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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 22d

It’s always budget season in local government! City Council passed the current one in June, and City staff are already at work on the next one. From Oct. 1-16, we want to hear from you! We’re hosting 7 listening sessions. Pick one that works with your schedule! raleighnc.gov/government/n...

Dozens of people at a budget and brews event

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 2d

This Sunday (Oct. 12), part of eastbound Glenwood Avenue will be temporarily closed from 8:45-10:45 a.m. for the 37th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope. Detours will be in place for drivers. If you are driving this route during these hours, please use caution and follow posted detours.

A map showing Glenwood Avenue between the Angus Barn and Umstead State Park.

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 2d

Read the details: raleighnc.gov/community/ne...

Sign up to speak before 3 p.m. on Oct. 10: raleighnc.gov/public-heari...

Draft Amplified Sound Limits Presented to Council

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 2d

City staff and a consultant presented proposed amplified sound limits to Council on Oct. 7. The proposal includes categories of decibel limits and differentiates between different types of amplified sound. Council will hold a public hearing on the draft ordinance on Oct. 14 at 6 p.m.

Draft Amplified Sound Limits Presented to Council

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 2d

Does your nonprofit or faith-based organization help residents with low-to-moderate incomes? Apply for our Community Enhancement Grant! Learn more at virtual info sessions on Oct. 14 or Oct. 21! raleighnc.gov/grants-fundi...

A mural in downtown Raleigh that reads "do good"

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 2d

At last, it's the good type of Hurricane(s) season! Good luck this season, Carolina Hurricanes!

🎨 Gabriel Eng-Goetz
📍 Cabarrus & Gale St

A mural of a hockey player on a parking deck in downtown Raleigh

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 3d

Big ideas for Raleigh! That’s what we want to support with our Impact Partner Grant. Awardees receive $20,000 in grant funding! Apply now! raleighnc.gov/grants-fundi... | #Raleigh

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 3d

Batteries are everywhere these days! And what to do when you’re done with them? Please do NOT put them in your trash or recycle carts. Instead, please take them to a recycling center or a hazardous waste facility. Find suggestions on the #Raleigh Reuse app!

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 3d

We celebrate and support Raleigh’s small business community! On Oct. 15 (one week from today!), we’re hosting a Small, Emerging, and Under-resourced Business Summit. Learn from local entrepreneurs, network, and more! raleighnc.gov/doing-busine... | #Raleigh

Two women have a friendly conversation at a conference

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 3d

Thank you, Mark! :)

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 4d

Raleigh Parks achieved the prestigious distinction of CAPRA accreditation with a PERFECT score! This is the highest honor an organization can receive, and it demonstrates meeting rigorous standards of operations, planning, community involvement, & service delivery. raleighnc.gov/parks-and-re...

The front of Halifax park on a sunny day.

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 4d

It's the first Tuesday of the month! That means City Council meets at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.

📍 222 W. Hargett St.
💻 RaleighNC.gov
💻 YouTube.com/CityOfRaleigh
📺 RTN 11
📝 pub-raleighnc.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx... | #Raleigh

Navy blue graphic with text that reads "City Council Live Stream"

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 5d

While working on the next budget (Fiscal Year 2027), we want to know your priorities! Will you please take this short survey? engage.raleighnc.gov/h55268 | #Raleigh

FY27 Community Budget Priorities Survey - PublicInput

Your opinion matters! Share your thoughts on how funds should be prioritized for the upcoming fiscal year budget cycle (2027). Your input helps the City align resources with community priorities. The ...

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 5d

Raleigh Police Department hiring event. raleighnc.gov/police/news/...

Join the Raleigh Police Department at Our Hiring Event

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 5d

Fire Prevention Week details. raleighnc.gov/fire/news/yo...

You Can Prevent Lithium-Ion Battery Fires!

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 5d

Happy Monday, Raleigh! It’s Fire Prevention week, and the Raleigh Fire Department will be out in the community. Thinking about a career with the Raleigh Police Department? They have a hiring event on Saturday! #Raleigh

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 8d

Mark your calendar for a spooky night at Dix Park!

Dix Park @dixpark.bsky.social · 8d

🎃 Get ready for a spooktacular night hosted by Dix Park and North Carolina Museum of Art 🎃 Enjoy a double feature on the big screen: Frankenweenie followed by Halloween (2018).

🍿 Movies on the Lawn 🍿
📅 October 31
⌚ 5:00 pm - 9:45 pm
📍Flowers Field

Learn more at dixpark.org/events

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 9d

Just in case you're a night owl and this is part of your drive between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m., please follow detours and signage, and drive safely while this work is going on.

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 9d

This Friday night (Oct. 3-4) and next Friday night (Oct. 10-11), we'll be temporarily closing some lanes overnight on Wade Avenue to install this awesome new pedestrian and bike bridge! raleighnc.gov/transportati...

A red bridge on the median of Wade Avenue

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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 9d

We have another budget listening session tonight! Can’t make it? Five more remain! Pick one that works with your schedule. raleighnc.gov/government/n...

🟦 Thursday, Oct. 2 at Green Road Community Center from 6-7:30 p.m.

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 10d

Today and tomorrow, we’re hosting budget listening sessions for your feedback. Busy this week? Five more remain! Pick one that works with your schedule. raleighnc.gov/government/n...

Wednesday, Oct. 1 at Chavis Park from 6-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 2 at Green Road Community Center from 6-7:30 p.m.

Dozens of people listen to a budget presentation

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 11d

🚍 Be part of the future of fast, reliable transit connecting downtown to Triangle Town Center and Midtown.

Northern BRT meetings:
📅 October 2 | 5–7 p.m.
📍 Green Road Community Center

📅 October 6 | 5–7 p.m.
📍 Five Points Center for Active Adults
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City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 11d

We celebrate and support Raleigh’s small business community! On Oct. 15, we’re hosting a Small, Emerging, and Under-resourced Business Summit. Learn from local entrepreneurs, network, and more! raleighnc.gov/doing-busine...

Two women and a man pose for a photo. Woman in the center holds an award.

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 11d

Avoid parking headaches at the NC State Fair this year with the GoRaleigh State Fair Shuttle! Park at 1407 Garner Station Blvd and hop on board! Shuttle service runs every 30 minutes from 8:30 a.m. until the Fair closes each day. Just $5 round trip! goraleigh.org/state-fair

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 12d

A heart attack in the middle of the night. Thinking quickly, Mary called 9-1-1 when she noticed something wrong with her husband Dan. 9-1-1 call taker Alicia Reid talked her through how to do CPR until paramedics arrived. A scary story with a happy ending! raleighnc.gov/emergency-co...

City of Raleigh Government @raleighgov.bsky.social · 12d

Happy Monday, Raleigh! Have thoughts on the next City budget? Let's hear 'em! ➡️ raleighnc.gov/government/n...

Grown-ups: check out this fun holiday event for charity! ➡️ raleighnc.gov/parks-and-re...