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June 2014
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Fun on the Fourth
Join us in celebrating the birth of our nation for a host of fun-filled events! It all begins with our Independence Eve Celebration. Come on out to the Cary Arts Center on July 3rd for a fun, patriotic presentation by the Applause! Touring Troupe and Cary Clown Comedy Camp. Then, the Cary Town Band performs German and British marches from the World Wars as well as the Hymn to the Fallen. There will also be a salute to military service personnel, past and present, who have helped secure our freedom and liberty.
Get up early on July 4th for Cary’s Olde Time Celebration. Travel back in time to Bond Park for lots of fun for the entire family. The day begins with a parent-child fishing tournament, followed by the Parade in the Park and a host of games and competitions from donut eating to watermelon seed spitting.
Then, head over to Koka Booth Amphitheatre for patriotic performances, music and an explosion of family-friendly activities.
The celebration is capped off with our annual spectacular fireworks display. While free and open to the public, reserved seating is available; pick up tickets at the Booth Box Office or at www.etix.com.
“Fourth of July” at www.townofcary.org
Rail Crossing Repairs Start
Work is about to begin on the railroad crossing at Old Apex Road and S.W. Cary Parkway.
S.W. Cary Parkway at Old Apex Road will close in early July and will open to through traffic in mid-August. All businesses and citizens who reside along S.W. Cary Parkway near the closure area will have access during all phases of the work.
The project will provide sidewalk improvements on each side of S.W. Cary Parkway and pedestrian signal controlled crosswalks to upgrade the rubber railroad grade crossing materials.
“Railroad Grade Crossing Repairs” at www.townofcary.org l (919) 380-4104
Help Stop Crimes of Opportunity
Cary is one of the safest communities in the country, but there are plenty of people who are glad to accept an invite to steal from unlocked cars and open garages, or even come into your home via an open garage and interior door.
These “crimes of opportunity” happen too often, including here in Cary. So, be sure to lock your home, garage, and car doors. If you see your neighbors’ open, knock on their door and encourage them to do the same.
“Summer Safety Tips” at www.townofcary.org
Street Resurfacing Beginning
We’re about to begin resurfacing 22 miles of streets within the Town as part of our street resurfacing program.
Starting this month and continuing through the fall, we’ll perform routine street maintenance to keep our Town-owned streets in good condition. To determine which streets get some TLC, we employed a third party service to rate segments of streets most in need of repaving. Pieces of some 180 streets are to be repaved as part of this project, and include streets in all corners of Cary.
Check out the comprehensive list and more project information by searching “Streets Projects” at www.townofcary.org. This program was supported by Cary voters as part of the 2012 Community Investment Bonds.
(919) 469-4333
Be An Aquastar
This summer, as you irrigate your yard, log in to Aquastar and gauge your water use to see if you’re using what you expect. While online, be sure to schedule a free performance check-up for your automatic irrigation system. We’ll review the efficiency of your system to help you get the most mileage out of every drop.
“Beat the Peak” at www.townofcary.org
Cary Teen Council: Apply Now!
Know a teen who may be interested in joining hundreds of peers for social and recreational activities, community service, leadership and team- building fun?
Applications for the Cary Teen Council are accepted throughout the month of June for rising grades 6-11.
“Teen Council” at www.townofcary.org
Movies by Moonlight Returns
It’s baaack! The popular Movies by Moonlight at Koka Booth Amphitheatre has returned! Bring your blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy your favorite movie on a huge 30 x 40-movie screen!
The following movies are just $3 for adults with kids under 12 admitted for free:
• July 11 The Lego Movie (PG)
• July 18 The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (PG-13)
• July 25 Now You See Me (PG-13)
For your convenience, a full concession menu is available and includes your favorite movie theatre items: popcorn, candy and soft drinks. You’re also welcome to bring a picnic (including beer and wine) to enjoy during the movie!
Don’t miss your chance to see your favorite flicks under the stars!
“Movies by Moonlight” at www.townofcary.org
Water Quality Report Now Online
We’re committed to providing drinking water that meets all state and federal regulatory standards. After performing over 50,000 water quality analyses in 2013, we’re proud to report that our water remains safe and of high quality.
