The Planning Commission meeting on September 25, 2025, in Lexington, Virginia, highlighted significant discussions surrounding stormwater management and economic development initiatives.

During the meeting, city officials emphasized the importance of refining planning documents, with a focus on upcoming revisions to various chapters. One official noted, “This is extremely helpful in terms of refining each chapter as they come along,” indicating a commitment to thorough review and accuracy in planning materials.

The meeting also featured a report from the City Council, which recently held two work sessions. One session focused on stormwater concerns, addressing critical areas that will inform the capital improvement plan. The other session involved collaboration with the Economic Development Authority (EDA) and Tim Davie from the Timmons Group, aimed at marketing and developing the Spotswood and VDOT properties. This partnership is expected to ramp up efforts in local economic development.

As the meeting concluded, officials expressed gratitude for the collaborative efforts in planning and editing, underscoring the community's dedication to thoughtful urban development. The discussions set the stage for future initiatives that will shape Lexington's growth and infrastructure.