Winston-Salem public meetings in 2025

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on a $215,000 sole‑source contract with Peraton‑Remotec to refurbish a bomb robot. It will also accept a Certified Local Government grant for the Distiller’s House roof restoration at Historic Bethabara Park. A major item is the award of a $1,237,733 construction contract to Atlantic Contracting Company, Inc. for the Fairlawn Drive sidewalks project, accompanied by a budget‑ordinance amendment. Additional agenda items include approving recent minutes and accepting an Underrepresented Communities grant for East Winston urban‑renewal documentation.

• Resolution authorizing $215,000 sole‑source contract with Peraton‑Remotec for bomb robot refurbishment
• Resolution accepting CLG grant for Distiller’s House roof restoration at Historic Bethabara Park
• Resolution awarding $1,237,733 contract to Atlantic Contracting Company, Inc. for Fairlawn Drive sidewalks and amending the FY 2025‑2026 budget ordinance
• Approval of Finance Committee minutes from October 14, 2025
• Resolution accepting Underrepresented Communities Grant for East Winston urban‑renewal documentation and Mars Hill Baptist Church National Register update

The committee approved its consent agenda unanimously. It recommended approval of a $215,000 sole‑source contract for a bomb‑robot refurbishment, a grant for the Distiller’s House roof restoration, and a $1,237,733 contract for the Fairlawn Drive sidewalks project, along with an ordinance to amend the FY 2025‑2026 budget; all were referred to the City Council. The committee also recommended approval of an Underrepresented Communities grant and approved the meeting minutes.

• Approved consent agenda (4‑0 vote)
• Recommended approval of $215,000 sole‑source contract for bomb robot refurbishment (referred to City Council)
• Recommended approval of grant for Distiller’s House roof restoration at Historic Bethabara Park (referred to City Council)
• Recommended approval of $1,237,733 contract to Atlantic Contracting Co. for Fairlawn Drive sidewalks (referred to City Council)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending FY 2025‑2026 project budget (referred to City Council)
• Recommended approval of Underrepresented Communities grant for East Winston urban renewal (referred to City Council, motion carried)
• Approved Finance Committee minutes (consent vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review a proposed ordinance to establish civil penalties for oversized vehicle parking. The body is also considering a request for a public hearing to close and abandon a portion of Fenimore Street.

• Ordinance amending Section 42-175 of the City Code to establish civil penalties for oversized vehicle parking
• Request for a February 2, 2026 public hearing on the petition to close and abandon an unopened portion of Fenimore Street
• Memorandum of Understanding for the Winston-Salem Area Transportation Planning Organization
• Update on North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) projects in Forsyth County

The committee unanimously approved the Consent Agenda. It approved a request for a public hearing on the petition to close and abandon an unopened portion of Fenimore Street, referring the matter to the City Council for a February 2, 2026 hearing. The committee also approved a resolution adopting a memorandum of understanding for transportation planning and an ordinance amending civil penalties for parking violations, both referred to the Council for action on January 5, 2026.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved request for public hearing on Fenimore Street closure petition, referred to Council (4-0)
• Approved resolution adopting transportation planning MOU, referred to Council (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amending parking civil penalties and adding oversized vehicle penalty, referred to Council (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider a resolution to approve the Vehicle Management Solutions Program, a contract for fleet management services. The committee will also receive an update on the Winston-Salem Police Department's contract renewal for Axon technology and information on the department's plan to acquire a bloodhound.

• Approval of Vehicle Management Solutions Program contract
• Update on Axon technology contract renewal
• Information on WSPD bloodhound acquisition

The committee approved the consent agenda unanimously. It then approved the recommendation to adopt the Vehicle Management Solutions (VMS) program, with a 4‑0 vote, and referred the resolution to the City Council on January 5, 2026. Updates on the police department's Axon contract renewal and a new bloodhound were presented for information only. The meeting adjourned at 3:39 p.m.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved Vehicle Management Solutions Program recommendation (4-0)

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will consider a request for a public hearing on an ordinance to demolish and remove a structure at 622 East 25th Street, scheduled for January 5, 2026. The committee will also review a resolution to approve the city's 2026 Federal Action Plan and a resolution adopting the 2026 legislative priorities. Additional items include adopting Civil Service Board appeal hearing rules, proposing amendments to Planned Residential Development open space standards, and authorizing changes to the Affordable Housing Development Program.

• Public hearing request for demolition of structure at 622 E. 25th St.
• Resolution approving the 2026 Federal Action Plan for Winston‑Salem
• Resolution adopting the 2026 Legislative Priorities for the state session
• Resolution adopting Civil Service Board appeal hearing rules
• Resolution authorizing modification of the Affordable Housing Development Program

The committee approved the Consent Agenda unanimously. It recommended approval and referred to the City Council four resolutions: the 2026 Federal Action Plan, the 2026 Legislative Priorities, the Civil Service Board appeal hearing rules, and the modification of the Affordable Housing Development Program, each passing 4‑0. The committee also recommended a public hearing on the demolition of a structure at 622 East 25th Street, setting the hearing for January 5 2026. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved resolution for 2026 Federal Action Plan (4-0), referred to City Council Jan 5 2026
• Approved resolution adopting 2026 Legislative Priorities (4-0), referred to City Council Jan 5 2026
• Approved resolution adopting Civil Service Board appeal hearing rules (4-0), referred to City Council Jan 5 2026
• Approved resolution authorizing modification of Affordable Housing Development Program (4-0), referred to City Council Jan 5 2026
• Recommended public hearing on demolition at 622 East 25th Street, hearing set for Jan 5 2026

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on an annexation agreement with the Village of Clemmons and several zoning petitions. The body is also deciding on a new City Parks Code of Conduct and various infrastructure contracts.

• Proposed annexation agreement between the Village of Clemmons and the City of Winston-Salem
• Contract for facility condition assessment with ALPHA Facilities Solutions, LLC for $649,854
• Purchase order for concrete pipe from Foley Products Company, LLC for $543,994.10
• Acceptance of a $175,000 U.S. Department of Justice grant for community policing
• Zoning petitions for properties at South Stratford Road, East Fourteenth Street/Dellabrook Road, North Glenn Avenue/Hanes Avenue, and US 52/Arnold Avenue

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $175,000 DOJ grant and a Vision Zero Community resolution. It also passed an ordinance amending Chapter 38 of the City Code and approved the annexation agreement with the Village of Clemmons. Several zoning petitions (W-3666, W-3669, W-3670, W-3671) were approved, and the Civil Service Board appeal hearing rules were continued to Jan. 12, 2026. The council authorized easement acquisition for the Barbara Jane Sidewalk Project.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Approved $175,000 DOJ Community Policing grant (consent)
• Approved Vision Zero Community resolution (consent)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 38 City Code (7-0)
• Approved annexation agreement with Village of Clemmons (7-0)
• Approved zoning petitions W-3666, W-3669, W-3670, W-3671 (7-0 each)
• Continued Civil Service Board Appeal Hearing Rules to Jan 12, 2026 (6-1)
• Authorized acquisition of easements for Barbara Jane Sidewalk Project (unanimous)

City Council

The Winston‑Salem City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including a resolution honoring police academy graduates. Major agenda items include authorizing up to $20,500,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Residences at Indiana Avenue, extending the Forsyth DRIVE program agreement, and amending the city’s annual appropriation and tax levy ordinances for FY 2025‑2026. The council will also vote on the conditional sale of a city lot for 46 townhomes and hold public hearings on a voluntary annexation of about 12.85 acres at Brookberry Farm Phase 13, along with multiple zoning petitions.

• Approve issuance of up to $20,500,000 multifamily housing revenue bonds for Residences at Indiana Avenue (C‑1)
• Authorize extension of the Forsyth DRIVE Program Agreement (C‑2)
• Amend the Annual Appropriation and Tax Levy Ordinances for FY 2025‑2026 (C‑3)
• Conditional sale of one city‑owned lot for development of 46 townhomes to Prosperity Alliance, Inc. (G‑1)
• Public hearing on voluntary annexation of ~12.85 acres at Brookberry Farm Phase 13 (G‑2)

The City Council unanimously approved an honorary resolution for the 2025 Police Academy graduates and a consent agenda that included a $20.5 million multifamily housing bond issuance. It also approved the conditional sale of a city lot for 46 townhomes, a voluntary annexation of about 12.85 acres, and several zoning petitions covering more than 30 acres. A closed‑session motion to discuss real‑property acquisition contracts was also approved.

