As far as parking deck screening is concerned, the developer has several options – wrapping/concealing the deck with other structures, designing the parking deck façade to reflect the architectural style of adjacent buildings, designing the deck to appear like a residential building, or screening the deck with mid-story evergreen trees.

If the developer has trouble leasing to retail tenants, he may pursue other uses as permitted by the Preliminary Development Plan (some of the areas do allow uses other than retail on the ground floor).  If retail is the only use permitted in a given location, then the developer could continue looking for other retail tenants or potentially consider requesting a zoning change to expand the permitted uses for these locations. 

Regular employees working the basic workweek shall earn supplemental vacation leave added to the vacation leave outlined in Town of Cary Personnel Ordinance. Vacation leave plus supplemental vacation leave will result in employees earning the leave amounts listed below. These amounts are based on an employee’s years of service with Cary.  

Employees working an approved part-time schedule will earn prorated amounts associated with their scheduled work week. 

Cary provides employees and their immediate household family members access to 24/7 mental and behavioral health support and work-life resources through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) managed by BHS.

BHS Summary of Services

All regular benefits eligible employees working in excess of 20 hours per week are enrolled in membership with the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System (NC LGERS) upon their date of hire. Employees contribute 6% of their annual salary on a pre-tax basis.

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Cary provides a supplemental retirement benefit of 5% of an employee’s gross salary to all eligible employees. Employees have a choice of participation in a 401(k) plan administered by Prudential Retirement or a 401(a) plan administered by Voya Financial.  Employees may also contribute additional voluntary deductions each pay period to the Prudential 401(k) and/or Voya 457 plans.

Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance policies are administered by Reliance Standard Life Insurance. Cary provides basic life insurance equal to 1x an employee’s annual salary, up to a maximum of $250,000, at no cost.

Employees may also purchase supplemental voluntary life insurance for themselves and eligible dependents.

Life Insurance Summary

Cary offers a variety of Employee Spending Accounts including a Voluntary Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, and Health Savings Account (HSA) administered by the P&A Group. As part of an employee’s benefits package, they may elect to enroll in these pre-tax benefits to pay for eligible expenses.

P&A Group Reimbursement Accounts

The developer’s leasing contact is Dotan Duckerman with Columbia Development.  He is located at 1845 St. Julian Place, Columbia, SC  29204, and can be contacted at (404) 790-1234 or dotan@columbiadevelopment.com

Town staff continues to work with the developer on preparing a draft Development Agreement for the Town Council’s consideration.  We anticipate that this draft will be available in late summer.

The Development Agreement will require Town Council review and approval.  A public hearing will be held as part of this process.  The Agreement will be made available on the Town’s website at least 10 days before the hearing date.

The Town has been planning for Trinity Road to provide a north-south connection between Cary Towne Boulevard and East Chatham Street, and this segment is conceptually shown on the Town’s “Planned Roadway Widths” map that is part of the approved Imagine Cary Community Plan. The Town is currently pursuing a study of the Trinity Road corridor in this area to consider future growth options and how to mitigate any potential impacts to the park. This study will include the participation of the relevant property owners and stakeholders (e.g. State of North Carolina, Triangle Aquatic Center, Cary Towne Center Mall and NCDOT).  Once the study has been completed, we will have a much better understanding of this area and any potential impacts to the park.  While there are no plans to relocate the soccer park, some adjustments to the current layout may be needed. 

The Fenton developer hopes to break ground in early 2019.

The Town of Cary is pleased to provide a competitive, comprehensive benefits program to serve the needs of our employees and their families.

Because the Town of Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.

All regular and probationary full-time and part-time employees of the Town of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee's hire date.

Cary's prescription plan, which is included as part of an employee's medical benefits package, is administered by CVS/Caremark.

Prescription Plan Summary - Traditional Plan

Prescription Plan Summary - High Deductible Health Plan

While there are no zoning conditions requiring these initiatives, several of these ideas (green and energy-efficient buildings, green roofs, living walls, EV charging stations, and low impact design) have come up in conversations with the developer. Since most of these initiatives are permitted by zoning (vertical wind turbines on roofs would not be allowed by the approved zoning), staff will continue to encourage the developer to include such environmentally and energy-conscious design elements into the project as they move forward with detailed development plans later this year.

It is important to note that the Design Guidebook was created to make a commitment to a higher quality and caliber of architectural design than required by the Town’s normal standards, and to also allow more flexibility (e.g. green walls, recycled building materials) than would normally be the case with the Town’s standards.  As such, the Guidebook serves to guide the quality and variety of architectural design rather than advocating for green (or other) initiatives.

Cary's dental plan is administered by Delta Dental, which is America’s largest dental administrator.

Delta Dental Plan Summary

Cary's vision plan, which is included as part of an employee's medical benefits package, is administered by Superior Vision.

Superior Vision Plan Summary

Cary's medical plan is administered by BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) Blue Options. Additionally, Cary provides a comprehensive wellness initiative that provides opportunities to qualify for lower health insurance premiums through voluntary health screening and assessment programs.  

Blue Options Benefit Highlights - Traditional Plan

Blue Options Benefit Highlights - High Deductible Health Plan

Town of Cary Annual Notices

The study will begin the week of February 19 and continue for approximately two weeks.

The Town will monitor and sample for both high and low levels of odors within and near the wastewater collection system. You may temporarily notice odors while the study is underway as the biofilters will be deactivated during this time. Additional chemicals have been added to the wastewater to help treat odors and air filters containing activated carbon have been installed at various locations along the sewer main to help treat any odors that may escape the wastewater collection system. Sewer odors are not expected to be detected during the entire study, only periodically, if at all.

