Fayette County voters will find an additional question at the end of their ballot this November. The question asks for permission to create a new tax for public parks.
The tax would create $8 million annually in dedicated funding for 400+ capital improvement projects in Lexington’s 100+ parks, according to Vote Yes For Parks , a group formed to back the tax.
“The parks funding ballot referendum is really critical for Lexington,” said David Lowe, who led the ballot initiative. “The easiest way to think about it is ballot referendum equals dedicated funding for parks.”
“This will enable investment in all corners of our city,” added Lowe. “Every park in our city will have the opportunity for funding.”
“[The tax] would deliver 8 million annually for parks improvements, really in every corner of the city,” Lowe continued. “That can be really powerful. Investment can make neighborhoods safer, bring new jobs to town, and, of course, improve the quality of life for residents here in Lexington.”