LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — The Youth Men's Christian Association (YMCA) of Central Kentucky announced on Friday that the organization's High Street location, referred to as a cornerstone of downtown Lexington for more than six decades, would be sold.

The decision came from a vote by the Board of Directors to approve a contract with central Florida-based Tramell Webb Partners, Inc. According to the company's website, the developer specializes in "a wide range of real estate projects," including student housing.

“Our board’s responsibility is to ensure the YMCA remains strong, supportive, and financially stable. We are taking careful steps to plan for a sustainable and impactful future,” said Steve Byars, board chair of the YMCA of Central Kentucky. “This is an exciting time to help shape t

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