Your Thursday Raleigh Government Meetings
Thursday offers several opportunities to follow — or participate in — public decision-making that directly impacts Raleigh residents, neighborhoods, and our shared future. Whether you’re interested in public transportation, stormwater and flooding resilience, or development and design standards, these boards and commissions help guide how Raleigh grows.
🚍 Raleigh Transit Authority — Marketing Committee Meeting
2:00 p.m. • Boards & Commissions
The Transit Authority’s Marketing Committee discusses community outreach, ridership engagement, route awareness, and promotional efforts for GoRaleigh services. A great meeting to follow if you care about bus access, transit policy visibility, and increasing equitable mobility options across the city.
💧 Stormwater Management Advisory Commission
3:00 p.m. • Boards & Commissions
The commission reviews strategies and project updates related to stormwater control, flooding mitigation, water quality protection, and infrastructure planning.
✅ REGISTER TO WATCH (open to the public)
If you live near a creek, floodplain, or drainage basin — this commission’s work affects you directly.
🏙️ Design Review Commission
4:30 p.m. • Boards & Commissions
This commission evaluates the urban design and aesthetic details of development in Raleigh’s Downtown Overlay District. Discussions often include building form, public realm access, outdoor seating, pedestrian experience, and architectural compatibility.
This is a key meeting for anyone interested in:
Downtown development Walkability Streetscape design Historic + contemporary neighborhood balance
❌ Canceled — Parks Committee Meeting
6:00 p.m. • Open Houses & Public Hearings
This meeting has been canceled and will be rescheduled.
The Parks Committee typically reviews funding priorities, playground and field improvements, master planning updates, and recreation access initiatives.
Why These Meetings Matter
Raleigh’s Boards and Commissions are where policy starts — long before it reaches headlines or final votes. Participating by watching, submitting input, or attending in person helps shape:
Public transportation access Environmental resilience Downtown development and design standards Equity in city planning and community investment
Your input matters — and your voice is welcome.
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