Wake County public meetings in 2024
50 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners will administer oaths to new commissioners and other officials, elect a chair and vice-chair for the coming year, and consider a consent agenda with over a dozen items. Notable among them are results of a $142 million library bond referendum, an option to lease land for affordable housing at 0 Chapanoke Road, and a property acquisition for a future SCORE Academy school site. The board will also hear the annual comprehensive financial report and make various appointments.
- Results of $142 million library bond referendum (item 22)
- Option to lease for affordable housing development at 0 Chapanoke Road, Raleigh (item 17)
- WCPSS property acquisition in West Raleigh/Cary area for future SCORE Academy site (item 16)
- Award construction contract for Wake County Office Building 8th floor renovation (item 15)
- Approval of third amendment to Five County Stadium lease agreement (item 19)
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the minutes from the Growth and Economic Strength Committee meeting held on September 3, 2024. The meeting will also include updates on the county’s sustainability initiatives, the orphan roads program, and the Living Wage Certification Program. No other actions are listed.
- Approve minutes of Growth and Economic Strength Committee meeting (Sept 3, 2024)
- Sustainability Update
- Orphan Roads Update
- Living Wage Certification Program Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the Wake Tech Public Safety Campus, challenges regarding increased population at the Wake County Detention Center, and a jail planning update.
- Approval of Public Safety Committee minutes from September 23, 2024
- Wake Tech Public Safety Campus discussion
- Challenges with increased population at Wake County Detention Center
- Dam Safety in Wake County discussion
- Wake County Jail Planning Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including a proposed $2 increase in the Regional Transit Authority registration tax, multiple affordable housing loans and grants, and contract awards. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance Amendment OA-01-24 to amend the Unified Development Ordinance. The board will also receive updates on the Register of Deeds Restrictive Covenants Project and an upcoming community survey.
- Consideration of a $2 increase in the Regional Transit Authority Registration Tax requested by GoTriangle
- Public hearing on Proposed Ordinance Amendment OA-01-24 to amend the Wake County Unified Development Ordinance
- Assumption of a Housing Rehabilitation Loan for 600 Industrial Drive in Wendell
- Approve Funding Agreement for the Wake County Farmland Protection Plan and accept $16,900 in grant funding
- Authorize Funding Agreement with Alliance Health to support WakeBrook Renovations
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to receive updates on One Water and the financial model. The board will also finalize legislative priorities for 2025-2026.
- One Water updates
- Financial model review
- Finalizing 2025-2026 legislative agenda priorities
Board of Commissioners
The Health and Human Services Committee is meeting to receive updates on county health initiatives. The session focuses on food security, Medicaid programs, and behavioral health.
- Wake County Food Security Plan Update
- Medicaid in Community Program and hospital partnerships
- 2024 Wake County Behavioral Health Summit Update
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent‑agenda items, including the acceptance and appropriation of federal funds for a new North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program grant cycle. The board will also award a multi‑year contract for aerial imagery and approve a multi‑year license agreement for enhanced AT&T wireless services. Additional actions include affordable‑housing loan extensions and lien changes, and a budget reallocation to fund reprinting of November 2024 presidential election ballots.
- Accept and appropriate federal funds for a new North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) grant cycle
- Award of a multi‑year contract for aerial imagery
- Approval of a multi‑year license agreement for enhanced AT&T wireless services
- Affordable housing loan extension and lien position changes for Commons at Highland Village (Cary) and The Cottages of Idlewild (Raleigh)
- Reallocate general fund balance to reprint ballots for the November 2024 presidential election
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners Education Committee is meeting remotely to review specific educational programs. The discussion focuses on student support initiatives and school funding updates.
- Wake Tech Supported Initiatives for Select Student Populations
- Title I Schools (Wake County Public School System)
- Angel Fund Update
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Affordable Housing Committee will convene to discuss an update on unsheltered homelessness and review the committee's fiscal year performance. The meeting is held remotely.
