City Council Work Session - April 20, 2026

The City Council Work Session for the City of Burlington, NC, held on April 20, 2026, focused extensively on several infrastructure and public safety projects with significant procurement implications. Key discussions included the presentation of the US7 Church Street road improvement project, which involves a road diet, raised medians, and multimodal accommodations, with construction programmed for fiscal year 2030. The council reviewed design alternatives, safety data, right-of-way impacts, and pedestrian and bicycle access enhancements. Another major agenda item was the downtown streetscape project, emphasizing pedestrian safety, outdoor dining, lighting, and stormwater infrastructure upgrades, with design and community input shaping the plan. The council also discussed the stormwater fee and credit policy update, including proposed fee structures, credit tiers for stormwater control measures, and the financial impact on various property types, with plans to schedule a public hearing. Additionally, the council received an update on the Staley Creek stream restoration project, including budget considerations and grant support, and a progress report from the Police Department highlighting staffing challenges, community engagement, and requests for participation in a federal equipment program. Several procurement-related action items were identified, including the upcoming selection of consultants for a professional design facilitation retreat and the anticipated award for the stream restoration project. The session concluded with committee reports and planning for upcoming public hearings and budget sessions.