Montreat News Archive
Montreat Minute 02/28/2020
Montreat Did It Again! Earlier this week we learned that Montreat was once again awarded “Tree City USA” designation. The award is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. Montreat earned the award due to its commitment to effective urban forest management…
Board of Adjustment 02/27/19-CANCELLED
The Variance Applications have been withdrawn and the February 27th Board of Adjustment meeting has been cancelled.
Special Montreat Minute 02/24/2020
Town Survey Closes Wednesday Several weeks ago we announced the availability of a survey seeking your opinion regarding key issues for future planning. Many thanks to the nearly 200 people who have completed it. We will be closing out the survey this Wednesday, February 26. If you have not completed it, we really do need…
Montreat Minute 02/21/2020
Congratulations Daniel Wiggs Back in November, we introduced you to Daniel Wiggs in our Public Works Department. We told you Daniel had a focus on Montreat’s trees, capitalizing on his background in landscaping. After some intense studying, Daniel received his designation as a Certified Arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture earlier this week. To…
Montreat Minute, February 14, 2020
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 today! Mayor’s Meeting Summary of Last Night’s Town Council Meeting Greetings, friends. I hope you are appreciating our quirky mountain weather. If we don’t like it,…
Mayor’s Summary of the February 13th, Board of Commissioners Meeting
Greetings, friends. I hope you are appreciating our quirky mountain weather. If we don’t like it, all we need to do is wait a bit. Public Forum questions/comments included: Emory Underwood appealed to the Board that as we begin the long term planning process, that we seriously consider the balance of growth in the higher…
Special Montreat Minute 2/11/20
We Still Need Your Opinion Several weeks ago we announced the availability of a survey seeking your opinion regarding key issues for future planning. Many thanks to the 140 people who have completed the survey. If you have not completed it, we really do need your opinion. As mentioned previously, the Town engaged in a…
February 13th Town Council Meeting Packet
Please join your Montreat Board of Commissioners at the February 13th Town Council Meeting in the Walkup Building. The meeting packet can be found here
Montreat Minute 02/07/2020
We Still Need Your Opinion Last week we announced the availability of a survey seeking your opinion regarding key issues for future planning. Many thanks to the more than 100 people who have completed the survey. If you have not completed it, we need your opinion. As mentioned previously, the Town engaged in a planning…
Montreat Minute 1/31/20
Condolences Perhaps you have noticed the Black Mountain and Montreat Town flags flying at half staff since Wednesday. The tribute is in honor of the passing of Black Mountain Alderman Carlos Showers. In a news release from Black Mountain Mayor Don Collins: Carlos L. Showers, 64, found peace and comfort after an extended illness January…
Water Interruption Notice
Water service will be interrupted on Lower Kentucky Rd, From Arbor Lane down. We apologize for this inconvenient as crews work to make repairs.
Town Hall Flag at Half-Staff in Memoriam
The American Flag at the Montreat Town Hall is being flown at half-staff beginning January 28th – February 2nd in honor of our friend and neighbor Black Mountain Alderman Carlos Showers who passed away from an extended illness on January 27th. Carlos served as Alderman since 2009 and was the second African American to ever do…
Answers to Questions to RFP: Municipal Finance Software
1. How many utility bills are run each month? 674 2. Do you print them in house or use a third party printer/mailer? In house 3. Who is your meter vendor and how are they read (i.e., manually, touch read, radio read, etc). Meuller—read by street machine 4. Do you currently take credit cards for…
Montreat Minute January 24, 2020
It’s a slow news week, but here are several important items for your review: Another New Request for Proposal Several weeks ago, we informed you about a request for proposal for a new financial software system. We recently added another RFP, this time for Independent Auditor Services. We have been with our current auditor for…
NOTICE: Request for Proposal for Audit Services
Due Date: Friday March 6, 2020 Time: 2:00 P.M. Receipt Location: MEMO TO: Prospective Firms FROM: Darlene Carrasquillo, Finance Director SUBJECT: Request for Proposals – Selection of the Independent Auditor DUE DATE AND TIME: Friday, March 6, 2020 – 2:00 P.M. The Town of Montreat is currently seeking proposals from qualified auditors for the project entitled…
Water Outage on Kentucky Road
There will be a water outage in the Kentucy Road area of Montreat due to routine maintanence. We will update the website as necessary.
Montreat Minute January 17, 2020
Town Hall Update Progress continues on the new Town Hall. On the inside, painters have been busy applying prime coats. Electrical and plumbing rough in has been completed, and trim work like doors and door frames, baseboards and other trim will begin in several weeks. Stonework will begin soon as well. On the outside, exterior…
Mayor’s Summary of the January 9th Town Council Meeting
Happy New Year, friends. We appreciated the 20 people who came out for the first Town Council meeting of this new decade. There were some lively discussions, and here’s a summary. As you know, a full overview will be in the official meeting minutes in February’s agenda packet. Public Forum questions/comments included: Tom Frist stated…
Montreat Minute January 10, 2020
Mayor’s Meeting Summary of Last Night’s Town Council Meeting Happy New Year, friends. We appreciated the 20 people who came out for the first Town Council meeting of this new decade. There were some lively discussions, and here’s a summary. As you know, a full overview will be in the official meeting minutes in February’s…
Request for Proposals: Municipal Finance Software
RFP #2020-001 SUBMISSION DEADLINE: January 31, 2020 at 5:00 pm The Town of Montreat is requesting proposals for municipal finance software including conversion and implementation services, ongoing training and technical support for the system. There is no expressed or implied obligation for the Town of Montreat to reimburse an organization for any expenses incurred in…
Montreat Minute for January 3rd, 2020
Montreat Minute for January 3, 2020 Happy New Year from all of us at the Town and best wishes for a gratifying 2020. 2020 Community Calendar Several of you have mentioned that you learn about key Montreat events after they are over or too late to enter them into busy calendars. Therefore, we decided to…
UPDATED: Town Commission Meeting Packet
Please join your Town of Montreat Commissioners at the January 9, 2020 Town Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Walkup Building. The Public Form will begin at 6:30 p.m. The Meeting Packet can be found here.
Town Offices Closed for New Year’s Day
Just a reminder that the Town Offices will be closed in celebration of New Year’s Day. The office will re-open on Thursday, January 2nd at 8:00 am. Brush collection will be postponed from Wednesday to Thursday, the 2nd.
Montreat Minute for December 27, 2019
New Year’s Eve Watch Night Service Will you be in town on New Year’s Eve? If so, plan on attending the annual Watch Night Service sponsored by the Montreat Cottagers Association. This year, Rev. George Logan, pastor of the New Day Christian Church in Morganton, will be officiating. The service will be held in Gaither…
Montreat Minute for December 20, 2019
Congratulations Angie Murphy We are delighted to announce that our Town Clerk, Angela Murphy, has earned the designation of Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC), which is awarded by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC). The CMC designation is granted only to those municipal clerks who complete demanding education requirements and who have a record of…
Special Montreat Minute: 2nd Detour Update
Traffic light repairs have been made and the Greybeard Trail detour is in effect once again. Greybeard Trail is closed between Assembly Circle and West Virginia Terrace. Yellow and orange signs marked “Greybeard Trail Detour” show the way. To access Greybeard Trail take: Louisiana Road to Virginia Road Virginia Road to West Virginia Terrace (watch…
Mayor’s Summary of 12/12/2019 Town Council Meeting
Merry Christmas, Montreaters We were grateful for the 19 people who came out into the cold for this last meeting of the year. There was a lot of discussion, so here’s a summary. As you know, a full overview will be in the official meeting minutes in January’s agenda packet. • Public Forum questions/comments included:…
Mediation Talking Points
A Summary of Events Leading to Mediation Settlement between Two Texas Road Property Owners and the Town of Montreat Property at 322 Texas Road was purchased for the purpose of building a new house. Due to the slope of the lot, the Town’s steep slope ordinance (adopted in 2009) requiring certain conditions was enacted. The owner…
Montreat Minute 12/13/19
Montreat Minute for December 13, 2019 Mayor’s Meeting Summary of Last Night’s Town Council Meeting Merry Christmas, Montreaters We were grateful for the 19 people who came out into the cold for this last meeting of the year. There was a lot of discussion, so here’s a summary. As you know, a full overview will…
Special Montreat Minute: Detour Update
Thanks to input from several residents, we have learned that the Graybeard Trail detour is not functioning as intended. After an inspection, it appears there is an equipment malfunction. Therefore, we have suspended the detour until further notice. We expect the equipment to be repaired in the next day or so. We will send a…
Greybeard Trail Detour
BE ADVISED: Repair of lower Greybeard Trail begins 12/9/2019. Greybeard Trail will be closed between Assembly Circle and West Virginia Terrace. Yellow and orange signs marked “Greybeard Trail Detour” show the way. To access Greybeard Trail take: Louisiana Road to Virgina Road Virginia Road to West Virginia Terrace (watch for temporary traffic light) West Virginia…
Montreat Minute for December 6th, 2019
Montreat Minute for December 6, 2019 Good News About Flat Creek The Montreat Landcare Committee held its monthly meeting earlier this week and received a series of reports on research done regarding Flat Creek and the Flat Creek watershed. And the good news is our precious Flat Creek is still considered “pristine” relative to regional…
Town Council Meeting Packet
Please join your Town of Montreat Commissioners at the December 12, 2019 Town Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Walkup Building. The Public Form will begin at 6:30 p.m. The Meeting Packet can be found here
Special Edition Montreat Minute December 2, 2019
As mentioned in an earlier Montreat Minute, the community is invited to a special Landcare Committee meeting. December’s monthly meeting will feature results of a scientific study of the waters, habitats, and life of the Flat Creek watershed, with conclusions on the quality of the ecosystem, notes on active and pending partnerships of benefit to…
Montreat Minute for November 22, 2019
“Speedy” Reminder With many friends and family visiting Montreat for the Thanksgiving holiday, we want to remind everyone of the increased enforcement of speed limits in Montreat. Due to citizen concerns about excessive speeds, the Montreat Police Department has been more aggressive in citing speeders. Please be aware, and remind your visitors, that the overall…
Town Hall Phone Outage 11/20/2019
The Town Hall has been experiencing a phone outage this afternoon. If you need emergency assistance please dial 911. Thanks for your patience in this matter.
Montreat Minute for November 15, 2019
Mayor’s Meeting Summary of Last Night’s Town Council Meeting Hello fellow Montreaters, It was a cold Montreat night, but a few hearty souls came out for the meeting. Here’s a summary of what was discussed. A full summary will be in the official meeting minutes in next month’s agenda packet. Public Forum questions/comments included: Sally…
Mayor’s Summary of the November 14, 2019 Town Council Meeting
Hello fellow Montreaters, It was a cold Montreat night, but a few hearty souls came out for the meeting. Here’s a summary of what was discussed. A full summary will be in the official meeting minutes in next month’s agenda packet. Public Forum questions/comments included: Sally Stansil asked questions regarding the discussion from last month’s…
Montreat Minute for November 8, 2019
Town Council Meeting The monthly meeting of the Montreat Town Council is Thursday, November 14 at 7:00pm in the Walkup Building. The Public Forum precedes the Council meeting at 6:30. The meeting agenda is available by CLICKING HERE. And don’t forget, if you can’t make the meeting, it (and the Public Forum) will be live-streamed…
November 14th Town Council Meeting
Please join your Montreat Board of Commissioners on Thursday, November 14th at 7:00 p.m. The Public Forum will start at 6:30 p.m. The meeting packet can be found here
Montreat Minute for November 1, 2019
“Made in Montreat” Art and Craft Sale Don’t miss “Made in Montreat” art and craft sale, to be held tomorrow, Saturday, November 2 from 9am to 3pm in the ground floor of the Moore Center. Come and enjoy fellowship as you visit with and shop from 29 talented Montreat vendors, featuring sewing, knitting, pottery, food…
Montreat Minute, October 25, 2019
Road Paving We’ve mentioned about upcoming road paving. Here’s an update: Lookout Road up to Whitewater Way (near the old stables) and Texas Spur are currently being prepped and will be paved early next week, weather permitting Kentucky Road and Wyck Road will be prepped next week and paving will be done in early November,…
Special Meeting, 10/28/19
The Town of Montreat Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting on Monday, October 28th at 4:00PM at the Town Services Building. The purpose of the meeting is to take action on amending the budget, awarding a bid, and authorizing a contract for repairs to lower Greybeard Trail. Click Here for the agenda…
Montreat Minute for October 18, 2019
Town Hall Update Passersby the new Town Hall construction site have been seeing some significant progress in the last several weeks. The roof trusses were in place last week. This week the framers have been busy completing the soffit overhangs and laying roof sheathing, while electricians have been doing “rough in” work on the interior.…
Audit Committee Meeting CANCELLED
The Audit Committee Meeting scheduled for October 18th at 11:00 am is cancelled due to a scheduling issue. Thanks for your understanding!
Montreat Minute for October 11, 2019
Mayor’s Town Council Meeting Summary Greetings Friends, We had approximately 20 people at last night’s meeting in addition to Commissioners and staff members. We’re thankful for their participation. Here’s a summary of the meeting highlights. As usual, a full summary is in the official meeting minutes in next month’s agenda packet. Public Forum questions/comments included:…
Mayor’s Summary of the October 10, 2019 Town Council Meeting
Greetings Friends, We had approximately 20 people at last night’s meeting in addition to Commissioners and staff members. We’re thankful for their participation. Here’s a summary of the meeting highlights. As usual, a full summary is in the official meeting minutes in next month’s agenda packet. Public Forum questions/comments included: Sally Stansil spoke about the…
Give Your Opinion!!
We Need Your Opinion We’ve been publishing the Montreat Minute for year now, and we would like your opinion about it– what you like/dislike, suggestions for improvement and general comments. Please take three minutes (honestly, that’s all it will take!) to complete the Montreat Minute readership survey. CLICK HERE to take the survey. Thank you…
Montreat Minute for October 4, 2019
Bid Opportunities The Town recently posted three bid opportunities for new project work around the Town. To learn more, CLICK HERE then go to Construction bids (Public Works Building General Contractor) and Professional Services Bids (Public Works Building Engineering & Design and Waterline Project). For more information, contact the Town Hall staff at 828/669-8002. Bulk…
October Town Council Meeting- REVISED Packet
Please join your Town of Montreat Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, October 10, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Walkup Building. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. The revised packet can be found here.
Montreat Minute for September 27, 2019
Town Receives Tree Award We all know that the abundance and variety of trees we enjoy help make Montreat a special place. The North Carolina Urban Forest Council agrees! As mentioned in an earlier Montreat Minute, Montreat was selected as the recipient of the Tree City USA 2019 Award for the entire state of North…
Montreat Minute for September 20, 2019
Town Receives Financial Reporting Award We learned earlier this week that Montreat has earned a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association, a national organization purposed to advance excellence in public finance. We received the award based on our 2017-2018 comprehensive annual financial report, or audit as most…
Montreat Minute for September 13, 2019
Montreat Minute for September 13, 2019 Council Meeting Summary Hello Montreaters, This is Mayor Pro Tem Kent Otto writing you with a summary of our meeting last night. Mayor Helms was not able to be at the meeting, so I presided. Here’s a summary of the meeting highlights. Don’t forget that a full summary will…
Vice-Mayor’s Summary of the September 12, 2019 Town Council Meeting
Hello Montreaters, This is Mayor Pro Tem Kent Otto writing you with a summary of our meeting last night. Mayor Helms was not able to be at the meeting, so I presided. Here’s a summary of the meeting highlights. Don’t forget that a full summary will be in the official meeting minutes in next month’s…
Patriot’s Day Remembrance 9/11/19
In honor of the fallen, from the September 11 tragedy, Mayor Helms has ordered the flag at the Town Services Building to be lowered from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday as a sign of remembrance. Please take a moment to remember the lives that were lost that day.
Montreat Minute 9/6/2019
Council Meeting: September 12 The September Town Council meeting will be held on Thursday, September 12 at 7:00pm in the Walkup Building. A significant agenda item is appointing a new Commissioner to fill the seat vacated by Bill Gilliland last month. As usual, the meeting will be preceded by the Public Forum at 6:30. CLICK…
September 12th Meeting Packet
The Montreat Board of Commissioners will meet on Thursday, September 12th at 7:00 p.m. in the Walkup Building. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. The meeting packet can be found here.
Montreat Minute August 30, 2019
Labor Day Weekend Announcements Today begins Labor Day weekend, the unofficial end to summer. Summer conference season is complete, kids are back at school and it’s even getting cooler outside. Please be advised that the Town Offices will be closed on Monday to honor the holiday. Offices will reopen on Tuesday morning at 8:00am. Sanitation…
Montreat Minute for August 23, 2019
Work Opportunities Available—Paid and Volunteer Several opportunities are currently available for Town service: Paid Positions: Police Patrol Officer– Full Time Finance and Accounting Intern– Part Time (20 hours/week) To learn more about these paid positions, CLICK HERE Volunteer: Board of Adjustment— Several Board positions available To learn more about the work of the Board, CLICK…
UPDATE (8/28/2019) Board of Adjustment Special Meeting CANCELLED for 08/29/2019
The Board of Adjustment will hold a Special Meeting on August 29, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the Walkup Building, 300 Community Center Circle, Montreat, N.C. for the purpose of holding a quasi-judicial hearing and deciding (i) the appeal from the Zoning Administrator’s Determination for Certificates of Occupancy and Compliance issued on May 16, 2019,…
Montreat Minute for August 16, 2019
Welcome (Back) Montreat College Students! You’re likely to see much activity on the Montreat College campus starting today. New student move in and orientation happens today. Returning students will be back on campus on Monday, with classes beginning on the 21st. As mentioned in last week’s Montreat Minute, the College is setting yet another enrollment…
Service Outage
The Town Offices experienced an outage this morning, 8/14/19, with telephone and internet connection. All telecommunications are now restored. We apologize if this caused any inconvenience.
Montreat Minute for August 9, 2019
Mayor’s Meeting Summary from last night’s Town Council Meeting Greetings Montreaters, Although summer is winding down, Town business continues! Here are the highlights: Joe Kirkland shared exciting news from Montreat College. Although final student census figures won’t be available for a few weeks, the College is anticipating a 10% increase in the student body over…
Mayor’s Summary of the August 8, 2019 Town Council Meeting
Greetings Montreaters, Although summer is winding down, Town business continues! Here are the highlights: Public Forum questions/comments included: Joe Kirkland shared exciting news from Montreat College. Although final student census figures won’t be available for a few weeks, the College is anticipating a 10% increase in the student body over last year bringing the total…
Water Outage on Georgia Terrace- UPDATE
Due to a water line break on Georgia Terrace there will be an interruption of service on Monday, August 5th for approximately two hours beginning at 2:00 p.m. Thank you for your patience! If you have discoloration when water comes back on flush an outside spigot. Water is still out of service at 5;00 p.m. …
August 8th Meeting Packet
Please join your Town of Montreat Board of Commissioners on August 8th at 7:00 p.m. in the Walkup Building. The Public Forum begins at 6:30 p.m. The meeting packet can be found here
Montreat Minute 08/02/2019
Council Meeting: August 8 The August Town Council meeting will be held on Thursday, August 8 at 7:00pm in the Walkup Building. As usual, it will be preceded by the Public Forum at 6:30. CLICK HERE for a copy of the agenda. Please come. All are invited. Town Hall Update If you’ve driven by the…
Board of Adjustment Meeting CANCELLED
The Board of Adjustment Meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 25th has been CANCELLED due to lack of a quorum.
Montreat Minute July 19, 2019
Job Opportunities! The Town of Montreat has several job opportunities available, including a part-time Finance and Accounting Intern and a Reserve Police Officer. For more information on the two positions, CLICK HERE. Volunteer Opportunities The Town also has citizen volunteer opportunities available. The Board of Adjustment currently has several openings on this very important quasi-judicial…
Special Montreat Minute for July 18, 2019
Come to a Moon Landing Party! As we mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 first moon walk, the US Post Office is releasing a special anniversary edition “moon walk” stamp tomorrow, Friday, July 19. To commemorate the special occasion, come to a “Moon Landing Party” at the Montreat Post Office from 11:30am to…
JULY P&Z Commission Cancelled
Just a reminder that the July 18th Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting has been cancelled. They do plan to meet in August on the 15th at a location to be determined.
