Cary public meetings in 2024
158 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The Cary Greenway Committee meeting will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting. It will formally say farewell to outgoing Greenway Committee members. The meeting will provide instructions for the public to submit comments and include a report from the PRCR Advisory Board Chair. The next meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2025 at Town Hall.
- Adopt agenda
- Adopt November 21, 2024 minutes
- Farewell to outgoing Greenway Committee members
- Instructions for submitting public comments
- Report from PRCR Advisory Board – Chair
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will discuss the draft Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources (PRCR) System Plan and hear updates on current public art capital projects and temporary installations, including the GLOW lantern parade. The board will also receive reports from the Cultural Arts Manager and Council Liaison.
- Presentation of the PRCR System Plan Draft by Community Projects Director Cassie Schumacher-Georgopoulos
- Update on capital projects: Higgins Greenway Phase III, Hemlock Bluffs, McCrimmon Parkway Neighborhood Park, Carpenter Fire Station Neighborhood Park, and others
- Update on GLOW 2024 and Community Lantern Parade workshops (under Silver Moon parade Jan 11)
- Reports from Teen Council liaisons, Cary Visual Arts, Fine Arts League of Cary
- Brighter Daze Online Market supporting western NC artists affected by Hurricane Helene (Nov 1 - Dec 31)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The Cultural Arts Committee will meet to elect a committee chair and receive presentations from the South Indian Fine Arts Academy and Cary's Public Art Supervisor. The meeting also includes reports from various arts work groups and advisory committees.
- Election of Committee Chair
- Presentation by South Indian Fine Arts Academy
- Presentation by Public Art Supervisor Denise Dickens
- Cary Art Daze Work Group Report
- Friends of Page-Walker Report
Athletic Committee - Committee Meeting
The Athletic Committee will review reports on current sports programs and consider how to boost female involvement in town leagues. Members will also set future meeting dates and discuss potential program improvements. Public comments can be submitted for the Public Speaks Out portion.
- Discussion of female participation in Cary sports leagues (Agenda item H)
- Review of staff updates on youth, adult, and senior sports registrations
- Consideration of future committee meeting dates (Agenda item G)
- Potential changes to program marketing and roster balancing (Agenda item I)
- Public comment submission process for the Public Speaks Out item
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The board will review two rezoning requests for residential developments and receive a presentation on the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan. The board provides recommendations on whether these items are consistent with the Imagine Cary Community Plan.
- 22-REZ-21: Rezoning 2.59 acres on Middleton Avenue for townhouses at up to 12 units per acre
- 23-REZ-03: Rezoning 71.66 acres south of Pine Rail Lane and east of Knotty Oaks Drive for up to 170 dwelling units
- 23-A-04: Annexation request for Courtyards at White Oak (0 and 1202 Batchelor Road)
- Presentation of the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan by Energy Manager Sara Caliendo
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Council will review the FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and declare the results of a recent bond referendum. Additional items include several rezoning requests, a contract award for Lewey Drive utility improvements, and updates to the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources System Plan.
- Award of $6,147,000 contract to JF Wilkerson Contracting Co., Inc. for Lewey Drive Utilities and Street Improvements
- CAMPO budget amendment including $37,200 in NCDOT PL grant funding and $146,090 from partner agencies
- Public hearing for Alston Yards annexation and rezoning at 5101 N.C. 55
- Public hearing for Greenwood Forest Baptist Church mixed-use rezoning at 110 S.E. Maynard Road
- Discussion of Old Apex Road rezoning for up to 223 multi-family units
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Council will consider several land use requests including Alston Yards and Greenwood Forest Baptist Church. Additionally, the body will review a $6.1 million utility project on Lewey Drive and updates to the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources System Plan.
- Lewey Drive Utilities and Street Improvements Project contract award for $6,147,000
- CAMPO budget amendment including $37,200 in NCDOT PL grant funding
- Rezoning of 1408-1420 Old Apex Road for up to 223 multi-family units
- Rezoning request for 7.07 acres at 110 S.E. Maynard Road and 10 Kilmayne Drive
- Annexation and rezoning petition for property near 5101 N.C. 55
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission approved the continued operation of the Nancy Jones Use Committee and its proposal to use the property as a research center. The commission also received updates on town-owned historic properties, upcoming meeting schedules, and pending landmark investigations.
- Approval of Nancy Jones House as a Research Center
- Update on Turner-Evans Cemetery landmarking opportunity
- Draft 2025 meeting schedule presentation
- Status update on Ivey-Ellington construction
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will adopt its agenda, approve minutes from the November 12 meeting, and hear staff and council liaison comments. Members will receive a board member profile from Chair Mia South and instructions for submitting public comments. The new business item is a Food Waste Presentation by Srijana Guilford and Jesse Troublefield.
- Food Waste Presentation – speakers Srijana Guilford (Waste Strategy and Impact Consultant) and Jesse Troublefield (Solid Waste Division Manager)
- Public comment submission instructions – email [email protected] by noon on Dec 10
- Staff Liaison comments – Dan Ault mentions the bond referendum
- Council Liaison comments – Jack Smith’s comments attached as Exhibit A
- Member Share – Board Member Profile presented by Chair Mia South
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will receive a housing update and an update on the ADU ordinance amendment. Members will brainstorm ideas for the Senior Housing Resources section of the Cary Housing website. The board will also hear about December engagement opportunities.
- Housing update from Director of Housing and Community Partnerships and Communications Manager
- Update on the ADU ordinance amendment
- Brainstorming session for Senior Housing Resources website section
- December engagement opportunities presented by staff liaison
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board will review administrative goals for its 2025 work plan and discuss a spring community engagement event. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Sustainability and Climate Action Strategy.
- Presentation on Sustainability and Climate Action Strategy by Sara Caliendo
- Discussion of administrative goals including the creation of a 'Tabling Bin' by March 2025
- Proposal to establish a Community Engagement Subcommittee by January 2025
- Plan to create a public safety QR code in Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, French, and Hindi by September 2025
- Goal to provide data-based recommendations for Go Cary transportation fees by May 2025
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will consider a Cary AI Procedure presented by the Senior Assistant Town Attorney, receive an update on the 311 system, and hear a presentation on the Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy. The board will also review its watch list items and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Cary AI Procedure presented by Senior Assistant Town Attorney Matt Pentz
- 311 Update from implementation and innovation officer Ryan Hargreaves and staff
- Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy Presentation by Assistant Town Manager Danna Widmar
- Review of Watch List items including Economic Development Areas, Future Technologies, Smart/Connected/Sustainable Cities, Social Media, and Town Communications
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will meet virtually and in person to hear presentations on Cary's AI procedure, a 311 system update, and the town's Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy. They will also consider watch list items including economic development areas, future technologies, and smart cities. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and approval of minutes from the November 4 meeting.
- Cary AI Procedure presentation by Senior Assistant Town Attorney Matt Pentz
- 311 Update from 311 Implementation and Innovation Officer Ryan Hargreaves and others
- Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy Presentation by Assistant Town Manager Danna Widmar
- Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting
- Consideration of watch list items: Economic Development Areas, Future Technologies, Smart, Connected, and Sustainable Cities, Social Media, Town Communications
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold hearings on development plans for several businesses and a flex building. The board will also address resolutions for a Chase Bank and a family care home.
- Case hearing: 1050 Northgate Ct Flex Bldg (24-DP-5577)
- Case hearing: Crossroads Chick-Fil-A (24-DP-1062)
- Case hearing: Take 5 Oil Change at Harrison Pointe Shopping Center (24-DP-8720)
- Resolution: Chase Bank at Harrison Pointe (22-DP-11483)
- Resolution: 113 E Johnson St Family Care Home (24-RA-01)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The Greenway Committee will adopt minutes, hear public comments, and revisit the Bike Plan with a consultant. Information items include a greenway safety campaign, ebike regulations, the PRCR Master Plan, and an interlocal agreement for the American Tobacco Trail.
- Adoption of minutes from September 19 and October 15, 2024
- Old Business: Bike Plan update with consultant Todd Milam
- Information share: Greenway Safety Campaign and ebikes on greenways
- Information share: PRCR Master Plan update
- Information share: ATT Interlocal Agreement
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The Cary Cultural Arts Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from the Chair, Cultural Arts Division, and several liaison groups. New business includes a presentation about the Fine Arts League of Cary and a review of the 2025 meeting calendar. Old business focuses on reviewing the Cultural Arts Grants application and guidelines.
