Montreat News Archive
Montreat Minute March 14,2025
Hello Montreaters, We had a full house tonight and were encouraged by the interest of our fellow Montreaters. My summary follows below but remember that the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Of course, you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum To read the full meeting summary, CLICK…
Mayor’s Meeting Summary of March 13, 2025 Town Council Meeting
Hello Montreaters, We had a full house tonight and were encouraged by the interest of our fellow Montreaters. My summary follows below, but remember that the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Of course, you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum Council Meeting After I opened the meeting,…
Tree Board 3/11/25
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, March 11, 2025 9:00 a.m. Tree Board Town Hall The agenda can be here and the minutes up for adoption can be found here The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road Montreat, NC.…
Montreat Minute for March 7, 2025
Called Council Meeting Today at 2:00pm re. Hurricane Helene The Montreat Town Council will be meeting today at 2:00pm in the Town Hall Community Room for the purpose of discussing FEMA progress after the hurricane and discussing hurricane project prioritization. The meeting will be life streamed. All are invited to attend. Streaming instructions are available…
Updated March Town Council Meeting Notice & Packet 3/13/25
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, March 13, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold their monthly Town Council Meeting on Thursday, March 13, 2025, 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 found here. The…
Special Meeting 03/07/25
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Friday, March 7, 2025 2:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, March 7, 2025, 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 using…
Montreat Minute – Feb. 28, 2025
Montreat Town Hall Reopens After Hurricane Helene On Tuesday, February 25th, Montreat residents and town officials gathered to celebrate the much-anticipated reopening of Montreat Town Hall. After months of repairs and restoration following the impact of Hurricane Helene, the community was eager to step back into the heart of local government. The event was a…
Landcare 03/05/25
Landcare will meet on Wednesday, March 5th at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall. The agenda can be found here and the minutes up for adoption can be found here. The meeting will not be recorded via Zoom. The public is always invited to attend!
Brush Pickup Delayed Until Further Notice
Due to an unexpected equipment breakdown, brush pickup services are temporarily delayed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We will provide updates as soon as service can resume. Thank you for your understanding.
Board of Adjustment – Annual Training
NOTICE Thursday, February 27, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Adjustment will conduct their annual training on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 10:00 am in Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC 28757. This meeting will not be available by Zoom. ____________________________ Angie Murphy-Town Clerk
Montreat Minute 2/21/25
Town Hall Re-Opening Celebration Tuesday, February 25 After nearly five months of being out of commission, the Town Hall is now open after the Hurricane Helene disaster. And it’s time to celebrate. Come to a re-opening celebration open house on Tuesday, February 25th, from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Mayor Tim Helms will offer remarks and, along…
Town Hall to Open at 10:00 a.m. 2/19/25
Due to the weather conditions, Montreat Town Hall will not be opening to the public until 10:00 a.m. today (2/19/25). However, staff will still be available to answer phone calls and emails during this time. Should conditions worsen, we will send an update. Montreat Police and the Public Works Department will be on their regular…
Winter Weather – Feb. 18, 2025
A winter storm is expected to bring snow and icy conditions to our area on Wednesday and Thursday – February 19 and 20, 2025. Roads may become slick and hazardous, so please exercise caution if traveling. Additionally, there is a possibility of power outages due to the weather. Duke Energy will be handling any outages…
Gate Closed 2/17/25
The Gate will be closed for approximately one hour this morning. Please use the detour around the Gate. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your patience.
Montreat Minute 2/14/25
Montreat Minute for February 14, 2025 Happy Valentine’s Day From all of us on the Town staff and Board of Commissioners, we wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day and hope you receive your favorite candy (or whatever is your favorite) today! Mayor Pro Tem’s Summary of the February 13, 2025 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters,…
Mayor Pro Tem’s Summary of the February 13, 2025 Town Council Meeting
Hello Montreaters, Mayor Tim is out of town, so I presided at tonight’s meeting. We appreciated the 13 folks who joined us. We all enjoyed and appreciated being back in the Town Hall again. My summary follows below, but remember that the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Of course, you can…
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting 2/20/25
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, February 20, 2025 – 10:30 a.m. Town Hall The meeting packet can be found here. Minutes up for adoption can be found here The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, February 20, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in Montreat Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain,…
RFQ for Qualifications for Engineering and for Hurricane Helene Disaster Recovery Engineering and Mitigation Services
Click here for the Request for Qualifications.
