The board approved a budget amendment for Emergency Management and received a presentation on the 2027 Schedule of Values for property revaluation. Discussion occurred regarding the Emergency Homeless Fund and upcoming energy assistance programs. Human Resources policy updates were ratified, including changes to the shared leave program, employee reinstatement, and the implementation of paid parental leave. The board authorized land transfers for FEMA buyouts, accepted a state grant for community center repairs, and approved a memorandum of agreement and land lease for the Ashe Developmental Day School. Additionally, concepts for a new EMS base were finalized, and a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week was adopted.
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Ashe County Board Of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board conducted a business session that included public hearings for four grant application resolutions through the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery program, aimed at constructing a new social services and health department building, a public safety building, an animal control facility, and property acquisition to reduce blight. The board reviewed and approved the tax collector settlement for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and the tax collector charge for 2026-2027. Additionally, the board approved a five-year memorandum of understanding for the Ashe County Beekeepers Association, authorized the acceptance of a federal grant for a siren voice alerting system, and received facility programming updates for a new EMS base and animal shelter.
Jul 20, 2026·Board meeting
Ashe County Board of Commissioners Regular Session Meeting Minutes
The board conducted a regular session that included several key actions and discussions. A resolution for a Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery application was adopted. Amendments to the county's subdivision ordinance were approved, including updates to private road and cul-de-sac standards and a reduction in minimum lot size for properties with public or private community utilities. A first reading of a proposed cemetery ordinance was held to discuss regulating the maintenance of private cemeteries. Several contracts and budget amendments were authorized, including a HVAC repair contract for the Riverview Community Center, a budget amendment for Riverview bathroom repairs, and a budget amendment for the Ashe Park tennis court resurfacing project. The board also approved a new audit contract, reviewed social services and energy outreach programs, and adjusted block grant budgets for senior services. A change order for the landfill's leachate collection system was approved, a voting delegate for the NCACC conference was designated, and staff retirements and employee recognition awards were acknowledged.
Jul 6, 2026·Board meeting
Ashe County Board Of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board addressed several financial and policy matters. Key topics included the approval of a budget amendment for Riverview project improvements and a sponsorship resolution for a grant application regarding river access. The commissioners provided a letter of support for a land dedication near the Blue Ridge Parkway and issued a proclamation declaring a local trails month. Additionally, the board passed resolutions concerning the expenditure of Opioid Settlement funds, covering both a technical amendment and a new long-term funding cycle. Finally, the board denied a late tax exclusion application and held an executive session to discuss property matters.
