HomeMy WebLinkAbout040726 agenda packetREGULAR MEETING - REVISED
Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Commissioners Meeting Room Harnett County Resource Center & Library 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington
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1.Call to order – Chairman Duncan Jaggers
2.Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation – Commissioner Barbara McKoy
3.Harnett County Heroes Remembrance Presentation
4.Consider additions and deletions to the published agenda
5.Public Comment PeriodPeriod of up to 30 minutes for informal comments allowing 3 minutes for each presentation. Individualswho wish to speak are asked to sign up prior to the meeting. Speakers may register by completing theform on the County website in advance at harnett.org/boc, contacting the clerk at least one hour beforethe meeting begins via email at mdcapps@harnett.org, or by signing the signup sheet located at the backof the meeting room. The signup form will be picked up by the clerk 5 minutes before the publishedmeeting start time.
6.Consent AgendaA.Minutesi.Meeting Minutes of March 10, 2026ii.Special Meeting Minutes of the Southwest Water and Sewer District of March 10, 2026iii.Special Meeting Minutes of March 30, 2026
7.Presentations:A.Child Abuse Prevention Month ProclamationB.Keep Harnett Beautiful – 2026 Litter Sweep; Morgan Pope, Keep Harnett Beautiful CoordinatorC.Summary of Employee Exit Surveys Presentation; Janice Lane, Human Resources DirectorD.Presentation of Harnett Regional Water (HRW) Capital Improvement Plan; Tommy Burns, HRWDirectorE.Presentation of HRW Debt Affordability; Ted Cole, Davenport
8.Action:A.Discuss and consider a request to approve the fireworks application from Pyrostar Entertainment
LLC, for Campbell University’s baseball season; Larry Smith, Emergency Services Director
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B.Discuss and consider a contract with Parrish and Partners to manage the construction phase of
the new fuel farm at Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ); Brad Abate, HRJ Director
C.Discuss and consider a request to accept the 2026 NRA Foundation Grant Award to Harnett
County Extension Shooting Sports Club; Tim Mathews, Cooperative Extension Director
D.Discuss and consider a request to approve a technical memorandum from Weston and
Sampson, Harnett Regional Water’s (HRW) consulting engineer on the WWTP project upgrades
which cover Change Order No. 6 for Adams Robinson and Change Order No.1 for Bionomics;
Tommy Burns, HRW Director
E.Discuss and consider a request to approve a contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs
P.A. for the completion of the Country’s required audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026;
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
F.Discuss and consider a request to adopt a Resolution authorizing the purchase by Harnett
County of Harnett Regional Jetport Hangar No. 559 and associated budget amendment; Dwight
Snow, County Attorney
G.Review applications for Boards and Committees.
9.County Manager’s Report – Brent Trout, County ManagerA.Social Services Monthly ReportB.Recognition of Department AccomplishmentsC.Budget RevisionsD.Budget Amendments – Motion to approve budget amendments as requested by theFinance Officer.E.Contract Amendments/Change Orders exceeding the County – Motion to authorize the
Chairman to sign contract amendments/change orders exceeding the manager’s signature
threshold.
i.Hawkins, Inc. – Change Order – Powder Activated Carbon
ii.Johnson Controls – Change Order
F.Resolution requesting NCDOT add Lambert Way in the Purfoy Place Subdivision to the State’sSecondary Road System – Consider motion to approve the ResolutionG.Resolution requesting NCDOT add Solomon Drive, Wolcott Court, Melvill Lane, Edes Court, SearsDrive, Hancock Court, Brewster Court, Rush Lane and Sam Adams Drive in Liberty MeadowsSubdivision to the State’s Secondary Road System – Consider motion to approve Resolution
10.New Business
11.Closed Session
12.Adjourn
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CONDUCT OF THE APRIL 7, 2026 MEETING
Live audio of the meeting will be streamed on the Harnett County Government’s YouTube Channel
at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7mTF6HTD65x_98EhAMeMg/featured.
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Regular Meeting Minutes
March 10, 2026
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HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting Minutes
March 10, 2026
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 9:00
am, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, Harnett County Resource Center and Library, 455 McKinney
Parkway, Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present: Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman
Matthew B. Nicol, Vice Chairman
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
William Morris, Commissioner
Absent: W. Brooks Matthews, Commissioner
Staff present: Brent Trout, County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Melissa Capps, Clerk
Chairman Jaggers called the meeting to order at 9:00 am.
Vice Chairman Nicol led the Pledge of Allegiance and provided the invocation.
Amy Noel, Veterans Services Assistant Director, presented information regarding Harnett County
Heroes Remembrance recognition. We are recognizing and honoring veterans that appear on our Wall of
Heroes. These individuals have received awards for acts of individual heroism, not as a unit. Ms. Noel
read Cook Ollie R. Link’s citation. Chairman Jaggers presented a certificate to the family members of
Cook Link.
Chairman Jaggers called for any additions or deletions to the published agenda. Commissioner Morris
made a motion to approve the agenda as published. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Nicol
and carried unanimously.
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously. The following item was on the consent agenda:
A.Regular Meeting Minutes of March 2, 2026
Mike Morrow, Assistant County Manager provided information on the recently conducted Community
Survey and introduced Jason Morado, Vice President and Director of Community Research with ETC
Institute. Mr. Morado presented the following information:
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• ETC Institute is a National Leader in Market Research for Local Governmental Organizations
• Purpose
o To objectively assess resident satisfaction with the delivery of major County services
o To help determine priorities for the community
o To set a baseline for future surveys
o To compare the County’s performance with other communities regionally and nationally
• Methodology
o Survey Description
Five-page survey
Took an average of 12 to 15 minutes to complete
o Method of Administration
By mail and online to randomly selected sample of County residents
o Sample Size
502 completed surveys
Margin of error: +/- 4.4% at the 95% level of confidence
• Location of Survey Respondents
o Good representation throughout the County
o Demographics of survey respondents reflects the actual population of the County
• What We Learned
o Respondents Gave High Satisfaction Ratings for County Services
o Harnett County Rates 23% Above the U.S. Average in Providing Customer Service
o Top Priorities for Core County Services
Development Services
Parks and Recreation Services
Social Services
o Top Community Priorities for the Future
Providing Access to Quality Healthcare
Improving Water Quality
Increasing Public Safety
• Topic #1 – Perceptions and County Services
• Topic #2 – Medical Health Care
• Topic #3 – Behavior Health Care
• Topic #4 – Top Priorities
• Summary
o Respondents Gave High Satisfaction Ratings for County Services
o Harnett County Rates 23% Above the U.S. Average in Providing Customer Service
o Top Priorities for Core County Services
Development Services
Parks and Recreation Services
Social Services
o Top Community Priorities for the Future
Providing Access to Quality Healthcare
Improving Water Quality
Increasing Public Safety
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Christine Wallace, Tax Administrator, and Ryan Vincent with Vincent Valuations provided a final
update on the 2026 Reappraisal. Information included:
• General Information
o Reappraisal is required at least once every eight years per North Carolina general statute
o The process resets all real property tax values to current market value, as of January 1 of
the reappraisal year. This reappraisal cycle is based on an effective date of January 1,
2026.
o Reappraisal distributes the overall property tax burden equitably across the county based
on current market value
o Property tax values generally do not change from year to year until the next reappraisal.
Exceptions include new construction, parcel splits/recombination and permitted changes.
o There are currently over 80,000 parcels of real property in Harnett County
• Reappraisal Objective
o Appraise all real property in the county at 100% of its current fair market value, as
defined by statute
o G.S. 105-283: “All property, real and personal, shall as far as practicable be appraised or
valued at its true value in money.”
o True value in money is “the price estimated in terms of money at which the property
would change hands between a willing and financially able buyer and a willing seller,
neither being under any compulsion to buy or sell and both having reasonable knowledge
of all the uses to which the property is adapted and for which it is capable of being used.”
• Market Value
• 2026 Reappraisal Timeline
• Where Our Values Come From
• Why We Do It This Way
• Disclaimer
• Sales Ratio Results
• What Does this Mean?
• Jurisdictional Change Estimates
o Countywide: 42-46%
o Town of Lillington: 48-52%
o City of Dunn: 44-48%
o Town of Angier: 34-38%
o Town of Erwin: 49-53%
o Town of Coats: 54-58%
• Different Areas, Different Changes
• Personal Property Valuation Considerations
• Appraised Value vs Tax Rates
• Appeals: What to do if you Disagree
• How to Support Your Appeal
• Key Appeal Date - All appeals must be submitted online or in writing by 5:00p.m. on May 8,
2026.
