Cary public meetings in 2023
62 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The advisory board will discuss the Kids Together Playground and review its 2023-2024 work plan. Reports include updates on greenway maintenance, upcoming sports training, and cultural arts programming.
- Symphony Lake dredging starting January 2024
- Black Creek Greenway sewer rehabilitation detour in progress
- Senior Center kitchen renovation to create a 12-person teaching kitchen
- USA Baseball National Training Complex field maintenance and turf conversion
- Dreamfest weekend of community events scheduled for January 12-15
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review recommendations for five new members to fill upcoming vacancies. The meeting also includes a farewell to outgoing members and a report from the PRCR Advisory Board Chair.
- Nominations for Laura Collins, Thomas “Fred” Burchet, Steve Lane, Allie Parker, and Suresh Vellanki
- Farewell to outgoing Greenway Committee members
- PRCR Advisory Board Chair report
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review recommendations to fill five vacancies on the Greenway Committee. The proposed slate includes candidates representing districts A, B, C, and D. The meeting also includes a farewell to outgoing members and a report from the PRCR Advisory Board Chair.
- Recommendation of five new committee members: Laura Collins, Thomas “Fred” Burchet, Steve Lane, Allie Parker, and Suresh Vellanki
- Farewell to outgoing Greenway Committee members
- Report from the PRCR Advisory Board Chair
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Athletic Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review reports from the PRCR Advisory Board, staff, and Teen Council. The agenda also includes discussion regarding youth coach recruiting videos and medium to long-range planning for Cary sports programs.
- Cary Sports Program Medium and Long-Range Planning
- Youth Coach Recruiting Video
- PRCR Advisory Board Report (Brent Brandow)
- Staff Update (Ted Jeffcoate)
- Teen Council Report (Prathiti Jain)
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board will review a rezoning request for approximately 5.59 acres on Chapel Hill Road. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Residential 40 (R-40) to Office and Institutional Conditional Use (O&I-CU). If approved, a condition would limit the use of these parcels to parking for an adjacent property.
- Rezoning of 5.59 acres at 9391 and 9405 Chapel Hill Road
- Change from Residential 40 (R-40) to Office and Institutional Conditional Use (O&I-CU)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will hold a special work session to discuss legal foundations and council practices. The meeting will also include announcements from the Town Manager.
- Discussion of legal foundations
- Review of council practices
- Announcements from the Town Manager
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Council will consider several items including a $2,930,044 bid for the Symphony Lake dredging project. Other business includes roof replacements at the Garmon Operations Center, traffic calming in Whitford Place, and rezoning requests.
- $2,930,044 bid award for Symphony Lake dredging to H.G. Reynolds Company, Inc.
- $1,224,000 bid award for OPS A and B roof replacements at William M. Garmon Operations Center
- Proposed $10,000 traffic calming project including a speed hump on Weycroft Avenue
- Rezoning request for 2500 Piney Plains Road to allow up to nine dwellings
- Resolution of intent to close portions of Macedonia Road and Twyla Road right of way
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will review committee roles, outreach, and potential local landmarks for nomination. The meeting also includes an overview of the Friends of the Page-Walker Sign Program and a presentation on historic signage processes.
- Discussion of potential local landmarks for nomination
- Overview of the Friends of the Page-Walker Sign Program
- Presentation on historic signage importance and processes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to finalize and adopt its 2023-2024 work plan. The meeting also includes updates on the Urban Forestry Master Plan process and the Sustainability and Climate Action Strategy.
- Adoption of the 2023-2024 EAB Work Plan
- Urban Forestry Master Plan process update
- Sustainability and Climate Action Strategy process update
- Introduction of staff liaison Dan Ault
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Cary Human Relations, Inclusion, and Diversity Task Force will discuss a draft of the 2024 Biennial Survey. The meeting also includes a presentation on business inclusion and feedback on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) grievance procedure.
- Review of draft 2024 Biennial Survey
- Business Inclusion (MWBE) presentation
- Feedback on ADA Grievance Procedure
- Subcommittee Task Force follow-up
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will review the AARP survey process with the Special Projects Manager. The meeting also covers upcoming community engagement opportunities for December.
