Durham public meetings in 2025
36 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes a $19 million loan agreement with the Durham Housing Authority for the redevelopment of Forest Hill Heights (Tribute Rising), several contracts for equipment and services, and appointments to city boards. The council will also hold public hearings on annexations, a zoning change, the Downtown Durham Blueprint: 2035, and the annual HUD performance report.
- Authorize $19,000,000 loan to Durham Housing Authority for Forest Hill Heights redevelopment
- Approve $706,212.36 contract for four compact rear loaders with Amick Equipment Company
- Approve $598,180 contract for tennis court lighting at Whippoorwill Park and $794,998 at Rock Quarry Park
- Approve $1,612,673 HOME subrecipient agreement with Preserving Home for homeowner rehabilitation
- Public hearings on annexations of 3306 Page Road, Hamlin Reserve, and Leigh Village Center
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and appointments, plus a public hearing on a zoning map change for East Geer Towns. Key items include a $1.25 million CDBG-funded rehabilitation of Calvert Place and Main Street Townhomes, a $2.09 million contract with Esri for GIS licensing, and a $1.25 million stream stabilization project. The council will also receive certified results from the October primary and November general elections.
- Approve $1,250,000 CDBG subrecipient agreement with Durham Housing Authority for Calvert Place and Main Street Townhomes rehabilitation
- Authorize $2,090,000 contract with Esri, Inc. for new ArcGIS enterprise licensing model
- Authorize $1,248,363.14 contract for Lakewood Ave Stream Stabilization and Enhancement (SP-2025-02)
- Approve $157,513 amendment to Open Table Ministry contract for weather-related emergency shelter, total $537,513
- Public hearing on zoning map change for East Geer Towns to Planned Development Residential 6.573
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council will consider consent agenda items including a $17,049,195 loan for The Villages of Hayti Phase I redevelopment, an $8,541,060 contract for South Ellerbe utility and drainage upgrades, and a $313,750 increase to a homelessness services contract. A public hearing will be held on closing Hayti Lane. The agenda also includes appointments, policy adoptions, and reports.
- Loan of up to $17,049,195 to Durham Housing Authority for The Villages of Hayti Phase I redevelopment
- Contract SP-2025-01 with Mid-Atlantic Infrastructure Systems for $8,541,060 for South Ellerbe Restoration Phase 3A
- Third Amendment to Contract 19376 with Volunteers of America Carolinas increasing by $313,750 to $2,060,000 for homelessness services
- Carolina Theatre HVAC upgrades design-build contract with Brady Trane Service, Inc. up to $5,860,000
- Public hearing to permanently close 229 linear feet of Hayti Lane east of Old Fayetteville Street
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with 22 items, including several large construction contracts, grant approvals, and appointments. The most consequential item is a resolution approving up to $44 million in financing for the Fayette Place Phase 1 multifamily housing facility. Other major actions include street maintenance, sidewalk, and unpaved road contracts funded by the 2024 bond referendum.
- Resolution approving multifamily housing revenue note up to $44,000,000 for Fayette Place Phase 1
- Contract SW-103 Street Maintenance Repairs 2025 with Browe Construction Company for $3,916,115
- Contract SW-66 Bike+Walk Sidewalk Phase I with Browe Construction Company for $2,556,806.90
- Contract ST-337 Unpaved Roads Phase I with Sunrock Industries LLC for $3,421,687.10
- Contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation to purchase and implement Clariti for $4,820,063.32
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple appointments, contract amendments, and resolutions, plus public hearings on street closings and zoning changes. Key items include approving up to $32 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Page Road Apartments, a $806,145 contract amendment for the Durham Rail Trail project, and a $1.75 million contract to administer an affordable ADU loan pilot program. The council will also hold public hearings on closing a portion of Cliff Street, a zoning change for Ravenstone Commercial, annexation of Wake Olive, and a zoning change at 1607 East Cornwallis Road.
- Approve up to $32,000,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Page Road Apartments
- Authorize $806,145 contract amendment for Durham Rail Trail (total $4,577,465.36)
- Approve $1,750,000 contract with Coram Houses LLC for ADU Loan Pilot Program
- Public hearing to permanently close 402-foot portion of Cliff Street between Blount Street and Rosedale Avenue
- Public hearing on annexation of Wake Olive and zoning change to Planned Development Residential 17.270
Joint City-County Meeting- Oct 16, 2025
The Durham Joint City-County Committee will meet to approve routine items and hear presentations on a joint violence reduction strategy, the homeless system strategic plan, the Durham Comprehensive Aging Plan, and the Museum of Durham History. The meeting includes public comment and discussion of upcoming presentations.
