Montreat News Archive
Mayor’s Summary of the April 11, 2024 Town Council Meeting
Greetings Montreaters! This rainy day kept most people at home (watching on their computers?). We were thankful for the seven people who joined us. My meeting summary follows below, but the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. And remember that you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum Council…
Montreat Minute 4/12/24
Greetings Montreaters! This rainy day kept most people at home (watching on their computers?). We were thankful for the seven people who joined us. My meeting summary follows below, but the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. And remember that you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum To…
Public Safety Alert-Stay away from work areas! 4/12/24
The Public Works Department has asked for all residents, visitors and guests to steer clear of downed trees, power/cable lines and work areas where Town Staff and Duke Energy Staff are currently working. There are a lot of trees/lines down and Town Staff is working diligently to get everything cleared in a timely and safe…
Warning – Public Safety Alert! 4/12/24
Please be aware that there are downed power lines and cable lines all over Montreat. The lines could be in driveways, yards, main roads and side roads. Please do not under any circumstances touch or attempt to move these lines because they could still be live and could cause serious injury.
Board of Adjustment Spring Training 4/17/24
MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, April 17, 2024 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Town Hall – Conference Room The Montreat Board of Adjustment will be meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for Spring Training in the Conference Room at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 27811. The public…
Board of Adjustment 4/25/24
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, April 25, 2024 – 5:00 p.m. Town Hall Meeting Packet can be found here The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The Montreat Board of…
Water Outage on Tennessee Road 4/11/24
Water is out on Tennessee Road…..it could potentially be awhile until fixed. The Water Department is actively fixing the problem. Thank you for your understanding!
Montreat Minute 04/05/24
Bears Are Up and About Please be aware that the bears are awake. In fact, we are not sure they ever went to sleep since many were seen throughout the winter. They are hungry and their natural food sources like fruit and nuts are not available yet. This means they will be foraging for anything…
April Town Council Meeting Revised Packet 04/11/24
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, April 11, 2024 – 7:00 p.m. Town Hall Revised Meeting Packet can be found here The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold their Regular Monthly Meeting on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. This meeting…
PZC – Sign Ordinance Subcommittee Meeting 4/11/24
The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Sign Ordinance Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The meeting will be available by Zoom. The link can be found below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86237389728 The meeting packet can be found here
Road Closures Possible on Suwannee Drive 4/3/24
Road closures are possible on Suwannee Drive today as work crews are addressing bank stabilization efforts. Please use caution in and around this area. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Landcare 04/03/24
Landcare will be meeting in Town Hall on Wednesday, April 3rd at 9:00 a.m. The zoom link can be found at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81508589730 The agenda for the meeting can be found here The minutes that will be approved for the meeting will be posted when they become available.
Special Montreat Minute 3/28/24
Greetings from the Town Council and staff. Just several reminders about this weekend: Also, please be aware that the bears are awake. In fact, we are not sure they ever went to sleep since many were seen throughout the winter. They are hungry and their natural food sources like fruit and nuts are not available…
Wyck Road is closed at Kentucky Road Intersection 3/25/24
Wyck Road will be closed for a period of time at the Kentucky Road intersection for tree work. Please use caution in and around this area.
Woodland Rd Closed at Virginia Rd Intersection 3/25/24
Woodland Road will be CLOSED at the Virginia Road intersection for continued tree work today. Please use caution in and around this area. Have a great Monday!
Montreat Minute 03/22/24
Montreaters Voice Opinions on Honorary Designation of Assembly Drive At last Thursday’s Public Forum and in a subsequent on-line survey, the Town Council asked for opinions on whether we should add an honorary designation of “Billy Graham Way” to Assembly Drive. Montreaters were quick to offer their opinions. Clearly, a significant majority was not in…
Virginia Road & Woodland Rd Intersection Closed 3/21/24
The Virginia Road and Woodland Road intersection will be closed today (3/21/24) for continued tree work. Please use caution in this area.
