Actions and presentations at the Oct. 27 Asheville City Council meeting
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City of Asheville announces appointment of new City Clerk, Jodilynn Byrd
City of Asheville welcome new City Clerk
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: October 27, 2026
All City Council sessions are open to the public and residents are encouraged to attend. Can't come in person? Live streams and recordings of every City Council session is available on the City's YouTube channel.
What’s Up AVL! This week’s guest, recently appointed Police Chief Jackie Stepp
Hear from newly appointed Police Chief Jackie Stepp. Chief Stepp has served the community as an Asheville police officer for more than 20 years, and brings that experience and community knowledge to her new role.
Actions and presentations at the October 13, Asheville City Council Meeting
City Council considers agenda items including: the funding of new seasonal wreaths and business support for downtown, a public hearing on Costco, and the HOME - ARP program bringing additional affordable housing to Asheville at the October 13, 2026 session.
City Council Approves $265,000 in Downtown Municipal Service District Investments
An investment of Downtown Municipal Service District (MSD) sales tax revenue brings support to downtown businesses during upcoming construction projects and replaces aging seasonal decorations.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: October 13 , 2026
All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel.
City of Asheville: Monitoring the weather and ready to act
As our neighbors to the south brace for some rough weather, City of Asheville is monitoring the impact of potential weather systems - and stands ready to serve the community
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Be there for you community
As part of Emergency Preparedness Month, learning life saving CPR and proper AED use can help you "Be there for your community". Watch the informational video from our AFD team members
Thirteen Asheville Fire Department recruits complete the 102nd Academy final evaluation
13 recruits make the cut as Asheville Fire Department tests readiness at the 102 Academy final assesment.
City of Asheville announces Jackie Stepp to serve as Police Chief
Veteran Asheville Police Officer Jackie Stepp named new Police Chief
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Build a kit
Take time this September to make sure you're prepared to handle any emergency. Follow our Emergency Preparedness tips now to make sure you are ready to face a possible future emergency.
Actions and presentations at the September 22, Asheville City Council Meeting
City Council considers agenda items and marks 2 years of Helene related recovery during the September 22, 2026 session
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: September 22, 2026
This Council Session, we mark 2 years of Helene recovery with a Manager's Report outlining our progress as part of the night's agenda. All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel.
City of Asheville announces retirement of Finance and Management Services Director Tony McDowell in December
City of Asheville extends it's appreciation for nearly 30 years of service to the community as Finance Director Tony McDowell announces his retirement at the end of the year.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Make a Plan
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. Taking time to make a plan now can lessen the impact an emergency has on you, your friends, family, and community.
City of Asheville and community commemorates 25th anniversary of September 11 with morning ceremony
City Staff and members of the community gather to pay tribute at the 25th anniversary of 9-11 ceremony in downtown Asheville