PRSRT STD ECRWSS U.S. Postage PAID Raleigh, NC Permit #722 Town of Wake Forest 301 S. Brooks Street Wake Forest, NC 27587 919-435-9400 www.wakeforestnc.gov POSTAL CUSTOMER Youth Basketball Registration » Registration for youth basketball (ages 5-17, boys and girls) will be held Sept. 1-30 at the Wake Forest Town Hall. Returning players can register online. Games are played December through February. The fee is $40 for residents and $80 for non-residents. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/parks-recreation-cultural- resources.aspx or call 919-435-9560. Labor Day Schedule » Wake Forest Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be collected one day later than usual during the week of Sept. 1. Visit wakefor- estnc.gov/holidayschedule.aspx for a complete listing of town holidays. n n n Free Concert in the Park » Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos, a cajun flavored blues band, will perform a free concert at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m. Come early and enjoy Wake Forest Unplugged activities in the park. The concert is presented by PineCone: The Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department, Wake Forest Arts and United Arts of Raleigh & Wake County. If you are planning an addition or renovation to your home, you may be eligible for same-day permit issuance. Proud to be a Tree City Community for 34 years September/October 2014 TOWN of WAKE FOREST Our Town News highlights PERMIT ISSUANCE MADE EASIER T he Wake Forest Inspections Department is pleased to offer an express permit application review program. The Express Residential Plan Review (ERPR) is geared for specific residential additions and renovations. It may also be used for accessory structures, such as decks, covered porches, sunrooms, sheds and garages. The new process brings together the town’s plans examiner and the appli- cant to review the project and discuss, revise and make changes to drawings in person. This review process helps ensure zoning and building codes are met. To participate in this program the contractor must be present during the review, which depending on the scope of the project could take an hour or more. Although the goal of ERPR is same-day permit issuance, the determin- ing factor will be the severity of any non-compliant submittals. Projects are considered for ERPR by appointment only on Thursday morn- ings between 8 a.m. and noon. For more information or to schedule an ERPR appointment, contact Code Enforcement Official II Kevin Wester at 919-435-9525 or kwester@wakefor- estnc.gov. Town introduces Express Residential Plan Review REVERBNATION
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PRSRT STDECRWSS
U.S. PostagePAID
Raleigh, NCPermit #722
Town of Wake Forest301 S. Brooks StreetWake Forest, NC 27587919-435-9400
www.wakeforestnc.gov
POSTAL CUSTOMER
Youth Basketball Registration » Registration for youth basketball (ages 5-17, boys and girls) will be held Sept. 1-30 at the Wake Forest Town Hall. Returning players can register online. Games are played December through February. The fee is $40 for residents and $80 for non-residents. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/parks-recreation-cultural-resources.aspx or call 919-435-9560.
Labor Day Schedule » Wake Forest Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be collected one day later than usual during the week of Sept. 1. Visit wakefor-estnc.gov/holidayschedule.aspx for a complete listing of town holidays.
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Free Concert in the Park » Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos, a cajun flavored blues band, will perform a free concert at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m. Come early and enjoy Wake Forest Unplugged activities in the park. The concert is presented by PineCone: The Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department, Wake Forest Arts and United Arts of Raleigh & Wake County.
If you are planning an addition or renovation to your home, you may be eligible for same-day permit issuance.
Proud to be a Tree CityCommunity for 34 years
September/October 2014 TOWN of WAKE FOREST
Our Town
News highlights
PERMIT ISSUANCE MADE EASIER
The Wake Forest Inspections Department is pleased to offer an express permit application review
program. The Express Residential Plan Review (ERPR) is geared for specific residential additions and renovations. It may also be used for accessory structures, such as decks, covered porches, sunrooms, sheds and garages. The new process brings together the town’s plans examiner and the appli-cant to review the project and discuss, revise and make changes to drawings in person. This review process helps ensure zoning and building codes are met.
To participate in this program the contractor must be present during the review, which depending on the scope of the project could take an hour or more. Although the goal of ERPR is same-day permit issuance, the determin-ing factor will be the severity of any non-compliant submittals. Projects are considered for ERPR by appointment only on Thursday morn-ings between 8 a.m. and noon. For more information or to schedule an ERPR appointment, contact Code Enforcement Official II Kevin Wester at 919-435-9525 or [email protected].
YOUR 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: wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx.
n Watch meetings live on WFTV 10.
n Watch meetings live or on-demand in streaming video: 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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Subscribe to E-News and have the town’s electronic newsletter delivered directly to your inbox each month. E-News subscribers also receive The Week Ahead, a weekly email publication that provides information about upcoming events, as well as E-Alerts offering urgent notifications and traffic alerts.Sign up for E-News at:wakeforestnc.gov/enews.aspx
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E-Notifier alerts subscribers to the availability of Board of Commissioners and Planning Board meeting agendas. Subscribers also receive New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. Sign up for E-Notifier at: wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx
Our Town is published bi-monthly by the Town of Wake Forest Communications Department Communications & Public Affairs Director Bill [email protected]
Watch it live onlineAnyone with internet access can watch WFTV 10 at wakeforestnc.gov/wftv-10.aspx. Residents that subscribe to Time-Warner Cable TV service receive the channel. The channel can be viewed on Digital Channel 97.5.
WFTV
Glad You Asked TOWN OF WAKE FOREST Q& A
Q: How can I find out what new businesses are coming to town? A: The Wake Forest Communica-tions Department publishes a monthly list called New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. The list includes all businesses that have recently filed for a privilege license. (A privilege license is required of anyone who maintains a business
location within the Town of Wake Forest limits.) You can have New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest delivered directly to your inbox by signing up for E-Notifier. To enroll, visit wake-forestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx and click on ‘Sign up for E-Notifier.’ The service is free and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can also view the complete list at wakeforestnc.gov/business-newbusinesses.aspx.
Save the Date: Dec. 6 Historic Home Tour On even-numbered years, the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission and the Wake Forest Woman’s Club present the Christmas Historic Home Tour. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6, from 1-7 p.m. and will feature approximately 10 historic homes. Advance tickets are $16 and $22 on the day of the tour (includes tax). Receive home tour updates. If you would like to receive email updates about the tour, includ-ing when tickets go on sale, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx. After you’ve entered your email address, select ‘Historic Home Tour’ from the list of available topics. Tour information is also available on the Town of Wake Forest app which can be downloaded free on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. For more informa-tion about the tour, visit wakeforestnc.gov/christmashometour.aspx or contact Michelle Michael at 919-435-9516.
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Parade application deadline is Oct. 15 Applications to participate in the 2014 Wake Forest Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, are now being accepted. For an application, visit wake-forestowntown.com or contact Downtown Development Director Lisa Hayes at [email protected] or 919-435-9415. Entries postmarked by Oct.15 will be considered for inclusion based on the number of entries needed for each category.
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will sponsor its an-nual Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. Admission to the event is free. The Halloween Spooktacular is a family-oriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. Festivities include costume contests, face painting, a haunted maze and moon bounce, along with a variety of other ghostly games and activities, and free pump-kin giveaways—while supplies last. For more information, call 919-435-9560.