Montreat Minute 02/7/25
Town Council Meeting Thursday, February 13, at 6:00pm The Montreat Town Council will meet for its monthly meeting next Thursday, February 13th, at 6:00pm back in the Town Hall. After four months of meeting in Convocation Hall, we are moving back to our restored Town Hall. The Public Forum precedes the Council Meeting, beginning at…
February Town Council Meeting 2/13/25
The February Town Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 13th at 6:00 p.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711. The Public Forum will be held at 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend. This meeting will be live-streamed and recorded with Zoom meeting software. The link can…
Tree Board 02/11/25
Tree Board will be meeting on Tuesday, February 11th at 9:00 a.m. in Town Hall at 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711. The Agenda can be found here and the January 14th Minutes can be found here The meeting will not be live-streamed or recorded. Angie Murphy – Town Clerk
Board of Adjustment Annual Training 2/12/25
The Montreat Board of Adjustment will conduct their annual training on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711. This meeting will not be available by zoom. Angie Murphy-Town Clerk
Montreat Minute 1/31/25
Fire Update Yesterday we sent a Special Montreat Minute alerting of three wildfires burning over the mountain in McDowell County. As an update, two of the fires have been totally contained. However, as of this morning, the North Fork fire has grown to 200 acres and is only 20% contained. Fortunately, winds have died down…
Special Montreat Minute 1/30/25
Fire Threat High As you may know, there are currently three active brush/wildfires in the Old Fort area, only one of which is reasonably contained. Please be aware of this potential threat to Montreat due to high winds and dry conditions.
Landcare 02/05/25
Landcare will be meeting in Montreat Town Hall on Wednesday, February 5th at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will not be live streamed or recorded. The meeting agenda can be found here. The Draft January minutes can be found here. The public is invited to attend.
Water Outage on Kentucky Road 1/28/25
There will be a water outage on Kentucky Road for several hours while the water department fixes a water leak. Thank you for your understanding.
Water Restored on Georgia Terrace 1/27/25
The water has been turned back on at Georgia Terrace and the water leak has been fixed. Thank you for your patience!
Water Outage on Georgia Terrace 01/27/2025
There is currently a water outage on Georgia Terrace to fix an active water leak. The water department anticipates it being off for approximately an hour. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding.
Special Montreat Minute 1/24/25
Post Office Reopens Tomorrow! Our beloved Montreat Post Office is reopening tomorrow, Saturday, January 25th. You can pick up your mail but counter service will not be available until Monday, January 27th. After nearly four months since the hurricane, Postmaster Jordan Henry is pleased that all repairs have been made and the facility will be…
Montreat Minute 1/24/25
Town Hall to Reopen Tuesday The Town Hall will reopen on Tuesday, January 28th, four months and one day after the hurricane flooded the east end of the building. Repairs have been made to the interior, while repairs to the pocket park and landscaping will be done in the spring. Administrative staff will continue to…
South Carolina Terrace Closed-Tree Removal 1/21/25
South Carolina Terrace will be closed for a few hours today (1/21/25) for tree removal. Please use caution in and around this area.