• Approved Honorary Resolution for 2025 Police Academy graduates (8‑0)
• Approved issuance of up to $20,500,000 multifamily housing revenue bonds (C‑1) (8‑0)
• Approved extension of the Forsyth DRIVE Program Agreement (C‑2) (8‑0)
• Approved conditional sale of one city‑owned lot for 46 townhomes (G‑1) (8‑0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of ~12.85 acres south of Brookberry Farm (G‑2) (8‑0)
• Approved zoning petition W‑3662 for 12.85 acres (G‑3) (8‑0)
• Approved zoning petition W‑3663 for 7.37 acres (G‑4) (8‑0)
• Approved closed‑session to discuss real‑property acquisition contract (8‑0)

Special Meeting of the City Council

The City Council will consider the 2026 City Council Meeting Calendar and adopt Civil Service Board Appeal Hearing Rules. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM.

• Consideration of 2026 City Council Meeting Calendar
• Adoption of Civil Service Board Appeal Hearing Rules
• Public Hearing scheduled for December 1, 2025

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee of the Whole will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including extensions of public‑safety programs, acceptance of a $175,000 DOJ grant, and updates to travel and zoning policies. Major items include a $543,994.10 purchase order for concrete pipe, a $649,854 contract for a facility condition assessment, and the issuance of up to $20,500,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Residences at Indiana Avenue. The agenda also covers budget ordinance amendments, a proposed annexation with the Village of Clemmons, and several community‑focused initiatives such as Vision Zero and park code revisions.

• Resolution approving up to $20,500,000 multifamily housing revenue bonds for the Residences at Indiana Avenue (C-9)
• Resolution awarding a $543,994.10 purchase order for concrete pipe to Foley Products Company, LLC (C-7)
• Resolution authorizing a $649,854 contract with ALPHA Facilities Solutions, LLC for a facility condition assessment (C-8)
• Resolution accepting a $175,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for Community Policing Development (C-2)
• Resolution authorizing acquisition of easements for the Barbara Jane Sidewalk Project (C-6)

The Committee of the Whole approved a $20.5 million multifamily housing revenue bond package unanimously. It also approved the replacement of the Fourth Street Bridge, a downtown streetlight procurement agreement, and a Vision Zero community resolution, each with an 8‑0 vote. Additional ordinances and resolutions on housing commitment, code amendments, and easement acquisition were approved by consent vote.

• Approved $20.5M multifamily housing revenue bonds (unanimous)
• Approved replacement of Fourth Street Bridge over US‑52 (8‑0)
• Approved downtown streetlight procurement agreement (8‑0)
• Approved Vision Zero community resolution (8‑0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 38 city code (8‑0)
• Approved resolution affirming housing availability commitment (8‑0)
• Approved acquisition of easements for Barbara Jane Sidewalk Project (consent vote)
• Approved $543,994.10 purchase order for concrete pipe (consent vote)

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee of the Whole of the City Council is meeting for a scheduled tour of the Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA) facility.

• Winston-Salem Transit Authority Facility Tour (Item 25-0436)

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will consider renewing a public safety contract, purchasing paratransit vehicles, and awarding a park trail construction contract. The agenda also includes a public hearing on an alleyway closure and multiple resolutions authorizing the sale of city-owned lots for affordable housing developments.

• Purchase of 11 paratransit vehicles for $1,234,423.72
• Awarding construction contract for Helen Nichols Park Walking Trail up to $992,000
• Public hearing on closing portion of an alleyway off Polo Road
• Resolution authorizing sale of 12 city-owned lots for 15 affordable homes
• Resolution authorizing sale of 1 city-owned lot for 33 affordable townhomes

The council unanimously approved four consent‑agenda contracts totaling about $2.9 million, including a LexisNexis renewal and purchases of paratransit vehicles, hybrid trucks, and a park trail contract. It also approved a petition to close a 10‑foot alley off Polo Road (8‑0) and several affordable‑housing land sales, while denying a proposed sale for 84 units and sending it back for later consideration. All other items were adopted without opposition.

• Approved LexisNexis contract renewal $49,560 (unanimous consent)
• Approved purchase of 11 paratransit vehicles $1,234,423.72 (unanimous consent)
• Approved purchase of 29 Ford Maverick hybrid trucks $866,404 (unanimous consent)
• Approved Helen Nichols Park Walking Trail contract up to $992,000 (unanimous consent)
• Approved petition to close a 10‑foot alley off Polo Road (8‑0)
• Denied sale of lot for 84 affordable units; motion to deny passed unanimously
• Approved sale of 8 city lots for 8 affordable homes (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 12 city lots and $525,000 gap financing for 15 affordable homes (7‑1)

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will consider consent agenda items including a $3.5 million purchase of 83 police vehicles and a federal funding application for lead service line replacement. The council will also hold public hearings on several zoning petitions and annexation requests, including four property rezoning cases and two voluntary annexations.

• Purchase of 83 Ford Interceptor PPVs for $3,547,649.05 from Deacon Jones Ford
• Application for federal funding for the Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Public hearing on voluntary annexation of 12.853 acres at Brookberry Farm Phase 13
• Public hearings on four zoning petitions: W-3657 (East Fourth Street), W-3658 (University Parkway), W-3659 (Sides Road), W-3660 (West Twenty-Fifth Street)
• Annual report of the Downtown Winston-Salem Business Improvement District

The council approved a $3,547,649.05 purchase of 83 new Ford Interceptor police vehicles. It also approved two voluntary annexations covering 12.853 acres at Brookberry Farm and 30.46 acres at Wallburg Road. Additional actions included federal funding for lead service line replacement, reappointments to the Tourism Development Authority, a revision to a Velocity Truck Center resolution, a new WSTA facility tour on the November agenda, and several zoning petitions.

• Approved purchase of 83 2026 Ford Interceptor police vehicles ($3,547,649.05) (8‑0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 12.853 acres at Brookberry Farm, Phase 13 (8‑0)
• Approved federal funding application for Lead Service Line Replacement Program (8‑0)
• Approved reappointments to Tourism Development Authority (Elizabeth Dampier, Dana Bryson) (8‑0)
• Approved revision to Resolution No. 25‑0332 for Velocity Truck Center (8‑0)
• Approved addition of WSTA Facility Tour to November 2025 meeting schedule (8‑0)
• Approved zoning petition W‑3657 (RS7‑MLKO to RSQ‑MLKO) at East Fourth St & N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr (8‑0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 30.46 acres at Wallburg Rd, Hayes Dr, Union Cross Rd (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will vote on a request to set a public hearing for the voluntary annexation of roughly 12.85 acres south of Brookberry Farm Circle. The consent agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes. Under general business, the committee will consider resolutions to seek federal funding for the Lead Service Line Replacement Program and to authorize purchase of 11 paratransit vehicles for $1,234,423.72.

• Request for public hearing on voluntary annexation of 12.853 acres for Brookberry Farm, Phase 13
• Resolution to apply for federal funding for Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 11 paratransit vehicles for WSTA at $1,234,423.72
• Approval of September 9, 2025 Public Works Committee minutes

The Public Works Committee approved the voluntary annexation of about 12.85 acres at Brookberry Farm. It also approved a resolution to apply for federal funding for the Lead Service Line Replacement Program unanimously. Finally, the committee approved the purchase of eleven paratransit vehicles for $1,234,423.72 with all four members voting aye.

• Approved voluntary annexation of ~12.85 acres (Brookberry Farm, Phase 13) by consent vote
• Approved federal funding application for Lead Service Line Replacement Program (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 11 paratransit vehicles for $1,234,423.72 (4-0 vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider resolutions to purchase 29 hybrid pickup trucks and 83 police interceptors for a total of $4,414,053.05, as well as an ordinance amending the 2025-2026 budget and a contract for a park walking trail.

• Purchase of 29 hybrid pickup trucks for $866,404
• Purchase of 83 police interceptors for $3,547,649.05
• Awarding construction contract for Helen Nichols Park Walking Trail up to $992,000
• Amending the 2025-2026 project budget ordinance
• Report on funding status of police pension plans

The committee approved the consent agenda, including an ordinance amending the Project Budget Ordinance. It also approved resolutions to purchase 29 Ford Maverick hybrid trucks, 83 Ford Interceptor PPVs, and to award a construction contract for the Helen Nichols Park walking trail. All three resolutions were recommended for approval and forwarded to the City Council.

• Approved ordinance amending the Project Budget Ordinance (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 29 2026 Ford Maverick Compact Hybrid Pickup Trucks – $866,404 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 83 2026 Ford Interceptor PPVs – $3,547,649.05 (3-0)
• Approved construction contract for Helen Nichols Park Walking Trail – up to $992,000 (3-0)
• Approved Finance Committee Summary of Minutes (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss amendments to city park rules and miscellaneous offense ordinances. Members will also review a contract renewal for police reporting software and receive an overview of ordinances enforced in downtown Winston-Salem.

