Archive for August, 2010
Thursday, August 26th, 2010
On our neighborhood email list, we’ve had lots of discussion about quality of life issues such as noise complaints, parties, fireworks, parking violations etc. Needless to say, people are confused on when to dial 9-1-1 versus the non-emergency number (919) 831-6311. The Pleasant Ridge & Ramsgate Community Watch program has helped educate neighbors about 9-1-1 and sponsored tours of the 9-1-1 center in the past.
I decided to ask Walt Fuller, Deputy Director of Operations for Raleigh-Wake County Emergency Communications Center to help clarify some of the confusion. Our Q&A is below:
1) What happens when a call comes in to the Raleigh-Wake County Emergency Communications Center for a Raleigh Police officer? (more…)
Tags: 9-1-1, community, community_watch, crime_prevention, district D, ECC, Emergency Communications Center, raleigh, RPD, wake county, Walt Fuller
Posted in Lineberry Alliance, PRR-Watch, SWCAC | 1 Comment »
Tuesday, August 24th, 2010
This post provided by Raleigh Department of City Planning.
RALEIGH URBAN DESIGN CENTER
Outreach and Education Fall 2010
Take a mid-day break and stop in at the Raleigh Urban Design Center to learn about and discuss issues that affect our city today and as we plan for the future.
Architecture and Urban Design
Urban design theory deals primarily with the design and management of the public realm and the way public places are experienced and used by people. Architecture is a key component of that experience. This Raleigh Urban Design Center Forum will highlight architecture and how it contributes to quality urban design, the public realm, and a sustainable Raleigh. (more…)
Tags: 2030, AIA, architecture, community, form-based zoning, growth, modernism, newraleighcode, new_code, raleigh, udo, urban design, urban form, zoning
Posted in Raleigh Planning | Comments Off
Monday, August 23rd, 2010
I’m sure many people are interested in both the Lake Wheeler Road improvements and the Tryon Road, Part C project. The City of Raleigh recently announced the major road projects that are to be included in their 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Both projects made the cut for phase one, which means that funds are being allocated for the projects.
What does that all mean? I’m not sure yet. But I’ve got some research to do, as I’m concerned about the coordination with Tryon Road Part C and the Tryon Road bridge. For now, check out the details for these two projects in our vicinity.
CITY’S ADOPTED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM ALLOCATES FUNDS FOR MAJOR STREET CONSTRUCTION
In its adopted Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), the City of Raleigh continues its commitment to improving the Capital City’s major streets. (more…)
Tags: budget, cip, district D, lake_wheeler_road, ncdot, raleigh, renaissance_park, sidewalks, transportation_plan, tryon_road, wake county
Posted in DDNA, Lineberry Alliance, Raleigh City Council, Raleigh Planning, SWCAC, Transportation | 1 Comment »
Sunday, August 22nd, 2010
It seems that the current hosting company has some technical limitations with our neighborhood-wide mailing list or list-serve. They impose a limit of 500 emails per hour, mostly to reduce SPAM efforts. I understand why they do this. But, as our mailing list grows in the number of subscribers and the volume of emails created, it’s causing some growing pains.
As I evaluate the available options to potentially migrate our email list, two options are at the top: Google Groups and Yahoo! Groups. Take the following poll to help us decide:
Which list-serve option would you prefer?
- Google Groups (72%, 21 Votes)
- Yahoo! Groups (28%, 8 Votes)
Total Voters: 29
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Tags: communication, community, email list, google, groups, list serve, mailing list, poll, Yahoo!
