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Raleigh Police Are Focusing On Pedestrian Law Enforcement Throughout October
The City of Raleigh Police Department is stepping up efforts to enforce pedestrian safety laws as part of the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s (NCDOT) Watch for Me NC campaign.
 Each year in the Triangle, more than 400 people are hit by a vehicle while walking and of those, approximately 350 people are injured or killed. The campaign is intended to reduce motor vehicle-pedestrian crashes in the Triangle through creating greater awareness and enforcement of pedestrian safety laws.
“State law requires drivers to yield to people in crosswalks. Through this enforcement effort, we hope to raise awareness and encourage drivers and pedestrians alike to follow the law and do their part to keep our roads safe for everyone,” said NCDOT Deputy Secretary Paul Morris.
Throughout the month of October, Raleigh Police will be conducting enforcement campaigns at areas where motor vehicle-pedestrian crashes are prevalent. Those locations have been identified as high-risk crossings for pedestrians based on an evaluation of several years’ pedestrian crashes performed by the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center. Raleigh Police Officers will be issuing warnings and citations to drivers and pedestrians who fail to follow state and local pedestrian laws.
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UNC and City of Raleigh Seek Public's Participation in Anti-Speeding Survey
A research team at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is analyzing Raleigh residents’ opinions about public safety issues. A key resource in the team’s analysis will be the results of a 13-question survey that is on the City of Raleigh website at www.raleighnc.gov. It also will be included in the City’s November utility bill insert.
All responses are anonymous and no information about respondents’ Internet identity will be stored.
The questions to the survey are as follows:
- How safe do you feel while driving an automobile in Raleigh?
- On a typical day, do you exceed the speed limit while driving an automobile in the city of Raleigh?
- Please rank the reasons why you might choose to exceed posted speed limits.
- Do you believe that exceeding the posted speed limit in a vehicle is justified?
- What deters you from speeding in a vehicle within the city limits of Raleigh?
- In your opinion, where is speeding an issue as a driver in Raleigh? Choose the best fit and specify the road, neighborhood, intersection, or place that comes to mind.
- In your opinion, where is speeding an issue to pedestrians in Raleigh? Choose the best fit and specify the road, neighborhood, intersection, or place that comes to mind.
- According to 2011 data from the nonprofit safety advocacy group, Transportation for America, the Raleigh metro area ranked as the 13th most dangerous for pedestrians. In your opinion, how much does speeding contribute to this statistic?
Questions are included that are related to a respondent's demographics. Your identity remains anonymous. Your responses will help shape a public safety campaign for the City of Raleigh.
If you have questions about this survey or its findings, please contact Jayne Kirkpatrick, director of the City of Raleigh Public Affairs Department at jayne.kirkpatrick@raleighnc.gov or 919-996-3100.
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City to Hold Design Review on Traffic-Calming Projects; Public Comments to be Taken
The City of Raleigh will hold a design review session on seven planned minor traffic-calming projects. The City Council voted unanimously today to schedule the design review for its meeting on Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. in the council chamber at the Avery C. Upchurch Government Complex, 222 W. Hargett St.
 Public comments on the projects will be accepted at the design review session.
Traffic-calming projects are designed to reduce speeding on neighborhood streets. They include a combination of public education, police enforcement and changes to the roadway in order to reduce speeding by motorists traveling through neighborhoods. The roadway changes may include a reduction in the posted speed limit and/or the installation of curb extensions, bulb-outs, median islands, speed humps or traffic tables.
The Fiscal Year 2011-12 minor traffic calming projects for which the design review has been scheduled were approved by the City Council in 2011 and have gone through the City process for these types of projects. This includes submittal of a citizen petition signed by at least 75 percent of the impacted properties. Also, the City has held public workshops and preliminary design reviews and comment periods for each of the projects.
The seven minor traffic-calming projects are:
• Lake Boone Trail from Dixie Trail to Brooks Avenue;
• Southgate Drive (East) from Star Sapphire Drive to Red Quartz Drive;
• Southgate Drive (West) from Rock Quarry Road to Red Quartz Drive;
• Beverly Drive from Little John Road to Poole Road;
• Neuse Crossing Drive from Cashew Drive to Mitchell Mill Road;
• Marcom Street from Stovall Drive to Varsity Drive; and,
• Rumson Road from Barksdale Drive to Marlborough Road.
