Lexington, KY

Urban County Council

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will consider multiple ordinances and resolutions, including budget amendments, a stormwater definition change, and several contracts. The most consequential item is a resolution authorizing a $3,081,732.03 agreement for winter emergency shelter services at 1306 Versailles Rd., along with other winter shelter contracts. The agenda also includes resolutions to expand urban services districts, a zone change request, and various sole-source procurements.

• Winter Emergency Shelter Services at 1306 Versailles Rd. for $3,081,732.03
• Winter Motel Shelter Services for families for $300,000
• Motel-Based Winter Shelter for elderly/disabled for $234,977
• Zone change from MU-2 to B-1 for 2.59 acres at 525 De Roode St.
• Lease renewal with Ky. Community and Technical College System for Detention Center classroom space at no cost

Urban County Council

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a major contract for winter emergency shelter services for homeless individuals, several budget amendments, and expansions of urban services districts. The agenda includes second readings of ordinances and resolutions, as well as first readings for a construction bid and personnel appointments. Public comment is scheduled for both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Resolution 0750-26: $3,081,732.03 contract with EDS Holdco, LLC for Winter Emergency Shelter Services at 1306 Versailles Rd.
• Resolution 0751-26: $300,000 agreement with Community Action Council for Winter Motel Shelter Services for homeless families.
• Resolution 0752-26: $234,977 agreement with Hospice of the Bluegrass for motel-based winter shelter for elderly/disabled homeless.
• Resolutions 0790-26, 0791-26, 0792-26: Expand Full Urban Services District #1 and Partial Districts #3 and #5 for services like street lighting, cleaning, and garbage collection; public hearings set for Nov. 10, 2026.
• Resolution 0805-26: Accept bid of $332,099.30 from K. Hayes Limited for Cadentown Historic Church and site improvements.

Urban County Council Work Session

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council is holding a work session to review and potentially approve several new business items, including contracts, budget amendments, and procurements. Key decisions include a $350,000 marketing contract for environmental services, a $16,951 sole-source purchase of background check software for police, and a $167,750 software expansion for permitting. The agenda also includes routine items like budget adjustments, neighborhood development funds, and capital projects.

• Contract with Wiser Strategies for mass marketing ads, up to $350,000 in FY27, with two 1-year renewal options
• Sole-source purchase of eSOPH Background Checks System from NEOGOV for Lexington Police, $16,951 for one year
• Amendment to Accela contract to add ePermit Hub software, $167,750 for FY27
• Change Order #2 with ATS Construction for Deer Haven Park ADA sidewalk and fence, increasing contract to $674,300
• Grant application to U.S. DOJ for $130,393 under Edward Byrne Memorial JAG for police training and equipment

Environmental Quality & Public Works (EQPW) Committee

The Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss several transportation-related items, including using data analytics for traffic control, coordinating ongoing maintenance for projects, and Vision Zero and Complete Streets initiatives. The committee will also consider items referred to it and approve the summary of its August 18, 2026 meeting.

• Traffic Control Using Data Analytics
• Coordination of Ongoing Maintenance for Projects
• Vision Zero and Complete Streets (including Education, Engagement, and Outreach)
• Approval of August 18, 2026 committee summary
• Items Referred to Committee

The Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee approved the Traffic Engineering Manual, amendments to Chapter 17B on street tree replacement, and revisions to the Hazard Street Tree Cost-Share Program guidelines. The committee also received informational updates on traffic analytics, maintenance coordination, and Vision Zero/Complete Streets education efforts. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Traffic Engineering Manual (unanimous)
• Approved Chapter 17B amendments on street tree replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Hazard Street Tree Cost-Share Program guideline revisions (unanimous)
• Approved August 18, 2026 committee summary (unanimous)

Urban County Council

The Urban County Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a $9.74 million bond issuance and updates to solar energy and street design rules. The meeting also includes resolutions for various service contracts, personnel appointments, and grant applications.

