Archive for September 2022

Preparations for Possible Effects of Hurricane Ian It appears Tropical Storm Ian will hit east of us, nearer to Greensboro starting Friday afternoon and continuing into the weekend. However, we can expect much rain and significant wind gusts. Here is what the Town staff have been doing in preparation: They have been cleaning storm drains,…

Preparations for Possible Effects of Hurricane Ian Here is an update on preparations the Town is making regarding the upcoming storm expected this weekend as a result of Hurricane Ian marching through Western North Carolina. We are expecting significant rain and winds. Public Works crews have been doing a lot of pre-storm preparedness this week:…

NOTICE OF TOWN FORUM Monday, October 17, 2022 6:30 p.m. Town Hall – Community Room The Montreat Board of Commissioners will host a Town Forum on Monday, October 17, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC.   Come out to discuss and learn more about how the Montreat…

TOWN OF MONTREAT TREE BOARD  “Ivy League” will meet at Town Hall        at 9:30 am,  this Wednesday, September 28th to help our Public Works trim ivy from trees on our public-rights-of-way. See more…. Members of the Town’s Tree Board, staff and volunteers meet for approximately 2 hours once a month to help the Public…

Remember to join the Montreat Landcare Committee tomorrow, Tuesday, September 27th, at 5:30 pm in the Montreat Town Hall for a Bearwise presentation. It will be led by Ashley Hobbs, a bear biologist with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. Ashley will share facts about bear behavior, tips on staying safe, and ways we can live…

Become Bear Wise at the BearWise Presentation September 27 Fall traditionally brings more activity in our bear population as they actively forage and eat in preparation for their winter “nap”, called turpor. This means they will be out and about more than usual. So, improve your bear awareness. Join the Montreat Landcare Committee on Tuesday,…

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, September 28, 2022 Beginning at 1:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.  The purpose of the special meeting is to enter into closed session to interview…

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, October 5, 2022 – 5:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.  The purpose of the meeting is as follows: Montreat Board of Adjustment (BOA) hearing for a Variance…

Hydrant testing/flushing will occur on Monday 9/19 on the following roads: John Knox Road, Harmony Lane, Upper Mississippi Road, and Louisiana Road. Water discoloration may occur but it will go away once you run your faucets for a few minutes.

NOTICE OF MEETING Tuesday, October 18, 2022 2:00 p.m. Bridge Aesthetics Committee The Bridge Aesthetics Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. This meeting will be streamed for viewing on Zoom Software. Zoom link is as follows:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86117790637 ______________________________Angie Murphy,  Town Clerk