December 3, 2024

Holiday Tree Lighting Drew a Crowd of 650+ at Redford Place Park

Rolesville's Holiday Tree Lighting drew over 650 people last night. It was the first year the tree lighting was held at Redford Place Park. Those who attended got pictures taken with Santa, rode around on the trackless train, jumped around in the bounce house, and watched as we lit our NEW 14-foot Christmas Tree. Rolesville Elementary School students performed for the crowd, and Mayor Ronnie Currin was there to read "The Night Before Christmas," after the tree was lit up.

The Alzheimer's Association was also there to educate people about the disease. They asked people to put out luminaries for loved ones with Alzheimer's. At the end of the night, all the lights at the park were turned off to reflect and remember those loved ones.

If you attended last night's tree lighting, we want YOUR feedback. You can click on the survey HERE to share your thoughts.

Donations Are Still Needed for the Holiday Food Drive

The Northern Community Food Security Team needs donations for those in need this Holiday Season. Donations will be accepted until December 13, 2024. All donations will be handed out at the Holiday Giveaway on December 20, 2024.

Purchase goods from a local grocery store.
Bag goods together and drop them off at a Rolesville Town Hall no later than December 13th.
List of Food Donations Needed:

1 Box of Stuffing
1 Box of Mashed Potatoes
1 Large Can of Yams
2 Cans of Green Beans
1 Can of Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 Box of Fried Onions

To learn more about the Northern Community Food Security Team, click on the link HERE.

Main & Young Street Intersection Construction Updates

The Town of Rolesville continues to work with its partners at the intersection of Main & Young. Significant progress has been made on many aspects of the project.

Fred Smith Company will begin adding storm drainage from the parking lot on N. Main Street to Williams Street in the coming weeks. Preparations for this process are underway. The addition of storm drainage is essential to keeping the intersection and areas around it from holding too much water during storms.
The sidewalk in front of NC Movement on E. Young Street is almost done. Crews have poured concrete. More grading is still needed before it is complete. By the time the project is complete, the intersection will have sidewalks and pedestrian crosswalks that comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, which will ensure the safety of residents and visitors as the town grows.
NC Communications workers are installing conduit for fiber on the new and updated traffic signals throughout the project.

We are still waiting on a few more key elements related to the project. Officials with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality are reviewing the test results on the possible fuel tank at the corner of E. Young and S. Main Streets. We are working with our partners to mitigate any potential contaminated materials found per NC law.

Change orders and submittal reviews for the new waterline portion of the project are moving along. The project team is currently working on a water line design that has the potential to shorten the construction period. Fred Smith Company will begin procuring materials as soon as the change order and submittals are approved, and work on the water lines is anticipated at the start of the new year. The existing water lines do not meet current standards. Replacing them is necessary before fully reopening the intersection.

As part of Fred Smith Company policy, their workers and subcontractors will be off for the Christmas holiday from December 20, 2024, to January 1, 2025. They will be back on-site on January 2, 2025. The estimated timeline for reopening the intersection fully remains Spring/Summer 2025.

Once the work at Main & Young Streets is complete, the intersection will have new stormwater drainage to prevent flooding, new water lines to better serve residents and business owners, and new sidewalks and pedestrian walkways to keep everyone safe. This project is a $23 million investment in the future of Rolesville’s downtown, creating a safer, walkable, more successful, and more attractive Main Street for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Please reach out with any questions at (919) 326-7857 or mainstreetproject@rolesville.nc.gov. Updates are also posted at rolesvillemainstreetproject.com.

Main Street Project Website

Rolesville Chamber of Commerce Hosting Santa on Saturday Morning

The Rolesville Chamber of Commerce is hosting Santa this Saturday for a very special breakfast. On December 7, 2024, Santa will be at the Rolesville Masonic Lodge to enjoy breakfast with families. You can secure your spot by clicking on the link HERE. The cost is $7 for individuals and $20 for a family. Breakfast will be pancakes, sausage, muffins, fruit, and juices.

This Month's Mayor's Show to Highlight Economic Development

Please join Mayor Ronnie Currin to hear and see the latest! This month's feature will include a discussion with two guests: Mical McFarland, Economic Development Director with the Town of Rolesville, and Sheilah Sutton, President of the Rolesville Downtown Development Association.

Watch LIVE Online:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rolesvillechamber/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/rolesvillenc1

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@rolesvillechamberofcommerc103/streams

Holiday Neighborhood Hunt Starts Next Week at Businesses at Main & Young

A Holiday Neighborhood Hunt is set to begin on December 9, 2024. NCMVMT will hide one gift each day from December 9-14, 2024, at one of the participating businesses at the intersection of Main & Young Streets. Participating businesses include SuzAnna's Antiques, Artisan Beer & Cheese, Main Street Collective, Creative Exchange, and Studio 104 on Main. One clue will be posted each day at 8 a.m. on NCMVMT's Facebook and Instagram pages. See below for the rules.

Sign Ups Still Open for Senior Trip to Danville Casino in December

Time is running out to register for the Senior Trip to the Danville, VA Casino. The Rolesville Parks & Recreation Department will take a small group to the casino on December 19, 2024. It is $25 per resident and $30 per non-resident. The cost includes transportation and dinner at Golden Corral.

To check out other events and resources for the Senior Community, check out our new Senior Community page by clicking HERE.

Performance of the "Nutcracker" Coming to Rolesville High School

A special performance of the holiday classic, "The Nutcracker," is coming to Rolesville High School. The Jill M. Taylor Dance Company will perform "The Nutcracker," on December 15, 2024. There will be two showings; one at 2 p.m. and the other at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale now. Click the link HERE for more details.

Your Input Needed for Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update

The Town of Rolesville needs help updating its Comprehensive Land Use Plan. When completed, this plan will help to guide growth and development over the next 20 years. The Town’s current comprehensive plan was developed in 2017, and it is time to update it to ensure the Town is serving the needs of the current residents and proactively preparing for the future.

Your input is important to this process. The feedback gathered from this survey is important in shaping the Plan’s goals and recommendations.

The Rolesville Veterans Group has established a supportive community catering to veterans, spouses, caregivers, and military personnel. Volunteers are needed. Contact Jerry Mangum, MSG Retired US Army Jmangum07@yahoo.com or 919-602-5490.

Veteran's Events & Resources

Reminder of the Payment Types Taken at Town Hall for Certain Bills

The Town of Rolesville accepts payments for many things such as Wake County property taxes, City of Raleigh Utilities, and Town of Rolesville-specific items. See below for a reminder of the payment options.

If you come to Town Hall to pay Wake County Property Taxes, we can only accept cash or checks.
If you come to Town Hall to pay your City of Raleigh Utilities bill, we can accept cards, cash, or check.
If you come to Town Hall to pay something related to the Town of Rolesville (i.e. Solid Waste, Parks and Recreation fees, planning department invoices), we can only accept cash or check.

Remember: the Town Hall Lobby is closed daily from noon to 2 p.m.