-0107 rezoning from PRO to PEC at 3560 Bashford Ave for TEM Group Rezoning (TEM Group, Inc)
• 23-ZONE-0113 rezoning from OR-1 to C-2 at 6604 Bardstown Road for 6604 Bardstown Road Rezoning (TK Real Estate LLC)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider several development-related requests, including waivers, a minor plat, and revised detailed district development plans. Items include a lot width waiver on Brownsboro Road, a parking encroachment waiver on Camp Ground Road, and plans for a blood center and contractor's shop.

• Waiver to allow lot width below 35 feet at 1861 Brownsboro Road
• Waiver for drive aisle and parking encroachment at 4319 Camp Ground Road
• Floyd's Fork overlay review for single-family home at 16608 Aiken Rd
• Revised detailed district development plan with waiver at 5800 Poplar Level Road
• Revised plan for Kentucky Blood Center at 14002 Shelbyville Rd

Equity, Communtity Affairs, Housing, Health and Education

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee discussed healthcare access, family leave expansion, and emergency medical services funding. Two resolutions and one ordinance were pending action by April 2024. Special discussions included housing authority issues and the Asclepius Initiative.

• Resolution R-133-23: $165,197 state funding for equitable healthcare access
• Ordinance O-226-23: Expanding paid family leave under Chapter 35
• Resolution R-134-23: $300,000 sole-source contract for CPR/first aid materials with American Heart Association
• Resolution R-138-23: Dedication of Ellerholt Court and Virginia Avenue corner as 'Ron King Way'

CANCELLED: Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee

This meeting of the Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural items (call to order, roll call, adjournment) and no substantive business.

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider several zoning ordinances, a street name change, a revised district development plan, and a proposed anti-displacement law. One resolution regarding HOA funds has been withdrawn. The committee may not act on all items.

• Zoning for 5024 and 5026 South 3rd Street and 307 West Kingston Avenue (0.429 acres)
• Zoning for 9408 and 9500 Old Bardstown Road (9.28 acres)
• Zoning for 7009 S. Watterson Trail and 7909/7913R Glaser Lane (8.37 acres)
• Street name change of Stuart Avenue north of Fury Way to Virginia Avenue
• Revised district development plan for 6001 Outer Loop (15.16 acres)

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee is meeting to consider pending legislation. The single item on the agenda is an ordinance that would amend the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances relating to retail package alcohol sales hours on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. The committee may or may not act on this item, as agendas are followed at the chair's discretion.

• O-240-23: Ordinance amending LMCO Chapter 113 to change retail package alcohol sales hours on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hold a special discussion on wrecking and demolition permits, with presentations from Sharri Zink, Robert Mueller, and Robert Kirchdorfer of Codes and Regulations. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Special discussion on wrecking/demolition permits (ID 23-0337)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider two items: a resolution approving a sole-source contract for a forensics digital camera for LMPD, and an ordinance updating fire prevention and safety standards that was previously tabled. The committee may vote on these items or defer them.

• R-135-23: Approve $45,115.08 sole-source contract with Foster and Freeman USA, Inc. for LMPD forensics digital camera
• O-230-23: Amend LMCO Chapters 94, 115, and 156 to update fire prevention and safety standards (previously tabled)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings on five short-term rental cases: four conditional use permit revocation hearings and one host residency hearing. The board will decide whether to revoke permits for properties at 2808 Yorkshire Boulevard, 1610 Deer Park Avenue, 2409 Glenmary Avenue, and 502 Marengo Drive, and will consider the residency status of a host at 1201 Hull Street.

• Revocation hearing for short-term rental at 2808 Yorkshire Boulevard (case 18CUP1172)
• Revocation hearing for short-term rental at 1610 Deer Park Avenue (case 19-CUP-0035)
• Revocation hearing for short-term rental at 2409 Glenmary Avenue (case 19-CUP-0058)
• Revocation hearing for short-term rental at 502 Marengo Drive (case 19-CUP-0133)
• Host residency hearing for short-term rental at 1201 Hull Street (case LIC-STA-23-01421)

Special VAPStat Joint Meeting

The Louisville and Jefferson County Landbank Authority is meeting to consider resolutions for selling multiple properties, mostly through affordable housing programs, and to authorize referring enforcement of re-entry rights to the county attorney. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and several property dispositions.

• Resolution 9: Sale of 2727 Dumesnil Street for $1,000 to Salty Ventures, LLC for new single-family housing
• Resolution 12: Sale of 1210 Tennessee Avenue for $500 to J & S Homes & Properties, LLC for affordable housing
• Resolution 16: Sale of 2733 Bank Street for $1.00 to Laura L. Smith under Demo For Deed program
• Resolution 17: Sale of 2719 Magazine Street for $500 to Smith and Marshall, LLC for rental housing
• Resolution 21: Authorization to refer enforcement of Landbank's rights of re-entry to Jefferson County Attorney's Office

Land Development & Transportation Committee

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will meet to review and potentially vote on zoning changes, alley closures, and development plans. Items include a rezoning request for 6803 and 6805 Beulah Church Rd, an alley closure near Drescher Bridge Ave, and detailed development plans for a Wawa store and Forest Creek Subdivision.

• Rezoning 6803 and 6805 Beulah Church Rd from R-4 to R-5, R-5A, R-6, and C-1 with subdivision plans
• Closure of 13.5-foot alley bounded by Drescher Bridge Ave, Bertie Ave, Thompson Ave, and Delmont Ave
• Detailed District Development Plan for Wawa Preston Crossing at 9650 Preston Crossing Blvd with waivers
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan and subdivision for Forest Creek at 4826 Valla Road

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the Metro Council agenda for October 26, 2023, including addresses to the council. The agenda lists only procedural items—call to order, roll call, agenda review, presidential updates, and adjournment—with no specific legislative actions or discussions detailed.

• Review of Metro Council Agenda (ID 23-0328) for October 26, 2023
• Addresses to Council (ID 23-0327) for October 26, 2023

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on a consent calendar and old business items, including several zoning changes, amendments to the wrecking and landmarks ordinances, and a temporary moratorium on development in the Floyds Fork Special District. They will also consider new business items, such as a $4,020,600 transfer from unallocated BIL grants to various capital projects and several neighborhood development fund appropriations.

• O-170-23: Amends wrecking ordinance for historic buildings
• O-171-23: Amends landmarks ordinance
• O-239-23: Transfers $4,020,600 from BIL grants to capital projects
• O-222-23: Zoning change at 13000-13012 Factory Lane
• O-225-23: Zoning change at 8204-8306 Glaser Lane

Clifton Architectural Review Committee-Cancelled

The Clifton Architectural Review Committee did not meet on October 25, 2023. The agenda was published but the meeting was cancelled.

Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee

The Cherokee Triangle Architectural Review Committee will meet to discuss one item of new business. The committee is scheduled to consider a request for the construction of a one-story accessory dwelling unit at 1262 Willow Avenue. The meeting will be held in-person at the Metro Development Center in Louisville.

• Review of case 23-COA-0228 for a one-story accessory dwelling unit at 1262 Willow Avenue

CANCELLED: Committee on Committees

The Jefferson County Committee on Committees meeting scheduled for October 24, 2023, was cancelled. No legislation or decisions were considered or acted upon due to the cancellation.

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting virtually to consider one item: the Clifton & Crescent Hill Area Plan (case 23-AREA-0003), a land-use plan for the Louisville Metro area in Council District 9. The agenda includes no other substantive items, so the meeting is focused solely on this plan.

• Review of Clifton & Crescent Hill Area Plan (23-AREA-0003)
• Case manager: Rachel Casey, Senior Planner
• Council District 9 – Andrew Owen

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board will review 11 animal-related appeals and two additional appeals at this meeting. The board will consider appeals filed under various enforcement case numbers, each tied to specific property addresses.

• ENFBRD-23-05150 at 142 Bayly Avenue — animal appeal
• ENFBRD-23-05151 at 2302 Sycamore Avenue — animal appeal
• ENFBRD-23-05768 at 9814 Seville Drive — animal appeal
• ENFZON-23-000772-3 at 1416 S. 3rd Street — zoning appeal
• ENFBRD-23-06434 at 4010 Grand Avenue — street racing appeal

Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission

The Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission will meet in-person to review nine proposed updates to its design guidelines for historic preservation in Louisville Metro. The updates cover site design, streetscapes, additions, garages, new construction (commercial and residential), demolition, archaeology, and sustainability. No decisions are listed on this agenda; the meeting is procedural.

• Site Design Guidelines Update
• Streetscape Design Guidelines Update
• New Construction Residential Design Guidelines Update
• Demolition Design Guidelines Update
• Sustainability & Energy Efficiency Design Guidelines Update

Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will meet to review a post-construction noise assessment for TopGolf at Oxmoor Center and discuss four development proposals, including a revised apartment plan, a zoning change for a Greenwood Avenue duplex, a binding element appeal, and a subdivision near Floyds Fork. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and a public hearing.

• Review post-construction noise assessment for TopGolf at Oxmoor Center (7900 Shelbyville Road)
• Approve revised Detailed District Development Plan for Casualwood Apartments (8314 Casualwood Way)
• Consider zoning change from R-5 to R-7 for Greenwood Ave 8-Plex (3808 & 3810 Greenwood Ave)
• Hear appeal of binding element for property at 1319 Tile Factory Lane
• Review Major Preliminary Subdivision for 1614 Johnson Road Subdivision

Parks and Sustainability Commiittee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will discuss and likely vote on a resolution to accept a $1,000,000 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for climate pollution reduction efforts. The grant would be administered by the Office of Sustainability with action required by March 2024.

• Resolution R-118-23: Accept $1,000,000 EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant
• Special discussion on air pollution control with Rachel Hamilton, Louisville Metro Air Pollution Control District

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee will consider 11 appropriations from Neighborhood Development and Capital Infrastructure Funds, totaling $187,203.02, for projects including a skate park pump track, speed humps, police overtime, and community events. One item (O-227-23) was previously tabled and is being reconsidered.

• $53,980.37 for pump track at Petersburg Park skate park
• $90,500 for speed humps on seven streets in District 2
• $10,000 for LMPD overtime patrols in District 6 (tabled 10/5)
• $10,000 for Garvin Gate Blues Festival
• $1,500 for Halloween candy in Highview Park

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider an extension for the Stables at Floyds Fork, two waivers for changing image signs near residential areas, and a revised detailed district development plan for the KY Center for Special Children. The meeting is open to the public, with options to attend in person or virtually.

• Extension of expiration for Stables at Floyds Fork, 10503 H. Bardstown Bluff Rd.
• Waiver for changing image sign closer than 300 ft to residential use at Watkins Church, 9800 Westport Rd.
• Waiver for changing image sign closer than 300 ft to residential use at Mosaic Church, 8008 Saint Andrews Church Rd.
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for KY Center for Special Children, 13101 Eastpoint Park Blvd.

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will hold a special discussion on the Crime Victim Leave Ordinance, including implementation and usage, and hear from Commonwealth Alliances. They will also consider pending legislation, including an ordinance to expand paid family leave and resolutions honoring Rev. Dr. Lincoln Bingham and approving a contract for a laboratory director.

• Discussion on Crime Victim Leave Ordinance implementation and adoption by other agencies
• O-226-23: Ordinance expanding paid family leave in Louisville Metro Code
• R-113-23: Resolution to dedicate corner of West Jefferson Street and South 30th Street as 'Rev. Dr. Lincoln Bingham Way'
• R-131-23: Resolution approving $64,180.67 contract with University of Louisville for laboratory director

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee

The Louisville Metro Government Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee meets to discuss pending legislation regarding the removal of Charles Keyes from the Civilian Review and Accountability Board. The committee is also reviewing multiple appointments and reappointments to local boards, including the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board, Criminal Justice Commission, Housing Authority Board, and other district boards.

