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Announcements (5min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: May 11, 2026
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1. Mental Health Resource Fair - Join the Durham County Department of Public Health for a free Mental Health Resource Fair on May 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Durham County Human Services Building (414 E. Main St.). Connect with local organizations, learn about available support services, and discover tools to help manage stress and chronic conditions. Get informed, feel empowered, and take a step toward better mental and physical health. All are welcome. Questions? Contact Yvonne Reza at 919-560-7223.
2. Free NC Voter Photo ID Outreach Event - Durham County Board of Elections staff will be at the Southwest Regional Library on May 16 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. to issue free NC Voter Photo ID Cards, assist with voter registration, and answer any voting or election-related questions. Learn more at <https://www.dcovotes.dconc.gov/public-information/community-events>.
3. Durham County Library Closed on May 14 - All Durham County Library locations will be closed on Thursday, May 14, for Staff Development Day. The online catalog will also be unavailable due to scheduled software updates. All locations will reopen on Friday, May 15. For normal operating hours, visit <https://durhamcountylibrary.org/>.
4. Memorial Day Remembrance Event - Durham County Veteran Services invites all residents and visitors to attend its annual Memorial Day Remembrance Event on Monday, May 25, at 9 a.m. in room 126 inside the William V. Building (201 E. Main St.). The event is free, seating will be available, and light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 919-560-8387 or email veteranservices@dconc.gov <mailto:veteranservices@dconc.gov>.
5. Stay Informed with “In Touch with Durham County”! - The May episode of “In Touch with Durham County” features Durham County Department of Public Health Director Dr. Rodney Jenkins sharing the latest measles updates and prevention guidance, plus Executive Director of Student U, Elena Maina, who shares an in‑depth look at a major educational partnership shaping Durham’s future. Watch the full episode here: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpLxPS10Zps>.
6. County to Observe Memorial Day 2026 - Durham County Government will close most offices in observance of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026. All County offices will reopen with their normal hours of operation on Tuesday, May 26. To learn about the impact on specific services, please visit our website at www.dconc.gov.