- A section of Arnette Avenue is now temporarily closed to through traffic for a stormwater system repair project. - The City’s efforts to comply with the Jordan Lake Nutrient Management Strategy are continuing. We’ll show you how the New Hope Creek and Little Creek watersheds will be affected. - There are new developments with several bicycle and pedestrian projects throughout the city. - Find out how federal grant funds will be used to develop creative programs that will help educate Durham’s ...
Aug 19, 2019•4 min
Did you miss an episode of Bull City Today, catch up on Bull City Wrap. • Our Durham I-Team and Neighborhood Improvement Services Department will soon be putting two grants from the Government Alliance on Race and Equity to work for residents. • Our Transportation Department is continuing its partnership with Duke University’s Center for Advanced Hindsight as part of its work to reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips into downtown. • A significant sidewalk project that is part of the Durham Bike ...
Aug 12, 2019•3 min
The newly renovated Morrene Road Park now has a new look and some new features. Find out all about it. http://durhamnc.gov/3076 - Three new pieces of public art can now be seen at the Durham Police Headquarters and Emergency Communications Center. We’ll take you to the unveiling celebration. - Durham Fire and EMS Station 17 is now converting sunlight to electricity. We’ll show you how. http://durhamnc.gov/822 - Local organizations that help homeless residents in Durham are invited to apply for g...
Aug 05, 2019•4 min
•Construction of downtown Durham’s first newly-built 100% affordable housing community is officially underway. •In honor of Park and Recreation Month, Durham Parks and Recreation is getting its game on in July! We’ll show you how you can too. •The Durham Police Explorer’s Program is continuing to offer exposure to possible careers in law enforcement plus much more for our city’s young people. •Do you want to know more about what’s going on with development in Durham? We’ll show you how you can g...
Jul 29, 2019•4 min
- The City wants to hear from you about how it can be more accessible to people with disabilities. Find out how you can offer your input. - Some of the City’s young people now know a little more about what it takes to be a Durham firefighter. We’ll give you a glimpse of this year’s Junior Fire Marshal Program. - If your group or organization is holding a festival or special event next year, there’s still time left to request financial support from the City. Find out how. - One of Durham’s pieces...
Jul 22, 2019•4 min
- Alternate design concepts for eight corridors in and around downtown are now ready for your review and feedback. Find out where they are and how to offer your input. - The Durham Convention Center has officially been rededicated. We’ll take you to the reception and give you some background on why it was needed in the first place. - Find out how you can play a more active role in your neighborhood and the Durham community through the Durham Neighborhood College. - The results are in for Durham’...
Jul 15, 2019•4 min
- The Durham Continuum of Care is partnering with Volunteers of America Carolinas on a new pilot program as part of continuing efforts to reduce homelessness. - A federal grant will be helping to reduce lead-based paint hazards from Durham homes. - New public art from Artists Stephen Hayes and David Wilson will soon be installed in Black Wall Street Gardens in downtown Durham. - Find out how you can learn firsthand how the Durham Police Department operates and more about the services it provides...
Jul 08, 2019•4 min
- The Durham Police Department has honored those who have gone above & beyond for public safety. We have more about their service award winners. - Our @durhamcityfire Safety in Our City program is well underway! Find out how the program is helping to save lives in #Durham. - Find out how @DurhamWater is working for you in their annual water quality report. - The Mayor’s Council for Women has just completed its inaugural year. Find out what it accomplished for #Durham. - #InnovateDurham is no...
Jul 01, 2019•4 min
- Durham now has a $477.8-million dollar budget in place for the coming year. Find out some of the highlights of what it includes. - Are you interested in having a say in how Durham grows and develops in the future? Find out how you can and how you can make sure others can as well. - Getting around in Durham by electric scooter is now an option. We’ll show you how. - The City has a new transitional jobs program to help justice-involved residents ease their way back into the workforce. Find out h...