• Resolution R-130-23: Removal of Charles Keyes from the Civilian Review and Accountability Board
• Appointments to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board for Bruce Sherrod, Pat Mathison, and Louis Straub
• Appointments to the Criminal Justice Commission for Forrest Clay, Joann James, and Jay Davidson
• Appointments to the Housing Authority Board for Chartrael Hall and Larnelle Harris
• Appointments to the Parking Authority of River City, Inc. (PARC) for Evon Smith and John Hollenbach

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider five zoning ordinance changes for properties on Factory Lane, Glaser Lane, River Road, South 3rd Street/West Kingston Avenue, and Old Fern Valley Road. They will also discuss amendments to the Wrecking Ordinance and Landmarks Ordinance, and a proposed ordinance to protect historically Black neighborhoods from displacement. Several items were previously tabled and have action deadlines.

• Zoning change for 13000-13012 Factory Lane (4.88 acres)
• Zoning change for 8204-8306 Glaser Lane (14.22 acres)
• Zoning change for 7603 River Road (0.33 acres)
• Zoning change for 5024-5026 S 3rd St & 307 W Kingston Ave (0.429 acres)
• Ordinance to protect historically Black neighborhoods from displacement

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will consider a resolution to approve local incentives for Ellie Diagnostics, LLC under KRS Chapter 154, Subchapter 32. The resolution, sponsored by Chair Pat Mulvihill, requires action by April 2024. The meeting will be held virtually at 3:00 PM in Council Chambers.

• R-120-23: Resolution for $154 incentives to Ellie Diagnostics, LLC

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider two resolutions authorizing the mayor to accept federal grant funding for transportation-related projects. The first is $300,000 from the U.S. Department of Transportation's SMART program for a sensor-based real-time data platform, and the second is $250,000 from the Highway Infrastructure Program. Both items are pending legislation and may be discussed or acted upon.

• R-117-23: Accept $300,000 from USDOT SMART program for ViaSmart project, administered by Metro Technology Services
• R-132-23: Accept $250,000 from USDOT Highway Infrastructure Program, administered by Public Works and Assets

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider an ordinance updating fire prevention and safety standards in the Louisville Metro Code. A separate ordinance limiting barbecue grills in residential areas has been withdrawn and will not be acted on. The meeting is being held via video teleconference.

• O-230-23: Ordinance amending LMCO Chapters 94, 115, and 156 for fire prevention and safety standards updates
• O-214-23: Ordinance limiting barbecue grill use in residential areas (withdrawn)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on 14 items, including variances for setbacks, fences, and signs, as well as conditional use permits for private institutions. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Variance for accessory structure encroachment at 815 Samoa Way
• Variance for fence height and side yard setback at 4921 Ronwood Drive
• Variance and waiver for Category 3 Development Plan at 4807 Outer Loop
• Conditional Use Permit for Meredith Dunn School at 3023 Melbourne Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for Life of Faith Church at 14200 Spegal Lane

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Code Enforcement Board will review and decide on 30 property maintenance violation cases across Louisville, plus one appeal related to street racing. The agenda lists only the case numbers and addresses; no details on the alleged violations or proposed actions are provided.

• 30 property maintenance cases at addresses including 2501 W. Hill St, 3405 Boxelder Rd, 4016 Northumberland Dr, and others
• One street racing appeal at 4010 Grand Ave
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• New business includes all listed enforcement cases

Land Development & Transportation Committee

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will consider five items: approval of prior minutes, one old business zoning case, and four new business items including a zoning change, an extension request, and two additional rezoning proposals. The most consequential item is a rezoning request to allow a grocery store with mixed residential and commercial uses at 6803 and 6805 Beulah Church Road.

• 23-ZONE-0104: Rezone 106 Lyndon Ln from R-5 to OR-1 with development plan, variances, and waivers (Lyndon Professional Office)
• 23-EXTENSION-0017: Extension of expiration for One Park South at 2294 Lexington Road
• 23-ZONE-0113: Rezone 6604 Bardstown Road from OR-1 to C-2 with detailed development plan
• 23-ZONE-0107: Rezone 3560 Bashford Ave from PRO to PEC with development plan and waivers (TEM Group Rezoning)
• 23-ZONE-0030: Rezone 6803 and 6805 Beulah Church Rd from R-4 to mixed R-5/R-5A/R-6/C-1 with plans for a grocery store

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the Metro Council agenda for October 12, 2023, including addresses to the council. The agenda consists of procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and presidential updates. No specific legislative actions or public hearings are listed.

• Review of Metro Council Agenda (ID 23-0308)
• Addresses to Council (ID 23-0294)

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council will hold its regular October meeting, primarily voting on funding and appointments forwarded by committees. Key items include accepting a $12 million U.S. Department of Agriculture grant for urban forestry, approving neighborhood development fund allocations for festivals and events, and confirming multiple new board appointments across city agencies.

• Appropriate $14,667.80 for LG&E street lights on Elmwood Avenue (District 7)
• $12M USDA grant for urban tree access and green spaces (Parks and Sustainability)
• $568,861.18 CDC funding for equitable public health services
• $186,000 for bike implementation plan (Kentuckiana Regional Planning)
• $120,000 Watterson Park contribution for Newburg Road sidewalk project

Old Louisville ARC

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee is meeting to review three after-the-fact applications for property changes in the historic district. These include siding and roof alterations, a front yard picket fence, and two fences (aluminum and wood). The committee will decide whether to approve these changes retroactively.

• 23-COA-0004: Amended after-the-fact review of siding replacement and roof alterations at 1319 S. Floyd Street (owner: Aaron Paul Bell)
• 23-COA-0164: After-the-fact front yard wooden picket fence at 223 E. Ormsby Avenue (owners: Kirk & Denise Harrod)
• 23-COA-0193: After-the-fact review of a 4-ft front yard aluminum fence and a 6-ft rear yard wood privacy fence at 227 E. Ormsby Avenue (owner: Charles Lovejoy)

CANCELLED - VAPStat Joint Meeting

This meeting was cancelled. The agenda had included resolutions to sell several Landbank-owned properties for new construction, rehabilitation, and side-yard purchases, plus a request to authorize enforcement of re-entry rights through the county attorney.

• Resolution 9, Series 2023: Sale of 2727 Dumesnil Street for $1,000 to Salty Ventures, LLC for new single-family housing
• Resolution 12, Series 2023: Sale of 1210 Tennessee Avenue for $500 to J & S Homes & Properties, LLC for affordable housing
• Resolution 16, Series 2023: Sale of 2733 Bank Street for $1.00 to Laura L. Smith under Demo For Deed program
• Resolution 17, Series 2023: Sale of 2719 Magazine Street for $500 to Marshall and Smith, LLC for rental housing
• Resolution 21, Series 2023: Request to authorize enforcement of Landbank's rights of re-entry through Jefferson County Attorney's Office

CODE BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board meets to review 30 properties flagged for maintenance violations. The board will consider each case and may impose penalties or require corrective actions.

• 17PM19699-PM-14 10408 Millers Lane — property maintenance
• ENF-PMNT-19-013167-11 711 Lampton Street — property maintenance
• ENF-PMNT-23-005995-1 10301 Jefferson Hill Road — property maintenance
• ENF-PMNT-23-012793-1 10615 Dixie Highway — property maintenance
• ENF-PMNT-23-012843-1 215 Northwestern Parkway — property maintenance

Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning Commission will meet in-person to approve minutes from the September 21 meeting and vote on a street name change and multiple zoning requests. The public can join via the provided link or attend at the Old Jail Auditorium.

• Street name change for Stuart Ave at Fury Way (23-STRNAME-0001)
• Binding Element Final Order for 7701 Smyrna Parkway (BE Final Order – 7701 Smyrna)
• Revised Detailed District Development Plan for HoM Flats at Outer Loop (23-DDP-0078)
• Zoning change from R-4 and C-1 to R-6 for Friess Old Bardstown (22-ZONE-0105)
• Zoning change from R-5 to R-5A for Watterson Gardens (23-ZONE-0063)

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will hold a special discussion with David Sinclair of Louisville Gas and Electric about renewable energy. The committee will also consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to accept a $12,000,000 grant from the U.S. Forest Service for expanding access to trees and green spaces, to be administered by the Department of Parks and Recreation.

• Special discussion with David Sinclair, Louisville Gas and Electric, on renewable energy
• Resolution R-116-23 to accept $12,000,000 from U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service for urban and community forestry
• Grant to be administered by the Department of Parks and Recreation
• Action on the resolution required by March 2024

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee will consider nine appropriations from district capital infrastructure and neighborhood development funds, including funding for police overtime, street signs, speed humps, street lights, and community events. The agenda is routine and contains no major policy changes.

• $188 for a street sign honoring Rev. Dr. Lincoln Bingham at West Jefferson and South 30th Street
• $10,000 for LMPD overtime for additional patrolling in District 6
• $5,000 for the 2023 St. James Court Art Show
• $16,040 for five speed humps and signs on Clay Avenue
• $14,667.80 for LG&E street lights on Elmwood Avenue for five years

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meets to decide on nine development cases, including waivers for accessory structures, tree preservation, and pavement encroachment, as well as revised development plans for an RV park, warehouses, apartments, and a bank. The committee will also approve minutes from the September 20 meeting.

• Waiver for garage footprint at 6135 Overhill Drive (23-WAIVER-0092)
• Tree preservation waiver for 5710 Cane Run Road (23-WAIVER-0146)
• Pavement encroachment waiver for Vanaire Building Expansion at 10090 Bunsen Way (23-WAIVER-0125)
• Category 3 plan for two warehouses at 5355 Camp Ground Road (22-CAT3-0008)
• Revised RV park plan at 2900 S 7th Street Road (23-DDP-0033)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will decide on four items, including two professional service contracts for Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness totaling $160,743 and a $568,861 grant for public health transformation. The committee will also vote on an ordinance to expand paid family leave in Louisville Metro.

• $88,800 contract for a Health Economist and Graduate Research Assistant (University of Louisville)
• $71,943 contract for a Health Promotion and Behavioral Scientist (University of Louisville)
• $568,861 grant from Kentucky Department of Health for Public Health Transformation Program
• Ordinance O-226-23 to amend Chapter 35 expanding paid family leave

Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will consider 10 appointments and reappointments to various Louisville Metro boards and authorities, including the Louisville Regional Airport Authority, Okolona Fire Protection Board, Kentuckiana Works workforce board, Fairdale Fire Protection District, Metropolitan Sewer District, and Waterworks Board. All items are pending legislation requiring action by January or March 2024. The meeting is procedural, focused solely on these appointments.

• Appointment of Mark Blieden to Louisville Regional Airport Authority (term to 2027)
• Appointment of Margaret Harlow to Louisville Regional Airport Authority (term to 2027)
• Appointment of Lonnie Wright to Metropolitan Sewer District Board (term to 2026)
• Reappointment of Dr. Sundeep Dronawat to Waterworks Board (term to 2027)
• Appointments to Okolona Fire Protection Board and Fairdale Fire Protection District

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Jefferson County Labor and Economic Development Committee is scheduled to meet on October 3, 2023, to hold a roll call and discuss downtown revitalization funding presented by Jeff O’Brien from Economic Development. The meeting will be held via video teleconference and in the Council Chambers.

• Special discussion on downtown revitalization funding presented by Jeff O’Brien of Economic Development (ID 23-0275)

Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission

The Historic Landmarks & Preservation Districts Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss National Register nominations for three properties in Louisville Metro. The agenda includes old business regarding the John G. Epping Bottling Plant and new business for the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company Bakery & Warehouse and the Louisville Lead & Color Co. Paint Factory & Warehouse.

