Potential changes to Code Enforcement
On Tuesday, the Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee will hear an update on Code Enforcement from District Six Councilmember Denise Gray and Director of Code Enforcement Lee Steele.
An overview of street outreach services and a potential new position
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee, Homelessness Prevention Manager Jeff Heron will present a history of how Lexington has managed street outreach services to homeless individuals, as well as outlining a request for a new Encampment Manager Position in the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026 Budget.
Partners for Youth update to Council
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee, Council will hear a presentation on Partners for Youth from Executive Director Shanreka Shackelford.
Partners For Youth aims to promote positive youth development and prevent juvenile delinquency through college scholarships, grants for organizations that work with youth, youth development programs, and community collaborations.
Committee update from the Family Care Center
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee, Council will hear an update on the Family Care Center from the Director of Family Services, Sheila Horton-Holt.
Three Council Committees select new leadership
On Tuesday, January 13th, three Council Committees will vote on who their Chairs and Vice Chairs will be for the next Council term. The Chair of a Committee facilitates Committee meetings and sets meeting agendas. The Vice Chair serves in place of the Chair if the Chair is absent from a meeting.
How has the City supported Affordable Housing?
In November 12th’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee, Affordable Housing Manager Rick McQuady will present an overview of projects funded by the Affordable Housing Fund and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Juvenile Treatment Court Update
In today’s Social Services and Public Safety Committee meeting, Council will hear the annual Juvenile Treatment Court update from Program Coordinator Kivvi Figgs, Judge Melissa Moore Murphy, and Judge Lindsay Hughes Thurston.
Gun Violence Task Force recommendations advanced
Last Tuesday, members of the Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee advanced recommendations from the Gun Violence Task Force on how LFUCG should address gun violence in Lexington.
A Caring Place will discuss the village model of care
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee, Roxanne Chaney of A Caring Place will present an overview of the organization’s mission and work, alongside a request for funding from LFUCG.
Task Force will present recommendations on combatting gun violence in Lexington
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee, the Gun Violence Task Force will present revised recommendations on how they think LFUCG can address gun violence in Lexington.
Update from Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee Meeting, Homelessness Prevention Manager Jeff Heron will present the office’s annual update on their work.
Mental Health Court Diversion Update
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee meeting, Councilmembers will hear an update on the Lexington chapter of the National Association of Mental Illness (NAMI) Mental Health Court Diversion program.
Substance Abuse Intervention Programming Update
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety Committee, Substance Use Disorder Intervention Coordinator Carmen Combs Mark will present an update on the substance abuse intervention work in Lexington.
New Crime Victim Paid Leave Policy Passes Out of Committee
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety Committee meeting, Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Program Coordinator Stephanie Theakston will present a new Crime Victim Paid Leave policy for LFUCG employees.
Gun Violence Task Force Recommendations Discussed in Council Committee
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee, District 11 Councilmember Jennifer Reynolds will present new policy recommendations from the Gun Violence Task Force that aim to address gun violence in Lexington.
Humane Pet Sales Ordinance Advances Out of Committee
The Social Services and Public Safety Committee voted to move forward an ordinance banning the retail sale of cats and dogs in Lexington.
Community Paramedicine and Domestic Violence Coalition Present Updates to Council Committee
In March 5th’s Social Services and Public Safety Committee, Council will hear updates on the Community Paramedicine Program and work from the Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Coalition.
Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance Passes Out of Committee
Last Tuesday, the Social Services and Public Safety Committee passed a Source of Income (SOI) Discrimination ban ordinance. The Source of Income Discrimination Ordinance will be in Tuesday’s Council Work Session report out from the SSPS Committee.
Source of Income Discrimination Discussion Continues
In Tuesday’s Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee meeting, Councilmembers will continue discussion and likely vote on an ordinance banning Source of Income (SOI) Discrimination in Lexington.