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Cary Council Meeting – June 25, 2026
Published: Jun 25, 2026
Youth Advocates Urge Expansion of Smokefree Ordinance to Include Vaping
Multiple speakers, primarily youth representatives from the PO Youth Empowerment Team, voiced strong support for expanding the town's smokefree ordinance to include vaping and ecigarettes. They highlighted the normalization of vaping among students, the disruptive impact of vaping-related fire alarms at schools, and the addictive nature of nicotine, emphasizing the need for public spaces to be free of tobacco and vape use to protect young people.
Public Speaks Out Addresses Sears Stone PDD, Smokefree Ordinance, and Student Safety
Several residents spoke during the Public Speaks Out segment regarding various town matters. Topics included concerns about a proposed PDD amendment for Sears Stone, a candidate's platform for President of the United States, support for an expanded smokefree ordinance to include vaping, and advocacy for a crosswalk on Green Level West Road to improve student safety. Youth representatives also spoke in favor of the tobaccofree ordinance.
Resident Urges Immediate Crosswalk Installation on Green Level West Road for Student Safety
Adhaker addressed the council regarding traffic and safety concerns on Green Level West Road, advocating for an immediate crosswalk from the Darlington Woods community to the other side. While a full sidewalk project was deemed unrealistic due to logistical complications, the proposed crosswalk is presented as a high-impact, cost-effective solution to enhance student safety amidst increasing traffic from new developments. The speaker also mentioned a long-term vision for complete pedestrian infrastructure.
Kerry Town Council Issues Proclamation Honoring Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup Victory
During the meeting, a proclamation was presented to celebrate the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory. The proclamation acknowledged the pride and excitement the team brought to Kerry, the triangle area, and North Carolina, highlighting community unity and economic impact. Junior Hurricanes coaches and players were recognized during the ceremony.
Hatcher Property Rezoning Request Moves to Planning Board Amidst Community Input
The Town Council considered a rezoning request for the Hatcher property, an approximately 23.15-acre site in western Kerry. The applicant proposed rezoning from Kerry residential to Residential 8 conditional use, with proposed conditions limiting development to a maximum of 52 detached dwellings. The plan includes provisions for enhanced lot sizes, community gathering areas, specific architectural commitments to complement the historic Carpenter area, and multimodal improvements including greenway and trail construction. The item was referred to the Planning and Zoning Board for recommendation before returning to the council.
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