Winston-Salem City Council

A new survey shows Winston-Salem firefighters are paid less than those in peer cities. Now council members are considering raises and a possible property tax increase.

A new cell tower disguised as a tree is headed to Shaffner Park. Winston-Salem officials say it’s needed to improve service in the city's dead zones.

Complaints about large vehicles blocking residential streets prompted city leaders to approve a new $50 parking fine.

Winston-Salem dropped proposed bans on camping and large bags in city parks after concerns they could target people who are unhoused.

About $35 million in state funding has already been funneled to the planned shopping, dining and housing development.

Officials say this will bring their accrual rates more in line with those of other city employees, but it’s a change the local fire department union has pushed back against for months.

On Monday, the council voted to approve next year's budget, which includes a tax increase. And, members tabled a decision on changes to firefighter benefits amid pushback. Catch up on what happened at this week's meeting.

The city’s current budget proposal includes a 45% funding cut for a homelessness prevention program. Advocates say "fewer dollars mean fewer people housed."

Montgomery has been arrested for failing to make restitution payments to the Bethesda Center for the Homeless. He was convicted of stealing from the organization in 2023.

Officials are estimating about 14% of the city’s budget is at risk, given the Trump Administration's recent cuts. City Manager Pat Pate says congressional representatives didn't provide any assurances during a recent meeting.