Be Connected Durham
Exciting news! Be Connected Durham and Beyond will be using $350,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to uplift marginalized residents and foster community resilience. We share how the nonprofit will be doing that.

Joint Affordable Housing
More affordable housing projects are in the works for Durham – thanks to American Rescue Plan Act funds. We and Durham County are each dedicating an additional $3.5 million in ARPA funds to support the development of new affordable housing units.

Unified Development Ordinance
The important task of rewriting the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) is moving forward. Find out why and how it will intentionally include an equitable engagement component.

Electric Buses
We’re making more progress toward our sustainability goals with a new contract for buying 32 new electric buses over the next five years. We share why the new buses will help us reach zero emissions by fiscal year 2027.

Holiday Tree Drop-Off
Once the holidays are over and you’re ready to get rid of your live tree if you have one, there are several free options for you to consider.