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.
Councilmembers raised concerns about the proposed ordinance's penalties, including whether a 30-day vehicle impoundment goes too far. It will return to the committee in October.
In Tuesday, March 18th's Budget, Finance, and Economic Development (BFED) Committee, Commissioner of General Services Chris Ford will present an overview of how the city plans for the maintenance of LFUCG infrastructure and facilities.
The presentation outlines two primary processes for maintaining City infrastructure and facilities.
The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) sets a maintenance plan for buildings, roads and bridges, technological equipment like fiber optic cables, and other LFUCG assets.
The Capital Project Management (CPM) process primarily manages new capital projects from inception to completion for LFUCG.
Parks and Recreation, the Fire Department, and the Corrections Department oversee their own capital project management and maintenance. All other Divisions and Departments are managed under the general CIP and CPM programs and plans.
The presentation includes the CIP for Fiscal Year 2025 (our current Fiscal Year) through Fiscal Year 2030, outlining roughly $13.6 million in maintenance projects. You can view the full plan below.
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Watch the meeting: The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development (BFED) Committee will meet on Tuesday, March 18th at 1pm in Council Chambers. You can attend in-person or watch live on LexTV.
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.