Neighborhood Snapshot Update

City of Plantation

2014

© Center For Neighborhoods 2006

The City of Plantation is located in the northeast-ern part of Jefferson County. The boundaries for Plantation are generally Westport Road on the southern boundary, Stonehurst Drive is on the eastern edge of the neighborhood, Colonel Drive runs north to Turnside Drive which marks the northern boundary and Blossom Lane and Bayou Way extend west to the western boundary.

City of Plantation 2013

Prepared by:

The Center For Neighborhoods, 610 S. 4th Street, Suite 701, Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 589-0343

Made Possible by:

City of Plantation, PO Box 22698, Louisville, KY 40252 (502) 425-4449

Neighborhood size - .2 square miles

2012 Population - 842

Metro Council District 7 - Councilperson Ken Fleming

Adjacent Neighborhood Schools - Zachary Taylor Elementary, Kammerer Middle School, Ballard High School, Westport Tapp, Westport Traditional Middle School, Wilder Elementary, Portland Christian School

TARC - Bus routes #55 and Express #49

Distance from Metro Louisville Central Business District - 12.5 miles

Neighborhood Highlights

Neighborhood Snapshot

Plantation Originally built around farmland and later additions of approxi-mately 100 acres from the Palmer-Ball farm, the original subdivi-sion was established for the Plantation swim club in existence from 1956 until 2005. The Plantation swim club was the home of the National Swim and Diving Championships as seen on ABC Sports for many years. The City of Plantation was incorporated as a 5th Class City in 1960. Part of the original land division in-cluded a gift to the Bishop for the establishment of Mother of Good Council parish. After the blending of Mother of Good Counsel and Our Lady of Transfiguration schools by the Archdi-ocese, the property was purchased by Portland Christian School.

Plantation - Facts and Statistics at a Glance

Housing Highlights

Population Highlights

School Enrollment 2012 2006

Population 3 years and over enrolled in school

213

Nursery school, preschool 24

Kindergarten to 12th grade 120

Kindergarten 9

Elementary: grade 1 to grade 8 72 94

High school: grade 9 to grade 12 39 96

College, undergraduate 41

Graduate, professional school 28

Race

White 76% 91%

Black or African American 17% 8%

American Indian and Alaska Native 1% 0%

Asian 2% 3%

Hispanic or Latino 12% 4%

Commuting to Work 2012 2006

Car, truck, or van -- drove alone 353 407

Car, truck, or van -- carpooled 40 49

Public transportation (excluding taxicab) 6 8

Walked 0 4

Other means 4 0

Worked at home 26 16

In the 2006 Neighborhood Assessment, statistics were presented comparing the City of Plantation to Louisville Metro per-

centages and those of the regional Metro Statistical Area. In this Update, statistics are presented comparing 2006 and 2012

data. 2012 data is based on Population Highlights 2008-2012 from the American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates.

Total Population 2012 2006

842 864

Occupation 2012 2006

Civilian employed population 16 & over 445

Management, business, science, and arts 166 182

Service occupations 68 56

Sales and office occupations 137 167

Natural resources, construction, maintenance

34 38

Production, transportation, and material 40 8

Median household income 2012 2006

$53,929 $51,731

Comparison of Census population demographics shows that Plantation has had a slight decrease in overall population, but more notably the City’s population has become more diverse. Median age has remained fairly constant, in the mid-30’s. School enrollment statistics were incomplete in 2006, but it is clear that some shifts in school age children has occurred. Median household income has risen slightly, which is a positive indicator given the economic challenges of the last 5 years. Occupations have shifted slightly, with more people working in service industries, production and transportation - and notably working from home. Housing values have continued to rise, even given the effects of the 2008 housing crisis. The city does face an increase in vacant properties, which is reflected in concerns raised in the neighborhood survey summarized on the following pages.

2012 2006

Total housing units 350 363

Occupied housing units 330 360

Vacant housing units 20 3

Median home value $145,200 $107,100

Owner-occupied housing units 246 244

Renter-occupied housing units 84 116

Survey Highlights

Plantation - Survey Results 2013

The following results highlight responses from the 43 resi-

dents who participated in the Neighborhood Assessment

Survey Update. Of the 43 residents who participated in the

Update, 27% have lived in the city of Plantation for more than

30 years, 24% for 16-30 years, 24% for 7-15 years, and 3% less

than 2 years. Participants ranged from 20 of age to over 80.

You most strongly agree with the following statements: (2006 rating in red)

1. During the past year I have been notified of have seen posters or flyers for neighborhood get-togethers, etc. (1)

2. I am satisfied with the trash collection services in my neighborhood. (6)

3. I think this neighborhood is a good place for me to live. (7)

4. I someone asked me for directions I would stop to help. (2)

5. I feel safe walking in my neighborhood. (4)

6. My neighborhood is a good place to raise chil-dren.

7. People who live in my neighborhood generally get along with each other.

1. Traffic issues

2. Rental property

3. Property upkeep

4. Drugs and crime

5. Aging homes & streets

6. Nearby new development

Top things I like about my neighborhood:

1. Convenient, accessible location

2. Quiet, safe place to live

3. Affordable housing and services

4. Trees, open green spaces nearby

5. A good place to raise a family

Top problems facing my neighborhood:

Overall, how would you rate the quality of life in the Plantation neighborhood?

For a complete copy of the survey results, contact the Center for Neighborhoods at 502-589-0343.

You most strongly disagree with the following state-ments:

1. I regularly provide services such as transportation or run-ning errands for an elderly relative or friend who lives outside my house but in my neighborhood.

2. My neighbors and I have met to do something about a neighbor-hood problem or to organize a neighborhood improvement project.

3. I can recognize most of the people who live in my neigh-borhood.

4. Every building in my neighborhood is occupied, either by people living in them or by businesses such as stores and workplaces.

5. I am satisfied with the levels of street lighting on my street and in my neighborhood.

6. My neighborhood is free of crime.

Most often patronized businesses in our neighborhood:

1.Frank Otte Garden Center

2.Dunn’s Consignment

3.Shield’s Service

4.Valvoline

5.Plantation Animal Clinic

6.Stained Glass & More

7.Brakeway

Needed improvements to our neighborhood:

1. Better property maintenance by residents

2. Address parking issues

3. Slow down the traffic

4. Improve street lighting and sidewalks

5. More neighborhood social events

6. Welcome group or Help Others group

7. Small grocery store in business area

8. Stricter regulations on rental property

9. Attend to barking dogs

Survey Highlights

Plantation - Survey Results 2013

Two significant questions asked in the survey related to residents perceptions of their neighborhood. These two charts graphically summarize much of the text on the preceding page and quickly highlight key areas of satisfaction and also, issues of concern. The neighborhood’s accessibility, services, and friendliness all contribute to resident’s desire to live in, and remain in the community. Areas of concern are reflected in statements related to property upkeep, traffic issues, and a desire for more recreational and youth facilities. Responses also indicate that people may not know their neighbors as well as they once did and have a desire to work together to address issues.

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0.5

1

1.5

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Satisfaction with Neighborhood Quality