City of High Point

The approval came despite several southwest High Point residents voicing concerns that new investment could lead to current residents being displaced.

The pilot program will initially serve the northwest part of the city along North Main Street.

The proposed district would aim to encourage a mix of building and housing types in the West Green Drive corridor.

The new fund looks to create 1,000 new affordable housing units in the area.

Experience was a key to Barnard’s hiring, City Manager Tasha Logan Ford says.

Cheeks has served in many roles with High Point police prior to his appointment including interim chief of police and commander of the investigations section.

An employee for the City of High Point has been convicted on federal weapons charges.

Mayor Cyril Jefferson says transparency and engagement led to being one of 10 municipalities to be named an All-American City.

The reduction comes as the city prepares its annual action plan, which aims to address community needs for low to moderate-income residents.

The National Institute of Minority Economic Development's Research, Policy and Impact Center will help the city of High Point prioritize policy recommendations in its reparations report.