Item:
Title
Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 25BCC091 Appropriating $10,000 of New Hope Fire Tax District Fund Balance and Increasing the Distribution to New Hope Fire Department for the Purchase of Computer Equipment
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Date of BOCC Meeting: June 9, 2025
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 25BCC091 appropriating $10,000 of New Hope Fire Tax District Fund Balance to replace outdated computer equipment. Thess funds will be distributed to the district at their request. The New Hope Fire Department has requested a fund balance distribution to replace computer equipment that can no longer be upgraded and must be replaced for the department to be able to continue with their current reporting platform and other office functions. The New Hope Fire Department covers a portion of the western edge of Durham County and responds to an average of 120 calls in Durham County annually.
These funds are held in a county-held fund balance for the district. Distribution of this amount is in compliance with Finance’s fiscal policies and ensures that the remaining balance reserve level is sufficient for future needs.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Durham County Strategic Goal: Safe and Resilient Community
Resource Persons: Mark Lockhart, NRP, Director, Office of Emergency Services
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board approves Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 25BCC091 appropriating $10,000 of New Hope Fire Tax District Fund Balance and increasing the distribution to New Hope Fire Department for the purchase of computer equipment.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________