Durham County Commissioners approved a record $966 million budget with a 4.65 percent property tax increase, drawing Commissioner Wendy Jacobs's opposition over impacts on fixed-income residents.
Durham County Commissioners approved a record $966 million budget with a 4.65 percent property tax increase, allocating $27.4 million to Durham Public Schools and $750,000 for low-income homeowner tax relief.
Commissioner Wendy Jacobs voted against the budget citing concerns about fixed-income residents, while Commissioner Michelle Burton criticized school board members for ignoring complaints about racial slurs and abuse incidents for four years.
The board committed $300,000 to hosting the 2029 World University Games in Durham, expected to draw 10,000 athletes from 150 countries with an estimated $150 to $370 million economic impact.