The recent government meeting commenced with an invocation from Pastor Philip Brand of Farmington Baptist Church, who highlighted the impactful community event held at Davie High School, organized by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). The event drew an impressive crowd of approximately 600 attendees and resulted in 150 students making commitments to their faith, which Pastor Brand emphasized could significantly influence both the school and the wider community.

Pastor Brand expressed gratitude for the collaborative efforts of local churches in supporting the FCA and acknowledged the hard work of county officials in striving to improve the community. He articulated a shared vision of enhancing the county, noting the importance of unity among different community sectors.

Following the invocation, the meeting proceeded with the Pledge of Allegiance, which included a tribute to a veteran leading the pledge, underscoring the meeting's commitment to honoring service and community values. The gathering reflected a strong sense of community engagement and the role of faith-based organizations in fostering positive change within the county.