• $9,740,000 Series 2026B General Obligation Bonds issuance
• Zoning change for 1770 and 1800 Harrodsburg Rd. from R-1C to B-3
• Adoption of the Complete Streets Design Manual
• New solar energy system zoning and definitions
• New privilege fees for shared public infrastructure construction

Urban County Council

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a second reading of a $9.74 million general obligation bond issuance, a zoning change for property on Harrodsburg Road, and amendments to solar energy system regulations. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances to expand urban services districts and adjust budgets, plus numerous resolutions authorizing contracts and grants. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and recognition of a police activities league team.

• Ordinance 0699-26: Issue $9,740,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026B (up to 10% increase possible)
• Ordinance 0710-26: Rezone 4.912 acres at 1770 and 1800 Harrodsburg Rd. from R-1C to B-3 (second reading)
• Ordinance 0651-26: Amend solar energy system regulations, including definitions, allowable zones, and siting requirements
• Ordinance 0736-26: Create Chapter 28 for privilege fees on public infrastructure improvements
• Resolution 0694-26: Approve $2,512,545 contract with Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control for animal control services

General Government & Planning (GGP) Committee

The General Government & Planning Committee will meet to approve a past meeting summary and discuss three key items: proposed regulations for drive-thru facilities and drive-up windows, findings from the Winchester Road Corridor Study, and draft regulations for data centers. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Drive-Thru Facilities & Drive-Up Windows regulations review
• Winchester Road Corridor Study presentation
• Data Center Regulations discussion

The General Government & Planning Committee held a work session on September 8, 2026, reviewing three items: proposed regulations for drive-through facilities and drive-up windows, the Winchester Road Corridor Study, and data center regulations. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were presented for discussion. The committee approved the July 1, 2026 meeting summary and removed Short-Term Rentals from its agenda.

• Approved July 1, 2026 committee summary (unanimous)
• Removed Short-Term Rentals from committee agenda (unanimous)
• Reviewed proposed drive-thru/drive-up window regulations (no vote)
• Reviewed Winchester Road Corridor Study (no vote)
• Reviewed data center regulations (no vote)

Urban County Council Work Session

The Urban County Council is reviewing several administrative items, including multi-million dollar contracts for winter emergency shelters and various utility and service agreements. The session also includes presentations on the Downtown Area Master Plan and updates on capital projects.

• Contract with EDS Holdco, LLC for winter emergency shelter services up to $3,081,732.03
• Purchase of service agreement with CASA of Lexington, Inc. not to exceed $278,000
• Sole source purchase from Siemens Inc. for West Hickman WWTP equipment at $444,705
• Agreement with Community Action Council for winter motel shelter services up to $300,000
• Agreement with Bluegrass Care Navigators for elderly/disabled winter shelter up to $234,977

Urban County Council

The Urban County Council will hold public hearings on FY2027 ad valorem tax rates for municipal, public health, and soil and water conservation purposes. The agenda includes discussions on new zoning regulations for data centers and solar energy systems, as well as various personnel and budget amendments.

• Public hearing for FY2027 Ad Valorem Taxes
• Ordinance to regulate data centers as an emerging land use
• Authorization of $9,740,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026B
• Ordinance to prohibit parking in designated bike lanes
• Ordinance amending zoning for Solar Energy Systems

Urban County Council

The Urban County Council will hold public hearings regarding ad valorem tax rates for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The agenda also includes several ordinances for budget adjustments, personnel changes, and a $9.74 million bond issuance.

• Public hearing for FY2027 ad valorem taxes
• Issuance of $9,740,000 in Various Purpose General Obligation Bonds
• Ordinance to prohibit stopping or parking in designated bike lanes
• Zoning change for 4.912 acres at 1770 and 1800 Harrodsburg Rd.
• Purchase of Service Agreements for 30 community agencies totaling over $1.5 million

Committee of the Whole (COW)

The Committee of the Whole will hear two presentations. These include a progress report on the Snow and Ice Control Plan and an update regarding the 2026 Kentucky Legislative Session.

