Lexington Now - February 23, 2026

The Lexington Now meeting on February 23, 2026, focused primarily on environmental initiatives and community engagement programs in Lexington. Key highlights included the city's water quality monitoring program, which involves volunteers collecting samples from 63 sites across seven major watersheds to assess stream health and identify pollution sources such as E. coli contamination. The program emphasizes collaboration between city staff, volunteers, and the Town Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant lab, with quarterly sampling events and mandatory training sessions. Additionally, the Green Check program was discussed, recognizing local businesses and organizations for their sustainability efforts across various categories like energy efficiency, water conservation, and transportation. The program encourages continuous improvement and community participation. The meeting also previewed upcoming community events and public safety recruitment efforts but did not delve into specific procurement or contracting matters.