# Special Meeting City Council | 9-21-26 | 4:00 p.m.


**Body:** CITY OF HIGH POINT
**Date:** September 20, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Public Safety, Grants & Funding


The City of High Point City Council held a special meeting on September 21, 2026, primarily to discuss the proposed fire special separation allowance policy and its associated actuarial study. Financial and human resources directors presented projections and policy details, highlighting that the allowance would be a city-funded retirement benefit for firefighters meeting specific service and age criteria. The council reviewed assumptions, budgetary impacts, and comparisons with other municipalities' policies. Discussion focused on eligibility requirements, recruitment and retention implications, and potential policy adjustments. The council agreed to move forward with finalizing the policy for implementation on January 1, 2027, with the option to make future amendments if necessary. No contract awards or vendor selections were discussed during this meeting.

**Source:** CITY OF HIGH POINT