Councilor Jonathan Melton Community Office Hours
Deja Brew Coffee House 5001 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, North CarolinaDeja Brew Coffee House 5001 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh
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Appeal of the Denial of the RDU Quarry Mining Permit
Office of Administrative Hearings 1711 New Hope Church Road, RaleighAppeal of the Denial of the RDU Quarry Mining Permit February 13-16 and February 20-24: 9am Contested Trial DEQ denied Wake Stone's Mining Permit Application to put a rock mine on the Odd Fellows Tract in February 2022. Wake Stone appealed. The Umstead Coalition's request to be an Intervening party was denied (for now) and we are submitting an Amicus Brief. The Attorney General's office (AG) is defending the Mining Permit Denial. Discovery, motions to dismiss, pre-trial hearings, similar have been completed and the judge has ordered a two-week contested trial. Let us know if you plan to attend. The trial is open to the public. You can attend any day(s) of the hearing in person at: Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) Courtroom A 1711 New Hope Church Road Raleigh, NC 27609 Please arrive at 8:30am to show ID, sign-in and go through a security check to be ready for a 9am start. Sit in the section behind our attorneys (likely on the far side as you enter the courtroom). I PLAN TO ATTEND
Board of Adjustment
Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United StatesThe 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.
RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee
Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United StatesRHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee public meetings are held in the Raleigh Municipal Building, City Council Chamber. A broadcast is available via the following methods: the city’s website; the city’s YouTube Channel or Channel RTN-11. Agenda and Participation Visit the RHDC webpage for additional information including the agenda and how to participate.
More Homes, More Choices: Information Session – District A
Sertoma Arts Center 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, United StatesBeginning in January 2023, the City will be hosting a series of events related to zoning changes, housing affordability, and sustainable growth. All events are open to the public, though some may require advance registration. During these information sessions, participants will view examples of missing middle housing in Raleigh, and staff will provide an overview of the zoning changes and discuss the process that got us here. There will also be time to ask questions and provide feedback in smaller groups. Meetings will be held in person across Raleigh and there will also be a virtual option. All are welcome to attend any meeting in any district. Parks and Recreation staff will be on-site to provide recreation based activities to youth, ages 5-12, during the information session. A completed drop-in registration form must be provided to Parks and Recreation staff at drop-off. To save time upon arrival, bring the completed form with you to the meeting. To find your district, visit the City Council webpage and scroll to "Find Your Council Member and District." Enter your home address to find your district.
RHDC Executive Committee
Urban Design Center One Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NCThe Executive Committee generally meets on the Wednesday preceding the third Tuesday of the month at 7:45 a.m. in the Urban Design Center, Suite 100 of the One Exchange Plaza building. (Except for remote meetings which are on the Thursday, two weeks prior to the third Tuesday of the month.)
Planning Commission Text Change Committee
Raleigh Urban Design Center One Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NCDetails: Click here The Text Change Committee is a subcommittee where changes to the zoning code, known as the Unified Development Ordinance, are discussed. This subcommittee reviews the language of any potential code change. The committee typically meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. The meetings are held at the Urban Design Center, Room 108, and sometimes at One Exchange Plaza Room 809.
Dix Park Project Summit
The Chapel 1030 Richardson Drive, RaleighDix Park Project Summit Wednesday, February 15th | 5:00 - 6:30 pm Come learn about what’s happening in and around Dix Park! There are a number of projects and ongoing studies supporting the transformation of the park. Drop in any time from 5:00 - 6:30 at The Chapel to chat with staff and consultants about: Gipson Play Plaza Lake Wheeler Rd Improvements Rocky Branch Enhancement Cultural Interpretive Plan Building & Site Analysis + Financial Feasibility Study Accessibility Improvements Stone Houses Renovation Pullen-Bain Water Main Replacement Western Blvd Bus Rapid Transit Healing Transitions Expansion Dix Park Chapel Event Center, address is 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603 The closest park entrances to use are Hunt Drive off of Western Boulevard or Umstead Drive off of Lake Wheeler Road Parking is located in the large lot in front of the Chapel Event Center. ADA parking available. Get more details and RSVP at the link below. PROJECT SUMMIT DETAILS >
Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 2499 Ratchford Drive
Halifax Community Center 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh, NC, United StatesFeb. 15, 5:30 p.m. Halifax Community Center, 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 2499 Ratchford Dr Pre-submittal IX-3 w/SHOD-2 to CX-20-CU (additional information) C Jennifer Ashton TBD
Midtown Multimodal Bridge Open House
Five Points Center for Active Adults 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, United StatesStop in anytime! Share your thoughts on bridge alignment of the walking and biking space on the bridge. We want your input on this critical connection!
Parks, Recreation, and Greenways Advisory Board
Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United StatesThe Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m. The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public. This meeting will be streamed for public viewing - watch meeting. The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.
Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 8113 Ligon Mill Rd.
Abbotts Creek Community Center 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NCFeb. 16, 6 p.m. Abbott’s Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Road Raleigh, NC 27614 8113 Ligon Mill Rd Pre-submittal R-30 (Wake County) to R-10-CU & RX-4-CU (additional information) B Isabel Mattox Belk