Durham County Commissioners approved a $1.5 million federal grant—the nation's largest from the Energy Department—to retrofit at least 200 homes for energy efficiency at no cost to income-qualified residents.
Durham County won the nation's largest Energy Department grant at $1.5 million to retrofit at least 200 homes for energy efficiency at no cost to income-qualified residents, with work beginning in early 2025.
Commissioners approved a $20.2 million sewer infrastructure project for Chin Page Road Lift Station to support Research Triangle Park growth, funded by a $19.3 million state loan at 1.16% interest.
Commissioner Howton challenged the county subsidizing infrastructure for private development, proposing future tax incentive recipients contribute to a dedicated infrastructure fund for board consideration.
This meeting was published as multiple videos. The primary recording is above; the additional segments are linked below.