• Tax Relief Programs
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• Next Steps
o January 1, 2026 – Effective date of countywide reappraisal
o March 2026 – Mail value notice
o March 2026 – Begin accepting appeals
o April 2026 – BOER hearings begin
o May 8, 2026 – Deadline to submit appeals
o August 2026 – Tax bills mailed
o November 30th – Last day for BOER to hear appeals
Sarah Arbour, Planner II, provided a briefing on the following upcoming public hearings:
• PLAN2512-0003 Proposed Zoning Change from the Industrial & Conservation Zoning District
to the RA-30 & Conservation Zoning District, and a proposed future land use classification
change from the Employment Growth Area & Conservation future land use classification to the
Rural/Agricultural & Conservation future land use classification
• PLAN2601-0001 Proposed Zoning Change from the Commercial Zoning District to the RA-20R
Zoning District
• PLAN2601-0002 Proposed Zoning Change from the RA-30 Zoning District to the Commercial
Zoning District
• PLAN2512-0002 Proposed Text Amendment - Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance;
Article IV, Sections 1.0 - 14.0 to include Subsections 3.1-3.9, 4.1-4.4, 5.1-5.6, 6.1-6.5,7.1-7.5,
11.1-11.2, 12.1-12.6, 13.1-13.5, 14.1-14.5; Article XIII, Section 6.0, Subsection 6.2; Article
XIV, Section 2.0, Subsection 2.2 “Conditional Zoning”
Mark Locklear, Development Services Director, presented the current policy regarding when sidewalks
are required. Information included:
• Sidewalk requirements are more common in municipal settings than in county jurisdictions
• Sidewalks were not a priority for leadership at the time
• Many existing subdivisions, particularly in W. Harnett County, were established prior to the
Compatibility Design Concept (2007)
• Following adoption, sidewalks in standard subdivisions are not required, however, sidewalks are
incentivized through the “Compatibility Subdivision” option for higher density development
• Sidewalk, path, trail, and bike route regulations are determined by:
o Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance
o 2011 Harnett County Comprehensive Transportation Plan
o Harnett County Bicycle, Pedestrian, & Greenway Plan
• Current Sidewalk Requirements by Development Type
o Conventional Subdivisions
o Compatibility Subdivisions
o Multifamily Development
o Planned Unit Developments
o Non-Residential/Commercial Development
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• Future of Sidewalk Policy
o Harnett Horizons 2040 Land Use Plan recommends expanded pedestrian and bicycle
infrastructure
o Focus on improved connectivity, safety, and multimodal transportation options
o Staff is currently working with a transportation consultant to compare transportation
standards with peer communities
o Review will identify best practices and potential updates to current standards
o Staff is interested in obtaining Board direction on priorities and policy consideration for
sidewalks
o Staff will present enhanced regulations to the Board late summer
Tommy Burns, Harnett Regional Water (HRW) Director reviewed a request for approval of Task Order
4 with CDM Smith to provide a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) addressing per- and
polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the County’s water system. The PER will establish and verify the
basis of design criteria, site layout, estimated costs, and implementation timelines. This contract will
also provide a feasibility analysis on how HRW could potentially utilize existing Powdered Activated
Carbon (PAC) infrastructure as a PFAS treatment method. The total amount of this PER is $500,000 and
will provide the technical basis needed to advance design and ensure continued compliance with
evolving federal and state regulations. Board consideration and acceptance of this contract will authorize
staff to proceed with the next phase of engineering as recommended. Commissioner Morris made a
motion to approve Task Order 4 with CDM Smith to provide a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER)
addressing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the County’s water system. The motion was
seconded by Vice Chairman Nicol and carried unanimously.
Commissioner McKoy asked what the percentage of PFAS in our water now. Mr. Burns stated we stay
right around the threshold but there make be occasions when we have a spike if we have an upstream
discharge. Mr. Burns stated once we finish this process, we will be at or below the threshold level limit
and will be in full compliance.
Brent Trout, County Manager, stated regarding the LIFE St. Joseph of the Pines PACE Program Update,
I have been unable to reach the state contact. Once I hear back from them, I will provide the
information. The detailed report from the community survey discussed earlier will be online on our
website. Mr. Trout recognized our Emergency Management Services Department as they were recently
awarded by the American Heart Association the Lifeline EMS Gold Status Achievement Award for
proven dedication to ensuring access to best practices and life-saving care. A blank copy of the project
funding request list was placed at each of your desks, please return it to me. Our legislative luncheon
will be on March 31st. I also provided the mobile health unit schedule for the month. We served 172
scoops of ice cream for the Employee Appreciation event last week. You were also presented with an
invitation to attend the Harnett Management Academy graduation on April 15th at noon.
Commissioner McKoy made a motion to approve the Budget Amendments as requested by the Finance
Officer. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously. (Attachment 1)
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Commissioner Morris stated there have been two situations brought to my attention regarding system
development fees for commercial situations. One is a developer who is building a hangar at the Harnett
County Airport and he is a licensed public utilities contractor, who installed water and sewer tap at no
cost to the County and he has received a bill for $7,500. Another scenario, a gentlemen bought a lot, the
taps were already in place and he received a bill for $10,000. Commissioner Morris stated what I would
like to see in these very limited commercial settings, that staff be granted the authority in these situations
to waive system development fees because we have nothing invested and we are going to benefit largely
from the tax base that they are creating and it sends a message that we want to encourage commercial
growth. Discussion included current policy, setting a threshold and who they would grant that authority
to.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to grant the County Manager authority to waive system
development fees for $10,000 or less without Board approval. The motion was seconded by Vice
Chairman Nicol and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Comments
Commissioner Morris thanked staff for everything and the accurate reports.
Commissioner McKoy thanked Melissa for providing us with all these dates on upcoming meetings and
invitations. This is very important.
Vice Chairman Nicol thanked staff. I feel like with each one of these meetings, each year, we are
starting to learn things all together and things are starting to flow. We are beginning to see lights at the
end of the tunnels. We are approaching goals we have set and it feels good to be up here for each
meeting.
Chairman Jaggers thanked Christine and staff for their work and effort on the reappraisal. We appreciate
the work. We are very aware of what is going on in the legislature and we do not know how that will
affect the county. I think the state trying to get into dictating to the county how we get money to fund
county functions, especially when they are cutting back funding they are giving us. The county is
growing and we want to provide services. The county employees are doing a great job. We are really
impressed with everything you are doing. We are thankful that we have a county that is growing but it is
tough when it gets to tax time and understanding how everything works. We sit up here and we might
act like we are just conducting business but we are all very concerned about the tax rates. We’re all very
concerned about the reappraisal rates. We are looking at every option we can to keep the burden of the
citizens of this county as low as we can.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to go into Closed Session for the purpose to discuss and consider a
personnel matter. This motion is made pursuant to NC General Statute Section 143-318.11 (a) (6). The
motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Nicol and carried unanimously.
Following a motion to come out of Closed Session, Chairman Jaggers called the meeting back into open
session and recessed the meeting at 10:45 am to reconvene downstairs in Training Room 103 A for the
Joint Meeting with the Board of Elections.
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Chairman Jaggers reconvened the meeting at 10:51 am.
Members present: Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman
Matthew B. Nicol, Vice Chairman (arrived at 11:05 am)
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
William Morris, Commissioner
Absent: W. Brooks Matthews, Commissioner
Staff present: Brent Trout, County Manager
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Melissa Capps, Clerk
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Christopher Appel, Senior Staff Attorney
Coley Price, Deputy County Manager
Mike Morrow, Assistant County Manager
Lisa McFadden, Assistant County Manager
Harnett County Board of Elections Members
Members Present: Danny Moody, Chairman
Rickie L. Day, Secretary
Russ Ugone
Allison Fenderson
Betsy McCormick
Staff Present: Claire Jones, Elections Director
Sarah Rathke, Assistant Director
Danny Moody, Chairman for the Board of Elections called the Harnett County Board of Elections
meeting to order at 10:51am.
Chairman Moody moved that the County Board of Elections go into Closed Session to prevent
disclosure of information that is privilege or confidential pertaining to election security. This motion is
made under NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (1). Mr. Day made a motion to go into Closed Session with the
Harnett County Board of Commissioners. The motion was seconded by Mr. Ugone and motion carried
unanimously.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to go into Closed Session to prevent disclosure of information that
is privilege or confidential pertaining to election security. This motion is made under NCGS 143-318.11
(a) (1). Chairman Jaggers seconded the motion. Following a brief discussion, Chairman Jaggers called
for a vote on the motion to go into Closed Session. The motion carried unanimously.
Following a motion to come out of Closed Session the Harnett County Board of Elections came back
into to open session and adjourned.
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Following a motion to come out of Closed Session, Chairman Jaggers called the meeting back into open
session.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to adjourn at 11:25 pm. The motion was seconded by Vice
Chairman Nicol and carried unanimously.
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Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman Melissa Capps, Clerk
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Harnett County Board of Commissioners sitting as
Southwest Water and Sewer District
March 10, 2026 Special Session Minutes
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HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Special Session Minutes
March 10, 2026
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners sitting as the governing body of the Southwest Water
and Sewer District met in special session on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 9:00 am, in the Training
Room 103A, Harnett County Resource Center and Library, 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington,
North Carolina.
Members present: Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman
Matthew B. Nicol, Vice Chairman
William Morris, Vice Chairman
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
Member absent: W. Brooks Matthews, Commissioner
Staff present: Brent Trout, County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Melissa Capps, Clerk
Christopher Appel, Senior Staff Attorney
Tommy Burns, Harnett Regional Water Director
Chairman Jaggers called the meeting to order at 11:28 am.
Tommy Burns, Harnett Regional Water Director reviewed a request to approve of an easement
for a pipeline right-of-way located on Fort Bragg Military Reservation for the Highway 87 Force
Main Project.
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion approve an easement for a pipeline right-of-way located on
Fort Bragg Military Reservation for the Highway 87 Force Main Project. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Morris. Vice Chairman Nicol stated this has been a long time
coming and this easement frees up capacity on the western side down Highway 87. This will
hopefully bring in the economic growth we are looking for down there and we won’t have any
holdups as far as water and sewer resources go. Chairman Jaggers called for a vote on the motion
to approve the easement. Motion carried unanimously. (Attachment 1)
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to adjourn at 11:30 am. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously.
