Wake County public meetings in 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year terms. The meeting includes public hearings on ordinance amendments and the HOME-American Rescue Plan allocation.

• $1,223,450 contract for HVAC replacement at Firearms Education Training Center
• Affordable Housing Loan Adjustments for Rock Quarry Landing in Raleigh
• Allocation of ARPA funds to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Public hearing on ordinance amendment OA-02-21 regarding public system connections
• SAS Machine Learning Model contract for residential property revaluation

The Board of Commissioners elected Sig Hutchinson as Chair and Shinica Thomas as Vice-Chair for 2022, each by roll call vote. The board also approved the agenda, minutes, and a consent agenda that included contracts, loans, and appointments. A public hearing was held and the board adopted an ordinance amendment to implement municipal transition standards, and approved $4.33 million in loans for two affordable housing developments.

• Elected Sig Hutchinson as Chair for 2022 by a 5-2 vote.
• Elected Shinica Thomas as Vice-Chair for 2022 by a 4-3 vote.
• Approved the agenda and minutes of prior meetings.
• Approved consent agenda items, including a construction contract for HVAC replacement and affordable housing loan adjustments.
• Adopted Ordinance Amendment OA-02-21 to amend the Unified Development Ordinance for municipal transition standards.
• Held a public hearing and accepted $175,577.50 in HOME-ARP funds for administrative and planning.
• Approved $2,830,110 for The Preserve at Gresham Lake and $1,500,000 for Terrace at Rock Quarry affordable housing loans.
• Approved reallocating $15 million in ARPA funds to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.

Board of Commissioners

The Human Services Committee will discuss the roles of facilities, schools, and the local health department in the COVID-19 response. The meeting also includes discussions regarding child welfare management and health and human services integration.

• Roles of facilities, schools, and local health department in COVID-19 response
• Child Welfare Management System discussion
• Health & Human Services integration

Board of Commissioners

The Growth & Sustainability Committee will receive a clean energy update and review Phase I Local Wastewater rules. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Kellam Wyatt Farm master plan, Triangle Bikeway, and Swift Creek Greenway.

• Clean Energy Update
• Phase I Local Wastewater Rule Review/Revision
• Kellam Wyatt Farm Master Plan Update
• Triangle Bikeway and Swift Creek Greenway discussions
• South Wake Landfill renewable natural gas conversion discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Wake County Board of Commissioners will review several land acquisitions for open space and a future school. The agenda includes the use of opioid settlement funds and federal funding for the Sheriff's Office. The board will also hold public hearings on road improvements and landmark designations.

• Land acquisition of 53.093 acres on New Hill Olive Chapel Road for a future school
• Proposed $23,500,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Rock Quarry Landing
• Acceptance of $46,583 in federal funds for the Wake County Sheriff’s Office
• MOU with Fuquay-Varina for an EMS station at Fire Station #4
• Public hearing on West Oaks Subdivision road improvements

The Wake County Board of Commissioners approved the issuance of up to $23.5 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Rock Quarry Landing affordable housing development, confirmed the West Oaks Subdivision road improvement assessments, and established the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. The board also designated the Herman Greene House as a historic landmark. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $23.5M multifamily housing revenue bonds for Rock Quarry Landing (7-0)
• Confirmed West Oaks Subdivision road improvement assessments, reducing project budget to $350,755.26 (7-0)
• Designated Herman Greene House as a Wake County Historic Landmark (7-0)
• Established Affordable Housing Advisory Committee and approved its charter (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Everbridge software agreement, land acquisitions, and FEMA funds (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

This work session includes updates on the Wake Works and Wake Invests in Women programs. The board will also discuss transitioning community organization funding and capital funding recommendations.

• Wake Works and Wake Invests in Women program updates
• Transitioning community organization funding
• Community capital funding recommendations
• Public donation opportunities

This was a work session with no formal votes or decisions. The Board received updates on Wake Works, Wake Invests in Women, and Launch Wake County programs, discussed transitioning community organization funding, and reviewed community capital funding recommendations. A vote on community capital funding commitments is scheduled for December 6, 2021.

• No formal votes or decisions made at this work session
• Scheduled vote on community capital funding commitments for December 6, 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Wake County Board of Commissioners voted 7-0 to adopt a new apportionment plan adjusting the seven residence districts based on 2020 Census data, and to return to the election format under Session Law 2011-126, which establishes staggered four-year terms. The board also approved a consent agenda that included a $717,000 contract for chiller replacements at Marbles Kids Museum, acceptance of federal funds for COVID-19 relief and energy assistance, and various land transactions and appointments.

• Adopted census-based apportionment plan for residence districts (7-0)
• Adopted resolution returning to staggered 4-year terms under Session Law 2011-126 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $717,000 chiller contract at Marbles Kids Museum (7-0)
• Accepted $715,124 in federal COVID-19 relief funds (consent agenda)
• Accepted $539,997 in federal LIEAP energy assistance funds (consent agenda)
• Approved appointments to Fire Commission, GoTriangle, Human Services Board, and other boards (7-0)
• Approved upcoming vacancies for December appointments (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Public Safety Committee will conduct a worksession regarding the Advancing Pretrial Policy and Research Initiative. The committee will also receive an update on EMS service demands. Approval of the August 23, 2021 meeting minutes is also scheduled.

• Worksession on pretrial reform
• Update on EMS service demands
• Approval of August 23, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding census-based adjustments to commissioner residence districts. The agenda also includes a resolution to prohibit discrimination in public accommodations and employment, as well as approvals for affordable housing requests and an EMS station lease.

• Public hearing on census-based adjustments to commissioner residence districts
• Resolution to prohibit discrimination in public accommodations and employment
• Ground lease for a Wake County EMS Station at the Timber Drive Elementary School site
• Affordable housing development requests from DHIC
• Appropriation of federal relief funds from the American Rescue Plan Act

The Board of Commissioners unanimously enacted an ordinance prohibiting discrimination in public accommodations and employment, effective February 1, 2022. The board also unanimously approved appropriating $62.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds for COVID-19 response and recovery, and held a public hearing on proposed census-based adjustments to commissioner residence districts.

