2010 Growth Questionnaire
1. What is your vision for Lexington-Fayette County?
Blue Skies, Green Grass, Public Art, Historic Buildings and newer buildings (respecting the rhythm, design of surrounding communities) in our urban area (not concrete / asphalt jungle), ped / bike / family friendly. Small independent community business owned and shopped by a diverse citizenship valuing each other in one of the safest communities in Lex.
2. As a Councilmember, you will adopt the “Goals and Objectives” of the Comprehensive Plan—which governs land-use in Fayette County. Do you support an expansion of Urban Service Boundary during the next Comprehensive Plan Process?
No expansion – Want developers to continue to focus within existing boundaries for development to help cure some of Lexington’s blighted areas. Also support Central Sector and East End Small Area Plans with the development of a Community Development Corporation (CDC) to address problems and concerns unique to the North Side.
3. As a Councilmember, what will you do to ensure that the land bank authority is properly established? What should be the criteria for awarding parcels for infill-redevelopment projects and/or real estate deals?
First make sure property is not been taken from someone unjustly and try and help those that may be losing their homes or land. For instance, create a program that will allow homeowners to pay their property taxes monthly.
4. Will you support continuing funding of at least $2 million, annually, for the PDR program?
As a full time representative I will have time to research this more when in office.
5. As a Councilmember, how will you address Lexington’s affordable housing needs?
First work with current housing to assist in offering quality and affordable housing. Then look to new infill and development while respecting existing community and historic designs.
6. As a Councilmember, would you change the LFUCG Divisions of Planning, Building Inspection, & Code Enforcement? If so, how?
As a full time representative I will have time to research this more when in office.
7. As a Councilmember, how will you handle CentrePointe and similar development projects moving forward? How will you implement the Downtown Master Plan and its recommendations?
Recommend and support a design committee.
8. As a Councilmember, how do you propose addressing—in the long term—the student housing issues in Lexington’s established neighborhoods? How should LFUCG incentivize infill in the Urban Service Boundary, while protecting the character of established neighborhoods?
First survey UK, students and community on housing issues before drawing up any plans. Student housing can be met while respecting the community.
9. Fayette County agri-business and agri-tourism generate over $3 billion for the regional economy each year. As a Councilmember, how will you promote these signature industries?
As a full time representative I will have time to research this more when in office.
