Happy Hoppy Easter Party 2026 🐰🌷
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZEAV1qNj_o
Board of Commissioners Meeting
Monday, April 06, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Public Notice and Livestream Information
View the meeting agenda on the Town of Zebulon website:
Agenda: https://aptg.co/0s6Rq0
Watch the meeting live on the Town of Zebulon YouTube channel:
Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rqm1safccfM
Wishing all who observe a moment of peace.
Happy Passover to all who celebrate. Wishing you peace, reflection, and time with loved ones.
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Downtown Master Plan and Small Area Planning Services
Town of Zebulon, North Carolina
The Town of Zebulon is seeking qualified consulting firms to prepare three targeted Small Area Plans to guide redevelopment, infrastructure investment, and private-sector reinvestment in strategic locations across the community, with a focus on delivering practical, market-supported, implementation-ready strategies.
Zebulon is experiencing rapid growth and transition from a small town to a small city. This effort is intended to move beyond conceptual planning and produce implementation-ready plans that align land use, infrastructure, market realities, and fiscal sustainability.
The selected consultant will develop plans for:
· Downtown Zebulon
· Wakefield Area
· West Gannon Avenue
Corridor Maps for the general location of these areas can be found in the attachments. Each plan must provide clear, actionable strategies that can inform policy decisions, capital investment, and private development.
Proposals due May 2, 2026.
See Full RFQ for details, https://www.townofzebulon.org/o/toz/page/rfq-downtown-plans
Join us for a full month of community events, public meetings, and opportunities to stay engaged in the Town of Zebulon.
Community Events:
Opening Day of Soccer and Baseball
Saturday, April 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. start
Spring Fest
Saturday, April 25, 2026
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Downtown Zebulon
Community Meetings:
Gill Street Park Community Meeting
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Mt. Zion Holiness Church
This meeting will include information from the Town, North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and Wake County Public Health regarding ongoing environmental evaluation and next steps.
Public Meetings:
Sustainability Board
Thursday, April 2, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Town Hall, Upstairs Conference Room
Board of Commissioners Special Called Meeting
Monday, April 6, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Town Hall, Council Chambers
Purpose: Quasi-Judicial Training
Board of Commissioners Meeting
Monday, April 6, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Town Hall, Council Chambers
Planning Board and Joint Public Hearing
Monday, April 13, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Town Hall, Council Chambers
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Thursday, April 16, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Town Hall, Council Chambers
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Monday, April 20, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Town Hall, Planning Board Conference Room (downstairs)
Looking Ahead:
Steel Magnolias Plant Sale: Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, May 2, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Town offices will be closed Friday, April 3 in recognition of the Good Friday holiday.
This week, trash and recycling will be collected on Friday, April 3, as scheduled.
There will be NO BULK PICKUP this week. The next date for bulk pickup date will be on Friday, April 10.
There will be NO BULK PICKUP this week. The next date for bulk pickup date will be on Friday, April 10.
Today, we recognize Star Brantley, who serves as a Planner for the Town of Zebulon.
Star plays an important role in shaping the Town’s growth and development. She reviews development applications, including rezonings, subdivisions and site plans, to ensure compliance with the Town’s Unified Development Ordinance. She prepares staff reports, presents recommendations to advisory boards, coordinates with developers, residents and partner agencies, and assists with long-range planning efforts.
Her work helps guide thoughtful growth, support economic development, and maintain the character and quality of life in our community.
“Serving the Town of Zebulon is both a professional responsibility and a personal calling. As women, we often lead with a strong sense of care, resilience, and dedication-qualities we bring from our roles at home and in our communities. My advice to women interested in public service is to trust your instincts, lead with purpose, and serve with the same commitment and compassion you bring to the people and responsibilities that matter most in your life. That perspective is not only valuable—it is essential to building strong, connected communities.”
Throughout the month of March, the Town of Zebulon is highlighting the women who serve our community across departments as part of Women’s History Month.
Today, we recognize Elizabeth Worner, who serves as a Planning Technician for the Town of Zebulon.
In her role, Elizabeth manages zoning, building and fence permits, oversees plan intake through GeoCivix, and serves as the first point of contact for residents, contractors, and developers navigating the permitting process.
“My impact within the Town may be small, but my impact helping the Town build is significant.
I enjoy working with the public to help them through any building or permitting challenge that they may be experiencing.”
Today, we recognize Mylina Russell with the Public Works Department.
As an Administrative Assistant, she is often the first point of contact for residents, serving as the friendly voice on the phone when community members call Public Works. She helps answer questions, routes concerns to the appropriate departments, and ensures residents are connected to the resources they need.
In addition to supporting residents, Russell assists with departmental purchasing, maintains records, and provides day-to-day administrative support to Public Works crews, helping keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes.
Her role plays an important part in connecting the community with essential services and supporting the work that keeps Zebulon moving forward.
“One piece of advice I would give to women interested in public service is to keep a thick skin and a soft heart. Public service can often be a thankless job. Not everyone sees or understands the amount of work it takes behind the scenes to get things done, but be encouraged that the work you do matters more than you may realize.”
Gill Street Park is temporarily closed as of today, Monday, March 30, 2026, as the Town continues coordination with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) during ongoing environmental evaluation of the site.
