Livable Raleigh

Raleigh Transit Authority
2026-01-15 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
This meeting of the Raleigh Transit Authority will be held at 3:30 p.m. and the Public Comment begins at 4 p.m. For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.
If you’d like to submit a comment for the upcoming virtual meeting, please email GoRaleigh@raleighnc.gov.
The meeting may be viewed live via RTN 11, the City’s live stream page, and YouTube.

Design Review Commission - CANCELLED
2026-01-15 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. Upcoming meeting agendas for the Design Review Commission can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page. 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.

District A: Election Changes Informational Session
2026-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
The Community Engagement Department is offering District-based Informational Sessions to help residents understand the changes to the local election process. Staff will be available to share information, provide resources, and answer questions.

Come out, get informed, and get ready to vote!

Thursday, January 15
6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Green Road Community Center
4201 Green Rd., Raleigh

Community Cares Collaborative Meeting
2026-01-16 11:30 - 13:30 | White Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1704 Oberlin Road, Raleigh
The Community Cares Collaborative meets:

Every other month on Friday, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
White Memorial Presbyterian Church (lunch provided)
Guest speakers, roundtable discussions, capacity-building activities
Free to participate

Members are encouraged to share updates, engage in group learning, and explore ways to collaborate. Regular communication helps keep all partners informed and connected.

District D Neighborhood Alliance (DDNA) meeting
2026-01-17 09:30 - 11:00 | Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center, 5611 Jaguar Park Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
January’s District D Neighborhood Alliance meeting will be at the Crowder Center (5611 Jaguar Park Dr) on Saturday, January 17 at 9:30 am. There is no agenda – just neighbors catching up with neighbors about City topics. Join us!

Councilor Jones District E Book Club
2026-01-17 09:30 - 11:30 | New World Cafe, 5900 Duraleigh Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27612

Plant Swap!
2026-01-17 11:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Saturday, Jan. 17
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours
2026-01-17 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 February – May at three Raleigh locations. There is no registration required for this FREE resource.

Saturday, Jan. 17
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Green Road Community Center; 4201 Green Rd.

Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

When Community Gathers
2026-01-18 15:00 - 18:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
Join us on Sunday, Jan. 18, the eve of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026, as we come together to celebrate unity and community through music, dance, and art.
In honor of our ancestors, we invite you to wear African or Afrocentric attire to show your solidarity and pride. Enjoy light refreshments and be inspired by the power of community. No registration needed – just bring yourself and your beautiful attire!
Location: John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Center
Ages: All
Cost: Free
This event is hosted by the North Carolina Black Women Empowered 50+ Group.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday 2026
2026-01-19

John Chavis Memorial Park Presents King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
2026-01-19 12:00 - 15:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
John Chavis Memorial Park presents King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 19, from noon to 3 p.m.
This special event will honor Dr. King’s legacy through meaningful service opportunities, engaging children’s activities, and community-centered experiences.
Join us as we reflect, connect, and celebrate the impact of Dr. King’s life and work. This event is free and open to all ages.
Location: John Chavis Memorial Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No registration is required

Outreach at Advance Community Health's Southeast Raleigh Careplex
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Advance Community Health, 1011 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Jan. 20
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
1001 Rock Quarry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610

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

In-Person Water Billing Help Session
2026-01-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
Need help creating your new Raleigh Water Self-Service Portal account? We’re here to help!
Stop by anytime during event hours to get help from Raleigh Water staff.
Please bring:

your current Raleigh Water account number;
your zip code; and,
optional: a mobile device (phone or tablet or laptop).

Event Details
Tuesday, Jan. 20
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Five Points Center for Active Adults
2000 Noble Road
Raleigh, NC 27603

City Council Work Session
2026-01-20 11:30 - 12:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Watch Council Meeting Live Stream
View agendas
Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.

City Council Afternoon Session
2026-01-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 3621 & 3703 Page Road
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Duraleigh Road Community Library, 5800 Duraleigh Road
January 20, 2026
6 p.m.
Duraleigh Road Community Library, 5800 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
3621 & 3703 Page Rd
Post-Submittal
RR TO IX-3
(Additional Information)
E
Chris Miller
Hunt

Arts Commission
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Arts Conference Room, 27 W HARGETT ST STE 302, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Meeting Details

View agenda and past meeting minutes on RaleighNC.gov. Links to the agendas and minutes for upcoming meetings will appear next to the meeting information listed on the page at the appropriate time.
For meetings prior to October 2025, view agenda and past meeting minutes on BoardDocs.
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Public comment voicemails are accepted between 5 p.m. Thursday and 5 p.m. Monday before an Arts Commission meeting. Public comment voicemails will be transcribed and become part of the public record. Comments will be posted to BoardDocs 30 minutes prior to the meeting. One comment per person per meeting is allowed.
To leave a public comment for the Arts Commission meeting, please follow these steps:

Call 855-925-2801 and enter code 6491
Record your comment. The time limit for public comments is three minutes.

