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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Apex public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Smoke-free community ordinance referral
Mayor Pro Tem Mahaffey asked to sponsor an updated model smoke-free ordinance covering e-cigarettes, referring it to the Vibrant Community committee for review this fall.
Fire department ISO Class 1 rating
Apex Fire Department earned the highest possible ISO rating — top 1% nationwide — which could lower homeowners' insurance premiums and confirms top-tier fire protection.
Public forum standards
Rules for resident comments at council meetings — in-person only, 12 speakers or 36 minutes — were reviewed, with ideas floated to spread time evenly when more people sign up.
Social media and press release guidelines for officials
New best practices aim to keep personal opinions separate from official town positions — disclaimers on accounts, no tagging town staff, and routing official statements through town channels.