Montreat News Archive
Montreat Minute for August 21, 2026
Convenience Center Improvements Continue If you have been to the Convenience Center recently, you probably noticed the new double gate as well as the smaller human “walk-through gate” to the left. These upgrades were made not only to improve service, but to prepare for the restricted access system which will soon be implemented. Beginning approximately…
Montreat Minute for August 14, 2026
Mayor’s Summary of the August 13, 2026, Town Council Meeting Greetings Montreaters, We had a small but hardy group for our August meeting tonight. We appreciate their and everyone’s support for our Town. I do these summaries so you know what is happening in Montreat immediately after our Town Council meeting and you don’t have…
Mayor’s Summary of the August 13, 2026, Town Council Meeting
Greetings Montreaters, We had a small but hardy group for our August meeting tonight. We appreciate their and everyone’s support for our Town. I do these summaries so you know what is happening in Montreat immediately after our Town Council meeting and you don’t have to wait a month for the official minutes. You can…
Board of Adjustment 8/27/26
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Thursday, August 27, 2026 – 5:00 p.m. Town Hall/Zoom The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose is to grant/deny a Variance request submitted by…
Water Service Interruption on Texas Road Extension – 8/12/26
The Town of Montreat is advising residents that water service will be temporarily shut off along Texas Road Extension while Town crews work to repair a broken water pipe. The water disruption is expected to last approximately three hours. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding while this necessary repair is…
Montreat Minute for August 7, 2026
Town Council Meeting Thursday, August 13, at 6:00 pm The Montreat Town Council will meet for its monthly meeting next Thursday, August 13th at 6:00 pm in the Town Hall Community Room.The Public Forum precedes the Council Meeting, beginning at 5:30 pm. The meeting will be live streamed. Everyone is invited to attend. The agenda…
Montreat Minute for July 31, 2026
Bear Resistant Trash Containers Required by October 1 Just a reminder that the new sanitation ordinance requiring bear resistant trash cans and containment systems goes into effect on October 1st. What does this mean? Any container, portable or fixed, that is at curbside containing trash must be a certified bear resistant container. If you store…
UPDATE – August Town Council Meeting & Public Forum 08/13/26
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, August 13, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold their monthly Town Council Meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. The meeting agenda packet can be found here…
Tree Board 8/11/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, August 11, 2026 9:00 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. The meeting agenda can be found here and the draft minutes up for adoption can…
Stone Bridge Advisory Committee 8/3/26
MEETING NOTICE Monday, August 3, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. Stone Bridge Advisory Committee Meeting Town Hall The Stone Bridge Advisory Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The meeting will not be available by Zoom. An agenda will be provided…
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting 8/6/26
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Thursday, August 6, 2026 – 10:30 a.m. Town Hall/Zoom The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. This meeting was continued from Thursday, July 16, 2026.…
Landcare 8/5/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, August 5, 2026 9:00 a.m. Landcare Town Hall Landcare will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. The August meeting agenda can be found here and the June 2026 draft meeting minutes can be found…
Montreat Minute for July 24, 2026
Tree Board Working with Chestnut Foundation The Montreat Tree Board is now working with the American Chestnut Foundation and bringing back chestnut trees to Montreat. Multiple plantings are planned in the very near future in the Town along with educational programming about the chestnut trees for the benefit of our residents. Montreat was once the location…
Public Safety Advisory – Texas Road Swimming Hole
Public Safety Advisory Due to deteriorating conditions in and around the Texas Road Extension Swimming Hole, including accumulated debris and bank deterioration, the Town of Montreat strongly recommends that the public refrain from swimming, jumping, or diving. These conditions create significant safety hazards and increase the risk of injury. We appreciate your cooperation as we…
Montreat Minute for July 17, 2026
Tax Rate Increased Due to State Legislature’s Actions Earlier this year, the Town Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget using Buncombe County’s anticipated 2026 property revaluation. At that time, although a higher budget was approved, the Town adopted a lower tax rate because the higher property values resulting from the revaluation would have generated…
Road Closure Notice – July 15, 2026
Please be advised that Chapman Road will experience temporary road closures due to shoulder repair work. The closures will be in effect for the remainder of today and may continue into tomorrow morning, depending on work progress and weather conditions. Motorists are encouraged to use caution in the area, allow for additional travel time, and…
Road Closure Notice for July 14, 2026
Please be advised that Texas Road, in the 340 block, will be closed today from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to allow for emergency tree removal. We appreciate your patience and understanding as crews work to safely complete this emergency work.
