Harold’s Blog: March 25, 2013
The majority of council leaned toward a larger park, 8 out of the remaining 11 acres, with some development along Walker Street.
Harold Weinbrecht has been Mayor of Cary since 2007. augustanat@mindspring.com
The majority of council leaned toward a larger park, 8 out of the remaining 11 acres, with some development along Walker Street.
House Bill 150 would eliminate Cary’s ability to impose aesthetic controls over single and two family dwellings in all zoning districts (with limited exceptions), unless these controls are agreed to by the developer. Basically, the bill would eliminate Cary’s ability to shape the look and feel of our community.
Thursday was a big day for me and the town of Cary. One of the biggest job announcements in Cary’s history was made by the governor in downtown Raleigh.
We also discussed the town’s electronic messaging signs. These signs have been an ongoing problem since they were installed. Heck I remember sending letters to the editor about them before I was mayor.
This week was tough on me as I struggled to meet my obligations while fighting a bad cold.
This week was an important week for me and the Town of Cary as I traveled to Washington to talk with our Congressional delegation and federal agencies. My journal this week details many of my activities in Washington in hopes of giving a better understanding of why I go there and what I do.
Tuesday started with meeting the town manager for our weekly get-together. We talked mostly about issues within the downtown opportunity site. We also discussed issues related to technology.
Friday I headed over to Life Experiences to do a photo shoot with Mayor Holcombe of Morrisville for their upcoming fundraiser. Our photo shoot had the mayor and I dress up as bikers complete with…
This week was busy as predicted with inter-governmental events, the State of the Town address, and a council meeting.
This week’s calendar was kept clear for the most part as the council and staff prepared for the annual retreat.