# 5/22/24 Town Council Spcl Called Meeting - 8:30 AM

**Body:** Town of Black Mountain — Town Council
**Date:** May 22, 2024 12:00 AM EDT (2024-05-22T00:00:00-04:00)

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2572

## Summary

The Black Mountain Town Council will hold a special meeting on May 22nd to finalize plans for a Downtown Social District, an area where residents and visitors can purchase drinks from local businesses to enjoy outdoors. The council will also be reviewing the Town Manager’s proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year and discussing a potential public hearing to gather community feedback on that budget.

A key decision expected at the meeting is a vote on an ordinance formally establishing the Downtown Social District, which would define its boundaries and operating hours (currently proposed as Thursday-Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.). Residents interested in understanding how this new initiative will impact downtown Black Mountain, or those wanting to learn more about the town's financial plans for next year, should consider attending or watching the meeting.

Following approval of the ordinance, the town will need to develop a plan for managing and maintaining the Social District, including coordinating with local businesses and town departments. Clear signage will also be installed to mark the district's boundaries, and information about it will be shared on the town’s website and social media.

## Agenda

- [Call to Order](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2572/item/7214)
- [Discussion of Proposed Ordinance 2024-05-22-01 - Amendments to Zoning Ordinance Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2572/item/7215)
- [Public Hearing - Proposed Ordinance 2024-05-22-01 - Amendments to Zoning Ordinance Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2572/item/7216)
- [Adjournment](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2572/item/7217)

## Votes

- Council Member Ryan Stone made a motion to open the public hearing on the social district. — Passed, 5-0
- Vice Mayor Archie Pertiller made a motion to close the public hearing. — Passed, 5-0
- Council Member Pam King made a motion to deny the establishment of a social district, stating she was open to reconsider at a later date with more time to gather information. — Passed, 3-2
- Council Member Doug Hay then made a motion to hold a public hearing for the Recommended FY24-25 Budget on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the Town Hall Council Chambers. — Passed

## Documents

- [agenda_2024-05-22.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2572?document=5221)
- [minutes_2024-05-22.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2572?document=5222)

## Sources

- [CivicClerk](https://blackmountainnc.portal.civicclerk.com/#!/events/614)