Raleigh should use a Primary to ensure majority elections

Raleigh should use a Primary to ensure majority elections

In the last election for Raleigh City Council, only 2 out of 8 races resulted in a winner that received 50% or more of the vote. This isn’t necessarily the fault of the candidates participating in these races, rather this is the consequence of a plurality election with no chance for a run-off. Raleigh’s home rule charter gives the City Council the power to implement a nonpartisan primary that could be held at the same time as the state and national primaries.

MARCH 13 & 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSIONS

MARCH 13 & 14, 2023 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSIONS

Proposed fee increases for residents – stormwater, water, and solid waste services

Proposed fee adjustments (50% decreasing and 42% increasing) for developers

An $8-$12M deficit predicted in FY26 for GoRaleigh bus service; fares brought in about $3.5M so even if fares are re-introduced, there would still be a significant gap

There has been much activity to address issues with Glenwood South, but problems remain

We are frustrated with the obvious loopholes that allow this

We are frustrated with the obvious loopholes that allow this

I know you are frustrated. Every police captain assigned to this area has been frustrated. WE are frustrated. We are frustrated because the Sahara appears to be operating legally within current laws and zoning parameters. There are obvious loopholes in existing laws that allow this type of business to remain open until 5:30am.

Neighborhood Meetings, the Fox is Guarding the Hen House

Neighborhood Meetings, the Fox is Guarding the Hen House

First, the neighborhood meetings that are run by the applicant or their attorneys are not working. Since the developers run the meetings, the information that is being given is often very biased and not accurate coming from the applicant or their attorney.  One attorney said in a neighborhood meeting that the Comprehensive Plan was no longer relevant. There was a city staffer there but they were silent. 

INDY Week’s Best of Wake County 2023

INDY Week’s Best of Wake County 2023

The readers of INDY Week have nominated us as the “BEST OF” in two categories. We are humbled. It’s an honor just to be nominated. Also…WE WANT TO WIN. Voting is open NOW thru March 29

March 7 2023 City Council Meeting

March 7 2023 City Council Meeting

HIGHLIGHTS Councilor Patton’s request to defer Shaw rezoning due to her unavailability on April 4 was voted down; public hearing will be April 4. Rezoning Z-55-22: Johnson Street, held open until April 4 for further negotiation. Rezoning Z-75-22: Edwards Mill Road,...