The Town is conducting the study to better evaluate and develop plans for additional odor control treatment strategies. The study will help the Town better understand and manage the types of gases present in the wastewater collection system.

There are two biofilters located in western Cary--one near Green Hope School Road and the other along Mills Drive. Both biofilters are installed below or at ground level, and the site is secured by a fence. 

• A fan draws air from the wastewater collection system
• The air is distributed through pipes at the bottom of the biofilter and flows upward through a special media
• This porous stone media, 5.5 feet in depth, is infused with specialized micro-organisms that consume hydrogen sulfide (rotten egg odor) and other organic sulfides
• The biofilter is designed to provide a minimum of 45 seconds of retention time to allow odor causing gases to be removed
• A decorative stone layer and spray irrigation system provides the precise amount of moisture within the media to keep the micro-organisms alive 
• Biofilters operate continuously while the fan is running
• Initial startup of the biofilter requires a few days for the biology to become acclimated, while complete acclimation and odor removal may take up to 90 days

Planned Events: The Town provides 24-hour advance notice and works to minimize the length of all planned water shut downs required to install new water mains. Water service may be disrupted for 4-6 hours or longer if unforeseen issues arise. 

Emergency Events: Unexpected breaks can occur requiring the system to be shut down for repair. The length of time needed to repair the line and resume water service varies depending on the severity of the damage. As always, crews will do everything they can to make the needed repairs and return water service to you as soon as possible. 

Water Service Connection: When it's time to switch from the old water meter to the new water meter, we will temporarily shut off the water to your home. This process typically takes 2-4 hours under normal circumstances. See the typical water main installation process for additional information.

Pressure Reducing Valves: Some houses have a Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) that controls pressure from the water main to the house. If you have a PRV, it is recommended that you get it inspected by a plumber and possibly replaced if needed. Contact a Citizen Advocate at (919) 469-4090 or schedule online for a free pressure check to help you determine the pressure at your home. 

Condition Assessment: The age of the water main is a leading reason for replacement. While the Town replaces the Town-owned portion of the water system as part of the project, the water service line from the water meter to the house is the responsibility of the property owner and is likely the same age as the original water main. It is recommended that you assess the condition of your water service line if it has not been improved or replaced since the original water main was installed.  

Fences, Irrigation Systems, Landscaping, etc.: The new water meters are typically located near the existing water meters. If you have landscaping or property that could be affected by construction activities in this area, please notify the Project Contact, to assess the situation, discuss possibilities and coordinate work.

Coach Michael Wells is from a little city called Niceville in the panhandle of Florida. He started working with the Town of Cary in February of 2017 and has assisted with Camps and Clinics in the summer and fall. He graduated from Niceville High School in 2010. He was a catcher at Gulf Coast State College for two years; from there he played a year at Georgia Southern University, before finishing his career at William Carey University.

Coach Wells received his Associates Degree from Gulf Coast, Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education from William Carey University, and his Master’s Degree in Sport Management from William Carey University. 

Before moving to North Carolina, Coach Wells previously coached an 8-year-old travel ball team, a 16-and-under summer ball team, and was the hitting and catching coach and handled recruiting duties at William Carey University. He currently resides in Raleigh, NC.

Focus Areas: Pitching, Hitting & Fielding

Lesson Information:

September Lessons:

All Lessons is September will be at the USA Baseball National Training Complex

Thursday, September 6
8pm – Course Code 119590

Friday, September 7
8pm – Course Code 119594

Monday, September 10
6pm – Course Code 119596
7pm – Course Code 119597

Thursday, September 13
5pm – Course Code 119599
6pm – Course Code 119600
8pm – Course Code 119602

Friday, September 14
6pm – Course Code 119604
7pm – Course Code 119605
8pm – Course Code 119606

Monday, September 17
5pm – Course Code 119607
6pm – Course Code 119608
7pm – Course Code 119609
8pm – Course Code 119610

Thursday, September 20
6pm – Course Code 119612
8pm – Course Code 119614

Tuesday, September 25
7pm – Course Code 119617
8pm – Course Code 119618

Thursday, September 27
6pm – Course Code 119620
7pm – Course Code 119621
8pm – Course Code 119622

Summer Camps and NTC Softball Academy Information

Softball programming is listed below the Baseball Programming and Includes NTC Softball Academy.

Fall Baseball Clinic (ages 8-14)
Participants in this clinic will get to learn the game of baseball and participate in a variety of drills and games to develop the skills needed to become better players.  No experience necessary and this clinic will be geared towards having fun and developing skills.  Entire youth teams are encouraged to come together!
Location:  USA Baseball National Training Complex
Instructors:  Town of Cary Baseball Instructors 
Fees:  $15 (1 class)
Age 8-14
117150 Sun Oct 28 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Hitting Skills and Techniques (age 8-10)
This clinic will focus on the fundamentals of hitting, including proper stance, hitting position, balance, bat path, bat speed, and follow through.  The clinic will involve instructional drills and batting cage practice.  
Location:  USA Baseball National Training Complex
Instructor:  Town of Cary Baseball Instructors
Fees:  $27(R) $35(N) (1 class)
Age 8-10
117152 Wed Sep 26 6-7:30 p.m.

Fielding Skills and Techniques (age 8-10)
Participants will learn the proper positioning for fielding ground balls, fly balls, and learn proper arm angles when throwing.  The information learned at the clinic will be able to be applied directly to the field.
Location:  USA Baseball National Training Complex
Instructor:  Town of Cary Baseball Instructors
Fees:  $30(R) $39(N) (1 class)
Age 8-10
117153 Wed Sep 12 6-7:30 p.m.