Halloween is always on Oct. 31 In Wake Forest trick-or-treating always occurs on Oct. 31 regardless of the day of the week Halloween falls on (this year it’s on a Friday).The Wake Forest Police Department encourages trick-or-treating
between 6-8 p.m. and reminds parents to make sure their little ghosts and goblins observe all safety precautions. For a list of Halloween safety tips, visit wakeforestnc.gov/halloween-safety.aspx.
TRICKS & TREATSHalloween Spooktacular—A family-friendly festival
Lock it or lose it The Wake Forest Police Department offers the following tips for protecting yourself against vehicle break-ins:
n Lock your car doors. The majority of break-ins happen to unlocked cars. Make it a habit to always roll up your windows and lock your doors. This is your best line of defense.
n Remove all valuables from your car or lock them in your trunk. If your valuables are in plain sight, thieves will see the items, open the car (or break the win-dow) and take them. Broken windows typically happen when a valuable item, such as a laptop or GPS device, is left in plain sight.
n Avoid parking near strangers sitting in cars or people that are loitering.
n If you have a garage, use it. Lock the vehicle and the garage.
Report break-ins. It’s important to report the theft if you’re a victim of a vehicle break-in. WFPD cannot gather evidence for leads unless officers know that a crime occurred and unless your vehicle is processed for evidence. Keep a record of serial numbers to your valuables. In the event that an item is stolen, the serial number can be entered into the police database. Without the serial number, the chance of recover-ing the item is slim. To report a break-in or for more information, call the Wake Forest Police Department at 919-554-6150.
Town introduces Express Residential Plan Review
9th Annual Good Neighbor Day The Wake Forest Human Relations Council will sponsor Good Neighbor Day on Sunday, Sept. 21. This free, family-friendly event will be held from 1-4 p.m. at Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Ave. Offering food, fun, and
family entertainment, Good Neighbor Day celebrates diversity and promotes goodwill among all of Wake Forest’s citizens. The “Good Neighbor of the Year” Award will be presented at the event. The award is Wake Forest’s way of recognizing the residents who improve the quality of life in our community. The rain date for Good Neighbor Day is Sunday, Sept. 28. For more information, contact Human Resources Director Virginia Jones at 919-435-9491 or [email protected].
Apply now to serve on town’s advisory boards Make a difference in our com-munity by applying for one of the upcoming vacancies on the town’s advisory boards including the new Cultural Resources Advisory Board. Seats are available on each of these boards: Cemetery, Public Art, Cultural Resources, Design Review, Greenways, Historic Preservation, Human Relations, Planning, Senior Center, Urban Forestry and the Board of Adjustment. Only people that reside in the town’s corporate limits (extrater-ritorial jurisdiction) are eligible for the Planning Board and Board of
Adjustment openings. Plans are underway for a new Technical Advisory Board. Look for more information regarding this new board in the near future. Applications are available at wakeforestnc.gov/advisory-boards.aspx and at the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Completed applications must be submitted by Wednesday, Oct. 15. For more information about the advisory boards and for questions regarding eligibility, contact Town Clerk Deeda Harris at 919-435-9410 or [email protected].
PRCR introduces new, more convenient way to register for programs Registration is underway for the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department’s fall programming. The PRCR is making it easier than ever to register for programs and classes by implementing onsite registration at all the department’s staffed facilities. Now anyone interested in signing up for any PRCR program or class may register during normal business hours at town hall, 301 S. Brooks St.; Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St.; and Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. Town hall is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Flaherty Park Community Center is open Monday-Friday from
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 1-5 pm. The Alston Massenburg Center is open Monday-Friday from 2-8 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Online registration will remain available 24-hours-a-day. For information, contact PRCR Programs Superintendent Monica Lileton at 919-435-9563 or [email protected].
View RecConnect, the fall program guide, online at wakeforestnc.gov/recconnect.aspx or pick up a printed copy at town hall.
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U.S. PostagePAID
Raleigh, NCPermit #722
Town of Wake Forest301 S. Brooks StreetWake Forest, NC 27587919-435-9400
www.wakeforestnc.gov
POSTAL CUSTOMER
Youth Basketball Registration » Registration for youth basketball (ages 5-17, boys and girls) will be held Sept. 1-30 at the Wake Forest Town Hall. Returning players can register online. Games are played December through February. The fee is $40 for residents and $80 for non-residents. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/parks-recreation-cultural-resources.aspx or call 919-435-9560.
Labor Day Schedule » Wake Forest Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be collected one day later than usual during the week of Sept. 1. Visit wakefor-estnc.gov/holidayschedule.aspx for a complete listing of town holidays.
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Free Concert in the Park » Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos, a cajun flavored blues band, will perform a free concert at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m. Come early and enjoy Wake Forest Unplugged activities in the park. The concert is presented by PineCone: The Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department, Wake Forest Arts and United Arts of Raleigh & Wake County.
If you are planning an addition or renovation to your home, you may be eligible for same-day permit issuance.
Proud to be a Tree CityCommunity for 34 years
September/October 2014 TOWN of WAKE FOREST
Our Town
News highlights
PERMIT ISSUANCE MADE EASIER
The Wake Forest Inspections Department is pleased to offer an express permit application review
program. The Express Residential Plan Review (ERPR) is geared for specific residential additions and renovations. It may also be used for accessory structures, such as decks, covered porches, sunrooms, sheds and garages. The new process brings together the town’s plans examiner and the appli-cant to review the project and discuss, revise and make changes to drawings in person. This review process helps ensure zoning and building codes are met.
To participate in this program the contractor must be present during the review, which depending on the scope of the project could take an hour or more. Although the goal of ERPR is same-day permit issuance, the determin-ing factor will be the severity of any non-compliant submittals. Projects are considered for ERPR by appointment only on Thursday morn-ings between 8 a.m. and noon. For more information or to schedule an ERPR appointment, contact Code Enforcement Official II Kevin Wester at 919-435-9525 or [email protected].
YOUR 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: wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx.
n Watch meetings live on WFTV 10.
n Watch meetings live or on-demand in streaming video: 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
sign uP for e-neWs
Subscribe to E-News and have the town’s electronic newsletter delivered directly to your inbox each month. E-News subscribers also receive The Week Ahead, a weekly email publication that provides information about upcoming events, as well as E-Alerts offering urgent notifications and traffic alerts.Sign up for E-News at:wakeforestnc.gov/enews.aspx
sign uP for e-notifier
E-Notifier alerts subscribers to the availability of Board of Commissioners and Planning Board meeting agendas. Subscribers also receive New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. Sign up for E-Notifier at: wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx
Our Town is published bi-monthly by the Town of Wake Forest Communications Department Communications & Public Affairs Director Bill [email protected]
Watch it live onlineAnyone with internet access can watch WFTV 10 at wakeforestnc.gov/wftv-10.aspx. Residents that subscribe to Time-Warner Cable TV service receive the channel. The channel can be viewed on Digital Channel 97.5.
WFTV
Glad You Asked TOWN OF WAKE FOREST Q& A
Q: How can I find out what new businesses are coming to town? A: The Wake Forest Communica-tions Department publishes a monthly list called New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. The list includes all businesses that have recently filed for a privilege license. (A privilege license is required of anyone who maintains a business
location within the Town of Wake Forest limits.) You can have New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest delivered directly to your inbox by signing up for E-Notifier. To enroll, visit wake-forestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx and click on ‘Sign up for E-Notifier.’ The service is free and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can also view the complete list at wakeforestnc.gov/business-newbusinesses.aspx.
