This award provided funding to Mayland Community College (MCC) to assist with renovation of a former coliseum to create the Three Peaks Enrichment Center. This multimillion-dollar project in Spruce Pine received state support and included several elements. The project included renovation of a hotel to be operated by the College. MCC also planned to use the center to provided education and workforce training. The College also relocated its small business services to the center, supporting the growth of entrepreneurs and small businesses which are a major industry sector in the region. Golden LEAF previously awarded funding for MCC’s Resource Center for Entrepreneurs, also housed at Three Peaks. The college expected that the renovated center would result in an increase of 29 students completing curriculum programs annually, as well as an increase in the number of students enrolled in continuing education programs. Golden LEAF funding for this project was used for the purchase and installation of an HVAC system and chill tower to support the portions of the building dedicated to education and workforce programs.
