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Town of Blowing Rock Election Results
The dialogue with the community was effective with two forums and published interviews. This election seemed to be framed around progress and preservation. Incumbent Mayor Sellers was unopposed and was elected with 421 votes. We have one new Town Council member. Challenger David Harwood was elected with 308 votes. Incumbent Albert Yount was elected with…
Headwaters of the New River Project on Valley Boulevard
The Planning Board approved the conditional rezoning application from Kevin Troyer owner of 4 Forty Four construction company to approve the Headwaters project located on the former New River Inn property at 6875 Valley Boulevard with four conditions including a 5 year vested right to commence all phases of the project and installation of a…
Valley Boulevard Vision Committee – Community Input
The Valley Boulevard Vision Committee completed the second of two community meetings. The Civic Association was represented at both meetings and attended all of the committee meetings leading up to the community meetings. The meetings were led by Benchmark who reviewed 8 new buildings and 22 renovations since the current Land Use Code was adopted…
Town Seeks Applicants for Various Boards
Your service is needed. Please consider serving on our advisory boards. Advisory boards do the homework and make recommendations to the Town Council. Applicants should be a resident taxpayer who is available to attend meetings throughout the year. You do not need to be a registered voter in Blowing Rock. We also should thank the…
Sustainable Tourism – A Conversation for Blowing Rock
The community should start a conversation about what sustainable tourism means to Blowing Rock. Blowing Rock is not alone in sorting out the success and impact on local communities around world. Charleston is hosting a panel on October 29th with panelists from Amsterdam for example. I found a relevant post and video that articulates the…
Advocacy Alert: Don’t forget to attend Valley Boulevard Visioning Workshop on Tuesday!
Tuesday, Oct. 29th at 7 pm at Town Hall You have one more opportunity to provide feedback on land uses, landscaping and beautification, site design, building design, and community appearance on Hwy 321. Please join us to help create a future vision!
Read Watauga Democrat Article – On the Issues – Blowing Rock Candidates
Read article by Thomas Sherrill – Responses to Key Questions 1. Why are you running for this office? You may also wish to briefly mention your top issues or goals if elected or re-elected. 2. An ongoing challenge has been the balance of keeping the charm of the village while pursuing and allowing economic growth….
Please Attend Public Meetings on Valley Boulevard Vision – October 15th and 29th at 7:00 PM
The Town Council approved a contract with Benchmark of Charlotte during a special meeting on Thursday, Sept. 19th to assist the Town with setting a vision for redevelopment of Valley Boulevard. Benchmark assisted the Town with the 2014 Comprehensive Plan which resulted in a shared vision to protect the historic village while encouraging compatible redevelopment. …