For more information about the City of Raleigh’s traffic-calming efforts, contact Traffic Calming Coordinator Thomas Fiorello at 919-996-4066 or Thomas.Fiorello@raleighnc.gov; or visit the City’s website at www.raleighnc.gov.
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Little River Reservoir Project Receives Additional Funding
The multi-year Little River Reservoir project was awarded an additional $355,000 in funding by the Raleigh City Council on October 2. The funding will be used for engineering services for preparation of the required Environmental Impact Statement, which will also consider other alternatives to constructing the Little River Reservoir. The award amended the current project contract with Hazen and Sawyer, the lead consulting engineer for the project.
The project is funded in the City of Raleigh Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The amended contract total is $6,253,390.00. Total approved CIP funding to date for the project is $7,525,000.
If the study determines that the Little River Reservoir in eastern Wake County is the best choice, the 1100-acre reservoir will provide drinking water to support anticipated population growth.
For additional information on the Little River Reservoir project, contact the City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department at 919-996-4540.
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City Council Approves Public Leadership Group for Chavis Park
The Raleigh City Council, on Oct. 2, approved the nominations of 22 community members to serve on the Public Leadership Group for the Chavis Park Community Conversation project.
 The goal of the Community Conversation project is to reach consensus on shared interests and identify options for additional amenities and improvements at Chavis Park. The program also is designed to develop a “mutual understanding and respect for both the history and future of the park and the role of the park in the community.” The project’s goal is to produce an adoptable and implementable revised master plan for Chavis Park.
Members of the Public Leadership Group will build community ownership, assist with structuring and guiding the Community Conversation process, and provide recommendations that contribute to the Plan for Chavis Park.
The Chavis Park Master Plan was first adopted in 1971 and was last revised in 1994.
Construction began on the new carousel building at Chavis Park in March. In addition, historically accurate restoration of the carousel is being performed. The work includes degreasing, cleaning, sand blasting, stripping, priming and painting all the original wood and metal parts and pieces, and restoring them to brand new working condition.
The potential re-use of the existing carousel building and additional amenities will be based upon community input gained during the Chavis Park Community Conversation.
For more information, contact Cassie Schumacher-Georgopoulos, Parks and Recreation Department, 919-996-4797.
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Neighborhood Recognition Awards Set for Oct. 17
The City of Raleigh Citizens Advisory Councils (CAC) has named 15 recipients of its annual Neighborhood Recognition Awards.
Since 1977, the Raleigh Citizens Advisory Council (RCAC) has been recognizing significant efforts by property owners, community groups and individuals to enhance the health, safety, and appearance of their neighborhoods. The awards are designed to acknowledge those unsung heroes who work without thought of praise to make our communities better at the grassroots level and in so doing, elevate the quality of life in the city.