Pitching Skills and Technique (age 11-14)
Participants will learn the basic skills of being a baseball pitcher.  Mechanics will be taught along with understanding what it takes mentally to be a pitcher.  Drills will be taught that will be able to be used independently in the participants own time.   Proper arm care will also be discussed with the participants.  No competitive experience is required.
Location: USA Baseball National Training Complex 
Instructor:  Town of Cary Baseball Instructors
Fees: $20(R) $26(N) (1 class)
Ages 11-14
117155 Wed Oct 17 6-7:30 p.m.

NTC Academy - Hitting Skills and Techniques (age 14-18)
This clinic is designed to teach experienced players.  The session will focus on the fundamentals of hitting, including stance, hitting position, balance, bat path, bat speed, and follow through.  Topics also included are opposite field hitting and hitting for power.  The clinic will involve many instructional drills and batting cage practice.  
Location:  USA Baseball National Training Complex
Instructor:  Town of Cary Baseball Instructors
Fees:  $27(R) $35(N) (1 class)
117159 Thu Nov 1 6:30-8:00 p.m.

NTC Academy - Pitching Skills and Techniques (age 14-18)
Participants will increase their knowledge of pitching on a competitive level.  Mechanics from the wind up and the stretch will be taught and reviewed.  Pick off moves will be taught and reviewed.  Defensive responsibilities will also be reviewed as a part of this clinic.  This clinic is targeted for participants who want to become effective pitchers on a competitive stage.  Proper arm care will be discussed with the participants.
Instructor:  Town of Cary Baseball Instructors
Fees:  $30(R) $39(N) (1 class)
117157 Wed Oct 24 6:30-8:00 p.m.

NTC Academy - Catcher’s Skills and Techniques (age 14-18)
Participants will learn proper catcher techniques from Town of Cary Instructors and have the opportunity to work on drills to become better catchers.  A focus will be on the position of catcher.  This clinic is for participants interested in becoming elite players on the competitive level.  Protective equipment is encouraged.
Location:  USA Baseball National Training Complex
Instructor:  Town of Cary Baseball Instructors
Fees:  $30(R) $39(N) (1 class)
117158 Wed Oct 24 6:30-8:00 p.m.

SOFTBALL PROGRAMMING

Softball Instruction Level Descriptions:

BEGINNER: A player who is new to the game. Players at this level should register for Mini Intros, Beginner level camps, clinics and One-on-One Lessons

INTERMEDIATE: A player who has played 1–3 seasons of recreation softball who has a basic understanding of the skills being taught.  – Players at this level are encouraged to sign up for NTC Academy Minis, unless learning a brand new skill or position, where they need the basics.

NEXT LEVEL: A player who has played in a more competitive environment for at least one season (middle/high school softball or travel ball). This player is confident on the field and in the batter’s box. This player has a greater level of intensity and game knowledge than the Intermediate player and can handle fast-paced workouts and drills. – Players at this level should sign up for NTC Academy Minis, Age appropriate NTC Academy Clinics or any clinics that are labeled Next Level. 

NTC ACADEMY: A player in grade 8–12 who has played a couple of seasons of school softball or travel ball. This player has a high level of game knowledge and intensity and has the capacity to be instructed in a more competitive environment.

Fall Programs:

NTC Academy - Softball Pitching Clinic (age 11-18)
This clinic is for experienced Pitchers who want to improve the speed, movement and consistency of their pitches.  All pitches will be reviewed. 
Location:  Mills Park
Instructors:  Town of Cary Softball Instructors
Fees: $45(R) $54(N) (2 classes)
Age 11-14 (Middle School Athletes)
117140 Mon, Wed Sep 24 & 26 6:00-8:00pm
Age 14-18 (High School Athletes)
117141 Mon, Wed Sep 24 & 26 6:00-8:00pm

NTC Academy - Softball Catching Clinic (age 11-18)
This clinic is for players who have experience in the Catcher position who want to become more efficient and quick behind the plate.  We will focus on positioning, moving to the ball, blocking, framing, ball transition and throwing.
Location:  Mills Park
Instructors:  Town of Cary Softball Instructors
Fees:  $45 (R) $54(N) (2 classes)
Age 11-14 (Middle School Athletes)
117142 Mon, Wed Sep 24 & 26 6:00-8:00pm
Age 14-18 (High School Athletes)
117143 Mon, Wed Sep 24 & 26 6:00-8:00pm

NTC Academy - Fall Skills Training (current 7th-12th graders)
This 5-week program is for the experienced player who wants to take her game to the next level.  The focus will be on the details that will increase speed, transition, ball release, reaction time, foot work, and strategy.  Offensively, we will work on bunting, slapping, hitting, bat path, quickness out of the box, base running, & smart ball placement.  Each night, we will work on a different aspect of the game, culminating with scrimmage play on the last night.  Players who register for this program will be automatically enrolled in the “NTC Academy - School Softball Prep” program to be held on October 30 and November 1(see program description).  
Location:  Mills Park
Instructors:  Town of Cary Softball Instructors
Fees:  $115(R) $145(N) (5 classes)
117138 Sun Sept 30-Oct 28 6:00-7:30pm

NTC Academy - School Softball Prep (current 7th-12th graders)
Participants will learn from high school level coaches about what it takes to make the team.  Coaches will review proper techniques and strategies and players will run through skills and drills practice for throwing, hitting, fielding and position play.  
Location:  Mills Park
Instructors:  Town of Cary Softball Instructors
Fees:  $45(R) $54(N) (2 classes)
117139 Tue, Thu Oct 30 & Nov 1 6:00-7:30pm

