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The Durham Board of County Commissioner (BOCC) will hold a Closed Session at:

5:30 p.m.
Monday, November 9, 2026

Purpose:

  • To establish, or to instruct the public body's staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken by or on behalf of the public body in negotiating (i) the price and other material terms of a contract or proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by purchase, option, exchange, or lease; or (ii) the amount of compensation and other material terms of an employment contract or proposed employment contract; pursuant to G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5).
  • To establish, or to instruct the public body's staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken by or on behalf of the public body in negotiating (i) the price and other material terms of a contract or proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by purchase, option, exchange, or lease; or (ii) the amount of compensation and other material terms of an employment contract or proposed employment contract; pursuant to G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5). · 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 by G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3).

 

The Durham Board of County Commissioner (BOCC) will hold a Regular Session at:

7:00 p.m.

Monday, November 9, 2026

200 East Main Street

Second Floor, Commissioners Chambers

Durham, NC 27701

Commissioner meetings

The public is welcome to attend Board meetings. Residents may attend meetings in person, via Zoom, or watch live online and on the Durham Television Network (DTN). There is no sign-up sheet or request form to attend meetings. 

 Residents who wish to observe meetings and are not able to attend in person, are encouraged to continue using the virtual option and watch live on the County’s website.
 

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Joining Meetings Virtually

The information for joining the meeting virtually is as follows:

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In-Person Speaking Option

  • Regular Sessions: All speakers must give their full name and address to give public comments and complete the Public Comments (Agenda Items only) form and submit it to the Clerk prior to the start of the meeting to speak before the Board. Public Comment forms are also provided at the meeting. Rules for Public Comment on Agenda Items can be found here.
  • Work Sessions: All speakers must give their full name and address to give citizen comments and complete the Citizen Comments form and submit it to the Clerk prior to the start of the meeting to speak before the Board. Citizen Comment forms are also provided at the meeting. Rules for Citizen Comments can be found here.

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Hybrid Speaking Option

  • All speakers must submit their full name and address via email or telephone to the Clerk to the Board at clerk@dconc.gov or 919-560-0025. These submissions must be completed by 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 8th.
  • All virtual participants will be muted upon entry to the meeting. If they are signed up to speak, they will be unmuted individually by the Clerk’s office when it is their turn to speak.

The agenda for Monday's BOCC meeting will be posted here.

For more information about the Board of Commissioners’ meetings and agendas, visit here. Citizens may also call the Clerk to the Board at (919) 560-0025 or email to clerk@dconc.gov or mwwallace@dconc.gov.

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Access Meetings Live on Durham Television Network

The virtual option aligns with social distancing requirements which ensure the safety of citizens who wish to participate as well as Board members and Durham County Government staff. Citizens who wish to view the BOCC meeting can watch rebroadcasts on the Durham Television Network, which is available on AT&T U-verse channel 99, Spectrum channel 8, and Frontier Communications channel 70. The meeting will also be streamed live on the County’s website and on the County’s YouTube Channel.

Announcements

  • Annual Community Resource Fair - Join Senator Natalie Murdock (District 20) and Representative Zack Hawkins (District 31) at the FREE Annual Durham Community event on Saturday, November 14th from 10am - 2pm at Royal Seven Center located at 311 Dowd Street.  During this event residents can connect with local organizations, services, and opportunities that make Durham stronger.  There will be vendors, music and free food.  No registration is required.

  • East Durham Rail Crossings Study Webinar on November 12 - The Durham County Transportation Department invites community members to learn about and get involved in the East Durham Rail Crossings Study. A virtual webinar will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 7 to 8 p.m. via Zoom. Live Spanish interpretation will be available to attendees. The study focuses on identifying safety, mobility, and connectivity improvements at three railroad crossings in East Durham: South Plum Street, South Driver Street, and Ellis Road. During the webinar, participants will learn why these crossings are being evaluated, receive an overview of the planning process, and hear about opportunities to provide feedback and help shape potential improvements. Community input will play an important role throughout the study, and residents are encouraged to participate. Register for the webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kFa_qwGETmKeLTNJtJdoOA#/registration. For more information, project updates, and webinar registration details, visit the East Durham Rail Crossings Study website: https://dconc.gov/Transportation/Grants/Durham-Rail-Crossing/East-Durham-Rail-Crossings-Study. Questions may be directed to Caroline Lamb, Durham County Transportation Planner, at clamb@dconc.gov.

  • Oxford-Hamlin Areas Small Area Plan Community Workshop on November 12 - Help shape the future of your neighborhood! The next Oxford-Hamlin Small Area Plan community workshop will focus on priorities identified by residents, including environmental protections, open space and maintenance, and related topics. The workshop will be held on Thursday, November 12, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Soul Sanctuary, located at 1016 Old Oxford Road. Join the Durham Planning and Development Department  to learn more, share ideas, and help develop solutions to local concerns. Snacks, drinks, and children's activities will be provided. Spanish interpretation is available upon request through registration. RSVP here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=gu99KTmUiEOoCDVIpOz0fTRMlaO8j0JHi3E1NlwHfctUMU4zVEROSDJEUFRVTjJGS1YxNUFNUEJFMC4u&route=shorturl

  • Durham County Seeks Proposals to Support Youth’s Social, Emotional, Mental, and Physical Health - Durham County is now soliciting proposals for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Youth Services Grant Program, a competitive microgrant designed to support local nonprofit organizations that enrich the lives of youth, and promote their social, emotional, mental, and physical health. A total of $500,000 is available and grant awards will range between a minimum of $40,000 to a maximum of $50,000. Durham County invites proposals from nonprofit organizations with an active 501(c)(3) status or community-based groups with a fiscal sponsor that has an active 501(c)(3) status. Proposed projects must serve youth ages 4-24 in Durham County and focus on one or more of three eligible project categories: (I) Youth Social-Emotional and Mental Health Services, (II) Youth Enrichment and Recreational Activities or (III) Youth Academic Supports. Interested organizations can submit their applications via JotForm at https://dconc2.jotform.com/262796146830869. The deadline to apply is Monday, November 16 at 5:00 p.m.

  • Join Welcome Baby’s 14th Annual Winter Coat Drive - Help keep Durham's children warm this winter by supporting Welcome Baby's 14th Annual Winter Coat Drive. The annual drive collects new and gently used coats and winter accessories for children ranging in size from newborn to size 8. Public donation boxes will be available from November 16 through January 8 at the Durham Cooperative Extension Building, located at 721 Foster Street, Durham County Library locations, and additional sites to be announced. Community members are encouraged to donate coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and other winter essentials to help the children of Durham stay warm during the colder months. Interested in hosting a private coat drive? Contact Cindy Riley at 919-560-7319 or ckriley@dconc.gov for more information.

  • Sheriff Clarence Birkhead Joins “In Touch with Durham County” Show for November Episode - The November 2026 episode of “In Touch with Durham County”, produced by the Durham County Public Information Office, is now available. In this episode, host Deborah Craig-Ray, Durham County Chief Communications Officer, sits down with Sheriff Clarence F. Birkhead for an in-depth conversation about the role of the Durham County Sheriff's Office, the agency's ongoing efforts to build trust with residents and neighborhoods, and recent investments aimed at expanding its presence across the county and strengthening its workforce. Watch the full episode on the Durham County YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/VOvxwABl2Pc.