Agenda

26-0173. Proclamation- The Week of the Young Child (5 min)

The Board is requested to proclaim the week of April 11-17, 2026, as The Week of the Young Child. The Week of the Young Child® is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This celebration is a time to recognize that children's opportunities are our responsibilities, and to recommit ourselves to ensuring that each and every child in Durham experiences the type of early environment -at home, at childcare, at school, and in the community -that will promote their early learning. Durham’s Partnership for Children, Early Years, and Durham Technical Community College and other local organizations, in conjunction with the National Association for the Education of Young Children, are leading the celebration of the Week of the Young Child. Durham County has continued to invest in improving systems for young children and their parents and caregivers through investments in implementation of the Early Childhood Action Plan (ECAP), in County programs, such as Cooperative Extension’s Welcome Baby Program, and in public preschool for all Durham families through Durham PreK.

26-0182. Resolution - Honoring the Beta Pi Sigma Durham Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated on the Occasion of its 75th Charter Day (10min)

The Board is requested to recognize and honor the Beta Pi Sigma Durham Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated on the Occasion of its 75th Charter Day.

26-0183. Proclamation - Electric Utility Lineworker Appreciation Day (5min)

The Board is requested to proclaim April 18, 2026, as Electric Utility Lineworker Appreciation Day.

26-0188. Resolution - Honoring Southern School of Energy and Sustainability’s Boys Basketball Championship (10min)

The Board is requested to approve a resolution honoring the Southern School of Energy and Sustainability ’s Boys Basketball Championship. The team defeated Mooresville High School on March 14, 2026, and finished the season with an outstanding 28-3 record. Commissioners have invited Coach Greg Motley, his coaching staff and team members, to attend the meeting and receive accolades on behalf of a proud community.

26-0189. Resolution - Honoring Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Girls Basketball Team (10min)

The Board is requested to approve a resolution honoring the outstanding season of the Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Girls Basketball Team as the NCHSAA 7A 2026 State Championship Runners -Up. This dynamic team finished the season with a 27-4 record. Commissioners have invited Coach Teddy McKoy, coaching staff and team members to attend the meeting and receive kudos from a proud community.

26-0191. Recognizing the Durham Library Foundation in Acknowledgement of Their One-Time Gift of $117,318 in Support of Durham County Library Programs (5min)

The Board is requested to recognize and celebrate the Durham Library Foundation ’s one-time gift of $ 117,318.17 in support of Durham County Library programs to be expended by June 30, 2027. These funds are in addition to the Durham Library Foundation’s existing annual contribution of grant funds for library programs which this year totaled $ 248,317. Founded as a 501(c)(3) after 2000, the Durham Library Foundation’s mission is to develop and encourage the long -term financial health and growth of Durham County Library through giving, endowment, and capital contributions. This one -time financial gift and annual giving exemplify the Durham Library Foundation’s commitment to that mission.

26-0115. Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC071 Recognizing $72,878 in Grant Funding from the State Library of North Carolina’s Libraries Strengthening Connections Grant in Support of Programming Laptop Purchases

The Board is requested to recognize $ 72,878 in grant funding from the State Library of North Carolina Libraries Strengthening Connections (LSC) Grant in support of programming laptops to be distributed to each of Durham County Library ’s seven locations. With the support of the funds, the library will purchase 70 laptops for use by patrons in classes on computer education, technology literacy programs, makerspace activities, research and citation practices, and using a variety of software programs. The purpose of this project is to provide the resources necessary to bridge Durham ’s digital divide and increase the level of technological literacy among patrons who use the library. The 70 devices purchased with this grant will empower library staff to respond directly to patrons’ expressed needs for more technology programming.

26-0134. Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC077 Recognizing $117,318.17 in Additional Library Revenue from the Durham Library Foundation

The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC077 recognizing $ 117,318.17 in additional Library revenue from the Durham Library Foundation. The Durham Library Foundation’s mission is to raise funds to provide a margin of excellence for the Durham County Library. Durham Library Foundation was founded as a 501(c)3 after 2000 to develop and encourage the long-term financial health and growth of the Durham County Library through giving, endowment, and capital contributions. This one-time financial gift is in addition to the Durham Library Foundation’s regular annual giving.

