Lexington's first Civic Assembly concludes. What did the group decide?
The randomly-selected group of Lexington residents deliberated on council pay and charter review. Its recommendations could wind up on the ballot for local voters.
LFUCG Budget
The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government budget determines how the city spends taxpayer money each fiscal year. The budget process begins with the Mayor's proposed budget, followed by Council review and amendments. The budget funds all city services including police, fire, parks, roads, and social services.
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Council to hear forecast projecting slower tax revenue growth
Lexington's payroll growth is expected to grow at a slower rate over the coming years, likely impacting the city's ability to create new positions and recurring programs.
Council advances new city hall proposal
By an 8-7 vote, Council narrowly approved a public-private partnership to build a new city hall on West Vine Street.
Reader Questions on the New City Hall Vote
Why is the city building a new city hall? What's the actual cost? We answer your questions about Lexington's potential city hall deal.
Council allocates $2.265 million in fund balance toward street safety, neighborhood programs
The remaining $4.03 million fund balance can be revisited in the future for spending.
Council postpones additional allocations for microtransit pilot
An existing serviced from United Way, called "Ride United," has caught Council's attention.
Council will vote on proposals for spending FY25 Fund Balance dollars
Ideas for how to spend the fund balance include a roundabout study, improvements to the Black and Williams Center, and more money to Lextran for a microtransit pilot.
Council officially approves FY26 ad valorem tax rates
The new tax rates will raise revenue by 4% from last year for the General Fund and Urban Services Fund.
Council follows Mayor's recommendations for property tax rates
The new tax rates will raise revenue by 4% from last year for the General Fund and Urban Services Fund.
Council to set ad valorem tax rates for FY26
Ad valorem taxes are assessed on most property in Lexington. How much can homeowners expect to pay next year?
Council approves changes to the FY26 Budget!
The City Budget is essentially finalized. Here's what Council added.
Council will review and revise the Budget this week!
Councilmembers are going to decide this week what changes to make to the Mayor's Proposed Budget.
Budget season rolls on — and this week is packed!
This week is loaded with Budget Link meetings. Here's what you need to know.