Town Council Summer Retreat
The Town Council Summer Retreat was held Monday, June 25th.
Topics discussed included:
· Blowing Rock Tourism Development Wayfinding Signage Presentation by Destination by Design - Presentation Accepted.
· Storm Water Fund/Utility Presentation by McGill Associates, Town Engineer - Town Council requested further review by staff.
· Memorial Park Project (PartF): bathrooms bid summary - Bid received will be considered at the July Town Council Meeting with project cost savings modifications to be examined by staff.
· Food Trucks for Events Discussion - food trucks will be at the 4th of July Festival as a trial run for future events.
· Paid Parking Discussion - parking enforcement will be increased in the immediate phase, with consideration of a paid parking plan in the future. Staff will continue to develop a proposed plan.
· Blowing Rock Appearance Advisory Committee - discussed merging BRAAC with the Parks and Recreation Board - for future Town Council consideration.
· Green Hill Communication Building - A new communication building will be purchased in the fall with enhancements to increase communications.
Update Topics:
· Blowing Rock Academy - underway, August 2023 expected completion
· Town Hall renovations and front walk replacement - underway, continued in FY 23-24
· Comprehensive Plan - update
· Tour of Homes: July 28th - reminder
· Employee Handbook Update: Community Service Days - work continues to update the handbook
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