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Announcements (5min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: April 13, 2026
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1. Redwood Convenience Site Closed for Renovation - The Redwood Convenience Site at 100 Electra Road closed on April 1 for a year‑long renovation project. During the closure, residents in unincorporated Durham County are encouraged to visit one of the County’s two other convenience sites: Parkwood Convenience Site (5928 Highway 55) and Northern Convenience Site (11894 N. Roxboro Road). More information: <https://dconc.gov/DurhamCo-News/Redwood-Convenience-Site-to-Close-April-1-for-Renovation-Project.htm>
2. Burn Ban Continues in Durham - A countywide burn ban went into effect in Durham County on March 23, 2026. Due to ongoing dry conditions and increased fire danger, the ban issued by the Durham County Office of Emergency Services, Fire Marshal Division, remains in effect until further notice. The N.C. Forest Service has also issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective March 28. Durham County has the authority to issue the ban within 100 feet of a structure while the NC Forest Service can issue a ban from 100 feet outward. The two bans combined prohibit open and recreational burning anywhere in the county.
3. Durham's Neighborhood Approach to Home Energy Savings - Durham County's Energy Burden & Emissions Reduction Program (EBERP) helps income-qualified households lower energy costs through free home energy upgrades and repairs. Serving specifically selected neighborhoods in Durham. See if your home is within the neighborhood boundary and learn more at www.NCenergyneighbors.com <http://www.NCenergyneighbors.com>.
4. 2026 Durham County Food Security Grants Program - Are you a nonprofit working to improve food access and strengthen food security in Durham County? This is your chance to grow your impact! Durham County is now accepting applications for the 2026 Food Security Grant, offering funding opportunities for community food security projects. Nonprofit organizations can apply for $20,000-$50,000 to support projects that improve food access and strengthen community food security. Deadline to apply is Friday, April 17 at 11:59 p.m. Learn more and access the application here: <https://go.ncsu.edu/durhamfoodsecurity2026>.
5. County Veteran Services to Operate with Limited Services April 22-24 - Residents seeking assistance from Durham County Veterans Services from Wednesday, April 22, through Friday, April 24, 2026, should note that limited services will be available as staff attend an annual accreditation training. The department will resume normal operations on Monday, April 27. During this period, appointments with a veteran services officer will not be available. However, customers can still reach Veteran Services by calling 919-560-8387, emailing veteranservices@dconc.gov <mailto:veteranservices@dconc.gov>, or visiting their office at 201 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, NC 27701.
6. Summer Opportunities for Young People - The City of Durham, Durham County, and Durham Public Schools are offering an extensive list of summer programs and internships ranging from Durham Fire and Police Department Camps, Kids Voting Durham Internships and DPS Summer Learning Opportunities. Please email ooy@durhamnc.gov <mailto:ooy@durhamnc.gov> or visit www.durhamnc.gov/5226/Summer-Opportunities-for-Young-People <http://www.durhamnc.gov/5226/Summer-Opportunities-for-Young-People> for additional information.