Follow the Money – 2026 Campaign Finance Reports
This chart shows you the contributions made to the candidates for this election cycle through June 30, 2026. A large majority of what the City Councilors are responsible for are decisions related to development. These are the candidates that the development industry is supporting. It’s up to you to decide how you want to factor this information into your voting decision.
September 8, 2026 Raleigh City Council Meetings
Highlights from September 8 Work Session and Public Comments Session
URGENT CALL TO ACTION – SOUTH PARK NEIGHBORS – Z-22-26
Is everyone in South Park aware of what is happening with Z-22-26 and the potential removal of our neighborhood’s existing height restrictions? “The sole purpose of this rezoning request is to remove the subject site from the 28.7-foot height limitation restriction of the South Park NCOD.”
Community Organizers have Reactivated Raleigh’s Central CAC!
We’re pleased to announce that the Central CAC has officially been reactivated as of this past week!
September 1, 2026 Raleigh City Council Meeting
Highlights from September 1 Raleigh City Council meetings
Before We Decide Shaw’s Future, We Should Remember Its Past
One day, today’s students will tell their children about Shaw University. The story they tell will depend on the decisions we make today. History is watching. And so are the generations yet to come.
Press Pause on Data Centers
Livable Raleigh recommends that the Raleigh City Council pause consideration of any new data centers pending a careful study of their benefits and impacts, with public engagement and adoption of a data center review process.
2026 City Council Endorsements
At Livable Raleigh, we advocate for meaningful community input in City Council decisions and robust support for affordable housing. We aim to return City policy to the people by reducing the influence of wealthy development interests while championing resident-led city decisions. Consistent with these positions, we are endorsing these candidates in the Raleigh City Council Elections:
Your Donations Make a Difference
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City Council Meeting August 18, 2026
Highlights from Work Session and Afternoon Session of August 18 Raleigh City Council Meeting