Winston-Salem public meetings in 2024

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing requests for public hearings on land annexations and street closures. The body is also considering a new lease for a leaf mulching facility and a funding application for lead service line replacement.

• Agreement with UMO Platform for transit mobility application: $868,529
• Voluntary annexation of 26.966 acres for Mount Hope Estates
• Voluntary annexation of 17.14 acres for Kershaw Commons
• Proposed closure and abandonment of Frampton Street
• Lease agreement with KDM of Wilmington, LLC for a leaf mulching facility

The Public Works Committee unanimously approved the consent agenda, including two voluntary annexations, a leaf mulching facility lease, and a federal funding application for lead service line replacement. It also approved changes to the Winston-Salem Transit Authority route network and a $868,529 agreement with UMO Platform for a mobility app. A petition to close Frampton Street was held in committee for further discussion.

• Approved voluntary annexation of Mount Hope Estates (26.966 acres) (4-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of Kershaw Commons (17.14 acres) (4-0)
• Approved lease agreement for leaf mulching facility with KDM of Wilmington, LLC (4-0)
• Approved federal funding application for Lead Service Line Replacement Program (4-0)
• Approved WSTA route network changes (4-0)
• Approved $868,529 agreement with UMO Platform for transit app (4-0)
• Held in committee: Frampton Street closure petition (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is deciding on a contract for a dehumidification unit upgrade at Fairgrounds Annex ($1,453,540), a resolution to create a Speculative Building Loan Program for developers, and capital expenditures for Benton Convention Center including an elevator modernization ($420,695). The meeting also includes a budget ordinance amendment for the convention center project.

• Resolution authorizing contract with Ridge Mechanical for dehumidification unit upgrade at Fairgrounds Annex - $1,453,540
• Resolution establishing a Speculative Building Loan Program to support developers in job creation and investment projects
• Resolution awarding sole source contract to Schindler Elevator Corporation for Benton Convention Center freight service elevator modernization - $420,695
• Ordinance amending the FY2024-2025 project budget ordinance for Benton Convention Center capital expenditures

The Finance Committee voted to recommend approval of three items to the full City Council, including a $1,453,540 contract for a dehumidification unit upgrade at the Fairgrounds Annex, a new speculative building loan program to support developers, and a $420,695 sole source contract for elevator modernization at the Benton Convention Center. All items were referred to the City Council for consideration on January 6, 2025. The committee also received an update on upcoming January events from the City Manager.

• Recommended approval of $1,453,540 dehumidification contract with Ridge Mechanical (4-0)
• Recommended approval of speculative building loan program to support developers (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $420,695 sole source elevator modernization contract with Schindler Elevator Corporation (4-0)
• Recommended approval of budget ordinance amendment for Benton Convention Center capital expenditures (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hold a public hearing on Jan. 6, 2025 to consider an ordinance authorizing HyLyfe, LLC to receive a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for operating one trolley pub. The committee will also consider renewing certificates for two taxicab firms, one limousine firm, and one existing trolley pub. Additionally, the committee will vote on a resolution supporting the reclassification of police dispatchers as protective service occupations and on an ordinance amending city code regulations for massage and bodywork therapy businesses.

• Public hearing (Jan 6, 2025) on ordinance for HyLyfe, LLC trolley pub certificate
• Renewal of certificates for Carolina Custom Transportation (2 limousines), Express Cab Company (5 taxicabs), Hook and Ladder Entertainment, LLC (1 trolley pub), Safe Ride Transportation (8 taxicabs)
• Resolution to support reclassifying Winston‑Salem Police 911 dispatchers as protective service occupations
• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 34 to set regulations for massage and bodywork therapy businesses

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda including a new trolley pub certificate for HyLyfe, LLC and renewals for two taxi companies, one limousine company, and one trolley pub company. It also recommended approval of a resolution supporting reclassification of 911 dispatchers as protective service occupations and an ordinance regulating massage and bodywork therapy businesses. All items were referred to the City Council for January 6, 2025. The meeting included staff briefings from fire and police departments.

• Approved consent agenda including HyLyfe, LLC trolley pub certificate (4-0)
• Approved renewals for Carolina Custom Transportation, Express Cab, Hook and Ladder Entertainment, Safe Ride Transportation (4-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution supporting 911 dispatcher reclassification (4-0)
• Recommended approval of massage and bodywork therapy business regulations (4-0)

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will hold a public hearing on Jan. 21, 2025 to consider amending Chapter 4 of the Unified Development Ordinances (UDO‑CC28) to change rules for single‑family homes in residential multifamily districts. A second hearing on the same date will address amendments (UDO‑CC29) to align historic resources language with state law. The committee will also review a community mentorship presentation, an ordinance updating city administration articles, and a resolution to accept Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) funds.

