The Town of Mt. Airy council will hold a called meeting Monday, Jan. 12, with votes expected on the town’s 2026 operating budget and a proposed farm winery ordinance.The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at Mt. Airy Town Hall.
Council members are expected to vote on a resolution adopting the fiscal year 2026 operating budget, following a public hearing and discussion earlier this month. As outlined during the Jan. 5 meeting, the proposed budget includes a $61,892 increase in expenses compared to last yea. The increase stems from higher insurance premiums and inflationary cost increases.
The council will also take up farm winery regulations, including the second and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 5 of the town code. The proposal has been under discussion for several months as town officials work to clarify licensing and operational standards for farm wineries within Mt. Airy.
In addition, council members are expected to consider an amendment to the town’s fee schedule to add a farm winery license fee if the ordinance is approved.
The agenda for the called meeting is limited to the budget resolution, farm winery ordinance, related fee changes, and routine procedural items.
The meeting follows recent council action swearing in a new mayor and setting priorities for the coming year, including long-term financial planning and economic development initiatives tied to agritourism.
