Sylva, NC
SylvaNC averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$195,500 Typical home value $328,320 -1.3% yr/yr · +30.4% 5-yr
Próximas reuniones
Thu Oct 22, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Sylva Board of Commissioners to select Mayor Pro Tem
The Board of Commissioners will meet to select and swear in a Mayor Pro Tem. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Jackson County TDA.
- Selection of Mayor Pro Tem
- Oath of Office for Mayor Pro Tem
- Jackson County TDA Presentation
governmentappointmentstourism
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
1.
Mayor's Report
2.
Commissioner's Report
3.
Manager's Report
4.
Public Works Department Report
5.
Police Department Report
6.
Fire Department Report
7.
Main Street Report
8.
Planning Board Report
9.
TWSA Board Report
10. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
11. Selection of Mayor Pro Tem
12. Oath of Office Mayor Pro Tem
13. Jackson County TDA Presentation
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Oct 22, 2026
PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Sylva Planning Board to review zoning amendments and mural ordinance
The Planning Board will meet to discuss two zoning map amendments and a mural ordinance. The meeting includes a public comment period and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Zoning Map Amendment for Alice Grindstaff
- Zoning Map Amendment for Jackson County
- Mural Ordinance
zoningordinancesland-usepublic-art
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
September 24, 2026 Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENTS
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Zoning Map Amendment Alice Grindstaff
3.
Zoning Map Amendment Jackson County
4.
Mural Ordinance
ADJOURNMENT
Reuniones recientes
Thu Oct 8, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
Sylva commissioners to discuss a sidewalk at Sylva Health & Fitness
The Sylva Board of Commissioners meets Thursday, October 08, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the Board Room at 83 Allen Street. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and a consent agenda, public comments, reports from the Mayor, Commissioners, and Manager, and one new business item on a Sylva Health & Fitness sidewalk. The agenda does not state what action, if any, will be taken on the sidewalk item.
- New business: Sylva Health & Fitness Sidewalk
- Consent agenda: October 8, 2026 Consent Agenda
- Reports: Mayor's Report, Commissioner's Report, Manager's Report
- Public comments period on the agenda
local-governmentsylva-ncsidewalkspublic-commentsboard-of-commissioners
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, October 08, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1.
October 8, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2.
Mayor's Report
3.
Commissioner's Report
4.
Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
5.
Sylva Health & Fitness Sidewalk
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Sep 24, 2026
PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Planning board to discuss sidewalk and proposed mural ordinance
The Sylva Planning Board is meeting to approve minutes from March 2026, hear public comments, and discuss two new business items: a sidewalk discussion related to Sylva Health and Fitness, and a proposed mural ordinance. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of March 26, 2026 minutes
- Sylva Health and Fitness sidewalk discussion
- Proposed mural ordinance
planning-boardsidewalkmural-ordinancepublic-comments
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
March 26, 2026 Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENTS
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Sylva Health and Fitness- Sidewalk Discussion
3.
Mural Ordinance- Proposed
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Sep 24, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Sylva Board of Commissioners to consider downtown stormwater grant
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss several reports and new business items. Key actions include a resolution regarding grant funding for downtown stormwater rehabilitation and an art proposal.
- Resolution of Acceptance for Downtown Stormwater Rehabilitation grant funding
- Art Proposal from Tina McDonald
- FY2025-2026 presentation from Jackson Co Dept of Social Services
stormwatergrantspublic-artsocial-services
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1.
September 24, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2.
Mayor's Report
3.
Commissioner's Report
4.
Manager's Report
5.
Public Works Department Report
6.
Police Department Report
7.
Fire Department Report
8.
Main Street Report
9.
Planning Board Report
10. TWSA Board Report
11. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
12. Resolution of Acceptance- Grant Funding- Downtown Stormwater Rehabilitation
13. Art Proposal- Tina McDonald
14. Jackson Co Dept of Social Services FY2025-2026 Presentation- Chris Weatherford
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Sep 10, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
Board discusses street closures for upcoming community events
The Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions for several special event street closures. These include parades and celebrations scheduled through July 2027.
- WCU Homecoming Parade street closure (October 23, 2026)
- Treat Street closure (October 31, 2026)
- Christmas Parade street closure (December 6, 2026)
- Greening Up the Mountains street closure (April 24, 2027)
- July 4th Celebration street closure (July 4, 2027)
street-closurespublic-eventsresolutionscommunity
✓ Decidido: Board approves several street closures for upcoming festivals and parades
The Board of Commissioners approved street closure resolutions for events occurring through the end of the current fiscal year. A proclamation for Constitution Week 2026 was also approved. The resolution for the July 4, 2027, celebration was removed from approval to be revisited later.
- Approved Proclamation for Constitution Week 2026 (Unanimous)
- Approved street closure for Treat Street festival on Oct 31, 2026 (Unanimous)
- Approved street closure for WCU Homecoming Parade on Oct 23, 2026 (Unanimous)
- Approved street closure for Christmas parade on Dec 6, 2026 (Unanimous)
- Approved street closure for Greening Up the Mountains festival on April 24, 2027 (Unanimous)
- Tabled July 4th celebration street closure resolution
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1.
September 10, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2.
Mayor's Report
3.
Commissioner's Report
4.
Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
5.
Proclamation: Constitution Week 2026
6.
Special Event Street Closure Resolutions
1. WCU Homecoming Parade--October 23, 2026
2. Treat Street--October 31, 2026
3. Christmas Parade--December 6, 2026
4. Greening Up the Mountains--April 24, 2027
5. July 4th Celebration--July 4, 2027
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT:
Perry Matthews, Commissioner
Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner
Angela Stanley, Town Clerk
Johnny Phillips, Mayor
Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Blitz Estridge, Commissioner
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
ABSENT:
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Amanda Murajda (HR Officer).
