Vice Chair (District 2)· 2025–2026 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Safiyah Jackson
Wake County
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Top issues during term (20)
Proposed WakeMed and Atrium Health Combination
Potential changes in healthcare pricing and charity care availability for county residents.
Homelessness and Shelter Capacity Pressures
The county is investing $4.15 million from housing CIP funds to acquire the property, while the Women's Center will fund renovations and ongoing operations.
2027 Real Estate Revaluation Process
The revaluation will affect assessed property values countywide starting in 2027.
Town of Wendell Fire Tax District Separation
Financial terms were not provided in the agenda materials.
2026 School and Wake Tech Bond Referenda
Combined education bonds of $829.1 million on the fall ballot would result in a 0.5-cent tax increase starting in FY28.
Windy Knoll Road Industrial Rezoning Request
Determines the commercial viability and property value of the 10.42-acre parcel and surrounding residential properties.
State and Federal Legislative Advocacy Priorities
Potential budgetary impacts related to state property tax legislation and Medicaid and SNAP funding obligations.
2027 Board of Commissioners Operational Adjustments
Minimal direct financial impact, primarily affecting staff time and meeting coordination.
After-School Youth Development and Student Support
Smart Start requested a budget increase of $643,943 for NC Pre-K and $2.3 million for Wake 3 School for fiscal year 2027.
traffic safety
Expect your car insurance rates to potentially spike and taxpayers to foot the bill for major road redesigns.
WCPSS Proposed 2026-2027 Operating Budget
Requests an additional $25.3 million from local county revenues, totaling a $768.2 million county appropriation.
Support for Wake County Cultural Arts Plan
Direct economic activity exceeding $500 million generated by nonprofit creative organizations in Wake County.
Treadway Farm Agricultural Conservation Easement
County funds will cover administrative due diligence costs, while landowners donated the easement value.
Food Security and Local Agricultural Support
Proposals include a potential $150,000 allocation to sustain specific food security pilots.
Business Development Grant Policy Revisions
Incentive grants tied to capital investment and job creation performance metrics.
FY2028 Budget Deficit and Revenue Pressures
Potential $20 million revenue shortfall for FY 2026 and tens of millions in ongoing tax base erosion.
Cybersecurity and Phishing Threats Targeting Permit Applicants
Financial risk to local contractors and businesses targeted by fraudulent invoice scams.
election candidates
While voting itself is free, the outcome will directly impact your property taxes, city spending, and local economic development.
Nomaco Park stadium improvements
The contract amount was not detailed in the agenda materials.
election voting guide
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Decisions during term (314)
Recorded while Jackson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of the Minutes of the Growth, Sustainability & Economic Strength Committee Meeting of March 23, 2026
Approval of Agenda
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Proclamation
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation
Consent Agenda Approval
Adoption of Neuse North Area Plan
MOU with Wake County Public School System for Land Exchange
Approval of Funding for Treadway Farm Conservation Easement
Award Construction Contract for Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) Upgrades to Existing Stations Project
Award Construction Contract for Mini City EMS Station Replacement Project on Hargrove Road in Raleigh, NC
Memorandum of Understanding with Wake Technical Community College for Fire and Emergency Services Training
Accept and Appropriate $689,500.08 from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation for the Local Law Enforcement Bonus Program
Technical Corrections to the Business Development Grant Policy
Amendments to the Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Adoption of the Schedules, Standards and Rules to be used in Conducting the 2027 County-wide Real Property Revaluation
Approval of June 22, 2026 Education Committee Minutes
Approval of Agenda Review Format and Commissioner Rotations
Retention of Committee Structure (Option C)
Adoption of State and Federal Legislative Priorities and Opportunity List Additions
Consent Agenda Approval
Voting record (85)
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3211 Bramer Drive Acquisition and Transfer Authorization
Consideration of WakeMed Amendments and Transfer Agreement
Commissioner Evans moved, seconded by Commissioner Thomas, that the Board of Commissioners: 1. Accept and appropriate $5,293 to reflect additional funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban D
Commissioner Thomas moved, seconded by Commissioner Evans, to the Approval of Agenda.
Commissioner Waters moved, seconded by Commissioner Stallings, to the Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meetings of June 15, 2026 and July 6, 2026, and the Special-Called Meeting and Work Session
Commissioner Stallings moved, seconded by Commissioner Waters, to approve the Consent Agenda.
Vice-Chair Jackson moved, seconded by Commissioner Evans, that the Board of Commissioners 1. Hold a Public Hearing; and 2. Confirm the Resolution Declaring Cost and Preliminary Assessment Roll and Con
Commissioner Thomas moved, seconded by Vice-Chair Jackson, that the Board of Commissioners approve the updated Wake County Business Development Grant Policy to establish a Transformational Project Tie
That the Board of Commissioners approve the Amended Agenda of the Regular Meeting of July 6, 2026.
That the Board of Commissioners approves the Proclamation recognizing the 36th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act.
That the Board of Commissioners approves the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 1, 2026.
That the Board of Commissioners approves the Proclamation recognizing July 15, 2026 as the 50th Anniversary of Wake County EMS.
That the Board of Commissioners approves the Proclamation recognizing July 2026 as the 50th Anniversary of Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space.
That the Board of Commissioners: 1. Hold a public hearing on the Bond Order related to proposed November 3, 2026, Bond Referendum for Schools; 2. Hold a public hearing on the Bond Order related to pro
Consent Agenda
That the Board of Commissioners approve the July appointments to the citizen advisory boards.
that the Board of Commissioners return from Closed Session.
that the Board of Commissioners Adjourn the meeting.
to the Approval of Agenda.
to the Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting (Budget Presentation) of May 4, 2026 and the Budget Work Sessions of May 11, 2026, and May 21, 2026.
to approve the Consent Agenda.
that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the County Manager to execute a contract to acquire 1321 and 1405 Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC, for a new Community Library facility, along with any other docum
That the Board of Commissioners hold a public hearing and adopt the attached ordinance to rename permanently a portion of Ligon Mill Road (SR 2044) as Old Ligon Mill Road, effective July 15, 2026.
That the Board of Commissioners: 1. Holds a public hearing and adopts the draft statement finding that Ordinance Amendment OA-01-26 is consistent with the Wake County Comprehensive Plan and Wake Count
that the Board of Commissioners approves the Schematic Design for the Crowder County Park Expansion - Phase I Project.
that the Board of Commissioners approves the Wake County Farmland Preservation Plan as the County's long-term strategy for protecting farmland, supporting agriculture, and guiding farmland preservatio
I move that the County Manager be given an annual salary of $479,655 and he be allowed to qualify for retirement health benefits under the Wake County Health plan; and, The Interim County Attorney rec
Acquisition of Property at 1321 and 1405 Athens Drive for Southwest Raleigh Library
to the Approval of the Consent Agenda
to the Approval of Agenda
to the Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 20, 2026
Smart Start Funding Appropriation
Recused due to a potential conflict of interest as an employee of the NC Partnership for Children.