• Enacted ordinance prohibiting discrimination in public accommodations and employment (7-0)
• Appropriated $62.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds for COVID-19 response and recovery (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ground lease for EMS station, affordable housing requests, Cary funding agreement, and Chafee funding (7-0)
• Held public hearing and directed staff to make proposed apportionment plan available for comment, with second hearing Nov 1 (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of Sept 8, 2021 meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Wake County Board of Commissioners held a remote work session to discuss several topics. The agenda included an ordinance prohibiting discrimination in public accommodations and employment, as well as bonds for parks and greenways. The board also reviewed American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding.

• Ordinance Prohibiting Discrimination in Public Accommodations and Employment
• Bonds for Parks, Greenways, Recreation and Open Space
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding
• Upward Mobility: Partnership Update

The Board of Commissioners held a work session with no formal votes. They reviewed a draft ordinance prohibiting discrimination in public accommodations and employment, scheduled for the October 18, 2021 agenda. They also discussed funding updates for the 2018 Parks, Greenways, Recreation and Open Space bond and a proposed allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds, with feedback due by noon on Friday, October 15, 2021.

• Approved a '4-hour rule' request to explore a property tax assistance program (unanimous)
• Scheduled anti-discrimination ordinance for October 18, 2021 board meeting
• Set ARPA funding feedback deadline for noon on Friday, October 15, 2021
• Discussed potential use of rollback taxes for conservation easements

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a contract to administer the Affordable Housing Preservation Fund and receive updates on COVID-19 response. The agenda also includes approving construction contracts for the North Regional Library Renovation.

• Construction contract for North Regional Library Renovation
• $304,266 federal grant for Wake County Sheriff’s Office positions
• Contract to administer the Affordable Housing Preservation Fund
• Three additional staff positions for the CCBI DNA Laboratory
• Software licensing agreement with CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc.

The Wake County Board of Commissioners approved a multi-year contract with Self-Help Ventures Fund to administer the Affordable Housing Preservation Fund and approved a $10.5 million loan to capitalize it. The board also approved several proclamations, a consent agenda, and appointments to various boards. An update on redistricting was presented, with a public comment period scheduled for October 18.

• Approved contract with Self-Help Ventures Fund to administer Affordable Housing Preservation Fund (7-0)
• Approved $10.5 million loan to Self-Help Ventures Fund to capitalize the fund (7-0)
• Approved National Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation (7-0)
• Approved Breast Cancer Awareness Month proclamation (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including library renovation contract, CGI software agreement, and other items (7-0)
• Reappointed Marvin Butler to City of Raleigh Board of Adjustment
• Reappointed seven members to Fire Commission
• Appointed Edward Buchan to Wake County Water Partnership and Emma Gardner to Wendell Planning Board

Board of Commissioners

The Growth & Sustainability Committee is reviewing minutes from its August 16, 2021 meeting. The committee will also receive updates regarding Voluntary Agricultural Districts (VAD), the 100,000 Tree Initiative, and PLANWake.

• Approval of the August 16, 2021, meeting minutes
• Voluntary Agricultural Districts (VAD) and Enhanced VAD update
• 2021 VAD Statute Update
• 100,000 Tree Initiative update
• PLANWake update

Board of Commissioners

The Arts & Culture Committee will review a presentation regarding the 2027 World University Games bid and consider updates to the Public Art Policy. The meeting also includes United Arts updates and a report on board goals.

• Approval of April 12, 2021 minutes
• 2027 World University Games Bid presentation
• Public Art Policy update and refinement considerations
• United Arts updates
• Board Goals update

Board of Commissioners

This agenda pertains to a joint meeting of the Affordable Housing and Human Services Committees held remotely. The provided document contains no specific discussion items or decisions.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a business development grant for Apple Inc. and a community transportation program grant application. The agenda also includes approvals for various construction contracts and schematic designs for public safety facilities.

• Public hearing for Apple Inc. business development grant agreement
• Construction contract award for Oak City Center Expansion Project
• Schematic design approval for McCullers Public Safety Facility
• Construction contract award for Wake County 2021 Multi-Site Solar PV Project
• Amendment to fee schedule for sedimentation and erosion control plan reviews

Board of Commissioners

The committee is meeting to discuss outcomes from Phase I of the HouseWake! Strategic Plan and receive an update on Phase II. Members will also review progress regarding data collection and research efforts. Additionally, the group will discuss the design and next steps for the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee.

• HouseWake! Strategic Plan: Phase I outcomes and Phase II update
• Data collection and research progress and new efforts
• Design and next steps for the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss the Facility Naming Policy. The meeting also included reviews of schematic designs for the Garner Main Regional EMS Station and the McCullers Public Safety Station.

• Facility Naming Policy
• Schematic Design for Garner Main Regional EMS Station
• Schematic Design for McCullers Public Safety Station
• Community Engagement and Outreach

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several housing revenue notes and bonds totaling over $56 million. The agenda also includes land acquisition for a new EMS station in Cary and grant agreements for Amgen Inc. Additionally, the board will review funding for library replacements and body-worn cameras.

• Land acquisition of +/- 2.49 acres at 819 and 821 Kildaire Farm Road for a new EMS station
• $30,800,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Chandler Ridge Apartments
• $26,100,000 in multifamily housing revenue notes for The Sussex
• $200,000 BJA grant funds for WCSO body-worn cameras
• $143,400 municipal reimbursement for Eva Perry Regional Library replacements

The Wake County Board of Commissioners approved a $4,000,000 loan for the King's Ridge Apartments permanent supportive housing project in Raleigh, funded from the Behavioral Health committed Fund Balance. The board also approved a Business Development Grant Agreement with Amgen Inc. for a new manufacturing facility in Holly Springs, creating 355 jobs, and approved resolutions for two housing authority bond issuances (The Sussex and Chandler Ridge Apartments). All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $4M loan for King's Ridge Apartments supportive housing (7-0)
• Approved Business Development Grant Agreement with Amgen Inc. for Holly Springs facility (7-0)
• Approved resolution for $30.8M housing revenue bonds for Chandler Ridge Apartments (7-0)
• Approved resolution affirming TEFRA approval for $26.1M housing revenue note for The Sussex (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including land acquisition, leases, and grants (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of previous meetings (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Great Government Committee is meeting to discuss broadband digital literacy and affordability. The agenda also includes an update on the WakeUP! Initiative and community organization funding.

