The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m. The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public. This meeting will be streamed for public viewing - watch meeting. The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.
I will be hosting a virtual meeting on Thursday, May 21, from 6-7 p.m. to discuss this situation with residents of the Westborough neighborhood and anyone who is interested in attending. The virtual meeting information is as follows: Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/285271943420002?p=N63KXvV9L4IsSbkvCK Meeting ID: 285 271 943 420 002 Passcode: Go6gE6Nf
May 21, 2026 6:30 p.m. Green Road Community Center, Room 2, 4201 Green Road, Raleigh, NC 27604 6809 Louisburg Rd Pre-Submittal R-4 TO CX-3 (Additional Information) B Milan Alinaghian Hunt
Join us to celebrate the groundbreaking of Bailey Drive Gateway! Explore the new community gathering spaces, including a pavilion, grill area, seating, and wetlands overlook, as well as a sidewalk connection between Walnut Creek Wetland Park and Fuller Elementary School along Bailey and Boaz Drive. Event Details Date: Friday, May 22 Time: 10 a.m. Address: 601 Bailey Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610 RSVP (preferred but not required by): Wednesday, May 20 Email: RSVP@raleighnc.gov Parking: Limited street parking available on-site at Bailey Drive (601 Bailey Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610.) Overflow parking will be located at Waller Place. Thank you to our contributing partners! The Conservation Fund Design Workshop NC Water Recourse Research Institute (WRRI) Partners for Environmental Justice (PEJ)
Calling all plant lovers! Join us for an exciting plant swap event. Bring your favorite house and garden plants or homegrown vegetables to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts. We ask that you bring only healthy, pest-free plants to ensure everyone’s enjoyment. This event is free and open to the public! Details Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Saturday, May 23 Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free
May 23 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 201 S. Blount St. Raleigh, NC Find Community Engagement at Darkness RISING: LIVE 9, Raleigh’s high-energy Arts & Mental Health Block Party celebrating wellness, the arts, and community. More than an event, it’s a movement rooted in collective care and joy. Attendees will enjoy a live concert featuring The Voice’s NiiTO Band, a DJ, vendors, wellness workshops, interactive art, kids’ activities, giveaways, and more. For event information, email carlita@darknessrisingproject.org. Community Engagement will be attending the event from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. View Community Engagement event calendar
Public Meeting - May 26, 2026 The City of Raleigh Planning Commission will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, May 26 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 website and RTN 11. For more information about the meeting, please contact Bynum Walter or visit the Planning Commission webpage. A. Call to Order B. Public Comment C. Consent Agenda C.1 Approval of Minutes Requesting approval of draft minutes from May 12, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting C.2 Rezoning Z-08-26: 5525 & 5605 Rock Quarry Road, approximately .2 miles west of the intersection of Rock Quarry Road & Barwell Road (District C) Matthew McGregor, Planning and Development . This request would increase the maximum number of dwelling units that could be built, allow additional building types, and allow for residential, commercial, and various office uses. . Planning Commissions deadline for action is July 25, 2026. --- Recommended Action: Defer discussion to the June 9, 2026 Planning Commission meeting. D. New Business D.1 Rezoning Z-50-24 Garner Road, between I-40 and Rush Street (District C) Hannah Reckhow, Planning and Development . The request would permit commercial land […]
Come See What’s New at Leesville Community Park Explore the park's new and improved spaces while enjoying light refreshments and a special storytime in the park. Improvements are funded by the 2022 Parks Bond. Learn more about the Leesville Community Park Improvements. Date: Tuesday, May 26 Time: 10 a.m. Ages: All Cost: Free
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.
Please join us for a meeting of the Public Art and Design Board from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Public Art and Design Board meets in person at the John Chavis Memorial Park Community Center, or you may join the meeting virtually.
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.