Livable Raleigh

Biltmore Hills Community Conversations
2025-03-08 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Just Bee Explores: Opening Reception | SEEK Raleigh
2025-03-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Birdland, 706 Mountford Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27603
The Grid Project will host an Opening Reception for just bee on Friday, March 7 from 6- 10 p.m.

Just Bee Explores is a solo exhibition by Esoderic that examines the intersections of art and spirituality through his perspective as an adventurous, critical Black boy.

Location: Birdland, 706 Mountford Ave, Raleigh NC
Exhibition dates: March 7-29

Read more about the exhibition and The Grid Project

John P. “Top” Greene Community Center Hosts Senior Resource Fair
2025-03-07 13:00 - 15:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
The John P. “Top” Greene Community Center is thrilled to announce the upcoming Senior Resource Fair, an event dedicated to empowering older adults with valuable information, resources, and opportunities for engagement.
This event will bring together a variety of local organizations, service providers, and community leaders who specialize in serving the needs of seniors. Attendees can explore resources related to healthcare, wellness, technology, and nutrition—all designed to support an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
Event Highlights Include:

Food Demonstrations and Nutritional Advice: Learn how to prepare healthy, delicious meals and gain tips for balanced nutrition.
Senior Primary Care Advisory: Expert guidance on managing chronic conditions and navigating healthcare options.
Health Benefits Specialist: Assistance in understanding and maximizing health benefits.
Senior Technology Seminar: Learn how to use smartphones, tablets, and other technologies to stay connected and informed.
Community Connections: Opportunities to network with local support groups and senior-focused organizations.

The Senior Resource Fair ensures that older adults in our community have access to the tools and knowledge they need to thrive! We invite all seniors, their families, and caregivers to join us for this enriching and supportive event. This free event is open to the public, and no prior registration is required.
Location: John P. “Top” Greene Community Center
Ages: 55 and older
Cost: Free
No Registration is Required

Parks Committee
2025-03-06 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.

Design Review Commission
2025-03-06 16:30 - 18:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – March 6, 2025

The City of Raleigh Design Review Commission will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, March 6 at 4:30 p.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street in the Council Chamber.

For more information about the meeting, please contact Kasey Evans or visit the Design Review Commission webpage.

A. Design Alternates – Old Business

1. DA-15-2024: Bragg Street Townhomes (103 and 107 Bragg St, and 1116 Mark St)
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B. Design Alternates – New Business

1. DA-4-2024: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (5000 Lead Mine Rd)
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2. DA-12-2024: Whataburger (6305 Falls of Neuse Rd)
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C. Approval of Minutes

1. Review February 6, 2025 Meeting Minutes

D. Report of the Commission’s Attorney

E. Report of the Chair and/or Vice Chair

F. Other Business

G. Adjournment

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.

Carolina Pines Accessible Playground Project Open House
2025-03-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Join us for an open house to discuss the future of Carolina Pines Park’s accessible playground!
We’re excited to share information about the project and gather your valuable input. This is a great opportunity to learn about the plans so far, ask questions, and most importantly, tell us what you envision for this important community space. Your feedback will help us create a playground that meets the needs of everyone in our community.
We want to hear from you!
Come share your hopes and desires for the new accessible playground at Carolina Pines Park. We’ll be on hand to discuss the project, answer your questions, and collect your ideas. Let’s work together to build a playground where everyone can play!
Location: Carolina Pines Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Stormwater Management Advisory Commission
2025-03-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Transportation Field Services Building, 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh, 27604
1. Welcome

A. Introductions

B. Excused Absences

2. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting

A. Approval of Minutes from February 6, 2025

3. Public Comment

A. Public Comment – In person meeting

4. Commission/Stormwater Staff Update on Matters of Importance

A. Staff and Commission Updates

B. High Priority Topics

C. Notices Prior to Construction

5. Modified Consent Agenda for Raleigh Rainwater Rewards Projects

A. Four Applications Requesting City Contribution

6. Stormwater’s FY26 Budget and Rate Proposal

A. Budget and Rate Proposal FY26

7. Review of Capture It! Arts Contest Finalists

A. The Capture It! Stormwater Arts Contest

8. Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Planning Commission Liaison

