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Sociable City Assessment

A Study on Downtown Raleigh's Social Economy

Updated: Jun 4, 2025

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The Process The Report

The City contracted with Responsible Hospitality Institute (RHI) to conduct an assessment of the nighttime social economy in key areas of downtown. The assessment includes strengths, challenges and opportunities of Glenwood South and Fayetteville Street District.

The Process

Nearly 100 participants were engaged throughout on-site visits from the RHI consultants. 

  • Phase 1: Engagement
    • Went on day and nighttime walking tours of districts
    • Met with project steering group and other key stakeholders
  • Phase 2: Evaluation
    • Held listening sessions on Planning, Safety and Vibrancy with community members
  • Phase 3: Strategy Development
    • Held roundtable discussions to problem solve for challenges identified in listening sessions
  • Phase 4: Action Presentations
    • Finalized report and presented to City Council and community 

The Report

Read the Sociable City Assessment.

RHI consultants presented the report to City Council during the May 13, 2025 afternoon work session.

Responsible Hospitality Institute (RHI)

For more details about the project and available resources, visit the Responsible Hospitality Institute Raleigh webpage.

Helpful Links

Contact

 

Office of Special Events

Hospitality and Nightlife

919-996-2200

hospitality.programs@raleighnc.gov

 

Supported Services

 
Nightlife
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Hospitality Programs
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