• Contract renewal with LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions, Inc. for $49,560
• Ordinance amending Chapter 38 of the City Code regarding miscellaneous offenses and city park rules
• Overview of city ordinances enforced by police in downtown Winston-Salem

The committee approved the consent agenda unanimously. It approved a resolution to renew the contract with LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions, Inc. and add the BuyCrash reporting solution for $49,560, and referred the matter to the full City Council. The ordinance amendment to Chapter 38 was tabled until the November 10 COTW meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved contract renewal with LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions, Inc. and addition of BuyCrash reporting solution ($49,560) (4-0), referred to City Council
• Tabled ordinance amendment to Chapter 38 of the City Code until Nov 10 COTW meeting (4-0)

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will receive presentations on the Oak City Cares multi-service center in Raleigh and an update on homeless initiatives. The primary business is consideration of seven resolutions authorizing the sale or conveyance of city-owned lots for affordable housing development, including multiple proposals with gap financing.

• Resolution to convey one lot for 42-unit single-family affordable rental housing (Vecino Group, East Ward)
• Resolution to sell 12 lots and provide $525,000 gap financing for 15 single-family affordable homes (Moravian Church, multiple wards)
• Resolution to convey one lot with structure and $35,000 for rehabilitation of one affordable home (Whole Man Ministries, East Ward)
• Resolution to sell eight city-owned lots for eight single-family affordable homes (Prosperity Alliance, East Ward)
• Presentation on Oak City Cares Multi-Service Center in Raleigh (informational)

The General Government Committee approved the consent agenda and the meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It then voted unanimously to recommend approval of seven resolutions authorizing the conveyance or sale of city‑owned lots for affordable housing projects, including associated gap‑financing amounts.

• Consent agenda approved unanimously (4‑0)
• Meeting minutes approved by consent vote (unanimous)
• Committee recommends approval of seven affordable‑housing resolutions (unanimous)

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will consider a $2 million contribution to establish an affordable housing trust fund and approve several budget amendments for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting also includes resolutions for new refuse trucks, guardrail installation, and a lease renewal at 226 South Liberty Street.

• Resolution authorizing $2M contribution to Winston-Salem Foundation for affordable housing trust fund
• Ordinance amending annual appropriation and tax levy for FY 2025-2026
• Resolution awarding contracts for new refuse trucks: $534,673 to Carolina Environmental Systems and $852,046.76 to Velocity Truck Center
• Resolution authorizing guardrail purchase and installation contract for $80,000
• Resolution authorizing lease renewal with State of NC at 226 South Liberty Street

The City Council unanimously approved the $70 million water and sewer revenue bond order, a $2 million contribution to an affordable‑housing trust fund, and a $2 daily fare cap for transit riders. It also adopted a personnel compensation amendment, renewed a lease at 226 South Liberty Street, and approved major procurement contracts for refuse trucks. A public hearing approved the closure of an unused right‑of‑way north of Carnation Drive, and the overall consent agenda was adopted unanimously.

• Approved $70 million water and sewer revenue bond order (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved $2 million contribution to Winston‑Salem Foundation affordable‑housing trust fund (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved $2 daily fare cap for WSTA riders (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved amendment to personnel compensation policy (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved lease renewal for 226 South Liberty Street property (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved purchase order for automated side‑loading refuse trucks – Velocity Truck Center – $852,046.76 (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved purchase order for rear‑loading refuse trucks – Carolina Environmental Systems – $534,673 (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved public hearing to close and abandon unused right‑of‑way north of Carnation Drive (unanimous 8‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions for the voluntary annexation of approximately 14.734 acres east of Maple Chase Lane (Brookberry Farm Phase 12) and a concurrent zoning change for the same parcel. Other public hearings include annexations and zoning for Union Cross Subdivision, a site plan amendment for a drive-through restaurant on Fairlawn Drive, bond issuances for water/sewer and solid waste projects, and economic development assistance for Project Touchdown. Consent items include an annexation at Wallburg Road and bond resolutions.

• Voluntary annexation of 30.46 acres at Wallburg Road, Hayes Drive, and Union Cross Road (C-1)
• Water and sewer revenue bonds, Series 2025, and solid waste limited obligation bonds (C-2, C-3)
• Public hearing and zoning change for Brookberry Farm Phase 12 at Chanterelle Court (G-1, G-3)
• Public hearing and zoning change for Union Cross Subdivision at Union Cross Road and Thomasville Road (G-2, G-4)
• Site plan amendment for a drive-through restaurant at Fairlawn Drive (G-5)

The Winston‑Salem City Council approved its Consent Agenda and several key resolutions. It authorized new water and sewer revenue bonds, amended a municipal lease, and approved two voluntary annexations and two zoning petitions. All motions passed with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution C‑2 for Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution C‑3 amending the lease with the North Carolina Municipal Leasing Corporation (8‑0)
• Approved annexation of 14.734 acres (Brookberry Farm, Phase 12) (8‑0)
• Approved annexation of 13.6 acres (Union Cross Subdivision) (8‑0)
• Approved zoning petition W‑3653 converting County MU‑S to City MU‑S (8‑0)
• Approved zoning petition W‑3654 converting County RS‑9 to City RS‑9 (8‑0)
• Approved issuance of bonds for PRG – The Grounds, LLC and Wake Forest University (8‑0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss a resolution to modernize the Winston-Salem Transit Authority’s fare policy by establishing a fare cap. Other consent agenda items include requests for public hearings on annexation of 30.46 acres at Wallburg Road and closing a portion of an alley off Polo Road, as well as several federal transit grant awards. General agenda items include a change order for street resurfacing, a request from Lewisville to reinstate an annexation agreement, and updates on stormwater infrastructure and microtransit.

• Voluntary annexation of 30.46 acres at Wallburg Road, Hayes Drive, and Union Cross Road (4015 Wallburg Road - Front Street - Wallburg, LLC)
• Petition to close a portion of a 10-foot alleyway off Polo Road (Juventus Investments, LLC)
• Resolution establishing a fare cap for the Winston-Salem Transit Authority
• Supplemental agreement with American Lighting and Signalization for a traffic signal at Meadowlark Drive and Meadowlark Knoll Crossing
• Change order to the street resurfacing contract with APAC-Atlantic, Inc., Thompson-Arthur Division

The committee approved its consent agenda, which included a voluntary annexation of 30.46 acres and a public hearing request for an alleyway closure. It also adopted resolutions to modernize the transit fare policy and to authorize a traffic signal at Meadowlark Drive. A change order to the street resurfacing contract with APAC‑Atlantic was approved by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda items, including voluntary annexation of 30.46 acres (C-1) – forwarded to City Council
• Approved public hearing request to close a 10‑foot alley off Polo Road (C-2) – forwarded to City Council
• Approved FY 2025 Section 5310 grant awards resolution for seniors and disabled (C-5) – forwarded to City Council
• Approved FY 2025 Section 5307 grant awards resolution (C-6) – forwarded to City Council
• Approved resolution modernizing Winston‑Salem Transit Authority fare policy with daily rate cap (C-3) – unanimous vote
• Approved supplemental agreement for traffic signal at Meadowlark Drive and Meadowlark Knoll Crossing (C-4) – unanimous vote
• Approved change order to street resurfacing contract with APAC‑Atlantic, Inc. (G-1) – vote 4‑0
• Approved Public Works Summary of Minutes, August 12, 2025 (C-7) – consent vote

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider budget and project budget ordinances for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The body is also reviewing several purchase orders for refuse trucks and guardrail installation, as well as bond issuances for water, sewer, and solid waste systems.

• Purchase of automated side-loading refuse trucks from Velocity Truck Center for $852,046.76
• Purchase of rear-loading refuse trucks from Carolina Environmental Systems for $534,673
• Guardrail purchase and installation contract with Nickelston Industries, Inc. for $80,000
• Economic development assistance for Project Touchdown
• Lease renewal with the State of North Carolina for 226 South Liberty Street

The committee approved its consent agenda, including purchase orders for refuse trucks and a guardrail contract. It also approved the FY 2025‑2026 budget ordinances, economic‑development assistance for Project Touchdown, a lease renewal for 226 South Liberty Street, and several bond and financing resolutions. All motions passed unanimously or by consent and were forwarded to City Council for final action.

