City of Asheville offices close Nov. 27 & 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday
City offices will be closed to oberve the Thanksgiving Holiday. The City wishes all in our community a safe and festive holiday.
Department: Water
Neighborhood Water Line Enhancement Projects Area 7
This project area includes the Beacon Village area in Swannanoa and Joyner Avenue in west Asheville.
City of Asheville offices to close Tuesday, Nov. 11 and Veterans Day Ceremony
City Offices will be closed to Nov. 11 to observe Veterans Day
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at October 28 Council Meeting
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Asheville Asks: Why did I receive a notification that my water service will be cut off?
While most customers have since resumed regular payments for utility services; some have not paid their bills since before Hurricane Helene, which occurred a year ago. Beginning in early November, customers who have outstanding balances will be notified of water service cuts.
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at October 14 Council Meeting
At the October 14 City Council meeting, Council members undertook consideration of several Helene Recovery agenda items as the City and community continue to move forward with recovery related projects and needs. This article contains a list of the items, grouped by topic or category, actions, and impacts.
Temporary water pre-treatment systems to remain operational through November
The City of Asheville is sharing an update on the temporary water pre-treatment systems installed at the North Fork and DeBruhl water treatment plants after Hurricane Helene. These systems will remain in place and operational through at least November 30, 2025, thanks to continued funding support from FEMA.
City of Asheville to begin debris removal operations at the North Fork watershed
The City of Asheville will begin storm debris removal operations in the waterways and roads of the North Fork Reservoir beginning within the next few weeks.
FEMA Obligates $11 Million in Recovery Funding for Asheville
The City of Asheville announces today that approximately $11 million in additional federal funding has been approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support recovery efforts following the impacts of Tropical Storm Helene. These funds will be directed toward critical water system projects that will help protect the city’s watershed and strengthen long-term community resilience.
City takes opportunity to offer thanks during last Buncombe County Helene community briefing
In the last Hurricane Helene community briefing hosted by Buncombe county, City representatives and the Mayor take time to give thanks.
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at August 26 Council Meeting
At the August 26 City Council meeting, Council members undertook consideration of several Helene Recovery agenda items as the City and community continue to move forward with recovery related projects and needs. Below is a list of the items, grouped by topic or category, actions, and impacts.
Bill Hart to serve as Interim Water Resources Director
Bill Hart, Water Production Division Manager, will serve as Interim Water Resources Director following the departure of David Melton.