Lexington reviews 1986 ordinance over residential streetlight funding

A councilmember in Lexington expressed concerns regarding the application of local ordinances concerning residential streetlights. The town's ongoing review stems from a contradiction between a 1986 ordinance and current billing practices. The ordinance states that developers are responsible for operating costs until the town accepts title to the road infrastructure, at which point the town takes over responsibility. However, residents in certain neighborhoods have seen related fees added to their HOA dues or energy bills.

The town's review is being forced by recent subdivision requests and focuses on funding responsibilities and consistency among neighborhoods. The ordinance allows the council to contribute to the cost of street lighting in residential subdivisions where the infrastructure is not publicly owned.