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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Nash County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Courthouse accessibility improvement
The ongoing courthouse renovation picked up its fifth change order, approved with authority for the County Manager to sign. Change orders adjust the scope or cost of the construction project.
FY27 Capital Improvement Program
About $10.4 million in capital projects proposed with no new borrowing, mostly vehicles (21 of 35 requested), plus an EMS station near Nash Community College, health department mobile unit, and Miracle Park improvements.
Outside Agency Funding for FY27
Nineteen nonprofits applied for nearly $487,000, but only $178,996 is available. The committee recommends funding eight agencies; Commissioners Wilkins and Belfield argued for spreading smaller amounts to more groups, including the Right Center, which was cut.