Montreat News Archive

PZC Hillside Development Subcommittee Meeting Notice

March 29, 2023

PZC SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE Thursday, April 6, 2023 – 4:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.  This meeting will be available by Zoom at the following link: http://us02web.zoom.us/j/82632543037 ____________________________…

CANCELLED – PZC Sign Ordinance Subcommittee Meeting Notice

March 29, 2023

PZC SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING NOTICEThursday, April 6, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.Town HallThe Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Sign Ordinance Subcommittee will NOThold a meeting on Thursday, April 6, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 MontreatRoad, Montreat, NC. Angie Murphy-Town Clerk

Arbor Lane Bridge Closed

March 23, 2023

Arbor Lane Bridge will be closed for repairs and will open by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 27, 2023.

Tree Removal on SC Terrace – Road Closed 3/21

March 21, 2023

Tree removal will occur between 501 South Carolina and 515 South Carolina Terrace today (03/21/23) from 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. The road will be closed during this time. Please use caution around this area. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Landcare

March 20, 2023

Montreat Landcare will be meeting in Town Hall on Wednesday, April 5th at 9:00 a.m. The zoom link for viewing only can be found at the following link: http://us02web.zoom.us/j/81430889670 For more information about Landcare please visit their website at www.montreatlandcare.org

P&Z Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee Meeting

March 20, 2023

PZC Subcommittee Meeting Notice Thursday, March 23, 2023 – 4:00 p.m.Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.. This meeting will be available by the Zoom link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82608022002 Angie MurphyTown Clerk

Montreat Minute 03/17/23

March 17, 2023

Town Develops New Facebook Page As mentioned last week, thanks to the work of Town Clerk Angie Murphy and AV Specialist Josh Greene, the Town has a new Facebook Page. You can access it from your own Facebook account or by CLICKING HERE. Please go out and “Like” us. We will be keeping it updated…

Road Closure at Gate for Tree Work 03/15/23

March 15, 2023

There will be a temporary road closure at the Montreat Gate today, 03/15/23, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for needed tree removal. Please utilize the detour around the Gate on the truck route. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Tree Removal W Virginia Terrace/NC Terrace/Virginia Road

March 14, 2023

Tree removal will be occurring today (3/14/23) in the areas of W Virginia Terrace, North Carolina Terrace and Virginia Road…..use caution when travelling these roads. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Post Sample Test

March 14, 2023

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Traffic Interruptions – Tennessee at Virginia

March 13, 2023

Town Staff will be working to remove trees around Tennessee Road at Virginia Road…..there could possibly be some traffic interruptions. Use caution when navigating this area.

Audit Committee Meeting 03/15/23

March 13, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE REGULAR MEETING – AUDIT COMMITTEE Wednesday, March 15, 2023, 2:00 p.m. Town Hall The Town of Montreat Audit Committee will hold a Meeting on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC.  This meeting will be in person attendance only. This meeting is open…

Montreat Minute 03/10/23

March 10, 2023

Mayor’s Summary of the March 9, 2023 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters, The Council, staff, and approximately 11 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 recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum CLICK…

Mayor’s Meeting Summary of the March 9th, 2023 Town Council Meeting

March 10, 2023

Hello Montreaters, The Council, staff, and approximately 11 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 recording by CLICKING HERE. Public Forum Council Meeting As I always say, thank you for your encouragement…

Tree Board Meeting

March 9, 2023

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, March 28, 2023 9:30 a.m. In Person Attendance – Will be streamed for viewing via Zoom The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in Town Hall, Montreat, NC.   The zoom link can be found at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85302751393…

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting

March 9, 2023

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Friday, March 17, 2023 2:00 p.m. In Person Attendance & Viewing by Zoom The Montreat Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with in person attendance and viewing by zoom meeting software. The zoom link can be found here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81213234362 ________________________________…

Planning & Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee Meeting

March 9, 2023

PZC SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE Thursday, March 16, 2023 – 2:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.  This meeting will be available by Zoom at the link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89470363263 ____________________________…

Montreat Minute 03/03/23

March 3, 2023

Montreat Earns BearWise Designation! Thanks to the hard work of Landcare Committee Chair, Arrington Cox, Montreat has become the second town in the country to be named a BearWise community. BearWise is a national program that shares ways to prevent conflicts with black bears, provides resources to resolve problems with black bears, and encourages community…

