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Article: About Housing/Neighborhood Development
About Housing/Neighborhood Development
Role and Functions
The Housing/Neighborhood Development Department develops housing and neighborhood revitalization plans and programs that accurately reflect local needs and conditions and citizens' desired strategies and outcomes. The Department effecti...
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Article: City Sells Bonds for Sidewalks Streets and Housing
City Sells $10.5 Million in Bonds for Sidewalks, Streets, and Housing
Finance Department - June 18, 2010
The city of Winston- Salem concluded a $10.5 million bond sale on June 15 to improve local sidewalks, streets and housing facilities. The sale comprised $1.8 million in general obligation ...
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Article: Fair Housing
Fair Housing
Housing and Urban Development Government Web site
Departamento de Vivendas y Desarrollo Urbano de EE. UU.
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Article: Fair Housing Code
Fair Housing Code
The Winston-Salem municipal code lists city codes and ordinances. This link will open in a new window.
Search to find information related to the local fair housing act and the Human Relations Commission and Department.
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Article: Fair Housing Media Campaign
Human Relations Commission Announces Fair Housing Media Campaign
Human Relations - April 14, 2009
Contact: Wanda Allen-Abraha, 734-1226
In conjunction with Fair Housing Month in April, the Human Relations Commission is starting a media campaign to raise public awareness of fair housing laws...
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Article: Fair Housing Month 2007
Fair Housing Month Activities Scheduled
Human Relations - March 30, 2007
Contact: Wanda Allen-Abraha, 727-2429
The city’s annual observance of Fair Housing Month will commence April 9 with Mayor Allen Joines reading a proclamation at noon at the office of the Winston-Salem Regional Associat...
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Article: Fair Housing Month Activities Scheduled
Fair Housing Month Activities Scheduled
Human Relations - April 1, 2010
The city’s annual observance of Fair Housing Month will commence Wednesday, April 7, when Mayor Allen Joines reads a proclamation at noon at the office of the Winston-Salem Regional Association of Realtors, 195 Executive ...
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Article: Fair Housing Month Activities Scheduled
Fair Housing Month Activities Scheduled
Human Relations - April 4, 2008
Contact: Wanda Allen-Abraha, 727-2429
The city’s annual observance of Fair Housing Month will commence Monday, April 7 with Mayor Allen Joines reading a proclamation at noon at the office of the Winston-Salem Regional A...
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Article: Housing Authority
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS INFORMATION FORM
Name of Board/Commission
Housing Authority
Date 4/5/10
Authority for Creation
The authority for establishing the Housing Authority was created by a resolution adopted by the City Council on June 27, 1941, pursuant to the Housing Authorities La...
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Article: Housing Discrimination PSA
This video show a man at a desk, telephoning about an apartment for rent, using different voices and different accents to inquire about the availabilty of the apartment. When using ethnic voices and names, he is told that the apartment is no longer available. When he uses a caucasian voice and ...
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Article: Housing Discrimination: Complaint Filing
Complaint Filing
Basis of Complaints:
The Human Relations Department investigates housing discrimination, landlord/tenant, and LEP complaints. Human Relations also refers police complaints from citizens. In order to initiate complaints, guidelines are described below.
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Article: Housing Production
Housing Production
Assistance in the construction of new housing units by the City is principally construction of single-family units for home ownership, as ownership is viewed as essential to neighborhood stabilization. The City provides subordinate, permanent financing in tandem with private f...
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Article: Housing Rehabilitation and Conservation
Housing Rehabilitation and Conservation
Housing Rehabilitation and Conservation is the single largest category of program expenditures of close to $2 million per year. More than two-thirds of this amount is allocated to single-family rehabilitation and home improvement. Housing/Neighborhood Devel...
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Article: Mellin L. Parker Appointed Housing/Neighborhood Development Director
Mellin L. Parker Appointed Housing/Neighborhood Development Director
City Manager’s Office - Dec. 1, 2006
Contact: Derwick L. Paige, 727-2742
City Manager Lee Garrity today announced the appointment of Mellin L. Parker as director of housing and neighborhood development for the city. Parke...
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee 3/18/2008
3:00 p.m. in Council Chamber Room #230 2nd Floor, City Hall
AS OF 1/16/2008 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/HOUSING/GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE WILL BE HELD TODAY (3/18/2008) AT 3:00 P.M.
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 10/21/2008
AS OF 8/18/2008 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/ HOUSING/ GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE MEETING WILL BE HELD TODAY (10/21/2008) AT 4:00 P.M.
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 4/13/2010
5:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
As of 3/18/2010 the Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting has been canceled.
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Event: Housing Authority Board Finance Committee
Housing Authority Board Finance Committee
10 a.m., Suite 300, 500 W. Fourth St.
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Event: Housing Authority Board of Commissioners 3-13-07
Noon, Housing Authority Board of Commissions, Suite 300, 500 West Fourth Street.
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Article: Housing and Neighborhood Services Phone List
Neighborhood Services Phone List
Employee Name
Direct Phone Ext.
APARA, Solomon
734-1278
BAILIFF, W. Bruce
734-1257
BANNER, Vanessa
734-1251
BLOWER, Danielle
734-1269
BOWMAN, Crystal
734-1282
BROOKS, D. Ritchie
734-1250
BROWN, Ola
734-1260
CANNON, ...
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Event: Community Dev./Housing/General Government Committee
4:00 p.m. in the City Council Committee Room 239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee 2/12/2008
As of 1/22/2008 this meeting will begin at 3:00 P.M. instead of 4:00 P.M.
3:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee 3/11/2008
AS OF 1/16/2008 THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CHANGED TO TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2008
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 1/13/2009
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 1/15/2008
As of 1/10/2008 this meeting has been canceled.
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 10/13/2009
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 10/14/2008
AS OF 8/18/2008 THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CHANGED TO TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2008
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 11/10/2009
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall As of October 30, 2009 this meeting has been canceled. Show on map
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 11/11/2008
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
AS OF 10/28/2008 THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED.
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 12/15/2009
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 12/9/2008
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 2/10/2009
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 2/13/07
4:00 p.m. Committee Room, Room #239 2nd Floor, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 4/10/07
4:00 p.m. Committee Room, Room #239 2nd Floor, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 4/14/2009
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 4/15/2008
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 5/11/2010
5:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 5/12/2009
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
UPDATE: This meeting will begin at 2:00 p.m., instead of 4:00 p.m.
