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Posted on August 27, 2025 by asheville_recovers_admin
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
The next meeting of the Asheville City Council will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday, August 26, in the Council Chamber on the 2nd Floor of City Hall, 70 Court
The City of Asheville has completed debris removal at Riverside Cemetery as part of ongoing restoration efforts following Tropical Storm Helene. We are grateful for the community’s patience and understanding
Question: Recent news has questioned the future of the River Arts District (RAD) and whether the City is considering its relocation. We understand these headlines caused concern and are pleased
The City of Asheville invites the public to attend a free, public presentation on the Asheville Region Housing Needs Assessment, presented by researcher Patrick Bowen of Bowen National Research. Patrick’s
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has completed waterway debris removal operations within Asheville city limits. This milestone marks the removal of debris that posed an immediate threat to
The week of July 27 was busy for City of Asheville staff and community members as they met with national experts in economics, land use, and sustainability, who were in
The N.C. Department of Transportation is resuming intercity bus service in downtown Asheville nearly a year after it was suspended due to Hurricane Helene. The service will be operated by
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
Asheville Parks & Recreation Director D. Tyrell McGirt shares this update on parks recovery. As we welcome August, I am filled with gratitude for the resilience and mountain spirit that
The City of Asheville is moving forward with restoration efforts at Riverside Cemetery, with debris removal work scheduled to begin Monday, July 21. Crews will be on site Monday through
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
When Hurricane Helene swept through Asheville, it left a powerful mark on our community—including our riverfront parks and facilities. Greenways were washed out, playgrounds were torn apart, buildings were destroyed,
The City of Asheville will host an Advisory Services Panel from the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to provide recommendations on strategies for post-disaster economic recovery and long-term resiliency. The ULI
Asheville City Council unanimously approved the $256.36 million budget for the fiscal year 2026 at their regular meeting on June 10. The spending plan includes a robust Capital Improvement Plan