Cary Council Meeting — May 28, 2026

The Cary Town Council meeting on May 28, 2026, included extensive discussions on several zoning and development projects, notably the rezoning of 701 Weston Parkway and the Searsstone Planned Development District (PDD) amendment. The council reviewed detailed proposals involving residential and mixed-use developments, including multifamily units, townhomes, and community amenities, with significant input from residents expressing concerns about density, senior housing preservation, environmental impacts, and neighborhood compatibility. The council voted 6-1 to approve the rezoning ordinance 24-REZ-14 for the Weston Parkway redevelopment, emphasizing the balance between redevelopment and resident concerns. Additionally, the council approved a motion to partner with the Wake County School Board on a pilot school zone safety improvement program. A unanimous motion was also passed to initiate a moratorium on new data centers to study their impact on land use and resources. Budget discussions highlighted the challenges of balancing tax rates, maintenance funding, and community needs, with no final budget vote taken at this meeting. The meeting concluded with a closed session on legal and employment matters.