Nancy N. Daly is the Water Resources Program Manager for the Wake County Government in North Carolina. She is a central figure in the county’s long-term environmental planning and regional water security. (RaleighNC.gov +3)
Key Roles & Responsibilities
One Water Plan Leadership: She has been a lead architect and spokesperson for the Wake County One Water Plan, a 50-year strategy adopted in early 2026 to manage drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater as a single holistic resource.
Wake County Water Partnership: Daly serves as the primary contact and coordinator for the Wake County Water Partnership, which advises the county on water management, sustainability, and health.
Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI): She promotes GSI projects across the county, such as bioswales and constructed wetlands, to improve community resilience and protect local waterways.
Regional Representation: She serves as a second alternate on the Upper Neuse River Basin Association (UNRBA) Board, collaborating with other local governments to protect water quality in Falls Lake. (Wake County Government (.gov) +6)
Professional Background
Expertise: She is a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) and holds a certificate in Sustainability Strategies from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
