Beech Mountain public meetings in 2022

CANCELLED: Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for December 20, 2022, was cancelled. The provided document contains the agenda for that date and minutes from previous meetings.

Regular Town Council

The Town Council will discuss a resolution for local control over residential structure design and review the 2022 financial statements. The meeting also includes a request regarding a dumpster location on Mariah Circle and the naming of Watauga Bridge.

• Resolution to request local control of the design of residential structures
• 2022 Financial Statement Presentation
• Mariah Circle Dumpster Location POA Request (staff recommends disapproval)
• Resolution honoring Sergeant Christopher Ward and naming Watauga Bridge
• RFQ 2022 Grassy Gap WWTP Sewershed Study

Tourism Development Authority Meeting

The Tourism Development Authority is meeting to review financial reports and occupancy tax usage from 2020 to 2022. The board will also discuss an auditor's report and project updates.

• Occupancy Tax Usage 2020-2022
• Auditor's Report
• Farmer's Market additional receipts
• Occupancy tax and Budget-to-Date report

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold quasi-judicial hearings to consider appeals of notices of violation. The cases involve tree cutting and grading activities on Bear Cub Lane.

• Case # APP 2022-175: Appeal of Notice of Violation for tree cutting on Bear Cub Lane
• Case # APP 2022-176: Appeal of Notice of Violation for grading on Bear Cub Lane

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board will meet to adopt the agenda and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda contains no new business or specific decision items for this session.

• Adoption of minutes from August 30, 2022
• Adoption of minutes from September 20, 2022

Tourism Development Authority Meeting

The Tourism Development Authority will meet to review the current budget and occupancy tax status. The board will also receive marketing and director reports and discuss project updates.

• Financial report on occupancy tax and budget to date
• Marketing report from Armando Garcia
• Director's report from Kate Gavenus
• Updates on existing projects

Regular Town Council

The Town Council will consider several budget amendments and the closure of capital project ordinances. The body is also reviewing a proposed capital budget ordinance for 2022 water system service line replacements.

• FY 2023 Budget Ordinance Amendment #2023-01
• 2022 Water System Service Line Replacements Capital Projects Budget Ordinance #2023-01
• Closing of 2019 Public Works Facility Capital Project Ordinance #2019-10
• Closing of 2018 Collection System Rehabilitation Capital Project Ordinance DWI #E-SRP-W-17-0104
• Tax release of values

CANCELLED: Board of Adjustment

The scheduled meeting for the Board of Adjustment was cancelled. The agenda had included two quasi-judicial hearings regarding appeals of notices of violation on Bear Cub Lane.

• Case # APP 2022-175: Appeal of Notice of Violation for tree cutting on Bear Cub Lane
• Case # APP 2022-176: Appeal of Notice of Violation for grading on Bear Cub Lane

Neighborhood Skiloft Road Infrastructure

The Town Manager is reporting on a coordinated project to replace water, sewer, electrical, telephone, and cable systems along Skiloft Road, as well as the road surface. The project requires completion by December 31, 2026, to maintain secured funding. Implementation depends on every property owner signing a construction easement agreement.

• Replacement of 50+ year old water lines and sewer lines
• Replacement of Mountain Electric system, telephone lines, and cable/internet systems
• Roadway replacement including paving, drainage gutters, striping, and reflectors
• Requirement for property owners to sign construction easement agreements
• Proposed 90-day elimination of property access during construction

Regular Town Council

The Town Council is considering a zoning text amendment regarding outdoor amusements and recreation. The body is also addressing tax releases, ADA accommodations for waste collection, and local appointments.

• Public hearing and discussion on Zoning Text Amendment for Outdoor Amusements and Recreation
• Approval of Ord. No. 2022-05 to allow special curbside garbage pickup for disabled individuals
• Awarding of the Pinnacle Ridge Well Development bid to McCall Brothers, Inc.
• Proposed appointment of an elected official to the Watauga Economic Development Commission
• Discussion of the Grassy Gap WWTP Sewershed Study

Town Hall Meeting - Funding for Surface Water and Utility Infrastructure

The Town Council and citizens are discussing funding requirements exceeding $20 million for water and sewer infrastructure. The meeting includes a presentation on the Lake Coffey Reservoir and an overview of financing options, including bonds and grants.