Posted in Lineberry Alliance | 4 Comments »
Saturday, August 21st, 2010
Raleigh, NC – The Pleasant Ridge & Ramsgate Community Watch, building a safe and informed family community, participated in this year’s National Night Out, a unique crime/drug prevention event, on August 3, 2010.. NNO is designed to:
- Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness;
- Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs;
- Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and
- Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
Below is a recap of the evening from the perspective of the event organizer and Pleasant Ridge & Ramsgate Community Watch Secretary, Shelia Campbell. (more…)
Tags: community, community_watch, crime_prevention, EMS, fire_department, highway patrol, neighborhoods, raleigh, RPD, sheriff, wake county
Posted in PRR-Watch | Comments Off
Thursday, August 19th, 2010
One of the big topics that came up during the review of Raleigh’s 2030 Comprehensive Plan was transitions–how one land use transitions to another type. An initial workshop was held in June, but this is an important topic. So big, it’s worthy of another session. See the information below on the next workshop and why you should participate.
Help define how Raleigh transitions land uses
Raleigh’s New Development Code
The City of Raleigh is in the process of updating its development regulations. The City Council has authorized a second community workshop on the topic of TRANSITIONS, to be held on September 1, from 6-8 pm at the Urban Design Center, located at (more…)
Tags: 2030, community, district D, form-based zoning, growth, neighborhoods, new_code, planning, raleigh, udo, wake county, zoning
Posted in 2030 Comp Plan, DDNA, Events, Raleigh Planning | Comments Off
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
It seems to be dragging on doesn’t it? Getting Avent Ferry Road resurfaced. I jokingly say the road is better now then when it was covered with potholes. And it’s slowing cars down too. But there is hope. And I’m pretty sure, when the asphalt has cooled and the paint has dried, we’ll have a better road. In fact, parts of Avent Ferry are getting a “road diet” as the engineers like to say. The cyclists are popping wheelies!
Avent Ferry Road
I originally contacted some good folks over at the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to see if (more…)
Tags: avent ferry, bike plan, congestion, district D, lake wheeler road, ncdot, raleigh, transportation_plan
Posted in DDNA, NC State, SWCAC, Transportation | 1 Comment »
Tuesday, August 17th, 2010
Do you know an unsung hero that’s making our community a better place to live? At the September 2010 meeting of the South West Citizens Advisory Council (SWCAC), Monday, September 13, 2010 – 7pm at Carolina Pines community center , attendee’s will have the opportunity to vote on the Neighborhood Recognition Awards. At the August meeting, we discussed the topic and had a few suggestions from the audience.
If you have an individual, business, or institution that meet the criteria below, inside the SWCAC boundaries, please consider nominating them. Contact the SWCAC Chair (more…)
Tags: awards, carolina_pines, community, institution, neighborhoods, non-profit, rcac, recognition, residents, small business
Posted in Community Services Department, SWCAC | Comments Off
Monday, August 16th, 2010
The following post was submitted by the Jaguar Club, the Athens Drive athletic boosters.
The stadium facilities at Athens Drive High School have not been upgraded or improved since the school opened over 30 years ago. The parking lot remains unpaved–the restroom and concession areas are small and outdated. Handicap access to the stadium is in dire need of improvement. Pedestrian access, seating, press box and lighting likewise need improvement. The most serious need at the stadium is (more…)
Tags: athens, athens drive, community, growth, improvements, jaguar club, petition, schools, wake county, WCPSS, Williams Stadium
Posted in DDNA, Other Organizations | 3 Comments »
Saturday, August 14th, 2010
Save the date and plan to attend this year’s neighborhood exchange on September 18. I’ve always said this is a low cost ($10 + your time) high value event. The $10 registration fee is worth the food provided at the event. Register now.
NEIGHBORHOOD EXCHANGE OFFERING IDEAS FOR STRONGER NEIGHBORHOODS SEPT. 18
The City of Raleigh is registering residents for the Raleigh Neighborhood Exchange. The September 18 event will gather ideas and share information on how to make local neighborhoods better.
The annual exchange takes place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the McKimmon Center, 1101 Gorman Street. The registration fee is $10, which includes a continental breakfast and lunch. Teenagers are admitted for free when accompanied by an adult.
This year’s theme is “Motivating Without Money.” (more…)
Tags: community, moeny, neighborhoods, raleigh, rne2010
Posted in Community Services Department, DDNA | 2 Comments »
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