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Vice Chair (District 2)· 2025–2026 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)

Safiyah Jackson

Wake County

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
38
Total speaking time
5:13:53
Avg per meeting
8:16
Segments
4793

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Top issues during term (11)(General)

critical↑Mar 2026[18]

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.

medium↑Mar 2026[10]

administrative appointment

His salary and benefits will be covered by the existing county administrative budget.

medium↑Nov 2026[10]

Nomaco Park stadium improvements

The contract amount was not detailed in the agenda materials.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

cell tower proposal

Potential lease revenue for the school district is currently on hold while the committee re-evaluates the project.

high↓Jun 2026[2]

Maternal and Infant Mortality Reduction Initiative

County public health resources are dedicated to community outreach, town halls, and resource coordination.

high↓Feb 2026[1]

West Wake Solid Waste Facility Schematic Design

Future capital and operational costs will be determined following community feedback and final technology selection.

medium↓May 2026[0]

tree preservation

Developers might face higher costs and stricter site plans, but homeowners could see better long-term property values thanks to a greener neighborhood.

high↓Apr 2026[0]

burn ban

Avoiding potential wildfire damage and steep municipal fines keeps money safely in your pocket.

medium↓Jul 2026[0]

government governance

Ongoing leadership drama could waste taxpayer money on legal fees and delays for local projects.

medium↓May 2026[0]

population growth

Home prices and rent could stay stubbornly high with all these new neighbors competing for space.

medium↓Apr 2026[0]

data center moratoriums

This temporary freeze could delay major tech investments in the area while keeping current taxpayer funds from being drained by unexpected infrastructure upgrades.

Decisions during term (3)

Recorded while Jackson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

Voting record (0)(General)

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