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Thu Jul 23, 2026

Jackson County Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss data centers and open storage

The Jackson County Planning Board will meet to discuss two specific land-use topics. The board will hold discussions regarding data centers and open storage.

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JACKSON C OUNTY PLANNING BOARD DATE: JU LY 2 3 , 202 6 TIME: 6:00 PM LOCATION: DEPARTMENT ON AGING , HERITAGE ROOM SYLVA, NC Meeting Agenda I. Call to Order and Quorum Check II. Oath of Office III. Approval of the Agenda IV. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting June 25, 2026 V. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) VI. Old Business a. Open Storage Discussion VII. New Business a. Data Center Discussion VIII. Adjournment
Mon Jul 27, 2026

Cashiers Area Community Planning Council

Cashiers Area Community Planning Council to hold nominations and training

The council will meet to nominate a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The agenda also includes quasi-judicial training and staff updates.

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CASHIERS AREA COMMUN ITY PLANNING COUNCIL DATE: JULY 27, 2026 TIME: 5:00 PM LOCATION: ALBERT CARLTON - CASHIERS COMMUNITY LIBRARY , COMMUNITY ROOM CASHIERS, NC Meeting Agenda I. Call to Order and Quorum Check II. Approval of the Agenda III. Approval of the Minutes IV. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) V. New Business a. Nominations for Chairman and Vice Chairman b. Quasi-Judicial Training c. Staff Updates VI. Adjournment

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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners consider housing bonds and set hearings for data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several public hearing dates for a data center moratorium, school facility bonds, and the Cashiers Community Water and Sewer District. The board is also considering a resolution for housing bonds and Sheriff's Office employee pay.

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JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 21, 2026 Justice and Administration Building, Room A201 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, NC 6:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting July 07, 2026 Work Session July 07, 2026 Joint Meeting with the Board of Education July 09, 2026 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Chairman Report Commissioner Reports County Manager Report Informal Comments by Public NEW BUSINESS (1) Tax Collector and Refund Reports for June, 2026 – Brandi Henson Brooks Attachment 1 (2) Order of Collection – Brandi Henson Brooks Attachment 2 (3) Request to Award Sidearm to Retiring Employee – Sheriff Doug Farmer (4) Sheriff’s Office Employee Pay and Retention – Sheriff Doug Farmer (5) CDBG-NR Plans – Michael Poston Attachment 5a Attachment 5b Attachment 5c (6) Data Center Moratorium - set a Public Hearing on August 18th at 6:20pm – Michael Poston Attachment 6 (7) NCACC Annual Conference Voting Delegate – Kevin King Attachment 7 (8) Library Room Policies and Procedures – Kevin King Attachment 8a Attachment 8b (9) Bond Referendum for School Facilities - set a public hearing on August 4th at 6:25pm – Kevin King Attachment 9 (10) Cashiers Community Water and Sewer District - set a public hearing for August 18th at 6:25pm – Kevin King Attachment 10 LEGISLATION (11) Resolution R26-10 for Givens Webster Village Housing Bonds – Kevin King Attachment 11 Press Conference CLOSED SESSION G.S. 143-318.11(a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jul 20, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission to discuss Mountain Heritage Day and recognition program

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss Mountain Heritage Day and receive a presentation on the Heritage Recognition Program. The body will also nominate a Vice Chairman.

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JACKSON C OUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATIO N COMMISSION DATE: JULY 20, 2026 TIME: 5:00 PM LOCATION: JACKSON COUNTY PUBL IC LIBRARY, CONFEREN CE ROOM SYLVA, NC Meeting Agenda I. Call to Order and Quorum Check II. Approval of the Agenda III. Approval of the Minutes a. Regular Meeting June 15, 2026 IV. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) V. Old Business a. Mountain Heritage Day Discussion VI. New Business a. Nomination for Vice Chairman b. Heritage Recognition Program Presentation – Haven Bryant c. Staff Updates VII. Adjournment
Tue Jul 7, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners hold work session on loan funds and tax payment vendors

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a work session to review reports and policies. Discussions include the management of the Revolving Loan Fund and a new payment vendor for tax administration.

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Jackson County Board of Commissioners Work Session July 07, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Room A-201, Justice Center 1. Revolving Loan Fund Management – Russ Seagle, Chief Executive Officer, Sequoyah Fund, Inc. Attachment 1 2. Tax Administration New Payment Vendor – Tabitha Ashe, Tax Administrator Attachment 2 3. Health Department Report – Anna Lippard, Health Director Attachment 3 4. Veterans Services – Sheila Setzer, Veterans Service Officer Attachment 4 5. Library Room Utilization Policy – Kevin King, County Manager Attachment 5a Attachment 5b 6. Other Business 7. Adjourn
Tue Jul 7, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Board considers purchase of Lot 54 Deer Run

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss land acquisition and schedule a public hearing for housing bonds. The body is also appointing a voting delegate for the NC Association of County Commissioners.

