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Chicken Hut Becomes Landmark, City Manager Spending Authority Boosted

The council celebrated proclamations—from MedWeek to water awareness and arts—then unanimously set new contract approval thresholds, landing at $250k for services and $500k for goods, construction, and electric utility purchases. Public hearings crowned the Chicken Hut a local historic landmark and closed with a 4–3 annexation vote for Heartland Park townhomes, after debate on affordability and environmental protections.

October 6th, 2025 •

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Contract Limits Raised; Chicken Hut Honored

The council unanimously raised purchasing thresholds, setting services at $250,000 and most others at $500,000 to free meeting time for policy work. Members also celebrated the Chicken Hut’s historic designation for its civil rights legacy and community impact, and later narrowly approved annexing Heartland Park with an increased affordable home commitment.

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October 6th, 2025 • By Wes Platt

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Contract Transparency Debate, Wildlife Feeding, and Tenant Protections

The council weighed changes to contract approval thresholds, debating how best to balance transparency, efficiency, and public access to information. Members also discussed a proposed ordinance to strengthen tenant protections for those facing hazardous living conditions, with advocates and city staff highlighting both legal challenges and urgent community needs.

Durham City Council

September 18th, 2025 • By Wes Platt

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Triangle Rail Service Expands Amid Funding Hurdles

This excerpt focus on planned improvements to regional rail, including more frequent passenger trains and new investments in existing corridors, as leaders work to position the Triangle for future rail growth.

Durham City Council

September 15th, 2025 • By David Bradway

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Unity, Free Speech, and Rail Updates in Durham

The council reflects on Welcoming Week, community division, and the responsibilities of public service amid controversy over a police chief's social media post. Updates on regional rail progress and calls for civility, accountability, and support for Durham’s youth round out the meeting.

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September 15th, 2025 • By Wes Platt

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