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Forsyth County advances upset‑bid process for Hall of Justice while scheduling briefing on community affordable‑housing proposals
Summary
After public testimony from community partners and a presentation from Anchor Development, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners voted 5–2 to publish an upset‑bid notice for the Hall of Justice while scheduling a Dec. 1 briefing so commissioners can hear alternatives that would use the property to expand affordable housing.
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 20 agreed to publish an upset‑bid advertisement for the Hall of Justice property at 200 North Main Street while also scheduling a Dec. 1 briefing so community groups can present alternatives that would prioritize affordable housing.
Laurie Ingram, executive director of Anchor Development, urged the board to pursue an equity‑focused alternative, telling commissioners: “Option 2 ... converts the courthouse's value into a permanent local housing engine with 3 coordinated tools” and proposing that one‑third of sale proceeds fund a community land trust, one‑third a rental stabilization fund, and one‑third…
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