City of Mebane City Council Meeting May 2026

The City of Mebane City Council held a meeting on May 4, 2026, which included several proclamations, public comments, and multiple public hearings on zoning and property issues. Key procurement-related discussions focused on the approval of a contract award to Crowder Construction Company for phase one of the Fieldstone Sewer Pump Station Upgrade Project, valued at $1,151,592, along with amendments to capital project ordinances related to the GKN and Fieldstone Pump Station projects and the Elevated Water Tank Project. The council also discussed the FY 2027 budget, proposing a total expenditure of $65 million across various funds, including a recommended 2-cent property tax increase to cover debt payments for infrastructure projects such as Fire Station 4, a public works shed, and the tiller truck. The budget includes funding for nine new firefighter positions and a 3% cost of living adjustment for employees. Additionally, the council approved a memorandum of understanding with Orange County to fund 50% of the West 10 Road waterline connector project, estimated at $944,750. A motion was passed to pay the City of Graham over $9.3 million related to a loan agreement. The meeting concluded with a motion to set a public hearing for the budget adoption on June 1, 2026.