• Snow and Ice Control Plan Progress Report presentation
• 2026 KY Legislative Session presentation

Urban County Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will consider a series of new business items, including contracts for animal control, traffic software, and water quality projects, plus several budget amendments and adjustments. The agenda also includes a presentation on the ADA Transition Plan and reports from committees.

• Animal control services contract with Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, LLC for $2,512,545
• Amended grant agreement for $3,770,202 for East Hickman Pump Station project
• Change Order #6 for New Senior & Therapeutic Center, increasing contract to $17,532,658.04
• Agreement with US Geological Survey for stream gauges at $127,000
• Budget amendments and adjustments for FY 2027

Budget, Finance & Economic Development (BFED) Committee

The Budget, Finance & Economic Development Committee will meet to approve the June 23, 2026 meeting summary, receive a monthly financial update for July 2026, and discuss the local impact of federal policy on businesses and local government. The committee will also review items referred to it. No votes on specific ordinances or contracts are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of June 23, 2026 Committee Summary
• Monthly Financial Update - July 2026
• Local Impact due to Federal Policy - Businesses
• Local Impact due to Federal Policy - Local Government
• Review of Items Referred

The Budget, Finance & Economic Development Committee approved the draft Infrastructure Fund Ordinance, which introduces Privilege Fees to fund infrastructure in newly designated Urban Growth Areas. The committee also received the July 2026 financial update, noting a one-month deficit of $12.7 million, and heard presentations on federal policy impacts on businesses and local government. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved draft Infrastructure Fund Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2026 committee summary (unanimous)

Urban County Council Work Session

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially approve a range of items, including a $9.74 million general obligation bond sale, a zoning ordinance for large-scale solar energy systems, and several sole-source contracts. The agenda includes public comments, budget amendments, and new business items with specific dollar amounts for services and repairs.

• Authorization to issue up to $9,740,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026B, with an estimated FY 2027 debt service of $1,423,775
• Ordinance to amend zoning for large-scale Solar Energy Systems in agricultural zones, with staff alternative text approved 9-0
• Sole source contract with In-Situ (ChemScan) for West Hickman WWTP analyzer service, not to exceed $54,870 over three years
• Professional Services Agreement with Kenya Ballard for gun violence survivor liaison services, not to exceed $20,000 for FY 2027
• Sole source repair contract with Tekton Construction for Cardinal Run North arson damage, $105,011

The Urban County Council work session reviewed a docket of administrative items, including a $9.74 million general obligation bond issuance for road, sidewalk, and beautification projects, and a $3.87 million federal application to reduce homelessness. The council also reviewed a solar energy zoning amendment and a Complete Streets design manual, both recommended for approval by committees. No final votes were taken during this work session; items are scheduled for the August 13 council meeting.

• Approved August 13, 2026 Council Meeting Docket, as amended (unanimous)
• Placed on docket: Rezoning at 500 Southland Drive from P-1 to B-1 (unanimous)
• Placed on docket: Ordinance prohibiting parking in bike lanes, as amended (unanimous)
• Set FY2027 ad valorem tax rates at Option 2 for General Services and Urban Services funds (unanimous)
• Set public health tax rate at 0.0243 and soil/water conservation at 0.001 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing on all ad valorem tax rates for August 27, 2026 (unanimous)
• Referred mental health support for first responders to SSPS Committee (unanimous)
• Approved $500 tree plaque at Charles Young Center honoring Carl White (unanimous)

Environmental Quality & Public Works (EQPW) Committee

The Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee will review updates on the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, including traffic calming measures, street art, and quick builds, as well as changes to the Traffic Engineering Manual. The committee will also receive an update on urban forestry and street trees, and consider items referred to the committee. The meeting includes approval of the previous meeting's summary.

• Approval of June 16, 2026 committee summary
• Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP) update
• Traffic calming - street art and quick builds
• Traffic Engineering Manual updates
• Urban Forestry / Street Tree update

The Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee received updates on the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, a proposed Quick Build Program, the Traffic Engineering Manual, and Urban Forestry programs. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approval of the June 16, 2026 committee summary. The committee also reviewed a list of referred items.

