Unlicensed Lexington short-term rentals owe thousands in fines. What is the city doing to collect?
Four individual properties account for as much as $52,400 in unpaid fines.
Urban County Council
The Urban County Council is the legislative branch of Lexington's city government. Council controls the city budget and adopts laws for the city. There are 15 members of the Council, 12 of which are elected from individual Council Districts and 3 of which are elected At Large.
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Where does Lexington's new Government Center stand? Council gets an update this week
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.
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 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.
Council to review relocation options for leaking Mint Lane pump station
The city needs to deal with a leaking wastewater pump station. One potential fix includes moving it outside of Fayette County's urban service area.
Lexington's budget season begins: How you can weigh in
Lexington's budget is more than just a spending plan. It's a value statement. Here's how to be heard in the city's budgeting process.
Council to review Lexington's efforts on affordable housing
The report says Lexington faces several obstacles to develop more affordable housing.
Council approves lease for delayed solar energy project on Haley Pike landfill
A solar energy project championed by Edelen Renewables can move forward, but a model airplane club at the site will need to relocate.
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.
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.