- Re-appointment of Patrick Hannah to GoDurham Board of Trustees (term to Nov. 30, 2029)
- Re-appointment of John Brown Jr. to Discover Durham (term to Oct. 31, 2028)
- Presentation on Joint City-County Strategy for Violence Reduction
- Update on Homeless System Strategic Plan
- Discussion of Museum of Durham History FY25-26 Carryover Budget Request
Procedures Committee Meeting - Sept. 30, 2025
The Durham City Council Procedures Committee will review proposed updates to the policies and procedures governing the city's boards, committees, commissions, and taskforces. The committee will also hear overviews of processes for moving municipal elections from odd to even years and changing the form of government from a ward system to true electoral districts. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- Review of proposed BCCT procedures, including removal of demographic references and addition of ethics, bylaw, and meeting format sections
- Overview of process for moving election cycle from odd to even years
- Overview of process for changing form of government from ward system to true electoral districts
- Approval of minutes from April 23, 2025 meeting
Special Meeting - Budget
This is a special meeting of the City of Durham, Kansas, dedicated to a strategic plan visioning workshop. The agenda includes facilitated sessions to explore strategic planning, review existing goals, and discuss priorities. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; it is a working session.
- Strategic plan visioning workshop
- Review of city goals
- Discussion of city priorities
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and appointments, including a $4.75 million design contract for the East End and Long Meadow Parks project. They will also vote on a $126,730 contract with the Museum of Durham History, a $58,000 grant assistance contract with Central Pines Regional Council, and a $357,684.48 amendment for the Durham Bulls operating agreement. The agenda includes several other routine items such as board appointments and attendance reports.
- East End and Long Meadow Parks design contract with Surface 678, P.A. for $4,754,252
- CMAR preconstruction contract with Balfour Beatty/Holt Brothers for $487,136
- Museum of Durham History operations contract for $126,730
- Durham Bulls Baseball Club operating agreement amendment for $357,684.48
- Public Works Operations Center renovation amendment with CPL Architects for $2,098,255
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council will consider a range of administrative items, including appointments to city boards, several contracts, and a financial report. Key decisions include a $4.75 million design contract for the East End and Long Meadow Parks project, a $126,730 contract with the Museum of Durham History, and a $357,684.48 amendment for the Durham Bulls stadium. The agenda also includes a presentation on the fourth quarter financial report and an update on the Western Intake Partnership Project.
- Appointments to fill vacancies on the Durham Housing Authority and Mayor's Hispanic/Latino Committee
- Contract with Museum of Durham History for $126,730
- CMAR contract with Balfour Beatty/Holt Brothers for East End and Long Meadow Parks preconstruction services, up to $487,136
- Design contract with Surface 678 for East End and Long Meadow Parks, up to $4,754,252
- Contract with Eckerd Connects for WIOA adult/dislocated worker services, up to $524,000
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and appointments, including a $10.6 million construction award for the East Durham Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Replacement Phase 1A project. They will also hold public hearings on two annexations and consider a 4th Amendment Workplace Resolution. The meeting includes routine items like board appointments and proclamations.
- Construction award to Moffat Pipe Inc. for East Durham Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Replacement Phase 1A, not to exceed $10,648,571.40
- Construction award to J.F. Wilkerson Contracting Co. for West End Water, Sewer, and Storm Replacement Phase 1 and Main and Broad Street Waterline, not to exceed $5,938,257.05
- Contract with InfoSend Inc. for electronic presentment and payment processing, not to exceed $4,500,000
- Public hearing on annexation of Courtyards at Oak Grove and Durham Gateway at Brier Creek
- Contract with El Centro Hispano for community support services, not to exceed $62,970
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, appointments, and financing approvals, including a $26.5 million installment purchase contract, several affordable housing loan amendments, and a $1.34 million hazmat truck purchase. The council will also hold public hearings on the Walltown Small Area Plan and three zoning map changes. The agenda is largely routine but includes significant financial and land-use decisions.
