Summary
Police presented crime statistics showing a 13.4% drop in overall crime and discussed the early success of the city's youth curfew ordinance. Officials noted zero teen takeovers and a decrease in youth-involved firearm incidents during the summer.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Existing police department operational budget.
The general public and business owners experiencing safer commercial and community spaces.
Youth advocates argue teenagers face unnecessary criminalization and restricted movement.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — September 21, 2026
Residents and community advocates debated the youth curfew ordinance, with many speakers urging the council not to extend it and to focus instead on positive youth programs and rec center hours rather than police enforcement.
Public Safety Committee — August 10, 2026
Police presented crime statistics showing a 13.4% drop in overall crime and discussed the early success of the city's youth curfew ordinance. Officials noted zero teen takeovers and a decrease in youth-involved firearm incidents during the summer.
Winston-Salem city leaders move forward with proposed curfew
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