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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Winston-Salem public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
State Transportation Prioritization and Active Mobility Funding
The city and regional transportation planning organizations are navigating a tighter funding environment under NCDOT's Prioritization 8.0 division needs cycle. Officials are coordinating local input points to prioritize high-impact, lower-cost projects such as sidewalks, roundabouts, and ramp improvements across the region.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Streetscape Project Progression
Winston-Salem is moving forward with the long-planned Martin Luther King Jr. Drive streetscape project, which spans over a mile from US-52 to Salem Parkway. The project includes pedestrian accessibility improvements, decorative lighting, enhanced bus stops, and raised crosswalks, with construction slated to begin in spring 2027.