May 5 City Council Highlights
Council adopted the Annual Action Plan for fiscal year 2026-27. This plan shows how we will use federal and local dollars to increase affordable housing options, prevent and reduce homelessness, and increase housing stabilization and supportive services.
Council accepted donated works of art from Dan Nelson (“Memorial Auditorium”) and Kristin and Brian Walsby (“Prayer, 2023”). The art works will become part of the Municipal Art Collection and will be displayed at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts and Raleigh Parks offices, respectively.
Council approved the necessary steps to place an Affordable Housing Bond ($101,500,000) and a Transportation Bond ($101,500,000) on the November 2026 ballot. There will be a public hearing at the May 19 City Council meeting.
Council authorized speed limit reductions (35 mph to 25 mph) on La Costa Way and Marcony Way.
May 5 Public Hearings
R1. Rezoning Z-38-25. Trailwood Drive. A motion to continue the hearing until June 2 failed 4-4. A motion to deny the rezoning passed 5-3.
R2. Rezoning Z-52-25. Blue Ridge Road. Approved 8-0.
R3. Rezoning Z-01-26. Martin Street, Commerce Place, and Davie Street. A motion to continue the hearing until June 2 passed 8-0.