ECC member urges RFI to explore converting underused Potts Building into affordable housing

May 6, 2026

Trace Williams proposed that Fayette County Public Schools issue an RFI to explore selling or leasing the underused Potts Building for affordable housing, citing high maintenance costs; ECC members supported pursuing information from district operations and the Board of Education and recommended follow-up meetings and records requests.

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Committee member Trace Williams proposed that the district issue a request for information (RFI) to solicit developer ideas for converting or redeveloping the Potts Building—an underused, district‑owned property on Main Street—into affordable housing in partnership with the city of Lexington.

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