Recipients of the 2012 Neighborhood Recognition Awards are:
- Atlantic CAC, Waverly Smith – A long-time member of Brentwood Community who has been an active proponent of many projects in her community;
- Central CAC, Lonnette Williams – A significant contributor to her community and neighborhood initiatives;
- East CAC, Food Lion Store # 757 – The company store, along with store management and staff with the assistance of the Raleigh Police Department, have enhanced the visual environment, preserved the character of the area and continue to improve buildings, landscaping, and signage;
- Five Points CAC, Philip Poe – Co-Chair of the Five Points CAC since 2003, he has worked with many community members on resolving and shepherding development projects, gentrification, teardowns, and traffic concerns. Mr. Poe was also instrumental in his efforts on the Unified Development Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan;
- Forestville CAC, Massey Preserve Residential Community - Massey Preserve, which bears the original Massey family owners name, was approved for development in 2005. The CAC reviewed the original rezoning case with the intent to raise the standard of home building in the area and provide a place that would be attractive and provide amenities for families to enjoy. Today Massey Preserve is selling well and another phase is beginning to take shape with the help of Beazer Homes;
- Glenwood CAC, Cullen Whitley, Highland UMC Community Victory Garden – the community garden was started to help English as a Second Language students who were taking classes at Highland United Methodist Church. It blossomed into a way to bring church members and other neighbors together. The church members also donated more than a half-ton of food from the garden through the “Plant a Row for the Hungry” Program;
- Hillsborough CAC – Friends of Oberlin Cemetery;
- Midtown CAC, Midtown Raleigh Alliance – MRA has actively pursued developing civic involvement in the midtown area of Raleigh. It has sponsored community events, developed channels of communication, and promoted a sense of identity;
- Mordecai CAC, Reid Serozi – After serving as chairman for the Mordecai CAC for several years, Mr. Perozi took on the role as communications chair for the CAC. He developed the Mordecai web site, used social media to reach and inform residents, and initiated effective new marketing methods to promote the CAC. He has been instrumental in bringing the community together for improvement projects including tornado clean-up and giving an empty business storefront a facelift;
- North Central CAC, Gregory Wilson – Mr. Wilson serves as vice-chair of the North Central CAC and is also a community hero after rescuing a neighbor from a burning home in the North Central Community;
- Northeast CAC, Belmont Residential Community - Originally the acreage which is now Belmont was a well known and popular horse farm. With the cooperation of the developer and their land planner and neighborhood involvement, a plan was developed which protected the rural look and feel of the property frontage and provided an attractive balance of green space, amenities and housing.
- South CAC, Potters Community Garden – The Potters Community Garden was planned, implemented, and maintained by Bobby Paige and Hew L. Dorssett. The project allowed children and adults of all ages to come together to grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers, learn about nutrition and the environment, beautify their neighborhoods and build a sense of community togetherness;
- Southeast CAC, Carolyn Highsmith – Carolyn Highsmith has been a long time advocate for her community and the Southeast CAC Neighborhoods. She is also involved with Habitat for Humanity of Wake County’s Neighborhood Revitalization initiative and the ongoing planning and spearheading of community events;
- Southwest CAC , J. Davis Architects – This organization is being recognized for its part in the landscaping of Tryon Road and South Wilmington Streets. They have produced a visually interesting and aesthetically pleasing selection of vegetation that has significantly improved the appearance of these two major thoroughfares;
- Wade CAC, Bill Padgett – Mr. Padgett served the Wade CAC since 1986 as chairperson and co-chairperson. During his tenure, he has led the Wade CAC through many community issues including Coker Towers, University Towers, parking debates, and other cases; and,
- West CAC, Raleigh Police Department Southwest District – The officers of the Southwest District have served the West CAC with excellence. They attend the CAC monthly meetings, providing 911 call statistics, answer questions and address concerns that impact the area. The officers have met with residents in the neighborhoods to address safety issues and find practical answers to their communities.
The awards ceremony will be held on Wednesday, October 17 in the Five Points Center for Active Adults. The facility is located at 2000 Noble Road. A reception will begin at 6 p.m. and presentations will be given starting at 7 p.m.
The Raleigh Citizens Advisory Council is made up of the chairpersons of the City’s 19 Citizens Advisory Councils (CACs). All residents are encouraged to participate in their community CAC. The 19 CACs meet monthly or bi-monthly, with leadership elected from among the members of each CAC.
Anyone interested in participating in their neighborhood CAC should call the City of Raleigh Community Services Department at 919-996-6100.
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Historical Maps Available on City’s Website
Residents interested in how Raleigh has developed over the last three decades have a new tool available to them. Aerial maps from 1981, 1988, 1999, and 2002 are now available for view. Maps are also available for each year since 2004.
Go to http://maps.raleighnc.gov/iMAPS/index.html and under the “Aerials” heading on the top right of the page, choose one of the years available. For areas in northern or western parts of the city such as Wakefield or Brier Creek, the changes are dramatic. Another interesting tool is available on the top left-hand side of the page. An icon that looks like a clock face offers historic orthophotography. By clicking on the icon, a slider will allow the user to see more than 30 years of a particular property’s physical evolution.
The City attempted to scan maps that were even earlier but, ultimately, the quality was not high enough to be useful.
