Council Approves EDA Grant Resolution for $66,700 Economic Development Funding

The Ashe County Commission meeting held on August 18, 2025, began with a public hearing, which concluded without any comments from attendees. Following this, the commission moved to discuss a supplemental grant resolution from the Economic Development Administration (EDA). The resolution proposed funding of up to $66,700. A motion was made and seconded to approve the resolution, which passed unanimously, with all members expressing their support.

At 9:29 AM, the commission opened another public hearing focused on a building reuse grant for a project referred to as "Project Pandora." Further details regarding this project were not provided in the transcript, but the initiation of this public hearing indicates ongoing efforts to enhance economic development in Ashe County.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the commission's commitment to securing funding for local projects and fostering economic growth through grant opportunities. The next steps regarding Project Pandora and any subsequent discussions will be crucial for the county's development initiatives.