Here the Durham Coalition for Urban Justice (DCUJ) provides an update on Old North Durham Park for all those interested in the struggle to maintain this valuable community resource. Below you will find a brief background, an explanation of what we believe the stakes of this issue... »
Ongoing Support for the Public Full-size Field at Old North Durham Park
There is an outstanding 2005 City Council directive (Resolution #9281, Sept. 6, 2005) to upgrade and maintain Old North Durham Park as a full-sized, 330ft x 180ft athletic field . Unfortunately, a small group of real estate developers, in and... »
Everything You Wanted to Know about Old North Durham Park but Were Afraid to Ask
Stay informed about the struggle to ensure the city upholds its prior commitment to maintain and upgrade Old North Durham Park, including its full-size athletic field, as a public park under direct city management. »
An Open Letter to Durham Parks and Recreation, Mayor Bill Bell, Mayor Pro-Tem Cora Cole-McFadden, City Council, and City Manager Tom Bonfield from the Durham Coalition for Urban Justice
We strongly urge the City to cancel the next two Friends of Old North Durham Park-sponsored meetings about the future of Old North Durham Park and to hold a... »
New! Press Release Regarding March 15 OND Park Meeting
On March 15, 2011 a broad coalition of over 100 people, carrying a petition with over 350 signatures, from different north Durham groups – concerned residents and friends, families,... »
Durham Coalition for Urban Justice Supports Full-size Field for Community Use
The Durham Coalition for Urban Justice insists that the Old North Durham Park be improved as a full-sized public athletic field, which can continue to be used for recreation... »
Old North Durham Park Visual Documentation
A story about Old North Durham Park in Pictures. »
Community Residents Support Public Plan for Public Full-Size Athletic Field
El Kilombo community center urges the city to reject the current proposal for the new master plan for Old North Durham Park and instead to reaffirm its prior commitment... »
Interview with El Kilombo about Old North Durham Park
El Kilombo Intergalactico is an organization in North Central Durham that brings together communities of color, migrants, students, and workers of various backgrounds to identify and cultivate alternatives to... »
Why does Bob Chapman have a Private Patio built on Public Land in OND Park?
Private Patio Addition to Trotter Building Owned by Developer Bob Chapman’s TND Capital Management, LLC in Old North Durham Park. Pictured above, the presence of the Trotter Building “patio” on... »