- AARP Survey Process presentation
- Legacy of Jazz concert at The Cary Theater
- Concert Singers of Cary Holiday Pops performance
- Menorah Lighting Celebration in Downtown Cary
Economic Development Committee - Council Committee
The committee will review the September 6, 2023, minutes and receive a quarterly report from the Chamber. The agenda also includes remarks from the Manager and various development updates.
- Approval of September 6, 2023, meeting minutes
- Quarterly Chamber Report
- Manager's Remarks
- Development Updates
Town Council - Organizational Meeting
The Town Council is conducting an organizational meeting to swear in newly elected officials. The agenda includes the recognition of outgoing councilmembers and the appointment of a Mayor Pro Tem.
- Swearing in of Mayor Harold Weinbrecht
- Swearing in of Lori Bush, At-Large
- Swearing in of Michelle Craig, District B
- Swearing in of Sarika Bansal, District D
- Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and adoption of meeting schedule
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board is reviewing several committee membership updates. The board will consider new member recommendations for the Cultural Arts and Greenways committees.
- Cultural Arts Committee: Recommendation of Maria Munoz Blanco and Mary Margaret Barnes for three-year term renewals
- Cultural Arts Committee: Recommendation of Trudy Ohnsorg for a three-year term
- Cultural Arts Committee: Recommendation of Joann Keyton for a one-year term
- Greenways Committee: Recommendation of five new members including Laura Collins, Thomas Burchet, Steve Lane, Allie Parker, and Suresh Vellanki
- Greenway Master Plan update scheduled for Spring 2024
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will conduct a follow-up on Internet of Things (IoT) guidelines and hold a discussion regarding technology in parks. Members will also review the 2024 Biennial Survey Instrument.
- Review of 2024 Biennial Survey Instrument
- Follow-up on IoT Guidelines
- Discussion regarding Tech in the Park
- Review of Watch List items including Smart and Connected Cities
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
This organizational meeting includes the swearing-in of Mayor Harold Weinbrecht and councilmembers Lori Bush, Michelle Craig, and Sarika Bansal. The Council will also select a Mayor Pro Tem and adopt a meeting schedule.
- Swearing-in of Mayor Harold Weinbrecht
- Swearing-in of At-Large member Lori Bush
- Swearing-in of District B member Michelle Craig
- Swearing-in of District D member Sarika Bansal
- Selection of Mayor Pro Tem
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The Cultural Arts Committee is reviewing the FY25 nonprofit grant schedule, forms, and application review dates. The meeting also includes reports from various committee liaisons regarding festivals and local arts centers.
- FY25 Nonprofit Grant Schedule, forms, and application review dates
- Cultural Arts Committee recruitment
- Festival Committee report
- Friends of Page-Walker report
- Amphitheatre Advisory Committee report
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The committee will review the FY25 nonprofit grant schedule, forms, and application dates. Members will also receive reports from various festival and advisory committees regarding local cultural activities.
- FY25 Nonprofit Grant Schedule, Forms, and Application Review Dates
- Cultural Arts Committee Recruitment
- Festival Committee Report
- Friends of Page-Walker Report
- Amphitheatre Advisory Committee Report
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council is considering several development and infrastructure items, including a large mixed-use project on Green Level West Road. The agenda includes bid awards for water main construction, facility renovations, and greenway expansion, alongside street renaming and zoning updates.
- Rezoning and annexation of 30.572 acres at Green Level West Road for a mixed-use development
- Bid award to Sanford Contractors, Inc. for $2,823,451 for the Kit Creek Road Water Main
- Bid award to Vortex Construction Company, LLC for $979,500 for Jordan Hall renovations
- Appropriation of $7,000,000 for the Rogers Redevelopment Project parking deck and retail space
- Contract award of $2,943,378 for Higgins Greenway Phase III construction
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Task Force will review the draft 2024 meeting schedule. Members will also discuss events for a task force booth, Downtown Park visits, and public awareness event recommendations.