Board of Adjustment 1/23/25
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, January 23, 2025 – 5:00 p.m. Bell Building The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. at the Bell Building, 329 Texas Rd, Montreat, NC 28757. The agenda for this meeting can be found on the Town of Montreat’s website. This meeting…
Montreat Minute 1/17/25
Town Offices Closed for Martin Luther King Day The Town offices will be closed on Monday, January 20th, for the MLK Jr. holiday. Sanitation services will be delayed until Tuesday the 21st. Be Prepared for the Cold (Again!)! The Montreat area is expected to experience an arctic blast early next week– the coldest days yet.…
Roadwork in Montreat
Please be aware of the following roadwork today and tomorrow, January 14th and 15th 2025. Greybeard Road: Shoulder repairsTemporary closure on Assembly Drive due to tree removal. Detour route will be Georgia Terrace. Signs will be posted. For your safety and the safety of our crews, please: Thank you for your patience and cooperation as…
Town of Montreat Offices Closing at 12 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10, Due to Inclement Weather
Town administrative offices will be closing at 12 p.m. Fri., Jan. 10, 2025, due to inclement weather. Town Public Works and Public Safety Departments will be staffed and monitoring road conditions and responding to any emergency calls.
Montreat Minute 1/10/25
Montreat Minute for January 10, 2025 Mayor’s Summary of the January 9, 2025 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreator’s We had a small but hearty contingent who braved the cold to join the Council and staff for the first meeting of the new year. My summary follows below, but remember that the official minutes will be…
Mayor’s Meeting Summary January 9, 2025 Town Council Meeting
Hello Montreators- We had a small but hearty contingent who braved the cold to join the Council and staff for the first meeting of the new year. My summary follows below, but remember that the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Of course, you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING HERE.…
Cold Weather Reminders!
A few cold weather tips to remember in the coming days…. Please be careful and stay warm!
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting 1/15/25
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, January 15, 2025 – 10:30 a.m. Thompson Brown Room (Moore Center) The meeting packet can be found here The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in the Thompson Brown Room (bottom floor of the Moore Center) 303 Lookout Road, Montreat,…
Road Construction
Please be aware of the road construction happening today and tomorrow, January 8th and 9th, 2025: Greybeard Road: Crews will be repairing the shoulder. Expect delays and stay back from heavy equipment for everyone’s safety. Kanawha Drive: Construction will be underway for debris cleanup. Please exercise caution while traveling through this area. Thank you for…
Tree Board 01/14/25
Tree Board will meet Tuesday January 14th at 9:00 a.m. in the Thompson Brown Room (bottom floor of Moore Center), 303 Lookout Rd, Montreat, NC. The meeting will not be live-streamed or recorded, but the public is welcome. The agenda packet can be found here
Debris Clearing at Welch Field
FEMA contractors will be clearing the debris at Welch Field today. Please use extreme caution as heavy trucks will be moving in and out of the area. For your safety: – Stay at least 100 feet back from all operations and vehicles. – Keep children and pets away from the site. – Follow all posted…
Landcare 1/8/25
Montreat Landcare will be meeting in the Swannanoa Room of the Allen Building (304 Lookout Road) on Wednesday, January 8th at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will not be live streamed or recorded. The agenda can be found here and the most recent minutes can be found here. For more information about Landcare please visit their…
Montreat Minute – January 3, 2025
Montreat Minute for January 3, 2025 Happy New Year from the Council and Town Staff The Town Council and staff wish all Montreaters Happy New Year. We hope and pray that 2025 will be a positive year for you and your family. Town Council Meeting Thursday, January 9, at 6:00pm The Montreat Town Council will…
January Town Council Meeting Notice & Revised Agenda Packet
MEETING NOTICE Agenda Packet can be found here Thursday, January 9, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. Convocation Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold their Regular Monthly Meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Convocation Hall, 401 Assembly Dr, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. This meeting will…
Special Montreat Minute 12/24/24
There will not be a Montreat Minute this week. Town Staff wishes you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy & Healthy New Year! Just a reminder that the Montreat Town Offices will be closed for the Christmas Holiday Wednesday through Friday, December 25 – 27th. Normal hours will resume on Monday, December…
Montreat Minute – December 20, 2024
