North Raleigh Today

The City of Raleigh has been actively working to enhance neighborhood safety through its Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP). The initiative allows residents to collaborate with the city in addressing traffic-related issues, aiming for safer streets accessible by various modes of transportation.

The NTMP focuses on resolving traffic concerns by analyzing patterns and safety issues, subsequently developing solutions tailored to community needs. In 2024, significant strides were made in improving neighborhood safety. Speed limits were reduced on 139 streets covering a total of 34.21 miles to promote safer driving practices. Additionally, sixteen multiway stops and two new traffic signals were installed, with more under consideration.

Traffic calming projects also saw progress with fifteen initiatives started in 2024, expected to conclude by summer 2025. As part of the Safe Routes to School program, sidewalks were added near Wildwood Forest Elementary. Collaboration with BikeRaleigh resulted in enhanced cycling options through the addition of six new bikeways and one buffered bike lane.

Looking forward, the city has outlined plans for 2025 and beyond. Seventeen new projects are set to commence in spring 2025, including six bikeways and improvements to existing bike lanes. An additional twenty projects are currently under review with input from neighborhoods; these will be voted on by the City Council early next year, with construction anticipated to start in spring or summer 2026.

The NTMP aims to create safer and more welcoming streets for Raleigh residents by partnering with neighbors, schools, and cycling advocates.