VISITORS: Robin Garrett, Mardy Ashe, Ron Arps, Deborah Smith, Justin Castle, Representative Anna Ferguson.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner McGuire made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Estridge made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Ron Arps, with Jackson Environmental Stewards, addressed the board about a project to increase
the number of trees in Sylva. They would like to plant approximately a thousand trees along the Highway 107 corridor. The
organization would use grant funding and would like a letter of support from the board supporting this project.
Deborah Smith expressed her appreciation for the approval of the Veteran’s parade.
MAYOR’S REPORT: None.
COMMISSIONER’S REPORT:
Commissioner McGuire reminded t …
Thu Aug 27, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Sylva commissioners to consider Veterans Parade appeal for Nov. 8
This is a supplemental meeting of the Sylva Board of Commissioners. The board will approve the consent agenda, hear reports from town staff and boards, and consider an appeal request for a Veterans Parade on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. The agenda is mostly routine, with the parade appeal being the only new business item.
- Veterans Parade appeal request for Sunday, November 8, 2026, 2:00 P.M.
- Consent agenda approval
- Reports from Mayor, Commissioners, Manager, Public Works, Police, Fire, Main Street, Planning Board, TWSA, and Pinnacle Park
paradeveteranspublic-hearingconsent-agendareports
✓ Decidido: Sylva approves Veterans Parade for Nov. 8, 2026
The Board of Commissioners approved a request to hold a Veterans Parade on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with a 2-block route and street closure resolution. The original request was for November 11, but staff cited logistical issues with the mid-day route. Several veterans spoke in support, though some noted Sunday conflicts with church.
- Approved Veterans Parade request for Nov. 8, 2026, 2:00 p.m., 2-block route (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:54 a.m. (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1.
August 27, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2.
Mayor's Report
3.
Commissioner's Report
4.
Manager's Report
5.
Public Works Department Report
6.
Police Department Report
7.
Fire Department Report
8.
Main Street Report
9.
Planning Board Report
10. TWSA Board Report
11. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
12. Veterans Parade Appeal Request--Sunday, November 8, 2026, 2:00 P.M.
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT:
Blitz Estridge, Commissioner
Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Perry Matthews, Commissioner
Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner
Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Johnny Phillips, Mayor
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
ABSENT:
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Mike Beck (Fire Chief), Robbie Carter (Assistant Police Chief), Aimee Sumner (Police Chief) and Jake
Scott (Public Works Director).
VISITORS: Diane Parker, John Perry, John Bynes, Cathy Loucks, Bill Loucks, Rose Garrett, Ben Woody, Sheila Setzer,
Dale Broom, Deborah Smith, Brenda Setzer, Bobbie Brooks, Sandra Wiggins, Kenny Cagle, Crystal Cochran, Andy
Anderson, Jessica Smith, and Greg McPherson.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner McGuire made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner McGuire made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: The following individuals spoke in support of the Veterans Parade and encouraged the Board to
approve the request:
Bill Loucks, Deborah Smith and Crystal Cochran
Greg McPherson addressed the board in regard to a portion of sidewalk …
Thu Aug 13, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
Town to discuss Fisher Creek Dam, Ridgeway Street slope repair, and design-build resolutions
The Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation on Fisher Creek Dam and consider a budget amendment for Ridgeway Street slope repair. They will also vote on resolutions to authorize design-build construction for general projects, a PARTF grant, and the Ridgeway Street slope failure. The meeting includes standard procedural items like consent agenda approval and public comments.
- Fisher Creek Dam Presentation
- Ridgeway Street Slope Repair Budget Amendment
- Resolution Approving the Use of Design-Build Construction Delivery Method
- Resolution Approving the Use of Design-Build for PARTF
- Resolution Approving the Use of Design-Build for Ridgeway Street Slope Failure
budgetdamsdesign-buildinfrastructurepublic-worksroadssylva
✓ Decidido: Board funds $400K Ridgeway Street slope repair
The Sylva Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $400,000 budget amendment from Fund Balance to repair the Ridgeway Street slope failure, and approved three resolutions related to design-build construction methods, including for the Pinnacle Park PARTF grant and the Ridgeway repair. The board also approved the agenda and consent agenda, and heard reports on personnel and upcoming events.
- Approved $400,000 from Fund Balance for Ridgeway Street slope repair (unanimous)
- Approved resolution establishing criteria for design-build construction method (unanimous)
- Approved resolution using design-build for Pinnacle Park PARTF grant (unanimous)
- Approved resolution using design-build for Ridgeway Street slope failure (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. August 13, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
5. Fisher Creek Dam Presentation
6. Ridgeway Street Slope Repair Budget Amendment
7. Resolution Approving the Use of Design-Build Construction Delivery Method
8. Resolution Approving the Use of Design-Build for PARTF
9. Resolution Approving the Use of Design-Build for Ridgeway Street Slope Failure
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT:
Perry Matthews, Commissioner
Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner
Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Johnny Phillips, Mayor
Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
ABSENT:
Blitz Estridge, Commissioner
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Robbie Carter (Assistant Police Chief), Aimee Sumner (Police Chief), Mallary Caraway (Fire Captain),
Mike Beck (Fire Chief) and Jake Scott (Public Works Director).
VISITORS: Deborah Smith.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner McGuire made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Phillips announced that the Veterans Parade application would be on the next board agenda.
COMMISSIONER’S REPORT:
Commissioner McGuire welcomed back all county teachers, staff, students and parents as the new school year begins. He
also provided an update regarding the SNC Civil War Roundtable. On August 15th, the group will travel to Madison County
to tour Civil War sites. Mayor Pro-tem Waldrop expressed hi …
Thu Jul 23, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva discutirá la presa de Fisher Creek y la apelación del Desfile del Orgullo
La Junta de Comisionados se reunirá para recibir una presentación sobre la presa de Fisher Creek. El organismo también considerará una solicitud de apelación para el Desfile del Orgullo de Sylva programado para el 20 de septiembre de 2026.
