Planning for the annual retreat has recently concluded; the location for the retreat will be the Pioneers Building at Method Community Park, 514 Method Road in Raleigh.
The retreat is scheduled to take place from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. each day, Friday January 24 and Saturday January 25. The formal agenda and logistical specifics will be published next week.
Topics for the retreat will be as follows:
Friday, January 24
Strategic Plan Update Presentation
Legislative Agenda
Budget and Financial Outlook (Bonds and Steady State)
Public Comment Discussion
Saturday, January 25
Affordable Housing and Zoning
Smart Growth and Annexations
Boards and Commissions Discussion
Operational Update from the City Manager