Support
for
One of the reasons we know our
citizens love to call
With more than 20 public parks, 20
miles of trails, and top-notch facilities that host concerts, tournaments and
other special events throughout the year, we’re always looking at ways to
support the types of leisure activities you tell us you want.
In November, Town Council voted to
pursue plans for a regional aquatics center. The idea of a swim facility in
The concept for a regional facility
includes an outdoor leisure pool and two indoor pools: one for leisure and a 50
meter-by-25 yard competition pool. Seating for up to 1,000 spectators is also a
part of the concept.
No
specific location has been identified, but in the coming months we will analyze
vacant sites of at least 15 acres in northern
Council’s
decision to move forward on these plans is conditional and requires a private
group – the Friends of the Town of Cary Aquatics Center – to create a
fundraising plan for at least $5 million of the project’s cost.
The
project is expected to total approximately $30 million. Council has committed
$15 million, and the remaining $10 million in funding is expected to come from
hotel/motel and prepared food taxes collected in
To learn more, visit www.townofcary.org.
Tax
Talk: Paying your bill at Town Hall
During
that time, many citizens choose to visit our Finance customer service window to
pay their Wake County and Cary property tax bills in person prior to the Jan. 5,
2007 due date.
If you are planning to join the crowd,
the most convenient place to park is on the south side of Town Hall, in the
parking lot off of
If you would rather avoid the rush,
remember that you can pay your property taxes online at www.wakegov.com
through your checking account without any service fees.
Credit card payments with MasterCard
or Visa are also accepted but only through
Town-wide curbside Christmas
tree collection will begin on
All non-vegetative material (such as tinsel, lights and ornaments) must be
removed from your tree prior to pick-up. Vegetative material from
wreaths or garland will be collected but must be separated from the metal or
plastic base.
Three convenient drop-off centers will also accept Christmas trees through Jan.
16, 2007: Citizen’s
Emergency:
911
Police,
Non-Emergency: (919) 469-4012
Water/Sewer
Emergency: (919) 469-4090
Utility
Accounts & Billing: (919) 469-4050
24-Hour
Town Hall: (919) 319-4500 or (919) 319-4504 TDD
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Town Hall offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day. During the week of Jan. 1, yard waste will not be collected. Instead, Town crews will collect excess garbage.
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Offices will also close Monday, Jan. 15 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. Solid waste collection schedules will not change.
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The 12th annual Wake County Holiday Wrap-Up Recycling Program will begin Dec. 26 and run through
Cary’s
Award-Winning Staff: Cindi King
Each year in January, we pay honor to
the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Please join us for our annual
Dreamfest celebration Jan. 13-15 and
The celebration will kick-off Jan. 13
with the Dream of Expression art exhibition and display at the
Page-Walker Arts and
For details on Dreamfest,
visit www.townofcary.org or call (919) 469-4061.
Are you interested in serving on one
of our Parks,
Recreation & Cultural Resources Department advisory committees?
We’re currently seeking members for
the Athletic, Greenway, Cultural Arts and Teen Advisory committees. Members
attend monthly meetings and occasional special events.
Interested
We all know the basics when it comes to pedestrian safety: look both ways before
crossing the street and cross at the green and not in between.
Yet nationwide, a pedestrian is
injured in a traffic crash every seven minutes, according to the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Practice good habits every time you go
walking, and set a good example when walking with children. Some things to
remember:
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Stop at the curb before crossing the street.
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Look left, right, and left again before crossing.
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Always walk - don’t run - across the street.
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Cross at the corner, using traffic signals and crosswalks.
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Walk facing traffic.
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Make sure drivers see you before crossing in front of them.
Remember,
children move quickly and often are unaware of danger.
Teach them good habits while you’re out walking with them, and make
sure children ages 10 and younger don’t cross the street alone.
For
more safety tips, visit www.townofcary.org.
Feedback
from our Web Site Users
Do
you have access to the Internet? We’re inviting all citizens to participate in
our Web Assessment Web poll throughout the month of December at www.townofcary.org.
Results from the poll will help us ensure our Web site remains the primary and
best communications tool for
Don’t
Let Fire Ruin Your Holidays
The holiday season often brings family and friends
together to celebrate tradition and enjoy the winter weather. As guests arrive,
remember these tips to keep everyone safe and merry.
• Provide guests
with large ashtrays and empty them when ashes are cool. Remind overnight guests
that smoking in bed is not allowed in your home.
• Candles
can bring a festive atmosphere to celebrations, but they can also cause great
damage if not used safely. Always put candles in candlestick holders before you
light them.
• Don't use lit
candles near flammable decorations and curtains. Never leave burning candles
unattended or within the reach of young children.
• Fresh
trees are an important decoration for many holiday
celebrations. After your family's celebrations, remove the tree and dispose of
it properly.
For more fire safety tips, visit www.townofcary.org.
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12th Annual
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Cary Art Loop, Dec. 29,
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Dia de los Reyes (Three Kings Day), Jan. 6,
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Marvelous Music Series: Tribute to Louis Armstrong, Jan. 12,
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Friends of Page-Walker: Historic Preservation Program Series, Jan. 23,
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Exhibits
Southern
Arts Federation—Southern Visions series: Folk Art Is. Mixed media. Dec.
11-Feb. 2, 2007, Town Hall. Opening reception, Jan. 26,
Rose
Rosely: Folk Art. Mixed media. Jan. 3-31, Herb Young Community Center and
Cary Senior Center.
Valerie Tan: Imaginary World.
Acrylic on canvas. Jan. 4-30, Jordan Hall. Artist’s reception, Jan. 26,