FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – The following is summary of the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Agenda Session held at 1 p.m. on Dec. 11, 2025, in Room 564 the Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse. Agendas and supporting materials are available at www.cumberlandcountync.gov/commissioners.
Chairman Kirk deViere led the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
1. AGENDA
The Board voted unanimously to approve the agenda with the following changes:
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Removed Item 3N, Manchester Fire District, from open discussion and added it to Closed Session for attorney-client privilege pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3).
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Removed Item 3O, Proactive Inc. Contract.
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Removed Item 6B, Airport Corridor Master Plan.
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Added a Closed Session to discuss attorney-client matters pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3).
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the Nov. 13, 2025, Agenda Session.
3. CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA ITEMS
The Board moved the following items to the Dec. 15, 2025, Regular Meeting Consent Agenda unless otherwise noted.
A. Memorial Bench for Jen Doyle
Internal Services Director Jeremy Stefanko presented a proposal for a memorial bench honoring Wellness Coordinator Jen Doyle, who passed away in July 2025. The donated bench will be placed in the Employee Garden. The Board unanimously supported the item.
B. RFP #26-15-ADM Unhoused Support Center
Assistant County Manager Heather Skeens provided an update on two responsive proposals from Family Endeavors and Manna Church. The Board requested additional clarification regarding the bids. Staff will continue to gather information for discussion at a future meeting. No action was taken.
C. 911 Public Safety User Survey
Following a joint meeting with the Fayetteville City Council on Nov. 13, staff was directed to develop user surveys. Emergency Services Director Garry Crumpler presented a draft framework for the survey. The Board unanimously approved the framework and directed staff to coordinate with the City of Fayetteville and present survey results at the Jan. 15 Agenda Session.
D. Formal Bid Award Contract Approval for Ground Mosquito Control Services Stand-By Contract
The Board unanimously awarded IFB 26-20-CTY to Noosa Pest Management LLC as the sole responsive bidder for disaster-related ground mosquito control services and authorized the County Manager to sign the contract and any amendments.
E. Formal Bid Award Contract Approval for Aerial Mosquito Control Services Stand-By Contract
The Board unanimously awarded IFB 26-9-CTY to Allen Aviation Inc. and authorized the County Manager to sign the contract and any amendments.
F. Bid Award for Agricultural Center Roof Replacement Project
The project consists of removing and replacing approximately 12,579 square feet of low-slope roofing at the Cumberland County Agricultural Center, located at 301 East Mountain Dr. The Board unanimously approved the $142,712 bid from WxTite, LLC.
G. Interlocal Agreement with Harnett County for Water Treatment Plant and Regional Potable Water Infrastructure Evaluation
Following discussions at a recent Infrastructure Committee meeting and the Sept. 15 Board meeting, General Manager for Natural Resources Amanda Lee presented a water collaboration summary addressing regional potable water needs, treatment capacity and transmission limitations. The Board unanimously voted to receive the draft interlocal agreement for review at a future meeting.
H. Request for Public Hearing for the Purpose of Receiving Comments from Property Owners in the Proposed East Central Water and Sewer District
The Public Utilities Department requested the establishment of a water and sewer district in the East Central community to pursue grants and low-interest loans. The Board unanimously approved holding a public hearing Jan. 20, 2026, pursuant to NCGS 162A-86.
I. Request for Public Hearing for the Purpose of Receiving Comments from Property Owners in the Proposed Cedar Creek Water and Sewer District
The Public Utilities Department requested the establishment of a water and sewer district for the Cedar Creek community. The board unanimously approved holding a public hearing Jan. 20, 2026, pursuant to NCGS 162A-86.
J. Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Professional Design Services for Cedar Creek Area Water System
Six firms responded to the RFQ to provide engineering services for the development and construction of a public water system in the Cedar Creek area. The Board unanimously selected Weston & Sampson as the most qualified firm and authorized staff to negotiate scope and cost for a future contract.
K. Amendment to Contract for Professional Auditing Services for Fiscal Year 2025
Due to a federal delay in releasing the Office of Management and Budget 2025 Compliance Supplement, the audit submission deadline has been extended to Feb. 12, 2026. The Board unanimously approved a contract amendment reflecting the new deadline with no change in cost.
L. Lilian Black Elementary School Purchase Update
In June, Cumberland County Schools accepted the County’s offer to purchase the Lillian Black Elementary School in Spring Lake. The school was originally built in 1938 and closed in 2022. County Manager Clarence Grier presented cost estimates and considerations for use of the former school property. No action was taken.
M. Gillespie Street Site - Next Steps
Following a recent community input survey, the County Manager presented options for the vacant Gillespie Street site. Due to a pending Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) permit expiration, staff recommended temporarily converting the site to green space. No action was taken.
N. Manchester Fire District This item was moved to a Closed Session by unanimous vote.
O. Proactive, Inc. Contract This item was removed by unanimous vote.
P. Elimination of Ad Hoc Committees
The Board unanimously voted to eliminate the following ad hoc committees, with future project updates to be presented to the full board:
4. OTHER ITEMS
There were no other items of business.
5. MONTHLY REPORTS
The Board unanimously accepted the following reports:
A. Financial Report
B. Health Insurance Update
C. Grants Update
D. Capital Improvement Project
7. COMMISSIONER REQUESTS
A. Master Plan for Crown Complex Area - Sports and Entertainment
The Board unanimously directed the County Manager to research consultant options for developing a Crown Complex master plan and present recommendations at a future meeting.
B. Airport Corridor Master Plan This item was removed by unanimous vote.
8. CLOSED SESSION
The Board entered Closed Session to discuss:
No action was taken following Closed Session.
Vice Chairwoman Veronica Jones used a point of personal privilege to wish Chairman deViere’s son a happy birthday.
The Board adjourned the meeting at 5:22 p.m.
The next Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting will be held Dec. 15 at 6:45 p.m. in Room 118 of the Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse.
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