Winston Salem

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A modern public bus arriving at a transit stop in front of a city hall, with the city skyline illuminated at dusk.

How City Hall Decisions Shape Public Transit Policy and Funding

In Winston-Salem, the City Council directly appoints all eight members of the Transit Authority, effectively granting local politicians complete control over the city's bus system operations and fundi

Michael Sullivan·August 28, 2026

Diverse group of people boarding a public transit bus at a modern, accessible stop in a growing city.

Transportation & Transit

Public transit must be prioritized for sustainable urban growth

In Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where 23% of the population lives in poverty, over 80% of public transit riders lack a car and rely on a system that charges just a dollar per ride, according to...

Michael Sullivan·June 7, 2026