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Chapel Hill: Snow Closures, “Wheels of Wellness,” Bus Rapid Transit

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 23, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, January 23. She discussed the snow’s effect on the community over the past several days. She also talked about a large grant the town was recently awarded for a bike-education program called “Wheels of Wellness.” She also talked about funding received for the town’s proposed North South Bus Rapid Transit. She also updated other town news and events.

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Orange County: Capital Needs Funding and Oversight, Snow Response

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 22, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, January 22. She discussed the school bond money for the school’s capital needs, and what will happen next with that, including whether each district will hire their own project manager, or if the commissioners will hire one for both districts. She also discussed the snow and how it has impacted local events, including the commissioners’ meeting Tuesday night.

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Hillsborough: Vultures, Snow, Housing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 21, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 21, discussing town news and events. He expanded on the recent issue with vultures congregating near Queen Street, including further feedback from the community and the potential timeline for the town to take action. He also previewed the upcoming meeting of the Hillsborough Town Board of Commissioners, where they will discuss residential zoning and the importance of maintaining a zoning balance, and more.

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Carrboro: Pedestrian Plaza Downtown, Drakeford Library Open Date, Winter Weather

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 17, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, January 17, discussing town news and events. She discussed the Town Council’s recent consideration of East Weaver Street downtown becoming a pedestrian and bike only plaza. She talked about the council’s commitment to the idea and the challenges that lie ahead in finding out if it can be a reality. She talked about the official open date set for the Drakeford Library Complex, Carrboro’s winter weather response, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Snow, Development Updates, DEQ Hearing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 16, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, January 16, discussing town news and events. She talked about her experience with last week’s snow and preparing for the potential of more snow next week. She also got detailed about a development proposal south on 15-501, as well as a five to six story mixed use residential building on South Elliot. She mentioned the town’s new Poet Laureate Donovan Livingston, tonight’s DEQ hearing on fuel pellets, and more.

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Orange County: Board Retreat, Property Tax Revaluation, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 15, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, January 15. She discussed the upcoming Orange County Commissioners’ Retreat, and what they expect to address. She talked about the upcoming budget process and how her school board background informs that. She also talked about the upcoming Orange County Property Tax Revaluation, with notifications expected to be sent out in mid-March.

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Hillsborough: Turkey Vulture Problem, Snow Response, Legislative Goals

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 14, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 14, discussing town news and events. He discussed Hillsborough’s experience with this past weekend’s snowfall. He also talked about the recent Board of Commissioners meeting, which saw a complaint against a resident who has been feeding turkey vultures. The accumulating vultures have become a nuisance to some in the town, prompting discussion of town action. He also discussed legislative goals for the General Assembly, upcoming Martin Luther King, Jr. Day events, and more.

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Carrboro: Drakeford Library Complex, Race & Equity Initiatives, Newbury Subdivision

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 10, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, January 10. She discussed a recent update on race and equity initiatives in the Town. She also discussed the conclusion of a quasi-judicial hearing on the Newbury Subdivision. She talked about the upcoming opening of the Drakeford Library Complex, the Carrboro Film Festival moving to the Century Center, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Snow Storm Coming, Budget Retreat, Cogen Hearing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 9, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, January 9. She discussed upcoming town news and events, including the town preparing for the expected Friday evening snow storm. She also discussed the upcoming Town Council Budget retreat as the town prepares for the predicted winter weather on Friday evening. She also talked about the Town’s budget retreat for this weekend, the upcoming DEQ public hearing on UNC’s Cogen plant planning to burn a new type of fuel pellet, and more.

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Orange County: Opioid Settlement Funds, Sustainability Award, Priorities for 2025

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 8, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, January 8. She discussed the county government’s priorities for 2025, including the upcoming retreat and first look at the county budget. She also talked about some opioid settlement funds that recently became available. She discussed a recent grant the sustainability team won for a heat-mapping and tree planting initiative, and more.

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