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Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman Melissa D. Capps, Clerk
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Easement No. DACA21-2-25-0027
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
EASEMENT FOR PIPELINE RIGHT-OF-WAY
LOCATED ON
FORT BRAGG MILITARY RESERVATION
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
THE SECRETARY OF THE ARMY, under and by virtue of the authority vested in the
Secretary by Title 10, United States Code, Section 2668, having found that the granting
of this easement will be in the public interest and will not substantially injure the
interests of the United States, hereby grants to SOUTHWEST WATER AND SEWER
DISTRICT OF HARNETT COUNTY, hereinafter referred to as the grantee, a fifty (50)
year easement for the operation, and maintenance of sanitary sewer lines and a five (5)
year temporary easement for construction and installation of the sanitary sewer lines,
hereinafter referred to as the facilities consisting of approximately a total of 18.30 acres,
over, across, in and upon the lands of the United States as identified in Exhibit A –
Maps hereinafter referred to as the premises, and which is attached hereto and made a
part hereof.
THIS EASEMENT is granted subject to the following conditions.
1. TERM
a.The Fifty (50) year easement of 9.15 acres is hereby granted across the property
described in EXHIBITS A & B for a term of Fifty (50) years, beginning May 1, 2026,
and ending April 30, 2076.
b.The Five (5) year easement of approximately 9.15 acres is hereby granted
across the property described in EXHIBITS A & B, for a term of Five (5) years,
beginning May 1, 2026 and ending automatically April 30, 2031, or upon notification
that construction and restoration is complete, whichever is earlier.
2. CONSIDERATION
a.Regarding the Fifty (50) year easement the Grantee shall pay in advance to the
United States a one-time payment in the amount of Forty-Nine Thousand Four
Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($49,400.00) in full for the term hereof. Payable to the
order of the Finance and Accounting Officer, Savannah District and delivered to US
Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, Attention: CESAS-RE-M, 100 West
Oglethorpe Avenue, Savannah, Georgia 31401-3604.
b.Regarding the Five (5) year easement the Grantee shall pay in advance to the
United States a one-time payment in the amount of Thirty-Five Thousand Two
Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($35,200.00) in full for the term hereof. Payable to the
order of the Finance and Accounting Officer, Savannah District and delivered to US
Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, Attention: CESAS-RE-M, 100 West
Oglethorpe Avenue, Savannah, Georgia 31401-3604.
Attachment 1
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3. NOTICES
All correspondence and notices to be given pursuant to this easement shall be
addressed, if to the grantee, SOUTHWEST WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT OF
HARNETT COUNTY, PO BOX 759 LILLINGTON, NC 27546-0000 and, if to the United
States, to the Real Estate Contracting Officer, Attention: Chief, Real Estate Division, US
Army Engineer District, Savannah District, 100 West Oglethorpe Avenue, Savannah,
Georgia, 31401-3604, or as may from time to time otherwise be directed by the parties.
Notice shall be deemed to have been duly given if and when enclosed in a properly
sealed envelope or wrapper addressed as aforesaid, and deposited, postage prepaid, in
a post office regularly maintained by the United States Postal Service.
4. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES
Except as otherwise specifically provided, any reference herein to "Secretary",
"District Engineer", “Real Estate Contracting Officer", "Installation Commander", or "said
officer" shall include their duly authorized representatives. Any reference to "grantee"
shall include assignees, transferees, and their duly authorized representatives.
5. SUPERVISION BY THE INSTALLATION COMMANDER
The construction, operation, maintenance, repair, or replacement of said facilities,
including culverts and other drainage facilities, shall be performed at no cost or expense
to the United States and subject to the approval of the Installation Commander, Fort
Bragg, North Carolina, hereinafter referred to as said officer. Upon the completion of
any of the above activities, the grantee shall immediately restore the premises to the
satisfaction of said officer. The use and occupation of the premises for the purposes
herein granted shall be subject to such rules and regulations as said officer prescribes
in writing from time to time.
6. APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS
The grantee shall comply with all applicable Federal, state, county and municipal
laws, ordinances, and regulations wherein the premises are located.
7. CONDITION OF PREMISES
The grantee acknowledges that it has inspected the premises, knows the condition,
and understands that the same is granted without any representation or warranties
whatsoever and without any obligation on the part of the United States.
8. INSPECTION AND REPAIRS
The grantee shall inspect the facilities at reasonable intervals and immediately repair
any defects found by such inspection or when required by said officer to repair any such
defects.
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9. PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY
The grantee shall be responsible for any damage that may be caused to the property
of the United States by the activities of the grantee under this easement and shall
exercise due diligence in the protection of all property located on the premises against
fire or damage from any and all other causes. Any property of the United States
damaged or destroyed by the grantee incident to the exercise of the privileges herein
granted shall be promptly repaired or replaced by the grantee to a condition satisfactory
to said officer, or at the election of said officer, reimbursement made therefor by the
grantee in an amount necessary to restore or replace the property to a condition
satisfactory to said officer.
10. RIGHT TO ENTER
The right is reserved to the United States, its officers, agents, and employees to
enter upon the premises at any time and for any purpose necessary or convenient in
connection with government purposes, to make inspections, to remove timber or other
material, except property of the grantee, to flood the premises and/or to make any other
use of the lands as may be necessary in connection with government purposes, and the
grantee shall have no claim for damages on account thereof against the United States
or any officer, agent, or employee thereof.
11. TRANSFERS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Without prior written approval by said District Engineer, the grantee shall neither
transfer nor assign this easement or any part thereof nor grant any interest, privilege or
license whatsoever in connection with this easement. The provisions and conditions of
this easement shall extend to and be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the
representatives, successors and assigns of the grantee.
12. INDEMNITY
The United States shall not be responsible for damages to property or injuries to
persons which may arise from or be incident to the exercise of the privileges herein
granted, or for damages to the property or injuries to the person of the grantee's
officers, agents, or employees or others who may be on the premises at their invitation
or the invitation of any one of them, and the grantee shall hold the United States
harmless from any and all such claims not including damages due to the fault or
negligence of the United States or its contractors.
13. SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS
This easement is subject to all other existing easements, or those subsequently
granted as well as established access routes for roadways and utilities located, or to be
located, on the premises, provided that the proposed grant of any new easement or
route will be coordinated with the grantee, and easements will not be granted which will,
in the opinion of said officer, interfere with the use of the premises by the grantee.
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14. REQUIRED SERVICES
The grantee shall furnish through said facilities such services as may be required
from time to time for governmental purposes, provided that payment for such service
will be made by the United States at rates which shall be mutually agreeable, but which
shall never exceed the most favorable rates granted by the grantee for similar service.
15. RELOCATION OF FACILITIES
In the event all or any portion of the premises occupied by the said facilities shall be
needed by the United States, or in the event the existence of said facilities is
determined to be detrimental to governmental activities, the grantee shall from time to
time, upon notice to do so, and as often as so notified, remove said facilities to such
other location on the premises as may be designated by said officer. In the event said
facilities shall not be removed or relocated within ninety (90) days after such notice, the
United States may cause such relocation at the sole expense of the grantee.
16. TERMINATION
This easement may be terminated by the Secretary upon 30 days written notice to
the grantee if the Secretary shall determine that the right-of-way hereby granted
interferes with the use or disposal of said land by the United States, or it may be
revoked by the Secretary for failure of the grantee to comply with any or all of the
conditions of this easement, or for non-use for a period of two (2) years, or for
abandonment.
17. SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
The grantee shall maintain, in a manner satisfactory to said officer, all soil and water
conservation structures that may be in existence upon said premises at the beginning of
or that may be constructed by the grantee during the term of this easement, and the
grantee shall take appropriate measures to prevent or control soil erosion within the
right-of-way herein granted. Any soil erosion occurring outside the premises resulting
from the activities of the grantee shall be corrected by the grantee as directed by said
officer.
18. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
a. Within the limits of their respective legal powers, the parties hereto shall protect
the premises against pollution of its air, ground, and water. The grantee shall promptly
comply with any laws, regulations, conditions or instructions affecting the activity hereby
authorized if and when issued by the Environmental Protection Agency, or any Federal,
state, interstate or local governmental agency having jurisdiction to abate or prevent
pollution. The disposal of any toxic or hazardous materials within the premises is strictly
prohibited. Such regulations, conditions, or instructions in effect or prescribed by the
said Environmental Protection Agency or any Federal, state, interstate or local
governmental agency are hereby made a condition of this easement. The grantee shall
not discharge waste or effluent from the premises in such a manner that the discharge
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will contaminate streams or other bodies of water or otherwise become a public
nuisance.
b. The use of any pesticides or herbicides within the premises shall be in
conformance with all applicable Federal, state and local laws and regulations. The
grantee must obtain approval in writing from said officer before any pesticides or
herbicides are applied to the premises.
c. The grantee will use all reasonable means available to protect the environment
and natural resources, and where damage nonetheless occurs arising from the
grantee's activities, the grantee shall be liable to restore the damaged resources.
19. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION OF PROPERTY
An Environmental Condition of Property (ECP), dated ____________, documenting
the known history of the property with regard to the storage, release or disposal of
hazardous substances thereon, is attached hereto and made a part hereof as EXHIBIT
"C". Upon expiration, revocation or termination of this easement, another ECP shall be
prepared which will document the environmental condition of the property at that time. A
comparison of the two assessments will assist the said officer in determining any
environmental restoration requirements. Any such requirements will be completed by
the grantee in accordance with the condition on RESTORATION.
