The report details what investigators say was public money spent in ways that appear excessive.
Most board members said the rate increase is necessary to support schools, county services, and other growing expenses.
Both the Raleigh City Council and Durham County commissioners passed budgets on Monday that raise rates for property taxes.
The board discussed raising the cost of both breakfast and lunch by 25 cents to help offset rising food expenses and prevent future budget shortfalls.
Wake County commissioners unanimously approved a budget that includes a property tax increase, raising concerns for residents amid a challenging economic climate.
Cary residents are pushing back against a proposed property tax increase, saying rising costs are already stretching their budgets too thin.