Beech Mountain public meetings in 2025
40 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
CANCELED Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The board reviewed the September occupancy tax, reporting $86,851 collected and a $100,000 shortfall against projected expenses. It approved a $15,000 Christmas Light Beautification grant for the Famous Brick Oven Pizzeria and added a $3,000 amendment to the existing town lights grant. Additional items included updates on FY 2025‑26 project funding and a marketing report.
- Occupancy tax report: $86,851 collected in September; total revenue $92,032, expenditures $51,202.
- Approved $15,000 Christmas Light Beautification grant to Famous Brick Oven Pizzeria (two‑thirds fund).
- Approved $3,000 amendment to the town’s Christmas Light grant, raising total to $73,050.
- Reviewed FY 2025‑26 project sheet granting funds to Christmas Parade, Farmers Market, Fourth of July fireworks, Ski Education Foundation, and Slope Seekers.
- Received marketing and TDA reports covering digital traffic and publicity metrics.
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will adopt its agenda, hold an oath of office ceremony for newly elected members, and hear public comment. Consent agenda items include approving minutes, the 2026 meeting schedule, an amendment to the contract to audit accounts, and a disaster recovery services agreement. Old business features a public hearing on proposed solid waste franchise agreement amendments, while new business includes board and committee appointments, the Watauga Economic Development Commission, and selection of a stormwater engineering firm. Staff reports on finance, fire, recreation, police, and planning will also be reviewed.
- Amendment to the Contract to Audit Accounts (consent agenda approval)
- NC League of Municipalities Memorandum of Agreement for Disaster Recovery Services (consent agenda approval)
- Public Hearing on Proposed Solid Waste Franchise Agreement Amendments (old business)
- Stormwater Engineering Firm Selection (new business)
- Board and Committee Appointments (new business)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider two requests to reduce minimum property setbacks. These variances are sought to allow for the construction of a new home and a garage addition.
- Variance request for 159 West Blueberry Lane to reduce front and side setbacks for home construction
- Variance request for 110 Golfview Drive to reduce side setback for a single-car garage addition
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Tourism Development Authority will discuss grant requests for Christmas light beautification and a grant amendment. The board will also review the FY 2025-26 project sheet and current financial reports.
- Accardi Christmas Light Beautification Grant Request
- Town Christmas Lights Grant Amendment Request
- FY 2025-26 Project Sheet review
- Occupancy Tax/Budget to Date financial report
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will consider several items, including the sealed bid acceptance for the Charter Hills Sewer Recovery Project at $196,252. A public hearing on proposed amendments to the Solid Waste Franchise Agreement with Republic Services is scheduled for the meeting. The council will also adopt a property tax release, approve a Buckeye Lake debris disposal fee, and pass resolutions for the 2025 wastewater and water system resiliency projects.
- Approve sealed bid for Charter Hills Sewer Recovery Project – $196,252 to Gilliam Construction Co., Inc.
- Public hearing on Solid Waste Franchise Agreement amendments with Republic Services
- Adopt property tax release per NCGS 105-381
- Approve Buckeye Lake Debris Disposal Fee
- Adopt resolutions for 2025 Wastewater System Resiliency Project and 2025 Water System Resiliency Project
Planning Board Meeting
The Planning Board will meet to consider staff-proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance (ZTA 2025-1739). This represents the fourth cycle of amendments intended to standardize the Code of Ordinances and resolve discrepancies.
- Proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance (ZTA 2025-1739)
- Proposed amendments regarding Mixed Use (MU)
- Proposed amendments regarding Planned Unit Developments (PUD)
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority reviewed its July occupancy tax receipts of $1,515,000 and collected tax of $89,598, noting a $17,000 shortfall against expenses. The board adopted the FY 2025‑26 project sheet, which includes an increased fireworks award and a new advocacy gatherings award. A $5,000 grant was approved to purchase and plant 5,000‑6,000 daffodil bulbs around town. Marketing staff reported a roughly 23% decline in occupancy tax revenue due to rate changes and reduced travel.
- July occupancy tax gross receipts $1,515,000; tax collected $89,598
- Financial report shows $17,000 revenue shortfall versus expenses
- FY 2025‑26 project sheet updates: higher fireworks award and new advocacy award
- Board approved $5,000 grant for planting 5,000‑6,000 daffodil bulbs
- Marketing report cites ~23% drop in occupancy tax revenue from rate and travel factors
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will vote on a $39 per cubic yard tipping fee for storm debris disposal at the Cherry Gap site. The meeting also includes reports on Helene recovery projects and a presentation on the commercial district planning process.
