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

5:30 p.m.
Monday, May 26, 2025

Purpose:

  • 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).

 

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

7:00 p.m.

Monday, May 26, 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:

Residents may deliver comments on agenda items for the meeting in person or virtually.

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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, May 24th.
  • 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

  • Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event – The Solid Waste Division will host a disposal event on Saturday, June 6, from 8 a.m. to noon, offering residents of unincorporated Durham County a safe opportunity to drop off hazardous household products at the Northern Durham Convenience Site, located at 11894 N. Roxboro Road. This event is open only to residents who have a current 2025–2026 solid waste decal issued by Durham County Government.

  • Take the BRT Vision Plan Survey– Durham County is developing a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Vision Plan to examine corridor improvements and service investments for a comprehensive network of high-capacity transit services across Durham County. The Vision Plan will seek to enhance mobility and connectivity for residents and visitors across Durham County over the next 30 years. Staff is seeking community input throughout the process to ensure the BRT Vision Plan reflects local priorities. Take the quick two‑minute survey that builds on what we learned from our Fall 2025 survey: https://durhambrtvision.com/spring-2026-survey.

  • Durham Hunger Day 2026- Residents are invited to come together for Durham Hunger Day, a community celebration focused on nourishing our neighbors on Sunday, June 7, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street. This year’s theme, “Nourishing Neighbors,” highlights the many ways food brings people together through culture, community, and care. The event is free and open to all, offering music, arts, family activities, food trucks, giveaways, free snacks, a bounce house, and more.

    Aging Gracefully Resource Fair- The Aging and Adult Services Division of the Durham County Social Services Department wants you to have the tools and information to age gracefully in our community. Attend the event to learn from professionals in the areas of long-term care, Medicare, legal, guardianship, dementia/Alzheimer’s, financial, assisted living, social security, nutrition, and more.  The event will take place on Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at the Durham County Human Services Building, 414 E. Main Street. Learn more about the free event at 919-560-8588.

  • Have you watched the latest episode of “In Touch with Durham County” - In this month’s “In Touch with Durham County” episode, host Deborah Craig‑Ray, Durham County’s Chief Communications Officer, sits down with two informative guests. Dr. Rodney Jenkins, Durham County Public Health Director, shares timely, essential updates on measles and what our community needs to know. Elena Maina, Executive Director of Student U, offers an inspiring look at a major educational partnership shaping the future for Durham’s youth. Don’t miss these important conversations! Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpLxPS10Zps

  • PreK Family Information Session- The Durham PreK 2026-2027 school year application is now open! Learn more about the Durham PreK application and enrollment process at a virtual information session, on Thursday, May 28 at 5:30 p.m. Attendees can register for the session here: https://www.durhamprek.org/events/family-information-session-may-28-2026/.