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John Rees

John Rees lives in Chapel Hill. He was, until recently, a member of the Chapel Hill Planning Commission and former chair. He has served on the board of the Bicycle Alliance of Chapel Hill, and is also a member of the Orange County Affordable Housing Coalition. He is also the chair of the Orange-Chatham Sierra Club. His focus is on non-car transportation, equity and housing for all.

Flyer for the Le Tour de Carrboro , a three races series that has been operating for over 20 years
Posted inEvents, Events around town, Outdoors, Things to do with kids

Four on the Fourth is coming up. Help Support some Great Non-Profits in the Area

by John ReesJune 20, 2025June 20, 2025
Electrical box at PEACH Apartments
Posted inAffordable Housing, Housing

Duke Energy refuses to power completed P.E.A.C.H affordable housing

by John ReesJune 13, 2025June 22, 2025
A Chapel Hill transit waits for passengers to board
Posted inChapel Hill Transit, Climate, Transportation

The value of Chapel Hill Transit and the budget

by John ReesJune 13, 2025June 13, 2025
There is no Dana Only Zuul Vote Zulu for Gatekeeper
Posted inCarrboro Town Council, Chapel Hill Town Council, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, Election 2025, Elections, Orange County Board of County Commissioners

Local candidates beginning to announce

by John ReesMay 30, 2025July 21, 2025
Help Us Map Extreme Heat Across Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and South Durham! Join Our Citizen Science Effort! What You'll Do: Help collect real-time temperature, humidity, and solar radiation data using walking, biking, or vehicle-based sensors Why It Matters: Traditional heat alerts often miss small, high-risk hotspots. Your data will help create detailed heat maps to identify where cooling solutions are most needed No Experience Needed! We provide all equipment and training Results will support better heat alerts, urban design, and public health planning By helping collect heat data, YOU can be a part of improving health and safety in your neighborhood.
Posted inBike Beat, Climate, Research

Chapel Hill/Carrboro/Durham WBGT Mapping Campaign

by John ReesMay 19, 2025May 19, 2025
Photo of new accessible playground at the Chapel Hill Community Park
Posted inGreenway, Outdoors, Parks and Rec

New Parks and Rec Master Plan! Opportunities for feedback

by John ReesMay 9, 2025May 9, 2025

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