Eviction data show limits of rental assistance

Yesterday, the Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee of the Lexington Urban County Council heard a report on the status of rental assistance in our city. While rental assistance has helped many families, hundreds of Lexingtonians have nonetheless lost their homes. This is because current eviction protections are full of loopholes; far too many families … Continue reading Eviction data show limits of rental assistance

Gorton, Media Should Focus on Stopping Evictions, Not Just Rental Assistance

Yesterday, the Herald-Leader posted an article announcing that Lexington received federal rental assistance money. The article more or less reproduces Mayor Gorton's social media announcements and accompanying press conference. While we appreciate that the story lets people know rental assistance is available, we want to know why the Herald-Leader is not running stories on the … Continue reading Gorton, Media Should Focus on Stopping Evictions, Not Just Rental Assistance