City Budget Listening Session - District E
2025-01-08 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edwards Mill Road, 27612
The City of Raleigh wants to hear from you!
The Budget and Management Services Department is hosting eight listening sessions to hear how residents want their tax dollars spent. Your input is critical to creating an equitable City budget.
Join us at the Laurel Hills Community Center for a City budget listening session on Wednesday, Jan. 8 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Register online.
If you speak a different language and need interpretation, let us know in the sign up form, and we’ll provide an interpreter free of charge.
Learn more about our budget listening sessions.

On-site Hours at the Former DMV Site
2025-01-09 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-13 11:00 - 14:00 | DMV Site, 1100 New Bern Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Raleigh’s Community Engagement team will be at the Former DMV site.
Stop by and say hello to our team members. Learn more about the Former DMV site project and other city projects!

City Budget Listening Session - District B
2025-01-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
The City of Raleigh wants to hear from you!
The Budget and Management Services Department is hosting eight listening sessions to hear how residents want their tax dollars spent. Your input is critical to creating an equitable City budget.
Join us at the Abbots Creek Community Center for a City budget listening session on Thursday, Jan. 9 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Register online.
If you speak a different language and need interpretation, let us know in the sign up form, and we’ll provide an interpreter free of charge.
Learn more about our budget listening sessions.

City Budget Listening Session - District C
2025-01-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Barwell Road Community Center, 5857 Barwell Park Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
The City of Raleigh wants to hear from you!
The Budget and Management Services Department is hosting eight listening sessions to hear how residents want their tax dollars spent. Your input is critical to creating an equitable City budget.
Join us at the Barwell Road Community Center for a City budget listening session on Monday, Jan. 13 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Register online.
If you speak a different language and need interpretation, let us know in the sign up form, and we’ll provide an interpreter free of charge.
Learn more about our budget listening sessions

Community Engagement Board - Policy Meeting
2025-01-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
Please join us for the Community Engagement Board Policy Subcommittee meeting.
When: Jan. 27
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington St. Raleigh, NC 27601

Oaks and Spokes Free Bike Repairs
2025-02-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Peach Road Cultural Center, 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh, 27603
Oak and Spokes and Peach Road host quarterly pop-up free bike repair events. Come out and say hello to our team!

Community Outreach at Refugee Hope Partners
2025-02-11 11:30 - 13:00 | Refugee Hope Partners Welcome Center, 6625-015 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC, 27615
Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh’s community engagement vehicle is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to:
Learn about projects impacting your community;
Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs;
Get assistance navigating our website and services; and,
Much more!

Community Outreach at Five Points Center -- cancelled
2025-02-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States

A City in Motion: Traffic and Transportation Solutions - POSTPONED for weather
2025-02-19 18:30 - 20:30 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
State of the City: Transportation in Raleigh and Community Conversation

Raleigh is growing and its infrastructure is changing. Hear from national and state experts about the challenges of future growth and the importance of sustainability, emissions reduction, and responsible development.

Explore how transportation affects our daily lives through topics including:

How to create effective transportation networks

How greenways fit into our transportation system

How to create a system that allows for choices between cars and other modes of travel

Opportunities to keep improving our transit system

Wednesday, February 19 | 6-8 p.m.
Chavis Community Center

State of Raleigh Transportation
Panel Discussion with Regional Transportation Planners
Community Conversation

Ask-A-Planner: Traffic and Transportation Solutions
2025-02-25 15:00 - 18:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Have questions about traffic and transportation? Want to speak to someone one-on-one? Our staff will be available to provide answers about transportation, traffic, and the Next Comprehensive Plan at these following Ask-A-Planner events:

February 25, 3-6 p.m. at Green Road Community Center.

February 27, 3-6 p.m. at Carolina Pines Community Center.

March 3, 3-6 p.m. Virtual. Register to attend.

Ask-A-Planner: Traffic and Transportation Solutions
2025-02-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States

Ask-A-Planner: Traffic and Transportation Solutions - Virtual
2025-03-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting

Biltmore Hills Community Conversations
2025-03-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Raleigh Transportation invites you to have a conversation and to get more information on the Dandridge Drive Neighborhood Bikeway project and other projects in the Biltmore Hills area.
This event provides an open space to learn about planned transportation projects and clear up any concerns. Community members can share other areas they feel the city should evaluate.
City staff will be available to answer questions.

Community Engagement Outreach at Green Road Community Library
2025-03-20 10:30 - 12:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh’s Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to:

Learn about projects impacting your community;
Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs;
Get assistance navigating our website and services; and,
Much more!