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 5/13/2008
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 6/10/2008
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 6/15/2010
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 6/9/2009
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 7/14/2009
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 7/15/2008
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 8/11/2009
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 8/12/2008
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 9/15/2009
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/ Housing/ General Government Committee Meeting 9/9/2008
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 1/12/2010
4:00 p.m. in Committee Room #239, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 10/12/2010
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 11/9/2010
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 12/14/2010
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 2/9/2010
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 3/10/2009
4:00 p.m. in Council Chamber Room #230, City Hall
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 3/9/2010
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 7/13/2010
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 8/10/2010
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Event: Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee Meeting 9/14/2010
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Event: Consolidated Housing Consortium 1/11/2010
7:00 p.m. at Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building
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Event: Fair Housing Summit Luncheon 4/22/2009
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Windsor Club, Joel Coliseum
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Event: Fair Housing Training
10:00 a.m., Committee Room#239, City Hall
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Event: Fair Housing Training 7/14/2010
10:00 a.m., Committee Room#239, City Hall
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Event: Homlessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program 6/24/2009
2:00 p.m. at the Stuart Municipal Building, Public Meeting Room
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Event: Housing Authority (05/09/2006)
Noon, Suite 300, 500 West Fourth St.
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Event: Housing Authority - 7/13/2010
Noon - 500 West Fourth St., Suite 300.
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Event: Housing Authority 1/12/10
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Event: Housing Authority 1/13/2009
Noon - Suite 300, 500 W. 5th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 1/8/2008
Noon, Suite 300, 500 W. Fourth St.
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Event: Housing Authority 10/13/2009
Noon - 500 W. Fourth St., Suite 300
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Event: Housing Authority 10/14/2008
Noon - Suite 300, 500 W. Fourth St.
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Event: Housing Authority 10/9/07
Noon - Suite 200, 500 W. 4th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 11/10/2009
Noon - 500 W. Fourth St., Suite 300.
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Event: Housing Authority 11/11/2008
Noon - 500 West Fourth St., suite 300.
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Event: Housing Authority 11/13/07
Noon, suite 300, 500 W. 4th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 11/14/2006
12:00 p.m. Suite 300, 500 W. 4th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 12/11/07
Noon, Suite 300, 500 West Fourth St.
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Event: Housing Authority 12/12/06
Noon, Suite 300, 500 West Fourth St.
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Event: Housing Authority 12/8/2009
Noon - 500 W. Fourth St., suite 300.
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Event: Housing Authority 12/9/2008
Noon - Suite 300, 500 W. 4th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 2/10/2009
Noon - 500 West 4th St., suite 300.
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Event: Housing Authority 2/12/2008
Noon, Suite 300, 500 W. 4th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 2/9/2010
Noon - 500 W. Fourth St., Suite 300.
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Event: Housing Authority 3/11/2008
Noon - suite 300, 500 W. 4th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 3/9/2010
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Event: Housing Authority 4/10/07
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Event: Housing Authority 4/13/2010
Noon - 500 West Fourth St., Suite 300
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Event: Housing Authority 4/14/2009
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Event: Housing Authority 4/15/2008
Noon - Suite 300, 500 W. 4th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 5-13-2008
Noon - Suite 300, 500 W. Fourth St.
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Event: Housing Authority 5/12/09
Noon - 500 W. Fourth St., suite 300.
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Event: Housing Authority 5/8/07
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Event: Housing Authority 6/10/2008
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Event: Housing Authority 6/12/07
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Event: Housing Authority 6/8/2010
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Event: Housing Authority 6/9/2009
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Event: Housing Authority 7/15/2008
Noon - Suite 300, located at 500 W. 4th St.
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Event: Housing Authority 7/17/07
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Event: Housing Authority 8/10/2010
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Event: Housing Authority 8/11/2009
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Event: Housing Authority 8/12/2008
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Event: Housing Authority 8/14/07
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Event: Housing Authority 9/11/07
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Event: Housing Authority 9/12/2006
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Event: Housing Authority 9/14/2010
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Event: Housing Authority 9/9/2008
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Event: Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Meeting 2/13/07
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Event: Housing Consortium 1/12/2009
7:00 p.m.Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building - Public Meeting Room
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Event: Housing Consortium Public Hearing
Public Meeting Room, Stuart Building, 5th floor. 7:00 P.M. Show on map
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Event: Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Consolidated Housing Public Meeting 3/16/2010
7:00 p.m. at the Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building, 5th Floor Public Meeting Room
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Newsletter: Nexus Fall 2009
Nexus Newsletter
Nexus Newsletter is a quarterly publication by Human Relations that highlights programs and events that are sponsored or co-sponsored by the Human Relations Commission.
The Fall 2009 issue
Fair Housing Month, Juneteenth, Lanterns of Hope, Boston Round-Up, Beyond Soul and S...
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Newsletter: Nexus Summer 2010
Newsletter: Nexus Summer 2010
Nexus Newsletter
Nexus Newsletter is a quarterly publication by Human Relations that highlights programs and events that are sponsored or co-sponsored by the Human Relations Commission.
The Summer 2010 issue
Fair Housing Month, Juneteenth, Lead Safety Partn...
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Newsletter: Tu Comunidad Spring 2010
Tu Comunidad Newsletter
Tu Comunidad
Boletín Informativo
Tu Comunidad es una publicación cuatro veces al año en el canal TV-13 a través del programa titulado “Tu Comunidad” Esta es una revista, en Español, llena de tópicos esenciales para informar al público Hispano acerca de los servicios...
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Article: 1803 Distillery
Distilling was indispensable in the 18th century for retaining the food energy available in fruits, and the Moravians regularly distilled their peaches and apples into brandy.
Distilling began in Bethabara soon after settlement in 1753, with brandy production reaching 2,100 gallons during the wi...
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Article: 2008 Heritage Award Recipients
The Forsyth County
Historic Resources Commission's
2008 Heritage Awards Recipients
by Michelle McCullough
Residential
West Salem Historic District House
914 Walnut Street, Winston-Salem
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Article: 2008 Heritage Awards Presentation Highlights Preservation Month
2008 Heritage Awards Presentation Highlights Preservation Month
Historic Resources Commission - April 29, 2008
Contact: Michelle McCullough, 747-7063
Announcement of the 2008 Heritage Awards and a speech by Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. of Charleston, S.C., highlight the Forsyth County Historic...
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Article: About the East Ward
About the East Ward
East Ward is that area of the City bounded by New Walkertown Road on the north, Salem Creek, High Point Road and Happy Hill Gardens on the South, Marshall Street on the west and the city limits on the east.
This area is represented by Council Member Derwin L. Montgomery. T...
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Article: About the North Ward
About the North Ward
The North Ward is that area of our City bounded by Highway 52 and Patterson Avenue on the east, Northwest Boulevard on the south, University Parkway and Bethabara Road on the west and the City limits on the north.
The area is represented by Council Member Denise D. Adams...
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Article: About the Southwest Ward
About the Southwest Ward
Someone once said you could live your whole life and never leave the Southwest Ward. Born in a hospital, go to school, work, shop, raise a family, enjoy your leisure time, retire, and be buried here.
Southwest Ward is represented by Council Member Dan Besse.
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Article: Action Plan Developed for Rolling Hills Apartments
Action Plan Developed for Rolling Hills Apartments
Neighborhood Services - March 5, 2009
Contact: Ritchie Brooks, 734-1250
The city of Winston-Salem and the Housing Authority of Winston-Salem have agreed upon an action plan to address housing conditions and public safety concerns at the Rol...
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Article: Advisory Boards and Commissions
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The following boards/commissions advise the Winston-Salem City Council about specific issues of city government. The volunteer members of these boards/commissions serve a maximum of two consecutive terms and help make important decisions about government policies... Show on map
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Article: Angela Carmon Appointed City Attorney
Angela Carmon Appointed City Attorney
Office of the Mayor - Jan. 7, 2008
Contact: Allen Joines, 727-2058
Mayor Allen Joines and the City Council tonight announced the appointment of Angela I. Carmon as city attorney. Carmon, an assistant city attorney since 1988, was sworn in to her new pos...
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Article: Annexation
Annexation Information
North Carolina League of Municipalities
The City Council of the City of Winston-Salem supports the North Carolina League of Municipalities efforts regarding annexation.
Proposal to the Joint Senate and House Study Commission on Municipal Annexation
December 17, 20...
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Article: Applications for City of Winston-Salem University 2010 Spring
Applications Available for City of Winston-Salem University
Marketing & Communications - Oct. 28, 2009
The city is accepting applications for the next class of "City of Winston-Salem University," to begin Jan. 28, 2010.
City of Winston-Salem University gives citizens a better understand...
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Article: Area Plans
Area Plans
The City-County Planning Board prepares Area Plans, design studies, and corridor studies in an effort to translate the comprehensive plan into more precise terms that can be followed on a local level. Under its enabling legislation, the Planning Board is responsible for preparing and m...
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Article: Awards for Municipal Excellence Finalist
Winston-Salem is an Awards for Municipal Excellence Finalist
Human Relations - September 7, 2006
Contact: Wanda Allen-Abraha, 727-2429
Winston-Salem is a finalist for the 2006 Awards for Municipal Excellence, the National League of Cities announced. The awards recognize outstanding programs...
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Article: Bedroom Smoke Detector Requirement Takes Effect Feb. 18
Bedroom Smoke Detector Requirement Takes Effect Feb. 18
Neighborhood Services - Dec. 30, 2009
An amendment to the city housing code that requires smoke detectors in all bedrooms will take effect Feb. 18. The amendment also requires a smoke detector on every floor of a house.
The requiremen...
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Article: Boarding/Rooming House
Boarding/Rooming/Shared Single-Family House Registration - City and County
The Winston-Salem City Council and the Forsyth County Commissioners have passed revisions to zoning ordinances pertaining to single-family houses that have been converted into boarding or rooming houses, as well as single-...
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Article: Budget Proposed for 2008-2009
$396.3 Million Budget Proposed for 2008-2009
Budget & Evaluation - May 19, 2008
Contact: Ann Jones, 747-7090
City Manager Lee Garrity today recommended to the City Council a "hold the line" budget of $396.3 million for 2008-2009 that foregoes any significant expansion in city services a...
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Article: Budget Proposed for 2009-2010
$371.4 million budget proposed for 2009-2010
Budget & Evaluation - May 28, 2009
Contact: Ann Jones, 747-7090
FY 2009-2010 Proposed Budget document
You are invited to comment on the proposed 2009-2010 budget
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Article: CA Staff
City Attorney's Office Staff
Name - E-mail
(336)
Administration
Angela Carmon
City Attorney
747-7404
Charles C. Green, Jr.
Deputy City Attorney
747-7406
Planning, Board of Adjustment, Inspections and Zoning Violations, Finance, Revenue and Budget Management Information...
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Article: CDHGG Committee
Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee
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August 10, 2010 - Agenda
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Article: Census 2010
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April 1, 2010: Census Day
April 1, 2010, may be the single most important day to the city and county budgets for the next ten years. Why? Because the census count affects how more than $400 billion in federal funds are distributed ...
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Article: Citizen Feedback
Draft Ordinances
Graffiti Abatement Ordinance - Draft
Minimum Housing Code - Revisions
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Article: City Announces Leadership Appointments
City Announces Leadership Appointments
City Manager - August 31, 2006
Contact: Lee Garrity, 727-2123
Derwick Paige
Martha Wheelock
City Manager Lee Garrity announced changes in the administrative organization of the city government. Effective immediately, the duties of Assistant Ci...
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Article: City Announces Leadership Appointments
City Announces Leadership Appointments
City Manager -August 31, 2006
Contact: Lee Garrity, 727-2123
City Manager Lee Garrity today announced changes in the administrative organization of the city government. Effective immediately, the duties of Assistant City Manager Derwick Paige have been...
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Article: City Hall South renamed
City Hall South To Be Renamed For Bill Stuart
Marketing & Communications July 3, 2006 Contact: Ed McNeal, 727-2317
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City Hall South is to be renamed the Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building in honor of City Manager Bill Stuart, who retired Ju...
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Article: City Link
City Link - 727-8000
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City Link offers an online Live Chat option for the convenience of our citizens. Prefer to type rather than telephone? Use the Live Chat button on the home page or above. When agents are not available for Live Chat, you can leave an e-mail message.
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Article: City of Winston-Salem University Deadline August 10
Application Deadline Approaching for City of Winston-Salem University
Marketing & Communications - August 8, 2007
Contact: Ed McNeal, 727-2317
Applications for the next class of "City of Winston-Salem University" must be received by 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10. Applications are available onl...
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Article: City of Winston-Salem University Fall 2007
Applications Available for City of Winston-Salem University
Marketing & Communications - July 2, 2007
Contact: Ed McNeal, 727-2317
The city is accepting applications for the next class of "City of Winston-Salem University," to be held this fall.
City of Winston-Salem University gives...
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Article: City Secretary
City Secretary
The City Secretary's Office prepares and publishes the agenda for the City Council Members that is developed by the City Manager. Staff support, such as correspondence and research, is a service the office provides to the City Council Members. The office records the minutes of all ...
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Article: City Services
City Services
Businesses
construction - need permits, licences, inspections (Inspections)
getting started (Small Business Liaison) (Development Office) (Businesses page)
getting approval for plans (Planning) (Engineering)
supplying the city with goods & services (Purchasing) (Cent...
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Article: Code Enforcement
Code Enforcement
Consolidated enforcement of local ordinances relating to nuisance violations.
Strategy Areas and Staff Contacts [pdf/99kb/1p]
Housing - Enforcement of the housing code to protect public health, safety, and general welfare through the remedy or removal of conditions that re...
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Article: College Advisory Board
College Advisory Board
Purpose: Advise the City Council regarding matters that are of interest to students who are enrolled in colleges and universities in Winston-Salem which, in turn, will encourage the retention of college graduates in Winston-Salem.
Duties:
(a) Suggest and contribute id...
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Article: Committees
City Council Committees
Allen Joines, Mayor & Ex-Officio Member
Lee D. Garrity, City Manager & Ex-Officio Member
Finance Committee
meets the second Monday each month
at 5:00 p.m., Committee Room,
Rm. 239, City Hall.
Members:
Wanda Merschel, Chair
Molly Leig...
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Article: Community Restoration
Community Restoration
This location at 860 West Fourth Street was
rehabilitated in part through the city's NRSA
Building Improvement Program.
The Winston Salem City Council has approved several important initiatives that create and retain job opportunities in our community and neighbor...
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Article: Comprehensive Planning
Comprehensive Planning & Implementation
Who are We?
The Comprehensive Planning and Implementation (CPI) Team is involved in the implementation of Legacy, our Comprehensive Plan for Forsyth County. The work of the CPI Team focuses on Area Planning, Legacy-related text amendments, Legacy m...
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Article: Consolidated Plan
Consolidated Plan
2009 - 2013 Five-Year Consolidated Plan [pdf/3.7mb/307p]
2009 - 2010 Annual Consolidated Plan or Annual Action Plan DRAFT [pdf/3mb/98p]
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Article: CSAA Committees
CSAA Committee Agenda Archive
Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee
2008
December 9, 2008 - Agenda
Summary of December 9, 2008 Meeting
November 11, 2008 - Agenda (Committee of the Whole 11/10/2008)
Summary of November 11, 2008 Meeting (Committee of the Whole...
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Article: CWS University
City of Winston-Salem University
Let the city take you to school
City of Winston-Salem University gives citizens a better understanding of city government, including the responsibilities of various city departments and the city’s role in the community.
Topics include:
city governance ...
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Article: Dan Besse
About Dan Besse
See Dan's news page
Name:
Dan Besse
Council Member since:
2001
Profession/Vocation:
Public Interest Attorney and Educator
Professional and
Community
Associations:
Chair of the Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee
Membe...
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Article: Denise D. Adams
About Denise D. Adams
Name:
Denise D. Adams
Council Member since:
2009
Profession/Vocation:
Quality Engineer for Johnson Controls, Inc. - Power Solutions, 1997 - Present
Professional and
Community
Associations:
Vice Chair of the Community Development/Housing/General G...
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Article: Departments
City Departments & Services...also see a listing of Departments organized by Services
...also see the Site Map or the Most Requested page
Black-Phillips-Smith Government Office
Budget
Capital Buildings
Central Warehouse
City Attorney
City Council
City Link
City ...
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Article: Derwick Paige
Derwick Paige, Deputy City Manager
Derwick received a B.S. degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a M.P.A. from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Derwick also is a 1998 graduate of the Municipal Adminstration program and a 2006 graduate of the Public Executi...
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Article: East Ward Town Hall Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Council Member Joycelyn V. Johnson - East Ward |
Thursday, April 26, 2007
6:00 p.m.
City Council Chamber, Room 230
Highlights / Minutes
Call to Order - Council Member Joycelyn V. Johnson
Introductions of Neighborhoods: City View, Dreamland, Northeast Winsto...
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Article: East-Northeast
East/Northeast Winston-Salem Area Plan
Plan Status: Adopted. The City-County Planning Board held a public hearing and recommended adoption of the East/Northeast Winston-Salem Area Plan in March 2008. The Winston-Salem City Council adopted the plan in May 2008.
Final Report [5,524kb/98 pgs/pdf]...
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Article: Economic Self-sufficiency / Public Services
Economic Self-Sufficiency / Public Services
Program services in these categories are funded under the Community Development Block Grant program but administered by other City departments. H/ND is responsible for budgeting, assisting in attaining supplemental funding, providing technical assistan...
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Article: Economic Stimulus Projects
Economic Stimulus Package
If Congress passes an economic stimulus package that includes public works projects, the City of Winston-Salem will be ready to help.
The city has identified 81 projects that might qualify for money in the stimulus package that Congress will consider after President ...
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Article: FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: How do I contact the North Carolina Real Estate Commission?
Answer: The Commission´s Headquarters is in Raleigh. They can be reached by phone at (919)875-3700. The web site is www.ncrec.state.nc.us
Question: How do I find out who owns a particular pie...
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Article: FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Code Enforcement
Q: Can the city help our neighborhood get rid of trash on the streets, junk cars and bad houses?
A: Yes, housing inspectors are assigned to areas throughout the city to identify such violations and initiate corrective action. (See Map [pdf] to l...
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Article: FAQ Boarding Rooming Houses
Frequently Asked Questions
Boarding/Rooming/Shared Single-Family Housing
What is a single-family house?
What is a boarding or rooming house?
What's the difference between a boarding and a rooming house?
How many unrelated people may occupy a single family house?
Do the new rule...
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Article: FAQ Smoke Detectors
Frequently Asked Questions about Required Smoke Detectors
Does the new requirement apply to existing houses, condos and apartments?
Yes.
When does the new requirement take effect?
Feb. 18, 2010.
Is there a grace period for compliance?
No. The City delayed the effective date of...
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Article: Festival, Forums Highlight Race Equality Week
Festival, Forums Highlight Race Equality Week
Human Relations - Sept. 21, 2006
Contact: Wanda Allen-Abraha, 727-2429
The annual Hispanic festival and two forums exploring race and community relations will be held this month in celebration of Race Equality Week, Sept. 25 - 29.
Fiesta 2006...
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Article: Financial Assistance Offered Under New Home Ownership Program
Financial Assistance Offered Under New Home Ownership Program
Housing/Neighborhood Development - August 17, 2009
City and county housing officials are partnering with local real-estate agents, financial institutions and the Center for HomeOwnership to help families or individuals buy foreclos...
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Article: Financing Information
Second Mortgage Assistance
The city offers two programs that combine two low-interest loans to make the purchase of a newly constructed home affordable for moderate income households. As the mortgage payment is based only on the first mortgage amount, the result is a lower monthly payment.
T...
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Article: Floor Plan Sample
Sample Zoning Schematic/Floor Plan for Boarding/Rooming/Shared Single-family Housing
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Article: Forms
Find the information and documents you need to conduct business with the city or to take advantage of the opportunities and information available to you.
Some documents and services can be completed while online
see the Online Services page.
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Article: Funding Sources
Funding Sources
The primary responsibility of the Housing/Neighborhood Development department is the administration of the Community Development Block Grant Program and the HOME Partnership Investment program.
Each of these programs involves federally funded resources that are provided to th...
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Article: GO Expo
the GO EXPO 2010
Learn. Collaborate. Act.
FREE ADMISSION! for families, kids, businesses, and building professionals.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
301 West Fifth Street at the Benton Convention Center
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
www.goexpows.com
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Article: Grants to Serve Homeless
Winston-Salem Receives $1.135 million to Serve Homeless
Housing/Neighborhood Development - Feb. 21, 2007
Contact: Tim West, 727-8597
EDS: A list of the grants [PDF/35kb/1page]
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on Tuesday awarded Winston-Salem and Forsyth County 16 gran...
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Article: Help Available for Homes with Lead-Based Paint
Help Available for Homes with Lead-Based Paint
Neighborhood Services - Feb. 23, 2010
Owners of eligible houses and apartments that contain lead-based paints will be able to get assistance in removing the paint under the new Lead Safe/Healthy Homes program.
The program is intended to elimina...
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Article: Heritage Awards Key Note Speaker
This Place Matters!
Historic Preservation Month 2008
Heritage Awards
About the Keynote Speaker
Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. is widely considered one of the most visionary and highly effective governmental leaders in America. First elected Mayor in December 1975, Mayor Riley is serving an...
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Article: Heritage Awards Nominees - Adaptive Reuse
This Place Matters!
Historic Preservation Month 2008
Heritage Awards Nominees
Adaptive Reuse Category
934 West Fifth Street (Before)
934 West Fifth Street (After)
Charles M. Taylor House
934 West Fifth Street,
Winston-Salem
Jeff and Susan MacIntosh literally saved the Cha...
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Article: Heritage Awards Nominees - Advocacy
This Place Matters!
Historic Preservation Month 2008
Heritage Awards Nominees
Advocacy Category
Preserve Historic Forsyth
Preserve Historic Forsyth is a nonprofit membership organization that started in 2007 and is dedicated to supporting the preservation of architecture, community a...
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Article: HND
Housing/Neighborhood Development
The Housing/Neighborhood Development Department develops housing and neighborhood revitalization plans and programs that accurately reflect local needs and conditions and citizens' desired strategies and outcomes. The department effectively and efficiently coordin... Show on map
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Article: Home House Codes Programs
Help for Homeowners and Renters
Homeowners and renters will find a wealth of information here on the city web site - this is a list to get you stared.
** see also the New Resident Information page
Abandoned Vehicles procedure (Neighborhood Services)
Bulky item pickup (Sanitation)
Co...
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Article: Home Ownership Locations
Home Ownership Locations
Current available locations are:
(Click on thumbnail to view larger photo)
Neal Place in the Lincoln-Maywood Redevelopment area - [map]
Sunbridge Subdivision in the Ardmore neighborhood - [map]
Salem Pointe in the West Salem neighborhood - [map]
Ridgew...
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Article: Homebuyer Links
Homebuyer Links
These external links will open in a new window; they are not part of the City of Winston-Salem web site.
Center For Homeownership
Consumer Credit Counseling
EPA (Lead Information)
EPA (Radon Information)
Experiment in Self Reliance (IDA)
Forsyth County Dept. o... Show on map
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Article: Homeless count to Be Held January 24, 2007
Homeless Count To Be Held Jan. 24
Housing/Neighborhood Development - Jan. 22, 2007
Contact: Tim West, 734-1305
James Asbury, 722-9951 extension 204
Media Advisory: Volunteers for the street count will meet in the auditorium at the Behavioral Health Plaza at 725 N. Highland Avenue at 9 p....
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Article: HRC National Register Districts
National Register Districts
Ardmore Historic District
Ardmore was constructed as the city’s first automobile suburb beginning around 1910; a testament to this is the large number of garages in the district. The Ardmore Historic District consists of several separately platted developments tha...
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Article: Human Relations
Human Relations
The Winston-Salem Human Relations Commission / Human Relations Department (WSHRC/HRD) educates, provides, facilitates, promotes, anticipates, studies, and recommends programs, projects, feedback, and actions for the elimination of discrimination in any and all fields of human rela...
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Article: Human Relations Commission
Human Relations Commission
Vision: The creation of a city-wide environemnt that is a place where everyone is treated fairly.
Mission: The mission of the Winston-Salem Human Relations Commission ("WSHRC/HRD") is to educate, create, facilitate, promote, anticipate, study, and recommend programs,...
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Article: Human Relations, UNCSA Collaborate on Social Justice, Empowerment Events
Human Relations, UNCSA Collaborate on Social Justice, Empowerment Events
Human Relations - Jan. 27, 2009
Contact: Wanda Allen-Abraha, 734-1226
The Human Relations Department is collaborating with the University of North Carolina School of the Arts to stage a series of intercollegiate event...
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Article: Infrastructure and Site Development
Infrastructure and Site Development
The construction or improvement of streets, sidewalks, utilities and park open space is primarily tied to housing development and principally in redevelopment neighborhoods.
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Article: James Taylor, Jr
About James Taylor, Jr.
Name:
James Taylor, Jr.
Council Member since:
2009
Profession/Vocation:
Juvenile Drug Treatment Court Coordinator, 2010 - Present
Professional and
Community
Associations:
Vice Chair of the Public Safety Committee
Member of the Communi...
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Article: Job Classifications
Job Descriptions/Classifications
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
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Accounting Clerk.pdf
Accounting Supervisor.pdf
Accounting Technician.pdf
Administrative Assistant.pdf
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Article: Job HNS Maintenance Worker Video
Housing and Neighborhood Services
Maintenance Worker
Description of movie:
Workers are moving trash, hauling scraps of wood, mowing, and weeding.
Housing and Neighborhood Services Department has 48 full-time employees and is responsible for the city’s housing stock and enforcement of hou...
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Article: Job Videos Listing
Job Videos
See the work activities of the job!
Click the triangle button to Start the movie. Adjust the sound with the slider control on the movie panel or on your computer. A text description of the video is shown on each page.
Housing Neighborhood Services Maintenance Worker
Sanitation...
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Article: Landlord/Tenant FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Commonly Asked Landlord/Tenant Questions: The following information is intended as guidance only and is neither intended as comprehensive legal responses, nor does it replace or represent the advisement of legal counsel.
Lease Agreements
Evictions
Rent
Main...
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Article: Lead Safe Healthy Homes Program
LEAD SAFE Winston-Salem
Investing In Our Future... One Child and House at a Time
LEAD SAFE is a program to eliminate lead-based paints from our community.
LEAD SAFE is for both owner-occupied and rental housing.
LEAD SAFE includes screening, testing, lead hazard controls, outreach, a...
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Article: Links
Links
Choose from the following links for further information, guidance, or help.
City/County Departments
Utilities Department
Zoning/Planning
Inspections
Neighborhood Services
Outside Departments (page will open in a separate window)
U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Develo...
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Article: Links
HUD Links
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development Home Page
Community Planning & Development Division Home Page
(Has a Directory and links to each CPD program page.)
CDBG Program
HOME Program
Economic Development
Special Needs
North Carolina HUD Office, ...
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Article: Links
Links of Interest
These links will open in a new browser window; these sites are not part of the City of Winston-Salem web site.
CIVIC/BUSINESS
Local
Convention & Visitors Bureau
FIRSTLine - A Community Resource Guide
Greater W-S Chamber of Commerce
Northwest Piedmont Cou...
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Article: Loan Committee
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS INFORMATION FORM
Name of Board/Commission
Loan Committee
(Economic Development Revolving)
Date 2/16/10
Authority for Creation
The Economic Development Revolving Loan Committee was created by a resolution adopted by the City Council on March 18, 1985.
P...
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Article: Loan Program
Economic Development Revolving Loan Program
Financial Assistance for Small Businesses is available through an economic
development loan fund if your for-profit business is located in the Winston-Salem Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (Map) or in the Hewitt Business Center in Old Sale...
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Article: March for Homeless Children 2006
Human Relations Sponsors 4th Annual March for Homeless Children
Human Relations - Nov. 29, 2006
Contact: Wanda Allen-Abraha, 727-2429
The Human Relations Department is sponsoring its 4th annual March for Homeless Children as part of the Winston-Salem Holiday Parade on Saturday evening, Dec...
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Article: Meet the Mayor
Allen Joines
Mayor of the City of Winston-Salem
more photos >
Mayor Allen Joines received his B.S. from Appalachian State University and his M.P.A. from the University of Georgia. In 1971 he began his career in Winston-Salem as Assistant to the City Manager. Subsequent promotions were t...
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Article: Molly Leight
About Molly Leight
Name:
Molly Leight
Council Member since:
2005
Profession/Vocation:
Retired from Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Bowman Gray School of Medicine
Professional and
Community
Associations:
Vice Chair of the Finance Committee
Mem...
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Article: Most Requested
Most Requested Pages ...
Top Visited pages
July/August 2010
Jobs
Pay Bills
Departments
Utilities
Parks & Greenways
Police Department
Bids
Bethabara Park
Accident Reports
Softball
Salem Lake
Most Often Searched for
Police Department
Soft...
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Article: MWBE Section 3
Section 3 M/WBE
What is Section 3?
It is the policy of the Congress, and the purpose of this Section 3 policy, to ensure that the employment and other economic opportunities generated by federal financial assistance for housing and community development projects shall, to the greatest extent...
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Article: My First Home FAQ
FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER INFORMATION HOTLINE: (336)722-0954
Frequently Asked Questions
about the My First Home program
What type of loans do you offer?
How do I qualify?
How much money do I have to have saved?
What else is required?
Where can the homes be located?
Is there a p...
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Article: My First Home NSP Program Information
FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS INFORMATION HOTLINE: (336)722-0954
Citywide Homeownership Assistance Program
The Citywide Homeownership Assistance Program (C-HAP) offered through the City of Winston-Salem is designed to increase the supply of affordable housing and opportunities for homeownership. In a...
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Article: My First Home WSFC
My First Home Winston-Salem/Forsyth County
City and county housing officials are partnering with local real-estate agents, financial institutions and the Center for HomeOwnership to help families or individuals buy foreclosed houses for less than their appraised value.
A special First-time Ho...
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Article: Neal Place Site Plan Map
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Article: Neighborhood Redevelopment
Neighborhood Redevelopment
When obsolete land uses and substandard housing conditions render conservation of a neighborhood area as economically infeasible, redevelopment may be undertaken by the City in consultation with the residents, businesses, and institutions in a neighborhood.
A redev...
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Article: New Commission for Chronic Homelessness
New Commission to Implement Plan to End Chronic Homelessness
Office of the Mayor - Dec. 20, 2006
Contact: Linda Jackson-Barnes, 727-2058
The City Council has appointed six members to the Ten-Year Plan Commission, a new commission formed to implement a plan to end chronic homelessness.
Th...
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Article: News Archive
News Room — Press Releases 2010
September 2, 2010 - Melrose Street, Sunset Drive Closing for Sewer Repairs
September 2, 2010 - Collection Changes for Labor Day
September 2, 2010 - September Is Campus Fire Safety Month
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be a fan on Facebook
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Article: News Archive 2006
News Archive 2006
December 26, 2006 - Sanitation Collection Changes/New Year's
December 26, 2006 - Recycle Christmas Trees
December 26, 2006 - Mayor Joines Wager for Orange Bowl
December 26, 2006 - Lockland Avenue Sewer Repairs - Road Closed
December 20, 2006 - New Commission to Impl...
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Article: News Archive 2007
News Archive 2007
December 31, 2007 - Sunnyside Avenue Repairs Extended
December 31, 2007 - KWSB Wins Fifth Award
December 31, 2007 - Public Input Sought on Police Investigations
December 28, 2007 - Mayor Joines, Council Member Clark West Ward Meeting
December 28, 2007 - West End ...
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Article: News Archive 2008
News Archive - 2008 Press Releases
December 31, 2008 - Streets Closing Next week for Drainage Repairs
December 31, 2008 - Free Flower Bulbs Available for Planting in Public Areas
December 31, 2008 - Mayor Joines Solicits Volunteers to Staff Overflow Shelter
December 31, 2008 - West Sa...
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Article: News Archive 2009
News Room — Press Releases 2009
December 31, 2009 - Police Chief Offers Tips for a Safe New Year’s Celebration
December 30, 2009 - Bedroom Smoke Detector Requirement Takes Effect Feb. 18
December 30, 2009 - Beware of Unauthorized Police Memorial Solicitation Calls
December 30, 2009 - ...
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Article: North Carolina Black Elected Municipal Officials Meeting in Winston-Salem
North Carolina Black Elected Municipal Officials Meeting in Winston-Salem
City Secretary - Aug. 5, 2009
Contact: City: Yolanda Taylor, 727-2224
NCBEMO: Kacey Barcliff, (919) 715-1222
Winston-Salem will host elected officials from across North Carolina Friday through Sunday, Aug. 7 - ...
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Article: North Central
North Central Winston-Salem Area Plan
PLAN STATUS. ADOPTED. The City-County Planning Board voted to recommend the Plan to the elected body on January 11, 2007. The Winston-Salem City Council adopted the Plan on April 2, 2007.
Click cover for published Plan
[pdf/2.56mb]
The City-County P...
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Article: North Suburban
North Suburban Area Plan
PLAN STATUS - Adopted. The City-County Planning Board held a public hearing and recommended adoption of the North Suburban Area Plan in February 2005. The Winston-Salem City Council adopted the plan in March 2005, and the Forsyth County Commissioners adopted the plan in J...
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Article: Northeast Suburban
Northeast Suburban Area Plan
By Marco Andrade
Plan Status - In Process. The City-County Planning Board was briefed on the draft Northeast Suburban Area Plan at their work session on Thursday, July 22. The Planning Board held a Public Hearing on the draft Plan on August 12, 2010, recommending a...
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Article: NS
Neighborhood Services
Neighborhood Services conserves and improves the city's existing housing stock, promotes the stabilization and revitalization of deteriorating and disadvantaged neighborhoods, and provides assistance in the planning and implementation of improvements a neighborhood may wish ...
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Article: Operation Impact (OI) Programs
Operation Impact Program
Operation Impact is a partnership between neighborhood organizations and local government to improve blighted neighborhoods by dealing effectively with nuisance properties.
Operation Impact coordinates the response of City and County departments that in the past have d...
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Article: Outreach
OUTREACH
Race Relations
Interfaith Community
Housing
Youth Outreach
Nexus Television
(Please click on the images below for a larger picture - use your Back button to return or close the new window)
Race Relations
Beyond Soul and Salsa
At each Beyond Soul and Salsa for...
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Article: Overview/History
Overview/History
Overview
The Winston-Salem Human Relations Department and Commission provide the voice and the opportunity for people to be afforded equal rights in their real estate transactions, including the buying and renting of their homes by enforcing the Fair Housing Act*. The Departme...
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Article: Performance Scorecard 2007
City Issues First Performance Scorecard
Budget and Evaluation - July 2, 2007
Contact: Ann Jones, 727-2639
The city has released its first Performance Scorecard reviewing the city’s delivery of core services to city residents, including public safety, sanitation, transportation, community an...
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Article: Police Chief Candidates
Four Finalists Named in Police Chief Search
City Manager - May 14, 2008
Contact: Lee Garrity, 747-7380
Watch the video of the public forum from May 22
City Manager Lee Garrity today announced the selection of four finalists to become the city’s next police chief when Police Chief Pat Nor...
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Article: Programs and Services
The City of Winston-Salem Seeks Proposals for HUD Funding:
Request for Proposals Continuum of Care 2010 [pdf/53kb/6p]
The City of Winston-Salem seeks proposals for HUD funding to provide permanent supportive housing for disabled, homeless persons and families, with a preference for projects s...
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Article: Public Meetings
City of Winston-Salem's Public Meetings
Current agendas and past minutes of the City Council and their committees
If you have questions about an agenda or minutes, please call the City Secretary's office at (336) 727-2224. Click the "See all events" link in left column for the city event cale...
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Article: Qualify and Apply
FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER INFORMATION HOTLINE: (336)722-0954
My First Home
Qualifications
How to Apply
To participate, prospective buyers must fill out a pre-application form. The form will be screened by the Center for HomeOwnership to determine eligibility. Prospective buyers also must comp...
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Article: Regulations
Requirements, Regulations, Rates and Fees
This page: Requirements & Regulation & Ordinances, Fees and Rates, Policies
See also:
Page 1: Forms, Applications, Contracts, Licenses, Permits, Requests
Page 3: Information, Plans, Maps, Policies, Reports
These documents require t...
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Article: Rehab Staff Contacts
Housing Rehabilitation Staff
Call or e-mail our staff anytime!
Name - E-mail
Telephone
Administration
Sharon Johnson
Rehabilitation Project Supervisor
734-1289
Michael C. Pearsall
Construction Management Project Supervisor
734-1285
Solomon Apara
Sr. Rehab Constru...
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Article: Rehabilitation
Housing Rehabilitation
This program provides financial and technical assistance to qualified owner occupants and investors to repair substandard properties. In targeted areas, low and moderate income owner occupants are eligible for direct and deferred payment loans, and investor owners are eligi...
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Article: Reports
Human Relations Reports
FY 07-08 Annual Report Summary [pdf]
FY 07-08 Annual Report - Full Version [pdf]
FY 08-09 Annual Report Summary [pdf]
FY 08-09 Annual Report - Full Version [pdf]
FY 08-09 Annual Report Appendix Item A [pdf]
FY 08-09 Annual Report Appendix Item B [pdf] <...
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Article: Reports
Consolidated Plan
These documents require the Adobe Reader;
a free download.
2009 - 2013 Five-Year Consolidated Plan [pdf/3.7mb/307p] Entitlement cities receiving Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership and Emergency Shelter Grants program funds are required to deve...
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Article: Ridgewood Place Site Map
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Article: Ridgewood Subdivision
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Article: Salem Pointe Site Map
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Article: Salem Pointe Subdivision
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Article: SE Ward Report 2007
ANNUAL REPORT TO THE CITIZENS OF SOUTHEAST WARD
Working Together in the Southeast Ward
Our Southeast Ward has a wonderful heritage. It’s the second-oldest part of Winston-Salem, and includes residents whose families have lived here for generations on end. In recognition of this, our ward...
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Article: September Is Campus Fire Safety Month
September Is Campus Fire Safety Month
Fire Department - Sept. 2, 2010
The Winston-Salem Fire Department is collaborating with Winston-Salem State University, Salem Academy & College, Wake Forest University, and the University of North Carolina School of the Arts in a series of events to ra...
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Article: Smoke Detector Requirement
Bedroom Smoke Detector Requirement Takes Effect Feb. 18
An amendment to the city housing code that requires smoke detectors in all bedrooms will take effect Feb. 18.
The amendment also requires a smoke detector on every floor of a house.
The requirement applies to new as well as existing h...
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Article: South Central
South Central Area Plan
PLAN STATUS - Adopted. The City-County Planning Board held a public hearing and recommended adoption of the South Central Winston-Salem Area Plan in October 2002. The Winston-Salem City Council adopted the plan in August 2003.
Click on cover to view
adopted Plan. <...
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Article: South Suburban
South Suburban Area Plan
By Marylin Moniquette-John
Plan Status. The City-County Planning Board has scheduled a public hearing on the draft South Suburban Area Plan for September 9 at or after 4:30 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room, 5th Floor, Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building, 100 E. First Str...
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Article: Southeast
Southeast Area Plan
PLAN STATUS - Adopted. The City-County Planning Board held a public hearing and recommended adoption of the Southeast Winston-Salem Area Plan in January 2002. The Winston-Salem City Council (formerly the Board of Aldermen) adopted the plan in May 2002.
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Article: Southwest
Southwest Area Plan
By Marco Andrade
PLAN STATUS. Adopted. The City-County Planning Board held a public hearing and recommended adoption of the Southwest Area Plan (SWAP) in September 2009. The Winston-Salem City Council adopted the Plan on October 5, 2009.
Southwest Area Plan
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Article: Spotlight on a Landmark
Spotlight on a Local Historic Landmark
Odd Fellows Cemetery
Located off Shorefair Drive in Winston-Salem, the Odd Fellows Cemetery is reputed to have been started in 1911 by the Twin City Lodge and the Winston Star Lodge, both African-American fraternal organizations. The Odd Fellows Cemetery ...
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Article: Staff
Housing/Neighborhood Development Staff
Name - E-mail
Telephone (336)
Administration
Mellin L. Parker
Director
734-1310
Marcia Dinkins
Senior Office Assistant
734-1201
Tim West
Program Supervisor
734-1305
Carol Cummins
Financial Analyst
734-1309
Ros...
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Article: Staff
About Us
The City-County Planning Board is a joint City-County agency serving Winston-Salem and unincorporated Forsyth County as well as the smaller municipalities of Bethania, Clemmons, Lewisville, Tobaccoville, Rural Hall and Walkertown. The Board is served by a staff which also functions as an...
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Article: Staff
Winston-Salem Human Relations Department
Meet the Winston-Salem Human Relations Team. Below is a photograph, a brief description of responsibilities and an e-mail link that allows you to contact each person directly. Please read the job descriptions to aid in delivering your comments, questions,...