• John G. Epping Bottling Plant National Register Nomination Update at 702, 705, 708 & 725 Logan Street & 813 Finzer Street
• Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company Bakery & Warehouse National Register Nomination at 901 S. 15th Street
• Louisville Lead & Color Co. Paint Factory & Warehouse National Register Nomination at 1416 – 1426 Lytle Street

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider five zoning ordinance changes for properties in Louisville Metro, along with several ordinances and resolutions related to historic preservation and development rules. The agenda includes a long-pending anti-displacement law for historically Black neighborhoods and amendments to the wrecking and landmarks ordinances.

• Zoning change at 7791 Dixie Highway (0.26 acres)
• Zoning and form district change at 13000-13012 Factory Lane (4.88 acres)
• Zoning change at 13110 Old Henry Road (9.87 acres)
• Zoning change at 8204-8306 Glaser Lane (14.22 acres)
• Anti-displacement law for historically Black neighborhoods (O-071-23)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider two resolutions authorizing the mayor to accept grant funding for local infrastructure projects. The first would accept up to $120,000 from the City of Watterson Park for the Newburg Road Sidewalk Project, and the second would accept $186,000 from the Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency to develop a bike implementation plan. Both items are pending legislation and may or may not be acted upon at the discretion of the chair.

• R-115-23: Accept up to $120,000 from City of Watterson Park for Newburg Road Sidewalk Project
• R-112-23: Accept $186,000 from Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency for bike implementation plan
• Both resolutions require action by March 2024

CANCELLED: Public Safety Committee

This meeting of the Louisville Metro Public Safety Committee has been cancelled. The agenda contained only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, pending legislation, adjournment) and no substantive business was scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two items: a variance request to exceed maximum height for the HoM Flats at Outer Loop project, and a conditional use permit for a rehabilitation home on Preston Street. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance to exceed maximum height for HoM Flats at Outer Loop, 6001 Outer Loop
• Conditional Use Permit for rehabilitation home at 726 S Preston Street
• Approval of 9.25.23 minutes

Special Meeting of the Urban Renewal & Community Development Agency of Louisville

The Urban Renewal & Community Development Agency of Louisville is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from its December 2022 annual meeting and consider Resolution 1, Series 2023. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 12, 2022 annual meeting
• Consideration of Resolution 1, Series 2023

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board will hear 31 cases of alleged property maintenance violations at its September 29 meeting. Each case involves allegations of unsafe or unsanitary conditions at a specific address in Louisville.

• 2733 Virginia Avenue — property maintenance
• 1331 S. Preston Street — property maintenance
• 3000 Magazine Street — property maintenance
• 3006 Magazine Street — property maintenance
• 2718 Algonquin Parkway — street racing

Land Development & Transportation Committee

The Land Development & Transportation Committee will meet to consider two items: a street name change for Stuart Ave and Fury Way, and a zoning change from R-5 to R-7 with a detailed district development plan and variance for a proposed 8-plex at 3808 & 3810 Greenwood Ave. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the September 14, 2023 meeting.

• Street name change for Stuart Ave & Fury Way (23-STRNAME-0001)
• Zoning change from R-5 to R-7 for 3808 & 3810 Greenwood Ave (22-ZONE-0167)
• Detailed District Development Plan and Binding Elements for Greenwood Ave 8-Plex
• Variance request for Greenwood Ave 8-Plex
• Approval of minutes from September 14, 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole held a meeting via video teleconference and in the 1st Floor Conference Room on September 28, 2023. The agenda consisted of procedural items, including a review of the Metro Council agenda and addresses to the council.

• Review of Metro Council Agenda (ID 23-0271)
• Addresses to Council (ID 23-0244)

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on a consent calendar of items recommended by committees, including several zoning changes, street closures, and contracts. They will also consider new ordinances on paid family leave and a moratorium on development in the Floyds Fork district, plus resolutions to accept grant funding for trees and a bike plan.

• O-193-23: Ordinance prohibiting retail pet stores from selling dogs and cats
• O-221-23: $14,667.80 for LG&E street lights on Elmwood Avenue
• R-116-23: Accept $12,000,000 from USDA Forest Service for urban tree access
• O-226-23: Ordinance expanding paid family leave
• O-188-23: Closure of part of Fegenbush Lane right-of-way

Policy & Procedures Committee - September 27 2023

The Policy & Procedures Committee of Louisville Metro Government is meeting virtually to discuss four procedural items: continuation limits, subdivisions requiring Planning Commission approval, cross examination procedures, and early notification. These are discussion items under new business, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the agenda.

• Continuation Limits
• Subdivisions 'Requiring' PC Approval
• Cross Examination Procedures
• Early Notification

Old Louisville ARC

The Old Louisville Architectural Review Committee is meeting to consider two after-the-fact requests regarding exterior alterations. The committee will review an amended request for siding replacement and roof alterations at 1319 S Floyd Street, as well as a request for a front yard wooden picket fence at 223 E. Ormsby Avenue.

• 23-COA-0004: Amended after-the-fact review of siding replacement and roof alterations at 1319 S Floyd Street
• 23-COA-0164: After-the-fact review of a front yard wooden picket fence at 223 E. Ormsby Avenue

Committee on Committees

The Jefferson County Committee on Committees reviewed ordinances and resolutions assigning funds to public works, police, and health initiatives, as well as zoning changes for multiple properties. The committee also considered appointments to local boards and agencies.

• Appropriate $14,667.80 for LG&E street lights on Elmwood Avenue (District 7)
• Appropriate $10,000 for LMPD overtime patrol funding (District 6)
• Approve $88,800 contract for Public Health employment (University of Louisville)
• Approve $568,861.18 CDC grant for public health transformation
• Zoning changes proposed for properties at 13000-13012 Factory Lane, 13110 Old Henry Road, and 8204-8306 Glaser Lane

Board of Zoning Adjustment - 9/25/2023

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on nine items, including modified conditional use permits, variances, and a continued childcare center case. Decisions will affect properties in Louisville Metro and Lyndon, covering uses like a commercial kennel, a private school, a childcare center, a hotel addition, and transitional housing.

• Modified Conditional Use Permit for commercial kennel parking expansion at 7924 Vine Crest Avenue (Golden Retriever Rescue & Adoption)
• Modified Conditional Use Permit for private institutional use at 4100 Springdale Rd (Kentucky Country Day School)
• Continued Conditional Use Permit for childcare center (max 12 children) at 7007 Norlynn Drive (Busy Kidz Childcare)
• Variance for 7-story hotel addition and front yard pool at 615 & 625 E. Market Street (Joe Ley Hotel)
• Conditional Use Permit for transitional housing at 1450 Cypress Street (MaSire Care)

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOAARD

The Code Enforcement Board will review and decide on 40 property maintenance violation cases across Louisville. The agenda lists each property by address and case number, with no other details provided. This is a routine enforcement meeting.

• 40 property maintenance cases on the agenda
• Cases include 249 Southwestern Parkway, 3011 W. Main Street, 823 S. Jackson Street
• Other addresses: 2530 Rowan Street, 2225 Bank Street, 4918 Wellsworth Avenue
• More: 2011 Fort Street, 647 S. 22nd Street, 3602 Wheeler Avenue
• Includes 1393 S. 3rd Street, 1233 Garvin Place, 527 S. 20th Street #2

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Jefferson County Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss pending legislation regarding single-use plastics and a noncompetitively negotiated professional service contract. The meeting takes place on September 21, 2023, in Council Chambers and via video teleconference under Chair Jecorey Arthur.

• Resolution R-073-23 encouraging collaboration with local restaurants to minimize single-use plastics
• Resolution R-097-23 approving a $120,000.00 noncompetitively negotiated professional service contract with Kentucky Community and Technical College System/University of Kentucky Community College System for Jefferson Community College for a Louisville Zoo mentor/internship program

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee of Louisville Metro Government meets to decide on 10 appropriations totaling $43,034.36 from neighborhood development and capital infrastructure funds. Items include grants for community events, murals, police equipment, and infrastructure repairs.

• $5,000 to First Gethsemane Center for Back-to-School Event
• $4,128.61 to Fairdale Community Fair Board for Fairdale Fair
• $7,500 for mural on DC Elevator Building during Cyclovia
• $10,000 for ABC Division overtime to enforce zero-tolerance violations
• $3,248.75 for Louisville Metro Police Department Fitbit Challenges

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee is meeting to receive an update on the King Louis statue from the Office of Arts & Creative Industries. The agenda contains only this one discussion item, with no votes or other business scheduled.

• Update on King Louis statue (ID 23-0243) by Jessica Bennett Kincaid, Office of Arts & Creative Industries

CANCELLED: Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

This meeting of the Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee was cancelled. The agenda had listed two pending appointments to the Louisville Regional Airport Authority, but no action was taken.

• Amended appointment of Mark Blieden to the Louisville Regional Airport Authority (term expires July 15, 2027)
• Appointment of Margaret Harlow to the Louisville Regional Airport Authority (term expires July 15, 2027)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing and consider several pending items, including seven zoning ordinances for properties across Louisville Metro, a resolution on the bond process, and three ordinances related to historic preservation and anti-displacement. The committee will also revisit tabled items, including the anti-displacement law for historically Black neighborhoods and the wrecking ordinance.

• Zoning changes for properties on Cooper Chapel Road, Fern Valley Road, Dixie Highway (2), East Ormsby Avenue, Shepherdsville Road, and Janies Way
• O-208-23: Approval of revised district development plan for 4516 Cane Run Road
• R-099-23: Resolution requesting review of bond process in Land Development Code
• O-071-23: Anti-displacement law for historically Black neighborhoods (tabled, amended)
• O-170-23 and O-171-23: Amendments to wrecking and landmarks ordinances (tabled)

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Jefferson County Labor and Economic Development Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing and consider pending legislation regarding the Louisville Downtown Management District. Specifically, the committee will review a resolution approving the district's budget and economic improvement plans for January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024.

• Public hearing pursuant to Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances § 160.02(G) for the Louisville Downtown Management District (ID 23-0212)
• Resolution R-090-23 approving the budget and economic improvement plans for the Louisville Downtown Management District for January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to receive an update on paving projects from Jeff Brown of Public Works and Assets – Streets and Roads. No legislation is pending, and the agenda consists of this single discussion item before adjournment.

• Paving updates presentation by Jeff Brown

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will decide on three ordinances and one noncompetitive contract. Two ordinances were previously tabled: one banning retail pet store sales of dogs and cats, and another limiting residential barbecue grill use. The committee will also vote on a $125,000 contract for forensic medical services for abused children with Norton Children’s Medical Group.

• O-193-23: Ban on retail pet store sales of dogs and cats (tabled Aug 2023)
• R-098-23: $125,000 contract for LMPD forensic medical services (Norton Children’s Medical Group)
• O-214-23: Limit on residential barbecue grill use (sponsored by D-5)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the full Metro Council agenda for September 14, 2023, including addresses to council. This is a procedural meeting where the committee discusses items before the full council vote. No specific legislation or action items are listed on this agenda.

• Review of Metro Council Agenda for September 14, 2023
• Addresses to Council for September 14, 2023

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on a consent calendar that includes the FY2024 tax levy, a $200,000 sole-source contract for zoo carousel maintenance, and a $93,600 contract for jail software management. They will also consider old business items, including local incentives for UPS, an ordinance amending short-term rental regulations, and zoning changes for several properties. New business items include neighborhood development fund appropriations for a mural, a Girl Scouts festival, and ABC enforcement overtime, as well as several zoning ordinances and a resolution on the bond process.

• O-198-23: Ordinance levying taxes for FY2024 (Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government and Urban Services District)
• R-089-23: Resolution granting local incentives to UPS under KRS Chapter 154
• O-172-23: Ordinance amending Land Development Code and LMCO regarding short-term rentals (Case 23-LDC-0001)
• R-088-23: $93,600 contract for XJail software system management (Betsy Carter Helm)
• R-087-23: $200,000 sole-source contract for zoo carousel maintenance (Carousels and Carvings, Inc.)

