Durham Sets First-Ever Joint Community Conversations with Local Elected Officials
For the first time, Durham residents will have a new way to engage with their local City and County elected officials at three joint community meetings beginning later this month.
During these discussions, residents will be able to address issues and provide feedback directly with Durham City Council Members and Durham County Board of Commissioners on topics ranging from public safety, affordable housing, human services, education, and economic development.
Read moreDurham Demo Day to Celebrate Innovation Partnership Program
New ideas and technology are now percolating inside Durham City Hall and residents are invited to meet the local startup companies that made it happen during an event next month.
On Thursday, February 8 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Hayti Heritage Center, located at 804 Fayetteville St., the four 2017 cohort participants in the City of Durham’s new Innovate Durham program will share presentations about their company and the work they did in partnership with City departments at the program’s first-ever Demo Day. The event is open to the public and will provide an opportunity for residents and other local startups interested in civic technology to see a model for government innovation in action.
Read moreTax Time Tips
Guard your personal information. Identity thieves can use your Social Security number to take out loans, open credit cards or even collect your tax refund Email is vulnerable to hackers, so avoid emailing your Social Security number or other confidential information to a tax preparer or accountant. If you’re using a website to file your taxes, make sure your information is protected by looking for the lock icon on the address bar.
Read moreDurham Hosts E-Waste Recycling, Paper Shredding & Live Christmas Tree Disposal Event
Durham residents looking for an easy and free way to recycle electronic waste (e-waste), shred confidential documents, and dispose of their live Christmas trees should attend this City of Durham event next month.
The E-Waste Recycling, Paper Shredding, and Live Christmas Tree Disposal event will be on Saturday, January 20 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Durham County Memorial Stadium on the home side parking lot, located at 750 Stadium Dr. Staff will be on hand to assist with unloading old electronics, paper, and trees.
Read moreNeighborhood Matching Grants Applications
Have a neighborhood project in mind?
Looking for a way to bring your community together?
If so, apply for a Neighborhood Matching Grant!
The City will award up to $2,500 to successful applicants. Your neighborhood can match that investment with volunteer hours, in-kind donations, or cash.
Read moreHoliday Safety Tips
- To deter forced entry install single or double cylinder deadbolt locks on doors (3-inch wood screws minimum). Lock doors and windows when you leave home, even if it’s just for a few minutes. Do not leave key in door (s)!
- Don’t display gifts where they can be seen from the outside.
- Consider breaking boxes down and transporting to a recycling center instead of setting them at the curb.
- Conduct a holiday inventory. Take photographs or make videos of items and list descriptions and serial numbers. Keep photos/video in a secure place for future reference. If your home is burglarized, having a detailed inventory can help identify stolen items and make insurance claims easier to file. Make sure items like TVs, DVDs, DVD players, stereo equipment, cameras, camcorders, sports equipment, jewelry, silver, computers, home office equipment and power tools are on the list.