Mayor· 2023–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Leonardo Williams
Durham
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 35
- Total speaking time
- 15:15:23
- Avg per meeting
- 26:09
- Segments
- 16280
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Zoning Map Changes and Development Proposals
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Historic Property Modifications at 204 N. Buchanan Blvd
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Wireless Communication Facility Requests at 728 Scott King Road
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Homeless Strategic Framework and Housing Support
Ongoing operational funding for community safety outreach and emergency shelter partnerships.
Tenant Rights and Living Conditions
DHA operates on an annual budget of $59 million with substantial capital needs exceeding millions in backlogs.
Bragtown Small Area Plan Update
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Historic Landmark Designation for Cranford-Wanamaker House
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East Durham Residential Growth and Infrastructure Impacts
The development will generate property tax revenue while requiring private developer funding for on-site infrastructure and utilities.
Planning and Development FY 2027 Work Program and FY 2026 Projects
Not specified in the agenda materials.
Extension of 2019 Affordable Housing Bond Issuance Window
Extends the timeline for issuing $41 million in taxable general obligation bonds scheduled for spring 2027.
Redevelopment of 505 West Chapel Hill Street
Estimated gap funding subsidy ranging from $4.2 million to $6 million from city housing funds and partners.
Ashton Apartments Tenant Union Resolution
Federal Legislative Priorities and Housing Legislation
Secured over $3 million in FY26 earmarks and pursuing additional federal grants and $1.2M+ in pending FY27 requests.
Local Historic District Inventory Update
Funded through existing contract resources.
Leesville Road Area Residential and Commercial Development
Private investments will increase local tax base and service demands.
Subcommittee Land Use Tracking and Reporting
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Street Stub-Out Variance at 2912 and 2914 Page Road
Payment-in-lieu amounts will be determined by the Public Works Division.
Multi-Use Path and Trail Integration in New Developments
Costs will be absorbed by private developers building out the required infrastructure.
Reserve at Rocky Branch Residential Rezoning
Kerley Gardens Annexation and Utility Extension
Property owner funded utility extension connecting 36 existing affordable apartments to city water.
Decisions during term (16)
Recorded while Williams was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Development Review Committee Minutes
Development Review Committee May Minutes
UDO Text Amendment on Development Moratoria (TC2600002)
Development Moratoria Text Change (TC2600002)
Economic Development Agreement with Coco Fro LLC (Item 36)
Contract with M-Cubed & Co. Global LLC for Economic Development Consulting Services - Corridor Bounce Back Program
First Amendment to the Contract with M-Cubed & Co. Global LLC for Economic Development Consulting Services – Business Registry and Legacy Program
Proposed Planning & Development Department FY27 Work Program
Economic Development Incentive Agreement with AMAC Properties Inc.
Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Coco Fro LLC
Development Review Performance Audit March 2026
Approval of Development Review Committee March Minutes
Proposed Planning & Development Department FY27 Work Program
FY 2026-27 Budget Development Guidelines
Approval of Development Review Committee February Minutes
Approval of Development Review Committee January Minutes
Voting record (12)(Development)
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