Council approves consent agenda, appoints Dallas Clark and agrees to pursue charter housekeeping

During its regular meeting the Lexington City Council approved routine items, confirmed an appointment to a board of appeals, and discussed next steps to clean up the city charter.

The council moved and seconded approval of the consent agenda; a roll‑call vote passed unanimously. Council then brought forward an application from Dallas Clark to fill an unexpired term on the Joint Board of Building Code Appeals (term to 06/30/2027). After a motion and second, the council voted unanimously to appoint Clark.

Council also reviewed staff work on charter housekeeping. City manager Colin and city attorney outlined that several charter provisions are outdated—most notably language tied to the formerly appointed school board, which is now elected—and recommended a public hearing (likely Dec. 18) to forward amendments to Delegate Terry Austin’s office. Council discussed separating urgent housekeeping items and incorrect citations (to be prioritized) from more philosophical or residency questions (city manager residency, appointment processes) that may require broader discussion and additional work sessions. Staff noted advertising and public‑hearing timing requirements for requesting charter amendments to the General Assembly.

Council members also received reports from boards and commissions (Main Street Lexington, Blue Ridge Resource Authority, Threshold) and heard staff updates on a proposed Dominion franchise renewal and potential utility line burial work; no action was taken on franchise language at this meeting.