Save the Date: Dec. 6 Historic Home Tour On even-numbered years, the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission and the Wake Forest Woman’s Club present the Christmas Historic Home Tour. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6, from 1-7 p.m. and will feature approximately 10 historic homes. Advance tickets are $16 and $22 on the day of the tour (includes tax). Receive home tour updates. If you would like to receive email updates about the tour, includ-ing when tickets go on sale, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx. After you’ve entered your email address, select ‘Historic Home Tour’ from the list of available topics. Tour information is also available on the Town of Wake Forest app which can be downloaded free on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. For more informa-tion about the tour, visit wakeforestnc.gov/christmashometour.aspx or contact Michelle Michael at 919-435-9516.
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Parade application deadline is Oct. 15 Applications to participate in the 2014 Wake Forest Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, are now being accepted. For an application, visit wake-forestowntown.com or contact Downtown Development Director Lisa Hayes at [email protected] or 919-435-9415. Entries postmarked by Oct.15 will be considered for inclusion based on the number of entries needed for each category.
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will sponsor its an-nual Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. Admission to the event is free. The Halloween Spooktacular is a family-oriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. Festivities include costume contests, face painting, a haunted maze and moon bounce, along with a variety of other ghostly games and activities, and free pump-kin giveaways—while supplies last. For more information, call 919-435-9560.
Halloween is always on Oct. 31 In Wake Forest trick-or-treating always occurs on Oct. 31 regardless of the day of the week Halloween falls on (this year it’s on a Friday).The Wake Forest Police Department encourages trick-or-treating
between 6-8 p.m. and reminds parents to make sure their little ghosts and goblins observe all safety precautions. For a list of Halloween safety tips, visit wakeforestnc.gov/halloween-safety.aspx.
TRICKS & TREATSHalloween Spooktacular—A family-friendly festival
Lock it or lose it The Wake Forest Police Department offers the following tips for protecting yourself against vehicle break-ins:
n Lock your car doors. The majority of break-ins happen to unlocked cars. Make it a habit to always roll up your windows and lock your doors. This is your best line of defense.
n Remove all valuables from your car or lock them in your trunk. If your valuables are in plain sight, thieves will see the items, open the car (or break the win-dow) and take them. Broken windows typically happen when a valuable item, such as a laptop or GPS device, is left in plain sight.
n Avoid parking near strangers sitting in cars or people that are loitering.
n If you have a garage, use it. Lock the vehicle and the garage.
Report break-ins. It’s important to report the theft if you’re a victim of a vehicle break-in. WFPD cannot gather evidence for leads unless officers know that a crime occurred and unless your vehicle is processed for evidence. Keep a record of serial numbers to your valuables. In the event that an item is stolen, the serial number can be entered into the police database. Without the serial number, the chance of recover-ing the item is slim. To report a break-in or for more information, call the Wake Forest Police Department at 919-554-6150.
Town introduces Express Residential Plan Review
9th Annual Good Neighbor Day The Wake Forest Human Relations Council will sponsor Good Neighbor Day on Sunday, Sept. 21. This free, family-friendly event will be held from 1-4 p.m. at Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Ave. Offering food, fun, and
family entertainment, Good Neighbor Day celebrates diversity and promotes goodwill among all of Wake Forest’s citizens. The “Good Neighbor of the Year” Award will be presented at the event. The award is Wake Forest’s way of recognizing the residents who improve the quality of life in our community. The rain date for Good Neighbor Day is Sunday, Sept. 28. For more information, contact Human Resources Director Virginia Jones at 919-435-9491 or [email protected].
Apply now to serve on town’s advisory boards Make a difference in our com-munity by applying for one of the upcoming vacancies on the town’s advisory boards including the new Cultural Resources Advisory Board. Seats are available on each of these boards: Cemetery, Public Art, Cultural Resources, Design Review, Greenways, Historic Preservation, Human Relations, Planning, Senior Center, Urban Forestry and the Board of Adjustment. Only people that reside in the town’s corporate limits (extrater-ritorial jurisdiction) are eligible for the Planning Board and Board of
Adjustment openings. Plans are underway for a new Technical Advisory Board. Look for more information regarding this new board in the near future. Applications are available at wakeforestnc.gov/advisory-boards.aspx and at the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Completed applications must be submitted by Wednesday, Oct. 15. For more information about the advisory boards and for questions regarding eligibility, contact Town Clerk Deeda Harris at 919-435-9410 or [email protected].
PRCR introduces new, more convenient way to register for programs Registration is underway for the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department’s fall programming. The PRCR is making it easier than ever to register for programs and classes by implementing onsite registration at all the department’s staffed facilities. Now anyone interested in signing up for any PRCR program or class may register during normal business hours at town hall, 301 S. Brooks St.; Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St.; and Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. Town hall is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Flaherty Park Community Center is open Monday-Friday from
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 1-5 pm. The Alston Massenburg Center is open Monday-Friday from 2-8 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Online registration will remain available 24-hours-a-day. For information, contact PRCR Programs Superintendent Monica Lileton at 919-435-9563 or [email protected].
View RecConnect, the fall program guide, online at wakeforestnc.gov/recconnect.aspx or pick up a printed copy at town hall.
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CHARGING IT UP New electric charging stations give Wake Forest a boost
Maximize Your Wake Forest Experience Download the townʼs app and access important information about popular local events. Search for ʽTown of Wake Forestʼ on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play.
As greater numbers of electric cars take to our streets and highways the availability of electric charging stations is especially vital. Thanks to a generous grant, Wake Forest will install two charging stations in the public parking lot in front of
town hall, 301 S. Brooks St. The installation of the electric charging stations is underway and both stations are expected to be operational this fall. “The availability of electric charging stations in public places gives communities an economic and environmental one-two punch,” said Deputy
Town Manager Roe O’Donnell. “First, these stations provide drivers an incentive to come into town where they can easily charge up while shopping, sightseeing or dining. Second, because electric cars don’t pollute as much as gas-powered cars, they’re much better for our state’s overall air quality.” The grant was made possible by the NCDOT in conjunction with the NC State University Solar Center through the North Carolina Solar Center Clean Fuel Advanced Technology Project. To learn more about the initiative, visit cleantransportation.org.
Wake Forest Unplugged Disconnect from your electronic devices and join other Wake Foresters for an afternoon of free games and activities at Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 4-6 p.m. Stay awhile and enjoy Concert in the Park beginning at 5 p.m. Wake Forest Unplugged is produced by the Wake Forest Recreation Advisory Board.
Public Power Week The Town of Wake Forest will join over 2,000 other public power cities and towns across the country Oct. 5-11 to celebrate the benefits of being a public power community. Wake Forest has been a public power community since 1909. As the town’s public utility, Wake Forest Power is owned and operated by the residents of Wake Forest.
The utility strives to provide superior service to nearly 7,000 local customers. For more information about Public Power Week events and activities visit wakeforestnc.gov/public-power-week.aspx or call the Town of Wake Forest at 919-435-9400.
Fourth Friday Flix at the Alston-Massenburg Center The Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., hosts free movie showings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month. The screenings feature a variety of film favorites for children and adults. Concessions available. Call the center at 919-554-6189 to hear the name of the movie.
