Resident raises concerns about WakeMed merger during public comment

May 18, 2026

A former board member recounted personal care at WakeMed and alleged undisclosed merger details and an executive bonus; no county response was recorded in the meeting transcript.

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During general public comment, longtime resident and former board member Gary Pennington expressed concern about a reported WakeMed merger and alleged a lack of transparency.

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