Wake Forest, NC
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Wake ForestNC averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $513,720 -1.2% yr/yr · +23.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$103.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$87.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$57.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$33.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,764 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025908 housing units ($135.7M)
🗳️ Election results (1 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2025-11-04
Ben Clapsaddle ✓ 231 · Vivian Jones 87 · Write-In (Miscellaneous)
Recent meetings
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Board to consider dam improvements construction contract
The Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially approve a construction contract for the Wake Forest Reservoir (Wake-176) Dam Improvements. The meeting also includes interviews to fill a board vacancy. All items are listed for discussion and possible action.
- Presentation and possible approval of the Wake Forest Dam Improvements construction contract
- Interviews for Board of Commissioners vacancy
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session
Meeting Agenda
June 23, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the age …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Board will approve FY 2026‑2027 budget and several tax and annexation resolutions
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners will consider and vote on the FY 2026‑2027 Budget Ordinance. It will also act on multiple consent‑agenda items, including tax‑levying authorizations for Wake and Franklin Counties, acceptance of new streets for town maintenance, and a petition to annex 2.97 acres at 3832 Rogers Road. Additional items include a transportation capital reserve fund ordinance and a resolution to surplus Sergeant Cashwell’s badge and service weapon.
- Approval of Budget Ordinance #6 for FY 2025‑2026 (final) and consideration of FY 2026‑2027 Budget Ordinance
- Resolution authorizing Wake County Tax Administrator to levy and collect property taxes and stormwater fees for FY 2026‑2027
- Resolution authorizing Franklin County Tax Administrator to levy and collect property taxes for FY 2026‑2027
- Resolution to accept streets into the Town of Wake Forest street system for maintenance
- Resolution to schedule a public hearing and certify sufficiency for a contiguous annexation petition for 3832 Rogers Road (approximately 2.97 acres)
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners
Meeting Agenda
June 16, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the agenda or submit …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Board reviews proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and new e-bike regulations
The work session includes discussion of proposed ordinances regulating electric scooters, e-bikes, and skateboards, plus a new impoundment ordinance for micromobility devices. The board will also review the proposed FY 2026-2027 operating budget and April financial summaries. Other items include a draft agenda for the June 16 regular meeting and discussion of a vacant commissioner seat. A closed session is scheduled under NCGS 143-318.11(3).
- Ordinance amending Chapter 30 on motorized scooters, e-bikes, and civil penalties
- Proposed new ordinance for impoundment of e-bikes and micromobility devices
- Discussion of FY 2026-2027 Proposed Annual Operating Budget
- Discussion of April Financial Summaries
- Discussion of BOC vacant seat
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session
Meeting Agenda
June
2, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the age …
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Thu May 21, 2026
Board of Adjustment
Board to vote on appeal of Planning Director's interpretation
The Wake Forest Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss and possibly adopt an appeal order upholding the Planning Director's January 16, 2026 interpretation (BOA-26-01) and orders of denial (BOA-25-06). The agenda also includes approval of minutes, staff comments, and board comments.
- Approval of BOA-26-01 Appeal Order upholding the Planning Director's January 16, 2026 interpretation
- Approval of BOA-25-06 Orders of Denial
- Approval of minutes from April 16, 2026
- Public Comment period for non-agenda items (no public hearings listed)
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Call to Order
2.
Adoption of Agenda
3.
Approval of Minutes
3.A
Approval of Minutes
Wake Forest Board of Adjustment
Meeting Agenda
May 21, 2026 at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the Town of
Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its
services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special equipment is available for use
during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective
communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of Town
of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Ella Dowtin
at 919-435-9432 as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Adjustment Meetings
All Board of Adjustment meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are also aired
online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting videos are also
provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Adjustment
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the Friday prior to
the third Tuesday of …
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Tue May 19, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Wake Forest Board discusses annexation and proposed annual budget
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a contiguous annexation for Ritchie Family Properties and the proposed FY 2026-2027 Annual Operating Budget. The agenda also includes several proclamations and an amendment to the current fiscal year's budget ordinance.
- Public hearing on a 7.76-acre contiguous annexation at 1313 N White Street
- Public hearing for the proposed FY 2026-2027 Annual Operating Budget
- Approval of Budget Ordinance Amendment #5 - FY 2026-2027
- Resolution recognizing Katherine Tharrington on retirement
- Proclamations for National Senior Health and Fitness Day, Chronic Illness & Medical Advocacy Awareness Month, and Tourette's Syndrome Day
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners
Meeting Agenda
May 19, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the agenda or submit …
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Tue May 5, 2026
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Board to discuss proposed FY 2026-2027 operating budget
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2026-2027 Annual Operating Budget, review March financial summaries, and consider the draft agenda for the May 19 regular meeting. No final votes are expected; this is a discussion session.