• UDO‑CC28: Amend Chapter 4 of the UDO for single‑family uses in residential multifamily zoning districts (public hearing Jan 21, 2025)
• UDO‑CC29: Amend Chapters 3, 4, 10, 11 of the UDO to align historic resources language with NC statutes (public hearing Jan 21, 2025)
• Ordinance 24‑0606: Amend Articles I‑IV of Chapter 2 “Administration” of the city code
• Resolution 24‑0583: Authorize acceptance and use of Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) funds
• Community presentation on Full Circle Mentorship program

The committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of UDO-CC28, which modifies Chapter 4 to amend provisions for single-family uses within residential multifamily zoning districts, and referred it to the City Council on 01/21/2025. It also approved the consent agenda, including UDO-CC29 aligning historic resources language with state statutes. Items G-2 (administration ordinance) and G-3 (2025 legislative priorities) were forwarded without recommendation, while G-4 (RUSH funds) was recommended for approval. Presentations on Full Circle Mentorship and the 2024 Environmental Justice Report were information only.

• Approved consent agenda including UDO-CC29 historic resources alignment (4-0)
• Recommended approval of UDO-CC28 single-family uses in multifamily districts (4-0)
• Forwarded G-2 administration ordinance without recommendation, removing remote participation section (4-0)
• Forwarded G-3 2025 legislative priorities without recommendation (4-0)
• Recommended approval of RUSH funds acceptance and budget amendment (4-0)

City Council

This is an organizational meeting for the Winston-Salem City Council following the 2024 election. The council will administer oaths of office to Mayor Allen Joines and eight council members. The agenda includes consideration of committee assignments, a mayor pro tempore recommendation from the mayor, and approval of the 2025 meeting schedule. No legislative items or public hearings are scheduled.

• Oath of office for Mayor Allen Joines administered by District Court Judge Carrie F. Vickery
• Oaths of office for eight council members administered by retired and active judges
• Consideration of Mayor Joines' recommendation for 2024-2028 committee assignments
• Consideration of Mayor Joines' recommendation for mayor pro tempore
• Approval of the city council's 2025 meeting schedule

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee of the Whole will consider resolutions to award contracts for fire safety equipment and a transit app. The agenda also includes approval of committee minutes and a review of the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Approval of Public Safety, Community Development, Public Works, and Finance Committee minutes
• Resolution to award $3.6M for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment
• Resolution to award $1.2M for Ice Rink Reconstruction at the Fairgrounds Arena
• Resolution to award $868,529 for a mobility service application for Winston-Salem Transit Authority
• Consideration for approval of Economic Development Assistance for HanesBrands, Inc.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the Forward 2045 Comprehensive Plan, as well as guidelines and implementation of the Affordable Housing Development Program. The consent agenda includes several large contracts, including $3.6 million for fire department SCBA equipment and $1.19 million for ice rink reconstruction. Other items include economic development assistance for HanesBrands, a zoning petition near Kernersville Road, and the appointment of a new city attorney.

• Public hearing and consideration of Forward 2045 Comprehensive Plan adoption
• Resolution authorizing Affordable Housing Development Program guidelines and budget amendment
• Public hearing on economic development assistance for HanesBrands, Inc.
• Zoning petition (W-3634) to rezone 8.5 acres on Kernersville Road from RS9 to AG-L
• Consent agenda: $3,627,357.98 for SCBA equipment and $1,191,360 for ice rink reconstruction

City Council

The City Council will consider a construction contract for the two-way conversion of Main and Liberty Streets. The body is also reviewing several grant acceptances, budget amendments, and requests for public hearings on road closures.

• Construction contract for Liberty and Main Streets Two-Way Conversion awarded to Sharpe Brothers for $5,417,448.12
• Acceptance of a $505,360 grant for the rehabilitation of the Potter's House at Historic Bethabara Park
• Purchase of property at Long Creek Park along Bethania-Tobaccoville Road for $16,550
• Public hearing for the demolition and removal of structures at 311, 313, 315 Lakeview Boulevard
• Requests for public hearings to close and abandon portions of Morning Star Lane and White Meadow Lane

Special Meeting of the City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The session is designated for the discussion of personnel matters.

• Closed session per G.S.§ 143-318.11(a)(6) regarding personnel matters

City Council

The City Council will vote on purchasing new refuse and fire trucks and an agreement with NASCAR. The meeting includes public hearings for the annexation of Brookberry Farm Phase 11 and five separate zoning petitions.

