Livable Raleigh

Planning Commission
2025-09-23 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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 Planning Commission meeting agendas and minutes.
The September 23 Planning Commission agenda is now live and can be accessed through the new City Council, Boards and Commissions: Agendas and Minutes webpage.

Public Meeting – September 23, 2025

The City of Raleigh Planning Commission will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, September 23 at 9 a.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street in the City Council Chamber. Planning Commission meetings can be viewed on the city’s websiteand RTN 11.
For more information about the meeting, please contact Bynum Walter or visit the Planning Commission webpage.

Call to Order
Public Comment
Consent Agenda
Report of Committees

C.1 Approval of Minutes
Requesting approval of draft minutes from September 9, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting.

D.1 TC-3-24 Historic Preservation and RHDC
Historic Preservation and RHDC (TC-3-24): Amendments to State Law and a staff review of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) identified issues in the code that warrant further review and correction. To ensure continuous improvement of the city’s land development regulations and align with State Law, the language of the historic preservation related sections of the UDO were updated.
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Recommended Action: The Planning Commission may discuss this item and make a recommendation. Alternatively, the request can be held or referred to the Text Change Committee for further review at their 10/15/25 meeting.

E. New Business

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E.1 Rezoning Z-9-25: 4500 Western Boulevard, at the intersection of Western Boulevard and Blue Ridge Road
Matthew Klem, Planning and Development
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Rezoning Z-9-25: 4500 Western Boulevard, being Wake County PIN 0784815120
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Current Zoning: Commercial Mixed Use – 5 stories with Special Highway Overlay District -2, Special Residential Parking Overlay, and Transit Overlay District (CX-5 w/ SHOD-2, SRPOD, and TOD)
Requested Zoning: Commercial Mixed Use – 20 stories – Conditional Use with Transit Overlay District (CX-20-CU w/ TOD)
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Approximately 12 acres are requested to be rezoned by the property owners. Proposed zoning conditions restrict permitted uses, provide several development scenarios, and limit building heights to 12-stories within 150-feet of the development to the west.
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The deadline for Planning Commission Action is November 22, 2025.

E.2 Rezoning Z-23-25: Gorman Street, at the intersection of Burt Drive and Gorman Street (District D)
Matthew Burns, Planning and Development
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Rezoning Z-23-25: 1602 Gorman Street, being Wake County PIN 0793273794
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Current Zoning: Residential-10 with Special Residential Parking Overlay District (R-10 w/ SRPOD) Requested Zoning: Residential Mixed Use-4 stories-Conditional Use with Special Residential Parking Overlay District (RX-4-CU w/ SRPOD)
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Approximately 0.77 acres are requested to be rezoned by Isabel Mattox on behalf of NC Student Rentals LLC. Proposed conditions would limit the maximum number of residential dwelling units to 40 and limit building height to a maximum of 50 feet.
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The deadline for Planning Commission action is November 22, 2025.

E.3 Rezoning Z-25-25 101 N. Bloodworth Street, at the northwest corner of the intersection of E. Edenton St. and N. Bloodworth Street
Arthur Cashwell IV, Planning and Development
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Rezoning Z-25-25 101 N. Bloodworth Street, being Wake County PIN 1703897424 and approximately 0.09 acres.
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Current Zoning: R-10 w/HOD-G and NCOD Requested Zoning: NX-3-DE-CU w/HOD-G and NCOD
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Raleigh Historic Development Commission recommends approval (9-2) .
The deadline for Planning Commission action is November 22, 2025.
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F. F.1
F.2 F.3

Other Business
Report of the Chair
Report of the Members
Report of the Assistant Director

F.3.a Report of The Assistant Director
Receive as information.

G. Adjournment

The Commission typically meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 9 a.m. The meetings are held at the Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB), located at 222 West Hargett Street. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal on the Thursday before the meeting date. Planning Commission public meetings are broadcast live on RTN 11 and on our live streaming webpage. The Planning Commission subcommittee meetings are not broadcast live. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.