REVISED Board of Commissioners March Meeting Notice & Agenda Packet

March 2, 2023

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Meeting Agenda Packet can be found here Thursday, March 9, 2023 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, March 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:…

Landcare

March 1, 2023

Montreat Landcare will be meeting in Town Hall on Wednesday, March 1st at 9:00 a.m. The zoom link for viewing only can be found at the following link: https;//us02web.zoom.us/j/83644175004

Montreat Minute 02/24/23

February 24, 2023

Call for Volunteers! The Town currently has openings on Boards and Committees. The available openings are for the Board of Adjustment (2), the Tree Board (1) and the Landcare Committee (1). If you are interested in applying for any of these appointments, please complete an on-line application by CLICKING HERE. To read about the work…

Board of Adjustment Meeting 02/23/23

February 21, 2023

MEETING NOTICE Thursday, January 26th, 2023 – 5:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 26th, 2023 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 will hear a variance request (VA-2022-02)…

Montreat Minute 02/17/23

February 17, 2023

Montreat Native Plant Sale and Arbor Day Celebration is Returning Mark your calenders! The Montreat Landcare Committitte’s 2023 Native Plant Sale and Arbor Day observance are scheduled for Saturday, April 22, from 9am to 2pm at the Moore Center field by Lake Susan. Plans are in the works for a day of shopping, learning, eating,…

Tree Board Meeting 02/28/23-Cancelled

February 14, 2023

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 28, 2023 The Tree Board meeting has been cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. _____________________________ Angie Murphy, Town Clerk

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting 2/20/23

February 14, 2023

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Monday, February 20, 2023 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. In Person Attendance & Zoom The Montreat Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, February 20, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. with in person attendance and zoom meeting software. The zoom link can be found here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88360120140 ________________________________ Angie…

Montreat Minute 02/10/23

February 10, 2023

Mayor’s Summary of the January 12, 2023 Town Council Meeting Greetings Montreaters, It was an unseasonably warm day in Montreat on Town Council Day.  Council, staff and approximately 20 guests met for the Public Forum and Town Council Meeting.  My summary follows below.  You can read the complete official meeting minutes in next month’s agenda…

Mayor’s Meeting Summary from 2/9/23

February 10, 2023

Greetings Montreaters, It was an unseasonably warm day in Montreat on Town Council Day.  Council, staff and approximately 20 guests met for the Public Forum and Town Council Meeting.  My summary follows below.  You can read the complete official meeting minutes in next month’s agenda packet.  Or if you would like to view the meeting…

Special Montreat Minute 02/08/23

February 8, 2023

Special Montreat Minute for Wednesday, February 8 We Want Your Thoughts Town Council and staff are investigating the feasibility of renting out the Town Hall Community Room for special functions. One aspect of the feasibility is determining community interest in renting the space. Therefore, would you please take four minutes (honestly, that is all it…

Temporary Road Closure on Suwannee Drive 2/7/23

February 7, 2023

Suwannee Drive will be closed temporarily on February 7th for tree removal. Cars will be able to navigate the roadway during most of the removal process but please use caution. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Special Montreat Minute 02/06/23

February 6, 2023

Special Montreat Minute for Monday, February 6 We Want Your Thoughts Town Council and staff are investigating the feasibility of renting out the Town Hall Community Room for special functions. One aspect of the feasibility is determining community interest in renting the space. Therefore, would you please take four minutes (honestly, that is all it…

Montreat Minute 02/3/23

February 3, 2023

We Want Your Thoughts Town Council and staff are investigating the feasibility of renting out the Town Hall Community Room for special functions. One aspect of the feasibility is determining community interest in renting the space. Therefore, would you please take four minutes (honestly, that is all it takes!) to complete a survey. The results…

Bridge Aesthetics Committee Meeting 02/09/23

February 3, 2023

NOTICE OF MEETING Thursday,  February 9, 2023 2:00 p.m. Bridge Aesthetics Committee The Bridge Aesthetics Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. This meeting will be in person as well as Zoom Meeting Software. The link can be found below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89437082248 ______________________________Angie Murphy,  Town Clerk

Updated February 9th Town Council Meeting Notice and Revised Meeting Packet

February 3, 2023

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Agenda Meeting Packet can be found here Thursday, February 9, 2023 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, February 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:…

