Livable Raleigh

City Council Afternoon Session
2025-10-07 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
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1:00 P.M. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR Pledge of Allegiance
RECOGNITION OF SPECIAL AWARDS

B.1 Raleigh Parks – National Accreditation – Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies
The Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department (Raleigh Parks) has recently achieved accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies and the National Recreation and Park Association. This prestigious distinction recognizes Raleigh Parks as one of the leading park and recreation agencies in the country.
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Accreditation is the highest honor a park and recreation organization can achieve. It demonstrates that Raleigh Parks meets rigorous standards related to operations, planning, community involvement, and service delivery. Only a small percentage of agencies nationwide

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C. CONSENT AGENDA
All items on the consent agenda are considered to be routine and may be enacted by one motion. If a council member requests discussion on an item, the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. The vote on the consent agenda will be a roll call vote.
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Recommended Action: Motion to approve all Items of the Consent Agenda.

C.1 CONSENT AGENDA – GENERAL ITEMS

C.1.a Mutual Aid Agreement – Wake County Emergency Management
Andrea Saravitz, Fire Department
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Wake County is requesting each governing Board to adopt its Emergency Operations Plan and Mutual Aid Agreement. The County’s Emergency Operations Plan does not replace the City’s Emergency Operations Plan. Approval of the County’s Plan ensures that local plans and procedures align with and support the overall county, State, and federal response to ensure coordination across all phases of emergency management. The County’s Plan, as well as each municipal plan, must follow the National Incident Management System (NIMS) principles that each jurisdiction adopted between 2005 and 2007.
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The Wake County Emergency Management Mutual Aid Agreement is the blanket Agreement that ties all municipal resources, under the authority of the Board and Manager, to provide mutual aid and the jurisdiction to receive mutual assistance from other municipalities in the county, across the State, and ties eligibility under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), which all 50 States have signed. The Mutual Aid Agreement also does not replace any existing mutual aid agreements that departments may have. Each jurisdiction will have a stand-alone Mutual Aid Agreement for signature.
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Recommended Action: Authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the agreement.

C.1.b Resolution – Authorize Donation of Surplus Property – Town of Winfall
Ivonne Mendez, Finance
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G.S. 160A-280 gives authority to local governments to donate personal property that is no

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longer of use to the City to another governmental unit within the United States, a sister city, or a nonprofit organization. A request has been received from the Town of Winfall for a utility vehicle to assist the town’s Public Works department.
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The Purchasing Manager is, therefore, requesting a resolution approving the donation of surplus property to the Town of Winfall. A public notice has been made of at least five days prior to the adoption of a resolution approving the donation.
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The donation includes the following items: .
One (1) 2013 Ford E250 – Tag 014180 VIN # 1FDBF2B69DEB20257
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The total estimated value of the donation from the Fleet Management Operations to the Town of Winfall is $8,000. Additional information is included with the agenda materials.
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Recommended Action: Adopt the resolution and authorize staff to proceed with the transfer of the equipment to the town of Winfall.

C.1.c Raleigh Housing Authority Bond Issuance – Moore Square Apartments
Annie Baumann-Mitchell, Housing and Community Development
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The Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA) has requested to issue up to $31,682,000 in bonds for the purpose of financing, constructing, and equipping the Moore Square Apartments, a 160- unit affordable rental development. Under North Carolina Housing Authorities Law, RHA may issue bonds for projects located within the City of Raleigh, provided that City Council adopts a resolution consenting to the issuance of the bonds. This action will not obligate the City to the project in any way.
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Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution to authorize the Raleigh Housing Authority to issue bonds for Moore Square Apartments affordable rental housing project.

C.1.d Affordable Housing – Budget Memo – Barton Oaks
Annie Baumann-Mitchell, Housing and Community Development
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The Joint Venture Rental Development Program provides low-interest loans to developers of affordable multifamily housing and leverages the Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). Because the City’s Rental Development Program is primarily designed to complement the LITHC program and its funding cycle, conditional commitments issued after City Council project approval are partially contingent upon the projects receiving the LIHTC award. LIHTCs have now been awarded to Barton Oaks (fka Strickland Apartments) and staff request authorization to process the necessary budget transfers.

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Recommended Action: Authorize the associated budget transfer for Barton Oaks, a previously authorized affordable housing development project.

C.1.e License Agreement – Seasonal Pool at Lake Johnson Park – Wolfpack Elite, Inc
Ken Hisler, Parks Recreation and Cultural Resources
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Since 1984 the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department (Raleigh Parks) has operated a seasonal pool at Lake Johnson Park. Staff has negotiated a nine-year license agreement with Wolfpack Elite, Inc, a local swim club, to create a year-round, heated, pool that includes replacement of the existing 40-year-old pool and upgrades to the pump system. Wolfpack Elite, Inc. will provide a minimum $2.0 million investment to complete the agreed upon infrastructure improvements. Raleigh Parks will complete upgrades to the existing bathhouse to align with the pool upgrades.
In return for the financial investment, the terms of the licensing agreement provide for the Wolfpack Elite organization to receive no-cost, exclusive use of the pool and facilities. The public will continue to have access for seasonal recreational use of the pool with expanded access year-round.
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Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute the license agreement.

C.1.f Resolution – Donation of Property – Retirement of Canine Officer
Dawn Myers, Police
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A police dog is being retired from duty and needs a proper home upon retirement. Included with the agenda materials is a resolution to authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the required documentation to transfer ownership of this service animal from the City to the individual officer stated in the resolution.
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Recommended Action: Adopt the resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary instruments to donate the police dog.

C.2 CONSENT AGENDA – PETITION ANNEXATIONS

C.2.a Petition Annexation – AX-30-25 – Contiguous Inside ETJ – 2101 Jones Franklin Road (District D)
Christopher Golden, Planning and Development
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Petition Annexation – AX-30-25 – Contiguous Inside ETJ – 2101 Jones Franklin Road (District D)
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Recommended Action: Acknowledge the annexation petition, direct the City Clerk to check the sufficiency of the petition pursuant to State statutes, and if found sufficient, authorize advertisement for public hearing to be held on October 21, 2025.

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CONSENT AGENDA – GRANTS

C.3.a Grant Amendment – NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program – Traffic Enforcement
Ashley Staten, Police
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The City has been awarded an additional $1,500 from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) through the Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) to pay travel costs for three officers to attend the GHSP’s annual traffic safety conference, and no city match is required. These funds will be added to the current grant of $50,000, which was approved by Council on September 2, 2025, making the total amount of the grant $51,500.
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A budget amendment in the amount of $1,500 is necessary to appropriate the grant proceeds; accounting detail provided in agenda back-up.
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Recommended Action: Authorize staff to execute all required grant documentation; authorize a budget amendment in the amount of $1,500; adopt a resolution required to complete the grant application.

