My Weekly Update: https://www.facebook.com/steve.s.rao/videos/285643546401437/?t=22

Today is National Voter Registration Day! We would love for you to join us in expanding the voting base across the country. You can make a difference by amplifying the voices of your community through the ballot box. 

Join Chair Jaime Harrison and youth activists across the nation for the DNC National Voting Registration Day Kickoff Event on Tuesday, September 28th from 7pm to 8 pm. 

Sign up at https://events.democrats.org/event/416469/. Below, you will also find tools and resources that can ensure that those close to you can exercise their right at the polls in the upcoming elections. 

Let's make sure that we're registered so we can vote in the November Municipal Elections and 2022!

REGISTER TO VOTE! MAKE YOUR VOICE COUNT!  Oct. 8 is the last day to register in North Carolina.  

You can Register at NC DMV at https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/offices-services/online/Pages/voter-registration-application.aspx

 

Register to Vote and Check Your Voter Registration 

North Carolina Association of Indian Americans and NCINPAC request your Presence at a Special Reception Honoring Council Member Steve Rao, A Get it Done Leader for Morrisville.  

Special Guests:  United States Congresswoman Deb Ross, NC Senator Wiley Nickel, Wake County Commissioner Sig Hutchison, Wake County School Board Member Chris Heagarty, Morrisville Council Member Satish Garimella, and Morrisville Business and Community Leaders.  

Oct. 3  6 pm- 8 pm   

Carpenter Wine Cellar  3735 Davis Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560

Contribution Levels:  $2500, $1000, $500, $250, and $100

Make Checks Payable to "Citizens For Rao" or donate at www.steverao.com.

 

RSVP to: nckolavennu@yahoo.com, saisudhini@gmail.com, and sr@steverao.com. 

Election Day for Angier, Apex, Durham, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, Knightdale, Morrisville, Rolesville, Wake Forest, Wendell, and Zebulon is on Nov 2.  Please mark this day on your calendar. Make your Vote Count!

Register to Vote at https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/offices-services/online/Pages/voter-registration-application.aspx.  Deadline to Register to Vote in November Elections is Oct. 8 at 5 pm.

Request an Absentee Ballot at https://www.wakegov.com/departments-government/board-elections/election-

information/absentee-mail-voting.

Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot: 5 pm on Tuesday before election.  (October 25)

05/01 Precinct

1519 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560

05/03 Precinct

107 Quade Dr, Cary, NC 27513

05/07 Precinct

332 Parkside Valley Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560

05/08 Precinct

309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560

East Meets West Festival Starts in two days! 

Sponsored by Radio Nyra! 

Wake County Public Health will open up an appointment system Monday for booster doses of the Pfizer COVID vaccine.  Sign up at https://www.wakegov.com/covid-19-information/get-your-covid-19-shot


The appointments will only be open to certain populations who already received the first two doses Pfizer at least six months ago.  

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Booster Clinic at Breckenridge on Sunday and to the Fire Department for being in attendance.

Coffee with a Cop Sept 28th from 9 am to 11 am at Starbucks Carrington Mill. (1017 Carrington Mill Blvd, Morrisville, NC 27560) 

Please join us at the Minor League Cricket National Finals at Church St Park on October 3rd, the first national cricket tournament of its kind in the USA. The match will begin at 2.15pm, with pre-game ceremony starting just prior at 2pm.  Church Street Park Tennis Courts will be closed during the weekend.

We congratulate the Morrisville Cardinals for a wonderful season!  www.morrisvillecardinals.com!

The Morrisville Smart Shuttle, the Town’s newest public transit service, will be launching on Saturday, October 2!  Join us at 8 am on Oct 2 for the Smart Shuttle Ribbon Cutting at the Morrisville Community Library. (310 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560)

Riders will utilize the Smart Shuttle application on their smartphone to request a pick-up or drop-off from one of 15 nodes, or stops, located around the Town. Riders will be able to track the bus through the mobile application.

For more Information, please visit For details, frequently asked questions, and updates on the Morrisville Smart Shuttle service visit https://bit.ly/smartshuttle.

#Shuttle #MorrisvilleNC #transit #LiveConnectedLiveWell. 

To Find County Vaccination Site, visit https://www.wral.com/coronavirus/where-can-I-get-the-covid-19-vaccine-in-my-county/19466004/.

For Testing Sites, visit https://www.wakegov.com/covid-19-information/free-covid-19-testing.

