Lexington officials are reviewing the city’s ethics act. Recommendations are expected later this fall.
A council subcommittee is examining ethics regulations for council members and other city employees. Subcommittee Chair Angela Evans says an updated ethics act could go beyond issues like financial disclosure and using public office for personal gain. She says the group is working on an official definition for misconduct. “It opens it up to beyond just how you use your office,” said Evans.
Evans adds another part of the discussion has centered on expanding financial disclosure requirements beyond married couples. “We have got people who are living together but by the definition of spouse or family member, they weren’t included in the financial disclosures,” explained Evans.
Evans says the examination aims to take the act to a higher level. She says recommendations are expected in November?.
