Livable Raleigh

Reflecting Raleigh: Ask-A-Planner (en español)
2024-10-02 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Green Road Community Center
Attend an upcoming Ask-A-Planner to ask questions about Reflecting Raleigh: The Next Comprehensive Plan. City staff are interested in engaging with residents, sharing information, and learning about their vision for the future of Raleigh. Over the next year, the City will be hosting a series of Community Conversations on the following topics:

Affordable Housing
Stormwater
Trees
Sustainable Infrastructure & Services
Neighborhoods
Transportation & Mobility

Sustainability and equity will be at the heart of every conversation. We want to hear from you at any of the Ask-A-Planner events.

Raleigh Transit Authority Finance and Policy Committee Meeting
2024-10-02 15:00 - 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.
Members:
Linda Davis (Chair)Dr. Terrance RuthJennifer Truman
For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority

Impact Partner Grant Virtual Info Session #1
2024-10-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting
Calling all impact-oriented companies, social enterprises, non-profits, universities, and innovators that seek to strengthen Raleigh’s thriving innovation ecosystem. The City of Raleigh’s Office of Strategy and Innovation (aka Office of Yes, And!) is proud to announce the Fall 2024 Impact Partner Grant Request for Proposals. In line with our office’s vision to serve as a model for inclusive innovation and achieve the seemingly impossible, the Impact Partner Grants provide funding to organizations that help underrepresented innovators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses start, stay, and grow in Raleigh.
Join us for a virtual information session regarding the Impact Partner Grant program, eligibility, and submission process. All proposals are due by 11:59 p.m. ET on October 18.
Register online

Impact Partner Grant Virtual Info Session #2
2024-10-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting

Sustainability, Wildlife, and Urban Trees Committee
2024-10-02 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: 6300 Triangle Town Blvd & 7810 Town Drive
2024-10-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Millbrook Exchange Park, 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27615
Oct. 2 6 p.m.
Millbrook Exchange Community Center, 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
6300 Triangle Town Blvd & 7810 Town Dr
Post-Submittal
CX-5-PK-CU w/SHOD-2 & CX-4-CU w/SHOD-1 TO CX-4-CU
(Additional Information)
B & ETJ
Molly Stuart
Redus

Art, Education, and Collections Committee
2024-10-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Meeting
Meeting Details

Meetings are held virtually on the first Thursday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. unless listed otherwise on the calendar.
For more information about how to join the meeting, please contact Raleigh Arts at 919-996-3610.

Learn more about the Art, Education, and Collections Committee

Raleigh Transit Authority Marketing Committee Meeting
2024-10-03 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.
Members:
Leo SuarezByron LeakJennifer Truman
For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.

Stormwater Management Advisory Commission
2024-10-03 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
2024-10-03 16:30 - 18:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
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.
Agenda Item Details

Meeting
Oct 03, 2024 – Design Review Commission Meeting – First and Third Thursday of each month

Category
Design Alternates – Old Business

Subject
DA-4-2024: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (5000 Lead Mine Rd)

Type

Continued from the September 5, 2024 Design Review Commission meeting.
WHEREAS Greek Orthodox Community Inc of Raleigh NC, property owner, requests the following design alternates: (1) for complete relief from the New and Existing Streets requirements per UDO Section 8.4.1.B.1 along French Drive; (2) for complete relief from the New and Existing Streets requirements per UDO Section 8.4.1.B.1 along Lead Mine Road; (3) for complete relief from the Neighborhood Street Type requirements set forth in UDO Section 8.5.4.C along French Drive; and (4) for complete relief from the Avenue 4-Lane Divided Street Type requirements set forth in UDO Section 8.5.6.B along Lead Mine Road. All requests are in conjunction with the expansion of a civic building on the approximately 6.6 acre property zoned R-4 located at 5000 and 5008 Lead Mine Road (ASR-0084-2023).

Rescheduled - Big Ideas Raleigh Meetup
2024-10-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Loading Dock, 3915 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC, 27607
IMPORTANT UPDATE: we are thrilled to announce that the Big Ideas Raleigh Meetup has been rescheduled!
New Date: Thursday, Oct. 3 Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.Location: The Loading Dock, 3915 Beryl Road, Raleigh NC
IMPORTANT: If you are unable to attend the rescheduled event, please let us know as soon as possible. We have a waitlist of eager attendees who would love to take your spot.
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Registration for this Meetup is FULL! Join the waitlist.
This Meetup session will share what’s on the horizon for the City of Raleigh’s Strategic Plan in 2025 with a focus on smart city initiatives, now known as Smart Raleigh.
Beverages and snacks will be provided! Special thank you to our sponsor Slalom

Parks Committee
2024-10-03 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.

