FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – The following is a summary of the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting held at on June 15, 2026, at 6:45 p.m. in Room 118 of the Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse. Agendas and supporting materials are available at www.cumberlandcountync.gov/commissioners.
Chairman Kirk deViere called for a moment of silence to honor the life and service of School Board Chairwoman Judy Musgrave, who passed away on June 13.
Commissioner Marshall Faircloth led the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENTATIONS
There were no presentations for this meeting.
RECOGNITIONS
Special Recognition
Commissioner Henry Tyson and his wife, Lynnsey, were recognized for the birth of their child, Darby. The proclamation was presented by Chairman deViere.
A. Col. Chad Mixon, Fort Bragg Garrison Commander
Fort Bragg Garrison Commander Army Col. Chad Mixon was recognized by for his dedication and service to soldiers and families of Fort Bragg and Cumberland County. Col. Mixon concluded his service at Fort Bragg after serving as garrison commander since June 2024. Chairman Kirk deViere presented Col. Mixon with a County crest and proclamation.
B. CPSE Fire Marshal (FM) Designation Kevin Lowther
Fire Marshal Kevin Lowther was recognized for earning the Fire Marshal (FM) designation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence. The FM designation is held by only 338 individuals worldwide, including 31 in North Carolina. Commissioner Henry Tyson presented Mr. Lowther with his designation.
C. PIO Multimedia Content Specialist Harold Fields for ADA Coordinator Certification
Public Information Office (PIO) Multimedia Content Specialist Harold Fields was recognized for completing the ADA Coordinator Certification Program through the University of Missouri's Great Plains ADA Center. The program consists of 41 educational credits focused on disability rights laws, accessibility standards, program accessibility, effective communication, digital accessibility and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Commissioner Pavan Patel presented Mr. Fields with his certificate..
D. Emergency Number Professional (ENP) Certification Sheena Craver
Assistant Telecommunications Manager Sheena Craver was recognized for earning the Emergency Number Professional (ENP) certification through the National Emergency Number Association, a nationally recognized credential that demonstrates advanced knowledge and expertise in emergency communications and 911 operations. Commissioner Henry Tyson presented Ms. Craver with her certificate.
E. Board of Elections Latasha Hill for Achieving the North Carolina Certified Elections Director Certification
Cumberland County Board of Elections Administrative Specialist Latasha Hill was recognized by the Board of Commissioners for successfully earning the North Carolina State Board of Elections Certified Elections Director (CED) certification. Assistant County Manager Tufanna Bradley presented Ms. Hill with her certificate.
F. Sixth Cohort of the Cumberland County Ignite Internship Program
The Board recognized the Cumberland County Ignite Internship Program's sixth cohort. The cohort consists of high school, undergraduate and graduate students. The following interns are placed in various county departments to complete their 10-week summer internship:
-
Julian Alvarado, Sheriff's Office
-
Joshawn Bethea, Human Resources
-
Kendrea Broussard, Public Health
-
Ace Brown, Sheriff's Office
-
Paishance Collins, Department of Social Services
-
Thalya Council, Finance & Risk Management
-
Freddie Cox, Innovation Technology Services
-
Soleil Dekker, Cooperative Extension
-
Hannah Frankart, Human Resources
-
Finn French, Planning & Inspections
-
Karina George, Sheriff's Office
-
Carson Gower, Justice Services
-
Joshua Graves, Sheriff's Office
-
Jordan Hawkins, Soil & Water
-
Lynna Hinderaker, Emergency Services
-
Mikayla Henderson, Justice Services
-
Ava Jesus, Library
-
Crystal Jones, Register of Deeds
-
Cody Leach, Tax Administration
-
Mariah Lewis-Pettway, Justice Services
-
Micah Lindberg, Soil & Water
-
Sarah Ludka, Sheriff's Office
-
Aniya Merritt, Engineering
-
Garrett Pfeifer, Solid Waste
-
Kyle Schonegger, Sheriff's Office
-
Riunna Simmons, Library
-
Bryson Smith, Sheriff's Office
-
Hannah Stefanko, Employee Wellness
-
Samuel Washington, Library
-
Justin Williams, Sheriff's Office
-
Jazelle Young, Sheriff's Office
-
Emma Zylka, Human Resources
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
A public comment period was held.
