Open Houses and Public Hearings

Raleigh Stormwater is hosting a public meeting to share information about the Saybrook Neighborhood Drainage Study and to hear your feedback. Stop by at your convenience to talk with stormwater staff! Meeting Details When: Wednesday, May 29 from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Where: Abbots Creek Community Center (9950 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC 27614) About the Project The City is currently conducting a study to identify improvements that address flooding in the Saybrook at the Falls neighborhood. The study includes data collection and modeling of the drainage system. Results of the study will be presented at the public meeting on May 29. We will also gather your feedback on the recommendations.

Raleigh Stormwater and Raleigh Parks are hosting the second public open house for the Wetland Conversion of Upper Durant Lake project. Join us to learn about the project progress and next steps, the preferred wetland alternative, and how you can get involved! Details When: Wednesday, July 24, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Where: Campbell Lodge at Durant Nature Preserve, 3237 Spottswood Street, Raleigh, NC 27615 Note: The meeting location is accessible through the south entrance of Durant Nature Preserve. Please type and use the full address of the lodge to populate accurate directions. Learn more about the Upper Durant Lake project.

Please join us to learn and share your thoughts on the programming and activity plans for the park bond projects in Southeast Raleigh: John Chavis Aquatic Center and Heritage Plaza John P. "Top" Greene Community Center South Park Heritage Walk Each designer will share their preliminary concepts for each project and we want to hear from you! Youth activities will be provided. Learn more and get involved! Ages: AllCost: Free

Join us for a Public Meeting to discuss the Biltmore Hills Tennis Expansion Project. This public workshop will be a drop-in style open house meeting.  Staff and consultants will be there to help explain and to answer questions about the Schematic plan and project schedule.  Staff from Raleigh Parks will be in attendence to answer questions. Ages: AllCost: Free

Join us for a Public Meeting to discuss the Biltmore Hills Tennis Expansion Project. This public workshop will be a drop-in style open house meeting.  Staff and consultants will be there to help explain and to answer questions about the Schematic plan and project schedule.  Staff from Raleigh Parks will be in attendance to answer questions. Ages: AllCost: Free

Please join us to learn and share your thoughts on the programming and activity plans for the park bond projects in Southeast Raleigh: John Chavis Aquatic Center and Heritage Plaza John P. "Top" Greene Community Center South Park Heritage Walk Each designer will share their preliminary schematic (advanced drawings) designs for each project, and we want to hear from you! Youth activities will be provided. Learn more and get involved! Ages: AllCost: Free

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.

Our team has completed the early design plans for the project, and we want to get the public's input. We have a drop-in style meeting scheduled on Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 4 - 7 p.m., at the Sertoma Arts Center. Raleigh Parks will provide an update on the replacement of two (2) bridge structures located along an unpaved section of Mine Creek Trail. The project consultant and City staff will be present to answer questions.

Learn about the Walnut Creek Trail Improvement Project! Join us for our Walnut Creek Trail Improvement Project drop-in style open house event to learn more about the project.

Learn about the Walnut Creek Trail Improvement Project! Join us for our Walnut Creek Trail Improvement Project drop-in style open house event to learn more about the project.

Upcoming Public Meeting Raleigh Stormwater is hosting an open-house style public meeting to: Update the community on project progress and next steps Present the process used to develop design alternatives Present the preferred wetland alternative recommended by the design consultant and chosen by the City of Raleigh Seek input on design details and future programming through a visual preference survey. Background Raleigh Stormwater is designing a wetland conversion of Upper Durant Lake. This project has several goals for the community members and local wildlife who enjoy the preserve. Goals of the wetland conversion include: Address the failing dam; Preserve and diversify natural habitat for native wildlife; Improve water quality, Expand environmental education opportunities; and, Ensure long-term viability of the Durant Nature Preserve. Learn more about the project, goals, and schedule.