# Town Council Annual Retreat held on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Christmount Conference Center.  

**Body:** Town of Black Mountain — Town Council
**Date:** January 20, 2024 12:00 AM EST (2024-01-20T00:00:00-05:00)

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2542

## Summary

The Town Council will hold its annual retreat on January 20th, focusing on improving how the council operates and setting strategic priorities for the future. Discussions will center around reviewing past accomplishments, strengthening teamwork among council members, and exploring how to better serve the community through human-centered design principles. The retreat aims to identify key areas where the council should focus its efforts in the coming year, ultimately shaping future town initiatives.

While no formal votes or decisions are expected during this retreat, the outcome will directly impact the direction of town government. Citizens may be interested in understanding how the council is planning for the future and what priorities they’ve identified. The retreat will conclude with a plan outlining next steps, which will be shared publicly following the event.

This retreat provides an opportunity for council members to step back and consider how best to address the evolving needs of our community. The discussions will inform future council decisions, making it a valuable opportunity to gain insight into the town’s strategic vision.

## Agenda

- [Event: Town Council Annual Retreat held on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Christmount Conference Center.](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2542/item/8278)

## Votes

- Council Member Sobol moved to approve the retreat agenda as presented, seconded by Council Member Pertiller. — Passed, 6-0

## Documents

- [agenda_2024-01-20.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2542?document=5173)
- [minutes_2024-01-20.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2542?document=5174)

## Sources

- [CivicClerk](https://blackmountainnc.portal.civicclerk.com/#!/events/576)