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Avery County adopts resolution backing Blue Ridge Rising strategic plan and state funding request
Summary
The Board adopted a resolution supporting a state appropriation request to implement the Blue Ridge Rising strategic plan and to seek federal support; the resolution does not commit county funds.
Avery County commissioners voted Jan. 6 to adopt a resolution asking state legislators to support funding for implementation of the Blue Ridge Rising strategic plan, a multi-state effort centered on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
County staff described the plan as a collaborative regional strategy that includes marketing, protecting scenic views and wildlife, and improving visitor experiences along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The board’s resolution requests state appropriation support to implement the plan and indicates the resolution does not commit county funds.
A motion to adopt the resolution carried by voice vote; no individual opposing votes were recorded in the meeting transcript. County staff said the resolution is intended to support requests to both the state and federal governments for funding and collaboration on repairs and enhancements along the parkway.