• Consent agenda items approved by consent (refuse trucks $534,673 and $852,046.76; guardrail $80,000; FY 2025‑2026 budget ordinances)
• Approved economic‑development assistance for Project Touchdown (4‑0 vote)
• Approved lease renewal with State of North Carolina for 226 South Liberty Street (4‑0 vote)
• Approved issuance of bonds for PRG‑The Grounds and Wake Forest University (unanimous)
• Approved application for City’s Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to installment purchase contract with NC Municipal Leasing Corp (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will approve the minutes from its August 11, 2025 meeting. It will consider an ordinance amending Section 42-97 of the City Code to establish weight limitations on through traffic in the Southwest Ward, specifically Jonestown Road. The committee will also receive informational updates on an officer award finalist, a police department grant, the Wellness Advocate program, a police vehicle color‑scheme change, and the city’s ISO rating report.

• Approve Summary of Minutes, August 11, 2025 (Agenda item C-1)
• Ordinance Amending Section 42-97 to set weight limits on through traffic (Jonestown Road) – G-1
• Information on Officer Luke Alderman as finalist for 2024 IACP Officer of the Year – G-2
• Information on NC Association of Chiefs of Police grant for police performance and wellness – G-3
• Update on transition to black‑and‑white color scheme for police patrol vehicles – G-5

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved its consent agenda. It also approved the recommendation to amend Section 42-97 of the City Code to set weight limits on certain streets and forwarded the ordinance to the City Council. The remaining agenda items were informational updates with no votes taken.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4‑0)
• Approved recommendation for weight‑limit ordinance, forwarded to City Council (4‑0)

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will discuss a $2 million contribution to the Winston-Salem Foundation for a housing trust fund. The body is also reviewing the sale of a city-owned parcel to Triad Cultural Arts, Inc. and updates to personnel pay grade language.

• Resolution authorizing a $2 million contribution to the Winston-Salem Foundation for an Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Sale of city-owned parcel (PIN 6835-61-0966) to Triad Cultural Arts, Inc. for the Shotgun House Legacy Site
• Amendment to Article II of the City of Winston-Salem Personnel Resolution regarding competitive market range and pay grade adjustments

The General Government Committee approved the consent agenda and the August 11, 2025 committee minutes. It voted to remove a city‑owned parcel (PIN 6835‑61‑0966) and sell it to Triad Cultural Arts, Inc. The committee also approved an amendment to the city personnel resolution and authorized a $2 million contribution to the Winston‑Salem Foundation for an affordable‑housing trust fund. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (4‑0)
• Approved August 11, 2025 committee minutes (4‑0)
• Approved removal of city‑owned parcel PIN 6835‑61‑0966 and sale to Triad Cultural Arts, Inc. (4‑0)
• Approved amendment to Article II of the Personnel Resolution (4‑0)
• Approved $2 million contribution to Winston‑Salem Foundation affordable‑housing trust fund (4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a $4 million economic development grant to Carter/Front Street Capital for public infrastructure improvements at The Grounds. The consent agenda includes approvals for a DWI task force grant, a homeless assistance grant, a downtown amphitheater park land lease, and a settlement agreement in a lawsuit. Several contract awards for fire trucks, refuse trucks, and a culvert replacement are also on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on $4 million economic development grant for The Grounds infrastructure
• Public hearing on leasing park land for a new downtown amphitheater
• Settlement agreement in Thompson v. City of Winston-Salem lawsuit
• Purchase orders for pumper trucks and a rescue vehicle totaling $4,229,989.30
• Additional funding for Phase Two and Three of the Choice Neighborhood Initiative

The City Council approved the demolition of a structure at 1814 East 18th Street after a 5‑3 vote, rejecting a proposal to delay the action. The council also unanimously adopted the Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved additional funding for Phase Two and Three of the Choice Neighborhood Initiative. All items on the consent agenda, including several grant acceptances, purchase orders and budget ordinances, were approved by consent vote.

• Approved demolition of 1814 East 18th St structure (5‑3)
• Adopted Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous 8‑0)
• Authorized additional funding for Phase Two and Three of Choice Neighborhood Initiative (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved grant acceptance for Forsyth County Driving While Impaired Task Force (consent vote)
• Approved $2,336,536 purchase order for Atlantic Emergency Solutions fire trucks (consent vote)
• Approved $1,483,804 purchase order for automated leaf collection trucks (consent vote)
• Approved $787,662 grant for stream restoration for the Grounds Project (consent vote)
• Approved Ordinance amending the Annual Appropriation and Tax Levy Ordinance for FY 2025‑2026 (consent vote)

City Council

The City Council voted 8‑0 to adopt an ordinance permitting state or federal wildlife officers to discharge rifles for deer and turkey control at Smith Reynolds Airport until August 19, 2026. It also approved four zoning petitions, denied one petition, authorized a $512,356 construction contract, set a public hearing for a Brookberry Farm annexation, and confirmed two appointments to the Citizens' Police Review Board.

• Approved ordinance allowing wildlife officers to discharge rifles at Smith Reynolds Airport (8-0)
• Denied zoning petition W-3649 for Mosley property (8-0)
• Approved zoning petition W-3647 for Wright property (8-0)
• Approved zoning petition W-3648 for Garcia et al. property (8-0)
• Approved zoning petition W-3650 for Hinsdale/Goins property (8-0)
• Approved construction contract for Gemeinhaus and Distiller’s House repairs $512,356 (8-0)
• Approved public hearing for Brookberry Farm annexation (14.734 acres) on Sep 15, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved appointments to Citizens' Police Review Board: Alvin T. Armstead and Ana D. Ortiz‑Ortiz (8-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider requests for public hearings on two voluntary annexations: Union Cross Subdivision (13.6 acres at Union Cross/Thomasville) and Brookberry Farm Phase 12 (14.734 acres east of Maple Chase Lane). The committee also will vote on a change order for the Meadowlark Drive widening project, a resolution to close Doris Street for a rail crossing project, and the purchase of new diesel buses for the transit authority. A regional fare agreement and a request from Clemmons to reinstate an annexation agreement are also on the agenda.

• Request for public hearing on Union Cross Subdivision annexation (13.6 acres)
• Request for public hearing on Brookberry Farm Phase 12 annexation (14.734 acres)
• Resolution to close Doris Street at Old Walkertown Road for rail crossing project
• Contract change order with Smith-Rowe for Meadowlark Drive widening project
• Resolution to purchase Gillig 29-foot clean diesel buses for Winston-Salem Transit Authority

The Public Works Committee approved its consent agenda unanimously. It recommended approval and forwarded several annexation and transit‑funding resolutions to the City Council. The committee also approved a resolution to close Doris Street at Old Walkertown Road and authorized a regional fare agreement among four cities. A proposal to purchase Gillig diesel buses was forwarded to the full council without recommendation.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4 aye votes)
• Recommended approval of Union Cross Subdivision annexation (13.6 acres) – forwarded to City Council
• Recommended approval of Brookberry Farm annexation (14.734 acres) – forwarded to City Council
• Recommended approval of FTA Section 5307 funding for Davidson County – forwarded to City Council
• Recommended approval of FTA Section 5307 funding for Piedmont Authority – forwarded to City Council
• Approved closure of Doris Street at Old Walkertown Road (motion carried)
• Approved regional fare agreement between Winston‑Salem, High Point, Greensboro and Burlington (4 aye votes)
• Forwarded Gillig 29‑foot bus purchase proposal to City Council without recommendation (motion carried)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on several purchase orders for fire trucks, rescue vehicles, leaf‑collection trucks, and emergency shelters, as well as construction contracts for a culvert replacement and historic building repairs. It will also consider a $4 million economic development assistance grant to Carter/Front Street Capital for public infrastructure improvements at The Grounds. Additional items include a resolution to accept a $787,662 stream‑restoration grant and a resolution authorizing an easement for a civil‑rights trail marker. The committee will review budget amendment ordinances for fiscal year 2025‑2026.

• Resolution awarding purchase orders for fire trucks and rescue vehicle – Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. ($2,336,536) and First Choice Fire and Safety ($1,893,453.30)
• Resolution awarding purchase order for sole‑source emergency shelters – DLX Enterprises, LLC ($74,992.26)
• Resolution awarding construction contract for Leinbach Drive culvert replacement – Mountaineer Contractors, Inc. ($848,189.75)
• Resolution awarding construction contract for Gemeinhaus and Distiller’s House repairs – Midwest Maintenance, Inc. ($512,356)
• Resolution authorizing $4 million economic development assistance to Carter/Front Street Capital for public infrastructure at The Grounds

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider a resolution to accept a Driving While Impaired (DWI) grant and related agreements with Forsyth County and Kernersville. It will review an ordinance amendment that permits state or federal wildlife officers to discharge rifles for deer and wild turkey control within Smith Reynolds Airport boundaries until August 19, 2028. The committee will also consider adopting the Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. A presentation on emergency management will be provided.