A. Election of Chair, Vice-Chair and Planning Commission Liaison

9. Review of Preliminary Topics for Upcoming Meeting(s)

A. Preliminary Topics for April 2025 – June 2025 SMAC Meetings

10. Other Business

A. Non Agenda Items

11. Adjournment

A. Adjourn Meeting

The registration link and agenda will be available a week before the meeting date. If you subscribe to this meeting series, you will receive the registration link and updates such as news and workshops.
This commission meets the first Thursday of every month. Members discuss various stormwater needs and issues. Then, provides recommendations to staff and reports to Raleigh City Council.
If you would like to speak at this meeting during public comment, please email us.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 3219 Poole Road
2025-03-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Worthdale Park Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh, 27610
Mar. 5
6:30 p.m.
Worthdale Community Center, 1001 Cooper Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
3219 Poole Road
Pre-Submittal
NX-3-CU TO NX-3-CU
(Additional Information)
C
Amy Crout
Tate

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 3621 & 3703 Page Road
2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Duraleigh Road Community Library, 5800 Duraleigh Road
Mar. 5
6:00 p.m.
Duraleigh Road Community Library
5800 Duraleigh Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
3621 & 3703 Page RdMorrisville, NC 27560
Pre-Submittal
RR TO IX-(?)
(Additional Information)
E
Chris Miller
Burns

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 5420 Louisburg Road (Z-54-24)
2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Mar. 5
6:00 p.m.
Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N New Hope Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604
5420 Louisburg Rd
Z-54-24
Post-Submittal
R-1 TO R-10
(Additional Information)
ETJ (B)
Hay’ralah Alghorazi
Klinger

Find your Dream Job This Summer with a Chance to Win Dreamville Tickets!
2025-03-05 17:00 - 19:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Raleigh Parks encompasses everything from youth and teen programs to nature and historic resources.
Our department has open, part-time positions relevant to all fields of study, career goals, and interests.
Chat with leaders from across the department, and submit employment interest forms on-site that go directly to our department’s top hiring managers, and enjoy free food and fun throughout!
Those who submit an employment interest form at the job fair will also be entered to win two tickets to Dix Park’s acclaimed Dreamville Festival! See you there!
Know what job you want? Apply Right Now
Location: John Chavis Community Center
Age: 15 and up
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink

Safe Streets For All (SS4A) Plan Meeting
2025-03-05 16:30 - 19:00 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
The City of Raleigh’s Transportation Department is hosting 5 public meetings from January through March to get important feedback from the community about transportation safety.
Your input will help shape Raleigh’s Safe Streets for All (SS4A) plan, which aims to stop serious injuries and deaths from crashes by 2045. The plan also wants to make our transportation system safer, fairer, and easier to use.
Public Meeting Schedule

Tuesday, January 28; 4:30 – 7 p.m. — Barwell Road Community Center (District C); 5857 Barwell Park Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610
Wednesday, February 5; 4:30 – 7 p.m. — Green Road Community Center (District A); 4201 Green Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
Monday, February 17; 4:30 – 7 p.m. — Carolina Pines Community Center (District D); 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603
Tuesday, February 25; 4:30 – 7 p.m. — Laurel Hills Community Center (District E); 3808 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
Wednesday, March 5; 4:30 – 7 p.m. — Abbotts Creek Community Center (District B); 9950 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC 27614

While residents are invited to attend any of the meetings, at least one meeting is taking place in each district so that everyone has an equal opportunity to attend. To find your district, enter your address in the “Find Your Services” section on the RaleighNC.gov homepage.
We hope to see you at one of our public meetings! Can’t make it? Share your thoughts via the Safe Streets for All survey.

Community Engagement Board - Outreach Subcommittee Meeting
2025-03-05 16:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting
Please join us for the Community Engagement Board Outreach Subcommittee meeting from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. This meeting will be held online.
Join the meeting.

Sustainability, Wildlife, and Urban Trees Committee
2025-03-05 16:30 - 17:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Sustainability Wildlife and Urban Trees 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 4:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.

Raleigh Transit Authority Finance and Policy Committee Meeting
2025-03-05 15:30 - 17:00 | Raleigh Union Station, 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC, 27601
This committee reviews any budget/financial issues referred from the Transit Authority and other sub-committees as well as studies questions/policies related to transit and the GoRaleigh Access program.
For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.

RHDC Research Committee
2025-03-05 08:30 - 10:00 | One Exchange Plaza, 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NY, 27601
The Research Committee of the Raleigh Historic Development Commission will conduct a public meeting on Wednesday, March 5 at 8:30 a.m. at One Exchange Plaza, conference room 809.
For questions about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov

1. Call to Order

A. Call to Order and Welcome

2. New Business

A. RHDC Work Plan – Preserving Black Churches Project
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3. Public Comment

A. This is an opportunity for the public to comment on items or issues that are not otherwise on the agenda. Please limit comments to 3 minutes per speaker.

4. Pending Business

A. Items not being discussed

5. Adjournment

The Research Committee meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 8:30 a.m. in Conference Room 108, Suite 100 of the One Exchange Plaza building. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal.

City Council Evening Session
2025-03-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Raleigh City Council will meet for an evening session.

Watch Council Meeting Live Stream
View agendas and past minutes
Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.

Celebrate Mardi Gras!
2025-03-04 17:00 - 20:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Come experience the excitement and vibrating festivities of Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park!
Join us for an evening filled with family-friendly fun, including delicious food trucks, live music to get you in the celebratory spirit, and activities for all ages.
You won’t want to miss our interactive mask-making station where you can design your own colorful Mardi Gras mask, and be sure to grab some beads during our fun bead giveaway.
So put on your best purple, green, and gold attire, and let’s make this Mardi Gras one to remember!
Location: John Chavis Community Center
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Public Art and Design Board Meeting
2025-03-04 17:00 - 18:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

RHDC Community Awareness Committee
2025-03-04 16:00 - 17:30 | One Exchange Plaza, 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NY, 27601
The Community Awareness Committee of the Raleigh Historic Development Commissionwill conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, March 4 at 4 p.m. in the conference room 108 on the 1st floor of One Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NC 27601.
For questions about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov.

1. Call to Order

A. Call to Order and Welcome
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2. Public Comment

A. This is an opportunity for the public to comment on items or issues that are not otherwise on the agenda. Please limit comments to 3 minutes per speaker

3. Old Business

A. SWAG Items

4. New Business

A. RHDC Social Media Calendar

B. Raleigh Historic Bike Ride

5. Other Business

A. Pending Discussion Items

6. Adjournment

The Community Awareness Committee meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 4:00 p.m. in Conference Room 108, Suite 100 of the One Exchange Plaza building. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal.

City Council Afternoon Session
2025-03-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Raleigh City Council will meet for an afternoon session.

Watch Council Meeting Live Stream
View agendas and past minutes
Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.

Raleigh Transit Authority Route Committee Meeting - CANCELLED
2025-03-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Raleigh Union Station, 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC, 27601
This committee studies questions dealing with routes, services, passenger amenities.
For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.

Public Workshop - River Cane Wetland Park
2025-03-03 16:00 - 18:30 | Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Join Raleigh Parks for a family-friendly public workshop on the River Cane Wetland Park! Share your ideas with the park’s public artist and enjoy light refreshments. At this time, the community will be able to review a more finished design of the park and provide feedback on details like playground equipment selection. This phase is called schematic design, which means the design will be roughly 30% finalized. Accommodations and translation services are available upon request.

