Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in High Point public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in business jobs
300 Oak Street Workforce Development Facility
The city is turning a former industrial building into a training hub for trades, manufacturing and tech careers. This vote covers only design and pre-construction; construction pricing around $3 million comes in January.
Shops on Washington Street Funding
A $200,000 public subsidy to fix up two privately owned buildings on Washington Street sparked questions about whether city government should bankroll private, for-profit tenants. The committee sent it to full council rather than voting.
Municipal Personnel Policy and Holiday Revisions
The city council held a closed-door meeting to discuss municipal personnel matters, which is permitted under state law to protect employee privacy.
Downtown Hotel Development at North Elm Street
The city is selling municipal property at 305 and 315 North Elm Street to Terra Investments LLC for $1 million to clear the way for a new select-service hotel next to Truist Point stadium.
Project Crocodile Economic Incentive
The city approved a $75,000 building upfit grant to help Project Launch transform 1321 Long Street into a venture creation hub and office space, aiming to generate 40 jobs over five years.
Human Relations Commission 2026 Work Plan
The Human Relations Commission adopted a 2026 work plan aimed at expanding outreach to local families, surveying residents on municipal services, and aligning community programs with the city's strategic plan.