City of Raleigh Community Engagement van parked in a lot

City of Raleigh's Community Engagement Van

Community Engagement Van

Making its way to neighborhoods, parks, and community events


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What is the Engagement Van? Make a Reservation Plans for the Future

What is the Engagement Van?

Thanks for asking! The vehicle is a vital tool in our education and outreach efforts, particularly in neighborhoods that have historically been underrepresented in decision-making processes. The community engagement van meets residents where they are by visiting neighborhoods, community events, and community gathering places.

Make a Reservation

Raleigh residents can request that the engagement van comes out to their community! To request the engagement van, please fill out the request form. A staff member will follow up to confirm the reservation and review details. Requests must be submitted at least two weeks in advance and no more than 90 days before the requested date. Please allow three to four business days after submitting the form for staff to confirm your request. 

Plans for the Future

This is just the start! Raleigh is making a long-term investment in a mobile city hall that will serve the community. The electric powered Community Engagement Vehicle is expected to be ready in 2025. This vehicle will provide four workstations for people to use to conduct city business such as paying utility bills, registering for classes, and much more.

Where will the Engagement Van be next?

 

  • Sep
    21

    Raleigh Tamale Festival

    2 p.m. • Saturday
    Moore Square
    Add to Calendar 2024-09-21 14:00:00 2024-09-21 18:00:00 Raleigh Tamale Festival Moore Square 201 S. Blount Street Raleigh, NC 27601 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    25

    The Sunshine Connection: Community Block Party

    11 a.m. • Wednesday
    2821 Laodicea Drive
    Add to Calendar 2024-09-25 11:00:00 2024-09-25 14:00:00 The Sunshine Connection: Community Block Party Raleigh's Community Engagement team will be at the Sunshine Connection Community Block Party.  Stop by and say hello to our team members. Learn about city projects happening around you and give us your feedback.    2821 Laodicea Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610 City of Raleigh Lance ShinholserCommunity Relations Analystlance.shinholser@raleighnc.gov919-996-5689 America/New_York public
  • Sep
    26

    Hispanic Heritage Month Community Day

    5:30 a.m. • Thursday
    3707 Marsh Creek Road
    Add to Calendar 2024-09-26 05:30:00 2024-09-26 18:30:00 Hispanic Heritage Month Community Day Raleigh's Community Engagement team will be at the Hispanic Heritage Community Day. Stop by and say hello to our team members. Get informed on city projects happening around you and give us your feedback.    3707 Marsh Creek Road, Raleigh, NC 27604 City of Raleigh Lance ShinholserCommunity Relations Analystlance.shinholser@raleighnc.gov919-996-5689 America/New_York public
  • Sep
    28

    Boyer Street Community Day

    10 a.m. • Saturday
    1221 Boyer Street
    Add to Calendar 2024-09-28 10:00:00 2024-09-28 14:00:00 Boyer Street Community Day Raleigh's Community Engagement team will be at Boyer Street Community Day.  Stop by and say hello to our team members. Get informed on city projects happening around you and give us your feedback.    1221 Boyer Street, Raleigh, NC 27610 City of Raleigh Lance ShinholserCommunity Relations Analystlance.shinholser@raleighnc.gov919-996-5689 America/New_York public
  • Oct
    4

    Commerce Place Community Event

    4 p.m. • Friday
    18 Commerce Place
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-04 16:00:00 2024-10-04 20:00:00 Commerce Place Community Event Raleigh's Community Engagement team will be at the Commerce Place Community Event October 4 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Stop by and say hello to our team members. Get informed on city projects happening around you and give us your feedback.    18 Commerce Place, Raleigh, NC 27601 City of Raleigh Lance ShinholserCommunity Relations Analystlance.shinholser@raleighnc.gov919-996-5689 America/New_York public
  • Oct
    5

    Falling for Local

    11 a.m. • Saturday
    Dorothea Dix Park
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-05 11:00:00 2024-10-05 18:00:00 Falling for Local Raleigh's Community Engagement team will be at the Falling for Local event. Stop by and say hello to our team members. Get informed on city projects happening around you and give us your feedback.    Dorothea Dix Park 2105 Umstead Drive Raleigh, NC 27603 Big field at Dix Park City of Raleigh Lance ShinholserCommunity Relations Analystlance.shinholser@raleighnc.gov919-996-5689 America/New_York public
  • Oct
    30

    Transportation and Treats Community Event!

    4 p.m. • Wednesday
    Marsh Creek Community Center
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-30 16:00:00 2024-10-30 19:00:00 Transportation and Treats Community Event! Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun and information at our Transportation and Treats community event! Don your favorite Halloween costume and join us for a chance to meet the Raleigh Transportation staff and get answers to all your transportation questions, from parking and leaf collection to Bus Rapid Transit.  With all divisions of Raleigh Transportation on hand, it's the perfect opportunity to get to know the team behind our city’s services. Enjoy treats for kids and the young at heart, and don’t miss your chance to register for a fabulous grand prize! For more details, check out our Transportation and Treats Community Event page. We can’t wait to see you there! 3050 N New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC 27604 City of Raleigh Raleigh Transportation 919-996-3030 America/New_York public
  • Oct
    30

    Candy Event at NC Department of Adult Corrections

    5:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    2020 Yonkers Road
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-30 17:30:00 2024-10-30 20:00:00 Candy Event at NC Department of Adult Corrections Raleigh's Community Engagement team will be at the NC Department of Adult Corrections Candy Event. Stop by and say hello to our team members. Get informed on city projects happening around you and give us your feedback.    2020 Yonkers Road, Raleigh, NC 27604 City of Raleigh Lance ShinholserCommunity Relations Analystlance.shinholser@raleighnc.gov919-996-5689 America/New_York public
  • Nov
    9

    Advance Community Health Impact Night

    7 p.m. • Saturday
    City Club Raleigh
    Add to Calendar 2024-11-09 19:00:00 2024-11-09 22:00:00 Advance Community Health Impact Night Raleigh's Community Engagement team will be at the Advance Community Health Impact Night.  Stop by and say hello to our team members. Get informed on city projects happening around you and give us your feedback.    150 Fayetteville Street, Suite 2800, Raleigh, NC 27601 City of Raleigh Lance ShinholserCommunity Relations Analystlance.shinholser@raleighnc.gov919-996-5689 America/New_York public

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Lance Shinholser
Community Relations Analyst
lance.shinholser@raleighnc.gov
919-996-5689

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