• Update on WakeUP! Initiative
• Broadband: Digital Literacy and Affordability discussion
• Community Organization Funding: A New Path discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Wake County Public Safety Committee is meeting to review progress on public safety related board goals. The committee will also address reentry services.

• Reentry Services
• Public Safety Related Board Goals - Progress and Planning

Board of Commissioners

The Wake County Human Services Committee will meet to discuss Alliance Health FY21 performance indicators. The committee will also receive a COVID-19 update.

• Review of Alliance Health FY21 Performance Indicators
• COVID-19 update

Board of Commissioners

The Growth & Sustainability Committee will discuss a rowing facility at Harris Lake County Park. The meeting also includes reviews of the Northeastern Wake County Rural Microtransit Service Plan and an update to the Wake County One Water Plan.

• Rowing Facility at Harris Lake County Park
• Northeastern Wake County Rural Microtransit Service Plan
• Wake County One Water Plan Update
• Approval of June 21, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing various funding allocations and grant acceptances. This includes items related to COVID-19 vaccine activities and rental assistance. The agenda also covers capital improvement plans for Wake Tech and Wake County Public Schools.

• $4,000,000 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
• $504,830 construction contract for North Wake Landfill improvements
• $75,000 in supplemental funding for COVID-19 vaccine activities
• Wake Tech land conveyance for affordable housing
• Multi-year contract with Stafford Transport of NC for the East Wake Transfer Station

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the FY2022 capital improvement plans for Wake Technical Community College ($95.5M) and Wake County Public Schools ($347.3M), including construction funding for new schools and major renovations. The board also accepted the Wake County Behavioral Health Plan FY22-FY23, established a Landlord Engagement Unit with 3 new positions, and approved a consent agenda with multiple grant acceptances and budget appropriations. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $95.5M Wake Tech FY22 capital plan (7-0)
• Approved $347.3M WCPSS FY22 capital program (7-0)
• Accepted Wake County Behavioral Health Plan FY22-FY23 (7-0)
• Established Landlord Engagement Unit with 3 FTEs (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including COVID-19 relief funds and grants (7-0)
• Received child fatality prevention annual report (7-0)
• Reappointed Nicole Jarvis Miller and appointed Michelle Norris to Capital Area Workforce Development (7-0)
• Approved September vacancies for county boards (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss several items. The agenda includes updates on the Wake County Behavioral Health Plan, 2021 Board Goals, and the Landlord Engagement Unit.

• Wake County Behavioral Health Plan
• 2021 Board Goals Update
• Landlord Engagement Unit

The Wake County Board of Commissioners held a work session on August 9, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. They reviewed the Wake County Behavioral Health Plan for FY22-FY23, an update on 2021 Board Goals, and a proposal for a Landlord Engagement Unit. The board also discussed a potential partnership with Shaw University for a cybersecurity program, with staff directed to prepare a letter of support.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; work session only
• Reviewed Wake County Behavioral Health Plan FY22-FY23
• Received 2021 Board Goals update
• Discussed Landlord Engagement Unit proposal
• Staff to prepare letter of support for Shaw University cybersecurity program

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider land acquisition for a new EMS station in Apex and a construction contract for Historic Yates Mill County Park. The agenda also includes reviewing grant awards and various committee appointments.

• Land acquisition at 7001 Apex Barbecue Road for a new EMS station
• $3,940,000 construction contract for the Aquatic Propagation Facility
• FY2022 funding agreement with UNC Health and Alliance Health
• Electric utility easement to Duke Energy Progress, LLC in Wendell

The Board of Commissioners accepted a $13 million check from the Wake County Alcohol Beverage Control Board, which reported sales up 7% and contributions to WakeBrook, nonprofits, and municipalities. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included items such as a CDC grant, a Duke Energy easement, land acquisition for an EMS station, a $3.94 million construction contract for Yates Mill, and a behavioral health funding agreement. Additionally, the board made several appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions.

• Accepted $13 million check from ABC Board
• Approved consent agenda including CDC grant, Duke Energy easement, EMS station land purchase, Yates Mill construction contract, and WakeBrook funding agreement
• Reappointed Betty P. Whitaker to ABC Board
• Reappointed Perry Safran and appointed Pamela Townsend to Centennial Authority
• Appointed Stephen Hepler to Citizens Energy Advisory Commission
• Appointed four members to Fire Commission
• Appointed Sheri Erhart to Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Reappointed Otis Allen to Library Commission

Board of Commissioners

The Growth & Sustainability Committee met to discuss several infrastructure and property updates. Agenda items included updates on Complete 540, the Triangle Bikeway, B.W. Wells, and the RDU 286 property. The committee also reviewed minutes from the April 19, 2021 meeting.

• Complete 540 Update
• Triangle Bikeway Update
• B.W. Wells
• RDU 286 Property Update
• Approval of April 19, 2021 minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding a $584,065,000 installment financing agreement and land use amendments at 900 Knotts Hill Place. The agenda also includes the appropriation of federal COVID-19 relief funds for emergency rental assistance.

