Title
NEW ITEM: The Projects for Advancing Vehicle Infrastructure Enhancment (P.A.V.E.) Act Update
Action
ACTION:
1) Call a special meeting for the week of July 28, 2025, to take action on a resolution containing the specific language for the referendum.
2) Notice a public hearing for the August 6, 2025 regular meeting to take a vote on that date to place the referendum item on the November ballot.
Staff Contact: Mike Bryant, County Manager
Presentation: Yes
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
On June 26, 2025, the NC General Assembly passed the PAVE Act and it is anticipated that it will be signed by the Governor on July 1, 2025. A vote by the Board of County Commissioners is required to place a referendum on the ballot for voters to decide on a dedicated funding source for transportation infrastructure. If approved, 40% will be spent on roads, 40% on transit, and 20% on buses.
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