Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in High Point public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in water utilities with high priority
Upper Boulding Branch Sewer Rehabilitation
Bond-funded sewer repairs in the Upper Boulding Branch basin plus proactive cleaning of lines under North Main Street before NCDOT resurfaces the road — aiming to avoid cutting new pavement later.
ElectriCities Customer Service Survey Results and Utility Improvements
The city is purchasing $1.66 million in new digital electric meters from Border States to support new homes and replace aging equipment as part of its ongoing meter upgrade project.
Commerce Substation Equipment Upgrades
The city is purchasing standardized equipment to overhaul and rebuild the Commerce Substation.
Power Sales Agreements Extension for Catawba Nuclear Plant
The city is extending its municipal power agency sales agreements through 2043 to align with nuclear power generation.
PTRWA Regional Water and Wastewater Study
High Point is committing to regional strategies with the Piedmont Triad Regional Water Authority to secure long-term water and wastewater capacity.
West Green Drive Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project
The city awarded a nearly $3.9 million contract to construct green stormwater improvements along West Green Drive, funded largely by federal ARPA grant dollars.