July 2000 Bud ISsue

Since 1980, the Town of Cary has been building greenways to bring open spaces within easy walking or bike riding distance of our homes. Greenways are one of Cary’s most popular recreational amenities, valued as a key component of the quality of life enjoyed in Cary. A majority of Cary’s greenways connect to park

facilities encouraging residents to bicycle or walk between their homes and local parks. Approximately half of the trails are unpaved and offer residents opportunities for walking, hiking, jogging and bicycling. Today Cary has 11 existing trails totaling over 12 miles. Cary has plans to construct an additional 50 miles of trails within the town.

Revised
YEAR-ROUND

ALTERNATE DAY WATERING LAW

ALL CARY WATER CUSTOMERS

NO OUTDOOR WATERING ON MONDAYS

Odd numbered addresses water on
Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays

Even numbered addresses water on
Wednesdays, Fridays, & Sundays

Fines for Violations
$100, $250, $500, $1,000

469-4090
www.townofcary.org

More than 300 Town of Cary cars, trucks, and SUV’s will soon display the Town’s website URL along with the Town seal which currently adorns all the vehicles. The idea originated several months ago with the Town’s Information Services Advisory Board, a 10-member citizen group appointed by the Town Council to make suggestions on how the government can better exchange information with its 95,000 plus citizens.

"It’s a great suggestion, perfect for North Carolina’s Technology Town," said Cary’s Public Information Officer, Susan Moran. "With more than 85 percent of Town residents having access to the Internet either at home or at work—almost twice the national average—we’re very interested in having our citizens turn to the web as their primary source of Town information as well as a growing list of Town services." Moran noted that local governments across the nation are looking for similar opportunities to raise awareness of their sites; one city in Georgia has added its URL to its city limit signs.

The green-on-white, 2"x18" decals cost 33 cents each and are being applied to all vehicles over the next several weeks by Town fleet management staff.

The 24^th Annual Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival will be held on Saturday, August 26^th from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Over the past 24 years, the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival has become one of the South's premier outdoor shows. Each year over 700 artisans apply for the 400 available spaces in Downtown Cary, and those who survive the jury process are rewarded by the 50,000 people that pass by their booth. Lazy Daze exhibitors are the cream of the crop, drawing artisans from New York to Mississippi and plenty of local folk too. Excellent food and a variety of live entertainment make the day fun and memorable. This year's show will feature a special children's section so the entire family can enjoy the day long festivities. And remember, if it weren't hot, it wouldn't be Lazy Daze.

Cary officials are asking citizens to help be their eyes around Town by identifying the location of potholes. Citizens can help the Town by providing pothole locales and telephoning 469-4090 or email the Town at townofcary@ci.cary.nc.us.

"While we’re already aware of and working on many potholes, citizens can help us get to the bottom of the pothole problem by partnering with us in the solution," said Cary’s Public Works Division Director, Mike Bajorek. "We want citizens to help us identify problem areas so that we can bring our streets back up to standard as soon as possible.

"To avoid injury and possible damage to vehicles, people traveling by car throughout the Triangle should reduce speed and use caution when approaching potholes. Motorists should also be on the lookout for road crews who may be working unusual hours trying to address the situation over the next several weeks.

Potholes are caused when water seeps into tiny cracks in the pavement. As the temperature rises and falls, the water expands and contracts, causing the once tiny pavement cracks to grow. This growth, coupled with constant vehicular traffic, morphs the cracks into potholes. While most potholes are simply a nuisance, some can become large and dangerous very quickly.

Owning a cat means a great deal of responsibility. The owner should make sure that the cat has food, water, shelter, and the necessary veterinary care. What many cat owners forget is the responsibility of keeping their cats from running at large. The Town of Cary has a leash law on cats. Sec. 4-24, states "No owner, keeper, or harborer of any cat shall permit it to run at large." Animal control receives numerous "cat" calls about meandering cats killing wildlife, using sandboxes as litter boxes, and getting on neighbor's vehicles.

If you have any questions, please call the Animal Control office at 319-4517 or visit our website at www.townofcary.org..

1. What is Cary Parks, Recreational & Cultural Resources Games Cancellations phone number? 319-4500 Ext. 505

2. Do I have to register my pet? Yes, for more information about animal guidelines and regulations call 469-4050.

3. When are Town Council meetings held? Town Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM in Building A, Auditorium.

4. When does the Information Services Advisory Board (ISAB) meet? The ISAB meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 5:00 PM in Building A, Front Conference room.

5. Is a permit required to install an irrigation system? Yes, call the Inspections and Permit office at 469-4340 for details.

In 1997, the Town Council adopted Ordinance 19-48, which requires the installation of rain sensors on all irrigation systems. A rain sensor is a small device designed to override the cycle of an automatic irrigation system when adequate rainfall has been received. The devices, which can be easily installed by homeowners or irrigation professionals, are available wherever irrigation supplies are sold, and range in cost from $20 to $35. Rain sensors save money by preventing over watering, which reduces runoff, lawn disease and excessive wear on irrigation systems. A permit is not required to install rain sensors on irrigation systems.

For more information, call the Department of Public Works and Utilities at 469-4090.

Gardening Tip: Fall is the best time to plant trees and shrubs. Begin planning your design now by researching information on drought-tolerant plants and wise water use in landscape design. For a set of fact sheets to guide you through the process of landscape design, check out the NC Cooperative Extension’s website at www.bae.ncsu.edu/programs/extension/ag-env/publicat/turf.html.

Conservation Tip: Promote water conservation in your neighborhood by joining the Town's Block Leader Program or writing articles for your community newsletter or web page. To become a Block Leader or to request information for your newsletter, please call 469-4387.

Recycling Tip: To dispose of bulky trash such as televisions, furniture, gas grills, wheel barrows, bicycles and swing sets call the Department of Public Works and Utilities at 469-4090 for a special pick-up. A fee is charged to your utility bill for collection of these items. To avoid this fee, residents may dispose of bulky trash at the Citizen Convenience Center located at 313 N. Dixon Ave.

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