20. HISTORIC PRESERVATION
The grantee shall not remove or disturb, or cause or permit to be removed or
disturbed, any historical, archeological, architectural or other cultural artifacts, relics,
remains or objects of antiquity. In the event such items are discovered on the premises,
the grantee shall immediately notify said officer and protect the site and material from
further disturbance until said officer gives clearance to proceed.
21. NON-DISCRIMINATION
The grantee shall not discriminate against any person or persons because of race,
color, age, sex, handicap, national origin, or religion in the conduct of operations on the
premises.
22. RESTORATION
On or before the expiration or termination of this easement, the grantee shall,
without expense to the United States, and within such time as said officer may indicate,
remove said facilities and restore the premises to the satisfaction of said officer. In the
event the grantee shall fail to remove said facilities and restore the premises, the United
States shall have the option to take over said facilities without compensation, or to
remove said facilities and perform the restoration at the expense of the grantee, and the
grantee shall have no claim for damages against the United States or its officers or
agents for such action.
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23. EXECUTIVE ORDER 13658
It has been determined this contract is not subject to Executive Order 13658 or the
regulations issued by the Secretary of Labor in 29 CFR part 10 pursuant to the
Executive Order.
24. EXECUTIVE ORDER 13658 HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION
If a duly authorized representative of the United States discovers or determines,
whether before or subsequent to executing this contract, that an erroneous
determination regarding the applicability of Executive Order 13658 was made,
contractor, to the extent permitted by law, agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the
United States, its officers, agents, and employees, for and from any and all liabilities,
losses, claims, expenses, suits, fines, penalties, judgments, demands or actions, costs,
fees, and damages directly or indirectly arising out of, caused by, related to, resulting
from or in any way predicated upon, in whole or in part, the erroneous Executive Order
13658 determination. This includes contractor releasing any claim or entitlement it
would otherwise have to an equitable adjustment to the contract and indemnifying and
holding harmless the United States from the claims of subcontractors and contractor
employees.
25. EXECUTIVE ORDER 13706
It has been determined this contract is not subject to Executive Order 13706 or the
regulations issued by the Secretary of Labor in 29 CFR part 13 pursuant to the
Executive Order.
26. DISCLAIMER
This instrument is effective only insofar as the rights of the United States in the
property are concerned, and the grantee shall obtain such permission as may be
required on account of any other existing rights. It is understood that the granting of this
easement does not eliminate the necessity of obtaining any Department of the Army
permit which may be required pursuant to the provisions of Section 10 of the Rivers and
Harbors Act of 3 March 1899 (30 Stat. 1151; 33 U.S.C. Section 403), Section 404 of the
Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. Section 1344) or any other permit or license which may be
required by Federal, state or local statute in connection with use of the premises.
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THIS EASEMENT is not subject to Title 10, United States Code, Section 2662, as
amended.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand by authority of the
Secretary of the ARMY, this ________ day of______________________, 2026.
_____________________________
Jereme R. DeGarlais
Savannah District
Real Estate Contracting Officer
STATE OF GEORGIA )
) ss.
COUNTY OF CHATHAM )
I, __________________________ a Notary Public, in and for said County in said
State, hereby certify that Jereme R. DeGarlais, whose name as Real Estate
Contracting Officer is signed to the foregoing instrument, and who is known to me,
acknowledged before me on this day that, being informed of the contents of the
instrument he, as such officer and with full authority, executed the same voluntarily for
and as the act of the United States.
Given under my hand this ______ day of _____________, 2026.
__________________________
Notary Public
<<SEAL>>
My commission number:__________________
My Commission Expires:__________________
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THIS EASEMENT is also executed by the Grantee this ______ day of
_________________, 2026.
SOUTHWEST WATER AND SEWER
DISTRICT OF HARNETT COUNTY
BY: ____________________________
NAME: DUNCAN E. JAGGERS
TITLE: CHAIRMAN
STATE OF _____________ )
) ss.
COUNTY OF ____________ )
On this _______ day of _________________, 2026, before me the undersigned
Notary Public, personally appeared ______________________________, known to me
to be the person described in the foregoing instrument, who acknowledged that they
executed the same in the capacity therein stated and for the purposes therein
contained.
Given under my hand this ______ day of _____________, 2026.
__________________________
Notary Public
<<SEAL>>
My commission number:__________________
My Commission Expires:_________________
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CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY
I ______________________ certify that I am the ______________________ of
(name) (title)
HARNETT COUNTY, that __________________ who signed the foregoing
(signator of outgrant)
instrument on behalf of the grantee was then ______________________________of
(title of signator of outgrant)
HARNETT COUNTY. I further certify that the said officer was acting within the scope of
powers delegated to this governing body of the grantee in executing said instrument.
HARNETT COUNTY
Date: ________ ___________________________________
Clerk or Appropriate Official
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March 30, 2026
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HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Special Meeting Minutes
March 30, 2026
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met on Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00 pm, in the
Commissioners Meeting Room, Harnett County Resource Center and Library, 455 McKinney Parkway,
Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present: Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman
Matthew B. Nicol, Vice Chairman
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
William Morris, Commissioner
Absent: W. Brooks Matthews, Commissioner
Staff present: Brent Trout, County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Melissa Capps, Clerk
Chairman Jaggers called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
Vice Chairman Nicol led the Pledge of Allegiance and provided the invocation.
Chairman Jaggers opened the public comment period and the following people spoke:
1.Jerry Rivas of 364 Twin Ponds Road, Sanford, NC.
2.Eric Stevenson of 100 Valley Stream Road, Spring Lake, NC.
3.Kate Reichert of 6711 River Road, Fuquay Varina, NC.
4.Sarah Lee of 83 Gibbs Road, Lillington, NC.
5.Gary Patterson of 596 Hall Road, Erwin, NC.
6.Tracy Porter of 503 E.J. Street, Erwin, NC.
7.Kameka Dempsey of Lillington, NC.
8.Rebekah Brock of 5220 Christian Light Road, Fuquay Varina, NC.
9.Joe Langely of 298 Kirk Adams Road, Angier, NC.
10.EJ Womack of Lillington, NC.
No one else spoke and the public comment period was closed.
Janice Lane, Human Resources Director, reviewed a request to consider the adoption of a new Paid
Parental Leave Policy. The proposed policy establishes guidelines and eligibility criteria for providing
paid leave to eligible employees following the birth/stillbirth, adoption/foster, or placement of a child.
Adoption of this policy will strengthen employee recruitment and retention efforts and directly support
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the County’s Strategic Goal of Organizational Excellence by promoting a supportive workplace culture,
enhancing employee well-being, and positioning the County as an employer of choice. Discussion
included the length of time provided for Non-Birthing/Adoptive/Foster/Custodial Parent and increasing
it to 4 weeks like the birth mother. Commissioner McKoy made a motion to table the item until staff can
make the revision. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Nicol and carried unanimously.
Coley Price, Deputy County Manager, reviewed a request for the approval of a contract with CPL for
Farmers Market Phase 1 Master Plan & Design in the amount of $197,000. Services provided will
include master planning, site evaluation, project management, civil engineering, conceptual design
development and cost estimates. This contract also includes $47,600 in contingency to cover potential
site design needs determined by further site evaluation and planning. The expense will be covered from
the Tobacco Trust Fund grant received for the Farmers Market project. Commissioner Morris made a
motion to approve the contract with CPL in the amount of $197,000 for phase 1 of the Harnett County
Farmers Market project. The motion was seconded by Commissioner McKoy and carried unanimously.
Brent Trout, County Manager, reviewed a request to approve funds and associated budget amendment
for Central Carolina Community College to purchase land for Career and Technical Education(CTE)
High School and college level skilled trades training center. Central Carolina Community College has a
campus in central Harnett County that they utilize for teaching many classes and providing training.
The campus is currently land constrained for any future growth. They were recently approached by a
landowner adjacent to their property that was willing to sell them 7.45 acres of property. The Central
Carolina Community College Board of Trustees is requesting financial assistance from Harnett County
in the form of $280,000 plus additional closing costs to purchase the 7.45 acres. The additional land
will provide a location for the building of a joint use facility for a CTE High School and college level
skilled trades training center. The funds will be provided from our capital reserve fund to make this
purchase. The board is asked to approve the transfer of funds to Central Carolina Community College to
purchase the land. In addition, the board needs to approve the budget amendment for this purpose.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to approve funds for Central Carolina Community College to
purchase land for Career and Technical Education(CTE) High School and college level skilled trades
training center. The motion was seconded by Commissioner McKoy and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to approve the associated budget amendment for Central Carolina
Community College to purchase land for Career and Technical Education(CTE) High School and
college level skilled trades training center. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Nicol and
carried unanimously. (Attachment 1)
Mr. Trout also reviewed a request to approve space leases with I-95/I-40 Crossroads of America
Economic Development Alliance, Inc., Dunn Area Committee of 100, Inc., and Central Carolina
Community College Board of Trustees for the Harnett Advanced Technology Training Center. The
renovation of the old Magnolia School has been completed by the I-95/I-40 Crossroads of America
Economic Development Alliance (Alliance). The building is now named the Harnett Advanced
Technology Training Center. The operation of the building is the responsibility of Harnett County. The
County has three entities that will have long term leases for space in the building. The three entities are
the Alliance, Dunn Committee of 100 and Central Carolina Community College. These entities had
leases with Harnett County prior to the renovation project. The leases allow them access to the building
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and use of the agreed to spaces plus common areas. In exchange they pay a pro-rata shared utility cost
for use of the space. The leases have been prepared by staff and approved by the entities respective
boards. The Board of Commissioners is now requested to approve the three leases as presented.
