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A monthly digest of news, events, and other updates from The Peak of Good Living!
December 2022
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December / January Events
Other Dates to Note
1st and 3rd Saturdays in Dec/Jan - Apex Farmers Market
December 13 - Apex Town Council Meeting
December 23, 26, 27 - Holiday, Town offices and facilities closed
January 2 - Holiday, Town offices and facilities closed
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| Event Highlight: Holiday Tour of Lights
Have you heard about the Apex Holiday Tour of Lights? 32 homes and businesses across town have volunteered to spread holiday cheer with beautiful light displays this year! The Tour of Lights provides two Route maps (A and B) with the most efficient way to see all of the stops along the way. Hop in the car, turn on your favorite holiday playlist, and enjoy the lights!
Make the most of your drive with these tips:
 Grab some hot chocolate, coffee, or eggnog to sip
 Pick up food from a local restaurant along the route or bring dinner for the ride
 Pack plenty of snacks because... Snacks.
 Create a fun Scavenger Hunt or BINGO game for everyone in your car to play
 Print out the Holiday Tour of Lights Map and rank your favorite displays
 Listen to holiday music and have a family sing-along
 Decorate your car with lights to join the festive fun
 Dress up in fun holiday clothes or comfy pajamas
 Use the Tour to reconnect with the people in your car or spend the time relaxing and unplugged
 Finish the drive with a sweet treat from a local store
The Apex Holiday Tour of Lights runs December 3rd - 31st from 6-9 pm every night. Learn more and view our printable and digital maps at www.apexnc.org/holiday
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Rewind! Reminders from Last Month's Issue
- Text OUT for power outages - Town of Apex electric utility customers can now report power outages via text message. Simply text "OUT" to (919) 372-7475. Learn more: www.apexnc.org/outage
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Holiday Recycling Tips
In the hurry of the holidays, we rush to get decorations up, gifts wrapped and ordered, and items checked off our lists. But we all can take a moment to remember that while many household items may be labeled as recyclable, our sorting facility may not accept certain items.
Don't be a 'wishful recycler'! Use our holiday recycling guide, and search the Waste Wizard to learn more about other materials.
Learn more: www.apexnc.org/wizard
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How to Recycle Christmas Trees
Turn your Christmas tree into mulch for Wake County park trails! Drop off your undecorated holiday trees at designated locations from December 26th through January 22. Note that all facilities will be closed for New Year's Day on Sunday, January 1st.
Closest drop off points in Apex are the Wake County Convenience Site (6120 Old Smithfield Road), and Harris Lake Park (2112 County Park Drive, New Hill).
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Service Changes for December / January Holidays
Christmas: All Town facilities and offices will be closed December 23, 26, and 27. Trash and recycling collection will run on normal schedule. Yard Waste collection will not be collected December 23, 26, and 27. Crews will service as many homes as possible during the shortened work weeks. We appreciate your patience as crews work on this condensed schedule.
New Years: All Town facilities and offices will be closed Monday, January 2nd. Trash and recycling will run on normal schedule during the week of January 2-6. Yard waste crews will service as many homes as possible Tuesday through Friday, collecting for ALL routes.
Remember! You can receive push notifications when collection schedules change due to holidays or inclement weather via the 'Apex Collects' mobile or web app!
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Rewind! Reminders from Last Month's Issue
- Downtown Project Designs: Stop by our Open House at the Apex Senior Center on December 6th to learn more about final designs
- Customer Service Survey: Help us develop a set of customer service standards by completing the Customer Service Survey by December 20th
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Applications for Council Vacancy Accepted Through December 9th
The application period is open now through December 9th to fill an open seat on the Apex Town Council. The seat is vacated by Councilmember Cheryl Stallings, who was elected to the Wake County Board of Commissioners last month.
The new member will be selected by the current Town Council members through an open and transparent process, and will serve the remainder of Stallings' council term ending in December 2023.
Learn more: www.apexnc.org/vacancy
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2022 Ornament Now Available
For the past five years, we've partnered with local artist Lew Wilson Art to design limited edition ornaments - all celebrating a landmark, event, or location in town.
This year's ornament commemorates the first ever Town-hosted fireworks event - Fireworks Frenzy! On July 3, 2022, thousands watched the display from Hunter Street Park and around Apex to celebrate Independence Day. The image featured on the ornament was captured during the display.
The ornament is available for pick up at The Depot (220 N. Salem Street).
Place your order at www.apexnc.org/ornament
Graphic: Screenshot of YouTube Player
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Affordable Housing Programs
The Apex Utility Customer Assistance Program (UCAP) is a partnership between the Town of Apex and Western Wake Crisis Ministry (WWCM). It provides a one-time payment to help eligible households pay their water, sewer, electric and/or solid waste utility bills.
How to apply? If you are interested in applying and learning more information about the program, visit the WWCM website or call (919) 362-0657.
Through our Apex Cares Housing Rehabilitation Program (Apex Cares), the Town of Apex partners with Rebuilding Together of the Triangle (RTT) to assist low-income homeowners with needed repairs that keep their homes safe and sanitary, fix hazardous structural conditions, help residents age in place, and improve accessibility for persons with disabilities.
How to apply? If you are interested in the program, you can apply online!
For more information about the program, call RTT at (919) 341-5980 or email RTT and mention the "Apex Cares Housing Rehabilitation Program".
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New Location for Apex Farmers Market
The Apex Farmers Market will be located at Beaver Creek Crossings, beginning Saturday, December 3rd. Stop by 1515 Beaver Creek Commons Drive and welcome them in their new location!
December also ushers in ‘Winter Market’ mode, which operates on the first and third Saturday of each month through March 2023. The market offers an incredible selection of fresh produce, artisanal meats, and locally made goods!
Learn more: https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com/
Photo credit: Apex Farmers Market
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Unity Mural is Complete
There's a new work of art in downtown Apex! Named "The Community Laughing Garden" by mural artist Loren Pease, this project was developed in collaboration with high school students, the Apex Police Department, Town Council and staff representatives, and the Apex Public Art Committee. The idea for this project came from a group of students that approached the town about creating a mural in support of the social justice movement.
The mural is located beside the Apex Police Department at 205 Saunders Street.
Learn more about Public Art in Apex.
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Apex Town Hall
73 Hunter Street (physical) | PO Box 250 (mailing)
Apex, NC 27502
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