David Rhew, the director of the North Carolina Public Transportation Association, said in an email the safety award recognizes various public transit systems across the state based on total miles divided by the number of preventable accidents.
Lamar Joyner, who previously worked as a clerk for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners and as the deputy director for Forsyth County’s Board of Elections, will serve as clerk for the Town of Carrboro.
Fire chief Jay Mebane said the new trucks cost $600,000 and $710,000, respectively. He said technology has changed a lot, and to continue to meet national standards and align with best practices, the Chapel Hill Fire Department should upgrade the fire trucks as needed.
The project includes a multi-use path and pedestrian bridge that will create walking and cycling options for the Lake Hogan Farms, Legends, Ballentine and Fox Meadow neighborhoods. The greenway will also connect to Morris Grove Elementary.
