I extend my heartfelt condolences for the loss of David Millette. He died on September 1st after a week in critical condition following an assault on the 500 block of Glenwood Avenue. Millette was a general manager for Midwood Smokehouse downtown. With the assistance of the Fuquay-Varina Police Department, Raleigh police have arrested and chargedContinue reading “Community Loss & Safety”
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City Council is Back
Raleigh City Council resumed regular business on August 15th. We met for 11 hours, discussing topics like historic districts, tourism tax dollar investments, and rapid improvements needed in paratransit services. Want to catch up? Follow the City of Raleigh Youtube channel to watch our meetings & keep up with City news: https://www.youtube.com/cityofraleigh I share aContinue reading “City Council is Back”
Summer Updates
Enjoy your barbeques, time with friends and family, and the warm weather! Raleigh City Council will have its last meeting on July 5th before summer break. We will reconvene on August 15th. I’m looking forward to time for rest and reflection, and to prepare for our next year of work. Before the break though, IContinue reading “Summer Updates”
Shaw University
Last night, Raleigh City Council voted in favor of the Shaw University rezoning case Z-59-22. The vote was split (5-3) with Council Members Black, Jones and Patton in opposition. The case was challenging to navigate and here I provide my reasoning for voting in favor. Shaw is the first historically Black institution of higher educationContinue reading “Shaw University”
Budget, Rezoning, & Essential Work
The city’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 is out. The rezoning process continues to be complex. I’m grateful for essential City of Raleigh personnel, having recently visited our water and stormwater teams. Solid waste is next! Read HERE for recent city council updates. Visit JaneForRaleigh.com to sign up for these monthly email updates.
Rezoning decisions
Rezoning decisions are challenging and complex. In each rezoning case, I examine our comprehensive plan, relevant local area plans, reports from staff, recommendations from planning commission, input from adjacent neighbors, and viewpoints from diverse constituencies across the city. Two large rezoning cases were decided by city council on Tuesday 5/2. I provide my reasoning inContinue reading “Rezoning decisions”
Lessons from Denver
Raleigh City Council traveled to Denver, Colorado (pop. 700,000) to learn best practices, as well as challenges faced in another rapidly growing metropolitan area. Big thanks to Raleigh Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring this intercity visit. We learned a lot! Read HERE for some of my takeaways. Visit JaneForRaleigh.com to sign up for these monthlyContinue reading “Lessons from Denver”
March Updates
Hello friends, always great to hear from you! As a member of Raleigh City Council, I am tasked with taking care of the everyday needs of our community. My decision making is grounded in listening with compassion and applying thoughtful reasoning to our collective challenges. Stay in touch and please read my March email updates HERE. You can alwaysContinue reading “March Updates”
Affordable Housing
Affordable housing is an ongoing need for Raleigh residents. Here are a few updates on what the City of Raleigh is up to on this issue. Note this is not a comprehensive list. Background: At the January 3rd Council Meeting, I presented ideas for consideration to inform future affordable housing studies, plans and policies adoptedContinue reading “Affordable Housing”
Spring Updates
Flying the plane as we build it, such is the effort of the City of Raleigh. Please read below for where we are headed. Some of our recent best In February, we made critical investments for community members in need, including more than $4 million in funding for affordable housing, prevention of homelessness, and support for theContinue reading “Spring Updates”
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