Sept
2000

In This
Issue :


What is
Your Money Doing for
You?

SeniorNet
Computer
Learning
Center

Town's
Annual
Veteran
Luncheon

Hemlock
Blulffs
Yard
Sale

Holiday
Tree
Lighting
Auditions

Applications
Needed
for Town
Boards/
Commissions

Get Ready
for the
Great
Escape
2000

New
Registration
Process
for 2o00
 Winter
Youth
Basketball
Ages11-18

Marvelous Music
Series

Cary Town
Band
Concerts

Free Videos
Available
For Check Out!

Halloween
Celebrations!

Composting
Workshop

Conservation
Corner


Dear Bud



"BUD"
is a
Monthly
Publication of the
Town
of Cary.



Past Issues

Another in our series that briefly highlights some of this budget year’s initiatives so that you will have a better idea of how the Town is using your money to help improve your community.

Cary is getting greener, making our water and air cleaner. For the first time and in an action unrivaled by any surrounding community, the Cary Town Council has designated a special pot of gold for the protection, preservation, and acquisition of open space. This year’s magic number is $12.5 million, and that’s in addition to the $363,800 budgeted for greenway land acquisition and $659,000 set aside for parkland acquisition.

As Town staff works with Council on the spending specifics, one thing is clear: Cary will likely target our most critical environmental areas—those near our fragile lakes, streams, and creeks. This open space initiative will help keep pollutants from reaching water supplies, help preserve our wildlife’s natural habitat, and keep within everyone’s reach more than just a taste of the wonderful outdoors. And with all this, we continue to maintain a "revenue neutral" tax rate for over a decade. It’s a question of priorities, and Cary’s quality of life is at the top of Town government’s list.

The Cary Senior Center invites you to an informational meeting about SeniorNet, the Computer Learning Lab that is being included in the new Cary Senior Center facility being built in Bond Park (off High House Road). SeniorNet is a volunteer based, non-profit organization serving adults ages 55 and over. It is an educational organization that teaches older adults how to use computer and communication technologies so that they may enhance their lives and share their wisdom and knowledge with others. The goal of this first meeting is to introduce SeniorNet to our community and share how you can get involved with teaching senior adults the expansive world of computers! Volunteers will be needed to teach classes, maintain software/hardware, develop curriculum, publicize and more! An opportunity for business involvement is available also. Please call 469-4081 to reserve your space or for more detailed information! Meetings are scheduled for Monday, October 16^th at 9:30AM and Tuesday, October 17^th at 6:30PM in the Oak Room at Bond Park Community Center.

The Town of Cary is hosting an annual luncheon for all veterans on Thursday, November 9^th from 11:30AM to 1:30PM at Bond Park Community Center. The luncheon is FREE to all veterans and $7.00 for guests and all others. Join us for a memorable ceremony honoring all of Cary’s Veterans, a delicious catered luncheon and time for reminiscing! Bring any memorabilia to share with others that have served our country! Registration ends on Thursday, November 2^nd. **Please note that this event is not on the official Veteran’s Day holiday and is limited to 75 participants.**

Hemlock Bluffs Yard Sale

The Hemlock Bluffs Preservation Society will be holding its annual "Recycle Sale" to benefit Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve on Saturday, October 28 from 8:00AM to 1:00PM. Now is the time to collect and donate your unwanted clothing, toys, furniture, kitchen and/or household goods for this worthwhile cause. Please bring your donated items to Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve two days prior to the sale (October 26^th and 27^th between 12:00PM and 7:00PM). Sorry, no early drop off available. Call 387-5980 with questions. Don’t forget to stop by on October 28^th for the BIG sale!!!

Holiday Tree Lighting Auditions

This year’s Holiday Tree Lighting on Sunday, Dec. 3^rd will celebrate the diversity of performing talent in the Cary community. A variety of talent will be selected to perform onstage at the outdoor stage in front of the Holiday Tree. We’re looking for all types of performers who can help us celebrate the joy of the holiday season. Solos, small groups, families…all ages are encouraged to call 469-4061 to schedule an audition at the Page Walker

Arts & History Center, on one of the following days: Monday, Oct 9, 4:30-6:30PM, Thursday, Oct 12, 4:30-7:30PM, and Saturday, Oct 14, 10AM-12PM.

The Town of Cary is accepting applications from citizens interested in serving on Town volunteer boards/commissions. To learn more about these volunteer opportunities and to apply using the on-line form, visit http://www.townofcary.org/boards/boards.htm. The application deadline is December 1^st. Citizens with questions should e-mail lbulla@ci.cary.nc.us or call the town clerk’s office at 469-4011.