Commissioner McKoy made a motion to approve space leases with I-95/I-40 Crossroads of America
Economic Development Alliance, Inc., Dunn Area Committee of 100, Inc., and Central Carolina
Community College Board of Trustees for the Harnett Advanced Technology Training Center. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously.
Sarah Arbour, Planner II, petitioned the Board for a public hearing on PLAN2512-0003 Proposed
Zoning Change from the Industrial & Conservation Zoning District to the RA-30 & Conservation
Zoning District, and a proposed future land use classification change from the Employment Growth
Area & Conservation future land use classification to the Rural/Agricultural & Conservation future land
use classification. The site is currently vacant. There appears to be the construction of a pond taking
place on the property. The property is split-zoned with two zoning classifications, Industrial and
Conservation. Approximately 26 acres of the property are zoned Industrial, and the remaining +/- 3
acres along the northern property line are zoned Conservation. The northern section of the property
located along the Mingo Swamp contains several acres of wetlands and is partially located within the
100-year flood plain, according to GIS records. Surrounding land uses consist of agricultural activities
and residential uses. Zoning was adopted in the Averasboro township in 1988. A search of the county
records indicated that the property has likely been zoned Industrial since zoning was first adopted in this
section of the county. Due to the number of existing lots located along the current access, Pilgrims View
Ln., further subdivision of the property into lots less than 10.01 acres is not currently possible. Planning
staff coordinated with the Economic Development Department to evaluate the potential impact of the
proposed loss of industrially zoned land. The Economic Development Department agreed with the
recommendation from Planning Services staff to rezone the property to RA-30.
Staff’s evaluation:
• The subject property is adjacent to RA-30-zoned parcels, and the adjacent uses are consistent
with those permitted in the RA-30 zoning district. Surrounding land uses consist of single-family
homes and agricultural activities, which are permitted uses in the RA-30 zoning district.
• The uses permitted under the proposed zoning classification are in the interest of the general
public because the permitted uses within the proposed zoning classification are more compatible
with the adjacent and surrounding land uses than those permitted under the current zoning
classification, Industrial.
• All of the uses permitted within the RA-30 zoning district are compatible with the surrounding
residential and agricultural land uses.
• There is a convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially
and adversely affected by the uses permitted in the requested zoning district.
• The uses permitted in the RA-30 zoning district are more compatible with the adjacent land uses
and zoning classification than the uses permitted in the Industrial zoning district. Uses permitted
in the current zoning district have the potential to adversely affect the neighborhood.
• Sound Planning Practices
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o The proposed change from the Industrial Zoning District to the RA-30 zoning district is
in accordance with sound planning practices for the following reasons:
The uses permitted in the current zoning classification, Industrial, are
incompatible with the surrounding residential and agricultural land uses; however,
all of the permitted uses in the RA-30 zoning district are compatible with the
surrounding lands uses.
The absence of available infrastructure does not support industrial use or
development of the land. A zoning change to the RA-30 would preclude this type
of development and instead support more appropriate residential uses.
The subject property abuts the Mingo Swamp and appears to contain several acres
of land which are environmentally sensitive. The requested rezoning supports
lower impact uses such as low-density residential development, which is more
compatible with the presence of environmentally sensitive areas.
• Harnett County Future Land Use Map
o The proposed rezoning to the RA-30 Zoning district is not compatible with the current
land use classification, Employment Growth Area & Conservation. Approval of the
proposed rezoning to the RA-30 zoning district will automatically amend the future land
use classification to the “Rural/Agricultural” Land Use Designation”.
Rural/Agricultural Land Use Designation:
Primarily agricultural and forestry uses with some rural business and rural
residential areas. These areas are located outside of existing and planned
utility service areas and rely on septic systems for wastewater treatment.
The lack of utility and transportation infrastructure should limit the density
of development to very low-density single family residential up to one
dwelling per acre.
• Procedure for Amending the Future Land Use Classification When in Conflict with the
Requested Zoning District
o Pursuant to G.S. 160D-605(a):
o Land Use Plan Amendments
o Made in Conjunction with Zoning Map/Change Amendments
o Where a proposed zoning change petition conflicts with the Land Use Plan, the Planning
o Staff may also request a Land Use Plan amendment, to be considered simultaneously
with the zoning district change request, as outlined herein.
A. In such a case, the Planning Board and County Board of Commissioners shall
consider the plan amendment proposal and the zoning change petition separately,
and shall vote separately on the two (2) items (though the votes may occur
simultaneously).
B. The Planning Board shall submit its report and recommendation regarding the
Land Use Plan amendment to Board of Commissioners at the same time it
submits its report and recommendation regarding the zoning change petition.
C. For the purposes of this Section, Land Use Plan amendments will
automatically be advertised in conjunction with the zoning district change request.
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As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to RA-30 would not have an unreasonable impact on
the surrounding community based on compatibility with the surrounding land uses and the adjacent
parcels with a RA-30 zoning classification. Therefore, it is recommended that the proposed change of
zoning to the RA-30 zoning district is APPROVED, and that the future land use classification be
AMENDED to the Rural/Agricultural future land use classification.
At the March 2, 2026 Planning Board hearing, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to APPROVE the
zoning change from the Industrial zoning district to the RA-30 zoning district, and voted (5-0) to
APPROVE the request to amend the future land use designation from the Employment Growth Area
land use designation to the Rural/Agricultural land use designation. There was no one present to speak
in opposition.
Chairman Jaggers opened the public hearing and the following people spoke:
1. Eric Stevenson asked if there would be a neighborhood there later.
2. Montgomery Ballard owner of the property spoke in favor of the request and stated he
would like to build a home.
3. Marge Morton spoke in favor of the request.
No one else spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to approve the Zoning Change from the Industrial & Conservation
Zoning District to the RA-30 & Conservation Zoning District and AMEND the future land use
classification to Rural/Agricultural. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Morris and carried
unanimously.
Ms. Arbour also petitioned the Board for a public hearing on PLAN2601-0001 Proposed Zoning Change
from the Commercial Zoning District to the RA-20R Zoning District. Landowner / Applicant: Virginia
L Turner C/O Trudeau Nichols POA / Trudeau Nichols; 4.06 +/- acres; Pin #0534-75-8105.000; From
Commercial to RA-20R Zoning District; Anderson Creek Township; Intersection of SR# 2045 (Elliot
Bridge Road) & SR# 2044 (Will Lucas Road). The site consists of a single-family residence and
accessory structures. Surrounding land uses consist of single-family residential uses and agricultural
activities.
Staff’s evaluation:
• The subject property is situated in a residential area surrounded by properties zoned RA-20R. A
change of zoning to the RA-20R would be appropriate.
• All of the uses permitted outright in the RA-20R zoning district are compatible with the existing
land uses and predominant surrounding zoning district.
• There is a convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. The property is
surrounded by residential land uses, and RA-20R is the predominant zoning district in the area.
• There is a convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially
and adversely affected by any uses permitted in the proposed change. The uses in the requested
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zoning district, RA-20R, are more compatible with the existing land uses and surrounding zoning
district than the uses permitted in the Commercial Zoning District.
• The proposed rezoning to the RA-20R Zoning District is in accordance with the comprehensive
plan. The underlying future land use is Low Density Residential, which supports the current use
of the property. The Low Density Residential future land use designation is defined below:
• Low Density Residential: Single family detached residential intended to remain predominately
suburban in character and provide for low density single-family residential development. Gross
densities of 1-2 dwelling units per acre depending on zoning, utilities, soils, and character of
adjacent development. Smaller lot sizes could be permitted as part of Compatibility
Development, which would also include a higher amount of open space to preserve sensitive
environmental areas.
As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to the RA-20R Zoning District is compatible with the
surrounding land uses and the future land use designation, Low Density Residential. Therefore, it is
recommended that the proposed change of zoning to the RA-20R Zoning District is APPROVED.
At the March 2, 2026 Planning Board meeting, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend that
the rezoning to the RA-20R zoning district be APPROVED. The Board voted to approve the rezoning
request due to compatibility of the zoning district with the surrounding land uses and the future land use
classification, Low Density Residential. There was no one present to speak in opposition.
Chairman Jaggers opened the public hearing and the following person spoke:
1. Trudeau Nichols, applicant, spoke in favor of the request.
No one else spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to approve the Zoning Change from the Commercial Zoning
District to the RA-20R Zoning District. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Nicol and carried
unanimously.
Ms. Arbour also petitioned the Board for a public hearing on PLAN2601-0002 Proposed Zoning Change
from the RA-30 Zoning District to the Commercial Zoning District. Landowner / Applicant: Clear
River, LLC / Anas Elerian; 3.95+/- acres out of 14.12 acres (consisting of three parcels); Pin #’s 1515-
54-4263, 1515-54-5095, 1515-53-6887; From RA-30 to the Commercial Zoning District; Averasboro
Township; SR# 1811 (Bud Hawkins Road). The site is comprised of 3 properties totaling approximately
14.12 acres. There are residences located on two of the properties, and the other is vacant and
unimproved. The properties are split zoned with two zoning classifications: Commercial and RA-30.