Learn more about the Arts Commission

National Day of Racial Healing
2026-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join the Raleigh Human Relations Commission for the annual National Day of Racial Healing Event!
When? Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 6-8 p.m.
Where? City of Raleigh Museum,
220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Register on Eventbrite (TBD)
All ages are welcome! Childcare will be provided.
Launched in 2017, the National Day of Racial Healing is a national observance on the Tuesday after Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This event is an opportunity to bring ALL people together and inspire collective action to build common ground for a better world. This year’s event will feature a panel discussion, a collective mural painting, and free food and drink. Language support will be provided.
To learn more about the Raleigh Human Relations Commission, visit Human Relations Commission.

North CAC
2026-01-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614

Vote Local Informational Pop-Up Event
2026-01-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Advance Community Health, 1011 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Join Us at a Vote Local Pop-Up!
The City of Raleigh’s Community Engagement Department is hosting Vote Local: Our Community, Our City, Your Vote! pop-up events across the city. Stop by to learn about upcoming changes to local elections and connect with staff who are ready to answer your questions. Your voice matters—come out, get informed, and get vote-ready!

Wednesday, January 21
2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Advance Community Health
1001 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh

Planning Commission Text Change Committee
2026-01-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

District B: Election Changes Informational Session
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
The Community Engagement Department is offering District-based Informational Sessions to help residents understand the changes to the local election process. Staff will be available to share information, provide resources, and answer questions.

Come out, get informed, and get ready to vote!

Wednesday, January 21
6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Abbots Creek Community Center
9950 Durant Rd., Raleigh

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 1523 Crest Road
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Jaycee Park Community Center, 2405 Wade Avenue, Raleigh
January 21, 2026
6 p.m.
Jaycee Park, Community Center Club Room, 2405 Wade Ave, Raleigh, NC 27607
1523 Crest Rd
Post-Submittal
RX-3-SRPOD TO RX-7-UL-CU
(Additional Information)
D
Timberly Southerland
Marziano II

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 319 Heck Street
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Tarboro Road Community Center
January 21, 2026
6 p.m.
Tarboro Road Community Center, Tarboro Road CC Meeting Room 2, 121 N. Tarboro Street, Raleigh, NC 27610
319 Heck St
Post-Submittal
R-10-NCOD TO RX-3-CU
(Additional Information)
C
Molly Stuart
Sheshbaradaran

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole
2026-01-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

Alamance Drive Drainage Improvements Public Meeting
2026-01-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Glen Eden Pilot Park, 1500 Glen Eden Drive, Raleigh
We are improving the drainage on Alamance Drive and would like your feedback on design concerns for this upcoming project. Stop by at your convenience to give feedback on the design and construction of the project.
Project Background
Residents on Alamance Drive and Alleghany Road noticed severe yard and structural flooding, which came from undersized pipes in the area. To reduce flooding, we will reroute the water flow on Alamance Drive and replace and upsize a stormwater pipe under Alleghany Road. We finalized the design for this project and anticipate construction this year. Learn more about the project.

RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee
2026-01-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – January 22, 2026
The RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, January 22 at 5 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

A.1

Roll Call

A.2

Approval of Agenda

The Committee will vote to approve of the order of the Evidentiary Hearing portion of the agenda.

A.3

Approval of Minutes

Draft meeting minutes with Decisions and Findings of Facts will be attached by 01/20/25.

A.4

Minor Work Report

A total of 10 minor works were approved from 11-25-25 to 01-06-26.
To view approved Minor Work COA applications, visit the Development Approvals webpage at raleighnc.gov [search tearm: development approvals].

B.

Evidentiary Hearings – Old Applications

None

C.