26-0138. Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC072 Public Health to Recognize $1,500 from the Delta Dental Foundation Grant to the Department of Public Health Dental Division’s Community Smiles Initiative

The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC072 Public Health to Recognize $ 1,500 from the Delta Dental Foundation Grant to the Department of Public Health Dental Division’s Community Smiles Initiative The Durham County Department of Public Health provides services that prevent disease, promote health, and protect the environment, including family dental services . Routine dental services are typically provided onsite at the Department of Public Health. The Dental Division also provides services in the community including dental screenings, oral health presentations, and participation in various Durham events. The Community Smiles Initiative aims to provide dental care items at community events.

26-0139. Approval of Sanford Electrical Contractors, Inc. Contract Amendment for Electrical Services for the Utilities Division in the Amount of $161,038.53 Bringing the Contract Amount from $139,504.97 to $300,543.50 with a Not to Exceed Amount of $330,000

The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to enter into a service contract amendment with Sanford Electrical Contractors, LLC (RFP 23-031R1) ( FR 26-206) to provide service, repair and installation of electrical panels, alarm panels, electrical junction boxes, lighting, conduit and wiring for the Utilities Division in an amount of $ 161,038.53, bringing the total contract amount from $ 139,504.97 to $300,543.50 with a not to exceed amount of $ 330,000. Funding will be from the Sewer Enterprise Fund operating budget.

26-0142. Approve Execution of Design Narrative Contract with CPL Architects and Engineers for the Junction Road Fleet Operations Project in the amount of $180,500.00 plus (10%) contingency in the amount $18,050.00, for a total not-to-exceed $198,550.00

The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to execute a contract with CPL Architects and Engineers, P .C., to provide Design Narrative Services for the New Durham County Junction Road Fleet Operations Center, in the amount of $180,500 (See Attachment 1) plus ten percent (10%) contingency in the amount of $18,050, for a total contract not to exceed $198,550, pending legal approval. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architectural and Engineering Services was advertised on August 10, 2025. Nine (9) responses were received on September 4, 2025, and were evaluated by a selection committee represented by County Engineering, Office of Emergency Services, General Services, and the Finance Department. CPL Architects and Engineers were rated as the most qualified firm for the project. For this phase CPL Architects and Engineers will complete a design narrative study that will test, refine, and confirm the scope of work, and conceptual cost, that will advance into the subsequent design phases. The project is based on the Programming Evaluation Study dated July 6, 2023, authored by O ’Brien Atkins Architecture, and CPL will use the preliminary programming work of the County as a starting point for the phase. We understand that the project will include a Fleet Maintenance Facility, Warehouse for OES Logistics and vehicle storage, fuel station, wash bay, and storage sheds. In addition to advancing the programmatic and sustainability goals for this project, it is important to note that the new Junction Road Fleet Operations Center is intended to replace two separate facilities that the County currently leases for OES Fleet Services and OES /Sheriff’s Department operations and storage. The new center will also allow for expansion of vehicle maintenance services for all County owned vehicles including the Sheriff ’s department. Consolidating these functions into a single, purpose -built County-owned facility will eliminate ongoing lease obligations, reduce operational inefficiencies caused by the separation of services, and support long -term fiscal stewardship. Funding for this contract is available in the current capital project budget.

