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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Guilford County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Piedmont Memorial Cemetery Maintenance and Ownership
A resident raised serious concerns about the neglected state, lack of maintenance, safety hazards like copperhead snakes, and unclear ownership of Piedmont Memorial Cemetery on Greensboro's east side.
Interactive Resource Center Safety Fencing
The county approved $30,000 in ARPA funds to help build a perimeter fence around the Interactive Resource Center in downtown Greensboro to improve safety and manage trespassing.
Rural Fire Districts Funding and Staffing
The county is merging the Pleasant Garden and Climax fire protection districts into a single Central Piedmont district to streamline operations and taxation, effective July 2026.
Jamestown Law Enforcement Interlocal Agreement
The county and the Town of Jamestown are negotiating the renewal of their law enforcement contract, focusing on full cost recovery for enhanced patrol services.
Homelessness and Ecosystem Integration
The Interactive Resource Center board chair thanked the county for support while highlighting a public health crisis among the unhoused population and urging better data sharing and case management coordination.
Juvenile Detention Housing and State Bed Costs
The county faces rising costs to house older juveniles in state facilities due to capacity constraints and safety needs following 'Raise the Age' legislation. The board approved $250,000 to cover these external bed fees.
School Resource Officer Program Contract
The board approved a three-year contract continuation with the Board of Education to provide 16 sworn deputies for county schools, maintaining a vital safety partnership.
State of Emergency
Guilford County has officially ended the state of emergency for Winter Storm Fern, meaning operations are back to normal. You don't need to worry about any remaining storm restrictions.