Summary
The incoming district attorney candidate asked Apex for $84,000 to help fund a prosecutor position. Most council members balked — arguing it's the state's job to fund prosecutors, Apex shouldn't pay alone, and the money might mostly benefit Raleigh and other towns. The request was left out of this year's budget but may come back.
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Last discussed May 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
The request was $84,000 for half a year, or about $168,000 annually — not included in the FY2027 budget.
If funded, faster case processing could reduce time Apex officers spend waiting in court — but it wasn't funded.
Apex officers may continue facing court delays and case backlogs in an understaffed DA's office.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Council Budget Work Session — May 21, 2026
The incoming district attorney candidate asked Apex for $84,000 to help fund a prosecutor position. Most council members balked — arguing it's the state's job to fund prosecutors, Apex shouldn't pay alone, and the money might mostly benefit Raleigh and other towns. The request was left out of this year's budget but may come back.
Town Council Budget Work Session — May 8, 2026
A request is coming to help fund a DA office position — about $90,000 for half a year. Council wants proof it would cut officer wait times at the courthouse and wants the police chief's input before committing.
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