Lexington - Subject to local approval, clarifies the duties of the mayor as the chief executive officer of the city; authorizes the mayor to suspend an employee; clarifies that office of mayor is a full-time position. - Amends Chapter 402 of the Acts of 1901; as amended and rewritten.

This bill clarifies the role of the mayor of Lexington as the chief executive officer of the city and establishes the office as a full-time position. It authorizes the mayor to suspend employees for misconduct or dereliction of duty, with the right to appeal to the city board, and requires the mayor to serve as a voting member only in the event of a tie at board meetings. The bill also outlines the mayor's duties, including supervising city affairs, executing contracts, submitting annual budgets, and presiding over board meetings. Importantly, this legislation will only take effect if approved by a two-thirds vote of the Lexington city council, ensuring local control over the changes.