• Approved June 16, 2026 EQPW Committee Summary (unanimous)
• Received NTMP update; no action taken
• Received Quick Build Program presentation; no action taken
• Received Traffic Engineering Manual update; no action taken
• Received Urban Forestry/Street Tree update; no action taken
• Reviewed items referred to committee; no action taken

Urban County Council

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council is meeting to consider first-reading ordinances and resolutions, including setting municipal property tax rates for FY 2026-2027, approving a $135,000 contract for interactive outreach tools, and making numerous personnel changes. The agenda also includes a zoning change, budget amendments, and a republished code of ordinances.

• Ordinance to levy ad valorem taxes for FY 2026-2027, with rates including $.075 per $100 for real property in the General Services District (public hearing Aug. 27)
• Resolution authorizing a $135,000 contract with Riggs Ward Design for interactive outreach tools (RFP #3-2026)
• Ordinance changing zoning at 500 Southland Dr. from P-1 to B-1 (0.684 net acres, Fox South LLC)
• Resolution accepting $519,200 in federal funds for ITS/CMS traffic improvements, with $129,800 local match
• Ordinance creating a Sick Leave Bank Program for employees

Urban County Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will consider a wide range of new business items, including over $3.1 million in contracts for community wellness, youth development, food access, and mental health services, plus a $900,000 renewal for sanitary sewer consulting. Other items include speed limit changes, police equipment grants, and personnel actions. The meeting also includes public comment, budget amendments, and a presentation on ad valorem taxes.

• Authorization of $3,177,745 in Purchase of Service Agreements with 30 agencies for Extended Social Resource programs (RFP #14-2026, #16-2026, #17-2026, #18-2026)
• Fourth and final renewal of contract #291-2022 with Hazen and Sawyer for Sanitary Sewer Remedial Measures Plan consulting at $900,000
• Authorization to apply for $581,860 in homeland security grant funds to purchase three bomb-disposal robots for police
• Authorization to reduce speed limit on Wyndham Hills Drive from 35 to 30 mph
• Authorization to pay $11,700 civil penalty for OSHA violations at the Materials Recovery Facility at 360 Thompson Rd.

The Urban County Council Work Session reviewed a large docket of administrative items, including budget amendments, donations, procurements, and new business items. The most significant action was the approval of $3,177,745 in Purchase of Service Agreements with 30 Extended Social Resource (ESR) Program grantee agencies. The council also approved numerous other contracts, grants, and personnel actions, all of which were part of the consent agenda for the upcoming Council Meeting.

• Approved $3,177,745 in ESR Program contracts with 30 agencies
• Approved $900,000 contract renewal with Hazen and Sawyer for sewer program
• Approved $519,200 KYTC grant for traffic improvements
• Approved $135,000 contract with Riggs Ward Design for outreach trailer
• Approved $61,288.30 Bluegrass ADD local dues agreement
• Approved $50,000 agreement with You Matter Kentucky for Juvenile Treatment Court
• Approved $11,700 payment for OSHA civil penalty
• Approved $10,177.50 for Code of Ordinances republication

Social Services & Public Safety (SSPS) Committee

The Social Services & Public Safety Committee will consider a proposed drag racing ordinance, an update from the Division of Youth Services, and items on equitable code enforcement and the Villages Model Initiatives for Lexington. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's summary and items referred to the committee.

• Proposed Drag Racing Ordinance
• A Caring Place (Villages Model Initiatives for Lexington)
• Equitable Enforcement (Code Enforcement)
• Division of Youth Services Update
• Items Referred to Committee

The SSPS Committee reviewed a proposed ordinance to ban vehicle speed contests and reckless driving exhibitions, with civil penalties up to $4,500 and vehicle impoundment up to 60 days, but took no action. The committee also heard updates on the Village model for older adults, code enforcement equity, and youth services, all without voting. The only formal action was approving the June 9, 2026 committee meeting summary.

• Approved the June 9, 2026 SSPS Committee meeting summary.
• Heard presentation on proposed Drag Racing Ordinance (no action).
• Heard update on A Caring Place Village model feasibility (no action).
• Heard review of Code Enforcement equitable enforcement (no action).
• Heard update from Division of Youth Services (no action).
• No action on items referred to committee.

