Livable Raleigh

Downtown South Quarterly Meeting via Zoom
2023-06-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | NC
For those unable to attend the Downtown South project’s May meeting, will be hosting a second quarterly public meeting on June 29th, 2023, from 6:00 – 7:00pm. This meeting will be held via Zoom. The Zoom link for the meeting can be found below:
This meeting is open to the public. Please share the below Zoom link with anyone who may be interested in learning more about the Downtown South project.
ZOOM INFORMATION:
Link: https://morningstarlaw.group/06292023.mtg

Voices of Oberlin Exhibition Reception
2023-06-29 17:30 - 19:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join Raleigh Arts for an exhibition reception on Thursday, June 29, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. to celebrate the Voices of Oberlin exhibition.
Through portraits and oral histories from elders and community members, the Voices of Oberlin exhibition emphasizes how special the Oberlin community was and still is.
Learn more about Voices of Oberlin
Event Details

When: Thursday, June 29, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
Parking: Visitors can park in the Municipal Building Deck at 201 W Morgan St. Raleigh, NC 27601
Where: Block Gallery, 222 W. Hargett St. (inside Raleigh Municipal Building)

Before visiting, please review the Raleigh Municipal Building rules

Cost: Free and open to the public

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole
2023-06-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
1. Directions to Meeting Location

Enter the Raleigh Convention Center from the main entrance on Salisbury Street (500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27601). Room 304 is to the left; go past (not up) the stairs
Free parking is available on level P2 of the Performing Arts Deck (128 W. South St, directly across Lenoir Street from the Convention Center). Enter the deck from either Lenoir Street or South Street closest to the Residence Inn (see attached image with entrances indicated by pink arrows). Parking fees will be waived for individuals attending the Special Committee of the Whole meeting.
The meeting location can also be accessed by transit via GoRaleigh Route 11. The nearest stops are at W. Lenoir Street at S. Salisbury Street (outbound) and on E. South Street. in front of the Performing Arts Center (inbound).

2. CP-7-22 New Bern Station Area Planning Study and Comprehensive Plan Amendments

3. Rezoning Z-29-22 New Bern Station Area Planning, 744 properties along New Bern Avenue between Downtown and Hedingham Boulevard / Freedom Drive (Districts B & C)

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.

Board of Adjustment Special Meetings -- June 29 & 30
2023-06-29 09:30 - 12:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Special Public Meetings – June 29 and 30

The City of Raleigh Board of Adjustment will conduct two special public meetings on Thursday, June 29, 2023, and on June 30, 2023, both at 9:30 a.m. in the City Council Chamber at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street.
For more information please contact Keegan McDonald or visit the Board of Adjustment webpage.
View the June 29, 2023 and June 30, 2023 agendas.

June 29 agenda:

1. OLD BUSINESS

A. BOA-0011-2023: 908 Williamson Drive

West Raleigh CAC
2023-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 | NC
Meeting on Wednesday June 28th at 7pm
It’s summertime and we hope you are taking advantage of the parks and greenways to get outside! We are pleased to have Palmer McIntyre joins us this month to talk about NC Year of the Trail. We also have a rezoning to consider that is 11 acres on Trailwood drive. We will hear from City planning staff as well as the applicant. We hope you can join us via zoom on Wednesday evening at 7pm.
Zoom Link follows the agenda

Year of the Trail (Palmer McIntyre)
Rezoning Z-022-23 (Bronwyn Redus)
Community Updates (All)

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District E Meeting with Councilor Christina Jones
2023-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Stage Door Dance, 2720 Godley Lane, Suite 101, Raleigh, 27617
JOIN US FOR A
Community
Conversation
With your District E Councilor!

Wednesday June 28th, 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Stage Door Dance Productions
2720 Godley Lane Raleigh, NC 27617

Come and share your thoughts about the issues that you care about, and hear from guest speakers from your communities!

