Dear Wake County Citizens,
It is my honor and privilege as Chair of the Wake County Board of Commissioners to present the 2008 Annual Report. We have made great progress over the past year, following
through with goals and commitments, and meeting new demands head on. As we address economic concerns and evaluate finances, my message to you is of confidence
in the outstanding and steadfast leadership of your County government.
The theme of this year’s annual report—Planning, Leading, Achieving—captures the Board of Commissioners’ dedication to diligent governing. Together, with the citizens of Wake County and our many partners, we carefully prepare for the future, combine efforts and obtain our objectives.
Many of you hear about Wake County when there is a big announcement or a story on the evening news. These pages provide a glimpse at some of the significant efforts behind the scenes of your government. It’s our job to provide safety, care and fiscal strength, supporting you during good times and bad times, as you carry on with your lives at work and at home.
It is critical that we maintain our status as one of the best managed and most desirable places to live in the Country, and with this distinction comes responsibility. Wake County continues to be a leader among large, urbanizing counties, both in North Carolina and the nation, and we embrace this growth challenge for the opportunities it provides to our countywide community.
The late Sir Winston Churchill, Prime Minister of England, once said “It is no use saying ‘we are doing our best.’ You have got to succeed in doing what is necessary.”
As our population reaches 870,000 rest assured that your Board of Commissioners, countywide partners, volunteers and staff members, will succeed in the necessary work of Planning for the future, Leading the way through adversity and challenge, and Achieving our aims for the good of this great County.
Thank you for allowing us to serve you,
Look for your copy of the 2008 Wake County
Annual Report
in Friday, Nov. 7
News & Observer newspaper.
To request a printed copy, contact Eric Curry at:eric.curry@co.wake.nc.us or call 919-856-7550