Urban County Council

The council will hold second readings on several ordinances and resolutions, including a zone change for properties on Chair Avenue and South Broadway, amendments to zoning rules for alcohol sales at horse tracks and economic development zones, and budget adjustments. Notable resolutions include a $11.8 million contract for inmate medical and mental health services, a $1.86 million stormwater improvement project, and various other contracts and agreements.

• Ordinance changing zone for 416-451 Chair Ave., 441 Hayman Ave., and 633 S. Broadway from I-1/B-4 to CN zone (4.355 net acres)
• Resolution ratifying $11,835,921 contract with Comprehensive Correctional Care for inmate medical and mental health services
• Resolution accepting $1,861,447.50 bid from Sunesis Construction for Mentelle Park Stormwater Improvements
• Resolution authorizing $97,324.79 change order for New Senior & Therapeutic Center construction (total now $17,206,172.98)
• Resolution authorizing $50,000 in agreements for crisis response mediators for ONE Lexington

Urban County Council

The Urban County Council will hold second readings on ordinances including a 2% pay raise for most employees and a 1% structure movement, a zone change for properties on Chair Avenue and South Broadway, and a resolution to purchase waste management hardware and software from Routeware Global for up to $380,180.09. The council will also consider first readings on zoning amendments for alcohol sales at horse race tracks and economic development zones.

• Ordinance 0496-26: 2% pay increase for FY2027 for all full-time and part-time employees in the Unified Pay Plan, plus specific increases for certain positions
• Ordinance 0570-26: Zone change from Light Industrial (I-1) and Wholesale and Warehouse Business (B-4) to Corridor Node (CN) for 4.355 net acres at 416-451 Chair Avenue, 441 Hayman Avenue, and 633 South Broadway
• Resolution 0451-26: Purchase of hardware, software, and services from Routeware Global, Inc. for waste management at a cost not to exceed $380,180.09
• Resolution 0491-26: Bid acceptance of $1,939,674 from Machinex Technologies Inc. for a Materials Recovery Facility Optical Sorter and Robotics
• Resolution 0484-26: Bid acceptance of $846,000 from MAC Construction and Excavating for the North Elkhorn Force Main Relocation

Urban County Council Work Session

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will review and likely approve multiple resolutions authorizing grants, contracts, and agreements totaling over $2.4 million. Items include funding for gun violence prevention programs, emergency shelter services, and infrastructure projects, as well as street closures and professional service agreements.

• $211,500 grant to Community Action Council for gun violence prevention programs
• $80,000 agreement with SWAG for survivor support services
• $2,015,935.50 change order for Town Branch WWTP UV Disinfection Project
• $775,000 design agreement for Town Branch WWTP WWS Tank Phase 2
• $572,795 for Comprehensive Street Outreach Services with Hope Center, Inc.

The council authorized a $2,015,933.50 change order for the Town Branch and West Hickman WWTP UV Disinfection Process Replacement Project, raising the contract to $15,715,933.50. They also approved numerous other items including a $572,795 agreement with the Hope Center for homeless outreach, $2,011,675 in emergency shelter grants, and $840,000 for a 24-unit low-income housing project. All actions were authorized as part of the work session docket.

• Approved $2,015,933.50 change order for UV disinfection project (Herrick Company)
• Approved $572,795 agreement with Hope Center for homeless outreach services
• Approved $2,011,675 in emergency shelter grants to seven agencies
• Approved $840,000 HOME funds for Meadowsweet Apartments low-income housing
• Approved $400,000 LexArts operating support agreement
• Approved $211,500 Community Action Council violence prevention grant administration
• Approved $80,000 SWAG Sisters survivor support services agreement
• Approved $1,392,348 design contract for new fire training academy

Urban County Council

General Government & Planning (GGP) Committee

The General Government and Planning Committee will meet on July 1, 2026. The agenda includes an update on short-term rentals, a discussion of the Blue Sky Small Area Plan, and an update on A Sense of Place. The committee will also consider items referred from the July referral list.