Agenda Meeting Packet Delayed

February 2, 2023

The February 9th Agenda Packet will be sent out Friday February 3rd by 9:00 a.m. Town Staff is sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

RFP – Town of Montreat CIP Paving Projects for 2022/23

January 31, 2023

The Town of Montreat is currently taking bids on paving projects for our current budget year. Below is a list of roads that we would like individual quotes on so that we can choose which fits our current budget the best. We would like the chosen roads to be paved during the Spring due to…

Hydrant Flushing 1/31/23

January 31, 2023

The Water Department will be flushing hydrants on the afternoon of January 31st in the areas of Shenandoah Terrace and Eastminster Terrace. Residents, guests and visitors may notice some water discoloration. Please run your faucets until discoloration clears up. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Montreat Minute 01/27/23

January 27, 2023

Parking Reminder Montreat’s narrow roads make it difficult for emergency vehicles such as ambulances and firetrucks to negotiate. It becomes even more challenging when cars are parked on the roadways. Of course, snow exacerbates the problem. If you must park on the street, please ensure two wheels are off the road and there is 12…

Planning & Zoning Commission Training 1/31/23

January 27, 2023

The Montreat Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a training session on Tuesday, January 31st from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Conference Room. A quorom of the board could be present but no actual business will be conducted. The public is welcome to attend.

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting 02/07/23

January 25, 2023

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 7, 2023 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. In Person Attendance & Zoom The Montreat Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. with in person attendance and zoom meeting software. The zoom link can be found here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84658925714 ________________________________ Angie…

Landcare Meeting 02/01/23

January 24, 2023

Montreat Landcare will meet at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1st in the Town Hall. The meeting will also be live-streamed at the following zoom link: http://us02web.zoom.us/j/85128601882 For more information about Montreat Landcare visit their website at www.montreatlandcare.org.

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting 01/25/23

January 23, 2023

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, January 25, 2023 10:30 a.m. In Person Attendance & Zoom The Montreat Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. with in person attendance and zoom meeting software. The zoom link can be found here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82203628806 ________________________________ Angie Murphy Town Clerk

Montreat Minute 01/20/23

January 20, 2023

Good Morning Montreators!! Happy Friday! It’s a slow news week in Montreat so there will not be an official Montreat Minute-no news is good news! Questions? Do you have Town-related questions you would like answered? If so, please send them to Angie Murphy at [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Have…

Board of Adjustment Meeting 01/26/23

January 13, 2023

MEETING NOTICE Thursday, January 26th, 2023 – 5:00 p.m. Town Hall The Agenda Packet can be found here The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 26th, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.  The purpose of the meeting is as follows: Montreat Board of…

Montreat Minute 1/13/23

January 13, 2023

Mayor’s Summary of the January 12, 2023 Town Council Meeting Greetings Montreaters, It was another rainy Town Council Meeting night. Despite the rain, the Council, staff, and approximately nine guests convened for the Public Forum and Council meeting. My summary follows below. You can read the complete official meeting minutes in next month’s agenda packet.…

Mayor’s Meeting Summary of the January 12, 2023 Town Council Meeting

January 13, 2023

Greetings Montreaters, It was another rainy Town Council Meeting night. Despite the rain, the Council, staff, and approximately nine guests convened for the Public Forum and Council meeting. My summary follows below. You can read the complete official meeting minutes in next month’s agenda packet. Or if you would like to view the meeting recording,…

Water Service Interruption 01/09/23

January 9, 2023

Tennessee Road and Tennessee Road Extension currently have an unscheduled temporary water shutdown due to a water break. Water should be restored in 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Montreat Minute Correction

January 8, 2023

We apologize for an error in the January 6th Montreat Minute Did You Know? story. One of the photos was inadvertently run twice. The corrected photos are below. Thank you for your understanding. Did You Know? The earliest map of Montreat shows a proposed lake where Lake Susan is now.  The first dam, really a…

Montreat Minute 1/6/23

January 6, 2023

Bear Hunting Season Concluded The 2022-2023 bear hunting season concluded on Monday, January 2. There is no more bear hunting until next fall. Unlike previous years, we are happy to report that there were no bear, hunting dogs, or hunter incidents reported or observed during the ‘22-‘23 season. We believe the Town’s bear hunting initiative…

January Town Council Meeting UPDATED 01/12/23

December 29, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Thursday, January 12, 2023 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.  The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall. Updated Agenda Packet for the meeting can be found here The zoom link for streaming can…

Tree Board Meeting 01/24/23

December 29, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 24, 2023 9:30 a.m. In Person Attendance – Will be streamed for viewing via Zoom The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in Town Hall, Montreat, NC.   The zoom link can be found at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86031765317…

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting 01/19/23

December 29, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Agenda Packet can be found here Thursday, January 19 2023 10:30 a.m. Planning & Zoning Commission In person attendance and zoom meeting software The Montreat Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. with in-person attendance at Town Hall.  For viewing at…

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting 01/13/23

December 29, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Friday, January 13, 2023 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. In Person Attendance & Zoom The Montreat Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Friday, January 13, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. with in person attendance and zoom meeting software. The zoom link can be found here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89015623057 ________________________________ Angie Murphy…

Landcare

December 29, 2022

Montreat Landcare will meet at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4th in the Town Hall. The meeting will also be live-streamed at the following zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81764035291 For more information about Montreat Landcare visit their website at www.montreatlandcare.org.

Special Meeting Notice – Town Council 01/6/23

December 29, 2022

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE Friday, January 6, 2023 Beginning at 9:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, January 6, 2023 beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.  The purpose of the special meeting is to enter into closed session to interview…

Water Restored on Lower Kentucky- Read below for additional important information

December 28, 2022

Water has been restored on Lower Kentucky Road. Please let the cold water run for a while to improve discoloration before doing laundry or dishes. Water is safe to eat/drink.

Temporary Water Service Shutdown 12/28/22

December 28, 2022

There will be a temporary water service shutdown on Lower Kentucky Road on the afternoon of 12/28/22-service will be restored as soon as possible as soon as repairs are completed. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Burst Water Pipes in Montreat

December 28, 2022

After the terribly cold weather Montreat faced over the past weekend there is a possibility of frozen and/or burst pipes in Montreat. Wells have been working overtime in the past 48 hours so Public Works suspects that there are leaks somewhere in Town. Please check your homes and your neighbors homes and report any leaks…

Montreat Minute 12/23/22

December 23, 2022

Town Offices Holiday Schedule Here is the Town Office schedule for both Christmas and New Year. For Christmas, offices will be closed Monday and Tuesday, December 26 and 27. For New Year, the office will be closed on Monday, January 2. Of course, the Montreat Police Department will be operating 24/7 as usual. Trash pickup…

Montreat Minute 12/16/22

December 16, 2022

Montreat Minute for December 16, 2022 Watch Night Service in Montreat Please join the Montreat Cottagers for a brief New Year’s Eve Watch Night vespers service to give thanks for God’s love and care during the past year and to consider the many ways in which we may watch for God in the coming year.…

Montreat Minute 12/9/22

December 9, 2022

Mayor’s Summary of the December 8, 2022 Town Council Meeting Hello Montreaters, On this rainy December evening, the Council, staff, and a handful of visitors convened for the Public Forum and Council meeting. The summary follows below. You can read the complete official meeting minutes published next month. Or if you would like to view…

Mayor’s Meeting Summary 12/8/22

December 9, 2022

Hello Montreaters, On this rainy December evening, the Council, staff, and a handful of visitors convened for the Public Forum and Council meeting. The summary follows below. You can read the complete official meeting minutes published next month. Or if you would like to view the recording, CLICK HERE. Public Forum Council Meeting We are…

Tree Board-December Meeting Canceled

December 2, 2022

There will be no Tree Board Meeting for the Month of December. Meetings will resume on January 24, 2023.

Montreat Minute 12/2/22

December 2, 2022

Town Council Thanks Volunteers The Montreat Town Council held a “Thank You” reception recently for volunteers who generously provide their time and talents to Town commissions, boards and committees. More than 45 volunteers serve on eight different bodies. Interim Town Manager, Ben Blackburn, commented that he has never seen a town our size with the…

Landcare Meeting 12/7/22

December 2, 2022

Montreat Landcare will meet at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 7th in the Town Hall. The meeting will also be live-streamed at the following zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85362611554 For more information about Montreat Landcare visit their website at www.montreatlandcare.org

UPDATED December Town Council Meeting Notice & Agenda Packet

December 1, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.  The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall The meeting packet can be found here. Addendum #1 Public Comments/Emails relating to Proposed Text Amendment…

Bridge Aesthetic Committee Meeting 12/06/22

December 1, 2022

Tuesday, December 6, 2022 2:00 p.m. Bridge Aesthetics Committee The Bridge Aesthetics Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. This meeting will be in person only. ______________________________Angie Murphy,  Town Clerk

P&Z Subcommittee Meeting: Hillside Development 12/8/22

November 28, 2022

PZC SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE Thursday, December 8, 2022 – 10:00 a.m. Town Hall The Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission Hillside Development Subcommittee will hold a meeting on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Montreat, NC.  This meeting will be available by Zoom at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84448573951 ____________________________…

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Virtual Meeting 12/1/22

November 28, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Thursday, December 1, 2022 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Virtual Attendance Only The Montreat Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. with virtual attendance only. Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88150305465?pwd=MEp2WnFmZHBxOVo3azM5WVFuVFpJZz09 Meeting ID: 881 5030 5465Passcode: 310149 ________________________________ Angie Murphy Town Clerk

Montreat Minute 11/18/22

November 18, 2022

Montreat College Offers Town Forums to Review Their Master Planning Process Montreat College initiated a comprehensive master planning process this summer and will host two sessions to share information with and hear from the Montreat community. Through this process, the college leadership team seeks to understand how space is utilized and plan for future needs…

Montreat Minute 11/11/22

November 11, 2022

Town in Excellent Financial Status The Town is happy to report that the 2021-2022 audit was submitted to the state prior to the official October 31deadline and well before the November 30 grace period. We are also excited to report the Town is in excellent financial status. Here are several highlights from the audit report:…

Board of Adjustment Meeting 11/21/22 CANCELLED

November 11, 2022

The Board of Adjustment meeting that was scheduled for 11/21/22 is cancelled as there are no agenda items.

Tree Board Meeting 11/15/22

November 10, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, November 15, 2022 9:30 a.m. In Person Attendance – Will be streamed for viewing via Zoom The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. in Town Hall, Montreat, NC.   The zoom link can be found at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82116113071…

Traffic Detour At Montreat Gate 11/08/22

November 8, 2022

There will be a Traffic Detour around the Montreat Gate for approximately 2 hours (beginning at around noon) on Tuesday, November 8th. We are sorry for the short notice and any inconvenience this may cause. Use caution during the detour.

Montreat Minute 11/4/22

November 4, 2022

Update on the Town’s Financial Status The Town is happy to rep/ort that the 2021-2022 audit was submitted to the state prior to the official deadline and well before the November 30 grace period. We are also excited to report the Town is in excellent financial status. Here are several highlights from the audit report:…

Open Space Conservation Committee Meeting Notice & Agenda

November 3, 2022

REGULAR MEETING Open Space Conservation Committee                                  Tuesday, November 8th, 2022                     3:30 p.m. in person attendance only A regular meeting of the Open Space Conservation Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 3:30 p.m.  The meeting will be held in Town Hall. The public is invited. ___________________________ Angie Murphy Town Clerk    

Planning & Zoning Meeting Notice & Packet

November 3, 2022

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICEThursday, November 10, 2022 – 10:30 a.m. Zoom Link for viewing: http://us02web.zoom.us/j/85259002861 Agenda Packet can be found here Town HallThe Montreat Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Special Meeting onThursday, November 10, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road,Montreat, NC.The purpose of the meeting is for the Planning and…

November Town Council Meeting Cancellation Notice

November 3, 2022

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING Thursday, November 10, 2022 7:00 p.m. There is no Old or New Business for the November Town Council agenda. Therefore, there will be no Town Council meeting or Public Forum on Thursday, November 10. If you have questions or comments for the Commissioners, please email them at [email protected]. We will respond…

Montreat Minute 10/28/22

October 28, 2022

A Few Tips About Leaf Pickup It appears that we are at the height of falling leaves. As soon as you finish gathering them up, it looks like you never started! Here are some tips and reminders about leaf removal: The Town picks up leaves left at curbside every other Wednesday. Place leaves in compostable…

