Valley Drive Sidewalk Project Public Meeting

Optimist Park Community Center 5900 Whittier Drive, Raleigh

The City plans to install a sidewalk on east side of Valley Drive from the existing sidewalk beyond Hatherleigh Court to Lynn Road. We are having a drop-in style meeting on December 12, from 5:30-7 p.m., at the Optimist Community Center. The meeting is a great opportunity for residents to see the plans and ask questions about the project. City staff will be on hand to talk with residents about the project, but no formal presentation will be made.

Wake BRT: Northern Corridor Open House

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

Join us for the Wake BRT Downtown Open House at Raleigh Union Station on the main floor.Limited paid parking is available at Raleigh Union Station. Additional paid parking of $2/hour is available across the street at the Dillon parking deck (223 S West St).To learn more about BRT visit here and to find other opportunities to engage visit here.

Parks Committee

Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

The committee is responsible for the study of issues related to park facilities, features, developments, and modifications. The committee prepares recommendations and proposals for the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board based on in-depth review and study of park-related issues and concerns. The Parks 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 6:00 pm.

Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board

Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

1. Call to Order 2. General Public Requests and Comments – (Please limit comments to 3 minutes) 2.1 We invite each person wishing to speak before the Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board to stand at the podium, state your name and address, and make your statement. Your information will be received and either placed on the next agenda, forwarded to a subcommittee, forwarded to the Raleigh City Council, referred to the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Director, or received as information. 3. Committee Report - Liaison Representative 3.1 Raleigh Youth Council (RYC) 4. Presentation 4.1 Raleigh's Sustainable Business Toolkit 4.2 Updated Park Locator App Demonstration 5. Directors Report 5.1 Director 6. Committee Reports - Standing Committees 6.1 Parks Committee 6.2 Fred Fletcher Volunteer Committee 6.3 Greenways Committee 6.4 Sustainability, Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee 7. Committee Reports - Liaison Representatives 7.1 Arts Commission and PADB 7.2 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission 7.3 City of Raleigh Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board 7.4 Dix Leadership Committee 7.5 Historic Resources and Museum Advisory Board 7.6 PRCR Parks Bond Community Engagement Liaison Reports This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 8. Chair Report/Announcements 8.1 Chair 9. Board Comments or Topics for Discussion 10. Adjournment 10.1 Adjourn […]

Job Fair at Method Park

Method Road Community Center 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

Connect with employers across Raleigh at our job fair! If you're looking for a job, you can talk to companies and get help with your resume from Amplio Recruiting. We'll also have snacks! This event is made possible with the help of the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, Lutheran Services Carolinas, and Amplio Recruiting. Ages: 18+Cost: Free

Public Open House – Leesville Community Park and Strickland Road Park

Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

Raleigh Parks is hosting a public open house on Jan. 27, to present the draft schematic designs for improvements to Leesville Community Park and Strickland Road Park. Learn more about Leesville Community Park and Strickland Road Park Improvements.

Durant Road 36-Inch Transmission Main Public Meeting

Abbotts Creek Community Center 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC

Join us for an informative open house event to learn more about the Durant Road 36-inch Water Transmission Main project. The new water main will extend from the E.M. Johnson Water Treatment Plant to Capital Boulevard. Drop in at any time during the above hours to review project information and speak with members of the project team.

Parks Committee

Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

The committee is responsible for the study of issues related to park facilities, features, developments, and modifications. The committee prepares recommendations and proposals for the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board based on in-depth review and study of park-related issues and concerns. The Parks 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 6:00 pm.

Celebrate Mardi Gras!

John Chavis Community Center 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, United States

Come experience the festivities of Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park! We will have food trucks, music, and fun for all ages! Other activities include mask-making and a bead giveaway. Ages: AllCost: Free

Wake BRT: Southern Corridor Station Area Plan Open House

Biltmore Hills Park 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC

Winter 2024 Open Houses Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) New Bus Rapid Transit will connect downtown Raleigh to Garner Station via Wilmington Street. This will mean more frequent and faster bus transit connections.  Station Area Planning New Bus Rapid Transit will attract new residents, businesses, and investment to areas around new stations. The Station Area Plan will ensure that these changes benefit existing residents and businesses, as well as visitors.  Key topics include: Walking and biking paths to stations. Housing for current and future residents. Strategies for existing businesses to thrive in the future. Regulations and policies to shape new development. Station Area Plan Options and Alternatives Join us to explore how we can achieve station area plan goals. New and enhanced sidewalks and pedestrian crossings.  Expanded bike connections. Future development options – homes, businesses, community facilities. Affordable housing strategies.  Spaces for existing businesses to grow.  Open spaces and public amenities.  We will be sharing the same information at each of the following Open Houses.  Open HouseThursday, February 15, 2024: 4:00-6:30 p.m.Biltmore Hills Community Center2615 Fitzgerald Dr., Raleigh, NC 27610   Open HouseSaturday, February 17, 2024: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Carolina Pines Community Center2305 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh, NC 27603   Online WebinarThursday, February […]

Wake BRT: Southern Corridor Station Area Plan Open House

Carolina Pines Community Center 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

Winter 2024 Open Houses Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) New Bus Rapid Transit will connect downtown Raleigh to Garner Station via Wilmington Street. This will mean more frequent and faster bus transit connections.  Station Area Planning New Bus Rapid Transit will attract new residents, businesses, and investment to areas around new stations. The Station Area Plan will ensure that these changes benefit existing residents and businesses, as well as visitors.  Key topics include: Walking and biking paths to stations. Housing for current and future residents. Strategies for existing businesses to thrive in the future. Regulations and policies to shape new development. Station Area Plan Options and Alternatives Join us to explore how we can achieve station area plan goals. New and enhanced sidewalks and pedestrian crossings.  Expanded bike connections. Future development options – homes, businesses, community facilities. Affordable housing strategies.  Spaces for existing businesses to grow.  Open spaces and public amenities.  We will be sharing the same information at each of the following Open Houses.  Open HouseThursday, February 15, 2024: 4:00-6:30 p.m.Biltmore Hills Community Center2615 Fitzgerald Dr., Raleigh, NC 27610   Open HouseSaturday, February 17, 2024: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Carolina Pines Community Center2305 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh, NC 27603   Online WebinarThursday, February […]

Wake BRT: Western Corridor Station Area Plan Open House

Method Road Community Center 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

Winter 2024 Open Houses Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Bus Rapid Transit is coming to Wake County! The western corridor will connect downtown Raleigh to downtown Cary along Western Boulevard. This will mean more frequent service and faster bus transit connections.  Station Area Planning New Bus Rapid Transit will attract new residents, businesses, and investment to areas around new stations. The Station Area Plan will ensure that these changes benefit existing residents and businesses, as well as visitors.  Key topics include: Walking and biking paths to stations. Housing for current and future residents. Strategies for existing businesses to thrive in the future. Regulations and policies to shape new development. Station Area Plan Options and Alternatives Join us to explore how we can achieve station area plan goals. New and enhanced sidewalks and pedestrian crossings.  Expanded bike connections. Future development options – homes, businesses, community facilities. Affordable housing strategies.  Spaces for existing businesses to grow.  Open spaces and public amenities.  We will be sharing the same information at each of the following Open Houses.  Open HouseSaturday, February 17, 2024: 12:30-2:30 p.m.Method Road Community Center514 Method Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607   Open HouseTuesday, February 20, 2024: 4:00-6:30 p.m. Powell Drive Community Center740 Powell Dr., […]