- Review of 2024 draft meeting schedule
- Discussion of events for Task Force Booth
- Discussion of Downtown Park visits
- Recommendations for public awareness event communication
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Cary Town Council is reviewing several land use and infrastructure proposals. Key items include a large-scale mixed-use development request and various construction contract awards. The meeting also includes public hearings on street renaming and property rezoning.
- Rezoning for Viridis at Green Level to allow 1,300 multifamily units
- $2,823,451 bid award recommendation for Kit Creek Road Water Main
- $979,500 bid award recommendation for Jordan Hall renovation
- $7,000,000 appropriation for Downtown Parking Development at Rogers Redevelopment
- $2,943,378 contract award recommendation for Higgins Greenway Phase III
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The task force will review the draft 2024 meeting schedule and discuss events for a task force booth. Members will also share feedback regarding Downtown Park visits and public awareness event recommendations.
- Review of 2024 draft meeting schedule
- Discussion of events for Task Force Booth
- Discussion of Downtown Park visits
- Recommendations for public awareness event communication
Town Council - Quarterly
The Cary Town Council will meet to discuss council priorities. This meeting includes a financial and development update.
- Financial update discussion
- Development update discussion
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The Greenway Committee will discuss proposed additions to the Greenway Master Plan draft. The meeting also includes the selection of a Committee Chair and reports from the PRCR Advisory Board.
- Selection of Greenway Committee Chair
- Greenway Master Plan Draft Additions
- PRCR Advisory Board report
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The commission will begin its new board year by selecting a Vice Chair and introducing members. Members will also discuss forming new committees and approve the 2024 Annual Work Plan.
- Selection of a Vice Chair
- Approval of the 2024 Annual Work Plan
- Review of the draft 2024 meeting schedule
- Discussion on new committee formation
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The advisory board is reviewing its 2023-2024 Annual Work Plan and discussing various departmental updates. Topics include the Parks and Open Space Plan, registration software, and upcoming community events.
- Review of 2023-2024 Annual Work Plan
- Parks and Open Space Plan discussion
- RecTrac registration software update
- Winter Youth Basketball registration status
- Cultural Arts Committee public art tour report
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will review AI procedures and IoT guidelines. The meeting includes presentations on Cary RecTrac citizen communication planning and Downtown Cary Park kiosks. Members will also address the ISAB work plan.
- AI Procedure discussion
- IoT Guidelines review
- Cary RecTrac Citizen Communication Planning
- Downtown Cary Park Kiosks
- ISAB Work Plan
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Commission reviewed a presentation on Downtown Cary development and the future of Cary Town Hall. Members also discussed updates regarding the Imagine Cary Community Plan and the status of the Historic Preservation Master Plan.
- Downtown Development presentation including Cary Town Hall future
- Imagine Cary Community Plan Interim Update
- Ivey-Ellington Phase 2 rehab project update
- Nancy Jones house landmark ordinance discussion
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will meet to introduce new members, elect a vice chair, and review the 2023-2024 work plan. The meeting includes a discussion on the implementation of the RecTrac citizen registration system for parks and recreation.
- Appointment of a new Vice Chair
- Review of the 2023-2024 Work Plan
- Cary RecTrac citizen registration system implementation
- Old North State Storytelling Festival (Nov. 3-4)
- Veterans’ Day Observance (Nov. 11)
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Council will consider several utility and infrastructure projects, including a water main replacement on Howland Avenue and artificial turf conversions at the USA Baseball National Training Complex. Additional items include a federal grant for reforestation and a rezoning request for Chapel Hill Road.
- Bid award for Howland Avenue Water Main Replacement Project to Pipeline Utilities, Inc. for $1,203,460
- Reimbursement to White Oak Foundation, Inc. in the amount of $20,598
- Rezoning request for 5.59 acres at 9391 and 9405 Chapel Hill Road
- Recognition of a $1,000,000 federal grant for 'My Tree, Our Tree Branching Out' project
- Construction cost contribution and joint-use agreement with Wake County Public Schools for NTC Field #3
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review reports from various festival and advisory groups. The meeting includes a discussion on a Public Art Bus Tour under new business.
