SB2724

AN ACT to amend Chapter 402 of the Acts of 1901; as amended and rewritten by Chapter 131 of the Private Acts of 2004; Chapter 119 of the Private Acts of 2006; Chapter 36 of the Private Acts of 2007; Chapter 12 of the Private Acts of 2023; and any other acts amendatory thereto, relative to the City of Lexington.

Complete·5/27/26

SB2724 amends the City of Lexington's charter to redefine the Mayor's role and duties.

SB2724 revises the City of Lexington's charter, specifically altering the Mayor's responsibilities. The Mayor is designated as the chief executive officer, overseeing all city affairs and requiring reports from officers and employees. The Mayor's duties include presiding over Board meetings, executing laws and contracts, recommending measures, calling special meetings, making appointments, and submitting annual budgets. The Mayor can suspend employees for misconduct, with appeals to the Board. The Mayor serves on all boards and committees, voting only to break ties.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

FLOOR VOTE: Motion to Adopt

31 Yea

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0 Nay

History

May 27

Comp. became Pr. Ch. 66

Apr 15

Senate

Companion House Bill substituted

Apr 13

Senate

Placed on Senate Local Calendar for 4/15/2026