City Manager's Report

May 19, 2023 | FayettevilleNC.gov

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National Police Week is recognized and celebrated May 14 through May 20. This is a time we acknowledge and commend our officers with the Fayetteville Police Department and our partners who are in law enforcement while also honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty protecting our communities.

During a recent council regular meeting, Mayor Colvin along with City Council recognized our brave and selfless officers proclaiming this week as police week. Our police officers work each day to help improve the quality of life for our residents by protecting and providing a safe and secure community despite the odds against them. The most recent example is when five Fayetteville Police Officers jumped into the Cape Fear River early Friday morning to rescue someone who was observed by another citizen jumping into the water from the Person Street Bridge.

To honor those who lost their lives in the line of duty, the Fayetteville Police Department held a wreath laying at the Fallen Officer Memorial by the police station. Unfortunately, the criminal justice system can be confusing to some of us which may make us question how the process works. We have an opportunity on May 31 during the virtual

Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Town Hall to get a better understanding from professionals about how the process of the criminal justice system works. Our goal is that this will serve as an educational event to understanding how the system and process works. There will be no specific case discussed during the webinar. If you would like to participate, please register at https://bit.ly/3M048gu. When you register, there will be an opportunity to submit a question you may have about the criminal justice system.

I appreciate all the hard work from our City employees as many of them give everything they have for Fayetteville residents and fellow employees. I hope you all have a wonderful and relaxing weekend.

Best,

Doug

Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) will reinstate collection of fares for all fixed route and paratransit services on July 1 after suspending collecting fares in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020.

Over the past three years, FAST worked tirelessly to keep both employees and passengers safe by implementing new safety measures and procedures such as rear door boarding and sanitizing vehicles and facilities daily.

FAST will begin selling passes on June 1. Riders can purchase passes at the Transit Center located at 505 Franklin St. Carlie C’s will also sell FAST passes, however, options are limited to 5-Day, 5-Day Discount, 30-Day, 30-Day Discount, 30-Day Youth and Summer Fun Passes. The four Carlie C’s locations are Eutaw, Bordeaux, Reilly Road and Cedar Creek.

Riders should have their fares prepared prior to boarding the bus and provide exact change as operators cannot handle cash and make change. City of Fayetteville employees can continue to ride fare free by displaying their City identification badge.

FAST is encouraging staff and customers to wear masks in FAST facilities and vehicles, however it is not mandatory.

Visit www.RideFAST.net for more information. Download the free TransLoc Rider app that allows users to see buses moving in real-time, see the location and heading of buses in their vicinity and get accurate arrival predictions.

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City Update - Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane Season begins on June 1st and if you don't have your emergency supply kit ready, now is the time!

In this City Update, Scott Bullard, Emergency Management Coordinator with Fayetteville Fire Department, shares tips and information that will help you be prepared. For storm information, updates, and links for resources, visit FayettevilleNC.gov/Storm.

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Pools Opening Soon - Teaser

Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation pools will open for the swim season on Monday, May 29th.

Cost:

Resident: $1 for ages 12 and under; $2 for ages 13+
Non-Resident: $2 for 12 and under; $4 for ages 13+

For hours of operation and locations, visit FCPR.us/Aquatics

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Councilwoman Jensen Elected to State Board of Directors

Councilwoman Kathy Jensen was elected to the North Carolina League of Municipalities (NCLM) Board of Directors announced May 2.

Jensen joins the board representing Fayetteville in one of six large city seats, along with Raleigh, Durham, Charlotte, Winston-Salem and Greensboro.

Last Chance to Support FPD and Dunkin’ Special Olympics Fundraising

The Fayetteville Police Department (FPD) is wrapping up its annual partnership with Dunkin’ Donuts to raise funds for Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) May 24 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Supporters can donate through Dunkin’s Icon Campaign, where proceeds go to SONC, by visiting 3411 Ramsey St. on May 24. Visitors can purchase, fill out and place the Icon on a police vehicle with the goal to cover the vehicle in Icons.

City Receives ‘Blue Check’ For Social Media Account

The City of Fayetteville Marketing and Communications Department urges residents to be aware of several fake social media accounts claiming to be legitimate City of Fayetteville Government accounts.

The official Fayetteville Facebook page recently received a ‘blue check’ signifying that it is the official account releasing current, accurate and timely information. The official web address is facebook.com/cityoffayettevillegovernment .

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