Merry Christmas from the Town Council and Staff! Holiday Hours and Sanitation Pickup The Montreat Town offices will be closed for the Christmas Holiday Wednesday through Friday, December 25th – 27th. Normal hours will resume on Monday, December 30th. Of course, police services will be available as usual. Sanitation pick up will occur as usual…
Montreat Minute 12/13/24
Mayor’s Summary of the December 12, 2024 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters- On this cold December evening, we were delighted to see about a dozen residents and friends in attendance. My summary follows below, but the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Of course, you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING…
Mayor’s Meeting Summary 12/12/24
Mayor’s Summary of the December 12, 2024 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters- On this cold December evening, we were delighted to see about a dozen residents and friends in attendance. My summary follows below, but the official minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. Of course, you can view tonight’s meeting recording by CLICKING…
Town Council Meeting Notice 12/12/24
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, December 12, 2024 – 6:00 p.m.Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Meeting on Thursday, December 12,2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.At this meeting, the Board of Commissioners will consider a request by Gary Higgins(property owner of PIN# 071077202100000) to grant or deny…
Montreat Minute 12/6/24
Come to the Gate Lighting Today at 4:30 All are invited to the 2024 Lighting of the Montreat Gate for Christmas this afternoon, December 6th. The community gathering will begin at 4:30 at the gate. Just follow the sound of the Montreat Calliope playing Christmas carols, courtesy of Robert and Kristi Sulaski. Refreshments and fellowship…
December Updated Town Council Meeting Notice & Packet
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, December 12, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. Convocation Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Meeting on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Convocation Hall, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. The Meeting Packet can be found here This meeting will be available by Zoom.…
Road Detours & Blocked Roads 12/5/24
Virginia Road is blocked by fallen trees. For people traveling to or from Greybeard Trail please take the following detour Georgia Terrace to North Carolina Terrace to West Virginia Terrace. Please use caution and drive slowly in these areas.
Planning & Zoning Special Meeting 12/11/24
MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, December 11, 2024 – 10:30 a.m. Assembly Inn (Convocation Hall) The meeting packet can be found here The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the Assembly Inn (Convocation Hall), 401 Assembly Drive, Montreat, NC 28757.The Planning and Zoning Commission…
Final Two Weeks of Storm Debris Removal
The Public Works Department will be picking up vegetative storm debris for two more weeks (the week of December 2nd and the week of December 9th). Beginning on December 16th there will be a fee to remove any storm debris.
Road Closure – Lower Greybeard Trail-12/2/24
Lower Greybeard Trail is closed today (12/2) for a water line installation project. Please use West Virginia Terrace as a detour. Travel slowly and be safe!!
Montreat Minute 11/22/24
Post Office Temporarily Closed As you may have read earlier this week, the Montreat Post Office is temporarily closed and all mail is available at the Ridgecrest Post Office at 2 Tucker Road in Ridgecrest (if looking for GPS directions, it will be 2 Tucker Road, Black Mountain). The reason for the temporary relocation is…
Special Montreat Minute 11/20/24
Special Montreat Minute Important Notice: Post Office Temporary Relocation Starting tomorrow, Thursday, November 21, the Montreat Post Office will be closed and all mail will be available at the Ridgecrest Post Office at 2 Tucker Road in Ridgecrest (if looking for directions, it will be 2 Tucker Road, Black Mountain). The reason for the temporary…
Request for Proposals
Comprehensive Disaster Recovery Services, Financial and Grant Management Support including Public Assistance / Hazard Mitigation & Grant Management Consulting Services The Town of Montreat, North Carolina (the “Town”), is requesting proposals from qualified firms for Professional Services related to all aspects of Federal Public Assistance and Mitigation Assistance following a declared disaster incident. Notice is…
Montreat Minute – Nov. 15, 2024
Mayor’s Summary of the November 14, 2024 Town Council Meeting Greetings fellow Montreaters, We had a good turnout for tonight’s Council meeting in Convocation Hall. We are grateful to MRA for letting us use this space while the Town Hall is undergoing flood repairs. My summary follows below, but the official minutes will be in…
Montreat Gate Detour 11/13/24
A crew will be doing some minor work at the Montreat Gate today (Wednesday, November 13th). Please follow the detour signs with caution.
