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City Transit Fund Shortfall and FY27 Work Program

The Board will consider amendments to the FY27 Q2 Durham Annual Transit Work Program — the rolling plan that shapes bus and transit service priorities.

7 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 2, 2026

HighBudget

Property Tax Revaluation and Transparency

The 2025 reappraisal drew 10,533 appeals — 42% more than 2019 — and hearings ran past the January 5 delinquency date, complicating the county budget. Staff will do an independent review and rework the process before the 2029 reappraisal.

5 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026

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Budget Vote

Durham's City Council is voting on a massive $668 million spending plan that dictates how your local tax dollars fund everyday city services. It's the ultimate roadmap for where our community's money goes this year.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 17, 2024