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6/16/2020 City Council Meeting, Afternoon session 1PM
6/16/2020 City Council Meeting, Afternoon session 1PM
Due to COVID-19: REMOTE/ VIRTUAL MEETING!
Due to COVID-19: REMOTE/ VIRTUAL MEETING!
Please consider tuning in to this meeting. It is important to understand what is said about our case.
M. Special Items 1. Rezoning Z-41-19: Millbrook and North Hills, northwest quadrant of the Millbrook Road and North Hills Drive intersection (District A)
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WHY IT MATTERS?
WHY IT MATTERS?
Triangle Business Journal Plus
Triangle Business Journal Plus
TBJ Plus: Showdown at Shelley Lake
THANK YOU- Livable Raleigh!
THANK YOU- Livable Raleigh!
Thank You: ABC 11 SUNDAY 6/7/2020 5PM NEWS
Thank You: ABC 11 SUNDAY 6/7/2020 5PM NEWS
Fans rally to save popular Raleigh park from proposed development
Fans rally to save popular Raleigh park from proposed development
6/2/2020 City Council Meeting PUBLIC HEARING 7PM
6/2/2020 City Council Meeting PUBLIC HEARING 7PM
Buffkin asks that Z-41-19 vot be deferred until June 16, 2020
Buffkin asks that Z-41-19 vot be deferred until June 16, 2020
It is unclear whether or not we will be able to have our voices heard during the next meeting. We are reaching out to Council member Buffkin and city staff to learn more.
As we understand things right now- June 16 is NOT a public hearing. The public hearing was closed last night. The deferral may be an another attempt to further SILENCE PUBLIC OPPOSITION TO THE REZONING.
Deferring this highly contested rezoning case makes sense given its many issues that will negatively impact the forested neighborhoods that surround Shelley Lake Park and its many park visitors each day AND growing public outcry against the rezoning.
PLEASE- take the time to view the video below of the City Council meeting last night (cued to our rezoning case).
Note inaccuracies and seek the facts. Educate others.
YOUR CONTINUED E-MAILS GREATLY MATTER!
Continue to write- share the facts- with all city members whose sworn responsibility is to represent the citizens of Raleigh and to make informed decisions that benefit the citizenry while protecting the natural environments and forested transitions that set Raleigh apart from other cities, making it a great place to call home.
We are organized and there are a lot of us.
Opposition to this rezoning has been expressed since the beginning, July 30, 2019 when ONLY residents 500 feet from the subject site were informed. The number of concerned citizens over this rezoning continues to grow as awareness about the rezoning grows.
Working together, we can amplify our voices as one and be heard.
It is our responsibility to Act and to Protect-
the last remaining portion of viewshed around the lake from being severely altered due to inappropriate development,
the transitional forested and vegetative buffer that exists along the corners of West Millbrook Road and North Hills Drive that provide an aesthetically pleasing transition from residential to green/ open space ON THE PARK SIDE for motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, and non-motorized vehicles AND wildlife habitat,
the existing character of the surrounding, established forested neighborhoods which provide diverse and affordable housing choices for the residents of Raleigh.
5/19/2020 City Council Meeting, Afternoon session 1PM
5/19/2020 City Council Meeting, Afternoon session 1PM
HAVE YOUR VOICE HEARD! SEND IN AN E-MAIL LETTER TO cityclerkpetition@raleighnc.gov AND REQUEST YOUR LETTER BE READ ALOUD AT THE 1PM MEETING!
We have confirmed with the city clerk office that you have until NOON on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 for your e-mail letter be received by cityclerkpetition@raleighnc.gov Don't forget to include your name and zip code (include your address if you like)
We have confirmed with the city clerk office that you have until NOON on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 for your e-mail letter be received by cityclerkpetition@raleighnc.gov Don't forget to include your name and zip code (include your address if you like)
Due to COVID-19: REMOTE/ VIRTUAL MEETING!
Due to COVID-19: REMOTE/ VIRTUAL MEETING!
Please consider tuning in to this meeting. It is important to understand what is said about our case.
Use the link below to view the meeting:
5/5/2020 evening session of the virtual City Council meeting
5/5/2020 evening session of the virtual City Council meeting
While we weren't discussed, you are encouraged to watch the 5/5/2020 evening session of the virtual City Council meeting HERE
We suggest watching three rezoning cases: Strickland Road, North Rogers Lane, and Oberlin Road. They are back-to-back and begin at -11:13:05 . Of great importance is Council member Knight’s comments regarding the level of organized opposition to the Oberlin case located at -10:05:46 . Here he states that the level of organized opposition was not sufficient (at 160 opposed).
Procedural Concern Raised Regarding 5/5/2020 Meeting and New Law in Place for Virtual Meetings
Inconsistent audio quality and breaking in/ out, inability for public to set speaking line-up, and more.
The virtual meeting format for rezoning cases that have opposition should be deferred until a physical public hearing can be provided without fear of COVID-19 spread.
We NEED YOU! SAVE THE DATE!