Yoga in the Park at Fred Fletcher Park
2025-09-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
Build strength and flexibility while enhancing body awareness.
In this alignment-focused class, you’ll learn how to work from a stable base to feel more grounded both physically and mentally, while also improving range of motion, posture, and balance. Props and modifications are available to meet you where you are. No yoga experience necessary.
Location: Fred Fletcher Park
Ages: 18 and older
Cost: $5

Safe, Vibrant, & Healthy Communities Committee
2025-09-23 11:30 - 13:30 | NC
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE CHAIR
ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED

B.1 Item 24-02: Hours of Operation – Commercial Trash Pickup
At previous committee meetings the City Attorney’s Office has presented information on how other cities handle late night and early morning collection practices around commercial trash pickup, and presented a survey of the potential impact of time restrictions on commercial haulers. The committee will continue to consider and evaluate potential adjustments.
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The staff presentation from the August 26 meeting of the committee is included with the agenda materials.

B.2 Item 24-01: Commercial and Residential Use – Conflicts (3/18/25) & Intersection of Hospitality/Nightlife Areas and Residential (5/6/25)
After a previous committee meeting, this item was discussed by the full City Council at its July 1 meeting. The committee may wish to formally refer this item back to the full council as future recommendations will be planned for a regular City Council session.

C. PENDING ITEMS

D. ADJOURNMENT

Economic Development & Innovation Committee
2025-09-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE CHAIR
ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED

B.1 Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan
Ken Bowers, Planning and Development
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The Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan project kicked off in January 2025 and is now halfway through completion. Staff presented an update to City Council at their regular meeting on September 2, reviewing the engagement held to date, the proposed design of the project, and potential implementation strategies. The item was deferred to ED&I Committee for further discussion. Staff will present a brief summary of the project and provide additional details on implementation plan for further discussion.
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A staff memorandum is included with the agenda materials.
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C. PENDING ITEMS
Item 24-01: Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan Updates (9/2/25)

D. ADJOURNMENT

BPAC Policy Committee -- CANCELED
2025-09-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Policy Committee focuses on pedestrian-related issues such as sidewalk construction and maintenance, crosswalk enforcement, and pedestrian safety.

Meeting Schedule: The forth Tuesday of every month at 4 p.m. unless otherwise specified
Meeting Location: Raleigh Municipal Building, Conference Room 419
Members: Joe Caruso (Chair), Kari Barsness, Elizabeth Alley, Alex Rotenberry

If you are interested in viewing the meeting or making a public comment, please contact Barbara.Godwin@raleighnc.gov.

BPAC Planning Committee -- CANCELED
2025-09-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Planning Committee focuses on bicycle-related issues such as bikeway design, wayfinding, and bicyclist safety.

Meeting Schedule: The fourth Tuesday of every month at 5:15 p.m unless otherwise specified
Meeting Location: Raleigh Municipal Building, Conference Room 419
Members: Pierre Tong (Chair), Mary Jo Gellenbeck, Celise Bravo-Taylor, Tammy Stern

If you are interested in viewing the meeting or making a public comment, please contact Barbara Godwin.

Hillsborough-Wade CAC
2025-09-23 19:00 - 20:30 | NC
Hi CAC neighbors,
We have our next Hillsborough-Wade CAC meeting on Tuesday, September 23 at 7:00 PM. The Zoom link is at the bottom of this email.
INFORMATION UPDATES:

One of our agenda items is a presentation about a possible text change regarding outdoor advertising and digital signage in Raleigh. At the Tuesday, September 2nd City Council meeting this topic was discussed. Click here for the minutes and a video of the digital signage discussion. While looking at the minutes you can click on the video, which should start at the beginning of this particular Council discussion.
As I understand the text change, they are not asking for an increase in the number of billboards in Raleigh. They are seeking the ability to make many of them digital signs, and the ability to relocate signs to other locations. Also an increase in size and height of signs. At the bottom of this email are maps of current locations and areas for future relocations. Attached is a PDF of the Digital Billboards presentation made to the Safe, Vibrant & Healthy Community Committee on August 26.
We also have major changes to how Raleigh conducts City Council elections, including the introduction of a primary for the 2026 election. This will all be explained at our meeting.
We will have an update about rezoning case Z-12-25. The last image at the bottom of this email shows the context of this 30-story rezoning request.

