Winston-Salem · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Winston-Salem public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Temporary Staffing Services Contract Extension
A proposed $3.5 million contract extension for temporary staffing was delayed after council members questioned citywide temp usage and departmental staffing levels.
Nonprofit Funding Equity and Access
The city is managing over 70 funding requests totaling more than $5 million for roughly $1.3 million in available funds. Council members discussed ways to ensure equity for new applicants, evaluate past performance, and potentially structure future funding through umbrella organizations.
Municipal Bond Issuances for Infrastructure
The city is issuing over $10.4 million in general obligation bonds to fund previously approved streets, sidewalks, parks, public safety, housing, and public facilities projects, alongside refinancing existing debt to save on interest.