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Approval of Amendment for Complete Streets Design Manual Project

Original title: Request Council authorization to execute Amendment No. 1 with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) for the Complete Streets Design Manual Project in the amount of $360,000. The cost to LFUCG is not to exceed $90,000. The amendment extends the peri

April 30, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The city will commit up to $90,000 in local funds toward a $360,000 total project budget to create design standards for local streets that accommodate all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

LFUCG taxpayers

Local funds up to $90,000 are allocated to this project.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet

The agency is a formal partner in the project agreement.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 30, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Urban County Council has approved an amendment to an existing agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for the development of a Design Manual. This amendment increases the project budget and extends the project timeline.

Key Facts

  • The Urban County Council approved Amendment No. 1 for the Complete Streets Design Manual Project.
  • The total project budget is set at $360,000.
  • The financial obligation for the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) is capped at $90,000.
  • The amendment extends the project period.
  • The resolution is filed under number 0268-26.
  • The resolution was introduced on March 24, 2026.

Why It Matters

The city will commit up to $90,000 in local funds toward a $360,000 total project budget to create design standards for local streets that accommodate all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'Complete Streets' project?
While not defined in the document, it refers to a design approach intended to make streets safe and accessible for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and transit riders.
How much will this cost local taxpayers?
The local government's contribution is capped at $90,000.

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Infrastructure Planning Extension

The project requires an amendment to extend the timeline, suggesting the original project scope or schedule was insufficient.

Kentucky Transportation CabinetLFUCG

Connected Entities

organizationLFUCG“Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government, the local entity responsible for the ”Map →
organizationKentucky Transportation Cabinet“State agency partnering with the city on the design project.”Map →

Sources

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