• Resolution 25-0280: Authorize acceptance of DWI Task Force grant with Forsyth County and Kernersville
• Ordinance 25-0317: Amend city code to allow wildlife officers to discharge rifles at Smith Reynolds Airport until Aug 19, 2028
• Resolution 25-0306: Adopt the Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Presentation 25-0319: Emergency Management briefing

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved a resolution to accept a grant for the Forsyth County DWI Task Force. It approved an amendment to extend the wildlife control provision at Smith Reynolds Airport until August 19, 2026 by a 3‑1 vote. The committee also unanimously adopted the Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Approved grant acceptance for Forsyth County DWI Task Force (unanimous)
• Approved amendment extending wildlife control provision at Smith Reynolds Airport until Aug 19, 2026 (3-1)
• Adopted Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will discuss and potentially vote on a resolution to lease park land for a new downtown amphitheater. Other major items include additional funding for the Choice Neighborhood Initiative phases 2 and 3, and a presentation on the WS/FC Housing Loan Fund. The consent agenda covers a homeless assistance grant application and a demolition order for 1814 E. 18th Street.

• Resolution to lease park land for a new downtown amphitheater (G-1)
• Additional funding for Choice Neighborhood Initiative phases 2 and 3 (G-4)
• Presentation and updates on the WS/FC Housing Loan Fund (G-2)
• Demolition order for structure at 1814 E. 18th Street, public hearing set for September 2 (C-2)
• Resolution authorizing assumption and subordination of a $200,000 loan by Goler Manor II, LLC (G-5)

The General Government Committee approved its consent agenda and forwarded several resolutions to City Council. It rejected a motion to forward a lease of city park land for a new downtown amphitheater without recommendation, with a 2‑2 vote. The committee also approved naming the Salem Lake Pier after Brian K. Hutchins, authorized additional funding for Phase 2 and 3 of the Choice Neighborhood Initiative, and approved a $200,000 loan assumption, each passing unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved Continuum of Care Homeless Assistance Grant resolution (vote not recorded)
• Rejected forwarding lease of park land for downtown amphitheater (2-2)
• Approved naming Salem Lake Pier after Brian K. Hutchins (4-0)
• Approved additional funding for Phase 2 & 3 of Choice Neighborhood Initiative (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 loan assumption by Goler Manor II, LLC (4-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to demolish three structures in the Northeast Ward. They will also vote on conveying a city-owned home at 3882 Draper Street to support affordable housing, and adopt an extreme weather fare policy for the Winston-Salem Transit Authority. Additionally, the council will consider personnel resolution amendments and appoint a Civil Service Board chair.

• Public hearings for demolition of structures at 1405 E. 22nd St, 1515 E. 21st St, and 1526 E. 25th St (Northeast Ward)
• Resolution authorizing conveyance of 3882 Draper Street home for affordable housing
• Extreme Weather and Special Events Fare Policy changes for WSTA
• Amendments to the Personnel Resolution to standardize accrual rates for city employees
• Request to set public hearing for closure of unnamed right-of-way north of Carnation Drive

The council approved several actions, most notably the conveyance of 3882 Draper Street home to support affordable housing objectives. It also adopted extreme‑weather fare policy changes, amended employee accrual rates, appointed the Civil Service Board chair, and approved demolition ordinances for three structures. An honorary resolution for Mrs. Dorothy Baker Jordan was also adopted. All votes were recorded as listed.

• Approved conveyance of 3882 Draper Street home for affordable housing (8-0)
• Approved extreme weather and special events fare policy changes (8-0)
• Approved amendment to personnel accrual rates effective Jan 1 2026 (5-3)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Miller as chair of the Civil Service Board (8-0)
• Approved demolition ordinance for 1405 E. 22nd Street (8-0)
• Approved demolition ordinance for 1515 E. 21st Street (8-0)
• Approved demolition ordinance for 1526 E. 25th Street (8-0)
• Approved honorary resolution honoring Mrs. Dorothy Baker Jordan (8-0)

City Council

The Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, including the annual appropriation and tax levy ordinance (Item G-1) and related ordinances. Other notable items include approving traffic calming projects in Southeast and East wards, awarding a contract for a new human resources information system, purchasing two hoist loader trucks for $522,760.08, and buying boiler/machinery insurance for $2,653,352.

• Adoption of FY2025-2026 budget with annual appropriation and tax levy ordinance
• Approval of 2025 Traffic Calming Projects on Devonshire, Pitts Street, Aaron Place, and Pleasant Street
• Contract with UKG Inc. for a new Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Purchase of two hoist loader trucks from Amick Equipment Company for $522,760.08
• Purchase of boiler/machinery insurance from Traveler’s Insurance for $2,653,352

The council approved the City of Winston‑Salem budget for fiscal year 2025‑26, including the annual appropriation and tax levy ordinances (7‑1). It also adopted the capital plan for FY 2025‑26 through 2030‑31 (8‑0). Additional actions included approval of traffic‑calming projects, procurement contracts for HRIS and two hoist‑loader trucks, a $2.65 M insurance purchase, appointments to several commissions, and a resolution honoring Kevin Cheshire.

• Approved FY 2025‑26 budget (Annual Appropriation and Tax Levy Ordinance) – 7 aye, 1 nay
• Approved Capital Plan for FY 2025‑26 through 2030‑31 – 8 aye
• Approved 2025 Traffic Calming Projects (Consent Vote)
• Approved contract with UKG Inc. for new HRIS (Consent Vote)
• Approved purchase order for two hoist‑loader trucks – $522,760.08 (Consent Vote)
• Approved purchase of property/boiler insurance – $2,653,352 (Consent Vote)
• Approved appointments to Affordable Housing Coalition (Consent Vote)
• Approved resolution honoring Kevin Cheshire for service to the Housing Authority (8 aye)

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and tax rate. The body is also considering several property demolitions, traffic calming projects, and various city contracts.

• Consideration of Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget and Recommended Tax Rate
• Purchase of two hoist loader trucks from Amick Equipment Company, Inc. for $522,760.08
• Boiler/Machinery insurance from Traveler’s Insurance Company for $2,653,352
• Demolition ordinances for 1405 E. 22nd St, 1508 E. 22nd St, 1515 E. 22nd St, and 1526 E. 25th St
• 2025 Traffic Calming Projects for E Devonshire, Pitts Street, Aaron Place, and Pleasant Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. They will also consider a consent agenda including contracts for greenway repairs and stormwater rehabilitation, an ordinance allowing police to operate golf carts on public streets, and a resolution to elect 2025 inductees for the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame. Additional public hearings are scheduled for demolition assessment roll confirmation and a lease amendment for capital financing.

• Award $827,597 contract for Muddy Creek Greenway repairs (C-1)
• Award $1,649,285 contract for Innovation Quarter stormwater facility rehabilitation (C-2)
• Authorize contract with CIGNA for administration of city's self-funded health and dental insurance plan (C-3)
• Ordinance to allow Winston-Salem Police Department personnel to operate golf carts on public streets (C-7)
• Public hearing on proposed FY2025-2026 city budget (G-4)

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for the Muddy Creek Greenway ($827,597.62) and Innovation Quarter stormwater facility ($1,649,285), a CIGNA health‑plan contract, and several ordinance amendments. It also approved the FY 2025‑26 budget, a housing program for FY 2026, and a resolution allowing police to operate golf carts. All votes were 8‑0 or unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda (8‑0)
• Approved Muddy Creek Greenway repair contract $827,597.62 (8‑0)
• Approved Innovation Quarter stormwater contract $1,649,285 (8‑0)
• Approved ordinance permitting police golf carts on streets (8‑0)
• Adopted FY 2026 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Program (8‑0)
• Approved ordinance amending City Council article (8‑0)
• Approved FY 2025‑26 city budget after public hearing (8‑0)
• Approved amendment to installment purchase contract with NC Municipal Leasing Corp (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole of the City Council Budget Workshop

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the proposed FY 2025-26 budget and recommended tax rate. The body is also previewing items for the June 16 meeting, including a long-term capital plan and tax collection orders.

• Consideration of Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget and Recommended Tax Rate
• Capital Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 through 2030-2031
• Order to collect current taxes for 2025 and delinquent taxes from 2015-2024
• Expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Proposed ordinance and resolution amending user fees and violations

The Committee of the Whole held a budget workshop, presented FY 2025‑26 budget information, and previewed items for the June 16 council meeting. No formal approvals or votes on the budget or tax rate were recorded. A motion to adjourn was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Adams, seconded by Council Member Joiner, and carried unanimously.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Committee of the Whole of the City Council Budget Workshop

The Committee of the Whole is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2025-2026 capital budget and six-year capital improvement plan, discuss community agency funding, and address other topics. This is a working session ahead of a public hearing on June 2 and budget adoption on June 16.