- Presentation about Fine Arts League of Cary – Sarah Redpath (F.1)
- Review of 2025 Meeting Calendar (F.2)
- Review of Cultural Arts Grants Application and Guidelines (G.1)
- Cary Art Daze Work Group Report (H.1)
- Friends of Page‑Walker Report (H.2)
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will consider the proposed mural for the Hive House Hotel at 1121 Ledsome Lane, commissioned by CMC Hotels and created by artist Clark Hipolito. The board will also review the 2025 PAAB work plan and goals, discuss the meeting schedule, and consider a recommendation for the Cary Creative Placemaking Awards work group. Old business includes a handout on current public art capital and temporary projects.
- Hive House Hotel mural by Clark Hipolito – review/action (1121 Ledsome Lane, CMC Hotels)
- 2025 PAAB work plan and goals – review/action
- PAAB meeting schedule – comments
- Recommendation to appoint work group for Cary Creative Placemaking Awards
- Current public art capital & temporary projects – handout
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board will review three items and make recommendations to the Town Council. The board will consider a rezoning request for 10.94 acres at 4000 Green Level West Road to allow up to 2.02 units per acre with conditions. It will also review an amendment to the Wellington Park PDD to permit 7 townhouses at 301 Wellingborough Drive. Additionally, the board will provide a recommendation on the 2024 update to the Imagine Cary Community Plan.
- Rezoning 10.94 acres at 4000 Green Level West Road from Wake County R-40W to Cary R-12-CU with Watershed Protection and Conservation Residential Overlay Districts
- Conditions for rezoning include 2.02 du/acre max density, 3,500 sq ft community gathering space, off-site road improvements to Ridgeback Road, and 60-ft streetscape on Green Level West Road
- PDD amendment for 1.08 acres at 301 Wellingborough Drive to allow 7 alley-loaded townhouses with Type C and Type A streetscapes
- Review of the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024 Update focusing on new preface and LIVE, ENRICH, SERVE chapters
- Appointment of Vice Chair and adoption of 2025 meeting schedule
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Cary Town Council will hold a work session to discuss development updates and review the upcoming meeting schedule. This session is a less formal meeting focused on a single topic and does not include public hearings.
- Discussion on Council Priorities: Development Updates
- Review of Upcoming Meeting Schedule
- Announcements from Town Manager
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Cary Town Council will consider several consent agenda items, including extending e‑bike access on greenways, amending interlocal agreements for trail maintenance and emergency dispatch, and awarding ARPA‑funded sidewalk contracts totaling $5,170,408.96. The Council will also set a public hearing for the Alston Yards annexation and rezoning request. Additional public‑hearing items cover a street‑name change, a Medcon Court rezoning, and a Batchelor Road/Knotty Oaks Drive annexation.
- Ordinance amendment to remove expiration date for electric‑assisted bicycles on Cary greenways
- Third amendment to the interlocal agreement for maintenance of the American Tobacco Trail
- Resolution to approve the interlocal agreement for emergency dispatch and communications services with Apex and Morrisville
- Award of ARPA sidewalk construction bids to SA Hauling & Utilities LLC and White Oak Construction Corp. for a combined $5,170,408.96, rejecting the West Chatham Streetside Trail bid
- Resolution calling a public hearing on Dec. 12, 2024 for the Alston Yards annexation and rezoning (5101 N.C. 55)
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board will adopt previous meeting minutes, discuss the 2025 draft meeting schedule, and develop a work plan by having members share their top three specific, measurable goals for the coming year.
- Adoption of minutes from the July 10, 2024 Task Force meeting
- Discussion of the 2025 draft meeting schedule
- Members asked to bring top three specific, measurable goals for work plan development
- Staff and council liaison comments, plus member comments
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting with new business including training on the landmark program and quasi-judicial process, review of the Certified Local Government annual report, and adoption of the 2025 meeting schedule. Old business includes an update on the Turner Evans Cemetery and a report from the Nancy Jones Committee on the proposed use of the Nancy Jones House as a cultural facility/museum.
- Training session on landmark designation process and quasi-judicial training
- Review of Certified Local Government annual report
- Adoption of 2025 meeting schedule
- Update on Turner Evans Cemetery as potential local historic landmark
- Report from Nancy Jones Committee on proposed use of house as cultural facility/museum
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will meet for a work session to conduct a closed session. The discussion will focus on the qualifications, performance, and employment conditions of public officers or employees.
- Closed session regarding personnel qualifications and employment conditions
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board will discuss and adopt its 2024-2025 work plan. Other routine business includes approval of October meeting minutes, a board member profile, and setting the 2025 meeting calendar. The meeting is largely procedural.
- Adoption of the 2024-2025 EAB Work Plan
- Discussion of the 2025 Board Calendar
- Board Member Profile presentation by Chair Mia South
- Approval of minutes from October 8, 2024 meeting
Town Council - Quarterly
The Town Council will hold a quarterly meeting to discuss council priorities, including a financial and development update. No votes or public hearings are scheduled. The agenda includes only discussion items and a possible closed session.
- Discussion of council priorities, including financial and development update
- Possible closed session
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will discuss and adopt its 2024-2025 Annual Work Plan, review a draft Senior Center survey, provide feedback on the Senior Services website refresh, and discuss November engagement opportunities and the 2025 board calendar.
- Discuss and adopt 2024-2025 Annual Work Plan
- Review draft Senior Center survey for accreditation
- Provide feedback on Senior Services website refresh
- Review November engagement opportunities
- Discuss 2025 board calendar
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board is discussing land dedication requirements for two rezoning requests. Staff recommends recreation fund payments instead of land dedication for both sites due to their small size and proximity to existing parks.
- 22-REZ-01 Augusta Rezoning: staff recommends recreation fund payment in-lieu of 0.63 acres of land at 4000 Green Level West Road
- 24-REZ-03 Wellington Park PDD Amendment: staff recommends recreation fund payment in-lieu of 0.2 acres of land at 301 Wellingborough Drive
- Review of the PRCR Masterplan
- Discussion of the 2024-2025 Draft Work Plan
- Review of the Rules of Order and Policy 148 Update
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will consider a presentation on the GoCary Service Dashboard, review and adopt its draft 2024‑2025 work plan, and adopt the 2025 board calendar. The board will also discuss watch‑list topics including Downtown, Future Technologies, Greenway Technology, Smart and Connected Cities, Social Media, and Town Communications.
- Presentation on GoCary Service Dashboard by Fabian Rodriguez and Coray Davis
- Review and adoption of the ISAB 2024‑2025 Work Plan
- Adoption of the 2025 Board Calendar
- Consideration of Watch List Items: Downtown, Future Technologies, Greenway Technology, Smart and Connected Cities, Social Media, Town Communications
Economic Development Committee - Council Committee
The committee will meet to discuss a development update and a bond education presentation. The meeting also includes a quarterly report from the Cary Chamber of Commerce and a welcome for new members.
- Bond Education Presentation by Assistant Town Manager Scot Berry
- Development Update by Assistant Town Manager Scot Berry
- Quarterly Chamber Report by Cary Chamber of Commerce President Mark Lawson
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a proposed amendment to the Land Development Ordinance that would allow detached ADUs in all single‑unit residential districts, increase the maximum ADU size to 50% of the primary dwelling (up to 800 sq ft, or 1,000 sq ft on lots 40,000 sq ft or larger), and require one parking space per ADU. The board will provide a written determination on whether the amendment is consistent with the Imagine Cary Community Plan. No public comment will be taken at this meeting.
- Review of ACT 32 Accessory Dwelling Unit Land Development Ordinance Amendments
- Proposal to allow detached ADUs in all single‑unit detached‑dwelling districts
- Increase ADU size limit from 33% to 50% of primary dwelling (max 800 sq ft, 1,000 sq ft on large lots)
- Requirement of one parking space per ADU regardless of bedrooms
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The Cary Cultural Arts Committee will discuss the results of a survey of cultural arts organizations and evaluate pending cultural arts grant applications. The meeting also includes liaison reports from the Cary Art Daze Work Group, Friends of Page‑Walker, the Amphitheatre Advisory Committee, and a teen report. No old business is scheduled.
- Discussion of Survey of Cultural Arts Organizations
- Review of Cultural Arts Grants Applications
- Cary Art Daze Work Group liaison report
- Friends of Page‑Walker liaison report
- Amphitheatre Advisory Committee liaison report
Town Council - Work Session
The Cary Town Council is scheduled to hold a work session on October 22, 2024, at the Herbert C Young Community Center. The meeting includes a closed session and adjournment.
