Long-standing climbing wall on Wall Street removed to make way for new beginning

If this wall could talk!  After standing tall for more than 30 years, the climbing wall located on the plaza at 43 Wall Street is being removed to make space for a new chapter.  Climbmax Climbing Gym moved into the city-owned space in 1993. The City was strategic in activating this location as part of a downtown [...]

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The Progress Report: August 9, 2024

The City of Asheville believes part of being a good partner with our community members is keeping you informed on the many projects in and around the city, so we created “The Progress Report.” It’s an opportunity to share updates on projects as they move toward completion. These are just just some of the highlights, but we [...]

Sidewalks

Infrastructure Progress Report: Sidewalks

In the new Progress Report series, the City of Asheville will provide project updates on a different infrastructure topic each quarter. This quarter’s progress report is all about sidewalks! Sidewalks are one way to promote pedestrian safety, encourage walking and create more connected, accessible spaces for everyone. Read on to find out about sidewalk projects across [...]

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Progress continues on the downtown restroom project at College Street and Rankin Avenue

UPDATE: July 11, 2024   Progress continues on the Rankin Avenue and College Street bathroom facility downtown.   Contractors have been on site this week as groundwork continues.   Cameras will soon be installed to bring added security to the area.   Delivery of the restroom facility will take place during later summer.    The Portland Loo restroom will be delivered via crane, followed by [...]

Rebecca Cipriano, Project Manager

A playground for all: In the sandbox with Murphy-Oakley Community Center’s inclusive playground designer Rebecca Cipriano

Rebecca Cipriano is a project manager in the Construction Division of the City of Asheville’s Capital Management Department. With a focus on parks and playgrounds, channeling play is part of Rebecca’s everyday life on the job.  Outside of the slides, swings and monkey bars, hard work and expertise are also required in order to deliver [...]

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First funds of the $3-million Mellon Foundation Grant Invested into Boosting the Block Project

On May 28, Asheville City Council authorized $180,000 to fund a contract for community facilitation, engagement, and project support services for the “Boosting the Block” Project, one of three projects funded by the Mellon Foundation to implement components of the Pack Square Plaza Vision Plan. The Block is Asheville’s historic Black business district and multicultural [...]

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Removal of Vance Monument base to begin May 14

The process to remove the remaining Vance Monument structure at Pack Square Plaza will begin on Tuesday and last approximately two months. The contractor will begin the staging process on Monday, May 13. What to expect during the removal: North Pack Square will be closed to vehicular traffic throughout the removal process to allow for demolition to [...]

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