Lineberry Alliance Blogs

At the public hearing for the 2030 Comprehensive Plan (Aug 13, 2009), District D Neighborhood Alliance (DDNA) dominated the podium with their expertise, passion, and dedication to Raleigh’s future.  Over the course of the evening, DDNA had almost 15 neighborhood leaders speak on behalf of their neighborhoods, District D, and the City.  They expressed their thanks, their concerns, and their suggestions.

District D neighborhood leaders spoke for over an hour and clearly showed their unification on issues and knowledge of the 2030 plan.  The theme that developed over the course of the DDNA’s involvement in the comp plan was evident tonight, “our plan, our city, and our future” resonated in City Council chambers.

As you may recall, DDNA formed 2030 focus groups in December 2008 to begin reviewing the Comp Plan.  Our approach was to divide into specialties and make recommendations.   Our focus groups were Arts and Culture, Environmental Protection, Parks and Greenways, Transportation Systems, and Urban Form and Land Use.  Over the course of the public process, DDNA collectively submitted several hundred comments.  Overall the plan is strong, easier to digest, and exciting.

The citizen experts that have been active from District D were well represented this evening.  These experts have provided the city council with free consulting hours for the 2030 Comp Plan over the past few months.  The purpose tonight was to make sure that our expertise and advice is heard and accounted for. (more…)