- Approval of minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting
- Unsheltered homelessness update
- Review of fiscal year performance data
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve various funding appropriations and land acquisitions. The agenda includes public hearings on fire protection districts, road renaming, and a business development grant. The board will also address emergency funding for Hurricane Helene response.
- Appropriation of emergency funds for Hurricane Helene response
- Acquisition of the Gehrke Property via Open Space Preservation Program
- Public hearing for Business Development Grant Agreement for Weatherby Locums, Inc.
- Appropriation of $28,575 in federal funds for public libraries
- Public hearing to consider renaming a portion of James Slaughter Road
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Safe Wake initiative and to receive an update on the Smart Start early‑education program. No specific actions or votes are indicated in the agenda.
- Safe Wake program discussion
- Smart Start program update
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the county's 2025-2030 Affordable Housing Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan. The meeting also includes a hearing on the FY 2026 NC DOT Community Transportation Program grant application, and several contract awards, including a $730,900 contract for a Sanderson High School emergency shelter generator and a $769,500 contract for HVAC renovation at the Board of Elections office.
- Award construction contract for Sanderson High School Emergency Shelter Generator – $730,900
- Award construction contract for Wake County Board of Elections Office HVAC renovation – $769,500
- Accept and appropriate supplemental state funding for public health services
- Public hearing on 2025-2030 Affordable Housing Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan
- Public hearing on FY 2026 NC DOT Community Transportation Program unified grant application
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners' Public Safety Committee will approve the minutes from its June 17, 2024 meeting. The committee will receive an update from the U.S. Department of Justice on protecting North Carolina residents. It will discuss the EMS Medication for Opioid Use Disorder program and review a needs assessment for a northern Wake County fire station, including service district requirements. An update on the fire academy will also be provided.
- Approve minutes of Public Safety Committee meeting (June 17, 2024)
- DOJ update on protecting North Carolina residents
- EMS Medication for Opioid Use Disorder program
- Northern Wake County fire station needs assessment & service district extension requirements
- Update on fire academy
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Health and Human Services Committee will approve the March 4, 2024 meeting minutes. It will discuss a Public Health Workforce Infrastructure Grant and updates on the Alliance Wake County School‑Based Mental Health Team, Student Engagement Teams, and Medicaid expansion. No decisions beyond the minutes approval are indicated.
- Approval of the Minutes of the Health & Human Services Committee on March 4, 2024
- Public Health Workforce Infrastructure Grant
- Alliance Wake County School‑Based Mental Health Team
- Student Engagement Teams
- Medicaid Expansion Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request and a business development grant for Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company. The body is also reviewing affordable housing loans and the disposition of property for affordable housing. Other items include health and dental rates for 2025.
- Rezoning of 27.85 acres on Eddie Howard Road to Residential-30
- Business Development Grant Agreement for Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company
- Disposition of 109 West Barbee Street for affordable housing
- Second Round 2024 Tax Credit Recommendations and AHDP Loans for multifamily rental housing
- Land lease at Randleigh Farm to Flatiron Corporation
Board of Commissioners
The Growth and Economic Strength Committee is meeting to review several reports and projects. The body will discuss the living wage and the status of track-out and summer programs. The meeting also includes a discussion on Jordan Lake One Water (JLOW).
- Living Wage discussion
- Track-out and Summer Programs Status Report
- Jordan Lake One Water (JLOW)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda item to accept $398,700 in Digital Equity Champion Grant funding for libraries. The meeting also includes a second reading for a land acquisition in Eastern Wake County and a resolution to designate banks as official county depositories.
- Accept $398,700 Digital Equity Champion Grant for Libraries
- Designate banks as official depositories of county funds
- Second reading: Land acquisition for future landbank elementary school
- Second reading: Multi-year operating lease of school facility at 931 Durham Road
- Approve FAA grant funds for Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority
Board of Commissioners
The Education Committee is meeting to receive updates from Wake Tech and discuss supporting students with disabilities within the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS).
