Council Member· 2009–2028 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
James Taylor
Winston-Salem
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- Meetings spoken in
- 6
- Total speaking time
- 1:39
- Avg per meeting
- 0:17
- Segments
- 43
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Northeast Suburban Area Plan Adoption
Extension of sewer infrastructure requires substantial capital investment and state grant funding.
Affordable Housing Construction Timelines and Transparency
Deploys approximately $2.3 million in available TURN program funds.
Ram's Pointe Townhome Development and Extension
Private investment in new housing stock with associated public infrastructure improvements.
Residential Subdivisions and Planned Residential Developments
Redevelopment of a 37-acre tract into single-family residential lots.
Solid Waste Code Modernization and Fee Structure Updates
Generates revenue through increased civil penalties, commercial cart fees, and equipment recovery charges while optimizing route efficiency.
Marshall Street Redevelopment Assistance
Restructuring of existing $2 million general obligation bond funding committed across project phases.
Prosperity Alliance Homes on City-Owned Lots
City disposes of two lots for home construction; fiscal terms not stated in the agenda.
Idols Road Large-Scale Residential Rezoning
Substantial residential construction investment and increased municipal service demands.
Downtown Amphitheater Park Land Lease Extension
None directly reported, but facilitates a major downtown entertainment development project.
Long Branch Trail Phase 3 Feasibility Study
Project funding and construction costs will be determined following the feasibility study and subsequent grant or capital allocations.
Rescission of HOME-ARP Funding Allocation
$2,258,234 in federal grant funds returned or reallocated.
Chatham Road Kennel Special Use Permit Approval
Property owners argued potential negative impacts on nearby rental and residential property values, while proponents highlighted community service and resource reinvestment.
Demolition of 1955 Structure at 712 Chatham Road
None to city funds.
temporary housing development
The city is applying for federal grants to pay for it, so local taxpayers won't be footing the whole bill upfront.
Disposition of West Clemensville Road Park for Affordable Housing
Increases local affordable housing stock and returns surplus city-owned land to the tax rolls.
Manufactured Home Placements on Tyler Street and Otis Drive
Negligible impact on municipal revenues, private property investments will enhance individual parcels.
economic development
While attending is free, the connections made here can help local businesses land contracts, grants, and support that boost their bottom line.
Neighborhood Demolition Schedule for 2026
Demolition costs will be charged to property owners via municipal liens.
Crystal Towers Living Conditions and Redevelopment
Potential future city funding or bonding needs for affordable housing preservation.
Concrete Plant Expansion on Lowry Street (W-3676)
Private capital investment by the petitioner into plant infrastructure and rail distribution facilities.
Decisions during term (26)
Recorded while Taylor was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Revised Development Concept - 82 East Rhyne Avenue
Revised Development Concept - Sides Road
Final Development Plan - Union Cross Land Holding, LLC (W-3575)
Planned Residential Development - Eisenhower Heights (PBR 2026-16)
Planned Residential Development - Bridgton Park (PBR 2026-18)
Planned Residential Development - Reserve at Belle Oaks (PBR 2026-19)
An ordinance amendment proposed by the City of Winston-Salem modifying Chapters 5, 6, and 11 of the Unified Development Ordinances (UDO) to add standards for Needle and Hypodermic Syringe Exchange Program (W) uses. (UDO-CC38).
Resolution Allocating Local Community Agency Funding from General and Housing Development Funds
Resolution Authorizing S.G. Atkins Community Development Corporation Co Housing Project Location Site, Service Change and Six-Month Extension
Request for a Public Hearing on UDO-CC35 Text Amendments to Chapters 3–9 of the Unified Development Ordinance
26-0175 Resolution Amending a Prior Resolution to Convey Five (5) Lots for the Development of Five (5) Affordable Homeownership Units by Williams Development & True Homes (Southeast Ward)
26-0188 Resolution Authorizing the Abandonment of Public Utility Easements at Tax PIN 5885-81-0112 for the Longwood Village Development (Outside of City Limits)
Site Plan Amendment W-3682 (Everly Development, LLC)
Request for Public Hearing on UDO-CC34, Text Amendment to Modify Chapters 2, 3 and 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to Comply with NC House Bill 926
Resolution Authorizing Permanent Financing for the Development of 60 Affordable Rental Units Known as Sage Pointe Apartments
Resolution Authorizing Final Permanent Financing for a 62-Unit Family Rental Development known as 600 Peters Creek Apartments
Resolution Authorizing Permanent Financing for the Development of 148 Affordable Rental Units Known as Cornerstone at Salem
Resolution Authorizing Permanent Financing for the Development of 60 Affordable Rental Units Known as Zachary Pointe Apartments
Resolution Authorizing Conveyance of One (1) Lot and Permanent Financing for the Development of 14 Affordable Homeownership Units by Habitat for Humanity Forsyth
Resolution Authorizing Permanent Financing for the Development of Eight (8) Affordable Homeownership Units in Happy Hill by Prosperity Alliance
Voting record (3)(Development)
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