On November 5th, Cary residents made a wise decision by voting down the proposed $500M+ parks bond referendum, rejecting it by a wide 10-point margin. This massive package, surprisingly omitting any support for aquatics, was clearly out of step with community priorities. While some may be disappointed by the outcome, this is a valuable opportunity. If this bond had passed, it likely would have postponed funding for much-needed aquatics facilities for years.

Frankly, it’s baffling that aquatics was completely omitted in the referendum. Cary is in desperate need for more pool facilities. Current options are limited, overcrowded, and Cary is not on par with comparable communities.

Durham Makes a Splash

Unlike Cary, our neighbors in Durham passed their own bond referendum last night, and guess what? It included funding for aquatics! Durham clearly recognizes the importance of investing in community pools. It’s time for Cary to catch up and better prioritize the needs of its residents.

The call for community-provided aquatics in Cary is far from over. This bond’s failure is an opportunity to make your voice heard—let town representatives know how important aquatics facilities are to our community.