- Adoption of September 2025 minutes
- Buckeye Lake Debris Disposal Fee of $39 per cubic yard
- Sewer Relocation 205 Charter Hills Bid Acceptance
- Public Hearing on Various Code Amendments Cycle 3
- Truist Bank Equipment Loan Proposal
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority reviewed its occupancy‑tax finances, noting $19,416,598.57 in gross receipts and $69,542 collected in June. The board discussed ongoing project awards for FY 2025‑26 and heard a presentation on potential light installations from Limbic Media. New business included increasing the fireworks award to $19,540 and allocating up to $500 for a TDA Advocacy Gathering on September 18.
- Increase fireworks award from $15,000 to $19,540 (two‑thirds funds)
- Allocate up to $500 to Parks and Rec for TDA Advocacy Gathering on Sept 18
- Occupancy tax gross receipts $19,416,598.57; June tax $69,542
- Limbic Media presentation on possible light installation locations
- FY 2025‑26 Project Sheet reviewed awards and new commitments
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will consider and vote on several items, including approval of the Helene Storm Treasurer's Loan Round #3. The council will also review code amendment ordinances, a resolution for Barbara Piquet, and an informative presentation on the Stormwater Enterprise Fund. Additional agenda items include a public comment period, a consent agenda, and staff reports such as the July 2025 budget and financial report.
- Approve Helene Storm Treasurer's Loan Round #3
- Ordinance consideration for various code amendments Cycle 2 (ZTA 2024-0584)
- Resolution for Barbara Piquet
- Stormwater Enterprise Fund informative presentation
- Review July 2025 budget and financial report
Special Meeting of Town Council
The Town Council will consider accepting the low bid for the Cherry Gap Disposal Site project. Staff recommends awarding the contract to Rock Creek Grading LLC for $1,033,100.00.
- Accept bid for Cherry Gap Disposal Site project
- Award contract to Rock Creek Grading LLC
- Contract amount: $1,033,100.00
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Tourism Development Authority will review occupancy tax financial reports and the FY 2025-26 project sheet. The board is scheduled to consider a funding request for advocacy gatherings and a grant for July 2026 fireworks.
- Limbic Media presentation on interactive lighting technology
- Funding request for TDA Advocacy Gatherings
- Grant for July Fireworks 2026
- Review of FY 2025-26 Project Sheet
- Occupancy tax and budget-to-date financial report
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will adopt the FY 2026 fee schedule amendment, approve bids for Special Road Projects #4 and #5 totaling $462,030.50, and adopt a resolution and promissory note for the NC Cashflow Loan Round 2. The council also scheduled a public hearing on various code amendments (ZTA 2024‑0584) and opened discussion on possible changes to the Nuisance Ordinance.
- Adopt FY 2026 fee schedule amendment
- Approve Special Road Project #4 bid for $59,706.50
- Approve Special Road Project #5 bid for $402,324.00
- Adopt resolution and promissory note for NC Cashflow Loan Round 2
- Schedule public hearing on code amendments Cycle 2 (ZTA 2024‑0584) and discuss Nuisance Ordinance
Special Meeting of Tourism Development Authority
The Tourism Development Authority is holding a special meeting to address a funding request from the Town Council. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.
- Town Council Funding Request
Special Meeting of Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will consider several bid acceptance requests for infrastructure work. The most significant is a $1,616,029.90 contract to Moretz Paving for the Buckeye Creek Road paving project. Other items include a $384,775.94 culvert replacement, a $149,120 sewer main improvement to raise buried manholes, and multiple smaller road repair and recovery projects. Each bid will be voted on for approval.
- Buckeye Creek Road Paving Project – $1,616,029.90 to Moretz Paving
- Culvert Replacement Project – $384,775.94 to Rock Creek Grading
- 2023 Sewer Main Improvements (raise buried manholes) – $149,120.00 to Hicks Construction Enterprises
- Small Project 3: Road Repair and Recovery – $74,648.25 to Rock Creek Grading
- Small Project 5: Recovery Project – $453,613.40 to Rock Creek Grading
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority approved the FY 2025‑26 budget, authorizing $1,450,000 in revenue and $1,254,808 in expenditures. The board also adopted a FY 24‑25 budget amendment and approved $10,000 awards to Slope Seekers and to the Beech Mountain Ski Education Foundation. Finally, members reviewed and accepted FY 25‑26 project funding awards totaling $181,050 for events and infrastructure.