Montreat Minute 11/8/24
Town Council Meeting Thursday, November 14, at 6:00pm The Montreat Town Council will meet for its monthly meeting next Thursday, November 14th, at 6:00pm in Assembly Inn’s Convocation Hall. Please note the change in location while the Town Hall is being restored from the hurricane. As usual, the Public Forum precedes the Council Meeting, beginning…
Updated November Town Council Meeting Notice & Agenda Packet
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, November 14, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. Convocation Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Meeting on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Convocation Hall, Montreat, NC. The Public Forum will begin at 5:30 p.m. The agenda packet can be found here This meeting will be available by Zoom.…
Water Line Repairs – Use Caution!
Please use caution around the Assembly Drive, Assembly Circle and Greybeard Trail intersection on Tuesday, November 5th. There is a water line repair in progress and the roadway is down to one accessible lane for travel.
Montreat Minute – Nov. 1, 2024
Audit Approved and Sent to State The Town’s 2023-2024 Audit was approved yesterday by the Audit Committee and immediately followed by the Town Council. It was then sent to the State in advance of the original deadline set by them. But due to the hurricane, the State Treasurer gave Western NC communities a liberal extension.…
Texas Road Bridge
Texas Road Bridge is closed to pedestrian traffic. An inspection revealed that the existing widespread timber decay was made worse by Hurricane Helene. The bridge is structurally unsound. Demolition of the bridge will take place in the near future. Unfortunately, it is not safe to allow the bridge to stand due to the risk of…
Water Interruption on Calvin Trail 10/31/24
There will be water interruptions on Calvin Trail throughout the day on October 31, 2024 as repairs are made to the lines. Thank you for your patience as we work on these repairs.
Damage Assessment Update
Buncombe County inspectors conducting exterior inspections of all homes in Montreat will be finishing up today. This is mandated by the state of North Carolina. You do not need to be home for the inspection. They will not be inspecting the inside of homes, they are conducting exterior inspections only. Their assessments will let you know what may…
Metropolitan Sewerage District (MSD) Working in Roadways on 10/30/24
Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County has notified us that they will be working in the areas of Greybeard Trail, Kentucky Road, and Assembly Circle on Wednesday, October 30th. They will be clearing out sewer lines and manholes and have requested that residents, guests, and visitors avoid these areas if at all possible.
Board of Commissioners and Audit Committee Joint Special Meeting 10/31/24
MEETING NOTICE Thursday, October 31, 2024 – 11:00 a.m. Convocation Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners & the Montreat Audit Committee will hold a Joint Special Meeting on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Convocation Hall, Montreat, NC. The purpose of the meeting is for the Board of Commissioners and the Montreat Audit…
Convenience Center Temporarily Closed 10/28/24
The Town’s Convenience Center has been temporarily closed due to unsafe conditions. The Convenience Center will reopen as soon as repairs have been made. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Montreat Minute 10/25/24
The Town Council met this morning for a special meeting to discuss hurricane related issues. The meeting was not live streamed due to lack of equipment in the temporary quarters. However, it was recorded and the video may be viewed by CLICKING HERE. Highlights of the meeting include: Donations Still Being Accepted We are very…
A Note from the Public Works Director regarding Hurricane Helene Debris Pickup
Public Works Director Barry Creasman has requested that all residents pile Hurricane Helene Debris at the edge of their individual properties. DO NOT BLOCK THE ROADWAY! Public Works will pickup sometime in the near future. Thank you for your understanding!
Special Audit Committee Meeting CANCELED – 10/24/24
The Special Audit Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 24th at 10:00 a.m. has been canceled. Thank you for your understanding!
Community Meeting Summary – Oct. 21, 2024
Town Manager, Savannah Parrish, opened the meeting with several very positive updates. Notes from today’s meeting include: • The boiled drinking water advisory was lifted on Friday. Water from the tap is now drinkable without having to boil it.• The Post Office has returned to its permanent offices and is fully functioning• Curbside trash service…
Boil Water Notice Lifted
BOIL WATER NOTICE LIFTED – OCT. 18, 2024 Based on laboratory analysis of water samples, Town of Montreat water customers are hereby notified that it is no longer necessary to boil water used for human consumption. Note that some discoloration is normal. Please continue to conserve water, thank you ** BOIL WATER NOTICE ** Homes…
Montreat Minute 10/18/24
Montreat Minute for October 18, 2024 October 25th Special Town Council Meeting The Town Council will be meeting next Friday, October 25th, at 10:00am in Convocation Hall of Assembly Inn for a Special Town Council Meeting. The purpose of the meeting will be to conduct essential Town business and discuss hurricane related issues. The agenda…
Special Town Council Meeting Notice & Revised Agenda 10/25/24
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE Friday, October 25, 2024 – 10:00 a.m. Convocation Hall in Assembly Inn The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Convocation Hall in Assembly Inn, Montreat, NC. The purpose of the meeting will be to conduct essential Town business and discuss…
Montreat Town Meeting Summary 10/17/24
Town Manager, Savannah Parrish, joined with a large number of residents and provided a number of updates and new information: Water Trash/Debris Service: Temporary Town Office Location: Town Council Meeting October 25th: Early Voting: Public Works Related Issues Zoning and Permitting: MRA Update: Montreat College Update: Cajun Navy 2016 Update: Other Announcements: The next Town…
Water System Update 10/16/24
Early this morning a water main broke and drained our larger tank. As a result, you may experience intermittent water service today. The break is now repaired and the tank is refilling, but we need your help. Please continue to conserve water! To fully restore our system, we need to allow the tank to fill…
Montreat Town Meeting Summary 10/14/24
Town Manager, Savannah Parrish, opened the meeting and offered a number of updates: Water Power: Roads: Police/Security: Trash/debris Service: Zoning and Permitting: Postal Service: Cajun Navy 2016 Update: MRA Update: Montreat College Update: Other Announcements: The frequency of Town meetings will be reduced to two per week. The next meeting will be Thursday, October 17,…
Montreat Minute 10/11/24
Town Manager, Savannah Parrish, opened the meeting with a small but upbeat group of Montreaters in attendance. She indicated that progress is slowing down somewhat as the recovery work (as opposed to rebuilding) is now focusing on major projects which proceed at a slower pace. She offered a number of updates: Water Power: Roads: Zoning…
Special Montreat Minute-Water Notice
October 10, 2024 PLEASE READ IMMEDIATELY SPECIAL WATER NOTICE As you may know, Black Mountain is turning on its water today, but only for toilet flushing. In fact, it is not drinkable even if boiled. They will be making an announcement via cell phone. Depending upon your phone and location, you may receive this emergency…
Town/Community Meeting Summary – Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Notes from the Town/Community Meeting.. Town Manager Savannah Parrish opened the meeting with a series of updates and announcements: Police Report: MRA Report: College Report: Black Mountain Presbyterian Church Report: Questions: Q: What is the water situation now? A: One of the two water storage tanks is full and the other, larger tank is in…
Town of Montreat Update – 10/8/24
Town of Montreat Update – Oct. 8, 2024 Dumpsters are available at the convenience center. Household items only, please. No furniture, mattresses, storm debris, etc. Our next community meeting will be held at 9 a.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 9 – Assembly Inn Our Public Works staff and Montreat Police Department have done heroic work clearing…
Special Montreat Minute 10/7/24
Town Manager Savannah Parrish opened the meeting with good news, saying 80% of Montreat homes have water at this time. Other water news includes: Power: Trash: Roads: Police Report: Other Notes: Several Important Questions: Q: When should people return to Montreat after evacuating? A: The Town is not requiring people to stay away. Residents should…
Hurricane Helene Updates
**UPDATE – Oct. 7, 2024** To watch our latest community meeting, please click here Funds are needed to rebuild the Montreat infrastructure. Donations may be made by clicking this link. **UPDATE – Oct. 6, 2024** Town Hall operations will resume Monday, Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. As water and power continue to…
Conserve Water
As we work to restore normal water service to our remaining customers, we are asking ALL water customers to continue conserving water for essential uses only. If all our customers responsibly use this precious resource, our system will recover more quickly.
