Social Services Board Information

DSS Board Composition and Appointments

The Davidson County Department of Social Services is governed by a five-member Board of Directors. Two of the seats are appointed by the State DSS Board, two seats are appointed by the Davidson County Board of County Commissioners, and one seat is appointed by the DSS Board itself.  The DSS Director reports to this Board.

DSS Board Meetings

Time Date Location
4:00 pm 4th Monday of each month (except May and December) Davidson County Governmental Center                                            (913 Greensboro Street, Lexington) - 4th Floor

DSS Board Members

Name Title Appointment Type
Commissioner Karen Watford Chairman Board of Co. Commissioners
Commisioner Tripp Kester Board Member Board of Commission 
Caleb Sink Board Member Social Service Commission
Doug Hunt Board Member DSS Board



Attending the DSS Board meeting

Any person who who has a disability that requires an accommodation to attend should call at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at 336-242-2562 to determine what options may be arranged. 

Board Members

Board Vacancy - NC Social Service Commission Appointment - Nominations accepted April 1- May 1, 2026  Nomination form can be accessed on the Web at: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/application-county-boards-social-services/download?attachment or by contacting the DSS office