02 · Data Centers + Community Power

Community power over the decisions that shape our neighborhoods.

Major data center development raises real questions about energy, water, land, and who gets a say. We're building the tools for Raleigh to participate in those decisions.

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Now

Speak up before April.

Raleigh has paused major data-center approvals while it writes new rules. Council, the Planning Commission, and a public hearing all take input between now and April 6. Here's how to be part of it.

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See every date and deadline.

The timeline shows each City meeting, when you can speak, and the sign-up deadline for each one, with the source for every date.

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Take part

How to make your voice heard

Speak at City Council

Public comment is generally on the 2nd Tuesday (7 p.m.) and the 3rd Tuesday (during the 1 p.m. session).
Sign up by 3 p.m. the Friday before, online or by calling the City Clerk at 919-996-3040.
Sign-up closes when the cap is reached: 108 speakers on 2nd Tuesdays, 50 on 3rd Tuesdays.
Check the City's page for current rules before you go.

CITY SIGN-UP PAGE ↗

Speak at the Planning Commission

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The City says residents can watch or speak at the December and January data-center review meetings.
Agendas post on Thursdays. Presentation files are due by 5 p.m. the Friday before; that is not a general speaker sign-up deadline.
Written comments: Planning.Commission@raleighnc.gov

PLANNING COMMISSION ↗

Follow the Text Change Committee

Reviews potential changes to the zoning code (UDO). Usually the 3rd Wednesday at 4 p.m., as needed, in Room 305.
Not every meeting will cover data centers, and the City hasn't promised speaking time.
To take part, email Justin.Bucher@raleighnc.gov with your name, address, and the case.

COMMITTEE MEETINGS ↗

Comment online

The City expects to post the draft rules in its Text Change portal around Nov. 16, with about two weeks for comments.
The City hasn't announced a closing date. YAP! won't guess one.
Join the City's email list to hear when the comment period opens.

TEXT CHANGE PORTAL ↗CITY EMAIL LIST ↗

Can't make it? Leave a voicemail

855-925-2801 · code 3362

Accepted from 5 p.m. Thursday to 5 p.m. Monday before a Tuesday Council meeting. One comment per person per meeting, up to three minutes. Voicemail comments are transcribed and become part of the public record. YAP! does not record or store voicemails.

Can't Speak?

There are still ways to participate.

Show Up

Attend a Council or Planning Commission meeting, even if you don't plan to speak.

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Learn

Read what the City approved and what organizers asked for.

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Contact Council

Reach out to Raleigh City Council members directly.

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Past Actions

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Tuesday, October 6, 2026 — Council public hearing on the data-center moratorium. Council approved the six-month pause that night.
Saturday, October 3, 2026 — Southeast Raleigh People's Assembly & Candidate Forum at Garner Woman's Club, 230 US Hwy 70 West, Garner, NC 27529.
September 23, 2026 — General Body Meeting: Connect with fellow organizers, get updates on the Southeast Raleigh People's Assembly, and find out how to get involved in upcoming community outreach and organizing opportunities.
September 20, 2026 — Canvassing at the Black August Book Drive: Join us at the Black August Book Drive's Really Free Book Fair to connect with community members and share information about the upcoming People's Assembly.
September 20, 2026 — Canvassing at La Fiesta del Pueblo: Join us at La Fiesta del Pueblo to connect with community members and spread the word about the Southeast Raleigh People's Assembly.