• Public hearing on $584,065,000 installment financing agreement
• Rezoning of 10.08 acres at 900 Knotts Hill Place
• Proposed $171,900,000 General Obligation Bond Anticipation Note
• Appropriation of federal COVID-19 relief funds for emergency rental assistance
• Disposition of three county properties for affordable housing

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing an installment financing agreement not to exceed $584,065,000 to fund Wake County Public School System capital needs for FY2022 and FY2023. The board also approved a rezoning and land use plan amendment for 900 Knotts Hill Place, allowing up to 40 single-family homes. Additionally, the board authorized a funding agreement with Alliance Health for behavioral health services up to $17,545,997.

• Approved a resolution for a 2021 Installment Financing Agreement not to exceed $584,065,000 for school construction and equipping.
• Adopted Land Use Plan Amendment 01-21, reclassifying 900 Knotts Hill Pl from Residential Less Than 1.5 Units Per Acre to Residential 1.5 to 4 Units Per Acre.
• Approved rezoning petition PLG-RZ-001350-2019, changing the 10.08-acre parcel at 900 Knotts Hill Place from R-30 to CU-R-10.
• Authorized the County Manager to enter a funding agreement with Alliance Health for behavioral health services not to exceed $17,545,997.
• Approved the consent agenda, including contracts, software licensing, property dispositions, and budget appropriations.
• Approved the Wake County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Annual Plan for FY 2021-2022.
• Approved budget revisions to FY 2021 funds, including acceptance of $15,248,693.30 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance 2 funds.
• Approved the revised 2021 Board of Commissioners' meeting schedule.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The agenda also included the Community Capital Competitive Process and a funding request for North Carolina Freedom Park.

• American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 discussion
• Community Capital Competitive Process review
• North Carolina Freedom Park funding request

The Wake County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss COVID-19 response, small business relief, broadband, and hospitality support. No formal votes were taken; staff presented recommendations for future action, including a $2.45 million small business loan closeout, a broadband consultant RFP, and ARPA fund allocations. The board expressed support for additional funding for the NC Freedom Park.

• Discussed COVID-19 response tools, vaccination strategy, and testing expenses; no formal action taken.
• Reviewed Wake Forward small business relief program; staff recommended $2.45 million to close out approved loans; no vote.
• Discussed broadband availability and equity; staff recommended issuing an RFP for a consultant; no vote.
• Discussed allocating ARPA funds to GRCVB ($2.67M) and Centennial Authority ($1.39M) for lost revenue; no vote.
• Reviewed Phase Now appropriations totaling $52.675M; no formal action taken.
• Discussed Community Capital competitive process for FY2022; no formal action taken.
• Heard request to affirm $25,000 and authorize additional $100,000 for NC Freedom Park; board expressed support but no vote.

Board of Commissioners

The Human Services Committee met remotely to discuss developing strategies for economic mobility and inclusive prosperity. The agenda also included an open discussion period.

• Developing Strategies for Economic Mobility & Inclusive Prosperity

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider adopting Fiscal Year 2022 operating budgets, capital improvement projects, and personnel authorization ordinances. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding the Unified Development Ordinance and a business development grant for Gilead Sciences, Inc.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2022 operating budgets and capital improvement projects
• Proposed installment financing agreement not to exceed $584,065,000
• Five-year contract with GFL Environmental for the solid waste convenience center program
• Business development grant agreement for Invitae Corporation
• Relocation of two cemeteries from Durant Road to Oakwood Cemetery

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the FY 2022 operating budgets, capital improvement projects, special revenue projects, and personnel authorization ordinances. The board also approved a business development grant agreement with Gilead Sciences for a new office in North Hills, and adopted a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance to comply with state law Chapter 160D.

• Adopted FY 2022 operating budgets, capital projects, and personnel ordinances (7-0)
• Approved Business Development Grant Agreement with Gilead Sciences (7-0)
• Adopted UDO text amendment OA-01-21 to incorporate Chapter 160D (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Crooked Creek road assessments, cemetery relocation, Invitae grant, and GFL contract (7-0)
• Reappointed members to Capital Area Workforce Development, Citizens Energy Advisory Commission, and other boards
• Appointed Dr. David Johnson to Capital Area Workforce Development
• Appointed Ronald Cole to Knightdale Land Use Review Board
• Appointed Nancy Daly to Wake County Water Partnership

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a remote budget work session. Superintendent Moore is scheduled to present topics related to the FY2022 budget.

• Budget presentation from Superintendent Moore regarding FY2022 budget topics

The Board of Commissioners held a budget work session, hearing a presentation from WCPSS requesting an $11.9 million increase in county funding. Staff presented adjustments to the FY22 recommended budget, including reallocating $1.6 million for 14.165 new FTEs and appropriating $2.5 million for two consultant studies. No formal votes were taken; the board will consider the budget for adoption at the June 7 meeting.

• Heard WCPSS request for $11.9 million increase in county appropriation
• Reviewed FY22 budget adjustments including $1.6 million reallocation for 14.165 FTEs
• Reviewed appropriation of $2.5 million for two consultant studies (behavioral health data sharing and detention medical study)
• Discussed library page wages and WCPSS funding; no action taken
• Scheduled budget adoption for June 7 regular meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Public Safety Committee agenda for May 17, 2021, provides limited detail on its scheduled topics. The meeting includes the approval of April 6, 2021 minutes and items regarding a local reentry council, a DNA lab, and arrestee photographs.

• Approval of April 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Wake County Local Reentry Council
• DNA Lab
• Arrestee Photographs

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding the FY2022 recommended budget and a request to relocate two cemeteries from Durant Road to Oakwood Cemetery. The agenda also includes the appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act funds and business development grants.

• Public hearing on the FY2022 recommended budget
• Appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act federal relief funds
• Business Development Grant Agreement for Invitae Corporation
• Cemetery relocation request for 12801 and 12841 Durant Road
• Approval of EMS Deputy Medical Director services contract

The Board approved a $25.8 million appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act funds for COVID-19 response and economic relief, including $20.5 million for public health operations, $2.45 million for small business support, $1.1 million for food security, and $1.3 million for hospitality support. The motion also un-appropriated $10 million in previously allocated fund balance. Several public hearings were held and left open until May 18, 2021, including for a business development grant to Invitae Corporation and a cemetery relocation request.

