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City of Asheville launches ART Comprehensive Operational Analysis to enhance public transit

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Jessica Hughes

The City of Asheville is launching the ART Comprehensive Operational Analysis, a strategic initiative to improve transit services and align resources with community needs. The plan will evaluate ridership data, demographic trends, and roadway conditions to develop short and long-term recommendations for Asheville Rides Transit (ART). Jarrett Walker & Associates, a nationally-recognized transit planning firm, [...]

Asheville Downtown Improvement District announces board nominations are now open

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Jessica Hughes

The City of Asheville has contracted with the Asheville Downtown Improvement District (ADID) to execute the scope of work associated with the newly established Business Improvement District following a thorough Request for Proposal (RFP) process. As ADID moves forward with its mission to enhance the vibrancy and economic vitality of Downtown Asheville, the Interim Board of [...]

Truck City AVL returns to showcase the vehicles that keep Asheville running – including many vital to storm recovery

Posted on March 10, 2025 by Christy Edwards

Vehicles and heavy equipment used by City of Asheville departments such as police, fire, public works, sanitation, water, parks and recreation, transit, and street services play a vital role in maintaining our city, public safety, parks and community centers, and water and transportation systems. These specialized vehicles and the teams that operate them have been [...]

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What’s Up AVL! This week learn more about the CDBG-DR draft action plan with James Shelton

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Kim Miller

What’s Up AVL! The City of Asheville’s bi-monthly radio show allows the community to take a deep dive with the City of Asheville staff and departments. You can learn about different departments and what projects are taking place in your community. On this episode, host Sam Parada visits again with James Shelton, City of Asheville Community Development Division [...]

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City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: March 11, 2025

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Kim Miller

City Council Meetings, come participate or watch the live stream - Tuesday, March 11 5:00pm

City of Asheville releases CDBG-DR Draft Action Plan, invites public to provide feedback through public comment

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Sam Parada

The City of Asheville hosted a series of public meetings in February to gather input which was used to help create the Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program Draft Action Plan. Thanks to the public’s participation, the Draft Action Plan outlines unmet needs caused by Hurricane Helene within the city limits as [...]

Free WiFi now available on ART transit buses

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Christy Edwards

The City of Asheville is excited to announce that free WiFi is now available on all Asheville Rides Transit (ART) buses, making it easier for riders to stay connected while on the go. This new service is part of the City’s ongoing commitment to enhancing public transportation and improving the rider experience and is implemented [...]

Hiawassee Street temporarily repaved, roadway reopened

Posted on March 3, 2025 by Jessica Hughes

The City of Asheville completed temporary repaving on Hiawassee Street between Rankin Avenue and North Lexington Avenue, restoring smoother access for motorists and pedestrians. This work was necessary in the interim while planning continues for a permanent upgrade to the utility and stormwater systems. City staff are actively coordinating with utility partners to finalize designs and [...]

Mardi Gras Parade returns on Sunday, March 2

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Kim Miller

Animalia fun returns to downtown Asheville on Sunday, March 2, 2025. As our community comes together to Let the Good Times Roll, there will be route and traffic impacts. Times and Routes 10:00 a.m. Line up and float assembly begins on Southside Avenue between Biltmore and Short Coxe Avenue 3:05 p.m. Traditional Step Off The parade will enter [...]