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✓ Decided: Board approves sale of Lot 54 Deer Run to HOA

The Board approved the sale of Lot 54 Deer Run to the Deer Run HOA for $300.00. Additionally, the Board scheduled a public hearing regarding Givens Webster Village Housing Bonds.

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JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 07, 2026 Justice and Administration Building, Room A201 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, NC 6:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Special Budget Work Session June 08, 2026 Regular Meeting June 16, 2026 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Chairman Report Commissioner Reports County Manager Report Informal Comments by Public NEW BUSINESS (1) Set a public hearing – Givens Webster Village Housing Bonds on July 21st at 6:30pm – Kevin King (2) NC Association of County Commissioners Voting Delegate – Kevin King Attachment 2 LEGISLATION (3) Resolution R26-07 Offer to Purchase Lot 54 Deer Run – Kevin King Attachment 3 Press Conference CLOSED SESSION G.S. 143-318.11(a)(1) Privileged Information G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) Legal G.S. 143-318.11(a)(4) Business Expansion G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5) Real Property G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) Personnel G.S. 143-318.11(a)(7) Criminal Investigations ANNOUNCEMENTS Work Session – July 7th at 7:00 p.m. Special Called Joint Work Session with Board of Education – July 9th at 6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting – July 21st at 6:30 p.m.
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1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON JULY 07, 2026 The Jackson County Board of Commissioners met in a Regular Session on July 07, 2026, 6:30 p.m., Justice and Administration Building, Room A201, 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, North Carolina. Present: Mark A. Letson, Chairman Kevin King, County Manager Jenny Lynn Hooper, Commissioner John Kubis, County Attorney (Via Zoom) Michael Jennings, Commissioner Angela M. Winchester, Clerk to the Board John W. Smith, Commissioner Absent: Todd Bryson, Vice Chair Chairman Letson called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. (1) AGENDA: Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the agenda. Commissioner Smith seconded the Motion. Motion carried. (2) MINUTES: Commissioner Smith moved to approve the minutes of a Special Budget Work Session of June 08, 2026 and a Regular Meeting of June 16, 2026, as presented. Commissioner Jennings seconded the Motion. Motion carried. (3) CHAIRMAN’S REPORT: Chairman Letson stated it was a busy weekend celebrating the Fourth of July. He hoped everyone had a wonderful time. (4) COMMISSIONER REPORTS: Commissioner Hooper stated she attended the Dillsboro Parade and it was awesome. They honored the veterans and people who were cornerstones in the community. It was a pleasant experience and a great time. (5) COUNTY MANAGER REPORT: Mr. King reported on the following: (a) Whittier Heritage Gro [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jul 6, 2026

Cullowhee Community Planning Council

Cullowhee Community Planning Council meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled meeting for July 6, 2026, has been cancelled. The Board is scheduled to reconvene on August 3, 2026.

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NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION CULLOWHEE COMMUNITY PLANNING COUNCIL The public is hereby notified that the Cullowhee Community Planning Council’s regularly scheduled meeting for July 6, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. located at the Jackson County Department on Aging, Heritage Room has been cancelled. The Board is scheduled to reconvene on August 3, 2026. Posted By: Allison Kelley, Clerk to the Board Posted: 06/26/2026
Thu Jun 25, 2026

Jackson County Planning Board

Jackson County Planning Board to discuss open storage

The Planning Board will meet to discuss open storage as old business. The agenda also includes planning updates and the administration of an oath of office.

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JACKSON C OUNTY PLANNING BOARD D A T E : J U N E 25 , 2 0 26 T I M E : 6 : 0 0 PM L O C A T I O N : D E P A R T M E N T O N A G I N G- H E R I T A G E R O O M S Y L V A , N C Meeting Agenda 1. Call to Order and Quorum Check 2. Oath of Office 3. Additions to/Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes (May 28, 2026) 5. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) 6. Old Business a) Open Storage Discussion 7. New Business a) Planning Updates 8. Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026

Cashiers Area Community Planning Council

Cashiers Area Community Planning Council to discuss leadership and planning updates

The council will meet to discuss nominations for Chairman and Vice Chairman and receive planning updates. The agenda also includes a detailed procedural guide for conducting quasi-judicial hearings regarding special use permits.