• Approved $25.8M ARPA appropriation for COVID-19 response (7-0)
• Un-appropriated $10M fund balance previously set aside for COVID-19 gap funding (7-0)
• Held public hearing on Crooked Creek road assessments; left open until May 18 (7-0)
• Held public hearing on Invitae business development grant; left open until May 18 (7-0)
• Held public hearing on cemetery relocation at Durant Road; left open until May 18 (7-0)
• Held public hearing on FY2022 budget; left open until May 18 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including EMS contract, psychological services, and budget amendments (7-0)
• Adopted Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage proclamation (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

This is a remote budget work session for the Wake County Board of Commissioners. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Fiscal Year 2021 Sales Tax and the Community Organization Funding Process.

• Fiscal Year 2021 Sales Tax
• Community Organization Funding Process

The Board of Commissioners held a budget work session to review a proposed $67 million allocation of FY21 sales tax surplus, including $22.7 million to fund balance, $12.3 million to WCPSS debt, and $32 million for one-time initiatives. No formal votes were taken; the board provided feedback and will vote on the budget amendment on May 17. The board also discussed a recommendation to fund 17 community organizations with a 4% increase, with a final decision pending.

• Reviewed $67M FY21 sales tax surplus allocation proposal (no vote)
• Discussed $32M allocation for one-time initiatives including $12M for public health facility
• Reviewed community organization funding recommendation with 4% increase for 17 organizations (no vote)
• Scheduled budget amendment vote for May 17

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the County Manager's recommended budget for fiscal year 2022 and receive an update on the COVID-19 response. The agenda also includes consideration of ordinance amendments and several lease agreements.

• Business Development Grant Agreement for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies U.S.A., Inc.
• Amendments to building regulations and historic preservation ordinances
• Lease extension for the Southgate Library Facility at 1601 Crosslink Road
• Approval of the Wake County 2021 Annual Action Plan
• New lease approval for Capital Area Workforce Development at 5942 Six Forks Road

The Board of Commissioners approved the agenda, minutes, and consent agenda unanimously. The County Manager presented the FY22 Recommended Budget, which was accepted. The board also approved a business development grant agreement for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies, amendments to building and historic preservation ordinances, a lease extension for Southgate Library, a new lease for Capital Area Workforce Development, the 2021 Annual Action Plan, and tax committee recommendations. Appointments and reappointments to various boards were made.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 5 and April 12 meetings (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved business development grant agreement for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies (7-0)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 150 Buildings Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 151 Historic Preservation Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved Southgate Library lease extension (7-0)
• Approved lease for Capital Area Workforce Development at 5942 Six Forks Road (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only a notice for a remote press conference. No other meeting items or discussions are documented in the text.

Board of Commissioners

The April 26, 2021, Affordable Housing Committee agenda consists only of procedural items. The meeting is limited to receiving updates and adjournment.

Board of Commissioners

The Great Government Committee met to discuss language-based assistance in human services, board support services, and the community organization funding process. The committee also reviewed minutes from its February 22, 2021 meeting.

• Human Services Language-based Assistance and Supports
• Board Support Services
• Community Organization Funding Process

Board of Commissioners

The Growth & Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss transit, land conservation, and stormwater management. The agenda includes the GoPass program for school system employees and the Williamson Preserve project. The committee will also receive an update on stormwater management.

• GoPass for Wake County Public School System Employees
• NextGen: Williamson Preserve
• Comprehensive Storm Water Management Update
• Rollback Taxes for Open Space

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a business development grant for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies U.S.A., Inc. and affordable housing rental loans. The agenda also includes discussions on road improvements for Mallard Crossing Subdivision and updates to building and historic preservation ordinances.

• Business Development Grant Agreement for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies U.S.A., Inc.
• Affordable housing rental development loans
• Amendments to Building Regulations and Historic Preservation ordinances
• Acquisition of Tippett and Mitchell properties through the Open Space Program
• Road improvement assessments for Mallard Crossing Subdivision

The Wake County Board of Commissioners approved $10.4 million in loans to support six affordable housing developments, including family and senior housing, contingent on state tax credits and local approvals. The board also held public hearings on road assessments, building code amendments, and historic preservation changes, deferring final decisions to May 3. Consent agenda items included contract renewals and property acquisitions.

• Approved $150,000 loan for Thrive at Renaissance in Raleigh
• Approved $4,950,000 loan for Sportsmanship Crossing in Holly Springs
• Approved $2,250,000 loan for New Bern Crossings in Raleigh
• Approved $660,000 loan for Villas at Wake Forest Crossing in Wake Forest
• Approved $1,600,000 loan for Abbey Spring in Apex
• Approved $775,000 loan for The Carrington in Zebulon
• Held public hearing on Mallard Crossing road assessments, continued to May 3
• Held public hearings on building code and historic preservation amendments, continued to May 3

Board of Commissioners

The Arts and Culture Committee met to discuss the Wake County Public Art Project and United Arts updates. The committee also reviewed arts and culture goals, metrics, and a work plan.

• Approval of June 17, 2019 meeting minutes
• Wake County Public Art Project update
• United Arts update
• Review of arts and culture goals, metrics, and work plan

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss several topics. These included follow-up discussions on Pre-K funding and the Wake County Housing Preservation Fund. The agenda also addressed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

• Follow-up discussion on Pre-K funding
• Wake County Housing Preservation Fund
• American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Board of Commissioners held a work session and gave direction to continue developing cost estimates for a 3-year-old pre-K program and a childcare subsidy, with Chair Calabria stating the board supports including pre-K in the upcoming budget. Staff presented details on a proposed Wake County Housing Preservation Fund and the county's $217 million allocation from the American Rescue Plan Act, but no formal votes were taken. The meeting was informational and procedural, with decisions expected at future meetings.

