On the agenda: Durham Board of County Commissioners on 2026-06-01 9:00 AM - Work Session - Jun 01, 2026 — Data Center (Jun 1)

Durham County

200 E. Main Street
Durham, NC 27701
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Meeting Agenda
Board of County Commissioners
Monday, June 1, 2026

9:00 AM

Commissioners' Chambers

Work Session

“Public Charge”
The Board of Commissioners asks its members and citizens to conduct themselves in a
respectful, courteous manner, both with the Board and fellow citizens. At any time,
should any member of the Board or any citizen fail to observe this public charge, the
Chair will ask the offending person to leave the meeting until that individual regains
personal control. Should decorum fail to be restored, the Chair will recess the meeting
until such time that a genuine commitment to the public charge is observed.
"Land Acknowledgment"
As we convene for the Durham County Commissioners meeting, it's crucial to
recognize the painful truth of history. We stand on the stolen ancestral lands of the
Catawba, Eno, Occaneechi, Shakori, and Tuscarora peoples, whose deep connection to
this land predates our arrival. We acknowledge with humility the unjust displacement
and violence that occurred, leading to the dispossession of indigenous peoples from
their homelands. Their resilience in the face of such adversity is a testament to their
strength and spirit.
May we humbly honor the ancestors and elders of these nations, both past and present,
by committing ourselves to fostering understanding, healing, and justice for all who
inhabit this land. Let us walk forward together with open hearts, acknowledging the
past and embracing a future guided by compassion, respect, and unity.

9:00 am Work Session Agenda
1. Closed Session (Scheduled from 9am - 11am)
26-0295
Agenda Text:

Closed Session

The Board is requested to adjourn into Closed Session to prevent the disclosure of
sensitive public security information protected under N.C.G.S. 132-1.7(a)(3),
pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(1).
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Strategic Plan Goal - High

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Performing Organization
Resource Persons: Monica W. Wallace, Clerk to the Board
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that
the Board adjourn into Closed Session and provide direction to staff.

2. Reconvene from Closed Session
3. Recess - To Attend Juneteenth Flag Rising Ceremony (11:30am - 12:30pm)
4. Citizen Comments (30 min)
5. Consent Agenda (15 min)
26-0261
Agenda Text:

Receive Keep Durham Beautiful’s 2025 Annual Report

The Board is requested to receive Keep Durham Beautiful’s 2025 Annual Report.
Keep Durham Beautiful (KDB) is a nonprofit organization with a volunteer Board of
Directors. A portion of its operating budget is supported by Durham County and the
City of Durham.
The 2025 Annual Report reflects KDB’s annual goals and
achievements during the 2025 calendar year.
The mission of KDB is to build environmentally just, resilient, and beautiful outdoor
spaces in cooperation with Durham communities. KDB continues to enhance our
community’s environmental health and beauty through initiatives that promote litter
prevention, community greening, and environmental education.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This request aligns with Durham County Strategic
Goal: Sustainable Infrastructure & Environment
Resource Persons: Tobin L. Freid, Sustainability Manager; Peri Manns, ASLA,
Deputy Director Engineering and Environmental Services
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the
Board receives Keep Durham Beautiful’s 2025 Annual Report.

Attachments:

Keep Durham Beautiful 2025 Annual Report

26-0263

Approval of Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC084 for the
Department of Social Services to recognize Duke Energy Carolinas,
LLC “Share the Light” (STL) funds in the amount of $16,909

Agenda Text:

The Board is requested to budget ordinance amendment No. 26BCC084 for the
Department of Social Services to recognize Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC “Share the
Light” (STL) funds in the amount of $16,909.
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC “Share the Light” (STL) is used exclusively to provide
assistance to people in crisis situations pay energy costs, unpaid deposits for utility

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services or unpaid reconnection charges for utility services. This program will follow
the same guidelines as our state energy programs. No County dollars required.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: Increase equitable healthy outcomes and quality of
life for all. Increase equitable outcomes through County operations and services.
Expand and provide services that support residents across their entire lifespan.
Resource Persons: Maggie Clapp, Director, Department of Social Services,
Margaret Faircloth, Assistant Director, Department of Social Services, and Travis
Williams, Assistant Director, Department of Social Services.
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the
Board of County Commissioners approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No.
26BCC084 for the Department of Social Services to recognize Duke Energy
Carolinas, LLC “Share the Light” (STL) funds of $16,909.
Attachments:

