An assessment found roughly 19,430 accessibility barriers across 188 city sites, but for practical reasons, the city can't address them all at once. It's considering a phased approach to retrofits.
An upcoming public meeting in October will give Lexington residents another avenue to reach their councilmembers about draft data center zoning rules.
In a close vote this week, Council moved to create a pathway for large-scale solar projects in agricultural zones. Here's what that means.
An assessment found roughly 19,430 accessibility barriers across 188 city sites, but for practical reasons, the city can't address them all at once. It's considering a phased approach to retrofits.
An upcoming public meeting in October will give Lexington residents another avenue to reach their councilmembers about draft data center zoning rules.
In a close vote this week, Council moved to create a pathway for large-scale solar projects in agricultural zones. Here's what that means.
In July, Lexington's Planning Commission advised against allowing large-scale solar projects on agriculturally-zoned land. But Council has the final say, and it will discuss the issue during its Tuesday Work Session.
On Tuesday, Council will consider options for local "ad valorem" property tax rates. How could they affect your bill?
The draft ordinance allows law enforcement to impound vehicles and fine owners up to $4,500 in some cases.
For years, Woodland Christian Church faced mounting maintenance costs and declining membership. Now, it's home to 38 units of affordable housing through a project its lead pastor called "a true resurrection story."
Lexington's Planning Commission recommended against proposed rule changes that would allow large-scale solar projects in agricultural zones. Council will have the final say.
Four individual properties account for as much as $52,400 in unpaid fines.
This week, Councilmembers will get an update on what local enforcement efforts look like.
A proposed 'privilege fee' system for new development could eventually help recoup hundreds of millions in infrastructure costs tied to Lexington's recent expansion.
As Lexington's Urban Service Area expands, how should it pay for new roads, sewers and other expensive infrastructure? A new "privilege fee" paid by the developers who benefit could help answer that question.
Councilmembers will get an update this week on plans for a new downtown Government Center on Vine Street, including the public-private partnership it relies on.
An existing LFUCG policy broadly outlines acceptable and prohibited uses for artificial intelligence for local government business. Here's what's in it.
How should Lexington's streets be redesigned to work for cyclists, pedestrians, and public transit – not just cars? A draft design manual could shape road projects going forward.
Lexington needs to deal with the leaky sewage pump station behind Paul Laurence Dunbar High School to comply with an EPA Consent Decree.
For years, Woodland Christian Church faced mounting maintenance costs and declining membership. Now, it's home to 38 units of affordable housing through a project its lead pastor called "a true resurrection story."
Advocates say participatory budgeting gives residents direct control over public dollars, but it has its challenges and limitations.
With disability rates on the rise and paratransit still falling short, Lexington is investing in two microtransit initiatives developed by local nonprofits.
In Lexington, 36 randomly-selected residents took part in one of the country’s first civic assemblies to recommend changes to the city’s governing charter.
Heirs’ property issues can block disaster survivors from accessing FEMA assistance. In Eastern Kentucky, free legal clinics are helping families clear titles and protect inherited land.
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.