# Mountain Community Capital Fund Operating Committee (In-person) (Mar 6, 2026)

**Body:** City of Asheville — Mountain Community Capital Fund
**Date:** March 6, 2026 9:00 AM EST (2026-03-06T09:00:00-05:00)
**Location:** 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801, USA - Sixth Floor Training Room

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452

## Summary

The Mountain Community Capital Fund Operating Committee will meet on March 6, 2026, to review the fund's performance and consider several key decisions impacting local businesses. A primary focus will be evaluating a loan application for a pottery business, which could provide vital funding for inventory and working capital. The committee will also discuss the possibility of temporarily pausing new loan approvals to develop a strategic plan for the fund's future, including how it utilizes available ARPA funds.

A significant decision expected is whether to approve the pottery business's loan request, which would support a local craft enterprise and retain several jobs. Additionally, the committee will debate whether to implement a temporary lending pause – a move that could affect access to capital for businesses seeking funding while the committee refines its long-term strategy. Public comment will be accepted, providing an opportunity for community members to share their perspectives on these important matters.

Finally, the committee will review monthly performance reports and discuss ongoing efforts to procure a custodian for the fund. Citizens interested in local economic development, small business support, or the future direction of the Mountain Community Capital Fund are encouraged to attend the meeting or follow its proceedings.

## Agenda

- [CALL TO ORDER ●​ APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 06, 2026 MINUTES](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452/item/1275)
- [DATA AND REPORTING OVERVIEW](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452/item/1276)
- [LOAN PORTFOLIO TRACKING](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452/item/1277)
- [UPDATE ON CUSTODIAN PROCUREMENT](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452/item/1278)
- [NEW LOAN](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452/item/1279)
- [DISCUSSION ITEMS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452/item/1280)
- [PUBLIC COMMENT](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452/item/1281)

## Video & Transcript

- Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ujOZ2RSkMs

## Documents

- [Materials.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452?document=8793)
- [agenda_2026-03-06.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452?document=3414)
- [Spreadsheet](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452?document=8792)
- [minutes_2026-03-06.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452?document=13188)
- [Minutes – February 06, 2026.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1452?document=8791)

## Sources

- [City of Asheville WordPress](https://www.ashevillenc.gov/government/meetings/special-meeting-mountain-community-capital-fund-operating-committee-in-person-mar-6-2026/)