Duke Energy FY 2026 STL Supplement form
AAF-84 LEGAL FORM DSS to recognize $16,909 from Duke Energy Carolinas for Share the Light

26-0264

Approval of Board Review of the FY 2026-27 County Funding Plan for
the Home and Community Care Block Grant (HCCBG) for Aging
Adults

Agenda Text:

The Board is requested to review and approve The Home and Community Care
Block Grant Funding Plan. The Home and Community Care Block Care Grant
(HCCBG), as authorized in G.S. 143B-181.1 (a) (11), is designed to improve the
planning and coordination of in-home and community-based services provided to
North Carolina’s older adults. It is also intended to promote the visibility of aging
programs at the local level by giving counties increased flexibility with respect to
funding aging services available through the Block Grant. The majority of funding
comprising the HCCBG is authorized by the federal Older Americans Act. Funding
for the HCCBG is included in the FY2026-27 budget (pending BOCC approval).
Central Pines Regional Council serves as the designated recipient and administrative
entity for the Home and Community Care Block Grant. The Department (DSS) and
the Durham Center for Senior Life (DCSL) are co-lead agencies for receiving the
HCCBG funds and administering the programs. The goal of services provided under
this grant is to enable recipients to stay at home longer, receiving the care and services
they need in their own homes, thus reducing the necessity for out-of- home
placement. Services provided are Adult Day Care Services, Congregate Meals,
Senior Center Operations, Information and Case Assistance, Transportation, Home
Delivered Meals, and In-Home Aide Services.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: Healthy and Inclusive Community supporting
equitable and inclusive health and well-being for all.
Resource Persons: Maggie Cveticanin, Director, Department of Social Services,
Travis Williams, Assistant Director, Department of Social Services, Margaret

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Faircloth, Assistant Director, Department of Social Services.
County Manager’s Recommendation: Approval of Board Review of the FY
2026-27 County Funding Plan for Home and Community Block Grant for Aging
Adults.
Attachments:

HCCBG AAF Suppl FY26-27
HCCBG Legistar FY26-27
HCCBG DCSL 732
HCCBG DSS 732

26-0266

Approval to enter into a contract with Southern Elevator Company,
Inc. in the amount of $148,200.00 to provide elevator maintenance
and repair services across Durham County Government facilities and
parking decks

Agenda Text:

The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to enter into a contract with
Southern Elevator Company, Inc., subject to the review and approval by the County
Attorney’s Office, in the amount of $148,200.00 to provide maintenance and elevator
repair services to Durham County Government facilities and parking decks. The
board also allows the County Manager to sign off on subsequent extensions, change
orders, or amendments associated with this contract, as necessary, so long as funds
are available within the General Services Budget.
On March 23, 2026, the Request for Proposals (RFP NO. 26-031) was advertised
to obtain qualified and experienced firms to provide elevator maintenance and repair
services across Durham County government facilities and parking decks.
We received proposals from three (3) elevator service providers. Upon completion
of the evaluation process, Southern Elevator was identified as the most capable of
delivering the level of service required. Their pricing demonstrated the most
cost-effective solution while maintaining compliance with the county’s operational and
service expectations for fifty (50) elevators across eighteen (18)county facilities.
In addition to offering the lowest bid, Southern Elevator Company has established an
exceptional track record of performance servicing our current elevators that includes
consistently delivering reliable elevator maintenance, repair, and modernization
services with minimal disruption to county operations. Their proven history of
satisfactory contract performance reduces operational risk and provides confidence in
their continued ability to meet service level expectations throughout the contract term.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This project aligns with the DCo Forward 2029
Strategic Plan Objectives (Goals) SI-1 Sustainable Infrastructure & Environment:
Plan for long-term use of County land, facilities, and equipment.
Resource Persons: Motiryo Keambiroiro, Director General Services; Shawn
Swiatocha, Assistant Director, Operations; Ian Conroy, Contracts Specialist; Sontina

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Greene, Sr. Administrative Officer
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that
the Board to approve and authorize the County Manager to execute a service
contract with Southern Elevator Company Inc., subject to the review and approval by
the County Attorney’s Office, in the amount of $148,200.00 to provide maintenance
and elevator repair services to Durham County Government facilities and parking
decks. The County Manager also recommends that the Board approve and authorize
the County Manager to sign off on subsequent extensions, change orders, or
amendments associated with this contract, as necessary, so long as funds are available
within the General Services Budget.
Attachments:

AAF Supplemental Document 5.15.2026
RFP 26-031 Justification Letter
Committee Scores RFP 26-031
Durham County Elevator List
Monitoring Form - Southern

26-0283

Approve and Authorize the Manager to Execute A Resolution and
Lease Agreement with Bull City Slabs, LLC for a suite at Shoppes of
Hope Valley

Agenda Text:

Approve and authorize the Manager to execute a Resolution and Lease Agreement
with Bull City Slabs, LLC for a suite at Shoppes of Hope Valley, located at 3825 S.
Roxboro St., and authorize minor changes to the Lease Agreement prior to execution
based on County Legal approval.
Per General Statute 160A-272, the County may lease surplus space with the
adoption of a Resolution allowing the leasing of said property.
This lease is with Bull City Slabs, LLC, a trading cards and novelty store, for a 5-year
term with one 3-year extension and total value of $280,735. Bull City Slabs will
occupy Suite 133 at Shoppes of Hope Valley. Please see attachment 1 for the lease,
attachment 2 for the Resolution, and attachment 3 for the Affidavit confirming proper
notification.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This lease supports Sustainable Infrastructure &
Environment Planning for long-term use of County land, facilities, and equipment.
Resource Persons: Christy Raulli, Senior Real Estate Officer; Peri Manns, ASLA,
LEED GA, Deputy Director, Engineering and Environmental Services; Jay Gibson,
P.E., Director, Engineering and Environmental Services; Maurice Jones, Deputy
County Manager; Curtis Massey, Deputy County Attorney
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that
the Board approve and authorize the Manager to execute a Resolution and Lease

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Agreement with Bull City Slabs, LLC for a suite at Shoppes of Hope Valley, located
at 3825 S. Roxboro St., and authorize minor changes to the Lease Agreement prior
to execution based on County Legal approval.
Attachments:

Bull City Slabs Lease
Resolution Leasing Surplus Property - Bull City Slabs
Affidavit - Bull City Slabs

26-0284

Approve Durham County’s Support for and Participation in Triangle
Land Conservancy’s Purchase and Protection of 145 acres of
Farmland at 4209 and 4310 Hall Road, Including a $750,000 County
contribution, and the Conveyance of a Conservation Easement to
Durham County for Permanent Land Protection

Agenda Text:

The Board is requested to approve Durham County’s support for and participation in
Triangle Land Conservancy’s purchase and protection of 145 acres of farmland at
4209 and 4310 Hall Road, including a $750,000 County contribution, and the
conveyance of a conservation easement to Durham County for permanent land
protection.
TLC is under contract and has preliminary funding from the Army National Guard and
the City of Raleigh’s Watershed Protection Program to purchase and protect 145
acres of farmland currently for sale on Hall Road in northeastern Durham County. The
County’s $750,000 contribution represents 33% of the total $2.285 million cost of
purchasing and protecting this land and allows TLC to leverage local and federal
funding partners to make the purchase. These County funds are currently available in
the Open Space & Farmland Protection Capital Project (4730DC083), and closer to
closing we will return to the Board with a budget amendment to transfer these funds
from the capital account to operating, allowing the County to encumber them in the
fiscal year of closing.
County funds will support TLC’s purchase, cover surveying costs, and secure a
conservation easement to be held by Durham County to ensure permanent protection
of the property. The farmland contains state- and nationally significant agricultural
soils, and its protection will allow TLC to sell the County-protected land to farmers,
supporting continued agricultural use in northern Durham County. When the protected
land is conveyed to a third party, Durham County and TLC will co-hold the
conservation easement, with Durham County retaining enforcement rights.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: The acquisition and protection of land for
permanent open space and farmland aligns with Strategic Plan Goal 4: Environment Protect natural resources and support and promote community and economic
viability, through the Natural Resource Stewardship and Protection Objective to
protect and steward natural resources.
Resource Persons: Celeste Burns, Open Space and Real Estate Manager, Peri