Unvaccinated individuals are 13.6 times more likely to die from COVID-19 than vaccinated individuals, when adjusted for age.

September 28 - 6 p.m. Town Council Meeting

September 29 – 6 p.m. Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Advisory Committee

September 30 – 6 p.m. Joint Meeting with the Town of Cary

For Morrisville Carpenter Road Project updates Visit https://bit.ly/mcrcp1

The Morrisville Smart Shuttle, the Town’s newest public transit service, will be launching on Saturday, October 2! What makes Morrisville’s Smart Shuttle so smart? Riders will utilize the Smart Shuttle application on their smartphone to request a pick-up or drop-off from one of 15 nodes, or stops, located around the Town. Riders will be able to track the bus through the mobile application.

Watch a two-minute introduction video for the Morrisville Smart Shuttle by clicking here!

This free shuttle service connecting Morrisville will be operated by GoCary, the public transportation provider in Cary, and use the Via Transportation platform for requesting rides.

For details, frequently asked questions, and updates on the Morrisville Smart Shuttle service, click here.

The Morrisville Fire and Rescue Department will hold its annual Fire Safety Day on Saturday, October 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Target parking lot located at 3001 Market Center Drive. This free event for the general public will have fun for the whole family including games, activities, food, and door prizes! For details click here.

Join us on September 30 at Wake Competition Center for a tailgate kickoff complete with food, henna tattoos, and stage performances. This casual evening is a great place to explore what could be found at the traditional East Meets West Festival on a smaller scale. Admission to the tailgate event is free, though food is available for purchase.

Starting October 1, the Virtual Passport to Morrisville is your chance to learn about your town. It will feature a diverse number of businesses in Morrisville, with the goal of the community finding a new business to support. Businesses have the opportunity to provide a promotional offer, within their listing in the Virtual Passport to Morrisville. This promotional offer will only be valid October 1-10, 2021.

For complete details on the East Meets West Festival, click here.

Church Street Park will be the host site for the national Minor League Cricket playoffs and national finals on September 25 and 26 and on October 2 and 3. On September 25 and 26 the Church Street Park playground will be closed during the cricket matches. On October 1, 2, and 3 Church Street Park entry will be limited to those associated with the cricket matches. The Church Street Park tennis courts and playground will be closed on those days. These measures are necessary for the safety and security of the general public, fans, and participants. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this unique opportunity to host a national sporting event. For details additional details and updates, visit the Church Street Park webpage by clicking here.

Fall Advisory Committee Recruitment begins Monday, September 27. The following board and committees have vacancies or expiring terms that may be filled during this appointment process:

The application submission deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday, October 25. For details and to apply, visit the Town's website. Please contact Town Clerk Eric Smith at 919-463-6168 or esmith@townofmorrisville.com for more information.

Morrisville’s next Music at the Hub is Friday, October 1 with the Indian music from Desi Beats Entertainment. The event starts at 6 p.m. at the Healthy Food Hub on 280 Town Hall Drive.

National Night Out is 5:30 pm. – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 5. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that both promotes police and community partnerships and encourages neighbors to get to know each other. This year’s participating neighborhoods are Kitts Creek, Providence Place, Town Hall North, and Savannah. In addition, we have two participating businesses, Rosatti’s and Noze2Toez. We are also excited to announce that representatives from Kiran will also be present.

Morrisville’s next Bulk item collection is the week of October 11-15. All bulk items must be placed curbside and ready for pick-up no later than 7 a.m. along with your garbage and recycling carts on your normal collection day. Registration is not required. Bulk items include but are not limited to chairs, tables, rugs, grills (no propane tanks), mattresses, and small appliances. For a complete list of items accepted visit the Town’s bulk item webpage by clicking here. Bulk items are picked up twice a year by the Town's contractor GFL.

Join the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s 2021 Candidate’s Forum at Paramount Event Venue from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on October 13 to learn more about this year’s candidates for Morrisville Town Council and their position on important issues in the community. The event will have in-person limits with a virtual option for all those who register. This event is free and open to the public, and pre-event registration is required to attend. For event details and to register click here.

Three separate Bond questions will be on the Ballot this November 2: Public Safety Improvements for $8M; Parks, Recreation, & Amenity Improvements for $17.3M; and Streets & Sidewalk Connectivity Improvements for $11.7M for future capital projects. Voters will decide “Yes” or “No” for each ballot question if the Town can use General Obligation Bonds (G.O. Bonds) to finance these future improvements that will benefit our growing community for years to come. G.O. Bonds are the most cost effective form of financing for a local government.

