E-News and Updates CHERI BRYANT HAMILTON, DISTRICT 5 COUNCILWOMAN

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1 E-News and Updates March 22nd, 2018 Cheri Bryant Hamilton District 5 Councilwoman 601 West Jefferson Street City Hall, 3rd Floor Louisville, KY (502) cheri.hamilton@louisvilleky.gov Myra Friend-Ellis Legislative Assistant (502) myra.friend-ellis@louisvilleky.gov Fax: (502) Written By: Chase Sanders chase.sanders@louisvilleky.gov Web address: district 5 Please feel free to copy any of this information for use at your meetings or in your newsletters. If you would like to be removed from this communication please with REMOVE in the subject or body. Thank you! Mayor s SummerWorks Employment Expo Saturday, March 24 from 12pm - 3pm Louisville Central Community Center (1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.) This is a great opportunity for job seekers between the ages of to receive a job offer or an invitation to a follow-up interview, so show up looking sharp and ready to go! Leading companies like GE, Humana, Kindred Healthcare, Kroger, Norton Healthcare, UPS, an many more will be seeking to fill a wide range of part-time and full-time positions paying up to $15.00 per hour. Register at summerworks.org/expo. The Butterfly Effect Prom Project and Event Tuesday, March 27 3:30 pm - 6 pm NorthWest Neighborhood Place (4018 West Market Street) Prom is an exciting yet expensive time for many community families. Your generous donation of a lovely prom dress, shoes or accessories can be the metamorphosis for a young lady. Tuxedo rental vouchers are also welcomed. You can purpose to donate OR join us for the Butterfly Effect Prom Event which will be held on Tuesday, March 27 at the NorthWest Neighborhood Place. This event is sponsored in collaboration with Destinee Germany - Miss Black Kentucky, Academy at Shawnee Youth Services, and JCPS. For more information contact: missblackkyamerica@gmail.com or uoflwomenalumni@gmail.com or uoflwomenalumni@gmail.com Louisville Grows 2018 Community Garden Grant The Louisville Grows 2018 Community Garden Grant provides up to $1,000 in-kind or materials for new or expanding gardens managed by community organizations, garden clubs, neighborhood associations, faith-based organizations, and motivated community members in Louisville, KY. Schools and for-profit entities are not eligible. If a grant is awarded, groups are required to provide 10% in matching funds. Applications are due by Monday, March 27, To receive a grant application contact Simon at agassitant@louisvillegrows.org. 1

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3 Honorary Street Sign Dedication For Officer Nick Rodman Thursday, March 29 at 4pm First Division Police Station (416 N. 29th Street) Honorary Street Sign Dedication For Mattie Jones Wednesday, March 28 at 5pm Louis Coleman Jr. Drive at River Park Drive Come out and show your support for one of Louisville s fallen heroes, Officer Nick Rodman. As we commemorate his life and duty by unveiling a street sign in his name in front of the First Division he so honorably served. Russell Neighborhood Springfest Saturday, March 24 from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Joshua Tabernacle Church (426 S. 15th Street) FUN! FUN! FUN! Fun activities for youth and useful vendors and resources for adults. Come celebrate the start of Spring with your neighbors in the Russell Neighborhood. There will be great food, live entertainment, community vendors, and community art! Mattie Jones has fought for justice for over five decades. She is a valiant voice for equality on the local, state, and national levels. Come out and join the community as we unveil a street sign to honor her activism and commitment to justice. Pothole Blitz 2018 is Here! Pothole Blitz 2018 is officially underway. Public Works crews are moving across the city to patch potholes created by the harsh winter weather. Citizens can help in the blitz by reporting potholes to MetroCall in one of three ways. Those using Twitter can use the hashtag #502pothole. Include the hashtag along with the address or nearest intersection of the pothole location and a photo of the pothole in any tweet. There s also a pothole recording form at the top of the city website Louisvilleky.gov. Click on the Report Pothole link, put in the location information and press send. Of course, citizens may also call Metro call at 311 or

4 Louisville Grows Portland Neighborhood Tree Planting Saturday, March 24 from 8:45am - 3:00pm Louisville Grows Office (1641 Portland Avenue) Come help plant 180 trees! Breakfast and Lunch included! Love City announces the opening of Porkland BBQ March 28 St. Cecelia (338 N. 25th Street) Come out and have a great time and great food! No experience necessary! For more information contact Chandra at (562) or treesassittandt@louisvillegrows.org Free Community Yoga Tuesdays through March 27 th, 6:30 pm 7:30 pm Louisville Central Community Centers (L.C.C.C.) (1300 W. Muhammad Ali Boulevard) Yoga is a widely used practice of breath control, meditation, and the use of different body postures to relax and strengthen your muscles. Join the Kentucky Yoga Initiative and L.C.C.C. for free yoga classes that are open to people of all ages, backgrounds and levels of experience. Mats are provided free of charge. For more information, please call (502) Shawnee Park Basin Project The Shawnee Basin Project is well underway. There is a lot of activity going on within the project so be sure that you are staying informed. To learn more about what s happening in the Shawnee Park Basin Project visit: If you have any questions contact Molly Dorsey at: shawneeparkbasinproject@gmail.com or call the toll free number at (844)