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CONSENT AGENDA – CONTRACTS AND CONSULTANT SERVICES

C.4.a Professional Services – On-Call Master Service Agreement for Design and Engineering Services – Multiple Vendors
James Walters, Engineering Services
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Following a Request for Qualifications process to procure professional design services, 14 proposals were received September 12, 2025, for the On-Call Master Service Agreement for design and engineering services. Individual contracts will be negotiated to provide architectural, mechanical, structural, civil, electrical, plumbing, landscape, abatement design, costs estimating, and construction administration for both known projects and unknown as-needed work.
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Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute individual contracts with Dewberry Engineers, Inc. and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., in the amount not to exceed $2,000,000 for a five-year term with each vendor.

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Contract Services – Access Control System Upgrades – Raleigh Convention and

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Performing Arts Complex – Brady Integrated Security, Inc. – Amendment No. 1
Kerry Painter, Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex
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An amendment to the existing contract with Brady Integrated Security, Inc. is necessary to strengthen the safety and security infrastructure across the convention and performing arts centers by updating equipment, cameras, and improving pedestrian accessibility based on additional needs identified. Additional details are included with the agenda materials.
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Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment to the contract with Brady Integrated Security, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $542,414.

C.4.c Contract Services – GoRaleigh Dispatch and Vehicle Locator System – Clever Devices LTD
David Walker, Transportation
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Operation of the GoRaleigh transit system relies heavily on the development of transportation schedules and associated geographic information. This contract would provide Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) software and maintenance services for the GoRaleigh transit system. An additional feature, disruption management service, is included in this contract to provide drivers with accurate route data to improve operations. The total contract amount will not exceed $753,971. Additional information may be found with the agenda materials.
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Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Clever Devices LTD in an amount not to exceed $753,971.

C.5 CONSENT AGENDA – BUDGET AMENDMENTS AND TRANSFERS

C.5.a Budget Amendment – Trust for Public Land
Deborah Huston, Parks Recreation and Cultural Resources
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This City has been awarded a $15,000 re-grant from the Trust for Public Land (TPL) to serve as a facilitator to coach organizations in the Participatory Planning and Design Track of the On Common Ground grant. City staff will lead 4–6 group coaching sessions for TPL grant recipients in the 2025 and 2026 cohorts. A budget amendment in the amount of $15,000 is necessary to appropriate grant proceeds; accounting detail is provided with the agenda materials.
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Recommended Action: Authorize a budget amendment in the amount of $15,000.

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C.6

CONSENT AGENDA – BIDS

C.6.a Bid Award – Wake Bus Rapid Transit – New Bern Avenue Corridor Package 2 – Fred Smith Company
Het Patel, Transportation
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In November 2016, Wake County voters approved a transit-dedicated half-cent sales tax investment to expand and better connect the public transit network throughout Wake County. The plan will connect the region; connect all Wake County communities; provide frequent, reliable urban mobility; and enhance access to transit. Transit improvements identified in the plan include the implementation of four (4) Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridors. On September 4, 2018, City Council authorized the mayor to accept the City’s project sponsor designation for the Wake Transit Plan’s BRT (Wake BRT) projects.
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The Wake Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) New Bern Avenue Project will install approximately 5.4 miles of BRT infrastructure including 3.3 mile of dedicated bus lanes and 19 bus platforms at 10 stations along New Bern Avenue, Morgan Street, Edenton Street, Blount Street, and Wilmington Street. On January 7, 2025, City Council rejected all bids during the previous construction advertisement. At the February 11, 2025, Council Work Session, staff presented a project status update and approach for splitting construction activities into the three (3) separate packages. City Council awarded Package 1 to Rifenburg North Carolina, LLC. Package 2 was advertised for construction bids on July 25, 2025. Two (2) sealed bids were received on September 19, 2025. The engineer’s estimate for Package 2 was $68,203,897. Sealed bids were opened; Staff have reviewed the bid for completeness and responsiveness and recommend awarding the bid to Fred Smith Company in the amount of $64,676,000. Staff requests authorization for the City Manager to execute a construction contract in an amount not to exceed $71,345,600 which includes a project contingency equal to 10% ($6,669,600) for a total project authorization not to exceed $71,345,600.
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Construction advertisement for Package 3 is anticipated by the end of year 2025.
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Recommended Action: (1) Award the bid to Fred Smith Company in the amount of $64,676,000; (2) Authorize a project contingency equal to 10% of the awarded contract amount ($6,669,600); (3) Authorize the City Manager to execute the construction contract and any necessary change orders; and (4) Authorize budget amendments up to the total project authorization of $71,345,600.

C.7 C.7.a

CONSENT AGENDA – TRAFFIC Neighborhood Speed Limit Reductions

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William Shumaker, Transportation
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The Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP) was established with a goal of increasing the safety and vibrancy of Raleigh’s neighborhood streets. Speed limit reductions resident requested and are the first step in the broader traffic calming process and are usually effective enough that no further action is needed.
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Through the resident engagement process, residents have shown support for the following streets:
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Bryan Street Laurel Valley Way Old Buffaloe Road

242 ballots sent with 1 no vote 100 ballots sent with 3 no votes
32 ballots sent with 1 no vote

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Engineering evaluations were conducted, and staff recommends that the speed limits be reduced.
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Recommended Action: Authorize the appropriate changes in the Traffic Schedule included with the agenda materials effective seven days after Council action.

C.7.b Bus Zone – 200 West Martin Street
Tony Howard, Transportation
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It is recommended that a Bus Zone be established on the south side of the 200 block of West Martin Street near South Dawson Street to better serve GoRaleigh Route 9. The current bus stop on West Hargett Street has proven difficult for operators to access due to tight routing constraints, leading to missed service and safety concerns. Relocating the zone will improve reliability, provide safer curb access for passengers (including wheelchair ramp deployment), and enhance overall rider experience. No objections were received from property owners during notification. The change will also adjust curb use by removing a Commercial Loading Zone, reducing an oversized Curbside Pickup Zone, and creating four new metered spaces on West Hargett Street.
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Recommended Action: Authorize the changes in the Traffic Schedule included with the agenda materials.

C.7.c No Parking Zone – Line of Sight – South Person Street
Tony Howard, Transportation
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It is recommended that No Parking Zones be established along the west side of South Person Street near Bledsoe Avenue to improve safety and sight lines. A staff study

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confirmed that parked vehicles obstruct visibility for drivers exiting Bledsoe Avenue. While some residents expressed concerns about the loss of on-street parking, staff emphasized the need to prioritize safety. The change will remove approximately four parking spaces but will provide safer conditions for motorists and pedestrians. A related concern at South Person and Lee Street will also be reviewed separately.
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Recommended Action: Authorize the changes in the Traffic Schedule included with the agenda materials.

D. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION

D.1 Planning Commission Report
The agenda items in this category are the recommendations of the Planning Commission. The Council may wish to consider these items in the same manner as items on the consent agenda. If a Council Member requests discussion of an item, the item will be removed from the commission report and considered separately. The vote on the Planning Commission report will be a roll call vote.
Included with the agenda materials are minutes from recent Planning Commission meeting(s), provided for Council use and reference regarding commission discussion and votes. In accordance with a prior request from City Council, listed below is a current forecast of upcoming scheduled public hearings:
October 21, 2025, 1:00 p.m.

Public Nuisance Abatement – Property Lien – 5311 Dillard Drive (ETJ)
Petition Annexation AX-21-25 – 3101 Watkins Town Road (District B)
Petition Annexation AX-23-25 – 7703 Ray Road (District B)
Rezoning Z-05-25 – Rock Quarry Road (District C upon annexation)
Rezoning Z-08-25 – 1011 Cross Link Road (District C)
Rezoning Z-16-25 – 6100 Creedmoor Road (District A)
Rezoning Z-22-25 – 3101 Watkins Town Road (District B)
November 4, 2025, 7:00 p.m.

Application for Historic Landmark Designation – State Capitol Holiday Inn – 320 Hillsborough Street **
Application for Historic Landmark Designation – Morley and Carol Kare House – 2204 Barfield Court **
** Indicates Joint Hearing with the Raleigh Historic Development Commission

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D.2 Rezoning Z-11-25 2230 South New Hope Road
Bynum Walter, Planning and Development Nicole Bennett, Planning Commission
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This is a request to permit up to 175 residential units on the property and reduce the amount of office and commercial use currently permitted.
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Planning Commission recommends denial (6-2). Commissioners O’Haver and Otwell were opposed.
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Recommended Action: The City Council may set a date for a public hearing on this case. Alternatively, the request can be held or referred to committee for further review. If a hearing is authorized, staff recommends a hearing date of November 4, 2025.

D.3 Text Change to Zoning Conditions TCZ-13-25 2230, 3219 Poole Road (District C)
Bynum Walter, Planning and Development
Nicole Bennett, Planning Commission
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This is a request to amend zoning conditions to increase residential entitlement by 10 units and adjust dimensional standards related to building placement and planting requirements.
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Planning Commission recommends approval (8-0)
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Recommended Action: The City Council may set a date for a public hearing on this case. Alternatively, the request can be held or referred to committee for further review. If a hearing is authorized, staff recommends a hearing date of November 4, 2025.

D.4 Rezoning Z-17-25 Louisburg Road (District B)
Bynum Walter, Planning and Development Nicole Bennett, Planning Commission
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This is a request to increase residential density and permit a wider range of housing options. .
Planning Commission recommends approval (8-0)
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Recommended Action: The City Council may set a date for a public hearing on this case. Alternatively, the request can be held or referred to committee for further review. If a hearing is authorized, staff recommends a hearing date of November 4, 2025.

D.5 Rezoning Z-18-25 5209 Kyle Drive (District B)

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Bynum Walter, Planning and Development
Nicole Bennett, Planning Commission
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This is a request to remove existing zoning conditions that reference outdated stormwater regulations and limit development to detached housing only. If approved, the request would increase residential development, permit a broader range of housing types, and permit civic uses typically permitted in residential zoning districts. Proposed zoning conditionals prohibit a connection to R B Drive.
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Planning Commission recommends approval (8-0)
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Recommended Action: The City Council may set a date for a public hearing on this case. Alternatively, the request can be held or referred to committee for further review. If a hearing is authorized, staff recommends a hearing date of November 4, 2025.

D.6 Text Change TC-3-25: Greenway Amendments
Amends the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to improve Raleigh’s regulatory approach to Greenways, aligning it with community goals and recommendations from the Council- approved City of Raleigh 2022 Greenway Master Plan.
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Recommended Action: The City Council may set a date for a public hearing on this case. Alternatively, the request can be held or referred to committee for further review. if a hearing is authorized, staff recommends a hearing date of November 4, 2025.

E. SPECIAL ITEMS

E.1 Council Contingency Disbursement
Michele Mallette, City Manager’s Office
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In accordance with appropriation procedures for Council Contingency items, at the request of Council, the following disbursements from Council Contingency allocations are being requested: .
Council Member Patton
$1000 to Wake Audubon Society for their Leave Your Leaves Program
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Council Member Harrison
$1000 to U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants North Carolina (USCRI-NC for their Fly With Me Event
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Council Member Silver
$1000 to HIS Daughter’s Legacy, Inc. for their STEM & Leadership Mini-Camp

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Recommended Action: Council may authorize disbursement of the Council Contingency allocation request as presented.

E.2 City Code Text Change – Seaboard Station Social District
Whitney Schoenfeld, City Manager’s Office
During the September 16 Council meeting, staff presented a social district application for Sip n’ Stroll Seaboard Station. Council directed staff to draft an ordinance amendment to establish the new district.
Per Council direction, the proposed boundaries have been modified to include 111 Seaboard Station businesses. Each business will retain the option to opt-in or opt-out of the district.
An ordinance amending the City Code to reflect these changes is included with the agenda materials, as well as a map depicting revised boundaries of the social district. If adopted, the ordinance would take effect on November 14, 2025.
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Recommended Action: Should Council desire to proceed with establishing an additional social district, it would be appropriate to adopt the ordinance.

E.3 Noise Ordinance Recommendations – Amplified Sound – Proposed Amendments
Whitney Schoenfeld, Special Events
Dottie Kibler, City Attorney’s Office
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At the July 1, 2025, City Council meeting, the Council directed staff to assess the current noise ordinances and to provide recommendations addressing concerns about amplified sound. Businesses and neighbors raised concerns about commercial amplified entertainment and enforcement of noise ordinances. The City engaged Brian Block of Sound City Planning to evaluate the City’s current noise standards for amplified entertainment and to offer recommendations for addressing concerns. Mr. Block has extensive experience in nightlife regulation in Austin, Texas and has worked with a number of cities on establishing noise regulations for amplified entertainment. In addition to working with staff, Mr. Block made multiple visits to Raleigh, Glenwood South, and venues elsewhere in the City. His work also incorporated survey responses and stakeholder interviews with business representatives and residents. His report is included with the agenda materials.
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Based on Mr. Block’s recommendations, staff across multiple departments have prepared an amendment to the City’s noise ordinances, proposing three categories of decibel limits for commercial amplified sound: for Glenwood South, for the remainder of the City, and for venues outside Glenwood South that obtain a permit. A copy of the draft ordinance is included in the

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agenda materials.
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Business owners expressed frustration that there was no mathematical limit that applied to sound. Adopting a decibel limit sets clear expectations for all. The specific decibel limits proposed are recommended by the expert based on his work in Raleigh and differ depending on the time of day and day of the week. The proposed amendment aims to establish clear rules that balance business interests in playing amplified sound and residents’ desire to enjoy quiet in their own homes.
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Because violation of the amended ordinance can be punished as a misdemeanor, State law requires that the Council receive this proposed ordinance at one meeting and vote on the ordinance at a later meeting. If the Council wished to proceed with this ordinance, it would be appropriate to place the item on another Council agenda. The Council could direct that the item appear on the Consent Agenda, in the City Attorney’s Report, as a Special Item, or issue other directions.
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Recommended Action: Receive the proposed noise ordinance amendments and determine any further action.

F. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY MANAGER

F.1 Reflecting Raleigh: The Next Comprehensive Plan – Civic Assembly
The Comprehensive Plan serves as the city’s long-term vision for the built environment. Reflecting Raleigh 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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A successful plan requires input from a large, representative cross-section of the Raleigh community. To achieve this level of representation, Reflecting Raleigh is leveraging a breadth of strategies, including a civic assembly.
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During the meeting staff will share information about the civic assembly design process and the assignment that the assembly will be tasked with.
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Recommended Action: Approve the remit for the Raleigh Civic Assembly, as outlined in the staff memorandum included with the agenda materials. Alternatively, City Council may defer this item to a future meeting.

F.2 Overview – Development Review Process
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City Council recently requested additional information on the development review process, with a focus on the administrative components of the process. Staff will detail the process, who is involved (internally and externally), ongoing engagement with stakeholders, information about the timeliness and efficiency of review processes, the challenges associated with the development review process, and recent and planned improvements.
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Recommended Action: Receive as information.

G. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY BOARD

G.1 Annual Report and Work Plan
Megan Anderson, Sustainability
Scott Greenman, Board Chair
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The Annual Report for fiscal year 2024-25 will be provided as information. The annual work plan for fiscal year 2025-26 will be presented for approval. Information is included with the agenda materials.
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Recommended Action: Receive the annual report as information. Approve the annual work plan.

H. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE PARKS, RECREATION, AND GREENWAY ADVISORY BOARD

H.1 Mine Creek Trail – Design Approval
Kimberly Siran, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
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This project includes improvements to an existing one-mile section of the Mine Creek Greenway Trail. Funding is provided through the 2022 Parks Bond Referendum, with a budget of $5,600,000.
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Recommended Action: Approve the schematic design for the Mine Creek Greenway Improvements project as recommended by the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board.

I. MATTERS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING (AFTERNOON SESSION)

I.1 Rezoning Z-52-24 Tryon Road, on the north side of Tryon Road between its intersections with Par Drive and Fairway Drive (District D)
Hannah Reckhow, Planning and Development

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This is a request to increase residential development and broaden the range of permitted housing types.
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Following the September 16 City Council meeting, the rezoning request was revised to remove the property located at 1600 Tryon Road. If a signed version of the revision is received by Friday October 3, 2025, City council may act on the updated application.
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Recommended Action: Conduct the public hearing. At the conclusion of the public hearing, City Council may choose to act on the case or defer for further review. Alternatively, the City Council may choose to continue the public hearing to a future date. The appropriate consistency statements are included in the agenda materials. If Council acts on the case, any ordinance approved shall be adopted this day and shall become effective five days following a favorable vote.

J. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON COUNCIL ADVISORY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

J.1 Special Committee on Council Advisory Boards and Commissions – Various Recommendations
During the March 18 City Council meeting, the City Council established a temporary Special Committee on Council Advisory Boards and Commissions to carry out a review on various matters related to the function and operation of the City’s advisory boards and commissions. Subsequently, the Committee convened on multiple occasions for deliberation and by split vote, is recommending various items for the full Council’s consideration of approval as outlined in the memorandum included with the agenda materials. A draft ordinance is also included for consideration of adoption.

K. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION COMMITTEE

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No Report
No Report/No Items Pending
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE SAFE, VIBRANT AND HEALTHY COMMUNITY

K.2 Items Pending
Item 24-01: Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan Updates (9/2/25)

L. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE GROWTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE

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N.2 O.
O.1 P.

REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE TRANSPORTATION AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
No Items Pending
REPORT OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
Individual Reports from the Mayor and Council Members APPOINTMENTS

COMMITTEE

M.1 Item 24-01: Commercial and Residential Use – Conflicts and Intersection of Hospitality/Nightlife Areas and Residential
By a split vote, the Safe, Vibrant and Healthy Community Committee recommends reporting the item out with no action taken.

M.2 Items Pending
Item 24-02: Hours of Operation – Commercial Trash Pickup (4/1/25)

N.1 Item 24-06: Pavement Markings – Crosswalks and General Markings
The Transportation and Transit Committee recommends reporting the item out with no action taken.

P.1 Arts Commission – One Regular Vacancy
No nominees.

P.2 Fair Housing Advisory Board – One Regular Vacancy

Damien Gu (Jones)
Diana Youssef (Branch)

P.3 Police Advisory Board – One Regular Vacancy (Attorney Slot)
No nominees.

Q.

NOMINATIONS

Q.1 Design Review Commission – One Regular Vacancy
The term of Jonathan Best is expiring and he does not wish to be considered for reappointment. Past practice has been to elevate the longest-serving alternate, listed below,

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and declare an alternate vacancy. .
Brooke Funkhouser
Total meetings attended: 14 Total meetings held: 18

Q.2 Board of Adjustment – One Regular Vacancy
The term of Rodney Swink is expiring soon and he is not eligible for reappointment due to length of service. Past practice has been to elevate the longest-serving alternate, listed below, and declare an alternate vacancy.
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Kay Crowder
Total meetings attended: 6*
Total meetings held: 23
*Note: As an alternate member, attended as needed for quorum purposes.

REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY CLERK

S.1 2026 Municipal Elections – Establish Filing Fees
In preparation for the 2026 municipal elections, the Wake County Board of Elections has requested confirmation of filing fees for the mayor and council offices during the upcoming municipal elections.
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The previous filing fee for mayor and council seats was set at $250 (mayor) and $200 (council).
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Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing filing fees for the 2026 municipal election.

S.2 Minutes – Various
Draft copies of the following minutes are included in the agenda materials for consideration of approval:

September 16, 2025 Work Session & Regular Session
September 27, 2025 City Council Retreat
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Recommended Action: Approve the minutes.

T. CLOSED SESSION

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RHDC Community Awareness Committee
2025-10-07 16:00 - 17:30 | One Exchange Plaza, 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NY, 27601
NOTE: The City of Raleigh has launched a new agenda management portal called “eScribe” that will improve access and transparency for Raleigh Historic Development Commission meeting agendas and minutes.
The October 7 Community Awareness Committee agenda is now live and can be accessed through the new City Council, Boards and Commissions: Agendas and Minutes webpage.

Public Meeting – October 7, 2025

The Community Awareness Committee of the Raleigh Historic Development Commissionwill conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, October 7 at 4 p.m. in conference room 809 of One Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NC 27601.
For questions about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov

A.

