A proposed 'privilege fee' system for new development could eventually help recoup hundreds of millions in infrastructure costs tied to Lexington's recent expansion.
Opportunities for residents to participate in city decision-making. This covers public comment periods, community meetings, surveys, and formal processes where residents can influence local government decisions.
Council advanced the citizen-led group's recommendations during a June 2nd Work Session. Pending a final vote by Council this month, they could be headed to the ballot for voters this fall.
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.
In Lexington, 36 randomly-selected residents took part in one of the country’s first civic assemblies to recommend changes to the city’s governing charter.
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.
We spent months reviewing the membership and operations of Lexington's Boards and Commissions. Here's what we learned and how we think they could be improved.