Tip a Cop for Special Olympics On Saturday, Oct. 25, Wake Forest police officers will trade in their handcuffs to spend the day at Red Robin restaurant serving you! 100% of the tips you donate to the officers will benefit Special Olympics. Consider dining at Red Robin, 11420 Capital Blvd., on Oct. 25, and helping the police department reach their fundraising goal of
$6,000 for Special Olympics of NC. For more information, contact Off. Scott Graham at 919-761-3132 or [email protected].
Pictured above: Cpl. A. Bitting
Improving emergency communication The Town of Wake Forest has transitioned to the Nixle town-to-resident phone notification service. With this service, town leaders can send voice messages to residents and businesses within minutes with specific information about time-sensitive issues such as emergencies and local community matters. ADD YOUR NUMBER The Nixle phone number database contains numbers received from public data-bases, including phonebooks. However, no resident should assume that their information is in the system. Register online by visiting wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx. If you cannot register online, you can text 27587 to 888777 to receive text message notifications, or call 919-435-9400 to complete your registration over the phone. After you submit the initial registration form, you may start the registration process again and submit more numbers for the same address. For answers to FAQs, visit wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx.
2015 facility rental reservations accepted
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is now accept-ing 2015 facility rental reservations for selected town facilities. To view rates and floorplans, visit wakeforestnc.gov/facility-rentals.aspx. Reservations for the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave., and available spaces at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, are accepted at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. For information, call 919-435-9560. Reservations for the Alston-Massenburg
Center are accepted at the Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. For information, call 919-554-6189. Reservations for the Flaherty Park Community Center are accepted at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. For information, call 919-554-6726. The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is also accepting reservations. To learn more, visit wakeforestnc.gov/rental-informa-tion.aspx or contact Renaissance Centre Manager Pamela Stevens at 919-435-9566.
Purchase tickets online at wakeforestnc.gov/tickets-events.aspx or at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. (convenience fees and taxes may apply)
wake forest renaissance centre405 S. Brooks St. | Events Hotline 919-435-9428 | Box Office 919-435-9458
wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx
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First Friday Flix. First Fridays, 7 p.m. Monthly movie showings feature a vari-ety of film favorites. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
flix4kidz. Second Mondays; 10:30 a.m. Monthly movie showings geared for ages 3-10. All shows are rated G or PG. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Scrap Happens & Open Craft Night. Sept. 12, Oct. 17; 5-11 p.m. Gather with other crafters to work on current projects or participate in the ‘make and take’ project of the month. $10.
and puppetry geared for ages 2-7. New shows each month. $5.
Cinema at the Centre. Sept. 11, Oct. 2; 7 p.m. An evening of film and facilitated discussion. September: Silver Linings Play-book; October: Inside Llewyn Davis. Free.
Forest Moon Theater presents ‘The Little Red Hen.’ Sept. 10, Oct. 8; 11 a.m. Original and interactive children’s plays geared for ages 3-7. $5.
Writer’s Night in the Forest. Sept. 4, Oct. 16; 7 p.m. Guest authors will discuss their books with the audience. September: Bruce Ham, Laughter, Tears and Braids; October: Adam Pelzman, Troika. Free.
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Enjoy fall foliage tours at Joyner ParkLearn about native trees during two walking tours. The tours will be held Wednesday, Oct. 29, at E. Carroll Joyner Park at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Each tour will last one hour and involve walking along approximately one mile of paved greenway. Parents and children of all ages are welcome. No registration is required. Meet at the information kiosk next to the Joyner Park parking lot.
Bond referendum scheduled for November
Wake Forest voters will get the chance to head to the polls on Nov. 4 to weigh in on a $25.1 million bond for three separate capital projects. The bond referendum calls for three ballot questions that voters will consider separately: $6.3 million for street and sidewalk improvements; $14.2 million for parks and recreation facilities; and $4.6 million for greenway improvements. Though the bond itself would be $25.1 million, it would contribute to projects worth $55 million. Much of the difference between the amounts is made up by grants. Potential projects include new streets and sidewalks, the second phase of Joyner Park, expansion of the Northern Wake Senior Center and greenway improvements. Assuming voters choose to invest in all three bond issues and that the town embarked on all three
investments at once, the property tax im-pact could be up to 2 cents per $100 of as-sessed property value. However, the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners’ intention is to stagger the projects to minimize the tax impact. There are multiple projects included in each bond order. The timing of these projects and the respective debt issuance is expected to be spread out over seven years. The Town of Wake Forest encourages its citizens to vote and offers voter informa-tion, such as how to register and where to vote, at wakeforestnc.gov/election-information.aspx. For more details about the bond referendum and answers to frequently
aspx. For additional information, contact Finance Director Aileen Staples at astaples@wakeforestnc.
gov or 919-435-9461.
Sign up to receive email updates about upcoming programs and events at the Renaissance Centre: wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx.
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Fall Arts Classes Register now for fall arts classes at the Renaissance Centre. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx for complete details about the programs listed below. Classes begin in September. Call Cathy Gouge for more information at 919-435-9567.
11 and up Beginning Knitting. Ages 11 and up Zentangle for Kids. Ages 8-14 Explore Zentangle. Ages 8 and up Ladies Night Zentangle. Ages 18 and up Speed Stacking. Ages 5-8 Percussion Playground. Grades K-5 Improv FUNdamentals. Ages 12-15 Quilting 101. Ages 16 and up Burning Coal Theatre—Acting for
Ages 18 and up Forest Moon Theater—Introduction to
Improv. Ages 18 and up Pinsanity Arts & Craft Studio: n Wine Cork Pendant, Ages 16 and upn Nativity Felt Ornaments, Ages 13 and up n Tag Ornaments, Ages 16 and up n Clothespin Ornaments, Ages 10 and upn Santa’s Secret Workshop for Kids,
Ages 5-8
P r o g r a m s
HeliumSept. 19-20, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 21, 3 p.m.; Sept. 26-27, 7:30 p.m.Forest Moon Theater debuts a play never before performed in the area. Written by Julian Wiles, Helium is a comedy about a re-tired chemistry teacher in her eighties who is struggling with the onset of dementia. Helium is an uplifting, emotional and funny play that will remain in your thoughts long after it ends. Advance Tickets: Adults $15, Seniors $13, Students $11; Day Of: Adults $18, Seniors $16, Students $14.
Princess and the Pea TeaSaturday, Oct. 18; 3 p.m. A very dramatic tea party for the prin-cess in your life. Calling all princesses and their fairy guardians to the Wake Forest Renaissance Castle (a.k.a Centre) where the Queen of Wake Forest (a.k.a. Mayor Vivian Jones) is throwing a Princess and the Pea Tea…and theater production by Rags to Riches Theatre. Bring your royal princess
(aged 3-10) dressed in her favorite princess dress and enjoy a delightful afternoon of comedy and confections. Advance Tickets: $12 adult, $8 child (3-12 yrs.); Day Of: $15 adult, $10 child.
Night of Improv ‘Funny to be Scared!’Saturday, Oct. 25; 7 p.m. Forest Moon Theater brings Transactors Improv to Wake Forest! Just in time for Halloween, you’ll discover that it’s Funny to be Scared! This energetic, fun show will entertain adults, children and everyone in-between. Be prepared for hilarity. And be prepared to watch improv games made up on the spot. Advance Tickets: $10 adult, $8 child (8-12 yrs.); Day Of: $12 adult, $10 child.