- Installment Purchase Contract Series 2025 financing up to $26,500,000
- Loan commitment increase for 902 S. Briggs Avenue redevelopment by $2,000,000 to $7,987,880
- Amendment to Sandy Ridge Station loan increasing amount to $7,449,000 and revising affordability terms
- Public hearing on Walltown Small Area Plan and place type map amendment
- Public hearings on zoning changes for Fayetteville Flats, 4218 South Alston Avenue, and 303 US 70 Warehouse
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council will hold a work session to consider a range of administrative items, including appointments to city boards, contract approvals, and public hearings on zoning changes. Key actions include approving a $26.5 million installment purchase contract, several large contracts for services and equipment, and three zoning map changes. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being routine approvals.
- Approve $26.5M installment purchase contract (Series 2025)
- Authorize $1.34M purchase of a Hazmat truck from Sutphen Corporation
- Approve $2.7M amendment to project management consulting contract with Turner & Townsend Heery
- Public hearing on Walltown Small Area Plan and place type map amendment
- Public hearings on zoning changes for Fayetteville Flats, 4218 South Alston Avenue, and 303 US 70 Warehouse
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council will hold a work session to consider a range of administrative and contractual items, including several large contracts and public hearings. Key decisions include a $53.4 million contract for GoDurham ACCESS on-demand services, a $9.3 million amendment for ERP implementation, and a $301,189 agreement for domestic violence and gang violence prosecutors. Public hearings are scheduled for zoning changes, a street closing, stormwater code revisions, and the five-year consolidated plan.
- Contract with WeDriveU, Inc. for GoDurham ACCESS on-demand services, not to exceed $53,440,577
- Amendment with Applications Software Technology LLC for ERP implementation, $9,267,646 (total revised $15,067,646)
- Contract for West Woodridge Drive infrastructure repairs with Roadworks Construction, $963,727.80 (total with contingency $1,108,286.97)
- Public hearing on zoning map change at 401 East Lakewood Avenue (to Downtown Design Core)
- Public hearing on draft Five-Year (2025-2029) Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and appointments, plus public hearings on street closings, zoning changes, and stormwater fee revisions. The most consequential items are a $53.4 million contract for GoDurham ACCESS on-demand services and a $9.3 million amendment to the ERP implementation contract.
- Contract with WeDriveU, Inc. for GoDurham ACCESS on-demand services, not to exceed $53,440,577
- Amendment with Applications Software Technology LLC for ERP implementation, $9,267,646 (total revised $15,067,646)
- Public hearing on zoning map change at 401 East Lakewood Avenue (Downtown Design Core)
- Public hearing on zoning map change for Durham Rescue Mission East Main Street
- Contract for West Woodridge Drive infrastructure repairs with Roadworks Construction, $963,727.80
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council will vote on the FY 2025-26 budget and 2026-31 Capital Improvement Plan, including compensation adjustments, fee changes, and capital project ordinances. The consent agenda also includes numerous appointments, contracts, and interlocal agreements, such as a $1.5 million loan commitment to the Durham Housing Authority and a $27.6 million waterline replacement contract. The council will also consider ending negotiations with The Peebles Corporation for redevelopment of 505 W. Chapel Hill Street.
- Adopt FY 2025-26 budget and CIP ordinances, including 1.45% compensation plan adjustments
- Authorize $1,500,000 loan commitment to Durham Housing Authority
- Award $27,641,348 construction contract to Teraflex Group for American Tobacco Waterline Replacement Phase 2
- Approve $1,700,000 contract with Habitat for Humanity for Minor Repair Program
- Direct staff to end negotiations with The Peebles Corporation for 505 W. Chapel Hill Street redevelopment
Joint City-County Meeting
The Durham City-County Committee will meet to approve minutes and hear presentations on the Familiar Faces Initiative, the Coalition to End the HIV Epidemic, the Museum of Durham History, and a discussion on Durham Public School after-care. The meeting is informational, with no votes scheduled on these items.
- Approval of draft Joint City-County Meeting Minutes from February 11, 2025
- Familiar Faces Initiative presentation by county and city officials
- Coalition to End the HIV Epidemic in Durham presentation
- Museum of Durham History presentation, budget requests, and site options
- Durham Public School after-care discussion
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council work session will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and the 2026-31 Capital Improvement Plan, along with related ordinances for internal service funds, capital projects, grants, and fee revisions. The agenda also includes numerous contracts and appointments, such as a $1.5 million loan commitment to the Durham Housing Authority and a $27.6 million waterline replacement project. Several items involve ending negotiations on the 505 W. Chapel Hill Street redevelopment and authorizing condemnations for the Morreene Road bicycle and pedestrian project.