• Purchase of four fire trucks from Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. for $5,257,020
• Purchase of two side-loading refuse trucks from Carolina Environmental Systems, Inc. for $813,770
• Voluntary annexation of approximately 19.765 acres for Brookberry Farm, Phase 11
• Zoning petition for 2.70 acres on South Main Street to change from RS9 to HB-L
• Zoning petition for 1.14 acres at North Chestnut Street and East Fourteenth Street to change from RM18 to PB-L

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will vote on closing portions of Morning Star Lane and White Meadow Lane, and on a contract with PayByPhone for a new parking payment system in downtown Winston-Salem. The body will also authorize agreements with the NCDOT for sidewalk construction funds and approve a resolution to transfer street naming hearing requirements to the City Council.

• Request for public hearing to close portions of Morning Star Lane and White Meadow Lane
• Resolution authorizing an agreement with PayByPhone for a mobile parking payment solution
• Resolution authorizing supplemental agreements with NCDOT for sidewalk construction funds
• Resolution amending the Addressing and Street Naming Manual to transfer public hearing requirements to City Council
• Public hearing to name an unnamed private right-of-way to Bradford Meadows Lane

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of a resolution authorizing agreements with PayByPhone and Gtechna for mobile payment and license plate reading enforcement in downtown parking systems. The motion passed 3-0 with one abstention. The item will be referred to the City Council on 11/04/2024.

• Approved consent agenda items including street closures (Morning Star Lane, White Meadow Lane) and right-of-way abandonment (Water Works Road), referred to City Council 11/04/2024
• Approved NCDOT supplemental agreements for additional sidewalk and intersection project funding, referred to City Council 11/04/2024
• Approved amendment to Addressing and Street Naming Manual transferring public hearing requirements to City Council, referred to City Council 11/04/2024
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2024 meeting
• Recommended approval of street mural at Hawthorne Road and Northwest Boulevard (unanimous), referred to City Council 11/04/2024
• Recommended approval of changes to State Highway Secondary Road System (unanimous), referred to City Council 01/06/2025
• Recommended approval of downtown parking modernization with PayByPhone and Gtechna (3-0, 1 abstention), referred to City Council 11/04/2024
• Recommended approval of naming private right-of-way to Bradford Meadows Lane (unanimous), referred to City Council 11/04/2024

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several purchase orders for emergency and sanitation vehicles and a construction contract for road conversions. The body is also considering budget amendments and the purchase of property at Long Creek Park.

• Construction contract for Main and Liberty Streets Two-Way Conversion with Sharpe Brothers for $5,417,448.12
• Purchase order for four fire trucks from Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. for $5,257,020
• Purchase order for two side-loading refuse trucks from Carolina Environmental Systems, Inc. for $813,770
• Acceptance of a $505,360 grant for the rehabilitation of the Potter's House at Bethabara Park
• Purchase of property at Long Creek Park along Bethania-Tobaccoville Road for $16,550

Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider ordinances regarding massage and bodywork therapy business regulations and Civil Service Board regulations. Members will also receive updates on Hurricane Helene assistance and the police department's Drone as a First Responder program.

• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 34 regarding massage and bodywork therapy businesses
• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 2, Article III: Civil Service Board Regulations
• Acceptance of U.S. Department of Justice 2024 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA Grant
• Acceptance of 2024 Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Grant
• Interlocal Agreement with Forsyth County to share 2024 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) award

General Government Committee

The Winston-Salem General Government Committee will consider demolition ordinances for properties on Lakeview Boulevard and East Drive, approve funding for special events, and adopt the Forward 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review an ordinance amending the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Advisory Committee and approve the Affordable Housing Development Program.

• Request for public hearing on demolition of structures at 311, 313, 315 Lakeview Boulevard
• Request for public hearing on demolition of structures at 217, 219, 221, 223 East Drive
• Resolution approving city-funded staffing for select special events
• Consideration of ordinance amending the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Advisory Committee
• Consideration of items related to the Affordable Housing Development Program

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances affecting the city code, including stormwater management and Board of Adjustment procedures. The body will also review zoning petitions and various mayoral appointments to city committees.

• Zoning petition for Joseph and Abby Bartholomew, LLC for .86 acres on Old Mill Circle and Healy Drive
• Site plan amendment for Duncan Properties, LLC to change a proposed bank to a parking lot at Robinhood Road and Polo Road
• Ordinance amending Chapter 75 of the City Code regarding Stormwater Management
• Ordinance to amend Unified Development Ordinances to revise Board of Adjustment Procedures
• Proclamation declaring September 27, 2024, as Winston-Salem State University Day

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing applications for federal funding for water and transit projects. Members will also consider road naming ordinances and a request for a public hearing on a voluntary annexation.

