9th Metro Council District
No. 9 eNews
August 14, 2014
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Volunteers STILL Needed for Back to School Block Party
Please join us for the 15th Annual Back to School Block Party at the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center, 201 Reservoir Park on Friday, September 5th from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Enjoy FREE pizza, swimming, door prizes and make a child ID with LMPD! We need VOLUNTEERS to make this event successful. If you are interested in volunteering or if you have any questions please contact our office at 574-1109. To see the flyer and list of sponsors please click here.
It’s A Boy!
Please join me in congratulating my Legislative Assistant, Kyle Ethridge, on the birth of her son! She is officially on maternity leave until October. Please continue copying Kyle Ethridge on emails while she is out and also add Amanda Allen. If you want to contact me about any issue please use the online form byclicking here, this will ensure all my staff gets a copy of your concern.
Leadership Louisville Luncheon on August 28
Plan to attend the 2014 Leadership Louisville Luncheon on August 28, as tickets and tables are going fast and they anticipate another sell-out event.Each year, Leadership Louisville Center along with the Office of theMayor invite Louisville's most committed and influential leaders to learn from the mayor of a major U.S. city, and get inspired to move our city forward. This year, meet rising national leader,Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, Mayor of Baltimore. Mayor Rawlings-Blake will discuss the bold reforms she's introduced to address challenges similar to those our region faces - public safety, public education and talent attraction.
With the theme “Step Up Louisville,” the event will focus on how we can elevate our community and will host nearly 1,000 influential business and civic leaders representing over 200 companies. Tickets are $75.00 each. For more information visit
Crime Prevention Tips from the St. Matthews Police
Most burglaries and thefts are committed by criminals looking for a crime of convenience. You can help prevent this by taking the following steps:
1. Lock your doors and windows and close your blinds whenever you are not at home.
2. Do not leave any valuable items in your vehicles, especially in plain sight.
3. Always lock your vehicle, even if it is in your driveway or if you are only leaving it for a short time.
4. Contact the St. Matthews Police for a house watch whenever you leave for more than a day or two. This service is free to all residents of St. Matthews. You home will be checked by officers three times a day and we will contact you if anything seems amiss.
Most burglaries occur during day time hours while people are at work. The burglar will often knock on the door to see if anyone is home before they try to get in the house. If you see anyone suspicious knocking on doors in your neighborhood, please call the St. Matthews Police at 893-9000 so that our officers can check them out. If they have a legitimate reason to be going door to door, they will be on their way in just a few minutes and they will not know who called.
Seasonal Help Wanted at Curtain Exchange
The Curtain Exchange, 3733 Lexington Road, is looking for seasona, part-time help with design or retail experience. Must be available to work Saturdays 10 am – 4 pm. Apply be sending resume .
BBB KY State Fair Tips
Tips while at the fair:
Don’t give your information out to everyone who asks.There will be plenty of opportunities to enter your name and contact information into drawings for a number of prizes.By giving the promoter your name, phone number, and address, you could receive unwanted credit cards in the mail as well as unwanted phone calls from telemarketers.
Be aware, when you sign up to win a prize, you are establishing abusiness relationship with the company promoting the prize. The business may then contact you regardless of the no call list registration due to that relationship. The business also has an opportunity to sell their contact lists to third parties warranting even more annoying calls, emails, and mail.
Beware of new products on display. You may see the item on display as “the next best thing,” but be smart, and ask questions about the product, and the company selling it. BBB suggests asking the following questions:
·How long has the company been in business?
·Does the exhibitor have a telephone number and address where they can be reached should the product be defective?
·Is there a warranty or guarantee covering the product?
·How long is the product covered?
·If the product is defective, can the consumer get their money back or do they have to trade the damaged product for a new one?
·Can you get the refund or exchange policy in writing?
·Does the company have a good rating with BBB?
Guarantees may give consumers a false sense of security, as a guarantee is often only as good as the company that stands behind the guarantee.
Before consumers buy, they should check the product itself. Consumers need to make certain the materials and construction are up to the actual product's reputation. Also check the packaging. Does the item inside the packaging resemble what’s on the outside? The printing on the packaging or the actual construction for counterfeit products is often of poor quality and is a telltale sign the product contained is counterfeit. And remember, if the deal seems “too-good-to-be-true,” it probably is.
For more information, go tobbb.org
Walk With The Bridget Brigade
Join the Bridget Brigade as they walk united on September 13th to support and honor their mom and best friend, Bridget Keller Smith. Bridget was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in February of last year and she has shown nothing but courage, strength and grace throughout this difficult journey. September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and is the perfect time for all of us to come together for a great cause. The Walk is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. at 501 Gatehouse Lane. Registration is $15 for adults, $10 for students K-12, and free for 5 & under or GYN cancer survivors. You can register the morning of the walk in person.
Many of you have asked what you can do to help. Well, this is your chance! There are many ways you can show your support:
1. If you are in Louisville, you can participate in the Dee Edwards Memorial Whisper Walk for Ovarian Cancer, put on by OAK (Ovarian Awareness of Kentucky) to raise money and awareness for ovarian cancer. Registration is $15 and can be paid in person the morning of the walk. The Whisper Walk takes place Saturday, September 13th, 8am, at Douglass Hills Park, 501 Gatehouse Lane.
2. If you're not in Louisville, check the list of official city walks. Find out if there is an ovarian cancer walk in your hometown sometime during the month of September and post the details on the wall below so we can add it to the list. If your hometown doesn't have an official walk, you can go for a walk anywhere in your hometown on the same September 13th morning as the Louisville walk and be united with us in spirit.
3. No matter where you live, for a $10 minimum donation, you can join The Bridget Brigade! You will receive a custom teal Bridget Brigade wristband that you can wear to show your support. All funds raised will go directly to Bridget and her choice of causes. Donations can be made via PayPal, check or cash. Simply fill out the form at reserve your wristband.
Ninth District Events!
Below are some Ninth District calendar events! To view a full listing of events please visit the Ninth District Blog at
If you would like to submit events to be considered for the blog calendar please emailKyle Ethridgeor call 574-1109.
Monday, August 25:Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, Kentucky author forum video showing at 7:00 p.m.A recording of the Kentucky Author Forum featuring Alain de Botton in conversation with Brian Stelter.Questions please call 574-1793.
Wednesday, August 27:Crescent Hill Library, 2762 Frankfort Avenue,booked for lunch discussion regarding“Slaughterhouse Five” by Curt Vonnegut at1:00 p.m.Questions please call 574-1793.
Friday, August 29:Frankfort Avenue F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop from 6:00 – 10:30 pm. For more informationvisit
9th District LINKS
9th Office Staff
Tina Ward-Pugh, 9th District Councilwoman
601 W Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 502.574.1109
Fax: 502.574.7844
Kyle Ethridge, Legislative Assistant
Phone: 502.574.3908
Fax: 502.574.7844
Amanda Allen, Staff Helper
Phone: 502.574.1109
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