- Presentation and discussion of the proposed FY 2026-2027 Annual Operating Budget
- Discussion of financial summaries for March 2026
- Review of draft agenda for the May 19, 2026 Board of Commissioners regular meeting
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session
Meeting Agenda
May
5, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the agen …
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Board to vote on financing for Fire Station 6, annexation, settlements
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners will consider approval of an installment purchase financing agreement for Fire Station 6, as well as several consent agenda items including a contiguous annexation petition for 1313 N White Street, a resolution supporting the July 4th Children's Parade street closure, a settlement in Schooldev v. Wake Forest, and joining a multi-defendant opioid settlement. Several ceremonial proclamations and routine reports are also on the agenda.
- Approval of resolution authorizing installment purchase financing for Fire Station 6 (item 8.A)
- Resolution to schedule public hearing for contiguous annexation of 7.76 acres at 1313 N White Street (item 5.A)
- Resolution to settle all remaining issues in Schooldev v. Wake Forest (item 5.D)
- Resolution to join opioid settlement agreement against six remnant defendants (item 5.E)
- Proclamations for Building Safety Month, Municipal Clerks Week, Earth Day, National Bike Month, and Arbor Day (items 3.A-3.E)
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners
Meeting Agenda
April 21, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the agenda or submi …
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Thu Apr 16, 2026
Board of Adjustment
Board to hear Joyner Property variance and appeal
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two items related to the Joyner Property: an appeal of an administrative decision concerning a roadway between open space, and variance requests (BOA-25-06). The board may take action on both quasi-judicial items.
- Public Hearing and Consideration of an Appeal of an Administrative Decision related to the Joyner Property-Roadway Between Open Space Administrator Interpretation
- Public Hearing and Consideration of QUASI-JUDICIAL ITEM BOA-25-06 – Variance Requests for Joyner Property
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Call to Order
2.
Adoption of Agenda
3.
Approval of Minutes
3.A
Approval of Minutes
Wake Forest Board of Adjustment
Meeting Agenda
April 16, 2026 at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the Town of
Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its
services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special equipment is available for use
during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective
communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of Town
of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Ella Dowtin
at 919-435-9432 as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Adjustment Meetings
All Board of Adjustment meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are also aired
online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting videos are also
provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Adjustment
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the Friday prior to
the third Tuesday …
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Tue Apr 7, 2026
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Board discusses proposed Ligon Mill Road extension from Grove 98 to Stadium Drive
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners holds a work session to discuss and consider several agenda items, including presentations and proposed policies. Key discussions include a proposed extension of Ligon Mill Road, a downtown traffic study contract, and policies on statues/monuments and facility naming rights. The board will also consider renaming Taylor Street Park and review the monthly financial report.
- Presentation on proposed extension of Ligon Mill Road from Grove 98 through Durham Road to Stadium Drive
- Presentation of a contract to perform a Downtown Traffic Study
- Consideration of Statues and Monuments Policy
- Consideration of Sponsorship and Facility Naming Rights Policy
- Consideration to change Taylor Street Park name
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session
Meeting Agenda
April
7, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the ag …
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Planning Board Special "Called" Work Session
Planning Board to hear Sustainability Plan presentation
The Wake Forest Planning Board will hold a special work session to receive a presentation on the Sustainability Plan. The item is listed for discussion and possible action. No other business is on the agenda.
- Sustainability Plan Presentation – discussion and possible action
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Meeting Agenda
March 18, 2026 at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the Town of
Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its
services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special equipment is available for use
during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective
communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of Town
of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Ella Dowtin
at 919-435-9432 as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Planning Board Meetings
All Planning Board meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are also aired online on
the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting videos are also provided and
available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Planning Board
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the Friday prior to the
third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies o …
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Tue Mar 17, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Rezoning of .46 acres at 810-814 S. Main St. from residential to business
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning of .46 acres at 810 and 814 S. Main St. from General Residential 3 to Neighborhood Business. A second public hearing will address installment financing for the construction of Fire Station 6. The consent agenda includes approvals for vehicle and equipment purchases, a budget amendment, and resolutions to surplus badges and service weapons of two police officers.
- Public hearing and consideration of rezoning RZ-25-02 for 810 & 814 S. Main St.
- Public hearing on installment financing for Fire Station 6 construction.
- Approval of resolution for installment purchase agreement for FY 26 equipment and vehicles.
- Budget Ordinance Amendment #4 for FY 2025-2026.
- Resolutions to surplus badge and service weapon of Officer Michael Lawson and Captain Matt Perkinson.
