Lexington Nonprofit Coalition reviews nonprofit landscape amidst federal cuts
Several Lexington nonprofits are quoted in the presentation, sharing how federal funding cuts have affected their organizations.
Lexington Nonprofit Coalition reviews nonprofit landscape amidst federal cuts
Several Lexington nonprofits are quoted in the presentation, sharing how federal funding cuts have affected their organizations.
FCPS Board to vote on external financial audit
Board Chair Tyler Murphy called a special meeting on September 16th to vote on an audit.
LFUCG will operate this year's winter homeless shelter at Versailles Road
The unusually strong winter storm put a lot of strain on Streets and Roads and other City divisions.
Council will discuss another proposal for a new City Hall
The former BB&T Bank at 200 W. Vine Street is the proposed home for Lexington's next City Hall.
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GGP Committee considers second draft of Urban Service Area amendment process
The new draft adds more information for how LFUCG will calculate new acreage to be added to the USA.
Council officially approves FY26 ad valorem tax rates
The new tax rates will raise revenue by 4% from last year for the General Fund and Urban Services Fund.
FCPS no longer considering OLT increase ahead of final budget meetings
Superintendent Demetrus Liggins is instead recommending a number of budget cuts that could save millions for the District.
What Kentucky’s nonprofit food markets learn from their communities and each other
In Kentucky’s dense cities and smallest towns, nonprofits are bridging the gap between those who grow food, those who have excess and those who need it.
FCPS Board schedules public hearing for potential OLT increase
A public hearing does not guarantee that the School Board will increase the occupational licenses tax. But some School Board members want to leave the option on the table.
A proposed limit on rooster ownership in Lexington
Currently, there are no restrictions on how many roosters are allowed to be kept on properties within the USA. That may change.
Council revises solar panel regulations, allows (some) rural solar
The new regulations still prohibit large-scale solar field developments, similar to the one proposed by Silicon Ranch.
Lisa Higgins-Hord appointed to fill 6th District Council vacancy
Higgins-Hord will serve now through January 2027.
Urban County Council
GGP Committee considers second draft of Urban Service Area amendment process
The new draft adds more information for how LFUCG will calculate new acreage to be added to the USA.
Council officially approves FY26 ad valorem tax rates
The new tax rates will raise revenue by 4% from last year for the General Fund and Urban Services Fund.
A proposed limit on rooster ownership in Lexington
Currently, there are no restrictions on how many roosters are allowed to be kept on properties within the USA. That may change.
Council revises solar panel regulations, allows (some) rural solar
The new regulations still prohibit large-scale solar field developments, similar to the one proposed by Silicon Ranch.
Planning Commission
Council approves Planning Commission nominee, rejects Board of Adjustment nominee
Council voted to reappoint Johnathon Davis to the Planning Commission. Anissa Martinez, a nominee for the Board of Adjustment, was not approved for appointment by Council.
Council holds confirmation hearing for two Planning Commission nominees
Robin Michler and Judy Worth have both ben nominated to serve a second term on the Planning Commission. Council will vote on whether or not to appoint them this week.
HB 443 ZOTA moves to Council Committee
The GGP Committee will have their first discussion on new planning regulations being proposed due to House Bill 443. Here's the rundown on what these new regulations do and mean.
Planning Commission moves HB 443 ZOTA to Council
Council will now decide how to implement the HB 443 ZOTA's controversial regulatory and public input changes.
Rural-Urban Reporting Fellowship
What Kentucky’s nonprofit food markets learn from their communities and each other
In Kentucky’s dense cities and smallest towns, nonprofits are bridging the gap between those who grow food, those who have excess and those who need it.
About the new NextCity/CivicLex Rural-Urban Reporting Partnership
Next City and CivicLex are thrilled to welcome Anabel Peterman as our Equitable Cities Reporting Fellow for Rural-Urban Issues!