• Application for federal funding for the Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Budget ordinance amendment for $80,000 local match for the Innovative Coordinated Access and Mobility Pilot Program
• Public hearing request for voluntary annexation of 19.765 acres for Brookberry Farm, Phase II
• Ordinances to name and rename roads at Salem Academy & College and on Jones Road
• Information on modernizing on-street and off-street parking systems in downtown Winston-Salem

The Public Works Committee approved ordinances to name and rename three roads on the Salem Academy & College campus and to name an unnamed private right-of-way on Jones Road as Jones White Trail. It also approved resolutions for federal funding applications and a state highway system change, and recommended approval of a voluntary annexation for Brookberry Farm Phase 11, referring it to City Council on 10/21/2024. A report on downtown parking modernization was presented for information only.

• Approved ordinance to name/rename three roads on Salem Academy & College campus (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance naming Jones Road right-of-way as Jones White Trail (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law lead service line replacement funding (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for state highway secondary road system changes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Federal Transit Administration mobility pilot program (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Brookberry Farm Phase 11 voluntary annexation; referred to City Council 10/21/2024

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will vote on resolutions to award contracts for replacing four bus lifts ($821,843.59) and for purchasing sixty Ford Interceptor police pursuit vehicles ($2,395,974). It will also consider the acceptance of a $700,000 Byrne discretionary grant for the BEAR Team and amendments to the FY 2024‑2025 budget and tax levy ordinances. Additional items include a donation of surplus right‑of‑way from NCDOT and an update on the affordable housing development process.

• Resolution awarding $821,843.59 contract for replacement of four bus lifts – Alan Tye & Associates
• Resolution awarding $2,395,974.00 purchase order for sixty Ford Interceptor police pursuit vehicles – Deacon Jones Ford
• Resolution accepting $700,000 Byrne discretionary grant for BEAR Team expansion
• Ordinance amendments to the FY 2024‑2025 Annual Appropriation, Tax Levy, and Project Budget ordinances
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of surplus right‑of‑way donation from NCDOT

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will consider multiple public hearings on closing portions of Deacon Boulevard, Baity Street, Silas Street, W 32nd Street, and Bethabara Road. The meeting also includes votes on $7.2 million in grants for transit, homelessness programs, and public safety, as well as contracts for hybrid buses, trail design, and surplus equipment sales.

• Close portions of Deacon Blvd, Baity St, Silas St, W 32nd St, and Bethabara Rd via public hearings
• Approve $5.23M Low-No Emission grant for five hybrid-electric buses from New Flyer of America Inc.
• Award $1.01M design contract for Long Branch Trail Phase II to Kimley-Horn and Associates Inc.
• Accept $5K GHSP grant for BikeSafe Regional Coordinator position
• Sell surplus city equipment by public auction

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning changes for properties across various wards. The body will also review a lease agreement for office space for the Community Entry System.

• Lease agreement with Forsyth County for Community Entry System office space for $3,080.04
• Zoning petition (W-3618) for .67 acres on South Stratford Road from RS9 to GB-L
• Zoning petition (W-3619) for 1.45 acres at Old Greensboro Road and Crews Street from RS9 to RSQ-L
• Zoning petition (W-3620) for 7.99 acres on North Patterson Avenue from HB and RS9 to HB-L
• Zoning petition (W-3624) for 7.33 acres on Old Hollow Road from RS30 to IP

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council’s Committee of the Whole will convene for a training session facilitated by the North Carolina School of Government. The session focuses on habits of high-performing boards and expectations for effective council-manager relations.

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council Committee of the Whole will consider multiple ordinances, resolutions, and public hearings. Key items include speed limit reductions on Griffith Road, grant acceptances for bike safety and DWI enforcement, and public hearings on street closures and a demolition request. The meeting also covers budget amendments, surplus equipment sales, and economic development projects.

• Repeal of 45 mph speed limit on Griffith Road (South/Southwest Wards)
• Accept $5,000 BikeSafe grant for regional coordinator position
• Accept $15th-year DWI task force grant with Forsyth County and Kernersville
• Public hearing on demolition of 1818 N. Dunleith Street apartments
• Award $740,669.50 contract for concrete pipe and quarry products to Vulcan Construction

City Council

The City Council will consider several petitions to close and abandon portions of city streets and alleys. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the demolition of a structure at 1825 Mansfield Street and vote on multiple board and commission appointments.