Call to Order

The previous meeting notes are attached.

B.

Public Comment

This is an opportunity for the public to comment on items or issues that are not otherwise on the agenda. Please limit comments to 3 minutes per speaker.

C.

Old Business

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RHDC Website Conversion

The conversion of the RHDC’s independent website to the City of Raleigh website is an ongoing long-term project. The work is led by the City’s Historic Preservation Unit staff with assistancefrom the RHDC’s Community Awareness Committee. Any recently published webpages will be highlighted for informational purposes.

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RHDC Landmark Cards

During the pandemic, the Commission designed and printed collectible trading cards for a small number of Raleigh Historic Landmark properties. The Committee will share updates on efforts to develop a more easily edited card design and discuss next steps for publishing a new series of historic landmark collectible cards.

D.

New Business

D.1

RHDC Social Media

The Committee will review public engagement from the previous month to determine if additional action or attention is needed. Commissioners will select planned social media topics for the upcoming month and prepare posts.

E.

Other Business

Other business may be discussed as needed.

F.

Adjournment

The Community Awareness Committee meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. at One Exchange Plaza, conference room 809. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal.

City Budget Listening Sessions
2025-10-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
The City is seeking input from residents about priorities for the next City budget. The Budget and Management Services Department (BMS) will host listening sessions between October 1 and 16, and a budget priorities survey will be available between October 1 and November 30. Resident input is critical in creating a representative City budget.
There will be six opportunities for in-person engagement, in addition to a virtual session.
Virtual Session
The virtual listening session will be held via Zoom. Residents who choose the virtual session must pre-register and will receive the Zoom link the day before the session.
Wednesday, October 15, 6-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Sessions
In person sessions will kick off on October 1 and run through October 16. They will be held at community centers in each district.
• registration is not required to attend an in-person session, however residents that would like an email reminder, free childcare, or free interpretation services should register using this link
– childcare is available at all in-person sessions, except Budget and Brews, if requested at least three days in advance
– interpretation services (for any language) are available at all sessions if requested at least three days in advance
• to ensure that all voices are heard, residents are asked to attend only one listening session
Residents may attend any session, regardless of what district they live in. If you’re not sure what district you live in, visit the Services web page and enter your address.
Schedule for in-person sessions:
Wednesday, October 1, 6-7:30 p.m. – District C – Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Thursday, October 2, 6-7:30 p.m. – District A – Green Road Community Center, 4201 Green Rd.
Tuesday, October 7, 6-7:30 p.m. – District B – Abbots Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd.
Monday, October 13, 6-7:30 p.m. – District D - Jaycee Community Center, 2405 Wade Ave.
Tuesday, October 14, 6-7:30 p.m. – District E – Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edwards Mill Rd.
Budget and Brews
Budget and Brews is the final in-person listening session. There, residents can share their thoughts about the City budget with free pizza provided!
Thursday, October 16, 6-7:30 p.m. – State of Beer, 401 Hillsborough St., Suite B
Budget Survey
A budget priorities survey will be available from October 1 through November 30. Residents may attend a session and/or share their thoughts via the online survey! The survey link will be added to the web on October 1.
For more information, visit RaleighNC.gov and search “budget input”. BMS is also available to answer questions by phone at 919-996-4270, or email at budget@raleighnc.gov.

City Council Evening Session
2025-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
7:00 P.M. EVENING AGENDA
MATTERS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING

W.1 Street Closing STC-02-2025: Swinburne Street Right-of-Way
A petition has been submitted to close a portion of Swinburne Street that was approved with the Wake III Campus Master Plan (MP-01-2024, Z-08-2024) adopted by council on October 15, 2024.
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Recommended Action: Conduct the hearing. If Council wishes to proceed with the closing, adopt the resolution ordering the closing and related actions with the conditions outlined.

W.2 Rezoning Z-12-25: Peace Street and West Street, northeast of the intersection of Peace Street and West Street (District D)
Bynum Walter, Planning and Development .
This is a request to increase permitted building height and remove industrial uses from future development options.
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Recommended Action: Conduct the public hearing. At the conclusion of the public hearing, City Council may choose to act on the case or defer for further review. Alternatively, the City Council may choose to continue the public hearing to a future date. The appropriate consistency statements are included in the agenda materials. If Council acts on the case, any ordinance approved shall be adopted this day and shall become effective five days following a favorable vote.

W.3 Rezoning Z-13-24: S. New Hope Road, north of the intersection of Rock Quarry Road and New Hope Road (District C upon annexation)
Hannah Reckhow, Planning and Development
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This is a request to increase building height, permit a broader range of housing types, and permit neighborhood serving retail and commercial uses.
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Recommended Action: Conduct the public hearing. At the conclusion of the public hearing, City Council may choose to act on the case or defer for further review. Alternatively, the City Council

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may choose to continue the public hearing to a future date. The appropriate consistency statements are included in the agenda materials. If Council acts on the case, any ordinance approved shall be adopted this day and shall become effective five days following a favorable vote.

W.4 Rezoning Z-10-25 8125 Leesville Road, north of the intersection of Leesville Road
Bynum Walter, Planning and Development
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This is a request to increase residential density and permit a broader range of housing types.
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Recommended Action: Conduct the public hearing. At the conclusion of the public hearing, City Council may choose to act on the case or defer for further review. Alternatively, the City Council may choose to continue the public hearing to a future date. The appropriate consistency statements are included in the agenda materials. If Council acts on the case, any ordinance approved shall be adopted this day and shall become effective five days following a favorable vote.

W.5 Rezoning Z-51-24: Fairbanks Drive, just west of the intersection of Fairbanks Drive and Leesville Road (District E)
Hannah Reckhow, Planning and Development
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This is a request to increase residential density and permit neighborhood serving retail and commercial uses.
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Recommended Action: Conduct the public hearing. At the conclusion of the public hearing, City Council may choose to act on the case or defer for further review. Alternately, the City Council may choose to continue the public hearing to a future date. The appropriate consistency statements are included in the agenda materials. If Council acts on the case, any ordinance approved shall be adopted this day and shall become effective five days following a favorable vote.

X. ADJOURNMENT

The Raleigh City Council will meet for an evening session.

Watch Council Meeting Live Stream
View agendas
Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.

Raleigh Historic Development Commission
2025-10-08 08:30 - 10:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – October 8, 2025

NOTE: The City of Raleigh has launched a new agenda management portal called “eScribe” that will improve access and transparency for Raleigh Historic Development Commission meeting agendas and minutes.
The October 8 Raleigh Historic Development Commission agenda is now live and can be accessed through the new City Council, Boards and Commissions: Agendas and Minuteswebpage.

The Raleigh Historic Development Commission will conduct a public meeting on Wednesday, October 8 at 8:30 a.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street in the City Council Chamber.
Public participation is available in person and remotely via voicemail. Visit the RHDC pagefor details on how to leave a public comment.
For questions about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov

A.