• Overview of Proposed FY 2025-2026 Capital Budget and Six Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Presentation and Review of Community Agency Funding
• Other Topics for Discussion

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the proposed FY 2025-2026 capital budget, the six‑year capital improvement plan, and community agency funding. Director Scott Tesh answered council members' questions on each topic. The council set dates for the next Committee meeting, a public hearing, and the budget adoption. No substantive actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Committee of the Whole of the City Council Budget Workshop

The Committee of the Whole of the City Council holds a budget workshop to review the proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. The agenda includes an overview presentation and discussion of other topics. A public hearing is set for June 2, with budget adoption scheduled for June 16.

• 25-0179 Overview of Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• 25-0180 Other Topics for Discussion with next steps listed
• Public hearing on June 2, 2025
• Budget adoption on June 16, 2025

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget but took no substantive actions. Council members answered questions from the Director of Budget and Performance Management. The meeting was adjourned by a 7‑0 vote. Future budget workshops and hearings were scheduled for later dates.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hear the city manager’s presentation on the proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. They will also consider a resolution opposing Senate Bill 257, which would redirect Powell Bill funds. Two zoning petitions will have public hearings: one for an 8.17-acre site on Yadkinville Road (recommended denial) and one for a 2.59-acre site near Progress Lane (recommended approval). The consent agenda includes a $1,094,679.60 contract for police vehicle upfits, a budget amendment, and appointments.

• Presentation of proposed FY2025-2026 budget
• Resolution opposing Senate Bill 257 (Powell Bill funds)
• Public hearing on zoning petition W-3643 (8.17 acres, Yadkinville Road, recommended denial)
• Public hearing on zoning petition W-3646 (2.59 acres, Progress Lane, recommended approval)
• Consent agenda: $1,094,679.60 contract for police vehicle upfits

The council approved the consent agenda, which included a $1,094,679.60 contract to upfit police vehicles, an amendment to a leasing contract, a budget ordinance amendment, and several committee appointments. It also adopted a resolution opposing Senate Bill 257‑2025 and approved two rezoning petitions—one by a 7‑1 vote and another unanimously. Additionally, the council appointed a fourth member to the Civil Service Board.

• Approved $1,094,679.60 police vehicle upfit contract (consent vote)
• Approved amendment to installment purchase contract with NC Municipal Leasing Corp (consent vote)
• Approved amendment to Project Budget Ordinance FY 2024‑2025 (consent vote)
• Approved appointment of Camille Roddy to African American Heritage Initiative Committee (consent vote)
• Approved resolution opposing Senate Bill 257‑2025 (8‑0)
• Approved rezoning of Grandview, Inc. (W‑3643) from RS9 to GB‑L (7‑1)
• Approved rezoning of 104 Progress, LLC (W‑3646) from GB‑S to GB‑L (8‑0)
• Approved appointment of fourth member to Civil Service Board (8‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a consent agenda including contracts for police vehicle upfits ($1,094,679.60), Muddy Creek Greenway repairs ($827,597.62), and Innovation Quarter stormwater facility rehabilitation ($1,649,285.00), as well as a budget amendment. The general agenda features a resolution opposing Senate Bill 257 regarding Powell Bill funds, a contract with CIGNA for the city's self-funded health and dental insurance plan, an update on the new HRIS system, and an information item on the FY2024 audit and ACFR.

• Resolution opposing Senate Bill 257-2025 concerning Powell Bill transportation funds
• Contract award for police vehicle upfits to Brooks Network Services - $1,094,679.60
• Construction contract for Muddy Creek Greenway repairs to RES Environmental Operating Company - $827,597.62
• Stormwater facility rehabilitation contract in Innovation Quarter to Freshwater Construction - $1,649,285.00
• Resolution authorizing CIGNA contract for administration of city's self-funded health and dental insurance plan

The Finance Committee approved its consent agenda and a series of contracts and resolutions. It authorized a $1,649,285 contract for the Innovation Quarter stormwater facility rehabilitation and a $1,094,679.60 contract for police vehicle upfits. The committee also approved an amendment to a leasing contract, a resolution opposing Senate Bill 257-2025, and a contract with CIGNA for the city’s self‑funded health and dental plan.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Police Vehicle Upfits contract with Brooks Network Services ($1,094,679.60) (unanimous)
• Approved Innovation Quarter Stormwater Facility Rehabilitation contract with Freshwater Construction, LLC ($1,649,285.00) (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment to Installment Purchase Contract with NC Municipal Leasing Corp (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution opposing Senate Bill 257-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract with CIGNA for self‑funded health and dental insurance administration (unanimous)
• Approved Construction Contract for Muddy Creek Greenway Repairs to RES Environmental Operating Company, LLC ($827,597.62) via consent (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance amending Project Budget Ordinance for FY 2024‑2025 via consent (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a consent agenda item authorizing abandonment of a sewer easement for the Ridge Event Center project. On the general agenda, they will consider a resolution and ordinance related to an NCDOT agreement for additional funding and a time extension for construction of the Piedmont Regional Greenway. They will also receive an update on the Winston-Salem Area Transportation Planning Organization (WSATPO).

• Resolution authorizing abandonment of a sewer easement for the Ridge Event Center Project (outside city limits)
• Resolution authorizing NCDOT agreement for additional funding and time extension for Piedmont Regional Greenway construction
• Ordinance amending the FY 2024-2025 project budget for the Piedmont Regional Greenway grant
• Update on the Winston-Salem Area Transportation Planning Organization (WSATPO)

The committee approved the consent agenda unanimously, which includes a recommendation to abandon a sewer easement for the Ridge Event Center Project and refers that item to the City Council on June 2, 2025. It also approved the resolution authorizing the NCDOT agreement for additional funding and a time extension for the Piedmont Regional Greenway construction. The update on the Winston‑Salem Area Transportation Planning Organization was presented as information only. The meeting adjourned at 2:39 p.m.

• Approved Consent Agenda unanimously (includes sewer easement abandonment recommendation)
• Recommended approval of sewer easement abandonment for Ridge Event Center (referred to City Council)
• Approved NCDOT funding and time‑extension resolution for Piedmont Regional Greenway (unanimous)
• Received informational report on WSATPO (no action taken)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider a consent agenda that includes Ordinance 25-0106 amending City Code Section 42-123(c) and (e) related to the State Highway System speed limits. The committee will receive updates on the city‑county partnership with the CURE Violence program, the fire department’s Behavioral Evaluation and Response (BEAR) Team annual report, and a citywide mid‑year crime review. It will also consider Ordinance 25-0154 to allow Winston‑Salem Police Department personnel to operate golf carts on public streets, roads, and highways.

• C-1. Ordinance 25-0106 amending City Code Section 42-123(c) and (e) for State Highway System speed limits (Exhibit A – SR4706; Exhibit B – US 311)
• G-1. Update on City/County partnership with CURE Violence program (Forsyth Wins overview)
• G-2. Annual Report on the Fire Department’s Behavioral Evaluation and Response (BEAR) Team
• G-3. Citywide Mid‑year Crime Review presentation
• G-4. Ordinance 25-0154 amendment to Chapter 74, Article XIV, Section 74-514 permitting police personnel to operate golf carts on public streets, roads, and highways

The Public Safety Committee approved a consent agenda ordinance amending Section 42-123 (c) and (e) of the City Code. The committee also approved an amendment to Chapter 74, Article XIV, Section 74-514 permitting police personnel to operate golf carts on public streets. The remaining agenda items were informational reports only.

• Approved ordinance amending Section 42-123 (c) and (e) of City Code (consent vote)
• Approved ordinance allowing police to operate golf carts on public streets (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

General Government Committee

The committee will adopt the City’s Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Program and submit the corresponding plan to HUD. It will also consider several reports and resolutions, including youth and college advisory board updates, the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame inductees, employee accrual rates, an ordinance amendment to the City Council code, and a resolution opposing House Bill 765.