- Work session at Herbert C Young Community Center
- Closed session
- Meeting adjournment
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will discuss a rezoning request for a mixed-use development on Buck Jones Road and hold public hearings regarding the Imagine Cary Community Plan update and property annexations. The body will also consider utility reimbursements and traffic schedule updates.
- Rezoning of 44.35 acres along Buck Jones Road near Walnut Street from General Commercial to Mixed Use District
- Public hearing for annexation of properties at 0 and 1220 Batchelor Road for Courtyards at White Oak
- Public hearing for the ACT-34 Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024 Update
- Reimbursement to White Oak Foundation, Inc. in the amount of $9,363 for sewer extension
- Amendment to Traffic Schedule 14 regarding speed limits on Arthur Pierce Road
Athletic Committee - Committee Meeting
The Cary Athletic Committee will meet to review staff updates on fall sports programs and discuss increasing female participation in youth sports. The meeting will be held in person at Town Hall and streamed online.
- Review of fall youth baseball, softball, and adult sports registration numbers
- Discussion on increasing female participation in youth sports
- Review of staff updates on fall sports programming
- Public comments deadline: noon on October 21
- Hybrid meeting: in-person at Cary Town Hall Room 11130 or online
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The Greenway Committee will meet to discuss updates to the Greenways Master Plan GIS. The meeting also includes reports on a safety campaign and the Optimist Farm Greenway.
- Greenways Master Plan GIS Update
- Greenway Safety Campaign information share
- Optimist Farm Greenway Update
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will meet to nominate and vote for a Vice Chair and readopt its Rules of Order. The board will also discuss its 2024-2025 Work Plan and receive presentations on emergency services and scams targeting older adults.
- Nomination and vote for Vice Chair
- Readoption of board Rules of Order
- WakeMed Cary Services presentation by Amy Short
- Scams/Frauds Targeting Older Adult Community presentation by Detective David Bird
- Discussion of the 2024-2025 SAB Annual Work Plan
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Cary Historic Preservation Commission will consider a resolution (24-COA-01) to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness for modifications at 215 S. Academy St. New business includes introductions of new commissioners, election of a Vice Chair, training, a discussion of Turner‑Evans Cemetery as a potential local historic landmark, and an education session on the 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum. Old business includes the COA resolution, a report from the Nancy Jones Committee, and adoption of the 2025 work plan. The meeting also features staff and Town Council liaison reports and the Chair’s report before adjournment.
- Resolution for 24-COA-01 at 215 S. Academy St. (Certificate of Appropriateness)
- Turner‑Evans Cemetery – potential site for a local historic landmark
- 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum education presentation
- Election of a Vice Chair for the commission
- Adoption of the 2025 Work Plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board will vote to appoint a vice chair and review the 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum. The board will also discuss the annual work plan and open space plan feedback.
- Vote to appoint Vice Chair
- Review 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum
- Review EAB Annual Work Plan
- Review Open Space Plan feedback
- Review 2023-2024 EAB Annual Report
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the September 9 meeting. Members will discuss the 2024‑2025 work plan. Reports will be given on the Greenways Committee, including a safety campaign and a review of the e‑assist bike ordinance, and updates on capital greenway projects such as Black Creek, Higgins and Crabtree Creek. The meeting also includes a public comment period and updates on sports, community centers, and cultural arts programs.
- Adopt agenda and September 9 minutes
- Discuss 2024‑2025 work plan
- Greenways safety campaign and review of e‑assist bike ordinance
- Capital greenway updates: Black Creek renovation, Higgins Phase III/IV, Crabtree Creek construction
- Public comment and reports on sports, community centers, and cultural arts
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will adopt its agenda, approve the September 9 minutes, and nominate and vote to select a Vice Chair. The board will receive updates on the 311 system and discuss topics for the 2024‑2025 work plan. Watch list items covering downtown, future technologies, greenway technology, smart cities, social media, and town communications will be considered. Public comments may be submitted before noon on October 7.
- Appointment of Vice Chair – members will nominate and vote
- 311 Update presented by Ryan Hargreaves and Carolyn Roman
- Discussion of ISAB Annual Work Plan topics for 2024‑2025
- Consideration of Watch List Items A‑F (Downtown, Future Technologies, etc.)
- Public comment period – comments due by noon on October 7
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a resolution to reduce the required streetscape buffer for 734 Crabtree Crossing Parkway. It will also receive the 2023‑2024 Annual Report and adopt the 2024‑2025 Work Plan. A training session on quasi‑judicial approval criteria is also on the agenda.
- Resolution for Crabtree Crossing Parkway Buffer Reduction (case 24‑DP‑1642) – request to reduce streetscape by 32 sq ft
- Adoption of the 2023‑2024 Annual Report
- Adoption of the 2024‑2025 Work Plan
- Quasi‑Judicial Approval Criteria Training
- Approval of minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Board will introduce members and staff, review the board’s past work, and nominate a Vice Chair for election. Members will also discuss and vote on proposed Rules of Order and begin developing a work plan and prioritization chart for the upcoming year.
- Introduction of board members and staff
- Nomination and vote for Vice Chair
- Review and vote on Rules of Order
- Work plan development and prioritization chart discussion
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will conduct public hearings regarding residential rezoning requests for Courtyards at White Oak and Westley Manor. The body will also consider adopting a revised public records policy and a resolution for a property annexation public hearing.
- Public hearing for 23-REZ-03 Courtyards at White Oak: proposed 170 dwelling units on 71.66 acres south of Pine Rail Lane
- Public hearing for 24-REZ-05 Westley Manor: rezoning 0.7 acres at High House Road and Bayoak Drive to Residential-12 Conditional Use
- Proposed adoption of revised Public Records Policy Statement 152
- Resolution to call a public hearing on Oct. 22, 2024, for annexation of 0 and 1220 Batchelor Road
- Presentation of the Long Leaf Pine Award to Doug McRainey
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The Greenway Committee will consider the Cary 2024 Bond Referendum presented by Cassie Schumacher‑Georgopolous. The meeting also includes a public comment period, reports from the PRCR Advisory Board, and updates on the Lazy Daze event and Greenway Safety Campaign. The committee will set the next meeting date for October 15, 2024.
- Cary 2024 Bond Referendum presentation
- Public comment session (Instructions for submitting comments)
- PRCR Advisory Board report
- Lazy Daze event recap
- Greenway Safety Campaign update
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will discuss updates to the Utility Box mural by artist Mary Carter Taub at Carpenter Fire Station Park. The board will also review the PAAB 2023‑2024 Annual Report and welcome new teen council representatives. Additional items include a reminder of the board appreciation event and a handout on current public‑art capital and temporary projects.
- Utility Box mural – Carpenter Fire Station Park, artist Mary Carter Taub – concept review update
- PAAB 2023‑2024 Annual Report – review/action
- Welcome new teen council representatives – Caitlin Hewitt and Lily Hirko
- Board appreciation event reminder – Colletta in Fenton, drop‑in 5:30‑7:30 pm
- Current public art capital & temporary projects – handout
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Cary Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the Housing Listening Tour with Wake County Commissioners. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 4:45 PM at the Mayton Inn.
- Discussion on Housing Listening Tour with Wake County Commissioners
- Meeting location: Mayton Inn, 301 S Academy St
- Meeting time: Thursday, September 12, 2024, 4:45 PM
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will conduct a Certificate of Appropriateness hearing for a property on S. Academy St. The body will also review the 2024 annual report and the 2025 work plan.
- Quasi-Judicial Hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness: 215 S. Academy St.
- Review and approval of the 2024 Annual Report
- Review and approval of the 2025 Work Plan
- Framework for Historical Signage Program
- Update on Nancy Jones House Use Committee
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to discuss the 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum and the board's annual report. The meeting also includes discussions on the Open Space Plan and neighborhood environmental model programs.
- 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum education
- EAB Annual Report
- Open Space Plan’s Goals, Objectives, and Actions
- Cary Environmental Model Programs to Enrich Neighborhoods feedback
- Welcome for new Teen Council Representatives
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will welcome new teen council representatives, present education on the 2024 Cary Community Bond referendum, and review cybersecurity month activities. The board will also consider several watch‑list topics, including downtown, future technologies, greenway technology, smart and connected cities, social media, and town communications. The meeting will conclude with a notice of the next meeting on October 7, 2024.