- Wake Tech updates
- WCPSS discussion on supporting students with disabilities
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the acquisition of 35.447 acres for a future landbank elementary school and a facility for drop-in shelter operations. The meeting includes several affordable housing loan extensions and grant applications for the Sheriff's Office.
- First reading of land acquisition for 35.447 acres in the Wendell area for a future elementary school
- Acquisition of a facility for drop-in shelter operations
- Appropriation of $1,000,916 in Workforce Investment & Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding
- Affordable housing loan extensions for Weatherstone Spring Apartments in Cary and Southeast Raleigh Promise Scattered-Site Rentals
- Request for funding of a multi-year operating lease for a school facility at 931 Durham Road
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners and Board of Education are meeting to receive updates on specific school and county initiatives. The agenda focuses on sustainability, nutrition, and safety.
- Sustainability Update
- Child Nutrition Services
- School Safety Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed $142 million general obligation bond for Wake County Public Libraries. The meeting also includes discussions on various affordable housing projects, grant agreements, and park master plans.
- Public hearing on proposed $142 million library bond referendum
- Proposed issuance of up to $42,000,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds
- Business development grant agreement for Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies North Carolina, Inc.
- Agricultural Conservation Easement at Williamson Preserve in Wendell
- Adoption of the Master Plan for Lake Myra County Park
Board of Commissioners
The Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss strategies for implementing state legislative mandates regarding the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council. The committee will also receive an overview of 9-1-1 call processing in Wake County and review a new proposed OSHA rule.
- Juvenile Crime Prevention Council implementation strategies
- Overview of 9-1-1 Call Processing in Wake County
- Discussion of new proposed OSHA rule
Board of Commissioners
The Wake County Board of Commissioners will review funding agreements, construction contracts, and fiscal year budget revisions. A proposed $142 million general obligation bond referendum for public libraries is scheduled for November 5 if approved by voters. The library bond would fund future public library projects if residents approve it. The board will also vote on lease extensions for local facilities and mutual aid agreements with three neighboring counties.
- Award construction contract for Wells Fargo IMAX Theater roof replacement for $986,000 to Triad Roofing Company, Inc.
- Award construction contract for South Wake Landfill Gas Collection System Expansion Project for $684,206.25
- Approve a twenty-year lease extension for Oberlin Regional Library with Columbia Village District, LLC
- Propose $142 million general obligation bond referendum for Wake County Public Libraries on November 5, 2024
- Modify easement for Carolina Springs Development previously conveyed to the Town of Holly Springs
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss transit, jail health, and potential new roles within the Continuum of Care. No votes or specific dollar amounts are listed in this agenda.
- Wake Transit Update
- Jail Health Plan
- Wake County Continuum of Care (CoC) - Preview of New Potential Roles
Board of Commissioners
The committee will review the minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting. Discussion items include a lease proposal for Lake Crabtree and sustainability practices for county building construction.
- Lake Crabtree Lease Proposal
- Sustainability Practice in Design and Construction of County Buildings
- Track-out and Summer Programs Status Report
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 operating budgets, capital improvement projects, and position authorization ordinances. The agenda also includes discussions on affordable housing funds for Cottages of Idlewild in Raleigh and various multi-year service contracts.
- Adopt FY 2025 Operating Budgets and Capital Improvement Projects
- Affordable Housing Funds for Cottages of Idlewild in Raleigh, NC
- Funding from Research Triangle Park for the Triangle Bikeway Project
- Multi-year agreement with Truist Bank for Lockbox and E-Box services
- Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau's FY 2025 Operating Budget
Board of Commissioners
The Affordable Housing Committee is meeting to review updates on local housing production. The agenda includes a report on the Cottages of Idlewild project by the Raleigh Area Land Trust and an overview of homeownership programs.
- Review of March 4, 2024, committee minutes
- Wake Housing Production Update
- Raleigh Area Land Trust - Cottages of Idlewild report
- Discussion of Wake County Homeownership Programs
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a budget work session. The agenda includes an update from the Wake County Public School System and discussions regarding county ARPA pilots.
