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Lexington-Fayette Urban County 

Government

Recovery Plan 

Performance Report

State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds

2021 Report

Reporting Period: March 2021 – July 2021
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Lexington Fayette Urban County Government

2021 Recovery Plan Performance Report

Table of Contents

General Overview......................................................................................................................2

Executive Summary ................................................................................................................2

Uses of Funds ........................................................................................................................3

Promoting Equitable Outcomes ..............................................................................................6

Community Engagement ........................................................................................................8

Table of Expenses by Expenditure Category ..........................................................................9

Appendix 1: ARPA Project Inventory .............................................................................10 - 66
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GENERAL OVERVIEW

Executive Summary 

On March 11, 2021, The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was signed into law, providing the 

Lexington Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) funding in the amount of $121,178,058

as part of the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF). This funding was awarded to 

states and local government agencies in an effort to curb the varying impacts created by the 

economic decline and other effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

LFUCG is committed to investing SLFRF funds in a manner that ensures growth and equitable 

recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic for those residents affected. While much of the funding 

has not yet been obligated, the Mayor and LFUCG Urban County Council have outlined an 

approach to ensure these goals are met.

LFUCG Priorities and Principles

• Highest Priority 

Projects that have a direct impact on 

vulnerable populations and those 

impacted the most by the pandemic

• Budget Related Principles

One-time projects that entail no 

ongoing costs

Projects that produce savings or 

increased revenue in the future

• Additional Principles

Projects that lead to economic 

opportunity

Projects that make an impact on our 

physical infrastructure

Projects that make an impact on our 

social infrastructure

LFUCG Funding Categories and Types of Allowable Projects

Funding requests will be considered in the following categories:

• Community health, wellness and quality of life

• Critical city services, employee retention and facilities

• Economic recovery and growth

• Equity-focused services and partnerships

• Growing successful neighborhoods

• Harm prevention and public safety

Figure 1: The Mayor and Vice Mayor, along with members of 

the Urban County Council, jointly present ARPA priorities and 

principles during a press conference
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Uses of Funds

As suggested by Treasury Guidance, LFUCG intends to obligate the vast majority of SLFRF 

funding after July 31, 2021. This timeline allows for thoughtful consideration of spending 

priorities by the Mayor and Council, and provides sufficient time for community engagement to 

occur. Additional information about LFUCG’s community engagement efforts is included in this 

document. 

The FY2022 LFUCG Adopted Budget assigned $7,785,5001

* in SLFRF funds for eligible 

projects, as identified through early American Rescue Plan Act guidance. These funds were 

assigned in an effort to fully fund critical capital investments as well as funding partnerships that 

provide services in areas, or to populations, greatly impacted by COVID-19. These funds were 

assigned early in our ARPA process as a necessary balancing measure for the FY2022 

Adopted Budget.

Figure 2: LFUCG FY22 Adopted Budget, page vi

 1 The FY2022 LFUCG Adopted Budget includes $7,991,230 in obligated ARPA funds; however, $205,730 was adjusted to a nonARPA funding source at a later meeting of the LFUCG Mayor and Council
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Projects funded through the FY2022 Adopted Budget are allocated into four distinct categories:

1) Housing Assistance

• Aligns with Expenditure Category 3: Services to Disproportionately Impacted 

Communities

2) Non-Profit Assistance

• Aligns with Expenditure Category 2: Negative Economic Impacts and 

Expenditure Category 3: Services to Disproportionately Impacted Communities

3) Access to Quality Greenspace for Disadvantaged Communities

• Aligns with Expenditures Category 3: Services to Disproportionately Impacted 

Communities

4) Neighborhood Recreation Improvements Delayed due to COVID Economic Impacts

• Aligns with Expenditure Category 6: Revenue Replacement

As of July 31, 2021, $7,785,500 in ARPA funding has been budgeted, with $ 84,100 obligated2

and $56,284 expended. The list of projects funded through the FY2022 Adopted Budget and 

their expenditure category are listed on the following page. 

 2 For purposes of reporting in the SLFRF portal, an obligation is an order placed for property and services, contracts and subawards 

made, and similar transactions that require payment.
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Figure 3: Obligated ARPA SLFRF Projects

Eligibility Category Project Name Budgeted Obligated Expended

1.05 Personal Protective Equipment Personal Protective Equipment $ 225,000.00

1.10 Mental Health Services NAMI - Mental Health Court Funding $ 170,000.00

2.02 Household Assistance: Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Aid Emergency Financial Assistance for Residents $ 200,000.00 $ 577.59

2.02 Household Assistance: Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Aid Recovery Supportive Living Assistance (RSLA) $ 60,000.00 $ 18,800.00

2.07 Job Training Assistance Workforce Development Grants to Service Partners $ 200,000.00

2.10 Aid to Nonprofit Organizations Explorium of Lexington - Children's Museum Assistance $ 125,000.00

2.10 Aid to Nonprofit Organizations LexArts Nonprofit Services Contract $ 325,000.00

2.10 Aid to Nonprofit Organizations Lyric Theater Assistance $ 127,500.00

2.11 Aid to Tourism, Travel, or Hospitality Ecton Park Improvements - Concession/Restroom Facilities for Local Users and Tournaments $ 300,000.00

2.11 Aid to Tourism, Travel, or Hospitality Lakeside Irrigation Replacement $ 1,300,000.00

3.10 Housing Support: Affordable Housing Shropshire Affordable Housing Project Site Improvements $ 750,000.00

3.11 Housing Support: Services for Unhoused Persons Homelessness Allocation $ 750,000.00 $ 36,906.00

3.12 Housing Support: Other Housing Assistance Code Enforcement Grants for Low-Income Residents $ 200,000.00

3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other Access to Quality Green Space for Disadvantaged Population - ADA Improvements at Parks for Inclusivity $ 125,000.00

3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Douglas Park - Pool Improvements $ 175,000.00

3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Mary Todd Park Improvements - Basketball Court $ 118,000.00

3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Northeastern Park Improvements - Playground $ 250,000.00

3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Phoenix Park - Inclusive Use and Development Study $ 150,000.00

3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Pine Meadows Park - Playground and Park Improvements $ 150,000.00

3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - River Hill Park Improvements - Sports Courts $ 165,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Economic Development Grants to Service Partners $ 300,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Berry Hill Park Improvements - Basketball Court $ 175,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Buckhorn Park Improvements - Phase II Improvements $ 45,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Dogwood Park Improvements - Basketball Court $ 95,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Gardenside Park Improvements - Playground $ 150,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Masterson Station Park Improvements - Playground $ 150,000.00 $ 84,100.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Meadowthorpe Park Improvements - Roof Repair $ 80,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Raven Run Park Improvements - Prather House Roof Repair $ 50,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Shilito Park Improvements - Access Improvement - Parking Lot C $ 400,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Southland Park Improvements - Access Improvement - Parking $ 100,000.00

