Mayor Pro Tem· 2023–2029 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Annie Drees
Holly Springs
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 17
- Total speaking time
- 1:32:48
- Avg per meeting
- 5:28
- Segments
- 1160
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Top issues during term (12)(Public Safety)
Fire department retains ISO Class 1 rating
May contribute to more favorable property insurance costs for residents and businesses.
E-bikes and Scooters on Greenways
Fines of $250-$500 for repeat offenses; education campaign costs absorbed by existing staff budgets.
Panhandling ordinance
Emergency vehicle access and fire-lane parking concerns in Bridgewater West
Safety and multimodal gaps in the transportation network
Small targeted safety fixes such as restriping can cost under $1 million, while corridor and network projects range from millions to $30 million.
Fire Department future needs
New fire engines now cost around $1.5 million each, and two new stations are in planning.
police advisory group
This is a volunteer gig, so it won't cost taxpayers a dime or pad anyone's wallet.
New Southwest Fire Station (Rex Road)
Design funding in FY2026-27; construction costs deferred to 2028.
ADA Transition Plan Update Contract
The contract amount was not stated in the provided materials.
Winter Weather Preparedness
E-Bike Safety Concerns Near 12 Oaks
Police Department 2025 Annual Report
The Town added a full-time financial crimes investigator position to handle rising fraud cases.
Decisions during term (0)
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No decisions found matching Public Safety.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
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