- Public Art Bus Tour
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will hold a work session to explore specific topics with staff and consultants. The agenda includes discussion on council priority items and legal updates.
- Discussion on Council Priorities Items
- Legal Updates
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board will review a rezoning request for approximately 2.85 acres between Trinity Road and Old Trinity Circle. Additionally, the board will consider ACT 31 to update stormwater control rules and erosion control processes following changes to State law.
- Rezoning of 2.85 acres near Trinity Road and Old Trinity Circle to Transitional Residential Conditional Use
- ACT 31: Updates to Land Development Ordinance regarding stormwater control and maintenance funds
- ACT 31: Alignment of erosion and sedimentation control civil penalty processes with State statutes
- ACT 31: Proposed recycling cart process improvement to the Town Code
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss the Bike Plan and First Walk during new business. The meeting also includes information sharing regarding a Parks, Open Space & Greenways Master Plan Survey and a Greenway Hike & Pints event.
- Discussion of the Bike Plan
- Review of First Walk
- Information on the Parks, Open Space & Greenways Master Plan Survey
- Update on Greenway Hike & Pints
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board is reviewing a proposed mural for Vicious Fishes Brewery at 510 Old Apex Road. The board is also reviewing the 65% design plans for Higgins Greenway IV and the 2023-2024 work plan. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on various public art projects and the appointment of a Vice Chair.
- Proposed mural at 510 Old Apex Road by artist Sam Parker
- Review of Higgins Greenway IV 65% design plans
- Review of the 2023-2024 PAAB Work Plan and Goals
- Recommendation for Steven Edwards to continue as Vice Chair
- Update on the Firefly Crown Workshop and Parade
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board is beginning the process of developing its annual work plan. The meeting also included a presentation on the public input process for rezoning and discussions regarding the draft Urban Forest Master Plan.
- Development of the EAB annual work plan
- Review of the Draft Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP)
- Discussion of the Wake County Land Cover Analysis/Tree Canopy Assessment
- Presentation on Cary's Planning and Zoning public input processes
Athletic Committee - Committee Meeting
Staff announced an increase in youth sports registration fees from $60 to $75 for residents and $85 to $100 for non-residents. The committee also discussed updates to winter youth basketball rules and long-range planning for the sports program. Additionally, concerns were raised regarding lighting alignment issues at Bond Park Field #2.
- Increase youth sports league registration fees to $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents
- Update winter youth basketball rules regarding pressing and stealing
- Downtown Park scheduled to open November 19
- Winter Youth Basketball registration opens September 13
- Report on lighting alignment issues at Bond Park Field #2
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The committee reviewed updates to winter youth basketball rules regarding point leads and stealing. Staff also presented a proposal to increase youth sports league registration fees for residents and non-residents.
- Proposed increase of youth league registration fees from $60 to $75 for residents
- Proposed increase of youth league registration fees from $85 to $100 for non-residents
- Winter youth basketball rule change: no pressing triggered by a 15+ point lead instead of 20+
- Public comment regarding lighting alignment issues at Bond Park Field #2
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will discuss the Parks and Open Space Master Plan and introduce new members. The meeting also includes updates on upcoming sports tournaments, cultural arts programming, and committee reports.
- Parks and Open Space Master Plan discussion
- Conversion of USA Baseball National Training Complex fields 3 & 4 to turf
- Upcoming sports events at Cary Tennis Park and WakeMed Soccer Park
- Cultural Arts Committee updates on Koka Booth Amphitheatre and Downtown Cary Park
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will select topics for its 2023-2024 Annual Work Plan and vote on a new vice chair. Discussion items also include cyber security awareness and updates regarding Downtown Park.
- Selection of the 2023-2024 Annual Work Plan topics
- Election of a Vice Chair
- Downtown Park update
- Cyber Security Awareness presentation
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The board will address a resolution for the Alston Hotel project, which proposes a 194-room hotel at 4050 St. Martin Lane. Members will also review the 2024 ZBOA Workplan and appoint a new Vice Chair.