6.01 Provision of Government Services Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Woodland Park Improvements - Restroom Facilities $ 375,000.00

TOTAL $ 7,785,500.00 $ 84,100.00 $ 56,283.59

LFUCG - OBLIGATED ARPA SLFRF PROJECTS

Through July 31, 2021
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Promoting equitable outcomes 

LFUCG is committed to promoting equitable outcomes in all government services, not only 

those provided through the use of ARPA dollars. In June 2020, LFUCG Mayor Linda Gorton 

created the Mayor’s Commission for Racial Justice & Equality. This group was tasked with a 

determined and defined purpose: To assemble diverse community members to listen, discuss, 

and create empowering solutions that dismantle systemic racism in Fayette County. This 

commission, through the work of five subcommittees, issued a report in October 2020 that 

outlined recommendations in five broad categories: Education and Economic Opportunity; 

Housing and Gentrification; Health Disparities; Law Enforcement, Justice, and Accountability; 

and Racial Equity. A six-month progress report was issued in April 2021 outlining action taken 

by LFUCG towards meeting the recommendations of the report. The report notes that the 

Mayor and Council approved over $2 million in the FY2022 Operating Budget dedicated towards 

the goals and recommended outcomes of the report. While current funding and that allocated in 

the previous budget provided a head start towards meeting the goals and recommendations of 

the report, the award of ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds provides an opportunity 

to address these recommendations in a manner that is potentially transformative for the 

community.

Several Mayor’s Commission for Racial Justice and Equality Report projects are currently 

underway, with funding assigned through the FY2021 Operating Budget, FY2022 Operating 

Budget, and initial ARPA funding allocations. These include, but are not limited to:

• Locally-funded Eviction Assistance Program

• Disparity Study 

• Purchase of body-worn cameras for all officers

• Purchase of automatic recording mechanisms for police body-worn cameras

• Addition of five Neighborhood Resource Officers and one Sergeant in the Division of 

Police

• Diversity and Inclusion training for all City employees

• Increased minority recruiting efforts

• Increased allocation to Affordable Housing Trust Fund by $1 million

(historical annual allocation - $2 million)

• Creation of Department of Housing Advocacy and Community Development

• Addition of Code Enforcement Grant Program to homeowners experiencing low-income 

• WORK-Lexington workforce resource center located at Charles Young Center

Figure 4: The Mayor's Commission Report on Racial Justice and Equality and progress updates are available on the LFUCG website
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In an effort to ensure equitable spending and 

outcomes of ARPA funding, LFUCG has evaluated 

each project to determine if the project will be 

completed within or a primary service will be 

provided to a Qualified Census Tract (QCT), or if 

the project or service will be provided to a 

population that is assumed to have been affected 

negatively by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

QCTs are a common, readily accessible, and 

geographically granular method of identifying 

communities with a large proportion of residents 

experiencing low-income. LFUCG is committed to 

monitoring the proportion of funds dedicated to 

these areas as an initial indicator of equitable 

spending. While QCTs are not all-inclusive of 

community needs, monitoring and tracking funding 

dedicated in these areas allows for an efficient 

implementation of spending while identifying areas 

of need at a highly localized level.

The Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Interim Final Rule acknowledges that 

some populations are assumed to be negatively impacted, either through negative impacts to 

health or economy, or through the exacerbation of pre-existing disparities. Certain industries 

are assumed to be negatively impacted, including tourism, travel, and hospitality, as well as 

non-profits and small businesses. Additionally, the SLFRF Interim Final Rule states that certain 

populations are assumed to be negatively impacted by the pandemic, including low and poverty

level households, racial and ethnic minorities, adult residents with low educational attainment, 

and those experiencing mental health or substance abuse challenges, among others. 

Of the $7.8 million in ARPA funds 

obligated prior to July 31, 2021, 

48% of funds, or $3.7 million, have 

been dedicated to QCTs or 

negatively impacted populations. 

The remaining funds have been 

dedicated towards parks and 

recreation projects, economic 

development, personal protective 

equipment, and service agreements 

with non-profit partners.

Figure 5: Qualified Census Tracts in the Lexington Area

Equitable Spending

Obligated ARPA Funding

Qualified Census Tracts Negatively Impacted Populations

General Government Services Other

Figure 6: Equitable Spending Pie Chart
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Community Engagement 

ARPA will allow LFUCG to invest an unprecedented amount of funding into the community. It is 

of the utmost importance that the priorities of the community are considered in the allocation of 

the funds. To ensure that citizens have the opportunity to make their priorities known, LFUCG 

has embarked upon a three-prong approach to capturing community needs:

Through this process, LFUCG received more than 3,200 survey responses, 970 project ideas, 

and heard from numerous citizens at community meetings. Community meetings were 

concluded on Friday, August 27th and all data received from this intensive community 

engagement phase in in review and will be reported during the next annual report. As data is 

analyzed, these responses will be key points of consideration during the assignment of all 

remaining ARPA funds.

Additionally, LFUCG created a standard email address that could be used to submit questions, 

comments and suggestions. The account arpa@lexingtonky.gov will continue to be monitored 

throughout the funding process.

During the months of August, September, and October 2021, the LFUCG Urban County Council 

will consider the project priorities submitted by the public, and will fund projects of great 

community need and interest. Projects from the public will be considered for funding alongside 

projects submitted for consideration by the Mayor and Administration, Councilmembers, and 

community groups.

•Community meetings were held across the City from July 8 through the month of 

August 2021. These meetings were hosted by the Mayor, Council Members, and 

grassroots community groups to offer opportunities for comment and questions about 

ARPA funding. To ensure access during the rise of the COVID Delta variant, some 

meetings were held virtually.

Community Meetings

• A survey was made available online and in print to gather rankings and 

preferred project types within the Mayor and Council's Priorities and 

Principles. These surveys were available in English, Arabic, Spanish, 

French, Japanese, Mandarin, Swaili, Nepali, and Kinyarwandan to ensure 

access to members of our community in their preferred language.

Community Survey

• Project ideas were solicited from the public on Project Idea Forms. 

These forms were made available online and in print to allow community 

members the opportunity to describe their ideal use of ARPA funds. Like 

the community survey, this form was made available in multiple 

languages.

