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Hello, neighbors! We're making a splash - Homestead Aquatic Center will re-open on March 31. But that's not all. Be sure to catch up on some exciting awards, surveys for Safe Routes to School and W. Cameron Ave. bike project, and upcoming events you don't want to miss. |
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Homestead Aquatic Re-Opens March 31
Thanks for your patience, swimmers! Grab your suit and your goggles, brush off the pollen and enjoy your spring break in the newly-updated Homestead Aquatic Center. It's set to re-open on March 31 at 5:30 a.m. The facility has a new HVAC system, shower spaces, and pool deck. We're excited to welcome you back.
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GIS Team Wins G. Herbert Stout Award
Congratulations to our GIS and Analytics Division on winning the G. Herbert Stout Award. This award recognizes the innovative use of geographic information systems by local governments in North Carolina. Senior GIS Analyst Dave Almond and the GIS team won the award for enhancing our Residential On-Street Parking Temporary Permit process. They turned a cumbersome, paper-based process into an automated and efficient process that can now serve as a template for other workflows in the organization. Congrats, team!
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Crisis Unit Supervisor Receives Department's Herman Stone Award
Earlier this week, Chapel Hill Police Crisis Unit Supervisor Sarah Belcher received the Department’s Herman Stone Award. This award is named in honor of former Chief Stone and recognizes a deep commitment to community service and respect. One of Sarah’s teammates said, “Sarah’s ability to remain calm under pressure and provide solutions has affected countless lives and made a lasting impact on our community.” Congratulations, Sarah!
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Learn the Basics of a Local Government Budget on April 9
Join us for an interactive budget workshop on April 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Chapel Hill Public Library. Learn about our budget process from our Business Management staff and play a budget-balancing game. This is part of our Peoples Academy Deep-Dive series.
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Big Book Sale is Back April 11-13
The Friends of Chapel Hill Public Library invite bargain hunters and book lovers to their upcoming Big Book Sale— April 11 through April 13 at the Library. Shoppers will find a large inventory of gift-ready gently used fiction and non-fiction books for children and adults, as well as puzzles. Prices start at only 1 dollar.
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Do You Have Docs to Shred?
Orange County residents, small businesses, and local government employees can stop by Eubanks Park and Ride Lot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 12 to shred confidential documents for free. Some limitations apply.
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Comment on the Safe Routes to School Draft Plan
Couldn't make it to the in-person open house to share your thoughts about the draft Safe Routes to School Action Plan? No worries. You can comment on your school's draft action plan online. Submit your thoughts at Engage Chapel Hill by Sunday, March 30.
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Survey:
W. Cameron Ave. Bike Infrastructure
We've got federal funding to design and construct protected bike infrastructure on W. Cameron Ave. from Merritt Mill Rd. to N. Columbia St. We want to hear from you. Take the survey and come to one of our many outreach opportunities to help us choose the design and learn more about the project.
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School System Superintendent Search
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School (CHCCS) system is beginning their search for their next superintendent. The Board of Education wants to hear from you. Fill out the family/student/community survey about the qualities and characteristics you believe to be most important in the next leader of CHCCS.
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Council met for a work session on Wednesday, March 26 at the Chapel Hill Public Library. A staff presentation covered tracking Council's strategic goals and an update on the budget process.
Read the agenda.
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Ongoing
Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. between North St. and Longview St. fiber work lane and sidewalk closures
March 17 - 31, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Pedestrians should follow the posted detour
207-209 Meadowmont Lane sidewalk and bike lane closure
March 13, 2025 - March 13, 2026
Drivers should remain alert to bicyclists who merge into the main travel lane.
S. Columbia St. Carrington Hall work
Present to December 2026
A pedestrian detour is in place along S. Columbia St. near Medical Dr. as crews work on Carrington Hall.
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Upcoming
Pope Rd. near Ephesus Church Rd. culvert repair Dates to be determined. For more information, email Jcmanuel-nelson@ncdot.gov
All road work depends on the weather. Schedules may change accordingly. Google Maps and Waze show the most up-to-date traffic conditions
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