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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cary public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Proposed Stormwater Utility Fee
Cary leaders were scheduled to explore a stormwater utility fee — a dedicated charge that could appear on utility bills to fund drainage maintenance, flood prevention, and stormwater infrastructure. It's still at the discussion stage, so nothing has been decided about whether residents would pay it or how much.
N.C. 55 Water Main Break and Emergency Response
A major 30-inch transmission main break on N.C. 55 caused rapid pressure loss across the central zone, prompting a system pressure advisory and multi-agency emergency response. Staff successfully repaired the pipeline and restored normal water service within 24 hours while gathering resident feedback to improve future emergency communications.
Citizens Convenience Center Relocation and Operations
The town is redesigning and moving portions of the convenience center to comply with railroad right-of-way rules while keeping yard and food waste drop-off open.
Town Website Accessibility and Digital Engagement
The board discussed online ADA accessibility, mobile-friendly design, website traffic tracking, and AI pilot data security guardrails with Council Liaison Lori Bush.
Utility Billing System Modernization
Cary is planning major upgrades to its utility billing customer portal using vendor VertexOne, adding mobile optimization, automated leak alerts, and detailed usage comparisons.
Open Data Portal Refresh
The town is updating its Open Data Portal to improve user access, mobile usability, and search capabilities. Board members provided feedback on accessibility, metadata descriptions, and visual design elements.