What we do Last updated or reviewed on February 26, 2026 The Communication & Public Engagement Department (CAPE) is responsible for the city’s strategic communications and coordination of public engagement efforts. Communication responsibilities include media relations, community relations, intergovernmental relations and internal communications. We seek the best ways for the City to communicate its priorities and achieve its policy objectives, and design public participation initiatives to inform and engage citizens and the media about City services, programs and policy. CAPE is also responsible for leading, coordinating or supporting efforts between City of Asheville departments, outside partner agencies and consultants. With a commitment to equity, professionalism, innovation and best practices, the City’s public engagement efforts seek to maximize participant access, understanding and experience. External Communication Internal Communication Media Relations Neighborhood Services On-Demand City Council Recordings Public Engagement Efforts Sign up for AVL Alerts online for information from the City of Asheville. AVL ! ALERT Connect Address 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801 Mailing Address PO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802 Phone Number 828-259-5981 Email Address kmiller2@ashevillenc.gov Business HoursMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.DirectorDawa HitchAdditional LinksStaff Directory Related Services Sign up for city e-newsletter Click to read more. Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov. Explore Related ServicesCommunication and Public Engagement News City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: April 14, 2026 Posted on April 10, 2026April 10, 2026 by Kim Miller Be informed in 2026! All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel Community Invited to April 18 Conversation on Resilience Hubs Posted on April 7, 2026April 7, 2026 by Kim Miller Join the conversation: Community is invited to a conversation about resilience hubs - Saturday, April 18 10-3:00 p.m. -- Drop In! City of Asheville invites you to celebrate Arbor Day in the River Arts District (RAD)! Posted on March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 by Kim Miller Come for the trees, stay for the art! Celebrate Arbor Day in the RAD on Saturday, April 11, 2026 by taking part in fun educational activities and give aways Then support our partners at the River Arts District Sip and Shop Explore Communication and Public Engagement News
Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: April 14, 2026 Posted on April 10, 2026April 10, 2026 by Kim Miller Be informed in 2026! All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel
Community Invited to April 18 Conversation on Resilience Hubs Posted on April 7, 2026April 7, 2026 by Kim Miller Join the conversation: Community is invited to a conversation about resilience hubs - Saturday, April 18 10-3:00 p.m. -- Drop In!
City of Asheville invites you to celebrate Arbor Day in the River Arts District (RAD)! Posted on March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 by Kim Miller Come for the trees, stay for the art! Celebrate Arbor Day in the RAD on Saturday, April 11, 2026 by taking part in fun educational activities and give aways Then support our partners at the River Arts District Sip and Shop
