At the Feb 24, 2026 City Council meeting, Council members take action or are presented information on multiple agenda items that warrant special attention due to their scope, impact, or public interest. These items address key areas affecting residents, operations, and community development. Each demonstrates the Council’s focus on transparency, accountability, and thoughtful decision-making.
Complete details on all agenda items and actions are available in the official meeting materials available on the City of Asheville website and a complete recording of the session is available on the City of Asheville YouTube channel.
Consent Agenda
Consent Item B: Approved
Resolution ratifying the execution of all necessary documents with the Housing Assistance Corporation to provide HOME funding in the amount of $940,000 for the development of the Apple Ridge affordable rental housing construction project in Henderson County; and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Staff report related to consent item B
“This $940,000 allocation of federal HUD HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds provides the final financing necessary to move the Apple Ridge project forward,” said Community Development Division Manager James Shelton. “By ratifying this agreement, the City is ensuring the development of 60 affordable rental units to help address the current housing shortage in the Asheville area.”
Consent Item H: Approved
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to accept the Fiscal Year 2024 Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency; and adoption of a budget amendment in the amount of $74,949.10 authorizing the Asheville Fire Department to expend grant funds for wildland personal protective equipment.
Staff report related to consent item H
“We are grateful to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for awarding the Asheville Fire Department this Assistance to Firefighters Grant,” said Fire Chief Mike Cayse. “These funds will be instrumental in purchasing essential wildland personal protective equipment, significantly enhancing the safety of our firefighters and the community as we address the risks associated with wildland fires.”
New Business
Public comment on Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget: Slide Presentation to council