- Approval of FY 2025‑26 tourism budget (revenue $1,450,000; expenditures $1,254,808)
- Adoption of FY 24‑25 budget amendment
- Award of $10,000 to Slope Seekers for the Learn to Ride project
- Award of $10,000 to Beech Mountain Ski Education Foundation for scholarships
- Review and approval of FY 25‑26 project funding awards totaling $181,050
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council meeting will adopt the agenda and consider a FY 2025 Budget Amendment on the consent agenda. New business includes calling a public hearing for code amendments, accepting a bid, adopting a resolution and promissory note for the second round of the North Carolina cashflow loan, and discussing a nuisance ordinance. The council will also receive regular reports from town staff.
- Resolution and Promissory Note for NC Cashflow Loan Round 2
- Bid Acceptance (Special Road Project #1 and #2)
- Discussion of Nuisance Ordinance
- Call for a Public Hearing on Various Code Amendments Cycle 2 (ZTA 2024-0584)
- FY 2025 Budget Amendment No. 5 (consent agenda)
Planning Board Meeting
The Beech Mountain Planning Board will adopt the agenda and minutes from the March meeting. The board will consider proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and discuss the appropriateness of Mixed Use Residential/Commercial and Planned Unit Development in commercial districts.
- Adoption of March 25, 2025 meeting minutes
- Consideration of Zoning Ordinance text amendments (ZTA 2025-1543)
- Discussion on Mixed Use Residential/Commercial in commercial districts
- Discussion on Planned Unit Development special use in commercial districts
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority Board adopted the agenda and minutes, reviewed the occupancy‑tax financial report, and approved a $350,000 budget amendment for FY 2025‑26. It awarded $150,900 to Pineapple PR for the FY 2025‑26 marketing and media budget, $1,900 to the Town of Beech Mountain for the All Traffic Solutions subscription renewal, and $30,000 to Beech Mountain Resort for the Summer Music Series. The board also accepted FY 2025‑26 project funding awards and the FY 2025‑26 draft operating budget.
- Adopted FY 2025‑26 budget ordinance amendment #2025‑01 adjusting expenditures and revenues by $350,000
- Awarded $150,900 to Pineapple PR for FY 2025‑26 marketing/media budget from the two‑thirds fund
- Awarded $1,900 to the Town of Beech Mountain for All Traffic Solutions subscription renewal
- Awarded $30,000 to Beech Mountain Resort for the Summer Music Series from the two‑thirds fund
- Approved FY 2025‑26 project funding awards, including $5,000 for Trail Maintenance
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2025‑26 Town Budget and vote on the FY 2026 Annual Budget Ordinance. It will also consider the adoption of the FY 2025 fee schedule, a rezoning ordinance for about 34 acres of town property, and a purchase of property. Additional items include amending the Treasurer's cash‑flow loan agreement for disaster response and extending the solid‑waste franchise with Republic Services.
- Public Hearing FY 2025‑26 Town Budget and approval of FY 2026 Annual Budget Ordinance
- Adoption of the FY 2025 Fee Schedule
- Ordinance to rezone approximately 34 acres of town property to Public/Private Service
- Purchase of property (bid acceptance pending)
- Solid Waste Franchise Extension with Republic Services (vote 4‑1)
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will vote on the FY 2026 budget, a public hearing for a proposed property rezoning, and the appointment of a Board of Adjustment member. The meeting also includes the adoption of the previous month's minutes and a resolution congratulating the Lees-McRae ski team.
- 1st Reading and Public Hearing for FY 2026 Town Budget
- Public Hearing on Proposed Town Property Rezoning (REZ 2025-1336)
- Call for Public Hearing and 2nd reading on FY 2026 Annual Budget
- Amendment #4 to the FY 2025 Annual Budget
- Board of Adjustment Vacancy appointment
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority will discuss and vote on the FY 25-26 Draft Operating Budget, a Pineapple PR marketing plan, and project funding awards. The board will also set a date for a budget public hearing.
- FY 25-26 Draft Operating Budget
- FY 25-26 Pineapple PR Marketing Plan Approval
- FY 25-26 Project Funding Awards
- Call for Budget Public Hearing
- Summer Concert Series Funding
Town Council FY: 2025-2026 Budget Workshop I
The Beech Mountain Town Council meeting on April 17, 2025 includes a budget report from the Town Manager and a discussion of the FY 2025‑2026 annual budget. Council members will have an opportunity to comment before adjourning.
