Lexington Fire Chief Ty Dickerson says a new truck will make rescues safer and quicker.
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City officials say they have no choice but to pay well above early estimates to upgrade Lexington’s antiquated water plants, costing residents more.
The Rockbridge County Board of Supervisors will continue to provide financial help to the Virginia Horse Center, but Lexington City Council has yet to decide whether it will do the same.
Lexington City Manager Jim Halasz submitted a proposal for contractors to develop the old VDOT land near Maury River Middle School.
The Lexington Fire Department is seeking tax-deductible contributions to fund its new $1.7 million ladder truck. The department is replacing its 24-year-old truck with one with a longer ladder and improved safety technology.
The proposed development plan would displace two nonprofits that serve the poor in Rockbridge County. The Rockbridge Area Relief Association and the Community Table have been located on the property for several years.
The hospitality industry in Lexington is still struggling, which also reduces tax revenue for the city.
The position opened last spring, when Noah Simon left to take another job in Texas.