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Announcements (5min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: September 22, 2025
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1. DPS 2025 College Fair - Thinking about college? Meet reps from national colleges and universities, explore programs and scholarships, and take your next step at the Durham Public Schools 2025 College Fair on Saturday, September 30 at the Durham Convention Center (301 W. Morgan Street). This free event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5:30 to 7 p.m. Registration is required at https://app.strivescan.com/registration.
2. Low-Income Homeowners Relief Program - Durham homeowners can now apply for Durham County's Low-Income Homeowners Relief Program, known as LIHR. This program is a joint effort from the Durham County Department of Social Services and the Durham County Tax Administration. This program exclusively serves homeowners who have lived in their homes at least 5 years, have no current state tax subsidies for their property, and have incomes less than or equal to 80 percent of Average Median Income (AMI). Find information and the application here: https://dconc.gov/Social-Services/Aging-and-Adult-Services/Low-Income-Housing-Relief-LIHR. Call 919-560-8000 for an appointment with an LIHR specialist if you need application assistance.
3. 2025 Municipal Primary Election - Early Voting for the 2025 Municipal Primary Election voting is being held in person at one of five early voting sites continuing through 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 4. The 2025 Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., at your assigned polling place. More info at www.dconc.gov or by calling 919-560-0700.
4. Inaugural Durham County Fall Native Plant Sale - The Durham Cooperative Extension and Durham Soil and Water Conservation District have teamed up to host the inaugural Durham County Fall Native Plant Sale on Thursday, September 25, from 4-6 p.m. at 721 Foster Street. Come purchase native plants from local vendors Driv...
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