5 Record Expungement and Employment Assistance for Ex-Felons Saturday, March 31 from 10:00am - 12:00pm Spirit of Love Center (4107 West Market Street) The Spirit of Love Center and Goodwill Industries are working in a collaborative effort to help ex-felons gain employment and educate them about getting their records expunged. This will be a forum to share opportunities with the community which involves soft skill training, interviewing techniques, resume writing and job placement. The Goodwill has secured employers who are willing to hire ex-felons. There will also be information shared about how those with class D felonies will be able to get their records expunged. Speakers: Don Smith CEO Male/LLC, Goodwill Industries Business Development Specialist Sharon Allgeier, and Attorney Marque G. Carey. Brightside & Passport Health Plan Community-Wide Cleanup Saturday, April 14 Organize your family, your block, your organization to help clean up District 5! Show your pride for the Brightside cleanup on Saturday, April 14 as we kick off the Mayor s Give-a-Day. Revitalization/Gentrification Forum Wednesday, April 18th at 5:30pm Louisville Urban League (1535 W. Broadway) Louisville has changed from 10 years ago; neighborhoods with lower than median property values are experiencing a new focus. This is a forum to see how we can: a) bring prosperity and b) protect the current residents so they are not forced out c) preserve neighborhood character. How do we provide guidance and protections to have in place ahead of time? We will have a mix of neighborhood people, developers, Metro Louisville people and even academics. Even to agree on definitions of words we use all the time will help with have conversations. Questions? Please contact Metro Housing Corporation at (502) or cathy@metropolitanhousing.org. 5

6 You are invited to celebrate the Historical Marker Dedication for the Red Cross Hospital ( ) Tuesday, April 10, :00 am - 1:00 pm 1436 S. Shelby Street Volunteers of America Freedom House Location Where you born at the Red Cross Hospital? Did you work at the Red Cross Hospital? Did you stay or have surgery at the Red Cross Hospital? Come celebrate this important hospital so important to Louisville s and Kentucky s black communities! This event is sponsored by the Red Cross Hospital Committee: Councilwoman Cheri Bryant Hamilton, Dr. Wayne Tuckson, Linda Hart Lewis and Brunhilda Williams Curington. For more information: Contact Councilwoman Cheri Hamilton s office at (502) , cheri.hamilton@louisvilleky.gov. 3D Printing Academy for Girls April 2 - April 6 from 9:00am - 3:00pm Louisville Central Community Centers(1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.) If you can imagine it! You can print it! Youth for Technology and Louisville Central Community Centers to host the 3D Printing Academy for Girls. You don t have to be a nerdy techy to write programs, build electronics, or 3D print your ideas. Think Black Panther! Think Princess Shuri s Lab! Think Making! Change the world through Science Tech. Register for this Spring Break camp by March 26, 2018 at 6

7 District 5 Alcohol Beverage License Notification: 2038 Northwestern Parkway A Change in Ownership memo and a Courier Journal Legal announcement have been dispersed for a Quota Retail Liquor by the Package, NQ Retail Malt Beverage by the Package, and a 2:00am Extended Package Sales Hours license(s). These are being applied for by a company located at 2038 Northwestern Pkwy., Louisville, KY The ad ran in The Courier Journal Friday, March 2, Anyone can protest the granting of the license(s) by writing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 1003 Twilight Trail, Frankfort, KY, , until the deadline of April 1, Jefferson County Master Gardener Association Presents: Arbor Day Tree Giveaway April 21 from 9am - 1pm Louisville Nature Center (3745 Illinois Ave.) Master Gardeners will distribute 1,000 bare-root trees on Saturday morning. They will also be available to provide information about the trees, and help select the right tree for the right location. Limit of three trees per family. Varieties of trees available include: White Dogwood Redbud Pawpaw Loblolly Pine Blue Spruce Red Maple Persimmon Blackgum Sugar Maple Questions? Contact: jcmgaevent@gmail.com Louisville Metro s Funding for the Home Repair Program have been Exhausted Effective Tuesday March 06, 2018: Louisville Metro s funding for the Home Repair program have been exhausted due to an unprecedented volume of applications. As such, the Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD) will not accept applications for the Home Repair program until further notice. The Home Repair program uses Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Because of the unusually high number of applicants, applications are unable to be processed until additional funds become available. The CDBG program provides grant assistance to qualified applicants for necessary repairs that protect the health, safety, and welfare of the household and the immediate habitability of the home. For questions and additional information, please contact our Customer Service line at , or visit housing-community-development/housingassistance 7

