Greenway Committee Thursday, August 17, 2017

6:00 PM Conference Room 11130

316 N. Academy Street, Cary Town Hall, Cary, NC 27513

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At Large Representative Rick Savage: Absent, Jim Bustrack: Present, Paul Black: Present, Robert Keely: Absent, Nathaniel Greene: Present, Lindsey Freibert: Absent, Amy James: Absent, Brian Ezzell: Present, Michael Maret: Present, Lisa Riegel: Present, Robin Crumpton: Present, Pranaya Sudhakar: Present.

A. CALL TO ORDER

Jim Bustrack called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.

Staff Present: Paul Kuhn, Sally Pilson and Julie Mitchell

The committee welcomed the new teen council committee member Pranaya Sudhakar.

B. ADOPTION OF AGENDA

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Nathaniel Greene

SECONDER: Paul Black

AYES: Bustrack, Black, Greene, Ezzell, Maret, Riegel, Crumpton, Sudhakar

ABSENT: Savage, Keely, Freibert, James

C. ADOPTION OF MINUTES

Greenway Committee - Committee Meeting - May 18, 2017 6:00 PM

RESULT: ACCEPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Michael Maret

SECONDER: Lisa Riegel

AYES: Bustrack, Black, Greene, Ezzell, Maret, Riegel, Crumpton,

Sudhakar

ABSENT: Savage, Keely, Freibert, James

D. PUBLIC SPEAKS OUT (one hour time limit)

Citizen James Wolf came to the meeting and introduced himself. He has recently moved to Cary and stated his interest in becoming involved in local government.

E. REPORTS

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Hometown Spirit Award

Julie Mitchell, with the Town Clerk’s office, gave a presentation for the Hometown Spirit Award. The award recognizes citizens who make a difference in the community. She asked that the committee help spread the word and if they would like to nominate someone, nominations will begin on August 28th through September 22nd. Julie passed out a brochure and nomination forms. The form can also be filled out on-line at www.townofcary.org. There will be a reception for the nominees and the announcement of the winner will be November 16th. The winner will be acknowledged by a plaque located in Town Hall and a tree will be planted in their name on Arbor Day.

PRCR Advisory Report

Arts & Economic Prosperity 5 discussion on the Arts’ fifth study of

the nonprofit arts and culture industry's impact on the economy.

PRCR is in the process of updating their mission and vision statement.

Downtown Park – Four design groups have been chosen to present their designs to the Town Council. Interviews have begun and they will present their designs to the Council in September.

PRCR Board member applications have closed. There are 5 vacancies to be filled.

Discussion on how the Relief for Recreation fund should be used and promoted.

F. PROJECT UPDATES

Project Updates

Paul Kuhn discussed project information per the projects listed on the Town’s website: http://www.townofcary.org/projects-initiatives/project-updates/greenway-projects

G. NEW BUSINESS

Tour De Cove

Scott Hecht from Public Works has been organizing a fund raiser for Lori Cove for October 7th with a 20 or 50 mile bike ride and a 2.5 mile walk in the morning. In the afternoon, there will be an auction, food and music. Volunteers are needed for this event and if anyone would like to volunteer, contact Paul Kuhn. Paul asked the committee to take

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brochures and pass out to any events they would attend.

H. OLD BUSINESS

Greenway Checks Update

Robert Kelly, Mike Maret, and Paul Black met with Kat Williams to discuss changes to the Greenway check sheet. Mike stated that Robert drafted a landscape format concept. There were discussions for changing the demographics to walkers, bikers, and runners only. Paul Black worked on a series of maps of the greenway segments to attach to the check sheet. Kat asked that the committee be the eyes for any maintenance issues and report them to Paul Kuhn. Jim would like the new form layout to be presented to the committee for approval before the winter draw. Paul Kuhn will get with Doug McRainey with PRCR and Kat to discuss the next step.

Paul Kuhn stated that Joe Godfrey, Landscape Architect, will be retiring from the Town on Sept. 29th. Joe has worked on many Greenway projects and was very instrumental in the system that Cary has today.

Information Share

RDU Status

Lisa and Robin met with the Town Manager and Council Member Jennifer Robinson to discuss the value of trails and open space near Umstead State Park and RDU. A total of 8,000 people so far have signed a petition to save the trails. Meeting went well and there will be a follow up meeting with Danna Widmar and Doug McRainey.

Greenway Committee Recruitment

The committee application process will start August 21st – October 6th. The committee has 3 spots open and applicants can apply on-line.

Lazy Daze August 26th – 27th.

There are still open spots for committee members to sign up for Saturday morning, August 26th.

Save the Date!

September 21 - next meeting

The PRCR Fall Program Guides are now available.