NTC Academy - Power & Agility for Sports – Softball Focus (age 12-18)
Strength and conditioning training paired with speed and agility work that develops power and quick reaction time needed to be successful in sports.  We will also discuss and execute proper warmup and cool down techniques to aid in injury prevention.  Come out and get the edge on the competition.
Location: USA Baseball National Training Complex
Instructor: Coach Gift & Coach Mason
Fees: $54(R), $65 (N) (2 classes)
117146 Tue Oct 2 & 9 6:00-7:30pm

Coach Cassidy Somers is a lead softball instructor for the Town of Cary. Coach Somers has played softball since she was 8 years old, from coach pitch through the 18U National Gold level. She is currently a sophomore at NC State University, where she pitches for the club softball team, which gives her an opportunity to continue her passion for pitching while studying business administration. Coach Somers attended Panther Creek High School in Cary, where she won numerous accolades and awards as the four-year starting varsity pitcher. Most notably, in 2017, Somers was named North Carolina’s 4A-East Pitcher of the Year, All-State, All-Metro, and the SWAC Conference Player of the Year.

Coach Somers is known for her movement pitches and deadly accuracy. Lessons with Coach Somers will be customized to the pitcher’s abilities and needs. Areas of focus will begin with sound mechanics and fundamentals, and progress to learning movement pitches. All students can expect to learn practice drills to work on at home to bring their performance to the next level. Coach Somers understands the mental toughness necessary to pitch at an elite level, and enjoys teaching strategies to improve a pitcher’s mental game.

Focus Area: Pitching

Lesson Information:

All September Lessons are at Mills Park, Softball Field

Sunday, September 9
12pm – Course Code 118807
1pm – Course Code 118808
2pm – Course Code 118809

Sunday, September 16
12pm – Course Code 118811
1pm – Course Code 118812

Sunday, September 30
12pm – Course Code 118815
2pm – Course Code 118817
3pm – Course Code 118818

Coach Rebecca Porter (Gift) played Division I softball as a pitcher, utility and designated hitter at both North Dakota State University (where she had the opportunity to play in the NCAA Regionals in 2010) and Belmont University. In addition to playing the game, one of her passions was to help coach her teammates on hitting and pitching techniques, which carried over both during and after her college career.

Coach Porter is certified as a Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine. She graduated from Belmont University with degrees in exercise science and psychology. After receiving her diploma in 2013, Coach Porter became a personal trainer, a job which has afforded her the opportunity to teach and coach individuals from 10 to 90 years old.

Coach Porter believes that each athlete is unique and has individual strengths and weaknesses. She believes in developing those strengths and creating good habits by incorporating both physical and mental strength and conditioning during a training session. She believes that the game is meant to be fun, as well as an opportunity to grow and compete. Coach Porter has a thorough understanding of bio-mechanics as they relate to the game of softball; the player can focus on enjoying the game rather than worrying about specific mechanics mid-championship.

Focus Areas: Pitching, Fielding and Strength & Conditioning

Available Lesson Dates, Locations & Times:

Saturday, September 8 – Mills Park, Softball Field
1pm – Course Code 118759
2pm – Course Code 118760
3pm – Course Code 118761

Tuesday, September 11 -  USA Baseball National Training Complex
7pm – Course Code 118763

Friday, September 14 – Mills Park, Softball Field
7pm – Course Code 118767
8pm – Course Code 118768

Saturday, September 15 – Mills Park, Softball Field
1pm – Course Code 118759
2pm – Course Code 118760
3pm – Course Code 118761

Tuesday, September 18 -  USA Baseball National Training Complex
6pm – Course Code 118773
7pm – Course Code 118774
8pm – Course Code 118775

Friday, September 21– Mills Park, Softball Field
6pm – Course Code 118777
8pm – Course Code 118779

Saturday, September 22 – Mills Park, Softball Field
10am – Course Code 118780
12pm – Course Code 118782
1pm – Course Code 118783

Tuesday, September 25 -  USA Baseball National Training Complex
6pm – Course Code 118784
7pm – Course Code 118785
8pm – Course Code 118786

Friday, September 28– Mills Park, Softball Field
6pm – Course Code 118788
8pm – Course Code 118790

Saturday, September 29 – Mills Park, Softball Field
1pm – Course Code 118792
2pm – Course Code 118793
3pm – Course Code 118794

Coach Jeff Pegram (JP) is lead softball instructor for the Town of Cary. Coach JP was introduced to softball as freshman at North Carolina State University, where he began his three-year career as a student manager for the Wolfpack Softball Team. He watched, studied and learned as he surrounded himself with talented players and decorated coaches. Coach JP was a part of the ACC Championship team in 2013, and participated in two NCAA Regionals with NC State.

Coach JP was inspired by these experiences to coach, becoming the head JV coach at Panther Creek High School in 2016. He has coached in multiple summer camps with both NC State and Panther Creek, and has helped lead the summer and fall NTC Academy programs with the Town of Cary. Coach JP also coached the Region 8 team into the gold medal round of the 2017 Powerade State Games. He graduated from NC State in May 2017 with a BS in Sport Management, and has aspirations to become a DI head softball coach.

Focus Areas: Hitting & Fielding

Coach JP is no longer with us, having taken an Assistant Coach position at Eckerd College in Florida

Coach Ashleigh Mason is a native of Johnston County, NC and has recently joined the Town of Cary staff. Coach Mason graduated from North Johnston High School in 2013, where she was a four-year varsity softball player and the 2012 NCHSAA 2A Eastern State Player of the Year. 

After graduating from high school, Coach Mason started her college career at the University of Mount Olive, where she played softball. She transferred to the University of North Carolina Pembroke and graduated in 2017 with a BS in exercise and sports science. Coach Mason is currently a certified personal trainer and works with a variety of clients. She has played in all levels from recreation league, travel ball, showcase, high school to college level and looks forward to helping today’s players. When not instructing, Coach Mason enjoys spending her time in the outdoors hiking, and kayaking, and relaxing with her dogs, Molly and Fred. 

