Name: Fall Open Houses for Equitable Green Infrastructure Projects (not sponsored)
Start: 2025-11-13T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-13T19:00:00-05:00
Location: W.D Hill Recreation Center

The City’s Environmental and Street Services Department will host two open houses in November to share proposed designs and gather the community’s feedback on design elements of the proposed [Equitable Green Infrastructure](https://www.durhamnc.gov/5176/2024-EGI-Stormwater-Infrastructure-SQ-20 "https://www.durhamnc.gov/5176/2024-EGI-Stormwater-Infrastructure-SQ-20") projects:

* **Thursday, November 13, 5–7 p.m.** at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville St.
* **Saturday, November 15, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.** at Edison Johnson Recreation Center, 500 W. Murray Ave.

“Green stormwater infrastructure practices are constructed natural areas where stormwater soaks into the soil and is used by plants rather than flowing directly into the piped stormwater drainage system,” said Stormwater Project Manager Antwon Williams. “These systems help manage runoff, improve water quality, and add beauty to our streets.”

Following months of community engagement and site assessments, the project team identified several locations within the neighborhoods for design and proposed future construction.

Proposed projects are located in the Braggtown, Cornwallis, East Durham, Ganyard Farms, Lyon Park, Merrick Moore, and Stokesdale neighborhoods. The projects aim to reduce rain runoff, improve water quality, and add trees and other green features to enhance neighborhood spaces.

Future benefits of the project could include:

* **Flood management:** Roads, driveways, and roofs designed to absorb and slow stormwater during rainfall events.
* **Water quality improvements:** Features that capture oil, metals, and sediments before they reach streams and rivers.
* **Neighborhood beautification:** Gardens and trees that add shade, improve property values, and enhance curb appeal.
* **Community education:** Projects that raise awareness of environmental care and sustainable practices.

To track updates and contact the project managers, visit the [project web page](https://www.durhamnc.gov/5176/2024-EGI-Stormwater-Infrastructure-SQ-20 "https://www.durhamnc.gov/5176/2024-EGI-Stormwater-Infrastructure-SQ-20").

This event is not sponsored by the Sierra Club.

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