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Chapel Hill: Returning From COVID, ARPA Input and 2022 Goals

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 20, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, January 20. Hemminger shares details on upcoming meetings for the town government, including opportunities for residents to share thoughts on how to spend funding from the American Rescue Plan. Plus: the mayor shares her 2022 goals for the Chapel Hill community and details her experienced recovering from COVID-19.

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Chapel Hill: Pedestrian Safety, South Creek and the Economic Sustainability Committee

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 13, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Town Council member Jess Anderson joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, January 13. She discusses the latest talks around Estes Drive and pedestrian safety after two separate collisions. Anderson also shares highlights from the recent town council meeting and Chapel Hill’s Economic Sustainability Committee. Plus: details on preparation for winter weather and Martin Luther King Jr. Day events!

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Rising Price of Homes Threatens Diversity in Chapel Hill

Posted by Benjamin Rappaport | Jan 5, 2022 | Development, Instagram, Local Government

A recent study from housing consultants in Chapel Hill showed the town needs to build approximately 485 homes every year to keep up with rising demand in the area. Local housing experts say a combination of an expensive housing market and rapid development in town are making that goal harder to achieve.

Chapel Hill: Estes Drive Pedestrian Improvements Delayed Until Spring

Posted by Elle Kehres | Jan 2, 2022 | Development, Local Government

The Town of Chapel Hill is officially delaying construction on the Estes Drive Connectivity Project until the spring. The project is slated to construct sidewalks, crossing and intersection improvements as well as raised bike lanes along Estes Drive.

Extended Sidewalks on East Franklin To Be Removed Over Winter Break

Posted by Elle Kehres | Dec 21, 2021 | Instagram, Local Government, Traffic

The Town of Chapel Hill plans to remove its extended sidewalks from East Franklin Street ahead of UNC students’ return to campus in the new year.

Chapel Hill: South Creek, Housing Assistance and East Franklin Street

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Dec 16, 2021 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss some local events on Thursday, December 16. There are still a handful of local government meetings ahead of winter break, including the Community Design Commission discussing a new project on Thursday. Plus: the town is hoping some community members will make donations to an emergency housing fund, East Franklin Street is expecting to see a change in the coming weeks and several emergency responders are set to be honored.

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Chapel Hill: A New Term, New Town Council Members and Free Parking

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Dec 9, 2021 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, December 9. She details how Wednesday’s organizational meeting for the town council went, as Chapel Hill welcomed three new council members. She also shares some highlights of the recent Metro Mayors meeting and details on the town’s free parking on the weekends this month.

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Orange County’s Indoor Mask Mandate Extended To Mid-January

Posted by Aaron Keck | Nov 24, 2021 | COVID-19, Local Government

With COVID-19 cases back on the rise, Orange County officials are extending the county’s indoor mask mandate into early 2022.

Chapel Hill: Greene Tract, A New Hotel, Arbor Day and Thanksgiving

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Nov 18, 2021 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, November 18. She shares updates from Wednesday’s town council meeting, which include the approval of a new downtown hotel and a resolution on the Greene Tract. Plus: upcoming events around Arbor Day, Thanksgiving Day and early thoughts on the likely state budget.

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Chapel Hill: Porthole Alley, Rosemary Street and Fall Trees!

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Nov 11, 2021 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, November 11. She discusses highlights from the latest town council meeting, as well as public feedback sessions on UNC redevelopment of Porthole Alley. Plus: details on the Tree of the Year competition!

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