• Public hearing on demolition and removal of structure at 1825 Mansfield Street
• Petition to close and abandon portions of South Main Street and Hilton Drive
• Petition to close and abandon a portion of Flatrock Street
• Petition to close and abandon an unnamed alley off N. Dunleith Avenue
• Appointments to the Tourism Development Authority, Recreation and Parks Commission, and Transit Authority Board

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes various contract awards, insurance renewals, and several municipal appointments.

• WSTA Trans-Aid Bus purchase: $1,108,531.25
• James River Equipment mowing tractors: $606,122.70
• Toyota of Greensboro hybrid compact SUVs and sedans: $610,000
• WithersRavenal pavement condition survey: $814,000
• Traveler’s Insurance Company boiler/machinery insurance: $2,199,981

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider resolutions for federal transit funding for Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation and Davidson County Transportation. Members will also review a purchase order for Trans-Aid buses and a petition to close portions of S. Main Street and Hilton Drive.

• Resolution authorizing FTA Section 5307 funding for Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation
• Resolution authorizing FTA Section 5307 funding for Davidson County Transportation
• Purchase order for Trans-Aid Buses for Winston-Salem Transit Authority for $1,108,531.25
• Petition to close and abandon portions of S. Main Street and Hilton Drive
• Technical corrections ordinance amending Chapter 75 regarding Stormwater Management

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several financial actions including insurance coverage, equipment purchase orders, and budget amendments. The agenda includes construction contracts for apartment projects and a citywide pavement condition survey.

• Purchase of boiler/machinery insurance from Traveler’s Insurance Company for $2,199,981
• Purchase order for mowing tractors from James River Equipment for $606,122.70
• Purchase order for hybrid compact SUVs and sedans from Toyota of Greensboro for $610,000
• Contract for citywide pavement condition survey with WithersRavenal for $814,000
• Construction contract for N. Cleveland Avenue and Willie Davis Apartments Project with Risa Home Improvements & Construction, LLC for $712,857.43

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review a proposed ordinance to amend the City Code. This amendment would establish the Civil Service Board of the City of Winston-Salem.

• Ordinance to create the Civil Service Board of the City of Winston-Salem

FInance Committee Budget Workshop

The Finance Committee is reviewing the proposed fiscal year 2024-25 budget and recommended tax rate. The committee will also preview several resolutions for the upcoming June 17 City Council meeting.

• Discussion of FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget
• Consideration of Recommended Tax Rate
• Resolution Approving the 2025-2030 Capital Plan
• Resolution Adopting Orders to Collect Current and Delinquent Taxes
• Resolution Directing Expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including easement acquisitions and contract awards. The general agenda includes public hearings on property demolitions, historic listings, and affordable housing funding.

• Street resurfacing contract for APAC-Atlantic, Inc., Thompson-Arthur Division: $9,890,146.45
• Stormwater maintenance repairs contract for Pilot Civil, LLC: $210,000
• Crowd management services contract for Show Pros Entertainment Services: $300,000
• Leinbach Drive culvert replacement easement acquisitions: $4,175
• Bethabara Road culvert replacement easement acquisitions: $6,550

Finance Committee Budget Public Hearing

The Finance Committee is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed City of Winston-Salem budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. Following this hearing, a budget workshop is scheduled for June 6 and a City Council public hearing and budget adoption is set for June 17.

• Public Hearing on Proposed City of Winston-Salem Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

FInance Committee Budget Workshop

The Finance Committee is reviewing a presentation on the Compensation and Classification Study. The committee is also receiving an overview of the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Budget and Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan.

• Compensation and Classification Study presentation
• Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Budget
• Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee of the Whole will conduct a training session regarding diversity and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. This item is part of the scheduled City Council Training for 2024.

• Training: 24-0313 Diversity and Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

FInance Committee Budget Workshop

The Finance Committee is meeting to receive an overview of the proposed FY 2024-25 budget. Upcoming meetings include a capital budget workshop and a public hearing.

• Overview of Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will consider transferring city property to True Homes for affordable housing in the Ridgewood Place neighborhood. The agenda also includes budget amendments, various purchase orders, and multiple zoning petitions.

• Conveyance of city property to True Homes for affordable housing in Ridgewood Place
• $1,787,508 purchase order for Scow Bed Dump Trucks
• Zoning petition for 2100 Glendale, LLC at Vargrave and East Monmouth Streets
• $445,135.60 purchase order for police vehicle lighting and equipment
• Demolition orders for structures at 211 and 213 Lakeview Boulevard

Public Works Committee

The committee will review several resolutions regarding easement abandonments and street or alley closures. It will also consider an agreement for free transit rides for employees and a sustainability update.

• Abandonment of an easement on Byerly Street by Brenner Street Properties, LLC
• Installation of a mural on the Strollway between First Street and Salem Parkway
• Agreement with Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation for fare-free rides for transit employees
• Public hearing date of August 5, 2024, for the closure of a portion of Flatrock Street
• Public hearing date of August 5, 2024, for the closure of an unnamed alley off N. Dunleith Avenue

Finance Committee

The committee will review several contracts and budget amendments for the city. Key items include large-scale infrastructure projects, information technology services, and various equipment purchase orders.

• $9,890,146.45 contract for city-wide street resurfacing
• $712,857.43 construction contract for N. Cleveland Avenue and Willie Davis Apartments
• $300,000 contract for crowd management services at public assembly facilities
• $210,000 contract for stormwater maintenance repairs
• Purchase orders for fire equipment, dump trucks, and police vehicle lighting

General Government Committee

The committee will discuss several items including affordable housing projects and city code updates. This includes reviewing funding for single-family homes on Moravian Church lots and property conveyance for Ridgewood Place. The agenda also includes a request for a public hearing regarding historic landmark status for R.J. Reynolds buildings.

• $160,000 ARPA funding and lot sale for Moravian Church affordable housing
• Property conveyance to True Homes for Ridgewood Place affordable housing
• Public hearing request for R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Buildings 82 and 83 historic listing
• Adoption of a Technical Corrections Ordinance for the City Code
• Update on city contributions to Smart Start Pre-K initiatives

City Council

The City Council will review a $35 million state grant for the Midtown Economic Development Project. The agenda also includes financing for several affordable housing projects and various vehicle purchases. Additionally, the council will consider street closures and property demolition orders.

• $35 million state grant for the Midtown Economic Development Project
• Financing for affordable rental housing at Poplar Forest, Zachary Pointe, and Sage Pointe
• Purchase of hybrid compact sedans for $218,925
• $70,000 contribution to the Shotgun House Legacy Project
• Speed limit change to 45 mph on Baux Mountain Road

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning petitions and economic development proposals. This includes authorizing funds for bathroom renovations at the Bethesda Center for the Homeless. Additionally, the council will consider amendments to the Truist Stadium lease agreements.

• $314,840 for bathroom rehabilitation at Bethesda Center for the Homeless, Inc.
• $95,000 change order to Routh Oil Company for mobile fueling services
• Zoning petition for property at Loch Drive and Reynolda Road
• Economic development assistance for Project Olivedale
• Amendments to Truist Stadium lease agreements with DBH Winston Salem, LLC

Special Meeting of the City Council

The City Council will meet with the Forsyth County Legislative Delegation to discuss the city's 2024 legislative priorities. The agenda includes discussions regarding system development fees, stormwater management programs, and planning bills.

• Discussion of 2024 legislative priorities
• System Development Fee Bill
• Stormwater Management Programs
• Planning Bill
• Tour of Union Station, Bowman Gray Stadium, and the Real Time Crime Center

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider an agreement with RATP Dev USA for transit operations and maintenance services. The agenda also includes updates to the decorative street lighting policy and a report on bridge and capital projects. Two items regarding public hearing dates for closing unnamed alleys are also scheduled for review.

• Agreement with RATP Dev USA for transit operations and maintenance services
• Decorative Street Lighting Policy changes
• Public hearing date for closing an alley between Brent Street and S. Sunset Drive
• Public hearing date for closing an alley off Pope Road
• Bridge and capital projects update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing multiple resolutions for city equipment, including vehicles and audio/visual upgrades. The agenda also includes discussions on permanent financing for several affordable rental housing developments and various budget amendments.

• Purchase of backhoe loader for $157,831.20
• Purchase of hybrid compact sedans for $218,925
• Purchase of battery electric half-ton pickup trucks for $150,675.18
• Purchase of hybrid long bed pickup trucks for $217,994.16
• Purchase of aerial platform truck for $200,498.00

Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to amend the speed limit on Baux Mountain Road. Members will also review a resolution regarding a Department of Homeland Security SAFER grant application and receive information on a draft Civil Service Board ordinance.

• Ordinance amending Section 52-123 (c) for 45 MPH speed limits on Baux Mountain Road
• Resolution authorizing application for the 2023 Department of Homeland Security SAFER Grant
• Information on draft Civil Service Board ordinance regarding Chapter 2

General Government Committee

The committee is considering resolutions for multiple 60-unit affordable rental housing projects and the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative. The agenda also includes demolition orders for various properties and a $70,000 contribution to the Shotgun House Legacy Project.