Water System Hydrant Flushing July 13, 2026
The Town of Montreat Water Department will be conducting routine fire hydrant flushing throughout Town over the coming days as part of our ongoing water system maintenance program. During this process, some customers may experience temporary water discoloration due to the stirring of naturally occurring sediment within the water mains. While this discoloration may be…
Special Meeting Notice – Meeting Date: July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Friday, July 17, 2026 10:00 a.m. Town Hall & Zoom Meeting Software The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The zoom link can be…
Montreat Minute for 7/10/26
July 9th 2026 Town Council Meeting Video For anyone interested in what occurred at last night’s Town Council meeting, you can watch the meeting video by CLICKING HERE. Town Budget Update On June 29th, the Montreat Board of Commissioners adopted the FY26-27 budget. Shortly after, the North Carolina General Assembly adopted SB474, which changes how…
Tree Board 7/14/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, July 14, 2026 9:00 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall The agenda for the meeting can be found here and the draft minutes up for adoption can be found here. The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at…
Planning & Zoning Commission: Meeting Date July 16, 2026
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Thursday, July 16, 2026 – 10:30 a.m. The agenda meeting packet can be found here Town Hall/Zoom The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The…
Convenience Center Closure Notice 7/5/26
The Convenience Center is temporarily closed because it has reached capacity. The center is expected to reopen on Monday, July 6, as soon as it has been emptied and is safe to resume operations. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to restore service as quickly as possible.
Montreat Minute for July 2, 2026
Here’s what’s happening on the 4th Don’t Miss the Gait Race 5K July 4th Get ready for the annual Montreat Gait Race 5K! The race begins and ends, of course, at the Montreat gate. The mayor will start the race at 7:00 am, with the runners taking off on Assembly Drive and returning to the…
July Town Council Meeting Notice 7/9/26
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, July 9, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold their monthly Town Council Meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. All are invited to attend. The meeting agenda…
Special Montreat Minute 6/30/26
Bears, Dogs, and Trash As you may have noticed, the population of Montreat has been swelling. It is a wonderful part of summer here– seeing old friends, participating in a variety of activities, and lots of porch sitting. However, summer also brings other things: an abundance of trash, bears getting into that trash, dogs barking…
Tree Work on Lookout Road 6/30/26
Tree Work Alert – Lookout Road Please use caution when traveling on Lookout Road near Anderson Auditorium. Tree work is underway in the area, and workers and equipment will be in or near the roadway. Drivers are asked to slow down, watch for flaggers and work crews, and be prepared for the possibility of brief…
Montreat Minute for June 26, 2026
Town Council Called Meeting Monday, June 29th at 10:00 am The Montreat Town Council will convene for a special called meeting on Monday, June 29th, at 10:00 am, to finalize the 2026-2027 budget. The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Community Room and will be preceded by a public comment period about the…
Public Hearing Notice – Proposed 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Budget
The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on Monday June 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road for the purpose of receiving comments on the proposed budget. The FY 26-27 Proposed Budget can be found within this link The meeting is…
Seasonal Home Reopening: Water Line Flushing Recommendations
If your home in Montreat has been vacant and winterized during the colder months, we recommend flushing your water lines upon your return. After arriving at your property, please run an outdoor spigot for approximately 6–10 minutes. This helps clear any stagnant water, sediment, or other materials that may have accumulated in the service lines…
Convenience Center Closure Notice
The Convenience Center is currently closed and will remain closed until the dumpsters can be emptied on Monday. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding. We will provide updates as they become available.
Montreat Gate Closed – Use Posted Detour Signs
The Montreat Gate sustained some potential damage on Friday, June 19th at around 4:00 pm. The Gate will remain closed until it can be inspected for safety. Please used posted detours upon entering and exiting Montreat.
Stone Bridge Advisory Committee Meeting – July 6, 2026
MEETING NOTICE Monday, July 6, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. Stone Bridge Advisory Committee Meeting Town Hall The Stone Bridge Advisory Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The meeting will not be available by Zoom. An agenda will be provided…
June 29, 2026 Special Meeting Notice
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Monday, June 29, 2026 10:00 a.m. Town Hall & Zoom Meeting Software The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The agenda meeting documents can…
Montreat Minute for June 19, 2026
MPD Chief Whitson Graduates from Leadership Academy Please join us in congratulating Chief Justyn Whitson on his graduation from the Western NC Law Enforcement Leadership Academy (LELA). LELA is an intensive, nearly six-month course of study focused on leadership development. The curriculum is designed to make a positive impact and affect meaningful change within our…
Montreat Minute for June 12, 2026
Mayor’s Summary of the June 11, 2026 Town Council Meeting Fellow Montreaters, Unofficial summer has arrived and the face of Montreat has taken on its summer countenance. Ready for some action and activity? As I have said before, I do these summaries so you know what is happening in our Town immediately after our Town…
Mayor’s Summary of the June 11, 2026, Town Council Meeting
Fellow Montreaters, Unofficial summer has arrived and the face of Montreat has taken on its summer countenance. Ready for some action and activity? As I have said before, I do these summaries so you know what is happening in our Town immediately after our Town Council meeting. That way, you don’t have to wait a…
Montreat Minute for June 5, 2026
Town Council Meeting Thursday, June 11th at 6:00 pm The Montreat Town Council will meet for its monthly meeting next Thursday, June 11th, at 6:00 pm in the Town Hall Community Room.The Public Forum precedes the Council Meeting, beginning at 5:30 pm. Everyone is invited to attend. The agenda is available by CLICKING HERE. The…
June Town Council Meeting Notice & Updated Agenda Packet 6/11/26
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA PACKET Thursday, June 11, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold their monthly Town Council Meeting on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. The meeting packet can be…
Public Hearing Notice: Proposed 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Budget
The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday June 11, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC for the purpose of receiving comments on the proposed budget. This meeting is open to the public and will be streamed using…
Tree Board 6/9/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, June 9, 2026 9:00 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. The meeting agenda can be found here and the May 12, Meeting Minutes which will…
Landcare 6/3/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, June 3, 2026 9:00 a.m. Landcare Town Hall Landcare will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. The agenda can be found here and the draft minutes up for adoption can be found here. The…
Stone Bridge Advisory Committee 6/1/26
MEETING NOTICE Monday, June 1, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. Stone Bridge Advisory Committee Meeting Town Hall The Stone Bridge Advisory Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The meeting will not be available by Zoom. An agenda will be provided…
Montreat Minute for May 29, 2026
Stone Bridges Project Montreat’s Stone Bridge Project is a collaborative effort between the Town of Montreat and Montreat Cottagers. The project is an opportunity to restore a piece of the town’s character and history. Following the damage caused by Hurricane Helene, the Town created the Stone Bridge Advisory Committee to help guide the design of…
Montreat Minute for May 22, 2026
Montreat Minute for May 22, 2026 Zoning Questions? If you’re planning a project, making property changes, or just aren’t sure what’s allowed, it’s always a good idea to check in with Zoning. This includes things like adding a deck or porch, building a shed, driveway changes, fencing, or renovations. Staff can help clarify requirements and save you time before you get started. Shelly Johnston, the Zoning Administrator, can be reached at…
Montreat Minute for May 15, 2026
Bear Aware Reminder We’ve had a recent uptick in bear activity around town. While it may seem harmless, feeding bears (intentionally or not) creates long-term problems for both residents and wildlife. Please remember to secure all trash, remove bird feeders, and never leave food outside. A fed bear is a dangerous bear—and one that often…
Appalachian Way Update
The asphalt on Appalachian Way is now vehicle-ready and the road is open to traffic. Crews will return in the morning to complete minor touch-up work. Traffic impacts are expected to be minimal, but please continue to use caution in the area. Thank you for your patience as we wrap up this project!
Traffic Advisory – Kentucky Road & SC Terrace Intersection
Vacuum truck operations will continue on Thursday, May 14, at the intersection of Kentucky Road and South Carolina Terrace. Motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to use caution when traveling through this area and to be mindful of workers and equipment. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this work.
Traffic Advisory – Woodland Road Concrete Work
Concrete work is scheduled to take place on Woodland Road on Thursday, May 14 and Friday, May 15. Motorists are asked to travel carefully through the area and should expect brief traffic interruptions during construction activities. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this work is completed.