Special Audit Committee Meeting

October 25, 2022

SPECIAL MEETING – AUDIT COMMITTEE Thursday, October 27, 2022, 11:00 a.m. Town Hall The Town of Montreat Audit Committee will hold a Meeting on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 11:00 p.m. in the Town Hall, 1210 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC.  The purpose of this meeting will be to review FY22 audit.  This meeting will…

Montreat Minute 10/21/22

October 21, 2022

What to Know About the New Bear, Hunting Dogs, Bear Hunters Initiative At its October Council meeting, Commissioners passed three new and two revised ordinances to help alleviate some of the bear hunting issues the Town and residents faced last year. A Town Forum was held on October 17 to review the ordinances and other…

RFQ for Covered Bridge

October 21, 2022

Request for Qualifications Submittal for Covering Pedestrian Bridge The Town of Montreat is seeking a firm to design and engineer a stand-alone roof structure for a pedestrian bridge that was once a vehicular bridge. This structure will need to be self supporting with absolutely no ties to the existing structure. For more information and photos…

Landcare Meeting 11/2/22

October 20, 2022

Landcare will meet on November 2, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in the Town Hall. The zoom link for viewing can be found below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85910126407 For more information about Landcare visit their website at www.montreatlandcare.org

Tree Board Meeting 10/25/22

October 19, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, October 25, 2022 9:30 a.m. In Person Attendance – Will be streamed for viewing via Zoom The Montreat Tree Board will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. in Town Hall, Montreat, NC.   The zoom link can be found at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84001396768…

Board of Adjustment Meeting & Agenda 10/19/22

October 19, 2022

MEETING NOTICE Agenda can be found here Thursday, October 27, 2022 – 5:00 p.m. Town Hall The Montreat Board of Adjustment will hold their Regular Meeting on Thursday, October 27, 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)…

Mayor’s Meeting Summary of October 13, 2022

October 17, 2022

Greetings Montreat friends, The Council, staff and a handful of visitors convened for the Public Forum and Council meeting. Read on for my summary of the meeting. You can read the complete, official summary in the meeting minutes that will be published next month. Or if you would like to view the recording, CLICK HERE.…

Special Montreat Minute

October 17, 2022

Special Montreat Minute   October 17, 2022 Special Town Forum Tonight, Monday, October 17 at 6:30pm The Montreat Board of Commissioners will host a Town Forum tonight, Monday, October 17, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall. The purpose of the forum is to provide Montreaters with information about provisions that Commissioners and staff have…

Montreat Minute 10/14/22

October 17, 2022

Mayor’s Summary of the October 13, 2022 Town Council Meeting Greetings Montreat friends, The Council, staff and a handful of visitors convened for the Public Forum and Council meeting. Read on for my summary of the meeting. You can read the complete, official summary in the meeting minutes that will be published next month. Or…

Montreat Minute 10/07/22

October 7, 2022

Special Town Forum on Monday, October 17 The Montreat Board of Commissioners will host a Town Forum on Monday, October 17, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall. The purpose of the forum is to provide Montreaters with information about provisions that Commissioners and staff have made to better control activity related to bear…

Board of Commissioners October Meeting & Agenda Packet

October 7, 2022

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Thursday, October 13, 2022 7:00 p.m. The Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.  The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. The meeting packet can be found here Addendum #1 can be found here Addendum #2 can be found here…

Town Hall Hours for the Week of October 10th

October 7, 2022

Due to staffing issues the Town Hall will have altered hours the week of October 10th. Please see below: Monday October 10th 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Tuesday October 11th 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m Wednesday October 12th 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday October 13th 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday October 14th 8:00…

Appalachian Way Road Closure 10/04/22

October 4, 2022

Appalachian Way will be closed at around 10:00 a.m. on 10/4/22 for a short period of time to allow for install of a water tap. Crews will work quickly to get the road reopened. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Montreat Minute 09/30/22

September 30, 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,…

Special Montreat Minute 09/29/22

September 29, 2022

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:…

Town Forum 10/17/22

September 27, 2022

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…

Ivy League 09/28/22

September 27, 2022

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…

Special Montreat Minute

September 26, 2022

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…

Montreat Minute 09/23/22

September 23, 2022

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 Town Council Meeting 09/28/22

September 22, 2022

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…

Cancelled – Special Board of Adjustment Meeting 10/5/22

September 20, 2022

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 on 9/19

September 19, 2022

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.