Loose leaf collection begins in October The Town of Wake Forest’s loose leaf collection program begins Oct. 1 and continues through mid-March. Please place loose leaves behind the curb, not in the street or gutter, so they do not interfere with traffic or drainage. Do not mix sticks, rocks, pine cones, limbs or trash with loose leaves. The town’s vacuum equipment is only designed to pick up loose leaves, so your cooperation will help prevent mechani-cal breakdowns. Other yard waste, such as limbs and brush, should be placed behind the curb in a pile separate from leaves. Town crews will collect these materials on your normal collection day. For daily updates on leaf collection during the season, call the leaf collection hotline at 919-435-9582. For more information about yard waste collection, call 919-435-9570 or visit wakeforestnc.gov/yard-waste.aspx.
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CHARGING IT UP New electric charging stations give Wake Forest a boost
Maximize Your Wake Forest Experience Download the townʼs app and access important information about popular local events. Search for ʽTown of Wake Forestʼ on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play.
As greater numbers of electric cars take to our streets and highways the availability of electric charging stations is especially vital. Thanks to a generous grant, Wake Forest will install two charging stations in the public parking lot in front of
town hall, 301 S. Brooks St. The installation of the electric charging stations is underway and both stations are expected to be operational this fall. “The availability of electric charging stations in public places gives communities an economic and environmental one-two punch,” said Deputy
Town Manager Roe O’Donnell. “First, these stations provide drivers an incentive to come into town where they can easily charge up while shopping, sightseeing or dining. Second, because electric cars don’t pollute as much as gas-powered cars, they’re much better for our state’s overall air quality.” The grant was made possible by the NCDOT in conjunction with the NC State University Solar Center through the North Carolina Solar Center Clean Fuel Advanced Technology Project. To learn more about the initiative, visit cleantransportation.org.
Wake Forest Unplugged Disconnect from your electronic devices and join other Wake Foresters for an afternoon of free games and activities at Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 4-6 p.m. Stay awhile and enjoy Concert in the Park beginning at 5 p.m. Wake Forest Unplugged is produced by the Wake Forest Recreation Advisory Board.
Public Power Week The Town of Wake Forest will join over 2,000 other public power cities and towns across the country Oct. 5-11 to celebrate the benefits of being a public power community. Wake Forest has been a public power community since 1909. As the town’s public utility, Wake Forest Power is owned and operated by the residents of Wake Forest.
The utility strives to provide superior service to nearly 7,000 local customers. For more information about Public Power Week events and activities visit wakeforestnc.gov/public-power-week.aspx or call the Town of Wake Forest at 919-435-9400.
Fourth Friday Flix at the Alston-Massenburg Center The Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., hosts free movie showings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month. The screenings feature a variety of film favorites for children and adults. Concessions available. Call the center at 919-554-6189 to hear the name of the movie.
Tip a Cop for Special Olympics On Saturday, Oct. 25, Wake Forest police officers will trade in their handcuffs to spend the day at Red Robin restaurant serving you! 100% of the tips you donate to the officers will benefit Special Olympics. Consider dining at Red Robin, 11420 Capital Blvd., on Oct. 25, and helping the police department reach their fundraising goal of
$6,000 for Special Olympics of NC. For more information, contact Off. Scott Graham at 919-761-3132 or [email protected].
Pictured above: Cpl. A. Bitting
Improving emergency communication The Town of Wake Forest has transitioned to the Nixle town-to-resident phone notification service. With this service, town leaders can send voice messages to residents and businesses within minutes with specific information about time-sensitive issues such as emergencies and local community matters. ADD YOUR NUMBER The Nixle phone number database contains numbers received from public data-bases, including phonebooks. However, no resident should assume that their information is in the system. Register online by visiting wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx. If you cannot register online, you can text 27587 to 888777 to receive text message notifications, or call 919-435-9400 to complete your registration over the phone. After you submit the initial registration form, you may start the registration process again and submit more numbers for the same address. For answers to FAQs, visit wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx.
2015 facility rental reservations accepted
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is now accept-ing 2015 facility rental reservations for selected town facilities. To view rates and floorplans, visit wakeforestnc.gov/facility-rentals.aspx. Reservations for the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave., and available spaces at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, are accepted at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. For information, call 919-435-9560. Reservations for the Alston-Massenburg
Center are accepted at the Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. For information, call 919-554-6189. Reservations for the Flaherty Park Community Center are accepted at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. For information, call 919-554-6726. The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is also accepting reservations. To learn more, visit wakeforestnc.gov/rental-informa-tion.aspx or contact Renaissance Centre Manager Pamela Stevens at 919-435-9566.
Purchase tickets online at wakeforestnc.gov/tickets-events.aspx or at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. (convenience fees and taxes may apply)
wake forest renaissance centre405 S. Brooks St. | Events Hotline 919-435-9428 | Box Office 919-435-9458
wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx
w a k e f o r e s t
u P C o m i n g e v e n t s
First Friday Flix. First Fridays, 7 p.m. Monthly movie showings feature a vari-ety of film favorites. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
flix4kidz. Second Mondays; 10:30 a.m. Monthly movie showings geared for ages 3-10. All shows are rated G or PG. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Scrap Happens & Open Craft Night. Sept. 12, Oct. 17; 5-11 p.m. Gather with other crafters to work on current projects or participate in the ‘make and take’ project of the month. $10.
and puppetry geared for ages 2-7. New shows each month. $5.
Cinema at the Centre. Sept. 11, Oct. 2; 7 p.m. An evening of film and facilitated discussion. September: Silver Linings Play-book; October: Inside Llewyn Davis. Free.
Forest Moon Theater presents ‘The Little Red Hen.’ Sept. 10, Oct. 8; 11 a.m. Original and interactive children’s plays geared for ages 3-7. $5.
Writer’s Night in the Forest. Sept. 4, Oct. 16; 7 p.m. Guest authors will discuss their books with the audience. September: Bruce Ham, Laughter, Tears and Braids; October: Adam Pelzman, Troika. Free.
H a P P e n i n g m o n t H l y
2014
WAKE FOREST
B O N Dr e f e r e n d u m
Enjoy fall foliage tours at Joyner ParkLearn about native trees during two walking tours. The tours will be held Wednesday, Oct. 29, at E. Carroll Joyner Park at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Each tour will last one hour and involve walking along approximately one mile of paved greenway. Parents and children of all ages are welcome. No registration is required. Meet at the information kiosk next to the Joyner Park parking lot.
Bond referendum scheduled for November
Wake Forest voters will get the chance to head to the polls on Nov. 4 to weigh in on a $25.1 million bond for three separate capital projects. The bond referendum calls for three ballot questions that voters will consider separately: $6.3 million for street and sidewalk improvements; $14.2 million for parks and recreation facilities; and $4.6 million for greenway improvements. Though the bond itself would be $25.1 million, it would contribute to projects worth $55 million. Much of the difference between the amounts is made up by grants. Potential projects include new streets and sidewalks, the second phase of Joyner Park, expansion of the Northern Wake Senior Center and greenway improvements. Assuming voters choose to invest in all three bond issues and that the town embarked on all three
investments at once, the property tax im-pact could be up to 2 cents per $100 of as-sessed property value. However, the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners’ intention is to stagger the projects to minimize the tax impact. There are multiple projects included in each bond order. The timing of these projects and the respective debt issuance is expected to be spread out over seven years. The Town of Wake Forest encourages its citizens to vote and offers voter informa-tion, such as how to register and where to vote, at wakeforestnc.gov/election-information.aspx. For more details about the bond referendum and answers to frequently
aspx. For additional information, contact Finance Director Aileen Staples at astaples@wakeforestnc.
gov or 919-435-9461.
