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Durham presents Farm Campus feasibility study; county purchased Orange Factory Road property
Summary
A feasibility study lays out a phased plan and 10‑year operating model for a Durham County Farm Campus; the county has purchased ~129 acres on Orange Factory Road and staff recommended hiring a farm manager and pursuing grants and partnerships.
Durham County Cooperative Extension and consultants presented the final feasibility study for the Durham County Farm Campus on May 5, summarizing program goals, site characteristics, a phased buildout and a preliminary 10‑year operating budget.
County Extension director Donna Rewalt introduced the project and said the county has acquired roughly 129 acres on Orange Factory Road for the campus. Derek Fleming of HR&A Advisors walked commissioners through a three‑phase implementation timeline: a Year‑0 “preparation and activation” stage focused on site readiness, community activations and initial governance; Years 1–3 to establish basic public access,…
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