Jun 24, 2019•4 min
- The @movesafedurham Morgan-Rigsbee Parking Garage will soon be humming with activity for those looking for two more places to eat in downtown #Durham. Find out the details. - A program to guide the implementation of @dprplaymore’s #Durham Trails and Greenway Plan is now being developed. We’ll explain why it’s needed. - If you’ve been wondering how the condition of the pavement in your #Durham neighborhood ranks compared to other city streets, you can now find out online. We’ll show you how. - ...
Jun 17, 2019•4 min
- Clothing Drive for Youth http://durhamnc.gov/598 - Durham Housing Authority - Temporary Lane Reduction http://durhamnc.gov/3860 - Encampment Response Policy - Parking Fee Schedule http://parkdurham.org
Jun 10, 2019•4 min
Jun 03, 2019•4 min
Durham’s proposed $476 million budget for the coming fiscal year addresses equity issues throughout the community. We have more details on the recommended property tax rate & what it means for you. http://DurhamNC.gov/199 - Construction on the Willard Street Apartments in downtown #Durham is moving closer to becoming a reality. Find out the latest development on this @DHICInc & @SelfHelpCU #affordablehousing project. - Our @DPAC is getting a new state-of-the-art audio system. Find out wh...
May 27, 2019•4 min
•Durham’s urban tier is changing dramatically. Find out what that could mean for future housing policies and programs. •We’ll show you the important work that’s going on behind the scenes to support the Downtown Durham Business Improvement District. •The Community Development Department and its partners are taking significant steps to support the creation and preservation of more affordable housing in Durham. •The City Council is considering a proposal to raise water and sewer rates for the comi...
May 20, 2019•5 min
- The Durham Police Department First Quarter Crime Report is showing that crime is up in Durham. Find out more about the presentation to the City Council. - Durham is joining an National League of Cities program to lessen the negative impact municipal fines and fees have on residents. Find out why. - Students serving on the 2018-2019 Durham Youth Commission are getting a chance to learn how to be both leaders and servants for their community. We’ll show you how. - If you’re a Durham city residen...
May 13, 2019•4 min
We’ll take you to three @dprplaymore basketball courts at Durham’s Hillside Park that now have a new look and feel thanks to @sarahh_lainee and former @DukeU & @NBA basketball standout @realgranthill33’s Tamia & Grant Hill Foundation, @filausa and @durhamparksfoun. - Find out how our Community Development team is supporting Families Moving Forward to help Durham families experiencing homelessness. - New wayfinding signage to help visitors is headed to downtown #Durham. We’ll show you how...
May 06, 2019•4 min
- Are there any improvements you’d like to see made to #Durham’s #localgov website? If so, we want to hear from you! Find out how your input could help shape the next website update. - #Durham is continuing its support of activities that spur economic development through the cultural arts. We’ll show you why @Moogfest is receiving City funding. http://moogfest.com - #Durham is narrowing down the field of possible partners for the redevelopment of the former police headquarters site. Find out who...
Apr 29, 2019•4 min
- Our @DurhamNC150 anniversary celebration is well underway! We’ll take you to the official #Durham150 birthday party. - Durham’s Major the Bull is celebrating his 15th birthday in a big way! Find out how. - The design phases for two important @dprplaymore trail projects are set to get underway. We’ll show you where they are. - Durham is continuing its financial support of @fullframefest & @amerdancefest. We’ll show you why these two arts programs are receiving funding. - Find out how more p...
Apr 22, 2019•4 min
Our Administration now has a road map of sorts to guide the development of the 2019-2020 #Durham #budget. Find out what it is. - Our Community Development team is taking more steps to support the redevelopment of #Durham’s public housing. We’ll show you how. - Most of #Durham’s existing public street lights are getting ready to be converted to a more energy-efficient version. Find out why @DukeEnergy is making it happen. - Find out how @movesafedurham is continuing its work to improve the parkin...
Apr 15, 2019•4 min
- Mark your calendars now for April 13 because our #Durham150 Opening Celebration is one event you don’t want to miss! Find out how you can get in on all the fun with @DurhamNC150. - Applications are now being accepted for the @durhampolicedepartmentnc’s summer camps. We’ll share all the details on how to apply. - Find out how you could win a $100 Visa gift card just by sharing your thoughts about food waste & composting in #Durham. http://durhamnc.gov/832 - We’re working to make sure that o...