- Presentación de la presa de Fisher Creek
- Solicitud de apelación del Desfile del Orgullo de Sylva para el 20 de septiembre de 2026
infrastructurepublic-eventstown-management
✓ Decidido: Sylva Board approves 2-block route and shared cost for Sylva Pride Parade
The Sylva Board of Commissioners voted to approve a 2-block route for the Sylva Pride Parade, with the Town and Sylva Pride splitting the event cost and payment due by August 20, 2026. The board also approved the associated road closure by a 2-1 vote. Additionally, the board voted unanimously to move the Fisher Creek Dam Presentation to the August 13th meeting.
- Moved Fisher Creek Dam Presentation to August 13th meeting (unanimous)
- Approved appeal for a 2-block route for the Sylva Pride Parade with Town and Sylva Pride each paying half, payment due August 20, 2026 (2-1)
- Approved road closure for the Sylva Pride Parade (2-1)
- Adjourned the meeting at 9:40 a.m. (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
1. Mayor's Report
2. Commissioner's Report
3. Manager's Report
4. Public Works Department Report
5. Police Department Report
6. Fire Department Report
7. Main Street Report
8. Planning Board Report
9. TWSA Board Report
10. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
11. Fisher Creek Dam Presentation
12. Sylva Pride Parade Appeal Request--2:00 P.M., Sunday, September 20, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT:
Blitz Estridge, Commissioner
Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Perry Matthews, Commissioner
Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner
Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Johnny Phillips, Mayor
ABSENT:
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Mike Beck (Fire Chief), Bernadette Peters (Economic Dev. Director) Maleah Mathis (Police
Lieutenant), Robbie Carter (Assistant Police Chief) and Jake Scott (Public Works Director).
VISITORS: Harold Hensley, Stacy Knotts, Christina Matheson,
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner McGuire made a motion to remove the Fisher Creek Dam Presentation and move it to the August 13th meeting
when all board members will be present. The motion carried with a unanimous vote. Commissioner McGuire made a motion
to approve the agenda as amended. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
MAYOR’S REPORT:
Mayor Phillips reported on a recent land slide on Ridgeway Street. Staff will be evaluating repairs.
COMMISSIONER’S REPORT:
Commissioner McGuire met with the Historic Preservation Committee and thanked Haven Bryant who put together a
potential Jackson County Heritage recognition program, illustra …
Thu Jul 9, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
Sylva considera enmienda a la ordenanza sobre ruido y actualización de política de personal
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria para discutir y posiblemente actuar sobre una enmienda al Capítulo 24-6 relacionada con niveles de sonido irrazonablemente fuertes o perturbadores. También considerarán una actualización de la política de personal y una solicitud de permiso para eventos especiales para servicio de alcohol del Center for Domestic Peace. La reunión incluye una sesión cerrada para asuntos de personal según lo permitido por la ley estatal.
- Enmienda a la ordenanza del Capítulo 24-6: Niveles de sonido irrazonablemente fuertes o perturbadores
- Actualización de la política de personal
- Solicitud de permiso para evento especial para servicio de alcohol — Center for Domestic Peace
- Sesión cerrada de conformidad con G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) para asuntos de personal
ordinancenoisepersonnelalcohol-permitpublic-safetyadministration
✓ Decidido: Sylva board amends noise ordinance to regulate data centers
The Sylva Board of Commissioners approved an amendment to Chapter 24-6 of the town code that regulates data centers through the noise ordinance, restricting them by noise and distance rather than banning the use. The board also approved a personnel policy update tied to the MAPS Group pay plan presented March 26, 2026, and approved a special event permit allowing the Center for Domestic Peace to serve alcohol at the Blue Ridge Peace Festival on September 12, 2026. The board entered closed session for a personnel matter and took no action there. All votes recorded were unanimous.
- Approved ordinance amendment to Chapter 24-6 regulating data centers under the noise ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved personnel policy update resulting from the MAPS Group pay plan (unanimous)
- Approved special event permit for alcohol service at the Blue Ridge Peace Festival on September 12, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved the consent agenda (unanimous)
- Entered closed session at 5:47 p.m. for personnel under NCGS 143-318-11(a)(6) (unanimous); no action taken
- Adjourned the meeting at 5:55 p.m. (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, July 09, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. July 9, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
5. Ordinance Amendment--Chapter 24-6: Unreasonable Loud or Disturbing Sound Levels
6. Personnel Policy Update
7. Special Event Permit Request--Alcohol Service--Center for Domestic Peace
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to G.S 143-318.ll(a)(6) - Personnel
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT:
Blitz Estridge, Commissioner
Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner
Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
ABSENT:
Perry Matthews, Commissioner
Johnny Phillips, Mayor
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Members of the Sylva Fire Department, Robbie Carter (Assistant Police Chief) and Aimee Sumner
(Police Chief).
VISITORS: Nelia Waldrum and Deborah Smith.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner McGuire made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Pro Tem Waldrop reported that the July 4th celebration in town was a great success.
COMMISSIONER’S REPORT:
Commissioner McGuire reported that he attended the Historic Preservation Committee meeting on June 16, 2026, and they
are working on events for Mountain Heritage Day and other events.
MANAGER’S REPORT: Manager Dowling reported the following:
Employment updates: Detective Chris Cobb has taken a position in Florida with state investigations. Officer …
Thu Jun 11, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
La Junta considerará el presupuesto y programa de tarifas para el año fiscal 2026-2027
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva considerará la adopción de la Ordenanza de Presupuesto y el Programa de Tarifas para el año fiscal 2026-2027, ratificará un acuerdo de compra de propiedad en Municipal Drive, y revisará el presupuesto de la Junta de ABC. La reunión también incluye una sesión cerrada para negociación de contratos.
