Upcoming Public Meeting
Raleigh Stormwater is hosting an open-house style public meeting to:
- Update the community on project progress and next steps
- Present the process used to develop design alternatives
- Present the preferred wetland alternative recommended by the design consultant and chosen by the City of Raleigh
- Seek input on design details and future programming through a visual preference survey.
Background
Raleigh Stormwater is designing a wetland conversion of Upper Durant Lake. This project has several goals for the community members and local wildlife who enjoy the preserve. Goals of the wetland conversion include:
- Address the failing dam;
- Preserve and diversify natural habitat for native wildlife;
- Improve water quality,
- Expand environmental education opportunities; and,
- Ensure long-term viability of the Durant Nature Preserve.
Learn more about the project, goals, and schedule.
