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Home My WebLink About051325 ws agenda packetHarnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 1 WORK SESSION AGENDA Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: Commissioners Meeting Room Harnett County Resource Center & Library 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington 1.Call to order – Chairman Matt Nicol 2.Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation – Vice Chairman Bill Morris 3.Consider any additions and/or deletions to the published agenda. 4.Opioid Task Force and Settlement Dollars Information Session for Local Municipalities. 5.North Harnett Transit Study Presentation and discuss a request to consider approving/endorsing the North Harnett Transit Study recommendations; Barry Blevins, General Services Director and Shelby Powell, CAMPO Deputy Director 6.Discuss Modivcare Transportation; Barry Blevins, General Services Director 7.Discuss a request to hold a public hearing and consider approval of the FY 2027 5311 Administrative Grant preapplication documents as requested by NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT)/Integrated Mobility Division (IMD); Barry Blevins, General Service Director 8.Discuss a request for approval to enter into a contract with Southern Software to replace the present Sheriff's Office records management software and 911 Computer Aided Design (CAD) software; Gary McNeill, Major 9.Development Services briefing on upcoming public hearings: •Proposed Zoning Change: Case #PLAN2504-0001 from the RA-30 to Commercial Zoning District Landowner / Applicant: Central Carolina Equity Partners, LLC; 5.22 +/- acres; Pin #0610-98-3186.000; From RA-30 to Commercial Zoning District; Upper Little River Township; Intersection of SR # 1265 (Cool Spring Road) & US 421N. •Proposed Text Amendment: Case # PLAN 2504-0002 Applicant: Harnett County Development Services; Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance; Article III., Sections: 3.2.1 A; 3.2.1 B; 3.2.1 C; 3.2.1 D; 3.2.2.C; 5.3 ; 5.4.1.B; 8.4.1.B.4; Article V., Section 11.6.2.B.e; Article VI., Sections: 6.1.A; 6.1.B; 6.2; 6.3.C; 6.4.2; 6.5.1.H; 6.5.2.A; 6.6.A; 6.7.1.A; 6.7.1.B; 6.7.2.A, 6.7.2.B ;6.7.2.C ;6.7.2.D; 6.7.2.G ;6.7.3.A ;6.7.3.B; 6.7.3.C ; 6.7.3.D; 6.7.3.E; Article XI., Sections: 4.3.1.5; 4.3.2.A.5; 10.2.2; & 10.4; &; Article XIV., Section 2.2. 10.Broadband Update and Ripple Fiber Introduction; Ira Hall, Chief Information Officer 11.Discuss a request to approve a project ordinance for the Jetport Hangar Project; Brad Abate, Jetport Director HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 1 Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 2 12.Discuss the FY 2025-2026 Recommended Budget; Brent Trout, County Manager and Lisa McFadden, Assistant County Manager 13.Discuss and consider a request for approval of a letter of support for Harnett County’s zip code initiative and enlisting support from congressional colleagues for House Bill 3095; Brent Trout, County Manager **please note action may be taken on this item** 14.Discuss and consider a Resolution Opposing House Bill 765; Brent Trout, County Manager **please note action may be taken on this item** 15.Review applications to serve on Boards and Committees. 16.County Manager’s Report – Brent Trout, County Manager •May 19, 2025 Regular Meeting Agenda Review •Upcoming meetings and invitations 17.Closed Session 18.Adjourn CONDUCT OF THE MAY 13, 2025 MEETING A livestream of the meeting will be on the Harnett County Government’s YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7mTF6HTD65x_98EhAMeMg/featured. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 2 \\lecfile\department\Admin\Clerk to the Board docs\AGENDAS\2025\051325 ws\5.1 25.05.01 N Harnett Transit Study Presentation May 13.docx Page 1 of 2 Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DATE: May 19, 2025 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: North Harnett Transit Study - Presentation - CAMPO Deputy Director Shelby Powell REQUESTED BY: Barry A. Blevins REQUEST: General Services / Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) requests the Board of Commissioners consider approving/endorsing the North Harnett Transit Study recommendations following a presentation by Shelby Powell, Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) Deputy Director. This two-year study initiated by CAMPO and executed by WSP Consultants began in November 2023 and concludes in June 2025 with CAMPO Executive Board approval expected in July or August 2025. FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Item 5 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 3 \\lecfile\department\Admin\Clerk to the Board docs\AGENDAS\2025\051325 ws\5.1 25.05.01 N Harnett Transit Study Presentation May 13.docx Page 2 of 2 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 4 May 13, 2025 Harnett County Board of Commissioners HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 5 Capital Area MPO •Elected officials and staff representing 6 counties and 21 municipal jurisdictions •All of Wa ke and parts of Chatham, Franklin, Granville,Harnett,&Johnston Counties •Combined 2021 population of ~1.4 million (~12 percent of NC) Harnett County Transit StudyHCBOC 051325 ws Pg 6 3Harnett County Transit Study Study Purpose Northern Harnett County is experiencing a transformation from rural to a suburban and semi-urban community. North Harnett Transit Study aims to determine transit- supportiveness in the area by - –evaluating the travel patterns and future growth, –educating the residents and stakeholders about different types of transit, and gathering their views on different aspects of transit, –assessing the desire of the decision-makers for transit, and –combining the local transit demand and desire with available transit service options to develop an implementation strategy for North Harnett County HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 7 4Harnett County Transit Study Recap 2023. Nov - Dec Project initialization and Data Collection 2024. Jan - Feb Data Analysis and Stakeholder Engagement 2024. Mar - Apr Public Engagement and Focus Group Workshops 2024. May - Jun TCC and Executive Board Presentations and phase 1 completionPhase 1Phase 22024. Jul - Aug Establishing Service Area and Demand 2024. Sep - Dec Evaluating Transit Service Options 2025. Jan - Mar Stakeholder and Public Engagement. TCC and EB presentation 2025. Apr - Jun Implementation plan and final report TCC and EB presentation HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 8 5Harnett County Transit Study Transit-Supportive Patterns Heading HARTS Ridership Population Density Intrazonal Trips Transit Propensity Future Land Use Interzonal Trips HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 9 6Harnett County Transit Study Trip Distribution 55,70032,700 48,200 •Replica Data - Spring 2023, Thursday •Filtered for all non-commercial travel where destination was not Home, Hotel or Airport. •Total trips interacting with the Study Area - ~136,800 •Daily Trips starting from the Study Area – ~104,000 •Daily Trips ending in the Study Area – ~88,600 •EXIN Trips – 32,700 (24%) •INEX Trips – 48,200 (35%) •ININ Trips – 55,700 (41%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 10 Phase 1 Public Engagement Phase 1 Engagement – November 2023 – June 2024 Goal: Transit Education and Determine Supportiveness Methods: website, social media, focus groups, pop-up events Harnett County Transit StudyHCBOC 051325 ws Pg 11 Where do you want to access by transit? Harnett County Transit StudyHCBOC 051325 ws Pg 12 9Harnett County Transit Study Service Type Operating Cost Estimates Capital Costs Potential Ridership Implementation Effort Service Area Service Span Frequency Convenience / Flexibility Public Input Microtransit $$$ - $$$$$ -  -  Fixed Route $$$ Senior Shuttle $$ Regional Connection $$$ Service Types Evaluation Microtransit •Flexible •Multiple Service Delivery Models •Recent successes in peer communities Fixed Route •Reliable •Familiar Service type •Needs additional infrastructure improvements Senior Shuttle •Targeted •Shorter routes and time periods •Serves different areas on different days Regional Route •Commuter based •Connects to Regional networks •Longer / sparser service HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 13 10Harnett County Transit Study Proposed Service Area (Draft) Job and Activity Centers –Captures most key destinations Existing Travel Patterns –Covers the main spine of travel in the study area (NC 210) –Covers high interzonal travel regions of the eastern half of the study area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 14 11Harnett County Transit Study Proposed Service Area (Draft) HARTS Ridership –Covers high frequency origins and destinations of existing HARTS service Transit Propensity –Covers most areas where populations with higher dependency on transit are in higher concentration HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 15 12Harnett County Transit Study Phase 2 Public Engagement 4 Engagement Events 154+ Survey Respondents for Phase 2 Update of Website Content: www.NorthHarnettTransitStudy.com Shared Recommendations Educational Content on Microtransit Outreach and Promotion HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 16 13Harnett County Transit Study Engagement Events and Outreach Events •Lunch and Yoga at Coats Senior Center Pop-up – 4/9 •Campbell University Student Union Pop-up – 4/10 •The Groves at 421 Apartments in Lillington – 4/10 •Angier Easter Egg Hunt & Spring Fling – 4/13 Outreach •Easel & Poster board at Angier Chamber’s Community Yard Sale •Materials distributed to all libraries and community centers, as well as County human services •Social media posts and reels on Facebook, Instagram, X, Nextdoor •Ads for reels on Facebook, Instagram, Google •Print and digital ads with The Daily Record HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 17 14Harnett County Transit StudyHCBOC 051325 ws Pg 18 15Harnett County Transit Study Transit Support – Phase 2 Public Engagement Results 69% 20% 11% Yes, this is a good transit solution for this area. I'm not sure. No, this is not a good transit solution for this area. Is this a good way of providing mobility choices to the community? HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 19 16Harnett County Transit Study Transit Support – Phase 2 Public Engagement Results Do you have any questions or comments about the recommendation of Microtransit with Regional Connections? Will the service be handicap and wheelchair accessible? Yes. The fleet will include accessible vehicles. How can seniors access this service without a smartphone or internet? Contract with the service provider should include a call center so that people without internet access can call for service. How will microtransit connect to regional services? Recommended microtransit service includes external connections to regional services - Apex Park & Ride, Wake Tech – Southern Wake Campus Park & Ride, and Fuquay-Varina South Park & Ride. Why is the service area limited to North Harnett? This was a transit ‘feasibility’ study for Harnett County administered through Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO). CAMPO’s boundary only extends to the northern half of the County. However, efforts are being made by Fayetteville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) to study transit feasibility within their boundaries which will cover the southern half of Harnett County. Questions: HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 20 17Harnett County Transit Study Transit Support – Phase 2 Public Engagement Results Do you have any questions or comments about the recommendation of Microtransit with Regional Connections? What safety measures will be implemented to make microtransit more appealing than rideshares? •Drivers will undergo background checks and regular training, including customer service and emergency response. •Vehicles will be subject to regular inspections and maintenance to ensure safe operation. •Uniformed drivers and marked vehicles will enhance passenger confidence. How will users be prevented from getting stranded away from home? To avoid passengers being stranded, the service will operate during clearly defined hours. Riders will be encouraged to plan their return trips within these operational windows. Notifications and reminders may be provided via the app or phone service to help riders schedule timely pickups and ensure round-trip availability. Will microtransit and HARTS services run simultaneously? Yes, microtransit will complement existing HARTS services rather than replace them. The goal is to increase flexibility, improve coverage, and optimize overall service efficiency by offering an additional mobility option that fills service gaps or addresses specific rider needs. Questions: HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 21 18Harnett County Transit Study Transit Support – Phase 2 Public Engagement Results Do you have any questions about this study, or want to provide any general comments? Questions: Is there a study for southern Harnett County? FAMPO is preparing to conduct a transit study for the southern part of Harnett County What was the need for the study? As North Harnett County continued to experience increased growth and development, its leaders have turned to exploring various mobility options, including transit, to serve the community. Could this service expand to other areas over time? Yes, this service could be expanded upon in the future to other areas of Harnett County. How will scheduling work and will there be long wait times? Wait times for microtransit depends on fleet size, which depends on the level of funding allocated to this service. Scheduling will be done through a software that tries to minimize wait times, but it ultimately depends on the fleet size. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 22 19Harnett County Transit Study Transit Support – Phase 2 Public Engagement Results Positive Comments: •Create connections throughout Harnett County: o Low-income areas like Erwin, Dunn o Fuquay Varina for seniors o Western Harnett County o Hospitals/Doctor offices •Microtransit and buses will help alleviate congestion in Northwest Harnett, Angier, and U.S. 401. •Ensure accessibility for Spanish speakers. •This will create more jobs. •There is a need for subsidized and free transit for seniors, students, people with disabilities, and those with a criminal history. •Provide storage for wheelchairs, strollers and bikes. •Good alternative to the current transit system. •Contact Amtrak to construct a station in Fuquay Varina and Lillington. •This study was a good idea. •Transportation is vital in this part of Harnett County, especially for seniors. •Microtransit will be a good asset for Harnett County. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 23 20Harnett County Transit Study Transit Support – Phase 2 Public Engagement Results •Make improvements to pedestrian infrastructure within service area •Fix the existing HARTS system first, including expanding hours of operation. •Microtransit does not feel scalable as the county grows. •Broader input is needed on this recommendation, including from those who do not access information electronically. •Campbell University's demographics which are suited for microtransit differ from rural Harnett County. •Lowes is not a realistic rideshare destination; funds are better used for roadway construction or building commercial shopping centers in Lillington, Erwin, Buies Creek, and North Harnett. •Waste of money. •North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office needs more detailed plans to comment. •Concerns about long wait times due to connections to regional destinations. Critical Comments: HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 24 21Harnett County Transit Study Transit Support – Phase 2 Public Engagement Results Public Questions for the Future: •How will this service be implemented after the study and how long will it take? •How will the service be funded? •What will be local obligation? •What are the cost differences between microtransit, and standard rideshares for users? •What will be the operating hours? •How many buses? HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 25 22Harnett County Transit Study Other questions? HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 26 23Harnett County Transit Study Proposed Service Microtransit with External Connections Flexible Scalable Combines aspects of other service types explored Does not need any fixed infrastructure (in the short term) Option to use existing HARTS fleet (in the short term) Provide connections to high demand locations outside of the immediate service area Connections to regional transit HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 27 24Harnett County Transit Study Implementation Recommended a ‘Software as a Service’ (SaaS)/Technology Acquisition service model for microtransit service. Leverages existing resources to operate service HARTS would operate service HARTS able to make use of existing staff vehicles, equipment Vendor supplies software (scheduling, rider app, web portal) Similar service model in Johnston County.. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 28 25Harnett County Transit Study •Span of Service •Recommend starting with existing hours of operation •Potential for future expansion if supported by demand •Wait Times •Similar services in North Carolina have wait time targets from 15 minutes to 30 minutes •Trip Booking •Booking is typically done through an app, but should consider how trips could be booked without the app (i.e., website or call center) •Fare Structure and Payment Method •Consider if fare structure similar to existing HARTS system will be used or different fare structure •Similar services in North Carolina range from free fare to $6.00 a ride, each way •Payments can usually happen through app, but consider alternative ways to accept payment Operating Parameters Implementation HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 29 26Harnett County Transit Study Vehicles Cost per Revenue Hour Daily Cost# Total Annual Operating Cost* 3 $80 $2,200 $562,000 4 $80 $2,900 $750,000 5 $80 $3,600 $937,000 Capital and Operating Costs Implementation •Many microtransit services in North Carolina funded as pilot study using federal discretionary funding. •Need to apply; often reimbursement model •Usually one time influx of funds •Local funding needed to sustain service •Limited state funding used by agencies in North Carolina for microtransit •One example of using rural operating funding (formula funding) •Local and county funding large source of funding for microtransit services in North Carolina Funding •Ability to utilize existing HARTS vehicles / facilities to limit capital costs •One-time installation fee for technology is likely •High level, estimated operating costs: # Assumes 9 hours of daily service * Assumes 256 days of operation ** 18,471 households in 2021 ACS *** 49,442 persons in 2021 ACS Monthly Cost Per HH**Per Person*** $2.53 $0.94 $3.38 $1.26 $4.22 $1.57 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 30 27Harnett County Transit Study •Develop unique branding •Identify funding •Potential for NCDOT IMD Planning Study and FAMPO County wide study •Procure vendor •System testing with vendor •Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to monitor pilot Pre-Pilot (Year 0-2) Phased Implementation Plan •Conduct public outreach to promote service •Launch pilot program •Monitor pilot against KPIs •Determine if pilot should become permanent Pilot Implementation, Monitoring, and Evaluation (Year 3) •Consider additional expansions or changes to pilot program •Identify additional capital or operating needs and needed funding •Conduct public outreach to promote service •Continue to monitor service against KPIs Transition to Permanent Program (Year 4) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 31 28Harnett County Transit Study Study Next Steps Present Plan at Harnett County Work Session Local Endorsement and Approval of Plan Presentation to CAMPO TCC and Executive Board CAMPO endorsement Study Conclusion HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 32 29Harnett County Transit Study •Increased accessibility particularly in rural and low- density areas •Offers curb-to-curb service, helping seniors, people with disabilities, and others with mobility challenges. •Anecdotal – support and excitement •Successful in peer communities •Flexibility and convenience through on-demand scheduling •Testimonials from other towns Benefits and Opportunities Benefits Opportunities •Increased regional connectivity •Increased economic development by supporting workforce mobility •Generates data on travel patterns that can then guide future expansion and investments •Adaptable for the future Challenges •Consistent Funding •Bus operator retention •Cost sharing mechanisms with other jurisdictions •Addressing needs of the entire county (beyond the study area) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 33 30Harnett County Transit Study Advancing Microtransit in Harnett County As community needs evolve, so must our approach to public transportation. The results of this study clearly show strong local interest in microtransit as a flexible, accessible, and context-appropriate mobility solution. We urge public officials to: •Consider transit as a service that becomes necessary with the growth of an area. •Assess local funding potential for transit. State and federal grants are inconsistent. •Advance the recommendations of this study to implementation stage. •Improve economic participation of low-income, car-deficient households, people who cannot drive (teens, seniors, young adults) through transit. •Champion statewide and federal transit funding initiatives to ensure consistent funding streams (similar to roadways). It is now time to turn vision into action. Let’s move Harnett County forward! HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 34 31Harnett County Transit Study Thank you Shelby Powell Deputy Director shelby.powell@campo-nc.us 984-542-3626 Shivang Shelat, AICP Lead Transportation Planner Shivang.Shelat@wsp.com 984-269-4651 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 35 Item 7 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 36 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 37 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 38 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 39 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 40 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 41 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 42 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 43 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 44 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 45 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 46 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 47 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 48 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 49 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 52 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 53 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 54 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 55 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 56 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 57 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 58 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 59 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 60 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 61 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 62 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 63 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 64 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 65 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 66 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 67 \\lecfile\department\Admin\Clerk to the Board docs\AGENDAS\2025\051325 ws\8.1 Agenda Southern Software.docx Page 1 of 1 Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DATE: May 19, 2025 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Southern Software REQUESTED BY: Sheriff Coats REQUEST: Sheriff Coats request approval to enter into a contract with Southern Software to replace our present Sheriff's Office records management software and 911 CAD software. The funding sources will be 911 telephone funds, Asset Forfeiture fund and the Sheriff's Office Capital Fund. The total cost of the project will be approximately $ 905,000.00. The project cost is through the NC Sheriff's Association Technology Procurement Program (25-04-0222R) We have been evaluating our present software and Southern Software for the past year. We have consolted with Harnett County IT and had several product reviews with Southern Software. We compared the yearly maintenance cost and there will be a reduction in yearly maintenance cost with Southern Software. We concluded that Southern Software is the best solution for Harnett County Sheriff's Office. FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Item 8 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 68 \\lecfile\department\Admin\Clerk to the Board docs\AGENDAS\2025\051325 ws\9.1.1 agendaform_PLAN2504-0001.docx Page 1 of 2 Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DATE: May 19, 2025 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Proposed Zoning Change from the RA-30 to Commercial Zoning District REQUESTED BY: Mark Locklear, Development Services REQUEST: Proposed Zoning Change: Case #PLAN2504-0001 Landowner / Applicant: Central Carolina Equity Partners, LLC; 5.22 +/- acres; Pin # 0610-98-3186.000; From RA-30 to Commercial Zoning District; Upper Little River Township; Intersection of SR # 1265 (Cool Spring Road) & US 421N. Development Services is recommending approval of the proposed rezoning from the RA-30 to the Commercial zoning district. Staff found that the requested zoning classification is compatible with the future land use plan. Additional Information: On May 5, 2025, the Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of the requested rezoning. There were several residents from the surrounding area who spoke in opposition to the rezoning. The residents raised concerns regarding traffic and public safety, effects on residential property values, detriment to the environment, proximity to residences, future incompatible development, and nuisances such as light, noise, and air pollution. Item 9 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 69 \\lecfile\department\Admin\Clerk to the Board docs\AGENDAS\2025\051325 ws\9.1.1 agendaform_PLAN2504-0001.docx Page 2 of 2 FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 70 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 71 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 72 STAFF REPORT Page 1 of 9 REZONING STAFF REPORT Case: PLAN2504-0001 Sarah Arbour, Planner II sarbour@harnett.org Phone: (910) 814-6414 Fax: (910) 814-8278 Planning Board: May 5, 2025 County Commissioners: May 19, 2025 Requested Rezoning from the RA-30 to the Commercial Zoning District Applicant Information Owner of Record: Applicant: Name: Central Carolina Equity Partners, LLC Name: Central Carolina Equity Partners, LLC Address: 315 W. McIntosh Street Address: 315 W. McIntosh Street City/State/Zip: Sanford, NC 27330 City/State/Zip: Sanford, NC 27330 Property Description PIN(s): 0610-98-3186.000 Acreage: 5.22 Address/SR No.: US 421 N. Lillington, NC 27546 Township: Johnsonville Lillington Neill’s Creek Stewart’s Creek Upper Little River Anderson Creek Averasboro Barbecue Black River Buckhorn Duke Grove Hectors Creek Vicinity Map HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 73 STAFF REPORT Page 2 of 9 Physical Characteristics Site Description The subject property is an unimproved, wooded corner lot with frontage along Cool Springs Rd. and US 421 N. Surrounding Land Uses Surrounding land uses consist of single-family residences to the north and east, and commercial uses including a fire station, a Family Dollar, Dollar General, a gas station, and health clinic to the south and west. Land used for agricultural purposes is located to the west. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 74 STAFF REPORT Page 3 of 9 Services Available Water: Public (Harnett County) Private (Well) Other: Unverified Sewer: Public (Harnett County) Private (Septic Tank) Other: Transportation: Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT): US 421 N. : 8,400 Cool Springs Rd. : 1,000 Site Distances: US 421 N. West: Fair US 421 N. East: Good Cool Springs Rd. : Good HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 75 STAFF REPORT Page 4 of 9 Zoning District Compatibility Current Requested Parks & Rec X X Natural Preserves X X Bona Fide Farms X X Single Family X Manufactured Homes, (with design criteria) SUP Manufactured Homes Multi-Family SUP Institutional X SUP Commercial Services SUP X Retail X X Wholesale SUP Industrial Manufacturing SUP The following is a summary list of potential uses. For all applicable uses for each Zoning district please refer to the UDO’s Table of Uses Land Use Classification Compatibility ZONING LAND USES Commercial Rural Center Parks & Rec X X Natural Preserves X X Bona Fide Farms X X Single Family Manufactured Homes, Design Regulated Manufactured Homes Multi-Family Institutional X X Commercial Service X X Retail X X Wholesale SUP SUP Industrial Manufacturing The above is a summary list of potential uses. For all applicable uses for each Zoning district, please refer to the UDO’s Table of Uses. Rural Center Agricultural/ Rural Commercial RA-30 RA-20R HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 76 STAFF REPORT Page 5 of 9 Site Photographs HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 77 STAFF REPORT Page 6 of 9 Across Street U.S 421 N. East View U.S. 421 N. West View Cool Springs Rd. South View Cool Springs Rd. North View HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 78 STAFF REPORT Page 7 of 9 Evaluation Yes No A. The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in appropriate complementary categories. The property is located in a mixed-use area with commercial and residential uses. Properties with a Commercial zoning designation are located across from the subject property on the south side of US 421 N. Yes No B. There is a convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be in the interest of the general public and not merely the interest of the individual or small group. The requested zoning district is compatible with the underlying land use, Rural Center. This land use classification is a development node which encourages commercial activity and economic development throughout the county. The uses permitted in the Commercial zoning district are compatible with the underlying land use. Yes No C. 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. (When a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of the property involved.) There is a convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed zoning district classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. The uses permitted in the Commercial zoning district are compatible with the surrounding and nearby commercial land uses. Additionally, the property has access to a major thoroughfare and water service, and is located in a Rural Center Development Node. Yes No D. 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. 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 Commercial zoning district are compatible with the nearby non -residential land uses. Further, the neighborhood may experience benefits from future commercial development such as an increase in employment opportunities and local investment. Yes No E. The proposed change is in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning practices. The requested zoning district is compatible with the future land use classification, Rural Center . The Rural Center Use Future Land Use classification supports small scale, market-driven commercial centers. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 79 STAFF REPORT Page 8 of 9 Suggested Statement-of-Consistency (Staff concludes that…) As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to Commercial would not have an unreasonable impact on the surrounding community based on compatibility with the future land use plan. It is recommended that this rezoning request be APPROVED. Additional Information: At the May 5, 2025 Planning Board Meeting, the board voted (5-0) to recommend approval of the proposed rezoning. There were several residents from the surrounding area who spoke in opposition to the rezoning. The residents raised concerns regarding traffic and public safety, effects on residential property values, detriment to the environment, proximity to residences, future incompatible development, and nuisances such as light, noise, and air pollution. Standards of Review and Worksheet TYPICAL REVIEW STANDARDS The Planning Board shall consider and make recommendations to the County Board of Commissioners concerning each proposed zoning district. The following policy guidelines shall be followed by the Planning Board concerning zoning districts and no proposed zoning district will receive favorable recommendation unless: Yes No A. The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in appropriate complementary categories. Yes No B. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the individual or small group. Yes No C. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of the property involved.) Yes No D. There is convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change. Yes No E. The proposed change is in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning practices. GRANTING THE REZONING REQUEST Motion to grant the rezoning upon finding that the rezoning is reasonable based on All of the above findings of fact A-E being found in the affirmative and that the rezoning advances the public interest. DENYING THE REZONING REQUEST Motion to deny the rezoning upon finding that the proposed rezoning does not advance the public interest and is unreasonable due to the following: The proposal will not place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in appropriate complementary categories. There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the individual or small group. There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of the property involved.) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 80 STAFF REPORT Page 9 of 9 There is not convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change. The proposed change is not in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning practices. The proposed change was not found to be reasonable for a small scale rezoning HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 81 \\lecfile\department\Admin\Clerk to the Board docs\AGENDAS\2025\051325 ws\9.2.1 agendaform_PLAN2504-0002.docx Page 1 of 2 Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DATE: May 19, 2025 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Proposed Text Amendment: Case # PLAN 2504-0002 REQUESTED BY: Mark Locklear, Development Services REQUEST: Proposed Text Amendment Applicant: Harnett County Development Services; Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance; Article III., Sections: 3.2.1 A; 3.2.1 B; 3.2.1 C; 3.2.1 D; 3.2.2.C; 5.3 ; 5.4.1.B; 8.4.1.B.4; Article V., Section 11.6.2.B.e; Article VI., Sections: 6.1.A; 6.1.B; 6.2; 6.3.C; 6.4.2; 6.5.1.H; 6.5.2.A; 6.6.A; 6.7.1.A; 6.7.1.B; 6.7.2.A, 6.7.2.B ;6.7.2.C ;6.7.2.D; 6.7.2.G ;6.7.3.A ;6.7.3.B; 6.7.3.C ; 6.7.3.D; 6.7.3.E; Article XI., Sections: 4.3.1.5; 4.3.2.A.5; 10.2.2; & 10.4; &; Article XIV., Section 2.2. The purpose of the requested amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance is to revise the name of the GIS Department as written in the ordinance from E-911 Addressing to “GIS”; to update the language regarding methods used to assign addresses and approve and maintain subdivision and road names to reflect current GIS Department practices; update a North Carolina General Statute reference; and update language to reflect a revision to GIS Department guidelines and applications. Additional Information: At the May 5, 2025 Planning Board meeting, the board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of the text amendment as proposed. There was no one present to speak in opposition. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 82 \\lecfile\department\Admin\Clerk to the Board docs\AGENDAS\2025\051325 ws\9.2.1 agendaform_PLAN2504-0002.docx Page 2 of 2 FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 83 Page 1 of 8 TEXT AMENDMENT REQUEST FORM (Internal) Development Services 420 McKinney Pkwy. P.O. Box 65, Lillington, NC 27546 Phone: (910) 893-7525 Fax: (910) 893-2793 Case: PLAN2504-0002 Planning Board: May 5, 2025 County Commissioners: May 19, 2025 Applicant Information Applicant: Name: Harnett County Development Services Address: 420 McKinney Pkwy. City/State/Zip: Lillington, NC 27546 Phone: 910-893 -7525, x2 Type of Change New Addition Revision Ordinance: Unified Development Ordinance Article III., Sections: 3.2.1 A; 3.2.1 B; 3.2.1 C; 3.2.1 D; 3.2.2.C; 5.3 ; 5.4.1.B; 8.4.1.B.4 Article V., Section 11.6.2.B.e Article VI., Sections: 6.1.A; 6.1.B; 6.2; 6.3.C; 6.4.2; 6.5.1.H; 6.5.2.A; 6.6.A; 6.7.1.A; 6.7.1.B; 6.7.2.A, 6.7.2.B ;6.7.2.C ;6.7.2.D; 6.7.2.G ;6.7.3.A ;6.7.3.B; 6.7.3.C ; 6.7.3.D; 6.7.3.E Article XI., Sections: 4.3.1.5; 4.3.2.A.5; 10.2.2; & 10.4; & Article XIV., Section 2.2 Current Text: Article III. 3.2 General Plat & Vicinity Map Criteria 3.2.1 Plat Review A.The Harnett County E-911 Addressing Department shall review all plats to ensure that all roads are legible and correctly identified as set forth in this Ordinance. B.Any road drawn on a map/plat shall be identified with the approved E-911 Addressing road name. C.Any State maintained road drawn on a map/plat shall be identified with the North Carolina Department of Transportation State road number and the approved E-911 Addressing road name. D.Major highways such as US, NC, and Interstates shall be identified only with the approved E-911 Addressing road name (example: US 421 N, US 421 S, NC 27 E, NC 27 W, I-95 etc.) 3.2.2 Vicinity Map C.Roads that are not State maintained shall be identified with the approved E-911Addressing road name. 5.3 Manufactured Home Park Site Plan Requirements Address and/or Lot Number for Each Lot (As Approved by Harnett County E-911 Addressing) X X X X HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 84 Page 2 of 8 5.4 New Manufactured Home Park Site Plan 5.4.1. Board of Adjustment Submittal Requirements B. Street name approval letter, provided to owner(s) by Harnett County E-911 Addressing. 8.4 Minor Subdivision Procedures 8.4.1 Review for Minor Subdivisions B. The Administrator shall submit copies of the plan and any accompanying material to other officials and agencies concerned with new development including, but not limited to: 4. Harnett County GIS/E-911 Addressing Operations Administrator Article V. 11.6 Manufactured Home Park 11.6.2 Standards for New & Altered Manufactured Home Parks B. Improvement Standards e. All street names shall be approved by the Harnett County E-911 Addressing Department. Article VI. Section 6.0 ADDRESSING & NAMING 6.1 Authority A. Street address numbers assigned by the Harnett County E-911 Addressing Department are recognized by the United States Postal Service as mailing addresses. B. Street address numbers, subdivision names, and road names on file with E-911 Addressing shall be the official street address numbers. 6.2 Jurisdiction E-911 Addressing shall assign street address numbers in all areas of Harnett County not within the jurisdiction of a municipality, unless otherwise requested. The municipalities of Angier, Coats, Erwin and Lillington have requested that E- 911 Addressing assign all street address numbers within said jurisdictions. 6.3. General C. For numbering purposes, each road within the County’s jurisdiction has a standard beginning point which shall be zero (0). Exception to this regulation shall be made in cases of municipal streets and/or conflicts with other counties or postal boundaries. 6.4 Assignment of Address 6.4.2 Corner Lot Address Assignment Structures on corner lots shall be assigned multiple street address numbers. A street number shall be assigned for each named road that abuts the lot. The permanent street address number will be determined before the Certificate of Occupancy is issued using the method outlined above. Street address numbers that are not used shall be purged from the system. 6.5 Display of Address 6.5.1 Display Provisions H. E-911 Addressing shall have the right to authorize and approve alternate methods of displaying street address numbers which meet the intent of this Ordinance when strict adherence to these standards cannot reasonably be met. 6.5.2 Display Enforcement A. No structure shall receive a Certificate of Occupancy until a street address number has been issued by the E-911 Addressing Department and that street address number is properly displayed as described herein. 6.6 Subdivision Naming A. E-911 Addressing shall approve and maintain subdivision names in all areas of Harnett County not within the jurisdiction HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 85 Page 3 of 8 of a municipality. As part of the request to provide street address numbers from the municipalities of Angier, Coats, Erwin, and Lillington, the Harnett County E-911 Addressing Department shall approve and maintain subdivision names within those jurisdictions. 6.7 Street Naming & Signs 6.7.1 Street Names A. E-911 Addressing shall approve and maintain road names in all areas of Harnett County not within the jurisdiction of a municipality, unless otherwise requested. As part of the request to provide street address numbers from the municipalities of Angier, Coats, Erwin and Lillington, the Harnett County E-911 Addressing Department shall approve and maintain road names within said jurisdictions. B. Road names shall be named, renamed, and/or approved in accordance with the road naming guidelines and NCGS 160D-239.1. 6.7.2 Street Name Petition A. Street name petition fee shall be determined by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners. This is an administration fee for researching and processing the petition and advertisement of a public hearing and is therefore nonrefundable. This fee shall be paid when the subdivision/street name application is submitted. B. New street names created shall adhere to the street naming guidelines and shall be subject to the street name petition fee, unless the street is being created through the subdivision process. C. New street names created due to E-911 Addressing mandates shall be exempt from the street name petition fee. D. Property owners, developers, or petitioners changing the name of existing streets shall adhere to the street naming guidelines and shall be responsible for the street name petition fee. G. Once a street has been named or renamed there shall be a five (5) year waiting period before a subdivision/street name application can be filed. If the street name was approved through the subdivision process the five (5) year period will begin from the subdivision approval date for that phase, if applicable. If the street name was approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners, the five (5) year period will begin from the Harnett County Board of Commissioners approval date. 6.7.3 Street Signs A. All named roads in Harnett County shall be identified by a sign showing the official name of that road. Signs should be installed according to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and any other applicable local, State, and Federal regulations. B. Street name sign fees shall be determined by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners. This fee shall cover the material and labor cost to create and install the sign. C. Street name signs shall be a standard color, size, and design, as approved by E-911 Addressing. The sign background color shall be green and the characters and borders shall be white. A yellow tab indicating “Private Road” may only be used on streets that are not State maintained and are not part of any recorded subdivision plat, unless otherwise approved by this Ordinance. D. Property owners, developers, or petitioners creating new streets or changing the name of existing streets shall be responsible for the street name sign fee. Street name sign fees shall be paid before a subdivision plat can be recorded and before any street address numbers are issued. E. All street name signs in the unincorporated areas of Harnett County shall be approved, installed, and maintained by E-911 Addressing. Article XI. SECTION 4.0 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD 4.3 Membership 4.3.1. General Membership 5. E-911 Addressing Department 4.3.2 Advisory Membership HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 86 Page 4 of 8 A. Depending upon the specific aspects of a development proposal, additional members of the DRB include representatives of the following agencies. 5. GIS/Land Records Department SECTION 10.0 OTHER DEPARTMENTS 10.2 Review Officer 10.2.2 Review Officer Location The Review Officer is located in the GIS/Land Records Division of Harnett County. 10.4 E-911 Addressing The E-911 operations Administrator shall be responsible for enforcement of Article VI “General Development Standards,” Section “Addressing’’ of this Ordinance. Article XIV. SECTION 2.0 GENERAL DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS 2.2 General Definitions E-911 Address A physical address assigned by the E-911 Addressing Department for a structure or parcel of land. Proposed Text: Article III. 3.2 General Plat & Vicinity Map Criteria 3.2.1 Plat Review A. The Harnett County E-911 Addressing GIS Department shall review all plats to ensure that all roads are legible and correctly identified as set forth in this Ordinance. B. Any road drawn on a map/plat shall be identified with the approved E-911 Addressing GIS road name. C. Any State maintained road drawn on a map/plat shall be identified with the North Carolina Department of Transportation State road number and the approved E-911 Addressing GIS road name. D. Major highways such as US, NC, and Interstates shall be identified only with the approved E-911 Addressing GIS road name (example: US 421 N, US 421 S, NC 27 E, NC 27 W, I-95 etc.) 3.2.2 Vicinity Map C. Roads that are not State maintained shall be identified with the approved E-911Addressing GIS road name. 5.3 Manufactured Home Park Site Plan Requirements Address and/or Lot Number for Each Lot (As Approved by Harnett County E-911 Addressing GIS) X X X X 5.4 New Manufactured Home Park Site Plan 5.4.1 Board of Adjustment Submittal Requirements B. Street name approval letter, provided to owner(s) by Harnett County E-911 Addressing GIS. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 87 Page 5 of 8 8.4 Minor Subdivision Procedures 8.4.1 Review for Minor Subdivisions B. The Administrator shall submit copies of the plan and any accompanying material to other officials and agencies concerned with new development including, but not limited to: 4. Harnett County GIS/E-911 Addressing Operations Administrator Department. Article V. 11.6 Manufactured Home Park 11.6.2 Standards for New & Altered Manufactured Home Parks B. Improvement Standards e. All street names shall be approved by the Harnett County E-911 Addressing GIS Department. Article VI. Section 6.0 ADDRESSING & NAMING 6.1 Authority A. Street address numbers assigned by the Harnett County E-911 Addressing GIS Department are recognized by the United States Postal Service as mailing addresses. B. Street address numbers, subdivision names, and road names on file with E-911 Addressing GIS shall be the official street address numbers. 6.2 Jurisdiction E-911 Addressing GIS shall assign street address numbers in all areas the following jurisdictions: Harnett County, not within the jurisdiction of a municipality, unless otherwise requested. The municipalities of Town of Angier, Town of Coats, Town of Erwin , and Town of Lillington. have requested that E-911 Addressing assign all street address numbers within said jurisdictions. 6.3. General C. For numbering purposes, each road within the County’s jurisdiction has a standard beginning point which shall be zero (0) one (1). Exception to this regulation shall be made in cases of municipal streets and/or conflicts with other counties or postal boundaries. 6.4 Assignment of Address 6.4.2 Corner Lot & Large Lot Address Assignment Structures on corner lots shall be assigned multiple street address numbers. A street number shall be assigned for each named road that abuts the lot. The permanent street address number will be determined before the Certificate of Occupancy is issued using the method outlined above. Street address numbers that are not used shall be purged from the system. Corner lot and large lot street address numbers will be assigned from the submitted site or plot plans using the methodology established in section 6.4.1 General Address Assignments of this article. 6.5 Display of Address 6.5.1 Display Provisions H. E-911 Addressing GIS shall have the right to authorize and approve alternate methods of displaying street address numbers which meet the intent of this Ordinance when strict adherence to these standards cannot reasonably be met. 6.5.2 Display Enforcement A. No structure shall receive a Certificate of Occupancy until a street address number has been issued by the E-911 Addressing GIS Department and that street address number is properly displayed as described herein. 6.6 Subdivision Naming HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 88 Page 6 of 8 A. E-911 Addressing GIS shall approve and maintain subdivision names in all areas of in the following jurisdictions: Harnett County, Town of Angier, Town of Coats, Town of Erwin, and the Town of Lillington. not within the jurisdiction of a municipality. As part of the request to provide street address numbers from the municipalities of Angier, Coats, Erwin, and Lillington, the Harnett County E-911 Addressing GIS Department shall approve and maintain subdivision names within those jurisdictions. 6.7 Street Naming & Signs 6.7.1 Street Names A. E-911 Addressing GIS shall approve and maintain road names in all areas of the following jurisdictions: Harnett County not within the jurisdiction of a municipality, unless otherwise requested. As part of the request to provide street address numbers from the municipalities of Angier, Coats, Erwin and Lillington, the Harnett County E-911 Addressing Department shall approve and maintain road names within said jurisdictions.,Town of Angier, Town of Coats, Town of Erwin, and the Town of Lillington. B. Road names shall be named, renamed, and/or approved in accordance with the GIS Road Naming Guidelines and NCGS 160D -239.1. 153A-239.1. 6.7.2 Street Name Petition A. Street The road name petition fee shall be determined by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners. This is an administration fee for researching and processing the petition and advertisement of a public hearing and is therefore non-refundable. This fee shall be paid when the subdivision/street name Development/Road name application is submitted. B. New street road names created shall adhere to the street GIS Road Naming Guidelines and. New road names created shall be subject to the street road name petition fee, unless the street road is being created through the subdivision process. C. New street road names created due to GIS E-911 Addressing mandates shall be exempt from the street road name petition fee. D. Property owners, developers, or petitioners changing the name of existing streets roads shall adhere to the street naming guidelines GIS Road Naming Guidelines and shall be responsible for the street road name petition fee and the road sign fee. G. Once a street road has been named or renamed there shall be a five (5) year waiting period before a subdivision/street name application can be filed the road name can be changed. If the street road name was approved through the subdivision process, the five (5) year period will begin from the subdivision approval date for that phase, if applicable date the subdivision final plat was recorded with the Register of Deeds. If the street road name was approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners, the five (5) year period will begin from the Harnett County Board of Commissioners approval date. 6.7.3 Street Signs A. All named roads in Harnett County shall be identified by a sign showing the official name of that road. Signs should be installed according to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) to meet North Carolina Department of Transportation standards and any other applicable local, State, and Federal regulations. B. Street name Road sign fees shall be determined by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners. This fee shall cover the material and labor cost to create and install the sign. C. Street Road name signs shall be a standard color, size, and design, as approved by E-911 Addressing GIS. The sign background color shall be green and the characters and borders shall be white. A yellow tab indicating “Private Road” may only be used on streets that are not State maintained and are not part of any recorded subdivision plat, unless otherwise approved by this Ordinance. D. Property owners, developers, or petitioners creating new streets roads or changing the name of existing streets roads shall be responsible for the street name road sign fee. Street name Road sign fees shall be paid before a subdivision plat can be recorded and before any street address numbers are issued. E. All street road name signs in the unincorporated areas of Harnett County shall be approved, installed, and maintained by E-911 Addressing GIS. However, custom road name signs may be an alternative by completing a Road Name Sign Statement of Intent form and paying all associated road sign fees. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 89 Page 7 of 8 Article XI. SECTION 4.0 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD 4.3 Membership 4.3.1. General Membership 5. E-911 Addressing GIS Department 4.3.2 Advisory Membership A. Depending upon the specific aspects of a development proposal, additional members of the DRB include representatives of the following agencies. 5. GIS/Land Records Department SECTION 10.0 OTHER DEPARTMENTS 10.2 Review Officer 10.2.2 Review Officer Location The Review Officer is located in the GIS/Land Records Division of Harnett County Department. 10.4 E-911 Addressing GIS The E-911 operations Administrator GIS Department shall be responsible for enforcement of Article VI “General Development Standards,” Section “Addressing’’ of this Ordinance. Article XIV. SECTION 2.0 GENERAL DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS 2.2 General Definitions E-911 Address A physical address assigned by the E-911 Addressing GIS Department for a structure or parcel of land. Reason for Requested Change: The purpose for amending the Unified Development Ordinance is to revise the name of the GIS Department as written in the ordinance from E-911 Addressing to “GIS”; to update the language regarding methods used to assign addresses and approve and maintain subdivision and road names to reflect current GIS Department practices; update a North Carolina General Statute reference; and update language to reflect a revision to GIS Department guidelines and applications. The text amendment will amend the following Articles and sections of the Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance: HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 90 Page 8 of 8 Article III., Sections: 3.2.1. A; 3.2.1. B; 3.2.1.C; 3.2.1.D; 3.2.2.C; 5.3 ; 5.4.1.B.; & 8.4.1.B.4., Article V., Section 11.6.2.B.e; Article VI., Sections: 6.1.A; 6.1.B; 6.2; 6.3.C; 6.4.2; 6.5.1.H; 6.5.2.A; 6.6.A; 6.7.1.A; 6.7.1.B; 6.7.2.A, 6.7.2.B ;6.7.2.C ;6.7.2.D; 6.7.2.G ;6.7.3.A ;6.7.3.B; 6.7.3.C ; 6.7.3.D; & 6.7.3.E Article XI., Sections: 4.3.1.5; 4.3.2.A.5; 10.2.2; & 10.4; & Article XIV., Section 2.2. Suggested Statement-of-Consistency: (Staff concludes that…) The requested Text Amendment is compatible with Harnett County regulatory documents. Therefore, it is recommended that this Text Amendment request be APPROVED. Additional Information: At the May 5, 2025 Planning Board Meeting, the Planning Board voted to recommend approval of the proposed text unanimously (5-0). There was no one present to speak in opposition. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 91 Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 1 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE HARNETT COUNTY UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Harnett County adopted the UDO on October 17, 2011 for the purpose of promoting the health, safety, and general welfare of the county residents; and WHEREAS, this ordinance was adopted under authority granted by the General Assembly of the State of North Carolina, particularly G.S. 153A-340; and WHEREAS, the UDO contains provisions for amending said ordinance and those provisions have been followed; and WHEREAS, the Harnett County Planning Board has reviewed the amendment to the article of the UDO as listed below and recommends the adoption of the following amendment. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA that Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance Article III., Sections: 3.2.1 A; 3.2.1 B; 3.2.1 C; 3.2.1 D; 3.2.2.C; 5.3 ; 5.4.1.B; 8.4.1.B.4; Article V., Section 11.6.2.B.e; Article VI., Sections: 6.1.A; 6.1.B; 6.2; 6.3.C; 6.4.2; 6.5.1.H; 6.5.2.A; 6.6.A; 6.7.1.A; 6.7.1.B; 6.7.2.A, 6.7.2.B ;6.7.2.C ;6.7.2.D; 6.7.2.G ;6.7.3.A ;6.7.3.B; 6.7.3.C ; 6.7.3.D; 6.7.3.E; Article XI., Sections: 4.3.1.5; 4.3.2.A.5; 10.2.2; & 10.4; &; Article XIV., Section 2.2 shall be amended to read as indicated in “Attachment”. “Attachment” is filed with the Unified Development Ordinance in the Clerk to the Board’s Office. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 92 Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 2 Duly adopted this 19th day of May 2025 and effective upon adoption. HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS _______________________________ Matthew Nicol, Chairman ATTEST: ____________________________________ Melissa D. Capps, Clerk ATTACHMENT ARTICLE III. DEVELOPMENT & SUBDIVISION REVIEW, PERMITTING, & APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 93 Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 3 SECTION 3.0 GENERAL DEVELOPMENT REVIEW REQUIREMENTS 3.2 General Plat & Vicinity Map Criteria 3.2.1 Plat Review A.The Harnett County GIS Department shall review all plats to ensure that all roads are legible and correctly identified as set forth in this Ordinance. B.Any road drawn on a map/plat shall be identified with the approved GIS road name. C.Any State maintained road drawn on a map/plat shall be identified with the North Carolina Department of Transportation State road number and the approved GIS road name. D.Major highways such as US, NC, and Interstates shall be identified only with the approved GIS road name (example: US 421 N, US 421 S, NC 27 E, NC 27 W, I-95 etc.) 3.2.2 Vicinity Map C.Roads that are not State maintained shall be identified with the approved GIS road name. SECTION 5.0 MANUFACTURED HOME PARK SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUIREMENTS 5.3 Manufactured Home Park Site Plan Requirements Address and/or Lot Number for Each Lot (As Approved by Harnett County GIS) X X X X 5.4 New Manufactured Home Park Site Plan 5.4.1 Board of Adjustment Submittal Requirements B.Street name approval letter, provided to owner(s) by Harnett County GIS. SECTION 8.0 SUBDIVISION REVIEW PROCEDURES 8.4 Minor Subdivision Procedures 8.4.1 Review for Minor Subdivisions B.The Administrator shall submit copies of the plan and any accompanying material to other officials and agencies HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 94 Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 4 concerned with new development including, but not limited to: 4. Harnett County GIS Department ARTICLE V. USE REGULATIONS SECTION 11.0 OTHER USES 11.6 Manufactured Home Park 11.6.2 Standards for New & Altered Manufactured Home Parks B. Improvement Standards e. All street names shall be approved by the Harnett County GIS Department. ARTICLE VI. GENERAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS SECTION 6.0 ADDRESSING & NAMING 6.1 Authority A. Street address numbers assigned by the Harnett County GIS Department are recognized by the United States Postal Service as mailing addresses. B. Street address numbers, subdivision names, and road names on file with GIS shall be the official street address numbers. 6.2 Jurisdiction GIS shall assign street address numbers in the following jurisdictions: Harnett County, Town of Angier, Town of Coats, Town of Erwin, and Town of Lillington. 6.3. General C. For numbering purposes, each road within the County’s jurisdiction has a standard beginning point which shall be one (1). Exception to this regulation shall be made in cases of municipal streets and/or conflicts with other counties or postal boundaries. 6.4 Assignment of Address HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 95 Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 5 6.4.2 Corner Lot & Large Lot Address Assignment Corner lot and large lot street address numbers will be assigned from the submitted site or plot plans using the methodology established in section 6.4.1 General Address Assignments of this article. 6.5 Display of Address 6.5.1 Display Provisions H. GIS shall have the right to authorize and approve alternate methods of displaying street address numbers which meet the intent of this Ordinance when strict adherence to these standards cannot reasonably be met. 6.5.2 Display Enforcement A. No structure shall receive a Certificate of Occupancy until a street address number has been issued by the GIS Department and that street address number is properly displayed as described herein. 6.6 Subdivision Naming A. GIS shall approve and maintain subdivision names in the following jurisdictions: Harnett County, Town of Angier, Town of Coats, Town of Erwin, and Town of Lillington. 6.7 Street Naming & Signs 6.7.1 Street Names A. GIS shall approve and maintain road names in the following jurisdictions: Harnett County, Town of Angier, Town of Coats, Town of Erwin, and Town of Lillington. B. Road names shall be named, renamed, and/or approved in accordance with the GIS Road Name Guidelines and NCGS 153A-239.1. 6.7.2 Street Name Petition A. The road name petition fee shall be determined by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners. This is an administration fee for researching and processing the petition and advertisement of a public hearing and is therefore non-refundable. This fee shall be paid when the Development/Road name application is submitted. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 96 Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 6 B. New road names created shall adhere to the GIS Road Naming Guidelines. New road names created shall be subject to the road name petition fee, unless the road is being created through the subdivision process. C. New road names created due to GIS mandates shall be exempt from the road name petition fee. D. Property owners, developers, or petitioners changing the name of existing roads shall adhere to the GIS Road Naming Guidelines and shall be responsible for the road name petition fee and the road sign fee. G. Once a road has been named or renamed, there shall be a five (5) year waiting period before the road name can be changed. If the road name was approved through the subdivision process, the five (5) year period will begin from the date the subdivision final plat was recorded with the Register of Deeds. If the road name was approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners, the five (5) year period will begin from the Harnett County Board of Commissioners approval date. 6.7.3 Street Signs A. All named roads in Harnett County shall be identified by a sign showing the official name of that road. Signs should be installed to meet North Carolina Department of Transportation standards and any other applicable local, State, and Federal regulations. B. Road sign fees shall be determined by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners. This fee shall cover the material and labor cost to create and install the sign. C. Road name signs shall be a standard color, size, and design, as approved by GIS. The sign background color shall be green, and the characters and borders shall be white. A yellow tab indicating “Private Road” may only be used on streets that are not State maintained and are not part of any recorded subdivision plat, unless otherwise approved by this Ordinance. D. Property owners, developers, or petitioners creating new roads or changing the name of existing roads shall be responsible for the road sign fee. Road sign fees shall be paid before a subdivision plat can be recorded and before any street address numbers are issued. E. All road name signs in the unincorporated areas of Harnett County shall be approved, installed, and maintained by GIS. However, custom road name signs may be an alternative by completing a Road Name Sign Statement of Intent form and paying all associated road sign fees. ARTICLE XI. ADMINISTRATION AND BOARDS SECTION 4.0 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD 4.3 Membership HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 97 Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page | 7 4.3.1. General Membership 5. GIS Department 4.3.2 Advisory Membership A. Depending upon the specific aspects of a development proposal, additional members of the DRB include representatives of the following agencies. 5. GIS Department SECTION 10.0 OTHER DEPARTMENTS 10.2 Review Officer 10.2.2 Review Officer Location The Review Officer is located in the GIS Department. 10.4 GIS The GIS Department shall be responsible for enforcement of Article VI “General Development Standards,” Section “Addressing’’ of this Ordinance. ARTICLE XIV. DEFINITIONS & CERTIFICATIONS SECTION 2.0 GENERAL DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS 2.2 General Definitions E-911 Address A physical address assigned by the GIS Department for a structure or parcel of land. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 98 \\lecfile\department\Admin\Clerk to the Board docs\AGENDAS\2025\051325 ws\10.1 agendaform Ripple Fiber intro 2025.docx Page 1 of 1 Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DATE: May 19, 2025 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Broadband update and Ripple Fiber Introduction REQUESTED BY: Ira Hall - CIO, Information Technology Department REQUEST: 1.Update on Broadband Status in Harnett County The Harnett County IT Department will provide an update to the board on the current status of broadband in Harnett County. This will include progress on ongoing projects and any recent developments. 2.Introduction of Ripple Fiber Introduction of Ripple Fiber as a new broadband provider in Harnett County. Ripple Fiber has taken over the fiber infrastructure from Cloudwyze across the state and will now be managing previous Cloudwyze fiber projects in Harnett County. FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Item 10 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 99 JETPORT CORPORATE AREA HANGAR PROJECT CAPITAL PROJECT ORDINANCE 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 development of a large corporate apron, connector taxiway, and pad ready sites for up to 8 corporate hangars to accommodate existing demand per the County hangar construction waiting list. The first phase of development to be constructed will involve the design and relocation of Airport Road and associated utlities. Section 2. The following expenditures are hereby appropriated for this project: Construction Professional Services Captal Outlay -Equipment Contingency Total Original Ordinance $ 4,598,272 551,728 450,000 $ 5,600,000 Section 3. The following revenues are hereby appropriated for this project: lnterfund Transfer -Capital Reserves Transfer Residual Equity (JARPA) Transfer Residual Equity (Terminal) State funds Total Original Ordinance $ $ $ $ $ 4,200,334 572,438 275,500 551,728 5,600,000 Section 4. Copies of this capital project ordinance shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for direction in carrying out this project. Duly adopted this day of , 2025. 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Brooks Matthews District 3 Matthew Nicol Chairman District 5 Barbara McKoy District 1 Duncan Edward Jaggers District 4 William Morris Vice-Chairman District 2 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 143 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 7 IntroductIon County Manager Brent Trout Deputy County Manager Coley Price Assistant County Manager Michael Morrow Assistant County Manager Lisa McFadden Finance Officer Kimberly Honeycutt Clerk to the Board of Commissioners Melissa Capps County Leadership Team Board of Elections, Claire Jones Human Resources & Risk Management, Janice Lane Capital Projects, Chris Johnson Information Technology, Ira Hall Clerk of Courts, Renee Whittenton Legal Services, Chris Appel Community Relations, Desiree Patrick Library, Kimberly Van Beck Cooperative Extension, Tim Mathews Parks & Recreation, Carl Davis Development Services, Mark Locklear Register of Deeds, Matthew Willis Economic Development, Stephen Barrington Sheriff’s Office, Wayne Coats Emergency Services, Larry T. Smith Social Services, Paul Polinski Facilities Maintenance, Kenneth Snipes Soil & Water Conservation District, Lynn Lambert Fleet Maintenance, Beth Blinson Solid Waste, Chad Beane General Service, Barry Blevins Tax Department, Christine Wallace Harnett Regional Jetport, Brad Abate Veterans Services, Eric Truesdale Harnett Regional Water, Tommy Burns Workforce Development, Charlotte Leach Health Department, Ainsley Johnson HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 144 8 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 IntroductIonCitizens of Harnett County Board of Commissioners Clerk to the Board Melissa Capps Assistant County Manager Lisa McFadden Assistant County Manager Mike Morrow Information Technology Ira Hall Harnett Regional Jetport Bradley Abate Economic Development Stephen Barrington Harnett Regional Water Tommy Burns Health Ainsley Johnson Human Resources Janice Lane Legal Chris Appel Social Services Paul Polinski Finance Kimberly Honeycutt Tax Administration Christine Wallace Veteran’s Services Eric Truesdale Board of Elections Claire Jones Emergency Services Larry Smith Facilities Kenneth Snipes Public Library Kimberly VanBeck Fleet Beth Blinson Solid Waste Chad Beane Capital Projects Chris Johnson Special Projects Performance Management Clerk of Court Renee Whittenton Sheriff’s Office Wayne Coats Register of Deeds Matthew Willis Executive Assistant Shannon Eason Opioid Taskforce/Management Analyst Charles Palocy Deputy County Manager Coley Price Special Projects Opioid Task Force Affordable Housing Workforce Development Charlotte Leach Soil & Water Lynn Lambert Parks & Recreation Carl Davis General Services Barry Blevins Development Services Mark Locklear Cooperative Extension Tim Mathews Green– County Managers Grey– Elected Officials Red– Reports to the Board of Commissioners Blue– Department Directors Yellow– Support staff that reports to the County Manager Purple– Special Projects County Manager Brent Trout Updated February 2025 Public Information Desiree Patrick Special Projects Budget Organizational Chart HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 145 Fiscal Year 2026: Budget at a Glance HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 146 10 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Fiscal Year 2026: Budget at a glanceProperty Taxes General Government: 6.94¢ Culture & Recreation: 2.11¢ Capital Improvement & Debt: 3.62¢ Economic & Physical Development:1.87¢ Education: 11.64¢ Environmental Protection, Transportation, & Contingency : 2.09¢ Human Services: 12.46¢ Public Safety: 18.37¢ 59.1 ¢per $100 property valuation Your Tax Dollars at Work HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 147 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 11 Fiscal Year 2026: Budget at a glanceGeneral Fund Miscellaneous & Transfer Ins: 0.57% Ad Valorem Taxes: 50.69% Fund Balance: 4.39% Sales Tax: 17.45% Other Taxes: 0.87% Federal Intergovernmental: 11.49% State Intergovernmental: 2.18% Service Changes: 12.36% Revenue Sources HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 148 Fiscal Year 2026: Budget at a glance12 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 149 Budget Message HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 150 Budget Message14 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 DATE: May 5, 2025 TO: Harnett County Board of Commissioners FROM: Brent Trout, County Manager SUBJECT: Budget Message for FY 2026 The work has been completed on the Harnett County FY 2026 budget, and it is presented to you today for review and consideration. Harnett County prepares the annual budget in accordance with the statutory requirements with consideration of enhancing the quality for our residents. The budget has been prepared with the purpose of supporting the strategic goals and priorities of the County Commissioners. You will see this specifically in the items we are recommending for consideration in the expansion budget. Property Reappraisal and Tax Rate The property tax assessed values increased by approximately $883 million this year. The growth in home construction continues to increase our total assessed valuation to levels never seen before in Harnett County. The continued growth in the County creates challenges for provision of services and management of government services. The current tax levy rate is $0.591/$100. The revenues in total compared to expenses for a continuation budget leaves a small deficit. In addition, the rapid growth in the County and the priorities of the Board requires us to find additional resources and propose the use of a portion of existing fund balance. In order to meet these needs, I am recommending the continuation of the current tax levy rate of $0.591/$100. Other Revenue Sources In looking at revenue sources other than property tax, we see good news as well as they surpass our Fiscal Year 2025 projections. The two biggest examples of this growth in revenue are Building Inspection Fees and Sales Tax revenues. These positive increases are not surprising based on the County’s growth pattern, however the sales tax growth is significantly less than last year. Sales tax revenues collection has slowed statewide over the past two fiscal years. The North Carolina League of Municipalities (NCLM) provides sales tax forecast information, and we used their research in projecting our sales tax revenues. Based on current research, NCLM projects that local sales tax revenues will finish Fiscal Year 2024-2025 2.4% above Fiscal Year 2023-2024 levels. They also project a Fiscal Year 2025-2026 sales tax growth of 2.8% over Fiscal Year 2024-2025 levels. Based on Harnett County trends, we are estimating our sales tax growth to remain approximately 7%. Harnett County shares sales taxes with the municipalities based on the Ad Valorem method, meaning sales tax is distributed to the County and the municipalities in proportion to the total amount of ad valorem taxes levied by each entity. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 151 Budget MessageHarnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 15 Table 1: General Fund Funding by Category The variance column shows the difference between FY 2026 Recommended Budget and FY 2025 Revised Budget. FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Human Services 32,009,148 38,968,979 38,510,354 176,128 38,686,482 (282,497) (1%) Public Safety 46,990,483 54,176,691 55,878,080 1,156,386 57,034,466 2,857,775 5% Transportation 4,647,038 4,842,947 3,996,464 321,483 4,317,947 (525,000) (11%) Environmental Protection 492,050 527,100 551,219 22,258 573,477 46,377 9% Economic & Physical Development 4,355,061 5,781,440 5,802,661 6,159 5,808,820 27,380 -% General Government 19,265,452 19,937,514 21,082,364 449,046 21,531,410 1,593,896 8% Education 29,937,603 32,757,070 32,807,070 3,338,731 36,145,801 3,388,731 10% Culture & Recreation 5,059,220 6,372,765 6,340,116 194,723 6,534,839 162,074 3% Contingency - 6,435,021 1,600,000 - 1,600,000 (4,835,021) (75%) Transfers 18,017,337 11,039,700 11,224,700 - 11,224,700 185,000 2% 160,773,392 180,839,227 177,793,028 5,664,914 183,457,942 2,618,715 1% The FY 2025 Original Budget amount for contingency was $6,851,572. As funds have been moved out of contingency into other departments, the Revised Budget amount has been reduced to reflect these transfers. If the FY 2026 Recommended amount was compared with the original budget, the variance would be $5,251,572 and the percent decrease would be 77%. This chart does not include the $1.4 million going to Harnett County Schools for maintenance needs. Those funds are budgeted in the Board of Education Capital Reserve. Fee Schedule Recommendations A list of fees is recommended to be adjusted. Appendix 1 in the budget book contains the details on these changes. We have included a recommended 10% increase across the board for rescue agencies. I am recommending increases in tax rates for eight fire departments. The recommendation is detailed in the table below and recommended increases are in red. The County also levies the Averasboro School District tax. No change is recommended for that district. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 152 Budget Message16 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Table 2: Recommended Fire Tax Rates and Total Revenues by Department. District FY 25 Rate FY 26 Req Rate FY 26 Rec Rate Total Revenue FY 25 Rate Produces Total Revenue FY 26 Rate Produces Increase Anderson Creek 0.110 0.110 0.110 2,058,577 2,058,577 - Angier 0.085 0.085 0.085 2,101,376 2,101,376 - Benhaven 0.120 0.120 0.120 1,736,333 1,736,333 - Benson 0.120 0.120 0.120 143,273 143,273 - Boone Trail 0.100 0.110 0.110 938,309 1,015,873 77,564 Buies Creek 0.100 0.1075 0.1075 913,368 967,344 53,976 Coats/Grove 0.110 0.110 0.110 993,828 993,828 - Crains Creek 0.100 0.110 0.110 84,480 91,115 6,635 Cypress Pointe 0.095 0.095 0.095 77,326 77,326 - Dunn 0.090 0.110 0.110 1,993,761 2,341,553 347,792 Erwin 0.095 0.105 0.105 462,846 501,064 38,218 Flatbranch 0.130 0.130 0.130 696,264 696,264 - Flatwoods 0.120 0.120 0.120 159,029 159,029 - Godwin 0.150 0.150 0.150 18,009 18,009 - Northwest Harnett 0.080 0.080 0.080 1,612,684 1,612,684 - Spout Springs 0.120 0.120 0.120 3,030,135 3,030,135 - Summerville 0.100 0.110 0.110 1,254,643 1,354,645 100,002 West Area 0.130 0.150 0.150 86,874 97,764 10,890 West Johnston 0.070 0.120 0.120 28,193 44,093 15,900 Total Fire Districts 18,389,308 19,040,285 650,977 Averasboro School District 0.020 0.020 0.020 448,280 448,280 - The justification for Fire District tax increases is as follows: >Boone Trail requested a 1-cent increase to help fund three firefighters 24/7 and replace department vehicles that exceed 20 years of service life to better serve the community. >Buies Creek requested a 3/4-cent increase in FY 2026 and will request an additional 3/4-cent increase in FY 2027 (for a total of 1.5-cent increase) to address rising costs, inflation, and maintaining competitive wages. Buies Creek has not had a tax increase in 69 years. >Dunn requested a 2-cent increase to add additional staff. >Erwin requested a 1-cent increase to help fund additional staff and costs associated with moving staff under the Town of Erwin. >Summerville requested a 1-cent increase to help fund 24/7 staffing. >Crains Creek requested a 1-cent increase to help fund 24/7 staffing and a new pumper tanker.HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 153 Budget MessageHarnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 17 >West Area requested a 2-cent increase to make the rate equal to what is charged in Cumberland County. >West Johnston requested a 5-cent increase to expand paid staffing, purchase updated equipment, and enhance training programs for volunteers. (Not recommended by Emergency Services based on the limited number of calls in Harnett County). The County also levies the Averasboro School District tax. No change is recommended for that district. Harnett County Schools Harnett County School System (HCS) presented their request for funding to the County. The funding formula details are listed below: >Provides expansion funding for Harnett County Schools’ discretion ($3,000,000) >The total current expense appropriation budgeted in Fiscal Year 2026 will provide a per pupil funding of $1,526.51 which is an increase of $110.34 per student. The funding includes county and charter school students that the school must fund. The total amount of base funding increased by $3,000,000 from $30,804,606 to $33,804,606. These additional funds will help increase local supplement pay for certified staff and salary increases for classified staff. >Provides funding for 2248 charter school students (an increase of 200 over last year), which Harnett County Schools must share on a per-student basis. The total number of students is based on HCS second month average daily membership of 19,897 students. >Provides funding for maintenance projects, in accordance with the Approved FY 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program. These funds are budgeted in the Board of Education Capital Reserve. >Holds HCS harmless for the loss of lottery funds. At the request of the Board of Education, the County is foregoing proceeds from the lottery for one more year to obtain a $10 million grant to help fund the construction of a new Northwest Harnett Elementary. Capital outlay spending, budgeted in the Board of Education Capital Reserve, remains at Fiscal Year 2025 levels, despite this loss of more than $1 million in lottery funds. (School systems do not share capital outlay funds with charter schools). Compensation Study, Pay Recommendations and Organizational Excellence Compensation increases to staff last year were received in the form of a 3% COLA and 1.5% merit increase. >We have a current total of 40 full-time vacancies versus 51 vacancies last year, of which 15 of those positions are in our public safety departments. The increased compensation levels have had a positive impact on retention and recruitment. >The recommendation included in the budget is to provide a 3% COLA increase for all employees. >The recommendation included in the budget is to provide a 1.5% performance pay increase to staff that meet expectations and have a positive performance evaluation. >The proposed budget recommends increasing the 401K contribution for all non-LEO employees by an additional 1%, raising their total contribution to 3%. LEO employees currently receive a 5% 401K contribution. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 154 Budget Message18 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 >Increased employee contribution by 3% for health insurance premiums. >Increased employer contribution by 3% for health insurance premiums. >Retirement contribution increased by 1% for law-enforcement officers and 0.70% for all other county employees. >There are 21 new positions recommended due to increased demand for services. Five of these new positions are in Harnett Regional Water. >There are 22 reclassifications, and four special salary adjustments recommended due to changes in duties and certifications received. >The budget provides an additional $15.00 per day for Election Workers. Community Programs and County Initiatives >Provides funding for two small business grants ($5,000) in partnership with the Small Business Development Center at Central Carolina Community College. >Provides funding for new supervisor training. >Provides funding for additional Public Library programs (children’s programming). >Provides funding towards increasing teacher supplements. Other County Initiatives The Board of Commissioners completed the first ever Strategic Plan for Harnett County in 2022. The process involved the Board of Commissioners, County staff, and the public to develop the strategic plan. Staff completed the Performance Management process to determine action plans for the key strategic actions. The process has continued in FY 2024 with phase four with the creation of business plans for each department to execute. The business plans were completed and approved by the County Manager with implementation occurring throughout the FY 2025 budget year and into the future. The budget provides for a new process to be initiated in FY 2026. The Rapid Process Improvement program will be implemented to break down the current process and determine where efficiencies can be achieved. The program will be facilitated by a consultant that I have utilized in the past two communities that I have worked in. The County contracted with Cloudwyze to install a fixed wireless broadband system in the area north of the Cape Fear River. The first phase is complete, and the second phase began in early 2024 with ARPA funding. The new system will provide a new and better option for access to broadband for many residents of Harnett County. Cloudwyze sold this project to Ripple Fiber to complete, and they have begun work on the design of this project. We spent a great deal of time projecting our revenues and expenses to ensure that we were as accurate as possible in determining our resources available and our funding needs. Departments were asked to justify any spending over Fiscal Year 2025 budgeted amounts and their requests were reviewed in detail by our budget team. We also continued breaking the budget into continuation and expansion funding requests. Continuation refers to funding needed for ongoing operations, while expansion requests are for new programs and positions. Each expansion request is separately justified by the director. You will see CONT (continuation) and EXP (expansion) columns in the budget summaries of the document. Any new request is also detailed separately, along with the cost to the County.HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 155 Budget MessageHarnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 19 Over the past few years, we have continued improving our Capital Improvements Program (CIP) process, and the Board of Commissioners adopted a CIP in December 2025. The improved process and early adoption meant that we were able to focus our time this spring on the operating budget. The proposed budget provides the funding needed for the schools, community college, and the departments to continue to provide the quality service and support that the citizens of Harnett County expect. The proposed budget provides increases necessary to operate our government and covers new expansion items related to keeping up with our growing County and operations. The tax levy rate will remain the same as last year in the proposed budget. I want to thank Central Carolina Community College, the Fire and EMS Departments, Harnett County Schools, and other community partners for their collaboration in developing the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. I want to thank the department directors for submitting their information and requests in a timely manner with well thought out justifications for their requests. I would love to meet all their requests, but unfortunately, we do not have the resources to do so. I also want to thank Assistant County Manager, Lisa McFadden, for all the countless hours she has spent preparing this budget for your consideration. We conducted a joint session with the Board of Education on April 29, 2025, to discuss their budget request. The presentation of budget details will be conducted on May 13, 2025, with a public hearing on the budget conducted on May 19, 2025. We will have the budget as a discussion item on the May 27, 2025 and June 2, 2025 meetings to address any concerns and answer any questions regarding the recommended budget. The final approval of the budget is scheduled for the June 16, 2025, meeting. We look forward to receiving your comments, questions, and direction over the next month regarding the proposed budget. Please contact Lisa or myself with your questions, and we will respond as quickly as possible. Respectfully, Brent Trout County Manager Harnett County HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 156 Budget Message20 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 157 Budget Process HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 158 22 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Budget ProcessHarnett County FY 2025-2026 Budget Calendar Deadline Actions Late September, 2024 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) training for departments September 23, 2024 Project Notification Form due to notify Manager of new projects or requests to move future to funded projects October 25, 2024 Forms due from departments for CIP projects December 2, 2024 Manager submits recommended CIP to the Board of Commissioners December 10, 2024 Work session on the recommended CIP December 10, 2024 Board of Commissioners Planning Meeting December 16, 2024 Hold public input session on the recommended CIP Late December, 2024 Work session on the recommended CIP (if needed) January 6, 2025 Board adopts CIP for FY 2026-2032 February 4, 2025 Budget kickoff and forms distributed to departments and agencies March 3, 2025 Budgets due from departments and agencies (except schools) April 29, 2025 Board of Commissioners and Board of Education Joint Session May 5, 2025 Manager submits recommended budget to Board of Commissioners and public May 13, 2025 Board of Commissioners holds budget work session May 15, 2025 Legal deadline for school budget submission May 19, 2025 Budget public hearing on recommended budget May 27, 2025 Board of Commissioners holds budget work session (if needed) June 2, 2025 Board of Commissioners holds budget work session (if needed) June 16, 2025 Board of Commissioners adopts budget for FY 2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 159 Budget Summary HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 160 24 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Budget suMMaryGeneral Fund Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TAXES - AD VALOREM 79,943,695 83,791,705 86,760,145 92,997,541 - 92,997,541 6,237,396 7% TAXES - SALES 28,878,721 30,207,511 30,003,000 32,020,000 - 32,020,000 2,017,000 7% TAXES - OTHER 1,536,644 1,660,195 1,300,000 1,600,000 - 1,600,000 300,000 23% RESTRICTED REVENUE 23,932,971 21,228,943 23,668,547 20,735,265 334,978 21,070,243 (2,598,304) (11%) RESTRICTED REVENUE (MEDICAID) 6,619,121 5,338,962 4,000,000 4,000,000 - 4,000,000 - -% SERVICE CHARGES 18,018,305 19,499,077 21,382,135 22,676,059 - 22,676,059 1,293,924 6% ENTERPRISE CHARGES 4,393 6,326 - - - - - -% FACILITY FEES 2,784 3,487 - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 2,244,812 343,210 1,112,035 1,052,063 - 1,052,063 (59,972) (5%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 1,274,238 1,955,863 12,613,365 8,042,036 - 8,042,036 (4,571,329) (36%) Total $ 162,455,684 $ 164,035,279 $ 180,839,227 $ 183,122,964 $ 334,978 $ 183,457,942 $ 2,618,715 1% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 66,296,035 78,018,104 87,045,639 90,971,107 1,183,537 92,154,644 5,109,005 6% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 1,773,607 2,115,237 1,452,317 1,408,510 62,500 1,471,010 18,693 1% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 4,342,796 4,649,971 5,547,661 5,558,681 32,866 5,591,547 43,886 1% CURRENT SERVICES 5,366,653 6,179,638 8,776,216 8,408,448 26,315 8,434,763 (341,453) (4%) FIXED CHARGES 14,830,133 14,363,191 18,946,158 19,566,396 697,339 20,263,735 1,317,577 7% CAPITAL OUTLAY 751,212 2,153,568 176,384 35,000 20,395 55,395 (120,989) (69%) CONTRACTS & GRANTS 4,250 3,596 16,895 5,000 - 5,000 (11,895) (70%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 766,008 661,218 2,195,971 722,545 303,231 1,025,776 (1,170,195) (53%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 27,336,394 18,017,337 17,474,721 12,824,700 - 12,824,700 (4,650,021) (27%) EDUCATION 27,679,321 29,937,603 32,757,070 32,807,070 3,338,731 36,145,801 3,388,731 10% DSS PROGRAMS 3,882,751 4,377,412 6,288,238 5,367,293 - 5,367,293 (920,945) (15%) WIOA PROGRAM - 55,920 156,957 118,278 - 118,278 (38,679) (25%) HEALTH 230,377 240,568 - - - - - -% TRANSPORTATION - - 5,000 - - - (5,000) (100%) PCARD ENCUMBRANCE - 29 - - - - - -% Total $ 153,259,537 $ 160,773,392 $ 180,839,227 $ 177,793,028 $ 5,664,914 $ 183,457,942 $ 2,618,715 1% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 161 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 25 Budget suMMaryGeneral Fund Revenue Revenue: FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended AD VALOREM TAXES - REAL 70,148,155 73,700,403 77,052,232 82,201,638 - 82,201,638 AD VALOREM TAXES - MOTOR VEHICLE 9,096,775 9,490,053 9,202,913 10,125,903 - 10,125,903 AVTAXES - REAL DELINQUENT 334,152 223,242 180,000 320,000 - 320,000 AD VALOREM TAXES - PENALTIES 364,613 378,007 325,000 350,000 - 350,000 ARTICLE 39 SALES TAX 9,453,612 9,980,577 10,403,000 10,570,000 - 10,570,000 ARTICLE 40 SALES TAX 8,888,477 9,045,591 9,000,000 9,630,000 - 9,630,000 ARTICLE 42 SALES TAX 4,113,807 4,311,528 4,100,000 4,590,000 - 4,590,000 ARTICLE 44 SALES TAX 6,422,825 6,869,815 6,500,000 7,230,000 - 7,230,000 EXCISE TAX 1,536,644 1,660,195 1,300,000 1,600,000 - 1,600,000 RESTRICTED - FEDERAL 17,751,494 17,894,653 19,466,177 18,347,575 334,978 18,682,553 RESTRICTED - STATE 6,145,809 3,252,007 4,074,550 2,387,690 - 2,387,690 RESTRICTED - LOCAL 35,668 50,103 62,000 - - - RESTRICTED - OTHER - 32,180 65,820 - - - MEDICAID HOLD HARMLESS 6,619,121 5,338,962 4,000,000 4,000,000 - 4,000,000 SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 16,096,979 16,835,779 15,868,235 17,162,089 - 17,162,089 SERVICE CHARGES - INDIRECT COST 1,560,659 1,557,267 1,422,070 1,422,070 - 1,422,070 SERVICE CHARGES - CONCESSIONS 110,666 94,831 91,830 91,900 - 91,900 SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 250,001 1,011,200 4,000,000 4,000,000 - 4,000,000 ENTR CHARGES - RETURNED CHECK 4,393 6,326 - - - - FACILITY FEES - ENERGY 2,784 3,487 - - - - SALE OF MATERIALS AND SCRAP 501 - - - - - SALE OF ASSETS 123,685 17,050 - - - - GAIN/LOSS ON ASSETS - (1,825,500) - - - - CONTRIBUTIONS AND DONATIONS 243,821 348,434 52,571 33,250 - 33,250 INSURANCE SETTLEMENT 194,263 159,744 110,156 - - - LEASE / RENT 150,184 155,550 71,250 81,450 - 81,450 OTHER REVENUE 1,532,358 1,487,932 878,058 937,363 - 937,363 TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL - - 38,200 - - - TRANSFERS FROM - SPECIAL REVENUE 1,274,238 95,803 - - - - TRANSFERS FROM - CAPITAL PROJECT - 1,860,060 85,145 - - - TRANSFERS FROM - CAPITAL RESERVE - - 1,013,720 - - - FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 11,476,300 8,042,036 - 8,042,036 Total Revenue $ 162,455,684 $ 164,035,279 $ 180,839,227 $ 183,122,964 $ 334,978 $ 183,457,942HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 162 Budget suMMary26 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 163 Culture & Recreation Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 164 28 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Arts Funding: The County receives funding for arts programs and passes that funding to other agencies that provide the programs. The budget is reduced by this amount because the arts funding varies, and the County is not certain of the amount it will receive. Once the amount is known, a budget amendment will be done to add these funds and the offsetting allocations. Cultural & Recreation Appropriation The funding in this budget includes pass-through amounts for state arts funding to towns and nonprofits in the County and a $150,000 annual appropriation to Campbell University for use of facilities. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 110,467 157,241 157,229 92,764 92,764 - 92,764 (64,465) (41%) Total 110,467 157,241 157,229 92,764 92,764 - 92,764 (64,465) (41%) Expenses FIXED CHARGES 260,466 157,241 457,229 242,764 242,764 - 242,764 (214,465) (47%) Total 260,466 157,241 457,229 242,764 242,764 - 242,764 (214,465) (47%) Net Cost $ 149,999 $ - $ 300,000 $ 150,000 $ 150,000 $ - $ 150,000 $ (150,000) (50%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 165 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 29 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund operating costs to implement an early literacy program to support the Library located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for operating expenses to implement the “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” library program to increase early literacy skills and school readiness in children ages 0-5 in Harnett County. In FY 2026, the Library will participate in the nationwide literacy challenge, encouraging children and their parents to read 1000 books together before Kindergarten. Collaborative reading activities increase children’s pre-reading and literacy skills, exposing them to heightened language proficiency and an expanded vocabulary. Research has consistently demonstrated that children who experience reading at home exhibit better readiness for school, setting the stage for continued academic success throughout their educational trajectory. Net Cost: $3,500. Fund a one-grade reclassification to support the Library located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for a one-grade reclassification of the Circulation Manager (grade 24) to Branch Manager IV (grade 25). The Circulation Manager position should be reclassified to a Branch Manager IV position to reflect increased leadership responsibilities due to recent consolidations and a new library branch. This move centralizes supervision of full-time programming staff under the Branch Manager, allowing the director to focus on administrative tasks across all eight locations. Standardizing system-wide procedures and policies with the main branch library further necessitates consistent Branch Manager Library – Main Branch The Library ‘s mission is to cultivate lifelong learning, empower individuals, and strengthen our community. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 345,369 220,395 229,190 221,007 221,007 - 221,007 (8,183) (4%) SERVICE CHARGES 22,381 26,116 23,376 27,350 27,350 - 27,350 3,974 17% ENTERPRISE CHARGES 7 - - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 1,477 518 1,292 - - - - (1,292) (100%) Total 369,234 247,029 253,858 248,357 248,357 - 248,357 (5,501) (2%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,344,497 1,614,033 1,899,362 62,083 1,900,310 5,777 1,906,087 6,725 0% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - 41,000 21,611 - - - - (21,611) (100%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 194,122 175,208 213,419 216,053 214,352 26,550 240,902 27,483 13% CURRENT SERVICES 88,801 100,081 102,674 119,418 118,818 3,500 122,318 19,644 19% FIXED CHARGES 91,285 110,446 229,714 254,911 259,856 - 259,856 30,142 13% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 17,649 6,358 12,537 4,410 4,410 - 4,410 (8,127) (65%) Total 1,736,354 2,047,126 2,479,317 656,875 2,497,746 35,827 2,533,573 54,256 2% Net Cost $ 1,367,120 $ 1,800,097 $ 2,225,459 $ 408,518 $ 2,249,389 $ 35,827 $ 2,285,216 $ 59,757 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 166 30 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal arealeadership at this level to ensure efficient operations and support expanded duties. Net Cost: $5,777. Fund operating costs to implement an inservice training program to support the Library located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for operating expenses to implement an annual inservice training program. The inservice training day embodies the Library’s new Strategic Plan’s values of connection, professional growth, and unified goals. It will provide consistent, high-quality training, improving staff knowledge, performance, and internal communication—key areas identified for improvement during strategic planning. This dedicated time for learning and collaboration will continue to strengthen the team and will enhance service delivery, teamwork, and communication to better serve our community. Net Cost: $4,050. Fund operating costs to increase the number of e-resources to support the Library located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for operating expenses to expand the Library’s e-resources to meet the growing demand. The library system uses Overdrive to provide e-resources. The current $3,000 annual ebook/audiobook budget per branch allows only ~42 titles due to the $70 average cost. Increasing the budget to $5,000 per branch (~$416 monthly) would significantly expand the digital collection and better meet patron demand. Increased funding would diversify the collection and reduce the 77-day average hold time. Net Cost: $22,500. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 167 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 31 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaLibrary – Angier Branch The Library‘s mission is to cultivate lifelong learning, empower individuals, and strengthen our community. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 1,880 - - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES 392 761 - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 167,094 85,502 5,218 - - - - (5,218) (100%) Total 169,366 86,263 5,218 - - - - (5,218) (100%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 169,505 218,661 234,831 35,248 243,359 - 243,359 8,528 4% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 30,235 33,038 45,340 45,484 44,601 - 44,601 (739) (2%) CURRENT SERVICES 7,141 5,504 11,826 14,172 14,172 - 14,172 2,346 20% FIXED CHARGES 2,295 2,537 10,216 9,316 9,316 - 9,316 (900) (9%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 2,561 4,302 6,062 3,335 3,335 - 3,335 (2,727) (45%) Total 211,737 264,042 308,275 107,555 314,783 - 314,783 6,508 2% Net Cost $ 42,371 $ 177,779 $ 303,057 $ 107,555 $ 314,783 $ - $ 314,783 $ 11,726 4% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 168 32 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support Benhaven Branch Library located at 2815 Olivia Road, Sanford: Provide funding to convert a part-time Library Program Specialist position to a full-time Library Program Specialist position (grade 16). The current part-time role limits our ability to adequately plan and deliver effective youth literacy and educational programs, hindering our service to Western Harnett families, who are our most frequent users (81% of circulation, 86.8% of program attendees). A full-time specialist would allow us to expand teen and homeschool programs, increase collaborations with Harnett County Schools, and offer more programming with dedicated preparation time. This would also improve employee retention, as the previous part-time specialist left for a full-time position with benefits, reducing future turnover costs. A full-time role would better meet the significant needs of our community. Net Cost: $25,958. Library - Benhaven Branch The Library‘s mission is to cultivate lifelong learning, empower individuals, and strengthen our community. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS - 85,229 158,084 16,559 163,136 25,958 189,094 31,010 20% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS - 11,270 37,092 38,923 38,644 - 38,644 1,552 4% CURRENT SERVICES - 16,927 20,748 17,789 17,789 - 17,789 (2,959) (14%) FIXED CHARGES - 6,738 8,060 7,670 7,670 - 7,670 (390) (5%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - 1,276 735 2,295 2,295 - 2,295 1,560 212% Total - 121,440 224,719 83,236 229,534 25,958 255,492 30,773 14% Net Cost $ - $ 121,440 $ 224,719 $ 83,236 $ 229,534 $ 25,958 $ 255,492 $ 30,773 14% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 169 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 33 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support Coats Branch Library located at 29 E Main Street, Coats: Provide funding to convert a part-time Library Program Specialist position to a full-time Library Program Specialist position (grade 16). The new full-time position will enhance customer service and library efficiency at Coats Library, which has experienced a 200% increase in patronage and a 440% growth in programs in 2024. A full-time position would allow dedicated focus on programming, cataloging, and administrative support, freeing the manager for strategic tasks. This increased capacity will improve program offerings, marketing, catalog management, and volunteer oversight, better serving patrons and supporting the library’s growth. The additional staff member would also alleviate current challenges of extended wait times for patron assistance, support recently extended hours (Tuesdays, Thursdays until 6:30 pm, and the second Saturday of each month), provide safer staffing during evening and Saturday hours, and allow for potential expansion of Saturday service. Net Cost: $25,958. Library - Coats Branch The Library‘s mission is to cultivate lifelong learning, empower individuals, and strengthen our community. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - 29 - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME - 36,043 114 - - - - (114) (100%) Total - 36,072 114 - - - - (114) (100%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 99,816 128,937 144,011 393 151,519 25,958 177,477 33,466 23% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 7,052 20,389 23,512 24,549 24,499 - 24,499 987 4% CURRENT SERVICES 5,222 5,294 12,191 11,665 11,665 - 11,665 (526) (4%) FIXED CHARGES 2,394 2,606 6,660 9,295 9,295 - 9,295 2,635 40% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 8,139 1,811 813 2,613 600 - 600 (213) (26%) Total 122,623 159,037 187,187 48,515 197,578 25,958 223,536 36,349 19% Net Cost $ 122,623 $ 122,965 $ 187,073 $ 48,515 $ 197,578 $ 25,958 $ 223,536 $ 36,463 19% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 170 34 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a part-time employee and operating costs to support Dunn Branch Library located at 110 E Divine Street, Dunn: Provide funding for a part-time Library Assistant position (grade 13). The new part-time position will work 29 hours per week at the front desk to improve patron interactions, including check-out/in, resource location, shelving, interlibrary loan assistance, and public computer/Wi-Fi help. Currently, single-staffing on Saturdays creates security concerns, impacts service quality, prevents weekend programming for working patrons, and results in costly comp time accrual. Hiring additional staff is financially sounder than paying overtime and would enhance weekend service and safety. Net Cost: $30,633. Library - Dunn Branch The Library‘s mission is to cultivate lifelong learning, empower individuals, and strengthen our community. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 1 3 - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME - 93,507 184 - - - - (184) (100%) Total 1 93,510 184 - - - - (184) (100%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 194,643 260,579 267,117 563 281,874 30,475 312,349 45,232 17% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 31,097 45,248 56,662 61,243 59,051 158 59,209 2,547 5% CURRENT SERVICES 6,374 9,699 17,432 16,980 16,980 - 16,980 (452) (3%) FIXED CHARGES 2,695 3,040 10,265 11,475 11,475 - 11,475 1,210 12% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 8,006 2,739 788 2,538 1,788 - 1,788 1,000 127% Total 242,815 321,305 352,264 92,799 371,168 30,633 401,801 49,537 14% Net Cost $ 242,814 $ 227,795 $ 352,080 $ 92,799 $ 371,168 $ 30,633 $ 401,801 $ 49,721 14% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 171 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 35 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund two part-time employees and operating costs to support Erwin Branch Library located at 110 W F Street, Erwin: Provide funding for two part-time Library Assistant positions (grade 13). The new part-time positions will work 19 hours per week at the front desk to manage a 59% increase in visitor traffic since fiscal year 2023-24. This staffing expansion is crucial to maintain service quality, meet growing demand, enhance customer service, expand program offerings, and provide necessary technology and educational support. Additionally, a reduction in hours of a current employee necessitates these new positions to avoid service shortages and reliance on other branches. Net Cost: $34,406. Library - Erwin Branch The Library‘s mission is to cultivate lifelong learning, empower individuals, and strengthen our community. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 1 3 - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME - 52,106 58 - - - - (58) (100%) Total 1 52,109 58 - - - - (58) (100%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 100,996 122,507 140,659 506 155,008 34,406 189,414 48,755 35% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 20,180 18,758 23,456 24,549 24,114 - 24,114 658 3% CURRENT SERVICES 6,713 7,137 14,670 16,505 16,505 - 16,505 1,835 13% FIXED CHARGES 2,438 2,703 8,360 8,970 8,970 - 8,970 610 7% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 2,418 1,355 814 2,314 2,100 - 2,100 1,286 158% PCARD ENCUMBRANCE - 20 - - - - - - -% Total 132,745 152,480 187,959 52,844 206,697 34,406 241,103 53,144 28% Net Cost $ 132,744 $ 100,371 $ 187,901 $ 52,844 $ 206,697 $ 34,406 $ 241,103 $ 53,202 28% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 172 36 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaParks & Recreation Parks and Recreation enhances the quality of life and nurtures the health and well-being of our community, economy and environment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 50,049 63,573 92,510 148,110 138,000 - 138,000 45,490 49% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 23,983 33,827 28,270 30,520 30,520 - 30,520 2,250 8% Total 74,032 97,400 120,780 178,630 168,520 - 168,520 47,740 40% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 900,734 1,130,247 1,249,261 181,820 1,316,815 14,546 1,331,361 82,100 7% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 5,944 8,385 16,960 12,590 18,590 7,000 25,590 8,630 51% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 112,823 126,747 158,229 152,512 153,412 - 153,412 (4,817) (3%) CURRENT SERVICES 69,444 89,031 116,578 124,599 160,599 - 160,599 44,021 38% FIXED CHARGES 372,752 397,236 589,901 594,109 594,110 - 594,110 4,209 1% CAPITAL OUTLAY 263 36,690 5,495 - - 20,395 20,395 14,900 271% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 42,227 48,213 39,391 36,320 36,320 - 36,320 (3,071) (8%) Total 1,504,187 1,836,549 2,175,815 1,101,950 2,279,846 41,941 2,321,787 145,972 7% Net Cost $ 1,430,155 $ 1,739,149 $ 2,055,035 $ 923,320 $ 2,111,326 $ 41,941 $ 2,153,267 $ 98,232 5% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 173 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 37 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund operating costs for Park Logo Development to support Parks and Recreation located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for operating expenses to hire a graphic designer to create unique logos for each Harnett County park to establish a cohesive and distinct brand identity, differentiating them from municipal parks. These logos will enhance memorability and be used across websites, marketing, social media, and future park signage. This initiative will showcase each park’s character and elevate the department’s visibility. Net Cost: $7,000. Fund operating costs for a Toro spraymaster to support Parks and Recreation-Ground Maintenance Division located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for capital expenses for a Toro spraymaster, which will be a more effective and efficient multi-use machine for spraying and spreading seeds, herbicides, and fertilizers for both Parks and Grounds. Our current spreader needs increasingly difficult-to-find replacement parts. The existing sprayer suffers from falling booms and inaccurate calibration, leading to wasted product and labor. The Toro offers a significant upgrade with a larger 60-gallon spray tank and 250 lb spreader capacity. The Toro’s two-in-one design improves hauling efficiency, allowing transport with two mowers on one trailer. Net Cost: $20,395. Fund a two-grade reclassification to support Parks and Recreation-Ground Maintenance Division located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify the Grounds Maintenance Technician I position (grade 15) to Grounds Maintenance Technician II (grade 17). The employee in the Grounds Maintenance Technician I role consistently performs the duties and responsibilities of a Grounds Maintenance Technician II. This individual’s 14+ years of lawn and landscape experience have been utilized to lead landscaping projects and provide project estimations, freeing up other staff for supervisory tasks. Their knowledge and abilities, exceeding the current position requirements, have significantly improved the county grounds. Net Cost: $6,198. Fund two salary adjustments to support Parks and Recreation-Ground Maintenance Division located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for a 5% special salary adjustment for a Parks Maintenance Technician I and a 5% special salary adjustment for an Administrative Assistant (grade 19). A 5% salary increase is requested for the Grounds Maintenance Technician for holding a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), which enables the operation of the dump truck for hauling landscape materials. While not required for their current role (Grounds Maintenance Technician I), a CDL is typically associated with the Parks Maintenance Technician II position. A 5% salary increase is requested for the Administrative Assistant due to the significant expansion of their role over the past three years. This individual has consistently taken on and manages responsibilities beyond the current job description, including Policy Development, Training Room and Facility Rentals/Use Management, Food Truck Program Management, Departmental Purchasing and Procurement lead, and managing access to the Administrative Suite. Net Cost: $8,348. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 174 culture & recreatIon FunctIonal area38 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 175 Economic & Physical Development Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 176 40 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 econoMIc & PhysIcal develoPMent FunctIonal areaCommunity Development Community Development’s mission is to seek activities, investments, funding, and partnerships that help provide basic services which make Harnett County communities more livable and sustainable by improving the quality of life for citizens. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS - - 75 150 150 - 150 75 100% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - - 10,000 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 - -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 49 61 92 100 100 - 100 8 9% CURRENT SERVICES 30 154 670 431 431 - 431 (239) (36%) FIXED CHARGES 100 100 103 100 100 - 100 (3) (3%) Total 179 315 10,940 10,781 10,781 - 10,781 (159) (1%) Net Cost $ 179 $ 315 $ 10,940 $ 10,781 $ 10,781 $ - $ 10,781 $ (159) (1%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 177 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 41 econoMIc & PhysIcal develoPMent FunctIonal areaCooperative Extension NC State Extension transforms science into everyday solutions for North Carolinians through programs and partnerships focused on agriculture and food, health and nutrition, and 4-H youth development. Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T helps people across the state lead better lives by finding solutions to their problems. We deliver educational programs and technology to enrich the lives, the land and the economy of North Carolina’s limited-resource individuals, families, and communities. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 3 15 - - - - - - -% Total 3 15 - - - - - - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 390,535 383,585 486,403 478,991 528,666 - 528,666 42,263 9% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 2,363 3,691 5,510 6,510 6,510 - 6,510 1,000 18% CURRENT SERVICES 2,843 2,232 4,310 3,190 3,190 - 3,190 (1,120) (26%) FIXED CHARGES 6,691 6,843 12,242 14,413 14,414 - 14,414 2,172 18% Total 402,432 396,351 508,465 503,104 552,780 - 552,780 44,315 9% Net Cost $ 402,429 $ 396,336 $ 508,465 $ 503,104 $ 552,780 $ - $ 552,780 $ 44,315 9% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 178 42 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 econoMIc & PhysIcal develoPMent FunctIonal areaCooperative Extension – Special Programs NC State Extension transforms science into everyday solutions for North Carolinians through programs and partnerships focused on agriculture and food, health and nutrition, and 4-H youth development. Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T helps people across the state lead better lives by finding solutions to their problems. We deliver educational programs and technology to enrich the lives, the land and the economy of North Carolina’s limited-resource individuals, families, and communities. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 76,013 78,718 35,749 28,246 29,621 - 29,621 (6,128) (17%) SERVICE CHARGES 17,621 9,780 37,560 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 (2,560) (7%) Total 93,634 88,498 73,309 63,246 64,621 - 64,621 (8,688) (12%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 71,021 77,667 24,427 22,776 24,463 - 24,463 36 0% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 14,294 19,347 39,067 36,507 36,507 - 36,507 (2,560) (7%) CURRENT SERVICES 4,311 2,042 585 863 983 - 983 398 68% FIXED CHARGES 2,474 2,561 2,809 2,668 2,668 - 2,668 (141) (5%) CAPITAL OUTLAY 22,450 - - - - - - - -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 11,221 144 6,950 - - - - (6,950) (100%) Total 125,771 101,761 73,838 62,814 64,621 - 64,621 (9,217) (12%) Net Cost $ 32,137 $ 13,263 $ 529 $ (432) $ - $ - $ - $ (529) (100%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 179 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 43 econoMIc & PhysIcal develoPMent FunctIonal areaDevelopment Services Development Services’ mission is to provide the citizens of Harnett County with exceptional customer service and ensure that development takes place in accordance with the goals and vision set forth by our elected officials and in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 800,598 459,896 726,678 675,000 726,678 - 726,678 - -% Total 800,598 459,896 726,678 675,000 726,678 - 726,678 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 905,182 1,050,237 1,118,744 11,600 1,185,066 - 1,185,066 66,322 6% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 13,750 10,000 154,000 119,000 119,000 - 119,000 (35,000) (23%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 7,245 7,416 11,250 11,950 12,250 - 12,250 1,000 9% CURRENT SERVICES 12,857 11,467 22,652 19,250 19,250 - 19,250 (3,402) (15%) FIXED CHARGES 94,345 102,569 149,533 200,908 161,708 - 161,708 12,175 8% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 480 2,051 8,333 5,000 5,000 - 5,000 (3,333) (40%) Total 1,033,859 1,183,740 1,464,512 367,708 1,502,274 - 1,502,274 37,762 3% Net Cost $ 233,261 $ 723,844 $ 737,834 $ (307,292) $ 775,596 $ - $ 775,596 $ 37,762 5% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 180 44 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 econoMIc & PhysIcal develoPMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a two-grade reclassification to support the Building Inspections Division of Development Services located at 420 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify Central Permitting Technician (grade 19) to Senior Central Permitting Technician (grade 21). The reclassification is requested because of increased duties and responsibilities. This position directs Permitting and Development Technicians, providing customer service for the Development Services Department. Duties include: training staff, improving work procedures, resolving complex cases, and performing permit technician duties (answering inquiries, processing applications, interpreting documents, compiling reports, and collecting fees). Net Cost: $6,159. Development Services — Building Inspections Division Development Services’ mission is to provide the citizens of Harnett County with exceptional customer service and ensure that development takes place in accordance with the goals and vision set forth by our elected officials and in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 1,807,110 2,198,844 1,938,322 2,275,231 2,275,231 - 2,275,231 336,909 17% Total 1,807,110 2,198,844 1,938,322 2,275,231 2,275,231 - 2,275,231 336,909 17% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 939,191 1,147,947 1,334,996 - 1,496,825 6,159 1,502,984 167,988 13% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 26,320 24,746 39,670 41,670 41,670 - 41,670 2,000 5% CURRENT SERVICES 24,583 24,501 31,475 36,995 36,895 - 36,895 5,420 17% FIXED CHARGES 54,652 76,538 141,875 170,049 170,049 - 170,049 28,174 20% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 1,416 2,193 5,400 4,400 3,800 - 3,800 (1,600) (30%) Total 1,046,162 1,275,925 1,553,416 253,114 1,749,239 6,159 1,755,398 201,982 13% Net Cost $ (760,948) $ (922,919) $ (384,906) $ (2,022,117) $ (525,992) $ 6,159 $ (519,833) $ (134,927) 35% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 181 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 45 econoMIc & PhysIcal develoPMent FunctIonal areaWorkforce Development (WIA) This fund accounts for grant funds used to provide job placement and education opportunities to eligible participants in Harnett County. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 500,263 368,619 710,483 1,266,172 633,086 - 633,086 (77,397) (11%) Total 500,263 368,619 710,483 1,266,172 633,086 - 633,086 (77,397) (11%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 403,463 313,552 755,779 2,688 434,982 - 434,982 (320,797) (42%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 680 576 3,996 6,792 3,396 - 3,396 (600) (15%) CURRENT SERVICES 8,811 7,600 14,616 29,232 14,616 - 14,616 - -% FIXED CHARGES 19,904 10,523 61,814 123,628 61,814 - 61,814 - -% INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - 24,195 - - - - - - -% WIOA PROGRAM 67,686 55,920 156,957 236,556 118,278 - 118,278 (38,679) (25%) Total 500,544 412,366 993,162 398,896 633,086 - 633,086 (360,076) (36%) Net Cost $ 281 $ 43,747 $ 282,679 $ (867,276) $ - $ - $ - $ (282,679) (100%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 182 46 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 econoMIc & PhysIcal develoPMent FunctIonal areaEconomic Development Harnett County Economic Development provides a comprehensive approach for target sector business recruitment, retention, and expansion. Program initiatives seek to develop business parks, create speculative building partnerships, foster relationships with businesses, and support advocacy and marketing efforts to position Harnett County for quality jobs and investment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 399,432 499,537 557,559 10,000 587,989 - 587,989 30,430 5% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 21,658 16,500 30,840 194,190 99,340 - 99,340 68,500 222% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 2,851 4,131 8,950 8,500 8,000 - 8,000 (950) (11%) CURRENT SERVICES 38,154 49,700 122,133 137,378 137,378 - 137,378 15,245 12% FIXED CHARGES 421,550 438,930 457,325 457,077 456,873 - 456,873 (452) (0%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 58 - 300 300 300 - 300 - -% Total 883,703 1,008,798 1,177,107 807,445 1,289,880 - 1,289,880 112,773 10% Net Cost $ 883,703 $ 1,008,798 $ 1,177,107 $ 807,445 $ 1,289,880 $ - $ 1,289,880 $ 112,773 10% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 183 Education Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 184 48 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 educatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Difference between FY 2025 and FY 2026: The recommended FY 2026 budget includes capital funding of $150,000, which includes: >Replacement/conversion of a boiler >Replacement of an HVAC controller >Ventilation system >Additional maintenance projects such as parking lot restriping, interior and exterior painting, replacing light fixtures, upgrading fire alarms, and upgrading handicapped access doors Central Carolina Community College Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses EDUCATION 1,557,732 1,636,094 1,952,464 - 2,002,464 338,731 2,341,195 388,731 20% Total 1,557,732 1,636,094 1,952,464 - 2,002,464 338,731 2,341,195 388,731 20% Net Cost $ 1,557,732 $ 1,636,094 $ 1,952,464 $ - $ 2,002,464 $ 338,731 $ 2,341,195 $ 388,731 20% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 185 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 49 educatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes The recommended funding: >Provides expansion funding for Harnett County Schools’ discretion ($3,000,000). >The total current expense appropriation budgeted for Fiscal Year 2026 will provide a per pupil funding of $1,526.51, which is an increase of $110.34 per student. Harnett County Schools must share with charter schools on a per-student basis. (The total number of students is based on HCS second-month average daily membership (ADM) of 19,897 students and an estimated 2,248 charter school students.) >Provides funding for maintenance projects, in accordance with the Approved FY 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program. These funds are budgeted in the Board of Education Capital Reserve. >Capital outlay spending, budgeted in the Board of Education Capital Reserve, remains at FY 2025 levels. (School systems do not share capital outlay funds with charter schools.) Harnett County Schools Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses EDUCATION 26,121,589 28,301,509 30,804,606 - 30,804,606 3,000,000 33,804,606 3,000,000 10% Total 26,121,589 28,301,509 30,804,606 - 30,804,606 3,000,000 33,804,606 3,000,000 10% Net Cost $ 26,121,589 $ 28,301,509 $ 30,804,606 $ - $ 30,804,606 $ 3,000,000 $ 33,804,606 $ 3,000,000 10% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 186 educatIon FunctIonal area50 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 187 Environmental Protection Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 188 52 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 envIronMental ProtectIon FunctIonal areaEnvironmental Protection Allocation This allocation reflects the County’s support of the Beaver Management Program. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses FIXED CHARGES 11,900 11,900 12,000 12,000 12,000 - 12,000 - -% Total 11,900 11,900 12,000 12,000 12,000 - 12,000 - -% Net Cost $ 11,900 $ 11,900 $ 12,000 $ 12,000 $ 12,000 $ - $ 12,000 $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 189 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 53 envIronMental ProtectIon FunctIonal areaNC Forest Service The mission of NC Forest Service is to protect, manage and promote forest resources for the citizens of North Carolina. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses FIXED CHARGES 132,588 151,180 149,122 - 141,907 - 141,907 (7,215) (5%) Total 132,588 151,180 149,122 - 141,907 - 141,907 (7,215) (5%) Net Cost $ 132,588 $ 151,180 $ 149,122 $ - $ 141,907 $ - $ 141,907 $ (7,215) (5%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 190 54 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 envIronMental ProtectIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund two reclassifications and a salary adjustment to support Soil & Water Conservation District located at 126 Alexander Drive, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify Administrative Support Specialist I (grade 13) to Administrative Support Specialist III (grade 16), Agriculture Cost Share Technician (grade 17) to Natural Resource Conservationist I (grade 19), and a 5% salary adjustment for the Natural Resources Conservationist. Staff roles have evolved significantly due to the addition of four NCDA/ USDA cost-share programs (securing $3.25 million since FY 2022) and the Administrative Support Specialist taking on Keep Harnett Beautiful. To accurately represent these expanded responsibilities and improve employee retention, reclassification is requested for the Administrative Support Specialist and the Agriculture Cost Share Technical position (now supporting broader conservation and grant facilitation). Net Cost: $22,258. Soil & Water Conservation District The mission of Soil & Water Conservation District is to promote voluntary, incentive-driven natural resources management along with providing conservation education to both youth and adults in order to foster an appreciation of our County’s abundant natural resources and agricultural assets. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 24,642 - 24,642 24,642 24,642 - 24,642 - -% Total 24,642 - 24,642 24,642 24,642 - 24,642 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 275,445 303,228 320,253 300 343,983 22,258 366,241 45,988 14% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 5,365 7,222 9,500 9,700 9,700 - 9,700 200 2% CURRENT SERVICES 9,250 6,559 11,030 16,528 16,528 - 16,528 5,498 50% FIXED CHARGES 5,789 9,940 23,695 25,497 25,601 - 25,601 1,906 8% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - 2,021 1,500 1,500 1,500 - 1,500 - -% Total 295,849 328,970 365,978 53,525 397,312 22,258 419,570 53,592 15% Net Cost $ 271,207 $ 328,970 $ 341,336 $ 28,883 $ 372,670 $ 22,258 $ 394,928 $ 53,592 16% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 191 General Government Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 192 56 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund operating costs for Language Services to support all county agencies and departments. Harnett County currently lacks dedicated language services to ensure inclusivity within the community. Several departments have expressed the need for Spanish translations to better serve our growing Spanish-speaking population; however, the County does not have the resources to provide this service. The goal is to contract with a structured language service to help Harnett County effectively engage and support an underrepresented segment of our community. Net Cost: $10,000. Fund operating costs to implement a mobile application to support the County Manager’s Office located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for operating expenses for the creation of a mobile app to offer citizens another convenient way to access county information and services. This initiative is supported by overwhelming resident feedback from a recent survey indicating a desire for such an app. Net Cost: $20,000. Fund operating costs to implement a rapid process improvement program to support the County Manager’s Office located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for operating expenses to contract with a consultant to implement a rapid process improvement program. This initiative is designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of county programs through a consultant-led process of evaluating and refining workflows, utilizing staff expertise and data analysis. Net Cost: $40,000. Administration Administration’s mission is to implement policies adopted by the Board of Commissioners and ensure the effectiveness of county departments within legal requirements, best management practices, and efficient management of financial resources. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 174,943 174,943 174,943 - 174,943 - 174,943 - -% Total 174,943 174,943 174,943 - 174,943 - 174,943 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 944,251 1,180,268 1,280,383 54,800 1,344,682 - 1,344,682 64,299 5% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 37,905 37,441 40,950 40,750 39,750 50,000 89,750 48,800 119% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 3,218 3,224 2,755 6,350 6,350 - 6,350 3,595 130% CURRENT SERVICES 48,108 75,217 84,189 103,405 86,625 - 86,625 2,436 3% FIXED CHARGES 27,216 74,696 88,314 87,068 107,068 20,000 127,068 38,754 44% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - 814 795 515 1,515 - 1,515 720 91% Total 1,060,698 1,371,660 1,497,386 292,888 1,585,990 70,000 1,655,990 158,604 11% Net Cost $ 885,755 $ 1,196,717 $ 1,322,443 $ 292,888 $ 1,411,047 $ 70,000 $ 1,481,047 $ 158,604 12% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 193 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 57 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund operating costs for Election Worker pay increases to support the Board of Elections located at 200 Alexander Drive, Lillington: Provide funding to increase election worker pay by $15.00 per position per day. This increase will improve recruitment, retention, and election quality. Net Cost: $31,621. Board of Elections The Harnett County Board of Elections is dedicated to conducting honest, fair, and impartial elections, pledging the highest level of integrity for the voters and citizens of Harnett County. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 22 47,429 - 40,000 40,000 - 40,000 40,000 -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 5 4,057 - 4,000 4,000 - 4,000 4,000 -% Total 27 51,486 - 44,000 44,000 - 44,000 44,000 -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 445,058 429,161 420,146 29,725 474,154 - 474,154 54,008 13% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 8,303 21,259 11,852 23,200 23,200 - 23,200 11,348 96% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 9,318 8,341 18,982 15,700 13,700 - 13,700 (5,282) (28%) CURRENT SERVICES 57,237 77,111 129,819 115,980 115,980 - 115,980 (13,839) (11%) FIXED CHARGES 41,819 248,143 278,771 456,599 456,599 31,621 488,220 209,449 75% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 1,064 18,469 17,126 - 2,000 - 2,000 (15,126) (88%) Total 562,799 802,484 876,696 641,204 1,085,633 31,621 1,117,254 240,558 27% Net Cost $ 562,772 $ 750,998 $ 876,696 $ 597,204 $ 1,041,633 $ 31,621 $ 1,073,254 $ 196,558 22% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 194 58 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund two temporary, part-time positions to support the Clerk of Court located at 301 W Cornelius Harnett Blvd, Lillington: Provide funding for two temporary, part-time Administrative Support Specialist III positions (grade 13) and operating expenses, such as office supplies. During the implementation of eCourts, reduced internet speed and lagging in the system were significant issues causing many delays in courts and services to the public. These two temporary, part-time positions will provide customer service to our citizens by directing the public to specific divisions within the courthouse and other county agencies, provide documents needed for court filings, assist with computer access, provide public record requests, perform limited estate intake, answer phones and many other administrative functions, as we address our backlog. Net Cost: $28,670. Clerk of Court The mission of the Clerk of Court is to provide accessible justice to the citizens and residents of Harnett County and surrounding communities so that the rights and liberties of all people are protected, as guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States and North Carolina. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE - 51,860 - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES 168,099 92,101 205,000 205,000 205,000 - 205,000 - -% Total 168,099 143,961 205,000 205,000 205,000 - 205,000 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS - 1,500 - 1,500 1,500 28,670 30,170 30,170 -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 7,009 8,742 14,700 21,200 15,000 - 15,000 300 2% FIXED CHARGES 7,977 8,890 10,195 32,427 33,627 - 33,627 23,432 230% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 2,728 26,228 28,920 31,320 32,620 - 32,620 3,700 13% Total 17,714 45,360 53,815 86,447 82,747 28,670 111,417 57,602 107% Net Cost $ (150,385) $ (98,601) $ (151,185) $ (118,553) $ (122,253) $ 28,670 $ (93,583) $ 57,602 (38%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 195 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 59 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund three one-grade reclassification to support Facilities Maintenance located at 420 Alexander Drive, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor position (grade 23) to Facilities Maintenance Manager position (grade 24), Facility Maintenance Technician II (grade 19) to Facility Maintenance Technician III (grade 20), and Facility Maintenance Technician I (grade 18) to Facility Maintenance Technician II (grade 19). Reclassifying the Maintenance Supervisor to a Maintenance Manager is justified by the increased responsibilities, higher-level decision- making, and strategic planning required for maintenance operations. This reclassification reflects the need for stronger leadership in optimizing maintenance efficiency, managing larger teams, improving asset reliability, and controlling costs. Reclassifying the Maintenance Technician II to a Maintenance Technician III is justified by the increased technical expertise, expanded job responsibilities, and higher level of problem-solving required. This reclassification acknowledges the employee’s advanced skills, ability to work independently on complex maintenance tasks, and contribution to improving equipment reliability and operational efficiency. Reclassifying the Maintenance Technician I to a Maintenance Technician II is justified by the employee’s demonstrated growth in skills, increased responsibility, and ability to perform more complex maintenance tasks with less supervision. Net Cost: $11,338. Fund operating costs for a new vehicle to support Facilities Maintenance located at 420 Alexander Drive, Lillington: Provide funding for a new custodian vehicle to support the Facilities Maintenance Department. The new vehicle will provide operational efficiency, workload distribution, and improved service coverage. Currently, two vans are shared between Facilities - Maintenance Facilities - Maintenance’s mission is to maintain a pleasant and appealing physical appearance of all Harnett County public facilities, while keeping them in the best operational condition possible. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 26,686 23,956 19,117 - 19,117 - 19,117 - -% FACILITY FEES 2,784 3,487 - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 76,005 79,541 - - - - - - -% Total 105,475 106,984 19,117 - 19,117 - 19,117 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 855,177 1,003,046 1,138,340 - 1,080,532 11,338 1,091,870 (46,470) (4%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 177,589 225,283 240,999 160,379 250,379 1,800 252,179 11,180 5% CURRENT SERVICES 2,231,349 2,550,029 2,572,161 2,338,020 2,540,127 500 2,540,627 (31,534) (1%) FIXED CHARGES 125,468 145,417 335,855 282,344 305,394 4,500 309,894 (25,961) (8%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 9,448 16,843 10,671 10,500 10,500 - 10,500 (171) (2%) Total 3,399,031 3,940,618 4,298,026 2,791,243 4,186,932 18,138 4,205,070 (92,956) (2%) Net Cost $ 3,293,556 $ 3,833,634 $ 4,278,909 $ 2,791,243 $ 4,167,815 $ 18,138 $ 4,185,953 $ (92,956) (2%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 196 60 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areafour employees, limiting flexibility and responsiveness to custodial needs across multiple locations. A new vehicle will allow better task allocation, reduce delays, and enhance productivity by ensuring each team has reliable transportation. The new vehicle will become part of the county’s fleet renewal program. Net Cost: $6,800. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 197 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 61 general governMent FunctIonal areaFacilities - Projects Facilities - Projects’ mission is to manage capital and major construction projects, ensuring high-quality public facilities that meet the present and future needs of Harnett County. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS - - - 600 136,983 - 136,983 136,983 -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS - - - 17,200 17,200 - 17,200 17,200 -% CURRENT SERVICES - - - 112,021 112,021 - 112,021 112,021 -% FIXED CHARGES - - - 11,449 11,449 - 11,449 11,449 -% Total - - - 141,270 277,653 - 277,653 277,653 -% Net Cost $ - $ - $ - $ 141,270 $ 277,653 $ - $ 277,653 $ 277,653 -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 198 62 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a two-grade reclassification to support the Finance Office located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify the Procurement Specialist (grade 24) to Procurement Administrator (grade 26). Reclassifying the Procurement Specialist position to Procurement Administrator will streamline the coordination and monitoring of a larger portion of Harnett Regional Water’s (HRW) procurement functions. This enhanced efficiency will allow the leadership team to focus on other strategic initiatives required to meet the demands of our growing county. Net Cost: $12,108. Finance The Finance Office maintains the accounting records of the County in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and the regulations of the local government commission. The department is responsible for pre-auditing and disbursing all funds in strict compliance with the general statutes, the budget ordinance, and each project ordinance. The department is also responsible for investing the County’s idle funds and keeping the Board of Commissioners informed of the County’s financial condition. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 338,735 307,227 286,005 - 286,005 - 286,005 - -% ENTERPRISE CHARGES 75 50 - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 1,828 18,177 - - - - - - -% Total 340,638 325,454 286,005 - 286,005 - 286,005 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,312,888 1,573,204 1,628,734 3,800 1,810,542 12,108 1,822,650 193,916 12% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 131,725 169,985 159,550 248,550 233,550 - 233,550 74,000 46% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 5,889 10,357 8,863 9,684 5,934 - 5,934 (2,929) (33%) CURRENT SERVICES 30,118 49,977 61,313 73,900 67,763 - 67,763 6,450 11% FIXED CHARGES 51,162 87,386 126,212 150,334 140,254 - 140,254 14,042 11% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 1,662 3,534 4,650 7,073 - - - (4,650) (100%) Total 1,533,444 1,894,443 1,989,322 493,341 2,258,043 12,108 2,270,151 280,829 14% Net Cost $ 1,192,806 $ 1,568,989 $ 1,703,317 $ 493,341 $ 1,972,038 $ 12,108 $ 1,984,146 $ 280,829 16% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 199 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 63 general governMent FunctIonal areaFleet Maintenance Fleet’s mission is to maintain a pleasant and appealing physical appearance of all Harnett County fleet vehicles, while keeping them in the best operational condition possible. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 689,020 722,811 942,707 928,957 928,957 - 928,957 (13,750) (1%) MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 76,589 160,385 92,396 - - - - (92,396) (100%) Total 765,609 883,196 1,035,103 928,957 928,957 - 928,957 (106,146) (10%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 314,140 354,906 379,657 1,200 399,024 - 399,024 19,367 5% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 300,962 362,701 418,652 370,374 370,374 - 370,374 (48,278) (12%) CURRENT SERVICES 208,468 361,784 359,258 334,218 334,218 - 334,218 (25,040) (7%) FIXED CHARGES 7,376 22,390 15,737 16,412 16,413 - 16,413 676 4% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 10,192 6,757 12,000 12,000 12,000 - 12,000 - -% Total 841,138 1,108,538 1,185,304 734,204 1,132,029 - 1,132,029 (53,275) (4%) Net Cost $ 75,529 $ 225,342 $ 150,201 $ (194,753) $ 203,072 $ - $ 203,072 $ 52,871 35% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 200 64 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areaGeneral Services General Services is the central management office for several programs and services of Harnett County. These programs include Animal Services, Community Development, Juvenile Restitution and Community Service Program, and Transportation (HARTS). Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 247,957 271,310 287,001 1,404 303,056 - 303,056 16,055 6% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 26 61 105 100 100 - 100 (5) (5%) CURRENT SERVICES 119 216 265 265 225 - 225 (40) (15%) FIXED CHARGES 1,004 1,176 9,591 9,502 13,487 - 13,487 3,896 41% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 2,917 - - 1,000 1,000 - 1,000 1,000 -% Total 252,023 272,763 296,962 12,271 317,868 - 317,868 20,906 7% Net Cost $ 252,023 $ 272,763 $ 296,962 $ 12,271 $ 317,868 $ - $ 317,868 $ 20,906 7% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 201 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 65 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes The budget recommends increasing the annual salaries of the Harnett County Board of Commissioners – the first adjustment in at least three years – to align with comparable surrounding counties. Current annual salaries are: Commissioner ($11,354), Vice-Chair ($12,158), and Board Chair ($12,969). The recommended budget includes the following increases: >Commissioner: To $15,000 annually. >Vice-Chair: To $15,570 annually. >Board Chair: To $16,500 annually. Net Cost: $19,635 Governing Board The Harnett County Board of Commissioners is the governing body for the entire county. Responsibilities include overseeing the budget, zoning and planning issues, promoting growth, and improving the quality of life for citizens of Harnett County. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 10,652 13,585 - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES 154,901 154,901 140,819 - 140,819 - 140,819 - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 307 - - - - - - - -% Total 165,860 168,486 140,819 - 140,819 - 140,819 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 260,352 285,943 294,943 37,000 301,219 19,635 320,854 25,911 9% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 99,668 146,900 141,000 84,000 84,000 - 84,000 (57,000) (40%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 11,134 7,938 15,100 14,100 14,100 - 14,100 (1,000) (7%) CURRENT SERVICES 14,854 18,845 16,295 19,195 21,635 - 21,635 5,340 33% FIXED CHARGES 460,689 138,935 152,215 131,290 175,494 - 175,494 23,279 15% Total 846,697 598,561 619,553 285,585 596,448 19,635 616,083 (3,470) (1%) Net Cost $ 680,837 $ 430,075 $ 478,734 $ 285,585 $ 455,629 $ 19,635 $ 475,264 $ (3,470) (1%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 202 66 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund one full-time position to support Human Resources located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for one full-time Human Resources Generalist (grade 24) and operating expenses, such as office supplies. This position will focus on proactive recruitment efforts, including representing the County at local job fairs, high school career days, community colleges, and the local military base, as well as managing social media and Indeed and LinkedIn recruiting efforts. Additionally, the position will play a key role in employee follow up and retention. Having a dedicated staff member to focus on retention initiatives can help reduce turnover and improve our return on investment. The HR Generalist will also support other HR functions, such as reporting, processing FMLA/ADA/leave requests, and conducting retirement meetings. Net Cost: $84,301. Human Resources The mission of the Human Resource Department is to attract, retain, and develop employees who will strive for excellence in service, be committed to growth and prosperity, and are willing to invest themselves in order to improve the quality of life in Harnett County. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 102,355 102,355 97,481 - 97,481 - 97,481 - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 54 - - - - - - - -% Total 102,409 102,355 97,481 - 97,481 - 97,481 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 429,566 498,229 523,883 600 551,814 83,902 635,716 111,833 21% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 58,392 15,385 17,365 18,233 41,233 - 41,233 23,868 137% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 22,293 26,841 38,877 39,797 39,797 100 39,897 1,020 3% CURRENT SERVICES 4,002 9,116 59,428 49,082 49,082 - 49,082 (10,346) (17%) FIXED CHARGES 361,929 407,120 32,949 34,309 34,309 299 34,608 1,659 5% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 6,393 - - - - - - - -% Total 882,575 956,691 672,502 142,021 716,235 84,301 800,536 128,034 19% Net Cost $ 780,166 $ 854,336 $ 575,021 $ 142,021 $ 618,754 $ 84,301 $ 703,055 $ 128,034 22% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 203 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 67 general governMent FunctIonal areaInformation Technology The Information Technology (IT) Department is responsible for all technology aspects of Harnett County. The IT Department is specifically responsible for hardware and software support, training,maintaining email and Internet access, system installation, networking, and centralized purchasing of computer- related items. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 297,178 352,474 340,689 36,000 196,689 - 196,689 (144,000) (42%) ENTERPRISE CHARGES 25 - - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 646 - - - - - - - -% Total 297,849 352,474 340,689 36,000 196,689 - 196,689 (144,000) (42%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,524,096 1,691,279 1,781,316 22,100 1,874,795 - 1,874,795 93,479 5% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 15,692 22,647 23,725 23,850 24,250 - 24,250 525 2% CURRENT SERVICES 64,300 97,773 69,580 72,000 58,770 - 58,770 (10,810) (16%) FIXED CHARGES 955,829 1,025,829 250,694 196,385 196,385 - 196,385 (54,309) (22%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 57,508 512 500 500 500 - 500 - -% Total 2,617,425 2,838,040 2,125,815 314,835 2,154,700 - 2,154,700 28,885 1% Net Cost $ 2,319,576 $ 2,485,566 $ 1,785,126 $ 278,835 $ 1,958,011 $ - $ 1,958,011 $ 172,885 10% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 204 68 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areaInformation Technology - GIS Harnett County GIS, a division of the IT Department, delivers efficient, high-quality data and analytics to County agencies, the public, and our regional partners, to meet the needs of Harnett County government and the communities we serve. The core value of GIS is to provide services that are accurate, consistent, accessible, affordable, and comprehensive. GIS also provides addresses, road signs, 911 communication tower maintenance, and mapping. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 105,345 113,795 96,409 32,000 102,409 - 102,409 6,000 6% Total 105,345 113,795 96,409 32,000 102,409 - 102,409 6,000 6% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 717,252 790,413 839,738 2,400 863,426 - 863,426 23,688 3% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 29,913 39,618 41,700 41,700 41,600 - 41,600 (100) (0%) CURRENT SERVICES 4,903 3,000 13,560 12,490 12,490 - 12,490 (1,070) (8%) FIXED CHARGES 58,091 166,443 191,120 201,670 201,670 - 201,670 10,550 6% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 649 - 1,000 1,000 - - - (1,000) (100%) Total 810,808 999,474 1,087,118 259,260 1,119,186 - 1,119,186 32,068 3% Net Cost $ 705,463 $ 885,679 $ 990,709 $ 227,260 $ 1,016,777 $ - $ 1,016,777 $ 26,068 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 205 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 69 general governMent FunctIonal areaInsurance - Property & Liability This fund accounts for the activity associated with the County’s property and liability insurance. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses FIXED CHARGES - - 336,230 438,169 438,169 - 438,169 101,939 30% Total - - 336,230 438,169 438,169 - 438,169 101,939 30% Net Cost $ - $ - $ 336,230 $ 438,169 $ 438,169 $ - $ 438,169 $ 101,939 30% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 206 70 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support the Legal Department located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for one full-time Risk Management and Safety Manager position (grade 26) and operating expenses, such as computer, training, and office supplies. This new position will develop and administer the county’s risk management program (insurance, worker’s compensation, safety), advise on risk management across all county entities, examine claims, manage insurance, and oversee safety initiatives. The position requires deep expertise in the legal and regulatory aspects of insurance, OSHA, and worker’s compensation, making the Legal Department the most strategic placement for effective risk mitigation and legal compliance. Net Cost: $110,479. Legal Services Harnett County Department of Legal Services provides legal services for Harnett County Government. The Legal Department advises and represents the County in all legal matters except in situations where certain county departments have their own counsel and unusual situations where it is determined to be in the best interest of the County to retain outside counsel. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 209,093 209,093 167,274 - 167,274 - 167,274 - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME - 1,364 - - - - - - -% Total 209,093 210,457 167,274 - 167,274 - 167,274 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 341,987 535,584 573,976 4,420 604,435 104,593 709,028 135,052 24% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 11,688 11,862 25,000 25,000 20,000 - 20,000 (5,000) (20%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 857 1,631 1,940 1,940 1,940 200 2,140 200 10% CURRENT SERVICES 4,818 5,680 10,264 11,604 11,604 4,686 16,290 6,026 59% FIXED CHARGES 10,518 13,713 23,100 24,518 24,518 1,000 25,518 2,418 10% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - 3,404 - - - - - - -% Total 369,868 571,874 634,280 67,482 662,497 110,479 772,976 138,696 22% Net Cost $ 160,775 $ 361,417 $ 467,006 $ 67,482 $ 495,223 $ 110,479 $ 605,702 $ 138,696 30% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 207 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 71 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a one-grade reclassification and a salary adjustment to support the Register of Deeds located at 305 W Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify Register of Deeds Deputy I position (grade 16) to Register of Deeds Deputy II position (grade 17) and to implement a 2% special salary adjustment. Reclassifying the Deputy I to a Deputy II position is justified by the additional duties and NCARD certification being obtained. The special salary adjustment is requested for a Register of Deeds Deputy I who consistently delivers exceptional customer service, creating a positive and welcoming environment for all citizens interacting with our office. Public feedback reflects the outstanding service provided by this role. This individual’s dedication extends beyond daily duties to include participation in community events and a proactive approach to learning additional responsibilities within the Real Estate division. Net cost: $6,357. Register of Deeds The Register of Deeds is Harnett County’s elected official custodian and manager of public records. Assuring public record integrity and accessibility is an important public function. A number of North Carolina General Statutes directly affect record maintenance and access. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TAXES - OTHER 1,536,644 1,660,195 1,300,000 1,600,000 1,600,000 - 1,600,000 300,000 23% SERVICE CHARGES 648,564 664,016 600,000 725,000 625,000 - 625,000 25,000 4% ENTERPRISE CHARGES 25 25 - - - - - - -% Total 2,185,233 2,324,236 1,900,000 2,325,000 2,225,000 - 2,225,000 325,000 17% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 659,624 781,020 820,721 15,000 863,553 6,357 869,910 49,189 6% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - - 200 - - - - (200) (100%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 4,199 4,832 5,650 6,000 5,500 - 5,500 (150) (3%) CURRENT SERVICES 14,968 12,030 16,315 21,255 19,955 - 19,955 3,640 22% FIXED CHARGES 88,354 96,380 99,350 46,720 44,920 - 44,920 (54,430) (55%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 4,645 2,132 21,900 4,500 4,500 - 4,500 (17,400) (79%) Total 771,790 896,394 964,136 93,475 938,428 6,357 944,785 (19,351) (2%) Net Cost $ (1,413,443) $ (1,427,842) $ (935,864) $ (2,231,525) $ (1,286,572) $ 6,357 $ (1,280,215) $ (344,351) 37% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 208 72 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 general governMent FunctIonal areaRetiree Health Insurance The Retiree Health Insurance Fund is used to account for revenues and expenses associated with post-employment medical benefits and Medicare supplement reimbursements for eligible county retirees as directed by the County’s Personnel Ordinance. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 919,465 929,999 956,573 - 974,992 - 974,992 18,419 2% Total 919,465 929,999 956,573 - 974,992 - 974,992 18,419 2% Net Cost $ 919,465 $ 929,999 $ 956,573 $ - $ 974,992 $ - $ 974,992 $ 18,419 2% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 209 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 73 general governMent FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support the Tax Department located at 305 W Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington: Provide funding for one full-time Tax Program Assistant position (grade 16) and operating expenses, such as computer, training, and office supplies. This position is needed to handle phone calls, walk-ins, email requests, deed stamping, and military vehicle exemptions. The Tax Department receives between 7,000 and 8,000 emails each year that this position will answer or route to the appropriate staff member. This position will also assist in collecting delinquent taxes that have resulted in increasing the overall tax collection rate by 0.28%. Net Cost: $61,291. Fund a reclassification to support the Tax Department located at 305 W Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify Tax Program Assistant position (grade 16) to Tax Program Assistant Supervisor position (grade 18). Reclassifying the Tax Program Assistant position to Tax Program Assistant Supervisor is necessary to provide consistent and knowledgeable leadership for the customer service division of the Tax Department. The current lack of dedicated supervision, with various staff members intermittently overseeing the division without specific expertise, has resulted in unclear guidance and directives for Tax Program Assistants. This reclassification will establish a dedicated supervisor with a thorough understanding of the position’s duties, ensuring effective support, clear Tax Department The mission of the Harnett County Tax Department is to provide fair and equitable appraisal, assessment, billing, and collection of all taxable real, business, and personal property in Harnett County. The Tax Department is committed to excellent customer service and to fair and timely tax administration as guided by the North Carolina General Statutes. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 175,080 212,935 181,723 - 193,723 - 193,723 12,000 7% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 1 139 - - - - - - -% Total 175,081 213,074 181,723 - 193,723 - 193,723 12,000 7% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,280,803 1,505,116 1,652,544 6,000 1,811,259 67,297 1,878,556 226,012 14% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 12,000 16,750 40,671 50,000 35,000 - 35,000 (5,671) (14%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 9,405 12,306 12,854 14,200 13,200 - 13,200 346 3% CURRENT SERVICES 107,625 134,381 159,641 241,311 208,961 - 208,961 49,320 31% FIXED CHARGES 301,458 367,620 472,516 480,118 482,094 440 482,534 10,018 2% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 2,849 2,380 5,570 7,350 4,300 - 4,300 (1,270) (23%) Total 1,714,140 2,038,553 2,343,796 798,979 2,554,814 67,737 2,622,551 278,755 12% Net Cost $ 1,539,059 $ 1,825,479 $ 2,162,073 $ 798,979 $ 2,361,091 $ 67,737 $ 2,428,828 $ 266,755 12% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 210 74 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 direction, and a direct line for communicating the division’s needs and citizen service requirements to the Tax Administrator. Net cost: $6,446. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 211 general governMent FunctIonal areaHarnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 75 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 212 Human Services Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 213 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 77 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaGeneral Services - Restitution Program The purpose of the Harnett County Juvenile Restitution and Community Service Program is to accept juveniles into the program who have been ordered to pay monetary restitution to a victim or perform symbolic community service. This program serves as a community-based Sanction 1 and 2 alternative to detention or youth development centers. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 97,500 93,306 116,947 138,485 138,485 - 138,485 21,538 18% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 2,234 1,818 3,000 - - - - (3,000) (100%) Total 99,734 95,124 119,947 138,485 138,485 - 138,485 18,538 15% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 79,519 88,256 122,583 - 168,574 - 168,574 45,991 38% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - - - 38 75 - 75 75 -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 3,535 4,001 9,872 12,801 10,610 - 10,610 738 7% CURRENT SERVICES 3,017 3,353 6,292 6,016 8,090 - 8,090 1,798 29% FIXED CHARGES 8,064 7,028 10,440 11,488 11,568 - 11,568 1,128 11% CONTRACTS & GRANTS - - 11,895 - - - - (11,895) (100%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 29 - 5,770 - - - - (5,770) (100%) Total 94,164 102,638 166,852 30,343 198,917 - 198,917 32,065 19% Net Cost $ (5,570) $ 7,514 $ 46,905 $ (108,142) $ 60,432 $ - $ 60,432 $ 13,527 29% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 214 78 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaHealth Department The mission of the Harnett County Health Department is to prevent illness, diseases, and injuries, promote healthy lifestyles, and keep the environment clean, healthy, and safe. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 4,731,087 4,233,062 3,955,648 3,103,237 3,128,269 - 3,128,269 (827,379) (21%) SERVICE CHARGES 833,821 1,071,666 712,350 730,500 730,500 - 730,500 18,150 3% ENTERPRISE CHARGES - 25 - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 10,726 8,751 10,000 9,000 9,000 - 9,000 (1,000) (10%) Total 5,575,634 5,313,504 4,677,998 3,842,737 3,867,769 - 3,867,769 (810,229) (17%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 5,330,761 5,874,686 6,361,829 49,016 6,389,540 - 6,389,540 27,711 0% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 675,947 805,082 307,195 216,801 216,801 - 216,801 (90,394) (29%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 442,314 541,791 637,035 599,648 599,648 - 599,648 (37,387) (6%) CURRENT SERVICES 173,788 141,505 1,134,846 672,674 672,674 - 672,674 (462,172) (41%) FIXED CHARGES 237,260 194,824 418,680 424,044 424,044 - 424,044 5,364 1% CAPITAL OUTLAY 431,568 - - - - - - - -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 58,227 134,556 149,190 25,387 25,387 - 25,387 (123,803) (83%) Total 7,349,865 7,692,444 9,008,775 1,987,570 8,328,094 - 8,328,094 (680,681) (8%) Net Cost $ 1,774,231 $ 2,378,940 $ 4,330,777 $ (1,855,167) $ 4,460,325 $ - $ 4,460,325 $ 129,548 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 215 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 79 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaHealth Department – Senior Services The Harnett County Division on Aging Coordinates services and programs for older adults, educates the public in successful aging, acts as a catalyst for new programs and services in the interest of older adults. Services for the elderly, including advocacy, information and referral, In-home Aide-Level I, Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), Elderly Nutrition Program, Community, Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP), Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA), Medicare Counseling through the SHIIP Program, and others. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 1,210,522 1,179,062 1,003,958 1,123,760 1,123,760 - 1,123,760 119,802 12% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 11,386 20,325 30,700 30,700 30,700 - 30,700 - -% Total 1,221,908 1,199,387 1,034,658 1,154,460 1,154,460 - 1,154,460 119,802 12% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 755,359 733,239 891,377 20,080 939,008 - 939,008 47,631 5% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 553,407 621,292 231,191 231,191 231,191 - 231,191 - -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 15,764 26,102 51,917 46,745 46,745 - 46,745 (5,172) (10%) CURRENT SERVICES 128,509 98,587 648,369 627,656 627,656 - 627,656 (20,713) (3%) FIXED CHARGES 42,053 47,664 74,035 67,348 67,348 - 67,348 (6,687) (9%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 3,329 5,534 12,699 7,483 7,483 - 7,483 (5,216) (41%) Total 1,498,421 1,532,418 1,909,588 1,000,503 1,919,431 - 1,919,431 9,843 1% Net Cost $ 276,513 $ 333,031 $ 874,930 $ (153,957) $ 764,971 $ - $ 764,971 $ (109,959) (13%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 216 80 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Approved allocations include: >Dunn ABC Board - $6,000 >Good Hope Behavioral Hospital - $400,000 >Alliance Health - $403,672 >Behavioral Health Urgent Care - $200,000 >Daymark Recovery Services- $199,679 >Administrative costs - $3,993 Mental Health This fund accounts for the mental health activities associated with Alliance Health, Good Hope Hospital, and ABC Board funding eligible activities. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 30,041 29,759 26,000 - 26,000 - 26,000 - -% Total 30,041 29,759 26,000 - 26,000 - 26,000 - -% Expenses FIXED CHARGES 605,679 605,678 609,673 - 809,672 - 809,672 199,999 33% Total 605,679 605,678 609,673 - 809,672 - 809,672 199,999 33% Net Cost $ 575,638 $ 575,919 $ 583,673 $ - $ 783,672 $ - $ 783,672 $ 199,999 34% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 217 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 81 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund three two-grade reclassification to support Veterans Services located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify three Veterans Services Specialist positions (grade 19) to Veteran Services Officer positions (grade 21). These positions are accredited Department of Veterans Affairs Officers that currently perform the duties of Veterans Services Officers and should be titled and compensated accordingly, based on both the Department of Veterans Affairs and North Carolina job descriptions. The experienced staff hold accreditations beyond the state and VA, including national associations, enabling comprehensive representation through the Board of Veterans Appeals. Net Cost: $19,717. Veteran Services The mission of Harnett County Veterans Services is to assist veterans, widows, and their family members in applying for benefits available to them through the Department of Veterans Affairs, State of North Carolina, and Harnett County. The department is committed to excellent customer service and ensuring that all Harnett County veterans and family receive all benefits that they are eligible to receive. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 2,083 2,174 2,000 2,000 2,000 - 2,000 - -% Total 2,083 2,174 2,000 2,000 2,000 - 2,000 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 325,612 396,381 453,424 900 477,014 19,717 496,731 43,307 10% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 2,764 2,745 3,600 3,600 3,600 - 3,600 - -% CURRENT SERVICES 7,837 6,755 20,896 25,431 25,431 - 25,431 4,535 22% FIXED CHARGES 6,888 7,869 17,270 19,771 19,771 - 19,771 2,501 14% CONTRACTS & GRANTS 4,250 3,596 5,000 5,000 5,000 - 5,000 - -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 216 382 250 500 500 - 500 250 100% Total 347,567 417,728 500,440 55,202 531,316 19,717 551,033 50,593 10% Net Cost $ 345,484 $ 415,554 $ 498,440 $ 53,202 $ 529,316 $ 19,717 $ 549,033 $ 50,593 10% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 218 82 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Total Social Services Budget: The FY 2026 Recommended Budget makes some changes in allocating costs between the divisions of DSS, especially in personnel costs. As a result, some divisions show an increase in cost, while others show a decrease. A total budget is shown to give perspective on the total difference in funding for Social Services. Social Services - Total The mission of Harnett County Department of Social Services is to provide services to individuals and families to achieve selfsufficiency, safety, and improve their quality of life. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 11,816,103 12,466,436 13,491,139 13,073,662 13,073,662 75,636 13,149,298 (341,841) (3%) SERVICE CHARGES 600 1,777 700 700 700 - 700 - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 51,309 80,172 95,100 105,100 105,100 - 105,100 10,000 11% INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - - 85,145 - - - - (85,145) (100%) Total 11,868,012 12,548,385 13,672,084 13,179,462 13,179,462 75,636 13,255,098 (416,986) (3%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 14,045,901 15,940,014 18,533,585 346,435 19,425,063 138,072 19,563,135 1,029,550 6% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 49,050 62,475 70,250 60,250 60,250 5,500 65,750 (4,500) (6%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 79,757 76,007 91,868 94,100 94,100 392 94,492 2,624 3% CURRENT SERVICES 254,830 336,581 402,325 481,098 397,065 5,952 403,017 692 0% FIXED CHARGES 565,343 677,678 1,177,515 1,339,388 1,338,653 1,622 1,340,275 162,760 14% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 80,330 76,654 209,870 41,500 40,500 4,873 45,373 (164,497) (78%) DSS PROGRAMS 3,882,751 4,377,412 6,288,238 6,901,712 5,367,293 - 5,367,293 (920,945) (15%) Total 18,957,962 21,546,821 26,773,651 9,264,483 26,722,924 156,411 26,879,335 105,684 0% Net Cost $ 7,089,950 $ 8,998,436 $ 13,101,567 $ (3,914,979) $ 13,543,462 $ 80,775 $ 13,624,237 $ 522,670 4% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 219 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 83 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Revenue: Most Social Services revenue is shown in the Administration Division. A more accurate picture of the impact of Social Services can be seen in the Total Social Services budget summary. Expenses: While most Social Services expenses are detailed within their specific divisional budgets, the expansion costs listed under the Administrative Division cover the operating expenses for new positions requested in those other divisions. Social Services – Administration Administration is responsible for the overall operations, support and legal actions of the agency. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 9,994,391 10,518,878 10,937,078 11,044,822 11,044,822 75,636 11,120,458 183,380 2% SERVICE CHARGES 600 977 700 700 700 - 700 - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME (14,964) (19,186) - - - - - - -% INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - - 85,145 - - - - (85,145) (100%) Total 9,980,027 10,500,669 11,022,923 11,045,522 11,045,522 75,636 11,121,158 98,235 1% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,417,466 1,663,654 1,836,210 118,430 1,977,882 - 1,977,882 141,672 8% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 32,970 23,300 20,000 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 - -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 63,319 71,796 86,018 83,600 83,600 392 83,992 (2,026) (2%) CURRENT SERVICES 177,772 270,993 273,057 300,530 254,530 5,952 260,482 (12,575) (5%) FIXED CHARGES 462,794 519,932 1,004,727 1,042,642 1,041,822 1,622 1,043,444 38,717 4% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 16,965 70,031 196,332 29,000 28,000 4,873 32,873 (163,459) (83%) DSS PROGRAMS 73,838 174,896 267,742 240,500 215,500 - 215,500 (52,242) (20%) Total 2,245,124 2,794,602 3,684,086 1,834,702 3,621,334 12,839 3,634,173 (49,913) (1%) Net Cost $ (7,734,903) $ (7,706,067) $ (7,338,837) $ (9,210,820) $ (7,424,188) $ (62,797) $ (7,486,985) $ (148,148) 2% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 220 84 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Adoptions Adoption Services include casework services to prepare children and prospective parents for adoptive placement; services to support and maintain adoptive placements and to facilitate the legal services necessary to finalize adoptions including supervision and reports to the court; case management of Adoption Assistance benefits; the provision of post-adoption services designed to support the adjustment between the child and adoptive family. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 109,076 14,936 19,537 5,000 5,000 - 5,000 (14,537) (74%) Total 109,076 14,936 19,537 5,000 5,000 - 5,000 (14,537) (74%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 163,546 199,985 207,853 24,777 242,047 - 242,047 34,194 16% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS - - 1,250 - - - - (1,250) (100%) CURRENT SERVICES - - 6,749 - - - - (6,749) (100%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - - 4,538 - - - - (4,538) (100%) DSS PROGRAMS 179,257 233,691 395,988 434,688 290,000 - 290,000 (105,988) (27%) Total 342,803 433,676 616,378 459,465 532,047 - 532,047 (84,331) (14%) Net Cost $ 233,727 $ 418,740 $ 596,841 $ 454,465 $ 527,047 $ - $ 527,047 $ (69,794) (12%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 221 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 85 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Adult Medicaid In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services administers the Medicaid program through the Division of Medical Assistance (DMA). The County Departments of Social Services (DSS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients determine eligibility for Medicaid. It is jointly financed with federal, state and county funds. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,607,000 1,841,299 2,235,703 32,229 2,299,865 - 2,299,865 64,162 3% CURRENT SERVICES - - 1,935 300 300 - 300 (1,635) (85%) DSS PROGRAMS 476,214 549,515 1,021,222 1,021,222 705,000 - 705,000 (316,222) (31%) Total 2,083,214 2,390,814 3,258,860 1,053,751 3,005,165 - 3,005,165 (253,695) (8%) Net Cost $ 2,083,214 $ 2,390,814 $ 3,258,860 $ 1,053,751 $ 3,005,165 $ - $ 3,005,165 $ (253,695) (8%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 222 86 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund two four-grade reclassification to support the Department of Social Services - Adult Service Division located at 311 W Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify two Community Social Services Assistant positions (grade 10) to Community Social Services Technician positions (grade 14). Adult Services is serving more clients with complex mental, physical, and intellectual disabilities. The current Community Social Service Assistants (CSSAs), who already perform duties similar to Community Social Services Techs (CSSTs) – including job/housing placement, budgeting, and community skills for clients with mental illness, substance abuse, and cognitive challenges – are experiencing high turnover due to the agency’s lowest entry-level salary. Reclassifying the CSSA positions to CSST will improve retention by more accurately reflecting their current, complex work and providing better compensation. Net Cost: $9,023. Social Services – Adult Resources Adult Services provide assistance to promote independence and enhance the dignity of North Carolina’s older adults, persons with disabilities, and their families through a community-based system of services, benefits, and protections. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 18,204 13,386 20,000 15,000 15,000 - 15,000 (5,000) (25%) MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 1,803 2,191 - - - - - - -% Total 20,007 15,577 20,000 15,000 15,000 - 15,000 (5,000) (25%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,037,795 1,108,786 1,199,085 - 1,225,420 18,046 1,243,466 44,381 4% CURRENT SERVICES - - 2,096 1,400 1,400 - 1,400 (696) (33%) FIXED CHARGES - - - 122,938 122,938 - 122,938 122,938 -% DSS PROGRAMS 71,118 108,693 138,610 19,452 12,626 - 12,626 (125,984) (91%) Total 1,108,913 1,217,479 1,339,791 143,790 1,362,384 18,046 1,380,430 40,639 3% Net Cost $ 1,088,906 $ 1,201,902 $ 1,319,791 $ 128,790 $ 1,347,384 $ 18,046 $ 1,365,430 $ 45,639 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 223 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 87 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Child Care Subsidy Child Care Subsidy assists low-income families with child care costs by determining eligibility and providing payments for child care services according to state and federal policies. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 456,671 474,730 511,098 - 461,868 - 461,868 (49,230) (10%) Total 456,671 474,730 511,098 - 461,868 - 461,868 (49,230) (10%) Net Cost $ 456,671 $ 474,730 $ 511,098 $ - $ 461,868 $ - $ 461,868 $ (49,230) (10%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 224 88 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund operating costs for supplies at Department of Social Services - Child Protective Services (CPS) located at 311 W Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington: Allocate funds for operational costs to contract with Carolina QuickCare for drug testing. The current scheduled drug testing for CPS, often needed in abuse/neglect cases involving substance abuse, is restrictive. To ensure more thorough assessments, DSS requests to contract with Carolina QuickCare. Their 7-day/week, evening availability allows for flexible and random testing, better accommodating families’ schedules and improving service delivery. Net cost: $5,500. Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support Department of Social Services - Child Protective Services (CPS) located at 311 W Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington: Provide funding for one full-time Social Worker I A&T (Extended Hours) position (grade 26) and operating expenses, such as a computer and office supplies. The new position would help to address high overtime (134 hours/month) and improve retention in the 24/7 mandated CPS unit (892 reports, 420 out-of-county requests in 2024). Implementing an alternating 7-on/7-off schedule for this position would eliminate standby, remove weekend on-call for standard staff, boost morale, reduce overall overtime, enhance recruitment appeal, and improve after-hours coverage. This position is requested to be hired on 9/1/25. The operating expenses are funded under the DSS-Administration division. Net Cost: $31,240. Social Services – Child Protective Services Child Protective Services are legally mandated, non-voluntary services provided to ensure the safety and protection of children from abuse, neglect, and dependency. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 2,080,071 2,293,338 2,563,907 - 2,712,485 62,480 2,774,965 211,058 8% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - - - - - 5,500 5,500 5,500 -% CURRENT SERVICES 9,023 28,067 17,725 34,318 4,645 - 4,645 (13,080) (74%) Total 2,089,094 2,321,405 2,581,632 34,318 2,717,130 67,980 2,785,110 203,478 8% Net Cost $ 2,089,094 $ 2,321,405 $ 2,581,632 $ 34,318 $ 2,717,130 $ 67,980 $ 2,785,110 $ 203,478 8% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 225 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 89 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Child Support The goal of Child Support Enforcement Services is to consistently collect as much child support as possible for the children of North Carolina. Services are provided to the custodians of minor children, regardless of income level, to establish and enforce child support. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 162,498 182,439 158,000 185,000 185,000 - 185,000 27,000 17% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 39,985 44,260 45,100 45,100 45,100 - 45,100 - -% Total 202,483 226,699 203,100 230,100 230,100 - 230,100 27,000 13% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,297,122 1,358,836 1,525,555 36,876 1,577,786 - 1,577,786 52,231 3% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 13,896 - - 500 500 - 500 500 -% CURRENT SERVICES 29,132 20,866 78,500 111,000 111,000 - 111,000 32,500 41% FIXED CHARGES 102,549 157,746 172,788 173,808 173,893 - 173,893 1,105 1% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 17,545 6,623 9,000 12,500 12,500 - 12,500 3,500 39% DSS PROGRAMS 25,935 42,329 63,200 81,500 81,200 - 81,200 18,000 28% Total 1,486,179 1,586,400 1,849,043 416,184 1,956,879 - 1,956,879 107,836 6% Net Cost $ 1,283,696 $ 1,359,701 $ 1,645,943 $ 186,084 $ 1,726,779 $ - $ 1,726,779 $ 80,836 5% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 226 90 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Energy Programs Energy programs assist low-income households with utilities costs by determining eligibility and providing benefit guidance according to state and federal policies. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 99,990 151,896 220,450 67,401 259,380 - 259,380 38,930 18% CURRENT SERVICES 11,001 - - - - - - - -% DSS PROGRAMS 749,575 132,880 180,831 1,181,505 145,122 - 145,122 (35,709) (20%) Total 860,566 284,776 401,281 1,248,906 404,502 - 404,502 3,221 1% Net Cost $ 860,566 $ 284,776 $ 401,281 $ 1,248,906 $ 404,502 $ - $ 404,502 $ 3,221 1% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 227 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 91 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Family & Children’s Medicaid Children’s Medicaid programs provide medical assistance for families with limited financial resources. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,688,981 1,931,152 2,777,354 - 2,857,210 - 2,857,210 79,856 3% CURRENT SERVICES - - 2,890 400 400 - 400 (2,490) (86%) Total 1,688,981 1,931,152 2,780,244 400 2,857,610 - 2,857,610 77,366 3% Net Cost $ 1,688,981 $ 1,931,152 $ 2,780,244 $ 400 $ 2,857,610 $ - $ 2,857,610 $ 77,366 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 228 92 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Food and Nutrition (Food Stamps) The Food and Nutrition Assistance Program is designed to help low-income families with their buying power. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 3,030 26,890 25,000 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 10,000 40% Total 3,030 26,890 25,000 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 10,000 40% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,688,160 1,904,944 2,159,662 - 2,379,739 - 2,379,739 220,077 10% CURRENT SERVICES 23,302 11,575 4,335 1,830 1,830 - 1,830 (2,505) (58%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 45,820 - - - - - - - -% DSS PROGRAMS 33,320 26,726 42,000 40,000 40,000 - 40,000 (2,000) (5%) Total 1,790,602 1,943,245 2,205,997 41,830 2,421,569 - 2,421,569 215,572 10% Net Cost $ 1,787,572 $ 1,916,355 $ 2,180,997 $ 6,830 $ 2,386,569 $ - $ 2,386,569 $ 205,572 9% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 229 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 93 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support Department of Social Services - Child Protective Services (CPS) located at 311 W Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington: Provide funding for one full-time Social Worker III position (grade 25) and operating expenses, such as a computer, training and office supplies. The new position would help to address increased caseloads (228 children average in 2024), complex cases, and numerous requirements. The current 13 Permanency Planning social workers exceed the state-mandated 15:1 child-to-worker ratio. Furthermore, the 64 children aged 13+ and out-of-county placements require more intensive and time-consuming services. Adequate staffing is crucial for providing quality services, meeting state standards, and facilitating timely permanency for children and families. This position is requested to begin 9/1/25. The operating expenses are funded under the DSS-Administration division. Net Cost: $33,484. Social Services – Foster Care Foster Care Services are provided to ensure the safety of children in an alternative care arrangement when their safety cannot be maintained in their own home. Foster care is a temporary plan of care until the child can be safely returned to their home, be placed in the custody or guardianship of another approved caretaker or adopted. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 1,495,683 1,713,181 2,331,524 1,798,840 1,798,840 - 1,798,840 (532,684) (23%) SERVICE CHARGES - 800 - - - - - - -% Total 1,495,683 1,713,981 2,331,524 1,798,840 1,798,840 - 1,798,840 (532,684) (23%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,625,270 2,031,626 2,246,510 - 2,353,848 57,546 2,411,394 164,884 7% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 16,080 39,175 50,250 40,250 40,250 - 40,250 (10,000) (20%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 2,542 4,211 4,600 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 5,400 117% CURRENT SERVICES 4,600 5,080 11,888 31,120 22,760 - 22,760 10,872 91% DSS PROGRAMS 2,231,813 3,079,083 4,106,645 3,810,845 3,810,845 - 3,810,845 (295,800) (7%) Total 3,880,305 5,159,175 6,419,893 3,892,215 6,237,703 57,546 6,295,249 (124,644) (2%) Net Cost $ 2,384,622 $ 3,445,194 $ 4,088,369 $ 2,093,375 $ 4,438,863 $ 57,546 $ 4,496,409 $ 408,040 10% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 230 94 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Program Integrity The Harnett County Program Integrity Unit’s mission is to maintain integrity and accountability in the administration of public assistance programs and to investigate all allegations of fraud to ensure public resources are utilized appropriately. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 21,455 26,017 25,000 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 - -% Total 21,455 26,017 25,000 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 381,048 419,666 445,586 66,722 459,793 - 459,793 14,207 3% CURRENT SERVICES - - 3,150 200 200 - 200 (2,950) (94%) Total 381,048 419,666 448,736 66,922 459,993 - 459,993 11,257 3% Net Cost $ 359,593 $ 393,649 $ 423,736 $ 41,922 $ 434,993 $ - $ 434,993 $ 11,257 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 231 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 95 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaSocial Services – Medicaid Transportation Medicaid Transportation arranges medical appointment transportation through the Harnett County Area Transit System (HARTS) or through an individual vendor. Eligibility is based on a families’ Medicaid status. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 36,251 23,616 25,000 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 - -% Total 36,251 23,616 25,000 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 187,273 191,481 215,744 - 170,575 - 170,575 (45,169) (21%) DSS PROGRAMS 36,485 25,089 45,000 45,000 40,000 - 40,000 (5,000) (11%) Total 223,758 216,570 260,744 45,000 210,575 - 210,575 (50,169) (19%) Net Cost $ 187,507 $ 192,954 $ 235,744 $ 20,000 $ 185,575 $ - $ 185,575 $ (50,169) (21%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 232 96 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Social Services – Work First Work First provides supportive and financial services needed to move families toward self-sufficiency. This unit is responsible for contacting employers to develop job opportunities, facilitate job placements, identify on-the-job training situations, and provide classroom instruction to support job readiness. Eligibility is based on state and federal policies. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 315,508 368,621 388,868 - 447,165 - 447,165 58,297 15% DSS PROGRAMS 5,196 4,510 27,000 27,000 27,000 - 27,000 - -% Total 320,704 373,131 415,868 27,000 474,165 - 474,165 58,297 14% Net Cost $ 320,704 $ 373,131 $ 415,868 $ 27,000 $ 474,165 $ - $ 474,165 $ 58,297 14% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 233 huMan servIces FunctIonal areaHarnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 97 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 234 Non-Departmental Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 235 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 99 non-dePartMental FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Difference between FY 2025 and FY 2026: The FY 2025 Original Budget amount for contingency was $6,851,572. As funds have been moved out of contingency into other departments, the Revised Budget amount has been reduced to reflect these transfers. If the FY 2026 recommended amount was compared with the original budget, the variance would be $5,251,572 and the percent decrease would be 77%. Contingency Amounts are budgeted in contingency to avoid inflating department budgets for “what-if” situations. For example, in the past the Emergency Services budget included $50,000 for a debris removal contract in case a natural disaster occurred requiring this service. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - - 6,435,021 - 1,600,000 - 1,600,000 (4,835,021) (75%) Total - - 6,435,021 - 1,600,000 - 1,600,000 (4,835,021) (75%) Net Cost $ - $ - $ 6,435,021 $ - $ 1,600,000 $ - $ 1,600,000 $ (4,835,021) (75%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 236 100 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Expansion & Other Notes Transfers include: >Debt Service Fund - $11,000,000 >Sheriff’s Capital Reserve - $224,700 Transfers to Debt and Capital Improvements Transfers are made to special revenue funds to meet statutory obligations, such as the transfer to the Revaluation Fund, to meet debt obligations and to fund future capital needs. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 27,336,394 18,017,337 11,039,700 - 11,224,700 - 11,224,700 185,000 2% Total 27,336,394 18,017,337 11,039,700 - 11,224,700 - 11,224,700 185,000 2% Net Cost $ 27,336,394 $ 18,017,337 $ 11,039,700 $ - $ 11,224,700 $ - $ 11,224,700 $ 185,000 2% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 237 non-dePartMental FunctIonal areaHarnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 101 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 238 Public Safety Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 239 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 103 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaAnimal Services — Animal Control Animal Services mission is to protect the health and safety of citizens, advocate animal protection/welfare and promote the humane treatment of all animals. Animal control efforts are concentrated on rabies control and public safety through enforcement of the County’s Animal Control Ordinance, capture of non-immunized dogs and cats, and gaining control of roaming livestock. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 55,391 52,660 76,125 102,900 102,900 - 102,900 26,775 35% Total 55,391 52,660 76,125 102,900 102,900 - 102,900 26,775 35% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 316,159 354,610 449,807 5,000 477,496 - 477,496 27,689 6% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 30,362 39,988 47,626 73,906 73,906 - 73,906 26,280 55% CURRENT SERVICES 26,176 21,873 26,505 26,534 26,534 - 26,534 29 0% FIXED CHARGES 23,188 24,488 59,612 63,276 63,277 - 63,277 3,665 6% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 2,420 - - - - - - - -% Total 398,305 440,959 583,550 168,716 641,213 - 641,213 57,663 10% Net Cost $ 342,914 $ 388,299 $ 507,425 $ 65,816 $ 538,313 $ - $ 538,313 $ 30,888 6% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 240 104 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support Animal Services located at 1100 McKay Place, Lillington: Provide funding to convert a part-time Animal Care Technician to a full-time Animal Care Technician position (grade 13) and operating expenses, such as uniforms and training. This position is crucial to manage a 22% surge in animal intake and growing community engagement. This will provide necessary support for kenneling, administration, and logistics, directly enabling: increased animal acceptance, streamlined paperwork, consistent transport for spay/ neuter and Petco adoptions , facilitation of new adoption events, improved animal contact and reduced kennel stress, better public accessibility and communication, and enhanced social media outreach. Net Cost: $25,129. Fund a two-grade reclassification to support Animal Services located at 1100 McKay Place, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify Animal Care Technician (grade 13) to an Animal Shelter Supervisor (grade 15). The reclassification is needed to address a 22% annual increase in animal intake since FY 2022, which is projected to rise another 25% in FY 2026. This growth, along with three new staff without added supervision, requires a leadership role to provide guidance, coordinate tasks, ensure animal care protocols, improve communication, enhance training, and manage the expanding workload efficiently. The supervisor will also be crucial in developing and managing a growing volunteer program within the new facility to support animal well-being and reduce staff burden. Net Cost: $6,048. Animal Services — Shelter Animal Services mission is to protect the health and safety of citizens, advocate animal protection/welfare and promote the humane treatment of all animals. The Animal Shelter’s efforts are concentrated on the special love and attention to safety, well-being, and health of animals in the shelter’s care. Additionally, the Animal Shelter oversees donations, adoptions, volunteer program, public events and reuniting lost pets. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 25,883 24,719 27,136 26,247 15,000 - 15,000 (12,136) (45%) ENTERPRISE CHARGES 25 - - - - - - - -% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 9,614 55,687 6,455 - - - - (6,455) (100%) Total 35,522 80,406 33,591 26,247 15,000 - 15,000 (18,591) (55%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 262,315 320,571 418,879 68,408 434,504 30,157 464,661 45,782 11% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 10,472 31,075 67,400 77,060 77,060 - 77,060 9,660 14% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 64,796 107,698 96,858 126,769 126,769 416 127,185 30,327 31% CURRENT SERVICES 23,303 25,046 28,679 24,066 24,066 604 24,670 (4,009) (14%) FIXED CHARGES 3,088 4,009 15,507 21,369 21,669 - 21,669 6,162 40% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 3,014 - - - - - - - -% Total 366,988 488,399 627,323 317,672 684,068 31,177 715,245 87,922 14% Net Cost $ 331,466 $ 407,993 $ 593,732 $ 291,425 $ 669,068 $ 31,177 $ 700,245 $ 106,513 18% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 241 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 105 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support Emergency Services located at 1005 Edwards Brothers Drive, Lillington: Provide funding for a full-time Emergency Management Specialist position (grade 24) and operating expenses, such as public safety supplies. This position is needed to support the growing community. With a 47% population increase since 2000 and anticipated continued growth, the demands on emergency preparedness, grant management, and operational efficiency have outpaced current staffing levels. This new position will secure and manage vital grants, enhance emergency planning (including nuclear preparedness), expand public education, and provide critical EOC support, as recommended by a 2019 study highlighting understaffing. This position is requested to start on 9/1/2025. Net Cost: $88,003. Emergency Services - Emergency Management Emergency Management’s mission is to protect the citizens and environment of Harnett County from the effects of disasters and emergencies through a unified and comprehensive emergency management program of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery by local, State, and Federal partners, private industry, and volunteer organizations. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 255,977 441 - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES 107,683 136,538 115,919 115,919 125,000 - 125,000 9,081 8% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 50,000 - - - - - - - -% Total 413,660 136,979 115,919 115,919 125,000 - 125,000 9,081 8% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 872,001 1,058,779 1,247,524 144,794 1,324,450 74,448 1,398,898 151,374 12% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 620 1,760 2,907 4,370 4,370 - 4,370 1,463 50% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 54,740 71,257 71,398 63,350 63,350 3,250 66,600 (4,798) (7%) CURRENT SERVICES 68,726 77,087 112,847 97,746 97,746 2,505 100,251 (12,596) (11%) FIXED CHARGES 47,453 81,971 92,581 86,264 86,751 1,200 87,951 (4,630) (5%) CAPITAL OUTLAY - - 77,997 - - - - (77,997) (100%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 84,048 12,421 24,445 25,230 25,230 6,600 31,830 7,385 30% Total 1,127,588 1,303,275 1,629,699 421,754 1,601,897 88,003 1,689,900 60,201 4% Net Cost $ 713,928 $ 1,166,296 $ 1,513,780 $ 305,835 $ 1,476,897 $ 88,003 $ 1,564,900 $ 51,120 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 242 106 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaEmergency Services — Emergency Management Grants Emergency Management’s mission is to protect the citizens and environment of Harnett County from the effects of disasters and emergencies through a unified and comprehensive emergency management program of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery by local, State, and Federal partners, private industry, and volunteer organizations. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 259,487 218,276 242,502 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 (192,502) (79%) Total 259,487 218,276 242,502 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 (192,502) (79%) Expenses SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 55,403 90,471 108,292 40,000 40,000 - 40,000 (68,292) (63%) CURRENT SERVICES - 9,500 20,000 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 (10,000) (50%) CAPITAL OUTLAY 195,097 172,683 56,892 - - - - (56,892) (100%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - - 57,318 - - - - (57,318) (100%) Total 250,500 272,654 242,502 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 (192,502) (79%) Net Cost $ (8,987) $ 54,378 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 243 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 107 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund operating costs to support Emergency Medical Services - County Morgue located at 1005 Edwards Brothers Drive, Lillington: Provide funding to outsource daily morgue operations, encompassing transport, intake, documentation, medical examiner/funeral home coordination, and cleaning. The contractor would handle all decedent documentation and chain of custody and be eligible for state transport reimbursement. Net Cost: $98,000. Emergency Services — Emergency Medical Services (EMS) The Harnett County EMS Division’s Mission is to coordinate, develop, improve, and maintain a comprehensive and dynamic emergency medical services system to prevent and reduce premature death and disability. This system shall be integrated within the entire health care network. The emergency medical services system will ensure prompt, effective and unimpeded service to all residents and visitors of Harnett County. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 1,188,682 344,643 702,869 300,000 250,000 - 250,000 (452,869) (64%) SERVICE CHARGES 7,510,558 7,337,629 6,393,400 7,204,950 7,204,950 - 7,204,950 811,550 13% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 4,786 224 6,000 - - - - (6,000) (100%) Total 8,704,026 7,682,496 7,102,269 7,504,950 7,454,950 - 7,454,950 352,681 5% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 7,908,929 9,557,698 10,512,244 1,945,600 10,995,673 - 10,995,673 483,429 5% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 3,579 2,650 5,000 5,000 5,000 - 5,000 - -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 502,619 599,889 616,773 667,600 679,833 - 679,833 63,060 10% CURRENT SERVICES 204,591 232,290 270,909 298,835 273,851 - 273,851 2,942 1% FIXED CHARGES 738,977 503,835 1,284,611 1,340,278 1,343,966 98,000 1,441,966 157,355 12% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 10,445 5,289 3,976 19,770 4,900 - 4,900 924 23% HEALTH 230,377 240,568 - 240,000 - - - - -% Total 9,599,517 11,142,219 12,693,513 4,517,083 13,303,223 98,000 13,401,223 707,710 6% Net Cost $ 895,491 $ 3,459,723 $ 5,591,244 $ (2,987,867) $ 5,848,273 $ 98,000 $ 5,946,273 $ 355,029 6% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 244 108 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaExpansion & Other Notes In addition to the funding above, $25,000 has been set aside in contingency in case the need for medical examiner services exceeds budget, which the County cannot control. Emergency Services — Medical Examiner For services performed as required by Article 16, Chapter 130A of the North Carolina General Statutes. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses FIXED CHARGES 82,400 67,546 100,000 150,000 150,000 - 150,000 50,000 50% Total 82,400 67,546 100,000 150,000 150,000 - 150,000 50,000 50% Net Cost $ 82,400 $ 67,546 $ 100,000 $ 150,000 $ 150,000 $ - $ 150,000 $ 50,000 50% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 245 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 109 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaExpansion & Other Notes A 10% across-the-board budget increase is recommended for rescue agencies due to increased operational costs. Net Cost: $537,217. Emergency Services — Rescue Districts The Harnett County EMS Division’s Mission is to coordinate, develop, improve, and maintain a comprehensive and dynamic emergency medical services system to prevent and reduce premature death and disability. This system shall be integrated within the entire health care network. The emergency medical services system will ensure prompt, effective and unimpeded service to all residents and visitors of Harnett County. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 1,583,178 - - - - - - - -% Total 1,583,178 - - - - - - - -% Expenses FIXED CHARGES 5,792,107 4,592,169 5,372,140 6,590,139 5,372,140 537,217 5,909,357 537,217 10% Total 5,792,107 4,592,169 5,372,140 6,590,139 5,372,140 537,217 5,909,357 537,217 10% Net Cost $ 4,208,929 $ 4,592,169 $ 5,372,140 $ 6,590,139 $ 5,372,140 $ 537,217 $ 5,909,357 $ 537,217 10% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 246 110 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaTotal Sheriff Office It is the mission of the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office to safeguard the lives and property of the people we serve. We strive to work collaboratively with the community to resolve problems, maintain order as well as reflect and relate to our citizens. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life through effective partnerships by way of trust in our communities. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 138,881 193,118 376,880 38,000 33,000 - 33,000 (343,880) (91%) SERVICE CHARGES 2,583,804 3,084,095 2,644,541 1,400,000 2,713,303 - 2,713,303 68,762 3% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 422,674 269,862 251,988 159,500 266,393 - 266,393 14,405 6% Total 3,145,359 3,547,075 3,273,409 1,597,500 3,012,696 - 3,012,696 (260,713) (8%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 17,290,278 20,504,289 22,214,566 898,986 23,364,667 396,949 23,761,616 1,547,050 7% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 68,427 92,297 92,375 84,100 84,100 - 84,100 (8,275) (9%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 1,191,314 1,046,035 1,220,033 1,252,015 1,251,715 - 1,251,715 31,682 3% CURRENT SERVICES 1,260,004 1,233,567 1,668,366 1,727,888 1,640,030 - 1,640,030 (28,336) (2%) FIXED CHARGES 2,464,478 2,922,196 4,449,857 4,794,531 4,425,491 1,440 4,426,931 (22,926) (1%) CAPITAL OUTLAY 60,533 84,135 - 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 35,000 -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 190,542 209,270 329,555 264,712 244,762 3,600 248,362 (81,193) (25%) Total 22,525,576 26,091,789 29,974,752 9,057,232 31,045,765 401,989 31,447,754 1,473,002 5% Net Cost $ 19,380,217 $ 22,544,714 $ 26,701,343 $ 7,459,732 $ 28,033,069 $ 401,989 $ 28,435,058 $ 1,733,715 6% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 247 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 111 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund one full-time position to support the Sheriff’s Office located at 175 Bain Street, Lillington: Provide funding for a full-time Assistant Accreditation Manager (grade 22) and operating expenses such as a computer and office furniture. The Accreditation Manager’s focus on numerous other projects hinders effective data and proof collection for accreditation. This new position will support the accreditation process, requiring annual training and commitment to the Sheriff’s Office’s Accreditation Division. Net Cost: $77,835. Fund one full-time position to support the Sheriff’s Office located at 175 Bain Street, Lillington: Provide funding for a full-time Body Worn Camera Assistant (grade 20) and operating expenses such as a computer and office furniture. The agency’s deployment of 45 in-car cameras and 70 body-worn cameras (BWCs), alongside three video interview rooms, has significantly increased digital evidence requiring continuous retention monitoring for legal compliance. Managing this evidence and the camera systems necessitates equipment troubleshooting, account/permission management, and vendor coordination. To effectively manage the BWC program according to policy, law, and CALEA standards, another full-time position is needed to handle second-tier and quality assurance reviews, redactions, legal coordination for video disclosure, inter-agency sharing, and staff training. Net Cost: $74,646. Fund two reclassifications to support the Sheriff’s Office - Narcotics Division located at 175 Bain Street, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify Deputy Sheriff - Lieutenant (grade 114) to Deputy Sheriff - Captain (grade 117) and Deputy Sheriff - Sergeant (grade 112) to Deputy Sheriff - Lieutenant Sheriff’s Office Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 118,443 72,366 36,060 13,000 18,000 - 18,000 (18,060) (50%) SERVICE CHARGES 381,265 356,384 326,025 350,000 351,025 - 351,025 25,000 8% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 14,008 24,919 - 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 10,000 -% Total 513,716 453,669 362,085 373,000 379,025 - 379,025 16,940 5% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 11,358,717 13,417,159 14,747,426 359,374 15,296,250 212,365 15,508,615 761,189 5% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 64,827 88,197 74,775 72,500 72,500 - 72,500 (2,275) (3%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 1,042,655 903,820 1,008,797 1,067,315 1,067,315 - 1,067,315 58,518 6% CURRENT SERVICES 586,609 645,321 807,819 887,085 826,467 - 826,467 18,648 2% FIXED CHARGES 337,229 394,505 1,316,296 1,643,153 1,644,113 1,440 1,645,553 329,257 25% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 115,180 200,055 199,141 190,012 170,062 3,600 173,662 (25,479) (13%) Total 13,505,217 15,649,057 18,154,254 4,219,439 19,076,707 217,405 19,294,112 1,139,858 6% Net Cost $ 12,991,501 $ 15,195,388 $ 17,792,169 $ 3,846,439 $ 18,697,682 $ 217,405 $ 18,915,087 $ 1,122,918 6% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 248 112 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 PuBlic saFetY Functional area(grade 114) in the Narcotics Division. The current Lieutenant supervises 10 unit members (including two Sergeants overseeing local, federal task force, and complex drug investigations), a specialty enforcement unit (1 Sergeant, 2-3 Deputies), the part-time Special Response Team, and manages the Harnett County Dive Team. To better distribute the growing supervisory workload, the Sheriff proposes reclassifying the Narcotics Division Sergeant to Lieutenant and the Narcotics Lieutenant to Captain. This realignment will provide the necessary rank and compensation for supervisors to effectively redistribute responsibilities, aligning the division’s oversight structure with others in the agency. Net Cost: $38,542. Fund two reclassifications to support the Sheriff’s Office located at 175 Bain Street, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify Administrative Support Specialist III (grade 16) to Administrative Assistant (grade 19) and Administrative Support Specialist II (grade 14) to Administrative Support Specialist III (grade 16). Due to the retirement of the Administration & Budget Officer in 2020, this Administrative Support Specialist III position absorbed pre-hire processing and Basic Law Enforcement Training cadet coordination duties, in addition to existing patrol support. These expanded responsibilities align this role with the duties of a current Administrative Assistant within the department. Both the Administrative Support Specialist II and Administrative Support Specialist III roles in Records Management currently perform the same tasks and carry equal workloads. This reclassification will ensure equitable compensation, aligning this position with the other administrative role that was appropriately classified in 2021. Net Cost: $15,869. Fund a two-grade reclassification to support the Sheriff’s Office - Digital Forensic Unit located at 175 Bain Street, Lillington: Provide funding to reclassify Deputy Sheriff Detective position (grade 110) to Computer Forensic Analyst (grade 112). This change aligns with the specialized work, training, and certifications required for the role, which exceed those of a regular detective. Net Cost: $10,513. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 249 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 113 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaSheriff’s Office — Campbell Deputies Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 543,154 592,414 691,536 - 721,078 - 721,078 29,542 4% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 8,833 - - - - - - - -% Total 551,987 592,414 691,536 - 721,078 - 721,078 29,542 4% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 550,432 591,167 643,023 38,812 667,176 - 667,176 24,153 4% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 21,042 19,204 27,800 27,800 27,800 - 27,800 - -% CURRENT SERVICES 3,914 13,785 14,050 17,688 17,688 - 17,688 3,638 26% FIXED CHARGES - - 6,663 8,414 8,414 - 8,414 1,751 26% Total 575,388 624,156 691,536 92,714 721,078 - 721,078 29,542 4% Net Cost $ 23,401 $ 31,742 $ - $ 92,714 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 250 114 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaSheriff’s Office — Child Support Enforcement Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 90,053 94,795 107,988 5,500 112,393 - 112,393 4,405 4% Total 90,053 94,795 107,988 5,500 112,393 - 112,393 4,405 4% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 91,282 100,724 102,988 - 107,279 - 107,279 4,291 4% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 3,093 3,203 3,500 4,000 4,000 - 4,000 500 14% CURRENT SERVICES 1,873 662 1,500 1,500 1,500 - 1,500 - -% Total 96,248 104,589 107,988 5,500 112,779 - 112,779 4,791 4% Net Cost $ 6,195 $ 9,794 $ - $ - $ 386 $ - $ 386 $ 386 -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 251 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 115 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaSheriff’s Office — Emergency Communications Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,839,250 2,371,217 2,613,928 236,000 2,670,796 - 2,670,796 56,868 2% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - - 1,000 1,000 1,000 - 1,000 - -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 3,759 3,375 6,000 8,000 7,000 - 7,000 1,000 17% CURRENT SERVICES 26,412 56,016 83,753 85,604 85,604 - 85,604 1,851 2% FIXED CHARGES 90,819 157,295 232,561 250,374 250,374 - 250,374 17,813 8% CAPITAL OUTLAY - - - 19,000 - - - - -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - 3,570 15,970 15,000 15,000 - 15,000 (970) (6%) Total 1,960,240 2,591,473 2,953,212 614,978 3,029,774 - 3,029,774 76,562 3% Net Cost $ 1,960,240 $ 2,591,473 $ 2,953,212 $ 614,978 $ 3,029,774 $ - $ 3,029,774 $ 76,562 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 252 116 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund one full-time position to support the Sheriff’s Office - Detention Center located at 175 Bain Street, Lillington: Provide funding for a full-time Detention Lieutenant - Training Coordinator (grade 111). This new position will be responsible for establishing a field training program for new jailers, managing their progress, updating the program manual, scheduling remedial training, and ensuring completion of all state-mandated annual in-service training. Net Cost: $102,733. Fund one full-time position to support the Sheriff’s Office - Detention Center located at 175 Bain Street, Lillington: Provide funding for a full-time Detention Sergeant - Recruitment (grade 107). This new position will focus on outreach efforts such as college, military, and community job fairs. The officer will be required to be proficient in the application process and North Carolina Sheriff’s Training and Standards Division requirements. Net Cost: $81,851. . Sheriff’s Office — Detention Center (Jail) Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 20,438 120,752 340,820 25,000 15,000 - 15,000 (325,820) (96%) SERVICE CHARGES 432,986 498,010 326,980 341,200 341,200 - 341,200 14,220 4% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 309,780 150,148 144,000 144,000 144,000 - 144,000 - -% Total 763,204 768,910 811,800 510,200 500,200 - 500,200 (311,600) (38%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 4,031,096 4,685,481 4,828,687 358,800 5,091,665 184,584 5,276,249 447,562 9% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 3,600 4,100 17,600 11,600 11,600 - 11,600 (6,000) (34%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 124,524 119,808 179,936 152,900 152,600 - 152,600 (27,336) (15%) CURRENT SERVICES 665,745 565,590 834,882 821,615 794,375 - 794,375 (40,507) (5%) FIXED CHARGES 1,807,580 2,187,691 2,571,650 2,576,164 2,206,164 - 2,206,164 (365,486) (14%) CAPITAL OUTLAY 60,533 84,135 - 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 35,000 -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 75,362 9,215 130,414 74,700 74,700 - 74,700 (55,714) (43%) Total 6,768,440 7,656,020 8,563,169 4,030,779 8,366,104 184,584 8,550,688 (12,481) (0%) Net Cost $ 6,005,236 $ 6,887,110 $ 7,751,369 $ 3,520,579 $ 7,865,904 $ 184,584 $ 8,050,488 $ 299,119 4% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 253 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 117 PuBlic saFetY Functional areaSheriff’s Office — School Resource Officers Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 1,226,399 1,637,287 1,300,000 708,800 1,300,000 - 1,300,000 - -% Total 1,226,399 1,637,287 1,300,000 708,800 1,300,000 - 1,300,000 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,258,751 1,709,758 1,892,442 142,000 2,202,297 - 2,202,297 309,855 16% CURRENT SERVICES 1,863 8,209 10,115 - - - - (10,115) (100%) FIXED CHARGES 319,669 340,000 555,248 566,800 566,800 - 566,800 11,552 2% Total 1,580,283 2,057,967 2,457,805 708,800 2,769,097 - 2,769,097 311,292 13% Net Cost $ 353,884 $ 420,680 $ 1,157,805 $ - $ 1,469,097 $ - $ 1,469,097 $ 311,292 27% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 254 PuBlic saFetY Functional area118 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 255 Transportation Functional Area HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 256 120 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 transPortatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a 10% grant match to replace three transit vehicles at 250 Alexander Drive, Lillington: Provide funding to match CTPCP Grant to replace three transit vehicles. North Carolina Department of Transportation’s best practices indicate Light Transit Vehicles (LTV) whose accumulated mileage is at 145,000 have reached the end of their lifecycle and are generally scheduled for replacement. Based on current mileage for van numbers 7955, 7956, and 7957, they will exceed North Carolina Department of Transportation’s recommended lifecycle. Procurement includes the cost of the vehicles, required camera system installations, and radio system installations. Net Cost: $28,500. Fund a 10% grant match to purchase and install a camera system at 250 Alexander Drive, Lillington: Provide funding to match CTPCP Grant for a new surveillance camera system. This is a one-time $3,158 NCDOT capital purchase for a building security/surveillance camera system. This will enhance security, help prevent theft and vehicle damage, and improve staff safety. Net Cost: $316. Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) – Administration HARTS is a Community Transportation program that serves the public as well as human services for medical, personal, employment, and education trips. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 387,407 384,240 1,403,835 538,264 538,264 259,342 797,606 (606,229) (43%) MISCELLANEOUS INCOME - - 17,760 30,315 - - - (17,760) (100%) Total 387,407 384,240 1,421,595 568,579 538,264 259,342 797,606 (623,989) (44%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 198,648 264,472 283,150 1,011 298,555 - 298,555 15,405 5% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 1,323 1,347 2,000 2,000 2,000 - 2,000 - -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 5,616 13,250 6,415 7,550 7,550 - 7,550 1,135 18% CURRENT SERVICES 29,362 27,692 35,763 38,139 38,139 - 38,139 2,376 7% FIXED CHARGES 85,210 81,279 72,984 48,179 48,179 - 48,179 (24,805) (34%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 134,044 57,277 1,161,758 220,000 220,000 288,158 508,158 (653,600) (56%) TRANSPORTATION - - 5,000 - - - - (5,000) (100%) Total 454,203 445,317 1,567,070 316,879 614,423 288,158 902,581 (664,489) (42%) Net Cost $ 66,796 $ 61,077 $ 145,475 $ (251,700) $ 76,159 $ 28,816 $ 104,975 $ (40,500) (28%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 257 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 121 transPortatIon FunctIonal areaExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) located at 250 Alexander Drive, Lillington: Provide funding to convert a part-time Transit Driver position to a full-time Transit Driver position (grade 12). This position is needed to avoid jeopardizing funding and improve efficiency. The current 13 full-time drivers primarily handle fixed routes, leaving demand-response reliant on a reduced part-time pool. Insufficient staffing risks not utilizing current federal/state funds (potentially leading to reallocation) and hinders the ability to capitalize on anticipated funding increases (ModviCare). More full-time drivers would also facilitate more shared rides, reducing the increased cost per passenger trip. Maintaining stable driver numbers is crucial for existing (ROAP, Mid-Carolina, Medicaid) and future funding. Net Cost: $24,757. Fund operating costs to support Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) located at 250 Alexander Drive, Lillington: Provide funding for permits/taxes/fees of three replacement vehicles. Net Cost: $8,568. Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) – Transportation HARTS is a Community Transportation program that serves the public as well as human services for medical, personal, employment, and education trips. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 1,100,104 1,042,302 1,044,118 1,275,347 1,275,347 - 1,275,347 231,229 22% SERVICE CHARGES 10,358 15,955 10,000 16,079 16,079 - 16,079 6,079 61% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 3,104 460 - - - - - - -% Total 1,113,566 1,058,717 1,054,118 1,291,426 1,291,426 - 1,291,426 237,308 23% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 825,130 1,007,111 1,343,072 379,762 1,423,479 24,757 1,448,236 105,164 8% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 1,515 1,792 3,000 3,000 3,000 - 3,000 - -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 138,822 144,202 162,052 162,850 160,850 - 160,850 (1,202) (1%) CURRENT SERVICES 46,593 125,532 200,471 191,722 191,722 8,568 200,290 (181) (0%) FIXED CHARGES 23,523 38,815 135,858 183,331 183,331 - 183,331 47,473 35% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 4,785 2,671 38,015 - - - - (38,015) (100%) Total 1,040,368 1,320,123 1,882,468 920,665 1,962,382 33,325 1,995,707 113,239 6% Net Cost $ (73,198) $ 261,406 $ 828,350 $ (370,761) $ 670,956 $ 33,325 $ 704,281 $ (124,069) (15%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 258 122 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 transPortatIon FunctIonal areaHarnett Regional Jetport Harnett Regional Jetport’s Mission is to provide comprehensive aircraft services, effective airfield maintenance, and exceptional customer service, ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency and satisfaction for every aviation partner we serve. Through attention to detail, professionalism, and dedication, we aim to streamline operations, uphold industry standards, and foster strong partnerships based on respect, ethical and fair treatment, accountability, and excellence in service delivery. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 82,000 - - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES 827,387 825,782 1,306,709 700 1,363,309 - 1,363,309 56,600 4% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 88,847 48,185 48,500 56,350 56,350 - 56,350 7,850 16% INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - 1,860,060 38,200 - - - - (38,200) (100%) Total 998,234 2,734,027 1,393,409 57,050 1,419,659 - 1,419,659 26,250 2% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 202,560 268,445 330,155 59,387 372,177 - 372,177 42,022 13% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 8,234 - - - - - - - -% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 699,731 650,790 897,275 906,975 896,775 - 896,775 (500) (0%) CURRENT SERVICES 46,913 51,167 60,517 72,195 64,585 - 64,585 4,068 7% FIXED CHARGES 50,299 51,078 69,062 83,476 77,722 - 77,722 8,660 13% CAPITAL OUTLAY 41,301 1,860,060 36,000 - - - - (36,000) (100%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 349 58 400 400 8,400 - 8,400 8,000 2000% Total 1,049,387 2,881,598 1,393,409 1,122,433 1,419,659 - 1,419,659 26,250 2% Net Cost $ 51,153 $ 147,571 $ - $ 1,065,383 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 259 Enterprise Funds HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 260 124 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 enterPrIse FundsHarnett Regional Water Fund Summary The mission of Harnett Regional Water is to provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County and the surrounding region at the most economical cost while promoting conservation and protecting the environment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES 555,432 1,297,115 750,000 800,000 800,000 - 800,000 50,000 7% ENTERPRISE CHARGES 2,477,357 2,448,342 2,418,000 2,418,000 2,418,000 - 2,418,000 - -% FACILITY FEES 41,935,720 47,630,099 43,600,000 47,000,000 47,000,000 - 47,000,000 3,400,000 8% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME (103,296,900) 1,030,389 341,412 377,000 377,000 - 377,000 35,588 10% INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - - 582,700 - - - - (582,700) (100%) Total (58,328,391) 52,405,945 47,692,112 50,595,000 50,595,000 - 50,595,000 2,902,888 6% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 8,999,945 9,899,089 11,644,545 12,484,320 12,133,289 453,235 12,586,524 941,979 8% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 280,691 519,520 1,318,490 1,513,000 1,513,000 - 1,513,000 194,510 15% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 5,318,936 6,306,537 8,431,575 9,118,475 9,118,475 - 9,118,475 686,900 8% CURRENT SERVICES 10,719,842 11,789,354 14,509,292 15,581,658 15,581,658 - 15,581,658 1,072,366 7% FIXED CHARGES 22,842,333 18,661,638 5,416,679 5,517,616 5,517,616 - 5,517,616 100,937 2% CAPITAL OUTLAY 763,967 1,778,706 1,682,424 1,864,142 818,977 942,961 1,761,938 79,514 5% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 128,899 109,512 257,600 243,900 243,900 - 243,900 (13,700) (5%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 28,847,973 5,099,661 4,431,507 4,271,889 4,271,889 - 4,271,889 (159,618) (4%) Total 77,902,586 54,164,017 47,692,112 50,595,000 49,198,804 1,396,196 50,595,000 2,902,888 6% Net Cost $ 136,230,977 $ 1,758,072 $ - $ - $ (1,396,196) $ 1,396,196 $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 261 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 125 enterPrIse FundsHarnett Regional Water Fund Revenue Revenue: FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 555,432 1,297,115 750,000 800,000 - 800,000 ENTR CHARGES - OTHER SERVICES 897,830 909,600 950,000 950,000 - 950,000 ENTR CHARGES - RETURNED CHECK 17,900 19,900 18,000 18,000 - 18,000 ENTR CHARGES - PENALTIES 1,561,627 1,518,842 1,450,000 1,450,000 - 1,450,000 FACILITY FEES - WATER 27,392,797 30,829,243 28,500,000 30,400,000 - 30,400,000 FACILITY FEES - SEWER 13,762,882 15,619,277 14,200,000 15,500,000 - 15,500,000 FACILITY FEES - ENERGY 780,041 1,181,579 900,000 1,100,000 - 1,100,000 SALE OF ASSETS 68,326 146,152 15,000 12,000 - 12,000 CAPITAL OUTLAY OFFSET (104,058,709) - - - - - INSURANCE SETTLEMENT 54,844 19,056 1,412 - - - LEASE / RENT 186,354 211,949 175,000 205,000 - 205,000 OTHER REVENUE 452,285 653,232 150,000 160,000 - 160,000 FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 582,700 - - - Total Revenue $ (58,328,391) $ 52,405,945 $ 47,692,112 $ 50,595,000 $ - $ 50,595,000 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 262 126 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 enterPrIse FundsExpansion & Other Notes Fund a full-time employee and operating costs to support Harnett Regional Water-Administration Division located at 700 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for one full-time Administration and Budget Officer position (grade 29) and operating expenses, such as computer and office supplies. This position is needed to prepare the budget on an annual basis and to manage the expenditures throughout the year in coordination with the Finance Office. Net Cost: $107,778. Harnett Regional Water – Administration The mission of Harnett Regional Water is to provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County and the surrounding region at the most economical cost while promoting conservation and protecting the environment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 2,731,198 2,798,638 3,104,250 3,327,750 3,219,972 107,778 3,327,750 223,500 7% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 54,039 252,266 354,590 258,000 258,000 - 258,000 (96,590) (27%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 282,121 515,549 1,284,650 1,394,550 1,394,550 - 1,394,550 109,900 9% CURRENT SERVICES 394,985 449,126 595,485 628,480 628,480 - 628,480 32,995 6% FIXED CHARGES 20,780,595 16,573,427 2,359,060 2,632,150 2,632,150 - 2,632,150 273,090 12% CAPITAL OUTLAY - 326,813 807,424 834,142 818,977 - 818,977 11,553 1% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 5,384 4,235 42,500 41,000 41,000 - 41,000 (1,500) (4%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 28,847,973 5,099,661 4,431,507 4,271,889 4,271,889 - 4,271,889 (159,618) (4%) Total 53,096,295 26,019,715 12,979,466 13,387,961 13,265,018 107,778 13,372,796 393,330 3% Net Cost $ 53,096,295 $ 26,019,715 $ 12,979,466 $ 13,387,961 $ 13,265,018 $ 107,778 $ 13,372,796 $ 393,330 3% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 263 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 127 enterPrIse FundsExpansion & Other Notes Fund capital costs for the purchase of three new generators, an excavator, and a trailer sewer jetter at Harnett Regional Water (HRW) located at 700 McKinney Parkway, Lillington: Provide funding for capital expenses to purchase three backup generators at sewer lift stations (SLS) #2, #26, and #35. New permanent stand-by generators at these three sewer lift stations will ensure reliable sewer service will continue in the event of power outages in these areas. The new excavator is needed for the increasing sewer service and main repairs, and the trailer sewer jetter is needed to clean out clogged sewer services and lines throughout our growing service area. Net Cost: $330,661. Harnett Regional Water – Sewer Collections The mission of Harnett Regional Water is to provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County and the surrounding region at the most economical cost while promoting conservation and protecting the environment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,159,931 1,305,948 1,583,198 1,699,193 1,699,193 - 1,699,193 115,995 7% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 21,350 39,829 105,000 145,000 145,000 - 145,000 40,000 38% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 715,043 738,669 1,048,650 1,150,200 1,150,200 - 1,150,200 101,550 10% CURRENT SERVICES 2,709,410 2,437,744 3,306,480 3,074,650 3,074,650 - 3,074,650 (231,830) (7%) FIXED CHARGES 186,964 187,931 259,263 312,538 312,538 - 312,538 53,275 21% CAPITAL OUTLAY 265,993 427,553 278,000 410,000 - 330,661 330,661 52,661 19% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 14,180 11,125 27,000 27,000 27,000 - 27,000 - -% Total 5,072,871 5,148,799 6,607,591 6,818,581 6,408,581 330,661 6,739,242 131,651 2% Net Cost $ 5,072,871 $ 5,148,799 $ 6,607,591 $ 6,818,581 $ 6,408,581 $ 330,661 $ 6,739,242 $ 131,651 2% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 264 128 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 enterPrIse FundsExpansion & Other Notes Fund three full-time employee and operating costs to support Harnett Regional Water (HRW) located at 312 W Duncan Street, Lillington: Provide funding for one Distribution System Technician Trainee (grade 17), one Utility Construction Inspector (grade 23), and one Utility Systems Manager (grade 32) and operating expenses, such as computers, uniforms and equipment. The Distribution division is responsible for both water and sewer taps and is currently facing unprecedented demand due to high growth in the county. The new Distribution System Technician Trainee position will enable the division to establish four crews to help alleviate longer waiting periods for our customers. The new Utility Construction Inspector is needed due to high residential growth in the county. This position will enable the division to complete the required inspections to keep the projects moving through the approval process in a timely manner. HRW maintenance divisions continue to grow and need more oversight. The new Utility Systems Manager position would directly oversee the Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections and Utility Pump & Electrical Maintenance Divisions. All three of these division supervisors would report to this position to coordinate and consolidate their functions. Net Cost: $273,949. Fund capital costs for a new standby generator at Harnett Regional Water (HRW) located at 312 W Duncan Street, Lillington: Provide funding for capital expenses to purchase a standby generator for Metro #1 Water Booster. The booster station needs a new emergency standby permanent generator in case of power failure. Net Cost: $160,000. Fund capital costs for one new and three replacement vehicles at Harnett Regional Water (HRW) located at312 W Duncan Street, Lillington: Provide funding for capital expenses to purchase a new truck for the new requested Utility Construction Inspector position and to replace three trucks with the Water Distribution Division. The vehicles have excessive miles and maintenance issues. The mission of HRW is to provide the highest quality of Harnett Regional Water – Water Distribution The mission of Harnett Regional Water is to provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County and the surrounding region at the most economical cost while promoting conservation and protecting the environment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,466,219 1,716,747 2,004,517 2,259,873 1,988,930 273,949 2,262,879 258,362 13% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 106,983 74,673 155,500 502,500 502,500 - 502,500 347,000 223% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 725,217 903,096 1,247,400 1,265,700 1,265,700 - 1,265,700 18,300 1% CURRENT SERVICES 2,493,331 2,466,647 3,289,782 3,617,850 3,617,850 - 3,617,850 328,068 10% FIXED CHARGES 362,692 366,170 410,871 379,946 379,946 - 379,946 (30,925) (8%) CAPITAL OUTLAY 136,662 706,341 204,750 378,000 - 374,800 374,800 170,050 83% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 57,162 68,198 94,200 87,200 87,200 - 87,200 (7,000) (7%) Total 5,348,266 6,301,872 7,407,020 8,491,069 7,842,126 648,749 8,490,875 1,083,855 15% Net Cost $ 5,348,266 $ 6,301,872 $ 7,407,020 $ 8,491,069 $ 7,842,126 $ 648,749 $ 8,490,875 $ 1,083,855 15% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 265 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 129 enterPrIse Fundswater and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County. To provide this type of service, staff must be provided with safe and reliable vehicles. Net Cost: $214,800. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 266 130 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 enterPrIse FundsHarnett Regional Water – Water Treatment Plant The mission of Harnett Regional Water is to provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County and the surrounding region at the most economical cost while promoting conservation and protecting the environment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,418,551 1,589,359 1,901,600 2,022,500 2,022,500 - 2,022,500 120,900 6% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 13,296 66,542 601,900 438,000 438,000 - 438,000 (163,900) (27%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 2,936,263 3,407,631 3,807,500 4,080,600 4,080,600 - 4,080,600 273,100 7% CURRENT SERVICES 2,665,845 3,262,761 4,188,260 4,551,003 4,551,003 - 4,551,003 362,743 9% FIXED CHARGES 687,446 695,442 774,620 676,117 676,117 - 676,117 (98,503) (13%) CAPITAL OUTLAY 258,656 63,723 76,000 - - - - (76,000) (100%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 14,431 9,713 39,700 23,500 23,500 - 23,500 (16,200) (41%) Total 7,994,488 9,095,171 11,389,580 11,791,720 11,791,720 - 11,791,720 402,140 4% Net Cost $ 7,994,488 $ 9,095,171 $ 11,389,580 $ 11,791,720 $ 11,791,720 $ - $ 11,791,720 $ 402,140 4% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 267 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 131 enterPrIse FundsExpansion & Other Notes Fund capital costs for replacement equipment at Harnett Regional Water (HRW) located at 312 W Duncan Street, Lillington: Provide funding for capital expense to replace a 50KW generator at the maintenance building and a replacement mower at the North Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant (NHWWTP). The existing 50KW generator is unrepairable, and the replacement will ensure emergency backup generation at the maintenance building. The current mower is also unrepairable and the replacement will allow for continued landscape management on the 50+ acre site. Net Cost: $86,400. Harnett Regional Water – North Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant The mission of Harnett Regional Water is to provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County and the surrounding region at the most economical cost while promoting conservation and protecting the environment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,040,691 1,163,445 1,449,550 1,514,000 1,514,000 - 1,514,000 64,450 4% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 45,163 45,325 54,000 82,000 82,000 - 82,000 28,000 52% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 430,976 451,119 665,075 790,075 790,075 - 790,075 125,000 19% CURRENT SERVICES 1,241,287 1,619,879 1,517,065 1,640,575 1,640,575 - 1,640,575 123,510 8% FIXED CHARGES 387,865 427,645 960,026 876,026 876,026 - 876,026 (84,000) (9%) CAPITAL OUTLAY - 67,109 58,375 88,000 - 86,400 86,400 28,025 48% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 11,271 11,243 26,000 25,500 25,500 - 25,500 (500) (2%) Total 3,157,253 3,785,765 4,730,091 5,016,176 4,928,176 86,400 5,014,576 284,485 6% Net Cost $ 3,157,253 $ 3,785,765 $ 4,730,091 $ 5,016,176 $ 4,928,176 $ 86,400 $ 5,014,576 $ 284,485 6% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 268 132 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 enterPrIse FundsExpansion & Other Notes Fund one full-time employee and operating costs to support Harnett Regional Water (HRW) located at Shady Grove Road, Spring Lake: Provide funding for one full-time Utility System Pump Technician position (grade 19) and operating expenses, such as computers, uniforms, and equipment. The new Utility System Pump Technician position is needed to comply with the growth in residential housing throughout the county. The majority of new subdivisions are connecting to sewer and adding sewer lift stations at each location. Some of the larger developments add two or more when building is complete. These stations need to be visited and maintained on a daily basis. Currently, HRW has over 135 stations. Net Cost: $71,508. Fund capital costs for one new vehicle and one replacement vehicle at Harnett Regional Water (HRW) located at Shady Grove Road, Spring Lake: Provide funding for capital expenses to purchase a new service truck for the new requested Utility System Pump Technician position and a replacement vehicle at the South Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant (SHWWTP). The current vehicle has excessive miles and maintenance issues. The mission of HRW is to provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County. To provide this type of service, staff must be provided with safe and reliable vehicles. Net Cost: $128,400. Fund capital costs for one new trailer at Harnett Regional Water (HRW) located at Shady Grove Road, Spring Lake: Provide funding for capital expenses to purchase a new drop deck trailer to haul the 30 foot scissor lift. Net Cost: $22,700. Harnett Regional Water – South Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant The mission of Harnett Regional Water is to provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services to the citizens of Harnett County and the surrounding region at the most economical cost while promoting conservation and protecting the environment. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,119,075 1,249,228 1,546,004 1,661,004 1,590,245 71,508 1,661,753 115,749 7% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 39,860 40,885 47,500 87,500 87,500 - 87,500 40,000 84% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 229,316 290,473 378,300 437,350 437,350 - 437,350 59,050 16% CURRENT SERVICES 1,214,984 1,553,197 1,612,220 2,069,100 2,069,100 - 2,069,100 456,880 28% FIXED CHARGES 436,771 411,023 652,839 640,839 640,839 - 640,839 (12,000) (2%) CAPITAL OUTLAY 102,656 187,167 257,875 154,000 - 151,100 151,100 (106,775) (41%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 26,471 4,998 28,200 39,700 39,700 - 39,700 11,500 41% Total 3,169,133 3,736,971 4,522,938 5,089,493 4,864,734 222,608 5,087,342 564,404 12% Net Cost $ 3,169,133 $ 3,736,971 $ 4,522,938 $ 5,089,493 $ 4,864,734 $ 222,608 $ 5,087,342 $ 564,404 12% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 269 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 133 enterPrIse FundsHarnett Regional Water – Retiree Insurance The Harnett Regional Water (HRW) Retiree Health Insurance Fund is used to account for revenues and expenses associated with post-employment medical benefits and Medicare supplement reimbursements for eligible HRW county retirees as directed by the County’s Personnel Ordinance. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 64,280 75,724 55,426 - 98,449 - 98,449 43,023 78% Total 64,280 75,724 55,426 - 98,449 - 98,449 43,023 78% Net Cost $ 64,280 $ 75,724 $ 55,426 $ - $ 98,449 $ - $ 98,449 $ 43,023 78% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 270 134 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 enterPrIse FundsExpansion & Other Notes Fund two full-time employees and operating costs to support Solid Waste located at 449 Daniels Rd, Dunn and 1086 Poplar Drive, Spring Lake: Provide funding for two full-time Heavy Equipment Operator positions (grade 18) and operating expenses, such as uniforms. The new Heavy Equipment Operators are needed to assist with extended hours of operation at the landfills. Net Cost: $133,312. Solid Waste Fund It is the mission of the Harnett County Solid Waste Department to be an innovative and responsive organization that aggressively provides environmentally sound and fiscally responsible waste management all while educating the public on responsible long term waste management practices and systems. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED REVENUE 378,939 418,366 300,000 375,000 375,000 - 375,000 75,000 25% SERVICE CHARGES 18,173 8,173 6,858 - - - - (6,858) (100%) ENTERPRISE CHARGES 3,525,625 3,472,432 3,912,000 3,514,000 3,514,000 - 3,514,000 (398,000) (10%) FACILITY FEES 4,824,836 4,919,568 4,822,000 4,822,000 4,983,554 - 4,983,554 161,554 3% MISCELLANEOUS INCOME (572,047) 109,717 185,000 100,000 100,000 - 100,000 (85,000) (46%) Total 8,175,526 8,928,256 9,225,858 8,811,000 8,972,554 - 8,972,554 (253,304) (3%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 1,195,304 1,298,524 1,501,816 78,300 1,602,790 133,312 1,736,102 234,286 16% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 126,120 147,696 181,340 224,340 224,340 - 224,340 43,000 24% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 124,346 153,421 237,614 413,549 413,549 - 413,549 175,935 74% CURRENT SERVICES 687,517 1,154,811 1,437,838 858,738 858,738 - 858,738 (579,100) (40%) FIXED CHARGES 4,200,575 4,733,695 4,912,869 5,329,259 5,329,259 - 5,329,259 416,390 8% CAPITAL OUTLAY (66,956) - 95,154 7,200 7,200 - 7,200 (87,954) (92%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - 9,341 17,714 15,400 15,400 - 15,400 (2,314) (13%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 900,928 1,636,229 841,513 387,966 387,966 - 387,966 (453,547) (54%) Total 7,167,834 9,133,717 9,225,858 7,314,752 8,839,242 133,312 8,972,554 (253,304) (3%) Net Cost $ (1,007,692) $ 205,461 $ - $ (1,496,248) $ (133,312) $ 133,312 $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 271 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 135 enterPrIse FundsSolid Waste Revenues Revenue: FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended RESTRICTED - STATE 378,939 418,366 300,000 375,000 - 375,000 SERVICE CHARGES - INDIRECT COST - - 6,858 - - - SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 18,173 8,173 - - - - ENTR CHARGES - OTHER SERVICES 3,513,150 3,458,307 3,900,000 3,500,000 - 3,500,000 ENTR CHARGES - SPECIAL CHARGES 12,375 14,125 12,000 14,000 - 14,000 ENTR CHARGES - RETURNED CHECK 100 - - - - - FACILITY FEES - SW - CURRENT 4,786,060 4,886,580 4,800,000 4,950,554 - 4,950,554 FACILITY FEES - SW - PRIOR 38,776 32,988 22,000 33,000 - 33,000 SALE OF MATERIALS AND SCRAP 93,417 109,253 185,000 100,000 - 100,000 SALE OF ASSETS 52,625 - - - - - CAPITAL OUTLAY OFFSET (738,120) - - - - - INSURANCE SETTLEMENT 19,356 - - - - - OTHER REVENUE 675 464 - - - - Total Revenue $ 8,175,526 $ 8,928,256 $ 9,225,858 $ 8,972,554 $ - $ 8,972,554 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 272 enterPrIse Funds136 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 273 Other Funds HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 274 138 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes Capital Improvements Program Funding: The FY 2026 budget includes $1,400,000 to fund the CIP school maintenance fund. Because of the loss of more than $1 million in lottery proceeds, the Approved 2022-2028 CIP reduced the funding to $410,000 per year. Because of the importance of providing maintenance for schools, funding has been restored to what was originally recommended. The County has absorbed the loss in lottery proceeds. Capital Reserve Funds Capital Reserve Funds account for financial resources that are earmarked for future capital needs. Board of Education Capital Reserve This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with the capital purchases of the Harnett County Schools. Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 1,841,528 2,453,056 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 2,421,528 - 2,421,528 - 2,421,528 - -% Total 1,841,528 2,453,056 2,421,528 - 2,421,528 - 2,421,528 - -% Expenses CAPITAL OUTLAY 430,536 568,773 1,021,528 - 1,021,528 - 1,021,528 - -% EDUCATION - 1,246,526 1,400,000 - 1,400,000 - 1,400,000 - -% Total 430,536 1,815,299 2,421,528 - 2,421,528 - 2,421,528 - -% Net Cost $ (1,410,992) $ (637,757) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 275 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 139 other FundsCentral Carolina Community College Capital Reserve This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with the capital purchases of Central Carolina Community College. Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL - 589,000 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - CAPITAL RESERVE - 210,000 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 231,725 - 589,000 - 589,000 357,275 154% Total - 799,000 231,725 - 589,000 - 589,000 357,275 154% Expenses EDUCATION - - 231,725 - 589,000 - 589,000 357,275 154% Total - - 231,725 - 589,000 - 589,000 357,275 154% Net Cost $ - $ (799,000) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 276 140 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsEconomic Development Capital Reserve This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with capital purchases for the Harnett County Economic Department. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 2,500,000 3,000,000 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 5,500,000 - 100,000 - - - - (100,000) (100%) FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 8,000,000 - 94,850 - 94,850 (7,905,150) (99%) Total 8,000,000 3,000,000 8,100,000 - 94,850 - 94,850 (8,005,150) (99%) Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - 11,739 5,100,000 - 94,850 - 94,850 (5,005,150) (98%) CAPITAL OUTLAY - - 3,000,000 - - - - (3,000,000) (100%) Total - 11,739 8,100,000 - 94,850 - 94,850 (8,005,150) (99%) Net Cost $ (8,000,000) $ (2,988,261) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 277 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 141 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes Capital Improvements Program Funding: The FY 2026 budget includes funding for the following capital items, which were approved in the FY 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program: >Replacement of a Convalescent Transport Unit ($141,136) >Replacement of one Emergency Transport Units ($285,709) Due to supply chain issues, two Emergency Transport Units that were budgeted in FY 2025 will now be purchased in FY 2026. >Replacement of two Emergency Transport Units ($527,658) - estimated arrival November 2025 and June 2026 Emergency Services Capital Reserve This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with capital purchases for the Harnett County Emergency Services Department. Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED - FEDERAL 424,211 - - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL - 184,470 - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS - 646,100 - - - - - - -% SALE OF ASSETS 51,800 43,347 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 690,000 1,100,000 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - CAPITAL RESERVE 571,535 - - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 2,113,928 - 1,377,658 - 1,377,658 (736,270) (35%) Total 1,737,546 1,973,917 2,113,928 - 1,377,658 - 1,377,658 (736,270) (35%) Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 8,551 - - - - - - - -% CAPITAL OUTLAY 391,646 793,395 1,816,167 527,658 954,503 - 954,503 (861,664) (47%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - - 297,761 - 423,155 - 423,155 125,394 42% Total 400,197 793,395 2,113,928 527,658 1,377,658 - 1,377,658 (736,270) (35%) Net Cost $ (1,337,349) $ (1,180,522) $ - $ 527,658 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 278 142 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes The recommended funding: >Provides funding a new maintenance building at Harnett Regional Jetport ($55,000) >Provides funding for Hangar Upfit - office space at Harnett Regional Jetport ($25,000) >Provides funding for property cleanup at Harnett Regional Jetport ($100,000) >Provides funding for the demolition of the old daycare facility at Benhaven Campus ($50,000) General Government Capital Reserve This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with capital purchases for various Harnett County departments (unless otherwise noted). Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 15,101 3,501,773 - - - - - - -% SALE OF ASSETS 9,156 - - - - - - - -% OTHER REVENUE 100,000 - - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - CAPITAL PROJECT 334,360 71,187 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 1,671,403 - - 1,005,000 1,005,000 (666,403) (40%) Total 458,617 3,572,960 1,671,403 - - 1,005,000 1,005,000 (666,403) (40%) Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 258,920 274,570 353,640 - - - - (353,640) (100%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS - 36,942 - - - - - - -% CURRENT SERVICES - 9,489 - - - - - - -% FIXED CHARGES - - - - - 150,000 150,000 150,000 -% CAPITAL OUTLAY 334,734 9,465 190,173 - - 80,000 80,000 (110,173) (58%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - 25,229 13,870 - - - - (13,870) (100%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 678,876 210,000 1,113,720 - - 775,000 775,000 (338,720) (30%) Total 1,272,530 565,695 1,671,403 - - 1,005,000 1,005,000 (666,403) (40%) Net Cost $ 813,913 $ (3,007,265) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 279 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 143 other FundsCapital Improvements Program Funding: The FY 2026 budget includes funding for the following capital items, which were approved in the FY 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program: >Provides funding for the Fleet Maintenance Expansion project ($775,000) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 280 144 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes Capital Improvements Program Funding: The FY 2026 budget includes $500,000 to fund various facilities’ maintenance projects. Facilities Maintenance Capital Reserve This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with capital purchases for improvements to Harnett County facilities. Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL - 287,301 - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS - 1,000,000 - - - - - - -% SALE OF ASSETS 7,822 - - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 500,000 500,000 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 500,000 - - 500,000 500,000 - -% Total 507,822 1,787,301 500,000 - - 500,000 500,000 - -% Expenses CURRENT SERVICES 180,000 750,819 500,000 - - 500,000 500,000 - -% Total 180,000 750,819 500,000 - - 500,000 500,000 - -% Net Cost $ (327,822) $ (1,036,482) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 281 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 145 other FundsLibrary Capital Reserve This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with capital purchases for the Harnett County Public Library and branches. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED - LOCAL 73,364 93,512 - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS - 60,422 - - - - - - -% CONTRIBUTIONS AND DONATIONS 100 - - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 47,529 - - - - (47,529) (100%) Total 73,464 153,934 47,529 - - - - (47,529) (100%) Expenses CURRENT SERVICES - - 4,800 - - - - (4,800) (100%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - - 42,729 - - - - (42,729) (100%) Total - - 47,529 - - - - (47,529) (100%) Net Cost $ (73,464) $ (153,934) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 282 146 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes Capital Improvements Program Funding: The FY 2026 budget includes funding for the following capital items, which were approved in the FY 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program: >Anderson Creek Park Development Phase 3 ($140,612) >Cape Fear Shiner Park Development Phase 2 ($262,600) >Neills Creek Park Development Phase 1 ($387,822) Parks & Recreation Capital Reserve This fund is used to account for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with capital purchases for improvements to the County’s parks and other recreation facilities. Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS - 939,400 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 700,000 331,000 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 1,059,479 - 891,034 - 891,034 (168,445) (16%) Total 700,000 1,270,400 1,059,479 - 891,034 - 891,034 (168,445) (16%) Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 7,200 75,948 201,500 - - - - (201,500) (100%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 7,479 10,399 5,500 - - - - (5,500) (100%) CURRENT SERVICES 3,000 66,719 58,000 - - - - (58,000) (100%) CAPITAL OUTLAY - 23,381 - - - - - - -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 17,335 45,306 16,000 - - - - (16,000) (100%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - 73,500 778,479 - 891,034 - 891,034 112,555 14% Total 35,014 295,253 1,059,479 - 891,034 - 891,034 (168,445) (16%) Net Cost $ (664,986) $ (975,147) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 283 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 147 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes Capital Improvements Program Funding: The FY 2026 budget includes funds for vehicles, which was approved in the FY 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program. Sheriff’s Capital Reserve This fund is used to account for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with the capital purchases for the Harnett County Sheriff’s. Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS - 724,700 - - - - - - -% SALE OF ASSETS 51,504 21,856 - - - - - - -% CONTRIBUTIONS AND DONATIONS 100 - - - - - - - -% INSURANCE SETTLEMENT 65,286 29,628 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 1,112,285 874,700 - - 224,700 - 224,700 224,700 -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 824,700 - 653,000 - 653,000 (171,700) (21%) Total 1,229,175 1,650,884 824,700 - 877,700 - 877,700 53,000 6% Expenses CAPITAL OUTLAY 650,400 1,470,709 824,700 800,000 877,700 - 877,700 53,000 6% Total 650,400 1,470,709 824,700 800,000 877,700 - 877,700 53,000 6% Net Cost $ (578,775) $ (180,175) $ - $ 800,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 284 148 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsSolid Waste Post Closure Fund This fund is used to account for any necessary activity associated with maintenance and monitoring functions of the Dunn-Erwin and Anderson Creek municipal landfill facilities. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TRANSFERS FROM - ENTERPRISE 237,350 251,591 251,591 251,591 251,591 - 251,591 - -% Total 237,350 251,591 251,591 251,591 251,591 - 251,591 - -% Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - - 251,591 251,591 251,591 - 251,591 - -% Total - - 251,591 251,591 251,591 - 251,591 - -% Net Cost $ (237,350) $ (251,591) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 285 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 149 other FundsSolid Waste Capital Reserve Fund This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with capital purchases for the Solid Waste enterprise fund. Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TRANSFERS FROM - ENTERPRISE 315,628 1,233,188 443,272 - - - - (443,272) (100%) FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 2,398,965 - - - - (2,398,965) (100%) Total 315,628 1,233,188 2,842,237 - - - - (2,842,237) (100%) Expenses CAPITAL OUTLAY (671,164) - 1,500,000 - - - - (1,500,000) (100%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - - 1,342,237 - - - - (1,342,237) (100%) Total (671,164) - 2,842,237 - - - - (2,842,237) (100%) Net Cost $ (986,792) $ (1,233,188) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 286 150 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsTransportation Capital Reserve This fund accounts for capital projects and purchases for Harnett Regional Jetport. Please refer to the Harnett County Approved 2026-2032 Capital Improvements Program document approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners for further details. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TRANSFERS FROM - CAPITAL PROJECT 11,869 - - - - - - - -% Total 11,869 - - - - - - - -% Expenses INTERFUND / BUDGETARY (1,782) (6,000,000) - - - - - - -% Total (1,782) (6,000,000) - - - - - - -% Net Cost $ (13,651) $ (6,000,000) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 287 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 151 other FundsDebt Service Funds Debt Service funds account for the debt obligations of the County’s three major operating funds: General, Harnett Regional Water, and Solid Waste. General Government Debt Service Fund This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with general government debt obligations of the County. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues ARTICLE 40 SALES TAX 3,092,250 - - - - - - - -% ARTICLE 42 SALES TAX 6,184,499 - - - - - - - -% ARTICLE 46 SALES TAX 4,061,296 - - - - - - - -% SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 3,189,587 273,119 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 11,000,000 4,897,823 4,893,725 - 4,774,701 - 4,774,701 (119,024) (2%) Total 27,527,632 5,170,942 4,893,725 - 4,774,701 - 4,774,701 (119,024) (2%) Expenses DEBT SERVICE 22,267,762 4,894,323 4,893,725 3,280,075 4,774,701 - 4,774,701 (119,024) (2%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - 18,561,508 - - - - - - -% Total 22,267,762 23,455,831 4,893,725 3,280,075 4,774,701 - 4,774,701 (119,024) (2%) Net Cost $ (5,259,870) $ 18,284,889 $ - $ 3,280,075 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 288 152 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsBoard of Education Debt Service Fund This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with general government debt obligations of Harnett County Schools. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues ARTICLE 40 SALES TAX - 3,133,017 2,415,182 - 2,415,182 - 2,415,182 - -% ARTICLE 42 SALES TAX - 6,266,034 5,244,640 - 5,244,640 - 5,244,640 - -% ARTICLE 46 SALES TAX - 4,300,749 3,122,285 - 3,122,285 - 3,122,285 - -% SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS - 564,445 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL - 6,102,177 6,106,275 - 6,225,299 - 6,225,299 119,024 2% TRANSFERS FROM - DEBT SERVICE - 18,561,508 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - - - 5,184,482 - 5,184,482 5,184,482 -% Total - 38,927,930 16,888,382 - 22,191,888 - 22,191,888 5,303,506 31% Expenses DEBT SERVICE - 16,730,961 16,888,382 14,409,016 22,191,888 - 22,191,888 5,303,506 31% Total - 16,730,961 16,888,382 14,409,016 22,191,888 - 22,191,888 5,303,506 31% Net Cost $ - $ (22,196,969) $ - $ 14,409,016 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 289 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 153 other FundsHarnett Regional Water Debt Service Fund This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with the debt obligations of the Harnett Regional Water System and water and sewer districts. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TRANSFERS FROM - ENTERPRISE 4,475,065 4,441,495 4,333,807 - 4,271,889 - 4,271,889 (61,918) (1%) FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 7,000 - - - - (7,000) (100%) Total 4,475,065 4,441,495 4,340,807 - 4,271,889 - 4,271,889 (68,918) (2%) Expenses DEBT SERVICE 1,203,973 4,437,494 4,340,807 - 4,271,889 - 4,271,889 (68,918) (2%) Total 1,203,973 4,437,494 4,340,807 - 4,271,889 - 4,271,889 (68,918) (2%) Net Cost $ (3,271,092) $ (4,001) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 290 154 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsSolid Waste Debt Service Fund This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with the debt obligations of the Solid Waste Fund. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TRANSFERS FROM - ENTERPRISE 347,950 151,450 146,650 - 136,375 - 136,375 (10,275) (7%) Total 347,950 151,450 146,650 - 136,375 - 136,375 (10,275) (7%) Expenses DEBT SERVICE 15,978 144,450 146,650 - 136,375 - 136,375 (10,275) (7%) Total 15,978 144,450 146,650 - 136,375 - 136,375 (10,275) (7%) Net Cost $ (331,972) $ (7,000) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 291 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 155 other FundsInternal Service Funds Internal service funds account for the financing of goods and services provided by one County department to other County departments on a cost-reimbursement basis. Dental Insurance Fund This fund is used to account for revenues and expenses of the County’s self-insured dental coverage for County employees. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 519,534 570,910 650,000 - 650,000 - 650,000 - -% Total 519,534 570,910 650,000 - 650,000 - 650,000 - -% Expenses FIXED CHARGES 460,867 461,935 650,000 - 650,000 - 650,000 - -% Total 460,867 461,935 650,000 - 650,000 - 650,000 - -% Net Cost $ (58,667) $ (108,975) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 292 156 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsEmployee Clinic Fund This fund accounts for the revenues and expenses of the Health Clinic operated for County employees. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 154,380 186,445 229,901 - 251,784 - 251,784 21,883 10% Total 154,380 186,445 229,901 - 251,784 - 251,784 21,883 10% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 124,035 136,604 149,850 - 159,228 - 159,228 9,378 6% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 33,900 36,938 51,400 51,300 51,300 - 51,300 (100) (0%) CURRENT SERVICES 265 - 4,730 300 300 - 300 (4,430) (94%) FIXED CHARGES 19,880 21,823 23,921 24,956 24,956 - 24,956 1,035 4% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - - - 16,000 16,000 - 16,000 16,000 -% Total 178,080 195,365 229,901 92,556 251,784 - 251,784 21,883 10% Net Cost $ 23,700 $ 8,920 $ - $ 92,556 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 293 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 157 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes The FY 2026 budget includes funding for replacement vehicles at Department of Social Services (DSS), Parks and Recreation and Development Services: As part of the vehicle renewal program, six vehicles from three departments are recommened for replacement during FY 2026. Fiscal year 2026 departments include: DSS (2), Parks and Recreation (2) and Development Services (2). The vehicles selected for replacement are part of the aged fleet, some with high miles, and all past the powertrain warranty which also skews resale values when sold on GovDeals (online government auction platform). Net Cost: $229,250. Fleet Replacement Fund This fund is used to account for the expenditures and revenues directly associated with vehicle replacements for General Fund departments, not including public safety. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 121,749 417,816 192,640 254,748 254,748 - 254,748 62,108 32% SALE OF ASSETS 16,270 22,360 31,639 12,000 12,000 - 12,000 (19,639) (62%) INSURANCE SETTLEMENT - - 32,042 - - - - (32,042) (100%) TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 100,000 - - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 431,000 - - - - (431,000) (100%) Total 238,019 440,176 687,321 266,748 266,748 - 266,748 (420,573) (61%) Expenses FIXED CHARGES 14,650 - - - - - - - -% CAPITAL OUTLAY 144,477 531,943 687,321 - - 229,250 229,250 (458,071) (67%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY - - - - - 37,498 37,498 37,498 -% Total 159,127 531,943 687,321 - - 266,748 266,748 (420,573) (61%) Net Cost $ (78,892) $ 91,767 $ - $ (266,748) $ (266,748) $ 266,748 $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 294 158 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsFlexible Spending Fund This fund accounts for employee pre-tax contributions that are later reimbursed for eligible medical, dental, and childcare expenses. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 335,700 368,200 400,000 - 400,000 - 400,000 - -% Total 335,700 368,200 400,000 - 400,000 - 400,000 - -% Expenses FIXED CHARGES 318,214 353,249 400,000 - 400,000 - 400,000 - -% Total 318,214 353,249 400,000 - 400,000 - 400,000 - -% Net Cost $ (17,486) $ (14,951) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 295 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 159 other FundsHealth Insurance Fund This fund is used to account for revenues and expenses of the county’s self-insured medical coverage for County employees. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 11,097,616 11,495,417 12,000,000 13,800,000 13,800,000 - 13,800,000 1,800,000 15% RX REBATE 313,483 - - - - - - - -% OTHER REVENUE 947,519 1,449,860 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 1,503,500 1,965,890 1,965,890 - 1,965,890 462,390 31% Total 12,358,618 12,945,277 13,503,500 15,765,890 15,765,890 - 15,765,890 2,262,390 17% Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - 39,279 140,000 140,000 140,000 - 140,000 - -% CURRENT SERVICES - 4,038 3,500 4,890 4,890 - 4,890 1,390 40% FIXED CHARGES 10,662,370 12,423,032 13,360,000 15,621,000 15,621,000 - 15,621,000 2,261,000 17% Total 10,662,370 12,466,349 13,503,500 15,765,890 15,765,890 - 15,765,890 2,262,390 17% Net Cost $ (1,696,248) $ (478,928) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 296 160 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsInformation Technology Fund This fund is used to account for the activity associated with the County’s information technology needs. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL - 221,493 - 166,000 166,000 - 166,000 166,000 -% SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS - 250,000 - - - - - - -% SALE OF ASSETS 51,434 20,481 - 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 10,000 -% LEASE / RENT 981,211 947,466 957,900 972,790 972,790 - 972,790 14,890 2% OTHER REVENUE 569,165 727,436 2,477,060 2,809,750 2,809,750 - 2,809,750 332,690 13% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 2,074,009 350,000 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - - 344,640 344,640 - 344,640 344,640 -% Total 3,675,819 2,516,876 3,434,960 4,303,180 4,303,180 - 4,303,180 868,220 25% Expenses SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 443 1,191 20,000 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 - -% CURRENT SERVICES 353,923 435,034 568,180 575,580 575,580 - 575,580 7,400 1% FIXED CHARGES 744,068 1,046,865 1,951,000 2,234,600 2,234,600 - 2,234,600 283,600 15% CAPITAL OUTLAY 938,764 - - 500,000 500,000 - 500,000 500,000 -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 610,120 445,352 895,780 973,000 973,000 - 973,000 77,220 9% Total 2,647,318 1,928,442 3,434,960 4,303,180 4,303,180 - 4,303,180 868,220 25% Net Cost $ (1,028,501) $ (588,434) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 297 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 161 other FundsRetiree Health Insurance Fund This fund is used to account for revenues and expenses of the County’s self-insured medical coverage for eligible County retirees. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 1,409,302 1,303,629 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 - -% ENTR CHARGES - RETURNED CHECK 225 75 - - - - - - -% Total 1,409,527 1,303,704 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 - -% Expenses FIXED CHARGES 1,357,594 1,006,285 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 - -% Total 1,357,594 1,006,285 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 - 1,500,000 - -% Net Cost $ (51,933) $ (297,419) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 298 162 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsRisk Management Fund This fund is used to account for revenues and expenses of the county’s self-insured risk management for County employees. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL - 1,584,806 1,971,757 - 2,112,435 - 2,112,435 140,678 7% SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS - 500,000 - - - - - - -% OTHER REVENUE - 3,847 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - INTERNL SERVICE 1,000,000 - - - - - - - -% Total 1,000,000 2,088,653 1,971,757 - 2,112,435 - 2,112,435 140,678 7% Expenses FIXED CHARGES - 1,455,955 1,971,757 - 2,112,435 - 2,112,435 140,678 7% Total - 1,455,955 1,971,757 - 2,112,435 - 2,112,435 140,678 7% Net Cost $ (1,000,000) $ (632,698) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 299 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 163 other FundsUnemployment Insurance Fund This fund accounts for funds set aside for unemployment claims against Harnett County processed through the NC Department of Commerce Division of Employment Security. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 128,055 93,116 250,000 - 250,000 - 250,000 - -% Total 128,055 93,116 250,000 - 250,000 - 250,000 - -% Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 31,607 49,732 250,000 - 250,000 - 250,000 - -% INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 1,000,000 - - - - - - - -% Total 1,031,607 49,732 250,000 - 250,000 - 250,000 - -% Net Cost $ 903,552 $ (43,384) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 300 164 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsWorkers Compensation Insurance Fund This fund is used to account for revenues and expenses of the county’s self-insured workers compensation for County employees. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 553,775 543,552 850,000 - 850,000 - 850,000 - -% INSURANCE SETTLEMENT 218 - - - - - - - -% OTHER REVENUE 5,575 - - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - - - 25,000 - 25,000 25,000 -% Total 559,568 543,552 850,000 - 875,000 - 875,000 25,000 3% Expenses FIXED CHARGES 854,567 516,874 850,000 - 875,000 - 875,000 25,000 3% Total 854,567 516,874 850,000 - 875,000 - 875,000 25,000 3% Net Cost $ 294,999 $ (26,678) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 301 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 165 other FundsSpecial Revenue Funds Special revenue funds are used to account for specific revenues that are legally restricted for particular purposes. American Rescue Plan Funds This fund accounts for the funds received by the Federal government to manage the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED - FEDERAL 7,001,497 4,847,917 5,458,946 - - - - (5,458,946) (100%) SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 880,076 1,182,787 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 2,083,858 - - - - (2,083,858) (100%) Total 7,881,573 6,030,704 7,542,804 - - - - (7,542,804) (100%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 117,822 - - - - - - - -% FIXED CHARGES 15,000 - - - - - - - -% CAPITAL OUTLAY 5,619,227 1,571,309 - - - - - - -% INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 1,249,448 3,276,608 7,542,804 - - - - (7,542,804) (100%) Total 7,001,497 4,847,917 7,542,804 - - - - (7,542,804) (100%) Net Cost $ (880,076) $ (1,182,787) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 302 166 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes The FY 2026 budget includes funding for new dive team equipment, new vehicles and upfit equipment, technology equipment, and software upgrades at the Sheriff’s Office. Asset Forfeiture Fund This fund accounts for the revenues of assets seized as a result of criminal activity. These funds are forwarded to the County by the State for asset seizures that result from law enforcement efforts that the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office participated in. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues OTHER REVENUE - 579,883 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 963,500 - 778,050 - 778,050 (185,450) (19%) Total - 579,883 963,500 - 778,050 - 778,050 (185,450) (19%) Expenses SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 14,943 - 20,000 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 - -% CURRENT SERVICES 25,830 - - - - - - - -% FIXED CHARGES 10,575 7,144 310,000 398,100 398,100 - 398,100 88,100 28% CAPITAL OUTLAY 267,986 171,566 305,000 250,000 250,000 - 250,000 (55,000) (18%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 113,248 61,519 328,500 109,950 109,950 - 109,950 (218,550) (67%) Total 432,582 240,229 963,500 778,050 778,050 - 778,050 (185,450) (19%) Net Cost $ 432,582 $ (339,654) $ - $ 778,050 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 303 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 167 other FundsAutomation Enhancement & Preservation Fund This fund accounts for 10 percent of fees collected in the Register of Deeds Office. These funds are required by NC statutes to be set aside and used to finance expenditures to improve automation in the Register of Deeds Office. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED - STATE 2,166 - 4,714 - - - - (4,714) (100%) SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 75,020 76,017 67,600 75,000 75,000 - 75,000 7,400 11% SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 485 163 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 49,332 63,076 63,076 - 63,076 13,744 28% Total 77,671 76,180 121,646 138,076 138,076 - 138,076 16,430 14% Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 7,188 - 121,646 - - - - (121,646) (100%) FIXED CHARGES 114,475 114,749 - 138,076 138,076 - 138,076 138,076 -% Total 121,663 114,749 121,646 138,076 138,076 - 138,076 16,430 14% Net Cost $ 43,992 $ 38,569 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 304 168 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsConcealed Weapons Fund This fund accounts for the proceeds of concealed weapon permits issued by the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office. These funds are used by the Harnett County Sheriff for law enforcement activities. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 134,430 96,901 250,000 - 100,000 - 100,000 (150,000) (60%) Total 134,430 96,901 250,000 - 100,000 - 100,000 (150,000) (60%) Expenses CURRENT SERVICES 131,295 93,915 250,000 - 100,000 - 100,000 (150,000) (60%) Total 131,295 93,915 250,000 - 100,000 - 100,000 (150,000) (60%) Net Cost $ (3,135) $ (2,986) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 305 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 169 other FundsEmergency Response Planning Fund This fund accounts for the expenditures and revenues related to the County’s emergency response readiness for the Harris Nuclear Power Plant. Duke Energy provides an annual allocation for these activities. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues CONTRIBUTIONS AND DONATIONS 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 - 75,000 - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 10,000 5,000 5,000 - 5,000 (5,000) (50%) Total 75,000 75,000 85,000 80,000 80,000 - 80,000 (5,000) (6%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 34,761 48,101 54,887 5,000 58,804 - 58,804 3,917 7% SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 5,117 2,398 3,850 3,950 3,950 - 3,950 100 3% CURRENT SERVICES 1,005 - 4,194 6,070 6,070 - 6,070 1,876 45% FIXED CHARGES 13,310 16,146 17,069 8,000 8,000 - 8,000 (9,069) (53%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 3,259 557 5,000 1,980 3,176 - 3,176 (1,824) (36%) Total 57,452 67,202 85,000 25,000 80,000 - 80,000 (5,000) (6%) Net Cost $ (17,548) $ (7,798) $ - $ (55,000) $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 306 170 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsEmergency Telephone Fund This fund accounts for the surcharge billed to telephone customers, the proceeds of which are restricted to expenses related to dispatching emergency (911) calls. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues 911 CHARGES 872,801 457,539 - - - - - - -% TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL - 18,058 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 981,243 - 460,218 - 460,218 (521,025) (53%) Total 872,801 475,597 981,243 - 460,218 - 460,218 (521,025) (53%) Expenses SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 4,549 5,031 10,000 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 - -% CURRENT SERVICES 42,117 126,526 161,821 122,230 122,230 - 122,230 (39,591) (24%) FIXED CHARGES 226,368 238,181 268,272 197,988 197,988 - 197,988 (70,284) (26%) CAPITAL OUTLAY - - - 110,000 110,000 - 110,000 110,000 -% NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 424 1,879 541,150 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 (521,150) (96%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 24,790 - - - - - - - -% Total 298,248 371,617 981,243 460,218 460,218 - 460,218 (521,025) (53%) Net Cost $ (574,553) $ (103,980) $ - $ 460,218 $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 307 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 171 other FundsFines & Forfeitures Fund This trust fund accounts for the collection and payment of legally restricted fines and forfeitures to the Harnett County Board of Education. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues OTHER REVENUE 312,882 119,500 350,000 - 350,000 - 350,000 - -% Total 312,882 119,500 350,000 - 350,000 - 350,000 - -% Expenses CURRENT SERVICES 312,882 119,500 350,000 - 350,000 - 350,000 - -% Total 312,882 119,500 350,000 - 350,000 - 350,000 - -% Net Cost $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 308 172 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsHousing Preservation Fund This fund accounts for the collection and payment of funds awarded by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development to assist with general repairs and rehabilitation services for very-low to low-income homeowners. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED - FEDERAL - 203 85,000 37,898 37,898 - 37,898 (47,102) (55%) Total - 203 85,000 37,898 37,898 - 37,898 (47,102) (55%) Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - - 84,400 37,500 37,500 - 37,500 (46,900) (56%) CURRENT SERVICES - 203 600 398 398 - 398 (202) (34%) Total - 203 85,000 37,898 37,898 - 37,898 (47,102) (55%) Net Cost $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 309 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 173 other FundsOffice of State Budget and Management (OSBM) Grant Fund This fund accounts for restricted grant funding passed through various entities from the NC Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM). Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED - STATE 1,184,893 1,218,338 4,712,769 - - - - (4,712,769) (100%) Total 1,184,893 1,218,338 4,712,769 - - - - (4,712,769) (100%) Expenses FIXED CHARGES 1,134,893 1,218,338 246,769 - - - - (246,769) (100%) CAPITAL OUTLAY - - 4,466,000 - - - - (4,466,000) (100%) INTERFUND / BUDGETARY 50,000 - - - - - - - -% Total 1,184,893 1,218,338 4,712,769 - - - - (4,712,769) (100%) Net Cost $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 310 174 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsOpioid Settlement Fund This fund accounts for the restricted funds related to the Opioid settlement. These funds are restricted for their intended purpose under the funding terms. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED - OTHER 1,070,433 1,748,390 101,051 - - - - (101,051) (100%) SERVICE CHARGES - INVEST EARNINGS 17,351 83,340 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 285,464 - - - - (285,464) (100%) Total 1,087,784 1,831,730 386,515 - - - - (386,515) (100%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS - 21,529 101,051 - - - - (101,051) (100%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS - - 20,000 - - - - (20,000) (100%) FIXED CHARGES - - 265,464 - - - - (265,464) (100%) Total - 21,529 386,515 - - - - (386,515) (100%) Net Cost $ (1,087,784) $ (1,810,201) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 311 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 175 other FundsRadio System Fund This fund accounts for the revenues charged to towns and emergency response agencies for use of the County’s emergency radio system. Funds are used to operate and maintain the radio system. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 392,398 378,216 411,942 382,524 382,524 - 382,524 (29,418) (7%) TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL - - 1,500 - - - - (1,500) (100%) TRANSFERS FROM - CAPITAL RESERVE 12,227 - - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 604,184 26,523 26,523 - 26,523 (577,661) (96%) Total 404,625 378,216 1,017,626 409,047 409,047 - 409,047 (608,579) (60%) Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - 5,300 110,000 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 (80,000) (73%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS - - 7,000 3,500 3,500 - 3,500 (3,500) (50%) CURRENT SERVICES 102,742 128,699 127,357 117,500 117,500 - 117,500 (9,857) (8%) FIXED CHARGES 78,826 66,183 84,717 83,047 83,047 - 83,047 (1,670) (2%) CAPITAL OUTLAY - 334,252 503,552 100,000 100,000 - 100,000 (403,552) (80%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS - - 185,000 75,000 75,000 - 75,000 (110,000) (59%) Total 181,568 534,434 1,017,626 409,047 409,047 - 409,047 (608,579) (60%) Net Cost $ (223,057) $ 156,218 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 312 176 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsSheriff’s Execution Fund This fund accounts for the execution revenue collected by the Sheriff’s Office, which is restricted for law enforcement purposes. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues SERVICE CHARGES - DEPARTMENTAL 91,654 156,964 200,000 - 200,000 - 200,000 - -% Total 91,654 156,964 200,000 - 200,000 - 200,000 - -% Expenses CURRENT SERVICES 91,268 156,964 200,000 - 200,000 - 200,000 - -% Total 91,268 156,964 200,000 - 200,000 - 200,000 - -% Net Cost $ (386) $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 313 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 177 other FundsRevaluation Fund By law, the county is required to set aside annually a portion of the cost of the reappraisal of real property required by state law. This fund accounts for the transfer from the General Fund and the expenses associated with the reappraisal. Funds required for FY 26 will be transferred early, and amounts will be reflected in FY 24 Revised Budget. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues TRANSFERS FROM - GENERAL 500,000 751,523 - - - - - - -% FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 751,523 - 751,523 - 751,523 - -% Total 500,000 751,523 751,523 - 751,523 - 751,523 - -% Expenses PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 88,875 368,691 1,751,523 - 751,523 - 751,523 (1,000,000) (57%) Total 88,875 368,691 1,751,523 - 751,523 - 751,523 (1,000,000) (57%) Net Cost $ (411,125) $ (382,832) $ 1,000,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ (1,000,000) (100%) HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 314 178 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsSpecial Districts Fund This fund accounts for the revenues of the County’s 18 fire and rescue districts and one special school district. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues AD VALOREM TAXES - REAL 11,235,606 11,945,293 12,550,745 12,988,256 13,305,363 582,049 13,887,412 1,336,667 11% AD VALOREM TAXES - MOTOR VEHICLE 1,367,083 1,539,561 1,520,007 1,673,060 1,707,843 68,928 1,776,771 256,764 17% AVTAXES - REAL DELINQUENT 42,379 37,592 38,265 43,945 45,708 - 45,708 7,443 19% NC SALES TAX SPECIAL DISTRICTS 3,713,088 3,735,259 3,710,014 3,684,047 3,778,674 - 3,778,674 68,660 2% Total 16,358,156 17,257,705 17,819,031 18,389,308 18,837,588 650,977 19,488,565 1,669,534 9% Expenses CONTRACTS & GRANTS 15,749,060 17,910,231 17,819,031 18,389,308 18,837,588 650,977 19,488,565 1,669,534 9% Total 15,749,060 17,910,231 17,819,031 18,389,308 18,837,588 650,977 19,488,565 1,669,534 9% Net Cost $ (609,096) $ 652,526 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% Expansion & Other Notes The County Manager recommends increases in tax rates for eight fire departments. The increases are detailed in the table below and recommended increases are in red. The justifications for increases are as follows: >Boone Trail requested a 1-cent tax increase, and the manager recommended a 1-cent tax increase. Boone Trail’s call volume continues to increase. The additional funds will allow the station to hire additional staff and replace vehicles. >Buies Creek requested a 0.75-cent tax increase, and the manager recommended a 0.75-cent tax increase. Buies Creekwill use the additional funds to address rising costs, inflation, and maintaining competitive wages. >Crains Creek requested a 1-cent tax increase, and the manager recommended a 1-cent tax increase. Crains Creek’s call volume continues to increase. The addtional funds will help fund 24/7 staffing and a new pumper tanker. >Dunn requested a 2-cent tax increase, and the manager recommended a 2-cent tax increase. Dunn’s call volume continues to increase, and the additional funds will be used to hire more staff. >Erwin requested a 1-cent tax increase, and the manager recommended a 1-cent tax increase. Erwin will use the additional funds to hire additional staff and to help cover the costs associated with moving staff under the Town of Eriwn. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 315 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 179 other Funds >Summerville requested a 1-cent tax increase, and the manager recommended a 1-cent tax increase. Summerville will use the additional funds to hire more staff. >West Area requested a 2-cent tax increase, and the manager recommended a 2-cent tax increase. The increase is requested to make the rate equal to what is charged in Cumberland County. >West Johnston requested a 5-cent tax increase, and the manager recommended a 5-cent tax increase. West Johnston will use the additional funds to expand paid staffing, purchase updated equipment, and enhance training programs for volunteers. The Averasboro School District is recommended at the same rate as current, 2 cents, which results in $448,280. Special Districts Fund District FY 25 Rate FY 26 Req Rate FY 26 Rec Rate Total Revenue FY 25 Rate Produces Total Revenue FY 26 Rate Produces Increase Anderson Creek 0.110 0.110 0.110 2,058,577 2,058,577 - Angier 0.085 0.085 0.085 2,101,376 2,101,376 - Benhaven 0.120 0.120 0.120 1,736,333 1,736,333 - Benson 0.120 0.120 0.120 143,273 143,273 - Boone Trail 0.100 0.110 0.110 938,309 1,015,873 77,564 Buies Creek 0.100 0.1075 0.1075 913,368 967,344 53,976 Coats/Grove 0.110 0.110 0.110 993,828 993,828 - Crains Creek 0.100 0.110 0.110 84,480 91,115 6,635 Cypress Pointe 0.095 0.095 0.095 77,326 77,326 - Dunn 0.090 0.110 0.110 1,993,761 2,341,553 347,792 Erwin 0.095 0.105 0.105 462,846 501,064 38,218 Flatbranch 0.130 0.130 0.130 696,264 696,264 - Flatwoods 0.120 0.120 0.120 159,029 159,029 - Godwin 0.150 0.150 0.150 18,009 18,009 - Northwest Harnett 0.080 0.080 0.080 1,612,684 1,612,684 - Spout Springs 0.120 0.120 0.120 3,030,135 3,030,135 - Summerville 0.100 0.110 0.110 1,254,643 1,354,645 100,002 West Area 0.130 0.150 0.150 86,874 97,764 10,890 West Johnston 0.070 0.120 0.120 28,193 44,093 15,900 Total Fire Districts 18,389,308 19,040,285 650,977 Averasboro School District 0.020 0.020 0.020 448,280.00 448,280.00 - HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 316 180 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 other FundsExpansion & Other Notes No county funding for Veterans Treatment Court is requested in FY 2026. Veterans Treatment Court Fund This fund accounts for the revenues and expenses of the treatment court for veterans. Budget Summary FY 23 Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 Revised FY 26 Total Requested FY 26 Recommended Cont FY 26 Recommended Exp FY 26 Total Recommended Recommended Variance Recommended % Inc/Dec Revenues RESTRICTED - FEDERAL 230,436 116,052 539,509 129,830 140,630 - 140,630 (398,879) (74%) RESTRICTED - STATE 180,726 25,000 149,227 - - - - (149,227) (100%) CONTRIBUTIONS AND DONATIONS 28,255 15,571 50,000 19,800 19,800 - 19,800 (30,200) (60%) FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATED - - 52,000 - - - - (52,000) (100%) Total 439,417 156,623 790,736 149,630 160,430 - 160,430 (630,306) (80%) Expenses SALARIES & BENEFITS 7,278 7,964 27,265 2,100 2,100 - 2,100 (25,165) (92%) PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 271,466 308,647 497,016 101,400 112,200 - 112,200 (384,816) (77%) SUPPLIES & MATERIALS 72,504 6,030 60,019 10,500 10,500 - 10,500 (49,519) (83%) CURRENT SERVICES 27,808 37,344 195,151 35,630 35,630 - 35,630 (159,521) (82%) FIXED CHARGES 37,326 - 11,285 - - - - (11,285) (100%) NON-CAPITALIZED ASSETS 18,844 - - - - - - - -% Total 435,226 359,985 790,736 149,630 160,430 - 160,430 (630,306) (80%) Net Cost $ (4,191) $ 203,362 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - -% HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 317 Glossary HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 318 182 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 glossaryGlossary Account A basic component of the accounting ledger used to classify financial transactions that are similar in terms of a given frame of reference, such as purpose, object or source. Accrual Basis A basis of accounting in which transactions are recognized at the time they are incurred, as opposed to when cash is received or spent Ad Valorem Tax Commonly referred to as property taxes, Ad Valorem taxes are levied on both real and personal property according to the property’s valuation and the tax rate. Agency Fund A fund that is a type of Fiduciary Fund. Agency Funds are custodial in nature, used to account for funds held by the County for individuals, private organizations, other governmental units and other funds. Allocation A part of a lump-sum appropriation granted by the Board of Commissioners, which is designated for expenditure by function for specific organizational units and/or for special purposes, activities or objects. Amended Budget A budget that includes authorized changes by the Board of Commissioners to the original adopted budget. American Rescue Plan The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, also called the COVID-19 Stimulus Package or American Rescue Plan, is a 1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill passed by the Congress signed to speed up the country’s recovery from the economic and health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing recession. Annual Budget A budget covering a single fiscal year (e.g., July 1 - June 30). Annual Comprehensive Financial Report The official annual financial report of a county. This report summarizes and discloses the financial activity of a county and its component units for the fiscal year. The Finance Department produces this document. Annualize Taking changes that occurred mid-year and calculating their cost for a full year for the purpose of preparing an annual budget. Amortization (1) The gradual reduction of a debt by means of equal periodic payments sufficient to meet current interest and liquidate the debt at maturity. (2) The process of spreading the costs of an intangible asset over the expected useful life of the asset. (3) The deduction of capital expenses over a specific period of time. Similar to depreciation, it is a method of measuring the “consumption” of the value of long-term assets like equipment and buildings. Appropriated Fund Balance Amount of fund balance designated as revenue for a given fiscal year. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 319 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 183 glossaryAppropriation The amount of money earmarked for a projected expense legally authorized by the Board of Commissioners. Asset: Resources owned or held by a government that have monetary value. Approved Budget The budget document formally approved by the Board of Commissioners after the required public hearing and deliberations on the Recommended Budget. This document sets forth authorized expenditures and the means of financing those expenditures. The approved budget is also referred to as the adopted budget. Assessed Valuation The valuation set by the County for real estate and certain personal property as a basis for levying property taxes. Assessment The process of determining the value of real and personal property for taxation purposes. Asset A resource owned or held by a government which has monetary value. Audit The examination of some or all of the following items: documents, records, reports, systems of internal control, accounting procedures, and other evidence, for one or more of the following purposes: (a) determining the propriety, legality, and mathematical accuracy of proposed or completed transactions; (b) ascertaining whether all transactions have been recorded; and (c) determining whether transactions are accurately recorded in the accounts and in the statements drawn therefrom in accordance with accepted accounting principles. Authorized Positions Employee positions that are authorized in the adopted budget to be filled during the year. Balanced Budget A budget in which planned revenues are equal to planned expenditures. All county budgets are required by the State of North Carolina to be balanced. Benefits Contributions made by a government to meet commitments or obligations for employee fringe benefits. Included is the government’s share of costs for Social Security, retirement, and medical and life insurance plans. Bond A long-term I.O.U. or promise to pay. It is a promise to repay a specified amount of money (the face amount of the bond) on a particular date (the maturity date). Bonds are primarily used to finance capital projects. Bond Premium Additional amount of money an investor is willing to pay for a bond due to its rate of return. The investor is willing to pay more than the par value of the bond because it has a higher yield. Bond Rating The level of credit risk as evaluated by a bond rating agency associated with the County’s bond issue. A bond rating ranges from AAA, the highest possible, to D, or default. The higher the County’s bond rating, the lower the interest rate to the County on projects financed with bonds. Bond Refinancing The payoff and re-issuance of bonds to obtain better interest rates and/ or bond terms. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 320 184 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 glossaryBudget A plan of financial activity for a specified period of time (fiscal year) indicating all planned revenues and expenses for the budget period. Budget Calendar The schedule of key dates that a government follows in the preparation and adoption of the budget. Budget Document A formal document presented to the Board of Commissioners containing the County’s financial plan for a fiscal year. The budget document is presented in two phases – preliminary and final. The final budget document reflects the budget as adopted by the Board of Commissioners. Budget Manual Instructions for each annual budget process to ensure the budget is prepared in a manner consistent with current county policies or restrictions that may be new to each budget year. Budget Message The County Manager’s written overview of the proposed budget addressed to the Board of Commissioners. The budget message addresses the major budget items, and the County’s present and expected financial condition. Budget Ordinance The legal document adopted by the Board of Commissioners to estimate revenues, establish appropriations, and levy taxes for a unit of government for the coming year. It has the full force and effect of law within the County boundaries unless it conflicts with any higher form of law, such as a state statute or constitutional provision. It establishes the legal framework for the financial operations of the County for the current year. Budgetary Basis This refers to the basis of accounting used to estimate financing sources and uses in the budget. Capital Assets Land, buildings, machinery, furniture, fixtures and equipment that have a value of $20,000 or more and have a useful economic life of more than one year; or assets of any value if the nature of the item is such that it must be controlled for custody purposes as a fixed asset. Capital assets are also called fixed assets. Capital Improvements Expenditures related to the acquisition, expansion, or rehabilitation of an element of the government’s physical plan that is sometimes referred to as infrastructure. A capital improvement can also be a capital project. Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) A long range plan of proposed capital improvement projects, which includes estimated project costs and funding over a specified period of years. The capital improvement program is updated annually to reassess capital needs during the preparation of the capital budget. Capital Outlay The expenditures for land, building, machinery, furniture, fixtures and equipment that have a value of $20,000-$99,999 and have a useful economic life of more than one year. Capital Project Major construction, acquisition, or renovation activities that add value to a government’s physical assets or significantly increase their useful life. These improvements have a cost of $100,000 or more and generally take longer than one fiscal year to complete. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 321 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 185 glossaryCertificates of Participation (COPS) A county obligation secured by relatively short-term leases on public facilities. Voter approval is not required. Contingency An appropriation to cover unanticipated events that may occur during the fiscal year. Transfers for this account must be approved by the Board of Commissioners. Continuation Budget Harnett County uses a continuation and expansion approach for budgeting. Continuation refers to the costs necessary to maintain current programs and services at their existing levels. Contractual Services Services rendered to a government by private firms, individuals or other governmental agencies. Cost-of-living Adjustment (COLA) An increase in salaries to offset the adverse effect of inflation on employees’ compensation. County Appropriation Reflects general fund revenues used to meet an operating department’s cost. Most revenues in the general fund are not program linked and can be used to fund all operations. Several examples are Ad Valorem Taxes, Sales Taxes, Unrestricted Intergovernmental Revenues and Interest earnings. Debt Service The cost of paying principal and interest on borrowed money according to a predetermined payment schedule. Department A basic organizational unit of government that is functionally unique in its delivery of services. The department may be subdivided into divisions or programs. Depreciation The expiration of service life of capital assets due to wear and tear, deterioration, inadequacy, or obsolescence. Disbursement The expenditure of money from an account. Division A functioning group of related activities within a department. The department’s unique function is further delineated into smaller functioning units (divisions) that focus on delivery of specific services. Enhanced 911 (E911) Allows the citizens the ability to dial 911 in the event of an emergency. The system provides the caller’s name, address, phone number and emergency responder information that is automatically displayed on a computer screen in the Emergency Communication Center. Encumbrance A financial commitment for services, contracts, or goods which have not, as yet, been delivered or performed. Enterprise Fund A fund that is a type of Proprietary Fund. An enterprise fund is established to account for operations that are financed and operated in a manner similar to private business enterprises. The intent of the Board of Commissioners is that the costs of providing services be fully or predominantly financed through user fees.HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 322 186 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 glossaryExpansion Budget Harnett County uses a continuation and expansion approach for budgeting. Expansion refers to the costs of providing new or enhanced programs and services. Expense The amount of assets or services used during a period. Expenses The daily costs incurred in running and maintaining a business or governmental entity. Expenditure The payment of funds against appropriations that reduce cash balance. Expenditures are made for the purpose of acquiring an asset, service or settling a loss. Fiduciary Fund One of three fund classifications established by the GAAP standards. Fiduciary funds are used to account for assets held by a county in a trustee capacity, or as an agent for individuals, private organizations, other governmental units, and/or other funds. Since, by state statutes, these funds are not subject to appropriation by the Board of Commissioners, these funds are not included in the annual budget ordinance or the budget document. However, these funds are reported in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The Fiduciary Fund Classification includes two types: Agency and Trust Funds. See Trust Fund and Custodial Fund. Fiscal Year (FY) A 12-month period designated as the operating year for accounting and budgeting purposes in an organization. North Carolina State Statutes require local governments to begin the fiscal year on July 1 and end on June 30. Fixed Assets Land, buildings, machinery, furniture, fixtures, and equipment that have a value of $5,000 or more and have a useful economic life of more than one year; or assets of any value if the nature of the item is such that it must be controlled for custody purposes as a fixed asset. Fixed assets are also called Capital Assets. See Capital Assets. Forecast An estimation of revenues and expenses for the current fiscal year to be used to determine the expected balances at the end of the year. Full Faith and Credit A pledge of a government’s taxing power to repay debt obligations. Full-Time Equivalent Positions (FTE) A position converted to the decimal equivalent of a full-time position based on 2,080 hours per year. For example, a part-time position working for 20 hours per week would be equivalent to .5 of a full-time position. Function A group of related activities aimed at accomplishing a major service or regulatory program for which a government is responsible (e.g., Public Safety). Fund An accounting entity created to record the financial activity for a selected financial grouping. A fund is set up to carry out a special function or to attain certain objectives in accordance with set laws or regulations. Fund Accounting A method of accounting and presentation whereby assets and liabilities are grouped by individual funds according to the purpose for which they are to be used. Generally used by government entities and not-for-profits.HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 323 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 187 glossaryFund Balance The excess of the assets of a fund over its liabilities. Cash and investments that are left over at the end of the fiscal year and may be appropriated to finance expenditures in the next fiscal year. General Fund The general fund is used to account for the financial activities of the general government not required to be accounted for in another account. General Obligation Bond This type of bond is backed by the full faith, credit, and taxing power of the government. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Uniform minimum standards for financial accounting and recording, encompassing the conventions, rules and procedures that define accepted accounting principles. Goal A statement of broad direction, purpose, or intent based on the needs of the community. Governmental Funds One of three fund classifications established by the GAAP standards. Governmental funds are used to account for most typical governmental functions, focusing on the acquisition, use, and balance of a local or state government’s expendable financial resources and the related current liabilities. The accounting for governmental funds has a budget orientation using the current financial resources measurement focus and the modified accrual basis of accounting. Grants A contribution by a government or other organization to support a particular function. Indirect Cost A cost necessary for the functioning of the organization as a whole, but which cannot be directly assigned to one service. Infrastructure The physical assets of a government (e.g., water, sewer, public buildings and parks). Installment Purchase Agreement Contract under which the County gives the seller or other interest in the property to secure payment of the purchase price. Interest The cost of using money. The payment of interest is an expense to the County; the receipt of interest is revenue. Interfund Transfers The movement of money between funds of the same governmental entity. Intergovernmental Revenue Funds received from federal, state, and other local government sources in the form of grants, shared revenues, and payments in lieu of taxes. Investments Securities held for the production of income. All investments made by the County must be in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 159-30. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 324 188 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 glossaryKey Performance Indicators (KPIs) Defines data that documents how effectively or efficiently a department is achieving its key strategic objectives. Lease Purchase Agreement Contracted agreements that are termed leases but apply the lease amount to the purchase. Line Items Units of budgeted expense set up within each division used to classify expenditures by item or category and established the permissible level of expenditure for that item. Local Government Commission (LGC) Overseeing organization for local government finances within the North Carolina State Treasurer. Long-term Debt Debt with a maturity of more than one year after the date of issuance. Major Funds Represents the significant activities of the County and includes any fund whose revenues or expenditures, excluding other financing sources and uses, constitute more than 10 percent of the revenues or expenditures of the appropriated budget. Mandated Service A legal requirement usually imposed by state or federal law. This term is used to refer to county services that are provided to comply with state or federal laws. Modified Accrual A budgetary accounting technique whereby revenues are recognized when they become measurable and available as net current assets to pay liabilities for the current period. Expenditures are recorded when the liability is actually incurred. In short, expenditures are recognized when encumbered and revenues are recognized when they are collected. Net County Cost The amount of general revenue that supports a particular function, department, or program. Net cost is calculated by subtracting offsetting revenues from expenditures. Net cost gives an indication of how much general revenue goes to support a budget area, department, or functional area. Non-Departmental Accounts Items of expenditure essential to the operation of county government that do not fall within the function of any department, or which provide for expenditures related to more than one department. Non-Major Funds Represent any fund that does not meet the requirements of a Major Fund. Non-operating Revenues Revenues that are generated from other sources (e.g., interest) and that are not directly related to service activities. Object - An expenditure classification, referring to the lowest and most detailed level of classification, such as, telephone expense, postage expense or departmental supplies. Objective Something to be accomplished in specific, well defined and measurable terms that is achievable within a specific time frame. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 325 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 189 glossaryObligations Amounts that a government may be legally required to meet from its resources. They include not only actual liabilities, but also encumbrances not yet paid. Operating Budget A plan of financial operation which encompasses an estimate of proposed expenditures for the fiscal year and the proposed means of financing these expenditures (revenues). Operating Expenses The cost for personnel, materials and equipment required for a department to function. Operating Revenue Funds that the government receives as income to pay for on-going operations. It includes such items as taxes, fees from specific services, interest earnings and grant revenues. Operating revenues are used to pay for day-to-day services. Ordinance A law set forth by a government authority, specifically, a county regulation or formal legislative enactment by the Board of Commissioners. It has the full force and effect of law within the County boundaries unless it is in conflict with any higher form of law, such as a state statute or constitutional provision. An ordinance has higher legal standing than a resolution. Pay-As-You-Go Basis A term used to describe a financial policy by which capital outlays or capital projects are financed from current revenues rather than through borrowing. Performance Measure Data collected to determine how effective or efficient a program is in achieving its objectives. Prior Year The fiscal year immediately preceding the current year. Program A service or services for which expenditures are made from several general ledger accounts which are combined into a single budgetary unit. Property Tax A tax levied on the assessed value of real and personal property. This tax is also known as ad valorem tax. Proprietary Fund One of three fund classifications established by the GAAP standards. This fund is used to account for funds for county operations which are managed in a manner similar to private business. Unlike governmental funds, net income is determined in Proprietary Funds. The two types of Proprietary Funds are Enterprise and Internal Service Funds. Purchase Order A written authorization for a vendor to supply goods or services at a specified price over a specified time period. Acceptance of the purchase order constitutes a purchase contract and is legally binding on all parties. Referendum Presenting an issue to the voters of the County where a majority of voters decide on the issue. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 326 190 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 glossaryReserve An account designated for a portion of the fund balance to be used for a specific purpose. Resolution A formal decision of action or policy adopted by the County Board of Commissioners at a board meeting. Revaluation A process by which all county property values are reviewed to assure they are true value. True value is a monetary value that a buyer and seller would agree on without being compelled to buy or sell. Every county in North Carolina is required to reappraise its real property at least every eight years. Revenue Bond This type of bond is backed only by the revenues from a specific enterprise or project, such as a hospital or toll road. Revenue Neutral The revenue neutral property tax rate is the rate that is estimated to produce revenue for the next fiscal year equal to the revenue that would have been produced for the next fiscal year by the current tax rate if no reappraisal had occurred. Each year after a general reappraisal of property, the Budget Officer is required to include in the budget, for comparison purposes, a statement of the revenue-neutral tax rate. Revenues Funds received as income to support the operations of government. Salaries & Benefits Expenditures for salaries, wages, and fringe benefits of a government’s employees. Sales Tax A tax levied on the taxable sales of all final goods. The State of North Carolina levies a 4.75 percent sales tax and allows counties to levy up to a 2.25 percent sales tax. Special District A unit of local government (other than a county or city) that is created for the performance of limited governmental functions and for the operation of a particular utility or public service enterprise. Special Revenue Fund A fund used to account for the proceeds of specific revenue sources (other than trusts for individuals, private organizations or other governments, or for major capital projects) that are legally restricted to expenditure for specific purposes. Tax Base The total assessed value of real, personal and state appraised property within the County. Tax Collection Rate The percentage of the tax levy that is expected to be collected in a fiscal year. The budgeted collection rate cannot exceed the actual collection rate for the previous year. Tax Levy The resultant product when the tax rate per $100 is multiplied by the tax base and adjusted for the rate of collection. Tax Rate The amount of tax levied per $100 assessed valuation. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 327 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 191 glossaryTax Year The calendar year in which tax bills are sent to property owners. Taxes Compulsory charges levied by a government for the purpose of financing services performed for the common benefit of the people. Transfers In/Out Amounts transferred from one fund to another to assist in financing the services for the recipient fund. Trust Fund One of the two types of Fiduciary Funds. Trust Fund amounts are held by the County in a trustee capacity when the amounts are designated for a particular purpose. Unencumbered Balance The amount of an appropriation that is neither expended nor encumbered. It is essentially the amount of money still available for future purposes. Unreserved Fund Balance The portion of a fund’s balance that is not restricted for a specific purpose and is available for general appropriation. User Charge The payment of a fee for direct receipt of a public service by the party who benefits from the service. This is also referred to as a service charge. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 328 glossary192 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 329 Appendices HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 330 aPPendIces194 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 331 Appendix 1 Harnett County Fiscal Year 2026 Recommended Fee Changes HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 332 196 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Development Services Increase Major Subdivision Plat – Final Review 100 200 Per plat Due to the number of projects the DRB receives that are not complete submittals 6,000 Development Services Increase Major Subdivision Plat – Final Review 100 200 Per plat Due to the number of projects the DRB receives that are not complete submittals 6,000 Development Services New Preliminary Plat for third review and each review after 0 100 Per plat Due to the number of projects the DRB receives that are not complete submittals 2,000 Development Services New Conditional Rezoning 0 $500.00 first 10 acres; $50.00 per acre over 10 acres Per application Suggested charge in the Land Use Plan Update; Surrounding counties also charge this fee 2,000 Building Inspections Other New Single Family Dwelling: 5,001 or more square feet $1,390 plus $0.20 x sq. ft Final cost rounded to nearest whole dollar Ease of money handling Emergency Services - Operational Permits Emergency Services New Additive Manufacturing 0 100 Per facility Requires research related to material use, MAQ’s, combustible dust Emergency Services Increase Amusement Buildings (Includes Site Plan Review) 75 100 Per site To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services Decrease Carnivals and Fairs (Includes Site Plan Review) 75 0 Per event Generate sales tax revenue Emergency Services Increase Combustible Dust-Producing Operations 75 100 Per facility To align with surrounding areas HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 333 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 197 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Emergency Services Increase Covered Mall Buildings (Includes construction plan review. Does not include individual tenant spaces.) 75 100 Per facility To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services New Energy Storage Systems 0 100 Per system To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services Decrease Exhibits, Trade Shows and Festivals (Includes Site Plan Review) 75 0 Generate sales tax revenue Flammable and combustible liquids - 6 subcategories Emergency Services Increase To operate tank vehicles or facilities where flammable and combustible liquids are produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed or used 75 100 Per facility/ tank To align with surrounding areas – Prior Name: Liquids Use, Dispensing, Storage, Transportation Emergency Services New Place temporary out of service (more than 90 days) 0 100 Per tank To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services Increase Change contents of tank 75 100 Per tank To align with surrounding areas HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 334 198 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Emergency Services Increase Manufacture, process, blend or refine 75 100 Per facility To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services Increase Liquid Dispensing - AGST/UGST to Vehicles 75 100 Per tank On demand mobile fueling requires review and approval of vehicles, safety and emergency response plan, training records and site plans. Emergency Services Increase Liquid Dispensing - Tanker to Vehicles 75 100 Per site Permit now includes on-demand mobile fueling which requires review and approval of vehicle, safety and emergency response plan, training records and site plans. End of flammable and combustible liquids group Emergency Services Increase Liquid or gas-fueled vehicles or equipment in assembly Buildings 75 100 Per site To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services New Nightclubs 0 100 New method of procedure (MOP) Emergency Services - Construction Permits Emergency Services New Compressed gases 0 100 Per system To align with surrounding areas 300 Emergency Services New Cryogenic fluids 0 100 Per system To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services New Emergency responder communication coverage system 0 100 Per system + $.01 square foot To align with surrounding areas 3,000 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 335 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 199 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Emergency Services Other Energy storage systems 100 100 Per system Name change to align with new code – Prior name: Battery Energy Storage System Inspection 100 Emergency Services New Fire pumps and related equipment 0 200 Per pump & related equipment To align with surrounding areas 200 Emergency Services Increase Flammable and combustible liquids 75 100 Per tank/ system To align with surrounding areas 200 Emergency Services New Fuel cell power systems 0 100 Per system New requirement Emergency Services New Gas detection systems 0 100 Per system New requirement 200 Emergency Services Other Gates and barricades across fire apparatus access roads 100 100 Per system Name change to align with new code – Prior name: Emergency Access Gate Inspection Emergency Services New Hazardous materials 0 100 Per facility To align with surrounding areas 100 Emergency Services New High-piled combustible storage 0 100 Per facility New requirement 100 Emergency Services New Industrial ovens 0 100 Per oven To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services New Motor vehicle repair rooms and booths 0 100 Per room/ booth To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services New Plant extraction systems 0 100 Per system New requirement Emergency Services Increase Private fire hydrants 75 100 Per system To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services New Smoke control or smoke exhaust systems 0 100 Per system To align with surrounding areas 100 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 336 200 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Emergency Services New Solar photovoltaic power systems 0 100 Per system To align with surrounding areas Emergency Services New Special event structure 0 100 Per structure New requirement Emergency Services Increase Spraying or dipping 75 100 Per room/ booth To align with surrounding areas 25 Information Technology Remove Email Hosting: Microsoft Exchange Mailbox under 100 users 7 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove Email Hosting: Microsoft Exchange Mailbox 100 users or more 9 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove New Customers – Technical Support Services – No Block of Time 110 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove New Customers – Block of 15 hours of Technical Support Services 105 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove New Customers – Block of 25 hours of Technical Support Services 95 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 337 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 201 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Information Technology Remove New Customers – Block of 50 hours of Technical Support Services 80 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove New Customers – Block of 100 hours of Technical Support Services 75 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove New Customers – Block of 200 hours of Technical Support Services 70 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove New Customers – Block of 300 hours of Technical Support Services 65 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove New Customers – Block of 400 hours of Technical Support Services 60 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Remove New Customers – Overages if block of hours chosen 85 0 Per unit No longer needed 0 Information Technology Increase Technical Support Services – No Block of Time 95 115 Per hour Last increase in 2018; Increased cost of employee time Information Technology Increase Block of 50 hours of Technical Support Services 80 110 Per hour Last increase in 2018; Increased cost of employee time HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 338 202 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Information Technology Increase Block of 100 hours of Technical Support Services 75 100 Per hour Last increase in 2018; Increased cost of employee time Information Technology Increase Block of 200 hours of Technical Support Services 70 90 Per hour Last increase in 2018; Increased cost of employee time Information Technology Increase Block of 300 hours of Technical Support Services 65 85 Per hour Last increase in 2018; Increased cost of employee time Information Technology Increase Block of 400 hours of Technical Support Services 60 80 Per hour Last increase in 2018; Increased cost of employee time Information Technology Increase VoIP/FoIP Line and Maintenance (per month) 12.50 22 Per month Last increase in 2014; Increased cost with cloud- based phone system Information Technology Increase Virtual Server Space and iTB of Storage (per month) 400 500 Per month Increased cost of hardware and storage Information Technology Increase Additional Hosted Virtual Server (per month) 100 200 Per month Increased cost of hardware and storage Information Technology Increase/Fee Name Change 100MB Internet – Burstable up to 1GB 75 150 Per month Increased cost of Internet provider and security hardware Information Technology Increase Office 365 Level 1 14 15 Per month Increased cost of Office 365 and support products Information Technology Increase Office 365 Level 2 20 22 Per month Increased cost of Office 365 and support products Information Technology Increase Office 365 Level 3 32 34 Per month Increased cost of Office 365 and support products HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 339 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 203 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund GIS Other 800 MHZ radio, per radio, per month (This fee is charged to Fire, Rescue, Police Departments, Towns and anyone who utilizes an 800 MHZ radio.) 25 25 Per unit Move from GIS to Emergency Services Harnett Regional Jetport Increase Fuel – AVGAS 0.45 above county cost 0.50 above county cost Per gallon Increase revenue while staying below market value for AVGAS in central/eastern NC 7,930 Harnett Regional Jetport Increase Fuel – JET A 1.50 above county cost 1.55 above county cost Per gallon Increase revenue while staying below market value for JETA in central/eastern NC 3,628 Harnett Regional Jetport New Fuel – AVGAS/ Full Service Fee 0 0.30 above customer cost Per gallon Increase revenue - align with other airports that offer dual fuel fees for full vs. self-service; implement a fee that helps recoup operational costs, offset vehicle maintenance and wear, optimize resources, and maintain high-quality, reliable service. 23,248 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 340 204 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Harnett Regional Jetport New Forklift Fee 0 100 Per hour Create a flat rate based on comparable airports in the area. Use for cargo on/offloading with the exceptions to include: HRJ employee operates equipment, the recipient has transportation ready to load at the arrival of aircraft/cargo, HRJ not able to on/offloading aircraft or vehicle. Harnett Regional Jetport New Ground Power Unit (GPU) Fee – First hour 0 50 Per hour (1 hour minimum) Create a flat rate based on comparable airports in the area. Use for aircraft/ jet battery jump, aircraft start assist. Exception - HRJ employee operates equipment. Harnett Regional Jetport New Ground Power Unit (GPU) Fee – After first hour 0 50 Per 30 mins after first hour Create a flat rate based on comparable airports in the area. Use for aircraft/ jet battery jump, aircraft start assist. Exception - HRJ employee operates equipment. Health Other A2 Private Option Permit- GS130A-335(a2) 300 300 Per permit Environmental Health fee set by General Statute; Adding to fee schedule Health Decrease Engineered Option Permit Fee/Authorized Onsite Wastewater Evaluator (EOP/ AOWE) 225 35 Per permit Environmental Health fee set by General Statute; Adding to fee schedule Health Increase Fluad QIV 65+ 107.77 155.01 Increased cost of medicine Health Increase Flucelvax QIV 64.77 68.01 Increased cost of medicine HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 341 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 205 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Health Increase Fluzone QIV 52.77 54.01 Increased cost of medicine Health Increase MMR – Adult 95 108 Increased cost of medicine Health Increase Pneumonia Shot 119 272 Increased cost of medicine Health Increase Menactra 178 179 Increased cost of medicine Health Increase Rotateq 104 109 Increased cost of medicine Health Increase Shingriz (only patients 50-64) 182 221 Increased cost of medicine Parks & Recreation Increase/ Rename Adult Softball (per team) 550 600 Per team Increased cost of officials; Removed “Men’s” and “requires 2 umpires Parks & Recreation Remove Adult Softball— Women’s (per team) requires 1 umpire 500 0 Per team Remove from Fee Schedule; Has not been a program for the past four years; Will combine with Adult Softball (per team) Parks & Recreation Increase Afterschool Care: Weekly 40 50 Per week Increased cost of staffing and supplies Parks & Recreation Increase Summer Camp: Weekly (County Resident) 110 120 Per week Increased cost of staffing and supplies Parks & Recreation Increase Summer Camp: Weekly (Out of County Resident) 120 130 Per week Increased cost of staffing and supplies Tax Increase Advertising Fee 5 10 Per unpaid pacel The Tax Department is required to advertise in a newspaper the name, legal description, and amount due to unpaid real property taxes. Costs for advertising continue to increase each year. By increasing the fee to $10, we hope to cover the cost. Solid Waste Fund HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 342 206 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Solid Waste Increase Waste Hauler Permit 130 135 Per permit Anticipate 4% CPI increase for disposal costs and offset costs for hours of operation at Anderson Creek and Dunn-Erwin landfills 16,200 Solid Waste Increase C&D landfill tipping fees 50 54 Per ton Anticipate 4% CPI increase for disposal costs and offset costs for hours of operation at Anderson Creek and Dunn-Erwin landfills 2,430,000 Solid Waste Increase MSW (Transfer Station) 50 54 Per ton Anticipate 4% CPI increase for disposal costs and offset costs for hours of operation at Anderson Creek and Dunn-Erwin landfills 3,780,000 Solid Waste Increase LCID landfill tipping fees 35 37 Per ton Anticipate 4% CPI increase for disposal costs and offset costs for hours of operation at Anderson Creek and Dunn-Erwin landfills 260,000 Solid Waste Remove Furniture including mattresses and box springs 5.00 minimum 0 Remove fee to address illegal dumping of furniture along roadways and vacant properties Harnett Regional Water Fund Harnett Regional Water Increase 3/4” Meter Fee 325 425 Per unit Cost of 3/4” Meter increase for FY 26 Note: For Development Only, Charge included in Residential Tap Fee 150,000 Harnett Regional Water Increase 1” Meter Fee 450 550 Per unit Cost of 1” Meter increase for FY 26 Note: For Development Only, Charge included in Residential Tap Fee 15,000 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 343 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 207 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Harnett Regional Water Remove 3/4” Meter Fee-Mechanical 70 0 Per unit HRW no longer has mechanical meters. Remove from Fee Schedule. Harnett Regional Water Remove 1 1/2” Meter Fee 525 0 Per unit HRW no longer has 1 1/2” meters. Remove from Fee Schedule. Harnett Regional Water Rename Residential/ Commercial Water Tap On Fee, 3/4” Service (includes System Development Fee) $1,200 (total $4,200) $1,200 (total $4,200) Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial Harnett Regional Water Rename Residential Water Tap On Fee, 1” Service (includes System Development Fee) $2,200 (total $5,200) $2,200 (total $5,200) Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial Harnett Regional Water Rename Residential Water Tap On Fee, 2” Service (includes System Development Fee) $3,500 (total $6,500) $3,500 (total $6,500) Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial Harnett Regional Water Rename Commercial Water Tap On Fee, 1” Service (includes System Development Fee) $2,200 (total $9,700) $2,200 (total $9,700) Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial Harnett Regional Water Rename Commercial Water Tap On Fee, 2” Service (includes System Development Fee) $3,500 (total $27,500) $3,500 (total $27,500) Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 344 208 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Harnett Regional Water Rename Residential Water System Development Fee (includes 3/4”, 1” & 2” services) (includes System Development Fee) 3,000 3,000 Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial Harnett Regional Water Rename Commercial Water System Development Fees Based on Meter Size & Res Eq Based on Meter Size & Res Eq Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial Harnett Regional Water Remove Water Tap, New District Construction 200 0 Per unit No new Districts within Harnett County Boundaries Harnett Regional Water Rename Residential Sewer System Development Fee (includes 3/4” services) 4,000 4,000 Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial Harnett Regional Water Rename Commercial Sewer System Development Fees Based on Meter Size & Res Eq Based on Meter Size & Res Eq Per unit Description Needs to distinguish between Residential and Commercial Harnett Regional Water Other Industrial Sewer Surcharges: BOD above 250 mg/l 0.15 0.15 Per pound Add to fee schedule; currently charged for years per sewer use ordinance but not on fee schedule Harnett Regional Water Other Industrial Sewer Surcharges: TSS above 250 mg/l 0.05 0.05 Per pound Add to fee schedule; currently charged for years per sewer use ordinance but not on fee schedule Harnett Regional Water Other Industrial Sewer Surcharges: NH3 above 25 mg/l 1.46 1.46 Per pound Add to fee schedule; currently charged for years per sewer use ordinance but not on fee schedule HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 345 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 209 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 recommended Fee cHangesRecommended Fee Changes Department New or Increase Fee Name Current Fee Amount Proposed Fee Amount Units Justification Projected Revenue General Fund Harnett Regional Water Other Industrial Sewer Surcharges: P above 6 mg/l 12.16 7.10 Per pound Add to fee schedule; currently charged for years per sewer use ordinance but not on fee schedule Harnett Regional Water New Industrial User Permit Application Fee 0 500 Per permit Add to fee schedule; currently no charge for 1 IUP but not on fee schedule Harnett Regional Water New Industrial User Permit Renewal Fee 0 250 Per permit Add to fee schedule; currently no charge for 1 IUP but not on fee schedule Harnett Regional Water New Industrial User Permit Modification Fee 0 250 Per permit Add to fee schedule; currently no charge for 1 IUP but not on fee schedule Harnett Regional Water New FOG (Fats, Oils & Grease) Violation Fee-Second NOV 0 100 Per permit Add to fee schedule; currently no charge Harnett Regional Water New FOG (Fats, Oils & Grease) Violation Fee-Third NOV 0 500 Per permit Add to fee schedule; currently no charge Harnett Regional Water New FOG (Fats, Oils & Grease) Violation Fee-Fourth NOV w/ Suspension 0 500 Per permit Add to fee schedule; currently no charge HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 346 Appendix 2 Harnett County Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett Regional Water HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 347 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 211 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 1 HARNETT REGIONAL WATER Capital Improvement Plan 2025-26 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The capital improvement plan attached herewith is a working tool developed by the HRW staff to give guidance toward the County’s water and sewer infrastructure development and capital needs program. It consists of an assessment of the current water and wastewater systems and projects these capital needs over a ten-year period. This plan is offered to the Board to seek their guidance and input as they look toward Harnett County’s future. This plan should be a helpful fiscal planning tool that allows us to forecast capital demands on revenues and borrowing power to help avoid overextending ourselves financially during the next ten years and beyond. HRW recommends that the review and approval of this capital improvement plan be accomplished annually as part of the budget process. General approval of this document by resolution does not commit the Board to specific approval of any one project or expenditure, nor does it appropriate money for any project. This would still be accomplished through separate capital project ordinances. The approval by resolution from the Board simply approves the capital improvement plan as a plan for the forecast period. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 348 212 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 2 DESCRIPTION OF COUNTY Demographics. The County, formed in 1855, has a projected population of 136,709. The per capita income for the County is $47,518 and the median household income is $69,012 (23rd in NC). The poverty rate is 13.7% and the unemployment rate currently stands at 3.6%. Land Area Configurations. Harnett County is located in the south central portion of North Carolina. It lies partially in the Coastal Plain and partially in the Piedmont section. The eastern two-thirds of the County exhibit topographic features common to the Coastal Plain region of North Carolina. It is an area of level to gently rolling terrain with elevations ranging from 100 to 300 feet above sea level. The major underlying geological formation includes sedimentary rocks consisting mostly of unconsolidated sands and clays. Topographical features of the western part of the County resemble the Piedmont region of North Carolina. It is an area of steeper hills with elevations as high as 450 feet above sea level. The major underlying geological formation includes crystalline rocks, such as granite and slate. Mission Statement. “Harnett Regional Water provides high quality water and wastewater services to residents and businesses in Harnett County and the surrounding region. The organization is focused on customer service and is committed to environmental stewardship. Its position on the Cape Fear River, combined with significant investments in infrastructure and foresight from past and current leaders, will allow Harnett Regional Water to continue to serve the rapidly growing central region of North Carolina.” HRW continues to grow from a single county water and sewer department to a regional water and wastewater provider. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 349 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 213 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 3 Description of Existing Facilities. Harnett Regional Water provides water and/or wastewater services to approximately 120,000 Harnett County residents. HRW also provides public water to customers in Counties contiguous to ours. These Counties include Cumberland, Johnston, Moore, Lee, and Wake. The Harnett County Regional Water Treatment Plant supplies water to the Harnett County municipalities of Lillington, Angier, Erwin, and Coats. It supplies water to the Towns of Fuquay-Varina and Holly Springs in Wake County and also the Towns of Spring Lake and Linden in Cumberland County. It also jointly supplies water to Fort Bragg through a partnership with the Public Works Commission of Fayetteville. The Harnett County Regional Water Treatment Plant utilizes the Cape Fear River as the source for the system’s drinking water and currently has a treatment capacity of forty-two million gallons a day (42 MGD). HRW’s water system consists of nine County water and sewer districts. Each of these districts exists as a separate legal entity pursuant to Chapter 162A of the North Carolina General Statutes. The County maintains and operates the districts for a fee equal to the districts’ debt service amount. This amount is paid from general revenues received from water and/or wastewater sales from the various districts. The County established a “Harnett County Public Utilities Fund” in 1998 that consolidated accounting for the operation of these districts. This allowed the department to budget revenues and expenditures in a consolidated manner rather than nine individual district budgets. HRW provides wastewater treatment to the Towns of Angier, Coats and Lillington in Harnett County. HRW also provides wastewater treatment to the Town of Fuquay-Varina in Wake County and Fort Bragg Army Base in Cumberland County. HRW was established in 1982 with approximately 600 water customers and 8 employees. We have grown in the forty-three years since to approximately 44,000 water customers, 14,000 sewer customers and 120 employees. HRW infrastructure consists of approximately 1,490 miles of water mains, 420 miles of sewer collection mains and totals over $403 million dollars in assets. In addition to the 42 million gallon per day regional water plant mentioned above, other assets include 2 wastewater treatment plants with a combined treatment capacity of 22.5 million gallons per day, 20 elevated water storage tanks with 8.9 million gallons of capacity, 18.2 million gallons of ground storage capacity, a 60 million gallon reservoir, 24 water booster stations with pumping capacity of 133 million gallons per day and 105 sewer lift stations. Approximately 95% of Harnett County residents now have access to public water. As is apparent from the above history, HRW has experienced tremendous HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 350 214 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 4 growth and accomplishment through the valiant efforts and foresight of past and present Harnett County Commissioners and staff. Their dedication to a countywide water and strategically located sanitary sewer system is the reason for the utility’s success. WATER SYSTEM Treatment Facility. HRW’s existing 42 mgd (million gallons per day) regional water treatment facility was recently upgraded to that capacity in FY 2016-17 at a cost of approximately $12 million dollars. The project added four new filters, an upgraded alum sludge disposal system, new backwash/chemical storage and modified the raw water intake and raw water/reservoir low-lift pump stations. Moore County, Johnston County, the Towns of Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina in Wake County, as well as Fort Bragg in Cumberland County are the current capacity holders in the Harnett County Regional Water Treatment Facility. Currently, HRW is piloting the current treatment facility to establish what improvements will be needed to safely remove PFAS and PFOA (and other such chemicals) from our water supply to meet newly imposed EPA guidelines taking effect in 2029. It is estimated the WTP PFAS Improvements Project will cost approximately $80 million dollars and begin in FY 2027. The estimated project completion date will be in FY 2028-29. Due to the tremendous residential growth in the County, Harnett Regional Water is also committed to building a new 8-10 mgd water treatment facility in the Erwin area of the County. Our planning estimates project the new plant will be needed to supplement the existing Harnett Regional Water Treatment Plant by the end of this decade. Cost estimates are currently approximately $120 million dollars for the project as it will be funded by revenue bonds and HRW reserves. There is also the strong possibility that other surrounding entities will be interested in purchasing capacity in the new planned water treatment facility. Those discussions have already begun. Water Supply Plan. The State of North Carolina requires that all water systems submit an approved water supply plan annually. This plan is currently being updated by the HRW staff. The purpose of this plan is to provide evidence to the HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 351 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 215 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 5 State that the water system is providing adequate planning for the supply of water through a designated planning period. Water supply planning is also continuing in the area of hydraulic modeling as the engineering firm of Hazen & Sawyer is engaged in providing an updated water hydraulic model of our entire distribution system. This will be critical importance in planning and directing future water resources to accommodate new growth. Water Conservation Measures. Harnett County amended its Water Shortage & Conservation Ordinance in the spring of 2008. The ordinance was amended in response to the drought conditions in our area over the last several years. The ordinance now more clearly defines the stages of water conservation and what triggers their enactment. It also established a normal irrigation schedule and increased the department’s enforcement authority during emergencies. Our water supply is a critical resource that must be protected at all costs. Water Distribution System. HRW is in design discussions with the Town of Holly Springs in Wake County to upgrade our distribution system by constructing a 24 MGD intermediate pump station and 1 million gallon elevated storage tank to complete HRW’s ability to supply the Town with their entire 10 MGD water capacity allocation. This project is estimated to cost approximately $23 million dollars and would be jointly funded from the Town of Holly Springs and HRW. It is estimated to begin in FY 26 and is still in the negotiating stages with the Town of Holly Springs. The Erwin St. Matthews Road Utility Extension Project is currently underway and will make needed water and wastewater improvements in certain areas of the Town. This project is estimated to cost $1.8 million dollars. Other planned water projects in Erwin include the Erwin Downtown Utility Project which will connect several buildings in the downtown area to a different water transmission line to improve existing water quality. This project is estimated to cost approximately $600,000 and should begin in FY 26. The Northwest Water Rehabilitation Project consists of the rehabilitation and replacement of several thousand feet of water transmission mains in the Northwest area of the County. This is needed due to the age of the existing infrastructure and the recurring leaks caused by the pipe insufficiencies. This project is projected to begin in FY 27 and cost approximately $6 million dollars. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 352 216 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 6 Regional Interconnects. As you are aware, Harnett County’s water system is interconnected to several area public water systems that we do not provide water to including: the City of Dunn, the Town of Benson, the City of Raleigh, the Town of Apex, the City of Fayetteville (PWC), the City of Durham, and finally the Town of Cary. These connections are of a vital importance in the event of emergency water shortage conditions. The ability to provide and receive additional water from these various sources makes all of these systems more dependent upon each other and truly interconnected in a regional manner. HRW is a member of the Triangle Water Supply Partnership and our water system participates with the triangle water utilities in regional water supply planning, with the goal of collaboratively planning for, maintaining, and implementing, long-term sustainable and secure water supplies for our region in the future. WASTEWATER SYSTEM Wastewater Treatment and Collection. The County currently owns two active wastewater treatment plants, the North Harnett Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant and the South Harnett Regional Wastewater Plant. The South Harnett plant began operation in June 2009 and has a capacity of 15 mgd. It serves all of the southern area of the County and Fort Bragg. The North Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant has a capacity of 7.5 MGD and recently underwent major modifications to its filters and bio-solids storage facilities as part of the North Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project. This project was completed in FY 2020-21 at a cost of approximately $11 million dollars. The North Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant is also under construction for a major capacity upgrade which will increase the plant’s capacity to 16.5 MGD. This project costs approximately $112 million dollars and includes participation from our regional wastewater partner towns of Angier, Fuquay-Varina and Lillington. This major expansion is expected to be complete in FY 27. The Southwest Wastewater Pump Station & Force Main Project consists of the renovation of our regional sewer lift station and the construction of approximately 5 miles of 20 inch sewer force main along Hwy 87 in the Southwest portion of Harnett County. This project is currently under design and is estimated to cost approximately $11.5 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 353 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 217 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 7 million dollars and construction should get underway in FY 26. The Buies Creek-Coats Collection System Upgrade is a planned upgrade of the collection transmission system that transports the wastewater from this area of the County to the North Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant. This upgrade is needed to support additional growth in these areas including the planned residential subdivisions located in the vicinity of these needed improvements. This project is estimated to cost approximately $11 million dollars and should begin in FY 27. Regional Wastewater Facilities. Harnett County has commissioned four different engineers since 1968 to look at comprehensive approaches to the long-range planning of Harnett County’s water and wastewater needs. The most recent of these is the Northern Harnett Wastewater Master Plan for the Districts in the northern section of the County. This study was authored by Hazen and Sawyer and was completed in FY 2017-18. All of these wastewater plans have concluded that a regional approach utilizing a consolidation of systems is the best plan practical for protection of public health and economic development. There will continue to be County development of services which will extend from existing facilities; and, due to the escalating cost of expansion and operating expenses, it is likely that other regions within the County will be attempting to regionalize systems within the next ten years. In addition to this, regulatory restraints will force regionalization to happen in order to eliminate as many discharges into our water basin as possible. Areas outside the County, which are tributary to our drainage basins and wastewater treatment facilities, (i.e. southern Wake County and northern Cumberland County as recent examples) also provide realistic opportunities for regionalization. These relationships should be nurtured to provide the greatest scale of economy in building additional wastewater collection lines to serve Harnett County citizens. FINANCIAL PLANNING Revenue Projections. Revenue projections for the next 10 years are difficult if not impossible to correctly predict. They are tied to a myriad of factors including residential and commercial growth in the County, local and regional economic HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 354 218 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 8 conditions, and the ability of our utility to meet all future water and sewer needs throughout the County and region. Before we can attempt to predict future revenues, we need to look at current revenue trends for the last several fiscal years. HRW Operating Revenues Financial Operating Period Revenues FY 14-15 $32,162,037 FY 15-16 $34,446,531 FY 16-17 $35,872,649 FY 17-18 $39,203,558 FY 18-19 $39,987,902 FY 19-20 $41,091,355 FY 20-21 $42,140,995 FY 21-22 $49,139,362 FY 22-23 $49,568,547 FY 23-24 $58,498,680 You can see from these figures that annual revenues increased by $26,336,643 in the last nine fiscal years. This represents a 81% increase in annual operating revenues in that time span. Most of this increase is due to the growth of water and wastewater infrastructure throughout the County and increasing growth of water supply to the surrounding region. Rates must be adjusted to cover the ever increasing cost of service to include debt repayment and meet capital reserve targets to cover emergencies and capital project funding. The overall financial strategy of the Department is to continue to maximize revenues consistent with an even pace of residential and commercial/industrial growth within the County. Expenditures will be kept in line consistent with adequately maintaining treatment and distribution systems while emphasizing regulatory compliance in all areas. Harnett Regional Water is at a historical crossroads in the sense that 95% of all County residents have access to water. Additional access to water has been the primary source of a growing revenue base in the past. However, since most areas within the County now have access to water, future revenue growth will be directly correlated to the Department’s goal to provide access to sewer to densely populated unincorporated areas HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 355 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 219 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 9 of the County and the Department’s ever increasingly important role as a regional water and wastewater treatment provider to surrounding municipalities, counties and Fort Bragg. CUSTOMER SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS HRW recently had a “Public Utilities Efficiency Study” completed by the Management Consulting firm of Martin-McGill out of Asheville, NC. Although the overwhelming result of the study was positive, one of the main recommendations for improvement within the department was in the area of customer service. Specifically, the need to upgrade existing outdated technologies such as water/sewer customer billing software that was over a decade old, asset management work order software, automated customer telephone systems, etc. HRW has aggressively started that process and has recently completed the installation of a new and enhanced customer information system (CIS) software system that includes a mobile work order and enhanced customer portal system. We have also engaged with new providers to enhance our existing Interactive Voice Response (IVR) telephone system to give customers access to enhanced technological features. HRW has also installed updated smart meters. These new meters send usage data to HRW through a wireless network and provide much more information to our customers and staff. All of these efforts have greatly improved our customers’ access to information and allowed us to serve their needs much more efficiently. Capital Project Budget Summary Attachment 1 is a capital project budget summary that combines all the proposed capital projects discussed earlier in this report. It provides a snapshot of anticipated capital needs over the next ten years. The expenditures section shows each project’s total budget. The revenue section shows the expected funding sources for each year. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 356 220 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 10 EXPENDITURES Total Cost Total Cost Total Cost Total Cost Total Cost Total Cost Total Cost Total Cost Total Cost Total Cost Totals Project Name FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 FY 2028-29 FY 2029-30 FY 2030-31 FY 2031-32 FY 2032-33 FY 2033-34 FY 2034-35 NHWWTP Capacity Upgrade $111,376,000 $111,376,000 SW WW PS & FM $11,518,388 $11,518,388 Erwin St Matthews Rd Utility Ext Project $1,770,420 $1,770,420 Erwin Downtown Utility Project $526,357 $526,357 Old Hamilton Rd Water Extension Project $1,596,073 $1,596,073 Wake County Distribution Upgrade $22,650,000 $22,650,000 BCC Collection System Upgrade $10,793,200 $10,793,200 WTP PFAS Ugrade Project $80,000,000 $80,000,000 NW Water Rehabilitation Project $6,000,000 $6,000,000 Northeast Harnett Regional WTP Project $120,000,000 $120,000,000 Harnett Jetport Utility Extension Project $2,500,000 $2,500,000 NW Water Transmission $8,200,000 $8,200,000 WTP Property Acquistion-Watkins 50 acres $1,000,000 $1,000,000 SC Tank 5 Construction (Doc's/Nursery)$2,090,000 $2,090,000 BCC Collection System Upgrade Ph II $3,750,000 $3,750,000 Southwest Regional GST $3,004,180 $3,004,180 MW Tank 6/SW Transmission Connect $390,000 $390,000 Totals $149,437,238 $96,793,200 $120,000,000 $2,500,000 $8,200,000 $1,000,000 $2,090,000 $3,750,000 $3,004,180 $390,000 $387,164,618 REVENUES FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 FY 2028-29 FY 2029-30 FY 2030-31 FY 2031-32 FY 2032-33 FY 2033-34 FY 2034-35 Totals Grants from all sources $28,300,000 $15,793,200 $44,093,200 Revenue Bonds $30,000,000 $30,000,000 State Revolving Loans $50,000,000 $30,000,000 $80,000,000 Regional Entity Participation $40,000,000 $40,000,000 Holly Springs $15,875,000 $15,875,000 Fuquay Varina $42,075,378 $42,075,378 Angier $15,468,889 $15,468,889 Lillington $6,187,556 $6,187,556 Harnett Regional Water Reserves $41,530,415 $31,000,000 $20,000,000 $2,500,000 $8,200,000 $1,000,000 $2,090,000 $3,750,000 $3,004,180 $390,000 $113,464,595 Totals $149,437,238 $96,793,200 $120,000,000 $2,500,000 $8,200,000 $1,000,000 $2,090,000 $3,750,000 $3,004,180 $390,000 $387,164,618 Debt Summary FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 FY 2028-29 FY 2029-30 FY 2030-31 FY 2031-32 FY 2032-33 FY 2033-34 FY 2034-35 Totals Actual New Debt $0 $50,000,000 $60,000,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $110,000,000 Planned Rate Increases Current Rates/Water FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 FY 2028-29 FY 2029-30 FY 2030-31 FY 2031-32 FY 2032-33 FY 2033-34 FY 2034-35 Totals $22/2,000 min no change no change $24.00 no change no change no change $26.00 no change no change no change $5.75/1,000 gal above min no change no change $6.00 no change no change no change $6.25 no change no change no change $3.00 Bulk Rate no change no change $3.45 no change no change no change $3.70 no change no change no change $2.35 Bulk Rate Capacity Holders no change no change $2.70 no change no change no change $2.90 no change no change no change % increase no change no change 7%/15%no change no change no change 7%no change no change no change Monthly $ Increase in Avg Bill n/a n/a $2.75 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Revenue from increase $0 $0 $3,000,000 $0 $0 $0 $1,610,000 $0 $0 $0 $4,610,000 Current Rates/Sewer FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 FY 2028-29 FY 2029-30 FY 2030-31 FY 2031-32 FY 2032-33 FY 2033-34 FY 2034-35 Totals $16 Flat no change no change $17.00 no change no change no change $18.00 no change no change no change $6.5/1,000 gals no change no change $7.00 no change no change no change $7.50 no change no change no change $2.75 Bulk Rate Capacity Holders no change no change $3.15 no change no change no change $3.35 no change no change no change % increase no change no change 7%/15%no change no change no change 7%no change no change no change Monthly $ Increase in Avg Bill n/a n/a $3.50 n/a n/a n/a $3.50 n/a n/a n/a Revenue from increase $0 $0 $1,135,000 $0 $0 $0 $1,270,000 $0 $0 $0 $2,405,000 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 357 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 221 Harnett countY Fiscal Year 2026 Harnett regional Water- - 11 Duly adopted this the day of _______ 2025, upon motion made by Commissioner , seconded by Commissioner , and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Board of Commissioners of the County of Harnett By: Matthew Nicol, Chairman of the Board and of the governing body of all Water and Sewer Districts of Harnett County ATTEST: Melissa Capps, Clerk to the Board HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 358 Appendix 3 Harnett County Approved 2026 -2032 Capital Improvements Program HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 359 Table of ContentsIntroduction 224 Action Summary 229 Total Cost of Projects by Year 232 Funding Sources 238 Operating Budget Effects 242 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 360 224 About the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett countyAbout the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) The CIP is a long-term plan for funding the County’s major capital needs. It shows how facilities, equipment, and other projects that cost $100,000 or more could be scheduled and funded over the next seven years, beginning in FY 2026 . It is important to state upfront that this is a PLAN, not a BUDGET, since a budget controls the actual spending of allocated funds. While staff attempts to be as accurate as possible, it is difficult to estimate project costs exactly, particularly early in the planning process. Before funds can be spent, they must be budgeted through the operating budget or, in most cases, through a separately adopted project ordinance. The same is true for operating costs, particularly for new facilities. As facilities are being planned, staff attempts to identify operating costs, such as staffing and utilities. The cost of these items depends on final square footage and operational issues that may not be apparent until the facility is far along in planning. CIP Process The CIP is a plan which is updated annually and may be modified at any time to reflect changing conditions. A CIP is a systematic way of anticipating, planning, and budgeting for major projects. The adoption of a CIP can improve the credit worthiness (bond rating) of a jurisdiction. Timeline for adoption: CIP requests originate at the department/agency level. Requests were submitted on or before October 25,2024. The Manager’s Office is responsible for reviewing new and existing requests and recommending a proposed CIP to the Board of Commissioners. The recommended CIP was presented on December 2, 2024. During the December 10, 2024, work session, Commissioners reviewed the recommendation in detail.. Public comment was held on December 16, 2024. The CIP was adopted on January 6, 2025. Overall Approach Keep in mind that the Capital Improvement Program is just a plan. While a great deal of effort and analysis have gone into the development of the CIP, it will most likely change during the fiscal year. The CIP will continue to be reviewed throughout the year, and recommended plan changes will be presented to the Board of Commissioners for consideration. Board of Education The Board of Education has requested approximately $483 million (in today’s dollars) in new facility requests. The County currently does not have the resources to pay for these facilities, so these projects are shown as future projects in the CIP. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 361 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 About the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) 225 harnett countyIn April 2024, as part of its FY 2025 budget request, the Board of Education presented a list of facility needs to the Board of Commissioners. The list and how the CIP addresses these needs are as follows (per the Board of Education document, costs shown below are estimates and do not include escalation or maintenance-type requests): Category/Projects April 2024 Estimated Cost How CIP Addresses Current Projects Flatwoods Middle School (1100 seats, land procured)$ 78,000,000 Included as a funded project Tier 1 Projects (Immediate to 1 year) Highland High School (2000 seats, land procured)$ 97,000,000 Included as a future project Lillington-Shawtown Elementary School Gym Addition $ 8,000,000 Inlcluded as a funded project Child Nutrition Freezer Storage $ 4,200,000 Inlcluded as a funded project New School Transportation Facility (McNeill Street property)$ 15,401,352 Included as a future project HCHS/THS/WHHS Renovations (estimate needed)TBD Not submitted as a CIP request Triton High School Auxiliary Gym Addition $ 10,000,000 Included as a future project Tier 2 Projects (2 to 3 years) STAR Academy Renovations/Replacement $ 100,000 Not submitted as a CIP request Buies Creek Elementary School Replacement $ 35,000,000 Included as a future project Tier 3 Projects (4 to 7 years) Southwest (NC 87 corridor) Elementary School $ 43,000,000 Not submitted as a CIP request Northern/Northwest Harnett-area Elementary School $ 43,000,000 Not submitted as a CIP request North Harnett Primary Renovations TBD Not submitted as a CIP request Tier 4 Projects (Beyond 7 years) Western Harnett-area Middle School $ 75,000,000 Not submitted as a CIP request—beyond CIP timeframe Northwestern Harnett-area Middle School (land procured)$ 75,000,000 Not submitted as a CIP request—beyond CIP timeframe Other School Renovations (school-by-school basis)TBD Not submitted as a CIP request—beyond CIP timeframe HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 362 226 Project Evaluation and Prioritization Criteria Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett countyProject Evaluation and Prioritization Criteria Each new project is reviewed by the CIP Management Team, which consists of the County Manager, Deputy and Assistant County Managers, Finance Officer, and Budget Director. Each project is evaluated based on the following criteria: safety, mandate, timing/linkages, economic impact, efficiencies, maintain current service levels, improve access of service/information, improve quality of service, add service, operating budget impact, consistency with strategic plan/community support/ impact, and financing. Each project is scored and prioritized based on the following criteria: >Imperative (must do): correct danger to public health & safety, meet legal obligation, alleviate immediate service/facility deficiency, prevent irreparable damage (Score 3) >Essential (should do): rehabilitate/replace obsolete facility, stimulate economic growth, reduce future operating costs, leverage grants (Score 2) >Important (could do): provides new or expanded service, promotes intergovernmental cooperation, reduces energy use, enhances cultural or natural resources (Score 1) >Don’t do: not recommended at this time (Score 0) Recommended Changes The FY 2025-2031 CIP was approved by the Board of Commissioners on December 18, 2023. Changes to previously approved CIP include the following: >Cooperative Extension – Agricultural Center Educational Kitchen: Construct an educational kitchen, to provide Harnett County farmers with essential digital marketing tools to enhance their businesses and promote local food products [+180,000]. >Cooperative Extension – Farmers Market Phase 1: Construct Phase 1 of the new permanent farmers market facility next to Harnett Regional Water Business Center to support growers transitioning to higher value crops, support new growers, connect Harnett County residents to fresh farm products, and serve as an activity and educational hub for the county [+1,000,000]. >Development Services – Highland School Road Extension: Construct a new road segment connecting Buffalo Lake Road to Tingen Road. This approximately 0.6-mile extension is necessary to accommodate the anticipated growth in the area, particularly the construction of a new high school along Highland School Road within the next three years [+3,693,080]. >Emergency Services – Angier VIPER Radio Project: Construct a new emergency radio communications tower in the Angier area in partnership with the NC State Highway Patrol [+2,025,000]. >Emergency Services – Spout Springs VIPER Radio Project: Construct a new emergency radio communications tower in the Spout Springs area in partnership with the NC State Highway Patrol [2,025,000]. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 363 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Project Evaluation and Prioritization Criteria 227 harnett county >Establish a Vehicle Replacement Capital Reserve Fund: Establish an annual contribution of $120,000 to the Harnett Area Rural Transit System Capital Reserve Fund. Funds will be used to replace countyowned HARTS vehicles. The Harnett County Board of Commissioners established Fund 522, a capital reserve fund for HARTS, in FY 2025 [+120,000]. >Fleet Maintenance – Fleet Maintenance Facility Improvement or Replacement: Construct a 40’x80’ metal building addition to the county garage facility to provide adequate space for the maintenance of the county’s expanding fleet, thereby improving vehicle service turnaround times and ensuring the safety of garage staff [+560,000]. >Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) – HARTS vehicle replacement: Replace county owned transit vehicles in accordance with North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)’s guidelines based on maximum mileage and lift mechanism cycles [+126,165]. >Harnett County Schools – Resurfacing of Rubberized Tracks: Resurface the rubberized tracks at Western Harnett High School, Triton High School, and Harnett Central High School to prevent safety hazards for student-athletes [+162,998]. >Harnett County Sheriff’s Office - Body-Worn Camera System: Purchase and install body-worn cameras for 70 law enforcement officers [+506,940]. >Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) – Fuel Tank Replacement: Replace existing Avgas and JetA tanks to increase fuel capacity and provide a safer working environment for employees [+2,250,184]. >Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) – Runway Extension: Construct a 500-foot extension of the HRJ runway to provide adequate space to meet the demands of the growing aviation industry in our region. This expansion is a proactive step to ensure that the jetport remains competitive and can effectively serve the needs of businesses relying on air transportation [+15,600,000]. >Parks & Recreation – Anderson Creek Park Development Phase 3: Replace the playground equipment at Anderson Creek Park [+140,612]. >Parks & Recreation – Boone Trail Park Development Phase 2: Develop Phase 2 of the Boone Trail Park, which will consist of new park amenities including additional parking, amphitheater, sidewalks, general grading and sitework, landscaping, and signage [+478,305]. >Public Library – Mobile Outreach Vehicle: Purchase a bookmobile to provide library services to underserved areas of Harnett County [+305,605]. >Public Library – Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Installation in Branches: Implement RFID technology at Angier, Benhaven, Boone Trail, Coats, Dunn, and Erwin Library Branches to improve workflow efficiencies, improve security and loss prevention, strengthen collection management, and enhance patron experience [+137,845]. Add Future Projects >Parks & Recreation – Bunnlevel Community Park: Develop a new community park in the Bunnlevel area to include a playground, picnic shelter, small open space, and parking area. >Harnett County Schools – Flatwoods Elementary School: Construct a new 150,000 square-foot elementary school to accommodate 1,100 students and to alleviate projected overcrowding at Anderson Creek Primary, Boone Trail Elementary, Lillington-Shawtown Elementary, Highland Elementary, and South Harnett Elementary schools. >Harnett County Schools – Harnett County early College/Career Technology Center (Lillington): Construct a new 110,000 square-foot high school to accommodate 530 students and promote economic growth, educational excellence, and community development.HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 364 228 Project Evaluation and Prioritization Criteria Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett county >Harnett County Schools – Stadium Lighting Upgrades: Upgrade the stadium lighting systems at all Harnett County high schools, including Western Harnett High School, Harnett Central High School, Overhills High School, and Triton High School. The current lighting systems, primarily utilizing metal halide bulbs, are becoming increasingly obsolete and inefficient. >Harnett County Schools – Triton High School: Construct a 15,000 square-foot auxiliary gymnasium addition at Triton High School to provide adequate recreational and instructional space for students.Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Runway Expansion: Construct a 500-foot extension of the HRJ runway to provide adequate space to meet the demands of the growing aviation industry in our region. The CIP encompasses both high-level summaries of major projects, revenues, and operating expenses, and in-depth analyses of individual projects, including justifications, detailed cost estimates, funding sources, and potential budgetary implications. Assumptions Generally, construction costs are inflated 6-10% per year. Staff also recommends a 5-10% contingency for most projects. Other project costs, such as equipment, and operating costs are usually inflated by a factor of 3% per year, unless there is good reason to use another inflationary factor (which will be noted). Operating costs are generally inflated 3% per year unless costs are fixed by contract. Debt Indicators As the list above demonstrates, there are significant future projects on the horizon, namely school facilities and the construction of a new animal shelter and farmers market. All these projects will require that the county issue debt in order to fund them. Harnett County already has a fairly high debt burden (figures below are from the NC Treasurer’s 2023 Analysis of Debt report): >The debt to appraised value ratio is 1.199%. The average ratio of counties 100,000 to 249,999 population is 0.943%. The highest ratio in the population group is 1.682%. >Harnett County’s debt per capita (what each resident would owe if the debt had to be repaid today) is $1,152. The average debt per capita for the population group is $1,136. The highest debt per capita in this group is $2,020. The County currently contributes $11 million from the general fund to fund existing and planned future debt. In addition, sales tax restricted for education is accumulated for debt. The County should be judicious about issuing new debt and work closely with Harnett County Schools to identify top priorities for funding. HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 365 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Action Summary 229 harnett countyAction Summary Project Status New Cooperative Extension - Agricultural Center Educational Kitchen Parks & Recreation - Anderson Creek Park Development Phase 3 Emergency Services - Angier VIPER Radio Tower Parks & Recreation - Boone Trail Park Development Phase 2 Cooperative Extension - Farmers Market Phase 1 Fleet Maintenance - Fleet Maintenance Facility Improvement Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) - Fuel Tank Replacement Harentt Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) - HARTS Vehicle Replacement Harentt Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) - HARTS Vehicle Replacement Capital Reserve Fund Development Services - Highland School Road Extension Public Library - Mobile Outreach Vehicle Public Library - Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Installation in Branches Harnett County Schools - Resurfacing of Rubberized Tracks Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) - Runway Extension Emergency Services - Spout Springs VIPER Radio Tower Approved-No Contracts Animal Services - Animal Shelter Replacement Parks & Recreation - Boone Trail Park Development Phase 1 Parks & Recreation - Cape Fear Shiner Park Development Phase 2 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Cardiac Monitors Replacement Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) - CCCC - Capital Maintenance & Replacement Fund Harnett County Schools - Child Nutrition Freezer/Cooler Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Convalescent Transport Unit Replacements Information Technology - Core Server Infrastructure Upgrade/Replacement Information Technology - Core Storage Infrastructure Upgrade/Replacement Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - County Morgue Harnett County Sheriff - Detention Center Body Scanner System Harnett County Schools - Early College at Dunn Relocation/Renovation Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Emergency Medical Services Capital Reserve Appropriation Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Emergency Transport Unit Remounts Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Emergency Transport Unit Replacements Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) - Etheridge Renovations HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 366 230 Action Summary Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett county Facilities Maintenance - Facilities Capital Maintenance & Replacement Fund Harnett County Schools - Flatwoods Middle School Harnett County Sheriff - Generator Purchase and Installation Parks & Recreation - Greenway Trail Construction Capital Reserve Appropriation Harnett County Schools - Harnett County Schools Maintenance Fund Harnett County Schools - Lillington-Shawtown Elementary School Gym Addition Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) - Miriello HVAC Replacement Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) - Miriello Renovations Parks & Recreation - Neills Creek Park Master Plan and Park Development Phase 1 Solid Waste - Northwest Convenience Center Relocation Parks & Recreation - Northwest Harnett Park Development Parks & Recreation - Parks & Recreation Capital Reserve Appropriation Parks & Recreation - Patriots Park Development Phase 3 Department of Social Services (DSS) - Second Floor Upfit Harnett County Sheriff - Sheriff Capital Reserve Appropriation Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Stretchers and Power Load Equipment Replacement Approved-Contracts Let Harnett County Sheriff - Body-Worn Camera System Information Technology - Broadband Expansion Initiative Substantially Complete Development Services - Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update Harnett County Schools - New Northwest Harnett Elementary School Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) - New Terminal Construction Completed Emergency Services - Emergency (VIPER) Radios Replacement - Municipal Police Departments Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) - Harnett Regional Jetport Master Plan Update Harnett County Schools - Johnsonville Elementary School Phase 1 Expansion & Renovation Future Parks & Recreation - Anderson Creek Park Development (Future Phases) Board of Elections - Board of Elections Facility Replacement/Renovation Parks & Recreation - Boone Trail Park Development (Future Phases) Harnett County Schools - Buies Creek Elementary School Replacement Facilities Maintenance - Courthouse Shell-Space Upfit Harnett County Schools - Custodial & Grounds Warehouse Replacement Harnett County Sheriff - Detention Center Housing Unit Addition HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 367 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Action Summary 231 harnett county Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) - Drainage System Repair Harnett County Sheriff - Evidence Storage & Crime Scene Processing Bay Harnett County Schools - Flatwoods Elementary School Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) - Hangar Development Harnett County Schools - Harnett County Early College/Career Technology Center (Lillington) Harnett County Schools - Harnett County Schools Transportation Maintenance Facility Replacement Harnett County Schools - Lafayette Elementary School Renovation Harnett County Schools - New Highland High School Harnett County Schools - Stadium Lighting Upgrades Harnett County Schools - Triton High School Auxiliary Gym Addition Public Library - Western Harnett Service Expansion HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 368 232 Total Cost of Each Project by Year Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett countyTotal Cost of Each Project by Year PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Animal Services - Animal Shelter Replacement 9,216,076 256,636 - 4,262,878 4,696,562 - - - - - 9,216,076 Animal Services Total 9,216,076 256,636 - 4,262,878 4,696,562 - - - - - 9,216,076 Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) - CCCC - Capital Maintenance & Replacement Fund - - 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 200,000 200,000 3,934,000 Etheridge Renovations 1,880,920 - - - - - - 1,880,920 - - 1,880,920 Miriello HVAC Replacement 210,000 - 210,000 - - - - - - - 210,000 Miriello Renovations 1,648,081 - - - 1,648,081 - - - - - 1,648,081 Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) Total 3,739,001 - 799,000 589,000 2,237,081 589,000 589,000 2,469,920 200,000 200,000 7,673,001 Cooperative Extension Agricultural Center Educational Kitchen 180,000 - 180,000 - - - - - - - 180,000 Farmers Market Phase 1 - - 1,000,000 - - - - - - - 1,000,000 Cooperative Extension Total 180,000 - 1,180,000 - - - - - - - 1,180,000 Department of Social Services (DSS) Second Floor Upfit 1,200,000 67,985 1,132,015 - - - - - - - 1,200,000 Department of Social Services (DSS) Total 1,200,000 67,985 1,132,015 - - - - - - - 1,200,000 Development Services Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update 219,000 197,895 31,105 - - - - - - - 229,000 Highland School Road Extension - - 774,360 1,459,360 1,459,360 - - - - - 3,693,080 Development Services Total 219,000 197,895 805,465 1,459,360 1,459,360 - - - - - 3,922,080 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 369 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Total Cost of Each Project by Year 233 harnett countyTotal Cost of Each Project by Year PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Cardiac Monitors Replacement 610,855 - - - 610,855 - - - - - 610,855 Convalescent Transport Unit Replacements - 445,710 134,415 141,136 148,193 155,602 163,382 171,551 180,129 189,135 1,729,253 County Morgue 396,100 - 396,100 - - - - - - - 396,100 Emergency Medical Services Capital Reserve Appropriation - 690,000 1,100,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 7,740,000 Emergency Transport Unit Remounts - 368,297 125,621 - - - 312,841 321,221 329,600 312,841 1,770,421 Emergency Transport Unit Replacements - 1,011,839 554,774 285,709 294,030 302,352 - - 327,317 - 2,776,021 Stretchers and Power Load Equipment Replacement 1,163,524 - - - - - - - 1,163,524 - 1,163,524 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Total 2,170,479 2,515,846 2,310,910 1,276,845 1,903,078 1,307,954 1,326,223 1,342,772 2,850,570 1,351,976 16,186,174 Emergency Services Angier VIPER Radio Tower - - - - - - - - - 2,025,000 2,025,000 Emergency (VIPER) Radios Replacement 5,611,099 5,611,099 - - - - - - - - 5,611,099 Emergency (VIPER) Radios Replacement - Municipal Police Departments 1,571,309 1,571,309 - - - - - - - - 1,571,309 Spout Springs VIPER Radio Tower - - - - - - - - - 2,025,000 2,025,000 Emergency Services Total 7,182,408 7,182,408 - - - - - - - 4,050,000 11,232,408 Facilities Maintenance Benhaven (former) School Renovation 3,292,401 3,292,401 - - - - - - - - 3,292,401 Facilities Capital Maintenance & Replacement Fund - 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 4,500,000 HVAC Control Upgrades and Standardization 500,775 500,775 - - - - - - - - 500,775 Facilities Maintenance Total 3,793,176 4,293,176 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 8,293,176 Fleet Maintenance Fleet Maintenance Facility Improvement or Replacement - - - 560,000 - - - - - - 560,000 Fleet Maintenance Total - - - 560,000 - - - - - - 560,000 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 370 234 Total Cost of Each Project by Year Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett countyTotal Cost of Each Project by Year PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Harentt Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) HARTS Vehicle Replacement - - - 126,165 129,949 133,848 - 141,879 146,135 150,519 828,495 HARTS Vehicle Replacement Capital Reserve Fund - - - 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 840,000 Harentt Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) Total - - - 246,165 249,949 253,848 120,000 261,879 266,135 270,519 1,668,495 Harnett County Schools Camera Upgrades 453,124 453,124 - - - - - - - - 453,124 Child Nutrition Freezer/Cooler - - 4,294,035 - - - - - - - 4,294,035 Early College at Dunn Relocation/Renovation - 27,448 537,552 - - - - - - - 565,000 Electronic Door Locks 355,332 355,332 - - - - - - - - 355,332 Flatwoods Middle School - 1,200,000 1,380,365 53,826,704 30,322,841 - - - - - 86,729,910 Harnett County Schools Maintenance Fund - 4,241,415 1,400,000 2,775,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 16,816,415 Johnsonville Elementary School Phase 1 Expansion & Renovation 5,100,000 5,100,000 - - - - - - - - 5,100,000 Lillington-Shawtown Elementary School Gym Addition - - 7,285,000 - - - - - - - 7,285,000 New Northwest Harnett Elementary School 45,802,344 45,802,344 - - - - - - - - 45,802,344 Resurfacing of Rubberized Tracks - - - 162,998 375,346 - - - - - 538,344 Weapons Detection Systems 3,977,247 3,977,247 - - - - - - - - 3,977,247 Harnett County Schools Total 55,688,047 61,156,910 14,896,952 56,764,702 32,098,187 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 171,916,751 Harnett County Sheriff Body-worn Camera System - - 101,388 101,388 101,388 101,388 101,388 - - - 506,940 Detention Center Body Scanner System 166,000 - 166,000 - - - - - - - 166,000 Generator Purchase and Installation 2,700,000 - 2,700,000 - - - - - - - 2,700,000 Sheriff Capital Reserve Appropriation - 3,930,591 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 9,130,591 Harnett County Sheriff Total 2,866,000 3,930,591 3,617,388 751,388 751,388 751,388 751,388 650,000 650,000 650,000 12,503,531 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 371 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Total Cost of Each Project by Year 235 harnett countyTotal Cost of Each Project by Year PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) Apron Expansion 5,110,473 5,110,473 - - - - - - - - 5,110,473 Fuel Tank Replacement - - 1,096,667 1,153,517 - - - - - - 2,250,184 Harnett Regional Jetport Master Plan Update 414,357 414,357 - - - - - - - - 414,357 New Terminal Construction 6,391,150 6,870,096 374,325 - - - - - - - 7,244,421 Runway Extension 15,600,000 - 1,730,000 13,870,000 - - - - - - 15,600,000 Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) Total 27,515,980 12,394,926 3,200,992 15,023,517 - - - - - - 30,619,435 Information Technology Broadband Expansion Initiative 4,735,000 4,735,000 1,393,626 - - - - - - - 6,128,626 Core Server Infrastructure Upgrade/Replacement 1,736,753 789,433 - - 947,320 - - - - - 1,736,753 Core Storage Infrastructure Upgrade/Replacement 500,000 - - 500,000 - - - - - - 500,000 Information Technology Total 6,971,753 5,524,433 1,393,626 500,000 947,320 - - - - - 8,365,379 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 372 236 Total Cost of Each Project by Year Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett countyTotal Cost of Each Project by Year PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Parks & Recreation Anderson Creek Park Development Phase 2 235,000 208,263 - - - - - - - - 208,263 Anderson Creek Park Development Phase 3 - - - 140,612 - - - - - - 140,612 Benhaven Community Park Redevelopment 242,500 242,965 - - - - - - - - 242,965 Boone Trail Park Development Phase 1 135,000 15,020 119,980 - - - - - - - 135,000 Boone Trail Park Development Phase 2 - - - - - - - - - 478,305 478,305 Cape Fear Shiner Park Development Phase 2 780,379 - 517,779 262,600 - - - - - - 780,379 Greenway Trail Construction Capital Reserve Appropriation - 365,000 218,762 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 1,283,762 Neills Creek Park Development Master Plan and Park Development Phase 1 1,309,400 52,893 66,207 1,387,822 - - - - - - 1,506,922 Neills Creek Park Restroom, Concession & Maintenance Building 444,225 - 109,225 335,000 - - - - - - 444,225 Northwest Harnett Park Development 1,441,100 - 65,000 - 561,500 816,000 - - - - 1,442,500 Parks & Recreation Capital Reserve Appropriation - 1,750,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 3,350,000 Patriots Park Development Phase 3 210,000 4,350 205,650 - - - - - - - 210,000 Shawtown Community Park Development 217,500 220,025 - - - - - - - - 220,025 Parks & Recreation Total 5,015,104 2,858,516 1,502,603 2,426,034 861,500 1,116,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 778,305 10,442,958 Public Library Benhaven Branch Library 406,728 344,240 - - - - - - - - 344,240 Mobile Outreach Vehicle - - - - 283,220 32,385 - - - - 315,605 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Installation in Branches - - - 137,845 - - - - - - 137,845 Public Library Total 406,728 344,240 - 137,845 283,220 32,385 - - - - 797,690 Grand Total 126,163,752 100,723,562 31,338,951 84,497,734 45,987,645 5,950,575 4,986,611 6,924,571 6,166,705 9,200,800 295,777,154 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 373 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Total Cost of Each Project by Year 237 harnett countyTotal Cost of Each Project by Year PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Solid Waste - - - - - - - - - - - Northwest Convenience Center Relocation 513,581 165,108 345,990 10,406 - - - - - - 521,504 Solid Waste Total 513,581 165,108 345,990 10,406 - - - - - - 521,504 Grand Total 513,581 165,108 345,990 10,406 - - - - - - 521,504 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 374 238 Funding Sources Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett countyFunding Sources PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 - - - - - - - - - - - Total - - - - - - - - - - - Animal Services - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves 32,341 32,341 - - - - - - - - 32,341 Debt Proceeds 9,183,735 224,295 - 4,262,878 4,696,562 - - - - - 9,183,735 Animal Services Total 9,216,076 256,636 - 4,262,878 4,696,562 - - - - - 9,216,076 Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves 210,000 - 210,000 - - - - - - - 210,000 CCCC Capital Reserves 3,529,001 - - - 1,648,081 - - 1,880,920 - - 3,529,001 Transfer from General Fund - - 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 200,000 200,000 3,934,000 Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) Total 3,739,001 - 799,000 589,000 2,237,081 589,000 589,000 2,469,920 200,000 200,000 7,673,001 Cooperative Extension - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves - - 200,000 - - - - - - - 200,000 Grants, Gifts, Etc. 130,000 - 930,000 - - - - - - - 930,000 Transfer from General Fund 50,000 - 50,000 - - - - - - - 50,000 Cooperative Extension Total 180,000 - 1,180,000 - - - - - - - 1,180,000 Department of Social Services (DSS) - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves 1,200,000 67,985 1,132,015 - - - - - - - 1,200,000 Department of Social Services (DSS) Total 1,200,000 67,985 1,132,015 - - - - - - - 1,200,000 Development Services - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves 219,000 197,895 31,105 - - - - - - - 229,000 Debt Proceeds - - 154,872 291,872 291,872 - - - - - 738,616 Grants, Gifts, Etc. - - 619,488 1,167,488 1,167,488 - - - - - 2,954,464 Development Services Total 219,000 197,895 805,465 1,459,360 1,459,360 - - - - - 3,922,080 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves 396,100 - 396,100 - - - - - - - 396,100 EMS Capital Reserves 1,774,379 1,825,846 814,810 426,845 1,053,078 457,954 476,223 492,772 2,000,570 501,976 8,050,074 Transfer from General Fund - 690,000 1,100,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 7,740,000 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Total 2,170,479 2,515,846 2,310,910 1,276,845 1,903,078 1,307,954 1,326,223 1,342,772 2,850,570 1,351,976 16,186,174 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 375 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Funding Sources 239 harnett countyFunding Sources PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Emergency Services - - - - - - - - - - - ARP Fund 7,182,408 7,182,408 - - - - - - - - 7,182,408 Transfer from Radio Project Cap Reserves - - - - - - - - - 4,050,000 4,050,000 Emergency Services Total 7,182,408 7,182,408 - - - - - - - 4,050,000 11,232,408 Facilities Maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves 660,496 617,679 - - - - - - - - 617,679 Facilities Capital Reserves 500,775 500,775 - - - - - - - - 500,775 General Fund Operating Revenue - 57,959 - - - - - - - - 57,959 General Obligation Bonds 1,900,000 1,900,000 - - - - - - - - 1,900,000 Interest 546,130 546,130 - - - - - - - - 546,130 SCIF Fund 185,775 170,633 - - - - - - - - 170,633 Transfer from General Fund - 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 4,500,000 Facilities Maintenance Total 3,793,176 4,293,176 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 8,293,176 Fleet Maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves - - - 560,000 - - - - - - 560,000 Fleet Maintenance Total - - - 560,000 - - - - - - 560,000 Harentt Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) - - - - - - - - - - - General Fund Operating Revenue - - - 32,971 32,971 32,971 - 32,971 32,971 32,971 197,826 HARTS Capital Reserves - - - 93,194 96,978 100,877 - 108,908 113,164 117,548 630,669 Transfer from General Fund - - - 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 840,000 Harentt Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) Total - - - 246,165 249,949 253,848 120,000 261,879 266,135 270,519 1,668,495 Harnett County Schools - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves - 4,241,415 1,400,000 1,562,998 1,775,346 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 15,979,759 Capital Reserves Fund Balance - - - 1,375,000 - - - - - - 1,375,000 Debt Proceeds 4,785,703 4,813,151 13,496,952 53,826,704 30,322,841 - - - - - 102,459,648 General Obligation Bonds 40,170,664 40,167,164 - - - - - - - - 40,167,164 Grants, Gifts, Etc. 10,000,000 10,000,000 - - - - - - - - 10,000,000 Lottery Proceeds 731,680 1,931,680 - - - - - - - - 1,931,680 Other - 3,500 - - - - - - - - 3,500 Harnett County Schools Total 55,688,047 61,156,910 14,896,952 56,764,702 32,098,187 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 171,916,751 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 376 240 Funding Sources Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett countyFunding Sources PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Harnett County Sheriff - - - - - - - - - - - Asset Forfeiture Funds - - 101,388 101,388 - - - - - - 202,776 General Fund Fund Balance - - - - 101,388 101,388 101,388 - - - 304,164 Grants, Gifts, Etc. 2,866,000 - 2,866,000 - - - - - - - 2,866,000 Transfer from General Fund - 3,930,591 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 9,130,591 Harnett County Sheriff Total 2,866,000 3,930,591 3,617,388 751,388 751,388 751,388 751,388 650,000 650,000 650,000 12,503,531 Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) - - - - - - - - - - - Airport Capital Reserves 524,947 709,473 - - - - - - - - 709,473 Debt Proceeds - - - - - - - - - - - Grants, Gifts, Etc. 26,599,883 11,351,083 2,975,535 15,023,517 - - - - - - 29,350,135 Interest 391,150 334,370 225,457 - - - - - - - 559,827 Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) Total 27,515,980 12,394,926 3,200,992 15,023,517 - - - - - - 30,619,435 Information Technology - - - - - - - - - - - ARP Fund 750,000 750,000 593,626 - - - - - - - 1,343,626 General Fund Fund Balance 2,000,000 2,000,000 - - - - - - - - 2,000,000 Grants, Gifts, Etc. 1,985,000 1,985,000 800,000 - - - - - - - 2,785,000 Information Technology Fund 2,236,753 789,433 - 500,000 947,320 - - - - - 2,236,753 Information Technology Total 6,971,753 5,524,433 1,393,626 500,000 947,320 - - - - - 8,365,379 Parks & Recreation - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves - - 118,762 - - - - - - - 118,762 Debt Proceeds 444,225 - 109,225 335,000 - - - - - - 444,225 General Fund Fund Balance 1,616,900 - - 387,822 311,500 566,000 - - - - 1,265,322 Grants, Gifts, Etc. 1,000,000 - - 1,000,000 250,000 250,000 - - - - 1,500,000 Parks Capital Reserves 1,031,154 172,593 648,986 403,212 - - - - - 478,305 1,703,096 SCIF Fund 922,825 570,923 325,630 - - - - - - - 896,553 Transfer from General Fund - 2,115,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 4,515,000 Parks & Recreation Total 5,015,104 2,858,516 1,502,603 2,426,034 861,500 1,116,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 778,305 10,442,958 Public Library - - - - - - - - - - - Capital Reserves - - - 34,461 183,220 32,385 - - - - 250,066 Debt Proceeds 115,589 115,589 - - - - - - - - 115,589 General Fund Fund Balance 281,139 - - - - - - - - - - Grants, Gifts, Etc. 10,000 10,000 - 103,384 100,000 - - - - - 213,384 Interest - 218,651 - - - - - - - - 218,651 Public Library Total 406,728 344,240 - 137,845 283,220 32,385 - - - - 797,690 Grand Total 126,163,752 100,723,562 31,338,951 84,497,734 45,987,645 5,950,575 4,986,611 6,924,571 6,166,705 9,200,800 295,777,154 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 377 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Funding Sources 241 harnett countyFunding Sources PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Solid Waste - - - - - - - - - - - Solid Waste Capital Reserve 513,581 165,108 345,990 10,406 - - - - - - 521,504 Solid Waste Total 513,581 165,108 345,990 10,406 - - - - - - 521,504 Grand Total 513,581 165,108 345,990 10,406 - - - - - - 521,504 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 378 242 Operating Budget Effects Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 harnett countyOperating Budget Effects PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Animal Services - - - - - - - - - - - Debt Service - - - - - 1,000,000 975,000 950,000 925,000 900,000 4,750,000 Increased Operating Costs - - - - - 576,154 570,770 584,232 598,050 612,235 2,941,441 Animal Services Total - - - - - 1,576,154 1,545,770 1,534,232 1,523,050 1,512,235 7,691,441 Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) - - - - - - - - - - - Transfer from General Fund - - 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 200,000 200,000 3,934,000 Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) Total - - 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 589,000 200,000 200,000 3,934,000 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - - - - - - - - - - - Decreased Costs - (154,421) (52,107) (48,307) (58,307) (58,307) (58,307) (58,307) (60,207) (58,307) (606,577) Increased Operating Costs - - 8,200 3,296 3,395 3,497 3,602 3,710 3,821 3,936 33,457 Transfer from General Fund - 690,000 1,100,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 850,000 7,740,000 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Total - 535,579 1,056,093 804,989 795,088 795,190 795,295 795,403 793,614 795,629 7,166,880 Emergency Services - - - - - - - - - - - Decreased Costs - - - - - - - - - (79,168) (79,168) Transfer from General Fund - - - 675,000 675,000 675,000 675,000 675,000 675,000 - 4,050,000 Emergency Services Total - - - 675,000 675,000 675,000 675,000 675,000 675,000 (79,168) 3,970,832 Facilities Maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - Debt Service - 754,249 137,115 132,475 127,835 123,195 117,968 114,303 92,188 - 1,599,328 General Fund Operating Revenue - 57,959 - - - - - - - - 57,959 Increased Operating Costs - 185,161 54,388 55,806 57,264 58,762 60,301 61,521 62,776 - 595,979 Transfer from General Fund - 578,433 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 4,578,433 Facilities Maintenance Total - 1,575,802 691,503 688,281 685,099 681,957 678,269 675,824 654,964 500,000 6,831,699 Fleet Maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - Increased Operating Costs - - - 8,355 7,679 7,919 8,146 8,391 8,642 8,902 58,034 Fleet Maintenance Total - - - 8,355 7,679 7,919 8,146 8,391 8,642 8,902 58,034 Harentt Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) - - - - - - - - - - - Transfer from General Fund - - - 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 840,000 Harentt Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) Total - - - 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 840,000 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 379 Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Operating Budget Effects 243 harnett countyOperating Budget Effects PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Harnett County Schools - - - - - - - - - - - Debt Service - 8,526,780 3,450,750 11,893,250 11,572,000 11,250,750 10,929,500 10,608,250 10,287,000 9,965,750 88,484,030 Transfer from General Fund - 3,251,415 410,000 410,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 12,471,415 Harnett County Schools Total - 11,778,195 3,860,750 12,303,250 12,972,000 12,650,750 12,329,500 12,008,250 11,687,000 11,365,750 100,955,445 Harnett County Sheriff - - - - - - - - - - - Increased Operating Costs - - - - 101,388 101,388 101,388 - - - 304,164 Transfer from General Fund - 3,930,591 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 650,000 9,130,591 Harnett County Sheriff Total - 3,930,591 650,000 650,000 751,388 751,388 751,388 650,000 650,000 650,000 9,434,755 Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) - - - - - - - - - - - Debt Service - - - - - - - - - - - Increased Operating Costs - - - 1,000 1,030 1,061 1,093 1,126 1,159 1,194 7,663 Transfer from General Fund - 8,499 - - - - - - - - 8,499 Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) Total - 8,499 - 1,000 1,030 1,061 1,093 1,126 1,159 1,194 16,162 Information Technology - - - - - - - - - - - Transfer from General Fund - 789,433 - - - - - - - - 789,433 Information Technology Total - 789,433 - - - - - - - - 789,433 Parks & Recreation - - - - - - - - - - - Decreased Costs 3,500 750 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 4,750 Increased Operating Costs 13,950 11,616 13,410 25,523 42,397 31,368 34,272 40,519 43,286 48,422 290,813 Transfer from General Fund - 2,115,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 4,515,000 Parks & Recreation Total 17,450 2,127,366 313,910 326,023 342,897 331,868 334,772 341,019 343,786 348,922 4,810,563 Public Library - - - - - - - - - - - Increased Operating Costs - 69,725 135,310 144,091 151,492 316,746 327,853 339,351 351,285 363,641 2,199,494 Public Library Total - 69,725 135,310 144,091 151,492 316,746 327,853 339,351 351,285 363,641 2,199,494 Grand Total 17,450 20,815,190 7,296,566 16,309,989 17,090,673 18,497,033 18,156,086 17,737,596 17,008,500 15,787,105 148,698,738 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 380 244 Operating Budget Effects Harnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 Operating Budget Effects PROJECT BUDGET Budget Fiscal Year TotalPrior to 2025 Current Year: 2025 Year 1: 2026 Year 2: 2027 Year 3: 2028 Year 4: 2029 Year 5: 2030 Year 6: 2031 Year 7: 2032 Solid Waste - - - - - - - - - - - Decreased Costs (15,000) - - (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (17,500) Transfer from Solid Waste Fund 513,581 513,581 - - - - - - - - 513,581 Solid Waste Total 498,581 513,581 - (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) 496,081 Grand Total 498,581 513,581 - (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) (2,500) 496,081 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 381 harnett countyHarnett County, North Carolina | Recommended Budget 2025-2026 245 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 382 harnett.org HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 383 strong roots • new growth PO Box 759 | 455 McKinney Parkway | Lillington, NC 27546 | 910-893-7555 | www.harnett.org/boc Harnett County Board of Commissioners Matthew B. Nicol, Chairman William Morris, Vice-Chairman Barbara McKoy W. Brooks MatthewsDuncan “Eddie” Jaggers Melissa Capps, Clerk to the Board May 13, 2025 The Honorable Brad Knott U.S. House of Representatives 1239 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 RE: LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR HARNETT COUNTY’S ZIP CODE INITIATIVE AND ENLISTING SUPPORT FROM CONGRESSIONAL COLLEAGUES Dear Congressman Knott, On behalf of Harnett County and the National Independent ZIP Code Coalition we would like to express our support for the current ZIP Code Initiatives in the 119th Congress. Our fight to obtain an independent ZIP Code for our residents is important and we seek your support to achieve this objective. As we continue to advocate for this cause, we would like to humbly request your support throughout the 119th Congress and ask that you enlist the support of your colleagues on both sides of the aisle. As you work with other House Representatives from different regions of the United States, you will find that several other communities are also experiencing several inconveniences and hardships because of these similar ZIP Code issues. Therefore, we would also like to request that you work with your colleagues to support HR 3095 introduced by Representative Lauren Boebert. HR 3095 “To direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique zip codes for certain communities, and for other purposes” will assist us in creating unique zip codes in the southwest part of Harnett County. The bill addresses the needs of our community and that of our other National Independent ZIP Code Coalition members. During the 118th Congress, H.R. 8753 successfully passed the House of Representatives, though it was stalled in the Senate due to time constraints. This, however, proves that unity makes strength, and we ask that you and your colleagues collaborate to help bring a solution to this nationwide problem. Should you or your staff have any questions about our initiative, please contact Brent Trout, County Manager at btrout@harnett.org or 910-893-7555. Your consideration and support for this initiative is greatly appreciated and we look forward to collaborating with your office. Sincerely, Matthew B. Nicol, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners Item 13 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 384 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 385 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 386 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 387 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 388 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 389 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 390 strong roots • new growth Resolution of the Harnett County Board of Commissioners Opposing North Carolina House Bill 765 (2025 Session):An Act to Reform Local Government Development Regulations In This State WHEREAS, North Carolina House Bill 765, titled "An Act to Reform Local Government Development Regulations In This State," was introduced in the 2025 legislative session to enact sweeping changes affecting local government planning, zoning, and development regulations; and WHEREAS, the bill proposes significant alterations to local governance structures, including modifications to extraterritorial jurisdiction boundaries, annexation procedures, and the authority of local governments over development regulations; and WHER EAS, the bill further imposes a requirement that local governments must develop and publish a fiscal note for any new, amended, or repealed ordinance affecting development, regardless of scale or impact; and WHER EAS, this fiscal note requirement places an undue administrative and financial burden on local governments-particularly small or rural jurisdictions with limited staff and resources, hindering their ability to respond efficiently to community needs and policy priorities; and WHEREAS, such requirements could delay essential updates to development ordinances and discourage proactive planning efforts, ultimately interfering with municipalities' and counties' ability to manage growth effectively and equitably; and WHEREAS, the bill's provisions risk undermining local autonomy and community specific planning practices by imposing uniform state mandates that may not reflect the diverse needs and contexts of North Carolina's municipalities and counties; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners formally opposes North Carolina House Bill 765 and urges the General Assembly to reconsider the bill's provisions in favor of legislation that respects local authority, reduces regulatory burdens, and promotes flexible, community-driven development strategies; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Harnett County Board of Commissioners encourages state lawmakers to work collaboratively with local governments to craft policies that support responsible growth, administrative efficiency, and long-term sustainability across North Carolina. Furthermore, the Chowan County Board of Commissioners encourages its citizens, businesses, property owners, and sister municipalities in communicating with their representatives and share their concerns regarding HB 765 and similar proposed legislation. Adopted this the 13th day of May, 2025. ________________________________ Matthew B. Nicol, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners Attest: ______________________________ Melissa D. Capps, Clerk to the Board Item 14 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 391 GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA SESSION 2025 H D HOUSE BILL 765 Committee Substitute Favorable 4/17/25 PROPOSED COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] 04/28/2025 04:13:20 PM Short Title: Save the American Dream Act. (Public) Sponsors: Referred to: April 7, 2025 *H765-CSTQ-19* A BILL TO BE ENTITLED 1 AN ACT TO REFORM LOCAL GOVERNMENT DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS IN 2 THIS STATE. 3 The General Assembly of North Carolina enacts: 4 SECTION 1.(a) G.S. 160D-101 reads as rewritten: 5 "§ 160D-101. Application. 6 (a)The provisions of this Article shall apply to all development regulations and programs7 adopted pursuant to this Chapter or applicable or related local acts. To the extent there are 8 contrary provisions in local charters or acts, G.S. 160D-111 is applicable unless this Chapter 9 expressly provides otherwise. The provisions of this Article also apply to any other local 10 ordinance that substantially affects land use and development. 11 (b)The provisions of this Article are supplemental to specific provisions included in12 other Articles of this Chapter. To the extent there are conflicts between the provisions of this 13 Article and the provisions of other Articles of this Chapter, the more specific provisions shall 14 control.control, unless a less specific enactment of the General Assembly clearly shows a 15 legislative intent to repeal or supersede the more specific provisions. 16 (c)Local governments may also apply any of the definitions and procedures authorized17 by this Chapter to any ordinance that does not substantially affect land use and development 18 adopted under the general police power of cities and counties, Article 8 of Chapter 160A of the 19 General Statutes and Article 6 of Chapter 153A of the General Statutes respectively, and may 20 employ any organizational structure, board, commission, or staffing arrangement authorized by 21 this Chapter to any or all aspects of those ordinances. 22 (d)This Chapter does not expand, diminish, or alter the scope of authority for planning23 and development regulation authorized by other Chapters of the General Statutes. 24 (e)Except as provided by local act, notwithstanding any other provision of law, a local25 government may not exercise development regulation authority except as expressly authorized 26 by this Chapter. If State law governs a particular subject matter related to a local development 27 regulation authority, a local government shall not enact or enforce development regulations more 28 restrictive than those established by State law, unless the development regulation pertains to 29 floodplain management regulations as described in G.S. 143-138(e)." 30 SECTION 1.(b) G.S. 160D-110(a) reads as rewritten: 31 "(a) G.S. 153A-4 and G.S. 160A-4 are not applicable to this Chapter." 32 SECTION 1.(c) G.S. 160D-111 reads as rewritten: 33 "§ 160D-111. Effect on prior laws. 34 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 392 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 2 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] (a) The enactment of this Chapter does not require the readoption of any local 1 government ordinance enacted pursuant to laws that were in effect before January 1, 2020 and 2 are restated or revised herein. The provisions of this Chapter do not affect any act heretofore 3 done, any liability incurred, any right accrued or vested, or any suit or prosecution begun or cause 4 of action accrued as of January 1, 2020.October 1, 2025. The enactment of this Chapter does not 5 amend the geographic area within which local government development regulations adopted 6 prior to January 1, 2020, are effective. 7 (b) G.S. 153A-3 and G.S. 160A-3 are applicable to this Chapter. Nothing in this Chapter 8 repeals or amends a charter or local act in effect as of June 19, 2020October 1, 2025, unless this 9 Chapter or a subsequent enactment of the General Assembly clearly shows a legislative intent to 10 repeal or supersede that charter or local act.act, or if that charter or local act is inconsistent with 11 the provisions of this Chapter. 12 …." 13 SECTION 1.(d) G.S. 153A-121 is amended by adding a new subsection to read: 14 "(d) This section does not apply to the adoption or enforcement of development 15 regulations under Chapter 160D of the General Statutes." 16 SECTION 1.(e) G.S. 160A-174 is amended by adding a new subsection to read: 17 "(c) This section does not apply to the adoption or enforcement of development 18 regulations under Chapter 160D of the General Statutes." 19 SECTION 2. G.S. 160D-102 reads as rewritten: 20 "§ 160D-102. Definitions. 21 Unless otherwise specifically provided, or unless otherwise clearly required by the context, 22 the words and phrases defined in this section shall have the following meanings indicated when 23 used in this Chapter: 24 (1) Acre. – The actual gross acreage of a parcel or parcels. For purposes of 25 determining allowable residential density, the actual gross acreage shall not 26 be reduced by subtracting buffers, setbacks, public or private streets, open 27 space or recreation areas, or other nondevelopable areas. 28 (1b) Actual and legitimate needs of the community. – Demonstrable requirements 29 or deficiencies within a local jurisdiction that are substantiated by objective 30 data, recognized standards, or credible assessments. These needs must not be 31 speculative, arbitrary, or a matter of mere preference or convenience, but 32 rather must reflect a bona fide necessity consistent with lawful governmental 33 purposes and responsive to reasonably foreseeable conditions expected to 34 affect the community. 35 (1d) Administrative decision. – Decisions made in the implementation, 36 administration, or enforcement of development regulations that involve the 37 determination of facts and the application of objective standards set forth in 38 this Chapter or local government development regulations. These are 39 sometimes referred to as ministerial decisions or administrative 40 determinations. 41 … 42 (3b) Buffer yard. – A designated landscape area to separate uses or densities; to 43 reduce impacts of traffic, noise, odor; or to enhance visual appearance. 44 … 45 (15b) Dwelling unit. – A single unit, subject to the North Carolina Residential Code, 46 providing complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons, 47 including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and 48 sanitation. 49 …." 50 SECTION 3. G.S. 160D-108 reads as rewritten: 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 393 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 3 "§ 160D-108. Permit choice and vested rights. 1 … 2 (d) Duration of Vesting. – Upon issuance of a development permit, the statutory vesting 3 granted by subsection (c) of this section for a development project is effective upon filing of the 4 application in accordance with G.S. 143-755, for so long as the permit remains valid pursuant to 5 law. Unless otherwise specified by this section or other statute, local development permits expire 6 one year after issuance unless work authorized by the permit has substantially commenced. A 7 local land development regulation may provide for a longer permit expiration period. For the 8 purposes of this section, a permit is issued either in the ordinary course of business of the 9 applicable governmental agency or by the applicable governmental agency as a court directive. 10 Except where a longer vesting period is provided by statute or land development regulation, 11 the statutory vesting granted by this section, once established, expires for an uncompleted 12 development project if development work is intentionally and voluntarily discontinued for a 13 period of not less than 24 consecutive months, and the statutory vesting period granted by this 14 section for a nonconforming use of property expires if the use is intentionally and voluntarily 15 discontinued for a period of not less than 24 consecutive months. The 24-month discontinuance 16 period is automatically tolled during the any of the following: 17 (1) The pendency of any board of adjustment proceeding or civil action in a State 18 or federal trial or appellate court regarding the validity of a development 19 permit, the use of the property, or the existence of the statutory vesting period 20 granted by this section. 21 (2) The 24-month discontinuance period is also tolled during the pendency of any 22 litigation involving the development project or property that is the subject of 23 the vesting. 24 (3) The duration of any emergency declaration issued under G.S. 166A-19.20 or 25 G.S. 166A-19.22 for which the defined emergency area includes the property, 26 in whole or in part. 27 …." 28 SECTION 4. G.S. 160D-108.1 reads as rewritten: 29 "§ 160D-108.1. Vested rights – site-specific vesting plans. 30 … 31 (c) Approval and Amendment of Plans. – If a site-specific vesting plan is based on an 32 approval required by a local development regulation, the local government shall provide 33 whatever notice and hearing is required for that underlying approval. A duration of the underlying 34 approval that is less than two five years does not affect the duration of the site-specific vesting 35 plan established under this section. If the site-specific vesting plan is not based on such an 36 approval, an approval required by a development regulation, a legislative hearing with notice as 37 required by G.S. 160D-602 shall be held. 38 A local government may approve a site-specific vesting plan upon any terms and conditions 39 that may reasonably be necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare. Conditional 40 approval results in a vested right, although failure to abide by the terms and conditions of the 41 approval will result in a forfeiture of vested rights. A local government shall not require a 42 landowner to waive the landowner's vested rights as a condition of developmental approval. A 43 site-specific vesting plan is deemed approved upon the effective date of the local government's 44 decision approving the plan or another date determined by the governing board upon approval. 45 An approved site-specific vesting plan and its conditions may be amended with the approval of 46 the owner and the local government as follows: any substantial modification must be reviewed 47 and approved in the same manner as the original approval; minor modifications may be approved 48 by staff, if such the modifications are defined and authorized by local regulation. 49 … 50 (e) Duration and Termination of Vested Right. – 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 394 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 4 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] (1) A vested right for a site-specific vesting plan remains vested for a period of 1 two five years. This vesting shall not be extended by any amendments or 2 modifications to a site-specific vesting plan unless expressly provided by the 3 local government. 4 (2) Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision (1) of this subsection, a local 5 government may provide for rights to be vested for a period exceeding two 6 five years but not exceeding five eight years where warranted in light of all 7 relevant circumstances, including, but not limited to, the size and phasing of 8 development, the level of investment, the need for the development, economic 9 cycles, and market conditions or other considerations. These determinations 10 are in the sound discretion of the local government and shall be made 11 following the process specified for the particular form of a site-specific 12 vesting plan involved in accordance with subsection (a) of this section. 13 (3) Upon issuance of a building permit, the provisions of G.S. 160D-1111 and 14 G.S. 160D-1115 apply, except that a permit does not expire and shall not be 15 revoked because of the running of time while a vested right under this section 16 is outstanding. 17 (4) A right vested as provided in this section terminates at the end of the 18 applicable vesting period with respect to buildings and uses for which no valid 19 building permit applications have been filed. 20 (f) Subsequent Changes Prohibited; Exceptions. – 21 (1) A vested right, once established as provided for in this section, precludes any 22 zoning action development regulation by a local government which would 23 change, alter, impair, prevent, diminish, or otherwise delay the development 24 or use of the property as set forth in an approved site-specific vesting plan, 25 except under one or more of the following conditions: 26 a. With the written consent of the affected landowner. 27 b. Upon findings, by ordinance after notice and an evidentiary hearing, 28 that natural or man-made hazards on or in the immediate vicinity of 29 the property, if uncorrected, would pose a serious threat to the public 30 health, safety, and welfare if the project were to proceed as 31 contemplated in the site-specific vesting plan. 32 c. To the extent that the affected landowner receives compensation for 33 all costs, expenses, and other losses incurred by the landowner, 34 including, but not limited to, all fees paid in consideration of financing, 35 and all architectural, planning, marketing, legal, and other consulting 36 fees incurred after approval by the local government, together with 37 interest as provided under G.S. 160D-106. Compensation shall not 38 include any diminution in the value of the property which is caused by 39 the action. 40 d. Upon findings, by ordinance after notice and an evidentiary hearing, 41 that the landowner or the landowner's representative intentionally 42 supplied inaccurate information or made material misrepresentations 43 that made a difference in the approval by the local government of the 44 site-specific vesting plan or the phased development plan. 45 e. Upon the enactment or promulgation of a State or federal law or 46 regulation that precludes development as contemplated in the 47 site-specific vesting plan or the phased development plan, in which 48 case the local government may modify the affected provisions, upon a 49 finding that the change in State or federal law has a fundamental effect 50 on the plan, by ordinance after notice and an evidentiary hearing. 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 395 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 5 (2) The establishment of a vested right under this section does not preclude 1 precludes the application of overlay zoning or other development regulations 2 which impose additional requirements but do not affect the allowable type or 3 intensity of use, or ordinances or regulations which are general in nature and 4 are applicable to all property subject to development regulation by a local 5 government, including, but not limited to, building, fire, plumbing, electrical, 6 and mechanical codes. Otherwise applicable new development regulations 7 become effective with respect to property which is subject to a site-specific 8 vesting plan upon the expiration or termination of the vesting rights period 9 provided for in this section. 10 (3) Notwithstanding any provision of this section, the establishment of a vested 11 right does not preclude, change, or impair the authority of a local government 12 to adopt and enforce development regulations governing nonconforming 13 situations or uses.nonconformities. 14 …." 15 SECTION 5. G.S. 160D-109 reads as rewritten: 16 "§ 160D-109. Conflicts of interest. 17 (a) Governing Board. – A governing board member shall not participate in or vote on any 18 legislative decision regarding a development regulation adopted pursuant to this Chapter where 19 the one or more of the following apply: 20 (1) The outcome of the matter being considered is reasonably likely to have a 21 direct, substantial, and readily identifiable financial impact on the member. A 22 governing board member shall not vote on any zoning amendment if the 23 (2) The landowner of the property subject to a rezoning petition or the applicant 24 for a text amendment is a person with whom the member has a close familial, 25 business, or other associational relationship. 26 (b) Appointed Boards. – Members of appointed boards shall not participate in or vote on 27 any advisory or legislative decision regarding a development regulation adopted pursuant to this 28 Chapter where the one or more of the following apply: 29 (1) The outcome of the matter being considered is reasonably likely to have a 30 direct, substantial, and readily identifiable financial impact on the member. 31 An appointed board member shall not vote on any zoning amendment if the 32 (2) The landowner of the property subject to a rezoning petition or the applicant 33 for a text amendment is a person with whom the member has a close familial, 34 business, or other associational relationship. 35 (c) Administrative Staff. – No If a staff member has a conflict of interest under this 36 subsection, the administrative decision shall be assigned to the supervisor of the staff member or 37 such other staff member as may be designated by the development regulation. A staff member 38 shall not make a final decision on an administrative decision required by this Chapter if the where 39 one or more of the following apply: 40 (1) The outcome of that administrative decision would have a direct, substantial, 41 and readily identifiable financial impact on the staff member or if the member. 42 (2) The applicant or other person subject to that administrative decision is a 43 person with whom the staff member has a close familial, business, or other 44 associational relationship. If a staff member has a conflict of interest under 45 this section, the decision shall be assigned to the supervisor of the staff person 46 or such other staff person as may be designated by the development regulation 47 or other ordinance. No 48 (3) The staff member shall be is financially interested or employed by a business 49 that is financially interested in a development subject to regulation under this 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 396 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 6 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] Chapter unless the staff member is the owner of the land or building involved. 1 No 2 (4) The staff member member, or other individual or an employee of a company 3 contracting with a local government to provide staff support shall engage 4 support, is engaging in any work that is inconsistent with his or her duties or 5 with the interest of the local government, as determined by the local 6 government. 7 …." 8 SECTION 6. G.S. 160D-203 reads as rewritten: 9 "§ 160D-203. Split jurisdiction. 10 (a) If a parcel of land lies within the planning and development regulation jurisdiction of 11 more than one local government, for the purposes of this Chapter, the local governments may, 12 by mutual agreement pursuant to Article 20 of Chapter 160A of the General Statutes and with 13 the written consent of the landowner, assign exclusive planning and development regulation 14 jurisdiction under this Chapter for the entire parcel to any one of those local governments. Such 15 a mutual agreement government, the following shall apply: 16 (1) If only one local government has the ability to provide water and sewer 17 services to the parcel at the time a site plan for the parcel is submitted, the 18 local government that has the ability to provide public water and sewer 19 services shall have planning and development regulation jurisdiction over the 20 entire parcel. 21 (2) If all of the local governments have the ability to either provide public water 22 services or public sewer services to the parcel, but not both, at the time a site 23 plan for the parcel is submitted, the landowner may designate which local 24 government's planning and development regulations shall apply to the land. 25 (3) If all or none of the local governments have the ability to provide public water 26 and sewer services to the parcel at the time a site plan for the parcel is 27 submitted, the local government where the majority of the parcel is located 28 shall have jurisdiction over the land. 29 (b) The jurisdiction established by this section shall only be applicable to development 30 regulations and shall not affect taxation or other nonregulatory matters. The mutual agreement 31 shall be evidenced by a resolution formally adopted by each governing board and recorded with 32 the register of deeds in the county where the property is located within 14 days of the adoption 33 of the last required resolution." 34 SECTION 7. G.S. 160D-402, as amended by S.L. 2024-49, reads as rewritten: 35 "§ 160D-402. Administrative staff. 36 (a) Authorization. – Local governments may appoint administrators, inspectors, 37 enforcement officers, planners, technicians, and other staff to develop, administer, and enforce 38 development regulations authorized by this Chapter. Local governments shall designate at least 39 one staff member charged with making determinations under that local government's 40 development regulations for purposes of G.S. 160D-703. 41 (b) Duties. – Duties assigned to staff may include, but are not limited to, drafting and 42 implementing plans and development regulations to be adopted pursuant to this Chapter; 43 determining whether applications for development approvals are complete; receiving and 44 processing applications for development approvals; providing notices of applications and 45 hearings; making decisions and determinations regarding development regulation 46 implementation; determining whether applications for development approvals meet applicable 47 standards as established by law and local ordinance; conducting inspections; issuing or denying 48 certificates of compliance or occupancy; enforcing development regulations, including issuing 49 notices of violation, orders to correct violations, and recommending bringing judicial actions 50 against actual or threatened violations; keeping adequate records; and any other actions that may 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 397 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 7 be required in order adequately to enforce the laws and development regulations under their 1 jurisdiction. A development regulation may require that designated staff members take an oath 2 of office. The local government shall have the authority to enact ordinances, procedures, and fee 3 schedules relating to the administration and the enforcement of this Chapter. The administrative 4 and enforcement provisions related to building permits set forth in Article 11 of this Chapter shall 5 be followed for those permits. 6 (c) Alternative Local Government Staff Arrangements. – A local government may enter 7 into contracts with another city, county, or combination thereof under which the parties agree to 8 create a joint staff for the enforcement of State and local laws specified in the agreement. The 9 governing boards of the contracting parties may make any necessary appropriations for this 10 purpose. 11 In lieu of joint staff, a governing board may designate staff from any other city or county to 12 serve as a member of its staff with the approval of the governing board of the other city or county. 13 A staff member, if designated from another city or county under this section, subsection, shall, 14 while exercising the duties of the position, be considered an agent of the local government 15 exercising those duties. The governing board of one local government may request the governing 16 board of a second local government to direct one or more of the second local government's staff 17 members to exercise their powers within part or all of the first local government's jurisdiction, 18 and they shall thereupon be empowered to do so until the first local government officially 19 withdraws its request in the manner provided in G.S. 160D-202. 20 The contract or designation of staff under this subsection shall specify at least one individual 21 designated as charged with making determinations under each local government's development 22 regulations for purposes of G.S. 160D-703. 23 (c1) Alternative Contract Staff Arrangements. – A local government may contract with an 24 individual, company, council of governments, regional planning agency, metropolitan planning 25 organization, or rural planning agency to designate an individual who is not a city or county 26 employee to work under the supervision of the local government to exercise the functions 27 authorized by this section. The local government shall have the same potential liability, if any, 28 for inspections conducted by an individual who is not an employee of the local government as it 29 does for an individual who is an employee of the local government. The company or individual 30 with whom the local government contracts shall have errors and omissions and other insurance 31 coverage acceptable to the local government. The contract shall require at least one individual 32 designated as charged with making determinations under that local government's development 33 regulations for purposes of G.S. 160D-703. 34 (d) Financial Support. – The local government may appropriate for the support of the 35 staff any funds that it deems necessary. It shall have power to fix reasonable fees for support, 36 administration, and implementation of programs authorized by this Chapter. Chapter, and those 37 fees shall not exceed the actual, direct, and reasonable costs required to support, administer, and 38 implement programs authorized by this Chapter. All fees collected by a building inspection 39 department for the administration and enforcement of provisions set forth in Article 11 of this 40 Chapter shall be used to support the administration and operations of the building inspection 41 department and for no other purposes. When an inspection, for which the permit holder has paid 42 a fee to the local government, is performed by a marketplace pool Code-enforcement official 43 upon request of the State Fire Marshal under G.S. 143-151.12(9)a., the local government shall 44 promptly return to the permit holder the fee collected by the local government for such inspection. 45 This subsection applies to the following types of inspection: plumbing, electrical systems, 46 general building restrictions and regulations, heating and air-conditioning, and the general 47 construction of buildings." 48 SECTION 8. G.S. 160D-403, as amended by S.L. 2024-49, reads as rewritten: 49 "§ 160D-403. Administrative development approvals and determinations. 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 398 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 8 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] (a) Development Approvals. – To the extent consistent with the scope of regulatory 1 development regulation authority granted by this Chapter, no person shall commence or proceed 2 with development without first securing any required development approval from the local 3 government with jurisdiction over the site of the development. A development approval shall be 4 in writing and may contain a provision requiring the development to comply with all applicable 5 State and local laws. A local government may issue development approvals in print or electronic 6 form. Any development approval issued exclusively in electronic form shall be protected from 7 further editing once issued. Applications for development approvals may be made by the 8 landowner, a lessee or person holding an option or contract to purchase or lease land, or an 9 authorized agent of the landowner. An easement holder may also apply for development approval 10 for such the development as is authorized by the easement. 11 (a1) Time Period for Approval. – Within 14 calendar days of the filing of an application 12 for a development approval, a local government or its designated administrative staff, as 13 described under G.S. 160D-402, shall (i) determine whether the application is complete and 14 notify the applicant of the application's completeness and, (ii) if the local government or its 15 designated administrative staff determines the application is incomplete, specify all of the 16 deficiencies in the notice to the applicant. The applicant may file an amended application or 17 supplemental information to cure the deficiencies identified by the local government or its 18 designated administrative staff for a completeness review, which shall be completed within 14 19 calendar days after receiving an amended application or supplemental application from the 20 applicant. Upon the date the application is deemed complete, the local government or its 21 designated administrative staff shall issue a receipt letter or electronic response stating that the 22 application is complete and that a 90-calendar day review period has started as of that date. The 23 local government shall approve or deny the application within 90 calendar days of the date the 24 application was deemed complete by the local government or its designated administrative staff, 25 except that if the applicant requests a continuance of the application, the review period shall be 26 tolled for the duration of any continuance. The time period for review may be extended only by 27 agreement with the applicant if the application cannot be reviewed within the specified time 28 limitation due to circumstances beyond the control of the local government. The extension shall 29 not exceed six months. Failure of the local government or its designated administrative staff to 30 act before the expiration of the time period allowed for review shall constitute an approval of the 31 application, and the local government shall issue a written approval upon demand by the 32 applicant. 33 …." 34 SECTION 9. G.S. 160D-605(a) reads as rewritten: 35 "(a) Plan Consistency. – When adopting or rejecting any zoning text or map amendment, 36 the governing board shall approve a brief statement describing whether its action is consistent or 37 inconsistent with an adopted comprehensive or land-use plan. The requirement for a plan 38 consistency statement may also be met by a clear indication in the minutes of the governing board 39 that at the time of action on the amendment the governing board was aware of and considered 40 the planning board's recommendations and any relevant portions of an adopted comprehensive 41 or land-use plan. If a zoning map amendment is adopted and the action was deemed inconsistent 42 with the adopted plan, the zoning amendment has the effect of also amending any future land-use 43 map in the approved plan, and no additional request or application for a plan amendment is 44 required. A plan amendment and a zoning amendment may be considered concurrently. The plan 45 consistency statement is not subject to judicial review. If a zoning map amendment qualifies as 46 a "large-scale rezoning" under G.S. 160D-602(b), the governing board statement describing plan 47 consistency may address the overall rezoning and describe how the analysis and policies in the 48 relevant adopted plans were considered in the action taken." 49 SECTION 10. G.S. 160D-701 reads as rewritten: 50 § 160D-701. Purposes. 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 399 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 9 Zoning regulations shall be made in accordance with a comprehensive plan and shall be 1 designed to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare.reflect the actual and legitimate 2 needs of the community. To that end, the regulations may address, among other things, the 3 following public purposes: to provide adequate light and air; to prevent the overcrowding of land; 4 to avoid undue concentration of population; to lessen congestion in the streets; to secure safety 5 from fire, panic, and dangers; to facilitate the efficient and adequate provision of transportation, 6 water, sewerage, schools, parks, and other public requirements; and to promote the health, safety, 7 morals, or general welfareactual and legitimate needs of the community. The regulations shall be 8 made with reasonable consideration, among other things, as to the character of the district and its 9 peculiar suitability for particular uses and with a view to conserving the value of buildings and 10 encouraging the most appropriate use of land throughout the local government's planning and 11 development regulation jurisdiction. The regulations may not include, as a basis for denying a 12 zoning or rezoning request from a school, the level of service of a road facility or facilities 13 abutting the school or proximately located to the school." 14 SECTION 11. G.S. 160D-702 reads as rewritten: 15 "§ 160D-702. Grant of power. 16 (a) A local government may adopt zoning regulations. Except as provided in subsections 17 (b) and (c) of this section, a zoning regulation may regulate and restrict the height, number of 18 stories, and size of buildings and other structures; the percentage of lots that may be occupied; 19 the size of yards, courts, and other open spaces; the density of population; the location and use 20 of buildings, structures, and land. A local government may regulate development, including 21 floating homes, over estuarine waters and over lands covered by navigable waters owned by the 22 State pursuant to G.S. 146-12. A zoning regulation shall provide density credits or severable 23 development rights for dedicated rights-of-way pursuant to G.S. 136-66.10 or G.S. 136-66.11. 24 Where appropriate, a zoning regulation may include requirements that street and utility 25 rights-of-way be dedicated to the public, that provision be made of recreational space and 26 facilities, and that performance guarantees be provided, all to the same extent and with the same 27 limitations as provided for in G.S. 160D-804 and G.S. 160D-804.1. 28 (b) Any regulation relating to building design elements adopted under this Chapter may 29 not be applied to any structures subject to regulation under the North Carolina Residential Code 30 except under one or more of the following circumstances: 31 (1) The structures are located in an area designated as a local historic district 32 pursuant to Part 4 of Article 9 of this Chapter. 33 (2) The structures are located in an area designated as a historic district on the 34 National Register of Historic Places. 35 (3) The structures are individually designated as local, State, or national historic 36 landmarks. 37 (4) The regulations are directly and substantially related to the requirements of 38 applicable safety codes adopted under G.S. 143-138. 39 (5) Where the regulations are applied to manufactured housing in a manner 40 consistent with G.S. 160D-908 and federal law. 41 (6) Where the regulations are adopted as a condition of participation in the 42 National Flood Insurance Program. 43 Regulations prohibited by this subsection may not be applied, directly or indirectly, in any 44 zoning district or conditional district unless voluntarily consented to by the owners of all the 45 property to which those regulations may be applied as part of and in the course of the process of 46 seeking and obtaining a zoning amendment or a zoning, subdivision, or development approval, 47 district, nor may any such regulations be applied indirectly as part of a review pursuant to 48 G.S. 160D-604 or G.S. 160D-605 of any proposed zoning amendment for consistency with an 49 adopted comprehensive plan or other applicable officially adopted plan. 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 400 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 10 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] For the purposes of this subsection, the phrase "building design elements" means exterior 1 building color; type or style of exterior cladding material; style or materials of roof structures or 2 porches; exterior nonstructural architectural ornamentation; location or architectural styling of 3 windows and doors, including garage doors; the number and types of rooms; and the interior 4 layout of rooms. The phrase "building design elements" does not include any of the following: 5 (i) the height, bulk, orientation, or location of a structure on a zoning lot, (ii) the use of buffering 6 or screening to minimize visual impacts, to mitigate the impacts of light and noise, or to protect 7 the privacy of neighbors, or (iii) regulations adopted pursuant to this Article governing the 8 permitted uses of land or structures subject to the North Carolina Residential Code. 9 Nothing in this subsection affects the validity or enforceability of private covenants or other 10 contractual agreements among property owners relating to building design elements. 11 (c) A zoning or other development regulation shall not do any of the following: 12 (1) Set a minimum width, length, or square footage of any structures subject to 13 regulation under the North Carolina Residential Code. 14 (2) Require a or otherwise specify the size, placement, configuration, allocation, 15 location, or number of parking space spaces to be larger than 9 feet wide by 16 20 feet long unless the parking space is designated for handicap, parallel, or 17 diagonal parking.greater than those required by the Americans with 18 Disabilities Act. 19 (3) Require additional fire apparatus access roads into developments of one- or 20 two-family dwellings that are not in compliance with the required number of 21 fire apparatus access roads into developments of one- or two-family dwellings 22 set forth in the North Carolina Fire Code of the North Carolina Residential 23 Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings.Code. 24 (4) Except as provided under G.S. 160A-307, set a minimum width, length, or 25 square footage for driveways within a development unless the driveway abuts 26 a public road. This subdivision shall not be construed to expand, diminish, or 27 alter the Department of Transportation's authority to regulate driveways 28 adjacent to public roads owned by the State. 29 (5) Except as provided in this subdivision, set design standards for public roads 30 within a development in excess of those required by the Department of 31 Transportation. A city may set design standards for public roads within a 32 development in excess of those required by the Department of Transportation 33 if the city is financially responsible for the cost of the excess and accepts 34 ownership and maintenance responsibility for the public road prior to, or in 35 conjunction with, site plan approval. Confirmation of conformity of the 36 improvements consistent with the city's design standards under this subsection 37 shall be conducted consistent with G.S. 160D-804.1(1c). Upon confirmation 38 that the improvements have been made consistent with G.S. 160D-804.1(1c), 39 the city shall record with the register of deeds a plat evidencing the city's 40 ownership of the public road. 41 (6) Require installation of sidewalks or improvement of existing sidewalks for 42 any residential, commercial, or school property unless the sidewalk is either 43 of the following: 44 a. Connected to an existing sidewalk. 45 b. Will be connected to a planned adjacent sidewalk that the local 46 government demonstrates through credible and reliable facts and 47 information, based on a development approval, will be constructed 48 within two years of the residential, commercial, or school property site 49 plan approval. 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 401 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 11 (7) For cities with a population of 125,000 or more, according to the most recent 1 decennial federal census, establish setback or buffer yard requirements for a 2 multifamily development that exceeds 15 units per acre. 3 (d) In exercising its authority under this section, a local government shall support its 4 determinations by demonstrating there is a rational and substantial relationship between the 5 zoning map, zoning regulations, or zoning amendment and (i) the local government's 6 comprehensive plan and (ii) the actual and legitimate needs of the community, through findings 7 of facts and information, other than mere personal preferences or speculation, that a reasonable 8 person would accept in support of a conclusion. 9 (e) For purposes of this section, the term "public road" shall mean any road, street, 10 highway, thoroughfare, or other way of passage that is owned and maintained by a city or the 11 Department of Transportation." 12 SECTION 12. G.S. 160D-703 reads as rewritten: 13 "§ 160D-703. Zoning districts. 14 (a) Types of Zoning Districts. – A Except as provided in subsection (a1) of this section, 15 a local government may divide its territorial jurisdiction into zoning districts of any number, 16 shape, and area deemed best suited to carry out the purposes of this Article. Within those districts, 17 it may regulate and restrict the erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, or use of 18 buildings, structures, or land. Zoning By illustration, zoning districts may include, but are not be 19 limited to, include any of the following: 20 (1) Conventional districts, in which a variety of uses are allowed as permitted uses 21 or uses by right and that may also include uses permitted only with a special 22 use permit. 23 (2) Conditional districts, in which site plans or individualized development 24 conditions are imposed. 25 (3) Form-based districts, or development form controls, that address the physical 26 form, mass, and density of structures, public spaces, and streetscapes. 27 (4) Overlay districts, in which different requirements are imposed on certain 28 properties within one or more underlying conventional, conditional, or 29 form-based districts. 30 (5) Districts allowed by charter. 31 (a1) Residential Zoning Districts Classified Based on Density. – A local government shall 32 classify residential zoning districts based on the number of dwelling units allowed per acre. A 33 local government shall not classify residential zoning districts based on the minimum lot size 34 allowed in the district. 35 (a2) Permitted Uses in Counties. – In areas zoned for residential use, a county zoning 36 regulation shall allow the following uses by right: 37 (1) In a county with a population of 49,999 or less, according to the most recent 38 decennial federal census, the siting of no fewer than four dwelling units per 39 acre. 40 (2) In a county with a population between 50,000 and 274,999, according to the 41 most recent decennial federal census, the siting of no fewer than five dwelling 42 units per acre. 43 (3) In a county with a population of 275,000 or more, according to the most recent 44 decennial federal census, the siting of no fewer than six dwelling units per 45 acre. 46 (a3) Permitted Uses in Cities. – A city zoning regulation shall allow the following uses by 47 right: 48 (1) In areas zoned for residential use in a city with a population of 19,999 or less, 49 according to the most recent decennial federal census, the siting of no fewer 50 than four dwelling units per acre. 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 402 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 12 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] (2) In areas zoned for residential use in a city with a population between 20,000 1 and 124,999, according to the most recent decennial federal census, the siting 2 of no fewer than five dwelling units per acre. 3 (3) In areas zoned for residential use in a city with a population of 125,000 or 4 more, according to the most recent decennial federal census, the siting of no 5 fewer than six dwelling units per acre. 6 (4) In areas zoned for non-agricultural commercial, business, or industrial use in 7 a city with a population of 125,000 or more, according to the most recent 8 decennial federal census, the siting of buildings and structures subject to the 9 North Carolina Residential Code and multifamily housing structures with 10 more than four residential dwelling units, with a maximum height restriction 11 of not less than 60 feet. 12 (a4) Exemption from Building Design Elements and Buffer Yards. – In a city with a 13 population of 125,000 or more, according to the most recent decennial federal census, buildings 14 and structures subject to the North Carolina Residential Code and uses allowable under 15 subdivision (3) or (4) of subsection (a3) of this section shall not be subject to either of the 16 following: 17 (1) Building design elements as defined under G.S. 160D-702(b). 18 (2) Buffer yards or other landscape buffering regulations. 19 (a5) Applicability of Permitted Uses. – Subsections (a2) and (a3) of this section do not 20 apply to land used for a bona fide farm purpose as described in G.S. 160D-903 or an open space 21 land purpose as described in G.S. 160D-1307. Nothing in subsections (a2) or (a3) of this section 22 shall be construed to expand, diminish, or alter the scope of authority for planning, development, 23 or land use regulations set forth in Chapter 143 or Chapter 113A of the General Statutes. 24 However, to the extent a local government asserts that a parcel is subject to planning, 25 development, or land use standards authorized under Chapter 143 or Chapter 113A of the General 26 Statutes, the local government must support its determination with facts and information, other 27 than mere personal preferences or speculation, that a reasonable person would accept in support 28 of its conclusion. Subsections (a2) and (a3) of this section apply regardless of whether the 29 dwelling units are located on multiple adjacent lots or a single lot. 30 (b) Conditional Districts. – Property may be placed in a conditional district only in 31 response to a petition by all owners of the property to be included. Specific conditions may be 32 proposed by the petitioner or the local government or its agencies, but only those conditions 33 approved by the local government and consented to by the petitioner in writing may be 34 incorporated into the zoning regulations. Unless consented to by the petitioner in writing, 35 Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in the exercise of the authority granted by this 36 section, a local government may not (i) require, enforce, or incorporate into the zoning 37 regulations any condition or requirement not authorized by otherwise applicable law, regulations 38 any condition, requirement, or deed restriction not specifically authorized by law, (ii) require, 39 enforce, or incorporate into the zoning regulations any condition or requirement that the courts 40 have held to be unenforceable if imposed directly by the local government, or (ii i) accept any 41 offer by the petitioner to consent to any condition not specifically authorized by law, including, 42 without limitation, taxes, impact fees, building design elements within the scope of 43 G.S. 160D-702(b), driveway-related improvements in excess of those allowed in 44 G.S. 136-18(29) and G.S. 160A-307, or other unauthorized limitations on the development or 45 use of land. This subsection shall also apply to the approval of any site plan, development 46 agreement, conditional zoning permit, or any other instrument under this Chapter. Conditions 47 and site-specific standards imposed in a conditional district shall be limited to those that address 48 the conformance of the development and use of the site to local government ordinances, plans 49 adopted pursuant to G.S. 160D-501, or the impacts reasonably expected to be generated by the 50 development or use of the site. The zoning regulation may provide that defined minor 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 403 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 13 modifications in conditional district standards that do not involve a change in uses permitted or 1 the density of overall development permitted may be reviewed and approved administratively. 2 Any other modification of the conditions and standards in a conditional district shall follow the 3 same process for approval as are applicable to zoning map amendments. If multiple parcels of 4 land are subject to a conditional zoning, the owners of individual parcels may apply for 5 modification of the conditions so long as the modification would not result in other properties 6 failing to meet the terms of the conditions. Any modifications approved apply only to those 7 properties whose owners petition for the modification. 8 (b1) Limitations. – For parcels where multifamily structures are an allowable use, a local 9 government may not impose a harmony requirement for permit approval if the development 10 contains affordable housing units for families or individuals with incomes below eighty percent 11 (80%) of the area median income. 12 (c) Uniformity Within Districts. – Except as authorized by the foregoing, all zoning 13 regulations shall be uniform for each class or kind of building throughout each district but the 14 zoning regulations in one district may differ from those in other districts. 15 (d) Standards Applicable Regardless of District. – A zoning regulation or unified 16 development ordinance may also include development standards that apply uniformly 17 jurisdiction-wide rather than being applicable only in particular zoning districts. 18 (e) Staff Approvals. – Development approvals for a development that is a permitted use 19 in the zoning district where the development is located shall be made only by the designated staff 20 member as described in G.S. 160D-402. 21 (f) Basis for Conditional District. – In exercising its authority under subsection (b) of this 22 section, a local government shall support its determinations with facts and information, other 23 than mere personal preferences or speculation, that a reasonable person would accept in support 24 of a conclusion that there is a rational and substantial relationship between the conditional district 25 and the actual and legitimate needs of the community." 26 SECTION 13. Article 7 of Chapter 160D of the General Statutes is amended by 27 adding a new section to read: 28 "§ 160D-707. Review period for rezoning decisions. 29 Within 14 calendar days of the filing of an application for amendment of a zoning map or 30 zoning regulations, a local government or its designated administrative staff, as described under 31 G.S. 160D-402, shall (i) determine whether the application is complete and notify the applicant 32 of the application's completeness and, (ii) if the local government or its designated administrative 33 staff determines the application is incomplete, specify all the deficiencies in the notice to the 34 applicant. The applicant may file an amended application or supplemental information to cure 35 the deficiencies identified by the local government or its designated administrative staff for a 36 completeness review, which shall be completed within 14 calendar days after receiving an 37 amended application or supplemental application from the applicant. Upon the date the 38 application is deemed complete, the local government or its designated administrative staff shall 39 issue a receipt letter or electronic response stating that the application is complete and that a 40 90-calendar day review period has started as of that date. The local government shall approve or 41 deny the application within 90 calendar days of the date the application was deemed complete 42 by the local government or its designated administrative staff, except that if the applicant requests 43 a continuance of the application, the review period shall be tolled for the duration of any 44 continuance. The time period for review may be extended only by agreement with the applicant 45 if the application cannot be reviewed within the specified time limitation due to circumstances 46 beyond the control of the local government. The extension shall not exceed six months. Failure 47 of the local government or its designated administrative staff to act before the expiration of the 48 time period allowed for review shall constitute an approval of the application, and the local 49 government shall issue a written approval upon demand by the applicant." 50 SECTION 14. G.S. 160D-803 reads as rewritten: 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 404 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 14 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] "§ 160D-803. Review process, filing, and recording of subdivision plats. 1 (a) Any subdivision regulation adopted pursuant to this Article shall contain provisions 2 setting forth the procedures and standards to be followed in granting or denying approval of a 3 subdivision plat prior to its registration. 4 (b) A subdivision regulation shall provide that the following agencies be given an 5 opportunity to make recommendations concerning an individual subdivision plat before the plat 6 is approved: 7 (1) The district highway engineer as to proposed State streets, State highways, 8 and related drainage systems. 9 (2) The county health director or local public utility, as appropriate, as to 10 proposed water or sewerage systems. 11 (3) Any other agency or official designated by the governing board. 12 (c) The subdivision regulation may shall provide that final decisions on preliminary plats 13 and final plats are administrative and to be made by any of the following: 14 (1) The governing board. 15 (2) The governing board on recommendation of a designated body. 16 (3) A designated planning board, technical review committee of local government 17 staff members, or other designated body or staff person. 18 If the final decision on a subdivision plat is administrative, the decision may be assigned to a 19 staff person or committee comprised entirely of staff persons, and notice of the decision shall be 20 as provided by G.S. 160D-403(b). If the final decision on a subdivision plat is quasi-judicial, the 21 decision shall be assigned to the governing board, the planning board, the board of adjustment, 22 or other board appointed pursuant to this Chapter, and the procedures set forth in G.S. 160D-406 23 shall apply. 24 (d) After the effective date that a subdivision regulation is adopted, no subdivision within 25 a local government's planning and development regulation jurisdiction shall be filed or recorded 26 until it shall have been submitted to and approved by the governing board or appropriate body, a 27 staff person or committee comprised entirely of staff persons, as specified in the subdivision 28 regulation, and until this approval shall have been entered on the face of the plat in writing by an 29 authorized representative of the local government. Within 10 days after approving a preliminary 30 or final plat, an authorized representative of the local government shall enter the approval on the 31 face of the preliminary or final plat. The review officer, pursuant to G.S. 47-30.2, shall not certify 32 a subdivision plat that has not been approved in accordance with these provisions nor shall the 33 clerk of superior court order or direct the recording of a plat if the recording would be in conflict 34 with this section. 35 (e) Notwithstanding G.S. 160D-403(c), once approval has been entered on the face of the 36 plat in accordance with this section, the approval shall be valid and not expire unless the 37 landowner applies for, and receives, a subsequent development approval." 38 SECTION 15. G.S. 160D-804(a) reads as rewritten: 39 "(a) Purposes. – A subdivision regulation may provide for the orderly growth and 40 development of the local government; for the coordination of transportation networks and 41 utilities within proposed subdivisions with existing or planned streets and highways and with 42 other public facilities; and for the distribution of population and traffic in a manner that will avoid 43 congestion and overcrowding and will create conditions that substantially promote public health, 44 safety, and general welfare.the actual and legitimate needs of the community." 45 SECTION 16. G.S. 160D-944 reads as rewritten: 46 "§ 160D-944. Designation of historic districts. 47 (a) Any local government may, as part of a zoning regulation adopted pursuant to Article 48 7 of this Chapter or as a development regulation enacted or amended pursuant to Article 6 of this 49 Chapter, designate and from time to time amend one or more historic districts within the area 50 subject to the development regulation. Historic districts established pursuant to this Part shall 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 405 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 15 consist of areas that are deemed to be of special significance in terms of their history, prehistory, 1 architecture, or culture and to possess integrity of design, setting, materials, feeling, and 2 association. 3 A development regulation may treat historic districts either as a separate use district 4 classification or as districts that overlay other zoning districts. Where historic districts are 5 designated as separate use districts, the zoning development regulation may include as uses by 6 right or as special uses those uses found by the preservation commission to have existed during 7 the period sought to be restored or preserved or to be compatible with the restoration or 8 preservation of the district. 9 (b) No historic district or districts shall be designated under subsection (a) of this section 10 until all of the following occur: 11 (1) An investigation and report describing the significance of the buildings, 12 structures, features, sites, or surroundings included in the proposed district and 13 a description of the boundaries of the district have been prepared. 14 (2) The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, acting through the State 15 Historic Preservation Officer or his or her designee, has made an analysis of 16 and recommendations concerning the report and description of proposed 17 boundaries. Failure of the Department to submit its written analysis and 18 recommendations to the governing board within 30 calendar days after a 19 written request for the analysis has been received by the Department relieves 20 the governing board of any responsibility for awaiting the analysis, and the 21 governing board may at any subsequent time take any necessary action to 22 adopt or amend its zoning regulation. 23 (3) Seventy-five percent (75%) of the property owners in the proposed district 24 sign a petition requesting designation of the district. 25 (c) The governing board may also, in its discretion, refer the report and proposed 26 boundaries under subsection (b) of this section to any local preservation commission or other 27 interested body for its recommendations prior to taking action to amend the zoning development 28 regulation. With respect to any changes in the boundaries of a district, subsequent to its initial 29 establishment, or the creation of additional districts within the jurisdiction, the investigative 30 studies and reports required by subdivision (1) of subsection (b) of this section shall be prepared 31 by the preservation commission and shall be referred to the planning board for its review and 32 comment according to procedures set forth in the zoning development regulation. Changes in the 33 boundaries of an initial district or proposal for additional districts shall also be submitted to the 34 Department of Natural and Cultural Resources in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 35 (2) of subsection (b) of this section. 36 On receipt of these reports and recommendations, the local government may proceed in the 37 same manner as would otherwise be required for the adoption or amendment of any appropriate 38 zoning regulation.development regulation, except that the governing board shall unanimously 39 approve the adoption of the district. 40 (d) G.S. 160D-914 applies to zoning or other development regulations pertaining to 41 historic districts, and the authority under that statute for the ordinance to regulate the location or 42 screening of solar collectors may encompass requiring the use of plantings or other measures to 43 ensure that the use of solar collectors is not incongruous with the special character of the district." 44 SECTION 17. Article 9 of Chapter 160D of the General Statutes is amended by 45 adding the following two new sections to read: 46 "§ 160D-974. Tiny houses in residential districts in certain cities. 47 (a) Tiny Housing in Residential Zones. – A city shall allow tiny housing in areas zoned 48 for residential or mixed-use residential, including those that allow for the development of 49 detached single-family dwellings. 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 406 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 16 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] (b) Regulation and Scope. – Nothing in this section affects the validity or enforceability 1 of private covenants or other contractual agreements among property owners relating to dwelling 2 type restrictions. Any development regulation adopted pursuant to this section shall not apply to 3 an area designated as a local historic district (i) pursuant to Part 4 of this Article or (ii) on the 4 National Register of Historic Places, unless approved by the local historic preservation authority. 5 For septic systems, a city may require a new system or an upgrade to an existing system if it is 6 determined that the existing system is incapable of handling increased capacity. 7 (c) Definitions. – As used in this section, the term "tiny housing" means a detached 8 single-family dwelling unit that is no greater than 600 square feet, built to standards applicable 9 to the North Carolina Residential Code, and is either constructed or mounted on a foundation and 10 is connected to utilities. The term does not include a recreational vehicle or manufactured home 11 that has not been affixed to real property. 12 (d) Applicability. – This section applies only to cities with a population of 125,000 or 13 more, according to the most recent decennial federal census. 14 "§ 160D-975. Accessory dwelling units in certain cities. 15 (a) A city shall allow the development of at least one accessory dwelling unit which 16 conforms to the North Carolina Residential Code, including applicable provisions from the North 17 Carolina Fire Code, for each detached single-family dwelling that is greater than 600 square feet, 18 in areas zoned for residential use that allow for development of detached single-family dwellings. 19 An accessory dwelling unit may be built or sited concurrently with the primary dwelling or after 20 the primary dwelling has been constructed or sited. Nothing in this section shall prohibit a local 21 government from permitting accessory dwelling units in any area not otherwise required under 22 this section. 23 (b) Development and permitting of an accessory dwelling unit shall not be subject to any 24 of the following requirements: 25 (1) Owner-occupancy of any dwelling unit, including an accessory unit. 26 (2) Minimum parking requirements or other parking restrictions, including the 27 imposition of additional parking requirements where an existing structure is 28 converted for use as an accessory dwelling unit. 29 (3) Conditional use zoning. 30 (c) In permitting accessory dwelling units under this section, a city shall not do any of 31 the following: 32 (1) Prohibit the connection of the accessory dwelling unit to existing utilities 33 serving the primary dwelling unit. 34 (2) Charge any fee, other than a building permit fee, that exceeds the amount 35 charged for any single-family dwelling unit similar in nature. 36 (d) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a city may regulate accessory dwelling 37 units pursuant to this Chapter, provided that the development regulations do not act to discourage 38 development or siting of accessory dwelling units through unreasonable costs or delay. Nothing 39 in this section shall affect the validity or enforceability of private covenants or other contractual 40 agreements among property owners relating to dwelling type restrictions. 41 (e) A city may impose a setback minimum for accessory dwelling units of 5 feet or the 42 setback minimum imposed generally upon lots in the same zoning classification, whichever is 43 less. 44 (f) For the purposes of this section, the term "accessory dwelling unit" means an attached 45 or detached residential structure that is used in connection with or that is accessory to a primary 46 single-family dwelling and that has less total square footage than the primary single-family 47 dwelling. 48 (g) This section applies only to cities with a population of 125,000 or more, according to 49 the most recent decennial federal census." 50 SECTION 18. G.S. 160D-1006(a) reads as rewritten: 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 407 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 17 "(a) A development agreement shall, at a minimum, include all of the following: 1 (1) A description of the property subject to the agreement and the names of its 2 legal and equitable property owners. 3 (2) The duration of the agreement. However, the parties are not precluded from 4 entering into subsequent development agreements that may extend the 5 original duration period. 6 (3) The development uses permitted on the property, including population 7 densities and building types, intensities, placement on the site, and design. 8 (4) A description of public facilities that will serve the development, including 9 who provides the facilities, the date any new public facilities, if needed, will 10 be constructed, and a schedule to assure public facilities are available 11 concurrent with the impacts of the development. In the event that the 12 development agreement provides that the local government shall provide 13 certain public facilities, the development agreement shall provide that the 14 delivery date of such public facilities will be tied to successful performance 15 by the developer in implementing the proposed development, such as meeting 16 defined completion percentages or other performance standards. 17 (5) A description, where appropriate, of any reservation or dedication of land for 18 public purposes and any provisions agreed to by the developer that exceed 19 existing laws related to protection of environmentally sensitive property. 20 (6) A description, where appropriate, of any conditions, terms, restrictions, or 21 other requirements for the protection of public health, safety, or welfare.that 22 reflect the actual and legitimate needs of the community. 23 (7) A description, where appropriate, of any provisions for the preservation and 24 restoration of historic structures." 25 SECTION 19. G.S. 160D-1102(c) reads as rewritten: 26 "(c) No later than October 1 of 2023, 2024, and 2025, each year, every local government 27 shall publish an annual financial report on how it used fees from the prior fiscal year for the 28 support, administration, and implementation of its building code enforcement program as 29 required by G.S. 160D-402(d). This report is in addition to any other financial report required by 30 law." 31 SECTION 20. G.S. 160D-1110(d) is amended by adding a new subdivision to read: 32 "(3) Require more than a shell permit for the construction of a multifamily 33 development. Upon the request of the permittee, the local government shall 34 issue certificates of occupancy for individual units in a multifamily 35 development permitted under a shell permit as the units meet the criteria for 36 issuance of a certificate of occupancy. For purposes of this subdivision, "shell 37 permit" means a permit that allows for the structural construction of a building 38 but does not result in the issuance of a certificate of occupancy." 39 SECTION 21. G.S. 160D-1208(b) reads as rewritten: 40 "(b) The housing appeals board shall fix a reasonable time for hearing appeals, shall give 41 due notice to the parties, and shall render its decision within a reasonable time. Any party may 42 appear in person or by agent or attorney. The board may reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or 43 may modify the decision or order appealed from, and may make any decision and order that in 44 its opinion ought to be made in the matter, and, to that end, it has all the powers of the public 45 officer, but the concurring vote of four members of the board is necessary to reverse or modify 46 any decision or order of the public officer. The board also has power in passing upon appeals, 47 when unnecessary hardships would result from carrying out the strict letter of the ordinance, to 48 adapt the application of the ordinance to the necessities of the case to the end that the spirit of the 49 ordinance is observed, public safety and welfarethe actual and legitimate needs of the community 50 secured, and substantial justice done." 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 408 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 18 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] SECTION 22. G.S. 160D-1403 reads as rewritten: 1 "§ 160D-1403. Appeals of decisions on subdivision plats. 2 (a) When a subdivision regulation adopted under this Chapter provides that the decision 3 whether to approve or deny a preliminary or final subdivision plat is quasi-judicial, then that 4 decision of the board is subject to review by the superior court by a proceeding in the nature of 5 certiorari. G.S. 160D-406 and this section apply to those appeals. 6 (b) When a subdivision regulation adopted under this Chapter provides that the decision 7 whether to approve or deny a preliminary or final subdivision plat is administrative, or for For 8 any other administrative decision implementing a subdivision regulation, the following applies: 9 (1) If made by the governing board or planning board, the decision is subject to 10 review by filing an action in superior court seeking appropriate declaratory or 11 equitable relief within 30 days from receipt of the written notice of the 12 decision, which shall be made as provided in G.S. 160D-403(b). 13 (2) If made by the staff or a staff committee, the decision is subject to appeal as 14 provided in G.S. 160D-405. 15 (c) For purposes of this section, a subdivision regulation is deemed to authorize a 16 quasi-judicial decision if the decision-making entity under G.S. 160D-803(c) is authorized to 17 decide whether to approve or deny the plat based not only upon whether the application complies 18 with the specific requirements set forth in the regulation but also on whether the application 19 complies with one or more generally stated standards requiring a discretionary decision to be 20 made." 21 SECTION 23.(a) G.S. 160D-1403.1 reads as rewritten: 22 "§ 160D-1403.1. Civil action for declaratory relief, injunctive relief, other remedies; joinder 23 of complaint and petition for writ of certiorari in certain cases. 24 (a) Civil Action. – Except as otherwise provided in this section for claims involving 25 questions of interpretation, in lieu of any remedies available under G.S. 160D-405 or 26 G.S. 160D-108(h), a person with standing, as defined in subsection (b) of this section, may bring 27 an original civil action seeking declaratory relief, injunctive relief, damages, or any other 28 remedies provided by law or equity, in superior court or federal court to challenge the 29 enforceability, validity, or effect of a local land development regulation or development approval 30 for any of the following claims: 31 (1) The ordinance, development regulation, either on its face or as applied, is 32 unconstitutional. 33 (2) The ordinance, development regulation, either on its face or as applied, is ultra 34 vires, preempted, arbitrary or capricious, or is otherwise in excess of statutory 35 authority. 36 (3) The ordinance, development regulation, either on its face or as applied, 37 constitutes a taking of property. 38 (4) The development approval is ultra vires, preempted, in excess of its statutory 39 authority, made upon unlawful procedure, made in error of law, arbitrary and 40 capricious, or an abuse of discretion. 41 (a1) Appeals of Administrative Decisions. – If the decision development approval being 42 challenged under subsection (a) of this section is from an administrative official charged with 43 enforcement of a local land development regulation, the party with standing must first bring any 44 claim that the ordinance development regulation was erroneously interpreted to the applicable 45 board of adjustment pursuant to G.S. 160D-405. An adverse ruling from the board of adjustment 46 may then be challenged in an action brought pursuant to this subsection with the court hearing 47 the matter de novo together with any of the claims listed in this subsection. 48 (b) Standing. – Any of the following criteria provide standing to bring an action under 49 this section: 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 409 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 19 (1) The person has an ownership, leasehold, or easement interest in, or possesses 1 an option or contract to purchase the property that is the subject matter of a 2 final and binding decision made by an administrative official charged with 3 applying or enforcing a land development regulation. 4 (2) The person was a development permit applicant before the decision-making 5 board whose decision is being challenged. 6 (3) The person was a development permit applicant who is aggrieved by a final 7 and binding decision of an administrative official charged with applying or 8 enforcing a land development regulation. 9 (4) An association, organization, society, or entity whose membership is 10 comprised of an individual or entity identified in subdivision (2) or (3) of this 11 subsection. 12 … 13 (g) Definitions. – The definitions definition of "development permit" in G.S. 143-755 14 shall apply in this section." 15 SECTION 23.(b) G.S. 143-755 reads as rewritten: 16 § 143-755. Permit choice. 17 (a) If a development permit applicant submits a permit application for any type of 18 development and a rule or ordinance is amended, including an amendment to any applicable land 19 development regulation, between the time the development permit application was submitted and 20 a development permit decision is made, the development permit applicant may choose which 21 adopted version of the rule or ordinance will apply to the permit and use of the building, structure, 22 or land indicated on the permit application. If the development permit applicant chooses the 23 version of the rule or ordinance applicable at the time of the permit application, the development 24 permit applicant shall not be required to await the outcome of the amendment to the rule, map, 25 or ordinance prior to acting on the development permit. If an applicable rule or ordinance is 26 amended after the development permit is wrongfully denied or after an illegal condition is 27 imposed, as determined in a proceeding challenging the permit denial or the condition imposed, 28 the development permit applicant may choose which adopted version of the rule or ordinance 29 will apply to the permit and use of the building, structure, or land indicated on the permit 30 application. Provided, however, any provision of the development permit applicant's chosen 31 version of the rule or ordinance that is determined to be illegal for any reason shall not be 32 enforced upon the applicant without the written consent of the applicant. 33 … 34 (e) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: 35 (1) Development. – Without altering the scope of any regulatory authority granted 36 by statute or local act, any of the following: 37 a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, 38 substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any 39 structure. 40 b. Excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. 41 c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. 42 d. The initiation of substantial change in the use of land or the intensity 43 of the use of land. 44 (2) Development permit. – An administrative administrative, legislative, or 45 quasi-judicial approval that is written and that is required prior to commencing 46 development or undertaking a specific activity, project, or development 47 proposal, including any of the following: 48 a. Zoning permits. 49 b. Site plan approvals. 50 c. Special use permits. 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 410 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 20 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] d. Variances. 1 e. Certificates of appropriateness. 2 f. Plat approvals. 3 g. Development agreements. 4 h. Building permits. 5 i. Subdivision of land. 6 j. State agency permits for development. 7 k. Driveway permits. 8 l. Erosion and sedimentation control permits. 9 m. Sign permit. 10 n. Conditional zoning. 11 (3) Land development regulation. – Any State statute, rule, or regulation, or local 12 ordinance affecting the development or use of real property, including any of 13 the following: 14 a. Unified development ordinance. 15 b. Zoning regulation, including zoning maps. 16 c. Subdivision regulation. 17 d. Erosion and sedimentation control regulation. 18 e. Floodplain or flood damage prevention regulation. 19 f. Mountain ridge protection regulation. 20 g. Stormwater control regulation. 21 h. Wireless telecommunication facility regulation. 22 i. Historic preservation or landmark regulation. 23 j. Housing code. 24 k. Conditional zoning." 25 SECTION 24. Article 14 of Chapter 160D of the General Statutes is amended by 26 adding a new section to read: 27 "§ 160D-1403.3. Private remedies. 28 In addition to any other remedy otherwise provided by law, any person with standing under 29 subdivisions (2), (3), or (4) of G.S. 160D-1403.1(b) may bring a civil action to enforce the 30 provisions of this Chapter and recover damages, costs, and disbursements, including costs of 31 investigation and reasonable attorneys' fees, and receive other equitable relief as determined by 32 the court." 33 SECTION 25.(a) Article 14 of Chapter 160D of the General Statutes is amended by 34 adding a new section to read: 35 "§ 160D-1406. Civil liability in certain instances. 36 (a) In addition to any other remedy available, actual damages resulting from any 37 development decision, or lack thereof, may be recovered by civil action naming a member or 38 members of the decision-making board individually. A civil action under this section may be 39 instituted by any person with standing as described in G.S. 160D-1402(c) to recover civil 40 damages from any member or members of the decision-making board whose actions with respect 41 to the development decision were: 42 (1) Outside the scope of his or her official authority. 43 (2) Done with malice. For purposes of this section, "malice" may be shown by 44 offering evidence that a defendant was motivated by personal spite or a desire 45 for revenge, or that a defendant acted with reckless and wanton disregard for 46 a plaintiff's rights. 47 (3) Corrupt. For purposes of this section, "corrupt" includes acts of willful 48 misconduct that are egregious in nature. 49 (4) Willful and wanton. For purposes of this section, "willful and wanton" refers 50 to an action that a person of reasonable intelligence would know to be (i) 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 411 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 21 contrary to the person’s duty and prejudicial or injurious to another or (ii) 1 recklessly indifferent to the rights of a person described under subdivisions 2 (1), (2), or (3) of G.S. 160D-1403.1(b) 3 (b) No member or members of a decision-making board shall be held individually liable 4 in any civil action for any action undertaken in good faith reliance upon the written or oral 5 opinion, advice, or direction of the local government’s legal counsel. 6 (c) If a court determines that a member of a decision-making board is liable under 7 subsection (a) of this section, the member of decision-making board is not entitled to legislative 8 immunity, governmental immunity, public official immunity, or judicial immunity. 9 (d) If a court determines that a member of a decision-making board is liable under 10 subsection (a) of this section, the court may also award punitive damages. 11 (e) Notwithstanding the common law of legislative privilege and legislative immunity, a 12 court may compel disclosure of information if, in the presiding judge's opinion, the disclosure is 13 necessary to a proper administration of justice. 14 (f) Attorneys' fees and costs shall be awarded in accordance with G.S. 6-21.7." 15 SECTION 25.(b) G.S. 6-21.7 reads as rewritten: 16 "§ 6-21.7. Attorneys' fees; cities or counties acting outside the scope of their authority. 17 (a) In any action in which a city or county is a party, upon a finding by the court that the 18 city or county violated a statute or case law setting forth unambiguous limits on its authority, the 19 court shall award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs to the party who successfully challenged 20 the city's or county's action. In any action in which a member of a decision-making board under 21 Chapter 160D of the General Statutes is found to be liable under G.S. 160D-1406, the court shall 22 award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs to the party who successfully challenged the acts of 23 the member of a decision-making board under Chapter 160D of the General Statutes. 24 (b) In any action in which a city or county is a party, upon finding by the court that the 25 city or county took action inconsistent with, or in violation of, G.S. 160D-108(b) or 26 G.S. 143-755, the court shall award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs to the party who 27 successfully challenged the local government's failure to comply with any of those provisions. 28 (c) In all other matters, matters not covered by subsection (a) or (b) of this section, the 29 court may award reasonable attorneys' fees and costs to the prevailing private litigant. 30 (d) For purposes of this section, "unambiguous" means that the limits of authority are not 31 reasonably susceptible to multiple constructions." 32 SECTION 26. Article 11 of Chapter 130A of the General Statutes is amended by 33 adding a new section to read: 34 "§ 130A-343.5. Wastewater systems for property within service area of a public or 35 community wastewater system. 36 (a) Notwithstanding G.S. 130A-55(16), 153A-284, 160A-317, 162A-6(a)(14d), and 37 162A-14(2), a property owner may install a wastewater system in accordance with this Article to 38 serve any undeveloped or unimproved property located so as to be served by a public or 39 community wastewater system. 40 (b) Notwithstanding G.S. 130A-55(16), 153A-284, 160A-317, 162A-6(a)(14d), and 41 162A-14(2), a property owner of developed or improved property located so as to be served by 42 a public or community wastewater system may install a wastewater system in accordance with 43 this Article if the public or community wastewater system has not yet installed sewer lines 44 directly available to the property or otherwise cannot provide wastewater service to the property 45 at the time the property owner desires wastewater service. 46 (c) Upon compliance with this Article, the property owner installing a wastewater system 47 pursuant to subsection (a) or (b) of this section shall not be required to connect to the public or 48 community wastewater system for so long as the wastewater system installed in accordance with 49 this Article remains compliant and in use. A property owner may opt to connect to the public or 50 community wastewater system if the property owner so desires. 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 412 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 22 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] (d) Nothing in this section shall require a property owner to install a wastewater system 1 in accordance with this Article if the property is located so as to be served by a public or 2 community wastewater system and the public or community wastewater system is willing to 3 provide wastewater service to the property. 4 (e) This section shall not apply, and a public or community wastewater system may 5 mandate connection to that public or community wastewater system, in any of the following 6 situations: 7 (1) The wastewater system in accordance with this Article serving the property 8 has failed and cannot be repaired. 9 (2) The public authority or unit of government operating the public water system 10 is being assisted by the Local Government Commission. 11 (3) The public authority or unit of government operating the public or community 12 wastewater system is in the process of expanding or repairing the public or 13 community wastewater system and is actively making progress to having 14 wastewater lines installed and directly available to provide wastewater service 15 to that property within the 24 months of the time the property owner applies 16 for a permit under this Article." 17 SECTION 27. G.S. 136-102.6 is amended by adding a new subsection to read: 18 "(c1) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this section, the Division of Highways 19 shall accept a performance guarantee as provided under G.S. 160D-804.1 to ensure completion 20 of streets that are required by a development regulation under Chapter 160D of the General 21 Statutes. On receipt of the performance guarantee, the Division of Highways shall issue a 22 certificate of approval to the municipality or county as to those streets." 23 SECTION 28. G.S. 160A-307 reads as rewritten: 24 "§ 160A-307. Curb cut regulations. 25 (a) A Except as expressly permitted by Chapter 160D of the General Statutes, a city may 26 not regulate by ordinance regulate the size, location, direction of traffic flow, and manner of 27 construction of driveway connections into any street or alley. The To the extent allowed by 28 Chapter 160D of the General Statutes, the ordinance may require the construction or 29 reimbursement of the cost of construction and public dedication of medians, acceleration and 30 deceleration lanes, and traffic storage lanes for driveway connections into any street or alley if 31 all of the following apply: 32 (1) The city has shown through substantial evidence the need for such the 33 improvements is reasonably attributable to the traffic using the driveway. 34 (2) The city has shown through substantial evidence the improvements serve the 35 traffic of the driveway. 36 (b) No street or alley under the control of the Department of Transportation may be 37 improved without the consent of the Department of Transportation. A city shall not require the 38 applicant to acquire right-of-way from property not owned by the applicant. However, an 39 applicant may voluntarily agree to acquire such right-of-way. 40 (c) For purposes of this section, "substantial evidence" means facts and information, 41 other than mere personal preferences or speculation, that a reasonable person would accept in 42 support of a conclusion." 43 SECTION 29.(a) Chapter 162A of the General Statutes is amended by adding a new 44 Article to read: 45 "Article 12. 46 "Water and Sewer Allocation. 47 "§ 162A-1000. Short title and purpose. 48 (a) This Article shall be known and may be cited as the "Water and Sewer Capacity 49 Allocation and Planning Act." 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 413 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 23 (b) The purpose of this Article is to require all public water and sewer service providers 1 to plan for future growth and allocate water and wastewater system capacity in a fair, transparent, 2 and accountable manner. This act will ensure that sufficient water supply and wastewater 3 treatment capacity is available for anticipated development and that capacity is allocated without 4 discrimination or abuse. 5 "§ 162A-1001. Definitions. 6 For the purposes of this Article, the following definitions apply: 7 (1) Allocation or capacity allocation. – A reservation of a specific quantity of 8 water or sewer capacity for a particular project. 9 (2) Applicant. – Any person, business, developer, property owner, or entity that 10 has received preliminary or final site plan approval, as defined under 11 G.S. 160D-102(29), for a project and submits an application for allocation for 12 a new development or expansion of an existing development to a public water 13 or sewer provider. 14 (3) Approved applicant. – An applicant whose application for allocation has been 15 approved. 16 (4) Available capacity. – The portion of a facility's capacity that is not currently 17 being used by existing customers and is not already reserved by prior 18 allocations. Available capacity is determined by establishing a facility's 19 capacity minus the sum of (i) current actual usage, (ii) any local government 20 project allocation, and (iii) any outstanding allocations for projects in their 21 reservation period. 22 (5) Capacity or system capacity. – The actual capacity of a facility. For 23 wastewater systems, actual capacity refers to hydraulic capacity, meaning the 24 maximum volume of wastewater that can be collected, conveyed, and treated 25 under the facility's permit limits without violation. For water systems, actual 26 capacity refers to the actual available water supply, meaning the reliable 27 quantity of water that can be treated and delivered, accounting for permitted 28 withdrawal limits and treatment plant output, wells, or other sources, 29 including any contractual or bulk supply capacity available to the local 30 governmental unit. 31 (6) Department. – The Department of Environmental Quality. 32 (7) Facility. – As defined in G.S. 162A-201(4). 33 (8) Local government project. – Any of the following: 34 a. A project that serves a bona fide public purpose. 35 b. An economic development project as defined under G.S. 143B-36 437.51(2). 37 c. An interlocal agreement between local governments to provide water 38 or sewer allocation under G.S. 160A-461, G.S. 160A-462, or G.S. 39 162A-88.1. 40 (9) Local government project allocation. – The amount of allocation a local 41 governmental unit can demonstrate through competent and reliable evidence 42 is minimally necessary to serve a local government project within the facility's 43 service area for which preliminary or final approval has been granted by the 44 governing body of a local government served by the facility. 45 (10) Local governmental unit. – As defined in G.S. 162A-201(5) and any 46 third-party persons who own or operate a facility on behalf of a local 47 governmental unit. 48 (11) Project. – A development, as defined by G.S. 160D-102(12), for which water 49 or sewer service is requested and is within the facility's service area. This 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 414 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 24 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] includes new developments, and expansion or additions to existing 1 developments, that require new or additional water or sewer service. 2 (12) Substantial expenditure. – A significant or considerable outlay of money, 3 resources, or financial investment, viewed in light of the stage in which the 4 project exists, that is not merely nominal or trivial. 5 "§ 162A-1002. Allocation process. 6 (a) Allocation Request. – A local governmental unit shall approve capacity allocation 7 requests in accordance with this Article. Once approved, a capacity allocation guarantees the 8 local governmental unit shall provide water service or sewer service for that project up to the 9 approved allocation amount. 10 (b) Form of Application. – A local governmental unit may request only the following 11 information from an applicant, and may not require any other information that is not necessary 12 for the local governmental unit to determine whether it has available capacity to serve the project: 13 (1) The name, address, and other relevant contact information of the applicant. 14 (2) Documentation evidencing that the applicant has received preliminary or final 15 approval for a site plan, as defined under G.S. 160D-102(29), for the project. 16 (3) The amount of capacity allocation requested in gallons per day or other 17 similarly objective measurement. 18 (4) The anticipated date the project will begin utilizing the capacity allocation. 19 (c) Approval of Allocation Request. – Not later than 10 days after receiving an 20 application for allocation, a local governmental unit shall approve the allocation if available 21 capacity exists and the application is complete. Upon approving the allocation, the local 22 governmental unit shall provide the applicant with written documentation specifying (i) the 23 allocation reserved, (ii) the amount of allocation reserved, (iii) the project for which the allocation 24 has been reserved, (iv) the date of the allocation approval, and (v) the date the reservation period 25 expires. The local governmental unit shall approve or deny applications for allocation according 26 to the following process: 27 (1) The local governmental unit shall approve the total allocation requested by the 28 applicant unless the request for allocation exceeds the local governmental 29 unit's available capacity, in which case the local governmental unit shall, 30 within 10 days after receiving the application for allocation, offer to provide 31 the applicant with allocation equivalent to the available capacity, if any. The 32 local governmental unit shall reserve the reduced allocation for a project under 33 this subsection provided the applicant agrees, in writing, to the reduced 34 allocation. 35 (2) Except as expressly provided in this section, a local governmental unit may 36 not deny, reduce, or otherwise modify the amount of an allocation requested 37 through an application if available capacity exists sufficient to accommodate 38 an application's allocation request. 39 (3) A local governmental unit shall not require an applicant to agree to any 40 condition not otherwise authorized by this section, or to accept any offer by 41 the applicant to consent to any condition not otherwise authorized by law. 42 These conditions include, without limitation, any of the following: 43 a. Payment of taxes, impact fees, or other fees or contributions to any 44 fund. 45 b. Adherence to any restrictions related to development regulations under 46 Chapter 160D of the General Statutes, including those within the scope 47 of G.S. 160D-702(c). 48 c. Adherence to any restriction related to building design elements within 49 the scope of G.S. 160D-702(b). 50 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 415 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 25 (4) A local governmental unit shall not implement a scoring or preference system 1 to allocate water service or sewer service among applicants, except as 2 specifically authorized by this section. 3 (d) Reservation Period. – The initial reservation period shall be for 24 months after the 4 date the allocation is approved. A local governmental unit shall extend the initial reservation 5 period or extension reservation period for an additional 12 months provided (i) the applicant 6 notifies the local governmental unit that it requires an extension of the initial reservation period 7 or extension reservation period not later than 90 days prior to the expiration of the initial 8 reservation period or extension reservation period and, (ii) concurrent with its notification, the 9 applicant provides the local governmental unit with documentation demonstrating that the 10 applicant has made substantial expenditure towards the completion of the project or the applicant 11 provides documentation of a valid building permit. 12 (e) Allocations Approved in Chronological Order. – Except for requests to reserve 13 capacity in accordance with G.S. 115C-521 and under subsection (k) of this section, allocations 14 shall be granted in the chronological order that completed applications are received by the local 15 governmental unit. 16 (f) Denial of Allocation Request. – A local governmental unit shall deny an application 17 for allocation, within 10 days after receiving an application for allocation, only if one of the 18 following applies: 19 (1) The applicant cannot demonstrate approval of a preliminary or final site plan, 20 as defined in G.S. 160D-102(29). 21 (2) The local governmental unit does not have any available capacity. 22 (3) The applicant has rejected, in writing, the local governmental unit's offer to 23 provide allocation equivalent to its available capacity as provided in 24 subdivision (1) of subsection (c) of this section, if any. 25 (g) Modification of Allocation. – In the event an approved applicant determines that the 26 allocation necessary to serve the project increases or decreases by more than ten percent (10%) 27 of the approved allocation, the approved applicant shall immediately notify the local 28 governmental unit, and the following shall apply: 29 (1) If the allocation approved by the local governmental unit decreases by more 30 than ten percent (10%), the local governmental unit shall adjust its available 31 capacity accordingly and the local governmental unit shall honor the approved 32 allocation, less the decrease in necessary allocation. 33 (2) If the allocation approved by the provider increases by more than ten percent 34 (10%), the local governmental unit shall increase the allocation provided 35 available capacity exists. In the event available capacity does not exist, the 36 local governmental unit shall notify the approved applicant that the local 37 governmental unit does not have available capacity and extend an offer to the 38 approved applicant to increase the allocation in an amount equivalent to the 39 available capacity. If the approved applicant determines that the existing 40 allocation or the offer by the local governmental unit to increase the allocation 41 in an amount equivalent to the local governmental unit's available capacity 42 does not meet the needs of the project, the approved applicant shall 43 immediately notify the local governmental unit that it intends to terminate the 44 allocation. 45 (3) In the event the allocation is terminated by the applicant, the provider shall 46 adjust its available capacity accordingly. 47 (h) Expiration or Termination of Allocation. – Upon expiration or termination of 48 allocation, including allocations that are not used in full, the local governmental unit shall return 49 the expired, terminated, or unused capacity to its available capacity balance. Upon a return of the 50 expired, terminated, or unused capacity to the local governmental unit's available capacity 51 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 416 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 Page 26 House Bill 765 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] balance, the local governmental unit shall recalculate its available capacity and shall make it 1 available to future applicants for allocation. 2 (i) Vested Right. – Allocation approved under this section shall be deemed a vested 3 element of the project for the duration of the reservation period. The vested right to allocation 4 during the reservation period shall be in addition to any other vested rights the project may have 5 by law and shall run with the land for the benefit of the project. During the vesting period, the 6 local governmental unit may not revoke or reduce the allocation except by request of the 7 applicant or as described in this section. 8 (j) Transferability of Allocation. – Allocation shall be provided to the project described 9 in the application. An approved applicant may not transfer an unused allocation to a different 10 project. If the project for which an allocation has been reserved is sold or the development rights 11 are assigned to a successor in interest, the allocation shall transfer to the successor in interest and 12 the allocation and reservation period shall be honored and may not be terminated or revoked by 13 the local governmental unit. In the event the project for which the allocation was reserved is sold 14 or transferred to a successor in interest, the approved applicant shall immediately notify the local 15 governmental unit of the sale or transfer. 16 (k) Emergency Allocations. – Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, a local 17 governmental unit shall provide priority in allocation to applications demonstrating a substantial 18 threat to public health, safety, or welfare that can be mitigated only by the immediate provision 19 of water service or sewer service. An applicant seeking an emergency allocation must present 20 competent evidence to the local governmental unit of the risk to the public health, safety, or 21 welfare. Upon verifying that the application constitutes an emergency, the local governmental 22 unit shall approve allocation in the minimum amount necessary to abate the emergency on a 23 priority basis. 24 (l) Use of Allocation. – A local governmental unit shall not unreasonably delay an 25 approved applicant's ability to connect the approved applicant's project to the local governmental 26 unit's infrastructure. A local governmental unit shall begin providing water service or sewer 27 service to an approved applicant within 90 days after receiving a request from the approved 28 applicant to begin providing water service or sewer service, provided (i) the project is connected 29 to the local governmental unit's infrastructure and (ii) the request is made within the reservation 30 period described in subsection (d) of this section. 31 "§ 162A-1003. Planning and reporting. 32 (a) Each local governmental unit shall prepare an annual report not later than October 1 33 of each year documenting facility capacity and available capacity. The report shall include, at a 34 minimum, all of the following information for each facility of the local governmental unit: 35 (1) The current system capacity. 36 (2) The current available capacity. 37 (3) The amount of capacity allocated to approved developments or projects not 38 yet connected to the local governmental unit's infrastructure. 39 (4) The remaining available capacity for new allocations. 40 (5) Any changes in capacity since the last report. 41 (6) Any planned improvements or expansions and the expected impact on 42 capacity. 43 (7) The current actual usage of the facility, including average daily demand and 44 peak daily demand over the year immediately preceding the preparation of the 45 report. 46 (8) If the local governmental unit receives State or federal funding for water or 47 sewer infrastructure, a description of efforts to expand capacity to meet 48 growth, including progress on any State-funded projects. 49 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 417 General Assembly Of North Carolina Session 2025 H765-CSTQ-19 [v.10] House Bill 765 Page 27 (b) The Department shall make the annual reports available to the public. Each local 1 governmental unit shall also post the annual report on the website of that local governmental unit, 2 if any. 3 "§ 162A-1004. Enforcement and remedies. 4 (a) State Enforcement Authority. – If the Department finds that a local governmental unit 5 has violated any requirement of this Article, the Department may take appropriate preventive or 6 remedial enforcement action authorized by Part 1 of Article 21 of Chapter 143 of the General 7 Statutes. 8 (b) Civil Penalties. – A local governmental unit that fails to comply with the provisions 9 of this Article or willfully fails to administer or enforce the provisions of this Article shall be 10 subject to a civil penalty pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(e). 11 (c) Judicial Review. – Any applicant whose application was denied by a local 12 governmental unit, or who is otherwise aggrieved or injured by the action of a local governmental 13 unit, may file an action in the superior court of the county where the local governmental unit is 14 located or where the project is located. In any civil action brought under this section, the court 15 may award reasonable attorneys' fees to a prevailing plaintiff who brought the action." 16 SECTION 29.(b) G.S. 162A-900, as enacted by S.L. 2024-45 and S.L. 2024-49, is 17 repealed. 18 SECTION 29.(c) For applicants that, on or after July 31, 2020, received a service 19 commitment from a public water system, public sewer system, or public water and sewer system 20 confirming availability of capacity for the applicant's development project, but whose capacity 21 needs have not been provided, the system shall reserve, allocate, and provide those applicants 22 with the capacity assured in the system's service commitment in the chronological order that the 23 service commitment was issued before the system reserves, allocates, or provides capacity to 24 another applicant. 25 SECTION 29.(d) The annual report required by G.S. 162A-1003, as enacted by this 26 act, shall be due October 1, 2026. 27 SECTION 30. If any provision of this act or the application thereof to any person or 28 circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of 29 this act that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application and, to this end, the 30 provisions of this act are declared to be severable. 31 SECTION 31. Except as otherwise provided, this act becomes effective October 1, 32 2025, and applies to applications, approvals, and actions filed on or after that date. Any local 33 government ordinance in effect on, or adopted subsequent to, October 1, 2025, that is inconsistent 34 with this section is void and unenforceable. Unless expressly stated otherwise, the provisions of 35 this act do not affect any right accrued or vested prior to its enactment. 36 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 418 MAY 19, 2025 APPOINTMENTS NEEDED JOHNSTON-LEE-HARNETT COMMUNITY ACTION We have received a recommendation for reappointment of Mr. Gordon Springle to serve on the Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community Action, Inc. Board of Directors. (Recommendation attached). Item 15 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 419 HCBOC 051325 ws Pg 420