As Lexington continues to grow, so does the demand on our infrastructure—and that includes parking.

Our revitalized downtown has become a destination for shopping, dining, and community events. But with that success has come a serious challenge: there simply isn’t enough parking to support the level of activity we now see on Main Street and throughout the district.

This isn’t a minor inconvenience—it’s a threat to the long-term sustainability of our downtown businesses and the overall experience we want residents and visitors to have in our Town. If people can’t find a place to park, they’ll stop coming. And that’s not acceptable.

While we’ve made significant investments in beautification and entertainment downtown—and rightfully so—investment in parking infrastructure has not kept pace. That has to change.

I believe the time has come for the Town of Lexington to pursue a multi-level parking garage downtown—and to do so with urgency. Whether through public-private partnerships or collaboration with regional and state-level stakeholders, all options must be on the table.

This isn’t something we can keep putting off. If elected to a full term, I’ll make this a top priority from day one—and I’ll work relentlessly to deliver a real solution that supports the businesses, families, and future growth of our community.