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Baybrook Road Shots Fired Arrest
One person has been arrested following a shots fired incident that occurred Saturday evening on Baybrook Road near Mt Tabor Road. On Saturday, August 9, 2025, around 10:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to Baybrook Road near Mt Tabor Road for a report of shots fired. When they arrived, they located a vehicle that had been…
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Council to set ad valorem tax rates for FY26
In August 12th’s Council Work Session, Councilmembers will set the ad valorem tax rates for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26). Ad valorem taxes are property taxes assessed on assets like homes and real estate, machinery, motor vehicles, boats, personal planes, or agricultural products. Fayette County’s ad valorem taxes are split between multiple entities. Fayette County…
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A presentation on the Mint Lane pump station
In Tuesday, August 12th’s Environmental Quality and Public Works (EQPW) Committee, Water Quality Director Charlie Martin will give a presentation on proposed improvements to the Mint Lane pump station. What’s a Pump Station? They are pieces of infrastructure that move storm and sewer water from homes, businesses, and other buildings to water and sewer…
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Council will vote on Ross Boggess’s nomination for the Board of Adjustment
This Thursday, August 14th at 5:30pm, Council will hold a Confirmation Hearing to vote on whether or not to appoint Ross Boggess to the Board of Adjustment. The Board of Adjustment makes special planning decisions in Lexington. They grant Conditional Use Permits, which are required for certain land-uses such as unhosted short-term rentals, drive-thrus…
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What could a street art program look like in Lexington?
In Tuesday, August 12th’s Environmental Quality and Public Works (EQPW) Committee meeting, Principal Planner Hannah Crepps will talk to Council about plans to create a new street art program in Lexington! 💼 Download the Presentation: You can review the presentation slides starting on page 22 of this packet. Many U.S. cities have been implementing…
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Operations scheduled for Madison County
Thermoplastic markings LEXINGTON, Ky. (Month XX, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that thermoplastic marking operations are scheduled for Madison County. Markings include stop bars, crosswalks and arrows. The markings improve reflectivity, and visibility which enhance safety. Flaggers will be onsite to guide and direct traffic. Motorists can pass through the work zones.…
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Traffic Advisory: Newtown Pike Blocked at Citation Boulevard in Lexington
Traffic Advisory: Newtown Pike Blocked at Citation Boulevard in Lexington Lines, signal down; intersection closed, detour until further notice LEXINGTON, Ky. (10:30 PM June 26, 2025) – Fallen utility lines have blocked parts of Newtown Pike (KY 922) and Citation Boulevard, and the north Lexington intersection is temporarily closed until further notice for the public’s…
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Traffic Advisory: All Lanes Now OPEN on Newtown Pike at Citation Boulevard in Lexington in Lexington
All detours have ceased from Thursday night closure LEXINGTON, Ky. (11 AM June 27, 2025) – All lanes of Newtown Pike (KY 922) and Citation Boulevard at the north Lexington intersection has reopened as of 11 a.m. Friday, June 27, following a temporary closure Thursday night after a storm brought down electric lines. Crews worked…
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Operations scheduled for New Circle Road/KY 4 in Fayette County
New Circle Road/KY 4 in Fayette County Routine bridge deck maintenance LEXINGTON, Ky. (Month XX, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of scheduled operations for New Circle Road/KY 4. The work is necessary for routine bridge deck repairs. Monday, August 11 – 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. New Circle Road/KY 4 –…
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Register now for 2025 Kentucky Water Resources Symposium
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 8, 2025) — The 2025 Kentucky Water Resources Annual Symposium will be Friday, Sept. 12, at Central Bank Center in Lexington. Hosted by the Kentucky Water Research Institute (KWRI), the day-long event will feature the latest in water research, practice and education. The symposium brings together researchers, personnel from local, state and federal agencies, students,…