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Adopt-A-Stream » Residents interested in becoming an Adopt-A-Stream volunteer are encour-aged to attend the “Streams, Buffers and Floodplains” training session Saturday, July 13, from 9 a.m. to noon at Miller Park, 401 Elm Ave. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/adopt-a-stream.aspx for more information about the program or contact Assistant Town Engineer Holly Miller at hmiller@wakeforestnc.gov or 919-435-9443.

Fourth of July function available on the town’s app » Complete informa-tion about this year’s Fourth of July celebration is provided through the “July 4” function on the Town of Wake Forest app. Download the app for instant access to information about the Fireworks Spectacu-lar, Children’s Parade and Art & Games in the Park. Search for “Town of Wake Forest” on iTunes, in the iPhone app store, or in Google Play. wakeforestnc.gov/app.aspx

Get the latest on the UDO » The Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) public hearing was held open for three months and was officially closed June 4. The Planning Board recommend-ed approval of the document and zoning map with some modifica-tions. For the latest information, visit the UDO blog at wakeforestnc.gov/udo_blog.aspx.

Art & Games in the Park includes sack races, tug of war and pie eating contests—all free.

Proud to be a Tree CityCommunity for 34 years

July /August 2013 TOWN of WAkE FOREST

Our Town

News highlights

Fourth of July Celebration Now in its 40th year, Wake Forest’s Fourth of July Celebration serves up two days of fun includ-ing fireworks, a children’s parade and free games. The Fireworks Spectac-ular is set for Wednesday, July 3, at Wake Forest High School, 420 W. Stadium Dr. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the admission is $5 per person, or $20 for five people. Children ages six and under are admitted free. Advance tickets are available at:n Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce

n Wake Forest Weeklyn Ice Cream Cottage Cafen Aloha Tann All About Hair & Nailsn Garden Marketn Cellar 275 at The Factoryn Town & County Hard-ware at Gateway Commonsn NC General Stores The Band of Oz will again headline this year’s celebration. The band will take the stage at 6:30 p.m. Concessions will be available at the Fireworks Spectacular. Picnic baskets and coolers are allowed but will be inspected by the police department before being permitted inside

the stadium. No alcoholic beverages, smoking, or pets are permitted on the high school campus. See Upcoming Events on page 2 for details about the Children’s Parade and Art & Games in the Park. For further information, visit wakeforestnc.gov/july4.aspx. The Wake Forest Fourth of July Planning Committee is an all-volunteer organization. The event is funded by gate receipts from the previous year’s celebration, along with the generous contributions of area businesses and the Town of Wake Forest.

Fireworks SpectacularWednesday, July 35:30-9:30 p.m. Wake Forest High School, 420 W. Stadium Dr.(see front page for details)

Children’s ParadeThursday, July 410:30 a.m. The line-up for the parade begins at 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Main Street and West Juniper

Avenue. No registration is required. Participation in the Children’s Parade is free, but bicyclists must wear their helmets. The parade route extends from North Main Street to Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Ave.

Art & Games in the ParkThursday, July 411 a.m. Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Ave. Free Fourth of July craft activities and games for children including sack races, a watermelon seed spitting contest and a pie eating contest. Wake Forest police will offer a k9 unit demonstration, while the Wake Forest Fire Department will have a fire truck on display.

“The ‘long harsh winter’ we have faced the past four years may be thawing,” notes Town Manager Mark Williams in the introduc-tion to the annual budget. “Unemployment rates are dropping, the stock market is reaching new all time highs and inflation remains low. Locally, we are seeing an increase in construction, both residentially and com-mercially. Revenues from sales taxes are rising.” Despite the promis-ing changes in economic conditions, the 2013-2014 budget put before the board limits new initiatives. “We must continue to fo-cus on financial sustainabil-ity by conservative revenue projections and prudent use of resources,” says Williams. “Our emphasis must continue to be maintaining current levels of service to our citizens.”

The tax rate remains unchanged for the coming year. If you’re interested in seeing the entire budget, visit wakeforestnc.gov/

residents-finance_budget.aspx. For further questions, contact Finance Director Aileen Staples at astaples@wakeforestnc.gov or 919-435-9461.

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new forum will serve as a virtual town hall meeting, allowing individuals to share their thoughts

The Town of Wake Forest is pleased to launch “What Do You Think, Wake Forest?”—a citizen engagement forum that invites residents to post comments on a variety of important town issues.

Located at wakeforestnc.gov/what-do-you-think-wake-forest.aspx, the forum gives resi-dents the opportunity to share their opinions concerning Wake Forest, support the ideas of others, expand upon them, and know that town officials and staff will see and consider them. The insights provided will offer town leaders a sense of what the community thinks about specific topics and items of interest.

