John P. Bond, III became the highest Black in Winston-Salem’s city government when he was promoted to deputy city manager. Other Blacks would follow including Alexander Beaty, who became the Assistant City Manager.
Alexander Beaty
Al Beaty, a former assistant city manager, retired in 1994 after more than 20 years working for the city of Winston-Salem in various capacities. In 2009, the Beaty Public Safety Training and Support Center on North Patterson Avenue was named in his honor. He passed away in September 2014.