26-0145. Approval of Contract with Stryker for the Purchase of fifty-five (55) Stryker LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitor units in the amount of $2,739,043.70, twenty-six (26) LIFEPAK CR2 AEDs in the amount of $40,525.68 for a total purchase price of $2,779,569.38

The Board is requested to approve a contract with Stryker for the purchase of fifty-five (55) Stryker LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitor units in the amount of $2,739,043.70 and twenty -six (26) LIFEPAK CR 2 AEDs in the amount of $40,525.68 for a total purchase price of $ 2,779,569.38. The Office of Emergency Services (OES) will utilize existing capital budget funds for EMS equipment replacement in the amount of $2,779,569.38 utilizing sole source exemption. In 2021, the Durham County OES -EMS Division procured new cardiac monitors as part of its standard five -year replacement cycle. The 2021 cardiac monitors have now reached the end of their planned service life and are scheduled for replacement to ensure continued compliance with current cardiac monitoring standards and the highest level of patient safety. As we entered the 2026 replacement phase, the EMS Division conducted a formal market evaluation of the two primary cardiac monitor platforms currently available . This review focused on functionality, interoperability, vendor support, technological advancements since the previous purchase, and alignment with system wide clinical workflows. Based on this assessment, the LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitor from Stryker is the recommended selection. The LIFEPAK 35 continues to offer the most comprehensive feature set, the strongest continuity of care within the Durham County EMS System, and full compatibility with receiving hospitals, including Duke Health System facilities, which also utilize Stryker LIFEPAK technology. Stryker equipment aligns with other clinical tools used throughout the Durham County EMS System and within Duke Health System emergency departments, further enhancing interoperability. For example, the defibrillation pads used with the LIFEPAK 35 are interchangeable at Duke facilities, and the ETCO ₂ monitoring components remain compatible across systems. Additionally, the selected AEDs for this purchase include Wi Fi connectivity that allow event data to upload automatically into the LIFENET system. This modernizes and streamlines data collection by eliminating the previous manual process, which required staff to locate the device, download data in person, and then upload it into the patient care report.

26-0154. Approval of the 500 E. Main St. Stormwater Control Measure and Public Pedestrian Access Easements and Plats and to Authorize the County Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the Master Declaration Agreement

26-0160. Approval of a Contract Amendment with Boundtree Medical in the Amount of $75,000.00 additional in funding to Purchase Emergency Medical Services Medical Supplies for a Total Contract of $450,000.00.

26-0165. Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC076 Cooperative Extension to recognize $7,245.83 for Family and Consumer Science Program Expenses from the Fall Fest Plant Sale and EMFV Program.

The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC076 Cooperative Extension to recognize $ 7,245.83 for Family and Consumer Science Program Expenses from the Fall Fest Plant Sale and EMFV Program. Cooperative Extension staff raised funds through two avenues: from a 5-week training series for the Extension Master Food Volunteer Program (EMFV) and a Fall Fest community food access plant sale. The EMFV funds were fees collected from 10 participants who, after training, will aid staff using evidence -based curriculum during nutrition education classes, culinary training, outreach programs and community events to improve the home food environment. The Fall Fest plant sale is open to the community conducted annually to raise funds for the FCS program events. It includes cooking demos, a seed and compost giveaway and low -cost sale of vegetable and fruit plants to increase community local food security and food knowledge. All funds raised will be utilized to support training activities for volunteers as well as educational materials and supplies for the Family and Consumer Science program.

26-0169. Approval of Budget Ordinance Amendment No. BCC075 to recognize additional funding from the Durham Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Board in the amount of $5,000 for the Durham Recovery Court

The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. BCC075 to recognize additional funding from the Durham Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Board in the amount of $ 5,000 for the Durham Recovery Court. The Durham Recovery Court is an evidence -based approach to assisting individuals with substance use disorders. Recovery Court is a multi -disciplinary approach to providing treatment, frequent and random drug testing and counseling to reduce recidivism. Recovery Courts focus on individuals with high risk /high need substance use disorders and/or co-occurring mental health issues.

26-0172. Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC078 Cooperative Extension to Recognize a $600,000 Grant Award from the North Carolina Division of Social Services (NCDSS) for the Welcome Baby Program for Family Support Program Services and Establish a .65 FTE position.

