This is the first time I’ve posted about who I plan to vote for. First, a word of caution. Voting for a candidate based solely on a list posted by …
Who I recommend for Raleigh City Council 2022 Read More
I’m still working on the post about the common complaints around e-scooters, my opinions, and suggestions on how to address the issues. However, yesterday City Council voted on several ordinances …
Raleigh City Council E-Scooter Video (Bird/Lime) Read More
Raleigh staff are expected to bring proposed regulations to Raleigh City Council during it’s October 16th City Council session on how to deal with electric scooters. Unsurprisingly, the scooters have …
Should Bird or Lime e-Scooters be Considered Mopeds in Raleigh? Read More If you’ve been to downtown Raleigh this summer you’ve likely seen or dodged one of the electric Bird scooters. The device is very simple and can be easily rented by …
The Electric Scooter That Raleigh City Council Can’t Ignore Read More
After I graduated from the Raleigh Neighborhood College program in May 2017 I decided my primary goal was to get my city’s elected officials communicating on social media with their constituents. …
Announcement Kickoff – Late 2018 Raleigh City Council Social Media Report Card Read More
This post actually starts during the May 23rd Growth and Natural Resources meeting, where I misunderstood Valerie Jordan’s statement about her concerns over accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in her neighborhood. As …
How a Misunderstanding Led to Understanding ADUs in Carolina Pines Neighborhood Read More
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) go by several names, granny flats, backyard cottages, mother-in-law apartments, the list goes on. ADUs are one of the most controversial topics Raleigh’s City Council is dealing …
Accessory Dwelling Units In Raleigh Read More
The following letter was sent to all Raleigh City Council Members on Thursday May 17th. Honorable Council Members, Mayor Pro Tem Branch, and Mayor McFarlane, I am writing you all …
Open Letter to Raleigh City Council Members on Accessory Dwelling Units and Water Rate Increase Read More
There’s a Text Change (TC-11-17) that’s been causing quite a stir in City Council this week. TC-11-17 has come before City Council several times since first landing on the agenda …
Some Raleigh City Councilor’s Want to Make Building Senior Housing More Difficult Read More
Raleighite has a standing goal to encourage our City Council members to use social media to engage with citizens. Facebook alone advertises to potential ad buyers that it has over …
Social Media Report Card of Raleigh City Council Members 2018 Read More