City of Asheville to begin debris removal operations at the North Fork watershed
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.
Rankin Avenue Garage to Fully Reopen; Full Closure of Wall Street Parking Garage to start September 25
Rankin Garage gets ready to provide full capacity again - allowing essential work to continue on Wall St. parking garage
City of Asheville requests public feedback on Draft Helene Recovery Plan
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.
FEMA Obligates $11 Million in Recovery Funding for Asheville
The City of Asheville announces today that approximately $11 million in additional federal funding has been approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support recovery efforts following the impacts of Tropical Storm Helene. These funds will be directed toward critical water system projects that will help protect the city’s watershed and strengthen long-term community resilience.
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at September 9 Council Meeting
At the September 9 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.
City of Asheville concludes storm debris management at Enka Commerce Park
After processing 1,044,240 cubic yards of storm debris, operations at Enka Commerce Park were completed on September 4, and the site has been restored to its original condition.
City of Asheville announces partial reopening of Rankin Avenue Garage and partial closure of Wall Street Garage starting September 1
Repairs on track for early October completion in both Rankin and Wall Street garages.
City of Asheville announces a public-private partnership for the development of an Arts & Entertainment facility
Asheville takes definitive steps toward realizing a new large-scale arts and entertainment facility.
Asheville City Council Approves Changes to Micromobility Ordinance
Asheville City Council approved updates to the City’s micromobility ordinance at their regularly scheduled meeting on August 26, 2025, paving the way for expanded use of personal micromobility devices within City limits. These changes are part of a broader effort to provide safe, affordable, and accessible transportation options for all who travel in and around Asheville.
City Council approves Ordinance amendment addressing panhandling in high traffic zones
Asheville City Council, in the August 26 formal meeting, approved amending the City Ordinance which addresses panhandling and solicitation in high traffic zones by increasing the size of one such zone in the central business district, and adding additional high traffic zones on and around Haywood Road and Patton Avenue.
City of Asheville continues search to find the next City Manager; Invites community to participate in survey
The City of Asheville continues its nationwide search as we move toward the retirement of current City Manager Debra Campbell at the end of this year.
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at August 26 Council Meeting
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 and needs. Below is a list of the items, grouped by topic or category, actions, and impacts.
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