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CASHIERS AREA COMMUN ITY PLANNING COUNCIL DATE: JUNE 22 , 202 6 TIME: 5 :00 PM LOCATION: CASHIERS/GLENVILLE RECREATION CENTER, MEETING ROOM CASHIERS , NC Meeting Agenda 1. Call to Order and Quorum Check 2. Oath of Office 3. Additions to/Approval of the Agenda 4. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) 5. New Business a) Quasi-Judicial Procedures b) Nominations for Chairman and Vice Chairman Discussion c) Planning Updates 6. Adjournment PROCEDURE FOR QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING I. General Information: A Quasi-Judicial Hearing is an evidentiary hearing where the Cashiers Area Community Planning Council will make a decision based solely on competent, material, and substantial evidence in the record. The record is all of the materials and input that is presented to the Council, including the application, exhibits, testimony, and related materials. The record may include some insufficient evidence, but the Council may not base its decision on it. The procedures provided here are not meant to be binding rules but to be flexible guidance for the conduct of the hearing. Notes to be read following the General Information above: 1. Witnesses shall avoid hearsay evidence. Hearsay evidence is testimony that the witness does not know of his or her own personal knowledge, including that which someone else told the witness. Unless they are a qualified expert, witnesses are not competent to testify about the impact of a proposed land use on the value of other prope [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Jackson County Board to consider FY 2026-2027 Budget Ordinance

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the FY 2026-2027 Budget Ordinance and related budget amendments. The meeting includes a decision on a final bid for the Singing Ridge Property and a review of library room policies.

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✓ Decided: Board of Commissioners adopts FY2026-27 Budget Ordinance

The Board approved a balanced General Fund Budget of $108,790,581 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The budget represents a decrease of $1,296,143 over the previous amended budget. Other actions included approving CDBG-NR compliance plans and closing out a capital project.

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JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026 Justice and Administration Building, Room A201 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, NC 6:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Public Hearing – FY26-27 Proposed Budget June 02, 2026 Regular Meeting June 02, 2026 Work Session June 02, 2026 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Chairman Report Commissioner Reports County Manager Report Informal Comments by Public CONSENT AGENDA (1) Finance Report for May, 2026 – Darlene Fox Attachment 1 (2) Budget Ordinance Amendments – Darlene Fox Attachment 2 (3) Tax Collector and Refund Reports for May, 2026 – Brandi Henson Brooks Attachment 3 NEW BUSINESS (4) CDBG-NR Compliance Plan Approval – Michael Poston Attachment 4a, Attachment 4b, Attachment 4c, Attachment 4d, Attachment 4e (5) Library Room Utilization Policy – Kevin King (6) FY 2026-2027 Budget Ordinance – Kevin King Attachment 6 LEGISLATION (7) Resolution R26-05 Approving the Final Bid for Singing Ridge Property – Kevin King Attachment 7 (8) Resolution R26-06 to Close Out Capital Projects – Darlene Fox Attachment 8 Press Conference CLOSED SESSION G.S. 143-318.11(a)(1) Privileged Information G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) Legal G.S. 143-318.11(a)(4) Business Expansion G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5) Real Property G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) Personnel G.S. 143-318.11(a)(7) Criminal Investigations ANNOUNCEMENTS Regular Meeting – July 7th at 6:30 p.m. Work Session – July 7th at 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeti [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON JUNE 16, 2026 The Jackson County Board of Commissioners met in a Regular Session on June 16, 2026, 6:30 p.m., Justice and Administration Building, Room A201, 401 Grindstaf f Cove Road, Sylva, North Carolina. Present: Mark A. Letson, Chairman Kevin King, County Manager Todd Bryson, Vice Chair John Kubis, County Attorney (Via Zoom) Jenny Lynn Hooper, Commissioner Angela M. Winchester, Clerk to the Board Michael Jennings, Commissioner John W. Smith, Commissioner Chairman Letson called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. (1) AGENDA: Commissioner Jennings moved to approve the agenda. Commissioner Bryson seconded the Motion. Motion carried. (2) MINUTES: Commissioner Bryson moved to approve the minutes a Public Hearing (FY26- 27 Budget) of June 02, 2026; a Regular Meeting of June 02, 2026; and a Work Session of June 02, 2026. Commissioner Smith seconded the Motion. Motion carried. (3) CHAIRMAN’S REPORT: Chairman Letson stated he attended the A KORNS event in Cashiers for the Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau. It was a great fundraiser for th e organization and was well attended. (4) COMMISSIONER REPORTS: (a) Commissioner Smith stated he attended the Center for Domestic Peace open house. They did still have a punch list they were working on. Also, he got together with Dr. Dana Ayers, Superintendent, Mr. Robinson, Princ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 15, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission to discuss Mountain Heritage Day