- Wake County Public School System operating update
- County ARPA Pilots discussion
- Budget adoption requirements and ordinances overview
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the County Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The agenda also includes several consent items involving fund appropriations and capital improvement reallocations.
- Public Hearing on the County Manager’s Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
- Proposed $142 Million General Obligation Bond Referendum for Wake County Public Libraries
- Wake County Public School System Capital Improvement Program Reallocations FY24
- Wake Technical Community College Capital Improvement Program Reallocations
- GoApex Route 1 Bus Stop Improvements Project funding from The Town of Apex
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a work session focused on budget presentations. This agenda contains only procedural items and no specific ordinances or contracts are listed.
- Budget work session presentations
Board of Commissioners
The Board will receive a presentation of the County Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding property acquisitions and funding appropriations.
- Presentation of the FY2025 Recommended Budget
- $2,392,669 construction contract for West Regional Library Renovation to Riggs-Harrod Builders, Inc.
- Acquisition of Beaverdam property for Open Space Program
- Acquisition of Midway Forest property for Open Space Program
- Approval of FAA Grant Funds for Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority (RDU)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider several funding appropriations and land acquisitions. Items include a land acquisition for a future elementary school in the Apex area and an opioid settlement funding plan.
- Land acquisition of 21.54 acres in Western Wake County/Apex for a future Landbank Elementary School
- Approval of Wake County Opioid Settlement Funding Plan FY 2025
- Construction contract for Agricultural Services Building renovations and mechanical replacements
- Waiver of building permit fees for Operation Coming Home Project
- Public hearing for the Preservation and Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement (PRICE) Grant Competition
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a budget work session covering capital improvements and debt models. The meeting also includes an update regarding opioid settlement funding.
- Capital Improvement Program Update
- Debt and Capital Model Update
- Update on Opioid Settlement Funding
Board of Commissioners
The Public Safety Committee is meeting to review various public safety initiatives. Discussion topics include the Wake County Sheriff's Office priorities, the detention center health plan, and EMS recruitment.
- Introduction of EMS Director
- 2024 Priorities of the Wake County Sheriff's Office
- Wake County Detention Center Health Plan
- EMS Recruitment Initiatives
- Wake County Fire Academy Update
Board of Commissioners
The Education Committee meeting includes discussions regarding resources for students and families experiencing homelessness. The agenda also covers 9th grade success resources and a Smart Start update.
- Resources for Students and Families Experiencing Homelessness
- 9th Grade Resources for Success
- Smart Start Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider acquiring 21.54 acres in Western Wake County for a future Landbank Elementary School. The agenda also includes accepting $2,000,000 in federal funds for the New Public Health Center and discussing stormwater improvements at Northern Fire Station #2.
- $2,000,000 in federal funds for equipment at the New Public Health Center
- Land acquisition of 21.54 acres in Apex for a future elementary school
- Public hearing on the Lower Neuse Area Plan amendment
- Non-emergency ambulance franchise request from Providence Transportation, Inc.
- Stormwater improvements at Northern Fire Station #2
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a work session regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Strategic Plan.
- FY25 Operating Budget
- Strategic Plan
Board of Commissioners
The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates regarding PROS and the Wake County Orphan Road. The meeting is scheduled to be held remotely.
- Approval of October 23, 2023, and November 6, 2023, meeting minutes
- PROS Update
- Wake County Orphan Road Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a second reading for land acquisition near Wendell Elementary School. The agenda also includes approval of the schematic design for the Wake County Western Regional Center.
- Land acquisition of ±1.083 acres across from Wendell Elementary on West Academy Street
- Approval of schematic design for Wake County Western Regional Center
- Funding for the EMS Ambulance Strike Team via the Capital Regional Advisory Committee
- Conveyance of utility easement for electrical service at the new Public Health Center
- Update on Little River Reservoir planning
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review several upcoming items. Discussions include the 2024 Library Bond Projects and capital and debt considerations. The board will also receive a report on community outreach and engagement.