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners
Meeting Agenda
March 17, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the agenda or submi …
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Board reviews rezoning of 810 & 814 S. Main St. and several policy proposals
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners will discuss a rezoning request (Legislative Case RZ-25-02) for .46 acres at 810 and 814 South Main Street, changing the zoning from General Residential 3 and Richland Creek Watershed Management Area to Neighborhood Business while retaining the watershed district. The board will also consider a Sponsorship and Facility Naming Rights Policy and a Statues and Monuments Policy. Presentations will be given on the Ailey Young House Heritage Site/NE Gateway Park concept and on the Local Erosion & Sedimentation Control Program MOA update. A monthly financial report for January will be reviewed.
- Legislative Case RZ-25-02: rezoning .46 acres at 810 & 814 S. Main St. from GR3 and RC‑WMA to Neighborhood Business and RC‑WMA
- Consideration of Sponsorship and Facility Naming Rights Policy
- Consideration of Statues and Monuments Policy
- Presentation of the Ailey Young House Heritage Site/NE Gateway Park Concept Plan
- Presentation on Local Erosion & Sedimentation Control Program MOA update
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session
Meeting Agenda
March
3, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the ag …
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Board considers 2026 Municipal Service District extension
The Board will hold public hearings on a contiguous annexation (Villas at Wake Forest Crossing LLC, 2.36 acres at 12751 and 12739 Wake Union Church Road) and the 2026 Municipal Service District Extension. Under consent, it will vote on a citizen advisory board appointment, surplus of Lieutenant Jeremy Morris's badge and weapon, and a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to execute the construction contract for Fire Station 6. The Board will also consider approval of a financing agreement for Fire Station 6 and receive monthly reports, a tax report, and a CIP quarterly update. A closed session is scheduled under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(5).
- Public hearing on contiguous annexation at 12751 and 12739 Wake Union Church Road (2.36 acres, PINs 1831869237 and 1831868329)
- Public hearing on 2026 Municipal Service District Extension
- Consent agenda: approval of resolution to surplus badge and service weapon of Lieutenant Jeremy Morris
- Consent agenda: resolution authorizing Town Manager to execute construction portion of contract for Fire Station 6
- Consideration of resolution authorizing application for financing agreement under NCGS 160A-20 for Fire Station 6
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners
Meeting Agenda
February 17, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the agenda or su …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Planning Board
Rezoning request for two S. Main St. parcels from residential to neighborhood business
The Planning Board will consider a rezoning application (RZ-25-02) for 0.46 acres at 810 and 814 S. Main St., proposing a change from General Residential 3 (GR3) and Richland Creek Watershed Management Area District (RC-WMA) to Neighborhood Business (NB) and RC-WMA. The board will also appoint a chair and vice chair. Other items include adoption of agenda, approval of minutes, and public comment periods.
- Consideration of Legislative Case RZ-25-02: Rezone 810 and 814 S. Main St. (PINs 1840381862, 1840381744) from GR3/RC-WMA to NB/RC-WMA
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair of the Planning Board
- Approval of draft minutes from December 9, 2025
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Adoption of Agenda
3.
Approval of Minutes
3.A
Approval of Minutes
Wake Forest Planning Board
Meeting Agenda
February 10, 2026 at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the Town of
Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its
services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special equipment is available for use
during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective
communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of Town
of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Ella Dowtin
at 919-435-9432 as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Planning Board Meetings
All Planning Board meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are also aired online on
the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting videos are also provided and
available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Planning Board
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the Friday prior to the
third Tuesday of each month. Cit …
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Board to consider Fire Station 6 construction contract resolution
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners holds a work session to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including a resolution authorizing the construction contract for Fire Station 6, a review of December financial summaries, and updates to the Special Event Policy. The board will also consider a resolution to support development of the S-Line Rail Corridor with local funding for a federal grant, and will interview candidates to fill a vacant board seat.
- Resolution to authorize Town Manager to execute Fire Station 6 construction contract
- Discussion of December 2025 financial summaries
- Consideration of Town of Wake Forest Special Event Policy update
- Resolution to support S-Line Rail Corridor development and provide local funding for federal Mobility Hub grant
- Interview and possible selection to fill vacant Board of Commissioners seat
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session
Meeting Agenda
February
3, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the …
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Board to consider 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan update
The Board will vote on the consent agenda, including an annexation petition, a traffic signal contract, and several traffic-related ordinances. They will also consider appointments to the Board of Adjustment and the election of a Mayor Pro-tem. A presentation on the JustServe Town Award and introduction of Board of Adjustment candidates are scheduled.