• Directed staff to continue developing cost estimates for 3-year-old pre-K and childcare subsidy
• Chair Calabria stated board support for pre-K program in FY22 budget
• Heard presentation on Wake County Housing Preservation Fund (no action taken)
• Heard presentation on American Rescue Plan Act funding allocation (no action taken)

Board of Commissioners

The Public Safety Committee will review public safety goals, metrics, and a work plan. The committee will also receive an update regarding the Fire Tax District.

• Approval of February 10, 2020, meeting minutes
• Review of public safety goals, metrics, and work plan
• Fire Tax District Public Safety Committee update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a remote budget retreat to discuss long-term financial planning. The meeting included discussions regarding the Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program and a debt and capital update.

• Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program discussion
• Debt and Capital Update

The Board of Commissioners held a budget retreat focused on capital improvement programs and debt planning. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting consisted of presentations and discussion on the county's 7-year capital plan, including Wake Tech's $654.9 million program, WCPSS estimates, and debt policies. Staff shared updates and next steps for future budget cycles.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during the retreat
• Reviewed 7-year capital improvement program
• Discussed Wake Tech's $654.9 million capital program
• Noted no changes to WCPSS FY22-27 estimates, FY28 estimate added
• Discussed debt and capital model updates for FY22-FY28

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider approving the PLANWake Comprehensive Plan and several property donations for open space. The agenda also includes a joint use plan with the Town of Morrisville and updates on COVID-19 emergency food response.

• Approval of Wake County Comprehensive Plan - PLANWake
• Donation of Bluffs at West Oaks HOA Property for open space and greenway connection
• MOU amendment with the Town of Morrisville regarding Convenience Center #3
• Acquisition of Wake Equity LLC property through the Open Space Program
• Tax Committee recommendations for value adjustments and tax relief

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the Wake County Comprehensive Plan (PLANWake), a donation of Bluffs at West Oaks HOA property for open space, and other routine items. They also approved a $1,301,000 agreement to purchase the Wake Equity LLC property for open space, funded partly by NCDOT 540 Settlement funds. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 1 and March 8 meetings.
• Approved the consent agenda, including PLANWake, the Bluffs at West Oaks HOA property donation, and other items.
• Authorized the County Manager to execute a $1,301,000 agreement to purchase the Wake Equity property for open space.
• Appropriated $260,200 of NCDOT 540 Settlement funding for the open space purchase.
• Approved appointments to various boards and received the list of upcoming vacancies for May.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a budget retreat. The agenda includes discussions regarding the FY 2022 operating budget and an update on the Fire Tax District.

• FY 2022 Operating Budget
• Fire Tax District Update

The Board of Commissioners held a budget retreat to review the FY22 operating budget, focusing on revenue projections, expenditure requests, and the fire tax district. No formal votes were taken; the board discussed budget priorities and received updates on the fire tax district's sustainability challenges. The county manager noted the budget vote will occur at the second meeting in June.

• No formal decisions were made; the retreat was for discussion and review of the FY22 operating budget.
• The board reviewed FY22 revenue projections, including a 5% positive variance in projected revenues from development and sales tax.
• The board discussed the fire tax district's long-term sustainability issues and projected tax rate outlook.
• The county manager stated the FY22 budget vote will take place at the second meeting in June.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners and Board of Education held a joint meeting. The agenda included an overview of Wake County PreK programs and a COVID-19 update.

• Overview of PreK Programs in Wake County
• COVID-19 Update

Board of Commissioners

The Human Services Committee, chaired by James West, will discuss proposed committee priorities. The meeting includes briefings on strategies CHV 1.1, CHV 3.1, and CHV 4.1.

• Overview of Proposed Committee Priorities
• Briefing and overview of Strategies CHV 1.1, CHV 3.1, and CHV 4.1

Board of Commissioners

The Board will conduct a public hearing to consider the PLANWake Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes reviewing rights-of-way closures near Wake Tech's Southern Campus and building inspection agreements with several towns.

• Public hearing for the PLANWake Comprehensive Plan
• Closure of Tech Road and Daffodil Drive rights-of-way near Wake Tech’s Southern Campus
• Building inspection interlocal agreements with Knightdale, Rolesville, Wendell, and Zebulon
• Funding agreement with the City of Raleigh for Crabtree Creek West Greenway
• Appropriation of funds associated with COVID-19 response

The Board of Commissioners approved the Wake County Comprehensive Plan (PLANWake) and directed staff to continue receiving public comments until March 23, 2021, with the item to be placed on the April 5, 2021 agenda. The board also approved a $20 million appropriation from the General Fund fund balance and accepted $2,470,760 from NCDHHS for COVID-19 vaccination operations. Additionally, the board adopted a resolution supporting the inclusion of natural hair and hairstyles in the county's Employee Discrimination Policy.

• Approved the Wake County Comprehensive Plan - PLANWake as presented, with continued public comments until March 23, 2021.
• Approved $20,000,000 from fund balance for COVID-19 response costs.
• Accepted and appropriated $2,470,760 from NCDHHS for vaccination operations.
• Adopted a resolution supporting natural hair and hairstyles in the Employee Discrimination Policy.
• Approved the agenda with an added resolution expressing love and support for the Asian-American and Pacific Islander Community.
• Approved the minutes of the Board of Commissioners' Retreats of January 7, 8, and 29, 2021.
• Approved the consent agenda, including closure of Tech Road and Daffodil Drive rights-of-way, interlocal agreements for building inspections, and other items.
• Adopted proclamations for Women's History Month and the resolution expressing love and support for the Asian-American and Pacific Islander Community.

Board of Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and standard meeting items. No specific business topics or decisions are listed.

Board of Commissioners

This remote work session includes updates regarding Pre-K and the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau. The agenda also covers economic development and committee reports.

