WATER OUTAGE UPDATE 12/6/23

Posted on December 5, 2023 by James Martin

Commissioner Sandy Walker has been in touch with Louisville Water Company. She reports that there is a bigger water pipe repair issue now because Bellemeade’s shutoffs are also connected to the UL/Shelbyhurst Campus water supply. The Water Company’s current plan is to identify proper shutoff gates tomorrow, but they will likely not start the work of repairing the two broken shutoff gates until Friday. It is believed that there may be a water shut off beginning possibly Monday around 9 am during daytime hours until all is repaired. Bellemeade residents may experience daytime water outages 1 or 2 days next week.

Best Regards,
James Martin, Mayor

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Zoning of 8210 and 8212 Whipps Mill Rd from residential (R-5) to an office-residential zoning district (OR-1).

Posted on January 23, 2025 by James Martin

A neighborhood meeting about this zoning change will occur on February 10, 2025 at 6:00 pm.  at:

Lyndon City Hall

515 Wood Rd.

Louisville, KY 40222

At this meeting, the proposal will be explained and any concerns or questions will be addressed.

This neighborhood meeting is an opportunity for the applicants and surrounding neighbors to discuss and develop an understanding of the proposal prior to a public hearing. The applicant has 90 days to file a formal application with the Office of Planning from the conclusion of this neighborhood meeting.  If you are interested in this zoning change, please attend the meeting.

Further information, including a map, can be found in the below PDF link:

24-ZONEPA-0159_NeighborhoodMeeting – 8210 & 8212Whipps MillDownload
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REQUEST FOR BIDS – Lawn Maintenance Service

Posted on January 14, 2025 by James Martin

It’s time, again, to seek bids for our public landscaping needs. The City has had a lot of success over the years by contracting with our local residents. We’ve tried outside companies also, but we’ve found that attention to detail and responsiveness is greatest from a local resident. The City of Bellemeade is seeking bids for lawn maintenance services at its two Shelbyville Road entrances and the small park bench roundabout on Woodcleft Road. We’d really like to utilize a local resident if possible. Click the link below for the scope of work. If you are interested, please reach out to Mayor Martin with a bid by February 15, 2025. If you have any questions, Mayor Martin’s phone number is 502 489 0827. Bids may be emailed to mayor@bellemeade-ky.gov.

Landscape Bid & Scope of WorkDownload

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Bellemeade Commission Agenda – January 13, 2025

Posted on January 13, 2025 by James Martin

Regular Meeting Agenda

Monday, January 13, 2025  7:00 pm

700 North Hurstbourne Parkway

Louisville, KY 40222

Call To Order –

Approval of Previous Minutes –

Reports – Each Report Will be Followed by Comments from Each Commissioner Who Wishes to Speak.

  • Treasurer’s Report and Adoption
    • DLG Audit Requirements – Auditor Update
    • CD and Money Market Investments.
  • Mayor’s Report – James Martin
    • Nonmandatory Public working meeting was not held on Jan. 6, 2025.
    • Need for 4th Commissioner to fill vacancy – Will include in January Newsletter
    • 2021 City Officials Update form 
  • Commissioner Reports
    • Public Events – 
    • Public Lands/Public Works – Maintenance bid process in January Newsletter
    • Public Safety and Streets –
    • Code Enforcement –

Public Comments – In Accordance with Commission Rules

New Business –

  • Voting On Commissioner Roles 2025 & 2026
    • Public Events – Halle Brumleve
    • Public Lands/Public Works – Vacant – James Martin will take leadership until replaced.
    • Public Safety and Streets – Sandra Walker       
    • Code Enforcement – Cindy Oppel
  • Discussion of Virtual or Physical Meeting Location Date for future Meetings –

The next working meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 3, 2025 7:00 pm via zoom.   

The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 10, 2025 7:00 pm.  

Adjournment –

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Bellemeade Commission Agenda – December 9, 2024

Posted on December 9, 2024 by James Martin

City Of Bellemeade

Regular Meeting Agenda

Monday, December 9, 2024  7:00 pm

700 North Hurstbourne Parkway

Louisville, KY 40222

Call To Order –

Approval of Previous Minutes –

Reports – Each Report Will be Followed by Comments from Each Commissioner Who Wishes to Speak.

  • Treasurer’s Report and Adoption
    • DLG Audit Requirements – Auditor Update
  • Mayor’s Report – James Martin
    • Nonmandatory Public working meeting was not held on December 2, 2024 as Mayor Marting had a personal conflict.
    • Need for 4th Commissioner to fill vacancy.
  • Commissioner Reports
    • Public Events – 
    • Public Lands/Public Works – Discussion of possible written landscaping plan/bidding process for 2025.
    • Public Safety and Streets –
    • Code Enforcement –

Public Comments – In Accordance with Commission Rules

New Business –

  • Discussion of City Investments – CDs and Money Market Accounts
  • Discussion of Virtual or Physical Meeting Location Date for future Meetings –

The next working meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 6, 2025 7:00 pm via zoom.   

The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 13, 2025 7:00 pm.  

Adjournment –

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Bellemeade Commission Agenda – November 11, 2024

Posted on November 11, 2024 by James Martin

City Of Bellemeade

Regular Meeting Agenda

Monday, November 11, 2024  7:00 pm

700 North Hurstbourne Parkway

Louisville, KY 40222

Call To Order –

Approval of Previous Minutes –

Reports – Each Report Will be Followed by Comments from Each Commissioner Who Wishes to Speak.

