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   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session May 18, 2026",
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   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Durham City Council to vote on 24-month data center moratorium",
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   "date": "2026-04-23",
   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to consider moratorium on data centers and crypto-mining",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will consider adopting an ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on development approvals for data centers, crypto-mining, and related high-impact data processing facilities. The agenda also includes several contract authorizations, public hearings on annexations and economic development incentives, and updates on audits and reports.",
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   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $37M water plant upgrade and 10 new buses",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will vote on several major contracts and agreements, including a $37 million construction contract for the Williams Water Treatment Plant, a $8 million purchase of ten new GoDurham buses, and a $426,899 amendment to the Duke University fiber contract. The council will also hold public hearings on four proposed annexations and consider a 10-year lease for the Liberty Arts Pavilion. Several items are routine approvals, such as minutes and appointments.",
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   "date": "2026-04-09",
   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to approve $37M water plant upgrade, 10 new buses, and 4 annexations",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council work session will consider several major contracts and public hearings, including a $37 million construction contract for the Williams Water Treatment Plant, a $8 million purchase of ten diesel buses for GoDurham, and a $300,749 contract for the Durham Rail Trail. The council will also hold public hearings on four annexations and approve amendments to CDBG funding plans.",
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   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider $218M utility bond, zoning changes, and eminent domain",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $218 million utility revenue refunding bond, a $934,454 water meter purchase, and a $650,706 contract for flashing beacons. They will also hold public hearings on two zoning map changes: one for the Preserve at Infinity development and another for Top Golf Durham Mixed Use Phase 2. The meeting includes several proclamations and appointments to city boards.",
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   "date": "2026-03-19",
   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to consider $218M utility bond, zoning changes, and land purchases",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council work session covers administrative items, including appointments, contracts, and budget matters. Key actions include authorizing up to $218 million in utility revenue refunding bonds, ratifying a sales tax agreement with Durham County, and approving several capital project closeouts. Public hearings will be held on two zoning map changes, and the council will receive updates on affordable housing at 505 W. Chapel Hill Street and agenda format changes.",
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   "date": "2026-03-16",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to hear public comments on FY 2026-27 budget and $136M bond",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will hold public hearings on the FY 2026-27 budget and Capital Improvement Plan, and on issuing up to $136 million in limited obligation bonds. The consent agenda includes contract approvals, including a $4.7 million yard waste facility upgrade and a $194,150 drainage contract amendment. The council will also consider a zoning map change at 1612 Carpenter Fletcher Road and several annual reports.",
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   "date": "2026-03-05",
   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to hear public comments on $136M bond and FY26-27 budget",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council work session includes administrative consent items, departmental contracts, presentations, and public hearings. Key actions include a public hearing on the FY 2026-27 budget and Capital Improvement Plan, a hearing on issuing up to $136,000,000 in limited obligation bonds, and a zoning map change for 1612 Carpenter Fletcher Road. The agenda also includes several contract approvals and annual reports.",
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   "date": "2026-03-02",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider $91.8M water meter contract and $218M utility bonds",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes major financial items: a $91.8 million contract for water meter replacement, a $218 million utility revenue bond, and a $136 million limited obligation bond. It will also receive reports on crime, finances, and city programs, and make appointments to city boards.",
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   "date": "2026-02-19",
   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Durham City Council to consider $91.8M water meter contract",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council is holding a work session to discuss and decide on a range of items, including a major water meter replacement contract, bond financing, and a bridge repair contract. They will also receive reports on finances, crime, and various programs. The agenda includes several public comment periods.",
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   "date": "2026-02-16",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $4.8M bus charger contract, $3.4M sewer project",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will consider a consent agenda with several large contracts, including $4.8 million for GoDurham electric bus chargers, $3.4 million for sewer project management, and $2.5 million for transit facility design. They will also hold public hearings on the FY2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for HUD, the annexation of Leigh Village Center, and a zoning change for Creekside Mixed Use. Most other items are routine annual reports from city boards and commissions.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-02-11",
   "body": "JCC-DPS Meeting Feb 10, 2026",
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   "date": "2026-02-05",
   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to consider $7.7M radio tower contract and other major spending",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council work session will review several contracts and annual reports, including a $7.7 million radio tower project with Motorola, a $4.8 million electric bus charger purchase, and design contracts for a paratransit facility and roundabout. The council will also hold public hearings on the FY2026-2027 Annual Action Plan and the Leigh Village Center annexation, and receive a presentation on riparian buffer standards.",
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   "date": "2026-02-03",
   "body": "Durham City Council Meeting February 2, 2026 (Virtual)",
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   "date": "2026-01-22",
   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $13.5M street repair contract and other items",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will hold a work session to consider several contracts, appointments, and public hearings. Key items include authorizing a $13.47 million street repair contract, a $5.68 million pavement preservation contract, and a $517,500 police operations platform. The council will also hold public hearings on zoning changes and annexations.",
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   "date": "2026-01-20",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider $23.4M Fire Station 19 construction contract",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will hold public hearings on three annexations and zoning changes, and vote on a consent agenda with multiple contracts and grants. Key items include a $23.4 million construction contract for Fire Station 19, a $2 million agreement with Durham Tech for street upgrades, and several HUD grant ordinances. The meeting also includes ceremonial items and appointments.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-01-14",
   "body": "Durham City Council Work Session January 8, 2026",
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   "date": "2026-01-05",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $9.6M in sidewalk repair contracts",
   "summary": "The Durham City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for sidewalk repairs and inspections totaling over $9.6 million, funded partly by a 2024 bond referendum. They will also hold public hearings on two annexations and related zoning changes. The meeting includes routine appointments and proclamations.",
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