Ask-A-Planner: Branching Out: Trees and Urban Ecosystems - Virtual
2025-03-20 15:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting
If you missed our Reflecting Raleigh Community Conversation or have additional thoughts, join us for Ask-A-Planner! Talk one-on-one with Planning & Urban Forestry staff on programs and efforts related to Raleigh’s trees.

Thursday, March 20
3-6 p.m.
Virtual
Monday, March 24
3-6 p.m.
Biltmore Hills Community Center
Thursday, March 27
3-6 p.m.
Walnut Creek Wetland Center
This event will feature tours beginning at 4:30 p.m. from students in the Neighborhood Ecology Corps of the Center.

Ask-A-Planner: Branching Out: Trees and Urban Ecosystems
2025-03-24 15:00 - 18:00 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610

Five Points Streetscape and Safety Study Final Touchpoint
2025-03-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
The City of Raleigh invites you to the final touchpoint for the Five Points Streetscape and Safety Study.
Your input has been invaluable throughout this process and we want to ensure you stay informed on what comes next.
Join us to review the study’s findings, explore potential next steps and ask questions about what future improvements could look like.
There will be a presentation and interactive boards for review.

Ask-A-Planner: Branching Out: Trees and Urban Ecosystems
2025-03-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC, 27610

Egg-stravagant Basket Giveaway
2025-04-12 11:00 - 14:00 | DMV Site, 1100 New Bern Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us for a fun-filled Spring Basket Giveaway at the former DMV site! Children can receive special baskets filled with treats, and there will also be baskets available for adults. Enjoy a variety of activities, including bounce houses, music, and more. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the season with your community!

Rooted and Growing: Neighborhood Change
2025-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 3703 Tryon Road, Raleigh, 27606
Join us for Rooted and Growing: Neighborhood Change, part of the Reflecting Raleigh Community Conversation series. This two-part event will feature speakers discussing the programs, solutions, and benefits of neighborhood change. You’re invited to be part of the conversation.
Tuesday, April 15 | 6-8 p.m.
Keynote Presentation
Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

Your opinions and ideas are important to us. Each night will feature a different program, and you will have a chance to engage with staff and hear information about current projects.
Registration is encouraged but not required. If you have dietary restrictions, or require language services, please let us know. Childcare will be available.

Rooted and Growing: Neighborhood Change
2025-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Saint Matthews Baptist Church, 5410 Louisburg Road, Raleigh, 27616

Earth Day Celebration 2025
2025-04-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Earth Day, 1930 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27605
Join our Community Engagement Team as we attend the Earth Day Celebration! Residents will be able learn more about engagement opportunities, programs, and services that impact you. We look forward to seeing you there!

Ask-A-Planner: Rooted and Growing: Neighborhood Change
2025-04-28 15:00 - 18:00 | Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States
If you missed our Reflecting Raleigh Community Conversation or have additional thoughts, join us for Ask-A-Planner! Talk one-on-one with Planning staff on programs and efforts related to Raleigh’s neighborhood change.

Monday, April 28
3-6 p.m.
Method Community Center
Wednesday, April 30
3-6 p.m.
Tarboro Road Community Center
Tuesday, May 6
3-6 p.m.
Virtual

Ask-A-Planner: Rooted and Growing: Neighborhood Change
2025-04-30 15:00 - 18:00 | Tarboro Road Community Center

Outreach at North Regional Library
2025-05-06 10:00 - 11:30 | North Regional Library, 7009 Harps Mill Road, Raleigh, NC, 27615

Ask-A-Planner: Rooted and Growing: Neighborhood Change - Virtual
2025-05-06 15:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting

Outreach at Duraleigh Community Library
2025-05-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Duraleigh Road Community Library, 5800 Duraleigh Road
May 13
2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
5800 Duraleigh Road

Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh’s Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to:

Learn about projects impacting your community;
Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs;
Get assistance navigating our website and services; and,
Much more!

View Community Engagement event calendar

Sociable City Assessment Summit
2025-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Dix Park Chapel, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Join us on Wednesday, May 13 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Chapel in Dix Park to hear a summary of findings from the Sociable City Assessment.
In 2024, the City contracted with the Responsible Hospitality Institute (RHI) who produced the study. The aim of the Sociable City Assessment was to analyze the social economy’s strengths, challenges and opportunities of the Fayetteville Street District and Glenwood South District.
Consultants from RHI will be presenting their findings. All project participants and the community are welcome.
For more information about the Sociable City Assessment and process, visit the Responsible Hospitality Institute Raleigh site.

Outreach at Green Road Community Library
2025-05-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Green Road Community Library, 4101 Green Road, Raleigh, NC, 27604
May 21
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
4101 Green Road

Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh’s Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to:

Learn about projects impacting your community;
Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs;
Get assistance navigating our website and services; and,
Much more!
