FOCUS ON WAKE FOREST ARCHIVES
April 2008 - The Wake Forest Police Department operates its own firing range. Police Lt. M. Maron shares why the range is such an important training resource for the town’s police force. In March the Town of Wake Forest began selling 80-gallon rain barrels to area residents. We’ll show you why water harvesting is such a popular water conservation technique. Finally, this year’s Meet in the Street is scheduled for May 3. We’ll talk to Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce Director Jodi LaFreniere who shares what’s in store for one of our area’s most popular annual events.
March 2008 - Town Planner Ann Ayers and DRC Director Tina Archer discuss the ongoing implementation of the Renaissance Plan for the Heart of Wake Forest. Public Works Director Mike Barton and Customer Service Supervisor Drew Brown explain why curbside garbage collection is a mandatory service and how the Town's recycling program is turning heads across the state. Finally, HerbFest is scheduled for April 18-27. HerbFest Committee Chair Elizabeth Johnson shares what new and exciting changes are in store for this popular annual herb and plant sale.
February 2008 - In the February installment of Focus on Wake Forest, DRC Director Tina Archer talks about the upcoming Renaissance Ball. Town Planner Lisa Potts discusses this year's Tree Seedling Giveaway, as well as what the Town has in store for Arbor Day 2008. Finally, we’ll introduce you to Kara Louise, the Centennial Celebration Events Coordinator, who shares how Wake Forest plans to celebrate its centennial throughout 2009.
January 2008 - Over 300,000 North Carolinians and 10 million people nationwide are victims of identity theft each year. Our Police Department will share ways you can avoid becoming a victim of fraud. We’ll introduce you to the Wake Forest Police Department’s K-9 unit and explain why these dogs are such valuable members of the Town’s police force; and as Wake Forest prepares to celebrate its 100-year anniversary in 2009, we’ll introduce you to the Wake Forest Centennial Celebration planning committee and give you a sneak preview of how the town plans to commemorate this historic occasion.
December 2007 - It’s almost been one year since the Town of Wake Forest embarked on developing a new Community Plan - we’ll give you an update. NC GreenPower is a voluntary environmental program being offered to customers of Wake Forest Power. We’ll show you how easy it is to participate. And finally, the Town of Wake Forest offers H.O.P.E. to residents struggling to pay their electric bills. We’ll show you how you can help.
November 2007 - In the November edition of Focus on Wake Forest, Town Planner Ann Ayers offers an update on the progress of the White Street Plan; Downtown Revitalization Corporation Director Tina Archer discusses all that's going on in downtown Wake Forest to celebrate the Christmas season; and Stephanie Jenny and Mitch Lawson share their thoughts on this year's Good Neighbor Day.
October 2007 - In the October edition of Focus on Wake Forest, we’ll introduce you to the Wake Forest Police Department's K-9 unit and explain why these dogs are such valuable members of the Town's police force; Assistant Town Engineer Holly Spring discusses the Town's Erosion and Sediment Control Program, and on November 3 the Glen Royall Mill Village is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of the Town of Royall Mills, NC. We'll take you on a tour of the Mill Village and let you know what's being planned to honor the Village and all those who've passed through there.
September 2007 - In the September edition of Focus on Wake Forest, we’ll show you the new Flaherty Dog Park and explain why pet owners are so excited about the Town's newest park. We'll also introduce you to Jodi LaFreniere, the new Executive Director of the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce. Finally, we’ll get you ready for Public Power Week by highlighting all the special events the Town has planned.
August 2007 - Last month, during the first of a two-part series on water conservation, Deputy Town Manager Roe O’Donnell discussed why Wake Forest and the City of Raleigh merged their water and sewer systems. He also explained Raleigh’s new year-round lawn watering restrictions – which went into effect July 2. This month - in part 2 – we'll share a few simple ways you can conserve water at home. Wake Forest’s Human Relations Council hosted Good Neighbor Day last September as a way to celebrate diversity and promote unity among town residents. This year, on September 16 - the HRC is teaming up with the Greenways Advisory Board to again offer this family event. We'll sit down with two of the event’s organizers who share how Good Neighbor Day came about and why it holds such promise for Wake Forest. Finally, in July, the Town of Wake Forest began offering NC GreenPower - an initiative designed to improve North Carolina's environment through voluntary contributions toward renewable energy. We'll show you how you can participate for as little as $4 month.
July 2007 - Two years ago the City of Raleigh and the Town of Wake Forest merged their water and sewer systems. We'll explain why the Town agreed to the merger and discuss Raleigh's new mandatory lawn irrigation water conservation measures. We'll also sit down with Mayor Vivian Jones who shares her thoughts on the Town's new Youth Advisory Board. Finally, we'll get a first look at how the Town plans to celebrate its centennial in 2009.
June 2007 - Summer is here and we'll introduce you to the slew of programs the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department is offering for both youth and adults. Trash and garbage along our roadsides is harmful to Wake Forest's image. We'll talk about litter and the impact it's having on our community. The 35th Annual 4th of July Celebration is a month away. We'll catch up with Rhonda Alderman and find out what's planned for this year's popular community event. And finally, last month we introduced you to the Farmers' Market in downtown Wake Forest. Well, there's another popular downtown event that takes place the second Friday of each month called Art After Hours. If you've never experienced it, then we'll show you what you've been missing.
May 2007 - The Wake Forest Farmers' Market is open for the season, and we'll show you first-hand why its such a popular community event. Millions of Americans are injured or killed each year in motor vehicle accidents. One of the members of our police department's Traffic Enforcement Division discusses how you can avoid becoming a victim. And with the heat and humidity of summer just around the corner, we'll offer a few simple energy saving tips that will help you keep more of your money in your pocket!
April 2007 - Over 300,000 North Carolinians and 10 million people nationwide are victims of identity theft each year. Our Police Department will share ways you can avoid becoming a victim of fraud. Implementation of the Renaissance Plan is in full swing. We'll give you an update! And following a successful Arbor Day Celebration, we'll introduce you to the Town's Urban Forestry Advisory Board.
March 2007 - Wake Forest has responded to residents of the Northeast area of town by initiating the development of the Northeast Neighborhood Plan. We'll show you how the plan is progressing. We'll also talk about the creation of the Wake Forest Community Plan and discuss the construction taking place at Flaherty Park.
February 2007 - Wake Forest Power has work crews dedicated to keeping your lights on by keeping trouble away for the Town's electric system. We'll show you some of the ways they're working to ensure a reliable flow of electricity year-round. Also, there's a new way the Town is reading your electricity meter that's more accurate and saves money. It's called Automated Meter Reading, and we'll show you how it works. And finally, we'll explain the H.O.P.E. program and show you how you can help a fellow neighbor keep their lights on and their house warm this winter.