  • Treasurer’s Report and Adoption
    • DLG Audit Requirements – Auditor Update
  • Mayor’s Report – James Martin
    • Nonmandatory Public working meeting was held on November 4, 2024 and was attended by Mayor Martin and Commissioner Walker
    • Need for 4th Commissioner to fill vacancy.
  • Commissioner Reports
    • Public Events – 
    • Public Lands/Public Works – Discussion of possible written landscaping plan/bidding process for 2025.
    • Public Safety and Streets –
    • Code Enforcement –

Public Comments – In Accordance with Commission Rules

New Business –

  • Discussion of City Investments – CDs and Money Market Accounts
  • Discussion of Virtual or Physical Meeting Location Date for future Meetings –

The next working meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 2, 2024 7:00 pm via zoom.   

The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 9, 2024 7:00 pm.  

Adjournment –

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Bellemeade Working Meeting Mon. Nov. 4, 2024- 7:00 PM

Posted on November 4, 2024 by James Martin

Bellemeade Working Meeting Monday November 4, 2024

The Bellemeade City Commission “Working” Meeting will be held via Zoom Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. All members of the public are welcome to join in to discuss any concerns or thoughts they may have. See you there via Zoom.

Topic: Bellemeade Working Meeting Nov 4 2024 7:00 PM

Time: Nov 4, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84973803287?pwd=FaU6FIgzYaIeGdAU0Le0lEkIHKpNhk.1

Meeting ID: 849 7380 3287

Passcode: 886678

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Bellemeade Commission Agenda – October 14, 2024

Posted on October 14, 2024 by James Martin

City Of Bellemeade
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, October 14, 2024 7:00 pm
700 North Hurstbourne Parkway
Louisville, KY 40222

Call To Order –
Approval of Previous Minutes –
Reports – Each Report Will be Followed by Comments from Each Commissioner Who Wishes to Speak.
● Treasurer’s Report and Adoption
o DLG Audit Requirements – Auditor Update
● Mayor’s Report – James Martin
o Nonmandatory Public working meeting was held on October 7, 2024 and was attended by Mayor Martin and Commissioner Oppel
● Commissioner Reports
o Public Events –
o Public Lands/Public Works –
o Public Safety and Streets –
o Code Enforcement –

Public Comments – In Accordance with Commission Rules
New Business –

● Discussion of City Response to Possible Air BNB at 8803 Shelbyville Road.
• Discussion of City Investments
● Discussion of Virtual or Physical Meeting Location Date for future Meetings –
The next working meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 4, 2024 7:00 pm via zoom.
The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 11, 2024 7:00 pm. (Mayor Martin Will Be Out of Town)
Adjournment –

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Bellemeade Working Meeting Monday October 7, 2024

Posted on October 7, 2024 by James Martin

The Bellemeade City Commission “Working” Meeting will be held via Zoom Monday, October 7, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. All members of the public are welcome to join in to discuss any concerns or thoughts they may have. See you there via Zoom.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84998189849

Meeting ID: 849 9818 9849

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Short Term Rental Request for 8803 Shelbyville Road

Posted on September 26, 2024 by James Martin

Last night, 9/25/24 at 6:00 p.m., Andrel White, a partner of VibrantStay, LLC held an informal neighborhood meeting regarding VibrantStay’s desire to rent out 8803 Shelbyville Road as a short term rental.  This house is technically outside the City of Bellemeade, but adjacent residents were invited to the meeting.  This includes some Bellemeade City residents on Bellemeade Road and Tristan Road.  Bellemeade City Attorney, Steve Porter, and I also attended.   Literature distributed by VibrantStay, LLC can be found here:

24-CUPPA-0194_Neighborhood Meeting LetterDownload
8803 Flyer 9.25.24Download

All neighbors in attendance expressed concern and opposition to the request. The home has been a long term rental property for many years.  This is the first request for a short term rental permit.

Louisville Metro Office of Planning will make the ultimate determination as to whether the Conditional Use Permit will be issued for this house.  The City of Bellemeade is investigating possible responses to the permit request by seeking City Attorney Steve Porter’s advice.  We will try to keep you updated on the formal public meetings that Louisville Metro will hold.  

Please call or email me if you have any questions.

Thank you,

Mayor, James Martin

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Bellemeade Commission Agenda – September 9, 2024

Posted on September 8, 2024 by James Martin

City Of Bellemeade

Regular Meeting Agenda

Monday, September 9, 2024  7:00 pm

700 North Hurstbourne Parkway

Louisville, KY 40222

Call To Order –

Approval of Previous Minutes –

Reports – Each Report Will be Followed by Comments from Each Commissioner Who Wishes to Speak.

  • Treasurer’s Report and Adoption
    • DLG Audit Requirements – Auditor Update
  • Mayor’s Report – James Martin
    • Nonmandatory Public working meeting was not held on September 2, 2024 in light of Labor Day.
  • Commissioner Reports
    • Public Events – 
    • Public Lands/Public Works –
    • Public Safety and Streets –
    • Code Enforcement –

Public Comments – In Accordance with Commission Rules

New Business –

  • Discussion of Possible Air BNB at 8803 Shelbyville Road.
  • Discussion of Virtual or Physical Meeting Location Date for future Meetings –

The next working meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 7, 2024 7:00 pm via zoom, will likely be cancelled as a result of the labor day holiday.   

The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 14, 2024 7:00 pm.

Adjournment –

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