Item:
Title
Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 27BCC014 Public Health to Recognize $233,176 from NC DHHS Division of Public Health’s Local and Community Support Section for Local Workforce Development
Body
Date of BOCC Meeting: August 24, 2026
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 27BCC014 Public Health to Recognize $233,176 from NC DHHS Division of Public Health’s Local and Community Support Section for Local Workforce Development
Through efforts to recruit and retain highly qualified staff, these funds will support the foundational service areas and core functions of Durham County Public Health. Core functions include: (1) preventing the spread of communicable disease, (2) ensuring food, air, and water quality are safe, (3) supporting maternal and child health, (4) improving access and linkages to clinical care services, and (5) preventing chronic disease and injury. The additional $233,176 for local workforce development will bring the total funds allocated for these projects to $640,608 as $407,432 is already included in the FY 26-27 approved budget.
Please note that this amendment requires no additional County funds.
The Board of Health has approved this amendment.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Durham County Strategic Goal: Healthy Community.
Resource Persons: Dr. Rodney Jenkins, DrPH, MHA, Public Health Director
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 27BCC014 Public Health to Recognize $233,176 from NC DHHS Division of Public Health’s Local and Community Support Section for Local Workforce Development
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________