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Mount Airy public meetings in 2025

51 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board approves $30,000 sale of three North Main Street parcels

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met on December 18, 2025 to consider agenda items, consent agenda, and new business. The Board approved Resolution 2026-028, accepting a $30,000 offer to purchase three city‑owned parcels on North Main Street (about 0.724 acres). Other actions included a budget ordinance amendment allocating $5,190 of insurance proceeds to the police fund and setting public hearings on a Roberts Road rezoning and on planning board rule amendments.

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Thu Dec 18, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider incentives for Project Chicago

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution regarding incentives for Project Chicago. The meeting also includes a resolution for planning and design services for the Main Street Water Line Replacement Project.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board votes to demolish 241 Rockford Street property for $22,000

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met to discuss routine business, zoning amendments, and a contested property demolition. The board approved personnel policy updates and surplus property disposal but deadlocked on extending a deadline for the 241 Rockford Street property before ultimately voting to demolish it.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board to consider routine agenda items and public hearings

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the agenda, consider a consent agenda of routine business including minutes and resolutions, and hold public hearings.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider rezoning of 0.52 acres on Roberts Road

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request and updates to Planning Board rules. The body will decide on an ordinance to change a portion of Roberts Road from residential to business use.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider rezoning of 0 Roberts Road and amend Planning Board rules

The Board will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone a portion of 0 Roberts Road from R‑6 to B‑2. It will also consider proposed amendments to the Planning Board’s rules of procedure. In the New Business section the Board will vote on Ordinance No. 2026‑018 to rezone the 0.52‑acre segment of 0 Roberts Road and on Resolution No. 2026‑033 to amend the Planning Board rules. The meeting also includes routine items, special recognitions, presentations, and a public forum.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board approves $62,000 repair fund for Andy Griffith Playhouse and several property sales

The Board adopted its consent agenda, which includes authorizing an online auction sale of city‑owned property and setting tax releases. In new business, the Board accepted offers to purchase three parcels on N. Main Street and properties on Lakeview Drive and N. Franklin Road, approved an incentive‑pay program for the Police Department, and passed a budget amendment allocating $62,000 for repairs to the Andy Griffith Playhouse. The Board also authorized the City Manager to bring a surplus property before the Board for possible sale on GovDeals.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on incentive pay program for Mount Airy Police Department

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including an incentive pay program for the city police department. Other items include authorizing the sale of city‑owned property through an online auction, setting public hearings on a rezoning request on Roberts Road and on planning board rule amendments, and approving purchases of city‑owned parcels on N. Main Street, Lakeview Drive, and N. Franklin Road. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items such as approval of minutes, tax releases, and a budget ordinance amendment for insurance proceeds.

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Thu Oct 16, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider property purchase resolutions and conference center pricing

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will discuss several new business items, including two zoning ordinance amendments, multiple resolutions to purchase city property and to authorize an upset‑bid process, and a resolution to accept a guaranteed maximum price for a proposed conference center. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and public hearings on zoning sign and fence amendments.

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Thu Oct 16, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider conference center price and zoning changes

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a guaranteed maximum price for a proposed conference center and property sales on E. Wilson Street. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning amendments regarding feather flag signs and wire fencing.

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider budget amendment for Andy Griffith Playhouse repairs

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and a consent agenda that includes approval of September 4, 2025 minutes, appointments to the Appearance Commission, and resolutions to set public hearings on razor wire/electric fencing and flag signage. They will discuss city surplus property and hear a presentation on Carter Street Park. The board will consider a budget ordinance amendment for repairs to the Andy Griffith Playhouse (Ordinance No. 2026-012).

