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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Winston-Salem public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Prosperity Alliance Homes on City-Owned Lots
Two city-owned lots — 82 East Rhyne Avenue and one on Sides Road — would be developed with detached single-family homes by Prosperity Alliance, adding housing stock in the Southeast Ward.
Economic Development
Winston-Salem is hosting its 8th annual small business mixer on October 27 at the Benton Convention Center. It's a great chance for local entrepreneurs to link up directly with city departments and get the resources they need to grow.
Marshall Street Redevelopment Assistance
Developers behind the Marshall Street project asked for more time to finish their phased commercial and culinary hub, sparking a discussion among leaders about balancing community investments with tight city budgets.
Rescission of HOME-ARP Funding Allocation
The city returned over $2.25 million in federal housing funds after programs with Step Up America fell through.
Demolition of 1955 Structure at 712 Chatham Road
The commission approved tearing down a 1955 house in the West End Historic Overlay District because it was built after the district's period of significance and lacked historic features.
Disposition of West Clemensville Road Park for Affordable Housing
The city proposed selling an undeveloped 4.9-acre park parcel to Prosperity Alliance for a nominal fee to build 33 affordable housing units. The planning board supported the transfer, noting the site has remained a vacant park for nearly 70 years.
Manufactured Home Placements on Tyler Street and Otis Drive
The board reviewed and approved two separate requests to place Class A manufactured homes in established residential neighborhoods, ensuring they met UDO standards and compatibility guidelines.