Mayor’s Summary of the July 11, 2019 Town Council Meeting
Town Council Meeting Greetings Montreaters and Happy Summer, We had a very productive Council meeting. We appreciate the 18 people who came to be a part of and observe the proceedings. Here are the highlights: • Public Forum questions/comments included: o Harriss Ricks shared his concern with Duke Power’s use of chemical sprays to kill…
Montreat Minute for July 12, 2019
Mayor’s Meeting Summary Greetings Montreaters and Happy Summer, We had a very productive Council meeting. We appreciate the 18 people who came to be a part of and observe the proceedings. Here are the highlights: • Public Forum questions/comments included: o Harris Ricks shared his concern with Duke Power’s use of chemical sprays to kill…
Updated July 11,2019 Meeting Packet
Please join the Town of Montreat Board of Commissioners on Thursday, July 11, 2019 for the July Town Council Meeting. The updated meeting packet can be found here
Semi-Annual Bulk Pickup Tomorrow (7/9/2019)
It’s time to clean out those garages!! The July Bulk Item Pickup is Tomorrow!! We pick up electronics, appliances, boxes, mattresses and box-springs (for a $5 per item charge) and much more! The only items we won’t pick up are construction equipment and tires! Get it out early because crews start picking up at 8:00…
July 11, 2019 Town Council Meeting Packet
Please join your Town of Montreat Commissioner’s for their July 11th Town Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Walkup Building. The Public Forum begins at 6:30 p.m. The meeting packet can be found here
Montreat Minute July 5, 2019
4th of July Quick Recap Montreat had another successful 4th of July celebration yesterday. It began with more than 200 runners for the Montreat Gait 5K Race. Even a live black bear tried to join in (he was a bit late for the starting gate!). The parade was one of the longest and best in…
Montreat Minute for June 21, 2019
Robert Lake Park is Open! Congratulations and many thanks to MRA, especially Facilities Director John Quinzi and his crew, for completing the restoration of Robert Lake Park on time as promised! With children or without, stop by the park to see the excellent work that was done to repair damage from Tropical Storm Alberto and…
Montreat Minute for June 14, 2019
Mayor’s Summary from the June 13 Council Meeting Hello Fellow Montreaters, We had a great turnout for the “Welcome Back to Montreat” reception and the June Council meeting. We appreciate all who came. Here are the highlights: Welcome Back Reception: We had a good size crowd attend a lovely reception as a kick-off to the…
Mayor’s Summary of 6/13/19 Town Commission Meeting
Mayor’s Summary of the June 13th, 2019 Town Council Meeting Hello Fellow Montreaters, We had a great turnout for the “Welcome Back to Montreat” reception and the June Council meeting. We appreciate all who came. Here are the highlights: Welcome Back Reception: We had a good size crowd attend a lovely reception as a kick-off…
Montreat Minute Special Edition
Come to the special “Welcome to Montreat Summer” Reception Tomorrow June 13 You are invited to the second annual Montreat Summer Reception at 6:00pm in your honor to celebrate summer. Come to the Walk Up building prior to the Public Forum and Town Council meeting for refreshments, greet old Montreat friends and meet new ones.…
Wyck Road Closed
Wyck Road will be closed to through traffic beginning on 6/11/19. Completion of repairs is anticipated by 6/14/19. Residents will still be able to access property.
Special Montreat Minute-06/10/2019
Come to the Town Hall Groundbreaking Tomorrow June 11 Don’t miss tomorrow’s Town Hall groundbreaking. After all the rain, the weatherman is predicting sunshine for tomorrow’s ceremony at 10:00am! Come to the site of the new Town Hall. Meet the architect, builder and landscape architect. Review the building and landscape design drawings. Enjoy the refreshments…
Town Services Office Closure
The Town Services Office will be closing on Friday, June 7th at 3:30 p.m. We will reopen on regular schedule on Monday the 10th at 8:00 a.m.
Montreat Minute for 6/7/2019
Town Hall Groundbreaking We hope you have marked your calendar for Tuesday, June 11, for the groundbreaking of the new Town Hall. Come to the site of the new Town Hall at 10:00am for the special event. Meet the architect, builder and landscape architect. Review the building and landscape design drawings. Enjoy the refreshments and…
June 13th Town Council Meeting
Please join your Montreat Board of Commissioners at the June 13th Town Council Meeting in the Walkup Building at 7:00 p.m. The Public Forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. The “Welcome Back to Montreat” Party begins at 6:00 p.m. See you there! The agenda packet can be found here
Road Closure – Weekend of 5/31/2019
Upper Kentucky Road will be closed throughout the weekend of May 31st for culvert repairs. Please use caution if up in this area!
Montreat Minute 5/31/2019
Town Hall Groundbreaking As announced last week, Tuesday, June 11 marks a very special day in the life of Montreat. We will have the groundbreaking for the new Town Hall. Come to the site of the new Town Hall at 10:00am for the special event. Meet the architect, builder and landscape architect. Review the building…
Updated: Administrator’s Draft Budget
The updated Town Administrator’s proposed a FY 2019-2020 Budget to the Board of Commissioners tonight. Click here to read the proposal. A public hearing will be held on the budget at the regular meeting on June 13th. You input is welcome!
Roads Closed on 5/28/2019
Good Morning! Parts of Kentucky Road and Wyck Road will be closed today for tree removal. Please use caution when driving and walking these roads.
UPDATED: Special Town Council Meeting May 30, 2019
The updated agenda packet includes contract amendment for the Town Hall Construction. Please join the Town of Montreat Board of Commissioners on May 30, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Walkup Building for a Special Meeting of the Board.
Montreat Minute May 24, 2019
Save the Date! It’s something we have all been waiting for: Town Hall groundbreaking! Circle Tuesday, June 11 at 10:00am on your calendar. There will be a special presentation and the first excavation for the Town Hall, followed by refreshments and displays of the building and landscape design drawings. It will be a fitting start…
Sanitation Change – Week of May 27th
The Town of Montreat will be closed for business on Monday, May 27th for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 28th. Sanitation services for that week will begin on Tuesday at 8:00 a.m.
Montreat Minute May 17, 2019
Is Your Yard Wildlife Certified? Wildlife habitat gardens are a haven for local birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Does your yard or garden provide habitat such as food, water, and protection for wildlife? If so, it’s probably eligible to be recognized as a Certified Wildlife Habitat® by the National Wildlife Federation. Did you know that…
Water Main Break 05/15/2019
The water on Texas Road is temporarily shut off due to a main water line break. When the water comes back on please flush your water at an outside spigot for several months. Please call the Town Services Building if you have any questions!
Bulk Pickup Day – July 9, 2019
Get started on your Spring Cleaning!! Bulk Pickup Day is just around the corner…..July 9, 2019!! Acceptable items include furniture, mattresses, appliances, electronics, carpet, toys, air conditioners and water heaters. Collected at no cost, except for a $5 per-item fee for mattresses and box springs! Just a reminder we do not pick up tires or…
Paving & Roadwork 5/15/19
The following roads will have short delays due to paving and/or roadwork on May 15, 2019: Texas Road, Quillan Lane, Calvin Trail and Frist Rd. Please use caution while driving because workers will be in and out of the roadways. Thank you for your patience!
Town Meeting Summary 5-9-19
Hello Fellow Montreaters, We had a long but productive Council meeting. We appreciate the 20 people who came to be a part of the evening’s proceedings. Here are the highlights from the meeting: • Public Forum questions/comments included: o Resident Nancy Fletcher asked about the Greybeard Trail retaining wall repairs. Town Administrator Alex Carmichael stated…
Montreat Minute May 10, 2019
Hello Fellow Montreaters, We had a long but productive Council meeting. We appreciate the 20 people who came to be a part of the evening’s proceedings. Here are the highlights from the meeting: • Public Forum questions/comments included: o Resident Nancy Fletcher asked about the Greybeard Trail retaining wall repairs. Town Administrator Alex Carmichael stated…
Montreat Presenter in NC Urban Forest Council Webinar
Along with the communities of Wake Forest and Wilson, Montreat presented on Tree Boards and Community Involvement as part of a webinar hosted by the North Carolina Urban Forest Council. Didn’t get to watch? That’s OK. You can download Montreat’s presentation here, or talk to Ann Vinson or Alex Carmichael about the program.