Evidentiary Hearings – New Applications

C.1

COA-0139-2025 (324 Cutler St)

Boylan Heights Historic Overlay District (HOD-G)
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Property Owner: Kona Investments LLC
Applicant: Tim Wicker

Project Contact: Tim Wicker

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Nature of Project: Install lattice above front porch railing; alter driveway; remove existing fence; construct 6′-0″ rear fence; alter rear deck color

C.2

COA-0152-2025 (200 New Bern Pl)

Capitol Square Historic Overlay District (HOD-G)
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Property Owner: 200 New Bern Pl LLC
Applicant: Chris Norvell

Project Contact: Craig Dean

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Nature of Project: Construct brick-and-wood fence; replace driveway

C.3

COA-0154-2025 (528 N Person St)

Oakwood Historic Overlay District (HOD-G)
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Property Owner: Alexander and Kirsten Jeffries
Applicant: Alex Jeffries

Project Contact: Alex Jeffries

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Nature of Project: Construct two-story accessory structure; alter driveway; construct 12×12′ rear pergola-covered patio with outdoor kitchen; install 8′-0″ fence; install 36″ metal fence; alter side yard landscaping
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*The staff report for this application will be attached by the end of day 1/9/2026.

C.4

COA-0164-2025 (911 W South St)

Boylan Heights Historic Overlay District (HOD-G)
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Property Owner: Scott Runyon and Kim Mercer
Applicant: Scott Runyon

Project Contact: Scott Runyon

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Nature of Project: Remove 2 trees; plant 1 replacement street tree

C.5

COA-0174-2025 (315 Oakwood Ave)

Oakwood Historic Overlay District (HOD-G)
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Property Owner: John and Rebecca O’Grady
Applicant: John O’Grady

Project Contact: John O’Grady

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Nature of Project: Construct rear accessory structure; alter rear fencing

D.

Other Business

E.

Adjourment

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 on how to participate. Upcoming meeting agendas for the RHDC COA can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page.
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.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 5925 Glenwood Avenue
2026-01-22 17:30 - 18:30 | Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edwards Mill Road, 27612
January 22, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
5925 Glenwood Ave
Pre-Submittal
CX-3-PL & R-4 To CX-3-PL
(Additional Information)
E
Will Quick
Burns

NCSU MEAS GSA Presents - The Cost of Growth
2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:00 | NCSU Talley Student Union, 2610 Cates Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27607
NCSU Marine, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences Grad Student Assoc hosts a viewing of The Cost of Growth, a documentary that explores environmental struggles throughout Europe. The documentary creators have agreed to host a pre-screening at NC State, with proceeds going in part to the MEAS GSA!
🗓️ Thursday, Jan. 22
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 Talley Student Union Rm 3210

This event is open to everyone — bring your friends! The GSA will provide light snacks and drinks.

Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at the link below. Proceeds will be split, with 45% going to the film’s non-profit creators for distribution, 45% to the MEAS GSA and 10% to Kinema for hosting.
Tickets here: https://kinema.com/events/The-Cost-of-Growth-qn82fh

City Council Retreat
2026-01-24 08:00 - 12:00 | Jaycee Park Community Center, 2405 Wade Avenue, Raleigh
The Raleigh City Council had planned to hold a planning retreat in Wilmington this weekend. Due to inclement weather and in the interest of public safety, the retreat was relocated to Raleigh. Because of logistical constraints associated with the change in location, the agenda has been adjusted to a half-day session on Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. to approximately noon.
The retreat will be held at Jaycee Park and is open to the public. The City is working to provide a limited-quality livestream of the retreat and will post additional details to the calendar listing as they become available.
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/8ccf2e52-882e-46af-a06f-0823edf56746@f03ae146-d945-4924-95c0-7b661c30ddbb
View the Latest City Council Agenda
A.
Retreat Update
The Raleigh City Council had planned to hold a planning retreat in Wilmington this weekend. Due to inclement weather and in the interest of public safety, the retreat was relocated to Raleigh. Because of logistical constraints associated with the change in location, the agenda has been adjusted to a half-day session on Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. to approximately noon.
The retreat will be held at Jaycee Park and is open to the public. The City is working to provide a limited-quality livestream of the retreat and will post additional details to the calendar listing as they become available.
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/8ccf2e52-882e-46af-a06f-0823edf56746@f03ae146-d945-4924-95c0-7b661c30ddbb
B.
OPENING REMARKS AND RETREAT INTENTIONS
C.
BUDGET AND FINANCIAL OUTLOOK
Sadia Sattar, Budget & Management Services
Allison Bradsher, Finance
D.
PARKING
Paul Kallam, Transportation
E.
BONDS DISCUSSION
E.1
TRANSPORTATION BONDS
Paul Kallam, Transportation
E.2
HOUSING BONDS
Emila Sutton, Housing & Community Development
F.
CITY MANAGER OPERATIONAL UPDATE
Marchell Adams-David, City Manager
Patrick Young, Planning & Development
G.
RETREAT WRAP-UP & ADJOURNMENT
Materials from past meetings (agendas, presentations, and minutes) are available on our website.
Visit the City Council web page.
Where:
Jaycee Park
2405 Wade Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27607
The agenda will be published soon.
