Drag racing ordinance returns to Council committee. See what changed
The draft ordinance is back with changes after some Councilmembers questioned whether its penalties were too harsh.
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Drag racing ordinance returns to Council committee. See what changed
The draft ordinance is back with changes after some Councilmembers questioned whether its penalties were too harsh.
Lexington has a new snow and ice plan. See what that means for your street
Lexington crews will treat priority streets earlier during winter storms. What else will be different?
Council will get a look at city's overhauled plan for snow and ice. See the biggest changes.
After multiple challenging winter storms, Mayor Linda Gorton said she was "tearing up" the city's snow plan and starting over. Council will get a look at what's new Tuesday.
Enforcement will soon begin for new 'no parking in bike lanes' ordinance
The City will soon issue $50 citations for stopping or parking vehicles in designated bike lanes.
Lexington Mayor will appoint panel to review city's Flock camera use
The review comes amid heightened scrutiny of Flock Safety and after a group of residents spoke out at a Council meeting on the city's partnership with the company.
Street design manual heads to initial Council vote. What would it mean for Lexington travelers?
The design manual sets out standards that put Lexington's Complete Streets policy into action.
Council committee holds drag racing ordinance for further review
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.
Proposed ordinance would outlaw drag racing on Lexington streets. See what would be banned
The draft ordinance allows law enforcement to impound vehicles and fine owners up to $4,500 in some cases.
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.
Mayor outlines changes to Lexington's winter storm response
After issues responding to multiple winter storms, Mayor Linda Gorton outlined the first steps for how she wants the city to move forward.
Council hears ONE Lexington's 2025 year-end report, plans for growth
ONE Lexington has seen success in reducing youth gun violence in recent years. Now, it's looking toward what's next.
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.