Agenda
• Police report
• Presentation about a future request to City Council for a text modification to change the City’s policy regarding Digital Signage in Raleigh. These are digital billboards that change images every 8 seconds or so. The presentation will cover the requested change and potential community benefits.
• Presentation about Raleigh’s new voting rules that will include a primary for the 2026 elections.
• Update on rezoning case Z-12-25 at the corner of Peace and West Streets.
See you on the 23rd,
Mike

Michael Lindsay
Chair of the Hillsborough-Wade CAC
Mobile: 919-429-0177
inform@nc.rr.com
Hillsborough-Wade CAC September Meeting
Time: Sep 23, 2025 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Police Advisory Board Meeting
2025-09-24 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.

West Raleigh CAC Virtual Meeting
2025-09-24 19:00 - 20:30 | NC
Meeting Wednesday September 24th at 7pm

It’s time to meet and talk about what’s going on in West Raleigh!

We will discuss several items of interest to our members and hope you can join us via zoom on Wednesday evening at 7pm.
Former Chair Jim Paumier will be leading this meeting as current Chair Peyote Perryman is away on business.

*Agenda*
DDNA Recap
Community Updates

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West Raleigh Community Advocacy Council (CAC)
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Chair Peyote Perryman

Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors Sustainability Summit featuring Smart Growth
2025-09-25 08:30 - 13:30 | Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors, 111 Realtors Way, Cary

Coffee and Conversations
2025-09-25 09:00 - 10:00 | A Place At the Table, 300 West Hargett Street, Raleigh
Join us for September’s Coffee and Conversations!
We’re excited to highlight National Recovery Month. Our goal is to create a safe, laid-back environment where people can learn and ask questions about a topic.
We can’t wait to see you there! Register now

Event Details
September 25, 2025
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
A Place at the Table
300 W Hargett St Unit 50, Raleigh, NC

Operations Job Fair
2025-09-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Operations Way, 2551 Operations Way, Room 208, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Looking for a hands-on, rewarding career with the City of Raleigh? Join us at the Operations Job Fair to meet team members from multiple departments, explore open positions, and learn how you can make a difference in your community. Opportunities are available in field operations, skilled trades, and technical services for candidates of all experience levels.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, Sept. 25
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh, NC 27604
Bus Access: GoRaleigh Route 3 stops within walking distance
Parking: Free parking is available in front of the building and along Operations Way.
Pre-Register today!

Transportation & Transit Committee
2025-09-25 15:00 - 17:00 | NC
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE CHAIR
ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED

B.1 Item 24-06: Pavement Markings – Crosswalks and General Markings (6/3/25)
Rebecca Duffy, Transportation
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At the June 3, 2025, City Council meeting, Council shared concerns about the general condition of crosswalks markings, with specific reference to the poor condition of crosswalk markings along a section of Six Forks Road. These markings are currently being refreshed through a North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) re-paving project. Additionally, Council expressed interest in learning more about the pavement marking program, including the cycle of replacement and associated costs.
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C. PENDING ITEMS
Item 24-06: Pavement Markings – Crosswalks and General Markings (6/3/25)

D. ADJOURNMENT

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole - CANCELLED
2025-09-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Committee of the Whole is an informal special meeting of the full Planning Commission to have further discussions on specific referral items. The Planning Commission bylaws state that rezoning requests that are deemed inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan and future land use map are automatically referred to the Committee of the Whole. Additionally, requests for Planned Development or Campus District are also automatically referred to this Committee.
The committee typically meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at 4 p.m. The meetings are held at the Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB), located at 222 West Hargett Street in the Council Chamber.

RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee
2025-09-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
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.

