# 9.8.26 Commissioners' Meeting (9am)

The Nash County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on September 8, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a temporary moratorium on new data center developments to allow time for regulatory review, reflecting community concerns about environmental and health impacts. The board also held public hearings and approved the purchase of two properties for Nash Community College, totaling approximately $2.625 million, with some debate over the price and budget priorities. Additionally, the board approved a subdivision waiver request, several change orders related to county building renovations including the Nash County Med Park and Recreation Center projects, and an oversize water main agreement with East Coast Timberland Incorporated. Budget amendments were approved to reallocate unspent funds, grant matching funds for local parks, and opioid settlement fund expenditures. The board also authorized the disposal of surplus county property with priority offered to Nash County Public Schools. Other items included approval of ambulance franchise agreements and acceptance of a wastewater system improvement grant. The meeting concluded with a discussion on the Unified Development Ordinance update schedule and a closed session for economic development and personnel matters.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Education
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 08, 2026

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- [9.8.26 Commissioners' Meeting (9am)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EREjvkWVZ5U) - Nash County, NC