26-0177. Approval of Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC079 Appropriating General Fund Restricted Fund Balance in the Amount of $441,419.41 to Increase Expenditure Authority for the Sheriff’s Office Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Grant

The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No . 26BCC079 appropriating $ 441,419.41 of General Fund Restricted Fund Balance to increase expenditure authority for the Sheriff ’s Office Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Grant. The MAT funds are restricted and specific to local detention centers and are provided by the North Carolina Department of Public Safety. This funding will increase opioid use disorder treatment and add support for individuals being released from the Durham County Detention facility. North Carolina continues to experience the harmful effects of the opioid epidemic. Researchers examined rates of fatal drug overdose among justice -involved individuals in North Carolina and found opioid overdose mortality rates more than 40 times higher than the general population. Those rates were highest during the first two weeks following release from custody. In accordance with Session Law 2021-180, the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) solicited applications from Sheriffs' Offices to establish, expand or maintain medication -assisted treatment (MAT) programs of non -opioid, long -acting, injectable medication for the treatment of alcohol and/or opioid use disorder as part of reentry programming in county jails.

26-0179. Approval of Budget Ordinance Amendment No.26BCC080 Appropriating $115,124 in General Fund Restricted Fund Balance to Increase State Asset Forfeiture Expenditure Authority for a New Total of $135,124 for the Sheriff’s Office

The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No .26BCC080 appropriating $ 115,124 in General Fund Restricted Fund Balance to increase State Asset Forfeiture spending authority for a new total of $ 135,124 for the Sheriff ’s Office. The Durham County Sheriff ’s Office is a participant in the State Asset Forfeiture Program. Through this program, forfeiture proceeds in appropriate cases are shared with cooperating state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies through equitable sharing. The program enhances cooperation among law enforcement agencies by providing valuable additional resources to those agencies assisting with investigations into violations of laws. These funds, upon receipt, are classified as restricted due to the nature of the funding . This funding can only be utilized for law enforcement purposes. All unspent funds are kept in a reserve account for future use. The funds will be used in efforts to suppress violent crime and gun violence in the community as well as community engagement efforts. The Sheriff ’s Office currently has $ 20,000 in spending authority for State Asset Forfeitures.

26-0180. Approval of Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC081 Appropriating $93,489 in General Fund Restricted Fund Balance to Increase Federal Asset Forfeiture Spending Authority to a New Total of $318,981 for the Sheriff’s Office

The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No .26BCC081 appropriating $ 93,489 in General Fund Restricted fund balance to increase Federal Asset Forfeiture spending authority to a new total of $ 318,981 for the Sheriff ’s Office. The Durham County Sheriff ’s Office is a participant in the Federal Asset Forfeiture Program. This program is administered by two separate government agencies: the Department of Justice and the Department of Treasury. Through this program, federal forfeiture proceeds in appropriate cases are shared with cooperating state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies through equitable sharing. The program enhances cooperation among federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies by providing valuable additional resources to those agencies assisting with investigations into violations of federal laws. These funds, upon receipt, are classified as restricted due to the nature of the funding . This funding can only be utilized for law enforcement purposes. All unspent funds are kept in a reserve account for future use. The funds will be used in efforts to suppress violent crime and gun violence in the community. The Sheriff ’s Office currently has $ 225,492 in spending authority for Federal Asset Forfeitures. This request will increase the spending authority to a new total of $318,981 for FY25-26.

26-0181. Approval of Interlocal Agreement with Orange County and Granville County Regarding the Energy Burden and Emissions Reduction Program (EBERP)

The Board is requested to approve the interlocal agreement with Orange County and Granville County regarding the Energy Burden and Emissions Reduction Program (EBERP). Approval of this interlocal agreement will be executed pending final approval by the County Legal Department. EBERP is a grant -funded program to provide energy efficiency retrofits and limited home repair to low -to-moderate income households in Durham, Orange, and Granville Counties over a 3-year period. The goal is to retrofit at least 200 homes in the three -county area to reduce energy use and energy burden. The Interlocal Agreement does not commit additional County funds to the program but rather establishes procedure for the three counties to collaborate on the program.