Call to Order

B.

Consent Agenda

B.1

Approval of Minutes

Draft minutes from the September meeting are attached.

C.

Public Comment

C.1

Public Comments

C.2

Voicemail Comments

D.

Old Business

E.

New Business

E.1

RHDC Quasi-Judicial Training

City Attorney Patrick Jones will be present to provide a brief quasi-judicial training for the Commission. The UDO (Unified Development Ordinance) states that RHDC is responsible fordeciding subdivision requests in HOD-G, HOD-S and those parcels containing Raleigh Historic Landmarks in a quasi-judicial hearing. This training is provided in anticipation of upcoming subdivision reviews.

F.

Committee Reports

F.1

Research

F.2

Nominations

F.3

Certificate of Appropriateness (COA)

F.4

Community Awareness

G.

Other Business

G.1

Report of Commissioners

G.2

Report of Historic Preservation Unit

The October 8, 2025 Report of the Historic Preservation Unit is attached.

H.

Adjournment

The Commission typically meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal.
Raleigh Historic Development 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 and Participation
Visit the RHDC webpage for additional information on how to participate in person or by voicemail comment.

Substance Use Advisory Commission Meeting
2025-10-08 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. View the agenda and minutes on BoardDocs.
For more information, visit Substance Use Advisory Commission.

Community Engagement Board Meeting
2025-10-08 16:30 - 18:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Please join us for the Community Engagement Board meeting.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 8
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Raleigh Municipal Building
Room 305
222 W. Hargett Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Online:
If you can’t attend in person, please join virtually.
Free Parking:
Municipal Complex Parking Deck
Third Level
201 W. Morgan Street
Raleigh, NC 27604

Hispanic and Immigrant Affairs Board Meeting
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Hispanic and Immigrant Affairs Board advises City Council on barriers that impact the Hispanic and immigrant community in social, economic, and vocational pursuits. View the agenda and minutes on Boarddocs.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 8
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Location: Raleigh Pathways Center
900 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
For more information, visit Hispanic and Immigrant Affairs Board.

Development Stakeholders Quarterly Meeting
2025-10-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Raleigh Transportation Field Services Building, 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh, 27604
Development Stakeholders Meeting – Oct. 9
Want to connect with City staff about development, permitting, or text changes?
Be a part of the next Quarterly Development Stakeholder Meeting—an in-person gathering where design professionals and community members can hear updates and discuss development in Raleigh.
No RSVP is required, but sign up to let us know you’re coming and add the event to your calendar.
When: Thursday, October 9, 2025
Time: 9 – 11 a.m.
Where: Transportation Field Services Division
Address: 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh, NC 27604
More details available on the Development Stakeholders Quarterly Meeting webpage.
We encourage you to use the Review Staff Directory in the event you have questions or call 919-996-2500 or submit a Customer Request Form. We value your feedback and look forward to your participation at our upcoming meetings.
We hope to see you there!

Fire Prevention Week at A.E. Finley YMCA
2025-10-09 09:00 - 12:00 | A.E. Finley YMCA, 9216 Baileywick Road, Raleigh, NC, 27615
The Raleigh Fire Department will be at the AE Finley YMCA to present this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™.”
Join us to learn how to keep your family and home safe by using lithium-ion batteries responsibly. Our team will share tips on safe charging, proper equipment use, and battery recycling, along with other important fire prevention information.
We look forward to seeing you at the YMCA for this fun and educational community event!
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Location: A.E. Finley YMCA, 9216 Baileywick Road

BPAC Community Outreach Committee - cancelled
2025-10-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Community Outreach Committee promotes and encourages public participation in bicycle- and pedestrian-related projects and initiatives.

Meeting Schedule: The second Thursday of every month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise specified
Meeting Location: Raleigh Municipal Building, Conference Room 419
Members: Brian Thomas (Chair), Nick Neptune, Michael Thor

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

Raleigh Transit Authority
2025-10-09 15:30 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
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.

Environmental Advisory Board Meeting
2025-10-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Environmental Advisory Board gives the City Council advice on matters related to environmental quality and promotes environmental protection standards and policies to the public.

Human Relations Commission Meeting
2025-10-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Human Relations Commission works to promote human dignity, equal opportunity and harmony among Raleigh residents. View the meeting agenda on Boarddocs.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Raleigh Pathways Center
900 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
For more information, visit Human Relations Commission.

Fall into History at Moore Square
2025-10-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
The City of Raleigh Museum, with support from Moore Square and The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, are presenting an immersive living history experience at Moore Square!
There’s a chill in the air, the leaves are turning rich, vibrant colors, and as the sun goes down in Moore Square, some very remarkable figures who shaped Raleigh’s rich past will be on hand to share their experiences and contributions to Raleigh’s history. Take a journey through time by candlelight, where you’ll encounter talented local actors who will bring these compelling stories to life through powerful monologues.
Join us at the Community Tables after your stroll through history to make a free fall-themed craft. There will be Fall Snacks and beverages as well as a premier craft experience available for purchase to help benefit the City of Raleigh Museum. Some of our vendor partners will also be on hand with food and beverages for purchase.
Location: Moore Square
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No Registration Required

Police Recruiting Event
2025-10-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Raleigh Police Training Center, 2320 Law Enforcement Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Join us for the next hiring event Saturday, Oct. 11, at our state-of-the-art Law Enforcement Training Center.
The Raleigh Police Department is offering a great opportunity for you to begin the hiring process for our upcoming academy. Join us to take the Reading Comprehension Test and Physical Fitness Assessment.
Please arrive dressed in athletic attire to participate in the Physical Fitness Assessment. If unable to participate in the Physical Fitness Assessment, please contact the Raleigh Police Recruiting Unit at (919) 996-1343.
Recruiters will be present to answer questions and discuss career opportunities!
Applicants must be at least 20 years of age to participate.
More details and registration
Event Details
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Location: Raleigh Police Department Law Enforcement Training Center, 2320 Law Enforcement Drive, Raleigh, NC

Crosby Community Day
2025-10-11 09:30 - 15:30 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Oct. 11
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd

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!

Art On The Greenway Ride Series - Ride #3
2025-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Anderson Point Park, 20 Anderson Point Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Ride Information
Saturday, October 11th at 10am
21 miles – Anderson Point Park to Chavis Park and back.
View route information
Our third ride will be even a little longer starting at Anderson Point Park. From there, we will ride together west toward Chavis Park, 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.

