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Forsyth County commissioners debate options after schools’ $5.03 million debt; private fundraising and partial forgiveness floated
Summary
Forsyth County commissioners discussed private fundraising proposals and possible county responses after Winston‑Salem/Forsyth County Schools failed to remit about $5,026,337 owed to the county.
Forsyth County commissioners discussed community‑led fundraising to retire roughly $5,026,337 that Winston‑Salem/Forsyth County Schools currently owe the county, and possible county responses if private donors raise funds.
The figure of $5,026,337 was provided by the county chief financial officer during the briefing; the CFO said about $4,740,707 of that balance related to school resource officers (SROs) funded by the county and about $300,000 related to school nurses. Commissioners said other smaller lease amounts had been paid.
Chairman Martin described…
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