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Loose trash in trucks creates litter along Wake Forest roadways.
Help keep Wake Forest roadways clean by securing any trash in your truck bed. When you throw trash in the back of your truck, it inevitably blows out and becomes litter on the roadside. In fact, half of all litter is blown, not thrown! Roadside litter costs millions of dollars to remove, decreases property values and has a negative impact on tourism.
The NC Department of Public Safety reports that an even bigger problem is unsecured loads in the back of trucks. At high speeds, even large items can fly out and hurt or startle other drivers causing accidents. Put trash into built-in containers. Use tarps, cargo nets and tie-downs to secure any loads. #KeepWFclean
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The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will host Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park on Saturday, July 24, and Saturday, Aug. 7. Free and open to the public, the series will feature the films “Aladdin” on July 24 and “Black Panther” on August 7. Both will be projected on a 26-foot inflatable movie screen in the Joyner Park Amphitheater, 701 Harris Road.
Showtime is 8:30 p.m. Anyone planning to attend is urged to arrive early as viewing space may be limited. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic basket, cooler, blanket and/or chairs, but alcohol, smoking and unleashed pets are prohibited. No food vendors will be on site selling snacks and refreshments.
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The Town of Wake Forest is in the process of updating the Community Plan and Future Land Use Map, and we need your input - again. As a follow-up to the Visioning Workshops in April, Wake Forest residents, business owners and community stakeholders are invited to share their recommendations for residential, commercial and industrial development by completing an online visioning survey. The survey takes less than five minutes to complete.
Citizen feedback is the key ingredient officials will use to create the foundation for the Community Plan Update and Future Land Use Map. Whether you attended one of the visioning workshops or not, don’t miss this chance to share your thoughts and opinions on the future of Wake Forest.
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The Wake Forest Fire Department (WFFD) will commence its year-long Centennial Celebration with a special flag-raising ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 4, at 11 a.m. The commemoration will take place in Town Hall’s Centennial Plaza, 301 S. Brooks St.
The highlight of the ceremony promises to be the unveiling and installation of the fire department’s new centennial flag by members of the WFFD Honor Guard. The occasion will also include brief remarks by Mayor Vivian Jones and Fire Chief Ron Early.
Following the ceremony, the public is invited to an Open House and Hot Dog Luncheon at Fire Station #1, 420 Elm Ave., from noon-2 p.m. During the festivities, WFFD personnel will serve free hot dogs, chips, and beverages (while they last) and host free tours of the fire station.
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The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) has resumed live scan fingerprinting service for Wake Forest residents only on Thursdays from 10 a.m.-noon at the Police Department Main Station, 225 E. Taylor St. The cost is $10, and only cash is accepted.
No appointment is required, but the service is limited to the first 12 people to arrive. Proof of residency and a valid picture ID are required. Also, to help ensure the health and safety of residents and staff, anyone getting fingerprinted must wear a face mask or covering while inside the police department. For more information, email Theresa Jusino.
The WFPD has also resumed free child safety seat installations by appointment only at the Police Department Main Station. For information about child safety seat installations or to make an appointment, call 919-554-6150.
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You're invited - Northeast Community Coalition Community Garden Open House
You and your family are invited to the Northeast Community Coalition Community Garden Open House this Saturday, July 24, from 9 a.m.-noon. The event will take place at 504 N. Taylor St. and include story time, demonstrations, scavenger hunt, crafts, music and refreshments.
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The Wake Forest Human Relations Council (HRC) is soliciting youth and adult nominations for the annual Good Neighbor of the Year Award. The award recognizes Wake Forest residents who work to improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods without seeking recognition for their efforts.
Nominees are sought in two divisions: adult (ages 19 and older) and youth (ages 10-18). To qualify, a nominee must be a Wake Forest resident who has made a significant contribution to the community between Sept. 1, 2020, and Aug. 31, 2021. Employees of the Town of Wake Forest are not eligible.
Completed nomination forms must be submitted by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31. Nominations must include the names of both the nominator and the nominee, along with a narrative of 400 words or less describing why the nominee is deserving of the Good Neighbor of the Year Award.
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Popular performers, including Legacy Motown Revue, Band of Oz, and Celtic Angels, will return to the Renaissance Centre stage later this year. Don't miss your chance to see these favorites and more live and in person as many of these shows are expected to sell out fast.
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The Citizens Planning Academy (CPA) is designed to educate residents of Wake Forest and its extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) about the Town’s planning processes and practices. CPA topics will emphasize public hearings procedures, legislative and quasi-judicial decisions, the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), transportation planning, historic preservation, architectural review and more.
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The Town of Wake Forest is inviting local companies interested in learning more about “doing business” with the Town and its community partners to a How to Do Business Networking, Reception & Table Expo on Tuesday, Aug. 24. Designed to connect attendees with purchasing directors and project managers from several state and local agencies and organizations, the event is scheduled from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St.
Over 15 community partners have been invited to attend and share information about the types of contracts they award, their bidding and award processes, and details about upcoming projects. Among the community partners invited to participate are the NC Department of Transportation, NC Department of Administration’s Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake County, Wake Tech, the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce, Town of Youngsville and Town of Rolesville.
