# 2026-10-20 Board Meeting

The Wake County Board of Education’s regular meeting on October 20, 2026, included two property-related actions. The board voted 7–1 to authorize negotiations concerning a proposed land swap with Wake County involving seven properties, with the stated aim of supporting affordable housing and potentially receiving the Randall property, which could accommodate a school. The board clarified that this authorization did not approve construction or rezoning; further public processes would be required. The board also voted 7–1 to table the proposed Brassfield Elementary cell-tower lease with APC Towers and return it to the facilities committee for further discussion. Public comments raised concerns about the tower’s location, safety, community engagement, and lease terms and revenue; speakers cited differing revenue figures, including $30,000 annually and a guaranteed $85,000. No lease approval was made.

Public comment also focused heavily on proposed student reassignments, including requests to reconsider school boundaries, transportation impacts, and grandfathering for affected students. Speakers raised concerns about Chromebook use and student safety, and an off-agenda speaker called for stronger responses to bullying. The board heard updates on digital-device strategy and enrollment planning, but no reassignment decision is evident in the transcript. The board approved its delegates and alternates for the North Carolina School Boards Association annual meeting; this was not a procurement action.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 21, 2026

### Sources
- [2026-10-20 Board Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ar_T5qHgMc4) - WakeCountySchools