- Welcome new teen council representatives (Speaker: Nathan Cavicchi, Chair)
- 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum Education (Speakers: Danna Widmar and Kristy Buchanan)
- Cybersecurity Month Activities (Speaker: Dustin Baptiste, CISO)
- Consideration of watch‑list items: Downtown, Future Technologies, Greenway Technology, Smart and Connected Cities, Social Media, Town Communications
- Next meeting scheduled for October 7, 2024
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will meet to discuss the board's annual report and receive a presentation from the Friends of the Cary Senior Center. The meeting includes updates on 311 services and education regarding the 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum.
- Senior Advisory Board Annual Report
- Friends of the Cary Senior Center Presentation
- 311 Update
- 2024 Cary Community Bond Referendum Education
- September Engagement Opportunities
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The board will consider a request to amend the Comprehensive Plan and rezone about 46.29 acres at the northwest corner of NC Highway 55 and O’Kelly Chapel Road for a mixed‑use development called Alston Yards. It will issue a written determination on whether the proposal is consistent with the Imagine Cary Community Plan. The agenda also includes a Cary Bond presentation, the board’s 2023‑2024 annual report, and a discussion of the FY 2025 town budget.
- Alston Yards PDP: amendment of the Official Comprehensive Plan and rezoning of 46.29 acres to Mixed Use District (MXD), proposing up to 400,000 sf office, 815–1,120 multifamily units, 380 hotel rooms, 55,000–100,000 sf commercial, 17,500 sf community gathering space, >7 acres open space, and ~40,000 sf for a Town park.
- Associated annexation request 23-A-03 for Alston Yards at 5101 NC 55 Highway.
- Cary Bond presentation (no further details provided).
- Planning & Zoning Board Annual Report 2023‑2024.
- Fiscal Year 2025 budget discussion.
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The agenda for this work session is primarily procedural. The Council will discuss priorities, receive announcements from the Manager, and review the upcoming meeting schedule.
- Discussion on Council Priorities
- Manager announcements
- Upcoming meeting schedule review
- Closed session
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will discuss changing the municipal election method to a nonpartisan plurality system for 2025. The body is also considering a bid award for water infrastructure and several rezoning requests for residential developments.
- Bid award to Teraflex Group, LLC for $6,388,235 for the Old Apex Road 24-inch Waterline Reinforcement
- Proposed ordinance to change the method of election to the nonpartisan plurality method
- Public hearing for 19-REZ-25 Piney Plains Multi-Family proposing 370 dwellings and 16 townhouses
- Rezoning request for 22-REZ-06 Green Level Church Rd at Mills Farm Rd for up to 44 dwellings
- Corrected resolution for a public hearing on Sept. 12, 2024, regarding annexation at 4000 Green Level West Road
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will meet to discuss the maintenance of a specific sculpture. Board members intend to trim and tend to the artwork.
- Maintenance of Fly Away Home sculpture by Patrick Dougherty
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will brainstorm its annual work plan and discuss draft applications for privately owned local historic landmarks. Members will also discuss potential uses for the Nancy Jones House.
- Annual Work Plan brainstorming
- Draft Landmark Designation Applications for privately owned landmarks
- Discussion of potential uses for the Nancy Jones House
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion and Diversity Task Force will meet to review a 311 presentation. Members will also provide feedback on demographic information for surveys and a prioritization chart of accomplishments.
- 311 Presentation by Carolyn Roman
- Discussion of demographic information for surveys
- Review of Prioritization Chart/Accomplishments Document
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will review several infrastructure contracts and land-use petitions. Key items include a major sewer rehabilitation project and public hearings for multi-family and mixed-use developments.
- Bid award to SAK Construction, LLC for 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Project for $8,196,720.00
- Bid award to Utility Service Co., Inc. for Harrison Elevated Tank Coating Improvements for $597,700
- Proposed settlement with Kroger regarding opioid litigation to direct funds to Wake and Chatham counties
- Public hearing for 22-REZ-19 Holt PDD for up to 750 multi-family units and commercial/office space
- Public hearing for 23-REZ-01 Alston Yards PDP for mixed-use development including up to 1,120 multi-family dwellings
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The Town Council is holding a work session to discuss the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0. This meeting is designed for the Council to explore a single topic in detail with staff and consultants.
- Discussion on Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will receive a presentation on infrastructure and the environment from the Utilities Director and Water Resources Manager. Members will also discuss neighborhood enrichment programs and receive an update on Bee City USA.
- Infrastructure & the Environment presentation by Jamie Revels and Sarah Braman
- Cary Environmental Model Programs to Enrich Neighborhoods discussion
- Bee City USA update
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board reviewed the FY25 budget process and financial overview for the Town of Cary. Discussions included an update on ADU policy amendments and a presentation on the Police Department's Scent Preservation Program.
- Cary FY25 Budget financial overview
- ADU policy amendment update
- Police Department Scent Preservation Program
- Summer English Tea at Senior Center (July 19)
- Cary Café at Senior Center (July 26)
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Task Force will review Policy 150 and provide feedback on demographic information for surveys. Members will also conduct a debrief regarding Pride Month and discuss an Accomplishments document.
- Discussion of Policy 150
- Feedback on demographics for surveys
- Pride Month debrief
- Review of Prioritization Chart / Accomplishments Document
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Cary Historic Preservation Commission will review the Town of Cary’s FY 2025 budget and discuss boundary options for a Carpenter Local Historic District study. Members are also asked to comment on updates from the Historic Sign Committee, which could affect neighborhood signage rules. No binding votes or rezoning actions are scheduled; all items are informational and open for public discussion.
- Presentation on the Town of Cary FY 2025 budget by Finance Director Kimberly Branch
- Commission feedback on boundary options for the Carpenter Local Historic District study
- Historic Sign Committee update and request for member comments
- Discussion with Friends of Page Walker regarding preservation efforts
- Staff liaison report on ongoing historic property renovations
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Historic Preservation Commission - Committee
The Senior Advisory Board discussed the Town of Cary’s FY25 budget, reviewing sales tax trends, permit volumes, and utility fees. Staff presented an amendment to the accessory dwelling unit policy that would allow them anywhere in Cary if they fit on a lot with parking, noting a public hearing will likely occur this summer. The board also reviewed police K9 scent preservation kits and upcoming senior engagement events.
- FY25 budget overview covering sales tax, permits, reserves, and EMS services
- ADU policy amendment to allow accessory dwelling units anywhere in Cary with parking
- Police K9 scent preservation program presentation and kit pricing (around $20)
- June 10 budget public hearing scheduled at the Town Council meeting
- Upcoming senior engagement events including summer tea, Cary Café, and farmer’s market
Town Council - Work Session
The Cary Town Council will hold a work session to focus on and explore the topic of The Centre with staff and consultants. This meeting is a less formal session intended for detailed discussion rather than official voting.
- Discussion regarding The Centre
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review the FY2025 Town Budget and Finance presentation. Members will also discuss the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources (PRCR) and Open Space Master Plan.
- FY2025 Town Budget and Finance Presentation
- Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources (PRCR) and Open Space Master Plan
- Update on Cultural Arts Division / PRCR activities
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board will review a request to rezone four parcels at 1408, 1412, 1416, and 1420 Old Apex Road. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Residential 40 to Residential Multi-Family Conditional Use for up to 223 units.
- Rezoning of 1408, 1412, 1416, and 1420 Old Apex Road
- Proposed maximum of 223 multi-family dwelling units
- Provision of 11 workforce housing units at 80% AMI
- Commitment to construct a greenway on the property
- Requirement for minimum 6,250 square feet of community gathering space
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review the FY25 proposed budget presented by Kimberly Branch. The meeting also includes reports from the PRCR Advisory Board and information sharing regarding National Trails Day, Bike Month, and a Greenway Safety Campaign.
- FY25 Proposed Budget discussion
- PRCR Advisory Board Report
- Greenway Safety Campaign update
- National Trails Day recap
- Bike Month recap
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board will review the FY2025 budget presentation and an Open Space Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0.
- FY2025 Budget Presentation by Finance Director Kimberly Branch
- Open Space Plan Presentation by Director of Community Projects Cassie Schumacher-Georgopoulos
- Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0 discussion
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will meet to discuss new business regarding the project Island Willow by Marc Fornes. The meeting also includes a cultural arts report covering upcoming festivals, events, and facility programming.
- New Business: Island Willow by Marc Fornes
- Cultural Arts Report: Cary Arts in Focus e-newsletter launch
- Festival: Juneteenth Celebrate Freedom at Downtown Cary Park
- Festival: Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival at Town Hall Campus
- Exhibition: Pride Through the Decades at Cary Arts Center
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will hold a work session focused on discussing the budget. This meeting is intended for the Council to explore this single topic in detail with staff and consultants.
