Bull City Wrap

- The Braggtown and Southside neighborhoods will soon benefit from a seven-year street trees planting project. - If you travel along Duke and Gregson streets, the City’s Transportation team wants to hear from you about re-striping plans for bike lanes. - The City Council is considering a partnership with Durham County that would expand a program focused on preventing violence.

- If you want to have a say in how transit funds are used over the next 20 years, now’s your chance. - Durham has a new planning director. - Residents living on seven streets are now enjoying more space for pedestrians and bicycles.

- The City is working to reduce inequities in the way fines and fees are imposed by the Water Management Department. - The Durham Expunction and Restoration (DEAR) Program recently marked a significant milestone. - Improvements at several parks and recreation facilities throughout Durham are moving forward.

- The history and culture of 10 of Durham’s historically black neighborhoods will soon be portrayed through public art. - The sale of the former Police Department headquarters site at 505 West Chapel Hill Street is moving forward. - The City is developing a plan for the short- and long-term maintenance of all of its sidewalks.

-The City is working to be as transparent as possible around the use of public housing funds. -Durham’s second round of Participatory Budgeting will look quite a bit different in an effort to respond to community needs stemming from COVID-19. -The Move Durham Transportation Study is now finished and ready to guide policies and infrastructure in central Durham.

- Durham Parks and Recreation now has a new leader at its helm. - If you have family or friends buried at Beechwood and Maplewood Cemeteries, the City wants to hear from you. - If you’re interested in helping to shape the future of the Highway 15-501 corridor between Durham and Chapel Hill, now’s your chance to have input on possible improvements.

- We're now officially taking part in Durham County’s Long-Time Homeowner Tax Deferment Program. - Here’s a reminder that you’ll be receiving your annual stormwater utility fee bill between October and January. - Businesses in downtown Durham are taking steps to help life get back to a new normal – at least on the weekends – with The Streetery.

- The City will receive additional funding intended for local governments from the Coronavirus Relief Fund. - Durham Parks and Recreation is now offering care for school-aged children through their Recreation Works Program. - Changes to parking fees and fines for downtown Durham will soon go into effect.

- The development of the new Durham County Transit Plan is moving forward. - Our region’s transportation planners want to hear from you about the Greater Triangle Commuter Rail Study. - More aggravated assaults and a higher number of property crimes in general are behind Durham’s rise in crime for the second quarter of this year.

In this episode of Bull City Wrap: - The City is using funds from a national grant to support the development of its new Shared Streets initiative. - Durham City and County leaders are considering four proposals recommended by the Durham Recovery and Renewal Task Force. - The Durham City Council’s vacant Ward 3 seat is now filled.

-Our Durham Fire Department is now better equipped to save more lives thanks to a Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant. -We’ll soon be using artwork to help make the intersection of West Club Boulevard and Glendale Avenue safer for pedestrians and cyclists thanks to a Bloomberg Philanthropies grant. -We’re looking at new ways to help residents who are in debt because of fines and fees the...

-There’s a new local burning ordinance in place to clarify what cannot be burned in the city limits. - There’s still time to get in on the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. - Longtime City Manager Tom Bonfield is retiring at the end of September.

- We're taking several steps to improve and maintain our parking system. - A new evening monthly parking rate will soon be available downtown. - Several changes are being made to the Durham City Code to make sure that all water and sewer customers are being treated equally.

- At least 180 low-income renters will soon be getting help paying their rent. - We're using federal funds to help individuals and families who are homeless or receiving homeless assistance. - We're also using federal funds to provide medical respite care for homeless people who have contracted COVID-19, are at high risk of contracting the virus, or have disabling acute or chronic health condition...

- In solidarity with Black communities across Durham, the City will begin recognizing Juneteenth as an official holiday for employees. - The final report for Durham’s Racial Equity Task Force is now available. - The Durham Recovery and Renewal Task Force is developing an overall estimate for budget needs related to its COVID-19 work.

· Our new Back on the Bull Campaign is helping local businesses and residents alike navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. · During this time of being Safer at Home, Durham Parks and Recreation is continuing to provide plenty of opportunities for residents to play more from the comfort of their home. · A new interactive tree map is offering residents a way to understand the many benefits provided by our...

-If you’re interested in helping to shape the future of transportation in our area, find out how. -Durham is receiving national recognition as one of the best cities for bicycling in the country, find out why. -Learn how our Cultural and Public Art Program is now accepting proposals for funding support for cultural festivals and special events for the rest of this year and next.

- If you’re interested in Durham Police crime data, you can now find what you’re looking for through our Durham Open Data website. - If you’re a local or regional artist, our Cultural and Public Art Program is encouraging you to apply for a new public art project. - Durham Police employees are doing their part in a variety of ways to support local non-profits.

- If you live in or travel around downtown, your input is needed on the final draft plan for the Move Durham Transportation Study. - Our website has a new look and many improvements to make it easier to use. - Our 2019 Water Quality Report is now available.

- We’re taking more steps to make sure we’re operating as sustainably and responsibly as possible. - Work on the re-examination of the Falls Lake Nutrient Management Strategy is continuing. - We’re on track toward having a full-scale composting operation. - The company providing household hazardous waste collection and management services for us since 2004 will remain in that role.

- We’re continuing our commitment to supporting and improving downtown Durham. - We now have more legal control over how the old police headquarters property is used in the future – even once it’s sold. - Water customers who pay their bills in cash will soon have another option for making their payment.

- We have a new budget in place for the coming year. - A new set of rules and procedures are now providing more guidance for our affordable housing bonus. - We’re continuing to support the Durham Housing Authority's efforts to redevelop public housing.

- The Durham Police Department’s first quarter crime report shows both violent and property crimes are up compared to the same time period last year. - The Durham Housing Authority is moving forward with its plans to preserve and expand affordable housing. - The Downtown Durham Business Improvement District is continuing to provide a variety of services to business owners and visitors.

In this Virtual Bull City Wrap episode: - @movesafedurham Alston Avenue sidewalk project is ready for construction, but will require more federal funding. - Durham, @RaleighGov & @TownofCary are partnering with @GoTriangle to implement a mobile-ticketing system & fare-capping policy for public buses. - Residents are supporting the work of @ElFuturoNC thanks to @PBDurhamNC.

- An update on Durham Parks & Recreation facilities impacted by COVID-19. - City Council considers how to use funds for housing challenges caused by COVID-19. - City Council develops a Local Small Business Recovery Loan Fund to support small businesses devastated by COVID-19. - Transportation seeks input on their Woodcroft Parkway Extension project.