Athletics Signing Day Event
2025-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States
Calling all young hoop stars and future MVPs!
Raleigh Athletics will be hosting the 2025 Youth Basketball Signing Day event on Saturday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m. – noon at Method Park and Community Center. This fun-filled event will officially promote the 2025 youth basketball registration, offering families a chance to register their children for the upcoming season and enjoy a day of excitement and community spirit.
This is more than just sign-ups—it’s a celebration of youth, teamwork, and the joy of the game. Activities will include:

Basketball games and activities for kids of all ages
Music
Food trucks
Giveaways and raffle prizes

Details
Location: Method Community Park
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 10 a.m. – noon
Ages: 5 – 17
Event Cost: Free
League Fee: $51 Residents / $66 Non-residents
Register on RecLink

Fire Prevention Week at Raleigh Fire Museum
2025-10-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Raleigh Fire Museum, 105 Keeter Center Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27602
The Raleigh Fire Museum and the Raleigh Fire Education Team are partnering to bring a Fire Prevention Week display based on this year’s theme: “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”
What you can see and do:

Learn about Fire Prevention Week and how to prevent lithium-ion battery fires;
Experience fire history through artifacts, images, and exhibits representing over 150 years of firefighting in Raleigh;
Touch a fire truck and explore authentic firefighting equipment; and,
Spray a fire hose and enjoy hands-on fun for kids and adults.

Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Raleigh Fire Museum at the Keeter Training Center, 105 Keeter Center Drive

Family Fun Day Games!
2025-10-11 11:00 - 14:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Come and enjoy vintage games with us!
From board games to colonial fun, we will have a wide range of activities. Kids will play and learn about history. Fun for all ages!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No registration required

Iron Pour at Sertoma: Art in the Making
2025-10-11 11:00 - 16:00 | Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612, United States
Join artist Jim Gallucci and his team for an iron pour and see public art for Sertoma Park being created in real time! Watch as molten iron is poured into sand molds during this dramatic and high-energy event and learn about the scratch block process—a unique way to design cast iron artwork. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and heat of the pour, grab a bite from local food trucks, and take part in a fun, creative experience for all ages.

The event starts at 11am with the furnace lighting around noon. Enjoy food trucks and crafts while you wait for the iron to reach 3000 degrees Farenheit—the temperature at which the molten iron can be cast. Jim and his team will pour almost 1,400 lbs from 2 to 4pm.
Learn more about Public Art at Sertoma Arts Center.
In the event of a weather cancellation, a rain date will occur Sunday, October 12.

Ceremonial tree planting
2025-10-13 12:15 - 13:15 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Please come out to Moore Square in downtown Raleigh on Monday, October 13 at 12:15 pm for a ceremonial planting of an oak tree, the first of 250 trees to be planted in Raleigh in celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday.

This wonderful campaign to plant 250 trees is being organized by Rotary Club of Raleigh. They are raising funds and partnering with the City of Raleigh and other organizations to plant the trees over the next year.

WRAL TV5 will be covering the event, and North State Bank is the presenting sponsor.

If you’d like to make a gift to help plant the 250 trees, please visit: https://www.givsum.com/opportunities/america-250-oak-city-250-tree-campaign-fa6ce4311

What a great gift to commemorate Raleigh’s heritage as the City of Oaks and honor our shared legacy of service, sustainability and community.

Board of Adjustment
2025-10-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – October 13, 2025

The City of Raleigh Board of Adjustment will conduct a public meeting on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 1 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street.
For more information, please contact Justin Rametta or visit the Board of Adjustmentwebpage.

A.

Call to Order

B.

Old Business

B.1

BOA-0040-2025: 2308 Grant Avenue, 1401 Chester Road

Whereas Chester Road Investors, LLC, property owner requests:(i) a variance for complete relief to the required 6’ wide sidewalk of UDO Section 8.5.4.C., in order to not construct a sidewalk along Grant Avenue; and (ii) a variance for complete relief from the required street tree plantings of UDO Section 8.5.4.C., which requires five (5) street trees along Grant Avenue, in order to preserve the two (2) existing maple trees along Grant Avenue, in association with a 7-unit townhouse project proposed on a property totaling .5-acre zoned Residential-6 and located at 2308 Grant Avenue and 1401 Chester Road.

This case is DEFERRED/PENDING: Not to be discussed at this meeting.

B.2

BOA-0037-2025: 2713 Crestline Avenue

Whereas Louise and Joey Thompson, property owners, request a variance for 520 square foot of relief from the 1000 square foot maximum combined floor area allowed for accessory structures set forth in UDO section 6.7.2.E1 to allow for the addition of a 714 square foot detached garage on a .47-acre property zoned Residential-4 and Special Residential Parking Overlay District and located at 2713 Crestline Avenue.
This case is DEFERRED/PENDING: Not to be discussed at this meeting.

B.3

BOA-0039-2025: 6809 Sandy Forks Road

Whereas Karen Pirozzi and David Guistina, property owners, request a 78’ variance from UDO Section 2.6.3.H.1 to allow an accessory dwelling unit to be placed 78’ in front of the front wall of the house on a .46-acre property zoned Residential-4 and located at 6809 Sandy Forks Road.
This case is DEFERRED/PENDING: Not to be discussed at this meeting.

C.

New Business

C.1

BOA-0050-2025: 516 N Blount Street

Whereas, 1893, LLC, appeals the Notice of Violation issued on July 2, 2025 and any and all administrative decisions contained therein, to the owners of 516 N. Blount Street concerning the property’s unpermitted land uses on a .37-acre parcel zoned Office-Mixed-Use-3-Detached and Historic Overlay District-General.

C.2

BOA-0043-2025: 2724 Dahlgreen Road

Whereas Carl Schaffner, property owner, requests a variance for complete relief from the 2.5’ side setback for driveways and parking spaces set forth in UDO section 2.2.7.F. to allow for after-the-fact permitting of a driveway expansion associated with an existing detached house on a .37-acre property zoned Residential-4 and located at 2724 Dahlgreen Road.

C.3

BOA-0044-2025: 1501 New Bern Avenue

Whereas 1501 New Bern LLC, property owner, requests i) a variance for complete relief from the requirement to provide a Zone A Protective Yard as called for in UDO Section 3.5.3., ii) a 25’ variance for complete relief from service area setbacks set forth in UDO Section 3.5.4.C., and iii) an 8’ variance to the maximum structure height of 60’ at a horizontal distance of 20 feet from the Zone C line as set forth in UDO Section 3.5.5.B.2 to permit up to a maximum of 68′ in structure height (or 4 stories) at a horizontal distance of 20 feet from the Zone C line in association with two proposed 10,000 square foot mixed-use buildings on a 0.55-acre property zoned Commercial Mixed-Use-3-Urban Limited and Transit Overlay District and located at 1501 New Bern Avenue.

D.

Report of the Board’s Attorney

E.

Approval of Minutes

F.

Adjournment

The Raleigh Board of Adjustment is a quasi-judicial body that acts on appeals for variances, special exceptions, and interpretations in the zoning regulations. Its decisions are final but may be subject to court action. The Board consists of eight members: four regular members and two alternate members are appointed to two-year terms by the City Council and must reside within the City limits; one regular member and one alternate are appointed by Wake County Commissioners and must reside within the City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction. Established by City Code Section 24-48.
Board of Adjustment public meetings will be broadcast live on RTN 11 and on our live streaming webpage. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.