Approximately 10.12 acres of the site are zoned Commercial, and the remaining +/- 4 acres closest to
Bud Hawkins Rd. are zoned RA-30. This rezoning request, if approved, will reclassify them into a
single, unified zoning district. GIS records indicate that an intermittent stream may intersect at least one
of the properties. Surrounding land uses consist of a gas station, an in-ground pool company, a religious
institution, and single-family residences.
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Staff’s evaluation:
• The Commercial zoning classification is the predominant zoning classification for the 3
properties considered in the rezoning proposal. The proposed rezoning would unify the
properties under one zoning classification. Additionally, there are adjacent properties zoned
Commercial and used for non-residential purposes.
• The uses permitted under the proposed zoning district are in the interest of the general public and
not merely the interest of the applicant. The requested rezoning aligns with the underlying land
use, Employment Growth Area, and the following strategies and goals outlined in the Harnett
Horizons 2040 Land Use Plan:
o Strategy 3A: Support rezonings of land within Employment Mixed Use areas to office,
Commercial, light industrial and industrial.
o Goal 4: Encourage commercial recruitment (including retail and restaurants) to address
leakage trends
o Strategy 4C: Encourage investment on potential commercial corridors that will serve as
gateways into the County. Major gateways include I-95, US 401, US 421, NC 87, NC
210, NC 55.
o Strategy 4D: Encourage rural businesses while limiting impacts on existing uses.
o D.1: Allow for a variety of small-scale businesses in rural areas
• There is a convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. The allowable
uses in the proposed change are compatible with the adjacent non-residential uses and properties
zoned Commercial.
• There is a convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially
and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change due to the existing adjacent
non-residential development and the surrounding properties zoned Commercial.
• The proposed rezoning to the Commercial Zoning District is compatible with the current land
use classification, Employment Growth Area, and with the following goals in the Harnett
Horizon 2040 Land Use Plan:
• Harnett Horizon 2040 Land Use Plan Goals
o Strategy 3A: Support rezonings of land within Employment Mixed Use areas to office,
commercial, light industrial and industrial.
o Goal 4: Encourage commercial recruitment (including retail and restaurants) to address
leakage trends
o Strategy 4C: Encourage investment on potential commercial corridors that will serve as
gateways into the County. Major gateways include I-95, US 401, US 421, NC 87, NC
210, NC 55.
o Strategy 4D: Encourage rural businesses while limiting impacts on existing uses.
o D.1: Allow for a variety of small-scale businesses in rural areas
As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to Commercial Zoning District is compatible with the
Harnett Horizons 2040 Land Use Plan and the underlying land use, Employment Growth Area.
Therefore, it is recommended that the proposed change of zoning to the Commercial Zoning District is
APPROVED.
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At the March 2, 2026 Planning Board meeting, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend that
the requested rezoning from the RA-30 zoning district to the Commercial zoning district be
APPROVED. The Board found that the requested rezoning was compatible with the future land use
designation, Employment Growth Area.
Two residents spoke in opposition to the rezoning request at the Planning Board meeting. Both residents
own property adjacent to the subject site. They expressed concerns that the proposed rezoning would
alter the residential character of the community, increase traffic on Bud Hawkins Road — a two-lane
roadway — including additional large truck traffic, and potentially reduce surrounding residential
property values. They also stated that the development could create negative visual impacts on existing
nearby homes.
Chairman Jaggers opened the public hearing and the following people spoke:
1. Anas Elerian stated I am here on behalf of the owner and spoke in favor of the request.
2. Kameka Dempsey spoke in opposition of the request.
No one else spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to approve the Zoning Change from the RA-30 Zoning District to
the Commercial Zoning District. Vice Chairman Nicol seconded the motion. Discussion included uses
of surrounding properties, proximity to 95 and how the property is currently divided in zoning, the back
portion of the lot is commercial. Chairman Jaggers called for a vote. The motion to approve the zoning
change from the RA-30 Zoning District to the Commercial Zoning District passed unanimously.
Ms. Arbour also petitioned the Board for a public hearing on PLAN2512-0002 Proposed Text
Amendment - Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance; Article IV, Sections 1.0 - 14.0 to
include Subsections 3.1-3.9, 4.1-4.4, 5.1-5.6, 6.1-6.5,7.1-7.5, 11.1-11.2, 12.1-12.6, 13.1-13.5, 14.1-14.5;
Article XIII, Section 6.0, Subsection 6.2; Article XIV, Section 2.0, Subsection 2.2 “Conditional
Zoning.” The objective of this Section and the O&I District is to allow for growth and development
while protecting the larger community, nearby neighborhoods, and the environment from impacts
accompanying major new development. A key feature of this district is the preparation of a development
plan that would allow the property owner, immediate neighbors, and the larger community to understand
specifically what levels of development are being proposed, and what impacts would likely accompany
the development, so that mitigation measures can be designed and implemented. A rezoning process that
establishes zoning districts with mutually agreed-upon conditions. The Conditional Zoning process is
widely used throughout the state of North Carolina. UNC SOG: More than half of NC local
governments utilize Conditional Zoning. All 5 municipalities in Harnett County and each of the
surrounding counties. Establishing a conditional zoning process is a recommendation of the Harnett
Horizons 2040 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. After NC Senate Bill 382 was signed into law, the
County’s discretion to amend the Unified Development Ordinance has been significantly restricted.
Conditional Zoning is one of few viable options remaining following Senate Bill 382.
Benefits and Opportunities
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• Mitigate Impacts from Development
• Higher-Quality Development
• Assurances from Applicant
• Implement Village Districts
• Preserve Agricultural Land
• Manage Growth
• Ensure Conformance with Adopted Plans
Considerations
• Longer application process than Conventional Rezoning Cases
• Increased staff time
• May become the preferred application process
Process
• Step 1 - Pre-Submittal Meeting
• Step 2 - Application Submittal
• Step 3 - Public Outreach Meeting(if applicable)
• Step 4 - Staff Review-Development Review Board
• Step 5 - Planning Board
• Step 6 - Board of Commissioners
On March 2, 2026, the Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of the new and
revised text as written. One individual spoke in support of the text amendment stating that conditional
zoning is an important tool that can help balance rezoning requests by addressing residents’ concerns
while still providing developers with the flexibility needed to respond to market demands.
Chairman Jaggers opened the public hearing and the following people spoke:
1. Eric Stevenson asked that someone in the near future speak to what Senate Bill 382 is and who
voted for it.
2. Marge Moreton spoke in favor of the request and stated she felt this would give more
negotiating power to the County. Ms. Moreton asked that the Commissioners bring up Senate
Bill 437 that was introduced in 2022 at the legislative luncheon.
3. Kameka Dempsey spoke in favor of the request. Ms. Dempsey also asked that more time be
taken on the consideration of rezonings.
4. Joe Langley asked if there would be any way with the conditional zoning where “impact fees”
could be imposed.
No one else spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to approve Text Amendment - Harnett County Unified
Development Ordinance; Article IV, Sections 1.0 - 14.0 to include Subsections 3.1-3.9, 4.1-4.4, 5.1-5.6,
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6.1-6.5,7.1-7.5, 11.1-11.2, 12.1-12.6, 13.1-13.5, 14.1-14.5; Article XIII, Section 6.0, Subsection 6.2;
Article XIV, Section 2.0, Subsection 2.2 “Conditional Zoning.” The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously. (Attachment 2)
Brent Trout, County Manager, reminded everyone our next meeting is on Tuesday, April 7th at 9:00 am
instead of Monday. A reminder to the public we do have a burn ban in our county. If you haven’t
submitted your priority sheet to me regarding projects, I need that tonight as the Legislative Luncheon is
tomorrow. Commissioner McKoy requested some information related to the employment of minorities
in Harnett County; with some help from Human Resources I am able to provide the following
information:
Current census data shows 70.5% of our population is white, 29.5 % is minority and of that 22%
considers themselves black alone as their ethnicity. Our county employees are 73% white, 27% minority
designation and 16% consider themselves black alone.
Mr. Trout stated we are close on some of those, a little more work to do. Commissioner McKoy stated
she certainly appreciates and values the information.
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to approve the budget amendments as requested by the Finance
Officer. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously. (Attachment 3)
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to approve the tax rebates, refunds and releases as requested by the
Tax Administrator. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously.
(Attachment 4)
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to adopt a Resolution requesting NCDOT add Knoll Way and Pine
Vista Way in the Briarwood Bluff Subdivision to the State’s Secondary Road System. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously. (Attachment 5)
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to adopt a Resolution requesting NCDOT add Deodora Lane in
Cedar Pointe Subdivision to the State’s Secondary Road System. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Morris and carried unanimously. (Attachment 6)
Vice Chairman Nicol made a motion to authorize the Chairman to sign a change order exceeding the
County Manager’s signature threshold for Superb Solutions in the amount of $250,000 for additional
Aluminum Sulfate.
Commissioner Morris made a motion to adjourn at 7:53 pm. The motion was seconded by Vice
Chairman Nicol and carried unanimously.
