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

7:00 p.m.

Monday, September 14, 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, September 13th.
  • 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

  • Get Help with Your Child with RYSE - The Resources for Youth Success & Empowerment (RYSE) Assessment Center supports Durham families with youth ages 10 to 17 through fast screenings and referrals. RYSE connects youth with trusted tutoring, mentoring, mental health, workforce programs and more. Walk-ins welcome. Visit their office at 2432 Broad Street or call today. Families, schools, and other community partners can refer to RYSE, your one-stop resource hub. Contact ryse@dconc.gov or 919 560 7661.

  • Veteran Services Office to Offer Limited Services from September 21 – 25- Residents seeking assistance from Durham County Department of Veteran Services Office from Monday, September 21 through Friday, September 25, 2026, should note that limited services will be available as staff will be attending their annual accreditation training. The office will resume full service on Monday, September 28. Customers can still reach Veteran Services by calling 919-560-8387, emailing veteranservices@dconc.gov, or visiting their office at 201 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, NC 27701.

  • Reimagining Durham County Memorial Stadium- Durham Next, in partnership with Durham County Government and the Durham Sports Commission, is conducting a feasibility study for Durham County Memorial Stadium. The stadium has long been a hub for athletics, events, and community gatherings, and this study will explore potential upgrades, expansion, or rebuilding to better serve Durham and support larger events. Share your vision for the stadium’s future through this anonymous 10–15 minute survey. Whether or not you’ve used the stadium, your input matters. Take the survey and share your perspectives here: https://gensler.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9FTzf7asazEzDv0

  • Need help with your property taxes?- The Durham County Department of Social Services offers the Low-Income Homeowners Relief (LIHR) Program for eligible Durham residents. The program provides assistance on current property taxes for eligible homeowners. To qualify, you must own your property, it must have served as your primary residence for at least five years and your income must be less than or equal to 80% of the Average Median Income. If you think you may qualify, click here to learn more and apply online: https://dconc.gov/Social-Services/Aging-and-Adult-Services/Low-Income-Homeowners-Relief-LIHR. To apply in person, call (919) 560-8000 to schedule an appointment. For FAQs, visit https://dconc.gov/Social-Services/Aging-and-Adult-Services/Low-Income-Homeowners-Relief-LIHR.

  • Join Welcome Baby for the 3rd Annual Sock‑Tember Sock Drive-
    All September, Welcome Baby is collecting new children’s socks (sizes Newborn–Kids 9) with a goal of 6,000 pairs. Donations support families through Welcome Baby’s free weekly Giving Closet.

    Drop-off locations include:
    • Durham County Libraries (Main, East, North, Southwest, South)
    • YMCA (Downtown, Lakewood, Hope Valley Farm)
    • Book Harvest
    • Durham Cooperative Extension

    To host a private drive or collection box, contact Cindy Riley at 919-560-7319 or ckriley@dconc.gov.

  • Now Airing: In Touch with Durham County– Host Deborah Craig-Ray speaks with Derek L. Bowens, Director of Elections, about what to expect for the upcoming General Election and early voting. She also welcomes Kathy Everett-Perry, Chief Employment Officer, for a conversation on building a strong talent pipeline and fostering excellence across county government. Watch the full episode on demand on the Durham County Government YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIIkXMdSNss