What we do Last updated or reviewed on May 2, 2023 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. It seeks the best ways for the City to communicate its priorities and achieve its policy objectives, and designs public education and community outreach initiatives to inform 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 Receive City News in your inbox! 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 Festival of Neighborhoods to bring community connection and family fun to Asheville on September 30 Posted on September 18, 2023September 19, 2023 by Kim Miller The Neighborhood Advisory Committee invites all of Asheville to gather for a day filled with neighborly interaction, learning, and fun for the whole family at the Festival of Neighbohoods - Sept. 30 . This event is aimed at bringing together neighbors from all corners of Asheville with the primary goal of strengthening the bond between residents, neighborhood associations, and local organizations to create a harmonious and thriving community. September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Get to know the resources available to you Posted on September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 by Kim Miller In the event of an emergency, you need to know where you can turn for information, advice, or even a helping hand. There are resources, both locally and nationally, to help you weather any storm. Who’s up this week on What’s Up AVL! Neighborhood Advisory Committee Members Posted on September 14, 2023September 15, 2023 by Kim Miller Check out who's on What's up AVL! this week as members of the Neighborhood Advisory Committee tell us about all the food, fun and festivities planned for the Festival of Neighborhoods taking place Sept. 30. Explore Communication and Public Engagement News
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Festival of Neighborhoods to bring community connection and family fun to Asheville on September 30 Posted on September 18, 2023September 19, 2023 by Kim Miller The Neighborhood Advisory Committee invites all of Asheville to gather for a day filled with neighborly interaction, learning, and fun for the whole family at the Festival of Neighbohoods - Sept. 30 . This event is aimed at bringing together neighbors from all corners of Asheville with the primary goal of strengthening the bond between residents, neighborhood associations, and local organizations to create a harmonious and thriving community.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Get to know the resources available to you Posted on September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 by Kim Miller In the event of an emergency, you need to know where you can turn for information, advice, or even a helping hand. There are resources, both locally and nationally, to help you weather any storm.
Who’s up this week on What’s Up AVL! Neighborhood Advisory Committee Members Posted on September 14, 2023September 15, 2023 by Kim Miller Check out who's on What's up AVL! this week as members of the Neighborhood Advisory Committee tell us about all the food, fun and festivities planned for the Festival of Neighborhoods taking place Sept. 30.