- Adopt FY2025-26 budget and 2026-31 CIP, including fee changes for solid waste, public works, and water/sewer
- Authorize $1,500,000 loan commitment to Durham Housing Authority
- Award $27,641,348 construction contract to Teraflex Group for American Tobacco Waterline Replacement Phase 2
- Approve $725,000 contract with Legal Aid of NC for Eviction Diversion Program
- Direct staff to end negotiations with Peebles Corporation for 505 W. Chapel Hill Street redevelopment
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council will hold a public hearing on the City Manager's proposed FY2025-26 budget and FY2026-31 Capital Improvement Plan, and will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, appointments, and ordinance amendments. Notable items include a new code of ethics for the council, a disparity study contract, and several police-related contracts.
- Public hearing on FY2025-26 budget and FY2026-31 CIP
- Contract with Miller3 Consulting for 2025 Disparity Study, up to $400,000
- Contract with Brady Trane Service for HVAC maintenance, up to $925,000
- Contract with CoachCrafters for bus repower/refurbishment, up to $5,832,477
- Resolution in support of Durham Amazon workers' right to organize
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council will hold a work session to consider a range of administrative items, including numerous board appointments, several contracts, and a public hearing on the proposed FY2025-26 budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda includes a first-quarter crime report presentation and a third-quarter financial report. Most items are routine approvals, but the budget hearing and several large contracts are notable.
- Public hearing on proposed FY2025-26 budget and FY2026-31 Capital Improvement Plan
- Contract with Miller3 Consulting for 2025 Disparity Study up to $400,000
- Contract with CoachCrafters for bus repower/refurbishment up to $5,832,477
- HVAC maintenance contract with Brady Trane Service up to $925,000
- Contract with Lumin8 for traffic signal at South Roxboro Street and Ramblewood Avenue up to $480,123.60
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, easements, and appointments, plus a presentation on the proposed FY2025-26 budget and FY2026-31 Capital Improvement Plan. Public hearings will be held on two zoning changes: annexation of Danube Lane Townhouses and a zoning map change for Brier Creek Multifamily. The council will also vote on a resolution opposing House Bill 765, which would reform local government development regulations.
- Approve FY26 City-County Planning Department Work Program
- Authorize $245,000 contract with Legal Aid of NC for Expunction and Restoration program
- Approve $3.94M design contract for Outdoor Aquatics Center with Perkins & Will
- Approve $880,527 design-build contract for Hillandale Golf Course renovation
- Public hearing on annexation of Danube Lane Townhouses and zoning change for Brier Creek Multifamily
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council is holding a work session to discuss and vote on a wide range of items, including the proposed FY2025-26 budget and capital improvement plan, several zoning and annexation public hearings, and numerous contracts for construction, engineering, and consulting services. The agenda includes both routine approvals and significant financial commitments, such as a $3.94 million design contract for a new aquatics center and multiple property condemnations for infrastructure projects.
- Approve $3,940,571 design contract with Perkins & Will for Outdoor Aquatics Center (2024 bond project)
- Authorize $245,000 agreement with Legal Aid of NC for Expunction and Restoration (DEAR) program
- Public hearing on annexation and zoning for Danube Lane Townhouses (Brightside Ventures)
- Public hearing on zoning map change for Brier Creek Multifamily (MONTS Ridge LLC)
- Approve $510,000 acquisition of 708 and 716 Buren Road for Lake Michie expansion
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council work session will consider several contracts and appointments, including a $7.6 million waterline replacement project, a $2.8 million pavement management contract, and a proposed water and sewer rate increase for FY 2025-2026. The council will also hold public hearings on two zoning changes and receive a presentation on the Durham Central Park concept plan.
- Proposed water and sewer rate changes for FY 2025-2026, effective July 1, 2025
- Construction award to Moffat Pipe Inc. for NC-54 Waterline Replacement Project, $7,646,748.02
- Contract ST-335C Pavement Management Services 2025 with Summit Design, $2,847,200
- Contract with Governmentjobs.com for recruitment software, $84,157.05
- Public hearing on annexation of Howard Property and zoning change for Strauss Drive Townhouses
Procedures Committee Meeting - April 23, 2025
The Durham City Council Procedures Committee is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving prior minutes and scheduling future meetings. The main item is a final review of the updated Ethics Policy and Procedures for the council, which is the only substantive discussion on the agenda.