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Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman Melissa Capps, Clerk
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Child Abuse Prevention Month
Proclamation
Whereas, children are vital to our state’s future success, prosperity and quality
of life as well as being our most vulnerable assets; and
Whereas, all children deserve to have the safe, stable, nurturing homes and
communities they need to foster their healthy growth and development; and
Whereas, child abuse and neglect are a community responsibility affecting
both the current and future quality of life of a community; and
Whereas, communities that provide parents with social support, knowledge of
parenting and child development and concrete resources they need to cope with
stress and nurture their children ensure all children grow to their full potential; and
Whereas, effective child abuse prevention strategies succeed because of
partnerships created among citizens, human service agencies, schools, faith
communities’ health care providers, civic organizations, law enforcement agencies,
and the business community.
Therefore, the Harnett County Board of Commissioners does hereby proclaim
April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and call upon all citizens, community
agencies, faith groups, medical facilities, elected leaders and businesses to increase
their participation in our efforts to support families, thereby preventing child abuse
and strengthening the communities in which we live.
Adopted this 7th day of April, 2026.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman
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Matthew B. Nicol, Vice Chairman Barbara McKoy
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MEETING DATE: April 7, 2026
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Employee Exit Survey
REQUESTED BY: Janice Lane, HR Director
REQUEST:
The Human Resources Department will present a summary of employee exit survey
data collected over the past six months (specifically 3rd and 4th quarter of 2025). The
presentation will highlight key trends and common reasons for separation.
This is an informational item only, no action is required at this time.
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Work Environment 15 13.89%
Compensation 14 12.96%
Career Advancement 9 8.33%
Retirement 9 8.33%
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P&R
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Solid Waste
Youth Svs
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Steps Planned: Compensation This Budget Year
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Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)
A cost of living adjustment is recommended for this budget year to ensure employee compensation keeps pace with inflation and
regional economic changes.
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Compensation Study
A compensation study was conducted to compare salaries with comparable positions in the public sector marketplace and private
sector, ensuring the county remains competitive for talent retention. Recommendation was presented to the Board.
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Starting Pay Reevaluation —Key & Specialized Positions
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Exit interviews will continue to be conducted with all departing employees.
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TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Pyrostar Entertainment LLC Campbell University Fireworks Displays
REQUESTED BY: Larry Smith, Emergency Services
REQUEST:
Emergency Services is requesting the approval of the Fireworks application from
Pyrostar Entertainment LLC, for Campbell University's baseball season fireworks
displays. Pyrostar Entertainment LLC meets all safety requiremnts related to fire code
compliance. The events will take place on April 10th/17th and May 1st .
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TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Parrish and Partners Fuel Farm Construction Management Contract
REQUESTED BY: Brad Abate, HRJ Director
REQUEST:
Review and consider a contract for HRJ's engineer of record, Parrish and Partners, to
manage the construction phase of the new fuel farm at HRJ. The total cost of this
contruction services contract is $254,613.00.
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TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: North Regional WWTP Adams Robinson Change Order No. 6
REQUESTED BY: Tommy Burns, Director Harnett Regional Water
REQUEST:
Attached is a technical memorandum from Weston and Sampson, HRW’s consulting
Engineer on the WWTP project upgrades. This memorandum covers Change Order
No. 6 for Adams Robinson; the Sludge Lagoon Abandonment. This change order
details work changes related to reclaiming the remaining area of the lagoon by
abandoning the sludge storage areas. The change order covers Adams Robinson to
Backfill the northeastern and remaining Southeastern Lagoon using onsite soil material
for a total of $850,000. The change is outlined in the technical memorandum provided
by Weston & Sampon, an onsite Consultant for HRW. If approved; request approval of
the attached Budget amendment and Project Ordinance.
HRW is requesting approval of this change order, to be paid from Reserve Funding.
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TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: North Regional WWTP Bionomics Change Order 1r1
REQUESTED BY: Tommy Burns, Director Harnett Regional Water
REQUEST:
Attached is a technical memorandum from Weston and Sampson, HRW’s consulting
Engineer on the WWTP project upgrades. This memorandum covers Change Order 1
for Bionomics; the Sludge Lagoon Abandonment. This change order details work
changes related to reclaiming the remaining area of the lagoon by removing the
accumulated sludge. The change order covers Bionomics for Sludge Removal from the
northestern lagoon for a total of $2,255,562.00. This change is outlined in the technical
memorandum provided by Weston & Sampon, an onsite Consultant for HRW. If
approved; request approval of the attached Budget amendment and Project Ordinance.
HRW is requesting approval of this change order, to be paid from Reserve Funding.
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Section 2. The following expenditures are hereby appropriated for this project:
Current
Ordinance Adjustment
Amended
Ordinance
Engineering 3,245,000$ -$ 3,245,000$
Construction 108,311,228 3,105,562 111,416,790
Materials & Supplies 476,634 - 476,634
Legal/Admin 10,000 - 10,000
Contingency 570,103 - 570,103
Total 112,612,965$ 3,105,562$ 115,718,527$
Section 3.The following revenues are hereby appropriated for this project:
Current
Ordinance Adjustment
Amended
Ordinance
Town of Fuquay-Varina 42,075,378$ -$ 42,075,378$
Town of Lillington 6,187,556 - 6,187,556
Town of Angier 15,468,889 - 15,468,889
HRW Reserve Fund 20,559,382 3,105,562 23,664,944
ARPA (allocation State to HRW)18,575,000 - 18,575,000
ARPA (allocation Harnett County to HRW)8,509,795 - 8,509,795
Interest 1,236,965 - 1,236,965
Total 112,612,965$ -$ 115,718,527$
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Duncan E Jaggers, Chairman
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
Melissa Capps, Clerk to the Board
Copies of this capital project ordinance shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, the Budget Director
and the Finance Officer for direction in carrying out this project.
Duly adopted this
NORTH HARNETT WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT CAPCITY UPGRADE
CAPITAL PROJECT ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Commissioners of Harnett County,North Carolina,sitting as the governing board for
Harnett County.
Section 1. This project consists of the construction of a 9 MGD capacity upgrade at the facility.The improvement
include construction of three sequencing batch reactors with 3 million gallons of capacity each and the
addition of serveral rotating disc filters and various other appurtenances for improved treatment
capability.These improvementsarepart of an increase in permitted treatment capacity at the plant from
7.5 MGD to 16.5 MGD.
To amend project ordinance to budget for Adam Robinson and Biomomics services for sludge lagoon
treatment.
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westonandsampson.com
WSE of North Carolina, PC
340 Commerce Ave., Suite 3, Southern Pines, NC 28387
tel: 910.915.8200
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Mr. Tommy Burns – Director, Harnett Regional Water
FROM: Joe McGougan – Weston & Sampson Engineers
DATE: 3-26-2026
SUBJECT: NRWWTP Lagoon Abandonment
Mr. Burns,
With regards to the Harnett Regional Water (HRW) North Regional Wastewater Treatment
Plant (NRWWTP) Expansion Project and following discussions held before and after the
regularly scheduled project progress meeting on February 11, 2026, Weston & Sampson
Engineers (WSE) understands that HRW wishes to evaluate the complete abandonment and
backfilling of the existing wastewater sludge lagoon.
Current Lagoon Status
The lagoon is currently divided by earthen and rock-berms into three sections: Northeast,
Southeast, and Western.
During late summer through early fall of 2025, with assistance from the third-party sludge
mitigation contractor Bionomics, the Southeastern section was dredged, and the majority of
accumulated sludge was removed. Following completion of the dredging operations, the
expansion project’s prime contractor, Adams-Robinson, continued dewatering operations
and removed the remaining residual sludge from the Southeast basin.
Adams-Robinson has since begun backfilling approximately 40 percent of the Southeastern
section to support construction of the new tertiary disk filter structure and associated piping.
The Northeastern section contains sludge material while the Western sections remain in
service. HRW WWTP personnel continue dredging and processing sludge from the Western
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section. This section will remain operational until the proposed digesters are placed into
service to accommodate ongoing sludge wasting associated with current WWTP operations.
Abandonment and Backfilling Evaluation
At HRW’s direction, WSE requested budgetary pricing from both Bionomics and Adams-
Robinson for the following scope:
• Removal of sludge from the Northeastern lagoon section
• Backfilling of the Northeastern and remaining Southeastern lagoon sections using on-
site spoil material
The estimates received are summarized below:
Adams-Robinson
• Backfill – Northeastern and remaining Southeastern Lagoon: $850,000
Bionomics
• Sludge Removal – Northeastern Lagoon: $2,255,562
• Backfill – Northeastern and remaining Southeastern Lagoon: $1,261,600
WSE’s internal cost evaluations indicate that these estimates are generally consistent with
anticipated pricing under current construction market conditions.
Recommendations
Based on the estimates received, WSE recommends the following actions:
• Adams-Robinson: Prepare a change order to amend the current contract scope to
include backfilling of the Northeastern and remaining Southeastern lagoon sections.
• Bionomics: Prepare contract documents to procure sludge removal services for the
Northeastern lagoon section.
On-Site Spoil Material Availability
Recent site estimates indicate approximately 117,000 cubic yards (CY) of spoil material is
available on site. The total backfill volume required to complete the lagoon abandonment
work described above is approximately 90,000 CY.
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While a portion of the spoil material will be required for backfill around the proposed ICEAS
basin, current estimates indicate sufficient material is available on site to complete the
lagoon backfilling work.
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TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
SUBJECT: Annual County Audit
REQUESTED BY: Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
REQUEST:
Respectfully request that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
approve the attached contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs,
P.A. for the completion of the County’s required audit for the fiscal year
ending June 30, 2026.