Sign up to receive email updates about upcoming programs and events at the Renaissance Centre: wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx.
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Fall Arts Classes Register now for fall arts classes at the Renaissance Centre. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx for complete details about the programs listed below. Classes begin in September. Call Cathy Gouge for more information at 919-435-9567.
11 and up Beginning Knitting. Ages 11 and up Zentangle for Kids. Ages 8-14 Explore Zentangle. Ages 8 and up Ladies Night Zentangle. Ages 18 and up Speed Stacking. Ages 5-8 Percussion Playground. Grades K-5 Improv FUNdamentals. Ages 12-15 Quilting 101. Ages 16 and up Burning Coal Theatre—Acting for
Ages 18 and up Forest Moon Theater—Introduction to
Improv. Ages 18 and up Pinsanity Arts & Craft Studio: n Wine Cork Pendant, Ages 16 and upn Nativity Felt Ornaments, Ages 13 and up n Tag Ornaments, Ages 16 and up n Clothespin Ornaments, Ages 10 and upn Santa’s Secret Workshop for Kids,
Ages 5-8
P r o g r a m s
HeliumSept. 19-20, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 21, 3 p.m.; Sept. 26-27, 7:30 p.m.Forest Moon Theater debuts a play never before performed in the area. Written by Julian Wiles, Helium is a comedy about a re-tired chemistry teacher in her eighties who is struggling with the onset of dementia. Helium is an uplifting, emotional and funny play that will remain in your thoughts long after it ends. Advance Tickets: Adults $15, Seniors $13, Students $11; Day Of: Adults $18, Seniors $16, Students $14.
Princess and the Pea TeaSaturday, Oct. 18; 3 p.m. A very dramatic tea party for the prin-cess in your life. Calling all princesses and their fairy guardians to the Wake Forest Renaissance Castle (a.k.a Centre) where the Queen of Wake Forest (a.k.a. Mayor Vivian Jones) is throwing a Princess and the Pea Tea…and theater production by Rags to Riches Theatre. Bring your royal princess
(aged 3-10) dressed in her favorite princess dress and enjoy a delightful afternoon of comedy and confections. Advance Tickets: $12 adult, $8 child (3-12 yrs.); Day Of: $15 adult, $10 child.
Night of Improv ‘Funny to be Scared!’Saturday, Oct. 25; 7 p.m. Forest Moon Theater brings Transactors Improv to Wake Forest! Just in time for Halloween, you’ll discover that it’s Funny to be Scared! This energetic, fun show will entertain adults, children and everyone in-between. Be prepared for hilarity. And be prepared to watch improv games made up on the spot. Advance Tickets: $10 adult, $8 child (8-12 yrs.); Day Of: $12 adult, $10 child.
Loose leaf collection begins in October The Town of Wake Forest’s loose leaf collection program begins Oct. 1 and continues through mid-March. Please place loose leaves behind the curb, not in the street or gutter, so they do not interfere with traffic or drainage. Do not mix sticks, rocks, pine cones, limbs or trash with loose leaves. The town’s vacuum equipment is only designed to pick up loose leaves, so your cooperation will help prevent mechani-cal breakdowns. Other yard waste, such as limbs and brush, should be placed behind the curb in a pile separate from leaves. Town crews will collect these materials on your normal collection day. For daily updates on leaf collection during the season, call the leaf collection hotline at 919-435-9582. For more information about yard waste collection, call 919-435-9570 or visit wakeforestnc.gov/yard-waste.aspx.
Join our Mailing List
At your s erv i c e
CHARGING IT UP New electric charging stations give Wake Forest a boost
Maximize Your Wake Forest Experience Download the townʼs app and access important information about popular local events. Search for ʽTown of Wake Forestʼ on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play.
As greater numbers of electric cars take to our streets and highways the availability of electric charging stations is especially vital. Thanks to a generous grant, Wake Forest will install two charging stations in the public parking lot in front of
town hall, 301 S. Brooks St. The installation of the electric charging stations is underway and both stations are expected to be operational this fall. “The availability of electric charging stations in public places gives communities an economic and environmental one-two punch,” said Deputy
Town Manager Roe O’Donnell. “First, these stations provide drivers an incentive to come into town where they can easily charge up while shopping, sightseeing or dining. Second, because electric cars don’t pollute as much as gas-powered cars, they’re much better for our state’s overall air quality.” The grant was made possible by the NCDOT in conjunction with the NC State University Solar Center through the North Carolina Solar Center Clean Fuel Advanced Technology Project. To learn more about the initiative, visit cleantransportation.org.
Wake Forest Unplugged Disconnect from your electronic devices and join other Wake Foresters for an afternoon of free games and activities at Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 4-6 p.m. Stay awhile and enjoy Concert in the Park beginning at 5 p.m. Wake Forest Unplugged is produced by the Wake Forest Recreation Advisory Board.
Public Power Week The Town of Wake Forest will join over 2,000 other public power cities and towns across the country Oct. 5-11 to celebrate the benefits of being a public power community. Wake Forest has been a public power community since 1909. As the town’s public utility, Wake Forest Power is owned and operated by the residents of Wake Forest.
The utility strives to provide superior service to nearly 7,000 local customers. For more information about Public Power Week events and activities visit wakeforestnc.gov/public-power-week.aspx or call the Town of Wake Forest at 919-435-9400.
Fourth Friday Flix at the Alston-Massenburg Center The Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., hosts free movie showings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month. The screenings feature a variety of film favorites for children and adults. Concessions available. Call the center at 919-554-6189 to hear the name of the movie.
Tip a Cop for Special Olympics On Saturday, Oct. 25, Wake Forest police officers will trade in their handcuffs to spend the day at Red Robin restaurant serving you! 100% of the tips you donate to the officers will benefit Special Olympics. Consider dining at Red Robin, 11420 Capital Blvd., on Oct. 25, and helping the police department reach their fundraising goal of
$6,000 for Special Olympics of NC. For more information, contact Off. Scott Graham at 919-761-3132 or [email protected].
Pictured above: Cpl. A. Bitting
Improving emergency communication The Town of Wake Forest has transitioned to the Nixle town-to-resident phone notification service. With this service, town leaders can send voice messages to residents and businesses within minutes with specific information about time-sensitive issues such as emergencies and local community matters. ADD YOUR NUMBER The Nixle phone number database contains numbers received from public data-bases, including phonebooks. However, no resident should assume that their information is in the system. Register online by visiting wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx. If you cannot register online, you can text 27587 to 888777 to receive text message notifications, or call 919-435-9400 to complete your registration over the phone. After you submit the initial registration form, you may start the registration process again and submit more numbers for the same address. For answers to FAQs, visit wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx.