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Lisa shared the ride CARS event to be held Sunday, September 24th at 9:00 a.m. at Wakefield High, Raleigh, NC. All cyclists are welcome.

Jim Bustrack shared the N. Y. Dog Film Festival on August 19 at 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. at The Cary. Tickets can be purchased at www.thecarytheater.com.

I. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Nathaniel Greene

SECONDER: Paul Black

AYES: Bustrack, Black, Greene, Ezzell, Maret, Riegel, Crumpton, Sudhakar

ABSENT: Savage, Keely, Freibert, James

Award/Recognition

• Nominees will be recognized on the Town’s website and receive a certificate at the Hometown Sprit Award reception prior to the November Council meeting.

• The Mayor will announce the recipient and present him/her with a plaque at the November Council meeting.

• A photo of the current recipient and an excerpt from the nomination form will be displayed at Town Hall.

• The recipient’s name will be engraved on a perpetual plaque at Town Hall.

• Current recipient will be asked to participate in the Tree Lighting ceremony in December.

• A tree will be planted in honor of the recipient at the Town’s Arbor Day Celebration.

Recognizing citizens who make a difference in our

community

Nomination period August 28 – September 22, 2017

(919) 319-4505 www.townofcary.org/spirit

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History of the Hometown Spirit Award

In 2008 a Cary citizen proposed a “Small Town America Award Program,” which the Town Council approved after staff made recommendations.

The award program is now known as the “Hometown Spirit Award,” and it utilizes the same criteria approved by Council in 2009.

Past Award Recipients 2016 – Sheila Ogle 2015 – Anne B. Kratzer 2014 – David J. Martin 2013 – Jerry Miller 2012 – Betsy Dassau & Joy Pike 2011 – Keith Bliss 2010 – Kay Struffolino 2009 – Alisa Wright Colopy

Eligibility • Cary resident, 21 years of age and

older • Demonstrates leadership and

integrity • Respected by peers

The following persons will not be considered for the award

• Town of Cary employees • Past or present Cary residents who

are elected officials • Deceased Cary residents • Other disqualifying factors listed

online at www.townofcary.org/spirit

Nominees must exhibit at least one of the characteristics below:

Helps Out Neighbors and Fellow Cary Citizens

• e.g., starting a program where residents can volunteer to help each other with home repairs or simply going beyond the call of duty in assisting other citizens

Demonstrates Hospitality • e.g., someone who welcomes new

residents, citizens and visitors, and helps them get to know the town, its small-town culture, and adjust to a new environment, or simply a citizen who exhibits “Southern” or “Cary” hospitality in an ongoing or extraordinary manner

Promotes and Preserves Traditional American Past-Times

• e.g., bringing citizens together as a community in traditional ways by organizing or volunteering for such events as a founder’s day celebration, a heritage music event, hayrides, ice cream socials, picnics, bandstand events, etc

Shows a Concern for Preservation and Works to Preserve Traditions and the Small-Town Atmosphere in the Community

• e.g., working to preserve historical Cary documents, structures, or events or someone who leads the charge to make Cary more family friendly

Promotes Entrepreneurship through Supporting Locally Owned Business

• e.g., starting a local currency program that rewards citizens for shopping locally

Promotes a Sense of Community in Their Neighborhood and All of Cary

• e.g., starting fun family friendly activities in his/her neighborhood where citizens have the chance to meet and interact with one another

Demonstrates Patriotism through Promotion and Preservation of the Country's Symbols and Dedication to the U.S. Military, Past and Present

• e.g., organizing or being a key volunteer for a formal event to honor our veterans or current military members

Serving the Community through Business

• e.g., a business owner who goes above and beyond their role to support and provide a service to the community in a down-home, hospitable manner

Nominate your Hometown Spirit Award candidate August 28 – September 22, 2017.

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Hometown Spirit Award 2017Recognizing those who make a difference in our community.

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History of the Hometown Spirit AwardResident initiated in 2008

Approved by Council in 2009

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Past Award Recipient• 2016 Sheila Ogle

• 2015 Anne B. Kratzer

• 2014 David J. Martin

• 2013 Jerry Miller

• 2012 Betsy Dassau & Joy Pike

• 2011 Keith Bliss

• 2010 Kay Struffolino

• 2009 Alisa Wright Colopy

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Criteria for nominees

• Cary resident, 21 years of age or older

• Demonstrates leadership and integrity

• Respected by peers

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Other Criteria (at least one)Helps out neighbors

Demonstrates hospitality

Demonstrates patriotism

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Other Criteria (at least one)Promotes & preserves traditional American past-times

Promotes entrepreneurship and a sense of community

Concern for preservation of traditions and small town atmosphere

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Nominee Reception and Council Announcement

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Town of Cary Hometown Spirit Award Nomination Form

2017 Nomination Period: August 28 through 11:59 p.m. on September 22, 2017 All information on and submitted with this form is considered a public record and will be released to others upon request. Please type or print to ensure legibility.