We’ll notify residents whenever new topics are posted through a variety of methods, including announcements on the town’s Facebook page and push notifications through the town’s app. E-News subscribers will also receive an E-Alert informing them of new postings.

For more information, contact Public Infor-mation Officer Bill Crabtree at 919-435-9421 or bcrabtree@wakeforestnc.gov.

The renaissance of Downtown Wake Forest

Have you seen the 8-minute promotional video about downtown? If not, go to wakeforestnc.gov and find the video in the viewer on the homepage. Or better yet, come downtown and experience it firsthand!

Fourth of July Holiday Schedule TownhallandalladministrativeofficeswillbeclosedThursday,July4,for Independence Day. no garbage or recycling will be collected July 4. The collection schedule for the rest of the week will operate one day later than normal and will extend into Saturday.

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Art After HoursSecond Friday of each month6-9 p.m. Downtown Wake Forest Enjoy live music, art, children’s activities and free horse & carriage rides on historic South White Street.

Concert in the Parkfeaturing CraicdownSunday, Aug. 45-7 p.m. E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd. Craicdown describes its music as world

acousticana—blending influences and styles from all over the world. The trio’s high energy music includes reggae, traditional Americana, sounds of Argentina and Celtic influenced reels. Concert in the Park is presented by PineCone: the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department, Wake Forest Arts and United Arts of Raleigh and WakeCounty. Free.

national night OutTuesday, Aug. 65-9 p.m. Wake Forest SuperTarget, 12000 Retail Dr. Residents are invited to join the Wake Forest Police Department, Target and thousands of communities across the country for the 30th Annual National Night Out parking lot party. The event features emergency vehicle displays, music, food and presentations about crime prevention.

For more information, visit www.wakeforestnc.gov/nationalnightout.aspx or contact Officer S. Graham at 919-435-9599, sgraham@wakeforestnc.gov.

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Glad You Asked

Q: How does the town plan to use the newly purchased Tuxedo Junction property? A: In June the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to purchase the former Tuxedo Junction and Rejoice Community School. The adjoining properties are located in Renaissance Place at the corner of Brooks Street and Elm Avenue. Tuxedo Junction, purchased for $831,000, currently includes 10,000 square feet of commercial space, while Rejoice Community School, purchased for $350,000, encompasses approxi-mately 3,000 square feet. Under the terms of the purchase agreement, Wake Forest will assume control of Tuxedo Junction in late July.

Rejoice Community School will con-tinue to operate at its current location through June 30, 2014. Town officials say the properties will be converted into a cultural center that hosts a variety of events and activities, with a special emphasis on the arts. “This is an exciting opportunity for the town,” said Mayor Vivian Jones. “These facilities will offer us an effective way to begin highlighting cultural arts events in the community which may lead later to a full-fledged performing arts center.” The board of commissioners is expected to decide on a new name for the facility in the coming weeks, and a grand opening celebration is being planned for later this year.

The Town of Wake Forest and the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce will publish the new Guide to Wake Forest this fall. The 112-page full-color guidebook will include important contact information, maps, descriptions of town services, community events, photos and much more. Every home and business in the 27587 zip code will receive a copy in the mail.

A limited amount of advertising space is available in the Guide to Wake Forest. You do not need to be a chamber member to run an ad. For advertising rates, visit wakeforestnc.gov/guide-to-wake-forest.aspx. The deadline to reserve ad space is July 15. For more information, contact Gail Bardaxis-Craft, gail@wakeforestchamber.org or 919-556-1519.

Guide to Wake Forest to be published this fallAdvertising opportunities are available

Safe routes to SchoolIn 2009, the Town of Wake Forest received $300,000 from the Department of Transportation for the Safe routes to School program. Thanks to these funds, work is underway on paths and sidewalks that will make it easier for children to walk and bike to school.

Some of the improvements will include:n bike racks at Wake Forest elementary and Wake Forest middle Schooln radar speed detection signs on S. main Street and S. Wingate Streetn a pedestrian signal at the corner of S. main Street and elm Avenuen a multi-use path with pedestrian lights that connects the Wake Forest

middle School campus with the sidewalk on S. main Streetn walkways that connect the Wake Forest boys & Girls Club, Forrest Field

and the elementary schooln new sidewalks to connect gaps on S. Wingate Street and Durham road

volunteers planted trees near the Smith Creek Soccer Center to help restore the riparian buffer.