• Pre-K update
• Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau update
• Economic Development Update
• Committee Reports and Policy Workflow Items

The Board of Commissioners approved a policy workflow request to add staff capacity for a comprehensive stormwater management initiative, with all present commissioners voting in favor. The initiative includes participating in a One Water pilot project, coordinating with municipalities, and evaluating strategies. The board also received updates on Pre-K funding scenarios, tourism recovery, and economic development, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved additional staff capacity for the Comprehensive Stormwater Management Initiative (Commissioner Hutchinson), with all present commissioners voting yes.
• Received a Pre-K update with revised data showing 86% coverage of income-eligible 4-year-olds, but no funding decision was made.
• Heard an update from the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau on tourism recovery, with no formal action taken.
• Received an economic development update from Wake County Economic Development, with no formal action taken.

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the closure of rights-of-way on Tech Road and Daffodil Drive. The meeting also includes reviewing tax committee recommendations and approving various committee appointments. Additionally, the board will receive an update on the county's COVID-19 vaccine response.

• Public hearing on the closure of Tech Road and Daffodil Drive near Wake Tech’s Southern Campus
• Authorization for Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau to use designated reserves
• Amendment to funding agreement for Forestville Road Athletic Park in Knightdale
• Renaming of Cameron Village Regional Library to Village Regional Library
• Sole source contract for a module for the County’s ERP system

The Board held a public hearing and approved the closure of the public rights-of-way of Tech Road and Daffodil Drive near Wake Tech's southern campus, directing staff to continue receiving comments until March 2 and to place the item on the March 15 agenda. The Board also adopted a resolution recognizing March 3, 2021 as a Day of Reflection for COVID-19, and approved the consent agenda, which included items such as authorizing use of reserves by the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau, amending a funding agreement for Forestville Road Athletic Park, and renaming Cameron Village Regional Library to Village Regional Library. All votes were 6-0 with Vice-Chair Adamson absent.

• Approved closure of Tech Road and Daffodil Drive rights-of-way (Petition ROW-C-01-20) and directed staff to continue public comments until March 2, 2021, with item on March 15 agenda.
• Adopted resolution recognizing March 3, 2021 as a Day of Reflection commemorating the first North Carolinian diagnosed with COVID-19.
• Approved consent agenda, including authorization for Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau to use designated reserves.
• Approved amendment to funding agreement for Forestville Road Athletic Park in Knightdale.
• Approved sole source contract to add a module to the County's ERP system.
• Approved resolution for Wake County to join North Carolina Investment Pool and authorize manager to enter into interlocal agreement.
• Approved renaming Cameron Village Regional Library to Village Regional Library.
• Approved memorandum of understanding with the Wake County Register of Deeds.

Board of Commissioners

The meeting agenda focuses on progress and updates regarding affordable housing. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances were listed for discussion.

• Affordable Housing progress and updates

The Affordable Housing Committee met to review the county's comprehensive 20-year affordable housing plan, including progress updates, funding, and programs like House Wake and Hotels 2 Housing. No formal decisions were made; the only motion was to approve the agenda, which passed 3-0 with three members recused and one absent.

• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0, with 3 recused and 1 absent)

Board of Commissioners

The Great Government Committee will discuss a hair policy proposal and the demographics of board appointments. The committee is also scheduled to address board support services.

• Hair Policy Proposal
• Demographics of Board Appointments
• Board Support Services

The Great Government Committee discussed a proposal to update Wake County's discrimination policy to explicitly address hair discrimination, with staff recommending the County Manager consider the change and pass a supporting resolution. The committee also reviewed demographics of board appointments and board support services, with members suggesting better advertising and diversity efforts. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the December 2, 2019 committee minutes.

• Approved minutes of December 2, 2019 Great Government Committee meeting
• Discussed staff recommendation to update policy addressing hair discrimination and pass a resolution
• Reviewed demographics of board appointments and discussed improving diversity and advertising
• Discussed board support services and identified constituent services as a priority

Board of Commissioners

The provided agenda for the February 17, 2021, meeting is limited to a notice for a press conference. No other legislative items or discussions are listed in the text.

Board of Commissioners

The Growth & Sustainability Committee will address the RDU 286 Property and a Comprehensive/Integrated Stormwater Management Plan. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the February 17, 2020 meeting.

• RDU 286 Property
• Comprehensive/Integrated Stormwater Management Plan
• Approval of February 17, 2020 meeting minutes

The Growth & Sustainability Committee approved moving forward with the RDU 286 property process and a comprehensive stormwater management plan, both to be presented to the full board. The meeting was procedural, with no final votes recorded.

• Approved RDU 286 property process to move forward
• Approved comprehensive stormwater management plan to move forward
• Approved future committee meeting dates

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a proposal for up to $218,000,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds. The agenda also includes contract awards for infrastructure projects and the establishment of 92 new full-time positions in the EMS Department.

• Proposed $218,000,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• $544,000 contract for Marbles Kids Museum Campus chiller replacements
• $2,398,797.70 contract for RTP South Reclaimed Waterline Project
• Establishment of 92 full-time positions in the EMS Department
• Sale of 736 Hunter Street to the Town of Apex

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda that included issuing up to $218 million in general obligation refunding bonds, awarding construction contracts for chiller replacements at Marbles Kids Museum and the RTP South reclaimed waterline project, and establishing 92 new EMS positions. They also approved the schematic design for Beech Bluff County Park and the 2021 Board Goals and Objectives. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2021 GO Refunding Bonds up to $218M (unanimous)
• Awarded $544,000 chiller replacement contract to Jeff Hargett Mechanical (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,398,797.70 RTP South waterline contract to Pipeline Utilities Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized MOU with Morrisville for co-located EMS station (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 736 Hunter St. property to Town of Apex for $467,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 loan to Families Together for duplex rehab (unanimous)
• Established 92 FTE positions in EMS Department (unanimous)
• Approved schematic design for Beech Bluff County Park (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Wake County Board of Commissioners is holding a remote work session. The meeting includes discussions on the S-Line rail opportunity, revisions to board goals, and an update on COVID response funding.

