Special Montreat Minute September 3, 2026
Convenience Center Update
A reminder that you can obtain your Convenience Center gate key fob now, prior to next week when the gate door will be locked at all times.
Obtain your key fob in one of two ways:
- Stop by the Town Hall to register and pick it up starting Tuesday, September 1 any time between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
- Fill out an online form and the fob will be sent to you via US Mail. CLICK HERE for the form.
The door locking system will go into effect next Tuesday, September 8, 2026. To enter, wave the key fob in front of the black verifier box on your left as you approach the gate. The gate will automatically unlock for you.
Several other important points about the new system:
- There is no charge for the key fob
- If lost, the old key fob will be deactivated and unusable. A new fob will be issued at a replacement cost of $25.
- One fob will be issued per household
- The Convenience Center will be available 24/7. However, MPD and Public Works recommend that you access it between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm for safety reasons.
These changes and improvements will result in use only by Montreat residents/guests. That means there will be virtually no completely full dumpsters anymore, preventing you from depositing your trash.
There will be a dedicated time at the October Town Council meeting to share your experiences and suggestions about the new system. Thank you for helping secure trash more effectively.