Public Meeting on Consolidated Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030
2024-10-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States
The City is currently drafting the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan, which will guide how the City uses federal and local funds to address homelessness, serve low- and moderate-income communities, and create affordable housing over the next five years.
The 5-year Plan includes:

Goals and Objectives
Building affordable apartments for low-income residents
Grants to help the homeless and vulnerable populations
Locating affordable housing near transit
Workforce Training Programs
Geographic priority areas within the City
Updates to Citizen Participation Plan

The City will be holding six public meetings throughout Raleigh in the fall to discuss this 5-year Plan. More information about the public hearings can be found below and on the City website.
Join us for the first community meeting on Thursday, October 3, Method Community Center, 514 Method Rd., Raleigh 27607 – 6:00 to 8:00p.m. – Pioneer Room
Additional Meetings

Date
Time
Location

October 9, 2024
(new date)

6 – 8p.m.

Virtual Meeting

October 10, 2024

6 – 8p.m.

Chavis Community Center

October 15, 2024

6 – 8p.m.

Sertoma Arts Center

October 17, 2024
(Disponible en Español)

6 – 8p.m.

Green Road Community Center

October 24, 2024

6 – 8p.m.

Carolina Pines Community Center

For additional information, please email cd.info@raleighnc.gov or call 919-996-4330.
Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

Fall Arts Fair at Fred Fletcher Park
2024-10-05 10:00 - 17:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
Get an early start on your holiday shopping and buy gifts for yourself and others from talented local artists at the Fall Arts Fair at Fred Fletcher Park on Saturday, October 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Learn more about the Fall Arts Fair.
Event Details

When: Saturday, October 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location: Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St., Raleigh, NC 27605
Parking: Enter at Washington St. & Glenwood Ave. or St. Mary’s St. & Nichols Dr. Street parking is available on Washington St.
Cost: Free and open to the public

Schedule

10 am-5 pm- Kid’s Art Activities
10 am-4 pm- Live Art Demos
10:30 am-12:30 pm- Wayne Schindler Music
1:30-4:30 pm – Clare Means Music
10 am-4 pm- Poetry Fox

Food Trucks

10 am-4 pm – Paris Delight Bakery & Corner Boys BBQ

Questions?
Contact Sertoma Arts Center at 919-996-2329 or Julia Meder, Sertoma Arts Center Director, at julia.meder@raleighnc.gov

Mayor Pro Tem Melton Community Office Hours
2024-10-05 11:30 - 13:30 | Green Monkey, 215 S. Wilmington Street
I’m also hosting Community Office Hours Saturday, October 5 at The Green Monkey 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m

Rubberside Down Exhibit Opening
2024-10-05 14:00 - 18:00 | Birdland, 706 Mountford Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27603
“Rubberside Down: A Celebration of Cycling, Creativity, and Community”

“Rubberside Down: A Celebration of Cycling, Creativity, and Community”
“Rubberside Down” is an in-gallery exhibit featuring local artists Leigh Ramsdell, Dave Green, Sarah Hammond, Zach Storm, and Minori Sanchiz-Fung.
The exhibition will open with a free event on Saturday, October 5th, 2-6 p.m.
The October 5 opening event will feature a pump track for riding built by Leigh Ramsdell & Dave Green, inflatables created by Katie Stewart, a one-day invitation-only bike show and group ride by Oaks and Spokes, Munjo Munjo as vendor, a walking open studio map, and an in-gallery month long exhibit showcasing artists alongside their work and bikes.
Read more about The Grid Project, the exhibition, and events.

Stormwater On-Call Consultant Services Pre-Submittal Meeting
2024-10-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Union Station, 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC, 27601
The City of Raleigh’s Stormwater Management Program will issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) in September/October 2024. We are looking for highly qualified firms to provide professional stormwater engineering and support services.
With a growing workload, we plan to select multiple firms with demonstrated experience in municipal stormwater projects. Chosen firms will enter into Master Service Agreements, with specific tasks and projects assigned over the next five years.
Eligible projects are expected to have construction costs of up to $10 million. Services may include engineering design, planning studies, asset management, water quality improvements, Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI), watershed management, and floodplain studies. Ancillary support services are also welcome.
You’re invited! Join us for an in-person event with Stormwater to learn more about these opportunities!

