Wake County public meetings in 2020
47 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The meeting agenda consists solely of a COVID-19 press conference held remotely. No other business or items are listed in this document.
- COVID-19 press conference
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year terms. The agenda includes reviewing the annual financial report and approving various board appointments. The board will also consider construction contracts and tax committee recommendations.
- Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year terms
- $587,150 contract for Southeast Raleigh High School generator replacement
- Funding for Early Voting Worker COVID stipends
- Presentation of the 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
- Technical correction to courthouse electrical switchgear contract
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners scheduled a news conference and press announcement. The focus is on preventing the spread of COVID-19 during the Thanksgiving holiday and Black Friday.
- COVID-19 prevention news conference
- Press announcement
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review contracts for courthouse renovations and electrical switchgear replacements. The meeting also includes discussions on affordable housing developments and land acquisitions in Holly Springs. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled for the FY 2022 Community Transportation Program.
- $669,900 construction contract for Wake County Courthouse Family Court and Clerk of Court renovation
- $661,600 contract for electrical switchgear replacements in the Wake County Courthouse
- $237,279 in grant funds for automated fingerprint identification systems for CCBI
- Affordable housing agreements for property at 1317 N. Main St., Holly Springs
- Land acquisition of 41.150 acres on Rex Road in southwestern Wake County
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a remote work session to discuss the Wake Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also included updates regarding economic development and the Upper Neuse River Basin Alliance.
- Wake Comprehensive Plan discussion
- Wake County Economic Development Update
- Upper Neuse River Basin Alliance update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a remote work session to review two items. The meeting includes an update on the 2019-2020 Behavioral Health Update and results from the Open Space and Greenways RFP process.
- 2019-2020 Behavioral Health Update
- Results from Open Space and Greenways RFP Process
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda contains only meeting logistics and a notice for a WakeSUPPORTS press announcement. No specific decisions, proposals, or ordinances are detailed in the text.
Board of Commissioners
The agenda consists of a single press announcement. This item is a press conference regarding the Take Your Shot flu vaccine.
- Take Your Shot Flu Vaccine Press Conference
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners is reviewing a first reading for a 41.150-acre land acquisition on Rex Road. The board will also consider several fund allocations related to the CARES Act and COVID-19 response. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions regarding childcare subsidies and library leasing.
- First reading for a 41.150-acre land acquisition on Rex Road in Holly Springs
- Lease agreement for the Duraleigh Road Community Library at 5800-105 Duraleigh Road
- CARES Act fund allocations for the Board of Elections and COVID response
- Launch of the WakeSupports Childcare Subsidy Program
- MOU between Wake County, Sheriff’s Office, and CCBI
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a remote work session. The agenda includes updates regarding Wake Tech initiatives and the WakeSupports program.
- Update on Wake Tech initiatives
- WakeSupports update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is scheduled to consider several grant appropriations, including CARES Act funds for GoWake Access and funding for the November 2020 General Election. The agenda also includes an amendment to the Tri-Party Agreement regarding PNC Arena.
- CARES Act Grant Funds from NC DOT to Human Services GoWake Access
- Grant funding for the November 2020 General Election
- 6th Amendment to the Tri-Party Agreement Regarding PNC Arena
- Operational support agreement for Strategic National Stockpile receipt
Board of Commissioners
The agenda for the September 29, 2020, meeting contains only information regarding a virtual press conference and press announcement. No legislative or administrative items are listed in the provided text.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a remote work session to discuss several funding topics. This includes the use of Wake ABC funds and CARES Act funding for childcare subsidies.
- Proposed approach to Use of Wake ABC Funds
- CARES Act Funding and Childcare Subsidies
- Healing Transitions Capital Project Request
- Fellowship Home Expansion Project
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider a proposed issuance of up to $26,100,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for The Sussex. The agenda also includes land acquisition in Apex and various funding appropriations for COVID-19 prevention and the Sheriff’s Office.
