PUBLIC NOTICES
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Block Grant Plan
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08/17/2026 - Advertisement For Bids Custodial Services
COUNTY OF WATAUGA
2026 CUSTODIAL SERVICES
08/18/2026 - Public Hearing Notice
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE FOR ROOTSII, LLC - Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 158-7.1, notice is hereby given that the Watauga County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 5:30 P.M., in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Watauga County Administration Building, 814 W. King Street, Boone, North Carolina, to consider the granting of an economic development incentive to Rootsii, LLC for a sweet potato milk development project. The Watauga County Economic Development Commission (EDC) is recommending the use of funds from the EDC Capital Improvement Plan. The request is to provide $12,000 to fund the construction of a concrete slab to support the installation of the walk-in cooler. The public benefit for this request is that a viable manufacturer will provide local jobs with the expectation of substantial job growth in the near future. The proposed incentive will be subject to conditions established by the Watauga County EDC and Board of Commissioners. All interested persons are invited to attend the public hearing. Additional information regarding the proposed economic development incentive may be obtained from the Office of the County Manager during normal business hours by calling (828) 265-8000.
08/20/2026 - Watauga Economic Development Commission Meeting Notice
The Watauga Economic Development Commission will meet Thursday August 20th at 1:00 PM in Seven Devils Town Hall, 157 Seven Devils Road.
01/01/2027 - Preparation for the 2027 Revaluation
Preparation for the 2027 Revaluation is currently underway with every property in Watauga County to be visited by an appraiser. The field reviews are conducted to ensure the data of the property reflects accurately in the county tax records. As a part of this review, all residential and commercial properties will be digitally photographed to ensure that all improvements can be compared consistently and uniformly, as well as to validate property addresses and locations to assist emergency services. Staff will be driving vehicles with door magnets attached identifying them as Watauga County Appraisal. Appraisers will be wearing a safety vest and lanyard with a photo ID Badge attached. As part of their appraisal, they will be knocking on doors to advise the owner that they are there and ask a couple of questions. If no one is home, the appraiser will leave a door hanger to let the owner know the property was visited by staff. Should you have any questions as to the identity of the individual at your home please contact the Tax Office at 828-265-8021.