City Manager Bo Ferguson reflects on the progress and plans for Durham’s future. In a recent holiday address, Ferguson, who ascended from deputy city manager to the top spot this year, emphasized community and growth in a city on the move. In November 2024, Durham residents backed bond measures, giving the green light for considerable enhancements to the city’s infrastructure, an area Ferguson noted has begun seeing improvements in 2025 with updates to streets, sidewalks, and parks.
In the message published by Durham’s official website, changes have not just been physical but organizational as the city reshaped its department structure aiming for a more streamlined service to citizens and with the arrival of new leadership hoped to fortify the fabric of municipal support, while tackling urgent issues like violence and homelessness, initiatives were launched extensively collaborating with partners across Durham County and tying knots with local nonprofits to root the strongest outcomes.
Moreover, Durham is in the throes of refreshing its Strategic Plan to align the city’s ambitions directly with its priorities, a task set for City Council’s review come June 2026. As we head into the festive period and the cusp of a new year, Ferguson extends an invitation to residents to delve into civic engagement, whether it be through seats on local boards or by considering a position within the city’s workforce. “From all of us at the City, I want to wish you and your family a safe, happy, and healthy holiday season,” the city manager expressed in sentiments resonating a collective spirit of goodwill and anticipation, as mentioned on the official website…