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board to consider budget amendment for Andy Griffith Playhouse repairs

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a budget ordinance amendment for building repairs at the Andy Griffith Playhouse. The meeting includes setting public hearings for flag signage and razor wire/electric fencing regulations.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board will vote on zoning ordinance amendments for off‑street parking and loading

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will consider routine items on the consent agenda, including approvals of recent meeting minutes and several grant‑related project ordinance amendments. A public hearing will be held on proposed changes to Article VIII of the city zoning ordinance concerning off‑street parking and loading. In new business, the Board will vote on the zoning amendment ordinance, a budget amendment to repay state funds for the Northern Regional Hospital Building Reuse Grant, a resolution to purchase city‑owned property on East Wilson Street, and a resolution awarding a paving contract for the Balladeer Hotel parking lot.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board will consider zoning amendment, budget repayment, property sale, and paving contract

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and routine consent items. A public hearing will be held on amendments to Article VIII of the zoning ordinance concerning off‑street parking and loading. The board will vote on four new business items: Ordinance No. 2026‑010 amending the zoning ordinance, Ordinance No. 2026‑011 amending the budget for repayment of state hospital grant funds, Resolution No. 2026‑019 to receive an offer and authorize an upset‑bid process for city‑owned property on East Wilson Street (PIN 502016944497), and Resolution No. 2026‑020 to award a paving contract for the Balladeer Hotel parking lot.

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Thu Sep 4, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Commissioners to hold virtual and in-person meeting September 4

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will meet at 6:00 pm on September 4 in the Council Chamber of the Municipal Building (300 South Main Street) and virtually via Zoom. The agenda includes routine approvals, a zoning ordinance public hearing, a tourism update, and a Constitution Week proclamation.

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Thu Sep 4, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to set public hearing for zoning ordinance amendment

The Board of Commissioners will meet to conduct routine business and receive updates on tourism. The agenda includes a resolution to set a public hearing regarding amendments to Article 8 of the City of Mount Airy Zoning Ordinance.

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Thu Aug 21, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider easements for Downtown WIFI Project

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss city surplus property and consider a resolution approving easements for the Downtown WIFI Project. The meeting also includes a planning board reappointment and employee anniversary recognitions.

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Thu Aug 21, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider easements for Downtown WIFI Project

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss city surplus property and consider a resolution for the Downtown WIFI Project. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine business and a public forum.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy and Dobson boards to discuss power easement and water project

The Mount Airy and Dobson Boards of Commissioners are holding a recessed joint meeting. The boards are considering a power easement for Westwood Industrial Park and a water interconnect project.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy and Dobson boards to consider water project and energy easement

The City of Mount Airy and Town of Dobson boards are holding a recessed joint meeting. The boards will consider a Duke Energy easement and a water interconnect project.

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Thu Aug 7, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider Planning Board rule changes and Westwood Park playground contract

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on procedural changes to Planning Board rules. The body is also considering a contract for an inclusive playground at Westwood Park and grant project amendments for the public library and Mill District.

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Thu Aug 7, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board considers contract for Westwood Park Inclusive Playground

The Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on a contract for the Westwood Park Inclusive Playground and procedural changes to Planning Board rules. The meeting includes updates on city surplus property and a granite curb proposal for the Municipal Service District.

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Thu Jul 17, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board to consider incentives for Project Freedom

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve incentives for Project Freedom. The meeting also includes awarding contracts for streetscape and park improvements.

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Thu Jul 17, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board of Commissioners holds special meeting for closed session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed session regarding attorney-client privilege and procedural items.

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Thu Jul 17, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider incentives for Project Freedom and park paving contracts

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on incentives for Project Freedom. The meeting also includes awarding contracts for streetscape improvements and park accessibility.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board to consider zoning changes and property demolition

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments regarding off-street parking and loading. The body is also considering the demolition of a property and the sale of city-owned land.

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Thu Jul 3, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board considers zoning changes for off-street parking and property demolition

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on amendments to the City Zoning Ordinance regarding off-street parking and loading. The body will also consider ordinances for property demolition and the sale of city-owned land.

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Thu Jun 19, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board to consider incentive agreement for Project Star

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding incentives for Project Star and amendments to ordinances concerning boarded-up structures. The body will also consider a resolution to authorize the sale of city-owned property via an upset bid process.