8 Neighborhood House Seeking New Executive Director Neighborhood House is a dynamic nonprofit that provides opportunities, education, and experiences that people need to break the cycle of poverty. Neighborhood House has been located in the Portland community of west Louisville since 1963 and has programs for children as young as six weeks, all the way through to our Four Seasons program for seniors. Last year, they served more than 500 children, ensuring they had access to early childhood education and quality out-of-school time programs. The Neighborhood House is currently searching for its next Executive Director. This is an exciting opportunity for an emerging leader who can leverage expertise and experience alongside their passion to lead the future growth and prosperity of Neighborhood House. Organizational Summary: 122-year-old non-profit organization $1.9 Million annual budget 39 employees, 27 FTEs Large modern facility Strong Neighborhood Support (More info below) Executive Director Summary: Assume overall strategic and operational responsibility for staff, programs, finances and serve as a steadfast steward of the mission Oversee fundraising planning and implementation and be the public face of the organization Ensure current strategy execution and future strategy development in conjunction with our dedicated staff and Board of Directors Partner with the board to drive accountability of organizational alignment to the vision and ensure consensus on the pathway to success An opportunity to build on a solid foundation and lead Neighborhood House into its next period of growth and maturity Important Links for this posting: (Neighborhood House Website) GonzoFest Reception Friday, April 13 from 6:30pm - 9:00pm The 800 Building Sky Club (800 S. 4th Street) Join us as we remember Hunter S. Thompson, and envision honoring his legacy at Louisville Free Public Library! You are invited to a celebration of the life and legacy of Hunter S. Thompson and his mother Virginia Thompson, and how libraries and literature influenced them both. RSVP by April 6, 2018 by contacting danah.zimmerlee@lfpl.org or (502)

9 Free Tax Preparation for Louisville Residents There are free tax preparation sites across Louisville that will provide federal and state income tax assistance to eligible residents VITA and AARP volunteers available at sites across Louisville also will help residents determine eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credit. Louisville Asset Building Coalition's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, or VITA, and AARP Tax Aide programs provide trained, IRS-certified volunteers to offer free tax services at more than 20 sites across the city. The service is available to individuals and families who earned less than $64,000 in Appointments are recommended for VITA free tax assistance service and can be made now by calling (502) or scheduling online at Some of the VITA free tax preparation sites are located at: Facilities Management Services, 1500 Lytle St. Louisville Urban League, 1535 W. Broadway Nia Center, 2900 W. Broadway Portland Promise Center, 1831 Baird St. AARP site: Portland Branch Library, 3305 Northwestern Parkway For a complete list of VITA locations, including mobile sites, as well as hours of operation, visit or call Metro United Way s 211 help referral service. In addition to the VITA sites, AARP Tax Aide's mission is to serve any person comes through the door, with special attention to those 60 and older. For a full AARP schedule and listing, including mobile sites, visit or call (502) Kentucky Shakespeare Presents: Shakespeare in the Parks Sponsored by: Councilwoman Cheri Hamilton, District 5 Chickasaw Park April 15 at 6:30pm Everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy this wonderful performance! 9

10 Molly Leonard Portland Community Center Family Spring Fling (640N. 27th Street) Saturday, April 14 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Metro Council is Bringing the Council Meeting to District 5! Save the Date Come and meet your representatives! Louisville Metro Council Meeting at the Shawnee (4001 Herman Street) Thursday, April 12 at 6:00pm Join us for a day of FREE fun and games, prizes, food, vendors, Rec on the Go, nutrition education, free health screenings and more! Join us for University of Louisville Women s Basketball Camp!!! ****EARLY BIRD SPECIAL UNTIL APRIL 15 - $25 OFF ***** Day Camp for 3 rd through 8 th grade students: June 11-14, Go to the following link to register and find more information: 10

11 Jesus and a Job Property Rehabilitation Project 2516 W. Magazine Street Love City Basketball Gym Ribbon Cutting 11

12 Save the Date - Community Calendar March 22nd, 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Mayor s SummerWorks Employment Expo Saturday, 12pm - 3pm Louisville Central Community Center (1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.) 50 years ago, in 1968, Shirley Chisolm became the first African American woman elected to the United States Congress. In 1972, she became the first black candidate for a major party's nomination for President of the United States, and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. Russell Neighborhood Springfest Louisville Grows Portland Neighborhood Tree Planting Yearlings Club Forum Series 3:30pm - 5:45pm The Yearlings Club (4309 W. Broadway) Deadline for the Louisville Grows 2018 Community Garden Grant The Butterfly Effect Prom Project and Event 3:30 pm - 6 pm NorthWest Neighborhood Place (4018 West Market Street) 28 Honorary Street Sign Dedication For Mattie Jones 5pm Louis Coleman Jr. Drive at River Park Drive Love City announces the opening of Porkland BBQ St. Cecelia (338 N. 25th Street) 29 Honorary Street Sign Dedication For Officer Nick Rodman 4pm First Division Police Station (416 N. 29th Street) Record Expungement and Employment Assistance for Ex-Felons 10:00am - 12:00pm Spirit of Love Center (4107 West Market Street) 1 2 3D Printing Academy for Girls April 2 - April 6 from 9:00am - 3:00pm Louisville Central Community Centers(1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.) 3 Portland Now Meeting 6:30pm