Board of Adjustment 03/28/24
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, March 28, 2024 – 5:00 p.m. Meeting Agenda Packet can be found here Town Hall The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The Montreat Board…
Tree Board 3/26/24
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Minutes from February 27, 2024 meeting can be found here March Agenda Meeting can be found here Tuesday, March 26, 2024 9:30 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall Zoom Software with in person attendance The Montreat Tree Board will hold their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. by…
Special Montreat Minute 3/18/24
Montreaters Against Honorary Designation of Assembly Drive At last Thursday’s Public Forum, we asked for opinions on whether we should add an honorary designation of “Billy Graham Way” to Assembly Drive. We received opinions at the Forum and through a subsequent survey. The overwhelming response is to not establish an honorary designation on Assembly Drive.…
Friendly Warning about Convenience Center
Town Staff has noticed that the bear activity has increased around (and in) the Sanitation Convenience Center along with an increase of Montreat residents/guests using the center during the day and even more after the sunsets. Town Staff would like to ask residents/guests who are using the center to please be aware of their surroundings…
Montreat Minute 3/15/24
Montreat Minute for March 15, 2024 Mayor’s Summary of the March 14, 2024 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters! I’m not sure if it was the agenda or a beautiful 70-degree evening that brought everyone out to fill up the Town Hall Community Room! We were very appreciative of everyone’s participation tonight. My meeting summary follows…
Mayor’s Summary of the March 14, 2024 Town Council Meeting
Hello Montreaters! I’m not sure if it was the agenda or a beautiful 70-degree evening that brought everyone out to fill up the Town Hall Community Room! We were very appreciative of everyone’s participation tonight. My meeting summary follows below, but the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. And remember that you…
Special Meeting: Board of Commissioner Budget Workshop
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Agenda can be found here Friday, March 22, 2024 2:00 p.m. Town Hall & Zoom Meeting Software The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, March 22, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road. The purpose of this meeting is as follows:…
Virginia Road Closed at Several Intersections for all day tree work
Virginia Road is closed at the following intersections for all day tree work: Mississippi Road, Virginia Road and Woodland Road intersections!
Special Montreat Minute 3/13/24
Come to the Public Forum tomorrow, Thursday, March 14 Tomorrow’s Public Forum, 6:30pm in the Town Hall Community Room, will be slightly different than usual. Mayor Helms will be asking an important question on which the Town Council would like your feedback. The question involves honorary street naming of Assembly Drive. Come offer your opinion…
Public Hearing Notice 3/14/2024
The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing at the Regular Town Council Meeting on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. or soon thereafter at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Board of Commissioners to hear public comment on and approve, approve…
Montreat Minute 03/08/24
Introducing the Montreat Community Email Listserv! Come join the newly formed Montreat Community Email Listserv, a private community email group open only to Montreat property owners and residents. It is being offered as a convenient and fun way to connect with fellow Montreaters for conversation, to share information and resources, to request help or advice,…
Tree Work Just Below Virginia Rd & NC Terrace Intersection
Workers will be in the roadway today (3/7/24) just below the Virginia Road/North Carolina Terrace intersection doing tree work. Please use caution in this area.
UPDATED March Town Council Meeting Packet 03/14/24
Regular Meeting Notice The packet can be found here Thursday, March 14, 2024 – 7:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall. This meeting will be available by Zoom. Link…
Montreat Minute 3/1/24
Introducing the Montreat Community Email Listserv! Come join the newly formed Montreat Community Email Listserv, a private community email group open only to Montreat property owners and residents. It is being offered as a convenient and fun way to connect with fellow Montreaters for conversation, to share information and resources, to request help or advice,…
PZC Hillside Development Subcommittee Meeting 3/7/24
The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. This meeting will not be available by Zoom. Packet information can be found here
Landcare 03/6/24
Montreat Landcare will be meeting in Town Hall on Wednesday, March 6th at 9:00 a.m. The zoom link can be found at the following link: http://us02web.zoom.us/j/82885408654 The agenda for the meeting can be found here. The minutes that will be approved for the meeting will be posted when they become available.
PZC Subcommittee Meeting 3/6/24
The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Sign Ordinance Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, NC. Meeting packet can be found here This meeting will be available by zoom. The link can be found below: http://us02web.zoom.us/j/81621121033
Periodic Road Closures – VA/NC Terr Intersection 2/28/24
There will be periodic road closures at the Virginia Road/North Carolina Terrace intersection today (2/28/24) due to tree work and worker’s in the roadway. Please use caution around this area. Have a great day!