Nomination criteria can be found on Page Three of this form.

Nominee’s Name:

Nominee’s Address: (include complete street mailing address with town and zip code)

Nominee’s Email Address:

Nominee’s Phone Number:

Is the nominee 21 years of age or older (Minimum award eligibility age is 21)? Yes No

To the best of the nominators’ knowledge, none of the disqualifying factors on Page Two of this form apply to the nominee. Yes No The nominator must be a Cary resident. Nominator

Name:

Email:

Phone:

Mailing Address (complete with street address, town, and zip code):

Signature:

Summarize on a separate page (no more than one single-spaced 8 ½ X 11 inch page with a font size of at least 10 points) why you believe this person should receive the Hometown Spirit Award. Comment specifically on all the applicable criteria (both general and specific) as listed on the Page Three of this form. Please do not include any additional materials as attachments. Please do not exceed 500 words. Submit the completed form by email, fax or mail to the Town Clerk’s Office. Completed forms must receive the completed nomination by 11:59 p.m. on September 22, 2017. Form can be submitted to the Clerk’s office by email at www.townofcary.org/spirit or fax at (919) 460-4910 or by mail to Town Clerk’s Office, Town of Cary, and P.O. Box 8005, Cary, NC 27512-8005.

Questions? Contact Julie Mitchell, julie.mitchell@townofcary.org (919) 319-4505.

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Hometown Spirit Award Nomination Form Page 2

Disqualifying Factors The following individuals are not eligible for the award:

• Current Town of Cary employees

• Current elected officials

• Anyone who has served in any elected official capacity in the past 20 years

• Memorials will not be awarded for deceased individuals A person is not eligible to be a Hometown Spirit Award nominee if the person has been found guilty of any of the following crimes: (Guilty means that a person was found guilty following a trial, entered a guilty plea, and entered a no contest plea accompanied by a court finding of guilty, regardless of whether there was an adjudication of guilt (conviction) or a withholding of guilt. This recommendation does not apply if criminal charges resulted in acquittal, Nolle Prosse, or dismissal.) Sex Offenses

• All Sex Offenses, regardless of the amount of time since offense. Felonies

• All Felony Offenses, regardless of the amount of time since offense. Misdemeanors

• All misdemeanors involving a minor (unless the applicant was themselves a minor), regardless of the amount of time since the offense.

• All misdemeanor violence offenses within the past 7 years.

• All other misdemeanor offenses within the past 5 years or more than one offense in the past 10 years.

Pending Cases We will ask the nominee to disclose to the Town if any of the above charges are pending at the time of nomination.

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Hometown Spirit Award Nomination Form Page 3

General Criteria

• Awarded annually to one Cary resident • Nominees must be Cary residents (Town employees, current elected officials and individuals in

an official race for an elected position, anyone who has served in an elected official in the past 20 years, and memorial nominations in honor of deceased residents are not eligible)

• Nominees must be 21 years of age and older • Nominees must demonstrate leadership and integrity • Nominees must be respected by their peers • An individual may only receive this award once • Nominators must be Cary residents

And at least one of the following pertains to the Nominee: Specific Criteria for Nominees (with examples of each for illustrative purposes)

• Helps out neighbors and fellow Cary residents o e.g., starts a program where residents can volunteer to help each other with home

repairs or simply goes beyond the call of duty assisting other residents • Demonstrates hospitality

o e.g., welcomes new residents and visitors, helps them get to know the Town and its small-town culture and helps them adjust to a new environment; or simply a resident who exhibits “Southern” or “Cary” hospitality in an ongoing or extraordinary manner

• Promotes and preserves traditional American past-times o e.g., brings residents together as a neighborhood or community in traditional ways by

organizing or serving as a key volunteer for such events as a Founder’s Day celebration, a heritage music event, hayrides, ice cream socials, picnics, bandstand events, etc.

• Shows a concern for preservation and works to preserve traditions and the small-town atmosphere in the community

o e.g., works to preserve historical Cary documents, structures or events; or takes a leadership role to make a neighborhood or the community more family friendly

• Promotes entrepreneurship through supporting locally owned business o e.g., starts a local currency program that rewards residents for shopping locally

• Promotes a sense of community in their neighborhood and all of Cary o e.g., initiates fun, family friendly activities in his/her neighborhood or the community

where residents have the chance to meet and interact with one another • Demonstrates patriotism through promotion and preservation of the country's symbols and

dedication to the U.S. military, past and present o e.g., organizes or is a key volunteer for a formal event to honor our veterans or current

military members • Serves the community through business

o e.g., a business owner who goes above and beyond his/her role to support and provide a service to the community in an hospitable manner

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