Frequently Asked Questions

The Community Engagement Division works to build strong relationships between the Town of Apex and its residents. We coordinate outreach efforts, plan community-led engagement initiatives, manage neighborhood programs such as the Building Blocks series, and promote inclusive participation in Town activities and decision-making.

Our team is here to support and strengthen your neighborhood by:

• Helping you plan and manage neighborhood meetings
  We work with you to organize and structure meetings that bring neighbors together and encourage participation.
• Offering ideas and resources for community gatherings
  Whether you’re planning a block party, cultural celebration, or neighborhood clean-up, we can help you brainstorm ideas and connect with the right resources.
• Providing information about Town services and programs
  We bring clear, accessible updates about Town initiatives and programs that benefit your neighborhood.
• Attending your meetings with an information table
  Our team can set up a table at your event to share engagement opportunities, answer questions, and help you stay connected to the Town of Apex

There are many ways to get involved:

• Ensure your neighborhood is listed on the Town of Apex’s Neighborhood Registry
• Volunteer with the Town of Apex
• Participate in our CommUniversity and B4 Lunch Series
• Start or join a neighborhood association
• Host a Chat-n-Chew
• Inquire about becoming a Neighborhood Liaison by reaching out to the Community Engagement Team
• Attend community events and Town Council meetings

CommUniversity

CommUniversity is a series of workshops and engagement opportunities designed to enhance skills, foster personal development, and build strong connections within neighborhoods and the Town.

B^4 Lunch Series

The B4 Lunch Series is a quarterly lunchtime discussion featuring Town representatives. These interactive sessions strengthen community knowledge and deepen connections to Town services and programs.

We’re happy to help! Contact the Community Engagement team. We'll walk you through forming an association, hosting your first meeting, and registering with the Town.

We offer a variety of support programs, including:

• Neighborhood Beautification Grants
• Workshops and trainings
• Outreach and Engagement Opportunities

Visit our Neighborhood Beautification Grant page to learn more about the program. Stay tuned for updates on next year’s grant cycle.

All events are posted on the Town’s Events Calendar and shared on our social media platforms. You can also subscribe to receive updates about upcoming events and Town news.

We welcome your feedback! You can:

• Attend Town Council meetings
• Share your thoughts with staff at community engagement events
• Email us at CommunityEngagement@apexnc.org

Asset-Based Community Development considers local assets as the primary building blocks of sustainable community development. Building on the skills of local residents, the power of local associations, and the supportive functions of local institutions, asset-based community development draws upon existing community strengths to build stronger, more sustainable communities for the future.

Community is defined as a group of people who share a common interest or characteristic, living together within a larger society. The Apex community includes the town’s residents, businesses, elected officials, Town staff, and visitors.

Community Engagement, also known as civic engagement, is defined as public involvement in local planning and decision-making. It is an integral part of good governance. Effective engagement ensures that the community contributes ideas and knowledge to the decision-making process.

In the context of the Town of Apex, Community Engagement refers to the intentional efforts to involve residents, neighborhoods, and stakeholders by creating opportunities for two-way dialogue, collaboration, and trust-building between the Town and the community. 

Engagement is not just about informing, it’s about creating meaningful avenues for the community to be active partners in shaping the future of our town.

Community Stakeholders are generally defined as people, groups, organizations, or business that have interest or concern in the community. Stakeholders can affect or be affected by the community’s actions, objectives and policies.

A neighborhood is a geographic area where people live and interact with one another.

A neighborhood association is a voluntary organization of residents who organize and work together to improve their neighborhood’s vitality. These groups usually prioritize coming together to share ideas, working on projects together and exploring opportunities for voicing their neighborhood concerns.

A sense of community means feeling connected to others in a group. It’s when people feel they belong, support each other, and share common goals or interests.

Two-way dialogue is intentional communication, engagement, and interaction between two or more parties, where all parties involved are encouraged to contribute towards the conversation, information, and ideas.

A group of community members who work together in collaboration with local law enforcement to ensure that their neighborhood is safe. Neighborhood Watch Groups usually set community goals and initiatives that ensure their neighborhood remains a safe place to live.

Email Us

Brianne Gill

Community Engagement Manager
Email | (919) 249-1122

Jimmy Torres

Community Engagement Specialist
Email | (919) 249-1268