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Council Authorizes Negotiations on Contract for Bicycle Marking Design Effort
The Raleigh City Council authorized City staff to negotiate a contract with Martin/Alexiou/Bryson, PC for design services of bicycle pavement markings along major streets and intersections in Raleigh. The markings will be for a minimum of 27 miles up to a maximum of 50 miles. The City will use funds from its Capital Improvement Program for the design services. A $1.1 million Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality grant administered by the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization will fund the application of the markings. The installation of the markings is expected to begin by August of 2014
Martin/Alexiou/Bryson is a Raleigh-based firm that will partner with Alta/Greenways, CH Engineering, and Kittelson & Associates to provide the expertise needed for the design project. Alta/Greenways worked with the City of Raleigh to develop the Bicycle Transportation Plan. Kittelson & Associates will provide a national perspective to the project as well as familiarity with what has been successful in similar projects throughout the country. CH Engineering will provide the field survey and count towards a 10 percent Small Disadvantaged Minority and Women-owned Business participation.
For more information, contact Rebecca Duffy, Transportation Engineer, 996-3030.
City of Raleigh Launches New Web Access for Utility Billing Customers
The City of Raleigh has launched new web pages for utility billing customers.
 The self-service website for City of Raleigh's utility customers has undergone major renovations. In addition to visual changes, customers will find it even easier to securely check account balances and due dates, make payments, obtain account history, update profile information and enroll in E-Billing. Currently, almost 70,000 customers use the self-service website to manage their utility accounts online.
The website enhancements include:
• Redesigned screens for easier navigation;
• Accounts appear in order of due date (oldest to newest), if there are multiple accounts for one accountholder;
• Distinct screens for payment verification and payment completion;
• Due dates are clarified for current amounts and for past due amounts;
• Billed consumption (usage) can be displayed;
• CSV file download is available for account list, financial history and billing history;
• Better system notifications for scheduled system outages and new features; and,
• E-Bill enrollment shows current status and sign in or opt out buttons.
For more information, visit the City of Raleigh website at www.raleighnc.gov and click on “City Services.” To log in to the Utility Billing Self Service site, visit https://ubwss.raleighnc.gov/SelfService/SSvcController/login.
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Council To Hold Text Change Hearing for Food Trucks
The Raleigh City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed text change amending regulations for food trucks. The proposed text change, as recommended by the Council’s Law and Public Safety Committee, would increase the number of trucks allowed on a lot. It would also allow food trucks within the entirety of the Downtown Overlay District. The increases follow a six-month review of existing food truck regulations where no complaints or enforcement issues have been received.
If approved, the new regulations would allow a maximum of two food trucks on lots of one-half acre or less, three food trucks on lots between one-half acre and one acre, and a maximum of four food trucks on lots greater than one acre but less than two acres.
The joint hearing with the Planning Commission will be at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 16.
For more information, contact Louis Buonpane, Assistant City Manager’s Office, .996-3070
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JouleBug App Spotlights Raleigh’s Sustainability
The City of Raleigh’s leadership in the field of sustainability is now captured in the App Store.
 On October 1, JouleBug, a mobile smartphone application that makes it simple and fun be more sustainable, introduced the “Sustainable Raleigh” badge. JouleBug was developed in Raleigh, by a team working out of DesignBox, a company located in the Warehouse District. The app premiered during SPARKcon. The team designed the custom badge for the City of Raleigh, making it the first municipality in the nation with this distinction. Users can earn points, pins and badges by using the JouleBug app to learn new ways and track existing habits for improving their sustainable behavior.
The JouleBug Sustainable Raleigh badge is available to users who earn enough points and pins by accomplishing various tasks unique to the City such as:
- Downtown Walkaround - complete the Downtown Raleigh Sustainability Walking Tour;
- Raleigh Rocket - ride an R-Line bus;
- Juice Box - use a Raleigh electric vehicle charging station;
- Solar Squisher - use a BigBelly solar recycle station;
- The City of Spokes - exercise along one of the City's sustainable parks or greenways; and,
- Hometown Hero - volunteer eight hours of community service within the City.
Users can compete with friends from Facebook and Twitter, or as part of a group competing with other groups. Points and pins are tracked and posted through the JouleBug Leaderboard. JouleBug, which is available as a free download from the App Store, will be presented nationally later this week at the South by Southwest® Eco Conference held in Austin, Texas.
