Monthly Archives: March 2012

Fracking, Round 2

Fracking, Round 2

There are two questions I get most often from people when they learn that I’m a member of Cary Town Council.

  1. How much time does it take? (I haven’t figured that out, yet.)
  2. How different is working on council than in the private sector? Now that’s a harder question. 

Normally, my answer is that I’m surprised how much longer things take in the Public Sector.  Not because there aren’t good people – in fact, quite the opposite.  But, if you can imagine doing your whole job, where just about every decision you make is out in the open, that just takes more time.  Also, because you and I and all citizens have the right to ask questions, provide feedback and input, and need to be informed – that can lengthen the process.

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Going back to school

Going back to school

The Town of Cary has a litany of ways that you can get involved – from volunteering at events, to boards and commissions. Every day there are opportunities to connect and learn more about Cary.

But one of my favorite services, by far, is the Town of Cary School of Government.

What is it?

The School of Government is an 8 week set of sessions that provides citizens with information about how municipal government works.  You get a real sense of what it takes to run the Town, from how re-zonings and developments work, to how to get involved.

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Davis & High House projects starting

Davis & High House projects starting

Cary, NC – The construction trucks are starting to roll at Davis Drive and High House, so get ready for some changes to occur.

Two projects are slated to begin this month at that intersection – at 2 of the 4 quadrants. Searstone is a project that has several components already started – the roads, lights, and trees have been down for quite some time.  You might also remember that Bradford was the controversial development that launched many citizens into action when it was proposed and finally approved in 2007.

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