We NEED YOU! SAVE THE DATE!
Z-41-19 PUBLIC HEARING set for JUNE 2, 2020
Z-41-19 PUBLIC HEARING set for JUNE 2, 2020
4/9/2020
4/9/2020
Z-41-19 PUBLIC HEARING set for JUNE 2, 2020
Z-41-19 PUBLIC HEARING set for JUNE 2, 2020
PLEASE watch the 4/7/2020 afternoon and evening sessions of the virtual City Council meeting.
City Council Meeting 4/7/2020 afternoon session
Z-41-19 was discussed first thing in the afternoon session. Disheartening to see our District A Council Member, Patrick Buffkin, NOT mention that he had received and continues to receive emails from his constituents opposed to and concerned about this rezoning case and conducting a virtual public hearing on this case.
Also disturbing is the way Z-44-19 Gresham/ Litchford Road west of Nichols Road was handled when opposition speakers were unable to be reached. We thought the right thing would be done and the case be deferred. Shockingly, the rezoning was approved without citizen input, something we fear will happen if a virtual meeting format for our rezoning case is used.
City Council Meeting 4/7/2020 evening session Z-44-19 PUBLIC HEARING
The virtual meeting format for rezoning cases that have opposition should be deferred until a physical public hearing can be provided without fear of COVID-19 spread.
4/7/2020 City Council Meeting, Afternoon session Z-41-19 listed on agenda
4/7/2020 City Council Meeting, Afternoon session Z-41-19 listed on agenda
Agenda Category H. Special Items, item 1. Rezoning Z-41-19
Agenda Category H. Special Items, item 1. Rezoning Z-41-19
[District A Council Member, Patrick Buffkin, to request postponement of Z-41-19 Public Hearing until June.]
City Council Meeting, afternoon session 1PM
City Council Meeting, afternoon session 1PM
Due to COVID-19: REMOTE/ VIRTUAL MEETING!
Due to COVID-19: REMOTE/ VIRTUAL MEETING!
Please consider tuning in to this meeting. The developer has just removed the restriping condition from the application. This will create major traffic issues for North Hills Drive. It is important to understand what is said about our case.
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Agenda Item Details
Agenda Item Details
Meeting
Apr 07, 2020 - REGULAR MEETING - FIRST TUESDAY - AFTERNOON & EVENING SESSIONS
Category SPECIAL ITEMS
Subject Rezoning Z-41-19: Millbrook and North Hills, northwest quadrant of the Millbrook Road and North Hills Drive intersection
(District A)
Type Action
Recommended Action
City Council may set a date for a public hearing on this case. Alternatively, the request can be held or referred to committee for further review. If a hearing is authorized, staff recommends a date of May 5, 2020.
[District A Council Member, Patrick Buffkin, to request postponement of Public Hearing until June.]
Bynum Walter, Planning and Development
This item was deferred during the March 3, 2020 and March 17, 202 City Council meetings to allow the applicant to revise zoning conditions. A previously offered zoning condition proposed a street restriping that violated the minimum requirements of the UDO and Street Design Manual. This zoning condition has since been removed from the request and replaced with a similar condition that satisfies the minimum requirements of the UDO.
Z-41-19 Millbrook and North Hills is located at the northwest quadrant of the Millbrook Road and North Hills Drive intersection and includes a parcel at in the southwest quadrant of that intersection, being Wake County PINS 1706173253, 1706-173349, 1706171294, 1706163731, and 1706175188. Approximately 7.51 acres are requested by Beatrice Johnson, Lisa and Kirk Anderson, and Belinda and Bret Watkins to be rezoned from Residential-4 (R-4) and Residential-6 (R-6) to Residential Mixed Use-4 stories-Parking Limited-Conditional Use (RX-4-PL-CU) and Residential Mixed Use-3 stories-Parking Limited-Conditional Use (RX-3-PL-CU).
Proposed zoning conditions dated March 4, 2020, limit residential density 15 units per acre, prohibit commercial uses, provide a tree preservation area south of Millbrook Road, limit building height, provide a tree planting to buffer property to the north and along North Hills Drive, a 215-foot primary building setback from Shelly Lake Park, and propose a restriping plan that satisfies the minimum requirements of the UDO and provides for an additional left turn lane on North Hills Drive to serve Mill Greens Court.
Current Zoning: R-4 and R-6
Proposed Zoning: RX-4-PL-CU and RX-3-PL-CU
The request is consistent with the Future Land Use Map.
The request is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan overall.
The Planning Commission recommends approval of the request (5-2).
The Midtown CAC voted 11(Y) - 20(N).
20200407PLANSpecialItemZ-41-19.pdf (7,462 KB) (Click linked pdf- to the left- to view updated information in the case documents)
3/31/2020 We Must ACT!
3/31/2020 We Must ACT!