The JouleBug partnership with Raleigh is a result of the City’s national leadership in sustainable technologies and practices. It connects the community using innovative mobile technology, and showcases the City's commitment to developing economic opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
For more information on the City's sustainability activities, visit the Sustainable Raleigh website. For more information on JouleBug, visit the JouleBug website or email info@joulebug.com.
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City Council Approves Ordinance to Allow Two Pygmy Goats on Lots Less Than One Acre
On Oct. 2, the Raleigh City Council approved an amendment to City code to allow two pygmy goats on lots that are less than one acre.
Caroline Frye, 11 years old, came before the City Council in August to request a change to the City code to allow more than one pygmy goat on lots of less of than one acre. Pygmy goats, classified by genus as Capra Hircus, weighing no more than 85 pounds and standing no taller than 21 inches at the withers will be allowed. Typically, pygmy goats are kept as pets in urban or suburban back yards.
Current city code Section 12-3031 limits the number of goats a resident is allowed to one goat. For more information, contact the City Attorney's office at 919-831-6560.
Approval Given to Property Acquisitions
In separate votes, the Raleigh City Council voted today to acquire property on Person Street and North New Hope Road.
The City of Raleigh is purchasing the former Salvation Army property at 215 and 219 S. Person Street for $2.1 million. The 0.88-acre site will be used for economic development purposes.
The City also is also acquiring 1.07 acres at 1117 N. New Hope Road for $209,700. The land will be used for the future extension of Frazier Drive.
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Funds Allocated to Jehovah’s Witnesses Convention
The Raleigh City Council voted unanimously today to allocate $150,000 to the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses convention that will be held at PNC Arena in 2013. The funds will be allocated contingent upon the Jehovah’s Witnesses doing a community service project in Raleigh.
The City of Raleigh has made annual contributions to the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses convention since 2008. The convention, held in Raleigh since 2007, attracts Jehovah’s Witnesses congregations from across eastern and central North Carolina.
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Council Skips Week In Reviewing Draft Unified Development Ordinance
Will Not Meet October 8
The Raleigh City Council has cancelled its October 8 meeting to review the draft Unified Development Ordinance. The next scheduled meeting will be October 15 at 4 p.m. in the council chamber of the Avery C. Upchurch Government Complex, 222 W. Hargett St.
The Council-appointed Planning Commission has held more than 30 meetings that were dedicated to drafting the Unified Development Ordinance. The draft introduces new zoning districts, tools and regulations to address recent development trends.
City Supports Veterans' Day Parade
November 10, 9:30 a.m., Fayetteville Street
The Raleigh City Council today unanimously approved giving $1,500 to support the North Carolina Veterans’ Day Parade. Council Member Randall Stagner asked his fellow council members for the support, saying that he is asking the same amount from the Wake County Board of Commissioners. Mr. Stagner, a retired U.S. Army colonel, is chairing the parade committee.
While all veterans that have served or are serving in the nation’s armed forces will be honored at the event, the 2012 parade offers a special “welcome home” to our Iraq War Veterans.
The North Carolina Veterans’ Day Parade will begin at 9:30 a.m., November 10 on the south end of Fayetteville Street and proceed north to the state Capitol.
For more information, visit www.raleighnc.gov.
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City Manager Seeks Citizens Input on Police Chief
What does Raleigh need the most in its next police chief? This is the question City Manager J. Russell Allen is asking all Raleigh residents as he begins the selection process for the next police chief.
The City Manager has posted a four-question survey on the City’s website at www.raleighnc.gov. He also is placing the survey as a display advertisement in local newspapers.
The survey asks for responses to:
- What are the most important challenges and objectives facing the Raleigh Police Department now and in the years ahead?
- What skills and qualities will a chief of police need to lead the department in meeting its challenges and objectives?
- If you could ask the candidates for the chief of police position two questions, what would they be?
- Do you have other thoughts you would like to share? If so, please add them on the survey sheet or on a separate sheet.