Tree Work on Texas Road 2/27/24
Tree work will be happening on Texas Road today, 2/27/24. No road closures at this time but please use caution in this area for workers and falling limbs, etc.
Montreat Minute 02/23/24
Water Bill Error We are very sorry, but an error was made on water bills that were mailed this week for the period of January 9 through February 14. When you receive it, you will note that there are no fees for your MSD Treatment Fee or Sewer Line Maintenance Fee. Those two line items,…
Tree Board 2/27/24
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 27, 2024 9:30 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall Zoom Software with in person attendance The Montreat Tree Board will hold their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. by Zoom Software and in person attendance, at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. Agenda can be found…
Special Montreat Minute 02/20/24
We are very sorry, but an error has been made on your upcoming water bill for the period of January 9 through February 14. When you receive it, you will note that there are no fees for your MSD Treatment Fee or Sewer Line Maintenance Fee. Those two line items, illustrated below, will be missing…
Montreat Minute 2/16/24
Corrections to the Montreat Community Calendar In last week’s Montreat Minute, we ran a community calendar with some of the many events occurring in Montreat this year. Unfortunately, there were several date/time errors: We are rerunning the entire calendar for your convenience. Please note that this is not a complete list, but hopefully it will…
Special Montreat Minute 02/14/24
Answer to Voting Question At last Thursday’s Town Council meeting, Mary Standaert asked an important question referencing the new state law about showing a photo ID for elections, including the upcoming NC primary election on March 5. Considering that Montreat voter registration cards indicate our town address as Black Mountain while drivers’ licenses indicate Montreat,…
Montreat Minute 2/9/24
Mayor’s Summary of the February 8, 2024 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters! It may be winter here in Montreat, but an enthusiastic group of 20+ people turned out for tonight’s meeting. My meeting summary follows below, but the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. And remember that you can view tonight’s meeting…
Mayor’s Meeting Summary 2/8/24
Hello Montreaters! It may be winter here in Montreat, but an enthusiastic group of 20+ people turned out for tonight’s meeting. My meeting summary follows below, but the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. And remember that you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum Council Meeting As I…
Planning & Zoning Commission Special Meeting 2/14/24
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, February 14, 2024 – 10:30 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of the meeting is for the Planning and Zoning Commission to review and make…
Board of Adjustment Meeting 2/22/24
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, February 22, 2024 – 5:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The Montreat Board of Adjustment will continue evidentiary hearing from…
Road Closure: Oklahoma Road (near 363) Closed till approximately 6:00 p.m. – 2/8/24
A portion of roadway near 363 Oklahoma Road will be closed today (2/8/24) until approximately 6:00 p.m. for tree removal. Please use caution in and around this area. Portions of this road will also be closed tomorrow (2/9/24) for continued tree work. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Road Closure: Greybeard Trail at Magill Drive
Greybeard Trail at Magill Drive will be closed for approximately one hour today (2/8/24) for tree removal. Please use extra caution in this area for tree crews will be at work. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Have a great day!
Montreat Minute 2/2/24
Opportunities for High School and College Students The Land of Sky Regional Council (LOS) is offering unique learning opportunities for 11th and 12th graders as well as students of local colleges. The Council is a multi-county, local government, planning and development organization providing technical assistance to local governments and administering projects and programs which benefit…
Planning Zoning Commission Sign Ordinance Subcommittee Meeting 2/8/24
The Montreat Planning & Zoning Commission Sign Ordinance Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The meeting will not be available by Zoom.
