Lori’s Blog: Alexa For Government
Cary, NC – Ok, time to get back to my technology roots. Y’all know that I’ve got this insatiable curiosity for technology solutions. It’s in my Twitter profile, so it has to be true!
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Lori’s Blog: A Home for Everyone
Cary, NC – Folks that know me, know that I’m pretty passionate about “Affordable Housing.” Is it because I’m some screaming, leaning liberal? Naaa. Ok, maybe. But really, it’s because I know the impact that having a safe place to live can have on an individual, a family and a community. Read more
Lori’s Blog: 2017 Council Retreat
Cary, NC – Since I’ve been on Council and for a number of years before that, the Cary Town Council and Town Staff have taken a few days every year to pause and plan for the upcoming year. It’s especially helpful for us to truly step back and away from our day-to-day activities (literally and figuratively) for this extended period of concentrated discussion, dialogue, and strategic thinking about our plan for the future and to deep dive on a number of specific issues. Read more
Lori’s Blog: #Justagirlinasnowplow
Cary, NC – #justagirlinasnowplow. That’s what I was tagging my adventure with the Snow Patrol last weekend. Read more
Lori’s Blog: Doing the Right Thing for Families
Cary, NC – Originally, I called this post – “Why Paid Parental Leave in Cary?” I know, I know, that made more sense. But as I thought more about it, I really think, for me, it boils down to this…“It’s the right thing to do.” But, let me explain. First, there’s this. Read more
Lori’s Blog: Thinking Out of the Box
Cary, NC — I slept in a cardboard box overnight. Read more
Lori’s Blog: Golf Course Noise?
Cary, NC — There has been a lot of discussion at the Council table, online and in the papers regarding the proposal for an updated Golf Course Noise ordinance. Read more
Lori’s Blog: Sign Up Now to Volunteer in Cary
Cary, NC — One of the best things about our Cary community is you. Really. I’m not blowing smoke here. Learn how you can start volunteering in Cary right now. Read more
Lori’s Blog: Our Cary Budget
Cary, NC — It’s budget time for government across the state. Read more
Lori’s Blog: Women’s History & a Free Movie
Cary, NC — On Tuesday, March 31, 2015, in celebration of Women’s History Month, The Cary Theater will screen Iron Jawed Angels at 7 pm, which will be followed by a panel discussion led by female leaders and officials. Read more