- Resolution for Alston Hotel (22-DP-6830)
- Presentation of 2024 ZBOA Workplan
- Appointment of Board Vice Chair
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider a joint-use agreement for artificial turf at the USA Baseball National Training Complex. Other agenda items include rezoning requests, budget amendments, and land development ordinance updates.
- Rezoning of 74.46 acres at Aerial Center Parkway to Office/Research and Development
- CAMPO budget amendment including $177,628 in federal grant funding
- Annexation request for 1537 Jenks Carpenter Road
- Proposed Land Development Ordinance and Town Code amendments (ACT 31)
- Construction cost contribution and joint-use agreement with Wake County Public Schools
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review reports from various festival and advisory groups. The meeting includes a tour and discussion of the Koka Booth Amphitheatre.
- Debrief on cultural arts organization presentations
- Tour and Discussion of Koka Booth Amphitheatre
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review previous cultural arts organization presentations and receive reports from various festival and advisory groups. New business includes a tour and discussion of the Koka Booth Amphitheatre.
- Debrief on cultural arts organization presentations
- Tour and discussion of Koka Booth Amphitheatre
- Festival Committee Report
- Friends of Page-Walker Report
- Amphitheatre Advisory Committee Report
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will review the PAAB Annual Report covering activities from October 2022 through September 2023. Members will also receive updates on several ongoing public art projects, including the Lazy Daze interactive pixel wall and neighborhood park developments.
- Review of PAAB Annual Report (Oct 1, 2022 – Sept 30, 2023)
- Update on Lazy Daze Interactive Pixel Wall by Noa Younse
- Update on Carpenter Fire Station Park
- Update on McCrimmon Parkway Neighborhood Park
- Review of current public art capital and temporary projects
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The board voted to find two rezoning proposals consistent with the Imagine Cary Community Plan. These include developments at Aerial Center Parkway and the Green Level Destination Center. The meeting also included an update on the town's climate action strategy.
- Rezoning ~74.46 acres at Aerial Center Parkway to Office/Research and Development (22-REZ-08)
- Approval of Viridis at Green Level Destination Center PDP rezoning (21-REZ-12)
- Update on the 'Count Me in, Cary!' climate action strategy campaign
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will consider a bid for water meter replacements, developer fee reimbursements, and several consent agenda items. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding an annexation request for a mixed-use development.
- Award of $1,219,160.00 bid to Ferguson Waterworks for AMI meter replacements
- $414,921 in FY 2023 Transportation Development Fee reimbursements
- Annexation request for 30.572 acres at Green Level West Road
- Ordinance for gas utility franchise with Public Service Company of North Carolina
- Annexation petition for 1537 Jenks Carpenter Road
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider a bid award for replacing 1,500 water meters with Ferguson Waterworks. The agenda also includes approving $414,921 in transportation development fee reimbursements to developers. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing regarding an annexation request for a mixed-use development.
- $1,219,160 bid award to Ferguson Waterworks for water meter replacements
- $414,921 in Transportation Development Fee reimbursements
- Second vote on gas utility franchise ordinance for Public Service Company of North Carolina
- Public hearing for annexation of 30.572 acres at Green Level West Road
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a major Certificate of Appropriateness for a 16'x30' screened porch addition at the John L. and Henrie G. Sears House. Members will also discuss the 2023 Annual Report.
- Public hearing for Sears House screened porch addition (Case 23-COA-02)
- Discussion of the 2023 Annual Report
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board will review Cary's Planning and Zoning processes during a presentation by the Assistant Planning Director. The board will also discuss updates to the Draft Urban Forest Master Plan and tree canopy assessments.
- Presentation on Cary's Planning and Zoning
- EAB 2022-2023 Annual Report review
- Draft Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP) discussion
- Draft Urban Forestry Communications Approach discussion
- Wake County Land Cover Analysis/Tree Canopy Assessment discussion
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board is reviewing a land dedication ordinance and a rezoning request for the Trinity Road Townhomes. The meeting also includes reports on greenway capital projects, sports venue schedules, and upcoming cultural arts events.
