We’re working to create an economically and environmentally sustainable region for future generations
Our Mission
WakeUP Wake County promotes good growth planning and sustainable, healthy communities through education, advocacy and civic engagement, advancing a higher quality of life for all.
WakeUP Wake County and RaleighForward Annual Reception
December 5, 2024 at Art Space in downtown Raleigh
Thanks again to all who attended our sold out Annual Reception in December! Attendees connected over wonderful food and refreshments and our shared goals of building a more equitable and sustainable Wake County.
WakeUP Wake County Executive Director Bert Fox and Raleigh Forward Executive Director Eric Braun presented our partnership and plans for 2025.
Vicki Been, Faculty Director of New York University’s Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy and former Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development of the City of New York gave a compelling presentation about how Wake County can learn from other cities and regions to create diverse and affordable housing options. Her talk was entitled “The Housing Supply/Affordability Crisis: What can we do about it?”
WakeUP Wake County in the News!
News and Observer Opinion Editor Ned Barnett interviewed WakeUP Wake County Executive Director Bert Fox, WakeUP Wake County Board Chair Tom Barrie, and RaleighForward Executive Director Eric Braun about their partnership and plans for 2025.
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Board Member Updates
- Rodney Swink attended the Urban Land Institute Bus Tour
- Thomas Barrie gave a talk about Mixed-Income Housing at NC State
- Nils Peterson wrote a blog titled, “Happy Trees”
- Chris Herndon recently started a new role as Chapter Director for Sierra Club North Carolina
- Samantha Krop wrote an opinion piece on how irresponsible sprawl is impacting creeks and the Falls Lake drinking water supply.
Our programs are driven by the support of the following foundations, organizations, and sponsors:
