Larry Postell

A photo from 2019 of the former BB&T branch after being purchased by the city of Greensboro. FILE PHOTO

A photo from 2019 of the former BB&T branch after being purchased by the city of Greensboro. FILE PHOTO

Plans for former bank branch outlined by city manager

A bank building purchased by the city of Greensboro intended for a new city hall has sat vacant for a number of years at 201 South Main St. The purchase, made in 2018, came from earlier discussions and planning from a city comprehensive plan as far back as 2002.
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Council sets budget; hears economic development report

The city of Greensboro approved a new millage rate at this week’s city council meeting. A new millage rate of 5.723 was approved and reflects a decrease of .017 mills from last year’s rate of 5.74, according to City Manager Larry Postell. Council also approved a $13.
A proposed annexation of 42 acres will be included as part of a larger development prosed by Stonewalk Companies LLC. MAUREEN STRATTON/Staff

A proposed annexation of 42 acres will be included as part of a larger development prosed by Stonewalk Companies LLC. MAUREEN STRATTON/Staff

42-acre annexation tabled until zoning review

A 42-acre parcel south of I-20 and part of a proposed mixed-use development encompassing over 175 acres was denied annexation at its initial request to Greensboro City Council on Monday.