The more than 2,400 employees of the City of Durham are dedicated to the service of our residents – to provide quality services to make Durham a great place to live, work and play.
City services ensure the health, safety and welfare of residents and visitors to the City of Durham.
Make this your one stop home for what you need to know about the City of Durham. Durham One Call is the place to go for City government information. We will connect you to the best sources on education, emergency information, conservation and sustainability, community involvement and more.
This is your source for information on finding jobs with the City, bids and contracts, surplus properties, business licenses, laws and resources. The planning and inspections resources help you begin or grow your business
Sports, entertainment, the arts – wherever your tastes lead, Durham has it. World class facilities and nearly 100 City-owned parks and recreation centers make Durham a place where residents Play More!
Transportation options in Durham are plentiful, safe and affordable. The links below lead to information about available travel options and how Durham is working to improve travel throughout the region.
It's easy to see why so many residents and businesses call Durham home. Below are links to resources to help you live, work and play.
Some Programs/Activities Temporarily Relocated to Edison Johnson Aquatics Center
New Episode Begins Airing Friday, July 27 on DTV8 and "On Demand" on City's YouTube Channel
Application Deadline August 31
Durham Only City in North Carolina to Win National Award for Government Reporting
Center One of Only Two in the World to Achieve Three Major Accreditations Simultaneously
New Episode Begins Airing Today, Friday, July 20 on DTV8
You Can Help Provide Much Needed Educational Items
New Episode Begins Airing Friday, July 13 on DTV8 and “On Demand” on City’s YouTube Channel
Free Opportunity For Ex-Offenders Seeking Employment; Event Is Full But News Media Are Invited
Deadline for Durham Nonprofits to Submit Local Project Applications is July 27th
Win Prizes at Free E-Waste Recycling and Paper Shredding Event
City to Unveil Final Concept on North Mangum and Corporation Streets Intersection Gateway Design
July 31st Cut-Off Date for Homes to Apply to Receive Energy Improvements
New Episode Begins Airing Friday, July 6 on DTV8 and “On Demand” on City’s YouTube Channel
Durham Parks and Recreation Sponsors a “How I Love My Park” Video Contest
Session Part of New Urban Design Studio Series
Durham Receives Sprite Grant to Refurbish Elmira Avenue Park
Odd-Even Watering Schedule Still in Effect to Help Manage City’s Water Supply