National Fire Prevention Week will be observed Oct. 8th through the 14^th with this year’s theme being "Fire Drills: The Great Escape." During this month long campaign, the Cary Fire Department encourages all families to develop a fire plan and practice it as part of the NFPA’S unified effort to promote public fire safety awareness. Use these basic steps in preparing your home escape plan:

1. Draw a floor plan of your home marking two ways out of each room (including windows)

2. Pick a meeting place outside-preferably in front of your home-where everyone can meet and be accounted for after they’ve escaped.

3. Practice your plan at least twice a year.

Join the Cary Fire Department at Cary Towne Center for its annual National Fire Prevention Week Display October 9^th through the 13^th. For more information, contact the Cary Fire Department at 469-4056.

New Registration Process for 2000 Winter Youth Basketball Ages 11-18

Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department will be accepting mail in registration only for Cary residents, Monday, October 2^nd through Saturday, October 7^th. Walk in registration will be accepted October 9^th -14^th at the Cary Community Center (404 N. Academy St.) and the Bond Park Community Center (150 Metro Park Dr.).  Registration is accepted on a first come, first served basis. Participation in the program last year does not guarantee a space. EVERYONE MUST REGISTER EVERY YEAR!

Marvelous Music Series!

On Saturday, Oct. 21, "The Carolina Connection" with The Loonis McGlohon Trio kicks off this year’s series of nationally-acclaimed musical attractions coming to Cary. McGlohon, a NC native, has accompanied many of the great singers in the world including Tony Bennett, Rosemary Clooney and Mabel Mercer. The Cary Community Center will be transformed into an intimate music hall for this engaging concert which pays tribute to the many notable North Carolinians—from Kay Kyser to Roberta Flack to James Taylor—who have left their mark on the library of American Popular Song. Call 469-4061 for prices and more information.

Cary Town Band Concerts

The Cultural Arts Division is co-sponsoring the following performances with the Cary Town Band. All concerts begin at 7:30PM at the bandstand on Walnut Street. 

October 6 - Cary Town Band
October 13 - Polka Plus Band
October 20 - Cary Town Band

Free Videos Available For Check Out!

Learn seven basic steps to designing a beautiful, water-efficient landscape by checking out "Your Own Backyard", free of charge, at the following locations: local public libraries, the Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs, Video Bar on Ryan Rd., Blockbuster Video on Wrenn Dr., and the Carbonated Video stores on N. Harrison Ave., Tryon Road, and High House Road.

Composting Workshop

Come to a free Composting Workshop Saturday, October 21^st from 9:00-10:00AM at the Compost Education Center in Bond Park. Learn how simple it is to reduce yard waste and produce your own rich soil amendment to nourish plants and shrubs. Call 469-4090 to register. ** Rain date is set for Sunday, October 22^nd from 2:00-3:00PM.

Conservation Corner

Indoor Water Conservation Tip: Indoor water use statistics vary from family to family, and in different parts of the country, but they average out pretty reliably. Nearly 30% of water used inside the home gets flushed down toilets, 20% is used in showers and baths, laundry and dishwashing use about 25%, leaks claim 10%, and 15% is used for everything else. Studies show that indoor water use can be reduced by almost 30% with water-efficient fixtures, dishwashers, and clothes washers. Take special note of water efficiency ratings when purchasing new fixtures and appliances from stores or plumbers.

Outdoor Water Conservation Tip: Drought tolerant grasses are hearty, wear-resistant grasses that stay green with less water. Warm season grasses are highly drought resistant and stay greener with less water in the summer. In Cary, cool season grasses such as fescue should be seeded in October when temperatures are cooler. Choose fescue seed mixtures that are more drought resistant (for example, Rebel or Confederate brands). Before seeding, prepare your soil by aerating it heavily (reserve aerators early!) and adding organic matter such as compost. This will enable plants to produce dense root systems which makes them healthier and more drought tolerant. By making the right grass choice, your lush green lawn will flourish with minimal maintenance and watering.

Recycling Tip: When it’s time to dispose of that old computer, please consider recycling! Working computers can be donated to the Disabled American Veterans (833-7939), Goodwill (834-0504), Salvation Army (779-8867) and Vietnam Vets/American Way (832-3199). Non-working computers can be taken to Triangle Recycling Service (740-9912).

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