WakeUP Testifies before Legislative Urban Growth and Infrastructure Commission

Today WakeUP Wake County's Executive Director, Karen Rindge, presented testimony before the NC Legislative Commission on Urban Growth and Infrastructure. WakeUP was invited to provide recommendations for state action for good growth planning and discuss how WakeUP works. WakeUP's recommendations included: support for transit, drinking water conservation, better controls on stormwater pollution, fair growth funding mechanisms for schools (including transfer tax, impact fees and adequate public facilities ordinances), and diversified housing options. Rindge also explained the mission of WakeUP Wake County. CLICK HERE to read Rindge's testimony.