- 2024 Library Bond Projects
- Capital and Debt Considerations
- Community Outreach and Engagement: Inventory Project Report
- B.W. Wells Property
Board of Commissioners
The Affordable Housing Committee will meet remotely to review departmental resources. The agenda includes a review of the Housing Department budget and programming.
- Approval of minutes from the August 29, 2023 meeting
- Review of Housing Department Budget Resources
- Review of Housing Department Programming
Board of Commissioners
The Health and Human Services Committee is meeting to receive updates on several initiatives. Discussions include Medicaid expansion, behavioral health vision planning, and the county opioid settlement.
- Medicaid Expansion Update
- Behavioral Health Vision Planning
- Opioid Settlement Update
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider a land acquisition near Wendell Elementary School and several appointments to local boards. The agenda also includes consent items regarding interlocal agreements, affordable housing loans, and federal public health funds.
- Land acquisition of ±1.083 acres on West Academy Street in Wendell
- Interlocal Agreement between Wake County and the Town of Morrisville for Church Street Park
- Subordination of Deed of Trust for a Wake County Affordable Housing Development Loan
- Appropriation of funds for Agricultural Conservation Easements
- Acceptance of Federal Funds for Public Health Infrastructure and two full-time positions
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several strategic and operational topics. Discussion items include the Strategic Plan, Community Capital Recommendations, and Jail Capacity Planning.
- Strategic Plan discussion
- Community Capital Recommendations discussion
- Jail Capacity Planning discussion
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several affordable housing matters and budget reallocations. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the issuance of limited obligation bonds.
- Proposed 2024 General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $337,000,000
- Public Hearing on 2024 Limited Obligation Bonds not to exceed $137,000,000
- Lease extension and expansion at 221 S. Rogers Lane in Raleigh
- Sale of County property to the Town of Wendell
- Affordable housing funds for Habitat for Humanity developments in Raleigh and Wendell
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several financial and land use items, including a proposed $137,000,000 limited obligation bond. Discussion includes funding for child care assistance, fire engine replacements, and property easements for Beech Bluff County Park.
- Proposed 2024 Limited Obligation Bonds not to exceed $137,000,000
- Acceptance of funds for emergency replacement of Wendell Fire Engine
- Additional funds for Subsidized Child Care Assistance Program and three full-time positions
- Acceptance of $5,625.00 in direct federal grant funds from NEHA
- Easement dedication for Beech Bluff County Park development
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review the 2024 real property revaluation results and hold a public hearing for the 2024 Housing Annual Action Plan. The agenda includes several land acquisitions through the Open Space Preservation Program and various grant appropriations.
- $125,161 in Federal Grant Dollars for Wake County Sheriff’s Office
- $5,000 donation from E. Boyd Family Foundation, Inc. to Sheriff’s Office
- Acquisition of Angell, Gower, JL Perry, and Seley properties via Open Space Preservation Program
- Public hearing for 2024 Housing Annual Action Plan
- Public hearing for Business Development Grant Agreement for Audemars Piguet
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review several county updates. Topics include the future of RTP, library bond projects, parks capital projects, and the elections process.
- Planning RTP's Future
- Public Libraries 2024 Bond Projects
- Update on Parks Capital Projects
- Update on Elections Process
- 2024 Federal Legislative Priorities
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is conducting a winter retreat. The agenda consists of procedural materials for review, including strategic plan and background documents.
- Winter Retreat agenda
- Review of strategic plan materials
- Review of background materials
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider several items including a District 5 appointment and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The agenda includes various consent items regarding grants, housing funds, and ordinance modifications.
- $85,138 in Federal Grant Funds for Wake County Sheriff’s Office
- Affordable Housing Funds for Battle Bridge Apartments in Raleigh, NC
- Business Development Grant Agreement for Indivior, Inc.
- Amendment of the Wake County Personnel Code regarding sick leave benefits
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2023