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Planning Commission recommends Daniel Johnson for vacant Planning & Zoning seat
Summary
The Lexington Planning Commission voted 4-0 on May 12, 2026, to recommend Daniel Johnson to fill a vacant Planning & Zoning seat after he told commissioners he wants to take a larger role in his community. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final appointment.
The Lexington Planning Commission voted 4-0 on May 12 to recommend Daniel Johnson to fill a vacant Planning & Zoning seat.
Daniel Johnson, identified in the meeting as a Planning & Zoning applicant, addressed the commission and said he is entering his late 40s and wants to take more part in the community by serving on a board or commission, according to meeting minutes. Chairperson Bautch noted Johnson had also applied for an open City Council seat.
Commissioner Michelle Koch moved to recommend Johnson to the City Council; Chairperson Bautch seconded. The motion carried unanimously, with a recorded vote of 4-0.
The vote was procedural only: the Planning Commission’s role is to make a recommendation to the City Council, which holds authority to appoint the final member. The minutes do not record any other details about Johnson’s background, qualifications, or any opposition to the recommendation.
Next steps: the City Council will consider the Planning Commission’s recommendation; the minutes do not list a date for Council action on the appointment.