• Lake Coffey Reservoir project estimated at $10–$15 million
• Water distribution line costs estimated at $3 million every two years
• Sewer infrastructure costs estimated at $3 million every two years
• Proposed funding sources including $4 million from NC State and $1 million from NC Budget
• Discussion of financing structures: General Obligation Bonds, Limited Obligation Bonds, and Revenue Bonds

Emergency Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is reviewing proposed zoning ordinance amendments to define indoor and outdoor amusement, entertainment, and recreational uses. The board is discussing permitted use designations and the conditions required for special use permits.

• Proposed definitions for Commercial Indoor/Outdoor Amusement and Commercial Indoor/Outdoor/Large-Scale Entertainment
• Special Use Permit requirements for Commercial Outdoor Amusement, including a 10-foot vegetated buffer for residential areas
• Operational limits for outdoor amusement uses: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Requirement for Commercial Large-Scale Entertainment to be located on properties of 5 acres or more
• Proposed Permitted Use Table updates for various zoning districts (R-1, R-2, R-2A, MH, R-3A, R-3B, CS1, CS2, PS, BMR)

Tourism Development Authority Meeting

The Tourism Development Authority is reviewing financial reports, marketing data, and progress on town infrastructure. The board is discussing upcoming fall business events, a farmers' market, and the 'Very Beary Christmas' parade.

• Denied a $45,000 grant proposal for phase 2 of the Bark Park swings due to lack of funding
• Project updates on Sign at 321, Bark Park camera, streetlights, and Town Hall expansion
• Reported $117,881 in occupancy tax collected in August 2022
• Discussion of a planned second Farmers' Market for September 2
• Review of marketing efforts for the Southern Rail Jam and Autumn at Oz events

Regular Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to discuss zoning amendments for outdoor amusements and recreation. The body will also consider a bid for well development at Pinnacle Ridge and an ordinance amendment for ADA-compliant waste collection.

• Public hearing and zoning text amendment for Outdoor Amusements and Recreation
• Bid recommendation for Pinnacle Ridge Well Development
• Ordinance amendment for ADA accommodation for solid waste collection
• Review of July 2022 Finance Reports
• Closed session regarding attorney-client matters

Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to adopt minutes from May 2022 and review recreation center reports from May through August 2022. The agenda includes discussions on recreation updates and planning for fall events.

• Review of August 2022 revenue totaling $6,622.00
• Review of July 2022 revenue totaling $21,162.00
• Review of June 2022 revenue totaling $16,837.50
• Review of May 2022 revenue totaling $16,107.75
• Discussion of upcoming fall events

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold quasi-judicial hearings regarding a telecommunications tower replacement and two appeals of notices of violation. The board will also consider the adoption of minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting.

• Case # VAR 2022-271: Variance request for telecommunications tower replacement between Oz Road and Beechtop Road
• Case # SUP 2022-267: Special Use Permit request for telecommunications tower replacement between Oz Road and Beechtop Road
• Case # APP 2022-175: Appeal of Notice of Violation for tree cutting on Bear Cub Lane
• Case # APP 2022-176: Appeal of Notice of Violation for grading on Bear Cub Lane

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is reviewing proposed zoning ordinance amendments to define indoor and outdoor amusement, entertainment, and recreational uses. The board is considering new designations for permitted uses and conditions for special use permits.

• Proposed zoning amendments for Indoor and Outdoor Amusement, Entertainment, and Recreational uses
• Proposed amendments to the Commercial Thoroughfare District regarding outdoor uses and landscape buffers
• Review of Plan Consistency Statements for outdoor amusement ordinances
• Business Licensing program update

Tourism Development Authority Meeting

The Tourism Development Authority is meeting to review occupancy tax reports and budget data. The board will discuss ongoing projects and receive marketing and director reports.

