The randomly-selected group of residents studied Councilmember pay and how Lexington's charter should be reviewed. It will share its recommendations at an upcoming Council meeting.
Council signed off on plans to fund a community grant program and set aside money for a Homelessness Task Force.
LexPark seeks to raise rates at its downtown garages. It says the additional revenue is needed to help cover rising costs and expensive maintenance.
The randomly-selected group of residents studied Councilmember pay and how Lexington's charter should be reviewed. It will share its recommendations at an upcoming Council meeting.
Council signed off on plans to fund a community grant program and set aside money for a Homelessness Task Force.
LexPark seeks to raise rates at its downtown garages. It says the additional revenue is needed to help cover rising costs and expensive maintenance.
Councilmembers wanted more time to review their options for dealing with the leaky sewage pump station.
The community-centered initiative will make the case to Council that it is reducing gun violence among youth and young adults ages 10-29.
Councilmembers heard about a proposed development liaison position. Peer cities have tried something similar.
After a lengthy discussion, committee members voted 6-4 to move the proposed changes forward for more review and feedback.
LFUCG says it is making progress in its efforts to reduce sewer odors that have led to complaints from some residents.
A new city position could help streamline Lexington's development and permitting process – but it will need funding in a tight budget year.
After six months of meetings, Lexington's Solar Working Group is recommending new protections for farmland, stronger decommissioning rules, and a new pathway for solar on brownfield properties.
Lexington used a $1 million public contract to wipe out millions in hospital bills. In Paducah, organizers are crowdfunding — hoping to clear a fraction of that total without city hall.
LFUCG has been working to mitigate odor issues near the Town Branch and West Hickman pump stations for years.
A new city position could help streamline Lexington's development and permitting process – but it will need funding in a tight budget year.
Lexington used a $1 million public contract to wipe out millions in hospital bills. In Paducah, organizers are crowdfunding — hoping to clear a fraction of that total without city hall.
Environmental Quality and Public Works Commissioner Nancy Albright said that the city was prepared for a normal snow event, not an ice storm.
The 2026 elections will bring big changes to the Lexington Urban County Council, with seven council incumbents not running for re-election, including many council veterans. This means Lexington voters will see lots of new faces on the ballot this year.
In its February 12th meeting, Council unanimously approved the Lexington Preservation and Growth Management Program, establishing a formal process for
While this ruling blocks the proposed eight-story, 322-unit apartment complex, the developer could still demolish the existing buildings and construct a new four-story, 75-foot structure under the site’s current R-4 zoning without any additional public input.
If approved, the complex would be the third high-density apartment complex approved on East Maxwell street in the last year and a half.
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.
Lexington used a $1 million public contract to wipe out millions in hospital bills. In Paducah, organizers are crowdfunding — hoping to clear a fraction of that total without city hall.
The Central Kentucky Climate Action Plan combines the efforts of urban and rural municipalities to push for climate action.
The Estill Development Alliance uses a holistic approach to combat substance abuse in youth and improve overall community health.
Three musicians, born and raised states away, find themselves among family at a local bar every Monday night. They come for the music and stay for the community.