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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lexington public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Dove Run / Tates Creek LexTran bus stop
A 12-month, $725,000 on-demand curb-to-curb transit pilot in the northwest part of town (Newtown Pike/Versailles Road area) was advanced.
Microtransit pilot with LexTran
The city is buying a $139,000 travel-data platform for Fayette and Jessamine counties, and the new LexTran Connect on-demand shuttle pilot just launched in northwest Lexington.
Road resurfacing outside urban service boundary
A $254,000 state grant would fund resurfacing of rural roads outside the urban service area, with the county chipping in $63,500.
Complete Streets Design Manual
The Environmental Quality and Public Works Committee reported a proposed $13 million FY27 paving program plus ADA and pothole improvements, and a complete streets design manual coming to council later this year.
Draft bike lane ordinance coming in June
After heavy community feedback, the Social Services and Public Safety Committee will develop an e-bike ordinance — an early but notable step toward regulating e-bikes on Lexington streets and trails.
Wyndham Hills Drive speed limit reduction
The speed limit on Wyndham Hills Drive between Claysmill Road and Winthrop Drive was set at 30 mph, with new signs to be installed.
ITS traffic grant
A $519,200 state grant for traffic signal and congestion improvements, with a $129,800 city match, funds signal re-timing, detection equipment and traffic data — a program running about 20 years.
Waller Avenue widening with UK
The city is paying up to $200,000 to partner with UK on widening Waller Avenue, adding wider sidewalks and bike lanes beyond what UK is required to build. Council Member Curtis questioned whether UK would prioritize pedestrian safety without the city's money.
Versailles Road safety improvements
Wilson Downing Intersection Improvements
Council accepted $933,600 in federal funds and the $688,040 low bid for the Wilson Downing intersection project.
Crosswalk signal timing study
A $150,000 consulting contract with WSP USA will review signalized crosswalk timing countywide, a Street Safety Task Force initiative.
Safe Routes to School grant application
The city was to apply for up to $400,000 in federal Safe Streets and Roads for All funds for a Safe Routes to School pilot, committing up to $100,000 in local match.
Volunteer snow and ice removal agreements
The city will be able to sign agreements letting HOAs and neighborhood associations plow their own streets, in exchange for a liability waiver. Members raised questions about contractor insurance, chemical treatments, and what happens if the job is done poorly.