26-0187. Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC082 to Recognize $3,590 from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child and Family Well-Being, Whole Child Health Section (WCHS)/School, Adolescent, and Child Health Unit (SACH) for the Maternal-Child Health Block Grant for Primary and Preventative Care

The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC082 to Recognize $ 3,590 from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child and Family Well -Being, Whole Child Health Section (WCHS)/School, Adolescent, and Child Health Unit (SACH) for the Maternal -Child Health Block Grant for Primary and Preventative Care Local health departments received a one -time increase in Maternal -Child Health Block Grant (MCHBG) funds, available through the current FY 25-26. This Agreement Addendum ensures the provision of preventive and primary health care services in accordance with North Carolina Administrative Code 10A NCAC 46.0204. This additional funding must be spent by May 31, 2026. The Board of Health has approved this amendment.

26-0194. Approval of Property Tax Releases and Refunds for March 2026

The Board is requested to approve the Releases & Refunds for March 2026, which includes adjustments to the current year ’s levy as well as prior years’ levies. Due to property valuation adjustments for over assessments, listing discrepancies, duplicate listings, and clerical errors, etc. the attached reports detail monthly releases and refunds for March 2026. This month ’s report includes releases and refunds for tax year 2025 totaling $10,288,119.21. Prior tax years’ (2015-2024) releases and refunds are in the amount of $ 670.03. March 2026, releases and refunds total $ 10,288,789.24.

26-0195. Approval of Resolution Designating Plat Review Officers for the Town of Morrisville

The Board is requested to approve a resolution to appoint County Review Officers and to cancel the duties of former County Review Officers who are no longer employed by the county. N.C.G.S. 47-30.2 requires the Board of County Commissioners in each County, by resolution, to appoint a person or persons to serve as Review Officer to review each plat before it is recorded and to certify that it meets the statutory requirements for recording. One of the services Town of Morrisville staff provides to the community is a technical process of plat review in order to verify compliance with the Town’s development regulations. Resolution pertaining to Plat Review Officers: Name Position Brittany Johnson Planning Manager Shelly Mayo Planner III Joshua Michael Planner II Rachel Cypher Planner II

26-0186. Closed Session

The Board is requested to adjourn into Closed Session for the following: · To consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney -client privilege between the attorney and the public body, which privilege is hereby acknowledged to G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3). · To consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney -client privilege between the attorney and the public body, to discuss the National Opioid Litigation which privilege is hereby acknowledged; pursuant to G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3)

26-0196. Closed Session

The Board is requested to adjourn into Closed Session to discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the area served by the public body, including agreement on a tentative list of economic development incentives that may be offered by the public body in negotiations; pursuant to G .S. 143-318.11(a)(4)

26-0162. Adoption of Resolution Making Findings of Fact and Authorizing LGC Application; Introduction of Bond Order; and Adoption of Resolution Calling Public Hearing for Not to Exceed $240,000,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2026B (20 Minutes)

The Board is requested to take the following actions in connection with the County ’s proposed General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2026B, in an amount not to exceed $240,000,000: 1. Adopt a Resolution Making Certain Statements of Fact and Authorizing Application to the North Carolina Local Government Commission (LGC) for approval of the bonds, including approval of the financing team. 2. Introduce the Bond Order entitled “Bond Order Authorizing the Issuance of $240,000,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds of the County of Durham, North Carolina.” 3. Adopt a Resolution Calling a Public Hearing on the Bond Order, directing the publication of notice of such public hearing, and directing the filing of the Sworn Statement of Debt and Statement of Disclosure, as required by the Local Government Bond Act. The public hearing on the Bond Order will be scheduled to be held at the Board of Commissioners meeting held on April 27, 2026.

26-0199. Resolution- Opposing Modifications to the County Property Tax Authority (30min)

The Board is requested to adopt the resolution and to transmit a copy to General Assembly leadership, including North Carolina Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger, North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall, members of the Durham County Legislative Delegation, and the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners.