Livable Raleigh

Biothon at Walnut Creek Wetland Park
2025-09-29 08:00 - 17:30, 2025-09-30 08:00 - 17:30, 2025-10-01 08:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Biothon Overview
Celebrate World Rivers Day with Raleigh Stormwater by finding and documenting aquatic species at Walnut Creek Wetland Park! Wetlands are a critical piece of the water cycle and are vital for keeping rivers and streams healthy, they also provide vital habitat for unique plants and wildlife species!
For the whole week (September 28 – October 3):

Submit any plant or wildlife species you find in Walnut Creek Wetland Park
Identify others’ photos or recordings
Help us grow our public data collection!

Wetland Walk on October 1
Join us in person at the Walnut Creek Wetland Center on October 1 for some community biothon-ing and a wetland walk led by Walnut Creek Park staff!
Space on the Wetland Walk is limited. Register here to ensure your participation!

District C Community Meeting with Councilor Branch
2025-09-29 18:00 - 19:00 | NY
Time and Location TBD

Raleigh Transit Authority Route Committee Meeting
2025-09-30 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.

Big Ideas Raleigh Meetup
2025-09-30 11:00 - 12:30 | Raleigh Founded, 2409 Crabtree Blvd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
The Big Ideas Raleigh Meetup is where bold thinkers come together to explore new ways to support local startups and build a more sustainable city. Learn about the Impact Partner Grant—up to $20,000 for projects that drive innovation in Raleigh.
When? September 30 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where? Raleigh Founded, 2409 Crabtree Blvd
Seats are limited. Please register in advance!
There are more Meetups to come! Visit the landing page or sign up for email alerts under the “Smart Raleigh” topic to stay in the loop.

Public Art and Design Board Meeting
2025-09-30 17:00 - 18:30 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Please join us for the Public Art and Design Board meeting from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Public Art and Design Board will meet in person at John Chavis Memorial Park Community Center, or join the meeting virtually.

Meet the General Contractor Workshop
2025-09-30 17:00 - 18:30 | Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Are you a business owner interested in projects at the City of Raleigh?
Join the Business Engagement and Opportunities Program and Clancy & Theys Construction Company to get the inside scoop on upcoming contracts. You will learn about the 2026-28 Raleigh Convention Center project, the ongoing Wake County Public School projects, and Clancy and Theys’ Trade Partner Program.
Registration is required. Register on Eventbrite.
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 30
Time: 5-6:30 p.m.
Location: Walnut Creek Wetland Center
950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC 27610

National Coffee With A Cop Day
2025-10-01 08:00 - 14:00 | NY
The Raleigh Police Department is excited to host “National Coffee with a Cop” day on Oct. 1, providing an opportunity for community members to connect with their local police officers in a relaxed and friendly environment. This event will take place at various locations throughout the city, where people will have the opportunity to enjoy a cup of coffee while discussing safety, community concerns, and building positive relationships with officers.
Learn more about this event.

Locations and Times

District
Location
Time

Northwest
Chick-fil-A: 8901 Brier Creek Parkway
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Crabtree Valley Mall: 4325 Glenwood Avenue
12:30 – 2 p.m.

North
Smooth Joe Coffee: 5321 Tin Roof Way
8 – 9:30 a.m.

Dunkin: 13600 New Falls of Neuse Road
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

Northeast
McDonald’s: 3026 Capital Boulevard
8:30 – 10 a.m.

Southeast
McDonald’s: 3424 Poole Road
8 – 9:30 a.m.

Downtown
321 Coffee: 615 Hillsborough Street
10 – 11:30 a.m.

42 and Lawrence Coffee Shop: 134 E. Martin Street
10 – 11:30 a.m.

Southwest
Café Carolina and Bakery: 2130 Clark Avenue
8 – 9:30 a.m.

Willow House: 1004 S Saunders Street
9 – 10:30 a.m.

RHDC Research Committee
2025-10-01 08:30 - 10:00 | One Exchange Plaza, 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NY, 27601
Public Meeting – October 1, 2025

The Research Committee of the Raleigh Historic Development Commission will conduct a public meeting on Wednesday, October 1 at 8:30 a.m. at One Exchange Plaza, conference room 809.
For questions about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov

A.

Call to Order

The previous meeting notes are attached.

B.

Public Comment

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.

C.

Old Business

C.1

2025 Inquiry Letters for RHL

The Committee will review the Places Worthy of Preservation list and recently completed reports to send letters of interest. If the Committee agrees that the properties should be sent landmark inquiry letters, the letters will be prepared and signed at the next meeting.
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See the complete list of Properties Worthy of Preservation [raleighnc.gov, search term: “landmarks”].
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Recently completed reports:
Black Heritage and Historic Places: 1945-1975 report [raleighnc.gov, search term: “black heritage”]

LGBTQIA+ Historic Context Study [raleighnc.gov, search term: “lgbtq”]

D.

New Business

E.

Other Business

F.

Adjournment

The Research Committee meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 8:30 a.m. in Conference Room 809, One Exchange Plaza building. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal.

Outreach at North Regional Library
2025-10-01 10:00 - 11:30 | North Regional Library, 7009 Harps Mill Road, Raleigh, NC, 27615
Oct. 1
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
7009 Harps Mill 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

Raleigh Transit Authority Finance and Policy Committee Meeting
2025-10-01 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.

Sustainability, Wildlife, and Urban Trees Committee
2025-10-01 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.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 1415, 1507 Trailwood Drive & 0 Crump Road
2025-10-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States
October 1
6 p.m.
Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
1415, 1507 Trailwood Dr & 0 Crump Rd
Pre-Submittal
R-2 w/NCOD & SRPOD & R-4 w/SRPOD TO R-10-CU
(Additional Information)
ETJ
Molly Stuart
Burns

City Budget Listening Sessions
2025-10-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, NC, United States
The City is seeking input from residents about priorities for the next City budget. The Budget and Management Services Department (BMS) will host listening sessions between October 1 and 16, and a budget priorities survey will be available between October 1 and November 30. Resident input is critical in creating a representative City budget.
There will be six opportunities for in-person engagement, in addition to a virtual session.
Virtual Session
The virtual listening session will be held via Zoom. Residents who choose the virtual session must pre-register and will receive the Zoom link the day before the session.
Wednesday, October 15, 6-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Sessions
In person sessions will kick off on October 1 and run through October 16. They will be held at community centers in each district.
• registration is not required to attend an in-person session, however residents that would like an email reminder, free childcare, or free interpretation services should register using this link
– childcare is available at all in-person sessions, except Budget and Brews, if requested at least three days in advance
– interpretation services (for any language) are available at all sessions if requested at least three days in advance
• to ensure that all voices are heard, residents are asked to attend only one listening session
Residents may attend any session, regardless of what district they live in. If you’re not sure what district you live in, visit the Services web page and enter your address.
Schedule for in-person sessions:
Wednesday, October 1, 6-7:30 p.m. – District C – Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Thursday, October 2, 6-7:30 p.m. – District A – Green Road Community Center, 4201 Green Rd.
Tuesday, October 7, 6-7:30 p.m. – District B – Abbots Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd.
Monday, October 13, 6-7:30 p.m. – District D - Jaycee Community Center, 2405 Wade Ave.
Tuesday, October 14, 6-7:30 p.m. – District E – Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edwards Mill Rd.
Budget and Brews
Budget and Brews is the final in-person listening session. There, residents can share their thoughts about the City budget with free pizza provided!
Thursday, October 16, 6-7:30 p.m. – State of Beer, 401 Hillsborough St., Suite B
Budget Survey
A budget priorities survey will be available from October 1 through November 30. Residents may attend a session and/or share their thoughts via the online survey! The survey link will be added to the web on October 1.
For more information, visit RaleighNC.gov and search “budget input”. BMS is also available to answer questions by phone at 919-996-4270, or email at budget@raleighnc.gov.

Special Committee on Council Advisory Boards and Commissions
2025-10-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Special Committee on Council Advisory Boards and Commissions will meet on October 2, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers of the Raleigh Municipal Building (222 W. Hargett St, Raleigh NC 27601, Suite 201) for the purpose of discussion of committee business.
The City of Raleigh has transitioned to a new software program that manages agendas, documents, and recordings for public meetings. Throughout the year, the City will add more boards, commissions, and committees to the new platform so everything will be available in one place.
View the Latest City Council Agenda

A.

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE COMMITTEE CHAIR

B.

AGENDA

B.1

Special Committee on Advisory Boards and Commissions

The City Council Special Committee on Advisory Boards and Commissions was established at the March 18th City Council meeting and was charged with reviewing the structure, bylaws, composition, and other matters related to the city’s advisory boards and commissions. After several Special Committee Meetings and a Public Comment Session for board and commission members, the committee made several recommendations that have been adopted by City Council. The approved changes include:
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The adoption of a standard bylaw template to be used by all boards and commissions;
The approval of a document offering guidance to members of Council serving as liaisons to a board or commission;
The adoption of a resolution authorizing the dissolution of the Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board and consolidation with the Historic Resources and Museum Advisory Board;
The adoption of an ordinance to rename the Fair Housing Hearing Board to the Fair Housing Advisory Board; and
The adoption of an ordinance renaming the Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities (MCPD) to the Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities, aligning the board’s appointment, term, and removal process with other advisory boards and commissions.

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Outstanding items for the consideration of the Special Committee include:

Direction on the potential reorganized composition of the Human Relations Commission, Hispanic & Immigrant Affairs Board, Substance Use Advisory Board, African American Affairs Board*, Raleigh Transit Authority, and the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission
Consideration of a name change for the Raleigh Transit Authority
Direction on next steps for the Community Engagement Board

C.

ADJOURNMENT

Materials from past meetings (agendas, presentations, and minutes) are available on our website.
Visit the City Council web page.

Raleigh Transit Authority Marketing Committee Meeting - canceled
2025-10-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Raleigh Union Station, 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC, 27601
This committee formulates an annual marketing program for Transit Authority approval and monitors program execution by staff.
For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.

Stormwater Management Advisory Commission
2025-10-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Transportation Field Services Building, 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh, 27604
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.

Design Review Commission
2025-10-02 16:30 - 18:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
NOTE: The City of Raleigh has launched a new agenda management portal called “eScribe” that will improve access and transparency for Design Review Commission meeting agendas and minutes.
The October 2 Design Review agenda is now live and can be accessed through the new City Council, Boards and Commissions: Agendas and Minutes webpage.

Public Meeting – October 2, 2025

The City of Raleigh Design Review Commission will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, October 2 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.
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.

Call to Order
Approval of Minutes

B.1 DRAFT: August 7, 2025 Meeting Minutes C. Design Alternates – Old Business
D. Design Alternates – New Business

D.1 DA-8-2025: 6011 Chapel Hill Rd
WHEREAS ATC Edge, LLC, property owner, requests a design alternate to provide a 3- foot 5.5-inch parapet in lieu of the required 8-foot parapet per UDO Section 7.2.5.D.2. in order to screen a proposed roof mounted chiller and a roof mounted condenser. The design alternate is in conjunction with a proposed 3,634 sf building containing a data storage facility on the approximately 2.78-acre property zoned IX-3-PL located at 6011 Chapel Hill Road. (SPR-0139-2025)

D.2 DA-9-2025: 0, 2310, and 2340 Compassionate Drive
WHEREAS Compassionate Tabernacle of Faith – Missionary Baptist Church, Inc., property owner, requests design alternates to the roadway and streetscape requirements set forth in UDO Section 8.5.4.D. for the first 0 feet to approximately 710 feet of Compassionate Drive (a Multifamily Street), as measured South to North: (i) to provide no parking on the western side of the cross section; (ii) to provide a 5 foot planting strip in lieu of the required 6 foot planting strip on the western side of the cross- section; (iii) to provide no sidewalk in lieu of the required 6 foot sidewalk on the western side of the cross-section; (iv) to provide no maintenance strip in lieu of the required 2 foot maintenance strip on the western side of the cross-section; (v) to provide no utility placement easement in lieu of the required 5 foot utility placement easement on the western side of the cross-section; (vi) to provide no parking on the eastern side of the cross section; (vii) to provide a 5 foot planting strip in lieu of the required 6 foot the

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required planting strip width on the eastern side of the cross-section; and (viii) to provide a 3.5 foot utility placement easement in lieu of the required 5 foot utility placement easement on the eastern side of the cross-section. In addition, the applicant requests a design alternate to the roadway and streetscape requirements set forth in UDO Section 8.5.4.D. for the next approximately 710 feet to 1,340 feet of Compassionate Drive (a Multifamily Street), as measured South to North: (ix) to provide no parking on the eastern side of the cross-section. Last, the applicant requests design alternates to the roadway and streetscape requirements set forth in UDO Section 8.5.4.D. from approximately 1,340 feet to the end of Compassionate Drive (a Multifamily Street), as measured South to North: (x) to provide no parking on the western side of the cross- section; and (xi) to provide no parking on the eastern side of the cross-section. All requests are in conjunction with a proposed 200-unit apartment complex on the approximately 10.81-acre property zoned RX-4-CU, R-6, and SHOD-1 located at 0, 2310, and 2340 Compassionate Drive. (ASR-0040-2025)

E. E.1

Other Business
Report of the Commission’s Attorney Report of the Chair and/or Vice Chair

E.2
F. Adjournment

Explore Career Opportunities with the City of Raleigh – Virtual Information Session
2025-10-02 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Meeting
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a real impact? Join the City of Raleigh’s virtual information sessions to learn about open roles and exciting career opportunities across various departments. Whether you’re passionate about public service, skilled in finance, dedicated to public safety, or anything in between, the City offers a variety of positions that help shape the future of our vibrant community.
Attend these sessions to get detailed insights into job openings, the recruitment process, and benefits, all from the comfort of your home. Don’t miss the chance to start your career with the City of Raleigh – register today and take the first step toward making a difference!
Departments Attending:

Finance
Engineering (Vehicle Fleet Services)

Date: Thursday, Oct. 2
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Register online

Parks Committee
2025-10-02 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.

City Budget Listening Sessions
2025-10-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Green Road Community Center

Jazz in the Square - Patrick McGrew Trio and Também
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Jazz in the Square returns to Moore Square with live performances from some of the Triangle’s top jazz musicians.
This free concert series invites you to kick back with friends, enjoy great food, and soak in the soulful sounds of summer in Downtown Raleigh.
Evening features:

Food trucks on-site
Wine & beer available for purchase
Space for blankets and chairs for lawn seating

Details
Days: Thursdays
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Friday Night Market and Movie with Get2Know Raleigh: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
2025-10-03 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!

Raleigh Wide Open Panels First Friday
2025-10-03 17:00 - 21:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
The Gospel program at Raleigh Wide Open brings the sounds, stories, and spirit of gospel music to life through dynamic talks at the City of Raleigh Museum.
Appaloosa Redd joins Greensboro musician and storyteller Colin Cutler for a conversation on the Gospel of the Blues, followed by Kendall Kent’s exploration of the gospel quartet tradition and the resonant artistry of the bass voice.
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Friday, Oct. 3
Time: 5-9 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Fire Prevention Week at Lowe's Home Improvement
2025-10-04 09:00 - 13:00 | Lowes Home Improvement, 4831 Grove Barton Road, Raleigh, NC, 27613
The Raleigh Fire Department and Lowe’s Home Improvement are partnering to present this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme during Lowe’s Community Outreach Event. Families and community members are invited to stop by and learn about important fire safety practices, including this year’s focus on “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”
Date: Saturday, Oct. 4
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Lowe’s Home Improvement, 4831 Grove Barton Road, Raleigh, NC 27613

Mugs and Markers! Storm Drain Marking Pop Up
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | The Optimist Raleigh, 4509 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27612
Join us at The Optimist Raleigh to mark some storm drains! The first few folks to pick up their storm drain markers at The Optimist Raleigh, mark a drain, take a selfie, and return to the table will receive a City of Raleigh coffee mug!
What is Storm Drain Marking?
Storm Drain Marking is a stormwater volunteer program that raises awareness between the connections of stormwater drainage systems, local waterways, andthe impacts of pollutants. Help us make sure everyone knows that only rain should go down the storm drain!
Note: This is a drop in event. Registration is not required.

Art On The Greenway Ride Series - Ride 2
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | NC Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27617
Ride Information
Saturday, Oct. 4 at 10 a.m.
16 miles – North Carolina Museum of Art to Shelley Lake and back.
View route information
Our second ride will be a little longer starting at the North Carolina Museum of Art. From there, we will ride together north toward Shelley Lake, making a couple of stops along the way to imagine where and how public art could be added to this section of the greenway. The pace will be fun and social. Expect to maintain an average of 10 mph.

Grab Your Fans, We're Dancing Again!
2025-10-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Please join us for Biltmore Hills second annual Dance for the Cure, in celebration of all Cancer survivors and warriors who are still in the fight.
This family-friendly event will offer fun and exciting line dances, vendors, food, and more. Whether you want to join in the dancing or support from the sidelines, this is an event you won’t want to miss here at Biltmore Hills!
Location: Biltmore Hills Park
Age: All
Cost: $5
Register on RecLink

Falling for Local
2025-10-04 11:00 - 18:00 | Dorothea Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
With live music from local talent and loads of FREE fall fun – including hay rides, inflatables, lawn games, kids activities, seasonal photo ops, and a pumpkin patch – you don’t want to miss this family-friendly event!

Dine from 50+ local food trucks
Shop with 100+ makers and independent businesses
Sample NC craft beer and ciders
Raleigh Fire will be in attendance, celebrating Fire Prevention Week
For the live music lineup and list of vendors, follow the link below.

More event details
Date: Saturday, Oct. 4
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: The Big Field at Dorthea Dix Park
