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13 <br /> Neuse River Basin Association secured approval of an alternative implementation approach <br /> that would be less expensive while still protecting water quality. Specific efforts include a mix <br /> of storm water controls or wetlands improvements, conservation acquisitions and practices, <br /> and other methods. <br /> The FY2025-26 project continues the effort to reduce total nitrogen levels in Falls Lake <br /> Reservoir. This project began in FY2022 and will be an annual effort until Phase II of the Falls <br /> Lake rules are promulgated. Efforts continue by the Upper Neuse River Basin Association <br /> jurisdictions to revisit the nutrient modeling. Changing the model may also change the <br /> mandated nutrient reductions, but at this time, the reductions as noted above remain in <br /> place. <br /> • Parks and Recreation Facility Renovations and Repairs - $210,000 <br /> The FY2025-26 funding request addresses annual and ongoing safety, lighting, park <br /> infrastructure, signage, preventive maintenance and tree/landscape improvements in the <br /> County's seven parks. Using this project, the department continues a transition from fossil <br /> fuel powered equipment to electric to reduce GHG emissions as recommended in the Climate <br /> Action Plan. This project provides ongoing funding for park needs and initiatives identified in <br /> the 2030 Parks & Recreation Master Plan. Funding is assigned based on a biennial schedule <br /> of repairs and renovations planned for in advance. Each year, the list of scheduled projects is <br /> reviewed and prioritized. <br /> Long Range Proiects <br /> The FY2024-34 Plan includes several projects that are not captured in Year 1. <br /> • Affordable Housing <br /> The FY2025-35 CIP contains a total of $15 million in staggered funding over the 10-year <br /> planning horizon. Consistent with an objective contained in the Strategic Plan,this is intended <br /> to provide a predictable source of subsidy for affordable housing developers. <br /> • Additional Community Center Space Needs <br /> The FY2025-35 CIP projects an expansion of the Community Center in the Rogers Eubanks <br /> neighborhood with design scheduled to begin in FY2027-28. With a total cost of nearly $2.9 <br /> million, the project anticipates a funding partnership with the Towns of Chapel Hill and <br /> Carrboro consistent with the original cost sharing agreement. <br /> • Emergency Radio System Build Out <br /> Emergency Services has continued to evaluate the most effective and efficient approach to <br /> improving emergency radio coverage using the most current technology. A new concept for <br /> tower construction has been established, and an implementation plan is proposed to be <br /> funded at $32 million starting in FY2027-28. The County's share of this project is expected to <br /> Page 1 11 <br />