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Manns, Deputy Director of Engineering and Environmental Services; Jay Gibson,
Director of Engineering and Environmental Services; Margaret Sands, Associate
Director of Land Protection West, Triangle Land Conservancy
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the
Board approve Durham County’s support for and participation in Triangle Land
Conservancy’s purchase and protection of 145 acres of farmland at 4209 and 4310
Hall Road, including a $750,000 County contribution, and the conveyance of a
conservation easement to Durham County for permanent land protection.
Attachments:

Maps & Photos - Hall Rd Farmland
Supplemental - Hall Road Farmland Acquisition and Protection

26-0298

Library Requests to Award Contract for Sole Source Purchase of
Digital Content Management Services and for eBooks, eAudiobooks,
eMagazines and Streaming Content from OverDrive

Agenda Text:

The Board is requested to provide approval for sole source exemption for the
purchase of digital content management services from OverDrive in the amount of
$12,000 annually for four years. The Board is also requested to provide approval for
the purchase of individual eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and streaming content
from OverDrive in an amount not to exceed $638,000 for the first year of the
contract. In addition, the Board is requested to provide approval for the Manager to
execute any other related contracts such as amendments and/or change orders, if
necessary, in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for service and content in any
year of the contract.
Funds for this contract will come from Library’s existing Resources and Technical
Services budget for electronic resources. No new or additional funds are being
requested. Increases in the contract amount for the next four years are encompassed
in the recommendation to approve any other related contracts such as amendments
not to exceed $1,000,000 annually.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This request aligns with the Strategic Plan Goal 1
“Community and Family Prosperity and Enrichment” by providing library materials
which support and enhance the educational, creative and cultural opportunities
available to library users.
Resource Persons: Dana Conners, Library Director; Katherine Makens, Assistant
Director; Stephen Zibrat, Collection Development Administrative Librarian
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the
Board provide approval for sole source exemption for the purchase of digital content
management services from OverDrive in the amount of $12,000 annually for four
years. The Board is also requested to provide approval for the purchase of individual
eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and streaming content from OverDrive in an
amount not to exceed $638,000 for the first year of the contract. In addition, the
Board is requested to provide approval for the Manager to execute any other related

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contracts such as amendments and/or change orders, if necessary, in an amount not to
exceed $1,000,000 for service and content in any year of the contract.
Attachments:

OverDrive Inc Attachment 1 - Scope of Services Form_FY2027 reviewed 5 20 26
OverDrive Master Agreement FY2027 reviewed 5.20.26
OverDrive Sole Source Letter- Durham County Library (2026)

6. Other Business (20 min)
26-0282

Suspend the Rules and Approve Budget Ordinance Amendment
26BCC086 Appropriating $1,379,000 of General Fund Fund Balance
and Authorize the Manager to Execute a Contract with TKC
Management Services for Facility Management at the Durham County
Detention Center

Agenda Text:

The Board is requested to suspend the rules and approve Budget Ordinance
Amendment 26BDD086 appropriating $1,379,000 from General Fund fund Balance
for Facility Management at the Durham County Detention Center; as well as
approving year-one of a five-year contract with TKC Management Services and
authorizing
the County Manager to execute subsequent renewals not to exceed
$6,895,000.00. Contract years 2-5 will be budgeted during the annual budget
process.
Durham County General Services and the Durham County Sheriff’s Office
collaboratively solicited bids for a five-year facility maintenance and janitorial services
contract for the Durham County Detention Center. On a daily basis, the Durham
County Detention Center houses an average of 450 detainees. Approximately 100
staff members and contractors work in the detention center on a daily basis. The
building has a complex infrastructure to meet the daily needs of the detainees and
employees - including, but not limited to, plumbing (toilets, showers, sinks), heat and
air conditioning, fire suppression systems, daily laundry services and more than 1500
meals served per day. All of these services are governed by state health and jail
regulations and ACA accreditation standards. Recently, these major systems
underwent a multi-million-dollar renovation to sustain the life, safety and security of
the building. TKC Management Services will provide facility maintenance, warranty
management, janitorial services and regular preventive maintenance as outlined in their
proposal. This contract will transfer the building maintenance responsibilities from
General Services to TKC Management Services, the lowest qualified bidder for this
scope of work.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This agenda item aligns with Goal 3: Safe
Community
Resource Persons: Justin Ellerbe, Chief of Detention Services, Durham County
Sheriff’s Office; Shawn Swiatocha, Assistant Director, Durham County General
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Services; Motiryo Keambiroiro, Director,
Clarence Birkhead, Sheriff of Durham County.