- Rezoning of 2.85 acres near Trinity Road and Old Trinity Circle for detached dwellings and townhomes
- Proposed park land dedication of 0.49 acres for the Trinity Road development
- Greenway capital projects including Crabtree Creek, Black Creek Trail, and Higgins Greenway
- Upcoming sports events at Cary Tennis Park, USA Baseball National Training Complex, and WakeMed Soccer Park
- Cultural arts programming at Koka Booth Amphitheatre and Cary Arts Center
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will review its annual report and hold a discussion regarding artificial intelligence. The board will also consider several watch list items, including downtown technology and social media.
- ISAB Annual Report
- AI Discussion
- Review of watch list items
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will discuss Case 22-DP-6830 regarding the Alston Hotel. Staff will also present an update on the Climate Action Plan and the Count Me In, Cary! program. Additionally, the board will receive the 2023 ZBOA Annual Report.
- Case 22-DP-6830 Alston Hotel
- Climate Action Plan update
- Count Me In, Cary! program update
- 2023 ZBOA Annual Report presentation
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will meet to discuss the SAB Annual Report and engagement opportunities. The agenda also includes the recognition of an outgoing member.
- Recognition of Outgoing Member
- SAB Annual Report presentation by Kris Carmichael
Economic Development Committee - Council Committee
The committee will receive a presentation regarding Count Me In, Cary! and a quarterly report from the Cary Chamber. The agenda also includes remarks from the Town Manager and updates on development.
- Count Me In, Cary! Presentation by Danna Widmar
- Quarterly Chamber Report by Mark Lawson
- Manager's Remarks by Sean Stegall
- Development Updates by Ted Boyd
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Task Force will review the Count Me In sustainability and climate action strategy. Members will also hold a brainstorming session regarding the Downtown Park. Additionally, the group will discuss communication recommendations for an October public awareness event.
- Presentation on Count Me In, Cary Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy
- Downtown Park brainstorming discussion
- Communication recommendations for October 2023 Public Awareness event
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Task Force reviewed Cary's ADA Transition Plan and accessibility for facilities and infrastructure. Members also discussed upcoming brainstorming for the Downtown Park and communication recommendations for an October public awareness event.
- Presentation on Cary’s ADA Transition Plan and Accessibility
- Discussion of Downtown Park brainstorming
- Recommendations for October 'Public Awareness' event
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will review several annexation petitions for residential, commercial, and utility developments. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance regarding a natural gas utility franchise.
- Annexation of 30.572 acres at Green Level West Road for mixed-use development
- Rezoning of 2.85 acres between Trinity Road and Old Trinity Circle
- Annexation of 1901 Piney Plains Road for multi-family dwellings
- Annexation of 6200 & 6308 Holly Springs Road for church-related uses
- Annexation of 31.765 acres on Louis Stephens Drive for townhouses
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The Town Council will consider several annexation petitions for residential, commercial, and utility developments. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a new natural gas utility franchise for Public Service Company of North Carolina.
- Annexation of 30.572 acres at Green Level West Road for mixed-use development
- Rezoning of 2.85 acres between Trinity Road and Old Trinity Circle
- Annexation of 1901 Piney Plains Road for multi-family dwellings
- Annexation of 6200 & 6308 Holly Springs Road for church-related uses
- Annexation of 31.765 acres on Louis Stephens Drive for townhouses
Athletic Committee - Committee Meeting
The Athletic Committee discussed potential changes to how youth sport suspensions are handled, specifically regarding whether players must attend games to complete a suspension. Staff also proposed moving toward notifying parents of penalties directly rather than through coaches.
- Discussion on updating youth sports disciplinary processes
- Proposal to change parent notification procedures for player suspensions
- Update on spring youth baseball and softball participation numbers
- Upcoming Spring Daze event at Bond Park on April 29
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review capital project updates and receive information shares regarding various community events and master plan updates. The meeting includes a public comment period and reports from the PRCR Advisory Board.
- Capital Project Updates
- Parks, Open Space & Greenways Master Plan Update
- Bike Plan Update
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will meet to discuss new business. The primary topic involves maintaining the Patrick Dougherty Sculpture.
- Maintaining the Patrick Dougherty Sculpture