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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. …