What’s Up AVL! this week with Homeless Strategy Specialist Sydney Monshaw
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Key Findings from the 2025 Bicycle + Pedestrian Count and Greenway User Surveys
The 2025 Bicycle & Pedestrian Count and Greenway User Survey reports are now available! The Bicycle & Pedestrian Counts and Greenway User Surveys take place each year during the second week of September.
Stronger Together: Stories from AVL’s neighborhoods post-Helene
As Helene recovery continues to unfold, strengthening our ability to withstand and bounce back from future disruptions, our community continues to reflect on the ways that we came together as neighbors. As part of the reflection, city staff spent time interviewing community members to understand what happened in the aftermath of Helene and how people responded.
City of Asheville Invites Public Feedback on French Broad and Azalea Riverfront Recovery Projects
Interested in Asheville's riverside recovery? Come to the Drop-in Open House: meet both of the project teams, learn more about each project’s goals, and provide input that will guide design principles moving forward.
APR Innovators: Christin King
APR Innovators is an Asheville Parks & Recreation series highlighting team members going above and beyond to bring huge value to community members through knowledge, connections, and insight that come from a desire to create the best city possible through the power of high-quality recreation programs and safe parks that welcome everyone.
Goats, Fire, and Science: Vegetation Management in Asheville’s Parks Builds Resiliency
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to keep Asheville’s parks beautiful, healthy, and thriving for people, plants, and animals? Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) uses a variety of tools and techniques to manage diverse plant life in the city’s public recreation spaces – ranging from goats to controlled fire.
Be Part of the Process: Community Members Wanted for Boards & Commissions
Applications are open for several Boards and Commissions - Be a part of the process!
Harrah’s Cherokee Center- Asheville, Explore Asheville and Regional Sports Commission announce 10-year Championship Events partnership
Major annoucement by Southern Conference brngs 10 more years of collegiant sport excellence to Asheville
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at November 18 Council Meeting
Recordings of all City Council meetings are available on the City of Asheville YouTube channel
City of Asheville launches engagement survey for Urban Forest Master Plan
Calling all community members -- participate in Asheville's urban canopy future -- share your feedback in the Urban Forest Master Plan engagement survey!
Come Take Part in the City’s Holiday Free Store!
Do you have items cluttering your home that are still in good condition? Or are you looking for some free items ahead of the holidays? If so, come to the City’s Holiday Free Store on Dec 13 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center.
Back for 2025! Join the fun at the Asheville Holiday Parade Saturday, November 22
Come enjoy the return of an Asheville tradition! Join us for the 79th Holiday Parade