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Thu Jun 19, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider incentive agreement for Project Star

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding incentives for Project Star and amendments to ordinances for boarded-up structures. The meeting includes several budget ordinance amendments and a resolution regarding the sale of city-owned property.

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Thu Jun 12, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board of Commissioners to vote on FY 2025-2026 Budget

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the budget and financial plans for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This includes voting on specific ordinances for budget allocation and privilege licenses.

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Thu Jun 5, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board to vote on FY 2025-2026 Budget

The Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially approve the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, including the schedule of fees and privilege licenses. The meeting also includes several budget and project ordinance amendments and a resolution regarding the sale of city-owned property.

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Thu Jun 5, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board of Commissioners to vote on Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget

The Board of Commissioners will consider the adoption of the FY 2025-2026 budget, including the schedule of fees and privilege licenses. The meeting also includes several budget ordinance amendments and a resolution regarding the sale of city-owned property.

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Thu May 15, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Public hearing on proposed FY2025-2026 budget

The Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. They will also consider a rezoning at 0 Piedmont Triad West Drive and amendments to development conditions for Piedmont Triad West Industrial Park, an ordinance on flex space facilities, and discuss the mayor's salary. A closed session is scheduled for attorney-client privilege and property acquisition.

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Thu May 15, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Public hearing on proposed FY2026 budget; rezoning at Piedmont Triad West Drive

The Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget. They will also consider ordinances to rezone property at 0 Piedmont Triad West Drive and to amend the zoning ordinance for flex space facilities. Additionally, the Board will discuss the salary of the Mayor and hold closed sessions for attorney-client privilege and property acquisition.

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Thu May 1, 2025

Board of Commissioners

City Manager to present proposed FY2025-2026 budget

The Board will hold public hearings on rezoning property at 0 Piedmont Triad West Drive and on amendments to zoning ordinances for flex space facilities. They will also consider a resolution opposing House Bill 765 and receive the proposed FY2025-2026 budget from the City Manager. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, appointments, and a budget amendment for insurance proceeds.

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Thu May 1, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to hear proposed FY2026 budget, consider rezoning and oppose HB765

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for 0 Piedmont Triad West Drive, zoning amendments for flex space facilities, and changes to development conditions at Piedmont Triad West Industrial Park. The board will also hear a presentation of the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget, consider a resolution opposing changes to local planning and zoning in House Bill 765, and receive updates from Duke Energy and on the downtown WiFi project.

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Thu Apr 17, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board sets public hearings for rezoning, zoning text amendments, and industrial park conditions

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including setting public hearings for rezoning two parcels in Piedmont Triad West Industrial Park, zoning ordinance text amendments, and amending development conditions. New business includes an ordinance amending the city personnel policy, a resolution awarding a sewer line right-of-way mowing contract, and a resolution approving employee insurance benefits. The board will also recognize Citizens Police Academy graduates.

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Thu Apr 17, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board of Commissioners to consider rezoning and personnel policy updates

The Board will discuss several public hearing notices for rezoning and zoning amendments. The meeting includes decisions on a personnel policy ordinance, employee insurance benefits, and a sewer line mowing contract.

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Thu Apr 3, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board to consider 911 fund and grant application resolutions

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a streetscape project update and consider two resolutions. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel and economic development matters.

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Thu Apr 3, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy board to consider 911 fund agreement and PARTF park grant application

The Board of Commissioners will discuss and possibly approve two resolutions: one authorizing an interlocal agreement for 911 fund distributions (Resolution 2025-047) and one authorizing an application for a Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) grant (Resolution 2025-048). They will also receive a presentation on the Franklin Street Streetscape Project. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from a February strategic planning meeting. Closed sessions are scheduled for economic development and personnel matters.

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Thu Mar 20, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on $249,348 loan payoff and $25,000 property sale

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including the reappointment of John Sanders to the ABC Board and a budget amendment transferring $249,348.60 from the Capital Investment Fund to pay off a Motorola loan for Fire Department communications. Under old business, the board will discuss a request from Mount Airy City Schools for a School Resource Officer. New business includes a resolution to accept an offer of $25,000 from CAS Investments, LLC for two parcels on East Pine Street following the upset bid process, and approval of an interlocal agreement with Surry County for inspection services.

