Durham City Council deferred a $4.8 million police surveillance software contract after community and council concerns about privacy risks and potential federal data sharing.
Council deferred the $4.8 million Paragrin police surveillance software contract after residents and members raised privacy concerns about data consolidation and potential federal agency sharing, requesting written responses and community meetings before reconsideration.
The city is advancing the $200 million voter-approved 2024 bond with 20 miles of sidewalk repairs over 50% complete and four major parks entering design, including the Merrickmore Aquatic Center opening Memorial Day 2029.
Council approved a $4.8 million five-year contract to replace the city's permitting system with cloud-based Clarity software and contracted stormwater maintenance to Dragonfly Environmental.