June 1, 2026

Durham

County

General

Services;

County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the
Board suspend the rules and approve Budget Ordinance Amendment 26BDD086
appropriating $1,379,000 from General Fund fund Balance for Facility Management
at the Durham County Detention Center; as well as approving year-one of a five-year
contract with TKC Management Services and authorize the County Manager to
execute subsequent renewals not to exceed $6,895,000.00. Contract years 2-5 will
be budgeted during the annual budget process.

Attachments:

Durham County Sheriff's Office - Budget FY26-27 (05-21-2026) Exhibit B
AAF-86 Legal Form General Fund FB $1,379,000 for Detention Center Maintenance Contract.pdf
TKC Supplemental
TKC_Service Contract Template_FY2026_May 22 2026
Attachment 1B_TKC_RFP Proposal packet (003)

26-0305
Agenda Text:

Board and Commission Appointments - Durham County
Board of Trustees “Community Representative” Position (10min)

Hospital

Monica Wallace, Clerk to the Board, requests the Board to suspend the Rules and
make appointments to the following board:

§

Durham County Hospital Corporation Board of Trustees - “Community
Representative” Position

The Board of Commissioners are requested to suspend the rules and vote to appoint
members to the Durham County Hospital Corporation Board of Trustees “Community Representative” Position.
The Board of Commissioners recognizes the need to have a representative sample of
the citizens of Durham County serve on boards, commissions, committees, and
authorities. No citizen may serve more than four consecutive terms for 2-year term
boards; three consecutive terms for 3-year term boards; two consecutive terms for
4-year term boards; and one consecutive term for 5 and 6-year term boards in any
one position, unless otherwise stated by statute; or there are no other applicants who
meet the eligibility requirements. The Equalization and Review Board shall be exempt
from these term limits.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with focus area: High Performing
Organization.
Resource Persons: Monica Wallace, Clerk to the Board
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the
Board of County Commissioners suspend the rules and vote to appoint members to
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the aforementioned Boards and Commissions.
Attachments:

B&C Appt Memo - June 1, 2026

7. Discussion Items (50 min)
26-0286
Agenda Text:

Approval of the Final
Work Program (20min)

Recommended

FY27 Durham

Annual

Transit

The Board is requested to approve the Final Recommended FY27 Durham Annual
Transit Work Program (Work Program).
As part of the appropriations process for the Durham County Transit Plan, an annual
Work Program is developed and includes a budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The
2023 Transit Governance Interlocal Agreement (ILA) determines the process by
which the annual budget is developed and approved. Under the guidance of the ILA,
the Work Program requires approval by the Durham Board of County
Commissioners (BOCC) and the GoTriangle Board of Trustees.
The BOCC received an informational presentation at the work session held on April
6, 2026. At the Staff Working Group (SWG) meeting held on May 20, 2026, the
FY27 Work Program was recommended for approval by a vote of 4-0.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Durham County Strategic
Goal: Regional Leadership
Resource Persons: Ellen Beckmann, AICP, Transportation Director; Brandi Minor,
CLGFO, Transit Program Administrator
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that
the Board approve the Final Recommended FY27 Durham Annual Transit Work
Program.

Attachments:

FY27 Transit Work Program Agenda Memo
Durham Transit Plan FY27 Final Recommended Work Program Presentation
FY27 Durham Annual Transit Work Program - Final Recommended
FY27 Durham Annual Work Program Engagement Report

26-0310
Agenda Text:

Future Data Center Policy Discussion (30min)

The Board is asked to provide staff with guidance on the information needed to
inform future policy discussions regarding data centers. As data centers have
expanded across the state and nation, some jurisdictions have enacted temporary
moratoria on new large-scale facilities, citing concerns about rising utility costs and
environmental effects.
Alignment with Strategic
Infrastructure Environment

Plan:

Empowered

Community

and

Sustainable

Resource Persons: Claudia Hager, County Manager; Larissa Williamson, County
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Attorney; Maurice Jones, Deputy County Manager
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the
Board gives direction on future data center policy discussions.

8. Closed Session
26-0294
Agenda Text:

Closed Session

The Board is requested to adjourn into Closed Session 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).
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Strategic Goal: High
Performing Organization
Resource Persons: Larissa S. Williamson, County Attorney
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the
Board adjourn into Closed Session and provide direction to staff.

9. Adjournment

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