- Proposed issuance of up to $26,100,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds (The Sussex)
- Land acquisition of 28.811 acres on S. Salem Street in Apex
- Acceptance of NC DHHS funds for COVID-19 infection prevention support
- Appropriation of Edward Byrne Memorial JAG funds for the Wake County Sheriff’s Office
- Contract with United Arts Council to mitigate COVID-19 operational disruptions
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners scheduled a remote media briefing for September 16, 2020. The agenda was limited to a press announcement concerning the 2020 Census.
- 2020 Census press announcement
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a remote work session to discuss the Wake County Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan and South Wake Landfill odor control. The agenda also includes updates on PNC Arena long-term planning and COVID-19 small business support.
- Wake County Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan
- South Wake Landfill Odor Control and Management Plan
- PNC Arena Long-Term Planning and Tri-Party Agreement Update
- COVID-19 Small Business Support Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a first reading for the acquisition of 28.811 acres on S. Salem Street in Apex. The agenda also includes text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance and updates regarding COVID-19 funding.
- Land acquisition of 28.811 acres on S. Salem Street in Apex
- Text amendments regarding Tree and Vegetation Protection Zones and Bona Fide Farm Exemptions
- Acceptance of NC DHHS funds for COVID-19 epidemiology and laboratory capacity
- Professional services contract for the Wake County/GoWake Access Micro-Transit Service Plan
- Relocation of graves from 9833 Sauls Road to Oakwood Cemetery
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing CARES Act funds for public health and protective services. The meeting also includes public hearings on land use amendments and a grave relocation request. Additionally, the board will consider various property transfers and contract awards.
- Authorization of six new full-time employees for COVID-19 response
- Public hearing on tree and vegetation protection zone amendments
- Construction contract award for ESEC Ambulance Training Space Project
- CARES Act funding for Adult and Child Protective Services
- Property transfer to the Board of Education for Swift Creek Elementary School
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a remote work session to discuss several operational topics. Agenda items include updates on the 2020 Board Goals, the CARES Act Funding Plan, and Wake Transit. The board will also review fall election preparations and staffing.
- CARES Act Funding Plan
- Wake Transit Update
- Fall Election Preparations and Staffing
- Update on 2020 Board Goals
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda contains only one item regarding the launch of a Utility Relief Program. No other business or specific details are listed in the document.
- Utility Relief Program Launch
Board of Commissioners
This remote work session includes a conversation with the Sheriff. The Board will also discuss community organization funding.
- Conversation with the Sheriff
- Community Organization Funding
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider various CARES Act funding allocations for homeless populations and election updates. The agenda also includes a land acquisition near Apex Friendship Schools and affordable housing developments in Holly Springs.
- Land acquisition of 5.762 acres near Apex Friendship Schools
- CARES Act funding for homeless populations and transit
- Affordable housing development in Holly Springs
- Public hearing for Bandwidth, Inc. Business Development Grant Agreement
- Adoption of Juneteenth as a paid county holiday
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021 operating budgets, capital improvement projects, and personnel authorization ordinances. The agenda also includes an update on the county's COVID-19 response and CARES Act funding.
- Adoption of FY 2021 Operating Budgets and Capital Improvement Projects
- Land acquisition of 5.762 acres near Apex Friendship Schools campus
- Update on Wake County’s COVID-19 response
- CARES Act funding update
- Subordination of an affordable housing loan for Granite Falls Apartments in Rolesville
Board of Commissioners
This budget work session includes a presentation of the recommended FY 2021 budget. The Board will also review hospitality tax updates and recommendations for the 22nd Amendment. Additionally, there is an update regarding community organization funding.
- FY 2021 Recommended Budget presentation
- Hospitality Tax Updates and 22nd Amendment Recommendations
- FY 2021 Community Organization Funding Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the County Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2021. The agenda also includes other business.
- Public hearing on the County Manager's Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2021
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 budget. The meeting also includes several appointments to various local boards and commissions. The budget hearing process will continue at a reconvened session on June 2, 2020.
