Breaking the Housing Crisis: Smart Solutions for Working Families
The Reality on the Ground. Grace Clifford, a local real estate broker, captures the urgency perfectly: homes under $300,000 are disappearing within hours of hitting the market. Families are making offers sight unseen, with inspectors walking through homes because buyers have less than 24 hours to decide. This isn’t a healthy market—it’s a crisis that demands immediate action. As someone who has spent 45 years building businesses and solving complex problems, I understand that effective solutions require leadership that can work with all stakeholders—developers, builders, city planners, and residents—to create real pathways to homeownership.
Greensboro Needs New Leadership — And Here’s Why
Greensboro has been named one of the best places to live in America — but rising property taxes and poor fiscal management are putting that status at risk. In “Fixing Greensboro: Real Leadership, Lower Taxes, Better Results,” City Council candidate Nicky Smith calls for common-sense leadership that prioritizes citizens over politics. With over 45 years of business experience, Smith lays out a plan to lower taxes, control spending, and bring real accountability to City Hall.
Greensboro’s Budget Band-Aid: Why a Temporary Hiring Freeze Isn’t Enough
In a recent article, Greensboro’s City Manager Trey Davis outlined a budget plan aimed at avoiding tax increases amidst a projected $5 million to $7 million shortfall. While a temporary hiring freeze has been implemented, questions arise: Why not extend this freeze until the budget is balanced? With rising costs and potential funding losses, residents deserve transparency and accountability. As Greensboro stands at a financial crossroads, it’s crucial to demand leadership that prioritizes fiscal responsibility. Discover how we can ensure a sustainable future for our city and why your voice matters in the upcoming City Council election.
The Choice is Clear: It’s Time for Fresh Leadership on Greensboro’s City Council
The mayor’s race in Greensboro is heating up, and it’s clear this election season will bring significant changes to our city’s leadership. With candidates like Mayor Pro Tem Marikay Abuzuaiter and former Mayor Robbie Perkins in the running, voters face a pivotal choice. This is not a moment for more of the same; it’s time for bold new thinking and fresh leadership. I bring over 45 years of real-world experience, a problem-solving mindset, and a commitment to making Greensboro safer and more prosperous. Let’s build a future that truly works for everyone—together. Your voice matters—let’s make it count!
Time for Accountability: Taxpayers Deserve an Independent Budget Review in Guilford County
As a long-time resident and taxpayer in Greensboro, I believe it’s time for accountability in how our local tax dollars are managed. With county departments requesting a staggering $49 million and Guilford County Schools seeking an additional $44 million, we face the threat of a property tax increase that could raise rents by 30% or more. It’s time to demand an independent budget review to expose wasteful spending and prioritize our classrooms over bureaucratic bloat. Join me in calling for transparency and results—let’s ensure our hard-earned money is invested wisely for the future of Greensboro.
Ensuring Transparency and Accountability in Greensboro’s Governance
As President Trump and Elon Musk lead the Department of Government Efficiency in tackling wasteful spending, it’s time for Greensboro to follow suit. Our local government must prioritize transparency and accountability, especially in light of recent concerns about conflicts of interest. With significant funds allocated to programs like Cure Violence, we must ask: are our tax dollars being spent wisely? Join me, Nicky Smith, as I commit to ethical leadership and advocate for comprehensive audits, public engagement, and independent oversight. Together, we can build a better Greensboro—one that truly serves its residents. Let’s make our voices heard!