Committee on the Committees

The Jefferson County Committee on the Committees meets to review legislation assigned to other Metro Council committees, including zoning ordinances for multiple properties and funding requests from neighborhood development, Girl Scouts, and city departments. The committee does not vote on these items but forwards them for further action.

• $7,500 mural funding for DC Elevator Building via Cyclovia event (Districts 15 & 6)
• $1,000 Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana festival support (District 9)
• $10,000 overtime funding for ABC Division zero-tolerance enforcement (Districts 8 & 9)
• $120,000 Louisville Zoo mentor/internship program contract
• $125,000 forensic medical services contract for LMPD (Norton Children’s Medical Group)

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Code Enforcement Board will review and decide on numerous property maintenance violations, two orders to vacate, and one street racing case across Louisville. The agenda lists 40+ individual properties with specific addresses, mostly for property maintenance issues.

• 40+ property maintenance cases at addresses like 1341 S. 32nd St., 2901 Dumesnil St., and 4802 Valla Rd.
• Two orders to vacate: 8008 Cavewood Ct. and 1670 S. 17th St.
• One street racing case at 3531 Kahlert Ave.
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee will consider several appropriations from neighborhood development and capital infrastructure funds, plus a tax levy ordinance for fiscal year 2024. Most items are small-dollar community grants and speed hump installations. One item (O-102-23) has had its sponsorship withdrawn.

• O-198-23: ordinance concerning tax levy for Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government and Urban Services District for FY ending June 30, 2024
• O-200-23: $7,000 from District 6 NDF to Metro Parks for Jazz in Central Park production costs
• O-194-23: $2,000 from District 21 NDF to South Louisville Community Ministries for Taste of South Louisville fundraiser
• Four items (CIF083123PW08a-d): $9,520 each from District 8 capital funds for speed humps on Dundee, Hepburn, Highland, and Rosewood avenues
• O-197-23: $17,200 from NDF (Districts 14 and 12) to Public Works for lawn maintenance at Rose Farm Park and Bright Sites

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee is meeting to consider two pending items: a resolution encouraging collaboration with local restaurants to reduce single-use plastic waste, and a resolution approving a $200,000 sole source contract for parts, maintenance, and repair of the zoo's antique carousel. Both items have been previously discussed and are scheduled for action by the committee.

• R-073-23: Resolution encouraging collaboration with local restaurants to minimize single-use plastic waste (amended by substitution)
• R-087-23: Resolution approving $200,000 sole source contract with Carousels and Carvings, Inc. for zoo carousel maintenance
• Both items have been held in committee multiple times since June 2023

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee is holding a special discussion on public housing concerns, with Robert Kirchdorfer from Codes and Regulations presenting. The agenda includes only this discussion item, followed by adjournment. No votes or decisions are listed.

• Special discussion on public housing concerns (ID 23-0215)
• Presentation by Robert Kirchdorfer, Codes and Regulations

Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will consider seven appointments and reappointments to various Louisville Metro boards and commissions, including the Housing Authority, Juneteenth Jubilee Commission, Convention and Visitors Bureau, MSD, and TARC. These are pending legislation items requiring action by February 2024. The meeting is held via video teleconference.

• Appointment of John Rippy to Housing Authority Board (term expires Aug 15, 2026)
• Appointment of Crawford Wells to Housing Authority Board (term expires Aug 15, 2026)
• Reappointment of Reginald McDaniel to Juneteenth Jubilee Commission (term expires Apr 29, 2026)
• Reappointment of Keith Jackson to MSD Board (term expires Aug 31, 2026)
• Appointment of Abbie Gilbert to TARC Board (term expires Jun 30, 2026)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several pending items, including a zoning change for properties on Fern Valley Road, an ordinance to protect historically Black neighborhoods from displacement, and amendments to rules on short-term rentals, demolition of historic buildings, and landmarks. The agenda also includes street closure requests and a review of a development plan. Some items have been previously tabled or amended.

• Zoning change for 4111 and 4113 Fern Valley Road (4.97 acres)
• Anti-Displacement Historically Black Neighborhoods Law (O-071-23)
• Amendments to Wrecking Ordinance and Landmarks Ordinance (O-170-23, O-171-23)
• Short-term rental ordinance amendments (O-172-23)
• Street closures: Fegenbush Lane and alley between Preston Highway and Carol Avenue

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will consider two resolutions: one granting local incentives to UPS under KRS Chapter 154, and another approving the 2024 budget and economic improvement plans for the Louisville Downtown Management District. The committee will also hold a special discussion on Economic Development 101. Action on the resolutions is required by February 2024.

• R-089-23: Resolution approving local incentives to United Parcel Service Co. (UPS) and affiliates
• R-090-23: Resolution approving 2024 budget and economic improvement plans for Louisville Downtown Management District
• Special discussion: Economic Development 101 with Clark Welch, Natalie Grubbs, and Dana Johnson

CANCELLED: Public Works Committee

This meeting of the Louisville Metro Public Works Committee, scheduled for August 29, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, discussion, pending legislation, adjournment) and no specific business items were listed.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider two items: an ordinance to prohibit retail pet stores from selling dogs and cats, and a resolution to fund a noncompetitive $93,600 contract for jail software management. Both items were previously tabled and require action by February 2024.

• O-193-23: Ordinance banning retail pet stores from selling dogs and cats (tabled 8/15/23)
• R-088-23: $93,600 noncompetitive contract for XJAIL software system management (Betsy Carter Helm)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a special discussion on the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) governance structure and graduate outcomes, with presentations from JCPS school board members and staff. The committee will also review the Metro Council agenda for August 24, 2023, and hear addresses to the council. The meeting is held via video teleconference.

• Special discussion on JCPS governance structure and graduate outcomes (ID 23-0192)
• Review of Metro Council agenda for August 24, 2023 (ID 23-0213)
• Addresses to Council for August 24, 2023 (ID 23-0209)

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to consider multiple zoning changes, property closures, and board appointments. The agenda also includes professional service contracts, tax levies for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and American Rescue Plan funding reallocations.

• O-178-23: Transfer $75,000 from District 18 Neighborhood Development Fund to District 18 Capital Infrastructure Fund.
• R-077-23: Approve a $183,960 noncompetitively negotiated professional service contract for Dr. Mark Jorrisch, M.D. for specialized physician services in chemical dependency treatment.
• R-083-23: Approve a $59,200 noncompetitively negotiated professional service contract with Playworks Education Energized for Jefferson County Public Schools student wellbeing.
• O-198-23: 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, 2024.
• R-087-23: Approve a $200,000 sole source contract with Carousels and Carvings, Inc. for maintenance of the Zoo Antique Conservation Carousel.

CANCELLED: Committee on Committees

The Jefferson County Committee on Committees meeting scheduled for August 22, 2023, was cancelled. No legislative items were acted upon or discussed due to the cancellation.

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board will meet to consider 17 enforcement cases, mostly animal-related appeals, plus two short-term rental and two street racing cases. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting. Most items are appeals of code enforcement actions.

• Animal appeals at 2417 Adrienne Way, 1908 Hazelwood Court, 636 Rawlings Street, 945 McKinley Avenue, 507 Cornell Place, 225 Welburn Drive, 5416 Ilex Avenue, 3306 Eastbourne Avenue, 1009 Eigelbach Avenue, 2229 Gladstone Avenue, 4912 West Side Drive, 7902 Warwick Avenue
• Short-term rental case at 174 William Street
• Street racing cases at 8651 Preston Highway and 1000 Phillips Lane
• Approval of minutes

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will hear a special discussion on the Mill Creek Greenway Project and consider pending legislation on golf course management contracts and a resolution on reducing single-use plastics waste. The golf contract ordinance would extend current contracts until December 2028, and the plastics resolution encourages collaboration with local restaurants.

• Special discussion: Mill Creek Greenway Project, presented by Jessica Kane of Louisville Metro Parks
• O-191-23: Ordinance to permit extension of golf course management contracts until December 2028
• R-073-23: Resolution encouraging collaboration with local restaurants to minimize single-use plastics waste

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Jefferson County Budget and Appropriations Committee met to discuss pending legislation regarding neighborhood development funds, capital infrastructure projects, and budget amendments. The agenda includes proposed appropriations for local youth programs, community events, sidewalk repairs, and the reallocation of American Rescue Plan funds. Additionally, the committee considered a resolution authorizing sewer and drainage system revenue bonds.

• Appropriate $7,000 from District 24 Neighborhood Development Funds to the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation, Inc.
• Appropriate $5,000 from District 3 Neighborhood Development Funds to the Willenium Enterprise Foundation, Inc.
• Appropriate $5,000 from District 4 Neighborhood Development Funds to Change Today Change Tomorrow, Inc. for the Louievolve Hip Hop and Arts Festival
• Appropriate $3,800 from District 25 Capital Infrastructure Funds for sidewalk repair at 9921 West Avenue
• Ordinance approving the Thirty-Third Supplemental Sewer and Drainage System Revenue Bond Resolution for MSD revenue bonds, Series 2023C

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee is meeting to consider two pending resolutions that would approve funding for noncompetitively negotiated professional service contracts related to public health and wellness. The first contract is for specialized physician services in chemical dependency treatment, and the second is for a program to increase physical activity and wellbeing among Jefferson County Public School students and staff. Both items were previously held and require action by January 2024.

• R-077-23: $183,960 contract for Dr. Mark Jorrisch, M.D. for chemical dependency treatment physician services
• R-083-23: $59,200 contract with Playworks Education Energized to increase physical activity and wellbeing for JCPS students and staff
• Both resolutions are noncompetitively negotiated professional service contracts under the Capital and Operating Budget Ordinances

Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will consider six appointments to local boards and authorities, including the Louisville Regional Airport Authority and the Bardstown Road Overlay District Board. All items require action by February 2024.

• Appointment of Mark Blieden to Louisville Regional Airport Authority (term expires July 15, 2026)
• Reappointment of Emily Paprocki to Bardstown Road Overlay District Board (term expires April 30, 2026)
• Appointment of Kelly Estep to Bardstown Road Overlay District Board (term expires April 30, 2026)
• Reappointment of Col. Detrick Briscoe to Deputy Sheriff Merit Board (term expires June 13, 2025)
• Appointment of Kim Halbauer to Parking Authority of River City, Inc (PARC) Board (term expires June 30, 2027)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider multiple zoning ordinances, street closures, and resolutions. Key items include zoning changes for properties on Tucker Station Road, Wenzel Street, New Cut Road, Bradford Drive, East Kentucky Street, and Lincoln Avenue. The committee will also review a resolution on development plan regulations, an ordinance to protect historically Black neighborhoods, and amendments to the wrecking and landmarks ordinances.

• Zoning change for 73.43 acres at 1525-1711 Tucker Station Road, 12850 and 1704 S. Pope Lick Road (O-146-23)
• Zoning change for 0.048 acres at 111 N. Wenzel Street (O-151-23)
• Zoning change for 0.48 acres at 5323 New Cut Road (O-181-23)
• Ordinance to designate historically Black neighborhoods as protected communities (O-071-23)
• Street closures: Doerhoefer Avenue adjacent to 734 and 800 Cecil Avenue (O-187-23) and Fegenbush Lane adjacent to 5905 Fegenbush Lane (O-188-23)

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution to approve the budget and economic improvement plan for the Greater Louisville Lodging Management District for fiscal year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. The resolution (R-086-23) is pending legislation, with action required by February 2024. The meeting is being held via video teleconference.

• Public hearing for Greater Louisville Lodging Management District (ID 23-0193)
• Resolution R-086-23 approving budget and economic improvement plan for lodging district
• Budget period: July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024

CANCELLED: Public Works Committee

The Jefferson County Public Works Committee scheduled for August 15, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided upon.