The commission will meet to review old business regarding Mountain Heritage Day and receive planning updates. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

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JACKSON COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMM ISSION DATE: JUNE 1 5 , 2026 TIME: 5 :00 PM LOCATION: JACKSON COUNTY PUBLI C LIBRARY , CONFERENCE ROOM Meeting Agenda 1. Call to Order and Quorum Check 2. Approval of the Agenda 3. Approval of the Minutes (May 18, 2026) 4. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) 5. Old Business a) Mountain Heritage Day Discussion 6. New Business b) Planning Updates 7. Adjournment
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Board of Health

Jackson County Board of Health to review survey results and director performance

The Board of Health will review customer satisfaction and community input survey results. The meeting includes a closed session for the Health Director's annual performance evaluation and job description review.

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Jackson County Department of Public Health 538 Scotts Creek Road  Sylva, NC 28779 Tel: 828-586-8994  FAX: 828-586-3493 Anna Lippard DIRECTOR JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING AGENDA June 8, 2026 I. Call to order II. Approval of the Agenda III. Approval of the Minutes IV. Old Business V. New Business A. SOTCH Report- Meagan Cagle VI. Administrative Reports A. Customer Satisfaction and Community Input Survey Results B. Health Director Report VII. Closed Session A. Personnel: Health Director Annual Performance Evaluation and job description review VIII. Committee Reports (Board Committees) IX. Other Business X. Announcements XI. Adjournment NEXT MEETING WILL BE September 14 th , 2026 AT 6:00 pm Remaining 2026 Meetings: September 14 th , December 14 th
Tue Jun 2, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss middle school funding and affordable housing strategy

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review updates on affordable housing and middle school funding. The meeting includes presentations from local organizations and a discussion on hunting regulations on private property.

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✓ Decided: Board holds work session on housing, school funding, and community services

The Board of Commissioners held a work session featuring informational presentations on local preschool and mentorship programs, a comprehensive housing strategy, and hunting regulations. The Board discussed a potential $30 million bond referendum for Smoky Mountain Middle School athletic fields but made no formal decisions.

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Jackson County Board of Commissioners Work Session June 02, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Room A-201, Justice Center 1. Cashiers Valley Preschool – April Johnson and Macayla Wiseman Attachment 1 2. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina – Danielle Hernandez, Director 3. Affordable Housing Strategy Update – Michael Poston, Planning Director and Tiffany Henry, Economic Development Director Attachment 3 4. Regulation on Hunting on Private Property – Michael Poston, Planning Director Attachment 4 5. Middle School Funding – Kevin King, County Manager 6. Other business 7. Adjourn
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1 MINUTES OF A WORK SESSION OF THE JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON JUNE 02, 2026 The Jackson County Board of Commissioners met in a Work Session on June 02, 2026, 7:30 p.m., Justice and Administration Building, Room A201, 401 Grindstaff Cov e Road, Sylva, North Carolina. Present: Mark A. Letson, Chairman Kevin King, County Manager Todd Bryson, Vice Chair Darlene Fox, Finance Director Jenny Lynn Hooper, Commissioner Angela M. Winchester, Clerk to the Board Michael Jennings, Commissioner John W. Smith, Commissioner Chairman Letson called the meeting to order. (1) CASHIERS VALLEY PRESCHOOL : April Johnson , Director and Macayla Wiseman, Assistant Director, were present for this item. Ms. Johnson presented: Cashiers Valley Preschool (CVP): (a) Mission statement: “Our goal is to make learning fun and to provide the children with strong, positive interactions. We provide children with an educational curriculum designed to prepare children for educational success form kindergarten and beyond.” (b) CVP had three classrooms: • Toddler for ages 2-3 • Prekindergarten for ages 3-4 • Transitional kindergarten for ages 4-5 • They were in the process of adding the Munchkin Room to include 12 months to 1 year Ms. Wiseman presented: (c) CVP followed state approved Funnydaffer Curriculum. Funnydaffer was a complete, fully customizable curriculum for preschool teachers. (d) Summer Program was from the end of May to the end of J [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 2, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to consider property purchase and numerous board appointments

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a purchase contract for property in Whittier and a fireworks display request. The meeting includes a vote on Library Board Resolution R26-04 and appointments for multiple county boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $1M land purchase for 4-H and youth livestock programs

The Board approved the $1,000,000 purchase of 21.07 acres in Whittier for use by the 4-H Club, FFA Shooting Sports, and the Livestock Club. Other actions included approving fireworks display requests and filling numerous board and commission vacancies. The Board also accepted a $300 bid for Lot 54, Deer Run, to begin a 10-day upset bid process.