- Final review of updated Ethics Policy and Procedures
- Approval of minutes from May 20, 2024 meeting
- Scheduling of next meeting
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council will hold a work session to discuss and vote on a range of administrative and policy items, including appointments to city boards, several contracts for services and construction, and multiple public hearings on zoning and annexation. Key decisions include a $4.8 million HVAC project, a $150,000 loan for affordable housing, and a $100,650 contract for housing planning documents.
- Contract with Corporate F.A.C.T.S., Inc. for $100,650 to prepare the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and related housing documents
- Loan commitment of $150,000 for 168 affordable units at Trails at Twin Lakes Apartments
- Contract with LeChase Construction for City Hall and Annex HVAC project, total $4,853,904
- Public hearing on Page/Miami Design District zoning and sign standards changes
- Public hearing on annexation of Page Corners and zoning change at 1202 Ellis Road
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple items, including appointments, budget guidelines, and contracts. Key actions include approving bond financing for two multifamily housing facilities, a new code of ethics, and several large contracts for water infrastructure and other services. A public hearing is scheduled for the annexation of Sheffield Farms.
- Approval of multifamily housing revenue bonds up to $22,000,000 for Sandy Ridge Station and $11,000,000 for Sandy Ridge Villas
- Contract amendment with Hazen and Sawyer for Western Intake Partnership water project, increasing total to $18,423,090
- Purchase contract with Safe Air Systems for SCBA air system upgrade, $416,619.45
- Adoption of revised Code of Ethics for Durham City Council
- Public hearing on annexation of Sheffield Farms and zoning change to Planned Development Residential 3.241
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes major infrastructure contracts, bond issuance, and appointments, followed by public hearings on the FY2025-26 budget, two zoning changes, and a property annexation. The most consequential items are the $100 million general obligation bonds for parks, streets, and sidewalks, and the $15.6 million street repair contract.
- $100,000,000 General Obligation Parks, Streets, and Sidewalks Bonds, Series 2025
- Contract ST-335 Street Repairs & Repaving 2025 with Sunrock Industries LLC for $15,645,537.65
- Contract ST-336 Pavement Preservation 2025 with Slurry Pavers, Inc. for $6,888,741.10
- Zoning map change for Chin Page Road Apartments (Planned Development Residential 24.115)
- Public hearing on FY2025-26 Budget and FY2026-31 Capital Improvement Plan
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with 20 items, including several construction contracts, professional service agreements, and reports. Notable actions include awarding a $11.3 million water and sewer repair contract, amending the GoDurham transit contract by up to $3.3 million, and receiving the 2024 fourth quarter crime report. A public hearing is scheduled to consider closing Clegg Drive and rezoning adjacent parcels.
- Construction contract to Carolina Civilworks Inc for 2025 Water and Sewer Point Repair, $11,313,560 (total with contingency $12,444,915)
- Second amendment to GoDurham transit contract with RATP Dev USA, Inc., not to exceed $3,335,000 (revised total $264,879,849.51)
- Supplemental agreements for transportation design: Exult Engineering ($232,100), WSP USA ($299,264.64), Stantec ($498,500)
- Public hearing to permanently close Clegg Drive and amend Place Type Map to Mixed Residential Neighborhood
- CDBG grant project ordinance amendment recognizing $2,222,885.67 in funds
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, appointments, and annual reports, plus two public hearings on annexation and zoning changes. Key items include a $3,015,225 amendment to a project management consulting contract with Turner & Townsend Heery, LLC, and a $2,385,000 amendment for the Fire/EMS Station 19 design. The council will also receive annual reports from various boards and commissions.