- Town Manager budget reports
- New business: FY 2025‑2026 annual budget discussion
- Town Council comments on the budget
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority will discuss and potentially approve a $110,000 quarterly landscaping contract and new marketing plans for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The board will also review financial reports and ongoing projects.
- Award $110,000 for landscaping maintenance from one-third fund
- Review FY 2024-25 Project Sheet
- Receive Pineapple PR Presentation for FY 25-26
- Review In-house Marketing Plan
- Review Marketing and TDA Staff Reports
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will schedule a public hearing to gather input on a proposed commercial rezoning (REZ 2025‑1329). Other agenda items include approval of the Skiloft Stormwater Project resolutions, a Police Chief Side Arm Award, and consideration of annexing town property near Wild Iris Lane and Cherry Gap Road. The council will also adopt the February budget and finance report and receive departmental updates.
- Skiloft Stormwater Project Resolution (Consent agenda)
- Police Chief Side Arm Award (New business)
- Call for a public hearing on Proposed Rezoning of Town Property (REZ 2025‑1336)
- Call for a public hearing on Proposed Commercial Rezoning (REZ 2025‑1329)
- Ordinance to annex Town Property near Wild Iris Ln & Cherry Gap Rd (ANX 2025‑1335)
Minimum Housing Hearing-RE: 105 Wedling Weg (Snow Tree Villas)
The town council will hold a Minimum Housing hearing on April 1, 2025 for the Snow Tree Villas project at 105 Wedling Weg. Property owners will present evidence and testimony. Afterward, the town manager will issue a determination regarding the project.
- Minimum Housing hearing for 105 Wedling Weg (Snow Tree Villas)
- Property owner(s) evidence and testimony
- Town manager determination after hearing
Special Meeting of Town Council
The Town Council will review a resolution to tentatively award the Lake Buckeye Recovery project to the lowest responsive bidder, H.G. Reynolds Company Inc. (Lake Norman Dredging‑Sub). Staff recommends approval of this bidder. The council will vote on the award during the special meeting.
- Resolution to tentatively award Lake Buckeye Recovery contract to H.G. Reynolds Company Inc. (Lake Norman Dredging‑Sub)
Planning Board Meeting
The Planning Board will consider a staff-initiated request to rezone approximately 34.32 acres of town-owned undeveloped land. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from R-1 Low-Density Single-Family Residential and Unzoned Watauga County to PS Public/Private Service.
- Case# REZ2025-1336: Rezoning of ±34.32 acres near Wild Iris Lane and Cherry Gap Road to PS Public/Private Service
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Tourism Development Authority will discuss funding requests for FY 24-25 and FY 25-26, including a specific request for canoes and kayaks. The board will also review financial reports regarding occupancy taxes and current marketing efforts.
- FY 24-25 Canoe/Kayak Grant Request
- FY 25-26 Grants/Funding Requests
- Occupancy Tax/Budget to Date financial report
- FY 2024-25 Project Sheet review
- Marketing and TDA staff reports
CANCELED Special Meeting of Town Council
The scheduled special meeting of the Beech Mountain Town Council for March 18, 2025 was canceled. Because the meeting did not occur, none of the agenda items were decided or acted upon. The agenda had listed a resolution of tentative award for dredging Lake Buckeye under sealed bids, but this item was not considered.
- Resolution of tentative award for dredging Lake Buckeye (sealed bids)
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will consider a resolution to annex the Cherry Gap property. It will also adopt Capital Budget Ordinance #2025-01. A public hearing is proposed for a commercial rezoning (REZ 2025-1329). Additional items include a stormwater analysis presentation and a contract for engineering and design services.
- Resolution of Intent to Annex Cherry Gap Property
- Capital Budget Ordinance #2025-01
- Call for a Public Hearing on Proposed Commercial Rezoning (REZ 2025-1329)
- Stormwater Analysis and Presentation
- Contract for Engineering and Design Services
Special Meeting of Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a resolution and promissory note. The purpose is to approve a loan agreement between the State of North Carolina and the Town of Beech Mountain.
- Resolution and Promissory Note for NC Cashflow Loan
Planning Board Meeting
The Planning Board will review a request to rezone undeveloped land to Commercial Services. The board will also discuss accessory structure setbacks and staff-initiated code amendments.
- REZ 2025-1329: Request to rezone 7.58 acres from CS-2 and R-3A to CS-1 Commercial Services
- ZTA 2024-0584: Staff-initiated code cleanup amendments
- Discussion on accessory structures, accessory buildings, sheds, and setback requirements
- Proposed Camping Ordinance (§ 90.04) regarding public and private property restrictions
Tourism Development Authority Budget Retreat FY: 2025-26
The Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority will review its FY 2025‑26 draft budget and project sheet, hear a financial report and consider the auditor contract, discuss upcoming initiatives and priorities, and consider bylaws and grant‑process matters. Updates from the town manager and a guest speaker on economic development will also be presented.
- Guest speaker on economic development – Kate Gavenus
- Town manager updates and council priorities – Bob Pudney
- Financial report and auditor contract – Steve Smith
- FY 25‑26 draft budget and project sheet – Steve Smith and Armando Garcia
- Ideation: initiatives and priorities; ongoing bylaws and grant process discussion
Regular Town Council
The Town Council will hear a development presentation by James R. Pitts and consider a proposal for the cohesive development of the Commercial District. The body is also reviewing a budget amendment regarding the sanitation fee schedule.
- Proposal for the cohesive development of the Commercial District
- Budget amendment for the Sanitation Fee Schedule
- Audit and Financial Statement Preparation Contract for the year ending June 30, 2025, with Misty Watson CPA, PA
- Development presentation by James R. Pitts
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will adopt its agenda, elect a chairperson and a vice‑chairperson for one‑year terms, and conduct its annual refresher training on quasi‑judicial procedures. The meeting also sets the date for the next regular session on March 4, 2025.
- Adopt the meeting agenda for February 4, 2025
- Elect/Reelect a member to serve as Chairperson
- Elect/Reelect a member to serve as Vice‑Chairperson
- Provide annual refresher training for Board members
- Schedule the next regular meeting for March 4, 2025
Town Council FY: 2025-2026 Budget Retreat
The Town Council is meeting to establish goals for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The session includes a review of previous goals and a prioritization exercise led by facilitator Chris May.
- Review of previous year's 'bucket list' and status updates
- Brainstorming and prioritization exercise to develop 2025 goals
- Round table discussion of issues led by the Mayor
Planning Board Meeting
The Board will consider staff‑initiated code amendments labeled ZTA 2024‑0584 as part of a second cycle of code cleanup. It will also hold a discussion on accessory structures, accessory buildings, sheds, and setback requirements. The meeting includes elections for Chairperson, Vice‑Chairperson, and Secretary.
- ZTA 2024‑0584 – staff‑initiated code amendments for administrative issues (Code Cleanup – Cycle 2)
- Discussion on accessory structures, accessory buildings, sheds, and setback requirements
- Election/Re‑election of a person to serve as Chairperson for the Planning Board
- Election/Re‑election of a person to serve as Vice‑Chairperson for the Planning Board
- Re‑election of Planning Staff to serve as Secretary for the Planning Board
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
The Beech Mountain Tourism Development Authority board adopted the meeting agenda and the November 2024 minutes. It then heard a financial report showing total revenue of $12,579, expenditures of $230,345 and bank balances of $1,698,561. The board also reviewed the FY 2024‑25 project sheet, considered the proposed 2025 meeting schedule, and received marketing and TDA staff reports.
- Adoption of agenda (motion by Fred Pfohl, seconded by Don Carringer)
- Adoption of November 2024 minutes (motion by Dawn Dalgleish, seconded by Fred Pfohl)
- Financial report: revenue $12,579, expenditures $230,345, bank balances $1,698,561
- Review of FY 2024‑25 project sheet – invoices for the Christmas Parade grant paid
- Presentation of proposed 2025 TDA board meeting schedule
Regular Town Council
The Beech Mountain Town Council will consider a Bridge Loan Resolution and adopt the consent agenda items, including minutes and a tax release. New business includes a request to apply for the Trail Town Designation Program. Old business covers amendments to kitchen, guest suite, and off‑street parking ordinances, and an engineering update on the Lake Coffey drought‑mitigation project. The council will also re‑appoint members to the Planning Board.
- Bridge Loan Resolution (consent agenda)
- Trail Town Designation Program (new business)
- Ordinance to Amend §154.141 Kitchens and Guest Suites (old business)
- Ordinance to Amend §154.132 Off‑Street Parking and §154.133 Loading (old business)
- Lake Coffey Engineering Presentation on drought‑mitigation project (old business)