Durham Government Roundup: Regional School Policy Meeting Canceled
Durham’s Regional School District 13 Policy Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, was canceled. Its agenda included reviews of three school policies.
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22-Year-Old North Haven Man Killed in Durham Crash
A 22-year-old North Haven man died after his vehicle left Main Street, also known as Route 17, in Durham, struck a guardrail, a sign and a utility pole, and came to rest, police said.
EPA Launches Five-Year Review of Durham Meadows Superfund Site Cleanup
EPA launched a mandatory five-year review of Durham Meadows Superfund on Feb. 13, 2026, assessing VOC contamination cleanup and soil excavation at Durham Manufacturing Co.
Durham Government Roundup: BOE Addresses School Naming and Construction, Selectmen Hold Budget Workshop
Durham's government held a full week of meetings March 2–5, 2026. The Board of Selectmen met twice on March 2 and continues budget workshops today, while RSD 13's Building Committee and School Naming Committee convened March 4. The Planning and Zoning Commission also met March 4.
Durham Faces Snow Removal Budget Deficit and Critically Low Salt Reserves After Winter Storms
Durham's snow removal budget is overdrawn and salt supplies are critically low after recent winter storms. Officials are addressing the issue through upcoming budget hearings, but residents await updated information on response plans.
Durham Meeting Roundup: Traffic Camera Hearing Kicks Off Budget Season
Durham holds a public hearing Feb. 23 on a proposed traffic camera ordinance under state law, while the Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance advance FY26-27 budget planning.
Durham to Hold Public Hearing on Automated Traffic Camera Ordinance — Rescheduled to March 2
Durham is set to hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to authorize automated traffic cameras under CGS 14-307c. The original Feb. 23 hearing was postponed due to a winter storm; it has been rescheduled to Monday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Durham Community Center.
Durham Public Notices: Upcoming Hearings, Zoning Updates, and Resident Concerns
Durham residents are urged to attend the February 23, 2026 public hearing on automated traffic enforcement cameras. Ongoing zoning reviews, drainage concerns, and the tax credit filing period (Feb 1–May 15) are also key issues.
Durham Government Meeting Recap: Week of February 17–21, 2026
Durham's boards are focused on the FY25-26 budget, traffic safety, and land use planning. The Board of Selectmen and Finance are deep in budget reviews, the PZC adopted new zoning rules, and the Board of Education is preparing for contract talks.