- Annexation petition for 2.36 acres at 12731 and 12739 Wake Union Church Road by The Villas at Wake Forest Crossing LLC
- Approval of Forestville Road/Coach Lantern Traffic Signal contract
- Ordinances regulating motorized scooters, e-bikes, ATVs, and handicapped parking
- Consideration of 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) update
- Election of a Mayor Pro-tem and appointments to citizen boards
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners
Meeting Agenda
January 20, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the agenda or sub …
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Fri Jan 16, 2026
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Board discusses power, demographics, and upcoming retreat
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review several topics. Presentations include a public‑power overview from ElectriCities and Wake Forest Power, a discussion of special events and strategic planning, and a review of town demographics and trends. The session also includes a discussion of a vacant board seat and updates on the upcoming annual retreat. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Public Power Overview (ElectriCities)
- Public Power Overview (Wake Forest Power – operation, budget, ten‑year plan)
- Special Events Discussion/Strategic Plan update
- Demographics and Trends presentation
- Vacant Board Seat discussion
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session
Meeting Agenda
January 16, 2026 – at
9:00 AM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the …
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Board discusses Pate Property conservation easement and several traffic ordinances
At a work session, the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners will discuss a conservation easement for the Pate Property, amendments to ordinances on motorized scooters/e-bikes and handicapped parking, and an update to the Capital Improvements Plan for FY 2026-2031. They will also review the monthly financial report and consider extending the Municipal Service District. All items are for discussion and possible action.
- Discussion of Pate Property Conservation Easement
- Ordinance amending scooter, e-bike, pedestrian right-of-way, and helmet requirements
- Ordinance amending handicapped parking spaces regulations
- Ordinance amending traffic schedules including NC 98 speed limit
- Introduction of 2026 Municipal Service District Extension
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Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session
Meeting Agenda
January
6, 2026 – at
6:00 PM
All items listed are for discussion and possible action.
Notice
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
the Town of Wake Forest will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis
of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For individuals with impaired hearing, special
equipment is available for use during meetings in the Town Hall board chambers. Anyone who requires
an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to
participate in a program, service, or activity of Town of Wake Forest should contact the office of ADA
Coordinator
Mickey Rochelle
at 919-435-9455 or Town Clerk
Evelyn Wright
at 919-435-9432 as soon
as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Cable & Online Broadcast of Board of Commissioners Meetings
All Board of Commissioners meetings are broadcast live on
WFTV 10
beginning at 6 p.m. Meetings are
also aired online on the
Public Meetings Portal
on the
Town of Wake Forest website.
Archived meeting
videos are also provided and available for one year after the original air date.
Meeting Agendas
The
Board of Commissioners
meeting agenda is available to be viewed and downloaded by noon on the
Friday prior to the third Tuesday of each month. Citizens may request copies of the …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $505.5M | POWERSECURE, INC. Department of Defense · IGF::CT::IGF DETAILED SURVEY AND REPORT TO DETERMINE THE DESTRUCTION A |
| $7.7M | RELIANCE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT COMPANY Department of State · MAINTENANCE&REPAIR PROJECTS - ALGIERS, NAIROBI |
| $3.9M | RELIANCE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT COMPANY Department of Defense · HIGH-ALTITUDE ELECTROMAGNETIC PULSE (HEMP) HARDNESS MAINTENANCE AND HA |
| $2.9M | THE INNOVATIVE NONPROFIT SOLUTIONS GROUP LLC Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::OT::IGF - REF. NO. 283-17-0514, "GRANT REVIEWER HONORARIUM" |
| $2.8M | 0 BASE DESIGN, LLC Department of Defense · SPECTRUM ATTENUATION REPORTING SENSOR SYSTEM |
| $2.6M | RELIANCE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT COMPANY Department of Defense · SURGE SUPPRESSION LPS |
| $2.1M | RELIANCE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT COMPANY Department of Health and Human Services · UPGRADE BUILDING 16 SWITCHBOARD AND CONTROLS |
| $1.7M | RELIANCE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT COMPANY Department of Defense · BLDG 5060 C2 FACILITY IMPROVEMENT |
| $1.5M | RELIANCE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT COMPANY Department of Health and Human Services · UPS BATTERIES BLDG 17 |
| $1.3M | RELIANCE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT COMPANY Department of Health and Human Services · SWITCHGEAR AND GENERATOR PLC |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Wake County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+6,950 people (+$363.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)11 ({"Hurricane": 11, "Snowstorm": 3, "Severe Storm": 3, "Severe · last Sat Jan 24, 2026)
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments33,873 (556,250 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,763/mo (253 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy14.2% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$103.0M
Annual budget
$33.7M
Debt outstanding
908
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$103.0M
Spending$87.6M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$33.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.33×
Debt-load index33 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.