Project Idea Forms
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Table of Expenses by Expenditure Category

This table represents actual expenditures made from grant receipt through July 31, 2021 by 

Expenditure Category, and is not representative of all funding obligated or received. Please see 

the Uses of Funds section for a list of all funds budgeted or obligated through July 31, 2021.

Category Cumulative

expenditures to 

date ($)

Amount spent 

since last 

Recovery Plan

1 Expenditure Category: Public Health

2 Expenditure Category: Negative Economic 

Impacts

2.2 Household Assistance: Rent, Mortgage, and 

Utility Aid 

$19,377.59 $19,377.59

3 Expenditure Category: Services to 

Disproportionately Impacted Communities

3.11 Housing Support: Services for Unhoused 

Persons

$36,906.00 $36,906.00

4 Expenditure Category: Premium Pay

5 Expenditure Category: Infrastructure

6 Expenditure Category: Revenue Replacement

7 Administrative and Other

A complete list of all eligible expenditure categories and additional criteria for funding can be 

found on the official website of the US Department of the Treasury at www.treasury.gov .
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Appendix 1: 

ARPA 

Project 

Inventory
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Project AR_PPE 2022: Personal Protective Equipment

Project Funding: $225,000

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 1.05 Personal Protective Equipment

Evidence Based Funding Total: $225,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

These funds will be used to purchase Personal Protective Equipment, including but not 

limited to masks and gloves, for use in LFUCG facilities, during LFUCG functions, or by 

LFUCG employees. These items will be provided to the public, as needed, during public 

meetings, and will be available to public safety employees or those within our public safety 

facilities, including police, fire protection, emergency services, and community corrections 

functions. 

Prior to the pandemic, a limited number of LFUCG employees used PPE during the course 

of providing public services. The need for PPE has increased drastically during 2020 and 

2021, as items like masks and gloves are now commonplace. As our need for these items 

has increased, the cost has increased likewise. 

Use of Evidence

There are multiple sources of evidence concerning the effectiveness of mask wearing and 

other PPE use against COVID-19.

Reported data, including the Fitted Filtration Efficiency (FFE) of various masking devices,

including the surgical mask used most often by LFUCG, has been published by the EPA 

and can be found at https://www.epa.gov/sciencematters/epa-researchers-testeffectiveness-face-masks-disinfection-methods-against-covid-19

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Number of masks purchased 0

Number of gloves purchased 0
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Project AR_NAMI_2022: NAMI – Mental Health Court Funding

Project Funding: $170,000

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 1.10 Mental Health Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $170,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $170,000

Project overview

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Lexington is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization 

that provides assistance to families, caregivers and individuals whose life experience 

includes living with a serious and persistent mental illness. NAMI Lexington directly serves 

central Kentucky and partners to serve communities across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. 

They offer free advocacy, education, outreach and support programs and special events 

designed to raise community awareness and reduce stigma around mental health issues. 

Guests of NAMI encounter passionate “lived experience” wisdom in a welcoming 

environment. ARPA funding will support the Mental Health Court overseen by NAMI.

Use of Evidence

NAMI National programs and presentations are developed by experienced professionals 

using the best available scientific and clinical information and teaching models. Many of their

programs and presentations have been offered for decades in communities across the 

country.

NAMI actively works with researchers to conduct studies on programs and presentations to 

measure their effectiveness. Based on the results of these studies, they can designate a 

program as an Evidence-Based Practice (EBP). On this page, you can find results from 

these studies as well as information about ongoing studies of their programs.

NAMI’s Evidence-Based Programs 

A NAMI program or presentation is designated as an Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) when 

it has been studied by an external researcher and the results of the study are published in a 

peer-reviewed journal. Four of NAMI’s programs are currently designated as EBPs – three 

of which are offered by NAMI Lexington.

NAMI Basics, the education program for parents and other caregivers of children and 

adolescents with mental health conditions, was shown to support improvement in self-care, 

empowerment and family communication in a study led by Dr. Barbara Burns and Dr. 

Kimberly Hoagwood. An additional study is underway at the University of Texas at Austin 

using a randomized control trial. The study is being led by Dr. Sarah Kate Bearman and Dr. 

Molly Lopez.
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NAMI Family-to-Family is a class for families, significant others and friends of people with 

mental health conditions. A control group study led by the University of Maryland’s Dr. Lisa 

Dixon and Dr. Alicia Lucksted found that family members who completed the program 

demonstrated improvements in coping skills, problem-solving skills and feelings of 

empowerment.

NAMI Ending the Silence, a presentation for middle and high school students, was shown to 

improve student knowledge and attitudes about mental health conditions in a study

conducted by Dr. Otto Wahl of the University of Hartford in 2018. A further study by Joseph 

DeLuca at CUNY showed significant improvement in student knowledge and a reduction in 

negative stereotypes, as well as an increased willingness to seek help for mental health 

concerns.

Further information regarding the studies cited by NAMI can be found on their website: 

https://nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Research/Research-on-NAMI-Programs

Results First Clearinghouse Findings
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Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Number of staff positions retained 0

Number of individuals supported 0

Number of classes supported 0
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Project AR_EFA_2022: Emergency Financial Assistance

Project Funding: $200,000

Total Expenditures: $577.59

Project Expenditure Category: 2.2 Household Assistance: Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Aid

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $200,000

Project overview

The Emergency Financial Assistance (EFA) program is designed to mitigate the acute threat 

of housing insecurity posed by a resident’s imminent eviction and/or utility service 

interruption due to a short term financial crisis. The assistance can be used for rent, 

mortgage and/or utilities. EFA is an on-going assistance program for residents of Fayette 

County that can be utilized every 3 years. Eligibility counselors process referrals to maintain 

housing stability for residents. This program is partnered through the Lexington Fayette 

Urban County Government.

Performance Report

Mandatory Standard Performance Measures

Number of people or households receiving eviction 

prevention services (including legal representation)

48

Number of affordable housing units preserved or 

developed

0

Additional Performance Measures

Number of households receiving financial assistance 3
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Project AR_RSLA_2022: Recovery Supportive Living Assistance

Project Funding: $60,000

Total Expenditures: $18,800.00

Project Expenditure Category: 2.2 Household Assistance: Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Aid

Evidence Based Funding Total: $60,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $60,000

Project overview

LFUCG developed the Recovery Supportive Living Assistance (RSLA) Program in October 

2020 in response to the growing number of individuals in early recovery from substance use 

disorder who were experiencing a financial barrier to entering or continuing in a recovery 

housing program. The COVID-19 pandemic was hitting the individuals with substance use 

disorder or in early recovery from substance use disorder very hard. Many individuals in 

early recovery obtain employment in the hospitality industry, an industry that was devastated

by COVID-19. 