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JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 02, 2026 Justice and Administration Building, Room A201 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, NC 6:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PROCLAMATION: Military Order of Purple Heart Proclamation APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Chairman Report Commissioner Reports County Manager Report Informal Comments by Public NEW BUSINESS (1) Fireworks Display Request – Tony Elders Attachment 1 (2) Offer to Purchase and Contract for 190 Quin Holcombe Road, Whittier – Kevin King Attachment 2 LEGISLATION (3) Library Board Resolution R26-04 – Kevin King Attachment 3 APPOINTMENTS (4) Boards/Commission Appointments: Attachment 4 ABC Board (Chair) Airport Authority (2) America 250 Committee (2) Business and Industry Advisory Committee (2) Cashiers Area Community Planning Council (5) Cemetery Board (5) Community Advisory Committee for Long Term Care (1) Council on Aging (6) Cullowhee Planning Council (6) Dangerous Dog Board (3) Historic Preservation Commission (3) Library Board (7) Planning Board (8) Recreation and Parks Advisory Board (1) Solid Waste Board (6) Southwestern Community College Board of Trustees (1) Tourism Development Authority (3) Press Conference CLOSED SESSION G.S. 143 -318.11(a)(1) Privileged Information G.S. 143 -318.11(a)(3) Legal G.S. 143 -318.11(a)(4) Business Expansion G.S. 143 -318.11(a)(5) Real Property G.S. 143 -318.11(a)(6) [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON JUNE 02, 2026 The Jackson County Board of Commissioners met in a Regular Session on June 02, 2026, 6:37 p.m., Justice and Administration Building, Room A201, 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, North Carolina. Present: Mark A. Letson, Chairman Kevin King, County Manager Todd Bryson, Vice Chair John Kubis, County Attorney (Via Zoom) Jenny Lynn Hooper, Commissioner Angela M. Winchester, Clerk to the Board Michael Jennings, Commissioner John W. Smith, Commissioner Chairman Letson called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. (1) PROCLAMATION FOR PURPLE HEART COUNTY : Chairman Letson read a Proclamation to proclaim Jackson County as a Purple Heart County. Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the Proclamation. Commissioner Smith seconded the Motion. Motion carried. Sheila Setzer, Veterans Service Officer, was present to accept the proclamation. (2) AGENDA: Chairman Letson requested to add one item: Offer to Purchase for Lot 54, Deer Run. Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the amended agenda. Commissioner Smith seconded the Motion. Motion carried. (3) MINUTES: Commissioner Bryson moved to approve the minutes of a Regular Meeting of May 19, 2026, as presented. Commissioner Jennings seconded the Motion. Motion carried. (4) CHAIRMAN’S REPORT: Chairman Letson stated the summer season had kicked off and traffic was getting bu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 1, 2026

Cullowhee Community Planning Council

Cullowhee Community Planning Council meeting cancelled

The regular monthly meeting scheduled for June 1, 2026, has been cancelled. The Council is scheduled to reconvene on July 6, 2026.

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JACKSON COUNTY PLANNING 538 Scotts Creek Road, Suite 217 Sylva, North Carolina 28779 (828) 631-2261 NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION Cullowhee Community Planning Council Date of Meeting: June 1, 2026 Time: 6:00 p.m. Place: Department on Aging, Heritage Room Purpose: Regular monthly meeting The public is hereby notified that the Cullowhee Community Planning Council June 1, 2026 regular monthly meeting has been cancelled. The Council is set to reconvene on July 6, 2026. Posted: 0 5/26/2026 For more information, please visit the Planning Department website at www.planning.jacksonnc.org or call us at 828-631-2261
Thu May 28, 2026

Jackson County Planning Board

Jackson County Planning Board to discuss open storage

The Planning Board will meet to discuss open storage under old business. The agenda also includes planning updates and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board reviews draft open storage regulations

The board discussed draft regulations for non-residential outdoor storage, including setbacks and buffer requirements. No formal vote was taken on the open storage language. The board approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