Updated February Town Council Meeting 02/08/24
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Packet information can be found here Thursday, February 8, 2024 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall The zoom link for streaming can be found below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87179464637…
Montreat Planning & Zoning Commission -Hillside Development Subcommittee Meeting 2/7/24
PZC Subcommittee Meeting Notice Wednesday, February 7, 2024 – 9:00 a.m.Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat NC. Meeting packet can be found here This meeting will not be available by zoom.…
Landcare 2/7/24
Montreat Landcare will be meeting in Town Hall on Wednesday, February 7th at 9:00 a.m. The zoom link can be found at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/82896837837 The agenda can be found here The minutes that will be up for approval can be found here
Tree Removal on Frist Road 1/31/24
Crews are working on Frist Road today, 1/31/24, facilitating a tree removal. Please use caution in this area. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Montreat Minute 1/26/24
Needed: Volunteers to Fill BOA Vacancies As of the end of this month, there will be three openings on the Montreat Board of Adjustment: two regular positions and one alternate. Your help is needed in filling out this important board. The function of the BOA is to hear appeals of decisions from the zoning administrator,…
Town of Montreat Water Update 1/26/24
Annual water tank maintenance is continuing in Montreat today. Remember if you should experience discolored water please run outside spigot until it clears. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause! If you have any questions call Angie at Town Hall at 828-669-8002.
Town of Montreat Water Update 1/25/24
Annual water tank maintenance is underway in Montreat today. If you should experience discolored water please run an outside spigot until it clears. Also if you see water running down Appalachian Way it is due to the maintenance and cleaning process. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause! If you have any question…
Town Hall Closing at 3:00 p.m. due to Weather
Town Hall will be closing at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, January 19th due to the weather conditions. Phones and emails will continue to be answered until 5:00 p.m. Stay warm and have a safe weekend!
Montreat Minute 1/19/24
Be Prepared for the Cold! The Montreat area is expected to experience an arctic blast this weekend. Extreme cold can often mean frozen and burst pipes. Pipes that are most likely to freeze are exposed to the cold (such as outdoor hose bibs, swimming pool and water feature supply lines), water supply pipes in unheated…
Wynne Lithia Springs Sub-Committee of the Open Space Conservation Committee Meeting – 1/24/24
REGULAR MEETING Wynne-Lithia Springs Sub-Committee of the Open Space Conservation Committee Wednesday, January 24, 2024 2:00 p.m. in person attendance only A regular meeting of the Wynne Lithia Springs Sub-Committee of the Open Space Conservation Committee is scheduled for Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in Town Hall. …
Tree Board Meeting 1/23/24
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Agenda can be found here Tuesday, January 23, 2024 9:30 a.m. In person attendance and Zoom Software The Montreat Tree Board will hold their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. by Zoom Software and in person attendance, Montreat, NC. The link to join the meeting can…
Cold Weather Tips from Town Hall
The Montreat area is expected to experience an arctic blast this week and into the weekend. Extreme cold can often mean frozen and burst pipes. Pipes that are most likely to freeze are exposed to the cold, (outdoor hose bibs, swimming pool supply lines), water supply pipes in unheated interior areas (basements, crawl spaces, attics,…
Montreat Minute 1/12/24
Greetings Montreaters! We were thankful for the hearty group who braved the cold to join us for the January Town Council meeting. My summary follows below. The official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Please remember you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum Letta Jean Taylor offered some thoughts…
Mayor’s Meeting Summary 01/11/24
Greetings Montreaters! We were thankful for the hearty group who braved the cold to join us for the January Town Council meeting. My summary follows below. The official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Please remember you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum Council Meeting On behalf of the…
Board of Adjustment Meeting 01/25/24
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, January 25, 2024 – 5:00 p.m. The packet information can be found at here Town Hall The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The Montreat…
Planning & Zoning Commission 1/18/24
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, January 18, 2024 – 10:30 a.m. Town Hall Meeting Packet can be found here The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 27811. This meeting will be available by Zoom. Link can…
Montreat Minute 01/05/24
As you may know, predictions are for bad weather starting late tonight and into tomorrow. The Town received a notification from Duke Energy this morning that said, in part: “Currently, Duke Energy meteorologists forecast widespread precipitation will overspread the area Friday night into Saturday morning with the main winter weather impact of accumulating ice due…
Planning & Zoning Commission Spring Training
MEETING NOTICETraining Presentation can be found hereThursday, January 11, 2024 – 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.Town Hall – Conference RoomThe Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will be meeting on Thursday, January11, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for Spring Training in the Conference Room atTown Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 27811. The…