- Budget discussion
Athletic Committee - Committee Meeting
The Cary Environmental Advisory Board will review updates on the town’s sustainability goals, solar feasibility, and open space plans, which inform local environmental policy and infrastructure spending. Members also discussed the FY2025 budget and Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0. The board unanimously recommended supporting a draft urban forestry master plan for Council consideration to guide future tree protection and planting, and directed staff to evaluate Bee City USA participation before making a final decision.
- Urban Forestry Master Plan 1.0 draft unanimously recommended for Council approval
- Bee City USA process review directed to staff before a final recommendation
- Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy Spring 2024 update presented
- Solar Feasibility Study progress and Central Pines grant role discussed
- Public comment on rezoning case 24-REZ-07 at Greenwood Forest Baptist Church (Maynard Road and Kildaire Farm Rd) suggesting a 40% tree canopy cover target
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will hold a work session focused on discussing the budget. This meeting is intended for the Council to explore this topic in detail with staff and consultants.
- Budget discussion
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended Budget and property tax collection resolutions. The agenda also includes multiple rezoning requests, a street maintenance transfer, and a bid award for a traffic signal and sidewalk project.
- Rezoning of 9.19 acres south of Macedonia Road for up to 330 residential dwellings
- Transfer of maintenance responsibilities for State Route 3135 to the Town of Cary
- Bid award of $821,644.00 to White Oak Construction Corporation for Cary Parkway and Norwell Boulevard improvements
- Rezoning of 7.74 acres at 2001 Kildaire Farm Road for up to 750 multifamily units
- Rezoning of 19.53 acres near Carpenter Fire Station Road for up to 315 dwellings and townhouses
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will review the Cary FY25 budget and receive an update on housing and ADUs. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Police Department Scent Preservation Program.
- Cary FY25 Budget presentation
- Housing and Community Partnerships Division update on ADUs
- Police Department Scent Preservation Program presentation
- June engagement opportunities at the Cary Senior Center
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will receive an overview of a completed report regarding the Carpenter Local Historic District. The meeting also includes updates on sign committee work, outreach efforts, and the FY 2025 budget.
- Review of Carpenter Local Historic District Study
- Cary FY 2025 Budget discussion
- Update on Historic Sign Committee work
- Update from Outreach Committee
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Task Force will review the Cary FY25 Recommended Budget and provide feedback on a Prioritization Chart and Accomplishments document. Members will also receive an update regarding Pride Month planning.
- Cary FY25 Recommended Budget discussion
- Prioritization Chart/Accomplishments document feedback
- Pride Month Planning Update
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board is reviewing a draft policy regarding the structure and appointment process for departmental committees. The proposed Policy 148 outlines how the Greenways, Cultural Arts, and Athletics committees are organized and staffed.
- Policy 148: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Committee Structure
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will review the Cary FY25 Budget and receive an overview of a new project webpage for the Green Level West Road/High House Road renaming project. Additionally, the meeting includes a presentation by Farmbot.
- Cary FY25 Budget discussion
- Green Level West Road/High House Road Renaming Project website overview
- Farmbot presentation
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment is considering a request from the Townes at Willow Park project to reduce its streetscape buffer. The applicant proposes an average buffer width of 40 feet instead of the required 50 feet along the future extension of McCrimmon Parkway.
- Buffer modification for Townes at Willow Park (23-DP-0433)
- Reduction of streetscape buffer from 50 feet to an average of 40 feet
- Proposed development of 144 townhome units near McCrimmon Parkway and Louis Stephens Drive
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will hold a work session focused on discussing the budget. This meeting is intended for the Council to explore the topic in detail with staff and consultants.
- Budget discussion
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council met to review the fiscal year 2025 budget and various land use items. The council approved the Cary Urban Forest Master Plan and the Trinity Road Townhouses annexation.
- Cary Urban Forest Master Plan approval
- Trinity Road Townhouses Annexation (24-A-01) approval
- Wackena Towns Rezoning (22-REZ-23)
- Green Level West Road Annexation (24-A-02)
- Terraces at West Cary (24-A-03)
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review various cultural reports and upcoming community events. The agenda includes updates on festivals, amphitheater performances, and seasonal programming at local arts facilities.
- Cary Arts in Focus e-newsletter launch
- Memorial Day Observance at Veterans Freedom Park (May 27)
- Juneteenth Celebrate Freedom at Downtown Cary Park (June 15)
- Independence Day Celebration at Koka Booth (July 4)
- Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival at Town Hall Campus (Aug 24-25)
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will review a proposal to rezone 9.19 acres south of Macedonia Road to a Mixed-Use District. The project includes up to 330 residential dwellings, with 5% designated as affordable housing. The board will provide a recommendation on the plan's consistency with the Imagine Cary Community Plan.
- Rezoning 9.19 acres south of Macedonia Road (23-REZ-06)
- Development of up to 330 residential dwellings
- Provision of 5% affordable housing at 80% AMI
- Requirement for 12,000 square feet of community gathering space
- Installation of 25 electric vehicle charging spaces
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The Greenway Committee will discuss the PRCR Master Plan. The meeting also includes a report from the PRCR Advisory Board and information sharing regarding Bike Month, the Bike Plan, and greenway safety.
- PRCR Master Plan discussion
- PRCR Advisory Board Report
- Bike Month & Bike Plan updates
- Greenway Safety Campaign & National Trails Day information
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Greenway Committee will discuss the PRCR Master Plan. The meeting also includes information sharing regarding Bike Month, the Bike Plan, and the Greenway Safety Campaign.
- PRCR Master Plan presentation
- Bike Month & Bike Plan updates
- Greenway Safety Campaign & National Trails Day information
- Adoption of April 18, 2024 minutes
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will receive updates on the Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy and a solar feasibility study. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Bee City USA and the Urban Forestry Master Plan.
- Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy update
- Solar Feasibility Study presentation
- Bee City USA discussion
- Urban Forestry Master Plan progress update
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The board will receive updates on the Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy and a solar feasibility study. Members will also discuss Bee City USA and progress on the Urban Forestry Master Plan.
- Sustainability & Climate Action Strategy update
- Solar Feasibility Study
- Bee City USA discussion
- Urban Forestry Master Plan 1.0 update
- Higgins Greenway – Phase III construction
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Task Force will review a Transit/Microtransit Survey presentation and debrief the Spring Daze Festival. Members will also receive an update on Pride Month planning.
- Transit/Microtransit Survey feedback
- PFLAG Historic Recognition discussion
- Spring Daze Festival debrief
- Pride Month planning update
- Adoption of February and March meeting minutes
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board is reviewing updates on greenway capital projects, community center activities, and upcoming cultural arts events. Discussion includes progress on several greenway construction projects and various seasonal sports and festival schedules.
- White Oak Creek Greenway: tunnel closure and detour starting in July
- Black Creek Greenway: Phase I redesign starting in June
- Higgins Greenway: Phase III construction underway
- Optimist Farm: greenway connection planned for 2026
- Koka Booth Amphitheatre: upcoming summer concert series schedule
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board met with the IDC team to discuss a proposal for an intelligent community strategic blueprint. Members discussed future technologies and services needed to support Cary's quality of life.
- IDC Emerging Technology Blueprint Session discussion
- Discussion regarding a new greenway extension in Downtown
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment is considering a request to reduce the streetscape buffer from 50 feet to an average of 40 feet. This modification would apply to the project boundary along the future extension of McCrimmon Parkway. The hearing involves a development plan for the property located at 4945, 5001, and 5025 Louis Stephens Drive.
- Buffer modification request: reduction from 50-foot to 40-foot average along McCrimmon Parkway
- Townes at Willow Park Townhomes development located at 4945, 5001, 5025 Louis Stephens Drive
- 31.77-acre property modification request
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Quarterly
The Town Council will meet to discuss council priorities, including financial and development updates. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of council priorities
- Financial update
- Development update
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will discuss a Microtransit Feasibility Study and receive an update on the NC Age-Friendly Task Force. The meeting also includes upcoming community engagement opportunities for May.
- Microtransit Feasibility Study discussion
- NC Age-Friendly Task Force update
- May 4: May the Fourth Be with You Event at Downtown Cary Park
- May 5: Herbfest at Page-Walker Arts & History Center
- May 18: Wheel on Academy Car Show at Cary Town Hall Campus
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will hold a work session to explore specific topics with staff and consultants. Discussion items include The Centre, a bond referendum, and an elections follow-up.
