# Mountain Community Capital Fund Operating Committee (In-person) (Oct 2, 2026)

**Body:** City of Asheville — Mountain Community Capital Fund
**Date:** October 2, 2026 9:00 AM EDT (2026-10-02T09:00:00-04:00)
**Location:** 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801, USA - Fifth Floor Conference Room

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014

## Summary

The upcoming Mountain Community Capital Fund Operating Committee meeting on October 2nd will primarily focus on the fund's financial performance and a new loan request. Committee members will review a monthly report detailing loan status, including concerns about increasing default rates, and discuss a proposal for a $25,000 loan to support a new bilingual marketing firm. A vote will be held on whether to approve this loan, which could impact local business growth and job creation.

Beyond the financial discussions, a portion of the meeting will be dedicated to training for committee members on public meeting laws and ethical conduct, ensuring transparency and accountability in their decision-making processes. The committee will also welcome public comment, providing an opportunity for community members to share their perspectives on the fund's operations and potential investments. Interested citizens are encouraged to attend or view a recording of the meeting, as decisions made directly affect the availability of capital for local businesses and economic development initiatives.

## Agenda

- [Call to Order](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014/item/18146)
- [Approval of Prior Minutes](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014/item/18147)
- [Data and Reporting Overview](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014/item/18148)
- [New Loan Request #1](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014/item/18149)
- [Boards and Committee Training](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014/item/18150)
- [Staff and Member Updates](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014/item/18151)
- [Public Comment](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014/item/18152)
- [Adjourned](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014/item/18153)

## Documents

- [agenda_2026-10-02.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014?document=13812)
- [Minutes – September 11, 2026.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014?document=13802)
- [Loan Request #1 Materials.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014?document=13805)
- [Boards and Commissions Chair & Vice Chair Training.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014?document=13806)
- [Minutes – June 22, 2026.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014?document=13800)
- [Monthly Report Spreadsheet](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014?document=13803)
- [Minutes – August 25, 2026.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/3014?document=13801)

## Sources

- [City of Asheville WordPress](https://www.ashevillenc.gov/government/meetings/mountain-community-capital-fund-operating-committee-in-person-oct-2-2026/)