Hurricane Helene Donations
As all communities in Western North Carolina, Montreat sustained catastrophic damage. All five bridges across Flat Creek were impassable, all 18 miles of roadway have severe damage with some still impassable, water is not available, and so much more. Our Public Works staff and Montreat Police Department have done heroic work clearing roads and working…
Message from the Mayor – Sept. 30, 2024
What a devastating experience we had on Friday. With all the damage, we are extremely fortunate that there was no loss of life. Our hearts are broken for the families of the souls who perished in the storm around us. I wish I had good news to share, but there is very little. We do…
Mandatory Evacuation
There is a mandatory evacuation for houses along the following Montreat streets: Texas Road, Texas Road Spur and Texas Road Extension. There are shelters available at First Baptist Church in Swannanoa, Meadowbrook Free Will Baptist Church in Black Mountain and Trinity Baptist Church in West Asheville. Use caution and be safe.
PZC Subcommittee Hillside Development Ordinance Meeting Notice 10/2/24
PZC SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE Wednesday October 2, 2024 – 9:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Wednesday October 2, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. This meeting will not be available by Zoom. ____________________________ Angie Murphy-Town Clerk
Brush and Bagged Leaves Pickup – CANCELLED
Brush and Bagged Leaves Pickup scheduled for today, 9/25/24, has been cancelled in order for Public Works Crews to focus on preparing the Town for the upcoming storm. This service will resume as scheduled next Wednesday,10/2/24. Town Staff appreciates your understanding as we work steadily to ensure that Montreat is ready for the impending weather.
Special Montreat Minute 9/25/24
We want to inform you about the potential for heavy tropical rainstorms in the coming days. These storms could bring strong winds, fallen trees, and the possibility of power outages. Additionally, heavy rain may cause flooding in some of our flood prone areas. The Town’s public works department has been busy preparing. The team, led…
Montreat Minute 9/20/24
Bear Survey Results In case you missed it last week, the bear survey results are available for your review. We thank the 450 people who completed the survey. You can see the full report with all comments as well as the summary slides on the Town website by CLICKING HERE. We are setting up a…
PZC Sign Ordinance Subcommittee Meeting
PZC SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE Thursday, September 26, 2024 – 2:45 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Sign Ordinance Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 2:45 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. This meeting will not be available by Zoom. ____________________________ Angie Murphy-Town Clerk
CANCELLED-PZC Hillside Development Subcommittee Meeting 9/25/24
PZC SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE Wednesday September 25, 2024 – 9:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Wednesday September 25, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC. This meeting will not be available by Zoom. ____________________________ Angie Murphy-Town Clerk
Montreat Minute 9/13/24
Mayor Pro Tem’s Summary of the September 12, 2024 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters, Unfortunately, Mayor Helms is working through COVID. Thus, as Mayor Pro Tem, I presided over the meeting. The Council, staff, and approximately 18 guests convened for the Public Forum and Council meeting. My summary follows below. The complete official meeting minutes…
Mayor Pro Tem’s Summary of the September 12, 2024 Town Council Meeting
Hello Montreaters, Unfortunately, Mayor Helms is working through COVID. Thus, as Mayor Pro Tem, I presided over the meeting. The Council, staff, and approximately 18 guests convened for the Public Forum and Council meeting. My summary follows below. The complete official meeting minutes will be in next month’s agenda packet. You can view the meeting…
Town of Montreat Bear Survey
At the August 2024 Town Council meeting, the Council agreed to set a meeting with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission to discuss the bear problems residents have experienced this year. Commissioner Fouche suggested a survey be done in advance of the meeting to determine the true extent of the bear issue. Commissioners Fouche and…