April 6, 2026 Morganton City Council Meeting

The City of Morganton held its regular City Council meeting on April 6, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. Key procurement actions included the approval of a contract award to Stewart McKe General Contractors of Morganton for the Kataba Meadows Park maintenance building replacement project, valued at approximately $2.93 million including contingency. The project consolidates two hurricane-damaged buildings into one and is funded in part by a $4.5 million FEMA obligation. The council also approved a budget amendment to accept a $374,000 grant from the NC Great Trails State Grant Program for basketball goal repairs at Mountain View Gym. Additionally, amendments were approved for the single-family housing stimulus program and the Main Street loan program to support housing and small business development, including updated loan default and job creation requirements. The council discussed disaster recovery Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding opportunities, including infrastructure and neighborhood revitalization projects, with plans for multiple future public hearings. The meeting also included appointments to various boards and commissions and proclamations recognizing National Lineman Appreciation Day and Local News Day.