Clayton Town Council Work Session - June 1, 2026

The Town of Clayton, N.C. held a Town Council Work Session on June 1, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key topics included a detailed presentation on the town's capital improvement plan (CIP) funding and debt affordability analysis by a consultant from Davenport, highlighting the town's strong credit ratings, current debt portfolio, and capacity to fund approximately $150 million in capital projects over the next five years through a combination of debt financing and pay-as-you-go capital. The council discussed adherence to debt policies and the town's healthy financial position. Additionally, the council reviewed progress on standardizing and documenting full language rate schedules for utility fees to support the upcoming ERP system replacement, aiming to improve billing accuracy and transparency. Another significant procurement-related update was the rollout of the Clarity online permitting software, scheduled for July 6, 2026, which will enable 24/7 online permit applications and payments, improving efficiency and customer service. The session also included a presentation by Walker Consultants on downtown parking utilization and management, providing data-driven insights to guide future parking infrastructure and policy decisions. Overall, the meeting focused on capital project funding strategies, technology system upgrades, and infrastructure planning, with no specific contract awards or vendor selections announced but with clear implications for future procurement activities.