Heritage Park Development & Planning
2023-06-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Raleigh Housing Authority Community Room, 971 Harp Street, 27604
ALL VOICES MATTER!!!
Raleigh Housing Authority
welcomes the Community to meet with
the Heritage Park Development & Planning Team

PROJECT GOALS
The Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA) wants to redevelop Heritage Park to improve housing options for its current residents and the community. We will emphasize the importance of community engagement and an inclusive master planning process. We look forward to meeting you and sharing next steps.
MEETING DETAILS
DATE:
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
TIME:
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
LOCATION:
RHA Community Room
971 Harp Street
Raleigh, NC 27604
In the meeting we will discuss:
• The roles of the development and planning team members.
• The planning process, schedule, and next steps.
• Community input and feedback.
• Refreshments will be provided.
• Children welcome. Activities will be provided.
To receive ongoing project information and updates register at:
https://forms.gle/5gBSCWJGT75VRaQ76
For more information contact:
Bridget Wall-Lennon, BLWall Consulting
BLWC@BLWallConsulting.com

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 500 Rawls Drive
2023-06-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Roberts Park Community Center, 1300 E. Martin St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
June 27, 6:30 p.m.
Roberts Park Community Center, 1300 E Martin St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
500 Rawls Dr
Pre-submittal
R-10 to RX-5
(Additional Information)
C
Toby Coleman

Community Mural Art Making Workshop at Lions Park
2023-06-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Lions Park Community Center, 516 Dennis Avenue, Raleigh, 27604
Join artist Justin Perry for an art making workshop at the Lions Park playground located at 516 Dennis Ave., Raleigh, NC 27604. The artwork you create will be digitally incorporated into a larger mural located at Lions Park Community Center.
This project is part of We Art a Village, a public art project supported by SEEK Raleigh and Raleigh Stories Project. Learn more about the We Art a Village project and workshops.
Event Details

When: Tuesday, June 27, 6-8 p.m.
Location: Lions Park playground located at 516 Dennis Ave., Raleigh, NC 27604
Cost: Free and open to the public. Art making supplies are provided.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC)
2023-06-27 18:00 - 20:00 | 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

BPAC Planning Committee -- CANCELLED
2023-06-27 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.

Public Art and Design Board
2023-06-27 16:30 - 18:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Public Art and Design Board promotes and facilitates the inclusion of art into Raleigh’s public realm by establishing processes that create a connection between artists, partners, and communities to enhance the City’s vitality. The Public Art and Design Board serves as an advisory board for the public art program.
Learn more about the Public Art and Design Board
Meeting Details
The Public Art and Design Board will meet in person at the John Chavis Memorial Park Community Center located at 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Raleigh NC 27601. Contact Raleigh Arts to request an item for the agenda.
View agenda and past meeting minutes on BoardDocs

Growth & Natural Resources Committee Meeting - CANCELLED
2023-06-27 16:00 - 17:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Go to our Council Committees page to register to join this meeting.
You can also get information on how to watch the meeting, view agendas and minutes, view members, and see information about other Council Committees.

Economic Development and Innovation Committee Meeting
2023-06-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
A. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE CHAIR

1. Item 22-02: TC-1-2023 Stormwater Management Regulations

B. PENDING ITEMS

1. Pending Items

Go to our Council Committees page to get information on how to watch the meeting, view agendas and minutes, view members, and see information about other Council Committees.

Planning Commission
2023-06-27 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. Strategic Planning Committee: Comprehensive Plan Amendment CP-11-22 Affordable Housing Location Policy Map

2. Committee of the Whole

D. OLD BUSINESS

1. Rezoning Z-90-22: Rock Quarry Rd & Diamond Dr, east of Rock Quarry Rd, south of Pearl Rd, and west of Diamond Dr (District C)

2. Rezoning Z-8-23 Ratchford Dr, north of the intersection of Ratchford Dr and Capital Blvd (District C)

3. Rezoning Z-15-23: Between S West Street and S Harrington Street, southeast of the W Cabarrus Street & S West Street intersections, (District D)

E. NEW BUSINESS

1. Text Change to Zoning Conditions TCZ-16-23: Midtown Exchange, an assemblage located east of Wake Forest Rd, along St. Albans Dr and Benson Dr (District A)