Focus Areas: Hitting, Fielding and Strength & Conditioning

Available Lesson Dates & Times:

Monday, September 17
5pm – Course Code 118835
8pm – Course Code 118838

Monday, September 24
5pm – Course Code 118839
7pm – Course Code 118841
8pm – Course Code 118842

Coach Jill Smedley has been the Lead Softball Instructor for the Town of Cary since 2014. Coach Smedley has over 20 years of fastpitch coaching experience, establishing herself as a sought-after hitting coach. She played both high school and college softball before moving to Pennsylvania to begin her coaching career, working with players at all levels of the game. For TOC, Coach Smedley designs and leads camps and clinics, and provides one-on-one instruction. 

Coach Smedley is a member of the National Fastpitch Coaches Association, the NC Coaches Association, and the NC Softball Coaches Association. She is the tournament director for the NCAA D3 Triangle Classic, a Powerade State Games high school coach, and has been a varsity coach at Panther Creek High School since 2013.

Focus Areas: Hitting & Fielding

Coach Smedley is leading our Summer Camps and NTC Academy programs in June and July. She will have lessons in August which will be released on Friday, July 27.

The goal of having good connectivity does have merit.  The Town’s recently approved Imagine Cary Community Plan reviewed all of the possible connections between downtown and the greater Eastern Cary Gateway area.  Due to the lack of connectivity of East Park Street to NW Maynard and with the goal of protecting the character of existing neighborhoods, East Park Street was not selected to serve as a primary connection between downtown and the Eastern Cary Gateway area.  Alternatively, Walnut Street and East Chatham Street were selected to provide this desired connectivity.  Accordingly, the Fenton developer is proposing to connect Trinity Road through the WakeMed Soccer Park to provide the missing connection between East Chatham Street and Cary Towne Boulevard.  This connection will significantly improve circulation by providing Fenton access to both of these primary corridors into downtown.  

As far as Trinity Road connecting directly to Convention Drive at Cary Towne Center Mall, the Town is currently pursuing a study of the Trinity Road corridor between Chapel Hill Road and Walnut Street.  Any such connection would require the cooperation and participation of several other property owners and stakeholders (e.g. State of North Carolina, Triangle Aquatic Center, Cary Towne Center Mall and NCDOT), and we will be including these stakeholders as part of the upcoming study.  Once this study has been completed, we will have a better understanding of this area and potential options for improving connectivity.

• Yes. The employee has complete control on where the funds are invested.

Welcome to Cary’s Employee Benefits videos. We encourage you to view these presentations so you can make the best benefit choices for yourself and your family. Expect to spend between three to five minutes watching each video. You may view these videos in part or in their entirety at your convenience. 

• Medical
• Prescription
• Vision
• Dental
• Employee Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Employee Retirement
• Supplemental Retirement
• Voluntary Benefits

If you have any questions about content in these video presentations, email your Total Employee Health team. 

Overview: This project provides for the design and construction of a 3.1 million gallon water storage tank, related booster pump station, and interconnections with the City of Raleigh to be located in the vicinity of the Crossroads shopping center.

This infrastructure will add needed Central Pressure Zone (CPZ) water storage and facilitate the transfer of water between the City of Raleigh and the Town of Cary’s central and southern pressure zones. Providing a transfer location with the City of Raleigh will allow for an emergency water supply to be provided to and from Cary if needed. The storage tank will also provide additional protection during peak flow conditions and during fire flows.

Status: Preliminary engineering work is underway and is anticipated to last through 2018. Site survey has begun on the Town-owned parcels. The project is slated to begin construction in spring 2019 and is anticipated to last until winter 2021.   

Contact
Brian J. Drake, PE 
Engineer 
Water Resources Department 
(919) 462-3836
brian.drake@townofcary.org

Description: The initial phase of the project was completed in the summer of 2015. It included the transfer of the Holly Springs Rd water line from Raleigh to Cary and modifications at the Town's Trinity Road Booster Pump Station.

A second phase of the project is planned to create an interconnection along Globe Road where the two water systems are in close proximity to one another. Easements are being obtained and the project has entered into the final design and permitting stage.

A third phase of the project was originally planned to provide an interconnection along Jones Franklin Road and another along Tryon Road. These two interconnections will now occur as part of the Crossroads Ground Storage Tank Project. For updates on the third phase (Jones Franklin Road and Tryon Road Interconnections) please refer to the Crossroads Ground Storage Tank Project update. An amendment to the mutual aid agreement to reflect these changes is currently being drafted. 

Schedule: The Globe Road interconnection is in the final design stages with easements being obtained by the City of Raleigh. Construction is anticipated to begin in summer 2017 and be completed spring 2018.

Contact
Brian J. Drake, PE 
Engineer 
Water Resources Department 
(919) 462-3836
brian.drake@townofcary.org

Overview: The Cary/Apex Water Treatment Facility (CAWTF) uses concrete process basins with ancillary electrical and mechanical equipment for core treatment processes. This project provides funding for the restoration of the plant’s original and Phase I expansion process basins and equipment which date to 1993 and 2001, respectively. Routine wear and tear on the process basin infrastructure results in the need for periodic restoration and rehabilitation. This project will also study the potential benefits of converting the existing chemical filtration process to a biological filtration process. A potential benefit of biofiltration is reduced operational costs for water treatment. This project also provides funding for an additional clearwell at the CAWTF.

Schedule: Work by consultants on a study and preliminary engineering report is underway and is anticipated to be complete in summer 2018. 