Apr 08, 2019•4 min
- Burton Park is now more usable, safer and more accessible – thanks to those participating in this year’s Arbor Day celebration. Find out why. - City leaders are considering new technology that would detect where gunshots are fired. We’ll show you how it works and why some say it’s needed. - Find out how the City is taking steps to make sure that pipeline and sewer repairs can be made as quickly and efficiently as possible. - The development of next year’s budget is well underway. We’ll show yo...
Apr 01, 2019•4 min
- Voting for this year’s #GoldenLeafAwards is now open! Find out how you can vote for your favorite #Durham property & attend this year’s ceremony. - How did we fare in this year’s #Durham Resident Satisfaction Survey? We’ll show you which areas rated the highest & which ones rated as priorities for improvement. - You’ll want to mark your calendar now for the 2019 Earth Day Festival. Find out what’s on tap for this year’s @dprplaymore event.
Mar 25, 2019•3 min
- If you’re a business owner or manager, the Police Department is encouraging you to attend this year’s community safety workshop. We’ll show you why. http://DurhamPolice.com - If you live, work or travel along highway 54 east in Durham, you’ll want to mark your calendar now for an upcoming sidewalk community meeting. Find out why. http://DurhamNC.gov/3306 - We’ll show you how work on the Hoover Road Athletic Park is moving forward in a way that will ensure that it’s completed as efficiently as ...
Mar 18, 2019•4 min
- The Police Department’s fourth quarter crime report is offering encouraging news about crime in Durham. Find out what it is. - Some of Durham’s historically underserved neighborhoods will soon be getting more trees. Find out why. - The Durham Sports Commission will continue to attract sporting events to the City for at least another year. We’ll show you what this important organization is doing to create social and economic impact. - A significant water and sewer replacement project is about t...
Mar 11, 2019•4 min
-If you notice a change in the taste and smell of your @DurhamWater tap water during March – don’t be alarmed. Find out all the details about why this might happen. - Learn how one of the @DurhamPoliceNC’s newest tools will help to clear up traffic crash scenes faster in Durham. -Find out how you can give your feedback on @movesafedurham plans for the new downtown #Durham wayfinding system. - You’ll want to mark your calendar now for the 17th Annual Women’s Forum. Find out how #Durham will be ce...
Mar 04, 2019•3 min
- Hear about Mayor Steve Schewel’s ambitious plans for making Durham a more equitable and welcoming City for all in the year ahead. - The City and County are working together to address a major barrier to the development of affordable housing in Durham. We’ll show you what’s being done. - Find out what the City is doing to plan for its long-range water needs. - More steps are being taken to try to ensure shared economic prosperity for all Durham residents. Find out what those are. - Much-needed ...
Feb 25, 2019•4 min
- Are you interested in being in the know about all of Durham’s planning public meetings? We’ll show you how to find out about everything that’s going on that could impact you. - New public art created by Durham students can now be seen at the site of the South Ellerbe Stormwater Restoration Project. Find out where and how it was created. - Ten local projects serving the needs of people without homes have received over a million dollars in federal funding. We’ll show which ones. - It just got ea...
Feb 18, 2019•4 min
-With Valentine’s day just around the corner, the City is offering a chance for Moms to get in some quality time with their younger sweethearts. -If you’re climbing the walls looking for something to do this winter – we have just the thing for you. -The web portal for the City’s Land Development Office is getting an upgrade. -The latest rounds of the Half Penny for Parks restroom renovations and the Neighborhood park mural project are complete. -Find out how the Police Department is celebrating ...
Feb 11, 2019•4 min
- Nominations are now being accepted for this year's Golden Leaf Awards. Find out how can help recognize your favorite Durham properties. - Applications are now being accepted for public art to be displayed as part of the upcoming renovations Durham Parks and Recreation's Morreene Road Park. We’ll show you how it’s expected to enhance the park for everyone. - Calling all Durham young people between the ages of 14-24! We’ll show you how you can learn about potential future careers, get hands-on e...
Feb 04, 2019•4 min
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