2015 facility rental reservations accepted
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is now accept-ing 2015 facility rental reservations for selected town facilities. To view rates and floorplans, visit wakeforestnc.gov/facility-rentals.aspx. Reservations for the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave., and available spaces at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, are accepted at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. For information, call 919-435-9560. Reservations for the Alston-Massenburg
Center are accepted at the Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. For information, call 919-554-6189. Reservations for the Flaherty Park Community Center are accepted at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. For information, call 919-554-6726. The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is also accepting reservations. To learn more, visit wakeforestnc.gov/rental-informa-tion.aspx or contact Renaissance Centre Manager Pamela Stevens at 919-435-9566.
Purchase tickets online at wakeforestnc.gov/tickets-events.aspx or at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. (convenience fees and taxes may apply)
wake forest renaissance centre405 S. Brooks St. | Events Hotline 919-435-9428 | Box Office 919-435-9458
wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx
w a k e f o r e s t
u P C o m i n g e v e n t s
First Friday Flix. First Fridays, 7 p.m. Monthly movie showings feature a vari-ety of film favorites. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
flix4kidz. Second Mondays; 10:30 a.m. Monthly movie showings geared for ages 3-10. All shows are rated G or PG. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Scrap Happens & Open Craft Night. Sept. 12, Oct. 17; 5-11 p.m. Gather with other crafters to work on current projects or participate in the ‘make and take’ project of the month. $10.
and puppetry geared for ages 2-7. New shows each month. $5.
Cinema at the Centre. Sept. 11, Oct. 2; 7 p.m. An evening of film and facilitated discussion. September: Silver Linings Play-book; October: Inside Llewyn Davis. Free.
Forest Moon Theater presents ‘The Little Red Hen.’ Sept. 10, Oct. 8; 11 a.m. Original and interactive children’s plays geared for ages 3-7. $5.
Writer’s Night in the Forest. Sept. 4, Oct. 16; 7 p.m. Guest authors will discuss their books with the audience. September: Bruce Ham, Laughter, Tears and Braids; October: Adam Pelzman, Troika. Free.
H a P P e n i n g m o n t H l y
2014
WAKE FOREST
B O N Dr e f e r e n d u m
Enjoy fall foliage tours at Joyner ParkLearn about native trees during two walking tours. The tours will be held Wednesday, Oct. 29, at E. Carroll Joyner Park at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Each tour will last one hour and involve walking along approximately one mile of paved greenway. Parents and children of all ages are welcome. No registration is required. Meet at the information kiosk next to the Joyner Park parking lot.
Bond referendum scheduled for November
Wake Forest voters will get the chance to head to the polls on Nov. 4 to weigh in on a $25.1 million bond for three separate capital projects. The bond referendum calls for three ballot questions that voters will consider separately: $6.3 million for street and sidewalk improvements; $14.2 million for parks and recreation facilities; and $4.6 million for greenway improvements. Though the bond itself would be $25.1 million, it would contribute to projects worth $55 million. Much of the difference between the amounts is made up by grants. Potential projects include new streets and sidewalks, the second phase of Joyner Park, expansion of the Northern Wake Senior Center and greenway improvements. Assuming voters choose to invest in all three bond issues and that the town embarked on all three
investments at once, the property tax im-pact could be up to 2 cents per $100 of as-sessed property value. However, the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners’ intention is to stagger the projects to minimize the tax impact. There are multiple projects included in each bond order. The timing of these projects and the respective debt issuance is expected to be spread out over seven years. The Town of Wake Forest encourages its citizens to vote and offers voter informa-tion, such as how to register and where to vote, at wakeforestnc.gov/election-information.aspx. For more details about the bond referendum and answers to frequently
aspx. For additional information, contact Finance Director Aileen Staples at astaples@wakeforestnc.
gov or 919-435-9461.
Sign up to receive email updates about upcoming programs and events at the Renaissance Centre: wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx.
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Fall Arts Classes Register now for fall arts classes at the Renaissance Centre. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx for complete details about the programs listed below. Classes begin in September. Call Cathy Gouge for more information at 919-435-9567.
11 and up Beginning Knitting. Ages 11 and up Zentangle for Kids. Ages 8-14 Explore Zentangle. Ages 8 and up Ladies Night Zentangle. Ages 18 and up Speed Stacking. Ages 5-8 Percussion Playground. Grades K-5 Improv FUNdamentals. Ages 12-15 Quilting 101. Ages 16 and up Burning Coal Theatre—Acting for
Ages 18 and up Forest Moon Theater—Introduction to
Improv. Ages 18 and up Pinsanity Arts & Craft Studio: n Wine Cork Pendant, Ages 16 and upn Nativity Felt Ornaments, Ages 13 and up n Tag Ornaments, Ages 16 and up n Clothespin Ornaments, Ages 10 and upn Santa’s Secret Workshop for Kids,
Ages 5-8
P r o g r a m s
HeliumSept. 19-20, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 21, 3 p.m.; Sept. 26-27, 7:30 p.m.Forest Moon Theater debuts a play never before performed in the area. Written by Julian Wiles, Helium is a comedy about a re-tired chemistry teacher in her eighties who is struggling with the onset of dementia. Helium is an uplifting, emotional and funny play that will remain in your thoughts long after it ends. Advance Tickets: Adults $15, Seniors $13, Students $11; Day Of: Adults $18, Seniors $16, Students $14.
Princess and the Pea TeaSaturday, Oct. 18; 3 p.m. A very dramatic tea party for the prin-cess in your life. Calling all princesses and their fairy guardians to the Wake Forest Renaissance Castle (a.k.a Centre) where the Queen of Wake Forest (a.k.a. Mayor Vivian Jones) is throwing a Princess and the Pea Tea…and theater production by Rags to Riches Theatre. Bring your royal princess
(aged 3-10) dressed in her favorite princess dress and enjoy a delightful afternoon of comedy and confections. Advance Tickets: $12 adult, $8 child (3-12 yrs.); Day Of: $15 adult, $10 child.
Night of Improv ‘Funny to be Scared!’Saturday, Oct. 25; 7 p.m. Forest Moon Theater brings Transactors Improv to Wake Forest! Just in time for Halloween, you’ll discover that it’s Funny to be Scared! This energetic, fun show will entertain adults, children and everyone in-between. Be prepared for hilarity. And be prepared to watch improv games made up on the spot. Advance Tickets: $10 adult, $8 child (8-12 yrs.); Day Of: $12 adult, $10 child.
Loose leaf collection begins in October The Town of Wake Forest’s loose leaf collection program begins Oct. 1 and continues through mid-March. Please place loose leaves behind the curb, not in the street or gutter, so they do not interfere with traffic or drainage. Do not mix sticks, rocks, pine cones, limbs or trash with loose leaves. The town’s vacuum equipment is only designed to pick up loose leaves, so your cooperation will help prevent mechani-cal breakdowns. Other yard waste, such as limbs and brush, should be placed behind the curb in a pile separate from leaves. Town crews will collect these materials on your normal collection day. For daily updates on leaf collection during the season, call the leaf collection hotline at 919-435-9582. For more information about yard waste collection, call 919-435-9570 or visit wakeforestnc.gov/yard-waste.aspx.
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Youth Basketball Registration » Registration for youth basketball (ages 5-17, boys and girls) will be held Sept. 1-30 at the Wake Forest Town Hall. Returning players can register online. Games are played December through February. The fee is $40 for residents and $80 for non-residents. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/parks-recreation-cultural-resources.aspx or call 919-435-9560.
Labor Day Schedule » Wake Forest Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be collected one day later than usual during the week of Sept. 1. Visit wakefor-estnc.gov/holidayschedule.aspx for a complete listing of town holidays.
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Free Concert in the Park » Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos, a cajun flavored blues band, will perform a free concert at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m. Come early and enjoy Wake Forest Unplugged activities in the park. The concert is presented by PineCone: The Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department, Wake Forest Arts and United Arts of Raleigh & Wake County.
If you are planning an addition or renovation to your home, you may be eligible for same-day permit issuance.
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PERMIT ISSUANCE MADE EASIER
The Wake Forest Inspections Department is pleased to offer an express permit application review
program. The Express Residential Plan Review (ERPR) is geared for specific residential additions and renovations. It may also be used for accessory structures, such as decks, covered porches, sunrooms, sheds and garages. The new process brings together the town’s plans examiner and the appli-cant to review the project and discuss, revise and make changes to drawings in person. This review process helps ensure zoning and building codes are met.
To participate in this program the contractor must be present during the review, which depending on the scope of the project could take an hour or more. Although the goal of ERPR is same-day permit issuance, the determin-ing factor will be the severity of any non-compliant submittals. Projects are considered for ERPR by appointment only on Thursday morn-ings between 8 a.m. and noon. For more information or to schedule an ERPR appointment, contact Code Enforcement Official II Kevin Wester at 919-435-9525 or [email protected].
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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
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n Watch meetings live or on-demand in streaming video: 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.
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Glad You Asked TOWN OF WAKE FOREST Q& A
Q: How can I find out what new businesses are coming to town? A: The Wake Forest Communica-tions Department publishes a monthly list called New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. The list includes all businesses that have recently filed for a privilege license. (A privilege license is required of anyone who maintains a business
location within the Town of Wake Forest limits.) You can have New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest delivered directly to your inbox by signing up for E-Notifier. To enroll, visit wake-forestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx and click on ‘Sign up for E-Notifier.’ The service is free and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can also view the complete list at wakeforestnc.gov/business-newbusinesses.aspx.
Save the Date: Dec. 6 Historic Home Tour On even-numbered years, the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission and the Wake Forest Woman’s Club present the Christmas Historic Home Tour. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6, from 1-7 p.m. and will feature approximately 10 historic homes. Advance tickets are $16 and $22 on the day of the tour (includes tax). Receive home tour updates. If you would like to receive email updates about the tour, includ-ing when tickets go on sale, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx. After you’ve entered your email address, select ‘Historic Home Tour’ from the list of available topics. Tour information is also available on the Town of Wake Forest app which can be downloaded free on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. For more informa-tion about the tour, visit wakeforestnc.gov/christmashometour.aspx or contact Michelle Michael at 919-435-9516.
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Parade application deadline is Oct. 15 Applications to participate in the 2014 Wake Forest Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, are now being accepted. For an application, visit wake-forestowntown.com or contact Downtown Development Director Lisa Hayes at [email protected] or 919-435-9415. Entries postmarked by Oct.15 will be considered for inclusion based on the number of entries needed for each category.
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will sponsor its an-nual Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. Admission to the event is free. The Halloween Spooktacular is a family-oriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. Festivities include costume contests, face painting, a haunted maze and moon bounce, along with a variety of other ghostly games and activities, and free pump-kin giveaways—while supplies last. For more information, call 919-435-9560.
Halloween is always on Oct. 31 In Wake Forest trick-or-treating always occurs on Oct. 31 regardless of the day of the week Halloween falls on (this year it’s on a Friday).The Wake Forest Police Department encourages trick-or-treating
between 6-8 p.m. and reminds parents to make sure their little ghosts and goblins observe all safety precautions. For a list of Halloween safety tips, visit wakeforestnc.gov/halloween-safety.aspx.
TRICKS & TREATSHalloween Spooktacular—A family-friendly festival
Lock it or lose it The Wake Forest Police Department offers the following tips for protecting yourself against vehicle break-ins:
n Lock your car doors. The majority of break-ins happen to unlocked cars. Make it a habit to always roll up your windows and lock your doors. This is your best line of defense.
n Remove all valuables from your car or lock them in your trunk. If your valuables are in plain sight, thieves will see the items, open the car (or break the win-dow) and take them. Broken windows typically happen when a valuable item, such as a laptop or GPS device, is left in plain sight.
n Avoid parking near strangers sitting in cars or people that are loitering.
n If you have a garage, use it. Lock the vehicle and the garage.
Report break-ins. It’s important to report the theft if you’re a victim of a vehicle break-in. WFPD cannot gather evidence for leads unless officers know that a crime occurred and unless your vehicle is processed for evidence. Keep a record of serial numbers to your valuables. In the event that an item is stolen, the serial number can be entered into the police database. Without the serial number, the chance of recover-ing the item is slim. To report a break-in or for more information, call the Wake Forest Police Department at 919-554-6150.
Town introduces Express Residential Plan Review
9th Annual Good Neighbor Day The Wake Forest Human Relations Council will sponsor Good Neighbor Day on Sunday, Sept. 21. This free, family-friendly event will be held from 1-4 p.m. at Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Ave. Offering food, fun, and
family entertainment, Good Neighbor Day celebrates diversity and promotes goodwill among all of Wake Forest’s citizens. The “Good Neighbor of the Year” Award will be presented at the event. The award is Wake Forest’s way of recognizing the residents who improve the quality of life in our community. The rain date for Good Neighbor Day is Sunday, Sept. 28. For more information, contact Human Resources Director Virginia Jones at 919-435-9491 or [email protected].
Apply now to serve on town’s advisory boards Make a difference in our com-munity by applying for one of the upcoming vacancies on the town’s advisory boards including the new Cultural Resources Advisory Board. Seats are available on each of these boards: Cemetery, Public Art, Cultural Resources, Design Review, Greenways, Historic Preservation, Human Relations, Planning, Senior Center, Urban Forestry and the Board of Adjustment. Only people that reside in the town’s corporate limits (extrater-ritorial jurisdiction) are eligible for the Planning Board and Board of
Adjustment openings. Plans are underway for a new Technical Advisory Board. Look for more information regarding this new board in the near future. Applications are available at wakeforestnc.gov/advisory-boards.aspx and at the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Completed applications must be submitted by Wednesday, Oct. 15. For more information about the advisory boards and for questions regarding eligibility, contact Town Clerk Deeda Harris at 919-435-9410 or [email protected].
PRCR introduces new, more convenient way to register for programs Registration is underway for the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department’s fall programming. The PRCR is making it easier than ever to register for programs and classes by implementing onsite registration at all the department’s staffed facilities. Now anyone interested in signing up for any PRCR program or class may register during normal business hours at town hall, 301 S. Brooks St.; Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St.; and Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. Town hall is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Flaherty Park Community Center is open Monday-Friday from
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 1-5 pm. The Alston Massenburg Center is open Monday-Friday from 2-8 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Online registration will remain available 24-hours-a-day. For information, contact PRCR Programs Superintendent Monica Lileton at 919-435-9563 or [email protected].
View RecConnect, the fall program guide, online at wakeforestnc.gov/recconnect.aspx or pick up a printed copy at town hall.