• Meeting cancelled

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider ordinance O-193-23, which proposes amending the Louisville Metro Code to prohibit the sale of dogs and cats by retail pet stores. The ordinance requires action by February 2024. The meeting will be held virtually at 5:00 PM.

• O-193-23: Ordinance to amend Chapter 91, prohibiting retail pet store sales of dogs and cats

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board will hear 35 property maintenance cases at its August 11 meeting. The board reviews violations such as unsafe structures, overgrown lots, and code violations reported across Louisville.

• 13PM7532-PM-26 2639 Greenwood Avenue
• 15PM28640-PM-37 6306 Johnstowntown Road
• 16PM13249-PM-28 2512 Garland Avenue
• 18PM8446-PM-31 4526 W. Broadway
• CEC-0323 3531 Kahlert Avenue — street racing

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to review the Metro Council agenda for August 10, 2023, including addresses to council. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy items listed for discussion or decision.

• Review of Metro Council Agenda – August 10, 2023 (ID 23-0191)
• Addresses to Council – August 10, 2023 (ID 23-0188)

Metro Council

The Jefferson County Metro Council will discuss and vote on various ordinances, resolutions, and board appointments. Key agenda items include a proposed temporary moratorium on short-term rental applications, several zoning and property closure cases, funding appropriations from neighborhood development funds, and contract approvals for public health and safety programs.

• O-072-23: Ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on short-term rental conditional use permit applications and new registrations in impacted neighborhoods.
• O-126-23: Ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on development within the Floyds Fork Special District.
• R-084-23: Resolution approving a $85,000 sole-source contract with Louisville Recovery Community Connection, Inc. for an overdose quick response team.
• R-078-23: Resolution approving a $92,000 professional service contract with University Medical Center, Inc. for a sexual assault forensic examiner program coordinator.
• O-164-23: Ordinance appropriating $12,497.50 from District 3 Neighborhood Development Funds for Kentucky Kingdom passes due to the Algonquin Pool closure.

CANCELLED: Committee on Committees

The Jefferson County Committee on Committees meeting scheduled for August 8, 2023, was cancelled. The committee, led by Council President Markus Winkler, was set to discuss pending legislation including ordinance O-169-23, which relates to the reapportionment and redistricting of Jefferson County Commissioners’ district boundaries.

• Meeting cancelled with no further action taken
• O-169-23 pending ordinance on redistricting Commissioners’ district boundaries

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board will hear 35 cases of alleged property maintenance violations at addresses across Louisville. Each case involves claims of substandard upkeep such as structural, sanitation, or safety issues. The board decides whether violations exist and what penalties or corrective actions to impose.

• 2921 Bank Street — property maintenance
• 10408 Millers Lane — property maintenance
• 1111 W. Hill Street — property maintenance
• 2127 Rowan Street — property maintenance
• 10213 Jefferson Hill Road — property maintenance

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee will consider 18 items, mostly small appropriations from district Neighborhood Development Funds for community projects, plus several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include reallocating American Rescue Plan funds for permanent supportive housing, approving distribution of opioid settlement money, and authorizing general obligation bonds for capital projects.

• O-174-23: Reallocate ARP funds for permanent supportive housing
• O-176-23: Approve distribution of opioid settlement payouts
• R-079-23: Intent to finance capital projects with general obligation bonds
• $30,000 for traffic signal upgrade at Ferndale and Fern Creek roads
• $9,520 for speed humps on Wood Road between Shelbyville and Whipps Mill roads

CANCELLED: Parks and Sustainability Committee

This meeting of the Jefferson County Parks and Sustainability Committee has been cancelled. The agenda contained only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and discussion of pending legislation, with no specific items listed.

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will hold a special discussion on issues at the William Weathers and Riverport Senior Housing Complex, with housing authority, codes, management, and residents participating. The committee will also consider four resolutions approving sole-source or professional service contracts totaling $403,160 for overdose response, early learning financing, chemical dependency treatment, and physical activity programs.

• Special discussion on William Weathers and Riverport Senior Housing Complex issues
• R-084-23: $85,000 sole-source contract for Louisville Recovery Community Connection overdose quick response team
• R-085-23: $75,000 contract with Children's Funding Project for early learning strategic financing plans
• R-077-23: $183,960 contract with Dr. Mark Jorrisch for chemical dependency treatment physician services
• R-083-23: $59,200 contract with Playworks Education Energized for student physical activity programs

Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit & Appointments Committee will consider nine appointments to local boards and authorities, including the Louisville Downtown Management District Board and the Water Works Board. It will also review two annexation ordinances for Graysmoor-Devondale and Jeffersontown.

• Appointment of Dale Woods to Louisville Downtown Management District Board (term expires July 26, 2024)
• Appointment of Cathe Dykstra to Water Works Board (term expires April 30, 2027)
• Ordinance O-165-23: Annexation of Bull Run Townhomes by Graysmoor-Devondale
• Ordinance O-166-23: Annexation of Brookhurst Subdivision by Jeffersontown
• Ordinance O-168-23: Amending Metro Code to rename Office of Civic Innovation and Technology

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee is meeting to consider several zoning ordinances, including large property rezonings, a moratorium on development in the Floyds Fork Special District, and ordinances to protect historically Black neighborhoods and amend historic preservation rules. The agenda also includes resolutions to accept grant funding for community and historic district projects. Some items were previously tabled or held and may be revisited.

• Zoning change for 73.43 acres at 1525-1711 Tucker Station Road, 12850 and 1704 S. Pope Lick Road (O-146-23)
• Zoning change for 103.7 acres at 11900 and 12200 Dixie Highway (O-163-23)
• Temporary moratorium on development in Floyds Fork Special District (O-126-23)
• Ordinance designating historically Black neighborhoods as protected communities (O-071-23)
• Accept $13,250 from AARP for community improvements (R-080-23)

CANCELLED: Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Jefferson County, KY Labor and Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 01, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were heard or acted upon.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider two appointments to the Louisville Metro Complete Streets Coalition. The agenda contains only these two appointment items and standard procedural actions.

• Appointment of Anita Hall to Complete Streets Coalition (term expires Oct 31, 2024)
• Appointment of Emily Coleman to Complete Streets Coalition (term expires Oct 31, 2025)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will decide on a $92,000 noncompetitive contract for the Louisville Metro Police Department to fund a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Program coordinator at University of Louisville Hospital. The meeting is held virtually at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers.

• R-078-23: $92,000 contract for LMPD forensic examiner program coordinator at University Medical Center, Inc.

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board will hear 38 property-maintenance cases and two orders to vacate at its July 28 meeting. The board will also vote to approve minutes from its previous meeting.

• 2621 W. Main Street – property maintenance
• 1203 Kentucky Street – property maintenance
• 1670 S. 17th Street – order to vacate (ENF-NUIS-23-04136)
• 1670 S. 17th Street – order to vacate (ENF-NUIS-23-03560)
• 2012 Highland Avenue – property maintenance

Committee of the Whole

The Louisville Metro Government Committee of the Whole met on July 27, 2023, via video teleconference and in Council Chambers. The body held a special discussion on USA Cares with Matt Castor and reviewed technical corrections to the FY24 Operating Budget Ordinance (ORD 079 2023). They also reviewed the Metro Council agenda and addresses to the council for the same date.

• Special discussion with Matt Castor regarding USA Cares (ID 23-0149)
• Review of Technical Corrections to FY24 Operating Budget Ordinance (ORD 079 2023) (ID 23-0175)
• Review of Metro Council Agenda for July 27, 2023 (ID 23-0171)
• Review of Addresses to Council for July 27, 2023 (ID 23-0166)

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on a consent calendar of ordinances and resolutions, including several neighborhood development fund appropriations, zoning changes, and a resolution urging flexible work schedules for JCPS's Start Smart policy. They will also consider new business items such as an ordinance to distribute opioid settlement funds and a temporary moratorium on short-term rentals in certain neighborhoods.

• O-054-23: Ordinance to block zoning map amendments if property taxes or liens are unpaid
• O-072-23: Temporary moratorium on short-term rental permits in impacted neighborhoods
• O-176-23: Ordinance approving distribution of opioid settlement payouts
• O-148-23: Approves Berrytown Neighborhood Plan as amendment to Plan 2040
• R-075-23: $85,000 sole source contract for animal services bloodwork device

Committee on Committees

The Committee on Committees met to assign 31 pieces of legislation to various committees for further review. No changes were requested to the assignments. The items include ordinances, resolutions, and appointments covering topics such as budget appropriations, zoning, annexations, and contracts.

• O-164-23: $12,497.50 from District 3 Neighborhood Development Funds to Metro Parks for Kentucky Kingdom passes for those affected by Algonquin Pool closure
• O-176-23: Ordinance approving distribution of opioid settlement payouts
• O-169-23: Reapportionment and redistricting of Jefferson County Commissioners' district boundaries
• O-161-23: Closure of portion of Roosevelt Avenue between Durrett Lane and Watterson Expressway
• O-163-23: Zoning change for 11900 and 12200 Dixie Highway (103.7 acres)

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board is meeting to hear appeals and cases related to code violations. The agenda lists 15 animal appeals, one solid waste case, and one street racing case, each tied to specific properties. The board will decide these matters during the new business portion of the meeting.

• 15 animal appeals at various addresses including 2111 Arnold Palmer Blvd, 238 Eldorado Ave, 1531 Anna Lane
• Solid waste case at 1108 Clay Street
• Street racing case at 7206 Kosene Court

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will hold a special discussion on a youth organizing fellowship and a green incentives guide for residents. They will also consider pending legislation, including a resolution to name a new park and a resolution encouraging collaboration with local restaurants to reduce single-use plastic waste.

• Discussion of Summer 2023 Cohort of Kentuckians for the Commonwealth x Black Lives Matter Louisville Youth Organizing Fellowship
• Presentation of Green Incentives Guide for Residents by Sumedha Rao, Office of Sustainability
• R-072-23: Resolution to name new park at 1327 West Muhammad Ali Boulevard as 'New Walnut Street Park'
• R-073-23: Resolution encouraging collaboration with local restaurants to minimize single-use plastic waste (amended by substitution)

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Jefferson County Budget and Appropriations Committee will decide on 19 ordinances and appropriations totaling $103,021 from Neighborhood Development and Capital Infrastructure Funds. Funds will support homeless services, youth programs, park maintenance, tree trimming, sidewalk repairs, and community events across multiple districts.

• $10,000 to Coalition for the Homeless for Project Stand Down
• $20,286 for sidewalk repairs at 7013 Linton Court and 7104 Chiswell Drive
• $12,500 to Valley Sports Little League for complex repairs
• $7,500 to Harbor House for Derby event marketing
• $5,000 to Sacred Earth Community Garden for portable potty and water

Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will consider six appointments and reappointments to Louisville Metro boards, including the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board and the Board of Zoning Adjustment. A special discussion will cover recruiting and retention updates from the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections.

• Appointment of Phillip Bond to Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board (term expires December 31, 2025)
• Appointment of Mariah Gratz to Greater Louisville Lodging Management District Board (term expires May 1, 2026)
• Reappointment of Sharon Bond to Board of Zoning Adjustment (term expires June 30, 2026)
• Special discussion on LMDC Recruiting and Retention Updates by Jerry Collins and Wanice Bland Tunstull

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will discuss a resolution urging Jefferson County employers to adopt flexible scheduling for employees affected by JCPS’s Start Smart start times policy. The committee will also hear special presentations on Louisville Metro Animal Services and drug abuse treatment/homelessness.

• R-074-23 resolution urging flexible scheduling for JCPS start times
• ID 23-0144 presentation on Louisville Metro Animal Services by Ashley Book
• ID 23-0145 presentation on drug abuse treatment and homelessness by Keith Farrah, Landmark Recovery

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review and vote on six zoning ordinances for properties across Louisville Metro, including changes at 8319 Third Street Road, 1525-1711 Tucker Station Road, and others. The committee will also discuss a resolution to review land development code regulations and consider new ordinances on tax liens, historic neighborhood protections, and a development moratorium in the Floyds Fork Special District.