• Short-Term Rentals Update (0864-24)
• Blue Sky Small Area Plan (0128-25)
• A Sense of Place Update (0103-26)
• Items Referred to Committee (July Referral List)

The General Government & Planning Committee met on July 1, 2026, and approved the June 2, 2026 committee summary. The committee also received updates on short-term rentals, the Blue Sky Small Area Plan, and A Sense of Place, and discussed items referred to the committee. No votes on substantive policy changes were recorded.

• Approved June 2, 2026 committee summary

Urban County Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will consider ratifying the Mayor's emergency procurement of inmate medical and mental health services from Comprehensive Correctional Care for $11,835,921, following non-performance by the previous provider. The work session also includes several contract authorizations, change orders, and budget amendments, plus public comments and committee reports.

• Ratify emergency inmate healthcare contract with Comprehensive Correctional Care (3C) for $11,835,921 (L0480-26)
• Authorize $231,008.03 sole-source fire suppression services agreement with Siemens Industry, Inc. (L0481-26)
• Approve change order for Deer Haven Park trail paving, increasing total to $659,800.00 (L0518-26)
• Approve change order #5 for New Senior & Therapeutic Center, increasing contract to $17,206,172.98 (L0519-26)
• Authorize $451,710 Purchase of Service Agreement with Human Rights Commission for FY2027 (L0548-26)

The Urban County Council work session reviewed a docket of new business items, including the ratification of an emergency $11.8 million inmate medical and mental health services contract with Comprehensive Correctional Care (3C), following the previous provider's bankruptcy. The council also considered multiple contract authorizations, change orders, and service agreements, but no final votes were recorded in the minutes. The session included approval of the June 18, 2026 docket and a motion to place an animal control ordinance on the docket.

• Approved June 18, 2026 Council Meeting Docket (unanimous)
• Placed resolution for public plaza deeds on June 18 docket (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2026 Table of Motions (unanimous)
• Approved New Business items (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's appointments, donations, and procurements (unanimous)
• Approved Council Capital Projects for June 16, 2026 (unanimous)
• Placed animal control ordinance amendment on June 18 docket (unanimous)
• Referred e-bikes ordinance review to Social Services and Public Safety Committee (unanimous)

Budget, Finance & Economic Development (BFED) Committee

The Budget, Finance & Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss the May 2026 financial report and updates to the Infrastructure Funding Plan. The committee will also review a draft ordinance regarding infrastructure funding, a technology internship pilot program, and E911 fund revenue sources.

• Monthly Financial Update - May 2026
• Infrastructure Funding Plan Update and draft ordinance
• Technology Internship Pilot Program presentation
• E911 Fund revenue sources review

The BFED Committee reviewed the Infrastructure Funding Plan and a draft ordinance creating Chapter 28 (Privilege Fees for Public Infrastructure Improvements). The ordinance would allow developers or LFUCG to build shared infrastructure (sewers, roads, stormwater, trails) and be reimbursed through fees charged to non-participating property owners based on acreage. The committee discussed the plan and the draft ordinance but did not take a formal vote; the next step is to adopt the ordinance and move it to the full Council. Other items were informational presentations only.

• Approved March 24, 2026 committee summary (unanimous)
• Discussed Infrastructure Funding Plan and draft privilege fee ordinance; no vote taken
• Heard May 2026 financial update; no action
• Heard ARPA financial update; no action
• Heard Tech Internship Pilot Program presentation; no action
• Heard E911 Fund revenue sources presentation; no action
• Reviewed items referred; no changes made

Urban County Council

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget for the Downtown Lexington Management District (DLMD) and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include second readings of ordinances to change the Commission on Veterans' Affairs membership, propose charter amendments on council salaries and attendance, and first readings on Sister Cities Commission changes. The council will also vote on multiple resolutions for contracts, grants, and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing on DLMD FY27 budget
• Ordinance to change Commission on Veterans' Affairs membership
• Charter amendment to set council salary cap at $59,987 (ballot Nov 2026)
• Resolution for Axon body-worn cameras and tasers, $2,618,504.94 FY27
• Resolution for Palmer Engineering Versailles Rd design, $769,746

Urban County Council

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council will meet to discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including the Fiscal Year 2027 budget for the Downtown Lexington Management District. The agenda includes proposed charter amendments regarding council salaries, attendance standards, and the creation of a Charter Review Assembly, all of which would be placed on the November 3, 2026, ballot if approved. Additionally, the Council will consider various service contracts, grant applications, and personnel adjustments.

