➡ Pavement Condition Survey is underway to inventory and assess all City-owned street conditions.➡ 2020 Water Quality Report shows 100% compliance with all federal drinking water standards and zero water quality violations. ➡ City Council will be getting back to a new normal starting with their July 22 Work Session.

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Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 226 - July 16, 2021

National Night Out is back, and we want as many different neighborhoods as possible to participate this year in a safe and memorable way.July is all about fun here in the Bull City, and Durham Parks and Recreation has you covered with plenty of ideas for both staying home and getting out-and-about in a safe and healthy way. We now know what the recommended route for the Triangle Bikeway is, and the study team wants to know what you think about it.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 225 - July 9, 2021

➡️ Another round of facility improvements at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park will soon be getting underway.➡️ Despite rising costs, construction of the Durham Housing Authority’s new Elizabeth Street Apartments will be able to move forward with the help of the City.➡️ Rising construction costs are also impacting another Durham Housing Authority project that is part of the 519 East Main and Liberty Street site.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 224 - July 2, 2021

- We’re developing a strategy for determining how to spend American Rescue Plan funds, and we’re making sure resident input is considered. - We’re supporting Durham’s economic recovery with two projects in particular focusing on the leisure and hospitality industry. - An organization working to help low-income residents facing eviction will be getting more financial backing from us.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep.223 June 25, 2021

Officers with the Durham Police Department are continuing their work to engage with our community in a variety of positive ways. If you’re interested in transportation projects for our area, the regional planning organization wants to hear from you.We will soon be taking an artistic approach to preventing cigarette butt litter at three GoDurham bus stops.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 222 - June 18, 2021

- We’re taking an innovative new approach to reducing bacteria and nutrient-overload in Northeast Creek and Jordan Lake. - The Morgan Rigsbee Parking Garage will soon be getting another retail tenant to help add pedestrian traffic downtown. - The creation of the City and County’s Minor Repair and Substantial Rehabilitation Programs is moving forward.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 221 June 11, 2021

- The work to determine whether the Triangle should move forward with a regional commuter rail project is continuing.- If you’re looking for a chance to hear some great live music this summer, Durham Parks and Recreation has you covered. - If movies are more your thing, Durham Parks and Recreation has free events for you as well this summer.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 220 June 4, 3021

➡️ Give your feedback by June 15 on the @TheDurhamPolice chief search.➡️ Vote by June 6 to select the winning @PBDurham_NC community projects.➡️ Regular weekly yard waste collections resume June 1.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 219 - May 28, 2021

City Council members are considering a property tax rate increase to help support the City’s work for the coming year.Durham residents who are behind on their rent and facing eviction due to COVID-19 may soon be able to get some help. The Police Department’s First Quarter Crime Report is out showing that Part 1 violent and property crimes were down in the first three months of the year.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 218 May 21, 2021

- The City and its transportation partners want to hear from you about several possible scenarios for the Durham Transit Plan Update. - The redevelopment of the former Police Department Headquarters is facing a significant challenge. - The Downtown Durham Business Improvement District is continuing to provide a variety of services to downtown business owners and visitors.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 217 - May 14, 2021

➡️ New partnerships to help underrepresented communities have more input in local decision-making.➡️ Surplus properties to prioritize development of more affordable housing. ➡️ Water and sewer rates going up slightly in July.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 216 May 7, 2021

Watch #BullCityWrap:➡️To help downtown Durham’s economy recover from #COVID19, @movesafedurham announces temporary parking programs.➡️Details finalized for the North Roxboro Street Sidewalk Project.➡️@DurhamWater project to renew our sanitary sewer collection system moves forward.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 215 - April 30, 2021

- We’re continuing our financial support for the development of more affordable housing in Durham. - Signs recognizing the contributions of one of Durham’s most prominent historical figures will be visible to drivers along N.C. Highway 147. - The Durham Performing Arts Center Oversight Committee’s annual report shows that despite the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Center’s management company is working hard to prepare for reopening.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 214 - April 23, 2021

- Our $160 million investment in affordable housing and services for our low-income residents is now called Forever Home Durham. - The City Council is considering the best ways to move forward with Durham’s commitment to build equitable and green infrastructure. - If you’re interested in saving water, energy, and money as well as winning prizes, Mayor Steve Schewel is encouraging you to sign up now for this month’s Pledge for Water Conservation.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 213 - April 16, 2021

- Planned parking rate increases scheduled to go into effect this month are now being put on hold until early next year.- The multi-year process to upgrade two of our water treatment plants is now complete. - 175 small, minority, and women-owned local businesses are benefitting from our Durham Small Business Recovery Fund.

Virtual Bull City Wrap ep. 212 - April 9, 2021

Bull City Wrap, a news program dedicated to informing residents about what’s going on inside Durham's City Hall. Hosted by Amy Blalock, this short informational program will give you all the City Hall news in just minutes every Monday.

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