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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Guilford County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Pedestrian Plaza Project
Greensboro's pilot pedestrian plaza on Elm Street is currently paused while the city gathers more feedback from locals. If you were hoping for a permanent walking zone downtown, you'll have to keep waiting.
Annexation
Burlington just annexed a rustic retreat for disabled adults sitting on the Guilford County side of town. Bringing this facility into city limits means it can finally expand and offer more services.
C-PACE Program Resolution of Intent
The county initiated steps to join the C-PACE program, allowing commercial property owners to finance energy efficiency and water conservation upgrades voluntarily.
Parking Ticket Amnesty
Guilford County is letting drivers pay off parking tickets by donating school supplies instead of cash. It's a win-win that saves you money while loading up local classrooms with the gear they need.
Overhauled economic incentive guidelines
The county's incentive rules haven't been updated since 2016. New guidelines would require incentive-backed jobs to pay at least the county's average wage and be located in Guilford County, add clawback protections, and come with a push to explain incentives to the public in plain language. Final approval is expected in September.
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.
Opportunity Zones 2.0 Nominations
Local jurisdictions are evaluating census tracts for nomination under the federal Opportunity Zones 2.0 program to spur economic development and affordable housing.