Our annual Water Quality Report covers all drinking water quality testing performed during 2013. Go online to review testing results and other important information about your drinking water.
To request a paper copy of the report, call our Public Works Customer Service at (919) 469-4090.
waterreport.townofcary.org
Imagine Cary in 2040
At a work session on May 1, Town Council gave the green light for Imagine Cary, a multi-year effort to update our Comprehensive Plan, to move into its second phase: Policy Options. This phase will include understanding choices for the future.
Public meetings will be held on July 24 from 7-9 p.m. at the Bond Park Community Center and July 26 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Cary Senior Center. Imagine Cary is an opportunity for everyone who cares about the Town to assess our community today, understand choices for the future, and create policies to match the vision.
www.imaginecary.org l (919) 469-4082
Hurricane Season is Here
Are you ready for nature’s biggest summer storms? Hurricanes can cause outages, wind damage, flooding and more.
Create a disaster kit for each family member, including pets. It should be easily portable and include food, clothes, medicine, cash, sensitive documents, and a flashlight with batteries. Pack enough supplies for each person and pet to last at least three days.
A Wake County resident? Go to www.readywake.com and sign-up to receive free weather-related alerts by phone, text or email.
“Severe Weather” at www.townofcary.org
#Cary
Get the latest Town of Cary news by following us on Twitter, a free service that offers a convenient way to gather, read and share real-time updates.
Our main news feed is twitter.com/TownofCary. Other feeds are: @TOC_Fun, @TOC_Safety, @TOC_Traffic, and @TOC_ Downtown.
Hot Tips: Fireworks Safety
The Fourth of July wouldn’t be the same without fireworks. Although we encourage you to attend sanctioned firework displays like the ones at Booth Amphitheatre, if you decide to light your own, know the facts.
Legal fireworks in our state include snake/grow worms, smoke devices, wire sparklers, trick noisemakers, and snappers and sprays. Anything that explodes or is projected into the air— firecrackers, roman candles and aerial fireworks— is illegal.
Be sure to buy from a reputable vendor. Never relight a dud, and soak spent devices in water before disposing in the trash.
Only Rain In The Drain
Cary’s storm drains discharge into lakes and streams that serve as your drinking water supply. Illegal discharges to our storm drain system can pollute our water. Notify the Town if you see someone dumping illegally into a storm drain.
“Stormwater Education” at www.townofcary.org l (919) 469-4038
Cultural Connection
Summer Sertoma Concert Series: Triangle Brass Band (June 27, 7 p.m., Sertoma Amphitheatre in Bond Park). Free. (919) 469-4069.
2014 North Carolina Symphony Summerfest Series: Legends of Beach (June 28, 7:30 p.m., Koka Booth Amphitheatre).
Summer Sertoma Concert Series: Mountain Birch Duo (July 12, 6 p.m., Sertoma Amphitheatre in Bond Park). Free. (919) 469-4069.
Downtown Performance Series: Craicdown (July 12, 7 p.m., Downtown Performance Green, corner of Academy Street & Kildaire Farm Road). Free. (919) 469-4061.
2014 North Carolina Symphony Summerfest Series: Around the World with the von Trapps (July 12, 7:30 p.m., Koka Booth Amphitheatre).
Seven O'clock Rock Series: Beach Night with Peak City Sound (July 18, 7 p.m., Intersection of Academy & Chatham Streets). Free. (919) 469-4061.
Black Irish: The MONSTER Initiative
Contemporary Dance Workshop (July 19, noon to 6 p.m., Cary Arts Center). (919) 462-2055.
Visit www.townofcary.org and on Twitter @TOC_Fun for more
BUD Bits
Fall Youth Basketball registration opens for kids ages 5-8 on July 14. Fees are $50 for Cary residents and $75 for non-residents. “Youth Sports” at www.townofcary.org
Town of Cary offices will close Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Garbage, yard waste and recycling for Friday customers will be collected one day later on Saturday, July 5. On July 4, the Citizen's Convenience Center located at 313 N. Dixon Ave. will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. “Holiday Collection” at www.townofcary.org l (919) 469-4090