Jobs were lost temporarily or permanently with very little warning. Hospitality jobs that were 

traditionally relatively easy to obtain for an individual in early recovery were scarce. 

Although it typically took two weeks or less to secure employment upon admission to a 

recovery residence, in many cases it was taking much longer to secure initial employment or 

find another job if the first was lost due to the pandemic. It was not uncommon for everyone 

living in a recovery residence to miss weeks of work due to COVID-19 infection or exposure. 

Entering a recovery residence provides the support and structure crucial to recover from 

substance use disorder. It provides a balance of drug-free support, accountability to peers 

and an opportunity to live in a safe, affordable, sober environment at a critical time in a 

person’s recovery journey. RSLA provides up to $400.00 to in assistance to individuals 

continuing in or entering a recovery residence. Typically, recovery residences charge 

between $100 and $125.00 per week. This fee includes a bedroom, shared access to 

common areas (kitchen, bathroom, family room, etc.) and utilities. While each residence has 

its own guidelines, most include a minimum number of mutual support meetings per week, 

random drug testing, house meetings and alternating chores. These funds help cover 

expenses while the individual is seeking employment, which has created a challenge for 

many during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Impact on the Community

Untreated substance use disorder, overdoses and overdose fatalities are public health 

concerns that have devastating impacts on the community, families and individuals. When 

overdose rates decline and individuals have access to recovery support, the financial costs 

to a community (public safety, medical, social services, etc.) decrease and the devastating 

psychosocial impacts on families decrease, as well (incarceration, absent parent, parent 

death, poverty, underemployment, exploitation, housing instability, etc.). RSLA addresses a 

gap in services in the substance use disorder service continuum at a crucial time as the 
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community processes the devastating impact of COVID-19 on individuals with substance 

use disorder and their families. 

Program Overview

Individuals entering or continuing in a recovery residence who are experiencing a financial 

barrier are eligible to apply for assistance from the RSLA Program,

A completed RSLA application and a program agreement signed by the applicant and a 

representative from the recovery residence must be submitted in order to be considered for 

assistance,

An individual is eligible to receive up to $400.00 in assistance. This typically covers 3-4 

weeks in a recovery residence. During this time, an individual must seek employment in 

order to continue in the recovery residence, and;

Payment is made to the owner/operator of the residence (the owner/operator must register 

as a vendor with LFUCG and acknowledge that it may take up to 30 days to receive 

payment).

More than two dozen recovery residences throughout the community have partnered with 

LFUCG to help ensure individuals have the chance to enter or continue in a recovery 

residence and gain the tools necessary

Use of Evidence 

Recovery Housing: Best Practices and Suggested Guidelines, Substance Abuse and 

Mental Health Services Administration

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/housing-best-practices-100819.pdf

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

“SAMHSA strongly believes in the use of recovery housing as a key strategy to assist 

individuals living with substance use disorder in achieving and maintaining recovery. 

Providing individuals with a safe and stable place to live can potentially be the foundation for 

a lifetime of recovery. It is critical that these houses function with sound operating 

procedures which center on a safe, sober living environment in which individuals can gain 

access to community supports and therapeutic services to advance their recovery”.

Recovery Residence Quality Standards

https://narronline.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/National-Recovery-Residence-QualityStandards-Oct-7-2015.pdf

National Alliance for Recovery Residences

“Recovery residences provide a spectrum of living environments that are free from alcohol 

and illicit drug use with a focus on peer support and connection to other recovery services 

and supports. All recovery residences are founded on Social Model Recovery Philosophy 

and have existed in the United States since at least the mid-1800s”.
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Recovery: The Many Paths to Wellness, The Surgeon General’s Report on Alcohol, Drugs 

and Health (Chapter 5)

https://addiction.surgeongeneral.gov/sites/default/files/chapter-5-recovery.pdf

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

“Taken together, these studies provide promising evidence to suggest that recoverysupportive housing can be both cost-effective and effective in supporting recovery.”

Performance Report

Mandatory Standard Performance Measures

Number of people or households receiving eviction 

prevention services (including legal representation)

0

Number of affordable housing units preserved or 

developed

0

Additional Performance Measures

Number of individuals entering or continuing recovery 

housing

130
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Project AR_XXXX_2022: Workforce Development Grants to Services Partners

Project Funding: $200,000

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 2.7 Job Training Assistance

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $200,000

Project overview

$200,000 in ARPA dollars will be made available to partner agencies located in Lexington to 

provide residents with job training and job placement services, or to provide short-term 

training leading to a recognized certification or licensure. Service agreement awards are 

based on scoring criteria. Service agreement dollars are distributed based on performance 

goals outlined by the agencies in their application.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Number of individuals receiving workforce training 0

Number of individuals placed into employment 0

Number of individuals unemployed or underemployed 

at time of enrollment

0

Number of individuals receiving a recognized 

certification or license

0

Average hourly wages of individuals placed into 

employment

0

Average hours worked per week 0
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Project AR_EXPLOR_2022: Explorium of Lexington – Children’s Museum Assistance

Project Funding: $125,000

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 2.10 Aid to Nonprofits

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $125,000

Project overview

Explorium of Lexington is a non-profit children’s museum with hand-on exhibits that are fun

and educational. It is the only children’s museum located in Fayette County. The museum 

strives to be a warm, friendly place where families come to learn and play together, and is a 

dedicated partner and resource for teachers. Their programs vary from toddler and 

preschool programs to guided art experiences to special programs exploring key subject 

areas. The Explorium relied on earned and contributed revenue sources for funding. 

During COVID, the museum experienced significant revenue loss due to museum closures 

as well as lost revenue from parties, field trips, off-site programming, on-site store, and 

rental loss. For the 12 months from April 2020-March 2021, the Explorium’s earned income 

was reduced by 80%.

Recognizing the importance of this non-profit to the goals of LFUCG, and with the 

understanding that that COVID-19 created significant financial hardships within the nonprofit community, ARPA funding has been obligated to pay benefit costs, costs to retain 

employees, rent, utility costs, and operating costs of the organization.

The Explorium Children’s Museum is located within a Qualified Census Tract. The 

Explorium also serves as a resource for elementary teachers of Fayette County Public 

Schools, where 26 of 37 elementary schools receive Title I funds for school-wide programs.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Operational Days Supported 0

Staff Retention Supported (# Employees) 0
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Project AR_LEXARTS_2022: LexArts Nonprofit Services Contract

Project Funding: $325,000

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 2.10 Aid to Nonprofits

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

LexArts is a nonprofit in Lexington, Kentucky that focuses on cultural development and 

advocacy. The organization’s premier program is an annual arts grant that helps over 50 

regional artists and organizations build infrastructure to provide artistic and cultural 

programming throughout the Lexington community. 