Get the facts and stay informed at the Town’s website: http://bit.ly/msv2021bond. View the Fast Facts and Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about the bond referendum process and potential property tax impacts.

Registration for Morrisville 101 is now open. Morrisville 101 is an annual citizen's academy for residents of Morrisville interested in local government. This is a free program for citizens 16 years of age and up. The program begins November 3 and will be held from 6-8 p.m. once a week for five weeks. Sessions will take place at Morrisville Town Hall, located at 100 Town Hall Drive. Registration ends on October 15, 2021. For more information and to reserve your spot visit the Morrisville 101 webpage by clicking here

Sponsored by the Morrisville Environment & Stormwater Committee, the Annual Student Art Poster Contest invites children to showcase their artistic talent and their commitment to the environment.

Grades K-5 attending school in Morrisville or those who belong to a youth organization in the Town may enter the contest.

The overall winner will have a banner created from their poster which will be prominently displayed along Town Hall Drive. They will also receive passes for a family of four to visit the Triangle Rock Gym. First, second, and third place winners in each grade will each receive a certificate and letter from the Town’s mayor. Submissions are due on Friday, October 8. Please click here for the fillable entry form and eligibility details.

Take the Town’s Sustainability Survey!
The Master Sustainability Plan is currently in development. This plan will become the roadmap for the objectives and goals of the program. To best represent our community, we are looking for your feedback as we prioritize our strategic direction. From now until October 15, complete a short six-question survey with your contact information to be entered into a drawing for a rain barrel or a $30 gift certificate to Site One Landscape Supply on Church Street. To complete the survey (through SurveyMonkey.com) click here. To learn about Morrisville’s Sustainability Program, click here.

Starting in October, the Town is moving to a new email service provider used to send Next Week in Morrisville. Depending upon your email’s client settings and security filters, you may have to add the new email client to your safe senders list. The new client will also allow you to update your communications preferences and individual profile. Next Week in Morrisville is sent from information@townofmorrisville.org. If you have any issues receiving the e-newsletter in October, contact the Town’s public information officer by email.

The Western Wake Farmers' Market (WWFM) offers healthy and fresh food, goods, and live music from small and local businesses from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Saturday!

Visit http://wwfm.ag/ to see a complete list of local vendors and shop local!

As I continue my listening tour and celebrate the accomplishments of the last decade, I have been having some very engaging conversations with many neighborhoods and communities in Morrisville.

We usually only hear from residents from a few communities, but I plan to have reached over 30 communities over the next few weeks.

Thanks to everyone who are coming out to meet and talk to me on this Decade of Service Listening Tour.

Let me know if you want me to come and provide an update. Just email me at sr@steverao.com.

This week I was honored to receive the endorsement of US Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC D-02). I look forward to working with her to secure federal grants and money for Small Businesses in Morrisville, and to also work on targeting federal dollars to transportation and transit dollars to our Town to help us deal with traffic congestion.

- Congresswoman Deborah K. Ross, NC-02

I am proud to have the endorsements of of Congresswoman Ross, North Carolina State Senator Wiley Nickel, Wake County Commissioner Sig Hutchison, Wake Forest Mayor Vivian Jones, Wake County School Board Member Chris Heagarty, Council Member Satish Garimella, and Fuquay Varina Commissioner, Bill Harris. I am looking forward to endorsements more over the coming weeks.

I also look forward to getting the support Independents and Republicans as we lead an engaged, and non-partisan Town! Let’s keep the Partisan Politics on Jones Street or in Washington D.C!

Black Issues Forum Show from Sept 26.

https://video.pbsnc.org/video/haitian-migrants-voter-id-and-missing-persons-disparities-2kqb64/

TYE is an enriching experience for high school students, where they will have the opportunity to learn to solve problems through business principles. As part of the program, they will have the opportunity to work with our incredible mentors, who will foster the potential of their team’s ideas. The deadline to sign up is September 30th, 2021.

Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1DXidReV7HZsjhvJXVwqwzg82vJD7XsLlnc8DuyeRp74/viewform?edit_requested=true.

Morrisville Chamber Hosts East Meets West Festival  Sept. 1- Oct. 10

The East Meets West Festival celebrates Morrisville, Wake County’s most diverse community, with food, culture, and music from around the world.

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