A. Call to Order – Chair

1. Roll Call

2. Approval of Agenda

3. Approval of Minutes: August 28, 2025

4. Minor Work Report
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

B. Evidentiary Hearings – Old Applications

1. COA-0082-2025: 810-816 BROOKLYN ST
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

C. Evidentiary Hearings – New Applications

1. COA-0117-2025: 920 W LENOIR ST
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

D. Other Business

1. Committee Discussion

E. Adjourment

Explore Career Opportunities with the City of Raleigh – Virtual Information Session
2025-09-25 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 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, Sept. 25
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Register online

Jazz in the Square - Brevan Hampden y sus Hermanos
2025-09-25 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.
Each evening features:

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

Let’s make the city swing—join us under the stars!
Presented in partnership with Downtown Raleigh Alliance and Sleepy Cat Records.
Details
Days: Thursdays
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

City Council Fall Retreat
2025-09-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Council will hold Fall Retreat on September 27 at Marsh Creek Community Center from 9am to 4pm. Topics will include legislative agenda, bonds, big ideas visioning, and Affordable Housing.

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR
RETREAT TOPICS – ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED

B.1 Legislative Agenda – Process and Development
Michele Mallette, City Manager’s Office
Ryan Bergman, City Manager’s Office Sa’Metria Jones, , City Manager’s Office
Philip Isley, Blanchard Miller Lewis & Isley, P.A. .
During the retreat, staff will provide an update on the status of the federal and state funded grants that have been awarded to the City.
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Staff will also conduct an exercise with the City Council to develop and obtain feedback for a draft legislative agenda. In conjuction with the City’s state lobbyist, staff will guide Council through the mechanics of creating a legislative agenda, including development of policy themes and goals.

B.2 Steady State Bonds
Ryan Bergman, City Manager’s Office Allison Bradsher, Finance

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Staff will review the City’s historical debt financing strategy and discuss steady state debt affordability, including proposed timelines, capacity, opportunities for improvement and benchmarking.

B.3 “Big Ideas” Discussion and Exercise
Marchell Adams-David, City Manager
Ryan Bergman, Assistant City Manager
Staff will lead a discussion and exercise that will describe the “Big Ideas” concept and how such ideas help to transform communities.
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The activity will allow the City Council to prioritize examples submitted by council members for conversation and consideration, with qualifying parameters based on the following criteria: Cost, Resources, Partnership Requirements, Impact, Time, Political Risks, and Viability. In addition to qualifying parameters, concepts for “Big Ideas” should provide connection(s) to community-wide as well as strategic goals of the City.

B.4 DRAFT: Reflecting Raleigh: The Next Comprehensive Plan
Sponsor(s): Bynum Walter and Patrick Young
Bynum Walter, Planning and Development
Patrick Young, Planning and Development
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The Comprehensive Plan serves as the City’s long-term vision for the built environment. is the process of developing the Next Comprehensive Plan, which will include a focus on sustainable and equitable growth; aligning adopted city plans and priorities; and enhanced community engagement.
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The first of five project phases included robust engagement with the Raleigh Community. The second phase of Reflecting Raleigh will focus on developing draft content for Raleigh’s Next Comprehensive Plan using the information collected in Phase I and in combination with a Civic Assembly and Technical Working Groups of subject matter experts.
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During the retreat staff will provide an overview including key themes from Phase I of the project and a forecast of upcoming activities in Phase II.

B.5 Expansion of Affordable Housing Sites
Emila Sutton, Housing and Community Development
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During the retreat staff will provide an overview of the attributes necessary for the successful siting of affordable housing developments.