T o w n o F wA k e F o r e S T Q & A

Do you know someone who helps to enhance your neighborhood without seeking recognition? You can honor them with a nomination

for the “Good Neigh-bor of the Year” Award. Nominees are sought in two divisions: adult

and youth (ages 13-18). The nominee must be a resident of Wake Forest and have made a contribu-tion to their community between Sept. 1, 2012 and Aug. 15, 2013. Nominations must be received no later than Aug. 16. The Wake Forest Human Relations Council will select the winners.

Mayor Vivian Jones will present a plaque to the winners during this year’s Good neighbor Day on Sunday, Sept. 15 at Holding Park. For a nomination form, visit wakeforestnc.gov/goodneighborday.aspx or contact Virginia Jones at 919-435-9491 or vjones@wakeforestnc.gov.

Watch it live onlineAnyone with internet access can watch WFTV 10 at www.wakeforestnc.gov/channel10.aspx. Residents that subscribe to Time-Warner Cable TV service receive the channel.

July/Aug ScheduleFocus on wake Forest

daily, top of the hour

wake Forest: The Most rewarding Things

daily, 7 am, 10:30 am, 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm, 7:30 pm, 10:30 pm

The renaissance of Downtown wake Forest

7:40 am, 8:40 am, 12:40 pm, 2:40 pm, 6:40 pm, 8:40 pm

wake Forest History Museum’s women’s oral History

11:30 am, 5:30 pm, 11:30 pm

This Place Mattersdaily, 7:30 am, 12:30 pm, 8:30 pm

Board of Commissioners Meeting

live, 3rd Tuesdays, 7 pm; rebroadcast daily 9 am, 3 pm, 9 pm

Board of Commissioners work Session

live, 1st Tuesday, 5:30 pm

Planning Board Meetinglive, 1st Tuesday, 7:30 pm; rebroadcast for 2 weeks daily 9 am, 3 pm, 9 pm

wftvYour GovernMenT

Board of Commissioners meetings Third Tuesday | 7 pm Town Hall Board Room

Board of Commissioners Work session First Tuesday | 5:30 pm Town Hall Board Room

Planning Board meetings First Tuesday | 7:30 pm Town Hall Board Room

Have agendas delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up at: www.wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx.

n Watch meetings live on WFTV 10.

n Watch meetings live or on-demand in streaming video: www.wakeforestnc.gov/Government/boardof commissioners.aspx.

n Watch re-broadcasts of meetings on WFTV 10 at 9 am, 3 pm and 9 pm. daily for up to two weeks after the meeting.

STAYinG inForMeD

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Our Town is published bi-monthly by the Town of Wake Forest Communications Department. Public Information Officer Bill Crabtree919-435-9421bcrabtree@wakeforestnc.gov

Explore the fascinating world of our streams—up close!

The N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences and the Town of Wake Forest will offer a series of science programs for children this fall. The programs are free but space is limited. You must sign up in advance by contacting Assistant Town Engineer Holly Miller at hmiller@wakeforestnc.gov or 919-435-9443.

“reptiles & Amphibians” Saturday, Aug. 39 am–noonWake Forest Town Hall Check out the distin-guishing characteristics of these two fascinating animal groups. Many live examples will be on hand. The program will include a stream walk at Miller Park. For ages 4 and up, maximum of 20 participants.

“Sensational Snakes” Saturday, Sept. 79 am–noonWake Forest Town Hall Learn all about these slithery sensations up-close. Examine a number of living non-venomous snakes and discover how to study snakes safely. The program will include a stream walk at Miller Park. For ages 6-12, maximum of 20 participants.

“birds of a Feather” Saturday, Oct. 59 am–noonWake Forest Town Hall Discover the diversity of lifestyles in the bird world by investigating their characteristics and adaptations. This program does not include live animals. Stream walk afterwards in Miller Park. For ages 4 and up, maximum of 20 participants.

“Wading Through Wetlands” Saturday, Nov. 29 am–noonWake Forest Town Hall Discover why these fragile wetland areas need our protection and meet the animals that live there. We will be checking out the constructed wetland behind town hall. Please bring ap-propriate footwear that you don’t mind getting wet. For ages 6-12, maximum of 20 participants.

“Animal Tracks & Signs” Saturday, Dec. 79 am–11 amSmith Creek Soccer Center, 690 Heritage Lake Rd. Learn how to use your senses to uncover the different clues left behind by animals. Meet some of the live animals you might encounter in your own backyard. We’ll be check-ing out signs for tracks at Smith Creek. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Hot beverages and snacks to be provided. For ages 4 and up, maximum of 20 participants.

Honor a Good neighbor Nominations sought for Good Neighbor award

Children’s science programs scheduled for August-December

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