Old Farm residents demanded council block Northern High School's bus routes through their neighborhood, citing traffic dangers and diesel emissions that would disproportionately harm a predominantly Black and Brown community.
Old Farm residents, led by former Mayor Pro Tem Cora Cole McFadden, demanded City Council block Northern High School bus routes through their predominantly Black and Brown neighborhood, citing traffic dangers and diesel emissions that would harm vulnerable residents.
Council deferred a decision on 215 acres of city property near a closed landfill, with the Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association pushing for permanent nature preserve status while city staff recommended a less restrictive heritage area to preserve future infrastructure flexibility.
Council approved a new naming rights policy for city facilities, addressing a gap that existed despite recent inquiries about honoring former elected officials.