The Weekly Newsletter is sent every Friday by the Town of Fuquay-Varina.
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Join Us at the Local Government Career Expo
Saturday, June 8, 1-4 pm
The Local Government Career Expo is TOMORROW, Saturday, June 8, at the NC State McKimmon Center in Raleigh.
This event is for anyone who wants to grow in their career, whether you’re starting out, in the middle of your career, thinking about changing careers, or just curious about local government jobs.
The Town of Fuquay-Varina is excited to join the first LOGO with more than 40 cities and counties, showcasing various careers in fields like construction, business administration, environmental sciences, public health, public safety, technology, and more.
The LOGO Career Expo focuses on broad career exploration, professional networking, skill development, and long-term career planning, with a focus on transferable skills.
Pre-event workshops will focus on resume building, dressing for success, and elevator pitch tips. Day-of information sessions will cover a variety of topics. For more information or to register, visit logocareerexpo.com.
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Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Passes |
The Town of Fuquay-Varina's annual budget is created collaboratively by the public, Town Board, administration, and departments. In May, the Town Manager presented the proposed budget. Public input was incorporated throughout the process. On June 3, 2024, the Town Board adopted the FY 2025 Budget, effective July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.
Budget Highlights
The FY 2025 General Fund operating budget is $77.5 million, a 35% increase from FY 2024's $57.4 million. The budget includes various improvements at road intersections, $1.2 million for street resurfacing, numerous park upgrades, and investments downtown that include parking enhancements.
Additionally, the FY 2025 Budget also presents the opportunity to fund several capital projects aimed at enhancing the quality of life in Fuquay-Varina, including Hilltop Needmore Town Park repairs, flashing crosswalk beacons, additional sidewalks on Ennis Street, and improvements to Library Park.
Key Utility Fund projects include expanding the Sanford Water Filtration facility and conveyance lines, with construction starting this year. A new elevated water storage tank design will be completed this fall, and expansions at Terrible Creek and Harnett Wastewater Treatment plants are being finalized to secure future wastewater capacity.
Financial Investment Highlights
This FY 2025 tax rate is a reduction of 9.7 cents from last fiscal year (45.5 cents) and will be 35.8 cent tax rate per $100 of assessed property value and includes the following tax rate dedications for debt service:
- 2-cent planned for the voter-approved Transportation Bond. Seven transportation projects have been prioritized and fast-tracked for completion in the next 18 months. To view projects, visit drivefv.org.
- 1-cent for the Public Service Center Expansion project
- 1-cent for recreation land acquisition for future fields and recreation facilities to ensure Fuquay-Varina taxpayers can enjoy adult and youth sports.
Notable Fee Changes
- To ensure a future supply of clean, reliable, and abundant water and wastewater capacity, base and volumetric rates for water and sewer services will be increased by 15%.
- Sanitation fees for residents will increase by $2 to cover service costs.
Learn More
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Teresa Wilder Sworn in as Town Clerk |
This week, Teresa Wilder was officially sworn in as Town Clerk. Teresa steps into this position with 22 years of service to the Town (including her role as Deputy Town Clerk), succeeding Rose Rich, who recently retired after 37 years with the Town. As Town Clerk, Teresa will continue to assist the Board in upholding the highest standards of professionalism and transparency. From managing records to preparing agendas, Teresa's wealth of experience will undoubtedly benefit the Fuquay-Varina community.
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Town Receives $959,752 Grant for Elevated Water Storage Tank |
Today, Congressman Wiley Nickel presented the Town of Fuquay-Varina with a $959,752 Community Project Funding Grant. This grant will partially finance a new 1.0 million-gallon elevated water storage tank, which will increase the town's storage capacity, help maintain its emergency water supply, and improve water pressure in low-pressure areas throughout the community.
Congressman Wiley also announced he has asked for $2 million in federal funding to help pay for conveyance lines, which are part of the Sanford Water Filtration Expansion Project.
Mayor Blake Massengill expressed gratitude, stating, “I want to thank Congressman Nickel and his office for helping us secure this funding and advocating for the Town of Fuquay-Varina. This is a great example of successful collaboration between local and federal government.”
The total estimated cost for the new water storage tank is $7 million.
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Fall 2024 youth sports registration is here! Sports will include baseball, softball, t-ball, volleyball, flag football, soccer, tackle football, cheerleading, and cross country.
Important Dates:
June 3: Resident registration opens
June 17: Non-residents registration opens
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Launch Fuquay-Varina Program Launches for Year Two |
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The Launch Fuquay-Varina program, offered by Wake Tech Community College at no cost, is now open for its second year of applications. This 12-week program, held at Fuquay Co-Working starting August 15th, is for those who live, work, or have a direct impact on Fuquay-Varina, NC (including Willow Spring). Classes take place once a week on Thursday nights.
The Launch Fuquay-Varina program is made possible through a partnership with Wake Technical Community College, the Town of Fuquay-Varina, the Downtown Fuquay-Varina Rotary Club, the Rotary Club of Fuquay-Varina, Fuquay Coworking, and our local Chamber.
For more information on the program, expectations, and qualifications, please visit www.launchfv.org.
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Key Dates for Launch FV:
Application Deadline: July 5, 2024
Orientation: August 14
Classes: Augst 22-October 24
Graduation & Capstone Event: November 1-3
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Water Quality Report Available
The water provided to Fuquay-Varina customers continues to be of high quality and meets or exceeds all state and federal mandates. The 2023 Water Quality Report details the quality and safety of tap water provided by the Town of Fuquay-Varina. It provides information on the sources of water and testing results for the calendar year 2023. The Town purchases water from the City of Raleigh, Johnston County, and Harnett County.
Review the report. Printed copies of the report are available at the John W. Byrne Municipal Building and the Public Service Center.
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A Dash More News
Downtown Social Districts: They are open Thursday and Friday from 4-9 pm and Saturday from 12-9 pm. Visit FVSocialDistrict.org to review the maps, rules, and a list of participating businesses.
Training Note: The Fuquay-Varina Fire Department will be conducting training at 109 S. Ennis Street over the next few weeks. If you see apparatus in this area, it is likely a result of training!
Lane Closure Notice: The northbound lane of Hilltop Road between Kennebec Road and Rowland Grants subdivision (near 5906 Hilltop Road) will be closed between June 3 - 28 during the daytime by NCDOT working daytime hours (9 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday). Flaggers will direct traffic.
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M.A.NiFest
Juneteenth-Two Day Celebration
Visit the event pages to learn more and register!
The Town of Fuquay-Varina is a sponsor of M.A.NiFest
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Saturday, June 15
Join the Fuquay-Varina Police Department for the Bowling 4 the GOLDFLAME bowling tournament in support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina.
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The Growers Market is celebrating Senior Day! Open from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 121 N. Main Street (Fuquay-Varina Chamber parking lot). The Town partners with the Growers Market.
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John W. Byrne Municipal Building |
134 N. Main Street
Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
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