Urban Growth Management Master Plan - Advisory Committee

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Urban Growth Management Master Plan Advisory Committee met on August 8, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at Forcht Bank, located at 2414 Sir Barton Way, Second Floor. Larry Forester presided over the meeting. The committee addressed three agenda items during the session: an introduction and charge of the advisory committee, a discussion on the decision-making process, and the adoption of a timeline and schedule. The committee took three votes during the meeting and heard no public comments. Two of the three agenda items—the discussion on decision-making process and the adoption of timeline and schedule—resulted in approved outcomes, while the introductory item was informational in nature.

Attendance

Present: Larry Forester, Todd Clark, Andi Johnson, Todd Johnson, PG Peeples, John Phillips, Bill Wilson, Zach Worsham, Judy Worth, and Dan Wu.

Absent: James Brown, Alison Davis, Chuck Ellinger, and Kathy Plomin.

Late: None reported.

Votes and Decisions

Three motions were voted on during the meeting, all of which passed unanimously.

Decision making process by vote

Motion by Bill Wilson, seconded by Todd Clark. The motion passed unanimously with 10 ayes, 0 nays, and 0 abstentions. All ten members voted in favor: Larry Forester, Todd Clark, Andi Johnson, Todd Johnson, PG Peeples, John Phillips, Bill Wilson, Zach Worsham, Judy Worth, and Dan Wu.

Adopt a tie vote as a defeat of a motion

Motion by Dan Wu, seconded by Zach Worsham. The motion passed unanimously with 10 ayes, 0 nays, and 0 abstentions. All ten members voted in favor: Larry Forester, Todd Clark, Andi Johnson, Todd Johnson, PG Peeples, John Phillips, Bill Wilson, Zach Worsham, Judy Worth, and Dan Wu.

Adopt the proposed timeline schedules with flexibility

Motion by Bill Wilson, seconded by Todd Clark. The motion passed unanimously with 10 ayes, 0 nays, and 0 abstentions. All ten members voted in favor: Larry Forester, Todd Clark, Andi Johnson, Todd Johnson, PG Peeples, John Phillips, Bill Wilson, Zach Worsham, Judy Worth, and Dan Wu.

Introduction and Charge of the Advisory Committee

Chair Larry Forester opened the meeting by introducing himself and the committee members, emphasizing the critical importance of unbiased decision-making as the committee undertakes its work on behalf of Lexington's future.

Director Jim Duncan then presented the tasks and goals established for the committee. The primary charge includes expanding the Urban Service Area by 2,700 to 5,000 acres. This expansion represents a significant undertaking that will guide future development and planning decisions for the region.

The presentation was informational in nature, establishing the committee's mandate and scope of work without debate or formal action items at this stage.

Discussion on Decision Making Process

The committee held a discussion on establishing a decision-making process for the body. Key participants in this discussion included Judy Worth, Bill Wilson, and Dan Wu.

The committee considered how to structure their voting and decision-making procedures. After deliberation, the committee approved a decision-making process modeled after existing procedures used by the Planning Commission and Council. Under this approved process, a tie vote results in the defeat of the measure being voted upon.

The outcome of this discussion was approved.

Adoption of Timeline and Schedule

The committee reviewed and adopted a proposed timeline and schedule for future meetings. Bill Wilson and Dan Wu led the discussion on this agenda item.

The committee approved the timeline and schedule, with the understanding that flexibility would be maintained for adjustments as needed. No specific concerns or objections were raised during the discussion.