You can make a difference in our community by applying to fill one of four vacancies on the Historic Preservation Commission. Candidates must reside within the Wake Forest town limits. Professionals with experience in historic preservation, history, architectural history, and/or archaeology are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Town website at wakeforestnc.gov and search “historic preservation” to learn about the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Program and HPC initiatives. The online advisory board application is available through Wednesday Oct. 30, at http://bit.ly/TOWFAdvBoardApplication. Anyone without computer access is invited to complete the application by using a computer kiosk in the lobby of Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Hard copies are available upon request by contacting Deputy Town Clerk Ella Dowtin at edowtin@wakeforestnc.gov. For more information, email Ella Dowtin at edowtin@wakeforestnc.gov.

The Town of Wake Forest’s annual loose leaf collection program is underway and continues through Monday, March 10, 2025. Residents are reminded that the Town provides bi-monthly loose leaf collection service which calls for crews to service Wake Forest streets twice each month. When preparing leaves and yard waste for collection, residents are urged to follow these guidelines: Residents are also reminded of the following: For more information about the Town’s loose leaf collection program, visit http://bit.ly/WFLeafCollection or contact Chad Hildebrandt at 919-435-9575 or childebrandt@wakeforestnc.gov. ###

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department is partnering withPlay4Life Comics to host a Comic Book & Toy Expo Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. Free and open to everyone, the expo will feature dedicated vendors of your favorite pop culture nostalgia selling vintage comics, rare action figures, Pokémon cards, and more. For more information, email Community Center Supervisor Grayson Pridgen at 919-554-6726 or gpridgen@wakeforestnc.gov.  ###

In December 2023, the Town of Wake Forest retained Benesch to conduct a Multimodal Transportation Impact Fee Study. Municipalities assess impact fees on property developers to pay for infrastructure improvements that must be built due to new property development. New development brings new residents, which can put a strain on a municipality’s infrastructure and services. Impact fees are designed to offset the additional cost of maintaining these services.  In 1989, the Town of Wake Forest received local legislation to enact facility (aka impact) fees for various purposes – Chapter 502 – SB 576, including transportation. Specific methodology is required to compute the calculation and includes future growth projections along with planned capital resulting from growth (Capital Improvements Plan also known as CIP).  Benesch’s draft report is available for review and comment at https://engagewakeforest.org/multi-modal-transportation-impact-fee. Benesch will present its findings to the Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m. and to

The Town of Wake Forest is in the process of developing a conceptual site plan for a new park in the Northeast Community anchored by the Ailey Young House, 400 N. White St. Community input will be the cornerstone of the effort to produce a concept plan that respects the unique history of the site, celebrates the rich history of the Northeast Community, and provides park space for the community.   On Thursday, Oct. 24, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wake Forest will host a public meeting (drop-in style open house) at the Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., where attendees can share their thoughts and opinions on park priorities, opportunities, and challenges. Discussion will also cover a variety of topics focused on how best to achieve the project goals. The session will have an informal, open house-style format, so community members can drop in anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. to

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will host its first Diwali Festival on Saturday, Nov. 2. Free and open to everyone, the event is scheduled from noon-3 p.m. at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. Diwali is India’s biggest and most cherished festival of the year. Known as the “Festival of Lights,” Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, showcasing the indomitable human spirit. Immerse yourself in the joyous atmosphere with enchanting music and vibrant dance performances. Explore hands–on crafts, experience a henna tattoo, and savor a variety of Indian culinary delights. Join us as we unite in the spirit of Diwali – a celebration for everyone to enjoy! For more information, contact PRCR Events Coordinator Suja Jacob at 919-556-7063 or sjacob@wakeforestnc.gov. ####