• Adopt FY 2026 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Program (Agenda item C-1)
• Adopt resolution electing 2025 inductees to the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame (G-3)
• Ordinance amending Article II of Chapter 2 of the Winston‑Salem Code of Ordinances (G-5)
• Resolution opposing House Bill 765 – Save the American Dream Act (G-6)
• Information on accrual rates for City employees (G-4)

The General Government Committee approved the consent agenda unanimously, including adoption of the FY2026 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Program and the committee minutes. It also approved a resolution to elect the 2025 Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame inductees. The committee adopted an ordinance amending Article II of Chapter 2 of the city code with a 3‑1 vote, and passed a resolution opposing House Bill 765.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2026 Consolidated Housing and Community Development Program (unanimous)
• Approved Committee Summary of Minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution electing 2025 Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame inductees (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Article II of Chapter 2 of the city code (3-1)
• Adopted resolution opposing House Bill 765 – Save the American Dream Act (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes resolutions authorizing permanent financing for three affordable housing developments totaling 192 units: Sage Pointe (60 family units), McClain Crossing (72 family units), and Tulip Commons at Old Vineyard (60 senior units). The council will also vote on selling 22 city-owned lots to three builders for single-family homes, along with gap financing, and consider a budget amendment for fiscal year 2024-2025. A public hearing is scheduled for a petition to close a portion of Flag Street, and the council will consider conveying a city-owned home at 2220 East Twenty Fourth Street for affordable housing.

• Resolution authorizing permanent financing for 60 affordable family units at Sage Pointe (North Ward)
• Resolution authorizing permanent financing for 72 affordable family units at McClain Crossing (South Ward)
• Resolution authorizing permanent financing for 60 affordable senior units at Tulip Commons at Old Vineyard (Southwest Ward)
• Sale of 22 city-owned lots and $720,000 in gap financing to C2 Contracting, Denton Construction, and Switzer Homes for single-family homes
• Public hearing on petition to close a portion of Flag Street (East Ward)

The council adopted a resolution declaring May 2025 Historic Preservation Month. Through the consent agenda, it approved permanent financing for three affordable housing developments and authorized the sale of city-owned lots with gap‑financing for single‑family homes. It also approved a public‑hearing petition to close part of Flag Street and a conveyance of a home to support affordable housing. The meeting was adjourned at 6:37 p.m.

• Approved Honorarium Resolution Declaring May 2025 Historic Preservation Month (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing permanent financing for Sage Pointe Apartments (60 units) (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing permanent financing for McClain Crossing (72 units) (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing permanent financing for Tulip Commons (60 senior units) (8‑0)
• Approved Sale of five city‑owned lots with $175,000 gap financing for C2 Contracting (8‑0)
• Approved Sale of ten city‑owned lots with $350,000 gap financing for Denton Construction (8‑0)
• Approved Petition to close and abandon a portion of Flag Street (8‑0)
• Approved Conveyance of 2220 East Twenty Fourth Street home to support affordable housing (8‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions authorizing economic development assistance for two unnamed projects, 'Project Renaissance' and 'Project Beaver,' under state law. The agenda also includes public hearings on four zoning petitions, including one recommended for denial and continued to May 19. A consent agenda with minutes approval and a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month are also scheduled.

• Public hearing on economic development assistance for Project Renaissance (no dollar amount disclosed)
• Public hearing on economic development assistance for Project Beaver (no dollar amount disclosed)
• Zoning petition for 8.17 acres on Yadkinville Road (RS9 to GB-L) recommended for denial and continued to May 19
• Zoning petition for 1.08 acres at Burke Mill and Griffith Roads (RS9 to LB-S) recommended for approval
• Zoning petition for 4.03 acres at Jonestown Road and Frandale Drive (LB-S to LB-L) recommended for approval

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda. It then approved economic development assistance for Project Renaissance and Project Beaver, each by an 8‑to‑0 vote. Several zoning petitions were acted on: the Grandview petition was continued, while petitions for Shyam Shlock, SCG‑Summit Station, and Family Services were approved. The Council also entered and later exited a closed session by unanimous votes.

• Approved Consent Agenda (8 ayes)
• Approved Economic Development Assistance for Project Renaissance (8 ayes)
• Approved Economic Development Assistance for Project Beaver (8 ayes)
• Continued Grandview zoning petition to May 19 meeting (8 ayes)
• Approved Shyam Shlock zoning petition (7 ayes, 1 nay)
• Approved SCG‑Summit Station zoning petition (8 ayes)
• Approved Family Services zoning petition (7 ayes)
• Entered closed session to negotiate property acquisition contract (8 ayes)

Finance Committee

The Winston-Salem Finance Committee will consider a consent agenda including a contract with Ricoh USA for managed print services, a prequalification process for Historic Bethabara construction projects, and a budget ordinance amendment for fiscal year 2024-2025. The general agenda includes an update on the strategic planning process and the FY25-26 budget, as well as resolutions authorizing economic development assistance for Project Beaver and Project Renaissance.

• Resolution to authorize a contract with Ricoh USA for managed print services, mail delivery, and network printer support
• Resolution approving prequalification process and criteria for Historic Bethabara construction projects
• Ordinance amending the annual appropriation and tax levy and project budget for FY2024-2025
• Resolution authorizing economic development assistance for Project Beaver
• Resolution authorizing economic development assistance for Project Renaissance

The committee approved the consent agenda, including a resolution for Historic Bethabara construction project prequalification and FY 2024-2025 budget amendments. It also approved a contract with Ricoh USA for managed print services and authorized economic development assistance for Project Beaver and Project Renaissance. All votes were unanimous (4‑0) and the items were referred to the City Council for final action.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution for Historic Bethabara prequalification (consent vote, referred 5/5/2025)
• Approved FY 2024-2025 budget amendment ordinances (consent vote, referred 5/5/2025)
• Approved contract with Ricoh USA for managed print services (unanimous, referred 5/5/2025)
• Approved economic development assistance for Project Beaver (4‑0, referred 04/21/2025)
• Approved economic development assistance for Project Renaissance (4‑0, referred 04/21/2025)

General Government Committee

The Winston-Salem General Government Committee will consider resolutions authorizing permanent financing for three affordable housing developments and authorizing the sale of city-owned lots with gap financing for single-family home construction.

• Resolution authorizing permanent financing for Sage Pointe Apartments (60 units)
• Resolution authorizing permanent financing for McClain Crossing (72 units)
• Resolution authorizing permanent financing for Tulip Commons at Old Vineyard (60 units)
• Resolution authorizing sale of five lots and $175,000 gap financing for C2 Contracting
• Resolution authorizing sale of ten lots and $350,000 gap financing for Denton Construction

The General Government Committee approved a resolution to set a public hearing on demolition of an unsafe non‑residential building. It also approved six resolutions authorizing permanent financing for new affordable rental housing projects and the sale of city‑owned lots with gap financing for single‑family homes. All motions passed unanimously and were referred to the City Council for further action.

• Approved resolution for demolition hearing notice (unanimous)
• Approved permanent financing for 60‑unit Sage Pointe affordable rentals (unanimous)
• Approved permanent financing for 72‑unit McClain Crossing affordable rentals (unanimous)
• Approved permanent financing for 60‑unit Tulip Commons senior affordable rentals (unanimous)
• Approved sale of five city lots and $175,000 gap financing for C2 Contracting homes (unanimous)
• Approved sale of ten city lots and $350,000 gap financing for Denton Construction homes (unanimous)
• Approved sale of seven city lots and $195,000 gap financing for Switzer Homes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss infrastructure projects, including a bridge replacement and industrial center improvements. The body is also considering funding for a non-congregate emergency shelter and a commercial facade improvement grant program.

• Agreement with NCDOT for Old Greensboro Road Bridge replacement: $4,815,000
• Public hearing on petition to close and abandon a portion of Flag Street
• Funding for Family Services, Inc. for a non-congregate emergency shelter
• Partial rescission of a $410,000 transformational grant to Christ Rescue Temple Apostolic Church
• Economic development assistance for Front Street Capital at Union Cross Industrial Center

The council approved a $4,815,000 agreement with the North Carolina Department of Transportation to replace the Old Greensboro Road Bridge over Brushy Fork Creek. It also approved economic development assistance to Front Street Capital for a speculative building at Union Cross Industrial Center and rescinded a $410,000 grant to Christ Rescue Temple. Additional actions included funding for a Family Services emergency shelter, ordinance amendments, and a civility resolution, all passed by unanimous votes.

• Approved $4,815,000 bridge replacement agreement with NCDOT (8-0)
• Approved economic development assistance to Front Street Capital via Spec Building Revolving Loan Program (8-0)
• Rescinded $410,000 transformational grant to Christ Rescue Temple (8-0)
• Approved funding for Family Services, Inc. non‑congregate emergency shelter (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article III of the City Code (8-0)
• Ratified City Manager’s contract amendment with Novant Health (8-0)
• Adopted resolution pledging to practice and promote civility (8-0)
• Approved public hearing for Flag Street closure request, set for May 5, 2025 (8-0)

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several infrastructure agreements, including a bridge replacement and industrial center improvements. The body is also discussing affordable housing updates and funding for an emergency shelter.

