The Town of Wake Forest is proud to offer its residents an array of outstanding programs and services. For more information, please visit the links below or along the left margin of this page.
Administration
(919) 435-9410
Administration includes the Town Manager's Office, Deputy Town Manager, Town Clerk, and Facilities Manager. The Town Manager is the chief administrator and is responsible for implementing Town Council policies. The Deputy Town Manager supervises the Engineering and IT Departments and coordinates special projects.The Town Clerk gives notice of Town Council meetings, prepares the agenda and records proceedings. The clerk is custodian of all permanent Town records and keeps track of appointments and terms for boards and commissions. The Facilities Manager oversees all Town facilities.
Communications
(919) 435-9421
The Communications Department is responsible for keeping the residents of Wake Forest informed about Town programs and services, as well as the actions of the Town government. The Communications Department is responsible for developing newsletters, brochures, electronic and e-mail communications with citizens, videos, press releases, and other informational materials, as well as managing content on the Town's web site and Community Channel 10. The Public Information Officer works with the local media by providing information, arranging interviews and acting as a spokesperson for the Town.
Engineering
(919) 435-9510
Engineering maintains responsibility in all phases of engineering for the Town, including construction inspection, traffic engineering and traffic signals, signs and marking.
Finance
(919) 435-9460
The Finance Department's activities consist of billing & collections, accounting, financial management and fiscal operations, budgeting, purchasing, central services, and customer service.
Human Resources
(919) 435-9497
Human Resources' responsibilities in the area of recruitment and selection of personnel, training, and employee benefits. Also oversees the Town's Risk Management program.
Parks & Recreation
(919) 435-9560
The Parks & Recreation Departmenthas primary emphasis in recreation, athletics, community centers, building and grounds maintenance, urban forestry, and special events.
Planning & Inspections
(919) 435-9510
The Planning & Inspections Departments are responsible for all phases of planning and building inspections, including land use and transportation planning, zoning and subdivision administration, historic preservation, building and fire inspection services, and code enforcement.
Police
(919) 554-6150
The Police Department is responsible for protecting life and property through enforcement and prevention.
Public Works
(919) 435-9570
Public Works is responsible for maintaining the Town's electric distribution system. The deparment also oversees streets, fleet maintenance, and sanitation divisions and administers the residential and commercial solid waste/recycling contracts.