September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Make a Plan
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. Taking time to make a plan now can lessen the impact an emergency has on you, your friends, family, and community.
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City of Asheville and community commemorates 25th anniversary of September 11 with morning ceremony
City Staff and members of the community gather to pay tribute at the 25th anniversary of 9-11 ceremony in downtown Asheville
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Be in the Know
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. Taking time to prepare now can lessen the impact an emergency has on you, your friends, family, and community.
City of Asheville Commemorates 25th Anniversary of September 11th with Special Ceremony
The City of Asheville invites all members of the public to join us as we mark 25 years since the September 11th attacks with a remembrance ceremony on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026.
City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day
City offices will be closed Monday, september 7 to observe the Labor Day holiday. Find out more on any City provided services you may use.
Actions and presentations at the August 25, Asheville City Council Meeting
Helene recovery continues and amendments to the UDO brings an opportunity for more diverse housing at the latest City Council meeting
Actions and presentations at the July 28, Asheville City Council Meeting
At Asheville City Council July 28, council members took considered and took action items ranging from Helene related demolition, affordable housing related home repair policy, a presentation of the ART Draft Plan to a donation for the preservation and restoration of City Hall chimes. Learn more about the actions that are important to you.
Construction to begin on an Infrastructure and Restoration Project for Downtown Municipal Building
Following Council approval at its June 23 meeting a repair and restoration project for the downtown Municipal Building, which serves as the headquarters for Asheville Police Department (APD) and houses Fire Station 1, will begin this summer.
Actions and presentations at the May 12, Asheville City Council Meeting
At the May 12 City council meeting, Council members were presented multiple agenda items related to Helene recovery projects, community safety, affordable housing, and a presentation of the proposed FY27 budget by City Manager Wesley.
Actions and presentations at the April 14 Asheville City Council Meeting
At the April 14 City Council meeting, Council members took action and were presented information on multiple agenda items related to public safety funding, web accessibility, and ordinance amendments.
Joint Statement from Mayor Esther Manheimer and Interim Police Chief Jackie Stepp regarding recent gun violence
The Asheville Police Department is actively investigating these incidents. In addition, the APD is collaborating with its federal, state, and local partners, focusing on identifying and prosecuting repeat violent gun offenders. The APD has also increased police presence in areas where gun violence has occurred.
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