RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina residents will have several opportunities to follow local and state government discussions during the week of Nov. 9–15, including county commission meetings, a Raleigh City Council work session, election-board proceedings and a public transportation-planning webinar.
Here are several meetings and events to watch, along with details on how residents can participate or follow the discussions.
Wake County commissioners to hold work session Monday
The Wake County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a work session at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, at the Wake County Justice Center.
The meeting agenda lists seven items, including parks and recreation. Residents can check the county’s meeting calendar for the agenda and related materials.
Meeting details: Wake County meeting calendar
Durham County commissioners meet Monday evening
The Durham County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, in the Commissioners’ Chambers on the second floor of the Administration I Building, 200 E. Main St.
The county says residents can attend in person, join through Zoom or watch the meeting online. The agenda is posted when available, and residents may provide comments on agenda items.
Meeting details: Durham County meetings and announcements
Raleigh City Council work session set for Tuesday
Raleigh City Council is scheduled to hold a work session at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St.
The published meeting materials list discussions about naming city facilities and an update on the Wake Bus Rapid Transit Southern Corridor project. The proposed corridor would connect downtown Raleigh with the Town of Garner.
Residents should check the city’s official meeting page for the latest agenda and livestream information.
Meeting details: Raleigh City Council meeting schedule
Child Fatality Task Force meets Tuesday
The North Carolina Child Fatality Task Force is scheduled to meet at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 1915 Health Services Way in Raleigh. A livestream link is available through the task force’s meeting schedule.
The task force examines issues related to child deaths and prevention across the state. Residents interested in the group’s work can consult its official website for meeting materials and updates.
Meeting details: Official meeting notice
Chatham County election board schedules post-election meetings
The Chatham County Board of Elections has several meetings scheduled during the week.
A provisional meeting is listed for 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. A UOCAVA absentee meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, followed by a canvass meeting at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13.
The Friday canvass meeting is scheduled at the Board of Elections Office, 964 East Street, Suite 101, in Pittsboro. The county says the public may view the meeting online through Microsoft Teams.
Meeting details: Chatham County Board of Elections meetings
Durham residents invited to rail-crossing planning webinar
Durham County’s Transportation Department is hosting a virtual webinar from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, about the East Durham Rail Crossings Study.
The study is examining safety, mobility and connectivity improvements at three rail crossings: South Plum Street, South Driver Street and Ellis Road. County officials say residents can learn about the planning process and share feedback.
Live Spanish interpretation will be available.
Registration and project details: East Durham Rail Crossings Study
Check agendas before attending
Meeting schedules and agendas can change. Residents should confirm dates, times, participation rules and agenda materials through the relevant government’s official website before attending or submitting public comments.