Recognizing the importance of this non-profit to the goals of LFUCG, and with the 

understanding that that COVID-19 created significant financial hardships within the nonprofit community, ARPA funding has been obligated to pay benefit costs, costs to retain 

employees, rent, utility costs, and operating costs of the organization.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Operational Days Supported 0

Staff Retention Supported (# Employees) 0
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Project AR_LYRIC_2022: Lyric Theater Assistance

Project Funding: $127,500

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 2.10 Aid to Nonprofits

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $127,500

Project overview

The Lyric is a theater of historical significance, originally built as a movie house in 1948. 

The theater was a thriving entertainment centerpiece for Lexington’s African-American 

families through 1963, but after closing was dormant for nearly 50 years. Today, it serves 

as a non-profit theater and cultural arts center dedicated to preserving, promoting, 

presenting, and celebrating diverse cultures through artistic presentations of the highest 

quality, educational programming and outreach, film, and opportunities for community 

inclusion. The Lyric relies on income from rentals, ticket sales, and concessions as earned 

income. Large events were not permitted under pandemic safety measures, leaving the 

Lyric Theater closed during much of 2020 and creating a significant revenue loss.

Recognizing the importance of this non-profit to the goals of LFUCG, and with the 

understanding that that COVID-19 created significant financial hardships within the nonprofit community, ARPA funding has been obligated to pay benefit costs, costs to retain 

employees, utility costs, and operating costs of the organization.

The Lyric Theater is located within a Qualified Census Tract.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Operational Days Supported 0

Staff Retention Supported (# Employees) 0
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Project AR_ECTON_2022: Ecton Park Improvements - Concession/Restroom Facilities for 

Local Users and Tournaments

Project Funding: $300,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 2.11 Aid to Tourism, Travel, or Hospitality

Evidence Based Funding Total: $300,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Ecton Park by demolishing the existing Concession and 

Restroom facilities and building new facilities that will be used by local and travel teams. 

This project will make the park more accessible by building new restrooms that will be 

compliant with ADA.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Use of Evidence

The goals of the project are to increase the number of teams that use the fields at Ecton 

Park; make the facilities more accessible; and improve social, emotional, physical and 

mental health of the community through improved facilities for youth sports.

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan has a 

Wellness statement under Great Spaces: “Increase fitness opportunities in parks.” and a 

Facilities statement under Great Experiences: “Update key facilities.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 
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unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has made communities more accessible for all 

residents, through ADA design guidelines that allow for people of all abilities to utilize 

government facilities and services such are their neighborhood parks and parks 

programming.

Results First Clearinghouse Findings

Performance Report

Mandatory Standard Performance Measures

Number of workers enrolled in sectoral job training 

programs

0

Number of workers completing sectoral job training 

programs

0

Number of people participating in summer youth 

employment programs

0

Additional Performance Measures

Number of Youth Served in Eastern Little League (CY 

2020)

600

Census Tract Park Served (Population) 1,938
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Project AR_LKSIDE_2022: Lakeside Irrigation Replacement

Project Funding: $1,300,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 2.11 Aid to Tourism, Travel, or Hospitality

Evidence Based Funding Total: $1,300,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly extend the life of Lakeside Golf Course by the much needed 

replacement of the course’s irrigation system. This golf course is a local favorite and an 

attraction to visitors because of its large greens, rolling terrain and the longest par-5 in 

Kentucky. The irrigation replacement project will be complete by the fall of 2023. 

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Use of Evidence

The goals of the project are to increase overall attendance to Lakeside Golf Course; 

increase intergenerational play; and improve social, emotional and mental health of the 

community (as well as visitors) through increased opportunities for people to gather and 

connect with one another while enjoying the game of golf on a much improved course. 

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan also has 

key findings from the extensive survey completed. One of the findings states: “Maintain 

equestrian and golf facilities.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 
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unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

Results First Clearinghouse Findings

Performance Report

Mandatory Standard Performance Measures

Number of workers enrolled in sectoral job training 

programs

0

Number of workers completing sectoral job training 

programs

0

Number of people participating in summer youth 

employment programs

0

Additional Performance Measures

Number of rounds (FY 2021) 27,070

Golf Round Increase/Decrease +23%

Extended use of life 30 years

Golf facilities improved (construction pending) 0
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Project AR_XXXX_2022: Shropshire Affordable Housing Project Site Improvements

Project Funding: $750,000

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.10 Housing Support: Affordable Housing

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $750,000

Project overview

LFUCG will partner with the Lexington Housing Authority to make public improvements in 

support of a residential development to be located at Shropshire Avenue and Pemberton 

Street. The Lexington Housing Authority will develop a vacant 3 acre strip of land in the 

Equestrian View development. This development currently holds more than 100 homes and 

270 apartment homes. Additional single family homes and rental units will be constructed 

on this land, and additional public services may be co-located in the area. LFUCG will 

complete initial site work in the area, including grading, curb and gutter, street surfacing, 

water, sewer, stormwater, and gas line installation. 

Performance Report

Mandatory Standard Performance Measures

Number of people or households receiving eviction 

prevention services (including legal representation)

0

Number of affordable housing units preserved or 

developed

0

Additional Performance Measures

Number of new affordable housing units supported 0
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Project AR OHPI_2022: Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention Allocation

Project Funding: $750,000

Total Expenditures: $36,906

Project Expenditure Category: 3.11 Housing Support: Services for Unhoused Persons

Evidence Based Funding Total: $750,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $750,000

Project overview

The Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention was created in 2014 in response to 

the Report of the Mayor’s Commission on Homelessness. The OHPI is the collaborative 

applicant and lead organization for the city’s Continuum of Care. The Lexington CoC is the 

planning body in our community that coordinates the policies, strategies and activities to 

prevent and reduce homelessness. The city’s two person team coordinates activities and 

planning for providers, stakeholders, and affected citizens to ensure an efficient and 

effective system offering everyone access to shelter, food, employment, housing, and other 

basic needs and opportunities. The office serves as an information source and assists with 

problem-solving and communications for difficult situations requiring multiple resources and 

organizations. Funding includes awards to non-profit partners directly serving individuals 

and families experiencing homelessness. 

