Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Wake County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in general
Nomaco Park stadium improvements
A construction contract is up for award to improve the Nomaco Park stadium. Upgrades could extend the facility's usability for local teams and events.
Transparency of board appointment process
A Southeast Raleigh resident group asked the board to freeze its current appointment selection process and publish evaluation criteria, candidate lists, and timelines — especially for the three WakeMed-related board seats.
Cell Tower Proposal
The Wake County school board pumped the brakes on a proposed cell tower next to Brassfield Road Elementary after local pushback. They are sending it back to committee for another month to review the details.
2026 School and Wake Tech Bond Referenda
County staff outlined proposed capital funding for public schools and Wake Tech Community College, totaling $829.1 million in bond referenda for the November 2026 ballot.
Maternal and Infant Mortality Reduction Initiative
Wake County reviewed ongoing efforts from the Maternal and Infant Mortality Work Group, featuring regional town halls, an interactive resource map, and strategies to eliminate racial disparities in birth outcomes.
Population Growth
Wake County is growing crazy fast, claiming almost half the spots on the state's top-growth list. Expect even tighter housing and packed roads as more people flood the area.
Tree Preservation
Apex is losing trees faster than almost anywhere else in Wake County, so local leaders are considering new rules to protect the disappearing canopy. If you like living in a green, shady neighborhood, you'll want to keep an eye on how these developer-focused policies shake out.