One of the things that makes Wake County special is our high quality of life. Business leaders looking for a place to locate or expand their companies say it's a significant factor in why they choose Wake County. Families, young people and seniors also cite our quality of life as a top reason for making Wake County their home.
We're proud of our reputation as a great place to live, work, learn and play. We're committed to maintaining it now an din the year to come.
As our community of more than 1 million continues to grow rapidly, we must plan for the impact our increasing population will on the the:
- Wake County Public School System;
- Wake Tech Community College; and
- Parks, Greenways, Recreation and Open Space
That's why we brought before the voters three bond referenda on November 6, 2018 - to make sure those investments are made at the lowest cost to the taxpayers. Voters approved each bond.
Wake County Public School System
The $548 Million Bond Over the Next Two Years Would Fund the:
- Construction of New Schools;
- Renovation of Existing Ones; and
- Equipment needed to operate them
Wake Technical Community College
The $349 million bond over the next four years would enable Wake Tech to:
- Continue expansion of the new RTP campus;
- Complete training facilities used for skilled trades and law enforcement; and
- Fund campus-wide renovations and repairs
Parks, Greenways, Recreation and Open Space
The $120 million bond over the next six years would fund:
- More open space preservation;
- New greenway connections;
- New park and nature preserve construction; and
- Renovations to existing parks