- Amendment to contract with Turner & Townsend Heery, LLC for $3,015,225 (total $4,715,225)
- Amendment to ADW Architects contract for Fire/EMS Station 19 for $2,385,000 (total $2,528,300)
- Contract with DTW Architects for Solid Waste Transfer Station renovation, $103,500 (total $113,850)
- Purchase of 7 light transit vehicles for GoDurham Access, $835,716.84
- Public hearing on zoning map change for Hoover Road Assemblage
Joint.CC.2.11.2025
The Joint City-County Committee will approve draft minutes from December 10, 2024, and receive updates on youth initiatives and community safety. The primary discussion involves Durham Public Schools' requests for increased bus service, crosswalk infrastructure support, and more crossing guards. No binding votes or new contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of draft Joint City-County Meeting Minutes dated December 10, 2024
- Discussion of Durham Public Schools increased bus service in school vicinities
- Discussion of infrastructure support for crosswalks and increased need for crossing guards
- Update on Community Intervention & Support Services by Durham County
Joint City-County Meeting
The Durham City-County Joint Committee will review minutes from December 2024, receive updates on youth initiatives, discuss Durham Public Schools' transportation and safety needs, and hear a community safety update. Public comment is also scheduled. This is a discussion and update meeting, not a final decision-making session.
- Approval of December 10, 2024 joint meeting minutes
- Strategic Youth Initiatives update from Office on Youth
- DPS discussion on increased bus service, crosswalk infrastructure, and crossing guards
- Community Intervention & Support Services update on community safety
- Public comment period
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council will hold a work session to discuss and potentially approve a one-year interlocal agreement with Durham County for sharing sales tax revenue, along with several contract amendments and annual reports. The agenda includes appointments to advisory boards, contract extensions, and public hearings on annexation and zoning changes.
- Ratify one-year Interlocal Agreement with Durham County for sales tax distribution
- Amend contract with United Minority Contractors for $324,000, total $857,980
- Extend lease with Duke University for 911 Backup Center for one year
- Approve $3,015,225 amendment for project management consulting with Turner & Townsend Heery
- Public hearing on zoning map change for Hoover Road assemblage
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider consent agenda items and hold public hearings on zoning and annexation requests. Key actions include approving a $1.2 million contract for the Algal Floway Project, closing out capital projects, and amending police and fire compensation plans. Public hearings will address a zoning change for Pickett Apartments and annexations for properties on Carpenter Road and Moriah Ridge.
- Contract with Gradient, PLLC for Algal Floway site evaluation, not to exceed $1,046,376, plus $156,956 contingency
- Zoning map change for Pickett Apartments to Planned Development Residential 36.176
- Annexation of 2613 Carpenter Road and Moriah Ridge into city limits
- Amendments to Police and Fire Compensation Plans effective July 1, 2024
- Capital improvement project closeouts totaling $37,084,980 (general), $2,688,434 (stormwater), $6,162,631 (solid waste), $7,426,850 (transit), $49,009,820 (water/wastewater)
Chamber & City Meeting
This is a joint meeting of the City of Durham and the Durham Chamber of Commerce. The agenda includes introductions, a public policy discussion, and adjournment, with no specific items listed.
- Public Policy Discussion
City Council Work Session
The Durham City Council work session will consider several contracts and ordinances, including a $5.8 million software implementation, a $3.56 million purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus for the fire department, and multiple zoning map changes. Public hearings will be held for zoning changes and an economic development incentive agreement. The agenda also includes routine appointments and grant approvals.
- Contract with Applications Software Technology, LLC for ERP implementation up to $5,800,000
- Purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBAs) for Fire Department up to $3,560,330.47
- Zoning map change at 3112 South Alston Avenue (public hearing)
- Zoning map change for Brickworks (public hearing)
- Economic development incentive agreement with Ellis D. Jones and Sons, Inc. up to $250,000 for 419 Dowd Street
Regular City Council Meeting
The Durham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes several contracts and appointments, plus a revision to the deer bow hunting ordinance. Key items include a $3.95 million parking facility maintenance contract, a $2.27 million dam inspection contract, and a $79,000 property appraisal contract. The council will also receive performance audits for the HEART program and ADA Title II governance, and make appointments to the airport authority and racial equity commission.
- Parking Facilities Structural Maintenance contract with Carolina Restoration & Waterproofing, Inc. up to $3,946,224
- Dam Inspection and Maintenance contract with Schnabel Engineering South, P.C. up to $2,271,932
- Property appraisal services contract with CBIZ Operations, Inc. up to $91,000
- HUD Fair Housing Cooperative Agreement grant of $123,600 for FY 2025
- Revisions to deer bow hunting ordinance (Sec. 6-3)