Thank you City Council Member, David Cox
dcoxforcouncil.com/2020/03/virtual-raleigh-city-council-meeting/
3/31/2020 We Must ACT! Posted on the City of Raleigh website
3/31/2020 We Must ACT! Posted on the City of Raleigh website
Because of the risks to the public that would arise from continued in person meetings, the City is converting City Council meetings to a remote electronic format for the duration of the State of Emergency.
Individuals desiring to speak during the public hearing will have to sign up in advance using the online form below.
Public Hearing Process
Note: FOR REZONING PUBLIC HEARINGS, REGISTERING TO SPEAK DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DO SO.
The UDO provides that at the public hearing, those in favor of the rezoning will be allowed a total of 8 minutes to explain their support and those opposed to the rezoning will be allowed a total of 8 minutes to explain their opposition. The amount of time allotted to each speaker will be determined based upon the number of persons who are signed up to speak. Therefore, registering to speak does not guarantee the opportunity to speak, due to these limitations. If you want to make sure that your position is communicated to the City Council, proponents and opponents are encouraged to choose one or two spokespersons and/or present their concerns in writing prior to the hearing. Again, you may submit written comments to the City Clerk’s office, Room 207, Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street, Raleigh, or via email to cityclerkpetition@raleighnc.gov.
Notification: All City of Raleigh Meetings Canceled Through April 15, 2020
All City Meetings canceled through April 30, 2020
Notification: All City of Raleigh Meetings Canceled Through April 15, 2020
All City Meetings canceled through April 15, 2020
3/17/2020 City Council Meeting, Afternoon session Z-41-19 listed on agenda
3/17/2020 City Council Meeting, Afternoon session Z-41-19 listed on agenda
Agenda Category K. Special Items, item 1. Rezoning Z-41-19
Agenda Category K. Special Items, item 1. Rezoning Z-41-19
City Council Meeting, afternoon session 1PM
City Council Meeting, afternoon session 1PM
Council Chambers - Room 201
222 West Hargett Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
FREE parking is available to all. Just park in the Municipal Building Parking Deck.
(FYI- You need to enter via West Hargett as there is no entrance into the lot from West Morgan!)
To park for free- write your name, date, City Council Meeting on the front of your ticket and hand your ticket to the parking attendant when you exit the parking deck.
Agenda Item Details
Agenda Item Details
Subject: Rezoning Z-41-19: Millbrook and North Hills, northwest quadrant of the Millbrook Road and North Hills Drive intersection
(District A)
Type: Action
Recommended Action:
Provided revised zoning conditions necessary signatures have been received, City Council may set a date for a public hearing on this case. Alternatively, the request can be held or referred to committee for further review. If a hearing is authorized, staff recommends a hearing date of April 7, 2020.
Bynum Walter, City Planning
This item was held at the March 3, 2020 City Council meeting to allow the applicant to revise zoning conditions. As currently offered, condition #9 related to street restriping violates the minimum requirements of the UDO and Street Design Manual and should be revised to conform with city regulations or removed from the request.
Z-41-19 Millbrook and North Hills is located at the northwest quadrant of the Millbrook Road and North Hills Drive intersection and includes a parcel at in the southwest quadrant of that intersection, being Wake County PINS 1706173253, 1706-173349, 1706171294, 1706163731, and 1706175188. Approximately 7.51 acres are requested by Beatrice Johnson, Lisa and Kirk Anderson, and Belinda and Bret Watkins to be rezoned from Residential-4 (R-4) and Residential-6 (R-6) to Residential Mixed Use-4 stories-Parking Limited-Conditional Use (RX-4-PL-CU) and Residential Mixed Use-3 stories-Parking Limited-Conditional Use (RX-3-PL-CU).
Proposed zoning conditions received February 14, limit residential density 15 units per acre, prohibit commercial uses, provide a tree preservation area south of Millbrook Road, limit building height, provide a tree planting to buffer property to the north and along North Hills Drive, a 215-foot building setback from Shelly Lake Park, and a restriping plan for a section of North Hills Drive.
Current Zoning: R-4 and R-6
Proposed Zoning: RX-4-PL-CU and RX-3-PL-CU
The request is consistent with the Future Land Use Map.
The request is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan overall.
The Planning Commission recommends approval of the request (5-2).
The Midtown CAC voted 11(Y) - 20(N).
20200317PLANSpecialItemZ-41-19.pdf (7,550 KB) (Click linked pdf- to the left- to view updated information in the case documents)
NEVER MIND!- 5:03PM City of Raleigh Notification
NEVER MIND!- 5:03PM City of Raleigh Notification
All City Council, Committee, Board, Commission, and other public meetings are canceled through April 15, 2020
All City Council, Committee, Board, Commission, and other public meetings are canceled through April 15, 2020
SAVE THE DATE- April 7, 2020 7PM
SAVE THE DATE- April 7, 2020 7PM
Location: Raleigh Municipal Building
Council Chambers - Room 201
222 West Hargett Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
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(FYI- You need to enter via West Hargett as there is no entrance into the lot from West Morgan!)
To park for free- write your name, date, City Council Meeting on the front of your ticket and hand your ticket to the parking attendant when you exit the parking deck.
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