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.
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Council asks for more specifics on city's priorities for opioid settlement money
The city shared its priorities for millions in national opioid settlement money this week, but several Urban County Councilmembers had questions about timing, public input and Council oversight.
City to share plans for closing Lexington's digital divide
High-speed internet is widely available in Fayette County, yet some residents say they can't get it reliably or at a price they can afford.
Council to hear city's plan for spending millions in opioid settlement funds
The city expects $30 million over 18 years. It's outlined several priorities for how it wants to spend that money, with a focus on treatment and harm reduction.
Council hears ONE Lexington's 2025 year-end report, plans for growth
ONE Lexington has seen success in reducing youth gun violence in recent years. Now, it's looking toward what's next.
Mayor makes leadership changes, council questions winter storm response
Gorton announced that she had accepted the resignation of Nancy Albright, Lexington's Commissioner of Environmental Quality and Public Works.
ONE Lexington to present 2025 year-end report on gun violence prevention efforts
The community-centered initiative will make the case to Council that it is reducing gun violence among youth and young adults ages 10-29.
Council talks adding new position to streamline city's development process
Councilmembers heard about a proposed development liaison position. Peer cities have tried something similar.
Committee advances working group's proposed rules for large-scale solar projects
After a lengthy discussion, committee members voted 6-4 to move the proposed changes forward for more review and feedback.
Council to consider new position for improving engagement with developers
A new city position could help streamline Lexington's development and permitting process – but it will need funding in a tight budget year.