The workshop focused on gathering the Council's vision for the Revitalization of Flooded Commercial Districts program. Discussions were held to establish priorities that will inform the development of a future Notice of Funding Opportunity. Council members participated in breakout sessions covering commercial redevelopment, economic vitality and small business recovery, and public realm and infrastructure investments, the results of which will be used to refine program documentation and assess project feasibility.
Aug 18, 2026·
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The committee reviewed the findings of the resilience hubs mapping project, which identified an existing, geographically dispersed network of organizations providing services during the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helen. The discussion emphasized the importance of relational connectivity, communication infrastructure, and the role of grassroots organizations. Additionally, the committee addressed the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBGDR) infrastructure allocation, focusing on the regulatory requirements for using these funds for hard infrastructure investments in public-facing facilities.
Jun 16, 2026·Board meeting
Housing and Community Development Committee Remote Meeting
The committee meeting focused on a proposal for the development of 42 townhomes on city-owned land at 290 Oak Hill. Key discussion topics included the selection of a development team, a detailed construction financing model involving a $1.6 million loan and down payment assistance for affordable housing units, and the inclusion of market-rate housing within the project. Additionally, the committee addressed neighborhood concerns regarding traffic impact and the possibility of future zoning review.
Jun 9, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council conducted an agenda briefing worksession and a formal meeting. Key actions included the approval of a budget amendment for the Eagle and Market Street Enhancements Project, authorization of an agreement with the UNC School of Government for the North Carolina Benchmarking Project, and approval of various employee insurance contracts. The Council also renewed an automatic aid agreement with the Reems Creek Fire Department, awarded a contract for the Public Works Air Handler Unit Replacement Project, and addressed municipal property tax refunds. A public hearing was held regarding a substantial amendment to the CDBG-DR Action Plan. Additionally, the Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026-27 annual operating budget and parking fee adjustments, authorized the submission of the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for the CDBG and HOME programs, and approved an additional award of CDBG-DR multi-family housing funds for the Terrace at River Hills project.