F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Approval of May 25, 2022 Draft Infrastructure and Mobility Committee Meeting Minutes

2. Approval of June 8, 2023 Draft Strategic Planning Committee Meeting Minutes

3. Approval of June 13, 2023 Draft Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

G. OTHER BUSINESS

1. Report from the Chair

2. Report from the Members

3. Report from the Assistant Director

H. 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.

Dorothea Dix Park Leadership Committee
2023-06-27 09:00 - 11:00 | All Faith’s Chapel at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
The Dix Park Leadership Committee exists to provide guidance to City staff, the Conservancy, and other partners on the implementation of the Dorothea Dix Park Master Plan.
The Dix Park Leadership Committee meeting will be held in-person at the Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel at Dix Park, located at 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh NC 27603.
View Meeting Agendas and Minutes using the City’s paperless system.

Midtown Citizens Advisory Council Meeting -- ZOOM ONLY DUE TO WEATHER
2023-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Eastgate Park, 4200 Quail Hollow Dr,, Raleigh, NC, 27609
Midtown Citizens Advisory Council Meeting
Monday, June 26, 2023,
7:00-9:00 pm

7:00 Call to Order and Welcome to Midtown CAC
7:05 Review of Minutes of Prior MCAC meetings — Discussion on Minutes, Followed by Amendment / Vote
7:10 RPD officers Winkle and Tomczak, — Activity and Crime Stat Report for Midtown Question and Answer
7:30 2023 MCAC Election — Discuss of Slate, Open for nominees, Election
7:45 Text Change – TCZ-13-23; Rezoning of The Exchange Raleigh — Michael Birch, Sam Morris, LongLeaf Law Partners Steven Beattie, Dewitt Carolinas, Bronwyn Redus, Raleigh Planning

8:50 Old / New Business, Announcements, Remarks Adjournment
9:00 Adjournment

Zoom Meeting Link:
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North CAC
2023-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
The North CAC will hold its meeting, Monday, June 26th, at 7pm at the Abbott’s Creek Community Center on Durant Rd.
Meetings are normally the 3rd Monday ofthe month, but the 19th is a city Holiday, Juneteenth
AGENDA
Welcome – Mike O’Sullivan
Parks and Rec – Robert Stewart
Raleigh Police – Mathew Winkle
Raleigh Capital Project Mgr. – Emma Liles – Discuss Neuse River Park
Adjournment

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 1504 Jones Franklin Road (Z-17-23)
2023-06-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
June 26, 7 p.m.
Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Z-17-23
Post- submittal
OX-3 w/SHOD-2 to OX-4-CU w/SHOD-2
(Additional Information)
D
Brendie Vega

Pre-Proposal Conference: Downtown Rental Housing Development
2023-06-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting
The City is hosting a Pre-Proposal Conference for developers interested in the Downtown Rental Housing Development RFP. This is an opportunity for prospective proposers to speak with City staff about the RFP and get their questions answered.
Please register for the webinar in advance.

BPAC Policy Committee
2023-06-26 12:00 - 13:00 | 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 Monday of every month at 12 p.m. unless otherwise specified
Meeting Location: Raleigh Municipal Building, Conference Room 419
Members: Joe Caruso (Chair), Kari Barsness, Elizabeth Alley

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

Summer Concert Series
2023-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27607
The 2023 Summer Concert Series is here! Concerts are free and we encourage tips for the bands. Performers may change without notice. May be canceled for inclement weather. Bring your own chair or blanket. No food is available at Fred Fletcher Park.
Pullen Park
June 11 – Raleigh Jazz Orchestra
June 25 – Triangle Taiko
July 9 – Tune Swingers
July 30 – Husbandos
August 13 – TBD
August 20 – Raleigh Jazz Orchestra
September 17 – The Blue Notes
Fred Fletcher Park
July 23 – Capital Transit
September 10 – Thelonious
September 24 – SWAG
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Connect Raleigh: Giving Back Through Volunteerism
2023-06-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Want to learn more about volunteer opportunities in Raleigh? Join us for Connect Raleigh: Giving Back Through Volunteerism!
This family-friendly event will highlight volunteer-based organizations in the City of Raleigh. Drop by to learn about how you can connect with your community as a volunteer, enjoy snacks and games, and have fun!
Planning to attend? Registration is not required, but you can fill out the RSVP form to stay in the loop!

