Town of Cary’s Post

Last Friday, we celebrated the 40th Anniversary of the North Cary Water Reclamation Facility! Join us in celebrating our incredible staff, who help treat, disinfect, and recycle Cary wastewater so that it is safely allowed back into the environment. To learn more about the North Cary Water Reclamation Facility, visit https://bit.ly/3TXqtQu 🎉

A dedicated team of nine from the Cary Fire Department is currently on their way to Asheville, ready to provide much-needed relief and support to the Asheville Fire Department in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Our hearts are with the Western Carolina community as they face this tragedy, and Cary stands committed to answering the state’s calls for help during this difficult time. To learn more about North Carolina's response to #Helene, please visit ▶️ https://bit.ly/3XPqIhA

Join us in celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in the workforce and business owners across diverse occupations and industries. We honor the impact women have in inspiring the next generation of leaders and on our communities. We are proud of Cary’s many women-owned businesses, which contribute to our strong economy and continue making Cary a wonderful place to work, play, and raise a family. Cary is intentional in its efforts to engage with our diverse business community. If you’re interested in learning more about doing business in Cary and new opportunities, visit https://bit.ly/3ZxgPro. Together, let’s continue to create a more inclusive and equitable future for all women in business. #americanbusinesswomensday #carync

Congratulations to Chief Information Officer Nicole Coughlin, who has been honored with the 2024 Carolina #ORBIE Award for Nonprofit/Public Sector CIO of the Year! Nicole represents the very best of what drives Cary to actively seek out solutions and technology that aims to serve and improve our community. We're so proud of you and the work your team continues to do every day!

Congratulations to Pam Pukpitakchat from Herons Restaurant with The Umstead Hotel and Spa for winning the Isaac Hunter Excellence in Service Award today! It recognizes frontline employees in the hospitality industry who excel in providing exceptional service to visitors, including serving as representatives of the local community and the attractions and service providers that make the destination a desirable place to visit. We couldn't be prouder in #CaryNC! Cary District C Councilmember Jack Smith joined Town staff at the 2024 Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau's Annual Meeting. We're celebrating record-breaking tourism numbers across Wake County last year AND looking forward to next year! #LiveInspired

The USA Baseball National Training Complex in Cary has been nominated for a SportsTravel award! 🏆 Following a recent renovation, the facility is now the official home of USA Baseball’s executive offices as well as a 22,000-square-foot indoor training center that opened to the public in May. Help us win the award! VOTE for USA Baseball National Training Complex in the Best New or Renovated Venue category by August 19. VOTE HERE: https://lnkd.in/eq8-3qQ

Here's to the bright sky just in time for the weekend, Cary! 🌤️ We’re grateful that Cary experienced minimal impact from Tropical Storm #Debby. Our dedicated staff worked tirelessly to keep the town prepared and our community informed, ensuring our safety and keeping most facilities operational. Thank you to our Cary staff for their exceptional commitment and to our residents for following safety guidance. As we return to normal, let's take pride in how our community came together to weather the storm.

This August, Cary recognizes Black Business Month, a time to acknowledge and appreciate Black-owned businesses across Cary and the country. Cary's Office of Business Inclusion is committed to providing Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) with equitable opportunities to engage in the town's procurement and contracting processes. The office is currently surveying small and diverse businesses to assess its level of procurement. Cary business owners are encouraged to share their feedback via the telephone hotline at 602-704-0125, by emailing caryutilizationstudy@keenindependent.com, or through the online survey at https://bit.ly/4ckeaE9.