January Town Council Meeting Notice & Agenda Packet – UPDATED VERSION
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Agenda Packet can be found here Thursday, January 11, 2024 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall The zoom link for streaming can be found below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87324176349…
Landcare 01/03/24
Montreat Landcare will be meeting in Town Hall on Wednesday, January 3rd at 9:00 a.m. The zoom link can be found at the following link: https/us02web.zoom.us/j/89101366213 For more information about Landcare please visit their website as www.montreatlandcare.org The proposed agenda can be found here The draft December 6th Meeting Minutes can be found here
Montreat Minute 12/29/23
Happy New Year from the Town Council and Staff! Holiday Hours and Sanitation Pickup The Montreat Town offices will be closed for the New Year holiday on Monday, January 1st. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, January 2nd, at 8:00am. Please note that sanitation pick up will be delayed until Tuesday, January 2nd. However, the…
Police Officers Needed in Montreat
We are seeking Police Officers to Join Our Community!! The Town of Montreat is seeking two police officers to join its respected and effective police force. Montreat is situated in a cove of the Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately 15 miles outside Asheville. This small community of approximately 900 full time residents (including college students) is…
Montreat Minute 12/22/23
Merry Christmas from the Town Council and Staff! Holiday Hours and Sanitation Pickup The Montreat Town offices will be closed for the Christmas Holiday on Monday and Tuesday, December 25th and 26th. Normal hours will resume on Wednesday, December 27th. Please note that sanitation pick up will not occur until Wednesday the 27th. However, the…
Be Safe This Holiday Season
We wish you a safe and happy holiday weekend. This is a test from admin. Please ignore.
Town Hall Holiday Hours
Montreat Town Hall will be closing at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, December 22nd. Town Hall will also be closed on Monday, December 25th and Tuesday, December 26th for the Christmas holidays. Town Staff would like to wish those who live, work, play and love Montreat a very Merry Christmas!!
Water Interruption on Upper Kanawha Dr, Mecklenburg Cir, and Upper Mississippi Rd
There has been a large water main break in Town that will cause service interruptions in and around Upper Kanawha Drive, Mecklenburg Circle and Upper Mississippi Road. Public Works and Water Department Employees are on their way to get this fixed. Water will be restored as quickly as possible. Please use caution in these areas…
Tree Down on Georgia Terrace
A large tree is down on Georgia Terrace near William Black Lodge. Crews are in the process of taking care of it. Please use caution around this area as there may be workers in the roadway.
Montreat Minute 12/15/23
Mayor’s Summary of the December 14, 2023 Town Council Meeting Greetings Montreaters! We had a small but participative group for our last meeting of the year. We’re thankful for our guests, as they add a great deal to the meeting. My summary follows below. The official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Please…
Mayor’s Meeting Summary 12/14/23
Greetings Montreaters! We had a small but participative group for our last meeting of the year. We’re thankful for our guests, as they add a great deal to the meeting. My summary follows below. The official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Please remember you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE.…
Board of Adjustment Meeting 12/21/23
MEETING NOTICE Agenda can be found here Thursday, December 21st, 2023 – 5:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 21st, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of the meeting is as follows: The agenda for this meeting…
Montreat Minute 12/8/23
Town Council Meeting December 14 at 7:00pm The Montreat Town Council will meet for its monthly meeting next Thursday, December 14th, at 7:00pm in the Town Hall Community Room. For a copy of the agenda, CLICK HERE. The meeting will be live streamed and recorded. For information about streaming the meeting, CLICK HERE. The Public…
Water Main Break on Lookout Road 12/8/23
There is a rather large Water Main Break on Lookout Road near the Allen Building, Belk Building, Wayout Building…..if you are near these buildings you could possibly have an outage as well. There will be a temporary water outage for around 4 to 5 hours to allow crews to repair the break. There will also…
Updated December Town Council Meeting Notice & Agenda Packet 12/14/23
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Agenda Packet can be found here Thursday, December 14, 2023 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall The zoom link for streaming can be found below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87666413673…
Montreat Minute 12/01/23
Burn Ban Lifted With fire weather conditions improving, Buncombe County and Montreat’s open burning ban has been lifted. “While drought conditions have not changed, the forecasted weather pattern will not be favorable for fire spread and development,” says Buncombe County Fire Marshal Kevin Tipton. The local forecast is calling for a pattern of receiving moisture,…
Westminster Terrace – Temporary Water Interruption 11/24/2023
There is currently a temporary water interruption on Westminster Terrace today, 11/24/23, due to a water main break. If experiencing dirty or discolored water let an outside spigot run until clear. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Tennessee Road Water Interruption 11/24/23
There will be a temporary water service interruption on or near Tennessee Road for a few hours this morning, 11/24/23, due to a water main break. If you are experiencing dirty, discolored water let it run from an outside spigot until clear. We are sorry for any inconvenience this might cause.