The Town of Zebulon is moving forward with Phase 1 planning for Gill Street Park, following the adoption of the site-specific master plan in November 2025.
Here’s what to know:
• Environmental testing began in early 2024 as part of park planning
• DEQ conducted additional investigation from January 2025 through January 2026
• Testing evaluated soil, groundwater, landfill gas, soil gas, and air
• No impacts to drinking water or indoor air have been identified to date
• DEQ’s investigation includes the park and surrounding properties, with no concerns related to indoor air or vapor intrusion in homes identified
• According to DEQ, potential exposure is associated with contact with soil, such as digging or ingestion
Out of an abundance of caution, access to the park has been restricted to limit contact with impacted areas while evaluation continues.
📬 Property Notifications:
DEQ will be notifying impacted properties via direct and electronic mail.
📅 Community Meeting:
The Town will host a community meeting with DEQ on Tuesday, April 21 at Mt. Zion Holiness Church at 6 p.m. to discuss the environmental findings, including soil contamination, answer questions, and provide updates to residents.
❓ Have questions?
Submit them here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/TownOfZebulon/GillStreetAreaLeadContaminationQuestionCard
https://publicinput.com/gillstreetupdates.
For health-related questions, residents are encouraged to contact their healthcare provider or Wake County Public Health at 919-856-7416 or healthandsafety@wake.gov.
The Town remains committed to transparency and will continue to share updates as more information becomes available.
#Zebulon #GillStreetPark #CommunityUpdate #PublicSafety #TownofZebulon
Throughout the month of March, the Town of Zebulon is highlighting the women who serve our community across departments as part of Women’s History Month.
Today, we recognize Hazel Merrick with the Parks and Recreation Department.
Merrick serves as a Parks and Facilities Worker and has been with the Town of Zebulon for one year and three months. In her role, she is responsible for helping keep Town parks clean, safe, and welcoming for the community. She ensures grounds are free of trash and debris, maintains clean and sanitary bathrooms and facilities, and helps create an environment where residents and visitors can enjoy their time outdoors.
Her work plays an important role in maintaining the quality and appearance of Zebulon’s parks, supporting spaces where families, friends, and neighbors gather.
“I am a people person and enjoy meeting different people. Zebulon is the Town of Friendly people and that is what I love about it.”
March is Social Work Month, and in Zebulon, the amazing impact that social workers make is felt every day through the work of the Zebulon Police Department’s CARE Unit.
The CARE Unit, which stands for Community Advocacy and Resource Enhancement, was created by Detective Sergeant Burke after she saw a growing number of Zebulon children being impacted by crime and trauma. As a New Blue fellow, she researched police social work programs and received a microgrant to form the initial Unit. Since the Unit's inception, the number of referrals to the program has increased and the Town hired a full time social worker last fall to lead the Unit.
When officers respond to a call and recognize that a child is a victim, witness or offender of a traumatic event or crime, the officer makes a referral to the CARE Unit. From there, the team follows up to offer help, whether that is connecting families to counseling, helping meet basic needs like food or diapers, or simply being there after a difficult situation.
While officers are limited to responding to the initial crisis, the CARE Unit is able to stay connected with families to make sure families are able to access the resources they need and are not navigating those challenges alone.
That work is led by a dedicated team:
• Emily Edwards, LCSW, MSW, Lead Police Social Worker
• Abigail (Abby) Bateski, BSW, MSW Intern, NC State University
• Josefa Gonzalez-Parral, MSW Intern, NC Central University
Learn more about how this program, and the people behind it, are making a difference in Zebulon, https://www.townofzebulon.org/o/policedepartment/page/the-care-unit
#SocialWorkMonth #ZebulonNC #CommunitySupport #ZebulonPolice #StrongerTogether
Throughout the month of March, the Town of Zebulon is highlighting the women who serve our community across departments as part of Women’s History Month.
Today, we recognize Mary Duffy with the Public Works Department.
Duffy serves as Administrative/Contracts Manager and has been with the Town of Zebulon for seven years. In her role, she oversees the Public Works administrative team, manages the department’s safety program, and supports the Town’s solid waste services. She also plays a key role in project coordination, as well as budget and finance efforts, helping ensure operations run efficiently and effectively.
Her work reflects a strong commitment to both service and support, helping teams stay organized, informed, and prepared to meet the needs of a growing community.
“Don’t be afraid to step into the spaces where you’d be the only person like you – that may be where you’re needed most.”
Congratulations to Zebulon Commissioner Amber Davis on her appointment to two National League of Cities (NLC) councils for 2026.
Davis will serve on the Small Cities Council and the Council on Youth, Education and Families, representing Zebulon alongside local leaders from communities across the country.
These appointments connect Zebulon to a national network of municipalities working on issues that matter to growing communities, including infrastructure, economic development and long-term planning, as well as support for youth, education and families.
As one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities, it is important that Zebulon has a seat at the table in conversations that help shape the future of towns like ours.
We are proud to see Zebulon represented at the national level.
For more information on NLC’s member councils, visit nlc.org/member-councils.
Watch tonight’s live Town of Zebulon Board of Commissioners meeting using the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ec9JRH5-dZI
Stay informed and engaged with what’s happening in our community.