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Tim Forrest: 2025 Holly Springs Town Council Candidate
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Tim Forrest shares his vision for Holly Springs' future while highlighting accomplishments like securing $236 million in state infrastructure funding and protecting the town's community character through strategic growth management.
• Currently serving on the Holly Springs Town Council since December 2021
• Retired Army Colonel Engineer with extensive experience in infrastructure planning
• Priorities include smart balanced growth, protecting community character, and improving infrastructure
• Helped secure $236 million in state infrastructure funding to widen NC-55 and improve key intersections
• Advocating for smart growth through UDO revisions to address "missing middle" housing options
• Championing small business development through streamlined processes and dedicated advocacy
• Supporting parks and recreation expansion including Eagles Landing Park construction
• Implementing Intelligent Traffic System (ITS) to improve traffic flow without building new roads
• Expanding water and sewer capacity through regional partnerships for long-term sustainability
• Maintaining second-lowest tax rate in Wake County while providing high-quality services
• Focusing on maintaining Holly Springs' welcoming community atmosphere as the town grows
• Endorsed by Wake County Republican Party & Holly Springs Committee for Responsible Growth
Forrest is one of six candidates running for Holly Springs Town Council, where voters may choose up to three. Early voting begins October 16th, and you'll need a valid ID to vote. Your vote on November 4th will help to shape Holly Springs for generations to come. Make sure you have a plan!
TimForrest4HS.com/[email protected]/Facebook/Instagram
Campaign Finance Report/Campaign Finance Reports for All Candidate Committees
Voter Information (Register, Am I Registered?, Election Information)
Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation)
Election Information (Absentee by Mail Voting, Early Voting, Election Day Voting)
Early Voting Locations
October 16-November 1
Wake County Board of Elections Office-1200 N. New Hope Road, Raleigh 27610
October 25-November 1
John M. Brown Community Center-53 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502
Avery Street Recreation Center-125 Avery Street, Garner, NC 27529
Herbert C. Young Community Center-101 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, NC 27513
ELECTION DAY
Tuesday, November 4 from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM
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Now, let's dive in!
Chapters
1. Candidate Conversation Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Meet Tim Forrest: Candidate Introduction (00:01:38)
3. Have you been an active voter, including local elections? (00:05:27)
4. What do you feel is the role of town council member? (00:05:37)
5. What is your involvement within the community and town government, and what qualifications make you prepared for this role? (00:08:10)
6. What’s your long-term vision for the future of Holly Springs? (00:11:10)
7. What are your top three priorities for our community if re-elected? (00:14:27)
8. What is working well in the town today, and where do you see room for improvement? (00:22:22)
9. Do you support the current town budget? Where would you advocate changes, including any adjustments to taxes or spending priorities, if needed for fiscal responsibility? (00:28:00)
10. Oftentimes, it feels like government waits until a specific need is critical before taking action. Do you support being more proactive? How and in what ways specifically? (00:34:02)
11. What new initiatives or attractions would you champion to boost revenue and community pride? (00:38:27)
12. Have you ever disagreed publicly with a current town decision or policy? What was it, and how would you handle a similar situation in office? (00:41:25)
13. When you hear “smart growth”, what does that mean for our town in practical terms? (00:42:30)
14. How would you ensure new development maintains our town’s character while remaining affordable for residents? (00:44:25)
15. Our town is growing rapidly, putting pressure on infrastructure like water and roads, public safety, parks and recreation, and housing affordability. If you had to prioritize only one of these areas this year due to limited funding, which would you choose (00:47:36)
16. Do you feel we already adequately meet the needs of any of these: infrastructure, public safety, parks and recreation, or housing affordability? (00:54:11)
17. As the population grows, what strategies would you prioritize to address roads, utilities, and other infrastructure challenges? (00:55:27)
18. Holly Springs has focused on bringing in biomedical and science-based businesses. How would you balance supporting these businesses and garnering more with some public sentiment that may be skeptical of science and vaccines? (00:59:20)
19. As our town grows, farmland faces pressure from development, and some residents struggle to access fresh food. How would you support local farmers, protect farmland, and help ensure everyone has access to healthy, affordable food? (01:03:09)
20. Our police sometimes receive requests from outside agencies while also addressing local needs. How would you set priorities for public safety with limited resources? (01:07:15)
21. How can the town better support small businesses and connect with their needs? (01:09:53)
22. What approaches would you take to foster understanding and collaboration amongst residents with differing perspectives? (01:11:58)
23. How will you ensure diverse voices and those most impacted are not only included but truly embraced in decision-making? (01:13:49)
24. Do you support a non-discrimination ordinance or policy? Why or why not? (01:16:41)
25. Have you gained any endorsements thus far, and if you gain more where might voters find that information? (01:20:26)
26. Where can listeners connect with you and learn more about your platform, upcoming events, and ways to get involved? (01:22:40)
27. Do you have any final thoughts you’d like to share with those voting in the upcoming election? (01:23:32)
28. Lightning Round: Getting to Know Tim (01:26:06)
29. Closing Reflections & Voting Info (01:33:33)
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