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

Black History Trolley Tour
2025-03-02 13:00 - 16:30 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Join the Historic Raleigh Trolley for this special edition of our popular Black history tour highlighting Oberlin Village.
Tours will begin at Mordecai Historic Park and travel to Oberlin, where passengers will disembark for a tour of the Historic Turner House and Oberlin Cemetery and learn about the neighborhood’s history of community and freedom.
Tours will be Sunday, March 2, at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Each tour will be an hour and a half long. Registration is $15 and can be purchased online using RecLink. For more information, please call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364.
Ages: All
Cost: $15
Get Tickets on RecLink

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours
2025-03-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
Need Help With Technology? Get Advice About Your Device!
Raleigh Digital Ambassadors are here to help! Whether you have a short question about how to work your computer or have long-term digital goals, join us for drop-in hours!
You will be paired up with a Digital Ambassador to create a plan to best support your needs and tackle goals together in a 1:1 setting. Whether you need help with your phone, computer, or have other digital goals, we have you covered!
No appointment is needed for this FREE session.

Annual Animal Adoption Day
2025-03-01 11:00 - 15:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Don’t miss the City of Raleigh Museum’s annual Animal Adoption Day!
This is your chance to meet adorable pets seeking forever homes and engage with dedicated local adoption agencies. Come experience the love and connection that awaits—you might just find your perfect companion! Meet pets from Safe Haven for Cats, Neshama Animal Rescue, and Perfectly Imperfect Pups!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Black History Month Superhero Gallery
2025-02-28 18:00 - 19:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
All for one and One for all!
Superheroes come in all hues and have incredible abilities! Join Grady Bussey, an African American historian and the Vice Chair of the Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, for a discussion on the history of African American superheroes in comics and films.
Learn the history of African American comic book superheroes from then and now. Participants are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite superhero!
Location: John P. “Top” Green Community Center
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free
No Registration Required

RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee
2025-02-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
A. Call to Order – Chair

1. Roll Call

2. Approval of Agenda

3. Approval of Minutes: January 23, 2025

4. Minor Work Report
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B. Evidentiary Hearings – Old Applications

1. COA-0135-2024: 909 OBERLIN RD
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2. COA-0153-2024: 305 KINSEY ST
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3. COA-0136-2024: 415 N BOUNDARY ST
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C. Evidentiary Hearings – New Applications

1. COA-0006-2025: 603 N EAST ST
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2. COA-0143-2024: 920 W LENOIR ST
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3. COA-0003-2025: 516 N BLOUNT ST
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D. Other Business

1. Committee Discussion

E. Adjourment

1. Adjourn Meeting

RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee public meetings are held in the Raleigh Municipal Building, City Council Chamber. A broadcast is available via the following methods: the city’s website; the city’s YouTube Channel or Channel RTN-11.
Agenda and Participation
Visit the Certificate of Appropriateness webpage for additional information and how to participate. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications should be submitted using the city’s online Permit and Development Portal. If you have any questions about the application process or about the meeting date, time, etc., please contact staff at historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov.

Eastgate Park Dam Public Meeting
2025-02-27 17:00 - 18:00 | Eastgate Park, 4200 Quail Hollow Dr,, Raleigh, NC, 27609
Meeting Details
Raleigh Stormwater is hosting a meeting for the Eastgate Park Dam Rehabilitation project. Staff will be sharing updates about the project and receiving feedback from the public.
When: Thursday, February 27 from 5:00-6:30pm
Where: Eastgate Community Center (4200 Qual Hollow Drive, Raleigh, 27609)

Background
In 2023, the city completed a report that detailed the safety deficiencies found in the dam. The report did not identify any major safety concerns, but did identify problems that need to be addressed to bring the dam back into compliance with NC Dam Safety.
The goal of this project is to bring the dam into compliance with NC Dam Safety by updating the primary spillway and banks of the dam. Learn more about the upcoming project.