• O-115-23: Zoning change for 8319 Third Street Road (0.67 acres)
• O-146-23: Zoning change for 1525-1711 Tucker Station Road, 12850 and 1704 S. Pope Lick Road, and parcel 367200070000 (73.43 acres)
• O-147-23: Zoning and form district change for 7504 Preston Highway (1.65 acres)
• O-054-23: New ordinance on zoning map amendments with delinquent taxes or liens
• O-071-23: New chapter designating historically Black neighborhoods as protected communities

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will hold a special discussion regarding Louisville Metro Economic Development Department work and state incentive programs. Additionally, the committee will consider a resolution for a sole source contract for animal services.

• Special discussion on Louisville Metro Economic Development Department work and incentive programs
• Resolution R-075-23: $85,000.00 sole source contract with IDEXX Distribution, Inc. for a bloodwork analysis device

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hold a special discussion on excessive code violators, presented by Codes and Regulations staff. The meeting is being held virtually and will follow standard procedural items like roll call and adjournment.

• ID 23-0111 Excessive Code Violators – Robert Kirchdorfer, Philip Crowe (Codes and Regulations)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider two pending items: a resolution to declare a portion of property at 720 West Jefferson Street as surplus and authorize its transfer, and an ordinance amending Chapter 72 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances regarding Metro Government tow lot authority and fees. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• R-076-23: Resolution to declare a portion of real property at 720 West Jefferson Street (Tract 1) as surplus and authorize transfer
• O-153-23: Ordinance amending Chapter 72 of Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances relating to tow lot authority and fees
• Action required by December 2023 for both items

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Board will review 35 property maintenance violation cases and one street racing case at its July 14, 2023 meeting. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting. All cases are listed as new business, with no other agenda items.

• 35 property maintenance cases, including 428 Ormsby Avenue, 2901 Dumesnil Street, and 3734 W. Broadway
• One street racing case at 401 Scottsdale Blvd
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Code Enforcement Board will convene to address 40 property maintenance cases, including one demolition order. The agenda lists each property by address and case number, with most items under 'New Business' for potential fines or compliance orders.

• Demolition order for 3407 Virginia Avenue
• Property maintenance cases at 2512 Garland Avenue, 2330 Muhammad Ali Blvd, and 4526 W. Broadway
• Multiple cases on 4th Street, Preston Street, and 7th Street Road
• Cases include addresses in various Louisville neighborhoods

CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD

The Jefferson County Code Enforcement Board will hear cases on 21 properties cited for property maintenance violations. The board reviews violations such as unsafe structures, blight, and nuisance conditions reported across Louisville Metro.

• 15PM16787-PM-22: 654 Louis Coleman Jr Drive — property maintenance
• 18PM21303-PM-26: 3011 Main Street — property maintenance
• ENF-NUIS-23-03560: 1670 17th Street — public nuisance
• ENF-PMNT-19-011783-21: 3620 Kahlert Avenue — property maintenance
• ENF-PMNT-22-017666-2: 2515 Brownsboro Rd #4 — property maintenance

Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning Commission met on June 29, 2023, to review local zoning and land-use cases. Three zoning change requests were continued to the July 20 meeting for further discussion. No decisions were made on these items.

• Closure of 15-foot portion of alley adjacent to 3629 Warner Ave (Thompson Ave Partial Alley Closure)
• Zoning change from OR-3 to C-1 for Prospect Retail at 8907 ½ US Hwy 42 (continued)
• Zoning change from R-4 to R-6 for 5323 New Cut Rd (continued)
• Zoning change from R-5 to R-6 for 2221 Bradford Dr (Bradford Multifamily) (continued)

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council will consider multiple budget transfers from neighborhood development funds, approve several noncompetitive contracts including parking system maintenance and meter parts, and vote on appointments to various boards and commissions. The meeting also includes routine recognitions, committee reports, and old and new business items such as zoning changes and community funding allocations.

• $25,000 transfer from District 26 Neighborhood Development Fund to Metro Council General Operations
• $26,194 appropriation for Fairdale Fire Protection District utility terrain vehicle and skid equipment
• $227,378 sole-source contract for PARC parking system maintenance with Hub Parking Technology USA, Inc.
• $75,000 sole-source contract for PARC parking meter replacement parts with POM, Incorporated
• Appointment of Laura Douglas to the Ethics Commission (term expires June 30, 2026)

Committee of the Whole

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole held a tentative meeting via video teleconference and Council Chambers on June 22, 2023. The agenda included a special discussion on Habitat for Humanity, a review of the Metro Council agenda and addresses, and presidential updates.

• Special discussion regarding Habitat for Humanity (ID 23-0070)
• Review of Metro Council Agenda for June 22, 2023 (ID 23-0138)
• Review of Addresses to Council for June 22, 2023 (ID 23-0133)

Committee on Committees

The Committee on Committees is assigning legislation to various standing committees for further review. Items include neighborhood development fund appropriations, zoning changes, board appointments, and a sole source contract. The meeting is primarily administrative, routing items to committees rather than making final decisions.

• O-140-23: $8,135 from District 9 NDF to Luv-It Landscaping for beautification
• O-141-23: $10,000 from multiple districts to Coalition for the Homeless for Project Stand Down
• O-142-23: $7,500 to Harbor House for Kenducky Derby event
• O-146-23: Zoning for 73.43 acres at Tucker Station Road and S. Pope Lick Road
• R-075-23: $85,000 sole source contract to IDEXX for bloodwork analysis device

REVISED: Special Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Louisville Metro Government Budget and Appropriations Committee is meeting to discuss and consider pending legislation for the upcoming fiscal year. The committee is reviewing proposed ordinances related to the operating budget and capital budget for Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government.

• O-128-23: Ordinance relating to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget
• O-129-23: Ordinance relating to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Budget

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Jefferson County Parks and Sustainability Committee met on June 15, 2023, to discuss pending legislation. The committee considered an ordinance aimed at minimizing single-use plastics and noted the withdrawal of a resolution regarding the Aquatics Master Plan.

• O-092-23: An ordinance amending Chapter 118 to minimize the waste of single-use plastics
• R-055-23: A resolution urging the implementation of the Aquatics Master Plan (sponsorship withdrawn)

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Jefferson County Budget and Appropriations Committee met on June 15, 2023, to discuss various funding measures. The agenda includes consideration of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 operating and capital budgets for Louisville Metro Government, the Transit Authority of River City (TARC) budget, and multiple neighborhood development fund appropriations. It also features a budget update from Jefferson County Clerk Bobbi Holsclaw.

• O-128-23: Ordinance relating to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 operating budget for Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government
• O-129-23: Ordinance relating to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 capital budget for Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government
• O-122-23: Ordinance approving the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for the Transit Authority of River City (TARC)
• O-132-23: Appropriating $30,000 from District 4 Neighborhood Development Funds to the Office of Resilience and Community Services for single-family rental assistance
• O-120-23: Appropriating $26,194 from District 13 Neighborhood Development Funds to the Fairdale Fire Protection District for a utility terrain vehicle and skid equipment

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will decide two resolutions to accept $20,000 from Humana Healthy Horizons for prenatal-care access and $150,000 from the Public Health Institute to reduce lead exposure. A third item proposes allocating the Family Life Center, Inc. to Simmons College of Kentucky.

• Accept $20,000 from Humana Healthy Horizons for prenatal-care access
• Accept $150,000 from Public Health Institute for lead-free community strategies
• Vote on allocation of Family Life Center, Inc. to Simmons College of Kentucky

Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will consider six appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions, including the Ethics Commission, Housing Authority Board, and several fire protection district boards. All items are pending legislation requiring action by December 2023. The meeting is being held via video teleconference.

• Appointment of Laura Douglas to the Ethics Commission (term expires June 30, 2026)
• Appointment of Karen Crain to the Housing Authority Board (term expires August 15, 2024)
• Appointment of Bruce Wardrip to the Jeffersontown Fire Protection District Board (term expires June 30, 2025)
• Appointment of Kyle Rieber to the Jeffersontown Fire Protection District Board (term expires June 30, 2026)
• Reappointment of G. Henry Ott to the Fern Creek Fire Protection District Board (term expires June 30, 2026)

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Jefferson County Labor and Economic Development Committee met on June 13, 2023, to discuss pending legislation involving sole source contracts for the Parking Authority of River City. The committee considered resolutions regarding maintenance services, proprietary replacement parts, and parking meter replacement parts. Agendas are followed at the discretion of the Chair, and listed items may or may not be heard or acted upon.

• Resolution R-064-23: A noncompetitively negotiated sole source contract for HUB Parking Technology USA, Inc. in the amount of $227,378.00 for PARC maintenance service and replacement parts.
• Resolution R-065-23: A noncompetitively negotiated sole source contract for POM, Incorporated in the amount of $75,000.00 for PARC parking meter replacement parts.

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider several zoning ordinances, including changes for properties on Third Street Road, Shelbyville Road, and a parcel identified by ID. The committee will also discuss resolutions on development plan reviews, delinquent taxes, protecting historically Black neighborhoods, and a moratorium on development in the Floyds Fork district. Action on some items is required by August 2023.

• Zoning change for 0.67 acres at 8319 Third Street Road (Case 23ZONE0001)
• Zoning change for 5.88 acres at 15900 and 15910 Shelbyville Road (Case 22ZONE0170)
• Zoning and form district change for 0.115 acres at Parcel ID 100400250002 (Case 23ZONE0019)
• Resolution requesting review of Land Development Code for revised development plans
• Ordinance to create historically Black neighborhoods protected communities law

Public Works Committee

The Jefferson County Public Works Committee will hold its regular meeting, primarily focusing on a special discussion about alley clean-up efforts. The agenda includes a roll call and a pending legislation review, with no formal decisions listed.

• ID 23-0109 Alley Clean-Ups, presented by Shannon Logan (Public Works)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider a resolution authorizing the Jefferson County Sheriff to apply for and accept a $114,083.04 FEMA grant to reimburse costs for security and traffic control at COVID-19 testing sites. The item is pending legislation and may or may not be acted upon at the discretion of the chair.

• R-062-23: Resolution recognizing sheriff's authority to enter FEMA grant agreement for $114,083.04 for COVID-19 testing site security and traffic control reimbursement.

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding budget hearings for the Waterfront Corporation (including the Belle of Louisville) and the Louisville Zoo for fiscal year 2023-2024. The agenda also includes a cancelled item for budget call backs and supporting documentation for the recommended executive budget.

• Open budget hearings for Waterfront Corporation and Belle of Louisville
• Open budget hearings for Louisville Zoo
• Cancelled budget call backs (ID 23-0106)
• Recommended Executive Budget (ID 23-0014)
• Budget hearing schedule (ID 23-0015)

Budget Hearing FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee convenes to hear presentations from Louisville Metro departments as part of the annual budget review process for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting includes a review of the Louisville Metro Police Department’s budget and a call for additional departmental budget presentations.

• Louisville Metro Police Department budget review (ID 23-0110)
• Budget call backs for unspecified departments (ID 23-0104)
• Presentation of the Recommended Executive Budget (ID 23-0014)
• Adoption of the Budget Hearing Schedule (ID 23-0015)

CANCELLED: Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Jefferson County Budget & Appropriations Committee meeting scheduled for June 7, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda was set to cover FY2023-2024 budget hearings for departments including the Office of Equity, Internal Audit, Mayor's Office, Metro Council, and Alcohol Beverage Control.

