Yancey in top 25% of NC Counties by Prosperity Index
Yancey in top 3% of Counties for Tourism Economy Growth
Year over Year Population Growth, Yancey in Top Tier of Rural NC Counties for Growth
Percentage of Yancey Students who Receive a Degree or Credential versus 49% of Peer NC Counties
Burnsville, NC is a small community nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The region has a pioneering spirit and welcoming attitude – toward people and business. When you expand or relocate your business here, you join a community rich with opportunity, innovation and economic vibrancy.
Yancey County is an ideal place to live, work, and play. Natural beauty, a clean and safe living environment, quality schools and healthcare, a thriving art community, opportunities for spiritual development, and excellent shopping are a few of our distinguishing qualities.
– Establish a network of volunteers who have the experience needed to mentor local entrepreneurs.
– Educate business owners about the most effective marketing and networking techniques.
– Collaborate with Yancey County schools and youth based organizations to expand entrepreneurial learning opportunities for students.
– Ensure that a variety of funding options are available for local entrepreneurs.
The Yancey County Board of Commissioners recognizes the need to financially support businesses that contribute to tax base development, employer diversification, and job creation. The Yancey County Local Business Investment Grant Program provides this support.
Read about the Yancey County Local Business Investment Grant Program:
Yancey County Local Business Incentive PDF | Application PDF
Read about the Yancey EDC Downtown Entrepreneurship Assistance Program:
Because Yancey County is a Tier 2 county, the North Carolina Department of Commerce provides incentives and tax consideration to qualifying businesses in the area.
One North Carolina Fund – Money from this fund can be used for repairs, acquisition of equipment, and infrastructure improvements (water, sewer, gas, electric).
Job Development Investment Grants (JDIG) are annual grants to businesses based on withholding taxes paid by new employees. Companies must meet rigorous guidelines to qualify for these grants.
Workforce Development and Training is offered through the North Carolina Department of Commerce and is available at Mayland Community College.
RURAL BUILDING REUSE GRANT FUND
This program provides grants to local governments, using three categories of funding for:
The renovation of vacant buildings
MEET THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Yancey County Planning & Economic Director Jamie McMahan is responsible for overseeing all planning and economic development projects. His duties include planning for all capital improvements, public utility and infrastructure projects, management of capital project financing and fund raising for Yancey County Government and subsidiary organizations.
MEET THE BOARD
Chair: Jon Ray
Vice Chair: Warren Bare
Secretary: Schell McCall
Treasurer: Erica Deaton
County Commissioner: Jill Austin
Burnsville Town Council Member: Heather Hockaday
Member: Cynthia Deyton
Member: Jim Ashton
Member: Jim McQueen