THE MAYOR'S WELCOME
			I walked in my first gravel pit when I was a mere three years old. Actually, I fell into one on a family vacation in England while visiting our relatives who, incidentally, represent generations of "loam farmers." I have gravel and dirt in my blood. I wasn't very seriously hurt in the tumble, just a fractured collar bone and rib, but one thing is for sure: from that moment on, I became one with the gravel pit and began to appreciate them for what they are: things of beauty. Which is why, as mayor of Cary, I am proud to oversee a community of pits. As we say here in Cary: "a gravel pit is not an eyesore, but a sight for sore eyes."
			The pits make Cary very unique. We are a community that embraces gravel pits. Sure, there are some downsides to having so many pits. But we in Cary have learned to adapt to the pits. We have an award winning water importation service. We distribute free dust masks to members of the community. We offer discounted power-washing of homes. We have a top-notch helicopter rescue squad for those occasional accidents. Therefore, we are able to appreciate the pits and enjoy all that they have to offer. We have rock climbing facilities in the pits and Cary boasts one of the best rock climbing teams in the world. We have amazing views. Although we may not have much wildlife anymore, that is made up by the spectacular array of canyons and cliffs. And, the dust from the pits have one tremendous benefit: the sunsets here in Cary are unparalleled to anywhere else in the world. Come to Cary. See the sunset. Explore a pit. Climb a rock. You won't forget your experience here. And, who knows, you just may want to stay. Sincerely, Mayor Stan Loamal PS. When visiting Cary, please stop by the Visitor's Center across from the railroad station and pick up your complimentary dust mask, courtesy of Meyer Material Co.
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