A Monthly Publication of the Town of Fuquay-Varina
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Bob Barker Presentation on
Cultural Arts Center
Mon., Mar. 2
5:30 pm
Town Board Meeting
Mon., Mar. 2
Board of Adjustment
Mon., Mar. 9
PR&CR Advisory Board
F-V Community Center
Mon., Mar. 9
IT Assessment Workshop
Tues., Mar. 10
5:30 pm
Planning Board
Mon., Mar. 16
Law & Finance Meeting
Land Development Ordinance
Tues., Mar. 17
5:30 pm
Town Board Meeting
Tues., Mar. 17
Law & Finance Meeting
Non-Profit Organization
Budget Requests
Thurs., Mar. 23
5:30 pm
Easter Egg Hunt
South Park
Sat., Mar. 28
10 am
Candy Hop
Downtown Fuquay-Varina
Sat., Mar. 28
11 am—2 pm
Easter
Town Offices Closed
Preferred Growth Areas
Preferred Growth Areas (PGA) have been additional PGAs this past month. Specifiin the news lately. Preferred Growth Are- cally, three are located along U.S. 401
as are a tool to achieve desired developboth north and south of the heart of town;
ment goals, improve quality of life and
two are on N.C. 55; two are on Hilltop
become more ecoRoad/Hilltopnomically and enviNeedmore Road; and
ronmentally sustainathe final one is west of
ble. Having defined
town on N.C. 42.
development patterns
can help increase
Establishing Preferred
housing choicGrowth Areas direct
es, preserve open
staff on where to make
space, create new job
investments in water,
centers and control the
sewer and other infracost of providing inView the Preferred Growth Area map at structure. It also allows
frastructure, governthe Town to plan, direct
www.fuquay-varina.org/planning
ment facilities
and anticipate growth
and services by concentrating developwhile signaling to developers that
ment into planned service areas.
we support residential and retail investment
in and surrounding Fuquay-Varina.
In 2007, the Town of Fuquay-Varina created six PGAs situated along major roads To view the PGA map, visit www.fuquayand the Town Board voted to approve two varina.org/planning.
Fri., April 3
Town Board Meeting
Mon., April 6
Town Easter Egg Hunt
Board of Adjustment
Mon., April 13
Saturday, March 28
PR&CR Advisory Board
F-V Community Center
Mon., April 13
En Plein Air Paint-off
& Auction
April 17 & 18
Teen Day Fuquay
South Park
Sat., April 18
11 am—4 pm
Planning Board
Mon., April 20
Town Board Meeting
Tues., April 21
FM2FV Concert
Centennial Square
Volume 6, Issue 3
March 2015
Thurs., April 23
6:30-9:30 pm
Meetings start at 7 pm at Town Hall located
at 401 Old Honeycutt Road.
Other event times and places indicated.
South Park, 10:00 a.m.
FUQUAY-VARINA’S ELECTED OFFICIALS
Mayor
John W. Byrne
[email protected]
919-552-6415
Mayor Pro Tempore
Charlie Adcock
[email protected]
919-552-8781
Commissioners
Candy & Toy Filled Eggs
Easter Bunny, Special Prizes
Bring a basket!
Free!!
William H. Harris
[email protected]
919-981-2580
Ed Ridpath
[email protected]
919-274-0744
Blake Massengill
[email protected]
919-346-1818
Jason Wunsch
[email protected]
919-624-1224
Town News Briefs
FM2FV Concerts Start in April
Follow Me to
Fuquay-Varina to
hear great live music! That’s the
NerdWallet, a consumer advocacy
mantra this spring
website, recently conducted a study
as the Follow Me to
to find the best places in North CaroFuquay-Varina
lina for young families – and Fuquay(FM2FV) concerts
Varina ranked 17th.
kick off in April with a great band line-up
playing at Centennial Square.
To find the best communities for future parents and young families
Last fall, the concerts were a huge success
alike, NerdWallet evaluated 147 citwith more than 750 people attending each
ies, towns and census-designated
one. “I think we’re on to something with
places and examined home affordathe concert series, so we’re bringing it back
bility, prosperity and growth, quality
of education and family friendliness. this spring,” said Town Manager Adam
Mitchell. “Feedback from those attending
Fuquay-Varina’s strong performance reveals that they liked the blend of music
and the vibe at the event.” The FM2FV
was supported by its high scores in
growth and family-friendliness. The
atmosphere is a little bit of block party, a
town experienced an impressive
lot of entertainment and mostly fun!
63% increase in family income from
1999 to 2013 and is one of the most Details on food and beverage vendors are
still taking shape, but expect several food
affordable top-ranked places, with a
and beverage options at the concert series.
median home value of $191,500.
Coolers will not be allowed but do rememOther Triangle towns to be included
ber to bring a chair or blanket to this outon the list are Holly Springs, Apex,
Morrisville, Wake Forest, Clayton,
and Cary.
Fuquay-Varina Ranks in Best
Cities for Families in NC
Clean Up with
the Big Sweep!
Are you interested
in making your
community a
healthier, more
beautiful place to
live? Here’s your chance! Our next
Big Sweep will be on Saturday,
March 21 from 9 am - 12:30 pm.
Volunteers will gather at one of three
locations to help clean-up areas that
could use a bit of sprucing up. This
is a great opportunity for anyone
looking to make a difference in our
community, especially scouts needing service hours! Contact Matt Polling at [email protected]
or 919-753-1035 to participate.
Garbage Service:
Good Friday, April 3
Expect regular garbage collection service!
Place carts curbside as usual.
door venue! For everyone’s safety, animals
(the furry kind) are not allowed in the event
area.
The free concerts will be held at Centennial
Square located at 102 N. Main Street from
6:30-9:30 pm. Centennial Square is where
the Growers Market is held.
The spring line-up will keep you dancing
the entire concert! These bands are fun,
entertaining and play the music we love!
Bring a friend or the whole family!
FM2FV spring concert schedule:
Thursday, April 23 – Hip Pocket
Thursday, May 21 – Liquid Pleasure
Thursday, June 18 – Smile
Teen Day is Fun Day
Saturday, April 18
Join the Fuquay-Varina Police and community volunteers as they demonstrate the dangers of texting and alcohol while driving at the 5th Annual Teen Day Fuquay on Saturday, April 18th from 11 am - 4 pm at South Park located at 820 South Main Street.
This event, designed for youth from area middle
and high schools, offers a DWI simulator, an
obstacle course, drunk goggles and pedal cart
course, and lots of other hands-on driving and
learning experiences.
If you have children nearing driving age, this is a
"don't miss" event. The simulation of an accident
scene is riveting! In addition to a great learning
experience, students will be treated to a free
lunch, fun activities and prizes.
The first 250 students to complete the Drive Wise Course, a group of activities to teach
teens that drinking and driving don't mix, will receive a free t-shirt.
This free program is hosted by the Town of Fuquay-Varina and the Fuquay-Varina Police Department. Parents are welcome to attend! www.teendayfuquay.com
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