Hosted by Live It Up Hillsborough Street. During the summer, restaurants and bars will have $5 small plate or drink offerings to introduce locals to the diverse and delicious food and beverages available from our Hillsborough Street District merchants during their normal business hours.
The Commission typically meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal. Design Review Commission public meetings will be broadcast live on RTN 11 and on our live streaming webpage. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.
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. Presentation 3.1 Raleigh Parks Plan Update 3.2 Kyle Drive Property - Proposed Renaming This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 3.3 Greenway Master Plan Update and Implementation This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 4. Action Item 4.1 Kyle Drive Property Master Plan Adoption This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 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 Nomination Ad hoc Committee […]
African American Baseball Symposium Gather at the City of Raleigh Museum for an enlightening exploration of the pivotal role African Americans have played in shaping the history of baseball. This event promises to unite scholars, enthusiasts, and former players in a deep dive into the rich tapestry of African American contributions to America's favorite pastime. This gathering offers a unique opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the profound impact of African American athletes on the sport and society as a whole. Cost: FreeAges: All ages
Elections, Libraries staff partner on one of largest initiatives to date The Wake County Board of Elections and Wake County Public Libraries are partnering to offer voter services at eight local libraries on Saturdays this summer. Events will take place from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. June 22 through Aug. 17, with the exception of July 6. Board of Elections staff will visit eight libraries over eight weekends to offer voter registration updates and upcoming election information. Visitors will also be able to get a photo voter ID, which is now required to be shown by registered voters who do not already have an acceptable ID. A full list of accepted voter IDs can be found at ncsbe.gov/voting/voter-id. “We always strive to empower more people to vote in Wake County by making information and resources as accessible as possible,” said Olivia McCall, Board of Elections director. “This collaboration with the libraries is an excellent opportunity for us to provide accurate information and help residents better prepare for the upcoming elections.” The two organizations have worked together to offer voter registration at local libraries for years, but this is one of the largest initiatives ever planned. The events provide a convenient opportunity for residents […]
The City of Raleigh will host an event for community members to come learn about the future of Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh Convention Center, and South Street. The cookout will feature bounce houses, live music, and snow cones. Staff from Performing Arts, Transportation, Planning, and Parks departments will be on hand to explain what's planned and answer questions. It's free and open to the public. Date: July 20 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Location: The City will close a portion of the 200 block of W. South Street from the railroad bridge to McDowell St (no access from Dawson to McDowell).
Celebrate the unveiling of the Asian Joy Mural and oral history project by artists Isabel Lu, Ina Liu, and Sophie To on Sunday, July 21 at the Grand Hall at Raleigh Union Station. This free and public event offers a unique opportunity to engage with oral histories of the AANHPI diaspora in North Carolina, exploring the convergence of Asianness, Southernness and community and highlighting how these experiences contribute to joy. Join us for the unveiling of the new mural, and learn more about the stories and people behind it. This project is presented as part of SEEK Raleigh, an experimental public arts program of Raleigh Arts. Learn more about the Asian Joy Mural. Event Details When: July 21, 2024, 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. Location: Grand Hall at Raleigh Union Station, 510 W Martin St, Raleigh, NC, 27601 Parking: Metered parking is available on site Cost: Free and open to the public Accessibility Accommodations: Raleigh Union Station is conveniently located at street level, with easy access to loading zones at their main entrance for parking and unloading of guests or equipment. The main level is fully accessible and includes handicapped accessible restrooms.
July 22, 2024 7:00 p.m. Biltmore Hills Community Center, 2615 Fitzgerald Dr., Raleigh, NC 27610 2504 Newbold Rd. Pre-Submittal R-10 w/Frequent Transit Overlay TO R-10 w/Frequent Transit Overlay & TOD (Additional Information) D Nick Hammer Burns
The Dix Park Leadership Committee exists to provide guidance to City staff, the Conservancy, and other partners on the implementation of the Dorothea Dix Park Master Plan. The Dix Park Leadership Committee meeting will be held in-person at the Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel at Dix Park, located at 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh NC 27603. View Meeting Agendas and Minutes using the City's paperless system.
July 23, 20246:00 p.m. Wingate by Wyndham, 6115 Corporate Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607 902, 916 Nowell Rd. Post Submittal R-4 TO RX-4-PL-CU (Additional Information) D
Phase II of the LGBTQIA+ Historic Context Study Help us unlock the history and discover past and present locations that are important to the LGBTQIA+ community in Raleigh. The Phase II kickoff community meeting will be held in person on Tuesday, July 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the Halifax Community Center (1023 Halifax St). Join the City's Historic Preservation staff to meet the new project consultant, receive project updates, and share stories of where LGBTQIA+ people gathered, met, celebrated, loved, and lived. Can't make the meeting? We'll post a meeting summary on the project webpage.