County Government
County Moves Forward with School Bond
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County Commissioners Monday voted to put an $810 million school bond before voters this October. In other business, commissioners approved a loan for an expansion of the Marbles museum.
Environment
Looking Ahead at Raleigh’s Water Future
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In 50 years, the City of Raleigh expects to provide water to 1.3 million people. Falls Lake isn’t going to cut it, and the city is studying the options.
News
New Housing for Homeless Vets Opens in Raleigh
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For homeless veterans in Raleigh, 10 new units of housing will become home.
News
Residents Glimpse Union Station Design Plans
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On Wednesday architects unveiled the design for Raleigh’s planned Union Station in the warehouse district. The plans include retail, performance and outdoor space.
News
Sheetz Possible for New Hope and Buffaloe Roads
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Planning Commissioners Tuesday approved a rezoning that would allow a Sheetz gas station and convenience store to be built at the intersection of New Hope and Buffaloe roads. Commissioners also approved a request to subdivide a piece of property on Temple Street.
News
Comprehensive Pedestrian Plan Aims to Develop “Walkable City”
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Raleigh was once ranked as one of the top 10 dangerous cities for walking, but city leaders are working to encourage safe biking and walking conditions through four main objectives.
News
More Funding for Local Nonprofits
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Members of a City Council committee Tuesday approved grants for some small nonprofit groups and a three-year contract for a new insurance broker.
City Council
Public Process for Traffic Calming May Change
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Members of a Council committee Tuesday approved changes for the traffic calming public participation process and discussed a way for residents to crowdfund small projects.
City Council
Council Roundup: 700 Parking Spaces for Downtown Highrise
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The city finalizes agreements for long-term leases with Edison Land, LLC for the Blount Street parking deck. Councilors also accepted a donation of three acres of land that will become part of the Walnut Creek Wetland Center, discussed the $21 million TIGER IV grant, and a decision on the Property and Casualty Insurance Broker Contract was delayed.
City Council
Transportation Bond Goes to Voters this Fall
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Councilors approve including a $75 million transportation bond on the October 8 ballot.
