The Lexington Urban County Council made significant strides in community support during its meeting on June 26, 2025, approving two key resolutions aimed at enhancing local services and public art initiatives.

The council unanimously passed a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a purchase and service agreement with the Hope Center for the Fayette County Detention Center Recovery Program. This agreement will provide daily recovery services to inmates from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with an estimated budget of $228,000 for the fiscal year 2026. This initiative is expected to play a crucial role in supporting the rehabilitation of individuals within the detention center, promoting recovery and reintegration into the community.

In addition, the council approved a resolution to execute an agreement with the Friends of Waverly Park for a public art project. This project, funded through the public art commission's collaborative grant program, will utilize $30,020 from the percent of art fund. The initiative aims to enhance the cultural landscape of Fayette County, fostering community engagement and appreciation for the arts.

Both resolutions reflect the council's commitment to improving community welfare and enriching the local environment. The successful passage of these measures underscores the council's proactive approach to addressing the needs of its residents and enhancing public spaces. As these projects move forward, they are expected to have a lasting positive impact on the community.