Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cumberland County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in budget
FSU Regional Entrepreneur and Business Hub Funding
The county is putting $450,000 from its FY27 budget into Fayetteville State University's entrepreneur and business hub, formally structured as an economic development project. The hub aims to support local startups and small business growth in the region.
Opioid Crisis Funding
Fayetteville is sending thousands of dollars to local nonprofits to boost community support for people fighting opioid addiction. This means more boots-on-the-ground help is finally heading to the neighborhoods that need it most.
FY27 State Legislative Agenda Priorities
The county adopted its state legislative agenda, urging lawmakers to protect local property tax authority and fund critical local needs like schools, water infrastructure, and mental health services.
Social Services Budget
Proposed federal cuts to SNAP food assistance could hit Cumberland County hard, forcing local leaders to figure out how to cover a massive funding gap. If the feds pull back, your local tax dollars might have to step in to keep food on people's tables.