Funding spent prior to July 31, 2021 is related to costs associated with the Homelessness 

Management Information System (HMIS), a centralized electronic information database of 

client information. This database permits sharing of client data between different social 

service and healthcare organizations, allowing providers to see portions or all of the client’s 

records from all agencies combined. This allows for a clear picture of a client’s history and 

current status. Each year, over 4,000 clients are entered into this database from our local 

community. This allows our community the ability to “talk” to one another and provide the 

most effective and efficient services to clients.
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Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings

Performance Report

Mandatory Standard Performance Measures

Additional Performance Measures

Number of people or households receiving eviction 

prevention services (including legal representation)

0

Number of affordable housing units preserved or 

developed

0

Number of HMIS licenses provided to social service 

and health agencies

100

Number of agencies provided access to HMIS 51
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Project XXXX_2022: Code Enforcement Grants for Residents Experiencing Low-Income

Project Funding: $200,000

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.12 Housing Support: Other Housing Assistance

Evidence Based Funding Total: $200,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $200,000

Project overview

The FY2022 Adopted Budget included ARPA funding to design and administer a pilot

funding program, targeted towards homeowners with low income that have received a notice 

of violation from the City’s Division of Code Enforcement.

The Mayor’s Commission for Racial Justice & Equality issued a report in October 2020 that 

included a recommendation that “the Housing Code of the City of Lexington be reimagined 

into a Code Agency that places the health, well-being, and protection of residents 

(especially the most vulnerable) and neighborhoods as its mission.” As part of this 

recommendation, it was envisioned that the agency would work with residents and 

neighborhoods to create and sustain flourishing communities rather than a punitive financial 

tactic. In reviewing the top ten code violations issued within the LFUCG area, it was noted 

that the list included items like repairing cornices, cleaning veneer that is peeling or 

unsightly, and replacing broken or rotted window casings. LFUCG will design a funding 

program that will provide an avenue for assistance whereby homeowners with low-income 

can seek assistance to correct certain identified code violations.
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Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings

Performance Report

Mandatory Standard Performance Measures

Number of people or households receiving eviction 

prevention services (including legal representation)

0

Number of affordable housing units preserved or 

developed

0

Additional Performance Measures

Homeowners receiving financial support to correct 

code violations

0
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Project #: AR_PRKADA_2022: Access to Quality Green Space - ADA Improvements at 

Parks for Inclusivity

Project Funding: $125,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other

Evidence Based Funding Total: $125,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $125,000

Project overview

This project will upgrade park facilities to improve ADA regulation compliance. Inclusion is 

vital for parks to be successful. 

ADA regulations were updated in 2012 and a 2018 audit showed that many park facilities 

are no longer compliant.

This project will make parks throughout Lexington more accessible.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of existing recreation spaces.

Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings
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Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan has a 

Facilities statement under Great Spaces: “Update key facilities.” and a Facilities statement 

under Great Experiences: “Provide improved access to all facilities.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has made communities more accessible for all 

residents, through ADA design guidelines that allow for people of all abilities to utilize 

government facilities and services such are their neighborhood parks and parks 

programming.
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Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Community Served in Fayette County 322,570 

(according to the 

2020 Census)

Number of Parks Needing Improved Accessibility 

(according to 2019 Audit)

20

Accessibility Projects Identified as High Priority 22

Number of Parks with Increased Accessibility after 

project completion (not yet in progress)

0
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Project AR_DOUGLS_2022: Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Douglas Park - Pool 

Improvements

Project Funding: $175,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other

Evidence Based Funding Total: $175,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $175,000

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Douglas Pool by adding a slide. 

This project will make Douglas Pool more equitable since other pools in the community have 

this feature.

This project will increase pool amenities for Douglas Pool and encourage recreation of youth 

through swim and play.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings
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The goals of the project are to increase overall attendance to Douglas Park; increase 

intergenerational opportunities; and improve social, emotional and mental health of the 

community through increased opportunities for people to gather, swim and play.

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan has a 

Wellness statement under Great Spaces: “Increase fitness opportunities in parks.” and a 

Facilities statement under Great Experiences: “Update key facilities.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Douglas Pool Attendance (CY 2019 – Base Year) 1,166

QCT Park Served (Population) 4,724
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Project AR_MRYTDD_2022: Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Mary Todd Park

Improvements - Basketball Court

Project Funding: $118,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other

Evidence Based Funding Total: $118,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $118,000

Project overview

This project will greatly improve Mary Todd Park by demolishing the failing basketball court 

and build a new, improved full court basketball court. 

This project will address the need for additional recreational activities for youth and adults in 

the community, promoting health and wellness. 

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings
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The goals of the project are to improve social, emotional, physical and mental health of the 

community through increased recreation opportunities for youth and adults. 

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan also has 

a Facilities statement under Great Spaces: “Update key facilities.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.
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Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Number of Basketball Courts 1

Number of Courts Improved (Construction Pending) 0

QCT Served (Population) 2,888
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Project AR_NEASTN_2022: Access to Quality Green Space in QCT – Northeastern Park 

Improvements – Playground

Project Funding: $250,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other

Evidence Based Funding Total: $250,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $250,000

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Northeastern Park by demolishing and replacing the 

existing playground that is at the end of its life. The new playground will include fitness 

oriented youth play equipment with climbing and bouldering features. Shade structures 

and/or landscaping will be added as well as benches and a drinking fountain. 

This project will make the park more accessible by adding accessible entries to the 

playground.

Additional shade will attract more people of all ages to the park and the benches will offer a 

place to sit down for seniors and people with disabilities.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.
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Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings

The goals of the project are to increase overall attendance to Buckhorn Park; increase 

intergenerational opportunities; and improve social, emotional and mental health of the 

community through increased opportunities for people to gather and walk through the park 

even in the heat of the summer.

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan has a 

Wellness statement under Great Spaces: “Increase fitness opportunities in parks.” and a 

Facilities statement under Great Experiences: “Increase shade in parks.”
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According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has made communities more accessible for all 

residents, through ADA design guidelines that allow for people of all abilities to utilize 

government facilities and services such are their neighborhood parks and parks 

programming.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

QCT Served (Population) 3,072

Playground facilities improved (pending construction) 0
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Project AR_PHOENIX_2022: Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Phoenix Park -

Inclusive Use and Development Study

Project Funding: $150,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $150,000

Project overview

This project will study ways to make Phoenix Park a more inclusive park through: the 

addition of innovative park amenities that will encourage intergenerational activities; 

inclusion of the Downtown Library in the design process to integrate with their services; and 

design that will incorporate the essence of Downtown Lexington. 

This project will make the park more accessible by incorporating universal design best 

practices.

This project will look for opportunities to add shade and benches which will attract more 

people of all ages and abilities to the park.

