Herbert Lynn

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for Lexington Council At Large

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Herbert

Lynn

for Lexington Council

At Large

My Policies for a More Livable Lexington

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Affordable Housing

Housing costs in Lexington are out of control. Since 2019, rent has increased by about 47% and buying a house is now around 63% more expensive. Meanwhile, our paychecks have barely kept up with inflation. For many Lexingtonians, the dream of home ownership is slipping further and further out of reach.

To combat this trend, I will:

Reform zoning laws to allow for denser and more affordable housing in Lexington.
Empower local tenants and tenant unions to fight for lower rents, better conditions, and a more dignified relationship with their landlords.
Support and advocate for affordable and socialized housing developments in our city.

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Combat Rising Energy Costs

Energy costs in Lexington have skyrocketed over the last few years. LG&E and KU continue to hike their rates beyond what their operation costs require, leaving working people with less money in their pockets.

To that end, I will fight to:

Create a Public Power Utility, owned by and accountable to the people of Lexington, not a giant corporation. If LG&E-KU cannot provide affordable energy, it is time to take back our energy infrastructure.

Outlaw the construction of massive data centers in our county, which cause pollution and drive up energy prices.
Allow Lexingtonians the freedom to install renewable energy systems by removing the solar cap on agricultural land.

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Help to Solve the Homelessness Crisis

As housing prices soar and wages stagnate, more Lexingtonians face eviction, foreclosure, and homelessness. Due to this trend, our city’s homeless population has exploded. About half of all homeless people in the US have a job, but they cannot afford rent. As a community, we can do better to serve everyone who calls Lexington home. The half-measures and band-aid policies that exist now are not enough to solve this crisis.

To serve our homeless community, I will:

Vote to build the first permanent homeless shelter in Lexington, so our homeless neighbors don’t have to rely on part-time shelters and extended stay hotels.

Increase funding and material support to Lexington’s Community Response team, which specializes in mental health and addiction assistance.

Enforce Lexington’s Housing-First Policy. The city council has already passed housing-first legislation, but there has been little effort to implement it. It’s time to change that.

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Want to help us build a more livable Lexington? Donate to Herbert Here!

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Lynn

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Herbert Lynn for A livable Lexington ✶

My Policies for a More Livable Lexington

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Affordable Housing

Housing costs in Lexington are out of control. Since 2019, rent has increased by about 47% and buying a house is now around 63% more expensive. Meanwhile, our paychecks have barely kept up with inflation. For many Lexingtonians, the dream of home ownership is slipping further and further out of reach.

To combat this trend, I will:

Reform zoning laws to allow for denser and more affordable housing in Lexington.
Empower local tenants and tenant unions to fight for lower rents, better conditions, and a more dignified relationship with their landlords.
Support and advocate for affordable and socialized housing developments in our city.

Combat Rising Energy Costs

Energy costs in Lexington have skyrocketed over the last few years. LG&E and KU continue to hike their rates beyond what their operation costs require, leaving working people with less money in their pockets.

To that end, I will fight to:

Create a Public Power Utility, owned by and accountable to the people of Lexington, not a giant corporation. If LG&E-KU cannot provide affordable energy, it is time to take back our energy infrastructure.

Outlaw the construction of massive data centers in our county, which cause pollution and drive up energy prices.
Allow Lexingtonians the freedom to install renewable energy systems by removing the solar cap on agricultural land.

Light blue lightning bolt icon on a black background.

Help to Solve the Homelessness Crisis

As housing prices soar and wages stagnate, more Lexingtonians face eviction, foreclosure, and homelessness. Due to this trend, our city’s homeless population has exploded. About half of all homeless people in the US have a job, but they cannot afford rent. As a community, we can do better to serve everyone who calls Lexington home. The half-measures and band-aid policies that exist now are not enough to solve this crisis.

To serve our homeless community, I will:

Vote to build the first permanent homeless shelter in Lexington, so our homeless neighbors don’t have to rely on part-time shelters and extended stay hotels.

Increase funding and material support to Lexington’s Community Response team, which specializes in mental health and addiction assistance.

Enforce Lexington’s Housing-First Policy. The city council has already passed housing-first legislation, but there has been little effort to implement it. It’s time to change that.

Want to help us build a more livable Lexington? Donate to Herbert Here!

Herbert

Lynn

for

A

livable

Lexington

✶

Herbert Lynn for A livable Lexington ✶

Working Class People in Fayette County Deserve a Seat at the Table. Herbert Plans To Deliver Exactly That.

Herbert Lynn is your candidate for City Councilman at Large, representing all of Lexington and Fayette County on the City Council. His highest priority is bringing costs down for all of us. He knows the fear that comes from struggling to pay the rent. He’s not a wealthy candidate trying to buy an election. He is an organizer and a worker. Lexington needs more regular folks making our voices heard on the City Council. Vote for Herbert on Tuesday, May 19th!

Learn more about Herbert here!

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Herbert Lynn is your candidate for City Councilman at Large, representing all of Lexington and Fayette County on the City Council. His highest priority is bringing costs down for all of us. He knows the fear that comes from struggling to pay the rent. He’s not a wealthy candidate trying to buy an election. He is an organizer and a worker. Lexington needs more regular folks making our voices heard on the City Council. Vote for Herbert on Tuesday, May 19th!

Learn more about Herbert here!