- Discussion of The Centre
- Discussion of Bond Referendum
- Discussion of Elections Follow-up
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will review a $7,297,977 annual action plan for housing initiatives and community development. Other items include a rezoning request for the South Hills District and an annexation petition for Trinity Road townhouses.
- $7,297,977 funding recommendation for FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan
- South Hills District rezoning of 44.35 acres near Buck Jones Road
- Trinity Road Townhouses annexation petition for 0 Trinity Road and 0 Old Trinity Circle
- Right-of-way closing for the Cedar Street Parking Deck at Roger's Alley
- FY 2024 year-end budget adjustments to return funds to the General Fund
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The Cultural Arts Committee will review FY24 Cultural Arts Grant applications. The meeting also includes updates on cultural arts activities and reports from various festival and advisory committees.
- Review of FY24 Cultural Arts Grants Application
- Update on Cultural Arts/PRCR Activities
- Festival Committee Report
- Friends of Page-Walker Report
- Amphitheatre Advisory Committee Report
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will review a mural proposal for Mosa Pet Spa & Boutique. The board is also seeking volunteers for the Spring Daze booth at Bond Park and will receive updates on various public art projects.
- Mural review for Mosa Pet Spa & Boutique, 213 Waldo Street
- Volunteer recruitment for the PAAB booth at Spring Daze
- Updates on public art capital and temporary projects
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review capital projects and previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes information sharing regarding upcoming community events.
- Capital Projects Update
- Information share on Spring Daze, Bike Month, Fest in the West, Ritmo Latino, Wheels on Academy, and National Trails Day
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will address new business regarding two neighborhood park projects. These items involve the Carpenter Fire Station Road and McCrimmon Parkway locations.
- Neighborhood Park at Carpenter Fire Station Road - Mary Carter Taub
- Neighborhood Park at McCrimmon Parkway - Erik Beerbower
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Economic Development Committee - Council Committee
The Economic Development Committee will discuss feedback regarding the Kildaire Farm Road Corridor Concept Plan. The meeting also includes development updates and a quarterly report from the Cary Chamber.
- Kildaire Farm Road Corridor Concept Plan feedback
- Development updates
- Quarterly Chamber Report
- Approval of February 21, 2024 minutes
Historic Preservation Commission - Committee
The Athletic Committee is discussing 2024 committee goals and long-term planning for future sports programming. The meeting includes a review of sports offerings in nearby communities such as Raleigh, Apex, and Holly Springs. The agenda also covers Cary ballfield usage and community center gym statistics.
- 2024 Committee Goals
- Medium and Long Term Planning for Future Sports Programming
- Comparison of sports programs in nearby communities
- Review of Cary ballfield use distribution
- Analysis of community center gym usage
Athletic Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee is reviewing medium and long-term planning for future sports programming. The discussion includes a comparison of recreation offerings in nearby communities, national sports participation trends, and local field usage data.
- Review of community recreation programs in Raleigh, Apex, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina
- Analysis of national sports participation growth from 2018 to 2022
- Cary ballfield use distribution data for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2023
- Community center gym usage statistics by season
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board reviewed a rezoning request for approximately 12.02 acres at Wackena Road to allow up to 72 townhomes. The Board also reviewed the Bel Canto at Green Level Destination Center, which involves rezoning 35.3 acres for mixed-use development.
- Rezoning of 12.02 acres at 1350, 1404, and 1501 Wackena Road and Highcroft Drive for up to 72 townhomes
- Wackena Towns proposal includes 220-volt wiring for electric vehicle charging and 10,000 square feet of community space
- Rezoning of 35.3 acres at 3300 and 3320 Green Level West Road from R-40 to Mixed-Use District (MXD)
- Bel Canto development includes up to 700 apartment units and a minimum of 15,000 square feet of non-residential space
- Approval of the March 25, 2024, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will consider several land use items, including property annexations and rezoning requests for residential developments. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Fenton development agreement concerning infrastructure reimbursement.
- Annexation of 6200 and 6308 Holly Springs Road for church-related uses
- Rezoning of 2500 Piney Plains Road for up to nine dwellings
- Public hearing for the Fenton development agreement amendment regarding infrastructure reimbursement
- Rezoning of properties at Carpenter Fire Station Road, Sanger Drive, and Cransley Meadow Lane for multifamily housing
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on amending the Fenton development agreement regarding infrastructure reimbursement. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for Piney Plains Road and Carpenter Fire Station Road. Additionally, the council will consider an annexation for properties on Holly Springs Road.
- Public hearing on Fenton development agreement amendment
- Rezoning 2500 Piney Plains Road for up to nine dwellings
- Annexation of 6200 and 6308 Holly Springs Road
- Rezoning ~19.53 acres at Carpenter Fire Station Road for multifamily units
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Commission will discuss activities planned for Historic Preservation Month and review the scope of work for the Sign Committee. Members will also receive an update from the Outreach Committee.
- Review of Historic Preservation Month plans
- Discussion on Sign Committee scope of work
- Update from the Outreach Committee
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board will review presentations regarding student recycling research and a foodwaste drop off program. The board will also discuss the work plan and receive an update on the Urban Forestry Master Planning Process.
- Student Recycling Research Presentation
- Greenway Safety Campaign presentation
- Foodwaste Drop off Presentation
- Urban Forestry Master Planning Process Update
- Work Plan Discussion
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The advisory board will discuss the Imagine Cary Community Plan, a PRCR Master Plan needs assessment, and greenway safety. Reports include updates on environmental outreach, action sports programming, and senior center accreditation.
- Imagine Cary Community Plan discussion
- PRCR Master Plan needs assessment
- Greenway safety campaign: 'Many Journeys, One Path'
- White Oak Creek Greenway drainage pipe repair near Jenks Carpenter Road
- Cary Senior Center State and National accreditation (2024-2029)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Cary Information Services Advisory Board will meet virtually to review updates on the GoCary mobile app, discuss a greenway safety campaign, and address an internal IT survey. Members will also consider watch list items covering downtown developments, future technologies, and town communications. No formal votes or binding actions are scheduled for this session.
- Presentation on GoCary app updates by Transit Analyst Mark MacDougall
- Overview of the greenway safety campaign by Transportation Planner Sandi Bailey
- Discussion of an IDC survey led by Chief Information Officer Nicole Coughlin and IT Assistant Director Justin Sherwood
- Review of watch list items including downtown projects, greenway technology, and social media strategy
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment held an evidentiary hearing regarding a development plan for a new car wash. The project proposes a 3,213-square-foot building with a drive-through facility on a 1.4-acre site in the Fairview Village Shopping Center.
- Proposed 3,213-square-foot Rocket Wash car wash building
- Drive-through facility requiring quasi-judicial approval
- 1.4-acre site located at 8781 Holly Springs Road
- Development includes 19 vacuum stations and 5 employee parking spaces
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will review the Imagine Cary Community Plan interim update and discuss upcoming engagement opportunities. Members will also receive an overview of the Cary Senior Center's new national accreditation.
- Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024 Interim Update presentation
- Cary Senior Center NCOA/NISC National Accreditation (valid through February 2029)
- Annual Health Fair on April 26 at Cary Senior Center Ballroom
- Wake County Senior Games engagement opportunities
Historic Preservation Commission - Committee
The advisory board will discuss the Imagine Cary Community Plan, a PRCR Master Plan needs assessment, greenway safety, and committee structure policy. The meeting includes various departmental reports regarding environmental outreach, action sports, and senior center accreditation.
- Imagine Cary Community Plan discussion
- PRCR Master Plan Needs Assessment discussion
- Greenway Safety campaign update
- Policy 148 - Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Committee Structure
- White Oak Creek Greenway drainage pipe repair starting near May 1
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Task Force will discuss upcoming event preparations. Members are asked to provide feedback on the Spring Daze Q&A document and accomplishments.
- Advisory volunteer recruitment
- Spring Daze preparation
- Pride Month planning
Town Council - Work Session
This meeting consists of procedural items including manager announcements and a review of the upcoming calendar. The agenda also includes a closed session, but no specific topics are listed.
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider GoCary service expansions and a sole source purchase of a water corrosion inhibitor. Other items include potential right-of-way closures for the Rogers Redevelopment Project and an annexation request for Bel Canto at Green Level Destination Center.
- Sole source purchase of Sterling Water Technologies’ CP-719 Corrosion Inhibitor
- Right-of-way closing for Cedar Street Parking Deck via Resolution of Intent
- Revision of Policy Statement 124 Traffic Calming Program
- NCDOT request to set a 45 mph speed limit on Morrisville Parkway, west of N.C. 55
- Annexation of 3320 and 3300 Green Level West Road for Bel Canto at Green Level Destination Center
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board will review a rezoning request for approximately 35.3 acres at 3300 and 3320 Green Level West Road. The proposed Bel Canto development includes up to 700 multi-family units, office space, and commercial use. The board will also hear a presentation regarding revisions to the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0.
