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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Wake County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2027 Real Estate Revaluation Process
An addendum to the Schedule of Values, Standards and Rules will be submitted for the 2027 countywide property revaluation. These rules help determine what your home is assessed at — and indirectly, your property tax bill.
Town of Wendell Fire Tax District Separation
The Town of Wendell, Wendell Fire and the county are set to sign a merger memorandum of understanding. It could change how fire service is delivered and funded in the Wendell area.
Support for Wake County Cultural Arts Plan
The committee explored how the arts drive economic development, combat loneliness, and improve community wellbeing. Commissioners discussed integrating arts goals into the county's strategic plan and branding Wake County as a cultural destination.
Cybersecurity and Phishing Threats Targeting Permit Applicants
County staff warned about sophisticated phishing campaigns that use real permit application details to trick contractors into paying fraudulent invoices. Officials stressed that the county never sends permit invoices via email and requires payments to be made directly through the official permit portal.
Clean Energy Roadmap and Building/Fleet Electrification
Staff presented updates on the county's progress toward achieving 100% clean energy by 2050, highlighting energy-efficient building designs, solar panel installations, and challenges in electrifying emergency vehicle fleets.
After-School Youth Development and Student Support
Smart Start officials highlighted the successes and ongoing struggles of the NC Pre-K and Wake 3 School programs, including staffing shortages, low wages, and transportation barriers.
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.
2027 Board of Commissioners Operational Adjustments
The county is planning ahead for how committees and agendas will be managed when the board expands to nine commissioners.
Food Security and Local Agricultural Support
As federal ARPA funding sunsets, commissioners debated how to sustain critical food security programs like the Farm to Early Childhood pilot and farmers market SNAP matching initiatives.