The surveys must be returned to Mr. Allen by October 11. Responses may be submitted online or mailed to: J. Russell Allen, City Manager, City of Raleigh, PO Box 590, Raleigh, NC 27602.
The police chief vacancy will be created October 1 by the retirement of Harry Dolan, who has served Raleigh in that capacity since September 2007.
Deputy Chief Cassandra Deck-Brown, a veteran of the Raleigh Police Department, has been named to serve as interim chief. She was promoted to the position of deputy chief in June 2011.
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CAT to Offer Shuttle Service to State Fair
Avoid the traffic and parking hassles of going to the North Carolina State Fair by riding Capital Area Transit’s (CAT) State Fair Shuttle Service. The fair will be held Oct. 11-21 at the State Fairgrounds.
CAT will offer fixed-route shuttle service on Hillsborough Street and non-stop service from two park-and-ride locations to the fair. The shuttles will operate every 20 to 30 minutes each day of the fair, including Sundays. All passengers will be dropped off at Gate 1 at the fairgrounds. The fare is $4 round-trip. Children under 40 inches tall ride free with a paying passenger. Discounts are available for eligible senior citizens and persons with disabilities. GoPasses are not valid on the State Fair shuttles.
Here are the State Fair shuttle routes:
- Hillsborough Street. The shuttle will operate from 8:30 a.m. to midnight during the fair, except on Oct. 11 (Fair Preview Day) when it will run from 2:30 p.m. to midnight. The shuttle will begin on Wilmington Street at Morgan Street and travel to the fairgrounds via Edenton and Hillsborough Streets. Stops are located at designated points along Hillsborough Street. Look for the blue State Fair signs. Free parking will be available on Saturday and Sunday during the fair in the state government parking lots bounded by Edenton, Wilmington, Jones, and Blount streets;
- North Raleigh-2728 Capital Blvd. (new location). This is a park-and-ride location one block north of the Interstate 440 Beltline, Exit 11 (Capital Boulevard). Follow the green State Fair signs. The non-stop express shuttle from this location will operate from 8:30 a.m. to midnight during the fair, except on Oct. 11 when it will run from 2:30 p.m. to midnight; and,
- Cary-WakeMed Soccer Park. Follow the green State Fair signs from I-40 Exit 290 (Cary/Highway 54) or Exit 291 (Cary Towne Boulevard) to this park-and-ride location. The non-stop express shuttle will operate from 8:30 a.m. to midnight during the fair, except on Oct. 11 when it will run from 2:30 p.m. to midnight.
For more information about the State Fair shuttle service, call 919-996-FAIR (3247) or visit the City of Raleigh’s website at www.raleighnc.gov/transit.
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Follow the City of Raleigh on Twitter
Looking for the most up-to-date information from the City of Raleigh? Follow your local government via Twitter! Twitter is a free services that allows you to "follow" people or subjects via short, frequent updates. The City of Raleigh now offers Twitter users the opportunity to stay informed about the latest news and breaking events. To join in, visit www.twitter.com and get started with a few simple steps. Once you have an active account, you can elect to "follow" any of the City's Twitter accounts.
Currently, the City maintains the following accounts:
RaleighGov - This feed features links to any news releases and alerts issued by the City of Raleigh;
RaleighBPAC - This feed features information from the City of Raleigh Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission;
RaleighParks - This feed features any news and information related to the City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department;
RaleighPlanning - This feed features any news and information related to the City of Raleigh Planning and Development Department;
RalCommServices - This feed features any news and information related to the City of Raleigh Community Services Department;
RW911 - This feed features traffic accidents reported to the Emergency Communications Center;
RaleighGoGreen - This feed features news and information from the City of Raleigh Solid Waste Services Department Recycling program.
To follow any of these, simply choose "Find People" from your Twitter home page and type in the account name you are interested in and then click "follow." It's that easy.
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Follow the City of Raleigh on Facebook
City of Raleigh - The main City of Raleigh Facebook page keeps you informed about events, holidays and other news items.
City of Raleigh Planning and Development - The Raleigh Planning and Development page provides guidance for the growth, preservation and development of the City of Raleigh in order to maintain a community of lasting value.
