Building Back City Owned Assets and Infrastructure

Restoring City-owned infrastructure through the FEMA Public Assistance Program

The City of Asheville experienced an estimated $1 billion in damage to City-owned property and assets due to Helene. This includes extensive damage to City-owned parks, streets, buildings, utilities, and other vital assets and infrastructure. Rebuilding will be a massive undertaking, and this is not something the City can fund on its own. Federal and [...]

2024 Infrastructure Milestones

Investing in Community Infrastructure: 2024 Progress & 2025 Outlook

While 2024 brought an unimaginably difficult ending (looking at you, Helene), still much was accomplished. From accessible sidewalks to public restrooms to playgrounds, the City of Asheville continues to invest in the quality of life for our community. Read on to find out about infrastructure improvements made throughout the city in 2024 and what’s in [...]

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Asheville Police urge public to avoid closed parks and flood-affected areas

The Asheville Police Department urges residents and visitors to avoid parks and flood-affected areas impacted by Hurricane Helene, as they remain unsafe due to significant hazards. Flood damage across the city has left many parks and trails unsafe, with risks including damaged infrastructure, unstable ground, hidden debris, poor lighting, and the absence of public facilities. Some [...]

City of Asheville reflects on 2024 and looks ahead towards 2025

The aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene tested Asheville in ways no one could have anticipated. Yet, through adversity, the community’s unwavering dedication and resilience shone brighter than ever. “With every challenge came an opportunity to rise, and rise we did,” said Debra Campbell. “We, as a community, stepped up with extraordinary dedication, creativity, and compassion. We [...]

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