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Announcements (5min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: June 22, 2026
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1. Free Summer Meals for Youth - Durham County youth can get free meals at schools and community sites throughout Durham during the summer months through the SUN Meals Program. The program, from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, provides nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for anyone 18 and under now through July 31. No application, ID, registration, or proof of income is required. Dates and times of operation vary by site. Find a summer meal location near you here: www.dpsnc.net/o/dps/page/summer-meals-program <http://www.dpsnc.net/o/dps/page/summer-meals-program>
2. Summit on Saving Lives - For the past six months, Durham County Government has partnered with the City of Durham to better understand the causes of violence in our community and identify the strategies that make an impact. Now, we’re bringing that work to the community at the Summit on Saving Lives on Wednesday, June 24, from 8:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., a hybrid event to share what we have learned and turn that learning into action. Together with residents, local leaders, and national experts, we will examine local data, weigh the evidence, and align on a focused set of strategies tailored to Durham’s unique challenges and strengths. Registration for in person seating has filled, however; you can watch the entire summit on the City of Durham’s YouTube channel here: <https://www.youtube.com/@CityofDurhamNC/stream>. Find more information on the summit here: <https://www.durhamnc.gov/5556>.
3. Fatherhood Initiative - Durham County Department of Social Services is developing a Fatherhood Program to support fathers involved with Durham County DSS within the Children and Family Services Division. You are invited to help shape services that reflect the needs and experiences of fathers while strengthening their roles as parents, providers, and community members. Take the Fatherhood Survey here: <https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=owBqwQlWwEeywnLYY140I_vaZVeXAWVDgZxici-npnxURFlTWDJFSkkzMDRBRk1LOFhPMzUxR0VCQy4u>. To learn more about the survey and the program contact Child Welfare Social Worker TaQuan Lynch at 919-560-8459.
4. Donut Stop Me Now: DCo Library Donut Crawl - Get out in the community and eat some great donuts (and other treats) this summer with Durham County Library’s Donut Crawl! Pick up your donut tracker from any library location or email Sara Gibson at sgibson@dconc.gov <mailto:sgibson@dconc.gov> and start visiting some great local businesses! The crawl runs through August 1. You’ll earn a completion sticker for each location you visit in Durham. Visit five or more locations and get entered into a final prize drawing for a 4-pack of Durham Bulls tickets! Trackers must be turned in by Saturday, August 8 to be entered. Registration not required. Open to all ages! More info at <https://durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/16828887>.
5. Stay Connected, Stay Informed, Stay In Touch! - Watch the June episode of “In Touch with Durham County”! In this episode, host Deborah Craig-Ray, Durham County’s Chief Communications Officer, welcomes first-time guest Krystal Harris, Director of Community Intervention and Support Services, and introduces Seth Komansky, Durham County’s new Chief EMS Paramedic. Watch the full episode on our YouTube Channel here: <https://youtu.be/OL-eJjSJLg4?si=-N-IPk4ZNVKXo8KA>.