During the October 14 council meeting, it became evident that a social district fails to achieve a delicate balance as an activation strategy, and therefore, it will not be pursued at this time.
At the October 14 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 and needs. This article contains a list of the items, grouped by topic or category, actions, and impacts.
NEW - The application period for community members to apply to serve on four newly formed Helene Recovery Boards has been EXTENDED to 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 21
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.
The City of Asheville announced today that Richmond Hill Park will begin a phased reopening following extensive damage and debris removal operations from Tropical Storm Helene and other severe weather events.
Starting this week, Sanitation crews will collect brush trimmings only for two weeks and then, on October 20, switch to leaf collection only for two weeks. This alternating cycle will continue until January 16th, 2026.
The City of Asheville is sharing an update on the temporary water pre-treatment systems installed at the North Fork and DeBruhl water treatment plants after Hurricane Helene. These systems will remain in place and operational through at least November 30, 2025, thanks to continued funding support from FEMA.
When emergencies strike, every second counts. Having a well-stocked emergency kit readily available can make all the difference in ensuring the safety of you and your loved ones.
The City of Asheville will begin storm debris removal operations in the waterways and roads of the North Fork Reservoir beginning within the next few weeks.
On this Hurricane Helene milestone episode, host Sam Parada is joined by Trey Irby, Neighborhood Services Specialist; Kiera Bulan, Sustainability Director; and Pastor Charles Martin to discuss resiliency within the community during Helene and programs for neighborhood resiliency.
Asheville Muni Disc Golf Course will be temporarily closed from September 22 through October 3rd to allow for the replacement of a natural gas line running through the course area that was damaged during Tropical Storm Helene. The Muni Golf course will remain open at this time.
In response to last year’s devastation from Tropical Storm Helene, Buncombe County and its municipal partners, including the City of Asheville, have developed the draft Helene Recovery Plan. Learn more about what participants identified as top priorities, and view the plan.
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