Lexington Now - September 21, 2026

This edition of Lexington Now, aired on September 21, 2026, featured the retirement announcement of Lexington Fire Chief Jason Wells, who has served over 31 years, including six as chief. The discussion highlighted significant procurement and capital investments under his leadership, including the addition of six new fire apparatuses this year, representing approximately $5 million in new equipment. These investments were part of efforts to enhance public safety and meet the demands of a growing city. The program also covered a new partnership with Citywise to support affordable housing through an innovative online platform, which includes a commitment to return 10% of revenue to local housing solutions. Additionally, a new bike lane ordinance was introduced to improve transportation safety, though no direct procurement actions were noted in that segment. Overall, the meeting emphasized recent procurement achievements in fire services and ongoing initiatives to support community housing and safety.