To report non-emergency issues like potholes, downed street signs, or traffic signal issues, email publicworks@chapelhillnc.gov or call 919-969-5100.
Learning, Serving, and Working Together.
Published on October 22, 2026
Town Council met for a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 6 p.m. in Chapel Hill Town Hall.
Published on October 21, 2026
At its October 21 meeting, the Chapel Hill Town Council voted to name the future Town park on Legion Road in honor of former Mayor Howard N. Lee and educator Lillian W. Lee. The Council also voted to name the road into the park Howard N. Lee Street.
The Chapel Hill Police Department encourages everyone to celebrate Halloween safely, whether you’re trick-or-treating with family or enjoying a night out with friends.
October 28, 2026
The Town of Chapel Hill Food Distribution provides fresh fruits and vegetables and non-perishable food items to support community members. There are no income, residency, or ID requirements.All are welcome!
October 30, 2026
This is the perfect family-friendly alternative to traditional trick-or-treating! Local organizations and individuals will participate by decorating their vehicles trunks and providing pre-packaged candy for trick or treating for youth in the community.
November 07, 2026
Celebrate 25 Years in Bloom with three special events at the Gene Strowd Community Rose Garden: Sept. 27: 2026: 25 Years in Bloom Celebration Oct. 10: Youth Art Workshop Nov. 7: A Conversation with rose specialist Paul ZimmermanJoin Strowd Roses throughout the season to celebrate the garden’s history, creativity, and community.
Festifall returns to Chapel Hill for its 53rd year! Join us at our annual celebration of creativity from around the Triangle.
October 27, 2026
Boards and Commissions Meetings
The Community Design Commission assists the Council in guiding the Town’s vision on aesthetics, character and function to focus community growth through advice, advocacy, and implementation of the council’s policies and review of proposed development in key areas of the community.
Council Meetings
Council called a meeting to continue the LUMO logistics conversation. Town Council periodically holds Work Sessions to informally discuss issues and receive presentations. They don't take any official actions. The sessions are open to the public, but there is no public comment period. Work sessions are not live streamed, but videos are posted the day after the meeting.
The Historic District Commission guides physical change within the historic districts of Chapel Hill in such a way as to promote, enhance, and preserve the character of the districts.
We've released a draft of our updated LUMO, which is a comprehensive rewrite of regulations that guide how and where growth happens in Chapel Hill. Review the draft and learn how to provide your feedback.
Ongoing consultation
Our North-South route is getting an upgrade—making it easier to get to class, work, healthcare, shopping, and home.
Everywhere-to-Everywhere Greenways (E2E) is the Town’s vision for a Chapel Hill that is safer, more connected, and easier to navigate, regardless of where you’re going, and how you chose to get around.
Through traffic safety solutions and equitable mobility options for all, Vision Zero uses strategies informed by data to increase road safety to prevent serious injury and decrease crashes.
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