# Town Council Meeting

**Body:** Town of Black Mountain — Town Council
**Date:** June 8, 2026 6:00 PM EDT (2026-06-08T18:00:00-04:00)
**Location:** Town Hall Council Chambers, 160 Midland Ave, Black Mountain, NC, 28711

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722

## Summary

The upcoming Town Council meeting on June 8th will cover a broad range of topics impacting Black Mountain. Discussions are planned regarding infrastructure improvements like pedestrian paths, the Lower Watershed Dam, and intersection safety; financial matters including tax collection reports and budget amendments for police donations; and planning & development initiatives such as dedicating new roads and revising street dedication policies. Several presentations will also be given, including updates on the Active Mobility Commission, a new golf maintenance building, and the Public Safety Building.

Several key decisions are on the agenda that could directly affect residents. The Council will be voting on approving financial reports, supporting regional transportation initiatives like WNC Passenger Rail Service, and authorizing studies to improve intersection safety. Residents may also be interested in discussions surrounding bear-related concerns, zoning enforcement at a specific property, and the potential for a partnership with the Development Finance Initiative.

Finally, the Council will be discussing appointments to the Planning Board, which could impact future development decisions in our community. While no immediate action is planned regarding the Lower Watershed Dam, staff will be researching options to address ongoing bear concerns.

## Agenda

- [CALL TO ORDER](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/143)
- [1.A. Welcome](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/144)
- [1.B. Pledge of Allegiance](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/145)
- [1.C. Moment of Silence](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/146)
- [1.D. Announcements](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/147)
- [1.E. Ethics Statement](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/148)
- [PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, RECOGNITIONS, SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/149)
- [COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF, COUNCILS, COMMISSIONS & AGENCIES](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/150)
- [3.A. Active Mobility Commission (AMC) Presentation on Pedestrian Path Proposal](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/151)
- [3.B. Golf Maintenance Building Presentation by McGill Associates](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/152)
- [3.C. Public Safety Building Presentation by McGill Associates & Moseley](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/153)
- [CITIZEN COMMENTS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/154)
- [COMMUNICATION FROM MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/155)
- [COMMUNICATION FROM TOWN ATTORNEY & TOWN MANAGER](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/156)
- [CONSENT AGENDA](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/157)
- [7.A. Monthly Tax Collector Report - Laurel Mabery, Accountant](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/158)
- [7.B. WNC Passenger Rail Service Appropriation Resolution of Support](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/159)
- [7.C. Consideration of Budget Amendment for BMPD Donations Received - Steve Parker, Police Chief](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/160)
- [7.D. Consideration of an Oak Tree Planting at Lake Tomahawk - Richard Hicks, Interim Town Manager](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/161)
- [7.E. Renewal of Shared Use Agreement for Parking Facilities at 101 West Street - Richard Hicks, Interim Town Manager](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/162)
- [PUBLIC HEARING - NONE](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/163)
- [UNFINISHED BUSINESS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/165)
- [10.A. Petition to Dedicate Brookhaven Drive - Michelle Kennedy, Planning Director](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/166)
- [10.B. Adoption of Revised Street Dedication Application and Policy - Michelle Kennedy, Planning Director](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/167)
- [10.C. Proposal for Black Mountain Ave. & Sutton Ave. Intersection Safety Study - Michelle Kennedy, Planning Director](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/168)
- [10.D. Discussion of Lower Watershed Dam - Richard Hicks, Interim Town Manager](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/169)
- [10.E. Acceptance of Water Line Infrastructure within Sweet Birch Commons for Public (Town) Ownership & Maintenance. - Jamey Matthews, Public Works Director](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/170)
- [NEW BUSINESS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/171)
- [11.A. Discussion of Possible Bear-Related Action Plans - Michael Sobol, Mayor](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/172)
- [11.B. Authorization for Staff or Pursue an Order of Abatement and Recovery of Fines for 19 Timber Park Drive for Failure to Correct Zoning Violation - Michelle Kennedy, Planning Director](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/173)
- [11.C. Bid Proposal Acceptance from CES Engineers Group - Jamey Matthews, Public Works Director](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/174)
- [11.D. Consideration of Contract Extension with McAdams Company, Inc. (Traffic Planning and Design, Inc. (TPD)) - Matt Begley, Budget Analyst](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/175)
- [11.E. Discussion of Planning Board Member Terms for UDO Completion - Michelle Kennedy, Planning Director](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/176)
- [11.F. Partnership Proposal with Development Finance Initiative (DFI) - Michelle Kennedy, Planning Director](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/177)
- [CLOSED SESSION](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/178)
- [ADJOURNMENT](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722/item/179)

## Documents

- [agenda_2026-06-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722?document=8530)
- [minutes_2026-06-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722?document=13769)
- [agenda_packet_2026-06-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722?document=8504)
- [agenda_2026-06-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722?document=8503)
- [agenda_packet_2026-06-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722?document=8531)
- [minutes_2026-06-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722?document=12420)
- [agenda_packet_2026-06-08.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2722?document=9056)

## Sources

- [CivicClerk](https://blackmountainnc.portal.civicclerk.com/#!/events/709)