Council, public to get updates on Winchester Road Corridor Study this week
A council committee will get a status report on the study, then the public is invited to an open house to offer feedback.
Among Councilmembers' budget requests: More than $141,000 for building security upgrades, $1 million for city vehicle fleet maintenance, and $1.5 million for ADA compliance.
Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton will fight for a third term against challenger Raquel Carter in November 3rd's general election.
The May 19th primary will bring contests for Lexington's Mayor, Council District 5, and several other local offices.
The program would be piloted in northwest Lexington with the goal of serving high-need populations with on-demand service.
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.
The initiative is part of a broader "data-driven enforcement" push within Lexington's Code Enforcement Department.
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.
Lexington needs to deal with the leaky sewage pump station behind Paul Laurence Dunbar High School to comply with an EPA Consent Decree.
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.