New Fire Station coming to Oakley: Public invited to learn about and share input on the project
Get involved! Join us at the Nov. 17 drop-in community event to learn about a project to replace Asheville’s Fire Station 9 in Oakley.
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at October 14 Council Meeting
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.
Wall Street Parking Garage Set to Reopen By October 11 Following Completion of Major Structural Work
The Wall Street Parking Garage officially reopens all levels by Saturday, October 11, thanks to the successful completion of vital structural repairs. The completion of the repairs fulfills the City’s commitment to have all four parking garages fully open for peak leaf season.
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
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.
What’s Up AVL looks at how City facilities were used during Tropical Storm Helene
Chris Corl, Director of Community and Regional Facilities, and Walter Ear, Interim Director of Capital Management, talk about how the City utilized its facilities during Helene, - from using Harrah's as a short-term shelter and water distribution hub, to how the City's Fire facilities helped first responders act quickly.
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 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 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.
Community open house announced for September 23 to review design of new pool in West Asheville
Community members are invited to view the design for Malvern Hills Park’s new swimming pool and provide input directly to the project team at an open house hosted by the City of Asheville at West Asheville Park (198 Vermont Ave.) from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23.
Burton Street Community Celebrates Legacy with Annual Ag Fair and New Playground Ribbon Cutting
Community members are invited to celebrate the vibrant legacy of the historic Burton Street neighborhood and the spirit of civic leader Edward W. Pearson at the annual Burton Street Ag Fair from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 6.
City of Asheville takes a step towards better pedestrian connectivity with West Patton Avenue Sidewalk project
Construction has officially begun on the West Patton Avenue Sidewalk, a project. Project updates will be provided regularly on the website and via email to subscribers. Sign up on the project page! (link in article)
Parking garage repairs to start with closure of Rankin Avenue garage in August
Needed repairs and ADA complinace adjustment work will begin on Rankin Garage in August. Read more about the wor, the schedule more in this article.
Mid-year momentum: 2025 infrastructure progress + future outlook
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City of Asheville enters next phase of parking garage improvements
City Council approves contract for the next phase of the Parking Garage Capital Improvements project.
HUD approves City of Asheville Action Plan for $225 Million in CDBG-DR Funds
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has approved the City of Asheville’s Action Plan for spending approximately $225 million in Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds.
City of Asheville moves forward with project to rebuild storm-damaged recreation hub along Azalea Road
Another Helene REcovery milestone as the City launches RFQ for for design services to rebuild storm-damaged parks and infrastructure assets on Azalea Road