Road Paving Notice – Appalachian Way
Paving operations on Appalachian Way are scheduled to begin between 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 14. Due to the steep terrain, narrow roadway width, and overall safety concerns, Town staff requests that all non-emergency vehicle traffic be delayed or that vehicles be parked on Lower Appalachian Way until paving operations are complete.…
Road Work Announcement 5/13/26
A work crew will be performing maintenance at the intersection of Kentucky Road and South Carolina Terrace using a vacuum truck. Every effort will be made to maintain one lane of traffic throughout the operation. Please use caution when traveling through the area.
Road Closure Notice & Paving Update – Appalachian Way
Town Staff will close Appalachian Way to vehicular traffic beginning today, May 12, through Friday, May 15. Access will be limited to residents only during this period. Work on Appalachian Way has taken longer than anticipated due to material removal requirements. Final grading and compaction are scheduled for tomorrow, with paving expected to begin Thursday…
Board of Adjustment 05/28/26
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, May 28, 2026 – 5:00 p.m. Board of Adjustment Meeting Town Hall The Board of Adjustment will hold a Regular Meeting on May 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of the meeting is as follows: The meeting will be available by Zoom. Link…
Road Work Notice: Appalachian Way
Work will be continuing today on Appalachian Way. Crews will be on-site with heavy equipment, and traffic may be impacted throughout the day. Please keep the following in mind: We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this work moves forward. Your attention to safety helps protect both workers and fellow residents.
Montreat Minute for May 8, 2026
May Town Council Meeting Cancelled Due to lack of a quorum, the Montreat Town Council May meeting has been cancelled. Three Commissioners will be out of Town, preventing a quorum. We appreciate your understanding. The June 11 Council meeting will occur as scheduled. Going Away? Ask MPD to do a House Check Cottagers are always on the go, sometimes for days…
Appalachian Way Water Disruption 05/08/26
Public Works Notice – Temporary Water Discoloration on Appalachian Way Yesterday, the Public Works Department performed culvert flushing work on Greybeard Trail. During this process, sediment in the water lines was disturbed, which has affected the color of the water on Appalachian Way. Public Works staff will be flushing hydrants on Appalachian Way today to…
Tree Board 05/12/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, May 12, 2026 9:00 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. An agenda and draft minutes will be available at the meeting. The meeting will be…
🚧 Road Work Notice 🚧 05/06/26
Milling operations have begun on Louisiana Rd and Woodland Road as part of upcoming paving improvements. Please be advised: We appreciate your patience as we work to improve our roads.
🚧 Road Work Notice: Appalachian Way 🚧
Milling operations on Appalachian Way begin today and will continue through May 8 as we prepare for upcoming paving improvements. During this time, crews will be actively working in the roadway. Please expect intermittent closures and delays as equipment moves in and out of the area. 🚑 Emergency vehicles and personnel will maintain access to…
Sanitation Ordinance Q & A 05/07/26
Following the recent adoption of the revised Sanitation Ordinance, Town staff and members of the Town Council invite residents to attend a special public forum to learn more and ask questions. The meeting will take place on Thursday, May 7 at 4:00 PM in the Town Hall Community Room. This informal session will provide an…
Montreat Minute 05/01/26
Street Repairs Begin Next Week At the March Town Council meeting, the Council approved repair and repaving of five streets including Appalachian Way, Kentucky Road, Salem Road, Louisiana Road, and Calvin Trail. Work will begin on those streets next week. Contractors will begin with Appalachian Way. The project will be done in three steps: milling…
Stone Bridge Advisory Committee 5/4/26
MEETING NOTICE Monday, May 4, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. Stone Bridge Advisory Committee Meeting Town Hall The Stone Bridge Advisory Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The meeting will not be available by Zoom. An agenda will be provided…
Budget Workshop 05/08/26
NOTICE OF BUDGET WORSHOP Friday, May 8, 2026 9:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Budget Workshop on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Montreat Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The meeting will be live streamed…
May Town Council Meeting – May 14, 2026
MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE Thursday, May 14, 2026 Town Hall The May Town Council Meeting, which was scheduled for Thursday, May 14th has been CANCELLED due to lack of a quorum. ___________________________ Angie Murphy-Town Clerk
Landcare 05/06/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, May 6, 2026 9:00 a.m. Landcare Town Hall Landcare will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. The meeting agenda packet can be found here The meeting will be available to view by Zoom. The…
Montreat Minute for April 24, 2026
Montreat Names New Police Chief Yesterday, Town Manager Savannah Parrish announced that Justyn Whitson has been named Montreat Police Department’s new Police Chief, effective Monday, April 27. In commenting on his promotion, Savannah stated, “Justyn knows and loves Montreat, and I expect that he will have a long and successful tenure in his new role.”…
Sign Ordinance Workshop 05/01/26
SIGN ORDINANCE WORKSHOP NOTICE Friday, May 1, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners & the Sign Ordinance Subcommittee (of Planning & Zoning Commission) will hold a Joint Workshop on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Town Hall, Montreat, NC. The Agenda Packet can be found by CLICKING HERE …
Water Interruption: Oak Lane 4/23/26
There will be a temporary water service interruption on Oak Lane for several hours to allow for necessary water related repairs. We appreciate your patience and understanding as this work is completed.