• Financing for Poplar Forest, Zachary Pointe, and Sage Pointe affordable rental developments
• A $70,000 city contribution to the Shotgun House Legacy Project
• Demolition orders for properties on Lakeview Blvd, Harrington Circle, and Mansfield Street
• Funding for Phases 2 and 3 of the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative
• Public hearing request to revise day care standards in the Unified Development Ordinance

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including multi-million dollar projects for Polo Road and various sidewalk improvements. The agenda also includes petitions to close portions of certain streets and appointments to local advisory committees.

• $3,478,778.75 construction contract for Polo Road Improvements
• $2,097,286.80 construction contract for Cedar Trail and Petree Road sidewalk improvements
• $271,540 agreement for engineering services for Petree Road and Cedar Trail sidewalks
• $176,063.73 purchase order for police vehicle lighting and equipment
• Public hearing on petitions to close portions of Winston Street and Jay Avenue

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning petitions for properties on University Parkway and South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The agenda also includes a revised April meeting schedule and resolutions regarding developmental disabilities awareness and a municipal conference.

• Zoning petition (W-3607) for ONSC WS LLC on University Parkway
• Zoning petition (W-3608) at South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Allen Street
• Resolution recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
• Proposed changes to the April 2024 meeting schedule

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several consent agenda items including infrastructure contracts and street closures. The general agenda includes a review of the fiscal year 2024-25 budget process, a budget forecast, and results from a resident survey.

• Polo Road improvements contract with Atlantic Contracting Company, Inc. for $3,478,778.75
• Cedar Trail and Petree Road sidewalk improvements contract with BW Infrastructure, LLC for $2,097,286.80
• Vehicle lighting and equipment for Dodge Durango police vehicles for $176,063.73
• Construction engineering services for Salem Parkway multi-use path for $445,221.31
• Petree Road and Cedar Trail sidewalk engineering services with TranSystems Corporation for $271,540

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee will receive presentations on current housing updates and opportunities within the Housing Trust Fund. The agenda also includes discussions regarding anti-displacement policy recommendations and landbanking plans.

• Current Housing Update presentation (24-0123)
• Housing Opportunities and Self-Help Winston-Salem Affordable Housing Fund presentations (24-0131)
• Discussion on anti-displacement policy recommendations (24-0132)
• Review of vacancy and abandonment solutions (24-0132)
• Presentation on Landbanking and Affordable Action Plan (24-0132)

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including a $35 million state grant for the Midtown Economic Development Project. Discussion includes funding for affordable housing, street closures, and municipal software maintenance.

• $35 million directed state grant for Midtown Economic Development Project
• $3,000,000 for rehabilitation of Salem Garden Apartments
• $150,000 for Liberty East Redevelopment Inc. affordable homeownership lots
• $120,000 in CARES Act funds for family motel vouchers
• Public hearing date of April 1, 2024, for closing portions of Morrison Street and Longview Drive

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning petitions for residential developments and a resolution to regulate pedicab or rickshaw devices. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions regarding city-owned land purchases and sales.

• Ordinance to regulate the use of pedicab/rickshaw devices
• UDO amendment to increase maximum units in RM-5 and building heights in RM-8, RM-12, and RM-18 districts
• Zoning petition for K & W Restaurant, Inc. at Joyce Avenue (approx. 24.51 acres)
• Zoning petition for James W. Powell, Jr. at West Academy Street and Anson Street (approx. 0.99 acres)
• Resolution to purchase property at 635 and 639 Burton Street

Public Works Committee

The committee will review a letter of support for bus and transit facility grants. Other items include an agreement for decorative streetlighting at Fishel Village and a petition to close portions of Morrison Street and Longview Drive.

• Letter of support for FY 2024 Bus and Bus Facilities Competitive Program
• Agreement with Fishel Village Homeowners Association for decorative streetlighting
• Petition to close and abandon portions of Morrison Street and Longview Drive
• Kernersville Road Traffic Study presentation
• Winston-Salem Department of Transportation Capital Projects update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is considering several resolutions regarding city contracts, budget amendments, and property acquisitions. Key items include accepting a large state grant for economic development and authorizing funds for various housing initiatives.

• $35 million directed state grant for the Midtown Economic Development Project
• $3,000,000 for the rehabilitation of Salem Garden Apartments
• $150,000 in funding for Liberty East Redevelopment Inc. for affordable homeownership lots
• Purchase of 635 and 639 Burton Street for permanent supportive and affordable housing
• $120,000 in CARES Act funds for motel vouchers for families experiencing homelessness

General Government Committee

The committee is considering several ordinances for the demolition of structures in the East and West Wards. Members will also review funding for affordable housing, including a $3 million project for Salem Garden Apartments and $150,000 for Liberty East Redevelopment Inc. Additionally, the agenda includes property purchases for supportive housing and updates on homeless initiatives.