- Public Hearing on the County Manager’s Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2021
- Multi-year agreement with Advanced Imaging Systems, Inc. for WCSO permit file management
- Waiver of building permit fees for Operation Coming Home Project
- MOU between NC Association of Fire Chiefs and Wake County
- Tax Committee recommendations for value adjustments and penalty waivers
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a remote budget work session to discuss school system requests. The agenda included reviews of the FY 2021-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and the FY 2020-2021 County Operating Request.
- Wake County Public School System FY 2021-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- Wake County Public School System FY 2020-2021 County Operating Request
- Board of Commissioner Budget Question Follow-Up
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an agreement with the NC Rural Economic Development Center, Inc. This agreement would allow the center to administer a Wake County Small Business Loan Program. This meeting is a continuation of the May 18 regular meeting held remotely.
- Public hearing on an agreement with the NC Rural Economic Development Center, Inc. to administer a Wake County Small Business Loan Program
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation on the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2021. The meeting includes discussions on appropriating emergency funds and CARES Act funds for COVID-19 response. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding an agreement for a small business loan program.
- Presentation of the FY 2021 recommended budget
- Appropriation of emergency funds associated with COVID-19
- Public hearing on a Small Business Loan Program agreement
- Acceptance of CARES Act funds for Ryan White Part C medical services
- Funding agreement for repairs to the Knightdale High School track
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider CARES Act grant funds for the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority and housing services. The agenda also includes discussions on small business assistance and a potential EMS station in Garner. Additionally, the Manager will provide updates on COVID-19 and the 2020 Census.
- CARES Act grant funds for Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority (RDU)
- MOU for a potential EMS station at Timber Drive Elementary School in Garner
- Acceptance of additional CARES Act funds for housing-related services
- Three-year agreement with SHI International Corporation for Microsoft licensing
- Consideration of small business assistance
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a special remote work session to discuss the fiscal year 2021 budget outlook. No other items were listed on the agenda.
- FY2021 Budget Outlook
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review COVID-19 updates and discuss faith-based restrictions. The agenda also includes decisions on affordable housing loans and land acquisition in Cary.
- $3,939,900 construction contract for Community Services Center Renovation Project - Phase II
- Land acquisition of +/- 3.4 acres at 151 High House Road, Cary, NC
- Affordable Housing Development Program (AHDP) loans for multifamily rental housing
- Three-year external auditing services contract with Elliott Davis, PLLC
- N.C. Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Grant submittal for Beech Bluff County Park
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is conducting a budget retreat session. The agenda includes discussions regarding the FY 2021 operating budget, debt and capital updates, and fire tax district updates.
- FY 2021 Operating Budget
- Debt/Capital & CIP Update
- Fire Tax District Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive an update on the county's COVID-19 response and consider appropriating emergency funds related to the pandemic. The agenda also includes bond sale amendments and budget reallocations.
- Appropriation of emergency funds associated with COVID-19
- Amendment to $77,000,000 general obligation refunding bonds
- Land acquisition of 19.59 acres off S. Main Street in Southern Wake County
- Waterline easement conveyance to the City of Raleigh for Wendell Falls Public Safety Facility
- WakeMed and Wake County MOU regarding prescription pricing for vulnerable populations
Board of Commissioners
The meeting agenda is limited to items regarding COVID-19. The Board will provide a COVID-19 update and an announcement starting at 3:30 PM.
- COVID-19 Update
- COVID-19 Announcement (starting at 3:30 PM)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will receive an update on the county's response to COVID-19 and consider appropriating emergency funds. The agenda also includes land acquisitions, human services office relocation, and a public hearing regarding housing revenue bonds.
- Appropriation of emergency funds associated with COVID-19
- Land acquisition of 4.2319 acres at 2205 Walnut Street
- Lease agreement at Somerset Park for Human Services relocation
- $34,191.01 grant from the City of Raleigh for South Wilmington Street Center
- Public hearing on up to $4,850,000 in bonds for Crestfield Apartments
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the South Wake Landfill and the future relationship structure with Marbles Kids Museum. The meeting also includes an update on the FY 2021 Community Organization Funding Process.
- South Wake Landfill discussion
- Future relationship structure with Marbles Kids Museum
- FY 2021 Community Organization Funding Process update
- Consideration of change to Recording Committee Minutes
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda contains only committee meeting materials and procedural information. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the text.
Board of Commissioners
The Growth & Sustainability Committee will discuss the potential expansion of Lake Crabtree Park, the Triangle Trails Initiative, and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
- Potential expansion of Lake Crabtree Park
- Triangle Trails Initiative
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on the Draft 2020-2025 Wake County Consolidated Plan and a land use plan amendment between Angier and Fuquay-Varina. The agenda also includes the first reading for property acquisition at 2205 Walnut Street and proposed bond refunding up to $77,000,000.
- Proposed Series 2020A and 2020B general obligation refunding bonds not to exceed $77,000,000
- Public hearing for the Draft 2020-2025 Wake County Consolidated Plan
- Land use plan amendment between the Towns of Angier and Fuquay-Varina
- Acquisition of a building and 4.2319 acres at 2205 Walnut Street
- Contract for construction of public access amenities at Procter Farm Preserve
Board of Commissioners
The Public Safety Committee will discuss long-range planning for the Wake County Fire Tax District. The committee will also identify topics for future meetings.
- Wake County Fire Tax District Long-Range Planning
- Future Public Safety Committee Meeting Topics
Board of Commissioners
This work session includes updates on the Firearms Education Training Center and Wake Transit. The board will also review the Multipurpose Indoor Sports Complex RFP and Board Travel Policy.
- Firearms Education Training Center update
- Wake Transit update
- Multipurpose Indoor Sports Complex RFP
- Board Travel Policy
Board of Commissioners
The meeting is a board retreat for the Wake County Board of Commissioners. The agenda includes presentations and a review of the 2019 Initiatives Worksheet.
- Review of 2019 Initiatives Worksheet
- Board presentations
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several land acquisitions for school sites and property in the Raleigh, Cary, and Fuquay-Varina areas. They will also hold a public hearing regarding the relocation of graves to Oakwood Cemetery. Additionally, the board will review funding for juvenile crime prevention and Wake Tech capital improvements.
- Land acquisition for a 27.83-acre school site on Creedmoor Road
- Public hearing on relocating seven graves from Mt. Vernon Church Road to Oakwood Cemetery
- Refinance and rehabilitation funding for Avery Square Apartments in Garner, NC
- Appropriations for the Wake Technical Community College Capital Improvement Program
- Juvenile Crime Prevention Council funding from the NC Department of Public Safety
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several land acquisitions for school sites in North, Central, and Southern Wake County. The agenda also includes discussions on school system capital improvements and a memorandum of understanding with Wake Technical Community College. Additionally, the Board will review housing action plan amendments and grant approvals.
- Land acquisition for a 27.83-acre school site on Creedmoor Road
- Land acquisition of 28.9316 acres on Piney Plains Road
- Land acquisition of 1.26 acres on S. Main Street
- $15,000 grant from the Association of Food and Drug Officials
- Wake County Public School System capital improvement appropriations
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive updates on several county initiatives. This included information on the Wake County Firearms Education and Training Center and the Proposed Wake Works Initiative. The agenda also featured an emergency operations briefing and an update on the PlanWAKE Comprehensive Plan.
- Update on Wake County Firearms Education and Training Center
- Update on the Proposed Wake Works Initiative
- Emergency Operations Briefing
- Update on the PlanWAKE Comprehensive Plan
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold public hearings regarding a business development grant for Microsoft Corporation and road improvements for Crooked Creek Subdivision. The agenda also includes a presentation on the results of the 2020 Real Property Reappraisal.
- Microsoft Corporation Business Development Grant Agreement public hearing
- 2020 Real Property Reappraisal results presentation
- Crooked Creek Subdivision Road Improvements public hearing
- Resolution to modify fire insurance district boundaries
- Review of Wake County septic system rules