Community and Workshops

Want to learn more about volunteer opportunities in Raleigh? Join us for Connect Raleigh: Giving Back Through Volunteerism! This family-friendly event will highlight volunteer-based organizations in the City of Raleigh. Drop by to learn about how you can connect with your community as a volunteer, enjoy snacks and games, and have fun! Planning to attend? Registration is not required, but you can fill out the RSVP form to stay in the loop!

The City is hosting a Pre-Proposal Conference for developers interested in the Downtown Rental Housing Development RFP. This is an opportunity for prospective proposers to speak with City staff about the RFP and get their questions answered. Please register for the webinar in advance.

ALL VOICES MATTER!!! Raleigh Housing Authority welcomes the Community to meet with the Heritage Park Development & Planning Team PROJECT GOALS The Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA) wants to redevelop Heritage Park to improve housing options for its current residents and the community. We will emphasize the importance of community engagement and an inclusive master planning process. We look forward to meeting you and sharing next steps. MEETING DETAILS DATE: Wednesday, June 28, 2023 TIME: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM LOCATION: RHA Community Room 971 Harp Street Raleigh, NC 27604 In the meeting we will discuss: • The roles of the development and planning team members. • The planning process, schedule, and next steps. • Community input and feedback. • Refreshments will be provided. • Children welcome. Activities will be provided. To receive ongoing project information and updates register at: https://forms.gle/5gBSCWJGT75VRaQ76 For more information contact: Bridget Wall-Lennon, BLWall Consulting BLWC@BLWallConsulting.com

For those unable to attend the Downtown South project's May meeting, will be hosting a second quarterly public meeting on June 29th, 2023, from 6:00 - 7:00pm. This meeting will be held via Zoom. The Zoom link for the meeting can be found below: This meeting is open to the public. Please share the below Zoom link with anyone who may be interested in learning more about the Downtown South project. ZOOM INFORMATION: Link: https://morningstarlaw.group/06292023.mtg

If you are a small, HUB/MWBE firm make plans now to join us Tuesday, July 11, 2023, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for an information session to learn more about upcoming projects with Wake Tech, Wake County Public Schools, and the City of Raleigh. With over $1.2 Billion in bonds approved by Wake County voters in November 2022, this is the time and place to learn more and get involved. For more information, please view the information below: Wake Tech: $353.2M - 2022 Workforce Forward Bond Wake County Public Schools: $530.7M - Wake County Public Schools Bond City of Raleigh: $275M - City of Raleigh Parks Bond Referendum Space is limited for this event. Please register online!

Are you looking to purchase your first home or a current homeowner? Attend our Homeownership Information Session! Prospective homeowners: Purchasing a home for the first time is a complicated and costly process! Drop by to learn about the City’s homebuyer assistance programs, affordable homeownership programs in the area, and attend a mini homeownership workshop. Current homeowners: We’re here to help preserve the longevity of your home! Learn about City programs to address needed home repairs and maintenance and more. Visit the City's website to learn more about the event and register for a Mini Homebuyer Workshop. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments and child care will be available. Questions? Contact Holly Gallagher, Communications Analyst at 919-996-6936 or holly.gallagher@raleighnc.gov