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Thu Mar 20, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider property sale, interlocal agreement, and school SRO request

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on March 20, 2025. They will vote on resolutions for a property sale through an upset bid process and an interlocal agreement with Surry County. Old business includes a request from Mount Airy City Schools for school resource officers. The consent agenda contains routine items such as an ABC Board reappointment and a budget amendment for fire department communication loan payoff.

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Thu Mar 6, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to hear SRO request, downtown Wi-Fi project, library budget amendment

The Board of Commissioners will hear presentations on a school resource officer request from Mount Airy City Schools and a downtown Wi‑Fi project. They will also consider a budget ordinance amendment for the Mount Airy Public Library Improvements Grant Project and discuss an update on the Farmers Market. A closed session is planned under attorney-client privilege. Several consent agenda items, including tax releases and a police vehicle purchase, are routine.

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Thu Mar 6, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Mount Airy Board of Commissioners to discuss police vehicles and library grants

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider budget amendments for police vehicles and a public library improvements grant. The agenda includes presentations regarding a school SRO request and a downtown Wi-Fi project.

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Thu Feb 20, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Public hearing on relocating Farmer’s Market; city property sale considered

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on relocating the Farmer’s Market to a public parking lot on Virginia Street. They will also consider a resolution to accept an offer for purchase of city-owned property and authorize an upset bid process. Consent agenda items include a housing authority reappointment, an audit contract, and a budget ordinance amendment for insurance proceeds.

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Thu Feb 20, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider property sale, farmer's market relocation

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on relocating the farmer's market to a public parking lot on Virginia Street. New business includes a resolution to accept an offer for city-owned property and authorize an upset bid process. The consent agenda covers routine approvals including minutes, a housing authority reappointment, an audit contract with Martin Starnes and Associates, and a budget amendment for insurance proceeds.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board holds two-day strategic planning meeting with budget and department reviews

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners meets for a two-day strategic planning session. Day one includes city manager goals, departmental updates from multiple agencies, and discussions on special appropriations and economic development. Day two covers a finance update, fund balance policy, water and sewer funds, the Highway 89 Interconnect project, Main Oak Emporium, and a budget directive.

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Thu Feb 6, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider three ordinance amendments for Mill District Streetscape Grant Project

The Board will vote on consent agenda items including a Duke Energy lease extension, Historic Preservation Commission reappointments, tax advertisement, tax releases, and a budget amendment for insurance proceeds. Under new business, they will consider three project ordinance amendments for the Mill District Streetscape Grant Project. Presentations include a Black History Month Proclamation and a Farmer's Market Update.

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Thu Feb 6, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider Mill District streetscape project ordinances and Duke Energy lease amendment

The Board will consider a consent agenda including a Duke Energy lease amendment, historic preservation reappointments, and tax matters. New business features three ordinances for the Mill District Streetscape Grant Project phases and amendments. A Black History Month proclamation and farmer's market update are also on the agenda.

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Thu Jan 16, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider property conveyance for Project Vista

The Board of Commissioners will discuss awarding a construction manager contract and authorizing the conveyance of property to Hawthorne Mount Airy, LLC for Project Vista. The meeting also includes a budget amendment for insurance proceeds and tourism development reappointments.

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Thu Jan 16, 2025

Board of Commissioners

Board to award construction manager contract and approve property deed for Project Vista

At this regular meeting, the Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution awarding a Construction Manager at Risk contract (Resolution 2025-035) and will consider ratifying a deed to convey property to Hawthorne Mount Airy, LLC for Project Vista. The board will also hear a presentation on urban archery season from the NC Wildlife Resources Commission and issue a MLK Day proclamation. The consent agenda includes a budget amendment for insurance proceeds and tourism reappointments.

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