Livable Raleigh

DDNA (District D Neighborhood Alliance) Meeting
2025-10-18 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center, 5611 Jaguar Park Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
This is a chance to meet your neighbors and discuss what’s on your mind. There is no agenda.

Weaving Plastic Bags: Artist-Led Workshop #2
2025-10-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Help create a public artwork by weaving reused materials!

Join SEEK Raleigh artist Patrizia Ferreira at Walnut Creek Wetland Park to co-create a public artwork out of reused plastic bags.
Workshops are free to the public. While registration is not required, we encourage you to RSVP on Eventbrite (click the register button above) so we can plan accordingly and receive any event updates.
Learn more about the project

About the Instructor

Patrizia Ferreira is an artist and educator living in Cary, NC. Her work laboriously incorporates the debris of her surroundings—namely, textiles and plastic—to create poetic pieces that speak of our society of over consumption and the state of our environment. By giving life to otherwise inanimate materials, she invites viewers to reflect upon the repercussions our actions cause on our planet. A native of Uruguay, a great part of her work reflects on being an immigrant and being a woman. Patrizia received a BA in textile design from the Institute of Industrial Design in Uruguay and an MS in textile design for prints from Philadelphia University.

Foodie Fare
2025-10-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Showcasing the Triangle’s diverse food and art scene.
Monthly foodie and art markets featuring 20+ food trucks, 40+ local vendors, drinks, and more!
Powered by The MAKRS Society of Raleigh

Community Engagement at Fly with Me 2025
2025-10-18 11:30 - 14:30 | DIX Park, 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Oct. 18
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Flower Field at Dix Park

Community Engagement is attending the “Fly with Me” event hosted by the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants. We’ll be sharing community resources, including information on local services and projects.

Haunted Trolley Tour
2025-10-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Discover history, mystery, and lore with your ghost host on the Haunted Trolley, if you dare, for a special late-night tour of downtown Raleigh’s most haunted places. Jump aboard and keep your eyes open for ghostly visitors of years past… they’ve just been dying to have you.
Recommended for ages 6 and up due to frightening elements. The trolley departs from Mordecai Historic Park. Advanced registration is recommended. Please call 919-996-4364 for tickets or more information.
Times: 7 p.m., 8 p.m., and 9 p.m.
Ages: 6 and older
Cost: $15
Register on RecLink

Love Your Falls Lake Event! - CANCELLED DUE TO GOVT SHUTDOWN
2025-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Falls Lake Dam, 11405 Falls of Neuse Rd, Wake Forest, NC, 27587

2025 Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Awards Banquet
2025-10-20 11:30 - 14:00 | McKimmon Center, NCSU McKimmon Center 1101 Gorman Street, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
Join us for the 2025 Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Awards Banquet, a special event honoring champions of accessibility for the disability community. We invite all to join and celebrate community voices, leadership, and impact for a healthy and resilient Raleigh!
Date: Monday, Oct. 20
Time: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Check-in begins at 11:15 a.m.
Location: McKimmon Center
1101 Gorman St Raleigh, NC 27606
Register on Microsoft Forms by Sunday, Oct. 12. Space is limited.
Theme: Connecting Voices, Bridging Communities

The theme for the 2025 Banquet is “Connecting Voices, Bridging Communities,” centering representation, empowerment through connection, and community building.
The event will feature the presentation of the 2025 Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Awards to champions for accessibility and inclusion, including the Citizen Involvement Award, the Lockhart Follin-Mace Advocacy Award, and the James E. Meekins Award (for an individual with a disability)

Nominations are open! If you know an individual or organization who has made a positive impact on the disability community, nominate them for an award on Microsoft Forms.
Keynote Speaker: Sen. Lisa Grafstein
Sen. Lisa Grafstein is a North Carolina State Senator representing District 13 since 2023. A longstanding civil rights attorney, she formerly served as litigation counsel at Disability Rights North Carolina, spearheading strategic legal advocacy for people with disabilities. As a public servant, she brings deep expertise in disability rights and a powerful voice for equity and inclusion.
Register on Microsoft Forms by Sunday, Oct. 12.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 2806 Gresham Lake Road
2025-10-20 17:30 - 18:30 | 2806 Gresham Lake Road, 2806 Gresham Lake Road
October 20
5:30 p.m.
2806 Gresham Lake Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
2806 Gresham Lake Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
Post-Submittal
IH w/SHOD-2 TO IX-3-CU w/SHOD-2
(Additional Information)
A
Isabel Mattox
Hunt

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) -- cancelled
2025-10-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) is an all-volunteer advisory body, appointed by the Raleigh City Council. Members are responsible for making recommendations on the implementation of relevant programs, policies, regulations, and funding priorities regarding walking and bicycling in Raleigh.
Meets
The third Monday of every month, unless otherwise specified.
6 p.m.
BPAC Agenda

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 523 S. West St.
2025-10-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
October 20
6:30 p.m.
Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
523 S West St
Pre-Submittal
DX-5 TO DX-6
(Additional Information)
D
Suzanne Prince
Burns

North CAC
2025-10-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614

City Council Work Session
2025-10-21 11:30 - 13:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Agenda and materials available at https://pub-raleighnc.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=54d98e68-c62f-4bcc-94c2-71764cff5b4a&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English
The Raleigh City Council will meet for a work session.

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

City Council Afternoon Session
2025-10-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Agenda and materials available at https://pub-raleighnc.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=54d98e68-c62f-4bcc-94c2-71764cff5b4a&Agenda=Agenda&lang=EnglishThe Raleigh City Council will meet for an afternoon session.

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

Arts Commission
2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Meeting Details

View agenda and past meeting minutes on BoardDocs
The meeting will be in the Raleigh Municipal Building, room 303.
Leave a Public Comment Using Voicemail
Public comment voicemails are accepted between 5 p.m. Thursday and 5 p.m. Monday before an Arts Commission meeting. Public comment voicemails will be transcribed and become part of the public record. Comments will be posted to BoardDocs 30 minutes prior to the meeting. One comment per person per meeting is allowed.
To leave a public comment for the Arts Commission meeting, please follow these steps:

Call 855-925-2801 and enter code 6491
Record your comment. The time limit for public comments is three minutes.

Learn more about the Arts Commission

Dix Park Community Committee Meeting
2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Dorothea Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
The Dix Park Community Committee is an advisory committee designed to represent the diversity of the community and bring a broad range of experiences and expertise to the Dorothea Dix Park project. This committee provides guidance and recommendations to the Dix Park Leadership Committee on matters related to park development, programming, and engagement.
View Meeting Agendas and Minutes

Worthdale Fall Festival
2025-10-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Worthdale Park Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh, 27610
Get ready for Worthdale Community Center’s annual Fall Festival!
This family-friendly event is carnival-themed and will include treats, carnival-style games, balloon animals, and light refreshments!
Ages: 5 – 12
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink

Outreach at Green Road Community Library
2025-10-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Green Road Community Library, 4101 Green Road, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Oct. 22
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
4101 Green Road

Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh’s Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to:

Learn about projects impacting your community;
Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs;
Get assistance navigating our website and services; and,
Much more!

View Community Engagement event calendar

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: Lassiter Mill Road Assemblage (North Hills) (Z-34-25)
2025-10-22 17:30 - 18:30 | One North Hills Tower, 4000 Center at North Hills Street, Raleigh, 27609
October 22
5:30 p.m.
Z-34-25
One North Hills Tower, 4000 Center at North Hills St, Raleigh, NC 27609
Lassiter Mill Rd Assemblage (North Hills)
Post-Submittal
CX-12-UL w/SHOD-2 & CX-5-PL TO CX-40-CU w/SHOD-2, CX-20-CU w/SHOD-2, & CX-12-CU
(Additional Information)
A
Jamie Schwedler
Burns

Police Advisory Board Meeting
2025-10-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Police Advisory Board serves as a liaison between the Raleigh community and City Council. The board will help build trust and relationships between the Raleigh Police Department and the community.
Location
Raleigh Pathways Center, Conference Room 200
900 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Streaming link here.

Visible History: A Celebration of North Carolina Native American Culture | Block Gallery Artist Reception
2025-10-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Block Gallery, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Join us for a Block Gallery artist reception. Our featured artist, Alexandra Williams, captures the proud cultural history and representation celebrated at the Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow. Her photography highlights the rich traditions of North Carolina’s original residents to bring visibility to this vibrant community.
Learn more about the exhibition.

West Raleigh CAC Virtual Meeting
2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:30 | NC
Meeting Wednesday October 22nd at 7pm

It’s time to meet and talk about what’s going on in West Raleigh!
The change in the air doesn’t just mean the annual State Fair is in full swing, it also means that treasured places in West Raleigh will see an abundance of fall color.
Our area continues to attract interest for infill developments and we are going to hear from two applicants for projects along Trailwood Drive.

We will discuss these and several other items of interest to our members and hope you can join us via zoom on Wednesday evening at 7pm. Zoom Link follows the agenda

*Agenda*
Hillsborough Street Improvements
Trailwood Rezoning Z-38-25 – Floresta
Trailwood Rezoning (unfiled) – LDG Development
Community Updates

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Meeting ID: 839 8129 2620
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Howling at the Creek
2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
Come to Abbotts Creek for a spooky good time!
We will have fun Halloween-themed games and activities. There will be a “howling” competition that begins at 10:45 a.m. to see who is the best howler! Feel free to come dressed in your costume. Pre-registration is required for each participant.
Location: Abbotts Creek Park
Ages: 0-6
Cost: Free – Registration Required
Register on RecLink

HUB/DBE Business Certification Info Session (virtual) -- cancelled
2025-10-23 14:30 - 16:00 | Virtual Meeting
Date: Thursday, Oct. 23
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Are you a construction, contracting or services business that wants to work on government projects? Join us for a virtual info session and learn how to apply for certification as:

Historically Underutilized Business with the North Carolina Department of Administration (HUB/NCDOA) AND/OR
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (DBE/NCDOT).

Benefits include greater access to government contracts and business opportunities, exclusive listing on our online directory of HUB/DBE certified businesses, and opportunities for business development and professional growth.
To be eligible, your business must owned and controlled by 51 percent or more of the following minority groups:

Black Americans;
Hispanic Americans;
Pacific-Asian Americans;
American Indians;
Females;
Disabled – A person with disability as defined in G.S. 168-1 or G.S. 168A-3; or,
Disadvantaged – A person who is socially and economically disadvantaged as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 637.

For more information, visit Business Engagement and Opportunities Program (BEOP).

Transportation and Transit Committee Meeting
2025-10-23 15:00 - 16:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole
2025-10-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The City of Raleigh Planning Commission Committee of the Whole will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, October 23 at 4 p.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB), located at 222 West Hargett Street in conference room 305.
For more information about the meetings, please contact Bynum Walter or visit the Planning Commission webpage.

A.

Call to Order

B.

Old Business

C.

New Business

C.1

Rezoning Z-20-25: Brier Creek Town Center PD, at the intersection of Arco Corporate Drive and Macaw Street (District E)

Matthew Burns, Planning and Development
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Rezoning Z-20-25: 8030, 8034, 8040 Arco Corporate Drive and 3900, 3901, 3911, 3921, 3930, 3931 Macaw Street, being Wake County PINs 0768445641, 0768542920, 0768544885, 0768543599, 0768544137, 0768542106, 0768436943, 0768448750, 0768447224
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Current Zoning: Planned Development with Special Highway Overlay District-2 and Airport Overlay District (PD w/ SHOD-2 and AOD)
Requested Zoning: Planned Development with Special Highway Overlay District-2 (PD w/ SHOD-2, remove AOD).
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Approximately 37.9 acres are requested to be rezoned by Jamie Schwedler, Parker Poe, on behalf of Brier Creek Corporate Center Master Association, Inc. c/o American Asset Corporation; Brier Creek Corporate LLC c/o American Asset Corporation; Brier Creek Apartments LLC & WF Brier Creek Member LLC; and CMC MACAW LLC c/o Shahn Chhabra. The request would rezone nine properties from Planned Development with Special Highway Overlay District-2 and Airport Overlay District (PD w/ SHOD-2 and AOD) to PD, keeping the corridor overlay and removing the airport overlay (PD w/ SHOD-2). The rezoning site is the Brier Creek Town Center. Two of the nine parcels subject to this rezoning are built out with residential and commercial uses, including apartments, restaurants, and a hotel.
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The Planned Development district is a customized zoning district that requires submittal of an associated Master Plan. The Brier Creek Town Center PD Master Plan proposes three tracts which provide the framework for separation of height maximums, square footage maximums, intended uses, and development intensities. The Master Plan proposes clarifications and modifications to UDO standards including building setbacks; lot dimensions; vehicular access; streetscape; sidewalks; and use regulations. The request would prohibit office uses; decrease the amount of non-residential square footage that could be built; and increase the number of residential and hotel units that could be built. It would continue to allow for building heights up to 195’. The Planned Development Master Plan is included in the back up materials.
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The request is consistent with the Future Land Use Map.
The request is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
The request is consistent with the Urban Form Map.
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The deadline for Planning Commission Action is December 22, 2025.