Road Closure: Texas Road to Community Center Circle 04/23/26
Texas Road to Community Center Circle will be closed for the remainder of the day to allow crews to safely work in and around the roadway. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Montreat Minute for April 17, 2026
Small Actions, Big Impact on Collection Day Our sanitation and brush collection crew encountered several challenges this week that highlight the importance of proper curbside preparation. In multiple cases, large cardboard boxes were placed out for collection without being broken down, taking up unnecessary space and slowing the collection process. Crews also discovered metal debris…
Montreat Minute for April 10, 2026
Mayor’s Summary of the April 9, 2026 Town Council Meeting Greetings! I awoke to 33 degrees this morning, and just before meeting time it was 63. I’m not sure what season we are in! But the warm afternoon weather, and perhaps the agenda, brought a good crowd to the Town Hall for our monthly meeting.…
Mayor’s Summary of the April 9, 2026 Town Council Meeting
Greetings! I awoke to 33 degrees this morning, and just before meeting time it was 63. I’m not sure what season we are in! But the warm afternoon weather, and perhaps the agenda, brought a good crowd to the Town Hall for our monthly meeting. As I have said before, I do these summaries so…
Tree Board 04/14/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, April 14, 2026 9:00 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. An agenda and draft minutes will be posted here when ready. The meeting will be…
Stone Bridge Advisory Committee 4/13/26
MEETING NOTICE Monday, April 13, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. Stone Bridge Advisory Committee Meeting Town Hall The Stone Bridge Advisory Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The meeting will not be available by Zoom. An agenda will be provided…
Planning & Zoning Commission 4/16/26
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, April 16, 2026 – 10:30 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 27811. An agenda packet can be found here. This meeting will be available by Zoom. Link…
Budget Workshop 04/10/26
NOTICE OF BUDGET WORSHOP Friday, April 10, 2026 9:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Budget Workshop on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Montreat Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The meeting will be live streamed…
Montreat Minute for April 2, 2026
Town Offices Closed Tomorrow The Montreat Minute is being published one day earlier than normal because the Town Offices will be closed tomorrow, April 3rd, to observe Good Friday. Regular hours will resume on Monday, April 6th. Sanitation pickup will not be affected. Of course, police services continue their 24 hour/day schedule. Town Council Meeting…
Updated April Town Council Meeting Notice & Agenda Packet4/9/26
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, April 9, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold their monthly Town Council Meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. The agenda packet can be found by clicking…
Open Burn Ban in Effect
Statewide Open Burn Ban in Effect Effective Saturday, March 28, 2026, the North Carolina Forest Service has issued a statewide open burning ban due to adverse atmospheric conditions, including extreme fire danger conditions that are forecasted, including low humidity, gusty winds, and dry fuels. The ban applies to all open burning, including yard waste, debris,…
Montreat Minute for March 27, 2026
More About the Sanitation Ordinance At the March Town Council meeting, the Council passed changes to the Town’s Solid Waste Disposal and Refuse Collection Ordinance, commonly known as the “Sanitation Ordinance.” The Sanitation Ordinance is part of the Town’s General Code of Ordinances and addresses how solid waste, recyclables, leaves and brush, bulk items and…
Landcare 04/01/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, April 1, 2026 9:00 a.m. Landcare Town Hall Landcare will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. The meeting agenda can be found here and the March meeting draft minutes can be found here The…
Power Outage 3/23/26
The Town is aware of a tree that has fallen onto power lines, and as a result, many residents are likely experiencing a power outage. Crews from Duke Energy, Montreat Police, and Montreat Public Works Department have responded to the scene and are actively working to resolve the issue as quickly and safely as possible.…
Montreat Minute for March 20, 2026
Revised Sanitation Ordinance Passed As reported last week, the Town Council passed what has been commonly called the Sanitation Ordinance. The revised ordinance, entitled Solid Waste Disposal and Refuse Collection, addresses a number of issues including requiring the use of bear resistant trash containers (BRC) and systems, solid waste and recycling collection, ConvenienceCenter usage and…
Texas Road Extension Repair
Public Works crews will be conducting temporary erosion control repairs in the Texas Road Extension area today. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to be mindful of work crews, equipment, and potential traffic delays. We appreciate your patience as we work to maintain and improve our infrastructure.
