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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Carrboro public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Tree Giveaway
Carrboro is hooking locals up with free native trees to plant in their yards, helping the town boost its greenery. You can grab up to two free trees to spruce up your property and help the environment.
Election Resources
Carrboro just made voting way easier with a brand-new interactive guide for the 2026 elections. Check it out online to get your ballot game plan ready before heading to the polls.
Clean Energy Program
Carrboro just launched 'Electrify the Triangle,' a fresh program designed to help locals lower their monthly energy bills while making their homes cozier. It's an easy way to upgrade your living space and save some cash on utilities.
Bolin Creek Greenway Crossing Analysis
The town council reviewed the crossing analysis for Phases 3 and 4 of the Bolin Creek Greenway, discussing the trade-offs between short low-profile bridges that create a flood rise and require a FEMA CLOMR versus expensive high-span bridges.
Subscription Curbside Composting Partnership
Staff and private partners introduced a proposal for a discounted curbside composting service costing residents $19 a month. The program would help reduce landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions at zero cost to the town.
Waste Collection Delay
Trash pickup is running late today in Carrboro, so just leave your bin at the curb until crews can get to it. It's an annoying delay, but your garbage will eventually be collected.
School Closure
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools is considering closing down some elementary schools because fewer kids are enrolling. If you've got kids in the district, get ready for potential school shake-ups and impacts on your home's value.
Homestead Road Speed Limit Reduction
The town approved lowering the speed limit on a portion of Homestead Road to 35 mph as part of a joint corridor safety and resurfacing project with NCDOT and Chapel Hill.
ADA Transition Plan and Accessibility Improvements
The planning department provided an update on the town's ADA self-evaluation, digital accessibility compliance, and sidewalk assessments.
Legal Dispute
A local judge hit pause on Carrboro's lawsuit against Duke Energy, demanding more details before letting the legal battle move forward. This means our town's face-off with the utility giant is still completely up in the air.
All-America City Award
Carrboro just snagged the prestigious 2025 All-America City Award, putting our town on the national map for local innovation. It's a huge win that highlights the cool things happening right in our backyard.
Climate Change Litigation
Carrboro is jumping into a lawsuit against Duke Energy to fight climate change. This legal showdown could shake up local green rules and change what we all pay for power.
Climate Change Lawsuit
Carrboro is suing Duke Energy to make them pay for climate change costs. If they win, it could open the floodgates for other towns to demand money from big energy companies.
Historic Preservation
Carrboro just slapped official landmark status on the historic Strayhorn homeplace, giving the town's local history some serious extra protection. It's a big win for keeping our town's roots intact while things change around us.
Sanctuary Cities Policy
Worried about sanctuary city drama hitting Carrboro? Relax—local leaders say recent federal executive orders won't change local policies or put your tax dollars at risk.