Community Services Department - The Community Services Department Facebook page posts a variety of community and neighborhood news, stories, awards, classes and Citizen Advisory Council information.
Emergency Communications - The Raleigh-Wake County 911 Facebook page posts information on job openings, public engagement and other 911 related happenings.
Raleigh Police Department -The Raleigh Police Department Facebook page focuses on public safety. Posts concerning crime alerts, missing people, requests for citizen assistance and more.
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TRAFFIC ALERTS
The Downtown Farmers Market will be held each Wednesday through October 31. City Plaza will be closed from 6 a.m. until 4 p.m. on these days.
For more City of Raleigh News and Updates on Road Closures, Parades and Road Races, visit the City's website at www.raleighnc.gov.
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ROAD RACES
October 6 Traffic will be affected in North Raleigh from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. for a road race. Runners will gather on Garvey Drive and proceed north. They will turn right on Durant Road, right on Capital Hills Road, U-turn on Gresham Lake Road, and return to the starting line.
October 13 Traffic will be affected downtown by a road race from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Click here for a map.
October 14 Traffic will be affected on Glenwood Avenue near Umstead Park from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a road race. Runners will use the eastbound right-hand travel lane of Glenwood Avenue between the Angus Barn and Umstead Park.
October 20 Traffic will be affected downtown from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. for a road race. Click here for a map. Additionally, the 200 block of S. Blount street will be closed from 11 a.m. until midnight for an after-race party.
October 27 Traffic will be affected from 7:30 a.m. until noon near Walnut Creek Amiphteather for a road race. Runners will use the right lane of Rock Quarry Road from the southern entrance to Sunnybrook Road, turn right and travel to the western Sunnybrook Road entrance to the amphitheater.
October 28 Traffic will be affected near Clark Avenue by a road race from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. Runners will assemble in the 2000 block of Clark Avenue. They will proceed west on Clark, turn right on Oberlin Road and proceed north to Davis Street. They will turn around and return to the starting line.
STREET CLOSINGS
October 5 The 00 block of Hargett Street will be closed from Fayetteville Street to Wilmington Street from 6 p.m. until midnight.October 6 The eastbound lanes of Falkwood Road will be closed from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m.The 1500 block of Sunrise Avenue will be closed from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.October 13 The 200 block of Cooke Street will be closed from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.October 14 The 3100 block of Ashel Street will be closed from 5 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.October 19 City Plaza on Fayetteville Street will be closed from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.October 20 The Falls River subdivision traffic circle at Falls River Avenue, Dunn Lane, and Cokesbury Lane will be closed from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.The 1400 block of Mordecai Drive will be closed from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
PARADES
October 5 Traffic will be affected near Broughton High School from 3:45 p.m. until 4:45 p.m. for a homecoming parade. The parade will exit on St. Mary's Street, turn north, turn left on Nichols, right on Sutton, left on Daniels, left on Smallwood, left on Cameron and return to the school.
October 6 Traffic will be affected for a walk from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The walkers will turn right on Dartmouth, left on Camelot, right on Rowan, left on Lakemonth, right on Pinecroft, left on Sweetbriar, right on Duke, right on Latimer, left on Rowan, left on Camelot, right on Dartmouth, and left to the finish line.
October 13 Traffic will be affected downtown by a fundraising walk from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. The group will gather on the Halifax Mall. The will enter Wilmington Street, travel north around the Archdale Building and proceed south on Salisbury Street. They will turn left on Davie Street, left on Fayetteville Street, right on Morgan Street, left on Wilmington Street, and return to the Halifax Mall.
October 20 Traffic will be affected in the North Hills area by a fundraising walk from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Walkers will leave the shopping center and turn right on Dartmouth, left on Camelot, right on Rowan, left on Lakemont, right on Pinecroft, right on Latimer, left on Rowan, left on Camelot, right on Dartmouth, and left back into North Hills Shopping Center.
October 20 Traffic will be affected near St. Augustine's campus downtown for a parade on October 20 from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The parade will enter onto Oakwood Avenue, turn right on State Street, proceed north to Glascock Street, right on Delaney Drive, right on Milburnie Road, right on Boyer Street, right on Tarboro Street, right on Oakwood Avenue and return to the campus.
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