RHDC Research Committee

One Exchange Plaza 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh

Public Meeting - November 5, 2025 The Research Committee of the Raleigh Historic Development Commission will conduct a public meeting on Wednesday, November 5 at 8:30 a.m. at One Exchange Plaza, conference room 809. For questions about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov A. Call to Order B. Public Comment C. Old Business C.1 DRAFT: 2025 Inquiry Letters for RHL The Committee will review the Places Worthy of Preservation list and recently completed reports to send letters of interest. If the Committee agrees that the properties should be sent landmark inquiry letters, the letters will be prepared and signed at the next meeting. . See the complete list of Properties Worthy of Preservation . . Recently completed reports: Black Heritage and Historic Places: 1945-1975 report LGBTQIA+ Historic Context Study D. New Business D.1 DRAFT: Letter to Ligon School Alumni Association At the September 10th RHDC meeting, members of the Ligon High School alumni association spoke during public comment regarding the future of the school and requested information about landmarking possibilities. The RHDC referred the request to the Research Committee to gather additional information, which occurred at the October 1st committee meeting. During the committee report out at the October 8th RHDC […]

Explore Career Opportunities with the City of Raleigh – Virtual Information Session

Virtual Meeting

Looking for a rewarding career that makes a real impact? Join the City of Raleigh’s Virtual Information Sessions to learn about open roles and exciting career opportunities across various departments. Whether you’re passionate about public service, skilled in finance, dedicated to public safety, or anything in between, the city offers a variety positions that help shape the future of our vibrant community. Attend these sessions to get detailed insights into job openings, the recruitment process, and benefits, all from the comfort of your home. Don’t miss the chance to start your career with the City of Raleigh – register today and take the first step toward making a difference! Departments Attending: Finance Housing and Neighborhoods and Community Engagement Engineering (Vehicle Fleet Services) Date: Wednesday, Nov. 5 Time: 12-1:00 p.m. Registration: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/f22f1daa-28a9-48e1-ad9e-86d96052e37c@f03ae146-d945-4924-95c0-7b661c30ddbb

Active Adults Poetry Workshop – Five Points

Five Points Center for Active Adults 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh

Join public artist Austen Camille for a creative poetry workshop at the Five Points Active Adults Center. Together, we’ll explore the unique habitat of the River Cane Wetland, reflecting on what makes it a shared home for so many species. Guided writing prompts will help you craft your own poem, and your words will become part of the inspiration for upcoming public art at the new River Cane Wetland Park. Register for the workshop. Learn more about Public Art at River Cane Wetland Park.

Raleigh Transit Authority Finance and Policy Committee Meeting

Raleigh Union Station 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh

This committee reviews any budget/financial issues referred from the Transit Authority and other sub-committees as well as studies questions/policies related to transit and the GoRaleigh Access program. For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.

Sustainability, Wildlife, and Urban Trees Committee

Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh

The Sustainability Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street, Conference Room 303 at 4:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.

Raleigh Arts Commission’s New Applicant Grant Workshop 2

Virtual Meeting

New Applicant Workshop for 2026-2027 Raleigh Arts Commission Grants Interested in learning more about the City of Raleigh Arts Commission’s grant program and whether your nonprofit organization is eligible to apply for this funding? Two one-hour New Applicant Grant Workshops will be offered this November and are open to anyone interested in learning more about the Raleigh Arts Commission’s grant program. The workshops are free, but pre-registration is required. This virtual session is on Nov. 5, but an earlier in-person session will be held Nov. 1. The New Applicant Grant Workshop introduces potential applicants to the Raleigh Arts Commission’s grant program and provides in-depth information about eligibility requirements, the application process, and what happens once a grant has been awarded. Note that Raleigh nonprofits that have never received Arts Commission grant funding before and plan to apply for a 2026-2027 grant are required to attend one of the two New Applicant Grant Workshop sessions scheduled. New Applicant Workshop Session 2: When: Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 5-6 p.m. Location: This workshop will be held virtually on Zoom. Cost: Free Register online for this workshop. Learn more about the Raleigh Arts Commission's Arts Grant Program About the Raleigh Arts Partner Program The Raleigh Arts Partner Program works […]