Use of Evidence

Evidence-based projects will be considered in the planning and design processes.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

QCT Served (Population) 6,746

Improved facility study completed 0
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Project AR_PINMDW_2022: Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - Pine Meadows Park -

Playground and Park Improvements 

Project Funding: $150,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other

Evidence Based Funding Total: $150,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $150,000

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Pine Meadows Park by replacing the playground that was 

at the end of life with a new/improved playground. 

This project will encourage fitness and intergenerational play with varying types of 

playground equipment.

This project will make the park more accessible by adding accessible equipment and 

walkways as part of the new playground.

Additional shade and seating will attract more people of all ages to the park and offer a 

place to relax for seniors and people with disabilities.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.
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Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings

The goals of the project are to increase overall attendance to Pine Meadows Park; increase 

intergenerational opportunities; and improve social, emotional, physical and mental health of 

the community through increased opportunities for people to gather and play.

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan has a 

Wellness statement under Great Spaces: “Increase fitness opportunities in parks.” and a 

Facilities statement under Great Experiences: “Increase shade in parks.”
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According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has made communities more accessible for all 

residents, through ADA design guidelines that allow for people of all abilities to utilize 

government facilities and services such are their neighborhood parks and parks 

programming.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

QCT Served (Population) 4,767

Playground and park facilities improved (pending 

construction)

0
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Project AR_RVRHILL_2022: Access to Quality Green Space in QCT - River Hill Park 

Improvements - Sports Courts

Project Funding: $165,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 3.13 Social Determinants of Health: Other

Evidence Based Funding Total: $165,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $165,000

Project overview

This project will demolish failing tennis courts and build new pickleball courts. 

This project will address the need for additional recreational activities for youth, adults and 

seniors in the community, promoting health and wellness. This sport is very popular with 

seniors.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings
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The goals of the project are to improve social, emotional, physical and mental health of the 

community through increased recreation opportunities for youth, adults and seniors. 

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan also has 

a Facilities statement under Great Spaces: “Update key facilities.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Number of Courts 4

QCT Park Served (Population) 6,308

Sport court facilities improved (pending construction) 0
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Project AR_XXXX_2022: Economic Development Grants to Service Partners

Project Funding: $300,000

Total Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

The FY2022 Adopted Budget included APRA funding for second-year continuation funding 

to three Economic Development Partner agencies that are responsible for implementing, in 

part, the Economic Development goals of the LFUCG. These partners and their scope of 

work are as follows:

1. Euphrates International Investment Company: New business development, which 

includes creating and implementing a new business recruitment plan for the Lexington 

Economic Partnership, entrepreneur development and start-up assistance, minority 

business development, and maintenance of an available economic development 

property register; 

2. Commerce Lexington: Existing business retention and expansion, and workforce 

development; and

3. EHI Consultants and Urban League of Lexington-Fayette County: Economic 

development services and referrals for the Lexington Opportunity Zone.

Economic Development is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an 

eligible expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services. 

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Euphrates International Investment Company

Number of companies engaged during the reporting 

period for the purpose of location/relocation of 

business to Lexington

0

Commerce Lexington

Number of Business Retention and Expansion 

program visits/tasks during the reporting period

0

EHI Consultants and Urban League of Lexington 

Fayette County

Number of meetings with developers interested in 

projects within the Opportunity Zone

0

Number of meetings with companies interested in 

locating in the Opportunity Zone

0
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Project AR_BRYHILL_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Berry Hill Park 

Improvements - Basketball Court

Project Funding: $175,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $175,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly improve Berry Hill Park by demolishing the failing basketball and 

tennis courts and build a new, improved full court basketball court. 

This project will address the need for additional recreational activities for youth and adults in 

the community, promoting health and wellness. 

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Construction of parks is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.

Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings
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The goals of the project are to improve social, emotional, physical and mental health of the 

community through increased recreation opportunities for youth and adults. 

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan also has 

a Facilities statement under Great Spaces: “Update key facilities.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Number of Courts 1

Census Tract Served (Population) 6,746

Basketball court facilities improved (construction 

pending)

0
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Project AR_BCKHRN_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Buckhorn Park 

Improvements - Phase II Improvements

Project Funding: $45,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $45,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Buckhorn Park by adding 5 new shade trees with a bench, 

planting a bio-swale along the service road, and adding additional paved walkway to create 

a walking loop. 

This project will make the park more accessible by extending pavement to create a walking 

loop.

Additional shade will attract more people of all ages to the park and the bench will offer a 

place to sit down for seniors and people with disabilities.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Construction of parks is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.
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Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings

The goals of the project are to increase overall attendance to Buckhorn Park; increase 

intergenerational opportunities; and improve social, emotional, physical and mental health of 

the community through increased opportunities for people to gather and walk through the 

park, even in the heat of the summer.

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan has a 

Parks statement under Great Leadership: “Create/update individual park development 

plans.” and a Facilities statement under Great Experiences: “Increase shade in parks.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has made communities more accessible for all 

residents, through ADA design guidelines that allow for people of all abilities to utilize 
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government facilities and services such are their neighborhood parks and parks 

programming.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

New Access to Park Amenities Census Tract Served 

(Population)

6,746

Walking loop facilities added (pending construction) 0
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Project AR_DGWOOD_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Dogwood Park 

Improvements - Basketball Court

Project Funding: $95,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $95,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project Overview

This project will greatly improve Dogwood Park by building a new half-court basketball court 

in front of the playground. 

This project will address the need for additional recreational activities for youth and adults in 

the community, promoting health and wellness. 

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability

of an existing recreation space.

Construction of parks is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.

Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings
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The goals of the project are to improve social, emotional, physical and mental health of the 

community through increased recreation opportunities for youth and adults. 

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan also has 

a Facilities statement under Great Spaces: “Update key facilities.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

New basketball facilities (construction pending) 0

Census Tract Served (Population) 6,628
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Project AR_GDNSDE_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Gardenside Park 

Improvements - Playground

Project Funding: $150,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $150,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Gardenside Park by replacing the playground that was at 

the end of life with a new/improved playground. The park currently has no playground as 

the former equipment was removed for safety purposes. 

This project will encourage fitness and intergenerational play with varying types of 

playground equipment.

This project will make the park more accessible by adding accessible equipment and 

walkways as part of the new playground.

Additional shade and seating will attract more people of all ages to the park and offer a 

place to relax for seniors and people with disabilities.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Construction of parks is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.
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Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings

The goals of the project are to increase overall attendance to Gardenside Park; increase 

intergenerational opportunities; and improve social, emotional, physical and mental health of 

the community through increased opportunities for people to gather and play.