Board of Adjustment 03/26/26
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, March 26, 2026 – 5:00 p.m. Board of Adjustment Meeting Town Hall The Board of Adjustment will hold a Regular Meeting on March 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The agenda packet can be found here. The purpose of the meeting is as follows: The…
Montreat Minute for March 13, 2026
Mayor’s Summary of the March 12, 2026 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters, We had a good crowd for our third meeting of the year. There was a lot of discussion and much action taken by the Council. My meeting summary follows below. I do these summaries so you know what is happening in our Town…
Mayor’s Summary of the March 12, 2026 Town Council Meeting
Hello Montreaters, We had a good crowd for our third meeting of the year. There was a lot of discussion and much action taken by the Council. My meeting summary follows below. I do these summaries so you know what is happening in our Town immediately and you don’t have to wait a month for…
Florida Terrace Road Closure 3/10/26
Florida Terrace will be closed today, 3/10/26, for the Water Department to initiate a new water tap. The closure could approximately last for 3 to 4 hours. Please use caution in this area as workers will be in and out of the roadway.
Montreat Minute for March 6, 2026
Further Explanation on Road Repairs Last week we announced an initial paving schedule for Montreat roads damaged by Hurricane Helene. With limited funds available, we are unable to repair all the roads at one time. Thus, a schedule has been prepared based on various factors including condition, usage, and funds availability. We understand that it…
March 12th Town Council Meeting Notice
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, March 12, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold their monthly Town Council Meeting on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. The meeting agenda packet can be found here…
Tree Board 3/10/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, March 10, 2026 9:00 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. The minutes up for adoption can be found here and the agenda can be…
PZC Subcommittee Special Meeting 3/9/26
PZC SUBCOMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE Monday, March 9, 2026 – 1:30 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Sign Ordinance Subcommittee will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of the meeting is to review and consider approval…
Montreat Minute for February 27, 2026
Road Repair Update In last Week’s Montreat Minute, we gave an update on a variety of Hurricane Helene related projects. The most visible of all the remaining projects are road repairs. We estimate that remaining road, landslide, and culvert projects total between $6 to 8 million. Thus far, we have spent approximately $2 million. In…
Stone Bridge Advisory Committee 3/2/26
MEETING NOTICE Monday, March 2, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. Stone Bridge Advisory Committee Meeting Town Hall The Stone Bridge Advisory Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The meeting will be available by Zoom and the link can be found…
Landcare 03/04/26
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, March 4, 2026 9:00 a.m. Landcare Town Hall Landcare will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC. The agenda can be found here and the minutes that will be up for adoption can be found…
Montreat Minute for February 20, 2026
Montreat Leads Way in Solving Crime Spree In the early morning hours of Wednesday, February 4, the Montreat Police Department (MPD) received notification of a possible house break-in as well as multiple vehicle break-in attempts in Montreat. MPD Captain Tim Bradley was alerted and came to the office to begin the investigation. As the day…
Budget Workshop 3/13/26
NOTICE OF BUDGET WORSHOP Friday, March 13, 2026 9:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Budget Workshop on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Montreat Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The meeting will be live streamed…
Special Meeting 2/20/26
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Friday, February 20, 2026 2:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, February 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road. The purpose of this meeting is as follows: The meeting will be live streamed and recorded…
Board of Adjustment 02/26/26
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, February 26, 2026 – 5:00 p.m. Board of Adjustment Meeting Town Hall The Board of Adjustment will hold a Regular Meeting on February 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. The purpose of the meeting is as follows: The meeting will be available by Zoom. Link…
Montreat Minute 2/13/26
Happy Valentine’s Day Tomorrow From all of us on the Town staff and Town Council, we wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day tomorrow and hope you receive your favorite candy (or whatever is your favorite indulgence)! Mayor’s Summary of the February 12, 2026 Town Council Meeting Greetings Montreaters, It was a delight to be meeting…