Groundwater: A Vital Resource
This week kicks off Groundwater Awareness Week and, as a shared natural resource vital for protection as our area grows and develops, WakeUP wants to make sure you know what it is and why it’s important for us to consider within planning and development decisions. What is Groundwater? Groundwater is …
CatchUP With our Board Chair, Tom Barrie
It’s been a busy few months to start the year as WakeUP Wake County has launched 2024 with new leadership, new energy, and a renewed focus on ensuring our area meets its rapid growth by prioritizing equity and sustainability. With current policies being decided around affordable housing, transit development, and …
Wake County Wrapped: Western Region
City: Apex By the Numbers: #12 Best Small Cities in America by Wallethub Top 3 in 2023 Highlights: Pleasant Park grand opening Stormwater Condition Assessment Completion of several Safe Routes to School sidewalks Hottest Topics: 150 year Celebration!! Transit improvements (Safe Routes to school, sidewalk improvements, GoApex growth, Vision Zero) New …
Wake County Wrapped: Southern Region
City: Fuquay-Varina By the Numbers: #3 Safest Small Town in NC by Moneygeek Top 3 in 2023 Highlights: Community Center North groundbreaking Downtown Mixed-Use Development $400,000 Local Assistance for Stormwater Infrastructure Grant Hottest Topics: Facilities Master Plan Parks and Recreation Plan Transportation (current projects) New Leaders to Watch: Jim Jones, …
Wake County Wrapped: Eastern Region
City: Knightdale By the Numbers: #21 Most Diverse Suburbs in NC by Niche Top 3 in 2023 Highlights: Flower Street Sidewalk Community Revitalization Ribbon-cutting River District Small Area Plan adopted Harper Park Inclusive Playground grand opening Hottest Topics: Downtown area development Knightdale Comprehensive Plan Update What to look for in …