D.

Other Business

E.

Adjournment

RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee
2025-10-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
A. Call to Order A.1 Roll Call

A.2 Approval of Agenda
The Committee will vote to approve of the order of the Evidentiary Hearing portion of the agenda.

A.3 Approval of Minutes
Draft meeting minutes with Decisions and Findings of Facts will be attached by 10/21/25.

A.4 Minor Work Report
A total of 10 minor works were approved from 09-11-25 to 10-07-25.
To view approved Minor Work COA applications, visit the Development Approvals webpage at raleighnc.gov [search tearm: development approvals].

Evidentiary Hearings – Old Applications
Evidentiary Hearings – New Applications

C.1 COA-0126-2025 (407 Cutler St)
Boylan Heights Historic Overlay District (HOD-G) .

1 of 2

Property Owner: Steven and Kimberly Darroch Applicant: Steven and Kimberly Darroch
Project Contact: Ashley Morris (Pell St Studio PLLC)
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Nature of Project: Construct dormer addition; alter rear fenestration; remove non-historic window on front elevation; install new window on front facade, remove rear dormer windows and replace with patio doors; install balcony

C.2 COA-0132-2025 (703 N Bloodworth St)
Oakwood Historic Overlay District (HOD-G)
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Property Owner: Day Peake and Jason McKenzie Applicant: Day Peake and Jason McKenzie Project Contact: Day Peake and Jason McKenzie .
Nature of Project: Remove 36″ fence; install 48″ fence; remove existing front porch balustrade; construct decorative sawnwork balustrade

D. Other Business E. Adjourment

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.

Coffee and Conversations
2025-10-24 09:00 - 10:00 | A Place At the Table, 300 West Hargett Street, Raleigh
Join the Community Engagement Department and A Place at the Table for our monthly “Coffee and Conversations.” This event is meant to be friendly and welcoming, with open conversations about important topics. There won’t be a set agenda—just a chance to listen, share, and learn from each other. We hope to see you there!
This month’s topic is housing in Raleigh.
Friday, Oct. 24
9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
A Place at the Table
300 W Hargett St Unit 50, Raleigh, NC

Biltmore Hills Fall Festival: Trunk-or-Treat
2025-10-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Biltmore Hills Community Center and The Raleigh Police Advisory Board would like to invite you to the 3rd Annual Trunk-or-Treat event!
Bring your children in their best costumes and come enjoy free candy, learn about the Police Advisory Board, and enjoy an awesome Fall Festival takeover. Participants can make candy bags, enjoy short lines at one of our many Inflatables, and enjoy a variety of activities.
There will be carnival games, free pizza, and candy provided by the Police Advisory Board. Fall backdrop for photos of the best costumes.
Location: Biltmore Hills Park
Ages: Family-Friendly
Cost: Free
No Registration Required

Friday Night Market and Movie with Get2Know Raleigh: Inside Out 2
2025-10-24 17:00 - 21:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
This is a free community event series featuring an outdoor movie, free live music, food trucks, a local artisans’ market, and free games for all ages!

Ghostly Spooktacular
2025-10-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Green Road Community Library, 4101 Green Road, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Looking for somewhere to bring your ghouls and goblins?
Well, look no further! Bring them to Green Road Community Center. We will have a fun-packed evening with activities including a ghostly dance party, spooky crafts, monstrous games and more! Kids will leave with a smile and a treat. Costumes are encouraged.
Location: Green Road Community Center
Date: Friday, Oct. 24
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink