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JACKSON C OUNTY PLANNING BOARD DATE: MAY 28 , 202 6 TIME: 6:00 PM LOCATION: DEPARTMENT ON AGING - HERITAGE ROOM SYLVA, NC Meeting Agenda 1. Call to Order and Quorum Check 2. Approval of the Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes (January 22, 2026 (amended), March 26, 2026) 4. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) 5. Old Business a) Open Storage Discussion 6. New Business a) Planning Updates 7. Adjournment
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~ JACKSON COUNTY PLANNING BOARD- MINUTES Date: May 28, 2026 Time Begin: 6:00 p.m. Time End: 7:00 p.m. Location: Department on Aging, Heritage Room Members, « », prasint Absent |‘ Mernbers | Present | Absent | Members _ __| Present | Absent Elmer Rhodie Michael Cox Beverly Crespo X Xx , xX Humbert Mary Kathryn Ken Brown At Large xX xX Harvey (Vacant) Brian Barwatt x Jeffrey x" At Large Gunter | (Vacant) Keith Blaine x / Nathan x Shepherd Staff Present: Michael Poston- Planning Director John Jeleniewski- Senior Planner Ashley Clapsaddle- Planner | Allison Kelley- Processing Assistant IV Haven Bryant- Planning Intern Others Present: Anna Ferguson, North Carolina House Representative Call to Order and Quorum Check Chairman Nathan Shepherd called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and a quorum was present. Introduction . Ms. Ferguson introduced herself to the board that she was the new representative in the North Carolina House. Ms. Ferguson provided business cards with her contact information to the members and asked them to reach out if there was anything that they needed or that she could do. In addition, Ms. Ferguson informed the board that she is currently in her position for the short session until January and would be on the ballot in November. Approval of the Agenda Ken Brown made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. There was discussion amongst the board regarding the agenda as follows. Keith Blaine confirmed from staff that this board does not discu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 25, 2026

Cashiers Area Community Planning Council

May 25, 2026 Cashiers Area Community Planning Council meeting cancelled

The regular monthly meeting of the Cashiers Area Community Planning Council scheduled for May 25, 2026, has been cancelled. The body is scheduled to reconvene on June 22, 2026.

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JACKSON COUNTY PLANNING 538 Scotts Creek Road, Suite 217 Sylva, North Carolina 28779 (828) 631-2261 NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION Cashiers Area Community Planning Council Date of Meeting: May 25, 2026 Time: 5:00 p.m. Place: Albert Carlton Cashiers Community Library (Community Room) Purpose: Cancellation of regular monthly meeting ________________________________________________________________________ The public is hereby notified that the Cashiers Area Community Planning Council regular monthly meeting on May 25, 2026 has been cancelled. The Council regularly meets on the fourth Monday of every month, and is currently set to reconvene on June 22, 2026 Posted: 05/18/26 For more information, please visit the Planning Department website at www.planning.jacksonnc.org or call 828-631-2261
Tue May 19, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners to review FY26-27 Proposed Budget

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27. The meeting includes reports from public schools and Southwestern Community College, as well as a resolution regarding property tax authority.

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✓ Decided: Board approves April finance and tax reports

The Board of Commissioners approved the April 2026 Finance Report, two Budget Ordinance Amendments, and the Tax Collector and Refund Reports. The meeting included informational updates on library surplus funds, public school budget requests for 2026-27, and funding requests from Southwestern Community College.

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JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 19, 2026 Justice and Administration Building, Room A201 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, NC 6:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting May 05, 2025 Work Session May 05, 2025 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Chairman Report Commissioner Reports County Manager Report Informal Comments by Public CONSENT AGENDA (1) Finance Report for April 2026 – Darlene Fox Attachment 1 (2) Budget Ordinance Amendments – Darlene Fox Attachment 2 (3) Tax Collector and Refund Reports for April 2026 – Brandi Henson Brooks Attachment 3 NEW BUSINESS (4) Fontana Regional Library Board Update – Lori Richards, FRL Board Member (5) Public Schools – Jake Buchanan, Associate Superintendent and Dr. Michael Vetter, Human Resources Director Attachment 5 (6) Southwestern Community College – Dr. Don Tomas, President Attachment 6 (7) Project Rise Discussions – Tiffany Henry, Economic Development Director (8) Register of Deeds Records Retention and Disposition Schedule Update – Kevin King Attachment 8 (9) Register of Deeds Refund – Kevin King Attachment 9 (10) Resolution Opposing Modifications to County Property Tax Authority – Kevin King Attachment 10 (11) FY26-27 Proposed Budget – Kevin King LEGISLATION (12) Library Board Resolution R26-04 – Kevin King Attachment 12 Press Conference CLOSED SESSION G.S. 143-318.11(a)(1) Privileged Information G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) Legal G.S. 143-318.11(a)(4) Bus [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON MAY 19, 2026 The Jackson County Board of Commissioners met in a Regular Session on May 19, 2026, 6:30 p.m., Justice and Administration Building, Room A201, 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, North Carolina. Present: Mark A. Letson, Chairman Kevin King, County Manager Todd Bryson, Vice Chair John Kubis, County Attorney (Via Zoom) Jenny Lynn Hooper, Commissioner Angela M. Winchester, Clerk to the Board Michael Jennings, Commissioner John W. Smith, Commissioner Chairman Letson called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. (1) AGENDA: Commissioner Smith moved to approve the agenda. Commissioner Bryson seconded the Motion. Motion carried. (2) MINUTES: Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the minutes a Regular Meeting of May 05, 202 6 and a Work Session of May 05, 202 6. Commissioner Jennings seconded the Motion. Motion carried. (3) CHAIRMAN’S REPORT: Chairman Letson stated the Board would continue to accept applications for appointments to county boards and commissions. If anyone wanted to serve, they could find the application on the county website. The Board would consider the applications in June. (4) COMMISSIONER REPORTS: None. (5) COUNTY MANAGER REPORT : Mr. King stated the Charles Elders Event Center was coming along very well. They were looking to meet the July completion date. The water expansion project was ab [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Jackson County Historic Preservation Commission to discuss Mountain Heritage Day

The commission will meet to discuss Mountain Heritage Day and receive an update on the Historic Preservation Month art contest.

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✓ Decided: Historic Preservation Commission announces art contest winners

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Staff provided an update on the Historic Preservation Month art contest and discussed potential participation in Mountain Heritage Day.

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JACKSON C OUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMM ISSION DATE: MAY 18 , 20 26 TIME: 5 :00 PM LOCATION: JACKSON COUNTY PUBLI C LIBRARY , CONFERENCE ROOM Meeting Agenda 1. Call to Order and Quorum Check 2. Approval of the Agenda 3. Approval of the Minutes (April 20, 2026) 4. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) 5. Old Business a) Historic Preservation Month Art Contest Update 6. New Business a) Mountain Heritage Day Discussion 7. Adjournment
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JACKSON COUNTY HisTorRIc PRESERVATION COMMISSION - MINUTES Date: May 18, 2026 v Time Begin: 5:00 pm Time End: 5:19 pm Location: Jackson County Public Library, Conference Room Ashley Clapsaddle, Planner | Allison Kelley, Processing Assistant IV Call to Order and Quorum Check Vice Chairman Luther Jones called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. and a quorum was present. Approval of the Agenda Travis Mileti made a motion to approve the agenda as written. Pam Meister seconded the motion, and the motion passed with a vote of six (6) in favor and zero (0) opposed. Approval of the Minutes Travis Mileti made a motion to approve the minutes from April 20, 2026 as written. Pam Meister second the motion, and the motion passed with a vote of six (6) in favor and zero (0) opposed. ~ Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker) e Joshua Monteith: Mr. Monteith expressed his concerns to the Commission regarding Al data centers and not wanting the land to be sold to those centers as it is not good for the environment. Additional concerns included that the jobs the Al data centers offer are short term and are only for those with special degrees, and that they use water and energy that raises everyone’s bills without contributing or helping the economy or people. Lisa Kelly: Ms. Kelly introduced that she is with WNC From the Group Up, which is a local Members Present | Absent - Present Absent ‘Present | Absent Pam Meister X ‘Travis Mileti X ‘Brandon Core X Michael Moore xX Susan Leveil [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 5, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Jackson County Commissioners to hold work session on library resolution and projects

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a work session to review a Library Board Resolution and receive updates on county projects.

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✓ Decided: Board reaches consensus to amend Library Board Resolution

The Board discussed term limits, staggered terms, and membership requirements for a draft Library Board Resolution. The Board reached a consensus to amend the draft for consideration at the May 19th regular meeting. No formal votes were taken on the resolution.

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Jackson County Board of Commissioners Work Session May 05, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Room A-201, Justice Center 1. Library Board Resolution – Kevin King Attachment 1 2. County Projects Update – Kevin King 3. Other Business 4. Adjourn
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1 MINUTES OF A WORK SESSION OF THE JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON MAY 05, 2026 The Jackson County Board of Commissioners met in a Work Session on May 05, 2026, 7:00 p.m., Justice and Administration Building, Room A201, 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, North Carolina. Present: Mark A. Letson, Chairman Kevin King, County Manager Jenny Lynn Hooper, Commissioner Angela M. Winchester, Clerk to the Board Michael Jennings, Commissioner Absent: Todd Bryson, Vice Chair John W. Smith, Commissioner Chairman Letson called the meeting to order. (1) LIBRARY BOARD RESOLUTION : Mr. King presented the draft Library Board Resolution for review and discussion. He noted one item they would need to discuss was the length of terms. Also, he suggested staggered terms to begin with. Chairman Letson stated he also wanted to address term limits. He thought having a limit of t wo consecutive terms was standard across most boards. Commissioner Hooper stated she did not believe they should be required to have a library card to serve. Chairman Letson stated he felt having a library card was a prerequisite to know ing what was happening in the libraries. With the amount of emphasis happening within the library, he thought members should have a card to check out books and materials of concern. Commissioner Jennings stated he did not agree with having one resident from each district. There may be three people from one district and no one from [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 5, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to consider Webster Facility Agreement

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a facility agreement for Webster and make appointments to the Cashiers Planning Council. The meeting also includes proclamations for Law Enforcement Officers Week and Older Americans.