• Public hearing for the Downtown Lexington Management District FY 2027 budget
• Ordinance proposing a $59,987 annual salary cap for Council members starting in 2031
• Resolution for $769,746 for preliminary design services on the Versailles Rd. Improvement Project
• Resolution for $1,264,384.08 for Fayette County Courthouse facilities management services
• Resolution for $400,000 for housing stability services with Legal Aid of the Bluegrass

Environmental Quality & Public Works (EQPW) Committee

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee is scheduled to meet on June 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM in the Council Chamber. The committee will discuss updates regarding the Complete Streets Design Manual, Empower Lexington, and the Annual Stormwater Priority List.

• Complete Streets Design Manual Update
• Empower Lexington Update
• Annual Stormwater Priority List
• Approval of May 12, 2026 Environmental Quality and Public Works Committee Summary

The Environmental Quality & Public Works Committee approved the May 12, 2026 meeting summary and removed the Parking Citations During Winter Weather Emergencies item from its referral list. Members received informational updates on the Complete Streets Design Manual, Empower Lexington sustainability programs, the annual Stormwater Priority List, and the federal sewer Consent Decree. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved May 12, 2026 committee summary (unanimous)
• Removed Parking Citations During Winter Weather Emergencies from referred items (passed without dissent)

Urban County Council Work Session

The Urban County Council will consider a 2% salary increase for eligible classified and unclassified employees, including police and fire chiefs, effective June 29, 2026. The agenda also includes numerous contracts, grants, and program authorizations, plus a property purchase for the Water Quality headquarters and a proposed new fire station grant application.

• 2% salary increase for eligible employees, effective June 29, 2026
• Purchase of property at 130 West New Circle Road for $400,000
• Fire station grant application up to $12 million with 30% local match
• Contract with Commerce Lexington for $209,061.41
• Street name changes on Press Ave to Elizabeth St in 3rd District

The Urban County Council reviewed updates on the New Government Center project and approved a series of administrative and service-related items. Key actions included authorizing a new animal welfare ordinance, approving various workforce development agreements, and accepting state training incentive grants for police and fire personnel.

• Approved animal welfare ordinance amendments (0545-26)
• Authorized $400,000 property acquisition for Water Quality HQ (0477-26)
• Approved 2% salary increase for eligible employees (0496-26)
• Authorized $400,000 for workforce development training contracts (0523-26)
• Approved $3.89M fire training incentive grant (0524-26)
• Approved $4.02M police training incentive grant (0526-26)
• Authorized MOU for 'Towards Freedom' public plaza (0527-26)
• Increased procurement bid threshold to $50,000 (0510-26)

Social Services & Public Safety (SSPS) Committee

The Social Services & Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including an update on Global Lex, a bike lane ordinance from the STREET Task Force, and updates to the Animal Care & Control ordinance. The committee will also consider items referred to it and approve the meeting summary.

• Approval of June 9, 2026 committee summary
• Global Lex update
• STREET Task Force: Bike Lane Ordinance
• Animal Care & Control Ordinance Updates
• Items referred to committee

The Social Services & Public Safety Committee met on June 9, 2026, and approved the May 5, 2026 meeting summary. The committee received informational updates on Global Lex, the STREEET Task Force bike lane ordinance, and Animal Care & Control ordinance revisions, but took no action on these items. No substantive decisions were made beyond the summary approval.

• Approved May 5, 2026 committee meeting summary (motion passed without dissent)