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FINANCE OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION:
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signed and dated by all original parties to thecontract. It shall then be submitted to the Secretary ofthe LGC for
approval. No change to the audit contractshall be effective unless approved by the Secretary of theLGC.
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Governmental Unit(s), shall be attached to this contract, and except for fees, work, and terms not related to audit
services, shall be incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein as part of this contract. In case of conflict
between the terms of the engagement letter and the terms of this contract, the terms of this contract shall take
precedence. Engagement letter terms that conflict with the contract are deemed to be void unless the conflicting
terms of this contract are specifically deleted in 3DUDJUDSK of this contract. Engagement letters containing
indemnification clauses shall not be accepted by LGC Staff.
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contract is approved.
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acceptable level, thedocumentation ofthis determination, including the safeguards applied,must be included
in the auditworkpapers.
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identified and included in this contract. The Governmental Unit shall designate an individual with the suitable
skills, knowledge, and/or experience (SKE) necessary to oversee the services and accept responsibility for
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Report on the Firm’s System of Quality Control
To the Shareholders of Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. and the
Peer Review Committee, Coastal Peer Review, Inc.
We have reviewed the system of quality control for the accounting and auditing practice of Martin Starnes &
Associates, CPAs, P.A. (the firm) in effect for the year ended December 31, 2023. Our peer review was conducted
in accordance with the Standards for Performing and Reporting on Peer Reviews established by the Peer Review
Board of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (Standards).
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of how engagements identified as not performed or reported in conformity with applicable professional standards, if
any, are evaluated by a peer reviewer to determine a peer review rating.
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material respects. The firm is also responsible for evaluating actions to promptly remediate engagements deemed
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Section 1.
ORG OBJECT TASK SUB-TASK INCREASE DECREASE
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ORG OBJECT TASK SUB-TASK INCREASE DECREASE
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APPROVALS:
Department Head Date Budget Director Date
Finance Officer Date County Manager Date
Section 2.
Adopted this ________ day of ____________________ , 20 ____ .
COUNTY OF HARNETT
BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be
made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
To amend the Transportation Capital Fund, of the General Fund, the appropriations are to be changed as
follows:
EXPENDITURE AMOUNT
PROJECT DESCRIPTION OF CODE
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TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL
REVENUE AMOUNT
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Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners
EXPLANATION:
To budget transferred funds to cover the anticipated cost associated with the purchase of a hangar
located on County property.
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Melissa Capps Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman
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APRIL 7, 2026 APPOINTMENTS NEEDED
BOARD OF HEALTH
We have received a recommendation to reappoint Dr. Lori Langdon. She currently serves as
the physician representative on this Board. She is also the Board’s Vice Chair.
We have received a recommendation to reappoint Dr. Brandon Washington. He currently
serves as the public member. He is also the Board’s Chair.
JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL
We have received an application from Crystal Morrison. She would like to be considered for
reappointment. She serves as the Substance Abuse Professional.
HARNETT COUNTY JETPORT BOARD
We have received an application from Roger Farina. He would like to be considered for
reappointment. He currently serves as the District 5 representative.
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW
We have received an application from Lynn Dahnke. She would like to be considered for
appointment to the District 5 vacancy.
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July August September October November December Jauary 2026 February March April May June Totals
Children's Services
CPS Reports Received 130 137 172 158 123 150 162 141
Reports Accepted (CPS Screened In)63 71 93 90 75 73 102 88
Total children in CPS cases 213 240 378 356 356 319 361 360
Total children in Plc/Custody 193 197 202 203 196 193 196 192
FC Money expended $247,899.80 219,053.22$ 226,917.65$ 221,239.88$ 207,128.01$ 209,322.71$ 219,683.98$ 218,464.15$ $1,769,709.40
Adult Services
APS Reports Screened In 19 22 9 14 12 18 15 13
# of trips scheduled 560 468 496 496 591 607 574 563
Total Cases 197 216 218 226 225 239 234 245
Work First
Energy Expenditures $23,034.37 $66,803.70 $73,361.67 $93,016.19 $276,042.66 $134,314.02 $247,603.31 $108,433.51
Total cases 92 91 95 92 91 92 91 88
Food & Nutrition Services
Apps In/Approved 889/536 809/499 740/469 797/437 533/288 720/429 798/500 744/463
Total Cases (households)8,266 8276 8246 8,288 7,932 7,898 7,864 7,813
Benefits Issued $2,899,404.00 $2,915,105.00 $2,869,985.00 $2,950,313.00 $2,875,789.00 $2,821,747.00 $2,773,605.00 $2,762,730.00
Timeliness 97.50%99.00%98.18%97.89%98.05%99.40%98.69%98.90%
Adult Medicaid
Apps In/Approved 147/67 159/56 140/89 163/89 182/64 217/76 200/70 158/75
Total Cases 10,262 10,757 10,667 11,173 10,635 10,559 10,973 10,666
Family & Children's Medicaid
Apps In/Approved 578/246 651/251 602/217 582/271 666/192 946/337 835/332 587/250
Total Cases 40,246 40,174 39,699 44,377 39,482 39,730 40,437 39,674
Medicaid Timeliness 95.5%98%96.8%96.75%97.75%97.25%91.00%87.00%
Fraud Total Collections $28,283.69 $76,060.87 $26,563.85 $25,715.39 $13,816.43 $40,960.44 $25,692.58 $22,011.50 $259,104.75
ChildCare
Children Served 639 646 639 619 613 611 624 637
Total Expenditures $433,927.00 $442,661.00 $436,809.00 $401,751.00 $402,580.00 $408,943.00 $391,666.00 $427,331.00
HC providers 61 61 61 61 61 44 44 44
Child Support
Total Collections $853,082 $812,278 $816,552 $853,024 $739,970.00 $859,720.00 $796,717.00 $771,358.00 $6,502,701.00
Total Cases 3987 3980 4005 4032 4001 3997 3982 3982
Harnett County DSS Monthly Report Totals 2025-2026
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOSH STEIN DANIEL H. JOHNSON
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
Mailing Address:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION SIX / DISTRICT TWO
POST OFFICE BOX 1150
FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28302
Telephone: (910) 364-0601
Fax: (910) 437-2529
Customer Service: 1-877-368-4968
Website: www.ncdot.gov
Location:
600 SOUTHERN AVENUE
FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28306
March 19, 2026
Mrs. Melissa Capps
Clerk
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
Post Office Box 759
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
Subject: Secondary Road Addition
To Whom It May Concern:
This is in reference to a petition submitted to this office requesting street(s) in Harnett County be
placed on the State’s Secondary Road System. Please be advised that these street(s) have been
investigated, and our findings are that the below listed street(s) are eligible for addition to the State
System.
Purfoy Place Subdivision
Lambert Lane
It is our recommendation that the above-named street(s) be placed on the State’s Secondary Road
System. If you and your Board concur with our recommendation, please submit a resolution to this
office.
Sincerely,
Logan B. Whitaker
Engineering Technician I
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HARNETT COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED that Harnett County Board of Commissioners does hereby, by proper execution of this document,
request that the North Carolina Department of Transportation add to the State’s Secondary Road System the below
listed streets.
Purfoy Place Subdivision
• Lambert Lane
Duly adopted this 7th day of April, 2026.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
_______________________________
Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Melissa D. Capps, Clerk
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOSH STEIN DANIEL H. JOHNSON
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
Mailing Address:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION SIX / DISTRICT TWO
POST OFFICE BOX 1150
FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28302
Telephone: (910) 364-0601
Fax: (910) 437-2529
Customer Service: 1-877-368-4968
Website: www.ncdot.gov
Location:
600 SOUTHERN AVENUE
FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28306
March 20, 2026
Mrs. Melissa Capps
Clerk
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
Post Office Box 759
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
Subject: Secondary Road Addition
To Whom It May Concern:
This is in reference to a petition submitted to this office requesting street(s) in Harnett County be
placed on the State’s Secondary Road System. Please be advised that these street(s) have been
investigated, and our findings are that the below listed street(s) are eligible for addition to the State
System.
Liberty Meadows Subdivision
Solomon Drive
Wolcott Court
Melvill Lane
Edes Court
Sears Drive
Hancock Court
Brewster Court
Rush Lane
Sam Adams Drive
It is our recommendation that the above-named street(s) be placed on the State’s Secondary Road
System. If you and your Board concur with our recommendation, please submit a resolution to this
office.
Sincerely,
Logan B. Whitaker
Engineering Technician I
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For Road Additions
North Carolina Department of Information Technology -Transportation, GIS
Unit, NC CGIA, Vantor
Hatch 0.5
NC
SR
Milepost Zeros
Zero - SR
Milepost End Markers
SR
3/20/2026
0 0.15 0.30.07 mi
0 0.25 0.50.13 km
1:12,120
0.08 0.580.09 0.180.18
0.130.070.050.040
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strong roots • new growth
HARNETT COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED that Harnett County Board of Commissioners does hereby, by proper execution of this document,
request that the North Carolina Department of Transportation add to the State’s Secondary Road System the below
listed streets.
Liberty Meadows Subdivision
•Soloman Drive
•Wolcott Court
•Melvill Lane
•Edes Court
•Sears Drive
•Hancock Court
•Brewster Court
•Rush Lane
•Sam Adams Drive
Duly adopted this 7th day of April, 2026.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
_______________________________
Duncan E. Jaggers, Chairman
ATTEST:
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Melissa D. Capps, Clerk
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