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 3312 Avent Ferry Drive & 3321 Octavia Street
2024-10-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27607
Oct. 7 5:30 p.m.
Pullen Community Center, 408 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC 27606
3312 Avent Ferry Dr & 3321 Octavia St
Pre-Submittal
R-4 TO R-6
(Additional Information)
D
Isabel Mattox
Burns

Hillsborough-Wade CAC At-Large Candidate Forum via Zoom
2024-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 | NC
Hi CAC neighbors,
We have confirmed the Raleigh At-Large Candidate Forum for Monday, October 7th on Zoom! This Forum will take place two weeks from this evening. Below the Zoom link to the At-Large Forum is the previous email about the District E Candidate Forum this coming Thursday.
Raleigh At-Large Candidate Forum
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Planning Commission
2024-10-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
A. INVOCATION

B. PUBLIC COMMENT

C. COMMITTEE REPORT

1. TC-2-2024 Omnibus List 2024
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

2. TC-6-24: Raleigh Water Public Utilities Design Manual Update
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

3. TC-7-22: Co-living
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

D. NEW BUSINESS

1. Rezoning Z-25-24: 6520 & 6600 Battle Bridge Road; approximately 1/3 mile southeast of the intersection of Rock Quarry Rd and Battle Bridge Rd (District C)
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

2. Rezoning Z-29-24: 1025 Schaub Drive, approximately ½ mile southwest of the intersection of Western Boulevard and the I-440 Beltline (District D)
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Approval of September 24, 2024 Draft Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

F. OTHER BUSINESS

1. Report from the Chair

2. Report from the Members

3. Report of Assistant Director
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

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.

Howling at the Creek
2024-10-08 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 the best howler is! Feel free to come dressed in your costume.
Ages: 0-6Cost:Register on RecLink

City Council Work Session
2024-10-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
A. 4:00 P.M. WORK SESSION CALLED TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR

1. North Carolina Department of Transportation – S-Line Raleigh to Richmond Update

The Raleigh City Council will meet for a work 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.

Walnut Creek Trail Improvement Project Open House
2024-10-08 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Learn about the Walnut Creek Trail Improvement Project!
Join us for our Walnut Creek Trail Improvement Project drop-in style open house event to learn more about the project.

Arts Commission Executive Committee
2024-10-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting
Meeting Details

Meetings are held virtually on the second Tuesday of each month from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. unless listed otherwise on the calendar.
For more information about how to join the meeting, please contact Raleigh Arts at 919-996-3610.

Learn more about the Arts Commission Executive Committee

2024 Raleigh Medal of Arts Awards
2024-10-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Raleigh Little Theater, 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, NC, 27607
The 2024 Raleigh Medal of Arts Awards, hosted by Rissi Palmer, will feature presentations and performances honoring extraordinary achievements in the arts by:

Paris Alexander
Elizabeth Beilman and Jimmy Gilmore
Ragen Carlile
Creative Mornings Raleigh
Roy C. Dicks
Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center
Yvette Holder
Timothy Locklear
Rob Maddrey and Mark Tulbert
Ilse Mann
Raleigh Drum Circle

The pre-show reception with live entertainment begins at 6 p.m., and the awards program starts at 7 p.m.
More details about the 2024 Medal of Arts Ceremony and Awardees
Ticket Details

Tickets will be available on the Raleigh Little Theatre Website on September 4 at 10:00 am.
Tickets are free, general admission, and first come, first served. There is a two-ticket limit per order. More details about the 2024 Medal of Arts Ceremony and Awardees

City Council Public Comment Session
2024-10-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Raleigh City Council will meet for a Public Comment 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.

Substance Use Advisory Commission Meeting
2024-10-09 12:00 - 13:30 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Substance Use Advisory Commission advocates for a healthy community by promoting best practices for the prevention, intervention, and treatment of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use.LocationRaleigh Pathways Center900 S. Wilmington StreetRaleigh, NC 27601
AgendaView agenda and minutes on BoardDocs

Planning Commission Strategic Planning Committee - CANCELLED
2024-10-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
A. These items will be discussed during the meeting

1. NCOD Discussion
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

B. Pending items not scheduled for discussion at this meeting

1. 1. None

The Strategic Planning Committee is a subcommittee of the Planning Commission. This subcommittee can discuss policy issues related to land use and development.
The committee typically meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 3 p.m. The meetings are held at the Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB), located at 222 West Hargett Street in room 305.

Community Engagement Board Meeting
2024-10-09 16:30 - 18:30 | Lions Park Community Center, 516 Dennis Avenue, Raleigh, 27604
The Community Engagement Board helps to develop, evaluate, and implement the City of Raleigh’s community engagement efforts.
The committee will meet on Oct. 9 at 4:30 p.m. at Lions Park Community Center, 516 Dennis Avenue.
Register to attend virtually.
