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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Wake County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Homelessness and Shelter Capacity Pressures
Wake County bought a building for $4.15 million to provide non-congregate shelter and day services for single women, partnering with the Women's Center.
Treadway Farm Agricultural Conservation Easement
The county approved an agreement to preserve 55 acres of prime farmland near Zebulon through a donated conservation easement in partnership with the Triangle Land Conservancy.
Affordable Housing 2025 CAPER Report
County housing staff presented the annual HUD performance report, highlighting progress on affordable housing goals while noting the impending sunset of federal COVID-19 relief funds.
Proposed WakeMed and Atrium Health Combination
Numerous residents, healthcare workers, and advocates spoke during public comment either supporting or strongly opposing the proposed partnership between WakeMed and Atrium Health, raising concerns about hospital pricing, charity care policies, and community control.
Wake County Office Park Redevelopment
The county is moving forward with a $214 million redevelopment of its Pool Road office park, combining General Services, library administration, and corporate training into an efficient campus that maximizes county-owned land.
Business Development Grant Policy Revisions
The board updated its economic development incentive policy to create a transformational project tier and adjust wage thresholds to attract large employers.
Affordable Housing HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Amendment
The board reallocated federal HOME-ARP funds from shelter to permanent affordable housing development and supportive services.
Athens Drive Library Site Selection
Residents and students asked the county to maintain and integrate the Athens Drive library into future campus renovations alongside affordable housing.
2026 Annual Action Plan and Federal Housing Grants
Wake County approved nearly $15 million in loans to support 9 affordable housing developments, creating 800 units and leveraging over $240 million in outside investments.
Wake County Opportunity Fund
Wake County is partnering with CAHEC Capital to launch a $50 million fund that provides flexible loans for building affordable housing in neighborhoods with strong access to jobs and good schools.
Wake County Housing Authority Portfolio Modernization
The Housing Authority is working to fix neglected public housing units, bring dozens of vacant units back online, and improve living conditions for residents.