Commentary
A November 5 Durham council agenda lists a possible commitment of up to $19 million to the Tribute Rising affordable housing development. The proposal is an item for public deliberation rather than proof of a final award.
Our view for Durham
We support transparent investment in homes that ordinary Durham residents can afford. But the most persuasive argument for a substantial commitment is a precise account of how many homes will be built, at what rents, for how long and with what taxpayer risk. A groundbreaking photo should never substitute for that account.
What we want to see next
Our editorial board wants an accessible project scorecard and regular updates comparing promises with delivered units.
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Editorial note: This is the editorial opinion of Bull City Citizen, not a reported statement by any source. The featured photograph is a labeled illustrative editorial graphic, not documentary evidence of the specific event.
