Livable Raleigh

Parks, Recreation, and Greenways Advisory Board
2023-09-21 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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 Recreation Division – Overview of Cultural Outreach and Enrichment Program: “What We Do” Series

4.2 Parks Infrastructure: “What We Do” Series

4.3 Nomination Committee Designee – Vote

5. Minutes

5.1 Approval of the Last Meeting Minutes

6. Directors Report

6.1 Director

7. Committee Reports – Standing Committees

7.1 Parks Committee

7.2 Fred Fletcher Volunteer Committee

7.3 Greenways Committee

7.4 Sustainability, Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee

8. Committee Reports – Liaison Representatives

8.1 Arts Commission and PADB

8.2 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission

8.3 City of Raleigh Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board

8.4 Dix Leadership Committee

8.5 Historic Resources and Museum Advisory Board

8.6 PRCR Parks Bond Community Engagement Liaisons Report

8.7 2023 Sir Walter Raleigh Awards Jury
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

9. Chair Report/Announcements

9.1 Chair

9.2 PRGAB Park Visit Report

10. Board Comments or Topics for Discussion

11. Adjournment

11.1 Adjourn Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m.
The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public.
This meeting will be streamed for public viewing – watch meeting.
The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.

Worthdale Park Stream Restoration and Stormwater Improvements Public Meeting
2023-10-04 16:30 - 18:30 | Worthdale Park Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh, 27610
Join Raleigh Stormwater for a drop-in style meeting at the Worthdale Park Community Center to share your feedback on the upcoming stormwater project.
What We Will Provide

Updates on the Worthdale Park Stream Restoration and Stormwater Improvements project
Information about the benefits of natural stream channel design and green stormwater infrastructure (GSI)
Discussion opportunities for final design plans and construction timeline

Public Survey
We want to know how you utilize the park! The information you provide will help with project planning, schedule, and communication. Take our survey!

Parks, Recreation, and Greenways Advisory Board
2023-10-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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 “What We Do” Presentation- Urban Forestry

4.2 Raleigh Parks Plan Update

4.3 Dix Park Project Update

4.4 John Chavis-South Park Heritage Walk and John P “Top” Greene Situation Assessment and Joint Community Advisory Group
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

5. Minutes

5.1 Approval of the Last Meeting Minutes

6. Directors Report

6.1 Director

7. Committee Report – Standing Committees

7.1 Parks Committee

7.2 Kyle Drive Park Situation Assessment
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

7.3 Neuse River Park Situation Assessment
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

8. Committee Reports – Standing Committees

8.1 Fred Fletcher Volunteer Committee

8.2 Greenway Committee

8.3 Sustainability, Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee

9. Committee Reports – Liaison Representatives

9.1 Arts Commission and PADB

9.2 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission

9.3 City of Raleigh Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board

9.4 Dix Leadership Committee

9.5 Historic Resources and Museum Advisory Board

9.6 PRCR Parks Bond Community Engagement Liaison Reports
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

10. Chair Report/Announcements

10.1 Chair

11. Board Comments or Topics for Discussion

12. Adjournment

12.1 Adjourn Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m.
The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public.
This meeting will be streamed for public viewing – watch meeting.
The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.

Inglewood Sidewalk Project - Pop-up Public Meeting
2023-10-25 17:30 - 18:30 | NC
Join us for a pop-up style public meeting!
When? October 25, from 5:30 -6:30 p.m.
Where? Corner of Yadkin Drive and Inglewood Lane.
This is a great opportunity to talk with City staff and see the design plans.
Visit the Inglewood Sidewalk project page to learn more about this exciting project.

Colleton Road Sidewalk Public Meeting
2023-11-15 16:30 - 18:00 | NC
A New Sidewalk is Coming to Colleton Road
The City plans to install a sidewalk on Colleton Road along the east side of the street from Bertie Drive to Oakwood Avenue.
We are having an onsite public meeting on November 15, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., so residents can see the design plans and ask questions about the project.
The team will be on the corner of Colleton Road and Bertie Drive between 4:30 and 6 to talk with residents about the proposed sidewalk.
Learn more about the project.

Wake BRT: Northern Corridor Open House
2023-11-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612, United States
Join us for the Wake BRT Midtown Open House at the Sertoma Arts Center in the Raleigh Room.Free parking is available at the event location.To learn more about BRT visit here and to find other opportunities to engage visit here.

Wake BRT: Northern Corridor Open House
2023-11-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Durant Nature Preserve, 3237 Spottswood Street, Raleigh, 27615
Join us for the Wake BRT Triangle Town Center Open House at the Campbell Lodge – Durant Nature Preserve.Free parking is available at the event location.To learn more about BRT visit here and to find other opportunities to engage visit here.

Valley Drive Sidewalk Project Public Meeting
2023-12-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Optimist Park Community Center, 5900 Whittier Drive, Raleigh, 27609
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
2023-12-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Raleigh Union Station, 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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
2024-01-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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
2024-01-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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 Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m.
The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public.
This meeting will be streamed for public viewing – watch meeting.
The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.

Job Fair at Method Park
2024-01-24 12:00 - 14:00 | 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
2024-01-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Lake Lynn Community Center, 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, NC, 27613, 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
2024-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
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.

Celebrate Mardi Gras!
2024-02-13 16:00 - 19:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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
2024-02-15 16:00 - 18:30 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
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 22, 2024: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Register

Wake BRT: Southern Corridor Station Area Plan Open House
2024-02-17 09:30 - 11:30 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States

Wake BRT: Western Corridor Station Area Plan Open House
2024-02-17 12:30 - 14:30 | 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., Raleigh, NC 27606

Online WebinarWednesday, February 21, 2024: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Register

Wake BRT: Western Corridor Station Area Plan Open House
2024-02-20 16:00 - 18:30 | Powell Drive Park, 740 Powell Drive, 27606

Wake BRT: Western Corridor Station Area Plan Virtual Open House
2024-02-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Meeting

Wake BRT: Southern Corridor Station Area Plan Virtual Open House
2024-02-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Meeting

GSI in Urban Heat Islands Public Meeting
2024-02-24 11:00 - 13:00 | John Greene Park, 401 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Raleigh Stormwater would like your feedback on design and planting plans for this upcoming Green Stormwater Infrastructure in Urban Heat Islands project. Attend the upcoming public meeting at your convenience!

Background
Urban Heat Islands (UHIs) are areas throughout the city with few trees, little green space or large areas of paved space that can experience substantially higher temperatures than areas with more shade and less paved area. Raleigh Stormwater is identifying ways to use green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) to reduce UHI effects.
GSI will be coming early 2025 at the following locations:

Crest Road
East Martin Street
Gregg Street
Levister Court

Learn more about this upcoming project!

Pigeon House Branch Watershed Open House
2024-03-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Tarboro Road Community Center
Raleigh Stormwater is hosting an open house style public meeting to share updates on the Pigeon House Branch Watershed Study

Meeting Details
When: Tuesday, March 12 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Where: Tarboro Road Community Center (121 N Tarboro Street, Raleigh 27610)
Not able to attend? Visit the Pigeon House Branch Watershed Study website to learn about the study and see the survey results.

What’s a Watershed?
A watershed is an area of land where rainwater collects and flows or drains to a larger body of water. That can be a lake, stream, river, or ocean. The Pigeon House Branch Watershed is located in and near downtown Raleigh where water flows to Crabtree Creek and then to the Neuse River.
The goal is to identify ways to improve the watershed by:

Reducing flooding impacts
Renewing stormwater pipes and infrastructure that is in poor condition
Improving water quality
Repairing streambanks

The Great Eggstravaganza
2024-03-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Brier Creek Community Center, 10810 Globe Road, Morrisville, 27560
Hop on over to Brier Creek Community Center to experience The Great Eggstravaganza!
You’ll enjoy a variety of stations including arts & crafts, games, and snacks for the whole family. There will even be a chance to capture a picture with the Bunny himself! By visiting all stations, kids will receive a goodie bag to go, while supplies last. This event is indoors and free for all. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Ages: 0-12Cost: Free

Indigenous Women Making Traditional Culture Relevant
2024-04-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
During this free panel, Small Island Big Song artists and Charly Lowry (Lumbee/Tuscarora) will share their experiences as performers and cultural ambassadors. They will discuss the roles women have traditionally played in their respective cultures and discuss different ways in which they have found support and risen above challenges to realize their potential as artists and leaders in their communities. Moderated by Small Island Big Song co-founder BaoBao Chen.
Cost: FreeReserve Your SpotLight refreshments will be served.

Blue Ridge Road South - Pre-Construction Meeting
2024-04-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Glen Eden Pilot Park, 1500 Glen Eden Drive, Raleigh
We’re holding a Pre-Construction Meeting!
Where: Glen Eden Pilot Park, 1500 Glen Eden Drive, Raleigh, NC 27612
When: April 24, 6-7 p.m.
Construction will start on the Blue Ridge Road South Project this spring. Join us during the Pre-Construction Meeting to:

Meet the construction team;
Learn what to expect during construction;
View traffic control plans; and,
Ask construction related questions.

Open House at Method Community Park
2024-04-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States
Please join us in the Pioneer Building at Method Community Park to learn the latest information about the Method Park Bond Project, and share your thoughts on the programming and activity plans.
This is a Community Open House event, so drop in any time between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Children's Day
2024-04-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Come out to Moore Square on Friday, April 26 as we honor the spirit of childhood and celebrate the children in our city during our Children’s Day Event!
There will be food, inflatables, crafts, games, and live performances from Raleigh Little Theater and the Raleigh Music Collective Children’s Strings Class. Bring a chair or blanket and stay for a family movie in the square- Space Jam!
Ages: AllCost: Free

Chavis Health and Wellness Day
2024-04-27 10:00 - 15:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
We believe that health is wealth here at John Chavis Memorial Park and to demonstrate that Raleigh Parks is partnering with the Raleigh Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to hold a health and wellness day.
This free, family-friendly event will feature mental health exhibits, physical fitness classes, wellness information, food trucks with free $15 food vouchers while supplies last, and more!
Children’s activities will include inflatables, relay races, and other friendly competitions with prizes including Raleigh Parks gift cards! Participate for a chance to win one free week of Summer X-Press Camp (for ages 6-11) at Chavis!
Ages: AllCost: Free
