Plan Ahead: What’s on the agenda for Tuesday’s (1/20) Holly Springs (NC) Town Council meeting
From new neighborhoods to park investments and a clean audit, Tuesday’s council meeting touches growth, finances, and quality of life.
Holly Springs, NC, Jan. 16, 2026 — Holly Springs Town Council next meets at Town Hall (map) on Tuesday, January 20th at 7:00 PM, The agenda (full packet) includes a full financial audit of the Town’s most recent fiscal year, an update on parks and recreation priorities as growth continues, two rezoning requests tied to future residential development, and several infrastructure and operational decisions.
Below is a rundown of the items most likely to matter to residents.
Audit report: a clean financial review as growth continues
Council will receive the Town’s Fiscal Year 2024–25 independent financial audit, covering the period from July 1st, 2024, through June 30th, 2025.
According to the auditor’s report included in the agenda packet, Holly Springs received an unmodified, or “clean,” audit opinion, meaning the Town’s financial statements were found to be accurate and presented in accordance with accepted accounting standards. The audit did not identify any material weaknesses or significant deficiencies in internal controls, nor did it flag any noncompliance with state or federal requirements.
The audit confirms that the Town maintained appropriate fund balances, followed adopted budget policies, and managed debt and expenditures in line with expectations. For residents, the audit serves as an annual check on how public funds are being handled as Holly Springs continues to expand services and invest in major capital projects.
Parks and Recreation report: facilities, growth, and future needs
Council will also receive the 2025 Annual Report from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, which provides a snapshot of how the Town’s parks system is responding to population growth and changing community needs.
The report highlights a year focused on both programming and long-range planning, including:
Continued community engagement through town events and recreation programs
Ongoing work tied to 2023 Parks Bond projects, including planning for the Eagles Landing Park and Recreation Center
Expansion and improvement of the Town’s greenway network, including the Middle Creek Greenway
Review of recreation offerings for youth, adults, and seniors, with an emphasis on accessibility and inclusive programming
The committee also encouraged the Town to explore public-private partnerships to help enhance major destinations such as Ting Park and downtown open spaces, reflecting growing demand for high-quality recreational amenities.
While no vote is required, the report gives Council and residents a clearer picture of where park investments are headed and how recreation planning fits into Holly Springs’ long-term growth strategy.
Rezoning request: Twin Springs (Duncan Cook Road)
One public hearing will focus on the Twin Springs rezoning request involving property located at 5801 Duncan Cook Road.
The request seeks approval to rezone the property to Neighborhood Residential – Conditional District (NR-CD), allowing for a master-planned residential neighborhood with a total of 98 homes. The proposal includes a mix of 75 single-family detached homes and 23 attached dwellings, along with integrated open space and preservation of environmentally sensitive areas.
The site is already designated for mixed residential use in the Town’s long-range plan, and the rezoning would establish a specific development framework rather than leaving future development open-ended. As part of the review, the Wake County Public School System indicated that existing schools are expected to have sufficient capacity to serve students generated by the project.
Tuesday’s meeting is the legislative public hearing, giving residents an opportunity to comment before Council considers next steps.
Rezoning request: Powell Place (Rouse Road)
Council will also hold a public hearing on the Powell Place rezoning request, covering property located at 7051 and 7121 Rouse Road, south of the Honeycutt Farm subdivision.
The proposal would rezone approximately 33 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to Neighborhood Residential – Conditional District (NR-CD). If approved, the rezoning would allow the development of 97 residential units, consisting of 55 single-family detached homes and 42 attached dwellings.
The request follows the Town’s Option 2 Master Plan Conditional Zoning process, meaning Council is reviewing a defined development concept rather than granting broad zoning rights. A separate subdivision plan would be required before construction and would return to the Town Council for review at a later date.
The accompanying development agreement commits the developer to:
Compliance with the Town’s Water Resource and Management Policy
Off-site road improvements along Rouse Road to address traffic impacts
The property lies within Holly Springs’ extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) and has been reviewed for consistency with the Town’s comprehensive plan. Staff recommends approval, while identifying traffic and roadway improvements as key considerations. Tuesday’s meeting is the formal public hearing, with final Council action expected at a later meeting.
Infrastructure and other business
Under new business, Council will consider:
Phase 2 expansion of the Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility, increasing capacity from 6 million to 8 million gallons per day to support long-term growth
A design contract for the Holly Springs Road Widening (West) project
The agenda also includes routine consent items, proclamations recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month, and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, annual appointments to advisory boards, the Town Manager’s report, and a possible closed session.
Tuesday’s meeting combines financial accountability, long-range parks planning, and early-stage decisions about where and how new neighborhoods may be built. For residents, the rezonings and infrastructure items provide the clearest view into how Holly Springs is planning for its next phase of growth.
Note: Full board agenda and packet available here.
How to participate and be heard
Residents can share their views with the Town Council in writing or in person.
Submit a written comment.
Public comments can be submitted through the Town’s online form or emailed to the Town Clerk at linda.mckinney@hollyspringsnc.gov. Written comments should be submitted by 5 p.m. on the Monday before a meeting to ensure they are provided to Council in advance. The clerk will read a summary of written comments during the meeting, and full (verbatim) comments are included in the official minutes.
Speak in person at a meeting.
Anyone wishing to address Council in person must sign up with the Town Clerk before the meeting begins. Doors open one hour prior to the meeting, and same-day sign-ups are also available at Town Hall between 3 and 5 p.m. Speakers must be present in the chamber when called. Comments are typically limited to three minutes per speaker, and the total public comment period may be shortened to ensure all speakers are heard. Speakers address the Council as a whole, may not transfer their time to others, and may be asked to consolidate their comments if multiple speakers address the same issue.
What happens after you comment?
Public comments are generally not acted on immediately. After receiving comments, the Council may take them under consideration at a current or future meeting, refer them to staff, a board or committee, or the Town Manager for review, or simply receive and acknowledge them for the record.