In This Video
  • NCCU Chancellor Akinleye makes remarks after receiving the key to the city. 
  • Before presenting the Police Week and Peace Officer Day Proclamation, Mayor Williams shares personal reflections on the role and sacrifices of law enforcement officers in Durham, emphasizing the importance of not taking their service for granted. 
  • Chief Patrice Andrews expresses gratitude for the proclamation and reflects on the sacrifices of law enforcement officers, urging the community to support those who continue to serve. 
  • After sharing thoughts on a positive experience at NCCU's graduation, Council Member Cook turned to the recent arrest of protestors at her alma mater, UNC. She shares her views on the use of anti-Semitism in justifying certain actions and expresses solidarity with Jewish students and those advocating for peace. 
  • Council Member Cook expresses solidarity with Jewish students and those advocating for peace. 
  • Council Member Caballero discusses the potential impact of House Bill 10 on the immigrant community and public safety, emphasizing the importance of local law enforcement discretion. 
  • Councilmember Rist emphasizes the importance of Vision Zero goals for street safety. 
  • Councilmember Freeman begins discussion of a funding request for a summer camp program. 
  • Presentation by Dr. Joyce Blackwell on behalf of Built to Last Innovations Lab detailing the organization's efforts to support underrepresented businesses and residents in Durham, and requesting funding for fiscal year 2024-25. 
  • Denise Rosen introduces the Durham Freedom Schools summer camp, detailing its history, goals, and the impact it aims to have on children through literacy and STEAM activities. 
  • Kassib Abdullah presents the needs of Believers United for Progress, focusing on their food insecurity program and the development of the Hope Center to provide services to the community. 
  • Megan Wilder speaks about Bull City Best's initiatives, including the Annie Project and Building Bridges project, emphasizing their commitment to supporting the houseless and students in Durham. 
  • Megan Wilder speaks about Bull City Best's initiatives, including the Annie Project and Building Bridges project, emphasizing their commitment to supporting the houseless and students in Durham. 
  • Otis Lyons and Tanisha Adams discuss Campaign for Change's efforts in anti-gang and anti-drug focus, including the development of a Gang Transition house to help rehabilitate gang members. 
  • Otis Lyons and Tanisha Adams discuss Campaign for Change's efforts in anti-gang and anti-drug focus, including the development of a Gang Transition house to help rehabilitate gang members. 
  • City Manager (Speaker 13) confirms the inclusion of a sum of money in the proposed budget for community priorities, emphasizing the need for a process to manage numerous priorities and proposals. 
  • Council Member Middleton raises concerns about the process being used and why one organization may receive funding in the current budget instead of from a fund that may be in the next fiscal year's budget. 
  • Council Member Freeman clarifies her position on the importance of supporting children's needs over procedural concerns, advocating for immediate action to support a specific summer camp in the Cornwallis neighborhood. 
  • Councilmember Caballero discusses the ethical considerations and challenges of allocating public funds, emphasizing the importance of process and transparency in decision-making to avoid corruption and ensure fairness. 
  • Council Member Freeman responds on ethics and makes a motion to move forward with the funding. 
  • Mayor Williams provides some history on prior requests and shares his preferred approach. 
  • The motion is now made and the vote is taken. 
  • The council considers a zoning request change for nearly 26 acres of land. 
  • Attorney Neil Ghosh discusses the development potential of the area between downtown Durham and RTP, emphasizing the importance of infill development like Fox Crossing Phase Two. 
  • Traffic engineer Nate Boquin presents the traffic impact analysis for Fox Crossing 2, discussing anticipated traffic distribution, safety improvements, and traffic counts. 
  • Paul Joffrion presents his concerns about the proposed development near his home, focusing on traffic, pedestrian safety, and the impact on local streets and the community. 
  • John Curry speaks, as others did, to the environmental impact the development would have. 
  • Council Member Baker questions the developer about affordable housing commitments, green building standards, and responses to BPAC comments. Kenyon Burnham discusses financial constraints and commitments to energy efficiency. 
  • Councilmember Middleton reflects on the case's impact on urban footprint, and the challenges of urbanization in a growing city. 
  • Councilmember Caballero shares observations on the development site and the implications of urban growth boundaries. 
  • Council Member Cook expresses support for the project, highlighting the need for residential density and accessibility to transit within the city. 
  • Council Member Baker highlights the commitment to affordable housing and the challenges of urbanization and development near residential areas. 
  • Council Member Freeman voices opposition to the project, citing concerns about the treatment of residents in the process and the lack of perceived community benefit. 
  • Motion and vote regarding the ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance, initiated by Council Member Cook. 
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May 6, 2024 Meeting

The council made wide ranging comments during announcements ahead of their business agenda. The main business discussions focused on how to support local nonprofits and a substantial rezoning near RTP.

30mins of 4hr 56min meeting
Budget Housing Policy Planning & Zoning

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YouTube Notes

0:00 Stream starts

1:38 Open

2:13 Call to Order

2:33 Moment of Silent Meditation

2:56 Pledge of Allegiance

3:21 Roll Call

5:16 Ceremonial Item - Recognition of Johnson O. Akinleye, Chancellor, North Carolina Central University

16:35 Ceremonial Item - Year of the Aerial Insectivore Proclamation

22:43 Ceremonial Item - Police Week and Peace Officer Day Proclamation

31:16 Ceremonial Item - Drinking Water Week Proclamation

36:26 Ceremonial Item - National Pan-Hellenic Council of Durham and Orange Counties Day Proclamation

46:53 Announcements by Council

1:25:47 Priority Items by the City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk

1:29:05 Consent Agenda (Items 1 - 19) [unanimously approved]

General Business Agenda - Public Hearings

1:34:09 25. SUMMER CAMP FUNDING REQUEST (fails 4 - 3)

2:23:35 Break / Recess

2:36:19 22. CONSOLIDATED ANNEXATION – CATES ESTATE (unanimously approved)

2:51:51 23. CONSOLIDATED ZONING MAP CHANGE – FOX CROSSING II (passed 4 - 3)

4:46:45 24. FY2025 STORMWATER RATES (unanimously approved)

4:55:49 Adjournment

Welcome to the Durham City Council meeting for May 6, 2024.

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