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Tryon Road Falls Short in NCDOT Draft Transportation Plan

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010
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I previously posted about the Tryon Road, Part C project being included in the City of Raleigh’s 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). But there were lots of questions about what that really means. Is there really money set aside or is it just a placeholder? I did some research and got input from all the players involved in the final phase of the Tryon Road project in South West Raleigh: City of Raleigh, Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO), and North Carolina Department of Transportation’s (NCDOT).

Tryon Road project, courtesy, Anthony McLeod

Tryon Road project, courtesy, Anthony McLeod

One of my biggest concerns is (more…)

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Tryon Road and Lake Wheeler Road Funding

Monday, August 23rd, 2010
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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…)

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City Planning Hosting Another Workshop on Transitions

Thursday, August 19th, 2010
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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

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…)

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When Will Avent Ferry Road Paving be Done?

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
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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

Avent Ferry Road

I originally contacted some good folks over at the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to see if (more…)

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Athens Drive High School Needs Your Help

Monday, August 16th, 2010
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The following post was submitted by the Jaguar Club, the Athens Drive athletic boosters.

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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…)

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Neighborhood Exchange Set for September 18

Saturday, August 14th, 2010
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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…)

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Southeast High Speed Rail Project Chugs Along

Friday, August 13th, 2010
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SEHSR Poster

City of Raleigh Public Hearing on the Proposed Southeast High Speed Rail Project on August 31, 2010 at 7 p.m.

If you have any comments on the proposed Southeast High Speed Rail (SEHSR) project within Raleigh’s jurisdiction, please submit them to railservice@raleighnc.gov prior to August 27th. The project is looking to connect Raleigh NC, to Richmond, VA (which would connect us to Washington DC and beyond).

To view the recommendations of the City’s Passenger Rail Task Force and those of city staff, visit www.raleighnc.gov. (more…)

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Text Change TC-3-10 Approved, Pedestrian Access

Monday, August 9th, 2010
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The following information provided by the City of Raleigh

Text change TC-3-10 has been approved.  TC-3-10 rewrites City Code Section 10-2091, Pedestrian Access.  The regulations update the City’s Zoning Code to comply with the recently adopted NC State Building Code legislation on ADA accessibility; and incorporates several recommended policies found in the Land Use, Environmental and Transportation Elements of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.

These new regulations are effective for all new site plans submitted on or after (more…)

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Sharrows Coming to Raleigh

Friday, August 6th, 2010
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I was reading an article on the Raleigh Public Record summarizing some of the efforts on Raleigh’s approach to improving bike amenities throughout the city, ‘Sharrows’ to make city more bike-friendly, when I thought about our part of town. I briefly mentioned my vision for sharrows on Lineberry Drive in this article, but didn’t really take the time to articulate where or why.

The Raleigh Public Record article called sharrows a “9-foot-long reminder to share the road.” And that is what my vision for Linberry Drive would accomplish.

Example of a sharrow

Example of a sharrow, Source: http://streetswiki.wikispaces.com/Sharrow

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Is NCDOT destroying Avent Ferry Road?

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010
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Anyone who has been down Avent Ferry Road during the past two weeks might have noticed the road is in the process of being resurfaced; to the price tag of $4 million dollars. I’m super stoked about the project, as I avoided the pot-hole laden, right-hand, North bound lane like the plague before the project started. I imagine that frequent users of Avent Ferry welcome the resurfacing project as well.

You might remember in an earlier interview with Eric Lamb, Transportation Services Division, City of Raleigh Public Works Department, he told us that Avent Ferry Road was scheduled for resurfacing this summer. I would argue that NCDOT, the authority responsible for Avent Ferry Road maintenance, is missing a huge opportunity to improve the road and make it a complete street, satisfying much needed pedestrian amenities and making it safer for pedestrians crossing a five-lane road. (more…)

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