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The Board unanimously approved the agenda, with the following changes:
2. CONSENT AGENDA
The Board unanimously approved the following Consent Agenda items unless otherwise noted:
A. Approval of May 18, 2026 Board of Commissioners' Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Approval of a Proclamation Recognizing Army Col. Chad Mixon
C. Approval of a Proclamation Recognizing Mike Nagowski
D. Approval of a Proclamation Recognizing Amateur Radio Week in Cumberland County
E. Approval of a Proclamation Recognizing Juneteenth in Cumberland County
F. Approval of a Proclamation Recognizing PRIDE Fest in Cumberland County
G. Approval and Adoption of Policy No. 3-14: Policy for Federal Grant De Minimis Indirect Cost
H. Approval to Reject Submissions for A&E Services for the Robins Meadow/ Phoenix Place Transitional and Permanent Supportive Housing Project
I. Approval of Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) FY 2026-2027 Funding Plan
J. Approval of an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Fayetteville for Salvation Army
K. Approval of a Lease Extension with the State of North Carolina
L. Approval to Transfer ARP Freed-Up General Fund Capacity for Unhoused Support Center Provider Contract and Associated Budget Ordinance Amendment B260444
M. Approval of ARPA SLFRF Interest Revenue Transfer and Reappropriation and Associated Budget Ordinance Amendments B260447 and B260457
N. Approval of Formal Bid Award for Public Library Materials and Processing Services
O. Approval of Budget Ordinance Amendments for the June 15, 2026 Board of Commissioners Agenda
P. Approval to Pay Prior Year Invoices
Q. Approval of an Intergovernmental Support Agreement (IGSA) with Fort Bragg for Animal Services
R. Approval of Contract for Agricultural Center Roof Replacement
S. Approval of Bid Award for Crown Coliseum Agricultural Expo Dedicated Boiler
T. Approval of Request for Cumberland County Employee Childcare Center
U. Approval of Board of Elections Memorandum of Understanding Update The item was removed from the Consent Agenda and added as item 4 F under Items of Business,
V. Approval of a Resolution Adopting the Cumberland-Hoke Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
W. Approval of a Contract for Hospital Programs
X. Approval of an Affidavit of Publication for Moratorium Ordinance
Y. Approval of a Settlement Agreement with Ewing Cole
Z. Approval of a Settlement Agreement for Snader v. Sheriff Wright
AA. Approval of Settlement of Damages Claim of Stephanie Rubenstahl
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Issuance of Not to Exceed $40,000,000 of Tax-Exempt Bonds to Finance Health Care Facilities for the Benefit of Cape Fear Valley Health System
A public hearing was held regarding the Cumberland County Hospital System Inc., doing business as Cape Fear Valley Health System's request for the Public Finance Authority to issue tax-exempt bonds to pay, or reimburse the Corporation for paying, a portion of the cost of the construction, expansion, renovation and equipping of a three-story addition to the patient services tower at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
The Board unanimously approved the resolution approving the issuance of bonds and financing of the project.
B. Issuance of not to Exceed $100,000,000 of Tax-Exempt Bonds for the Benefit of Centurion Foundation Melrose Road, LLC
A public hearing was held regarding a request from Centurion Foundation Melrose Road, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company and a disregarded entity for federal tax purposes whose sole member is The Centurion Foundation Inc., a Georgia nonprofit corporation, asking the National Finance Authority to issue tax-exempt bonds to finance a portion of the costs of acquiring, developing, constructing and equipping a medical office building to be located on the campus of Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
The Board unanimously approved the resolution approving the issuance of bonds and financing of the project.
C. CASE # ZON-26-0012
Rezoning request from A1 Agricultural District to R30 Residential District or to a more restrictive zoning district for two parcels comprising approximately 46.30 acres; located southwest of the intersection of Roseway Ct. and Fire Dept Rd.; submitted by Kenneth Smith Jr. (applicant) on behalf of Lydia Rozier (owner).
The Board unanimously remanded the case back to the Joint Planning Board for further review.