Contact
Betsy Drake, PE
Engineer
Water Resources Department
(919) 481-5093
betsy.drake@townofcary.org

Overview: This project provides for the engineering evaluation, analysis, design and construction for future expansion and improvements of the Cary/Apex Water Treatment Facility beyond its current capacity of 40 million gallons per day (MGD), and to maintain adequate infrastructure. According to a preliminary engineering report completed in April 2010, the most cost-effective expansion would increase the CAWTF capacity to 56 MGD. Design and permitting of the project were completed in January 2014.

Schedule: Construction commenced on the project in May 2014 and is estimated to be complete in winter 2017.

Status: This project is being completed with two construction contracts. There is a contractor completing improvements to the systems at the CAWTF site. This work includes expansion of the administration building and the various water treatment processes necessary to produce 56 MGD of treated drinking water.

A separate contractor completed the expansion of the Raw Water Intake Structures and Pump Station at Jordan Lake. To meet the increased water demands, new pumps and larger intake structures are required. This portion of the project was completed in summer 2016.

Cary Apex Water Treatment Plant Phase 3 Expansion Document

Contact
Betsy Drake, P.E.
Engineer
Water Resources Department
(919) 481-5093
betsy.drake@townofcary.org

All tickets are non-refundable.

If a performance is cancelled and cannot be rescheduled, refunds will be processed automatically. Patrons who purchased with cash or check will be mailed a refund via check. Tickets purchased with a credit card will automatically be refunded to the credit card used to purchase the tickets.

If your ticket has been lost or stolen, contact the Box Office Manager at (919) 481-5190 and keep looking. There is no guarantee that lost or stolen tickets will be replaced, although we will make every attempt to assist you.

Tickets requested to be left at Will Call may be picked up beginning one hour prior to the performance. Customers must show a valid photo I.D., and if tickets were purchased online or by phone, the credit card used to purchase the ticket must also be presented.

For your protection, tickets will only be released to the person whose name appears on the ticket envelope. To add or change the Will Call pick-up name, contact the Box Office at (919) 462-2055 or the Audience Development Program Specialist at (919) 481-5190.

Exchanges may be allowed for performances and/or a performance series with multiple dates. Exchanges must be approved by the sponsor of the event. To request an exchange, contact the Box Office at (919) 462-2055.

• Marvelous Music Mainstage and Family Series: Group rates are negotiable depending on the show and availability of seats. Please contact the Box Office Manager at (919) 481-5190 to request a group rate.
• Applause! Youth Theatre: A group is defined as 15 or more. Group price is determined by the Performing Arts Education Specialist. Please contact the Box Office Manager at (919) 481-5190 to request a rate.
• For other shows occurring at the Cary Arts Center: Please contact the Box Office Manager at (919) 481-5190 to see if group rates are available.

Concessions will be open for most events occurring in the Cary Arts Center theatre if the event includes an intermission. Food and drink from the concession stand are allowed into the theatre.  

The seating for each show is different. For most ticketed events at the Cary Arts Center, seats are reserved throughout the theatre. To inquire about your show, check your ticket or contact the Box Office at (919) 462-2055.

The Lost and Found bin is located at the Cary Arts Center front desk. Contact (919) 469-4069 for details regarding lost items.

Patrons who find items during an event are asked to drop the item off at the front desk.

Tickets to any performance may be bought with Town of Cary gift cards which may be purchased at any facility. Contact the Box Office at (919) 462-2055 for more information. 

Yes  

Restrooms are located inside the venue on all three levels. All restrooms are accessible for our guests with disabilities.

Re-entry is allowed for events as long as the patron has his/her original ticket or the event is free and seats are still available.

• Cash
• Checks (made payable to Town of Cary)
• MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express

There are no ATMs located inside the Cary Arts Center. The nearest ATM is located 0.4 miles away on the Town Hall Campus at 228 Ambassador Loop.

If you are a member of the media, please contact the venue for permission to shoot the event at (919) 462-3969. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for this request to be authorized.

Individuals returning to the same age group and zone do not attend team placements, as they will return to the same team as last year. Individuals aging up into the next age group, or changing zones, will attend team placements. Attendance at team placements is very important, so that coaches can see each player, and can draft players accordingly.

Boys 9-10 and Girls 9-10 leagues do not have team placements. Those rosters are created by Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources staff.

Our goal is for each team to have nearly 100% of their practices in their “home” zone. The percentage of games played in one’s home zone depends on the size of the league. 

In leagues with the largest number of players (likely Boys 9-10, Boys 11-12, and Boys 13-14), we expect there will be enough teams in each zone that all games will be played within a team’s home zone. 

In the leagues with fewer players, there likely will not be enough teams in each zone to play entirely within one’s home zone. In those leagues, teams will play across zones, and will therefore have some “away” games in other zones. Our goal is for teams to have at least 50% of their games be in their home zone.

In the leagues with the very fewest players, there is a possibility that each team will be created with players drawn from multiple zones. The Girls 13-14 and Girls 15-18 leagues will be offered in the Central Zone only.

Please note that none of this information should be interpreted as a guarantee. We will do the best we can to keep teams in their home zone as frequently as possible, but please understand that facility limitations, the number of players in each zone, and other factors may require that individuals practice or play outside their home zone.

Please review the "Know Before You Go" camps information to find out the latest safety camps guidelines.

The Town of Cary Parks Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is committed to an inclusive approach to recreation and encourages individuals with and without disabilities to participate together. In order for individuals with disabilities to participate as fully as possible, reasonable modifications will be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you or a family member requires a reasonable modification to participate in a program, please check the appropriate box on the registration form.

