Asheville Water Resources Director David Melton has accepted a position as Water and Wastewater Director of the Water Service Department in Rock Hill, S.C. and will leave the City of Asheville August 1. During his tenure with the City of Asheville, David has been instrumental in managing several projects that will have long lasting impacts on [...]
Asheville Parks & Recreation administration offices and community centers are closed for a staff retreat as part of Park and Recreation Professionals Day on Friday, July 18, 2025. During this time, there may be a delay in returning phone calls and emails. For the quickest response to non-emergency issues, park visitors should use the [...]
The Asheville Municipal Golf Course has teamed up with Chris Dickerson, professional disc golf player and the 2020 U.S. Disc Golf Champion to design a championship-length, 18-hole disc golf course utilizing the front nine area of the Asheville Municipal Golf Course located at 226 Fairview Drive.
The City of Asheville has announced the temporary closure of the municipal pool at Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center to ensure the immediate safety of all visitors and staff. This difficult decision was made after multiple incidents created significant safety concerns at the facility, including a recent incident involving a firearm. All [...]
City Council meetings are open to all members of the public. Come in person, watch a live stream or view it at your convenience by accessing the recordings on the City of Asheville YouTube channel
Looking to share your thoughts on Asheville’s parks, community centers, and recreation opportunities? Join Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) Director D. Tyrell McGirt for casual “Park Bench Chats,” offering one-on-one or small group conversations.
Our offices will be closed Thursday, June 19, but regular hours resume the next day. Water plant production staff and Emergency Services personnell operate on a normal schedule on any oberserved holiday.
Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? Do you want to influence decisions regarding policy, service and education? If you’ve answered yes, then it’s time to take that initial step forward and put your perspective, leadership and knowledge to task by serving on one of the many boards/commissions the [...]
There have been an increasing number of emails from at least four local governments in North Carolina with suspicious documents attached over the last several weeks. Be very suspicious of any emails with a document attached. In today’s interconnected world, the threat of cybercrime is ever-present. Malicious actors are constantly evolving their tactics, and one of [...]
As part of their 100 Years of Wild centennial celebration, City of Asheville Mayor EstherManheimer has proclaimed May 30, 2025 as WNC Nature Center Day in honor of the opening of Recreation Park Zoo in 1925 and recognition of the WNC Nature Center’s contribution to the conservation and biodiversity of the Southern Appalachian region and its [...]
The 2025 Memorial Day Ceremony will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 26 at the Western North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, 926 West Old Highway 70, Black Mountain, N.C.
Asheville Fire Department recognized once again for excellence in service.