Greenway Committee
2025-10-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Greenways Committee, a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board, will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building Conference Room 303 every second Monday at 4 p.m.

City Budget Listening Sessions
2025-10-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Jaycee Park Community Center, 2405 Wade Avenue, Raleigh

Southwest Raleigh Community Engagement Virtual Meeting
2025-10-13 19:00 - 20:30 | NY
Join us Monday night, October 13th at 7 PM for our regularly scheduled Southwest Raleigh Community Engagement Meeting. This will be a virtual meeting using Zoom.

Greetings to Friends and Neighbors
City of Raleigh Inspections Report – City Inspector David Johnson will tell us what is changing this season with property upkeep.
City of Raleigh Monthly Report and Update – Captain Manson (SW-Southwest). Captain Nieters (SE-Southeast), Captain Van Antwerp (DT-Downtown). Our SW area is part of three different Raleigh Police Districts. Popular subjects are vandalism and Porch Pirates. (Always report porch pirates to Raleigh Police Dept)
Carolina Pines Community Center Projects and Updates – Playgrounds and tennis courts are being modified.
Carolina Pines Ave Improvement Project – Extending from Lake Wheeler Rd. to South Saunders St. Construction has started with alternating single lane traffic much of the day. This is going to be a complex project. Suggest avoiding the area if you don’t live there.
Raleigh Golf Association (RGA) – Land Sale and Rezoning – RGA property north of Tryon Rd. is in the process of being sold. A rezoning case that will allow “Affordable 60% AMI” apartments being built there was approved on October 7th. The number of units planned is currently about 370. Planned improvements to Fairway Drive along with a signal light at Tryon Rd will affect us all.
Lake Wheeler Road Construction at Dix Park – The section of Lake Wheeler Road from South Saunders south to the railroad crossing is about to begin significant construction. Traffic in the area will be severely limited. Avoid or plan well in advance.
Community Safety – We all need to discuss any ideas about how we can make our neighborhoods safer. Incidents occur. How we come together matters a lot. Comments and updates from our community leaders and residents.
Our November 10th meeting will be Virtual using Zoom. Agenda is open at this time.
For December 8th we will be back to our in-person Holiday Social. We are scheduled at our traditional home Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd. for our In Person Community Meeting at 7:00pm.

Join the Zoom Meeting

Connected Triangle Summit III set for Oct. 14
2025-10-14 08:00 - 17:30 | Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601
The Connected Triangle+ is about more than technology. It’s about building smarter, stronger and more connected communities.

Connected Triangle Summit III at All Things Open

Event Details

When: Monday, October 14, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Where: Raleigh Convention Center, part of All Things Open

Access: Free with ATO registration

The future of technology, innovation, and community is happening in Raleigh this October, and you’re invited to be part of it!

On Monday, October 14, the Connected Triangle Summit III returns as a featured all-day program partnering with the All Things Open Conference (ATO). As an ATO attendee, you’ll get full access to all sessions that will bring together visionaries, innovators, and community leaders to shape what’s next for the Triangle and beyond.

Planning Commission
2025-10-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – October 14, 2025

The City of Raleigh Planning Commission will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, October 14 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 September 23, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting.

D.

New Business

D.1

Rezoning Z-26-25: Leesville Road, at the intersection of Englehardt Drive and Leesville Road (District E)

Matthew Burns, Planning and Development
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Rezoning Z-26-25: 12009 Leesville Road, being Wake County PIN 0778398384
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Current Zoning: Industrial Mixed Use-3 stories with Special Highway Overlay District-2 and Airport Overlay District (IX-3 w/ SHOD-2 & AOD)
Requested Zoning: Residential Mixed Use-3 stories (RX-3, remove SHOD-2 and AOD)
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Approximately one acre is requested to be rezoned by Katina Scott. This request is for a general use district and no zoning conditions are proposed. The request would remove the Airport Overlay District (AOD) which prohibits residential uses. The property is in Raleigh’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) and contiguous to city limits. This rezoning is not accompanied by an annexation petition.
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The request is inconsistent with the Future Land Use Map.
The request is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
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The deadline for Planning Commission Action is December 13, 2025.

D.2

Rezoning Z-27-25: 721 & 725 Grove Ave, at the intersection of Scarlet Maple Drive and Grove Ave (District D)

Jacob Hunt, Planning and Development
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Rezoning Z-27-25 721 & 725 Grove Ave, being Wake County PINS 0783495285 and 0783495491
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Current Zoning: Residential-6 (R-6) w/SRPOD
Requested Zoning Residential-10 (R-10) w/SRPOD
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Approximately 2.65 acres are requested to be rezoned from Residential-6 (R-6) with Special Residential Parking Overlay District to Residential-10-Conditional Use (R-10-CU) with Special Residential Parking Overlay District by Urban Oak Properties LLC. Proposed conditions would prohibit rest home; cemetery; school, public or private (K-12); day care center; outdoor sports or entertainment facility; and parking facility uses on the property. It would allow for a variety of residential uses and building types, including townhouses and apartments. The allowed height would remain the same 45 feet/3 Stories.
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The request is consistent with the Future Land Use Map
The request is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan
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The deadline for Planning Commission Action is December 13, 2024

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Rezoning Z-28-25: 2126 Sanderford Road, at the intersection of Sanderford Road & Rock Quarry Road (District C)

Matt McGregor, Planning and Development
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Rezoning Z-28-25: 2126 Sanderford Road, being Wake County PIN: [REDACTED]
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Current Zoning: Residential – 4 (R-4)
Requested Zoning: Residential – 10 – Conditional Use (R-10-CU)
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Approximately 3 acres is requested to be rezoned by Amy Crout, Smith Law on behalf of Ivan Holloway. Proposed Conditions would prohibit uses otherwise allowed in a R-10 district. The property is within city limits.
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The request is consistent with the Future Land Use Map
The request is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan
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The deadline for Planning Commission Action is December 13, 2025.

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Rezoning Z-30-25: Hodge Road, approximately 1/2 mile south of the intersection of Poole Road and Hodge Road (District C)

Matthew Burns, Planning and Development
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Rezoning Z-30-25: 2816 Hodge Road, being Wake County PIN 1742373502
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Current Zoning: Wake County Residential-30 (R-30)
Requested Zoning: Residential-10-Conditional Use (R-10-CU)
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Approximately 2 acres are requested to be rezoned by Molly Stuart on behalf of Juan Carlos Ramirez Salas and Veronica Lujano. Proposed conditions would prohibit all building types except Open Lot. The property is outside Raleigh’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) and contiguous to city limits. This rezoning request is accompanied by annexation petition AX-25-25.
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The request is consistent with the Future Land Use Map.
The request is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
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The deadline for Planning Commission Action is December 13, 2025.

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Adjournment

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