World Refugee Day Raleigh
2023-06-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Celebrate World Refugee Day at our family-friendly event highlighting and celebrating the resilience of our immigrant and refugee neighbors. Support vendors, play with Marbles Kids Museum, make art with Artspace, or enjoy performances by a variety of local artists and community groups. Join us in raising awareness and connecting with our diverse community.
Performances include music, dance, and more by:
Red Kalyna
North Carolina Opera
Grace Church for All Nations
Tsvitinnya North Carolina Ukrainian Dance Group
Karen Traditional Don Dance
Poetry reading from Brave Histories & Hopeful Futures: Voices of a Refugee Community
Evelin Kembe
Laura Gonzqui
Thanks to our event partners Downtown Raleigh Alliance, Lutheran Services Carolinas, Refugee Hope Partners, U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, and Welcome House Raleigh!
Date: Saturday, June 24
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Artist Reception: Affinity Travelers Exhibition at Pullen Arts Center
2023-06-24 14:00 - 16:30 | Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
Join us at Pullen Arts Center on Saturday, June 24, 2-4:30 p.m. for a closing reception of Affinity Travelers. The exhibition is on display through June 29 and features the work of artists Jonh Blanco, Amy Veatch, Brian McCarthy, and Ndidi Kowalczyk.
Learn more about the artists and artworks in Affinity Travelers

RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee
2023-06-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, June 22 at 5:00 p.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street in the City Council Chamber.
For more information about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov or visit the RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness webpage.

A. Call to Order – Chair

1. Roll Call

2. Approval of Agenda

3. Approval of Minutes: May 25, 2023

4. Minor Work Report

B. Evidentiary Hearings – New Applications

1. COA-0062-2023: 609 POLK STREET

2. COA-0065-2023: 411 N PERSON STREET

C. Deferred – NOT BEING HEARD

1. COA-0051-2023: 516 N BLOUNT STREET

D. Other Business

1. Committee Discussion

E. Adjourment

1. Adjourn Meeting

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 RHDC webpage for additional information including the agenda and how to participate.

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole
2023-06-22 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, June 22 at 4:00 p.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 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. These items will be discussed during the meeting

1. Rezoning Z-60-22: S Boylan Ave and Hargett St, northside of W Hargett St between St Mary’s St and Boylan Ave (District D)

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 Room 305.

Planning Commission Infrastructure and Mobility Committee - CANCELLED
2023-06-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The City of Raleigh Planning Commission Infrastructure and Mobility Committee will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, June 22 at 3:00 p.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street in conference room 303.
For more information about the meeting, please contact Bynum Walter or visit the Planning Commission webpage.
A. These items will be discussed during the meeting

1. Green Stormwater Infrastructure Benefits and Costs (continued from 05/25)

The Infrastructure and Mobility Committee is a subcommittee of the Planning Commission. This subcommittee can discuss issues related to transportation, transit, and infrastructure policies and improvements and connections related to land use or large transportation planning efforts.
The committee typically meets on the fourth Thursday 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 303.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 1230 & 1234 S Saunders St
2023-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, NC, United States
June 21, 7:00 p.m
Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27601
1230 & 1234 S Saunders St
Pre-submittal
IX-3 to CX-20-CU
(Additional Information)
D
Toby Coleman

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 3095 Gresham Lake Road
2023-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Millbrook Exchange Park, 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27615
June 21, 7:00 p.m.
Millbrook Exchange Community Center, Community Room 1, 1905 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
3095 Gresham Lake Rd
Post-submittal
TCZ-19-23
CX-3-CU to CX-3-CU
(Additional information)
B
Molly Stuart