- Ratificación del acuerdo de compra de la propiedad en Municipal Drive
- Adopción de la Ordenanza de Presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-2027
- Adopción del Programa de Tarifas para el año fiscal 2026-2027
- Revisión del presupuesto de la Junta de ABC para el año fiscal 2026-2027
- Sesión cerrada para negociación de contratos según G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5)
budgetfeespropertyalcohol-regulationpublic-meeting
✓ Decidido: Board approves FY 2026-2027 budget and property purchase on Municipal Drive
The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the FY 2026-2027 budget ordinance and the accompanying fee schedule. The Board also ratified the purchase of property located on Municipal Drive.
- Approved purchase of property on Municipal Drive (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2026-2027 budget ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2026-2027 fee schedule (unanimous)
- Entered closed session for contract negotiation; no action taken
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. June 11, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
5. Municipal Drive Property--Ratification of Purchase Agreement
6. FY 2026-2027 Budget Ordinance
7. FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule
8. FY 2026-2027 ABC Board Budget--Review Only
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to G.S 143-318.11(a)(5) - Contract Negotiation
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT: Blitz Estridge, Commissioner Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Perry Matthews, Commissioner Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Johnny Phillips, Mayor
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
ABSENT: Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Robbie Carter (Assistant Police Chief) and Aimee Sumner (Police Chief).
VISITORS: Sara Rusi
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner McGuire made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Phillips reported that a citizen expressed concerns about sigh distance at the crosswalk at the
intersection of Mill and Spring Streets.
COMMISSIONER’S REPORT:
Commissioner McGuire acknowledged his appreciation for being appointed to the Historic Preservation Committee.
MANAGER’S REPORT: Manager Dowling reported the following:
Reminder: The June 25th board meeting is cancelled.
Dowling will attend the NC City & County management association conference June 25-27th.
Town offices are closed June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.
Friday, July …
Thu May 28, 2026
TOWN OF SYLVA FY 2026-2027 BUDGET HEARING
Audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto FY 2026-2027
El Town of Sylva celebra una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto propuesto FY 2026-2027. No se incluyen cifras ni detalles presupuestarios específicos en la agenda. La reunión consiste únicamente en la apertura de la sesión, la audiencia y el cierre.
- Audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto FY 2026-2027 – no se proporcionan detalles
budgetpublic-hearingfiscal-year-2026-2027
✓ Decidido: Town of Sylva held public hearing for FY 2026-2027 budget
The Board of Commissioners opened and closed a public hearing regarding the FY 2026-2027 budget. No public comments were recorded, and no budget decisions were made during the meeting.
- Opened public hearing on FY 2026-2027 budget (unanimous)
- Closed public hearing on FY 2026-2027 budget (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
TOWN OF SYLVA FY 2026-2027
BUDGET HEARING
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC HEARING--FY 2026-2027 BUDGET HEARING
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
BUDGET HEARING
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT: Blitz Estridge, Commissioner Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Perry Matthews, Commissioner Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Johnny Phillips, Mayor Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro-Tem
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
ABSENT: Samuel McGuire, Commissioner
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Robbie Carter (Assistant Police Chief) and Aimee Sumner (Police Chief).
VISITORS: None.
PUBLIC HEARING—FY 2026-2027 BUDGET: Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to open the public hearing on
the FY 2026-2027 budget at 5:30 p.m. The motion carried with a unanimous vote. Being no comment, Commissioner
Waldrop made a motion to close the hearing at 5:30 p.m. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Waldrop made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:31 p.m. The motion carried with a
unanimous vote.
_____________________________________ _________________________________________
Johnny Phillips Amanda W. Murajda
Mayor Town Clerk
Thu May 28, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
La Junta votará sobre la autorización de contrato de propiedad inmobiliaria
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva se reúne en sesión suplementaria para considerar un nombramiento para el Comité de Preservación Histórica y una resolución que autoriza al administrador municipal a ejecutar un contrato de propiedad inmobiliaria. La junta también recibirá informes de varios departamentos, incluidos Policía, Bomberos y Obras Públicas. Se ha programado una sesión cerrada para la negociación del contrato según la ley estatal.
- Nombramiento para el Comité de Preservación Histórica
- Resolución que autoriza al administrador municipal a ejecutar un contrato de propiedad inmobiliaria
- Sesión cerrada para la negociación del contrato (G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5))
- Informes de Policía, Bomberos, Obras Públicas y otros departamentos
governmentreal-estatehistoric-preservationcontractpolicefirepublic-works
✓ Decidido: Board approves $212,500 real property purchase on Vance Street
The Board of Commissioners authorized the Town Manager to purchase property on Vance Street for $212,500. The Board also appointed Commissioner McGuire to the Historic Preservation Committee. No action was taken during the closed session regarding contract negotiations.
- Approved resolution to purchase property on Vance Street for $212,500 (Unanimous)
- Appointed Commissioner McGuire to the Historic Preservation Committee (Unanimous)
- Approved agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (Unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. May 28, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
5. Public Works Department Report
6. Police Department Report
7. Fire Department Report
8. Main Street Report
9. Planning Board Report
10. TWSA Board Report
11. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
12. Historic Preservation Committee Appointment
13. Resolution Authorizing Town Manager to Execute Contract for Real Property
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to G.S 143-318.ll(a)(5) - Contract Negotiation
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT: Blitz Estridge, Commissioner Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Perry Matthews, Commissioner Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Johnny Phillips, Mayor Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
ABSENT: Samuel McGuire, Commissioner
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Bernadette Peters (Economic Dev. Director) Aimee Sumner (Police Chief), Robbie Carter (Assistant
Police Chief) and Jake Scott (Public Works Director).
VISITORS: Nelia Waldrum
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Nelia Waldrum, a resident of Sylva, addressed the Board regarding several concerns. She
encouraged the board to advocate for continued municipal representation on the Jackson County Library Board if governance
changes occur. She also expressed concerns regarding newly installed surveillance cameras in and around town and requested
discussion regarding their purpose, oversight, and public consent. Waldrum also asked the Board to begin discussions
regarding data center development and potential impacts on …
Thu May 14, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
El municipio recibirá la presentación formal del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-2027
La Junta de Comisionados escuchará la presentación formal del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-2027. También considerarán nombrar un presidente de la Junta de ABC, votar sobre un Memorando de Entendimiento para el Distrito de Servicio de Bomberos del Municipio y cancelar la reunión ordinaria del 25 de junio. Se programó una sesión cerrada para negociaciones contractuales.
- Presentación formal del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-2027
- Nombramiento del presidente de la Junta de ABC
- Memorando de Entendimiento para el Distrito de Servicio de Bomberos del Municipio
- Cancelación de la reunión ordinaria del 25 de junio de 2026
- Sesión cerrada para negociación contractual (G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5))
budgetappointmentsfire-servicescontractsmeetings
✓ Decidido: Board approves fire service district MOU and reappoints ABC Board chair
The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding for a municipal fire service district to protect funding for fire and EMS services through 2030. David Noland was reappointed as ABC Board chairman. The FY 2026-2027 budget was presented for review, with no action taken.
- Approved MOU for Municipality Fire Service District (unanimous)
- Reappointed David Noland as ABC Board chairman (unanimous)
- Cancelled June 26, 2026, regular board meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. May 14, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
5. Formal Presentation of FY2026-2027 Budget
6. ABC Board Chairman Appointment
7. MOU Municipality Fire Service District
8. Cancel June 25, 2026 Regular Board Meeting
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to G.S 143-318.ll(a)(5) - Contract Negotiation
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT: Perry Matthews, Commissioner Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Johnny Phillips, Mayor Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
ABSENT: Blitz Estridge, Commissioner
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT: None.
VISITORS: Garrett Craig, Becca Pipitone, David Noland, Casey Walawender, Vanesa Salazar, Lyndsi Young, Brad Tollie,
Phoumala Tollie, Emmy Schneider-Green, Nelia Waldrum, Dan Mackey, Joshua Yount, Nilofer Couture, Mikala Shuler, Brian
Shuler and Anne Link.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner McGuire made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
The following individuals addressed the Board regarding concerns about business signage in town that they believe contains
references associated with the Ku Klux Klan (KKK):
Garrett Craig, Sylva resident, expressed concerns regarding the impact of the signage on the community's image,
tourism, inclusivity, and local businesses. He encouraged the Board to consider a resolution condemning racist
symbolism and urged co …
Thu Apr 23, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Comisionados de Sylva considerarán declaración de propiedad excedente y permiso de alcohol para evento
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva celebra una reunión complementaria para recibir informes departamentales y considerar dos nuevos temas de negocios: una resolución de agradecimiento y declaración de propiedad excedente, y una solicitud de evento especial para servicio de alcohol en un evento de agradecimiento a empleados de Ward Plumbing. La reunión también incluye una agenda de consentimiento y comentarios públicos.
- Resolución de Agradecimiento y Declaración de Propiedad Excedente
- Solicitud de Evento Especial—Agradecimiento a Empleados de Ward Plumbing—Servicio de Alcohol
- Informes de Policía, Bomberos, Obras Públicas y otros departamentos
- Adopción de agenda de consentimiento
- Informes de la Junta de Planificación, la Junta de TWSA y Pinnacle Park
meetingsylvanorth-carolinaboard-of-commissionerssurplus-propertyalcohol-permitspecial-event
✓ Decidido: Sylva Board approves surplus property transfer and special event request
The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to declare a retiring officer's badge and firearm as surplus property for transfer. The board also approved a special event request regarding alcohol service for Ward Plumbing employee appreciation.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to declare retiring officer's badge and firearm as surplus property (unanimous)
- Approved special event request for Ward Plumbing employee appreciation alcohol service (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. April 23, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
5. Public Works Department Report
6. Police Department Report
7. Fire Department Report
8. Main Street Report
9. Planning Board Report
10. TWSA Board Report
11. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
12. Resolution of Appreciation and Declaration of Surplus Property
13. Special Event Request--Ward Plumbing Employee Appreciation--Alcohol Service
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Apr 9, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
Enmienda al mapa de zonificación para COOP Properties LLC en la agenda
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará una enmienda al mapa de zonificación y una solicitud de modificación de distrito condicional de COOP Properties, LLC. La junta también tiene previsto nombrar a un miembro de la Junta de Planificación.
- Audiencia pública y nuevo elemento de agenda: Enmienda al mapa de zonificación - Modificación de distrito condicional para COOP Properties, LLC
- Consideración del nombramiento de la Junta de Planificación
zoningpublic-hearingplanning-boardproperty-developmentsylva-nc
✓ Decidido: Approved zoning change for 60-unit multifamily development on Savannah Drive
The Board unanimously approved a modification to a conditional zoning district for a multifamily residential development on Savannah Drive, increasing the number of units from 48 to 60 and allowing three-story buildings. The project, which includes 126 bedrooms and amenities such as a community center and playground, remains subject to future technical review. The Board also unanimously appointed Rob Barnes to fill an unexpired term on the Planning Board.
- Approved zoning map amendment for COOP Properties (unanimous)
- Approved statement of consistency with 2040 Land Use Plan (unanimous)
- Appointed Rob Barnes to Planning Board (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, April 09, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. April 9, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
PUBLIC HEARING
5. Zoning Map Amendment-Conditional District--Modification (COOP Properties, LLC)
NEW BUSINESS
6. Zoning Map Amendment-Conditional District--Modification (COOP Properties, LLC)
A. Application
B. Statement of Consistency
7. Planning Board Appointment
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Mar 26, 2026
PLANNING BOARD MEETING
La Junta de Planificación considerará una enmienda al mapa de zonificación para COOP Properties/Waterfall Gardens
La Junta de Planificación de Sylva llevará a cabo una reunión el 26 de marzo de 2026 para considerar una enmienda al mapa de zonificación para COOP Properties, LLC, relacionada con Waterfall Gardens. La junta también aprobará las minutas de la reunión del 23 de octubre de 2025 y escuchará comentarios públicos.
- Enmienda al mapa de zonificación -- COOP Properties, LLC/Waterfall Gardens
- Aprobación de las minutas de la reunión de la Junta de Planificación del 23 de octubre de 2025
- Período de comentarios públicos
planning-boardzoningmap-amendmentsylva-nc
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. October 23, 2025 Planning Board Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENTS
NEW BUSINESS
2. Zoning Map Amendment--COOP Properties, LLC/Waterfall Gardens
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Mar 26, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
La junta de Sylva considerará exención de estacionamiento, contrato de auditoría, alcohol en mercado de agricultores
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva celebrará una reunión suplementaria el 26 de marzo de 2026 para discutir y posiblemente actuar sobre varios temas. Los temas clave incluyen una resolución que exime al Estacionamiento Ritz de la selección basada en calificaciones para arquitectos/ingenieros/agrimensores, la aprobación del contrato de auditoría para el año fiscal 2025-2026, y una solicitud de evento especial del Mercado de Agricultores del Condado de Jackson para permitir el servicio de alcohol. La agenda también incluye informes de rutina, proclamaciones y una resolución en apoyo a la Biblioteca del Condado de Jackson.
- Resolución de Exención de la Selección Basada en Calificaciones de Arquitectos/Ingenieros/Agrimensores para el Estacionamiento Ritz
- Contrato de Auditoría para el Año Fiscal 2025-2026
- Solicitud de Evento Especial para el Mercado de Agricultores del Condado de Jackson para permitir el servicio de alcohol
- Resolución en Apoyo a la Biblioteca del Condado de Jackson
- Proclamación del Día de Noticias Locales
commissionersparkingauditalcoholfarmers-marketlibrariesproclamations
✓ Decidido: Board approves engineering exemption for Ritz parking lot stormwater grant
The Board unanimously approved a resolution exempting the Ritz parking lot engineer selection from qualification-based requirements, allowing the town to proceed with a SmallBiz grant for stormwater inlet rehabilitation. They also approved a $39,500 audit contract with Gould Killian CPA Group, a resolution supporting Jackson County Library, a Local News Day proclamation, and a special event alcohol permit for the Farmer's Market salsa showdown at Bridge Park. A certificate of appreciation was presented to Tracy Fitzmorris for 35 years of library service.
- Approved resolution of exemption for Ritz parking lot engineer selection to advance stormwater grant (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2025-2026 audit contract with Gould Killian CPA Group for $39,500 (unanimous)
- Approved resolution in support of Jackson County Library (unanimous)
- Approved Local News Day proclamation (unanimous)
- Approved special event alcohol request for Farmer's Market salsa showdown at Bridge Park (unanimous)
- Presented certificate of appreciation to Tracy Fitzmorris for 35 years of library service (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. March 26, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
5. Public Works Department Report
6. Police Department Report
7. Fire Department Report
8. Main Street Report
9. TWSA Board Report
10. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
11. Recognition of Appreciation
12. Resolution in Support of Jackson County Library
13. Local News Day Proclamation
14. Resolution of Exemption from Architect/Engineer/Surveyor Qualifications-Based Selection--
Ritz Parking Lot
15. FY 2025-2026 Audit Contract
16. Special Event Request--Jackson Co. Farmer's Market--Alcohol Service
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Mar 12, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
La Junta realiza sesiones cerradas para asuntos legales, contractuales y de personal
La agenda de la Junta de Comisionados de Sylva es en gran medida procesal, sin temas políticos específicos ni audiencias públicas listadas. La junta considerará una agenda de consentimiento, escuchará informes y luego convocará sesiones cerradas para consultar con el abogado, discutir una adjudicación de contrato pendiente y abordar asuntos de personal.
- Sesión cerrada bajo G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) – consultar con el abogado
- Sesión cerrada bajo G.S. 143-318.11(a)(2) – prevenir la divulgación prematura de la adjudicación
- Sesión cerrada bajo G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) – asuntos de personal
governmentmeetingsclosed-sessionpersonnelcontracts
✓ Decidido: Sylva Board of Commissioners approves agenda and consent agenda
The Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda via unanimous votes. No new business was presented during the regular session.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. March 12, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
CLOSED SESSION
1. Pursuant to G.S. 143-318.ll(a)(3) - Consult with Attorney
2. Pursuant to G.S. 143-318.11(a)(2) - Prevent Premature Disclosure of Award
3. Pursuant to G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) - Personnel
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Mar 12, 2026
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS MEETING
La Junta considerará la solicitud de variación de RLJ Land Development
La Junta de Ajustes llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de variación de zonificación de RLJ Land Development, LLC. No hay otros temas en la agenda.
- Audiencia pública sobre la solicitud de variación de RLJ Land Development, LLC
zoningvarianceboard-of-adjustmentssylva
✓ Decidido: Board considers exterior material variance for Catamount Fitness at 423 Jackson Plaza
The Board of Adjustment held a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a variance request from RLJ Land Development, LLC. The applicant seeks relief from design standards concerning required exterior siding materials on the northwest side of a proposed structure. No final decision was recorded in the provided text.
