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Election Day is November 2, 2021

Early Voting is October 23 - 30 at the John M. Brown Community Center, 53 Hunter Street
(Formerly Apex Community Center)

Approved schematic designs for downtown revitalization projects
Attended and celebrated the Friendship School Historical Marker Dedication event
Approved a COVID vaccine incentive policy for all Town employees

First Apex Pride Event
Ground breaking for bio-agricultural Enviroflight – first company at our Cash Corporate Center
First Juneteenth Event and now a paid holiday for Town employees
Non-Discrimination Ordinance passed
Launched Customer Assistance Program to help residents with utility bills that are subject to disconnection

Women’s History Month Proclamation & inaugural panel discussion
Approved a new Housing Program Manager to be responsible for implementing the Town of Apex Affordable Housing Plan
Approved rezoning application for Abbey Spring Planned Unit Development, which will be dedicated to affordable housing for seniors
Lights installed on Town basketball courts to allow for resident extended use

Approved 1 million dollars in loans to enable DHIC to move forward with the construction of Broadstone Walk, which will offer units at an affordable rent

Removed age limit for Trick or Treating! (used to be up to age 12)
Adopted an ordinance to amend the Town Code to use gender neutral language
Extended park hours at resident requests for outdoor exercise and enjoyment in the midst of COVID-19

Modified a noise ordinance related to construction activities to assist residents

Allocated funding for police body cameras, and associated hardware and software
The first town-wide Environmental Sustainability Program established
Created an affordable housing fund for people with low incomes who are in need of home repairs like roofs, HVAC systems, and energy efficiency needs
Parking to dining program began in downtown to help support restaurants by creating more outdoor seating/dining due to COVID-19
Approved an “Adopt A Park/Adopt a Trail” program
Provided a $20K contribution to the Apex Chamber of Commerce’s Angel Fund – a fund created to support area small businesses struggling due to COVID-19
Provided an additional $20K to the Apex Chamber of Commerce to support operational expenses.
Resolution for Pride Month

7% raise approved for all Town of Apex Staff to keep salaries competitive and to attract strong prospective employees
Hazard Duty Pay approved for all Town of Apex Essential Staff due to COVID-19

Appropriated 1 million dollars to launch an emergency loan program for Apex small businesses impacted by COVID-19
Allocated funding to 4 non-profit agencies that were providing essential services to those impacted by COVID-19: Western Wake Crisis Ministry, White Oak Foundation, Transitions Life Care, and SafeChild

Women’s History Month – 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment. Town Hall display on women’s suffrage by the League of Women Voters. Events at Halle planned but cancelled because of COVID-19. (Aug 18th official 100th anniversary)
Approved 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave for Town employees due to COVID-19
Suspended disconnections of water and electric services and late fees (the first municipality in Wake County to do this)
Approved a remote participation policy for Council meetings

First Strategic Planning Retreat
Developed a Vision Statement, Mission Statement, and Strategic Goals
- Vision: A community unified in the stewardship of our small town charm, natural environment, and a future where all succeed.
- Mission: Provide exceptional public service that cultivates opportunity for the individual and community to live, thrive, and reach their peak.
- Strategic Goals:
  - High Performing Government
  - Healthy & Engaged Community
  - Environmental Leadership & Responsible Development
  - Economic Vitality
  - Safe Community with Reliable Infrastructure
Approved a 10-home affordable housing project on Kissena Lane (will be Habitat for Humanity homes)
Approved a historical marker/sign program for the Town
Ordinance passed that disallows persons to carry (open or concealed) a firearm in government buildings or at an organized sporting event at any Town parks
Environmental Advisory Board created