Lexington Council Balances Solar and Farmland | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Lexington’s Urban County Council just wrapped up a pivotal meeting packed with big decisions — from boldly expanding solar energy on farmland (with strict limits: max 1% of land, agriculture must still thrive, and rainwater runoff plans required) to approving critical budget tweaks and new employee benefits like security roles and sick leave. The Planning Commission even flipped its stance against large solar projects in agricultural zones, sparking heated debate. All while funding essential services like health and soil conservation, the council is balancing clean energy ambitions with…