- Held quasi-judicial hearing for exterior material variance at 423 Jackson Plaza
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
MEETING
Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Zoning Variance Request
1. RLJ Land Development, LLC Variance Application
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING
Town of Sylva Board of Commissioners
March 12, 2026
The Town of Sylva Board of Adjustment met in a Quasi-Judicial Hearing on March 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m., at Town Hall, 83
Allen Street, Sylva, North Carolina.
Present:
Blitz Estridge, Commissioner
Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Perry Matthews, Commissioner
Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Johnny Phillips, Mayor
Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Brad Waldrop, Commissioner
Joeseph Waldrum, Commissioner
Absent:
Sam McGuire, Commissioner
Mayor Phillips called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Michael Poston (Director, County Planning).
VISITORS: Josh Moss and Dianne Sherrrill.
Mayor Pro-tem Waldrop: A quasi-judicial meeting is an evidentiary hearing where the Town of Sylva Board of Adjustment
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 Board, including the application, exhibits, testimony and related materials. The
record may include some insufficient evidence, but the Board may not base its decision on it. These types of hearings are
conducted in a manner similar to courts.
Opening of the Quasi-Judicial Meeting
Mayor Pro-tem Waldrop: The next item on the agenda is a request from RLJ Land Development, LLC for a variance from the
required for Section 7.2.C.2 – Design Standards for Lots; Section 7.3.C-Exierior Materials (building …
Thu Feb 26, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
La Junta considerará una adenda a la solicitud de propuestas de auditoría y una resolución de subvención para pequeñas empresas
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva celebra una reunión suplementaria para considerar una adenda a la solicitud de propuestas de auditoría y una resolución para el Programa de Subvenciones para Infraestructura de Pequeñas Empresas. La agenda también incluye informes departamentales y una sesión cerrada para consulta con el abogado y la evaluación del administrador municipal.
- Discusión y posible acción sobre la adenda a la solicitud de propuestas de auditoría
- Resolución del Programa de Subvenciones para Infraestructura de Pequeñas Empresas
- Presentación del Plan de Acción de la Cuenca WATR
- Sesión cerrada según G.S 143-318.11 (a)(3) para consultar con el abogado
- Sesión cerrada según G.S 143-318.11 (a)(6) para la evaluación del administrador municipal
auditsmall-businessgrantswaterpersonnelattorneytown-manager
✓ Decidido: Town of Sylva approves $952,760 grant application for Ritz lot stormwater project
The Board approved a resolution to apply for a $952,760 grant from the NC Commerce Department to repair infrastructure and improve business access at the Ritz lot. Officials also extended the deadline for audit service proposals to March 6, 2026. No action was taken during the closed session.
- Approved resolution to apply for $952,760 Small Business Infrastructure Grant for Ritz lot stormwater project (unanimous)
- Approved extension of audit services RFP deadline to March 6, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. Februrary 26, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
5. Public Works Department Report
6. Police Department Report
7. Fire Department Report
8. Main Street Report
9. Planning Board Report
10. TWSA Board Report
11. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
12. WATR-Watershed Action Plan Presentation
13. Audit RFP Addendum
14. Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program Resolution
CLOSED SESSION
1. Pursuant to G.S 143-318.11 (a)(3) - Consult with Attorney
2. Pursuant to G.S 143-318.11 (a)(6) - Personnel--Town Manager's Evaluation
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT: Perry Matthews, Commissioner Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Johnny Phillips, Mayor Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
ABSENT: Blitz Estridge, Commissioner
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pro Tem Waldrop called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Mike Beck (Fire Chief), Robbie Carter (Asst. Police Chief), Chris Hatton (Police Chief) and Jake Scott
(Public Works Director).
VISITORS: Eric Romanisyn, Ken Brown, Katie Price and Alex Pickard.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
MAYOR’S REPORT:
Mayor Phillips noted prior discussions with Public Works Director Jake Scott regarding the potential installation of a small guardrail at the
switchback curve on top of King’s Mountain due to safety concerns. The town manager advised that the item has already been included in
budget worksheets and would be most appropriate for discussion during the upcoming budget work session.
COMMISSIONER’S REPORT:
Commissioner McGuire thanked staff, volunteer …
Thu Feb 12, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
Aprobación de compra de camión bomba del departamento de bomberos con resolución de financiamiento
La Junta de Comisionados considerará aprobar la compra de un camión bomba del departamento de bomberos y una resolución de financiamiento relacionada. La junta también votará sobre dos solicitudes de eventos especiales para servicio de alcohol en Greening Up the Mountains y Concerts on the Creek. Está programada una presentación sobre el Jackson County Public Library Complex.
- Aprobación de compra de camión bomba del departamento de bomberos y resolución de financiamiento
- Solicitud de evento especial – Greening Up the Mountains Beverage Arts (servicio de alcohol)
- Solicitud de evento especial – Concerts on the Creek Servicio de Alcohol
- Presentación – Jackson County Public Library Complex por Antoinette MacWatt
fire-departmentbudgetpublic-safetyspecial-eventslibrariesalcohol
✓ Decidido: Unanimously approved purchase of new fire pumper truck for $544,800
The board approved the purchase of a new fire department pumper truck for $544,800, funded by capital reserves, contributed capital, investment earnings, and a loan. Also approved were special event requests for Greening Up the Mountains Beverage Arts and alcohol service at Concerts on the Creek. A request for guardrail on King's Mountain was placed on the next meeting agenda for discussion, and a library complex presentation was received with no immediate action.
