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Hello, neighbors! It's feeling a little bit like Groundhog Day in Chapel Hill as we prepare for another winter storm. In this issue, find ways to stay in the know about facility and service changes, get details about the next Coffee with a Cop, and sign up for the next Peoples Academy. |
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We're Watching the Forecast
We're monitoring the potential for more winter weather this weekend. Should the forecast hold up, we'll share updates through email alerts, social media, and our emergency page.
Last Week's Winter Weather
Many of our crews have pivoted from removing snow to brining roads. The staff and trucks who plow are the same ones who brine. This means we’re not able to plow additional streets right now. Thank you for your understanding.
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Food Distribution Rescheduled for Feb. 3
Our food distribution originally scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 28 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 11 a.m. Should this change based on weekend weather, check the Town calendar. We're also always looking for volunteers for this twice-a-month distribution. Sign up if you're interested!
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Thank You, Town of Chapel Hill Team
Staff worked around the clock during the recent winter storm, and they'll be ready to respond to the potential weather coming this weekend. From brining the streets, staging traffic cones, and sanding slick spots to monitoring road conditions, managing resources, and checking on vulnerable populations, our Town team has been working hard to prep, respond, and recover from this winter storm. Big thank you to everyone who's been involved!
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Coffee with a Cop on February 3
You're invited to join the Chapel Hill Police Department for Coffee with a Cop on Tuesday, February 3, at Panera Bread from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Our Guardians of the Hill will be there for coffee and a chat!
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Bright Star Theatre Presents Black History Hall of Fame
Bring the kids (pre-K and up) to the library on Saturday, Feb. 7 for a fast-paced journey through Black History. From 3 to 3:45 p.m., "meet" Maya Angelou, Aretha Franklin, Mae Jemison, the Buffalo Soldiers and more. So many amazing people and so little time to meet them all! Register today to claim your spots.
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Community Center Park Volunteer Day
Join us on Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Community Center Park near the Rose Garden on the Bolin Creek Trail. We'll remove bamboo and prepare the site for native plantings to help with stormwater flow. We'll be there from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Upcoming Homestead Aquatic Center Maintenance
The Homestead Aquatic Center will be closed for annual maintenance February 9–22. During the closure, wwimmers can visit the Community Center Pool, which will open according to Homestead hours: 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Shape the Future of Chapel Hill Transit: Blueprint 2035
Blueprint 2035 will help guide Chapel Hill Transit’s service and investment decisions for the next decade. Our goal is having a transit network that's reliable, accessible, and responsive for everyone in Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Your feedback will guide the changes! Here's how you can get involved:
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Join the Peoples Academy/Escuela Cívica
Learn how your local government works on March 3:
- How we make decisions
- What services we provide
- How you can participate
Aprenda cómo funciona su gobierno local el 3 de marzo:
- Qué servicios ofrecemos
- Cómo tomamos las decisiones
- Cómo puede participar
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Take Care in Frigid Temperatures
The arctic air can be dangerous. Combined with brisk winds, dangerously cold wind chill values can result. People exposed to extreme cold are susceptible to frostbite and can succumb to hypothermia in a matter of minutes. Here's what you can do to help:
- Limit time outside when possible.
- Wear multiple layers and cover exposed skin.
- Take frequent warming breaks and remove any wet clothing.
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Artist Call: Storm Drain Murals
Spruce up a storm drain and educate the community about our waterways. We're inviting local artists to add to our collection of storm drain murals around Chapel Hill. Murals should celebrate the environment and inspire action. Open to artists ages 18+ within 40 miles of Chapel Hill. Finalists get $100, and selected artist will receive $1,400.
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Artist Call: Art + Transit Bus Shelters
We’re searching for Triangle-based artists to create original 2-D designs for local bus shelters, adding to our collection of 45+ artistic shelters around Chapel Hill and Carrboro. We'll print final designs on adhesive vinyl and install them on bus shelter glass. Open to artists and teams ages 18+ within 40 miles of Chapel Hill. Finalists get $100, and selected artist will receive $500-$600 based on shelter size.
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Planning Commission
Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 6 p.m., virtual |
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Ongoing
OWASA's W. Rosemary St. project is underway. OWASA is replacing an aging water main along W. Rosemary St. This project will take about 18 months, and it’ll require significant road closures and detours.
- For the most up-to-date traffic impacts and project happenings, visit owasa.org/rosemary.
- Bike lanes are currently closed; drivers should use caution as bicyclists merge into the travel lane.
- In a few weeks, W. Rosemary St. will be be closed to thru traffic with detours.
Long-term lane closure: S. Columbia St. UNC steam tunnel replacement Dec. 2025 to Dec. 2027 One lane will be closed between South Rd./McCauley St. and Cameron Ave.
Manning Dr. at Hospital Dr. and East Dr. sidewalk closure
Dec. 1, 2025 - Feb. 13, 2026, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
UNC Hospital contractor will waterproof the pedestrian bridge.
207-209 Meadowmont Ln. sidewalk and bike lane closure
Present to March 2026
Drivers should remain alert to bicyclists merging into the main travel lane.
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.
TBD
Pope Rd. near Ephesus Church Rd. NCDOT 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 conditions.
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