Item:
Title
Public Hearing – To Consider Renaming the County Administrative II Building after William V. “Bill” Bell (30min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: September 8, 2025
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to hold a public hearing to consider renaming the County Administrative II Building after William V. “Bill” Bell, former County Commissioner. During this public hearing, the Board will hear public comments, provide additional feedback and consider the request.
The Board received a presentation from the Naming Committee at the May 5, 2025, Work Session which outlined the application process and recommendations.
A public hearing was held on August 25, 2025, where the Board did not take action on the recommendation proposed by the Naming Committee. At that time, the Board requested a second public hearing to consider naming the Administration II Building after William V. “Bill” Bell.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with all strategic priorities of Durham County.
Resource Persons: Larissa Williamson, County Attorney; Deborah Craig-Ray, Chief Communications Officer; Motiryo Keambiroiro, Director of General Services; Kathy Everett-Perry, Chief Human Resources Officer; Shannon Trapp, Director of Community Partnership and Engagement and Monica Wallace, Clerk to the Board.
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board hold a public hearing to consider renaming the County Administrative II Building after William V. “Bill” Bell, former County Commissioner.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________