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2026 Participatory Budgeting Cycle

2026 Participatory Budgeting Cycle

Vote for your favorite project to enhance one of Sanford's public spaces!

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Sewer lines in East Sanford NC

East Sanford Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project

TriRiver Water crews are replacing approximately 5,500 linear feet of sewer line in Sanford.

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Downtown Sanford NC

Downtown Sanford Small Area Plan

The City of Sanford has approved a Small Area Plan to guide growth and development in Downtown Sanford.

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Sanford Municipal Center Expansion

Sanford Municipal Center Expansion

The City of Sanford is expanding the Sanford Municipal Center to meet space needs and add public amenities.

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Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan

Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan

The City of Sanford is partnering with Lee County, Broadway, and the Central Pines Regional Council on a Safety Action Plan, and we need your input.

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Sanford Mobility Hub Study

Sanford Mobility Hub Study

The study is meant to understand Sanford's mobility needs and identify locations for a mobility hub.

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Sanford Central Green

Sanford Central Green

The concept for an innovative and transformative community greenspace in downtown Sanford

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Water Filtration Facility Expansion

Water Filtration Facility Expansion

The City of Sanford is working with strategic regional partners to expand its water filtration facility and construct needed transmission systems.

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Microtransit Buzzline Sanford NC

Sanford Microtransit Pilot Program

The City of Sanford is working with Lee County and COLTS to provide affordable and accessible on-demand public transit.

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Sidewalk Improvements

Sidewalk Improvements

The City of Sanford plans to increase walkability by completing sidewalks along several high-traffic streets.

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Recently Completed Projects

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Old Weatherspoon St Culvert

E. Weatherspoon Street Culvert Expansion

Culvert expansion will help mitigate flooding along Little Buffalo Creek and add connectivity to the Sanford Municipal Center.

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Participatory Budgeting

2025 Participatory Budgeting Sanford

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Depot Building

Depot Building Renovation

The City of Sanford renovated Sanford's historic Depot building to preserve it for generations to come.

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Pilgrim's Sanford Agricultural Marketplace

Pilgrim's Sanford Agricultural Marketplace

The Pilgrim's Sanford Agricultural Marketplace will serve as a community epicenter to address food insecurity and improve community infrastructure.

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Sanford Fire Station #5

Sanford Fire Station #5

To ensure adequate fire protection for all residents of the city and prepare for imminent growth, the City of Sanford has built its fourth fire station.

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S-Line Commuter Rail Study

S-Line Commuter Rail Study

The City of Sanford has partnered with NCDOT and 7 other NC communities to explore a commuter rail corridor.

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Sanford-Pittsboro Utility Merger

Sanford-Pittsboro Utility Merger

The City of Sanford and the Town of Pittsboro have agreed to merge utilities. Sanford will now provide for the water and wastewater needs for both municipalities.

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East Sanford CDBG-I

East Sanford CDBG-I

Discover how upgrading the sewer system can influence residential life in East Sanford's low to moderately low income areas. Join us to learn about and share your views on this pressing public initiative.

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Corinth Road Sewer Extension

Corinth Road Sewer Extension

Installation of a gravity sewer from Old US1/Corinth Rd to Shaddox Creek lift station to serve Triangle Innovation Point.

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Steve Jones Mural

Steve Jones Mural

The City of Sanford Appearance Commission's next mural will honor Steve Jones, a local football hero who went from All American to the NC Sports Hall of Fame.

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