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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lexington public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Street racing ordinance and code enforcement review (committee report)
The Social Services and Public Safety Committee reviewed a proposed street racing ordinance with civil penalties and vehicle impoundment, plus a code enforcement equity review. No action was taken yet.
Mental health services for first responders
The council advanced two contracts aimed at people in crisis: $77,221 for The Champion Therapy Center to support 911 callers in crisis, and $50,000 for a full-time embedded mental health clinician for firefighters and 911 dispatchers.