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The Town of Wake Forest offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals, families, businesses, churches and civic groups interested in contributing their time and talents towards serving the community. Local students interested in earning community service hours are also encouraged to explore the Town’s array of volunteer options.
Service opportunities range from participation in environmental efforts, including #KeepWFclean roadside cleanups, Adopt-A-Stream, Adopt-A-Trail and Tree Stewards, to Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources initiatives, such as Dream League Baseball Buddies and youth league coaches.
Volunteers are also needed to perform a variety of roles during popular Town events, including Friday Night on White, the annual paper shredding event, and Good Neighbor Day – just to name a few, while the Northern Community Food Security Team also coordinates several community service initiatives, including harvesting and gleaning, community gardens and more.
Finally, volunteers are needed to “roll out the red carpet” for guests attending shows and performances at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre. “Supporting Cast” members may be needed to pass out programs, collect tickets, escort guests to their seats or even assist performers before they go on stage.
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UPDATE - Show Some Love, #KeepWFclean
In late January, we launched our Show Some Love, #KeepWFclean anti-litter campaign. Since then, volunteers have checked out 56 litter kits; logged 91 hours; collected over 4,400 lbs. of trash and 1,200 lbs. of recyclables; and cleaned 25 miles of streets, eight sections of roadway and 12 sections of waterway.
We developed the infographic above to highlight our progress and express our thanks to our awesome community volunteers!
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Online registration for Men’s Fall and Open Co-Recreational softball is underway and continues through July 31. Registration information is also available at the Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road.
The Men’s Fall Recreational Softball League is limited to Class E teams and lower. League play is scheduled to begin in mid-August and continue through mid-October with games played on Monday and Wednesday evenings. The entry fee is $550 per team.
The Open Co-Recreational Softball League is also scheduled from mid-August to mid-October, with games played on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. The entry fee is $550 per team.
Anyone interested in participating who does not have a team can sign up as a free agent, then assigned to a team in need of players. Register as a free agent by completing the online registration form. For more information, email Recreation Specialist KP Kilpatrick.
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The following monthly meeting schedule is now in effect:
Board of Commissioners Work Session
First Tuesday/month - 6 p.m.
Joint Public Hearings
First Tuesday/month - 7:30 p.m.
Planning Board Meeting
Second Tuesday/month - 6 p.m.
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Third Tuesday/month - 6 p.m.
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The July/August 2021 edition of Our Town is now available. Click on the cover image on the right to view the latest issue in digital format.
Our Town is Wake Forest's free bi-monthly newsletter. Published every other month, Our Town is mailed to every home in the 27587 zip code and residents of Wakefield. If you live in one of these areas, you should have already received the latest edition in your mailbox. The cover of the current issue is shown.
PLEASE NOTE: The November/December 2021 edition of Our Town will mark the end of a 12-year run for the official Town newsletter. Beginning in 2022, Our Town will no longer be produced or published in any format. Residents can stay informed about Wake Forest programs, services and events in a variety of ways, including email and Facebook. To view a complete listing of all the ways you can stay informed about what's happening in and around Wake Forest, visit us online.
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The Town of Wake Forest has launched a comprehensive public education campaign on proper recycling behaviors. Over the next year, #RecycleRightWF will introduce and emphasize a series of easy-to-understand messages aimed at simplifying the recycling process and improving the quality of materials residents place in their rollout recycling carts.
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The Town of Wake Forest is encouraging residents to stay informed about trash, recycling and yard waste collection by signing up for the “Waste Wizard.” The Waste Wizard is a free interactive tool that allows users to sign up for personalized trash and recycling collection reminders, download collection schedules and access online service request forms for bulk waste pickup, brush pickup and missed collections.
But that’s not all. The Waste Wizard also allows users to type in key words related to disposable household materials and receive valuable disposal tips. From aluminum cans and phone books to popcorn bags and plastic beverage bottles, the search tool helps residents determine which items can be recycled and which ones should be thrown away.
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What makes Wake Forest such a wonderful place to live, work and play? Check out our new video for just a few of the reasons so many people love calling Wake Forest "home."
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Provided below are announcements about projects that will impact Wake Forest motorists over the next several weeks. Please use the information to help plan your route and move safely through the affected areas.
Ongoing
Fred Smith Company, a contractor working at the future Regency at Heritage, is periodically reducing to one lane with alternating two-way traffic the portion of Forestville Road from Foxwild Lane to Song Sparrow Drive daily from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The periodic lane closures are necessary to allow crews to perform roadway widening and frontage improvements.
Signage and cones are in place managing traffic flow and safely directing motorists through the work area. Delays are expected, so motorists may wish to avoid the area and take an alternate route.
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Kids Say the Cutest Things is back, and this time they're talking about the harmful effects of litter. Please join these kids and the Town of Wake Forest in the fight against litter by properly disposing of your trash and encouraging others to do the same!
In the words of one of these kids, "Be a good citizen," and #KeepWFClean.
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The Northern Wake Senior Center, 235 E. Holding Ave., offers adults age 55 and older a full schedule of recreational activities. Programming at the center is provided by Resources for Seniors, Inc. The organization serves senior and disabled adults in Wake County by providing home and community-based services and information, thereby allowing them to maximize their choices for independence, comfort, safety, security and well-being.
Check out Jennie's Weekly Jots, the senior center's weekly newsletter, for information on current programming and initiatives.
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