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✓ Decided: Board approves agreement for foster child emergency shelter in Webster

The Board of Commissioners approved a facility agreement with Hawthorne Heights to provide emergency shelter for foster children. The county will pay utilities while Hawthorne Heights manages operations. The Board also approved two proclamations and the April 21 meeting minutes.

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JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 05, 2026 Justice and Administration Building, Room A201 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, NC 6:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PROCLAMATION: Law Enforcement Officers Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day Proclamation 1 PROCLAMATION: Honoring Older Americans Proclamation 2 APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting - April 21, 2026 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Chairman Report Commissioner Reports County Manager Report Informal Comments by Public NEW BUSINESS (1) Webster Facility Agreement – Kevin King Attachment 1 APPOINTMENTS (2) Cashiers Planning Council Attachment 2 Press Conference CLOSED SESSION G.S. 143-318.11(a)(1) Privileged Information G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) Legal G.S. 143-318.11(a)(4) Business Expansion G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5) Real Property G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) Personnel G.S. 143-318.11(a)(7) Criminal Investigations ANNOUNCEMENTS Work Session – May 5 th at 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting – May 19 th at 6:30 p.m.
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1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HELD ON MAY 05, 2026 The Jackson County Board of Commissioners met in a Regular Session on May 05, 2026, 6:30 p.m., Justice and Administration Building, Room A201, 401 Grindstaff Cove Road, Sylva, North Carolina. Present: Mark A. Letson, Chairman Kevin King, County Manager Jenny Lynn Hooper, Commissioner John Kubis, County Attorney (Via Zoom) Michael Jennings, Commissioner Angela M. Winchester, Clerk to the Board Absent: Todd Bryson, Vice Chair John W. Smith, Commissioner Chairman Letson called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. (1) PROCLAMATION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS WEEK AND PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY : Chairman Letson read a Proclamation to proclaim May 10th-16th as Law Enforcement Officers Week and May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day. Commissioner Jennings moved to approve the Proclamation. Commissioner Hooper seconded the Motion. Motion carried. Sheriff Doug Farmer, Captain Tony Cope and Corporal C.B. Hooper were present to accept the proclamation. (2) PROCLAMATION HONORING OLDER AMERICANS: Chairman Letson read a Proclamation to proclaim May as Older Americans Month. Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the Proclamation. Commissioner Jennings seconded the Motion. Motion carried. Jamie Davis, Director, Aging Director, was present to accept the proclamation. (3) AGENDA: Commissioner Jennings moved to app [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

Cullowhee Community Planning Council

Cullowhee Community Planning Council meeting cancelled

The regular monthly meeting scheduled for May 4, 2026, has been cancelled due to no new business.

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JACKSON COUNTY PLANNING 538 Scotts Creek Road, Suite 217 Sylva, North Carolina 28779 (828) 631-2261 NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION Cullowhee Community Planning Council Date of Meeting: May 4, 2026 Time: 6:00 p.m. Place: Department on Aging, Heritage Room Purpose: Regular monthly meeting The public is hereby notified that the Cullowhee Community Planning Council May 4, 2026 regular monthly meeting has been cancelled due to no new business. The Council is set to reconvene on June 1, 2026. Posted: 0 4/27/2026 For more information, please visit the Planning Department website at www.planning.jacksonnc.org or call us at 828-631-2261
Mon Apr 27, 2026

Cashiers Area Community Planning Council

Cashiers Area Community Planning Council meeting cancelled

The regular monthly meeting of the Cashiers Area Community Planning Council scheduled for April 27, 2026, has been cancelled.

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JACKSON COUNTY PLANNING 538 Scotts Creek Road, Suite 217 Sylva, North Carolina 28779 (828) 631-2261 NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION Cashiers Area Community Planning Council Date of Meeting: April 27, 2026 Time: 5:00 p.m. Place: Albert Carlton Cashiers Community Library (Community Room) Purpose: Cancellation of regular monthly meeting ________________________________________________________________________ The public is hereby notified that the Cashiers Area Community Planning Council regular monthly meeting on April 27, 2026 has been cancelled. The Council regularly meets on the fourth Monday of every month, and is currently set to reconvene on May 25, 2026 Posted: 04/21/26 For more information, please visit the Planning Department webs ite at www.planning.jacksonnc.org or call 828-631-2261
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