Town Hall Closing at 4:00 p.m. on 11/22/23 – We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving!
Montreat Town Hall will be closing at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023….Town Staff wishes everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!! We are thankful for those who live, work and play in the Town of Montreat!
Landcare 12/06/23
Landcare will meet on Wednesday, December 6th at 9:00 a.m. in Montreat Town Hall. The meeting can be viewed on zoom at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83569423870 For more information about Landcare please visit their website at www.montreatlandcare.org The agenda can be found here November Meeting Minutes can be found here
Tree Board 11/28/23 – CANCELLED!!
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, November 28, 2023 9:30 a.m. In person attendance and Zoom Software The Montreat Tree Board will hold their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. by Zoom Software and in person attendance, Montreat, NC. The link to join the meeting can be found below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83753034558 _____________________________…
Montreat Minute 11/17/23
Town Ends Fiscal Year Strong Our auditing firm presented the Town’s 2022-2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (our audit) at last week’s Town Council meeting after submitting it to the NC Treasurer as required by law. It was an excellent report. The Town is in a very strong financial position. Revenues increased to $2.3 million from…
Special Meeting Notice and Agenda Packet – Board of Commissioners Policy Update Workshop
Board of Commissioners – Special Meeting Notice Agenda Packet can be found here . The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting/Workshop on November 17, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC for the purpose of reviewing and discussing several proposed…
Montreat Minute 11/10/23
Mayor’s Summary of the November 9, 2023 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters! We enjoyed and appreciated the crowd who joined us for our November meeting. My summary follows below. The official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Please remember you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum To read more,…
Mayor’s Summary of the November 9, 2023 Town Council Meeting
Hello Montreaters! We enjoyed and appreciated the crowd who joined us for our November meeting. My summary follows below. The official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Please remember you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum Council Meeting Levonia stated in Carter’s four years working with the Town, this…
Road Closure: Tennessee Road
Tennessee Road is closed for an unknown period of time today for Duke Energy repairs. Please use caution around this area as workers may be in and around roadways. The Town apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.
Special Montreat Minute 11/8/23
Montreat joined Buncombe County in issuing a state of emergency banning burning effective at 12 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6 due to the extreme risk of fire. Under the state of emergency, all outdoor burning is prohibited, including fire pits, campfires, tiki torches, and chimineas. Only the preparation of food using outdoor grills is allowed. According…
Montreat Joins Buncombe County’s State of Emergency Declaration
Buncombe County has issued a state of emergency banning burning effective at 12 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6 due to the extreme risk of fire. The declaration applies within the municipal limits of the City of Asheville, the Town of Weaverville, the town of Woodfin, the Town of Black Mountain, the Town of Montreat, and…
Montreat Minute 11/3/23
Montreat Minute for November 3, 2023 Town Does Not Appeal Lodge Ruling The Town of Montreat has decided not to appeal the decision of Superior Court Judge Peter Knight in reversing the Board of Adjustment’s (BOA) decision to grant a Special Use Permit. Judge Knight’s decision calls for the BOA to revoke the Special Use…
Open Space Conservation Committee
REGULAR MEETING Open Space Conservation Committee Tuesday, November14, 2023 3:30 p.m. in person attendance only A regular meeting of the Open Space Conservation Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in Town Hall. The public is invited. ___________________________ Angie Murphy Town Clerk
REVISED November Town Council Meeting Notice & Agenda Packet
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Agenda Packet can be found here Thursday, November 9, 2023 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall The zoom link for streaming can be found below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84007915928?pwd=Qk04YjZpZU0xbm5OSExON3pyaEh5QT09…