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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Holly Springs public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
State Tax Cap Legislation Risk
Proposals in the General Assembly could cap how much towns can raise property tax rates, threatening future funding for big projects like Eagles Landing Park and Fire Station 4. Council weighed whether a 2027 bond could lock in capacity before any caps take effect.
FY27 Budget Revenue Slowdown
Property tax growth is projected at 4% instead of the usual 8%, leaving about $1.7 million less revenue growth for FY27. Expected revenue growth of $3.7 million will be mostly consumed by raises, insurance, retirement contributions, and new facility operating costs.
2026 Legislative Agenda
The Council's advocacy agenda pushes for a new U.S. 1 interchange, wastewater expansion funding, a new elevated water tank, housing affordability partnerships with Wake County, and a heavy rescue fire truck for the highways.