For the latest Inclusion/Accommodations Plan information: Click Here

Each camper is expected to follow all camp rules and adhere to instructions from the staff. Campers who are disruptive or do not adhere to the rules will be subject to the Camp Discipline Policy.

In the event that a participant does not follow the camp guidelines, an incident report will be written to document and correct behavior. All incident reports will be discussed privately with parent or guardian.

• First incident report
  • This report is written only for repeated behavior by the participant that cannot be corrected by the counselors with time-out or other forms of behavior modifications.
    A copy of the report will be given to the parent the same day.
    A copy of this report will be kept on file in camp office.
• Second incident report
  • This report should be written if the behavior is repeated or new behavior problems occur by the same participant. This report will follow the same criteria as the first, but a one or two-day suspension could accompany this report.
  • This report will be discussed with the parent by a camp director or supervisor.
• Third incident report
  • This report will be completed using the same criteria as the first two. The full-time staff and camp director should write this report.
  • The full-time staff of the summer camp will give this report to the parent. Dismissal from program can occur at this time. 

*Immediate dismissal from the program can occur at any time given severe circumstances. Refunds for missed days due to a discipline dismissal may not be granted.

It is recommended to apply sunscreen and/or bug spray to your camper prior to arriving to camp each day. You may send sunscreen/bug spray with your camper, however they must be able to apply themselves under adult supervision. Sunscreen/bug spray must be labeled with camper’s name. Campers are not to share these products with other campers.

Should conditions warrant, and you would NOT like for us to supply sunscreen or bug spray for your camper to apply, please indicate so on the Consent & Other Questions section of your child's ePACT online camp forms.

Prior to the first day of camp you will receive instructions via email regarding your camps drop off/pick up protocols.  Some sites have carpool drop off times, others require drop off inside the facility. 

To request a withdrawal for your child from camp, please complete and submit the PRCR Withdrawal Request Form. 

Registration fees are 100 percent refundable when the Department cancels the activity. Credits that remain inactive for one year will be donated to the Play It Forward Scholarship Fund. Refund for payments made by check cannot be processed for three weeks from the date payment was made.

CAMP REFUND/CREDIT POLICY: In situations where it is necessary for Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources to cancel a camp program, 100 percent of the registration fees are refundable. In the case that a cancellation occurs during the course of a camp, the refund or credit will be prorated. A participant wishing to withdraw from a camp that has not been canceled by the Town must request to be withdrawn at least fourteen (14) calendar days before the first day of the camp. The participant will receive, at the discretion of the participant, either an account credit or a refund less a 15 percent service fee. Refund for payments made by check cannot be processed for three weeks from the date payment was made.

• Refund/credit/transfer requests received less than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the start date of a camp may not be granted. 
• Non-attendance/non-participation in a camp does not entitle a patron to a refund. 
• A credit may be used by any family member on the same registration account. Account credits are valid for one year.  

A participant may request a withdrawal due to an unforeseen medical condition less than seven (7) calendar days prior to the camp or during the course of the camp and up to seven (7) calendar days after the program ends. The request must be made in writing and is subject to verification. The participant may receive a full or prorated refund or account credit based on a case by case review.

Please note any medical concerns in the following sections of your child's ePACT online camp forms; Medical Information, Allergy & Dietary Requirements or Medication and Treatment. If your camper becomes ill or injured during camp, the parent/guardian or emergency contact person noted in the Emergency Contact section of your child's ePACT online camp forms will be notified. You should make necessary arrangements to have your child picked up.

Please fill out the Medication Description and Authorization form when you drop your child off if medication needs to be administered during camp hours (including medication for asthma and EpiPen). Medication will be kept in a locked box at all times. Camp staff will carry medication to dispense as appropriate while on-site or away from the camp’s base location.

Campers will be transported in a Town of Cary or Town approved vehicle driven by a Town authorized contracted employee or a Town of Cary employee.

All campers must arrive to camp at least 15 minutes prior to field trip departure time. If a program participant arrives at camp after the scheduled departure for a field trip, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to either:

• Transport the participant to the field trip location and sign-in the camper with a camp staff member at the field trip site, or;
• Transport the participant to the camp base once the camp returns from the field trip location and sign-in.
• Participants cannot be left at a camp base without camp staff present. 
• If a camper needs to be picked up while the group in on a field trip, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to pick up the participant at the field trip location.  Please inform camp director of the needed early release prior to participant being picked up.

In accordance with the NC Child Passenger Safety Law – G.S. 20-137.1, the Town of Cary will require children who are less than 8 years old to use a child restraint device when being transported in a passenger vehicle excluding a charter coach bus. Camp will provide the child restraint device (Evenflo Big Kid Amp High Back Booster Car Seat) for campers who are less than 8 years old.

All admission fees for field trips are included in the camp registration fees. 

Each child is placed in a group for the week by their birthdate. This can fluctuate from week to week as the registered campers changes. Children who attend multiple weeks of camp will not necessarily be in the same group or have the same counselors each week. Please be aware that requests for your child to be grouped with friends are rarely granted due to Staff to Camper ratios. 

• Campers should dress accordingly for the activities scheduled. Participants should wear shorts and a light weight shirt or top. On rainy/cool days your camper may need a light jacket. Campers need to wear some type of athletic shoe or sneaker each day to camp.
• Sandals, flip-flops crocs-style or any other type of open shoe should not be worn to camp.  If your camper is not properly attired, they will not be permitted to participate in camp activities and a parent/guardian will be notified and asked to bring appropriate attire.
• Campers will be given a T-shirt the first day of the session. Campers will only receive one shirt. Lost shirts will not be replaced. Replacement shirt can be purchased for $7.

In addition to the above information, Track-Out and School’s Out Camps are year round camps and both indoor and outdoor activities will be scheduled. Please dress your camper accordingly. Layering is always best.

