Oct 13, 2026Board meeting agenda packet
Joint City-County Committee With Durham Public Schools Board Of Education Joint Committee Meeting
The meeting focused on intergovernmental coordination between the City of Durham, Durham County, and Durham Public Schools. Key discussion topics included an analysis of the Durham Minimum Livable Wage (DMLW) policy, specifically its rapid escalation and its impact on internal city pay scales and public sector alignment. The committee also addressed the property tax appeals process, updates on the homelessness strategic framework and housing investments, and public school transportation initiatives involving partnerships with GoDurham. Additionally, the committee reviewed economic indicators and state budget challenges affecting local government financial planning.