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C. ADJOURNMENT

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Art On The Greenway Ride Series - Ride #2
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | NC Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27617
Join Oaks and Spokes and Raleigh Arts for three fun and social group rides to help shape the future of public art on Raleigh’s greenway system. These rides are part of an ongoing effort to identify where and what kinds of art could be added to make our greenways more vibrant, welcoming, and reflective of our community.
Along the way, we will visit or discuss several potential locations listed in the City of Raleigh Greenway Master Plan as priority sites for public art. These include sections of the Reedy Creek, Crabtree Creek, Little Rock, and Walnut Creek Trails. At each location, you can share your ideas about what types of public art you would like to see, such as tunnel murals, sculptures, wayfinding features, decorative fencing, infrastructure murals, or pathway art.
You do not have to pre-register to participate. Just arrive at the starting location by the posted start time for each ride.
The pilot list of locations includes areas like the North Carolina Museum of Art Blue Loop to Blue Ridge Road, Industrial Drive to Atlantic Avenue, and the Little Rock Trail between Davie and Cabarrus Streets, among others. These sites were chosen for their visibility, community connections, and potential to create unique experiences along the trail.
Whether you ride the greenway daily or visit it occasionally, this is a chance to explore it in a new way, imagine how art could enhance the space, and contribute to decisions that will help shape the greenway’s future.
Water and snacks will be provided, but participants should come prepared with their own water, sunscreen, and clothing suited to the weather. Please bring a safe and working bike, scooter, Onewheel, or other personal electric vehicle if you plan to ride.

Ride Information
Saturday, September 27th at 10am
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.

Rain Garden & Rain Barrel Workshop
2025-09-27 13:00 - 14:30 | Halifax Park, 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh
Join Raleigh Stormwater staff in an interactive training workshop about Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI), like rain gardens and rain barrels! The workshop will include introductions to stormwater management practices, design guidance for rain gardens and barrels, and how can benefit local ecosystems and our community!

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours
2025-09-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
The City of Raleigh is offering Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours. Whether you have a simple question about how to work your device or have long-term digital goals, attend our drop-in hours to get assistance and learn more.
Drop-in hours will be held March – December at three Raleigh locations. There is no registration required for this FREE resource.

Saturday, Sept. 27
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Green Road Community Center; 4201 Green Rd.

Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

Raleigh Tamale Festival
2025-09-27 14:00 - 18:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us at Moore Square for a fun-filled day at the Raleigh Tamale Festival, on Saturday, Sept. 27!
Bring the whole family to enjoy a variety of food trucks, vendors, exciting activities, and performances, plus a competition for the best tamale in Raleigh.
Don’t miss out on this celebration of culture, music, and delicious tamales!
Ages: All
Cost: Free

¡Acompáñenos en Moore Square para un día lleno de diversión en el Festival del Tamal de Raleigh, el sábado 27 de septiembre!
Trae a toda la familia a disfrutar de una variedad de camiones de comida, vendedores, emocionantes actividades y presentaciones, además de una competencia por el mejor tamal de Raleigh.
¡No se pierdan esta celebración de cultura, música y deliciosos tamales!
Edades: Todas
Costo: Gratis

Biothon at Walnut Creek Wetland Park
2025-09-28 08:00 - 17:30, 2025-09-29 08:00 - 17:30, 2025-09-30 08:00 - 17:30 | 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!

Ciba Punch
2025-09-28 15:00 - 17:00 | DIX Park, 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27603
his workshop is part of a SEEK Raleigh public art project, Ciba Punch 女拳手打糍粑.
Ciba Punch 女拳手打糍粑 is a participatory performance led by the Chinese Artists and Organizers Collective (CAO). Rooted in an ethic of care, the project invites community members to join in the process of transforming steamed sticky rice into ciba (糍粑 – traditional Chinese rice cakes often enjoyed with brown sugar or other toppings) by punching the rice.
In bringing the making of Ciba into public space, the artists aim to honor and reframe the traditionally feminized labor of cooking, while highlighting food as a living archive for community connection, cultural exchange, and movement building. Participants are invited to channel emotions such as rage, grief, and love into the shared labor of food-making.
During the performance, “Spiritual Figures” will move through the space, offering quiet guidance through humming and breathwork, embodying the presence of queer/feminist ancestors and future selves.
Audience Participation
All are welcome to participate in the Ciba Punch. Sanitation gloves will be provided; however, the food produced during the performance will not be prepared under regulated food safety conditions. Consumption of the rice cakes will be at the participants’ own risk.
Event Details
Date: Sunday, Sept. 28
Time: 3 – 5 p.m.
Location: Dorothea Dix Park – grassy field next to Chapel – 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603
While free to attend, space is limited. Registration is required.
Learn more about this project.

District C Community Meeting with Councilor Branch
2025-09-29 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
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.