• S-Line rail expansion opportunity
• Board goals final revisions
• COVID response funding update

The board heard a presentation on the S-Line rail corridor and discussed contributing $75,000 to a transit-oriented development planning grant, but took no formal action. Staff indicated interest in the contribution, pending future approval. The meeting also included updates on 2021 board goals and COVID-19 relief fund spending, with no votes taken.

• No formal votes taken; all items were informational or discussion-only
• Discussed potential $75,000 contribution to S-Line TOD planning grant (no action)
• Reviewed draft 2021 board goals; revisions to be presented Feb 15
• Received COVID-19 relief funding update; no funding changes approved

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of items, including the issuance of up to $377,185,000 in limited obligation bonds, acceptance of $19.27 million in federal rental assistance and $294,972 for vaccination operations, and several land use changes (UDO amendment, land use plan amendment, and rezoning of 227 acres). They also approved two grave relocations, a sewer easement sale, a road closure resolution, a fire/EMS station MOU, and various board appointments. A public hearing on the 2021 Annual Action Plan was held and remains open until February 2.

• Approved issuance of 2021 Limited Obligation Bonds up to $377,185,000 (unanimous)
• Accepted $19,271,572.40 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance funds and $294,972 for COVID-19 vaccination operations (unanimous)
• Approved UDO Amendment 03-20 allowing hardware stores and veterinary services in Residential-40 Watershed district (unanimous)
• Approved Land Use Plan Amendment 03-20 for 227 acres relinquished by Raleigh ETJ (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 227 acres south of Tryon Road to Residential-40 Watershed (unanimous)
• Approved disinterment and relocation of 4 graves from 7545 White Oak Road to Oakwood Cemetery (unanimous)
• Approved disinterment and relocation of 2 graves from 1323 South Franklin Street to Friendship Chapel Church cemetery (unanimous)
• Approved sewer easement conveyance to City of Raleigh for $39,323 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Wake County Board of Commissioners held a remote retreat on January 29, 2021. The agenda focused on discussing a recap and framework.

• Review of recap and framework

The Wake County Board of Commissioners held a retreat to discuss and refine its 2021 goals and initiatives, covering areas such as community health, economic strength, education, public safety, growth, and government. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the session was for discussion and consensus-building. The board reviewed draft goals and heard staff presentations, with commissioners offering feedback and suggestions for additions.

• No formal votes or binding decisions taken during retreat
• Discussed merging Community Health and Social & Economic Vitality goals
• Reviewed draft 2021 goals across six areas
• Commissioners suggested additions (e.g., treatment for pregnant women, healthy lifestyles, food systems)
• Agreed to email changes to staff for goal refinement

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a large-scale bond proposal and several land use amendments. The agenda also includes votes on ambulance franchise renewals and funding agreements for watershed property purchases.

• Public hearing for $377,185,000 in proposed 2021 Limited Obligation Bonds
• Rezoning of approximately 227 acres south of Tryon Road to R-40 Watershed
• Funding agreements for Boling/Singletary and Old Creedmoor Road property purchases
• Amendment to allow hardware stores and veterinary services in R-40 Watershed districts
• Requests for the relocation of graves on White Oak Road and South Franklin Street

The Wake County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $129,222,146 appropriation for Wake County Public School System capital projects, including construction funding for Fuller Elementary and Apex Friendship Elementary, and preliminary design for RTP Middle School. The board also opened a public hearing on a proposed $377,185,000 Limited Obligation Bond issuance to refinance existing short-term financing and fund school and community college improvements, with final approval scheduled for February 1, 2021. Additionally, the board approved two non-emergency ambulance franchise renewals, two land conservation funding agreements, and a $2.55 million federal watershed rehabilitation grant.

• Approved $129,222,146 for WCPSS capital projects (7-0)
• Opened public hearing for $377,185,000 Limited Obligation Bonds (7-0)
• Approved Priority Care Ambulance franchise renewal for 5 years (7-0)
• Approved Jan-Care Ambulance franchise for 5 years (7-0)
• Appropriated $400,000 for Boling/Singletary property purchase (7-0)
• Appropriated $836,000 for Old Creedmoor Road property purchase (7-0)
• Accepted $2,553,310 USDA watershed rehabilitation grant (7-0)
• Approved UDO amendment allowing hardware stores and vet services in R-40W district (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

This remote work session includes discussions regarding the South Wake Landfill Odor Management and Control Plan and services provided to veterans in Wake County. The board will also discuss Downtown South and 2021 board agendas and processes.

• South Wake Landfill Odor Management and Control Plan
• Services Provided to Veterans in Wake County
• Downtown South
• Board Agendas and Process in 2021

The Board of Commissioners held a work session with no formal votes. They received updates on the South Wake Landfill odor management plan, including a new odor-neutralizing system and a community survey, and discussed veterans services, including support for a task force to explore additional services. The Downtown South project presentation was continued to the January 19 regular meeting due to technical difficulties.

• Received update on South Wake Landfill odor control, including new misting system and survey timeline
• Supported Vice-Chair Adamson moving forward with a task force on additional veteran services
• Continued Downtown South discussion to January 19 regular meeting
• Tabled Board Agendas and Process discussion to next meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a remote retreat on January 8, 2021. The agenda included a discussion regarding proposed changes to the board's goal structure.

• Proposed goal structure changes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a remote retreat to review specific materials. The agenda included a demographics presentation and an item titled 'Stronger Together'.

• Demographics Presentation
• Stronger Together

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider bond proposals and funding requests for apartment projects in Apex and Garner. The agenda includes a construction contract award for election office renovations and public hearings for ambulance franchises. The board will also receive an update on the COVID-19 response.

• Proposed 2021 Limited Obligation Bonds up to $377,185,000
• $3,348,300 construction contract for Board of Elections Renovations, Phase II
• $60,000 Alliance Health funding for EMS data sharing project
• Funding requests for Broadstone Walk Apartments and Pine Ridge Apartments
• Public hearings for non-emergency ambulance franchise renewals