• Occupancy Tax budget to date report
• Lights and signs along Forked Trail
• Veterans Promotion
• Marketing report from Armando Garcia
• Director's report from Kate Gavenus

Regular Town Council

The Town Council will discuss a fee schedule amendment and the adoption of the High Country Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body is also deciding on the creation of an American Rescue Plan Special Revenue Fund and a request to paint the Emerald water tank.

• Fee Schedule Amendment approval
• Resolution to adopt High Country Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Creation of the American Rescue Plan Special Revenue Fund
• Call for Public Hearing: Outdoor Amusement, Recreation, & Entertainment
• Request for Emerald Water Tank Painting

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is meeting to discuss proposed zoning ordinance amendments regarding indoor and outdoor amusement, entertainment, and recreational uses. The board will review definitions for permitted uses and conditions for special use allowances.

• Proposed zoning ordinance amendments for Indoor and Outdoor Amusement, Entertainment, and Recreational uses

Tourism Development Authority Meeting

The Tourism Development Authority is meeting to review financial reports and project updates. The board will discuss old business regarding a water tank and webcam, and new business concerning lights and signs along Forked Trail.

• Lights and signs along Forked Trail
• Water tank painting expense
• New webcam
• Stage
• Occupancy Tax and budget reports

Regular Town Council

The Town Council will discuss the acceptance of State of North Carolina ARPA funds and the approval of Capital Budget Ordinance No. 2022-05. The meeting includes reviews of monthly reports from town departments and a budget adjustment for FY 2022.

• Resolution of Acceptance for State of North Carolina ARPA Funds
• Capital Budget Ordinance No. 2022-05
• FY 2022 Budget Adjustment
• Public comment regarding Mt Ambulance Fund drive for a first responder vehicle
• Review of May 2022 Budget and Finance Report

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a variance request and a special use permit for the Oz-Beechtop Tower replacement. Two other appeals regarding tree cutting and land disturbance violations have been continued to August 2, 2022.

• VAR 2022-271: Variance Request for Oz-Beechtop Tower Replacement
• SUP 2022-267: Special Use Permit Request for Oz-Beechtop Tower Replacement
• APP 2022-175: Appeal of administrative decision for illegal cutting of live trees (continued)
• APP 2022-176: Appeal of administrative decision for land disturbance without a permit (continued)

Regular Town Council

The Town Council will conduct a public hearing for citizens to comment on the proposed FY 2022-2023 annual budget. The body is also expected to approve the 2023 Annual Budget Ordinance and a budget ordinance amendment.

• FY 2022-2023 Annual Budget Public Hearing
• 2023 Annual Budget Ordinance # 2023-01
• FY 2022 Budget Ordinance Amendment #6
• Recognition of Beech Mountain Water Treatment Plant for NC State 'Best Tasting Water' Award

Tourism Development Authority Meeting

The Tourism Development Authority is meeting to hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022-2023 Budget Ordinance. The body will also discuss billboard policy, a new webcam, and water tank painting expenses.

• Public hearing for FY 2023 TDA Annual Budget
• Proposed Budget Ordinance with total general fund revenue and expenditures of $1,125,000
• Estimated occupancy tax revenue of $850,000
• Discussion of billboard policy
• Review of water tank painting expense

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is considering a draft business licensing program requested by the Town Council. The proposed program would require annual licenses for all businesses operating within the Town, including short-term rentals.

• Proposed business licensing program covering all Town businesses and short-term rentals
• Draft ordinance including a $1,000 fine plus $100 per day for operating without a license after August 1
• Proposed $100 per day civil penalty for conducting business without a valid license
• Requirement for licenses to be consistent with Town zoning regulations before issuance

Town Council FY: 2022-2023 Budget Retreat

The Town Council is meeting to discuss the annual budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

• FY:2022-2023 Annual Budget