Civic Assembly's charter proposals clear key Council hurdle
Council advanced the citizen-led group's recommendations during a June 2nd Work Session. Pending a final vote by Council this month, they could be headed to the ballot for voters this fall.
Civic Assembly's charter proposals clear key Council hurdle
Council advanced the citizen-led group's recommendations during a June 2nd Work Session. Pending a final vote by Council this month, they could be headed to the ballot for voters this fall.
Participatory budgeting promises residents direct control over public money. Could it work in Lexington?
Advocates say participatory budgeting gives residents direct control over public dollars, but it has its challenges and limitations.
How is LFUCG using artificial intelligence? Council will review city's AI policy this week
An existing LFUCG policy broadly outlines acceptable and prohibited uses for artificial intelligence for local government business. Here's what's in it.
Council moves ahead with spending priorities for security, ADA upgrades
Lexington's Urban County Council approved several spending requests for the next city budget, including $135,098 for additional building security in city hall.
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Lexington's May 19th primary guide: Catch-up on local races and how you can vote
The May 19th primary will bring contests for Lexington's Mayor, Council District 5, and several other local offices.
Lextran plans to launch new microtransit pilot this fall
The program would be piloted in northwest Lexington with the goal of serving high-need populations with on-demand service.
Council to review proposed standards for safer, more connected streets
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 Code Enforcement explores AI to identify complaint 'hotspots,' target enforcement
The initiative is part of a broader "data-driven enforcement" push within Lexington's Code Enforcement Department.
Eviction diversion program may need funding boost to continue
The city has seen some success with a program that helps people facing eviction stay in their homes, but it's expected to run out of money in the coming months.
Council votes to upgrade Mint Lane pump station at current site
Lexington needs to deal with the leaky sewage pump station behind Paul Laurence Dunbar High School to comply with an EPA Consent Decree.
Civic Assembly to present recommendations on charter review, Council pay
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 advances spending priorities for millions in opioid settlement money
Council signed off on plans to fund a community grant program and set aside money for a Homelessness Task Force.
Urban County Council
Council to review proposed standards for safer, more connected streets
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.
Council votes to upgrade Mint Lane pump station at current site
Lexington needs to deal with the leaky sewage pump station behind Paul Laurence Dunbar High School to comply with an EPA Consent Decree.
Council advances spending priorities for millions in opioid settlement money
Council signed off on plans to fund a community grant program and set aside money for a Homelessness Task Force.
Council delays decision on Mint Lane pump station for further review
Councilmembers wanted more time to review their options for dealing with the leaky sewage pump station.
Planning Commission
Council approves new process for determining Urban Service Area expansion
In its February 12th meeting, Council unanimously approved the Lexington Preservation and Growth Management Program, establishing a formal process for
Council votes to block Maxwell Street student housing development
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.
Council to hold public hearing on Maxwell Street apartment complex
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 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.
Rural-Urban Reporting Fellowship
How Lexington is ensuring disabled residents can get around
With disability rates on the rise and paratransit still falling short, Lexington is investing in two microtransit initiatives developed by local nonprofits.
Inside Lexington’s unusual experiment in citizen-led governance
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.
Untangling land titles to help Kentucky flood survivors access disaster aid
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, Paducah follow different approaches on erasing medical debt
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.