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Article: State Dev. Zone
State Development Zone
This program was created to attract new companies and encourage existing companies to add jobs and investment to the more distressed areas within the state. The program provides NC State Tax Credits to qualifying businesses including:
An additional $4,000 state income t...
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Article: Structures Rec to City Council for Demo
Structures Recommended to
City Council for Demolition
The following structures will be presented for demolition at the Community Development/Housing/General Government Committee on September 14, 2010, and may be considered for demolition at the City Council meeting on September 20, 2010, at 7:...
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Article: Stuart to Retire
City Manager Bill Stuart to Retire July 1
Monday, April 03, 2006 3:11:56 PM
CONTACT: Mayor Allen Joines: 727-2058
Bill Stuart: 727-2123
MORE! City Hall
South to be
renamed
Bryce A. Stuart
Municipal Building
City Manager Bill Stuart told the City Council at its Feb. 6 ...
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Article: Sunbridge Site Plan Map
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Article: Sunbridge Subdivision
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Article: Talk of the Town 9-28-06
East Ward Talk of the Town was a big success!
Council Member Joycelyn Johnson and Mayor Allen Joines hosted Eat Ward residents on September 28, 2006 at the Sedge Garden Community Center. Topics included the Piedmont Triad Research Park, the future of the Davis Garage, housing initiatives, public ...
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Article: Talk of the Town 9/28/2006 - East Ward
East Ward Talk of the Town Coming Up
Office of the Mayor - Sept. 22, 2006
Contact: Linda Jackson-Barnes, 727-2058
Residents of the Winston-Salem’s East Ward are invited to meet with Mayor Allen Joines and East Ward Council Member Joycelyn Johnson at their annual Talk of the Town meeting, Th...
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Article: Ten-Year Plan Commission on Homelessness
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS INFORMATION FORM
Name of Board/Commision
Ten-Year Plan Commission Date 5/19/10
On Homelessness
Authority for Creation
The Commission was established by a resolution adopted by the City Council on May 15, 2006, and by the County Commissioners on August 14, 2006.<...
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Article: The Word Is Women- Stories of Empowerment Workshop
The Word Is Women: Stories of Empowerment Workshop
Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Time: 7 - 9 pm
Location: Catawba Theatre, Performance Place, UNCSA campus
Open to college students.
Sponsored by The Kenan Writers’ Encounters: The Word Is Women; the Winston-Salem Human Relations Dep...
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Article: Three City Employees Complete IOG Course
Three City Employees Complete IOG Municipal Administration Course
Office of the City Manager - April 16, 2010
Three city employees have successfully completed the 2009-2010 Municipal Administration Course of the School of Government of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. A graduat...
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Article: Trash Busters
WHAT IS TRASH BUSTERS: Trash Busters will promote community participation in combating illegal dumping by offering rewards to citizens who observe and report illegal dumping. It will be patterned after the Police Department's successful Crimestoppers program.
HOW IT WORKS: Individuals who observ...
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Article: Trash Busters News Article
Trash Busters Issues First Rewards
The city’s Trash Busters program to fight illegal dumping made its first rewards this month. This week, a reward of $185 was given to a caller who provided information that led to the arrests of two individuals for separate incidents of illegally dumping in the ...
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Article: Tu Comunidad - Backstage Pass Debut on WSTV 13
"Tu Comunidad," "Backstage Pass" Debut on WSTV 13
Marketing & Communications - June 18, 2008
Contact: Ed McNeal, 747-7361
WSTV 13 Broadcast Schedule Tu Comunidad - Informacion de la ciudad español
Two new programs, including the city’s first Spanish-language program for Hispanic resi...
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Article: Urban Progress Zone
Urban Progress Zone
This Urban Progress Zone (UPZ) program was created to attract new companies and encourage existing companies to add jobs and investment to the more distressed areas within the state. The program provides NC State Tax Credits to qualifying businesses including:
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Article: Victim Assistance
Victim Assistance
The Victim Assistance Unit (VAU) of the Winston Salem Police Department assists victims and their families with any issues which arise as a result of crimes such as rape, homicide, assault, etc. The VAU works as intermediaries in finding financial assistance, counseling, providi...
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Article: Vivian H. Burke
About Vivian H. Burke
Name:
Vivian H. Burke
Council Member since:
1977
Profession/Vocation:
Retired School Guidance Counselor/Industrial Education Coordinator, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System - Elementary and Middle
Retired from the State of North Carolina as t...
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Article: Volunteers Needed to Staff Overflow Shelter
Mayor Joines Solicits Volunteers to Staff Overflow Shelter
Office of the Mayor - Jan. 24, 2008
Contact: Linda Jackson-Barnes, 727-2058
Mayor Allen Joines is asking city residents to volunteer at the emergency overflow shelter at First Baptist Church on Fifth Street during cold winter nights...
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Article: W-S Municipal Excellence Finalist
Winston-Salem is an Awards for Municipal Excellence Finalist
Human Relations - September 7, 2006
Contact: Wanda Allen-Abraha, 727-2429
Winston-Salem is a finalist for the 2006 Awards for Municipal Excellence, the National League of Cities announced. The awards recognize outstanding programs...
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Article: Welcome to the North Ward
Welcome to my web site! As your elected voice on the City Council, I am proud to represent the North Ward.
As your council member, I will voice your concerns and opinions as well as advocate for the well-being of citizens of the North Ward and the City of Winston-Salem. Therefore, I would like to...
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Article: Wilderness Site
"In the end we will conserve only what we love. We love only what we understand. We will understand only what we are taught."
Baba Dioum
The Moravian Settlers carved their small settlement out of a 100,000-acre natural area which had been used by Native Americans in the past for hunting and t...
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Article: Winston-Salem Mayors Biographies
Winston-Salem Mayors' Biographies
Salem Mayors' Biographies
Winston Mayors' Biographies
Mayor Robert W. Gorrell
1917 - 1921
Gorrell was mayor for two terms. His father had been mayor of Winston. Gorrell had been an Alderman for the town of Winston from 1907-1909. While he was mayor, ...
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Article: Winston-Salem Receives Grant to Serve Homeless
Winston-Salem Receives $1.64 million to Serve Homeless
Housing/Neighborhood Development - Feb. 24, 2009
Contact: Mellin Parker, 734-1310
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded Winston-Salem and Forsyth County 21 grants, totaling $1.64 million, for programs that ser...
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Article: WSTV 13 Award
WSTV 13 Wins Savvy Award
The Trash Busters music video produced by the WSTV 13 staff for the Housing and Neighborhood Services department won 3rd place in the Promotional Video category for a city of our size at the 3CMA Conference 2006 Savvy Awards in October.
The Trash Busters music video ai...
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Article: Zoning Board
BOARDS AND COMMISSION INFORMATION FORM
Name of Board/Commission
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Date 8/17/10
Authority for Creation
The authority for establishing the Zoning Board of Adjustment is Article 19 of Chapter 160A of the North Carolina General Statutes. The Board was created by ...
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