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan has a 

Wellness statement under Great Spaces: “Increase fitness opportunities in parks.” and a 

Facilities statement under Great Experiences: “Increase shade in parks.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has made communities more accessible for all 

residents, through ADA design guidelines that allow for people of all abilities to utilize 

government facilities and services such are their neighborhood parks and parks 

programming.
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Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Census Tract Served (Population) 4,992

New playground facilities (constructing pending) 0
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Project MSTRSN_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Masterson Station Park 

Improvements - Playground

Project Funding: $150,000

Project Obligations: $84,100

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $150,000

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Masterson Station Park by adding a new picnic shelter and 

completing the last phase of the playground improvement project with a climbing net. 

This project will encourage fitness with the new climbing net in the playground.

Additional shade and seating with the new picnic shelter will attract more people of all ages 

to the park and offer a place to relax for seniors and people with disabilities.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Construction of parks is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.

Use of Evidence

Results First Clearinghouse Findings
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The goals of the project are to increase overall attendance to Masterson Station Park; 

increase intergenerational opportunities; and improve social, emotional and mental health of 

the community through increased opportunities for people to gather, eat and play.

Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan’s Goal 2: Great Experiences states, 

“Promote health, wellness and experiences for our growing population through programs 

and events.” Goal 3: Great Stewardship states, “Value Lexington’s resources through 

preservation, education and sustainable management practices.” The Master Plan has a 

Wellness statement under Great Spaces: “Increase fitness opportunities in parks.” and a 

Facilities statement under Great Experiences: “Increase shade in parks.”

According to NRPA’s 2021 Parks and Recreation: Advancing Community Health And WellBeing, “Given the rise in mental health disorders and concerns surrounding social isolation 

exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more intentional focus on supporting social, 

emotional and mental health is critical. Park and recreation professionals and their agencies 

create opportunities for people to gather and connect with others, learn social-emotional 

skills, and help reduce stress and anxiety.” The report also stated, “Park and recreation 

professionals work every day to address and mitigate emerging public health threats 

impacting their cities, towns and counties. From the visible threats of climate change to the 

unseen threats of mental health disorders and social isolation, parks and recreation plays a 

critical role in supporting public health in communities.”

According to the CDC Covid-19 guidance, updated Aug. 19, 2021 (found on 

cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/outdoor-activities.html) outdoor activities are 

a safer choice and exercise is encouraged, especially when you can easily socially distance.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Census Tract Served (Population) 3,517

Shelter Rental Attendance (CY 2019) 4,827

New shelters constructed (pending construction) 0

Playground facilities improved (pending construction) 0
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Project AR_Meadow_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Meadowthorpe Park 

Improvements - Roof Repair

Project Funding: $80,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Meadowthorpe Park by repairing the roof of the community 

building that hosts neighborhood meetings and special events. 

This project will address the needs of the community to have a space to hold important 

neighborhood meetings and special events that bring people of all ages in the neighborhood 

together during all seasons of the year. 

The goals of the project are to increase the number of neighbor meetings and special events 

that can be held in a safe environment; increase intergenerational opportunities; and 

improve social, emotional and mental health of the community through increased 

opportunities for people to gather.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

Building repair is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Number of Events - 2019 (Gabe Hensley will provide) 79

Census Tract Served (Population) 1,581

Building facilities improved (pending construction) 0
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Project AR_RVNRUN_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Raven Run Park 

Improvements - Prather House Roof Repair

Project Funding: $50,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.01, Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Raven Run Park by repairing the roof as a critical step to 

restoring the Prather House, which is of historical significance as one of the oldest brick 

homes in Central Kentucky. 

This project will address the needs of the community to preserve historic buildings and 

landmarks. 

The goals of the project are to preserve the historic Prather House at Raven Run Park for 

current and future residents and visitors to the park. Historic buildings are an important part 

of preserving the history of Fayette County, and the Prather House is a perfect example of a 

building that has been in disrepair but can be restored as an example of a brick home from 

the 1800’s.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

Building repair is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Number of Walk-in Visitors – FY 2021 62,574

Programs 0

Community Served (only nature reserve in Fayette 

County)

322,570 

(according to the 

2020 Census)

Building facilities improved (pending construction) 0
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Project AR_SHILTO_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Shillito Park 

Improvements - Access Improvement - Parking Lot Construction 

Project Funding: $400,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Shillito Park by paving informal gravel parking areas and 

repairing existing parking lots. 

This project sees a very high volume of use. Therefore, more paved parking and resurfacing 

of existing parking lots is needed to accommodate the large number of people that visit the 

park.

This project will make the park more accessible by paving gravel lots and resurfacing 

parking lots that are in disrepair.

The goals of the project are to meet the parking needs of people that attend Shillito Park 

and improve the accessibility of the park for people of all ages and abilities.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Construction of parks is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Census Tract Served (Population) 5,760

Number of Times Fields Used (CY 2019) 159

Recreational space parking access improvements 

(pending construction)

0
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Project AR_STHLND_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Southland Park 

Improvements - Access Improvement - Parking Repairs

Project Funding: $100,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Southland Park by repairing the lower lot that services 

Southland Pool. 

This existing parking lot surface has failed and is in need of repair.

This project will make the park more accessible by repaving this lot.

The goals of the project are to meet the parking needs of people that attend Southland Pool 

and improve the accessibility of the park for people of all ages and abilities.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Construction of parks is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Census Tract Served (Population) 4,260

Southland Pool Attendance (CY 2019) 63,103

Recreational space parking access improvements 

(construction pending)

0
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Project AR_WDLAND_2022: Neighborhood Recreation Improvements - Woodland Park 

Improvements - Restroom Facilities

Project Funding: $375,000

Project Expenditures: $0

Project Expenditure Category: 6.1 Provision of Government Services

Evidence Based Funding Total: $0

Equity Based Funding Total: $0

Project overview

This project will greatly enhance Woodland Park by replacing the existing restroom building. 

The existing restroom building is beyond the end of life with frequent failures. The current 

design has been identified as a serious safety concern related to drug use and loitering and

is not ADA compliant. 

This project will make the park more accessible by renovating the existing restrooms to 

comply with ADA.

These improvements were included in the Lexington Parks and Recreation Master Plan, but 

have not been funded due to lack of funding availability. Budgets for FY2020 and FY2021 

were greatly impacted by COVID-19, and resulted in projects being held or not funded on a 

regular schedule.

This is considered a park enhancement, and will provide an opportunity to increase usability 

of an existing recreation space.

Construction of parks is considered a general service of LFUCG, and is therefore an eligible 

expense under EC 6.1 – Provision of Government Services.

Performance Report

Additional Performance Measures

Census Tract Park Served (Population) 4,116

Attendance of Special Events 46,000

Restroom facilities improved (construction pending) 0