- Rezoning of 35.3 acres at 3300 and 3320 Green Level West Road to Mixed-Use District
- Proposed development of up to 700 multi-family dwelling units
- Plan for 100,000 square feet of office and institutional uses
- Plan for 20,000 square feet of vertically-integrated commercial use
- Presentation on Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0 revisions
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review the East Coast Greenway and the Triangle Trails Initiative. Members will also conduct a review of greenway branding and receive updates on mobility and maps.
- East Coast Greenway overview
- Triangle Trails Initiative discussion
- Greenway Branding Review
- Sunshine Week Exercise
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will review a proposed sculpture titled 'Sunflower No. 3' by artist Jeff Dale. The board will also discuss collective feedback regarding the Imagine Cary Community Plan (ICCP 2.0) draft.
- Review/Action: GlenAire Sculpture by artist Jeff Dale (Metal, Powder Coating, Concrete; approx. 700lbs)
- Discussion: Imagine Cary Community Plan (ICCP 2.0) draft
- Update: Current Public Art Capital & Temporary Projects handout
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Work Session
The Cary Town Council will hold a work session to explore specific topics with staff. Discussions include an update on stormwater and the social district. This session does not include public hearings or opportunities for citizen comment.
- Stormwater update
- Social district discussion
- Follow-up from retreat
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Commission will hear a presentation regarding Phase 1 work completed at the Ferrell Store and Warehouses, Jones-Bartley Farmstead, and A.M Howard Farm. The meeting also includes updates from the Environmental Advisory Board, Outreach Committee, and Sign Committee.
- Presentation on Phase 1 work at Ferrell Store and Warehouses, Jones-Bartley Farmstead, and A.M Howard Farm
- Environmental Advisory Board goals and updates presentation
- Outreach Committee meeting summary
- Sign Committee meeting summary
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Task Force will discuss updates to the Cary Community Plan and receive feedback on the Downtown Park. Members will also review a DEI Education Form and hear from the Town Clerk’s Office regarding Sunshine Week.
- Cary Community Plan update
- Downtown Park discussion
- DEI Education Form review
- Sunshine Week presentation
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board will discuss updates to the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024 interim draft. The board will also discuss its work plan and the potential creation of committees for specific projects.
- Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024 Interim Update discussion
- Discussion regarding potential new board committees
- Sunshine Week activity update
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will discuss the 2024 interim update to the Imagine Cary Community Plan. The meeting also includes an overview of the Cary Senior Center accreditation and facility status. Additionally, the board will review upcoming engagement opportunities for March.
- Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024 Interim Update presentation
- Cary Senior Center Accreditation & Facility Overview
- March engagement opportunities including Brain Health Summit and Wake County Senior Games
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board will review land dedication and payment in lieu requests for two rezoning applications. Members will also discuss the PRCR Master Plan needs assessment and the Imagine Cary Community Plan. Committee reports will cover greenway safety campaigns and community center updates.
- Rezoning 22-REZ-14 at Highcroft to allow up to 325 multi-family dwellings and 25 townhouses
- Rezoning 23-REZ-11 at Piney Plains for up to nine dwellings
- Staff recommendation for recreation fund payments in lieu of land dedication for both rezonings
- Discussion regarding the PRCR Master Plan needs assessment
- Updates on White Oak Creek Greenway repairs and resurfacing
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will hear a presentation regarding the Drone Committee Program from Cary Police Sergeant Timothy Hageter. The board will also review several technology watch list items, including smart cities and social media.
- Presentation on the Drone Committee Program by Cary Police Sergeant Timothy Hageter
- Review of watch list items for Downtown, Future Technologies, and Greenway Technology
- Discussion of Smart and Connected Cities and Social Media
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment reviewed a request from PHD Alston, LLC to develop a new hotel. The project is located at the intersection of Town Commons Drive and Parkside Main Street.
- Proposed 134-room hotel development (Case 23-DP-2899)
- Building gross floor area of 100,914 square feet
- Request to use residential allocation for additional hotel rooms
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council - Council/Staff Retreat
The Town Council is meeting for a retreat to discuss various priorities. Discussion topics include financial, development, and environmental updates.
- Discussion on council priorities including financial, development, and environmental updates
Town Council - Council/Staff Retreat
The Town Council is meeting for a retreat in Wilmington. The agenda includes discussion on council priorities regarding financial, development, and environmental updates.
- Discussion on financial, development, and environmental updates
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review the process for FY25 Cultural Arts grant applications and discuss the Teen Council. Members will also receive reports from various cultural liaisons, including the Festival Committee and Amphitheatre Advisory Committee. The meeting includes updates on upcoming local festivals and theater programming.
- Review of FY25 Cultural Arts grant application forms and process
- Pimento Cheese Festival at Downtown Cary Park
- Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival at Bond Park
- Upcoming performances at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
- Reports from the Festival Committee and Amphitheatre Advisory Committee
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing a proposal to rezone approximately 2.08 acres at 2500 Piney Plains Road from R-40 to TR-CU. The request seeks to allow for the development of up to nine dwellings, including detached homes and townhouses. The board will provide a recommendation to the Town Council regarding consistency with the Imagine Cary Community Plan.
- Rezoning of 2.08 acres at 2500 Piney Plains Road (23-REZ-11)
- Proposed development of up to nine dwellings, including townhouses and detached homes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Committee - Council Committee
The committee will review an interim update for the Imagine Cary Community Plan. The meeting also includes a quarterly Chamber report and various development updates.
- Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024 Interim Update Overview
- Quarterly Chamber Report
- Development Updates
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Public Art Advisory Board will review its Rules of Order and discuss the Imagine Cary Community Plan. The board will also receive updates on Mills Park Community Center artists and current public art projects. A Cultural Arts report will cover upcoming grant timelines and community events.
- Review/action on PAAB Rules of Order
- Discussion of Imagine Cary Community Plan
- Update on Mills Park Community Center artists
- Update on current public art capital and temporary projects
- FY25 Cary Cultural Arts funding application timeline
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review an overview of Cary community projects and hold an election for Vice Chair. The meeting will also include updates on the Bike Plan and PRCR Master Plan.
- Vice Chair election
- Cary Community Projects Overview
- Bike Plan & PRCR Master Plan updates
- Greenway safety messages
- PRCR Advisory Board report
Historic Preservation Commission - Committee
The committee reviewed updates on youth basketball and upcoming spring baseball and softball registration. Members discussed a 5-7 year master plan to evaluate current sports offerings, facility needs, and demographic shifts in Cary.
- Spring baseball/softball registration opens Jan 17 for residents and Jan 31 for non-residents
- Two new ballfields opening in western Cary this spring
- Planning underway for a community center in west Cary and the Center at the South Hills mall site
- USA Baseball NTC turfing two fields to increase programming hours
Athletic Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed updates on youth basketball and upcoming spring baseball and softball registration. Discussions focused on a 5-7 year master plan to evaluate future sports programming, facility needs, and community demographics.
- Spring baseball/softball resident registration opens Jan 17
- Spring baseball/softball non-resident registration opens Jan 31
- Two new ballfields opening in western Cary this spring
- Planning underway for a community center in west Cary and the Center at the South Hills mall site
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Board met to adopt its annual work plan focusing on education, climate action, and waste reduction. The board also received updates regarding the Urban Forest Master Plan and the Sustainability and Climate Action Strategy.
- Adoption of the 2023-2024 EAB Work Plan
- Update on the Urban Forest Master Plan process
- Update on the Sustainability and Climate Action Strategy survey results
Town Council - Work Session
The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss retreat preparation and upcoming meetings. The agenda also includes miscellaneous updates and a closed session.
- Council-Staff Retreat Preparation
- Upcoming Meetings Review
- Closed Session
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council is reviewing several utility and land use items. This includes a contract for pump station improvements and property acquisitions for water projects. The Council will also consider an annexation request and a rezoning for parking use.
- $2,817,000 bid award to J.F. Wilkerson Contracting Co. Inc. for Paramount Pump Station Improvement Project
- Rezoning of 5.59 acres at 9391 and 9405 Chapel Hill Road for parking use
- Annexation request for property at 0 Aviation Parkway for a single detached dwelling unit
- Amendment to Cary-Raleigh Interlocal Agreement regarding water interconnection cost shares
- Authorization of condemnation for two parcels for the Optimist Farm Road Water Extension project
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The board reviewed updates regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and the Cary Housing Plan. Members also discussed the North Carolina Multi-sector Plan on Aging and its focus on senior housing.
- Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) amendments to the Land Development Ordinance
- Overview of the North Carolina Multi-sector Plan on Aging goals
- Appointment of Erin Nortonen as Vice Chair
- Adoption of the Senior Advisory Board Rules of Order with modifications
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The Commission will review a draft update for the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0 and provide feedback on Historic Resilience Design Standards. The meeting also includes updates regarding committee reports and a final COA resolution adoption.
- Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0 Draft Update presentation
- Historic Resilience Design Standards feedback session
- Final Approval of 23-COA-02 resolution
Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Advisory Board - Task Force Meeting
The Human Relations, Inclusion, & Diversity Task Force will receive updates on the Cary Community Plan and community projects. Members are also scheduled to provide feedback regarding the Downtown Park and a DEI Education Form.
- Cary Community Plan Update
- Community Projects Update & Feedback
- Downtown Park Discussion
- DEI Education Form
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The advisory board is reviewing land dedication and recreation fund payments for two residential projects. Staff recommends recreation fund payments in lieu of land for the Piney Plains and Highcroft developments due to their proximity to existing parks and greenways.
- Rezoning of 2500 Piney Plains Road for up to 9 dwellings
- Rezoning of 7204 and 7216 Carpenter Fire Station Road for up to 325 multi-family and 25 townhouses
- Crabtree Creek Greenway extension construction bid awarded from Bond Park to High House Road
- Completion of playgrounds at Fred G Bond Metro Park and Ed Yerha
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will review AI standard procedures with the Senior Assistant Town Attorney. The meeting also includes an interim update overview of the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024. Additionally, the board will consider various watch list items, including topics related to downtown and smart cities.
- Review of AI Standard Procedure
- Imagine Cary Community Plan 2024 Interim Update Overview
- Consideration of watch list items including Downtown and Smart and Connected Cities
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Cary Zoning Board of Adjustment held a quasi-judicial hearing on a request to convert an existing building into a TowneBank branch with a drive-through at Northwest Cary Parkway and Preston Professional Center. Staff and applicant representatives presented site plans detailing 51 parking spaces, two queuing lanes, and updated landscape buffers separating the commercial property from nearby homes. The board is evaluating whether the proposal meets local zoning requirements before making a ruling.
- Case 23-DP-8285: TowneBank Preston Professional Park drive-through request at Northwest Cary Parkway
- Proposal to renovate an existing 11,667-square-foot building with 51 parking spaces and two queuing lanes
- Staff review of landscape buffers separating the site from adjacent single-family homes
- Agenda items for Feb. 5 meeting include a resolution for TowneBank Professional Park and the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0 Update
- Case 23-DP-2899: Residence Inn Parkside Town Commons public hearing
🗳️ 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. Discussion items include housing partnership opportunities and an update on the South Hills area.
- Housing Partnership Opportunities
- South Hills Area Update
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider a $2,670,000 bid for the Ivey-Ellington House rehabilitation project. The agenda also includes public hearings for multiple rezoning requests and street right-of-way closures.
- Ivey-Ellington House Rehabilitation bid award to Hayco Construction for $2,670,000
- Wackena Towns rezoning request for 12.02 acres at 1350, 1404, and 1501 Wacena Road
- Bel Canto at Green Level Destination Center rezoning request for 35.3 acres at 3300 and 3320 Green Level West Road
- Twyla Road right-of-way closing request by Stanley Martin Companies, LLC
- Macedonia Road right-of-way closing request by Madison Cary Owner, LLC
Cultural Arts Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review 2023 goals and vote on approving 2024 goals. Members will also review the FY25 Grant Application timeline and review dates.
- Review and approval of 2024 Goals
- Review of FY25 Grant Application Timeline
- Appointment of Vice Chair
- Festival Committee Report
- Friends of Page-Walker Report
Planning and Zoning Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will review a request to rezone approximately 19.53 acres near Carpenter Fire Station for multi-family and commercial use. Additionally, the Board will consider a proposal to update zoning conditions for five properties on Wheatsbury Drive. An update on the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0 is also scheduled.
- Rezoning of 19.53 acres at 7204 and 7216 Carpenter Fire Station Road, 134 and 114 Sanger Drive, and 121 Cransley Meadow Lane
- Proposed multi-family limit of 325 units and 25 townhouses for the Carpenter Fire Station project
- Rezoning of five properties at 106, 108, 110, 112, and 114 Wheatsbury Drive
- Update on the Imagine Cary Community Plan 2.0
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review the 2024 Workplan and a Master Plan overview. Information sharing includes updates on the Greenway Safety Campaign, Optimist Farm Greenway kickoff, and Crabtree Creek Greenway construction bid awards.
- 2024 Workplan overview
- Crabtree Creek Greenway Construction Bid Award
- Optimist Farm Greenway Kickoff
- Greenway Safety Campaign Update
Public Art Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The committee is reviewing the 2024 workplan and master plan process. Updates include dredging at Symphony Lake, concrete repairs on White Oak Greenway, and sewer rehabilitation near Black Creek Greenway.
- Symphony Lake dredging starting January 2024
- White Oak Greenway closure for concrete repair work
- Black Creek Greenway phased closure for sewer rehabilitation between Dynasty Drive and Crabtree Creek Greenway
- Crabtree Creek Greenway construction bid award discussion
Town Council - Work Session
The Cary Town Council will hold a work session to discuss an update regarding the Old Library Site and review the upcoming meeting schedule. This work session does not include public hearings or opportunities for citizen comment.
- Old Library Site Update
- Upcoming Meeting Schedule Review
Town Council - Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider a new annexation boundary agreement with the Town of Holly Springs. Additionally, officials will discuss a construction contract for the Crabtree Creek Greenway and an interlocal agreement regarding 911 dispatch systems.
- Public hearing for a new Annexation Agreement between Cary and Holly Springs
- Construction contract award for Crabtree Creek Greenway (Bond Park to High House) to Lanier Construction Co., Inc. for $1,501,405
- Recognition of $250,000 in Federal LAPP Grant funding for the greenway project
- Interlocal Agreement between Cary 911 and Raleigh 911 regarding cloud-based CAD-to-CAD systems
Senior Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will vote to appoint a new Vice Chair. The meeting also includes an overview of housing partnerships and an update on the Multi-sector Plan on Aging.
- Appointment of Vice Chair
- Housing Staff Introductions & Overview
- Multi-sector Plan on Aging Update
- January Engagement Opportunities
Historic Preservation Commission - Commission Meeting
The commission will receive an overview of new historic resilience design standards. Members will also discuss proposed agenda focus areas based on the work plan. Updates from the Outreach and Sign committees are scheduled.
- Overview of New Historic Resilience Design Standards
- Proposed agenda focus areas
- Outreach Committee update
- Sign Committee update
Environmental Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Senior Advisory Board will meet to elect a new Vice Chair following a member's departure. The agenda also includes updates on the Multi-sector Plan on Aging and housing staff introductions.
- Election of a new Vice Chair
- Multi-sector Plan on Aging update
- Housing Staff Introductions & Overview
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Virtual Community Meeting on Jan. 17
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board is reviewing the Kids Together Playground project and the current work plan. Committee reports highlight upcoming greenway closures for dredging and sewer rehabilitation work. Additionally, updates were provided on Senior Center kitchen renovations and seasonal sports programming.
- Discussion of the Kids Together Playground project
- Symphony Lake Greenway dredging and partial closures starting January 2024
- Renovation of the Senior Center service kitchen into a 12-person teaching kitchen
- Black Creek Greenway detour due to sewer rehabilitation work
- Field maintenance and turf conversion at the USA Baseball National Training Complex
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Information Services Advisory Board - Advisory Board Meeting
The Information Services Advisory Board will meet to introduce Dustin Baptiste as Cary’s CISO. The board will also hear a presentation regarding data being collected at Downtown Cary Park.
- Introduction of Dustin Baptiste as Cary’s CISO
- Presentation on data collection at Downtown Cary Park
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Quasi-Judicial Meeting
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on January 8, 2024. The agenda includes a case hearing regarding the TowneBank Preston Professional Center and the approval of minutes from the October 2, 2023, meeting.
- Case hearing for 23-DP-8285 TowneBank Preston Professional Center
- Approval of October 2, 2023, meeting minutes