Do you have a lot of stuff you want to recycle or throw away? Bring it to
the Town of
The center accepts the following materials from
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Newspapers
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Glossy magazines
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Flattened corrugated cardboard
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Chipboard such as cereal boxes
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Plastic bottle-shaped containers (neck is smaller than the base) coded #1, #2, #5 and #7
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Glass bottles and jars (clear, brown & green)
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Aluminum cans
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Tin and steel food cans
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Bagged household trash
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Residential yard waste (less than 6 inches in diameter)
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Computers
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Bulky trash such as televisions, furniture and bicycles
White goods and appliances are accepted but carry a charge for disposal.
Building materials, commercial trash,
items from contractors, carpeting, tires and hazardous waste are not accepted.
Your trash should be bagged and your
recycling correctly sorted before heading to the convenience center.
Once you arrive, turn left into the
entrance just after the “Cary Recycles” sign. Drive up the small hill to the
Stop sign, where the attendant will help you.
Have your ID ready – the attendant
will need to verify that you live in
The Citizen’s
Convenience Center
is open Monday through Friday from
Learn more about the Town’s solid
waste and recycling program at www.townofcary.org
or call the Public Works and Utilities Department at 469-4090.
Did you get a new computer for Christmas and now don’t know what to do with
the old one?
If your computer is in working order, please consider reusing it by donating it
to a local charity.
If your computer is broken or obsolete, call the Public Works and Utilities
Department at 469-4090 to schedule a free pick-up.
The Town of
You can also discard old computers for free at the Citizen’s
Share
Your FY2008 Budget Priorities
In
February, we’re inviting you to weigh in on the priorities you feel should be
included in the Town’s upcoming Fiscal Year 2008 budget, which will identify
services and infrastructure projects to be undertaken by the Town from
Share your priorities at your
convenience via e-mail at budgetinput@townofcary.org or by leaving a voicemail
at 462-3858.
You can also speak directly to the
Town Council on either Feb. 8 or Feb. 22 when a special budget public hearing
will be held as part of the regular Council meeting at
All comments should be submitted by
Feb. 28. To view a copy of the current
budget, visit the Cary Library in downtown
As you head out to exchange those less-than-perfect Christmas presents
this month, you may be tempted to park in a spot reserved for drivers with
disabilities, especially in crowded lots where you only plan to be a minute.
Please consider your neighbors before
you park. While it can be inconvenient, parking farther away keeps buildings
accessible for everyone.
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The Cary/Apex Water Treatment Facility tied for second place in the 2006 contest for the Best Tasting Water in
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Greg Powers has been named the Town of
Greg is a computer systems analyst in
the Town’s Technology Services Department and has been employed with us for
eight years.
Known as the “go-to guy” by his
colleagues at Town Hall, he is sought after for his ideas and relied upon for
his judgment. His positive, friendly nature makes it a pleasure to work with
him.
Married
and a proud father of two, his community involvement includes working with the
Sunday school class at his church.
Greg
was selected for this honor from among 12 nominees. He received a plaque and a
$1,000 savings bond.
Our
Employee
of the Year program began in 1989 to recognize employees who consistently go
beyond the call of duty.
For more on this program, visit www.townofcary.org.
Winter
Weather Advisory: Be Prepared
During
the winter season, it is important that we are all prepared to face potential
severe weather.
Winter
weather events such as snow and ice storms could result in a loss of electricity
and make travel impossible. Before winter storms arise, prepare now by
assembling a three-day emergency kit.
Your kit should be easy to carry and
include items such as bottled water, non-perishable food, clothing, medicine, a
first aid kit, a battery-powered radio, blankets, flashlights and extra
batteries. Be sure to pack enough items so that each member of your family has
their own three-day supply.
It is also important to know whom to
call during a weather emergency. Dialing 911 should be reserved for imminent
threats to people or property.
Questions about street plowing and
downed trees on streets and sidewalks should be directed to the Town’s Public
Works and Utilities Department at 469-4090.
To learn more about preparing
for weather emergencies or for information during a storm, visit www.townofcary.org.
Stockpile a little sand now in preparation for snow and ice this winter.
Use sand for traction instead of placing fertilizers on icy patches.
Runoff containing fertilizers is toxic
to fish and other aquatic critters. Be a friend to the environment and keep a
little sand on hand. Call 469-4038 for more information on stormwater runoff.
If
a fire were to break out in your home, would you know how to get out safely?
A
typical living room fire can threaten your entire house in just a few minutes.
It is important that you know how to get out of the house at the first sign of
fire.
With
the start of the New Year, resolve to make fire safety a priority in your home.
First
on your list: Sit down with your family and create a home escape plan.
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Discuss two ways out of every room, including use of the windows.
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Designate a place outside of the home where everyone will meet after they have
escaped.
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Practice your plan by holding your own fire drill.
For
more fire safety tips or to learn more about creating your own home escape plan,
visit www.townofcary.org.
Youth baseball and softball registration will start Feb. 5 and run
through Feb. 25. The fee is $44 for
Birth certificates will be required to
register all 6-year-olds. For more information or to request a registration
form, call 469-4062.
Applause!
Cary Youth Theatre will hold auditions for Legend of Pocahontas on Feb.
26-28.
Auditions are open to youth ages 8 to
18 by appointment only. To schedule an audition, call 469-4061 starting Feb. 5
through Feb. 23. For details, visit www.townofcary.org.
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Cary Art Loop, Jan. 26 & Feb. 23, 6-9 p.m. at Cary art galleries, restaurants, coffee houses and other businesses. Free. Details at 469-4061 or www.caryartloop.org.
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Triangle Sacred Harp Singers, Jan. 28,
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Calligrapher’s Guild, Feb. 10,
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Applause! Cary Youth Theatre:
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Friends of Page-Walker Winter Concert Series: Deborah Trauley and Friends, Feb. 18,
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Marvelous Music Series: The Dukes of Dixieland, Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m. at Herb Young Community Center. Dixieland into the 21st Century with authentic New Orleans sounds. Details at 469-4061.
Exhibits
Bob Adams: Contrasts and Colors.
Photography. Feb. 1-Mar. 2,
Eric Saunders: Outdoor Landscapes.
Photography. Feb. 1-28, Jordan Hall. Artist’s reception, Feb. 23,
Bruce Brice:
Stephen Aubuchon: Landscapes.
Photography. Feb. 12-Mar. 23, Town Hall. Artist’s reception, Feb. 23,