D. CASE # ZON-26-0020
Rezoning request from Rezoning request from R6A Residential District to C1(P) Planned Local Business District or to a more restrictive zoning district for a parcel comprising approximately 0.82 acres; located at the southwest corner of Jefferson St. and Main St.; submitted by Steve and Connie Graham (Owners).
The Board unanimously approved the request.
E. CASE # ZON-26-0022
Rezoning request from A1 Agricultural District to R40A Residential District or to a more restrictive zoning district for a parcel comprising approximately 2.73 acres; located at 2472 & 2478 H. Bullard Rd.; submitted by Chris Roberts (Applicant) on behalf of Nita Butt (Owner).
The Board voted 6-1 to approve the rezoning request.
4. ITEMS OF BUSINESS
A. Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Spring Lake and the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District
The Town of Spring Lake currently provides sewer treatment services associated with the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District under existing agreements between the parties. In an effort to address existing sewer billing concerns and clarify future operational responsibilities, staff from both organizations worked collaboratively to develop a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a mutually agreeable framework for sewer billing and maintenance responsibilities.
The Board unanimously approved the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Spring Lake and the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District.
B. Consideration of Schematic Design and Contracts for the Unhoused Support Center
To continue progress toward the Unhoused Support Center tentative completion date of November 2027, schematic design deliverables, approved contracts, a workforce development plan and schematic design budget are required.
The Board voted 5-2 to approve the Phase 2A deliverables.
The Board unanimously approved the contract with Manna Church Dream Center.
The Board voted 6-1 to approve Contract Amendment 4, through the design development phase, with LS3P.
The Board unanimously approved Contract Amendment 2 with Barr and Barr.
C. Consideration of an Extension of Celebration Drive
The Board of Education submitted a resolution requesting that a portion of Celebration Drive near Gray's Creek Middle School be conveyed to Cumberland County Schools.
The Board unanimously approved the request.
D. Consideration of an Implementation of Moratorium on the Issuance of Development Permits for Data Centers
An ordinance presented at the April Agenda Session was rewritten to broaden the scope of data centers to include cryptocurrency mining and similar operations and to clearly state that it does not apply to businesses that use information technology infrastructure incident to conducting business that is a permitted use under the County's zoning ordinance.
The Board unanimously approved a six-month moratorium.
E. Consideration of Proactive's 4th Modification to the Contract
The Board unanimously approved the fourth modification the Proactive MD contract.
F. Approval of Board of Elections Memorandum of Understanding Update This item was moved from Consent Agenda item 2U and moved to Items of Business by unanimous vote.
The Cumberland County Board of Elections and Cumberland County have operated under a Memorandum of Understanding that was last updated in 2000. The revised MOU clarifies operational responsibilities between the County and Board of Elections and modernizes the agreement to reflect current election administration practices and county support services.
The Board voted 5-2 to approve the MOU between Cumberland County and the Cumberland County Board of Elections.
5. NOMINATIONS
There were no nominations for this meeting.
6. APPOINTMENTS
There were no appointments for this meeting.
7. RECESS THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
The Board recessed the Board of Commissioners meeting and convened as the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District Governing Board.
8. CONVENE THE OVERHILLS PARK WATER & SEWER DISTRICT GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Board convened as the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District Governing Board.
A. Consideration of Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Spring Lake and the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District
The Town of Spring Lake currently provides sewer treatment services associated with the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District under existing agreements between the parties. In an effort to address existing sewer billing concerns and clarify future operational responsibilities, staff from both organizations worked collaboratively to develop a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a mutually agreeable framework for sewer billing and maintenance responsibilities.
The Board unanimously approved the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Spring Lake and the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District.
9. ADJOURN THE OVERHILLS PARK WATER & SEWER DISTRICT GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Board adjourned as the Overhills Park Water & Sewer District Governing Board.
10. RECONVENE THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
The Board reconvened as the Board of Commissioners.
11. CLOSED SESSION
There was no Closed Session.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
The next regular Board of Commissioners meeting will be on July 20 at 6:45 p.m. in Room 118 of the Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse.
Board of Commissioners Regular Meetings and Agenda Sessions are livestreamed on the County’s website, YouTube Channel and on CCNCTV Spectrum Channel 5. Cumberland County can be found on social media by searching CCNCGov.