As promised

As promised, Rep. Weiss met with individuals from NC Parks 7/20/09 and provided the following update with us regarding the Graylyn alternatives:

Dear Margaret:
Yesterday I had the opportunity to meet with Lewis Ledford, Elizabeth Biser, Carol Tingley and employees from Umstead State Park and I was informed that DENR/ NC Parks is very close to announcing their decision about what course to take with respect to increased access to Umstead State Park. They should be publicizing their decision and their timetable for future steps very soon. I encouraged them to continue collaborating with NC DOT and the City of Raleigh and Town of Cary regarding access issues.
In addition, they did mention that they are continuing to pursue discussions about potential parking in the area near Reedy Creek/Trenton Roads.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Weiss, NC House 35

Opportunity to talk with city council members

We received the information below from Rodger Koopman regarding an upcoming opportunity to talk with him and Russ Stephenson. Both gentlemen are current city council members who serve on the Public Works Committee and up for re-election in the fall. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to meet them and find out their views--and share yours. We believe resolution of the parking access issue at Reedy Creek/Trenton and at Graylyn will require the city and state working together to remove unnecessary obstacles and take action. Thus far, we have had several conversations with Mr Stephenson and have been impressed with his proactive efforts to find a solution at Reedy Creek/Trenton.


Raleigh City Council Elections are non-partisan, so voters from ALL parties are invited!Please join us for a little "R&R" (Russ Stephenson and Rodger Koopman) at Durant Nature Park. Come and meet two Raleigh City Councilors who are up for re-election this Fall. Learn about the issues facing Raleigh and the importance of your involvement in this election on OCTOBER 6th!! And enjoy a fun day in the park with other activities. Summer beverages and snacks will be served. When you pull in the parking lot look for the red, white and blue balloons. Children are not only allowed, but encouraged!More information is available at this link: Link to Event for Russ and Rodger

Time: Saturday, July 11 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Host: Vickie Takei
Location:Durant Nature Park (Raleigh, NC)8305 Camp Durant Rd.Raleigh, NC 27615 Respectfully,
Rodger KoopmanCouncilor District B