• $3,000,000 resolution for the rehabilitation of Salem Garden Apartments
• $150,000 funding for Liberty East Redevelopment Inc. affordable homeownership lots
• Ordinances ordering structure demolitions on Harrington Circle and Lakeview Blvd
• Authorization to purchase 635 and 639 Burton Street for supportive housing
• Conveyance of nine vacant lots in Ridgewood Place to True Homes

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review a proposal regarding the Fourth Police District and an annual review of the Winston-Salem Police Department. Discussion also includes an update on the Fire Department's Behavioral Evaluation and Response (BEAR) Team and ordinance amendments for micromobility devices.

• $375,000 contract for CentralSquare Technologies, LLC software maintenance
• $207,823.16 purchase order for Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. fire equipment
• $124,733 purchase order for Municipal Emergency Services fire equipment
• Fourth Police District proposal update
• Ordinance amendments for micromobility devices in public rights-of-way

City Council

The City Council will review numerous items on the consent agenda, including several large infrastructure and vehicle contracts. Key items include funding for affordable housing development and stormwater management in downtown Winston-Salem.

• $4,796,990.12 construction contract for Salem Parkway Multi-Use Path
• $3,048,750.00 contract for asphaltic concrete from APAC-Atlantic, Inc.
• $240,000 funding for Glabex Consortium to develop eight single-family homes
• $1,338,000.00 contract for ready mixed concrete from Childers Concrete Company
• $3,491,000 health insurance authorization for Transdev North America employees

City Council

The City Council will review a zoning petition for property on the south side of Shallowford Street. The council will also consider a resolution opposing proposed homeowners insurance rate increases. Additionally, several committee appointments will be reviewed.

• Zoning petition for Greentree Real Estate, LLC on Shallowford Street
• Resolution opposing North Carolina Rate Bureau's insurance rate increase proposal
• Renewal of certificates for taxi and carriage companies
• Appointments to the Historic Resources Commission
• Appointments to the Community Sustainability Program Committee

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider resolutions for bridge replacement easements and traffic calming funding. The meeting also includes presentations regarding the B-5950 Bridge Pair Replacement Project and an update on engineering capital projects.

• $142,075 for West First Street Bridge Replacement Project easement acquisitions
• $6,000 for File Street Traffic Calming Plan funding and construction
• Nomination of Nathan M. Revel to the Citizen’s Memorial Wall
• Information on B-5950 Bridge Pair Replacement Project
• Update on Engineering Capital Projects

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several resolutions for city expenditures, including vehicle fleet replacements and construction contracts. The agenda includes funding for affordable homeownership developments and stormwater management in downtown areas.

• Purchase of various trucks and SUVs totaling over $600,000
• Contract for asphaltic concrete with APAC-Atlantic, Inc. for $3,048,750.00
• Right of way easement acquisitions for West First Street Bridge Replacement Project ($142,075)
• Funding for Liberty East Redevelopment Inc. for affordable homeownership ($150,000)
• Construction contract for Salem Parkway Multi-Use Path with Smith-Rowe, LLC ($4,796,990.12)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review an ordinance to amend speed limits on High Point Road. Members will also discuss the Winston-Salem Fire Department’s Community Risk Assessment and receive an update regarding a Fourth Police District proposal.

• Ordinance amending speed limits to 45 and 55 mph on High Point Road
• Resolution adopting the Winston-Salem Fire Department’s Community Risk Assessment: Standards of Cover
• Update regarding the Fourth Police District proposal
• Information on a police department grant application for the Forsyth County DWI Task Force

General Government Committee

The committee will consider ordinance amendments regarding building density and height in residential districts. Members will also review funding for several affordable homeownership projects. Additionally, the committee will receive information on ARPA-funded programs.

• $15,500 property purchase at 0 North Cameron Avenue
• UDO amendments for RM-5, RM-8, RM-12, and RM-18 districts
• $150,000 funding to Liberty East Redevelopment Inc.
• $240,000 funding to Glabex Consortium, LLC
• $924,112 development information for 17 units on Sides Road

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including street repairs and lighting upgrades. The general agenda includes public hearings on a property closure, a large-scale zoning petition, and historic landmark designation.

• $500,000 contract change order for Concrete Streets Replacement Project
• $800,000 Jonestown Road Sidewalk Project agreement
• $238,051 lighting upgrades at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds
• $165,023 in state funds for homelessness prevention services
• Zoning petition for 31.62 acres on Motor Road