# February 18, 2025

**Body:** Buncombe County Government — Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
**Date:** February 18, 2025 5:00 PM EST (2025-02-18T17:00:00-05:00)

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733

## Summary

The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will convene on February 18th, addressing a wide range of topics impacting the community. Discussions will center around ongoing recovery efforts from Tropical Storm Helene, including housing and permitting challenges, as well as updates on the county's broadband expansion plan. The Board will also hear presentations recognizing Black Legacy Month and providing an update on Community Development Block Grant funding.

A key decision expected is the rezoning of properties along Long Shoals Road, which would allow for commercial development in a currently residential area. Residents may be interested to learn about this change and its potential impact on the neighborhood. The Board will also consider approving funding for hazard mitigation programs and a partnership with the City of Asheville to support services for those experiencing homelessness.

Finally, the Board will review a draft letter outlining their priorities to state legislators and discuss ongoing efforts with the North Carolina Department of Commerce regarding grant funding. Citizens are encouraged to attend or watch the meeting, particularly those interested in development along Long Shoals Road and how the county is responding to recent weather events.

## Agenda

- [FCC Update](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10933)
- [Helene Update](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10934)
- [Swannanoa Small Area Planning Update](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10935)
- [2025 Bond Refunding](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10936)
- [Broadband Update](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10937)
- [Approval of the January 16, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10938)
- [Approval of the February 4, 2025 Combined Briefing and Regular Meeting Minutes](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10939)
- [Resolution approving Pyrotechnic Experts for Fireworks Display](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10940)
- [Resolution Approving Abandonment of NCDOT Maintained Road SR 2157 Lovin Road](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10941)
- [Resolution Requesting Road Addition for Country Oak Dr.](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10942)
- [Resolution Authorizing the Designation of Signature Authority for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Project Applications](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10943)
- [Code Purple Interlocal Agreement with the City of Asheville](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10944)
- [Black Legacy Month Proclamation](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10945)
- [Community Development Block Grant - Neighborhood Revitalization (CDBG-NR)- Quarterly Update](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10946)
- [Public Hearing to Consider Long Shoals Road Rezoning – ZPH2024-00039](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10947)
- [Draft Legislative Agenda](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10948)
- [Public Service Property Tax Refund Request](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10949)
- [Budget Amendments for Purchase Costs for Conservation Easements and Agricultural Growth Zone Match](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10950)
- [Audit Committee - 1 reappointment](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10951)
- [Health & Human Services Board - 2 reappointments](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10952)
- [Community Entertainment Facilities Commission- 1 appointment](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733/item/10953)

## Votes

- Approval of the January 16, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes — Passed, 7-0
- Approval of the February 4, 2025 Combined Briefing and Regular Meeting Minutes — Passed, 7-0
- Resolution approving Pyrotechnic Experts for Fireworks Display — Passed, 7-0
- Resolution Approving Abandonment of NCDOT Maintained Road SR 2157 Lovin Road — Passed, 7-0
- Resolution Requesting Road Addition for Country Oak Dr. — Passed, 7-0
- Resolution Authorizing the Designation of Signature Authority for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Project Applications — Passed, 7-0
- Audit Committee - 1 reappointment — Passed, 7-0
- Community Entertainment Facilities Commission- 1 appointment — Passed, 7-0
- Code Purple Interlocal Agreement with the City of Asheville — Passed, 7-0
- Health & Human Services Board - 2 reappointments — Passed, 7-0

## Documents

- [minutes_2025-02-18.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1733?document=4034)

## Sources

- [CivicClerk](https://buncombeconc.portal.civicclerk.com/#!/events/3577)