Click here to enable the accessibility widget for this website (Can also be opened using the Alt+9 Key)

Issue With This Marker?

Report an Issue
County: Fayette

Fairness Ordinance

Marker Number: 

2595

Location: 

Government Center, Lexington

On July 8, 1999, Fayette County outlawed discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in housing, employment, and public accommodations. This groundbreaking, county-wide ordinance was the first in Kentucky to provide these protections. It has become a model for others in the Commonwealth. Sponsored by JustFund Education Project, Inc. JustFundKY.org.

Dedicated July 1, 2019.

Subjects: