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REGULAR MEETING
Date: Monday, June 2, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Commissioners Meeting Room Harnett County Resource Center & Library 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington
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1. Call to order – Chairman Matt Nicol
2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation – Commissioner Brooks Matthews
3. Consider additions and deletions to the published agenda.
4. Consent Agenda A. Minutes i. Regular Meeting Minutes of May 19, 2025 ii. Work Session Minutes of May 27, 2025 B. Harnett County IT Department requests the Board of Commissioners adopt a Resolution updating our Review Officers. According to General Statute § G.S. 47-30.2 the Board of Commissioners of each county shall, by resolution, designate by name one or more persons experienced in mapping or land records management as a Review Officer to review each map and plat required to be submitted for review before the map or plat is presented to the Register of Deeds for recording. C. Harnett County IT Departments requests the Board of Commissioners approval to add offices at 420 McKinney Parkway to relocate the GIS Department. The estimated cost is $200,000. Kimberly Honeycutt and Lisa McFadden have reviewed the project costs, and this project can begin this budget year upon board approval. D. Harnett Regional Water (HRW) requests the Board of Commissioners approve the Buies Creek and Coats Collection System Upgrades project ordinance. The HRW Sewer Capacity Improvement Project in the Buies Creek and Coats areas involves design, engineering, and the
installation of a new gravity and force main sewer lines as well as upgrades to existing sewer
pump stations in the collections system aimed at improving sewer capacity and access in the
specified area. The project will expand the existing sewer infrastructure to accommodate
growing demand while ensuring compliance with local and regional wastewater regulations. The
proposed sewer line and pump station upgrades are located in the NC Highway 27 East and US
421 South corridors. E. Harnett Regional Water (HRW) requests the Board of Commissioners approve the Erwin
Downtown Utility Upgrades project ordinance. This water service relocation project covers the
block of downtown Erwin bounded by S 12th Street, S 13th Street, East H Street, and Denim
Drive, currently served by a 2-inch water line located behind the buildings. Due to aging
infrastructure, HRW plans to replace the water services for the block while abandoning the
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existing water line in place. Due to the location of the current water line and other utilities, HRW intends to relocate the water services to the front of the buildings, connecting to the existing
water lines along the streets.
F. Harnett Regional Water (HRW) requests the Board of Commissioners approve the Old Hamilton
Road Water Extension project ordinance. The HRW Water Extension Project on Old Hamilton
Road involves design, engineering, and the installation of a new water distribution system aimed
at improving water supply and access in the specified area. The project will expand the existing
water infrastructure to accommodate growing demand while ensuring compliance with local
and regional water regulations. The proposed water line located on Old Hamilton Road near
Erwin, North Carolina would connect to an 8-inch diameter water line on NC82 and a 6-inch
diameter water line on Antioch Road.
G. Harnett Regional Water (HRW) requests the Board of Commissioners approve the Lead and
Copper Compliance project ordinance. This project is based on the Environmental Protection
Agency's (EPA) Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). The LCRI became effective on
December 30, 2024, marking the start of the rule’s implementation, while its full compliance
date is November 1, 2027. The consultant will perform hand tool excavations at planned
locations to verify service line materials. Consultant will document, record, and notify HRW staff
of lead connectors discovered during verification of service line materials. Tasks performed in
this project will comply with the LCRI.
H. Administration requests the Board of Commissioners adopt a Resolution requesting NC
Department of Transportation add Sugarberry Place, Blackgum Court, Basswood Court,
Sandalwood Drive, and Black Oak Place in Rolling Springs Subdivision to the State’s Secondary
Road System.
I. As discussed at the May 27, 2025 Work Session, the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
would like to appoint Amanda Reagan, District 2, to the Harnett County Planning Board.
5. Public Comment Period Period of up to 1 hour for informal comments allowing 5 minutes for each presentation. Speakers are
requested to sign up prior to the meeting. Speakers may sign up by contacting the clerk at
mdcapps@harnett.org at least one hour prior to the start of the meeting or by utilizing the signup sheet at
the back of the room. The signup form will be picked up by the clerk 5 minutes before the published
meeting start time.
6. Discuss a request to enter into a Fleet Agreement with Enterprise to procure vehicles for the
Sheriff’s Office.
7. Discuss FY 2025-2026 Recommended Budget.
8. County Manager’s Report – Brent Trout, County Manager
A. Department of Social Services Monthly Report
B. Budget Revisions
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C. Budget Amendments – Motion to approve the budget amendments as requested by the Finance Officer.
D. Bid Approval for Chemical Vendors – Motion to approve Chemical bids for FY 26 for the
Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plants.
9. New Business
10. Closed Session
11. Adjourn CONDUCT OF THE JUNE 2, 2025 MEETING
Livestream of the meeting will be on the Harnett County Government’s YouTube Channel
at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7mTF6HTD65x_98EhAMeMg/featured.
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Regular Meeting Minutes
May 19, 2025
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HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting Minutes
May 19, 2025
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00
pm, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, Harnett County Resource Center and Library, 455 McKinney
Parkway, Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present: Matthew B. Nicol, Chairman
William Morris, Vice Chairman
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
W. Brooks Matthews, Commissioner
Duncan “Eddie” Jaggers, Commissioner
Staff present: Brent Trout, County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer (arrived at 6:29 pm)
Allen L. Coats, Deputy Finance Officer
Melissa Capps, Clerk
Chairman Nicol called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
Commissioner McKoy led the Pledge of Allegiance and provided the invocation.
Chairman Nicol called for any additions or deletions to the published agenda. Staff requested the Board
of Commissioners consider adding budget amendment 502 to Item 11D. Vice Chairman Morris made a
motion to approve the agenda as amended. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jaggers and
carried unanimously.
Vice Chairman Morris made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner Jaggers seconded
the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The items on the consent agenda were as follows:
A.Minutes
i.Special Session of April 21, 2025 for the Northwest Water and Sewer District
ii.Work Session Minutes of April 29, 2025
iii.Regular Meeting Minutes of May 5, 2025
iv.Work Session Minutes of May 13, 2025
B.General Services / Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) requests the Board of
Commissioners consider endorsing the North Harnett Transit Study recommendations
conducted by Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO).
C.As discussed at the May 13, 2025 Work Session, the consensus of the Board of
Commissioners is to allow staff to continue negotiating an agreement with Modivcare
Transportation.
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D. General Services / Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) requests the Board of
Commissioners approval of the FY 2027 5311 Administrative Grant preapplication
documents as requested by NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT)/Integrated
Mobility Division (IMD).
E. Sheriff Coats requests 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.
F. Harnett Regional Jetport requests approval of the project ordinance for the Hangar
Project. (Attachment 1)
Commissioner Matthews read the Treatment Court Month Proclamation declaring that Treatment Court
Month be established during the month of May. A copy of the Proclamation was presented to staff.
Chairman Nicol opened the meeting for informal comments by the public, allowing up to 5 minutes for
each presentation up to 1 hour. The following people provided comments:
1. Larry Mitchell of 478 Century Drive, Cameron, NC.
2. Kate Reichert of 6711 River Road, Fuquay Varina, NC.
3. Katelin Kaiser of Democracy NC.
4. Jerry Rivas of 364 Twin Ponds Road, Sanford, NC.
5. Angie Collins of 5821 NC 210, Angier, NC.
No one else spoke. The public comment period was closed.
Sarah Arbour, Planner II, petitioned the Board for a public hearing 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. The subject property is an unimproved, wooded
corner lot with frontage along Cool Springs Rd. and US 421 N. 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.
Staff evaluation:
• 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.
• 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.
• 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
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land uses. Additionally, the property has access to a major thoroughfare and water service and is
located in a Rural Center Development Node.
• 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.
• 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.
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.
Chairman Nicol opened the public hearing and the following people spoke:
1. Tilghman Pope, 109 South Ellis Avenue, Dunn, NC, Attorney, representing the applicant spoke
in favor of the rezoning request.
2. Brian Turner, 41 Frontier Court, Lillington, NC spoke in opposition to the rezoning request.
3. Larry Mitchell, 478 Century Drive, Cameron, NC shared concerns regarding litter and traffic.
4. Attendee name not provided, spoke in opposition to the rezoning request.
5. Christine Elliott spoke in opposition to the rezoning request.
6. Kelly Beebe, 40 Starlight Drive, Lillington, NC spoke in opposition of the rezoning request.
No one else spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to approve Proposed Zoning Change: Case #PLAN2504-0001
Landowner / Applicant: Central Carolina Equity Partners, LLC; 5.22 +/- acres; Pin #0610-98-3186.000.
Vice Chairman Morris seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. (Attachment 2)
Ms. Arbor also petitioned the Board for a public hearing on 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;
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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.
Chairman Nicol opened the public hearing. No one spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to approve the Proposed Text Amendment: Case # PLAN 2504-
0002. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Morris and carried unanimously. (Attachment 3)
Brent Trout, County Manager, petitioned the Board for a public hearing on Harnett County FY 2025-
2026 Budget. We have covered through two meetings, the budget message and a more detailed
description from Assistant County Manager, Lisa McFadden. The recommended General Fund budget is
$183,457,942, Harnett Regional Water is $50,595,000 and a Solid Waste budget of $8,972,554.
Chairman Nicol opened the public hearing and the following people spoke:
1. Kate Reichert of 6711 River Road, Fuquay Varina, NC.
2. Richard Chapman of 5220 Christian Light Road, Fuquay Varina, NC.
3. Rebekah Brock of 5220 Christian Light Road, Fuquay Varina, NC.
4. Larry Mitchell of 478 Century Drive, Cameron, NC.
5. Tonya White Anderson of Linden, NC.
6. Melanie Stewart of Parrish Street, Lillington, NC.
No one else spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Trout stated the Recommended Budget will be included in the next couple of agendas to allow
additional discussion with the intent to approve it at the June 16th Regular Board Meeting.
Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to postpone the discussion on the Johnston-Lee-Harnett
Community Action Group appointment/reappointment until the Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Work Session.
The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Morris and carried unanimously.
Mr. Trout reminded everyone the next Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, at 6:00 pm in the
Dunn City Hall with Vice Chairman Morris. Harnett County Offices will be closed on Monday, in
observance of Memorial Day. The Memorial Day Ceremony will be held Monday at 9:00 am in front of
the RCL Building. Dedication ceremony for Charters of Freedom will be held on May 31st at 9:00 am
and the public is invited to attend.
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Vice Chairman Morris made a motion to approve the budget amendments as requested by the Finance
Officer. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jaggers and carried unanimously. (Attachment 4)
Vice Chairman Morris made a motion to approve the tax rebates, releases and refunds as requested by
the Tax Administrator. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Matthews and carried unanimously.
(Attachment 5)
Vice Chairman Morris made a motion to authorize the Chairman to sign contract change orders
exceeding the manager’s signature threshold for Cape Fear Water Solutions, Southeastern Acoustical
and Batteries of NC.
Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to create a Public Safety Committee with representation from
Fire, EMS and Law Enforcement. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Morris and carried
unanimously.
Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to adjourn at 7:37 pm. The motion was seconded by Vice
Chairman Morris and carried unanimously.
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Matthew Nicol, Chairman Melissa Capps, Clerk
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Work Session Minutes
May 27, 2025
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HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Minutes of Work Session
May 27, 2025
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in work session on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at
9:00 am, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, Harnett County Resource Center and Library, 455
McKinney Parkway, Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present: William Morris, Vice Chairman
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
Duncan “Eddie” Jaggers, Commissioner
Members absent: Matthew B. Nicol, Chairman
W. Brooks Matthews, Commissioner
Staff present: Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Brent Trout, County Manager
Melissa Capps, Clerk
Vice Chairman Morris called the Harnett County Board of Commissioners meeting to order at
9:00 am.
Vice Chairman Morris led the Pledge of Allegiance and provided the invocation.
Vice Chairman Morris called for any additions or deletions to the published agenda.
Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to approve the agenda as published. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner McKoy and carried unanimously
The following agenda was before the Board of Commissioners:
1.Call to order – Vice Chairman Bill Morris
2.Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation – Vice Chairman Bill Morris
3.Consider any additions and/or deletions to the published agenda.
4.Presentation by Enterprise regarding Fleet Agreement to procure vehicles for
Sheriff’s Office; Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer; Gary McNeill, Sheriff’s Office;
and Enterprise
5.Discuss a request to adopt a Resolution updating Review Officers; Ira Hall, Chief
Information Officer
6.Discuss a request to add offices at 420 McKinney Parkway to relocate the GIS
department; Ira Hall, Chief Information Officer
7.Discuss a request to approve the Buies Creek and Coats Collection Systems
Upgrades Project Ordinance; Seann Byrd, Assistant Harnett Regional Water Director
8.Discuss a request to approve the Erwin Downtown Utility Upgrades Project
Ordinance; Seann Byrd, Assistant Harnett Regional Water Director
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9. Discuss a request to approve the Old Hamilton Road Water Extension Project
Ordinance; Seann Byrd, Assistant Harnett Regional Water Director
10. Discuss a request to approve the Lead and Copper Compliance Project Ordinance;
Seann Byrd, Harnett Regional Water Director
11. Discuss FY 2025-2026 Recommended Budget; Brent Trout, County Manager and
Lisa McFadden, Assistant County Manager
12. Discuss Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community Action Group
appointment/reappointment. (please note action may be taken on this item)
13. Presentation of Golden LEAF Foundation Community-Based Grants Initiative;
Brent Trout, County Manager
14. Discuss relocating Probation and Parole Office; Vice Chairman Bill Morris
15. Review applications to serve on Boards and Committees.
16. County Manager’s Report – Brent Trout, County Manager
• Resolution requesting NC Department of Transportation add Sugarberry
Place, Blackgum Court, Basswood Court, Sandalwood Drive, and Black Oak
Place in Rolling Springs Subdivision to the State’s Secondary Road System.
• June 2, 2025 Regular Meeting Agenda Review
• Upcoming meetings and invitations
17. Closed Session
18. Adjourn
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer, introduced Devon Moore with Enterprise. Mr. Moore
reviewed the following information regarding a Fleet agreement to procure vehicles for the
Sheriff’s Office:
• Executive Summary
o Key Objectives
• Reduce the total cost of owning and operating a fleet of
vehicles
• Execute a fleet plan that is sustainable and will create
stable budget
• Utilize programs to track and manage costs while creating
efficiencies
• Cooperative Purchasing Partnerships
o Sourcewell
o TIPS
o E&I Cooperative Services
• Fleet profile and Strategic Recommendations
• Fleet Analysis
• Services provided by Enterprise Fleet Management
Additional discussion included using a local vendor for upfit of equipment on Sheriff
Department vehicles, mileage limitation, resale of leased vehicles, acquisition of vehicles, spare
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vehicles and fuel program. Consensus of the Board was to place this item as a individual item on
the next agenda for additional discussion.
Ira Hall, Chief Information Officer, reviewed a request for the Board to adopt a Resolution
updating our Review Officers. According to General Statute § G.S. 47-30.2 the Board of
Commissioners of each county shall, by resolution, designate by name one or more persons
experienced in mapping or land records management as a Review Officer to review each map
and plat required to be submitted for review before the map or plat is presented to the Register of
Deeds for recording. Consensus of the Board was to place this item on the next consent agenda.
Mr. Hall also reviewed a request to add offices at 420 McKinney Parkway to relocate the GIS
Department. The estimated cost is $200,000. Kimberly Honeycutt and Lisa McFadden have
reviewed the project costs, and this project can begin this budget year upon board approval.
Consensus of the Board was to place this item on the next consent agenda.
Seann Byrd, Assistant Harnett Regional Water Director, reviewed a request for the Board to
approve the Buies Creek and Coats Collection System Upgrades project ordinance. The HRW
Sewer Capacity Improvement Project in the Buies Creek and Coats areas involves design,
engineering, and the installation of a new gravity and force main sewer lines as well as upgrades
to existing sewer pump stations in the collections system aimed at improving sewer capacity and
access in the specified area. The project will expand the existing sewer infrastructure to
accommodate growing demand while ensuring compliance with local and regional wastewater
regulations. The proposed sewer line and pump station upgrades are located in the NC Highway
27 East and US 421 South corridors. Consensus of the Board was to place this item on the next
consent agenda.
Mr. Bryd also reviewed a request for the Board to approve the Erwin Downtown Utility
Upgrades project ordinance. This water service relocation project covers the block of downtown
Erwin bounded by S 12th Street, S 13th Street, East H Street, and Denim Drive, currently served
by a 2-inch water line located behind the buildings. Due to aging infrastructure, HRW plans to
replace the water services for the block while abandoning the existing water line in place. Due to
the location of the current water line and other utilities, HRW intends to relocate the water
services to the front of the buildings, connecting to the existing water lines along the streets.
Consensus of the Board was to place this item on the next consent agenda.
Mr. Bryd also reviewed a request for the Board to approve the Old Hamilton Road Water
Extension project ordinance. The HRW Water Extension Project on Old Hamilton Road
involves design, engineering, and the installation of a new water distribution system aimed at
improving water supply and access in the specified area. The project will expand the existing
water infrastructure to accommodate growing demand while ensuring compliance with local and
regional water regulations. The proposed water line located on Old Hamilton Road near Erwin,
North Carolina would connect to an 8-inch diameter water line on NC82 and a 6-inch diameter
water line on Antioch Road. Consensus of the Board was to place this item on the next consent
agenda.
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Mr. Bryd also reviewed a request for the Board to approve the Lead and Copper Compliance
project ordinance. This project is based on the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Lead
and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI). The LCRI became effective on December 30, 2024,
marking the start of the rule’s implementation, while its full compliance date is November 1,
2027. The consultant will perform hand tool excavations at planned locations to verify service
line materials. Consultant will document, record, and notify HRW staff of lead connectors
discovered during verification of service line materials. Tasks performed in this project will
comply with the LCRI. Consensus of the Board was to place this item on the next consent
agenda.
Lisa McFadden, Assistant County Manager, reviewed the following information regarding the
FY 2025-2026 Recommended Budget:
Public Hearing Follow-up Items
• Board of Elections -Outreach Specialist position
o Salary & benefits and equipment costs -$68,286
• Mental Health Funding
o Page 80
• Increased funding by $200,000 in FY 2026 for Behavioral Health Urgent Care
• EMS Rescue Squad Funding
o Page 109
• Increased funding by 10% in FY 2024, 17% in FY 2025, and 10% in FY 2026
• DSS Program Funding
o No DSS Programs were cut by the County
o Budgeting based on actual activity instead of estimates by the State and
“what-ifs”
o The County is reimbursed for services provided (50-100%)
• Cape Fear River Advisory Council
o NC Department of Environmental Quality has an advisory group
• Focuses on Cape Fear River Basin planning
• Next meeting – June 2, 2025, at 2:00pm in Agriculture
Center
• Lynn Lambert is Harnett County’s representative
• Soil & Water Board
o Purpose is to focus on water quality protection in our area
• Public Safety Functional Area
o Animal Services
o Emergency Services
o Rescue Districts
o Sheriff’s Office
o Communications (911)
• $57,034,466 – Public Safety
o 30.5% of General Fund Budget
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• Harnett County Schools
o In FY 2025 budget, the Board approved $5,566,572 set aside in
Contingency to help off-set the lost low-wealth funding from the State
o HCS has requested $3,500,000
o The current and next year’s budgets have been adjusted to account for the
increase
o FY 2026 per pupil funding - $1,684.56
o Increase of $268.39 per student
• Changes to the Recommended Budget
o General Fund:
Revenues
• Increase Appropriated Fund Balance to balance the budget
[+$3,530,005]
Expenses
• Increase Harnett County Schools continuation budget
[$3,500,000]
• Decrease Parks and Recreation expansion budget to
remove Toro Spraymaster [-$20,395]
• Increase Governing Body expansion budget for Economic
Development Corporation - Harnett County
• Jobs Campaign [+$50,000]
• Increase Cooperative Extension continuation budget to
account for another desktop computer [+400]
o Capital Reserve Fund:
Revenues
• Increase Appropriated Fund Balance to balance the budget
[+$500,000]
Expenses
• Increase Development Services Expansion budget for a
CIP project – Highland Road Extension grant match
[+$500,000]
• Fund Balance - FY 2026 Appropriated Fund Balance - $11,572,041
• Recommended Tax Rate - $0.591 (per $100 valuation)
o One penny = $1,562,226
Discussion items included:
• Harnett Regional Water – Capital Improvement Plan
• Cost of living adjustments (COLAs) and 401K
• Board of Commissioners salary adjustments
• Recommended Fees
• Fire Districts recommended tax increases
• Recommended positions
• Reclassifications
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• Harnett County Schools funding
Commissioner Jaggers asked if any other applications had been received for the Johnston-Lee-
Harnett Community Action Group. Melissa Capps, Clerk to the Board of Commissioners stated
none had been received. Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to reappoint Gordon Springle to
serve on the Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community Action, Inc. Board of Directors. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner McKoy and carried unanimously.
Brent Trout, County Manager, shared information regarding the Golden LEAF Foundation
Community-Based Grants initiative. Each county may submit up to four projects that total up to
$2m, though no single project may exceed $1.5m. Golden LEAF will make no more than three
awards totaling $1.5 million in a county. County managers may submit project worksheets to
Golden LEAF for review and feedback. These grants can be given to any governmental entity
and non-profit organizations. I’ll be emailing the towns and posting information on the website
for interested parties. Worksheets will be due to me by July 8th.
Vice Chairman Morris shared concerns he had received from various community members
regarding the location of Probation and Parole. Staff was asked to evaluate options on where the
office could be relocated, where it would be centrally located.
The Board reviewed applications to serve on Boards and Committees. Consensus of the Board
was to place the appointment of Amanda Reagan, District 2, to the Harnett County Planning
Board on the next consent agenda.
Mr. Trout reviewed a request for the Board to adopt a Resolution requesting NC Department of
Transportation add Sugarberry Place, Blackgum Court, Basswood Court, Sandalwood Drive, and
Black Oak Place in Rolling Springs Subdivision to the State’s Secondary Road System.
Consensus of the Board was to place this item on the next consent agenda.
Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to go into Closed Session to consult with and give
instructions to the county staff concerning the position to be taken by the County in negotiating a
proposed contract for the acquisition of real property. This motion is made pursuant to NC
General Statute Section 143-318.11 (a)(5). The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Morris
and carried unanimously.
Following a motion to come out of Closed Session, Chairman Nicol called the meeting back into
open session.
Commissioner Jaggers made a motion to adjourn the Board of Commissioners at 11:07 am.
Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
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William Morris, Vice Chairman Melissa Capps, Clerk
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MEETING DATE: June 2, 2025
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Update Review Officers
REQUESTED BY: Ira Hall, CIO - Harnett County IT Department
REQUEST:
According to general statute § G.S. 47-30.2 the board of commissioners of each county
shall, by resolution, designate by name one or more persons experienced in mapping or
land records management as a Review Officer to review each map and plat required to
be submitted for review before the map or plat is presented to the register of deeds for
recording.
Harnett County IT Department would like to update our Review Officers listed on the
attached resolution.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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RESOLUTION DESIGNATING REVIEW OFFICERS
BE IT RESOLVED that in accordance with N.C.G.S. 47-30.2, the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
does hereby designate the Harnett County GIS employees listed below as Review Officers to review each map
and plat required to be submitted for review before the map or plat is presented to the Register of Deeds for
recording.
Sheila Bennett
Eric Dorman
Chris Hawk
Reece Pollard
Seth Purvis
Kayla Robinson
Michele Temple
Clint Williams
This resolution shall supersede any previous resolutions designating review officers.
Duly adopted this 2nd day of June, 2025.
______________________________
Matthew B. Nicol, Chairman
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
Attest:
____________________________
Melissa Capps, Clerk to the Board
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TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: IT Department Office Expansion and GIS relocation
REQUESTED BY: Ira Hall, CIO - IT Department
REQUEST:
The IT Department seeks approval to add offices at 420 McKinney Parkway to relocate
the GIS department. Which will:
•Streamline Map Reviews by placing GIS next to Development Services.
•Free up space on the main campus for other purposes.
•Consolidate all Harnett County IT employees within one building, enhancing
collaboration.
The estimated cost is $200,000. Kimberly Honeycutt and Lisa McFadden have reviewed
the project costs, and this project can begin this budget year upon board approval.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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MEETING DATE: June 2, 2025
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Buies Creek and Coats Collection Systems Upgrades Project Ordinance
REQUESTED BY: Seann Byrd, Assistant HRW Director
REQUEST:
This is a formal request for the Board to approve the Buies Creek and Coats Collection
System Upgrades project ordinance. The HRW Sewer Capacity Improvement Project
in the Buies Creek and Coats areas involves design, engineering, and the installation of
a new gravity and force main sewer lines as well as upgrades to existing sewer pump
stations in the collections system aimed at improving sewer capacity and access in the
specified area. The project will expand the existing sewer infrastructure to
accommodate growing demand while ensuring compliance with local and regional
wastewater regulations. The proposed sewer line and pump station upgrades are
located in the NC Highway 27 East and US 421 South corridors.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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MEETING DATE: June 2, 2025
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Erwin Downtown Utility Upgrades Project Ordinance
REQUESTED BY: Seann Byrd, Assistant HRW Director
REQUEST:
This is a formal request for the Board to approve the Erwin Downtown Utility
Upgrades project ordinance. This water service relocation project covers the block of
downtown Erwin bounded by S 12th Street, S 13th Street, East H Street, and Denim
Drive, currently served by a 2-inch water line located behind the buildings. Due to
aging infrastructure, HRW plans to replace the water services for the block while
abandoning the existing water line in place. Due to the location of the current water line
and other utilities, HRW intends to relocate the water services to the front of the
buildings, connecting to the existing water lines along the streets.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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MEETING DATE: June 2, 2025
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Old Hamilton Road Water Extension Project Ordinance
REQUESTED BY: Seann Byrd, Assistant HRW Director
REQUEST:
This is a formal request for the Board to approve the Old Hamilton Road Water
Extension project ordinance. The HRW Water Extension Project on Old Hamilton
Road involves design, engineering, and the installation of a new water distribution
system aimed at improving water supply and access in the specified area. The project
will expand the existing water infrastructure to accommodate growing demand while
ensuring compliance with local and regional water regulations. The proposed water
line located on Old Hamilton Road near Erwin, North Carolina would connect to an 8-
inch diameter water line on NC82 and a 6-inch diameter water line on Antioch Road.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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MEETING DATE: June 2, 2025
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Lead and Copper Compliance Project Ordinance
REQUESTED BY: Seann Byrd, Assistant HRW Director
REQUEST:
This is a formal request for the Board to approve the Lead and Copper Compliance
project ordinance. This project is based on the Environmental Protection Agency's
(EPA) Lead and Copper Rule Improvements. The LCRI became effective on December
30, 2024, marking the start of the rule’s implementation, while its full compliance date
is November 1, 2027. The consultant will perform hand tool excavations at planned
locations to verify service line materials. Consultant will document, record, and notify
HRW staff of lead connectors discovered during verification of service line materials.
Tasks performed in this project will comply with the LCRI.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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HARNETT COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED that Harnett County Board of Commissioners does hereby, by proper execution of this document,
request that the North Carolina Department of Transportation add to the State’s Secondary Road System the below
listed streets.
Rolling Springs
•Sugarberry Place
•Blackgum Court
•Basswood Court
•Sandalwood Drive
•Black Oak Place
Duly adopted this 2nd day of June, 2025.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
_______________________________
Matthew B. Nicol, Chairman
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Melissa D. Capps, Clerk
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TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Boards and Committees
REQUESTED BY: Administration
REQUEST:
As discussed at the Work Session on May 27, 2025 Work Session, the Harnett County
Board of Commissioners would like to appoint Amanda Reagan, District 2, to the
Harnett County Planning Board.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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MEETING DATE: June 2, 2025
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Enterprise Fleet Management Discussion
REQUESTED BY: Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
REQUEST:
Presentation on May 27th work session by Devon Moore, Account Executive with
Enterprise Fleet Management.
The discussion will center primarily around the County entering into an agreement
with Enterprise Fleet Management to provide only law enforcement vehicles for the
County.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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July August September October November December Jauary 2023 February March April May June Totals
Children's Services
CPS Reports Received 114 149 166 165 147 131 139 145 162 163 1481
Reports Accepted 53 76 92 83 70 76 64 89 94 88 785
Total children in CPS cases 280 294 346 330 372 321 282 311 350 393 327.90
Total children in Plc/Custody 228 237 246 238 230 230 229 206 204 204 225.2
FC Money expended $259,372.07 223,498.66$ 246,161.38$ 237,190.93$ 252,205.24$ 247,635.51$ 241,380.24$ 241,204.24$ 235,511.84$ 225,253.01$ $2,409,413.12
Adult Services
APS Reports Received 16 23 24 26 18 21 18 11 30 15 202
# of trips scheduled 655 614 476 592 564 539 547 488 493 527 5,495
Total Cases 172 166 194 201 200 198 162 189 206 212 190
Work First
Energy Expenditures $66,552.00 $138,359.12 $27,209.61 $35,458.56 $34,820.00 $282,580.00 $233,800.00 $98,600.00 $5,700.00 $6,000.00 $929,079.29
Total cases 102 106 104 105 98 98 98 99 99 98 100.7
Food & Nutrition Services
Apps In/Approved 542 829/450 782/467 962/558 567/295 521/294 860/529 652/389 686/419 759/493 542
Total Cases (households)8,968 8312 8537 8,775 8,630 9,031 9,001 8,969 8,938 8,521 8,768
Benefits Issued $2,647,875.00 $3,447,822.00 $3,042,955.00 $3,162,052.00 $3,240,449.00 $3,271,768.00 $3,198,309.00 $3,171,231.00 $3,157,135.00 $3,067,565.00 $31,407,161.00
Timeliness 96.73%97.48%95.10%93.65%98.66%98.41%98.26%97.69%99.42%98.03%97.34%
Adult Medicaid
Apps In/Approved 95 180/68 146/79 222/109 233/85 176/53 242/73 138/80 139/78 173/85 95
Total Cases 12,058 10,872 10,948 10,774 10,662 10,548 10,610 10,694 10,602 10,814 10,858
Family & Children's Medicaid
Apps In/Approved 343 539/307 483/285 633/270 126/377 819/383 752/429 501/280 514/291 514/246 343
Total Cases 43,731 39,183 38,025 30,980 30,968 30,968 38,314 39,699 39,521 39,668 371,057
Medicaid Timeliness 98.0%96%97%95.50%97.70%96.00%97.00%95.70%97.20%97.00%97%
Fraud Total Collections $69,644.76 $42,739.46 $24,371.89 $16,759.09 $16,318.82 $14,824.59 $20,396.57 $21,069.31 $22,982.52 $16,968.00 $266,075.01
ChildCare
Children Served 833 823 799 773 757 755 748 736 699 701 762
Total Expenditures $565,335.00 $456,618.00 $554,892.00 $523,108.00 $497,390.00 $487,722.00 $458,778.00 $483,914.00 $462,247.00 $447,558.00 $4,937,562.00
HC providers 61 61 61 61 61 61 61 61 61 61
Child Support
Total Collections $801,974 $794,951 $804,180 $813,871 $768,070.00 $820,135.00 $778,391.00 $730,270.00 $837,770.00 $843,128.00 $7,992,740.00
Total Cases 4083 4046 4025 4030 4020 4018 3990 3991 3963 3968 4,013
Harnett County DSS Monthly Report Totals 2024-25
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