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 [...]
Asheville City Council is launching a new structure for Council Committees to strengthen transparency, streamline decision-making, and better connect advisory board efforts with Helene recovery. This new model also includes a roadmap to re-engage advisory Boards and Commissions, ensuring that community voices continue to play a central role in recovery efforts. This roadmap includes a phased [...]
The City of Asheville would like to keep you informed about the latest updates regarding the City’s advisory and quasi-judicial boards. Advisory Board update Effective immediately, all advisory boards staffed by City employees will remain suspended until further direction following the City Council retreat, in mid-February 2025. We will provide updates as new information [...]
The City of Asheville currently has openings on various committees. Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? If yes, take that initial step forward and put your perspective, leadership, and knowledge to task by serving on a Board or Commission. For descriptions and additional information about each board, please [...]
Looking for a way to get involved in local government and play a part in shaping the future of Asheville? Serving on a City of Asheville board or commission is a great place to start. Through a variety of boards and commissions established by Asheville City Council, citizens can provide input on the policies that shape [...]
The City of Asheville’s Neighborhood Advisory Committee is excited to announce the initiation of a monthly Volunteer Spotlight program, aiming to honor the exceptional individuals who make significant contributions to their local community. Nominations for outstanding neighborhood volunteers will be accepted on a rolling basis. Each month, one volunteer will be [...]
The proposal for the FY25 fee schedule was presented at the Policy, Finance, and HR Committee on March 12, 2024. The proposal, including adjustments to the parking fees that would go into effect July 1, 2024, will be presented at the Asheville City Council meeting on [...]
City of Asheville announces a NEW dedicated platform to report any challenges encountered while accessing or participating in City public meetings.
The Carter-Ann-Patton stormwater project continues to move forward. In a continued effort to keep the community informed, here are the latest updates. Trees were removed between N. Ann St. and Clingman Ave. These trees will be replaced with species more suited to thrive in an urban setting. Exploratory work at/around the French Broad and Patton intersection has [...]
What’s Up AVL! The City of Asheville’s bi-monthly radio show gives the community the chance to take a deep dive with the City of Asheville staff and departments. Learn about different departments and what projects are taking place in your community. This week, the City of Asheville host Sam Parada will sit down with City of Asheville staff [...]
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
The next scheduled meeting for the Community Reparations Commission is Monday, March 20, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at Harrah’s Cherokee Center Banquet Hall at 87 Haywood Street. The Commission meeting agenda will be posted at this link You can plan ahead by referring to the 2023 monthly meeting [...]