Asheville asks: How can I report a pothole?
Got a pothole problem or question? Check out the City of Asheville "report a pothole in a city street" page.
Downtown Safety and Cleanliness News: Helping the community’s most vulnerable this winter with additional resources
As cold weather continues in our region, many community members ask what can be done to help the most vulnerable among us? The City of Asheville believes addressing homelessness is a community effort, but knowing the available resources is a great place to start. The City’s Homeless Strategy Division, which falls under the Community and [...]
City of Asheville invites community to Broadway Public Safety Station uncoupling ceremony on December 14, 2023
City of Asheville invites community to Broadway Public Safety Station uncoupling ceremony on December 14, 2023
Downtown Cleanliness and Safety News: Updates on the Carter-Ann-Patton stormwater improvement project
The Carter-Ann-Patton stormwater project continues to move forward. In a continued effort to keep the community informed, here are the latest updates. Trees were removed between N. Ann St. and Clingman Ave. These trees will be replaced with species more suited to thrive in an urban setting. Exploratory work at/around the French Broad and Patton intersection has [...]
Downtown News: See the latest news and updates from City leaders
Our thriving community is built upon the collective efforts of residents, business owners, and visitors. We invite you to be an active participant in this partnership by discovering how you can contribute to the safety and cleanliness of our downtown. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that our community's values and vision are reflected in the heart of our city.
City of Asheville announces Broadway Public Safety Station gets occupancy approval
Asheville Fire Department (AFD) assigned firefighters today began a transition to the new Broadway Public Safety Station (BPSS) located at 316 Broadway St. Permission to occupy the new facility was granted on November 1, 2023. BPSS is a state-of-the-art facility designed to bring together the collective expertise of both the AFD and the Asheville Police Department [...]
Winter preparedness: Asheville’s guide to staying safe and cozy
As the days grow shorter and the chill in the air deepens, it's time to gear up for winter preparedness in the beautiful city of Asheville.
City of Asheville shares dashboards, data resources related to downtown safety and cleanliness
After a 60-day safety and cleanliness initiative in the spring of 2023, City departments continued focused efforts to support a safe and welcoming downtown and are collaborating on new ways to deliver and track services with maximum impact. Are you interested in following our progress? Sign up for monthly updates here.
Code Purple program goes into effect October 15, 2023
The Code Purple program kicks off this year on October 15, 2023 and runs through April 30, 2024.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: A community approach can save lives
The true first responders in any emergency are the everyday people living and working in their communities. Making an emergency plan together with your neighbors or neighborhood organization can have positive outcomes, including saving lives.
Asheville Asks: What are some Emergency Preparedness tips and resources?
September is Emergency Preparedness Month. Take time to prepare yourself, your family and your home before you face an emergency
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Get to know the resources available to you
In the event of an emergency, you need to know where you can turn for information, advice, or even a helping hand. There are resources, both locally and nationally, to help you weather any storm.