Durham Street Renamed After Former Mayor

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William V. Bell served the city of Durham for 16 years and on Friday the city renamed a street in his honor.

Vivian Street in Downtown Durham is now officially William V. Bill Bell Way.  The former mayor is the longest serving in the city’s history with 16 years in office. Friday, he was celebrated for the work he’s done to shape Durham during a street dedication ceremony in his honor.

During his 16-year tenure, Bell is credited with revitalizing neighborhoods and bringing new life to Downtown Durham including notable projects like the Tobacco Road Campus and DPAC.

Source:  ABC11.com