• Budget Hearings FY2023-2024 (Cancelled)
• Open Budget Hearings for Office of Equity, Internal Audit, Mayor's Office, Metro Council, and Alcohol Beverage Control (Cancelled)
• Recommended Executive Budget ID 23-0014 (Cancelled)
• Budget Hearing Schedule ID 23-0015 (Cancelled)

CANCELLED: Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee meeting scheduled for June 6, 2023, to hold budget hearings for fiscal year 2023-2024 has been cancelled. The committee, chaired by Rick Blackwell, was expected to review the recommended executive budget and hear from multiple departments, but no decisions or discussions occurred.

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to consider a range of legislation, including a major ordinance authorizing up to $625 million in health system revenue bonds for Norton Healthcare, several zoning changes, and numerous neighborhood development fund appropriations. The agenda also includes appointments to various boards and commissions, and approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• O-101-23: Authorizes up to $625,000,000 in health system revenue bonds for Norton Healthcare, Inc. and affiliates.
• O-053-23: Appropriates $15,250 from neighborhood development funds for the 2023 Forest Fest Bluegrass Festival.
• O-095-23: Appropriates $20,000 from District 1 funds to ElderServe, Inc. for senior services.
• R-056-23: Accepts $397,090.11 from Kentucky Office of Homeland Security for terrorism prevention.
• O-072-23: Imposes temporary moratorium on short-term rental conditional use permits in impacted neighborhoods.

Committee of the Whole

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole is scheduled to meet via video teleconference on June 1, 2023. The agenda includes a special discussion on the Internal Audit Annual Risk Assessment, a review of the Metro Council agenda, and addresses to the council.

• Internal Audit - Annual Risk Assessment presented by May Porter and Jackie Lewis
• Review of Metro Council Agenda for June 1, 2023
• Addresses to Council for June 1, 2023

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding FY2023-2024 budget hearings for three departments: the Jefferson County Coroner, the Louisville Free Public Library, and Public Works including Solid Waste Management Services. The committee will also review the recommended executive budget and the budget hearing schedule. This is a working session where departments present their budget requests; no final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• ID 23-0031 Jefferson County Coroner budget hearing
• ID 23-0032 Louisville Free Public Library budget hearing
• ID 23-0033 Public Works, including Solid Waste Management Services budget hearing
• ID 23-0014 Recommended Executive Budget for FY2023-2024
• ID 23-0015 Budget Hearing Schedule

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding hearings for the FY2023-2024 budget, starting with Emergency Management Services and the Louisville Fire Department. The committee will review the recommended executive budget and supporting documentation. This is a working session to discuss departmental budgets, not a final vote.

• Hearing for Emergency Management Services (ID 23-0029)
• Hearing for Louisville Fire Department (ID 23-0030)
• Review of Recommended Executive Budget (ID 23-0014)
• Budget hearing schedule (ID 23-0015)

CANCELLED: Committee on Committees

This meeting of the Louisville Metro Government Committee on Committees has been cancelled. The agenda listed only routine items such as call to order, roll call, and assignment of legislation to various committees, with no specific decisions or discussions scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled
• No specific legislation or actions listed

Public Hearing on Proposed FY2023-2024 Budget

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding a public hearing to receive community comment on the proposed FY2023-2024 Metro Government budget. The agenda includes the recommended executive budget and the budget hearing schedule. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda; it is primarily a hearing for public input.

• Public hearing for community comment on FY2023-2024 budget (ID 23-0028)
• Review of recommended executive budget (ID 23-0014)
• Budget hearing schedule (ID 23-0015)

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee reviewed two ordinances: one to eliminate fees that may block youth programs and another to minimize single-use plastics waste. A resolution urging implementation of the Aquatics Master Plan was also discussed. All items require action by late 2023.

• O-073-23: Ordinance to eliminate fees for youth-oriented programs
• O-092-23: Ordinance to minimize single-use plastics waste
• R-055-23: Resolution urging Aquatics Master Plan implementation

Special Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Budget and Appropriations Committee is meeting to consider a series of appropriations from Neighborhood Development Funds and Capital Infrastructure Funds for various projects and events across Louisville Metro districts. Key items include a $390,000 sole-source contract for tax system maintenance, several ordinances transferring funds between budget categories, and a resolution to reappropriate unspent American Rescue Plan funds. The agenda also includes numerous smaller allocations for community events, park improvements, and infrastructure projects.

• R-053-23: $390,000 sole-source contract to FAST Enterprises LLC for tax system hosting/maintenance
• O-374-22: Reappropriation of unspent American Rescue Plan funds for underbudget projects
• O-074-23: Transfer $100,000 from District 19 NDF to Capital Infrastructure Fund
• O-076-23: Transfer $20,000 from District 6 Capital Infrastructure Fund to NDF
• Multiple speed hump and sidewalk projects across districts (e.g., Sanford Ave, Naomi Dr, Magazine St)

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Louisville Metro Government Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding a hearing to discuss the FY2023-2024 budget. The agenda includes reviews of the Office of Resilience and Community Services, the External Agency Fund, and supporting budget documentation.

• Office of Resilience and Community Services budget review (ID 23-0059)
• External Agency Fund budget review (ID 23-0060)
• Recommended Executive Budget review (ID 23-0014)
• Budget Hearing Schedule review (ID 23-0015)

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Meeting

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee is holding a special discussion with DeVone Holt of Goodwill Industries of Kentucky. The agenda includes only this discussion item, followed by adjournment. No votes or formal actions are listed.

• Special discussion with DeVone Holt, Goodwill Industries of Kentucky (DISC ID 23-0013)

Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will consider several appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions, including the TARC Board, Tree Advisory Committee, and Civilian Review and Accountability Board. The committee will also receive an update on the Corrections Investigation from the Mayor's Office. Action on appointments is required by October or November 2023.

• Appointment of Michael Schnuerle to TARC Board (term expires Aug 31, 2025)
• Appointment of Joseph Scott to Tree Advisory Committee (term expires Nov 29, 2024)
• Reappointments of Scott Dickens, Denise Sears, and Barbara Haigler to Civilian Review and Accountability Board (terms expire Mar 25, 2026)
• Appointment of Jeff Mosley to MSD Board (term expires Jul 31, 2026)
• Corrections Investigation Update by David Beyer, Mayor's Office

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss and consider pending legislation regarding property zonings, code amendments, and development regulations. The agenda includes proposed ordinances for zoning changes across multiple properties, a request for a Planning Commission review of the Land Development Code, and discussions on short-term rentals and historic neighborhood protections.

• Ordinance O-057-23: Zoning for approximately 13.08 acres at 5127 Terry Road (Case No. 22ZONE0050)
• Ordinance O-063-23: Zoning for approximately 35.79 acres at 5604, 5606, 5612, 5614 and 5616 Mt. Washington Road (Case No. 21ZONE0136)
• Ordinance O-068-23: Zoning for approximately 4.39 acres at 4422 West Broadway (Case No. 22ZONE0075)
• Ordinance O-099-23: Zoning for approximately 36.67 acres at 2405 Echo Trail (Case No. 22ZONE0131)
• Ordinance O-100-23: Zoning for approximately 0.38 acres at 943 Franklin Street (Case No. 21ZONE0155)

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will decide on a $625 million bond issuance for Norton Healthcare to fund facility upgrades and debt refinancing, and a resolution granting local incentives to Fort Dearborn Company. The committee will also discuss surplus property at 1200 S. 28th Street and hear a presentation on Job Corps free career training programs for young adults.

• $625M bond issuance for Norton Healthcare facility upgrades and debt refinancing
• Local incentives for Fort Dearborn Company under KRS Chapter 154, Subchapter 32
• Surplus property transfer at 1200 S. 28th Street (Parcel ID 0046J0110000)
• Presentation on Job Corps free career training programs for young adults

Public Works Committee

The Jefferson County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss parking in Louisville and to consider a resolution regarding state transportation funding. Specifically, the committee will hear a special discussion on parking from the Louisville Metro Police Department and the Parking Authority of River City. They will also consider a resolution to accept $3,320,000.00 in additional state funding for the Hikes Lane Restoration and Rehabilitation Project.

• Special discussion on parking in Louisville with Emily McKinley (LMPD) and Mike Tudor (Parking Authority of River City)
• Resolution R-044-23: Authorizing the Mayor to accept $3,320,000.00 of additional funding from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for the Hikes Lane Restoration and Rehabilitation Project

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will decide two resolutions authorizing the mayor to accept a total of $520,040.11 in grants from the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security. The funds will support terrorism prevention capabilities and license plate reader technology for the Louisville Metro Police Department.

• $397,090.11 grant for terrorism prevention and response capabilities administered by Emergency Services
• $122,950.00 grant for license plate readers to enhance protection of soft targets administered by Louisville Metro Police Department

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding hearings on the FY2023-2024 budget, reviewing the recommended executive budget and hearing from four departments: Technology Services, Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods, Housing and Community Development, and Codes and Regulations. The agenda includes supporting documentation and a hearing schedule, but no specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed.

• ID 23-0057 Louisville Metro Technology Services
• ID 23-0058 Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods
• ID 23-0064 Office of Housing and Community Development
• ID 23-0065 Louisville Metro Codes and Regulations
• ID 23-0014 Recommended Executive Budget

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding a budget hearing for the FY2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda includes presentations from three departments: Economic Development, Public Health and Wellness, and Youth Transitional Services. The committee will also review the recommended executive budget and the budget hearing schedule. This is a working session, and not all listed items may be heard or acted upon.

• ID 23-0025 Louisville Metro Economic Development budget presentation
• ID 23-0026 Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness budget presentation
• ID 23-0027 Louisville Metro Youth Transitional Services budget presentation
• ID 23-0014 Recommended Executive Budget for FY2023-2024
• ID 23-0015 Budget Hearing Schedule

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding a budget hearing for the Louisville Metro Corrections Department for fiscal year 2023-2024. The committee will review the department's budget documentation and the recommended executive budget. This is a hearing, not a final decision, and the chair may adjust which items are heard.

• ID 23-0017: Louisville Metro Corrections Department budget FY2023-2024
• ID 23-0014: Recommended Executive Budget
• ID 23-0015: Budget Hearing Schedule

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on ordinances and resolutions, including a major bond issuance for Norton Healthcare, several zoning changes, and various funding appropriations. The agenda also includes appointments, recognitions, and committee referrals.

• O-095-23: $20,000 from District 1 funds to ElderServe, Inc. for senior services
• O-101-23: Authorizes up to $625,000,000 in health system revenue bonds for Norton Healthcare
• O-084-23: Ordinance appointing three citizens as commissioners to reapportion Jefferson County
• R-045-23: Accept $43,885.81 in donations from Louisville Fire History, Inc. for fire department
• R-057-23: Accept $122,950.00 for license plate readers for police

Committee of the Whole

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole holds a virtual meeting to discuss open meetings and open records laws with legal staff. The agenda also includes a review of the Metro Council’s current agenda and public addresses, with no substantive decisions listed.

• ID 23-0061 Overview of Open Meetings and Open Records Laws/Q&A Session with Jefferson County Attorney's Office

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding hearings on the FY2023-2024 budget. They will review the recommended executive budget and hear from the Facilities and Fleet Management and Metro Parks and Recreation departments. The meeting is a formal step in the budget approval process.

• Review of ID 23-0022 Facilities and Fleet Management budget
• Review of ID 23-0023 Metro Parks and Recreation budget
• Consideration of ID 23-0014 Recommended Executive Budget
• Adoption of ID 23-0015 Budget Hearing Schedule

Committee on Committees

The Committee on Committees is assigning new legislation to various standing committees, including a $625M Norton Healthcare bond, several neighborhood development fund appropriations, zoning changes, and public safety grants. It will also consider appointments to boards and pending legislation on reapportionment.

