We deserve the Truth!

We deserve the Truth!

by | Oct 3, 2023 |

Staff went on WRAL to say that they discussed this decision with all internal stake holders and the decision was made across the organization. So, you can image my shock when councilor after city councilor made public comments that they were, in fact, not part of the decision making. They were in fact, shocked that this decision was made. So, I am here today on behalf of all local Raleigh businesses and I want to know what is the truth. Did the city actually make the decision across all departments necessary? Did they even bother to reach out to the family of Hailey Brooks before they made these comments?

Slow down to ensure an equitable BRT

Slow down to ensure an equitable BRT

by | Sep 28, 2023 |

We are at a crossroad. Let’s slow down, hear more from the affected community members, implement tools and policies that prioritize affordability and displacement mitigation, and establish a robust metrics plan. In doing so, we can ensure that the New Bern BRT upzoning project becomes a model of equitable development that truly serves all residents.

Does Mayor Baldwin give a damn about Raleigh’s reputation?

Does Mayor Baldwin give a damn about Raleigh’s reputation?

by | Sep 27, 2023 |

They went so far as to make an offer on a home, only to withdraw it days later. The constant news headlines reporting assaults, stabbings, and shootings downtown ultimately scared them away. A direct quote is, “while Denver has a major homelessness problem, they have services in place and the city maintains control of their drunks.” They did not feel that was the case in Raleigh.

Raleigh needs to protect its LGBTQ+ community

Raleigh needs to protect its LGBTQ+ community

by | Sep 26, 2023 |

The City of Raleigh needs to stand by their non-discrimination ordinance and uphold their promise of opposing discrimination in all forms. Even if that form comes from state legislatures. What I’m asking you to do is to work on an official statement, from the Raleigh City Council, that condemns the passage of anti-LGBTQ and other discriminatory laws. The queer community in Raleigh needs your support. They need protection from those that sympathize with anti-gay, anti-trans, anti-queer bigotry.

Resolution on Reparative Justice for African Americans in Raleigh

Resolution on Reparative Justice for African Americans in Raleigh

by | Sep 25, 2023 |

The Raleigh Reparative Justice Working Group has taken the lead to keep the request for the City to establish a Reparative Justice Commission. We have letters and emails from 25 Raleigh organizations that support the establishment of a commission. There are over 500+ residents that have signed a petition. We know the budget conversations will start or have already started this fall. We want this request for staff funding to support this initiative included in the FY25 budget discussions.

The Price we pay for Glenwood South

The Price we pay for Glenwood South

by | Sep 24, 2023 |

The shirt I am wearing tonight I had made for and wore to the July meeting. It reads I went to Glenwood South and made it out Alive. Unfortunately, David Millette did not. I wear this shirt tonight in memory of David and as a reminder of the price he paid just for going out to Glenwood South one night.

Don’t let this die on your watch

Don’t let this die on your watch

by | Sep 21, 2023 |

Is this not worth saving? If so, leadership will have to come from the City Council. Parks has no interest in their history. Ms. Jones and Ms. Black I hope you will take the lead to preserve this historic part of the Greenway. By saving the past, we can build on the future so that generations to come can continue to enjoy this beloved, iconic, historic, part of the Raleigh Greenway. Don’t let this die on your watch.

Mayor Baldwin, the Grinch can’t get her story straight

Mayor Baldwin, the Grinch can’t get her story straight

by | Sep 20, 2023 |

It is now our understanding the Raleigh City Council has had no input on this decision.  In addition, false statements have been made to the local media outlets about the permitting process and the requests that were made.  Several Council Members have contacted us and asked us to present to you today so you all could hear and review our safety changes and how we plan to implement those for this year.

Limited equity housing cooperatives offer a solution

Limited equity housing cooperatives offer a solution

by | Sep 19, 2023 |

I would like to see the city of Raleigh aggressively pursue opportunities for limited equity housing cooperatives. Additionally, I think the city should look for more opportunities to purchase existing apartment complexes for conversion to limited equity housing cooperatives to provide more ownership opportunities to home buyers in Raleigh.