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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Durham County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Participatory Budgeting
Durham County is giving incarcerated residents a direct say in how public money gets spent through a new participatory budgeting program. It's a bold move to bring a deeply marginalized group into local decision-making and civic life.
State Budget Impact
Because state lawmakers still haven't passed a budget, Durham County is feeling the financial pinch. We might see some tight spots for local services while the county waits on Raleigh to act.
Housing Funds
Durham County is sitting on $1.3 million in federal cash meant for HIV housing that's just going unused. Leaders are scrambling to figure out why the funds aren't actually reaching the people who need them.
Property Tax Increases
Durham's booming growth is causing property taxes to skyrocket, leaving many residents stressed about getting priced out of their own homes. Local leaders are facing massive pressure to figure out how to keep housing affordable while tax bills keep climbing.