Campers must bring a bag lunch, two snacks and a drink in a non-glass container each day.

• Lunches should be in a paper, plastic, or reusable bag with their name clearly labeled on the bag.
• Do not send bubble/chewing gum or hard candy. Children will not be allowed to use the vending machines unless accompanied by a parent.
• Learn how to pack a healthy snack and lunch by viewing the Camp Snack Game Plan and the Pack a Healthy Lunch.

Camp operate Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Full payment is required at time of registration for all camps.  

Call Recreation Support at (919) 469-4061 or email at recreation.support@townofcary.org.

No. Entering anywhere but through the main gate is trespassing.

Hemlock Woolly Adelgids are tiny aphid-like insects that originated in Asia and were detected in the western United States in the 1920s and later in eastern United States in the 1950s. The hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) attacks and kills both Eastern and Carolina Hemlocks, the only two hemlock species native to North Carolina. The hemlocks usually die within a few consecutive years of infestation.

Hemlock trees are crucial for sustaining wildlife in North Carolina. The trees can provide shade that helps regulate stream and forest floor temperatures. Shade from the trees provides a favorable stream habitat for many native fish, amphibians and aquatic invertebrates. The branches are used by many species of birds as nesting sites, including some birds that are highly dependent on hemlocks, such as the black-throated green warbler. (Provided by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources)

Yes. Group programs at the Stevens Nature Center are one hour, outdoor environmental education experiences. Programs are designed to be enjoyable, as well as educational outings to promote knowledge and appreciation of local flora and fauna. Group programs can be customized to meet your group’s desired topic. If your group has special needs, objectives, or badge requirements, please express them when scheduling your program. We will do our best to ensure your visit exceeds your expectations.

Nature programmers, or trained staff, teach the nature programs at Hemlock Bluffs. Courses cater to a variety of ages, as well as a spectrum of topics depending on the season and what animals and plants are in the preserve. Please visit the online brochure for a listing of our current programs.

A donation box is in the lobby of the Stevens Nature Center. Donations are also accepted at the front desk of the Stevens Nature Center. For a larger donation your name or organization will be placed on our sponsor wall. The donor levels are:

$500 Plaque on donor wall for one year
$1,000 Plaque on donor wall for five years
$5,000 Plaque on donor wall for ten years
$50,000 permanent plaque on donor wall

Donations may also be made to the Friends of Hemlock Bluffs

There is a water fountain for humans, as well as a water bowl for dogs, located outside the restrooms. Water fountains are winterized seasonally and will not be available during cold months.

The Swift Creek trail is approximately 0.8 miles long, measured from the courtyard in front of the Stevens Nature Center. This trail includes about 100 steps and a system of boardwalks which loop through floodplain areas rich in variety of plants and animals.

The Beech Tree Cove is approximately 0.9 miles, and is connected to the Chestnut Oak Trail (approx. 1.2 miles). These trails are generally level with a few small inclines.

Our meter team routinely replaces water meters as needed and the meter replacement program is focused on proactively replacing the oldest meters in our system. For any meter replacement, whether it is part of the program or not, you will receive a door hanger a few days prior to the actual replacement, as well as a door hanger following completion. Meters included in the current year's program will receive a project flyer, you can also use the project website map to determine if your meter is part of this project.

Fenton does not include any residential detached homes. The approved Rezoning and Preliminary Development Plan only includes multi-family (attached) residential dwelling units.

Notice of the availability of the proposed Development Agreement was provided on October 12, 2018, on both the Fenton Mixed Use Development website and the Town’s Public Hearing and Legal Notices portal.

The Town does not have any involvement with pricing information for developments. These decisions are up to the developer and the market.

While the State of North Carolina sold 92 acres on the south side of Walnut Creek for the Fenton Mixed Use development, the land north of the creek where the cross-country trails are located remains under State ownership and will continue to be leased and operated by the Town for recreational uses. 

The developer hopes to start clearing and grading the site in the spring of 2019. It is our understanding that the developer is aiming to have the first phase of the project open in early 2021. There are multiple phases to the project, so we do not have an estimated completion date at this time.

The Fenton developer is planning to purchase the property in early April (2019) and begin clearing and grading the site this spring. It is our understanding that the developer is aiming to have the first phase of the project (which includes the site that has been identified for Wegmans) in early 2021.

It is important to note that zoning only determines the types of uses (residential, office, commercial, etc.) and amount of density that can be developed on a site.  Zoning does not determine the actual businesses that occupy a site; property owners and private developers make these decisions.   

A ten-foot wide streetside trail will be provided along Fenton’s frontage on Cary Towne Boulevard. This multi-use path will connect to the existing sidewalk at the entrance to Adams Elementary and provide pedestrian and bicycling connectivity to the Fenton development. As far as the crossing over the I-40 interchange, this area is located in the City of Raleigh’s jurisdiction. Raleigh’s long range plans do show bike facilities over I-40, although there is currently no timeline for these improvements.

Per the approved Preliminary Development Plan, cars will be allowed to drive through the middle of the development. However, it is worth noting that there will only be one lane in each direction, and the vast majority of the parking spaces will be located in parking decks that are situated behind the buildings and tenants located on the main street. Essentially being one row of buildings away from the main street, the parking decks will have direct ingress and egress from the periphery of the development, and thus will allow pedestrians to easily reach the main central street without having to drive on it to find a parking space. 

We also anticipate an emphasis on pedestrian amenities and circulation on the central street, including decorative hardscape and well-defined pedestrian crossings. If you would like to see examples of what Fenton's central area is supposed to be like, we recommend looking at pages 22-32 of Fenton’s Design Guidebook.