• O-095-23: $20,000 to ElderServe, Inc. for District 1 senior services
• O-101-23: $625M Norton Healthcare revenue bonds for facilities and refinancing
• O-099-23: Zoning change for 36.67 acres at 2405 Echo Trail
• R-056-23: Accept $397,090.11 from KY Homeland Security for terrorism prevention
• R-057-23: Accept $122,950 for license plate readers for LMPD

Budget Hearings FY2023-2024

The Louisville Metro Government Budget & Appropriations Committee is holding a meeting to discuss the FY2023-2024 budget hearings. The committee will review departments and agencies including Revenue, Operations, Capital and Debt, the Office of Management and Budget, and Human Resources. They will also examine supporting documentation including the Recommended Executive Budget and Budget Hearing Schedule.

• ID 23-0018 Revenue, Operations, Capital and Debt
• ID 23-0019 Office of Management and Budget
• ID 23-0020 Human Resources
• ID 23-0014 Recommended Executive Budget
• ID 23-0015 Budget Hearing Schedule

CANCELLED: Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Jefferson County Budget and Appropriations Committee meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred as the meeting did not take place.

CANCELLED: Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Jefferson County Parks and Sustainability Committee meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023, at 3:00 PM was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place due to the cancellation.

CANCELLED: Government Oversight/ Audit and Appointments Committee

This meeting of the Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee has been cancelled. The agenda had listed a special discussion on a corrections investigation update, but no business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled
• DISC 23-0003 Corrections Investigation Update – David Beyer, Mayor's Office (listed, not heard)

CANCELLED Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health & Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health & Education Committee meeting scheduled for May 3, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred as the meeting did not proceed.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider two pending resolutions: one honoring September as Law Enforcement Appreciation Month and another authorizing the mayor to accept a $43,885.81 donation from Louisville Fire History, Inc. for the fire department. The committee will also hear a special discussion from a student representative about the Justice Now Student Program.

• R-043-23: Resolution honoring September as Law Enforcement Appreciation Month
• R-045-23: Resolution authorizing acceptance of $43,885.81 donation from Louisville Fire History, Inc. for fire department equipment, recruitment, and training
• Special discussion: Justice Now Student Program presented by Brooklyn White of Western High

CANCELLED Public Works Committee

The Jefferson County Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for May 2, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place due to the cancellation.

CANCELLED Labor and Economic Development Committee

This meeting of the Labor and Economic Development Committee has been cancelled. The agenda contained only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and discussion of pending legislation, with no specific items listed.

• Meeting cancelled
• No specific agenda items listed

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider eight zoning ordinance changes for properties across Louisville Metro, each with specific action deadlines. They will also discuss a resolution on development plan regulations, an ordinance on delinquent taxes for zoning applications, a proposal to protect historically Black neighborhoods from displacement, and a temporary moratorium on short-term rental permits in impacted areas. A special discussion on all things planning and zoning is also scheduled.

• Zoning change for 9220 and 9224 Cedar Creek Road (12.35 acres)
• Zoning change for 5127 Terry Road (13.08 acres)
• Zoning change for 5604-5616 Mt. Washington Road (35.79 acres)
• Ordinance to create Historically Black Neighborhoods Law (O-071-23)
• Temporary moratorium on short-term rental permits (O-072-23)

Metro Council

The Metro Council will convene to hear Mayor Craig Greenberg's FY 2023-2024 budget address, then consider a consent agenda including a $500 million sewer note program, several contracts and grants, and various appointments. The meeting also includes old business on zoning cases and new business items assigned to committees.

• O-064-23: Approves MSD's $500M commercial paper and direct purchase note program for up to five years.
• R-038-23: Accept $9,551,259 from CDC for public health infrastructure, workforce, and data systems.
• R-039-23: Accept $21,416,800 from U.S. DOT for safety improvements on ten roadway corridors.
• O-052-23: Requires Metro Council approval of changes to collective bargaining agreements.
• O-069-23: Amends ARP plan to include LMPD headquarters renovation and wellness center.

Committee of the Whole

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole met to discuss the Community Music Partnership program and review the upcoming Louisville Metro Council agenda. Anthony Minstein of the Louisville Federation of Musicians presented details on utilizing remaining annual music funds. Council members also reviewed legislation on the consent calendar, old business items, and announcements regarding upcoming budget hearings with Mayor Greenberg.

• Discussion regarding the $30,000 annual Community Music Partnership fund and unused allocations
• Review of Louisville Metro Council Agenda for April 27, 2023, including item 32 (O-052-23) regarding a technical correction
• Review of item 42 (O-069-23) relating to the wellness center amendment
• Movement of item 43 (O-070-23) to the Consent Calendar

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a modified conditional use permit for a landfill expansion, a variance for a proposed gas station, and several other zoning requests. The agenda also includes multiple short-term rental permit applications and two host residency hearings, along with two items continued to future dates.

• 22-MCUP-0005: Modified Conditional Use Permit for Waste Management landfill at 2673 Outer Loop
• 23-VARIANCE-0037: Variance for proposed Thornton's gas station at 4900 Brownsboro Road
• 23-CUP-0010: Conditional Use Permit for Trinity High School tennis courts at 150 Sears Avenue
• 23-VARIANCE-0057: Variance for side yard encroachment at 2909 S. 3rd Street
• 8 short-term rental conditional use permits and 2 host residency hearings

Budget and Appropriations Committee

The Jefferson County Budget and Appropriations Committee will review and vote on ordinances including a $500 million sewer financing plan and a measure to renovate LMPD headquarters and fund a new wellness center using American Rescue Plan funds. The committee will also consider multiple neighborhood infrastructure and event funding requests.

• $500M sewer financing ordinance for system improvements and refinancing
• O-069-23 ordinance to renovate LMPD headquarters and fund new wellness center ($500K+)
• Appropriations for speed humps on Moorhaven Drive, Pirouette Avenue, and multiple District 5 streets
• $15,250 allocated across 11 districts for Forest Fest Bluegrass Festival
• $23,000 for crosswalk completion on Old Shelbyville Road near Middletown Library

Parks and Sustainability Committee

The Parks and Sustainability Committee will review proposed legislation to remove fees that may block youth-oriented programs. A special discussion will also cover Parks and Recreation programs with representatives from Metro Animal Services and Metro Parks & Recreation.

• O-073-23: Ordinance to eliminate fees hindering youth programs
• Special discussion on Parks and Recreation programs with Ozzy Gibson (Metro Animal Services) and Ben Johnson (Metro Parks & Recreation)

Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee

The Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee will consider 17 appointments to various boards, including the Code Enforcement Board, TARC Board, Louisville Downtown Management District Board, Tree Advisory Committee, and Greater Louisville Lodging Management District Board. An ordinance amending the Office of Inspector General has had its sponsorship withdrawn and will not be considered. The meeting is procedural, focusing on appointments.

• Reappointment of Aaron Cole to Code Enforcement Board (term expires Feb 9, 2026)
• Appointments of Michael Schnuerle and Stephen Miller to TARC Board
• Appointments of Lenisa Alvey and Sean Crofton to Louisville Downtown Management District Board
• Appointments of Priya Persad and Joseph Scott to Tree Advisory Committee
• Nine appointments to Greater Louisville Lodging Management District Board

Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee

The Equity, Community Affairs, Housing, Health and Education Committee will vote on resolutions to rename two street corners after local leaders and approve sole-source contracts and grants totaling $9.7 million for public health initiatives. The meeting will also include procedural items such as roll call and adjournment.

• Honor Eugene Knickle Jones by renaming South 30th St. and West Muhammad Ali Blvd. to 'Eugene Knickle Jones Way'
• Honor Sadiqa Reynolds by renaming 30th St. and West Market St. to 'Sadiqa Reynolds AKA Run With Us Way'
• Approve $109,872 sole-source contract with Agena Biosciences for COVID-19 variant lab kits
• Accept $9,551,259 CDC grant for public health infrastructure and workforce improvements
• Accept $10,000 grant from U.S. Conference of Mayors for language access services

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider two pending items: a resolution supporting voluntary Brazilian jiu-jitsu training for LMPD officers, and an ordinance amending Chapter 71 of the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government Code of Ordinances regarding vehicle speed contests and reckless driving exhibitions. The meeting is being held via video teleconference.

• R-041-23: Resolution in support of voluntary Brazilian jiu-jitsu training for LMPD officers
• O-070-23: Ordinance amending LMCO Chapter 71 on vehicle speed contests and reckless driving exhibitions

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hold a special discussion on illegal dumping with Pete Flood of Solid Waste Management. The committee will also consider pending legislation authorizing the mayor to accept a $21,416,800 federal grant for safety improvements on ten roadway corridors.

• Special discussion on illegal dumping with Pete Flood, Solid Waste Management
• R-039-23: Resolution authorizing $21,416,800 grant agreement with U.S. DOT for roadway safety improvements
• Grant would fund rightsizing or reconfiguration of ten roadway corridors
• Action on grant required by October 2023

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee is meeting to consider eight zoning ordinance changes for properties across Louisville Metro, plus a resolution on development code review, an ordinance on delinquent taxes for zoning applications, an alley closure, a historic Black neighborhoods protection ordinance, and a temporary moratorium on short-term rentals in impacted neighborhoods. The committee will also hold a special discussion on planning and zoning matters. Action deadlines range from May to October 2023.

• Zoning change for 95.7 acres at 3500 Lees Lane (O-047-23)
• Zoning change for 15.26 acres at 3902 Mud Lane (O-055-23)
• Zoning change for 12.35 acres at 9220 and 9224 Cedar Creek Road (O-056-23)
• Ordinance to create Historically Black Neighborhoods Law (O-071-23)
• Temporary moratorium on short-term rental permits in impacted neighborhoods (O-072-23)

Labor and Economic Development Committee

The Labor and Economic Development Committee will decide on two items: a $60,000 noncompetitively negotiated contract with IT FrontDesk, Inc. for an appointment scheduler and reminder service, and a resolution granting local incentives to CMTA, Inc. under KRS Chapter 154. Both actions are required by October 2023.

• $60,000 contract with IT FrontDesk, Inc. for client program appointment scheduler and reminder service
• R-032-23 resolution approving local incentives for CMTA, Inc. under KRS Chapter 154
• O-052-23 ordinance requiring Metro Council approval for certain collective bargaining agreement changes

Committee of the Whole

The Jefferson County Committee of the Whole will convene via video teleconference to receive an overview of the history and work of the League of Women Voters. The meeting will also review the Metro Council agenda and address public comments before adjourning.

• ID 23-0011 Overview of history and work of League of Women Voters by Rebecca Harmon

Metro Council

The Louisville Metro Council is meeting to vote on a consent calendar of contracts and appointments, plus several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include approving contracts for overdose response, violence prevention, and zoo carousel maintenance, as well as zoning changes for multiple properties. The council will also consider amendments to the American Rescue Plan spending, including LMPD headquarters renovation and a wellness center.

• Approve $85,000 contract for overdose quick response team (Louisville Recovery Community Connection)
• Approve $200,000 contract for violence prevention training (Cure Violence Global)
• Approve $100,000 contract for zoo carousel maintenance (Carousels and Carvings, Inc.)
• Approve local incentives for PACCAR, Inc. and CMTA, Inc.
• Amend ARP plan to include LMPD headquarters renovation and wellness center

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on six variance requests. These include requests to reduce required setbacks, exceed maximum building height, and allow structures to encroach into side yards. One case (23-VARIANCE-0023) is continued to the April 10 meeting. The agenda also includes standing committee reports and adjournment.

• 23-VARIANCE-0018: Variance to reduce front yard setback from 30 to 15 feet at 10 Poplar Manor Road (City of Indian Hills)
• 23-VARIANCE-0019: Variance to exceed maximum height of 35 ft for a single-family home at 914 W Riverside Drive
• 23-VARIANCE-0020: Variance for side yard setback encroachment at 2141 Eastview Avenue
• 23-VARIANCE-0032: Variance for addition encroaching into side yard setback at 429 Swing Lane
• 23-VARIANCE-0035: Variance to allow 175 ft front yard setback (exceeding 105 ft infill limit) at 101 S English Station Rd