• Agreement with NCDOT for the replacement of the Old Greensboro Road Bridge over Brushy Fork Creek for $4,815,000
• Economic development assistance for Front Street Capital to build a speculative building at Union Cross Industrial Center
• Funding for Family Services, Inc. to establish a non-congregate emergency shelter
• Request for a public hearing on May 5, 2025, to close and abandon a portion of Flag Street
• Partial rescission of a $410,000 Transformational Grant to Christ Rescue Temple Apostolic Church

City Council

The council will first approve the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting on the consent agenda. It will then hold public hearings on two zoning petitions: one from Shyam Shlock, LLC to change a site at the southeast intersection of Burke Mill Road and Griffith Road from RS9 to LB‑S for a convenience store or food‑or‑drug store, and another from Jemsite Development, LLC to change a site on the south side of Fairlawn Drive across from Fairlawn Court from GB‑S to GB‑S for a mixed‑use development. The Planning Board has recommended approval of both petitions.

• Approval of the City Council Summary of Minutes, March 3, 2025 (Consent Agenda)
• Public hearing on zoning petition W-3637: Shyam Shlock, LLC seeks RS9‑to‑LB‑S change for a convenience/food‑or‑drug store at Burke Mill Rd & Griffith Rd (~1.08 acres)
• Public hearing on zoning petition W-3641: Jemsite Development, LLC seeks GB‑S‑to‑GB‑S change for mixed‑use development on Fairlawn Dr across from Fairlawn Ct (~3.25 acres)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $1,617,281 contract for parking lot resurfacing at 14 city parks, a $620,154.24 sidewalk construction contract on Robinhood Road, and an ordinance creating a school zone on Patterson Avenue. The general agenda features updates on Smart Start pre-K initiatives, a National League of Cities congressional visit, and the Triad Housing Summit on affordable housing.

• $1,617,281 contract with Ruston Paving Company for parking lot resurfacing at 14 city parks
• $620,154.24 contract with Country Boy Landscaping for Robinhood Road sidewalk construction
• Ordinance to establish a school zone for Winston-Salem Christian School on Patterson Avenue
• Ordinance amending the FY2024-2025 budget ordinance
• Resolution approving the Winston-Salem Transit Authority's Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items and two public hearings on zoning petitions. The body will also vote on appointments to various city advisory committees.

• Public hearing on Sedge Garden Baptist Church zoning change (RS9 to IP) at Linville Road and Kernersville Road
• Public hearing on Jemsite Development zoning change (GB-S to GB-S) on Fairlawn Drive
• Approval of the 2025 Federal Action Plan
• Appointments to Affordable Housing, Bicycle/Pedestrian, and Urban Food Policy Councils
• Appointments to the Zoning Board of Adjustment and Human Relations Commission

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on several resolutions, including awarding a $1,617,281 contract to Ruston Paving Company, Inc. for resurfacing parking lots at 14 city parks. It will also consider a supplemental agreement with the North Carolina Department of Transportation for additional funding for sidewalk construction on Robinhood Road, and a $620,154.24 contract to Country Boy Landscaping, Inc. for that sidewalk. Additional items include amending the FY 2024‑2025 Project Budget Ordinance and establishing a City Sponsorship Policy.

• Resolution C-1: Award contract to Ruston Paving Company, Inc. for parking lot resurfacing at 14 city parks – $1,617,281.
• Resolution C-2: Authorize supplemental agreement with NCDOT for additional funding for Robinhood Road sidewalk (no dollar amount specified).
• Resolution C-3: Award contract to Country Boy Landscaping, Inc. for Robinhood Road sidewalk – $620,154.24.
• Resolution C-4: Amend the Project Budget Ordinance for FY 2024‑2025.
• Resolution G-1: Establish a City Sponsorship Policy.

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to establish a school zone on Patterson Avenue between Burnham Drive and Perimeter Point Boulevard for Winston-Salem Christian School. It will also receive updates on utilities and the Winston-Salem Transit Authority. The consent agenda includes a resolution to approve the Transit Authority's Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan.

• Ordinance amending Section 42-124 to establish a school zone on Patterson Avenue for Winston-Salem Christian School
• Resolution approving the Winston-Salem Transit Authority's Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (consent agenda)
• Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities update (presentation)
• Winston-Salem Transit Authority update (presentation)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive informational reports on a police department grant from Firehouse Subs Foundation for AEDs, the 2024 citywide crime review, and the 2024 Winston-Salem Fire Department annual report. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Police Department grant award from Firehouse Subs Foundation for Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
• 2024 Citywide Crime Review presentation and overview
• 2024 Winston-Salem Fire Department Annual Report

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee will consider a resolution to authorize the City of Winston-Salem's 2025 Federal Action Plan. The agenda includes attachments detailing the plan and a report on 2024 grants status.

• Resolution to authorize the 2025 Federal Action Plan
• Exhibit A: 2025 Federal Action Plan
• Exhibit B: 2024 Grants Status Report

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda recommending approval of several resolutions and ordinances, including a transit grant application, a zoning enforcement agreement with Lewisville, and an extension for an affordable housing development. Under the general agenda, they will hear a presentation on the 2025 property revaluation and vote on a new code of conduct for the council. They may also consider items related to a NASCAR grant agreement and budget amendment.

• Resolution supporting Winston-Salem Transit Authority's FY25 bus facilities and low emission grant application (C-3)
• Resolution extending time for Wynnefield Properties to close on property for The Lofts at Motor Road affordable housing (C-6)
• Ordinance amending FY2024-25 budget (C-9)
• 2025 property revaluation presentation (G-1)
• Resolution approving code of conduct for City Council (G-2)

Special Meeting of the City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review and discuss Winston‑Salem’s legislative priorities for 2025. The discussion will be conducted with the Forsyth County Legislative Delegation. No specific actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of 2025 City of Winston‑Salem Legislative Priorities with Forsyth County Legislative Delegation (Agenda item 25-0026)

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions to annex two developments: Mount Hope Estates (26.966 acres) and Kershaw Commons (17.14 acres). The council also will consider zoning petitions for these properties and a site plan amendment to allow retail and restaurant with drive-through at Hanes Mall Boulevard and Kester Mill Road. Additionally, the council will vote on renewing certificates for taxicab and trolley companies and on amendments to the Unified Development Ordinances regarding single-family uses in multifamily zones and Historic Resources Commission language.

• Public hearing and resolution to voluntarily annex Mount Hope Estates (26.966 acres) east of South Main Street and south of Jones Road
• Public hearing and resolution to voluntarily annex Kershaw Commons (17.14 acres) west of South Main Street and south of Fishel Road
• Public hearing on zoning petition for site plan amendment at AMC Theater outparcel (Hanes Mall Blvd & Kester Mill Rd) to add retail and restaurant with drive-through
• Public hearings on two zoning petitions (W-3638, W-3639) to rezone from County RS-9 to City RS-9 for the annexation parcels
• Consideration of amendments to UDO to allow single-family uses in residential multifamily districts and align Historic Resources Commission language with state statutes

Committee of the Whole of the City Council

The Committee of the Whole will consider consent agenda items including a budget amendment, a resolution supporting a transit grant, and an extension for affordable housing development. General agenda items include a presentation of the 2025 Food Resilience Planning Report and discussion of a proposed city sponsorship policy. The council will also receive a City Manager's update.

• 2025 Food Resilience Planning Report (presentation and discussion)
• Resolution supporting Winston-Salem Transit Authority's FY25 Bus Facilities and Low Emission Grant Application
• Resolution extending time for Wynnefield Properties to close on purchase of real property for The Lofts at Motor Road affordable housing
• Ordinance amending FY2024-25 budget ordinances
• Ordinance amending Chapter 2 Article IV on Administration

City Council

The Winston-Salem City Council will consider its 2025 legislative priorities, including an affordable housing bill and proposed repeals of certain state laws. The council also holds public hearings on a zoning change for 2.18 acres near Country Club Road and the closure of portions of Morning Star Lane and White Meadow Lane. Consent agenda items include a $868,529 contract for a transit mobility app, a $1.45 million dehumidification unit upgrade at the Fairgrounds Annex, and approval of Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing funds.

• Consideration of 2025 legislative priorities with affordable housing bill
• Public hearing on zoning petition for Cannady Investments at Country Club Road (RM12-S to LO-S)
• $868,529 contract with UMO Platform for transit mobility app
• $1,453,540 contract for Fairgrounds Annex dehumidification upgrade
• Resolution supporting reclassification of police 911 dispatchers as Protective Service Occupations