- Approved $544,800 fire pumper truck purchase (unanimous)
- Approved resolution of financing for pumper truck (unanimous)
- Approved Beverage Arts special event request for Greening Up the Mountains (unanimous)
- Approved alcohol service at Concerts on the Creek (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. February 12, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
5. Fire Department Pumper Truck Purchase Approval
Resolution of Financing
6. Special Event Request--Greening Up the Mountains Beverage Arts
7. Special Event Request--Concerts on the Creek Alcohol Service
8. Presentation--Jackson County Public Library Complex--Antoinette MacWatt
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Jan 22, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
El municipio considerará exención de análisis de la presa Fisher Creek y nombramientos
La Junta de Comisionados de Sylva llevará a cabo una reunión complementaria para discutir informes de los departamentos y juntas del municipio, considerar nombramientos para abogado municipal y junta de planificación, y votar una resolución para eximir un análisis de ingeniería para la presa Fisher Creek de los requisitos de selección basados en calificaciones. La reunión también incluirá una sesión cerrada para consulta de abogados y asuntos de personal.
- Resolución de Exención de la Selección Basada en Calificaciones de Arquitecto/Ingeniero/Topógrafo para el Análisis de Costos y Alternativas de SM&E para la Presa Fisher Creek
- Nombramiento de Abogado Municipal
- Nombramientos de la Junta de Planificación
- Sesión cerrada para consulta de abogados (G.S 143-318.11(a)(3)) y personal (G.S 143-318.11(a)(6))
town-governmentappointmentsdamsinfrastructureplanning-boardclosed-sessionfisher-creek-dam
✓ Decidido: Sylva Board reappoints Town Attorney and Planning Board members
The Board of Commissioners approved several appointments and a resolution regarding dam repairs. The Board also entered into a closed session for personnel and legal consultation.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Approved the consent agenda (unanimous)
- Reappointed the Town Attorney for a four-year term (unanimous)
- Reappointed Melissa Madrona and Larry Tyson to the Planning Board for second three-year terms (unanimous)
- Approved resolution of exemption from qualifications-based selection for Fisher Creek Dam geotechnical firm (unanimous)
- Entered closed session for personnel and legal consultation (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
SUPPLEMENTAL BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. January 22, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
5. Public Works Department Report
6. Police Department Report
7. Fire Department Report
8. Main Street Report
9. Planning Board Report
10. TWSA Board Report
11. Pinnacle Park Report
NEW BUSINESS
12. Town Attorney Appointment
13. Planning Board Appointments
14. Resolution of Exemption from Architect/Engineer/Surveyor Qualifications-Based
Selection: SM&E Cost and Alternatives Analysis for Fisher Creek Dam
CLOSED SESSION
1. Pursuant to G.S 143-318.11(a)(3) - Consult with Attorney
2. Pursuant to G.S 143-318.11(a)(6) - Personnel
ADJOURNMENT
📄 De las actas
Texto extraído del documento oficial de actas (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
MINUTES
PRESENT: Blitz Estridge, Commissioner Paige Dowling, Town Manager
Perry Matthews, Commissioner Amanda Murajda, Town Clerk
Samuel McGuire, Commissioner Eric Ridenour, Town Attorney
Joseph Waldrum, Commissioner
Brad Waldrop, Mayor Pro Tem
ABSENT: Johnny Phillips, Mayor
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pro Tem Waldrop called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
STAFF PRESENT: Mike Beck (Fire Chief), Robbie Carter (Asst. Police Chief), Bernadette Peters (Economic Development
Director) and Jake Scott (Public Works Director).
VISITORS:
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Commissioner Waldrum made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Keith Blaine, a member of the Jackson County America 250 Committee, requested consideration of a Fourth of July parade
permit in Sylva as part of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration. Mr. Blaine stated that the committee plans
countywide events, including a parade in Sylva on July 4, with flexible timing. Additional planned events include a rotating
movie night across approximately ten county locations. Mr. Blaine emphasized community involvement and participation by
veterans’ groups, motorcycle …
Thu Jan 8, 2026
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
La Junta considerará una solicitud de propuestas (RFP) de auditoría y entrará en sesión cerrada
La Junta de Comisionados discutirá y posiblemente actuará sobre una solicitud de propuestas (RFP) para una auditoría. Después de los comentarios públicos y los informes del alcalde, los comisionados y el administrador municipal, la junta entrará en sesión cerrada para consultar con el abogado y discutir asuntos de personal.
- RFP de auditoría bajo nuevos negocios
- Sesión cerrada para consulta con el abogado (G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3))
- Sesión cerrada para asuntos de personal (G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6))
auditgovernmentfinancelegalpersonnel
✓ Decidido: Board approves audit RFP; hears updates on park, fire truck, NC 107
The Board unanimously approved the audit RFP for a three-year cycle, with proposals due February 13 and contract approval expected March 12. Manager reports included budget planning deadlines, a $237,600 Poteet Park restroom renovation (park closed until April), an RFP for a new commercial fire truck (bids open February 2), and NC 107 construction beginning in April. Public comments addressed the county-run skate park; the Board clarified it has no control over design decisions.
- Approved audit RFP for three-year cycle (unanimous)
📄 De la agenda
Texto extraído del documento oficial de la agenda (extracción automatizada — puede contener errores).
TOWN OF SYLVA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, January 08, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board Room, 83 Allen Street Sylva, North Carolina
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
All items listed and adopted are for discussion or possible action
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. January 8, 2026 Consent Agenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS
2. Mayor's Report
3. Commissioner's Report
4. Manager's Report
NEW BUSINESS
5. Audit RFP
CLOSED SESSION
1. Pursuant to G.S 143-318.11(a)(3) - Consult with Attorney
2. Pursuant to G.S 143-318.11(a)(6) - Personnel
ADJOURNMENT