City of Asheville introduces “Report an Issue Form” for Board, Commission, and City Council meetings
City of Asheville announces a NEW dedicated platform to report any challenges encountered while accessing or participating in City public meetings.
City of Asheville invites community to Neighborhood Matching Grant Workshop
The City’s Neighborhood Matching Grant program is now accepting applications for the 2024 calendar year, allowing neighborhood organizations to apply for up to $5,000 in dollar-for-dollar matching funds
What’s Up AVL! This week learn more about Neighborhood Matching Grants
Learn about different City of Asheville departments and projects taking place in your community. This Week’s Guests: Neighborhood Services Specialist Meredith Friedheim and community members Billy Enright and Sekou Coleman, representing the prior recipient group Southside United Neighborhood Association.
Asheville Asks: What is “Continuum of Care” as it relates to homelessness in Asheville
We’re getting ready for the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) count. This year we’ve had a record number of community volunteers, and we can’t thank you enough. The United States Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) requires that all communities that receive HUD funding to address homelessness conduct a Point in Time (PIT) Count [...]
First Quarter year on year comparison shows crime reduction in downtown Asheville
Your input and involvement are critical to a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable downtown.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: January 23, 2024
Please join us in person or virtually. Click on the agenda link to find out what's up for consideration and discussion.
Winter Weather Impact Updates Jan. 19, 2024
Keep up to date with any potential weather impacts on City of Asheville's programs and services. Watch this post for updates!
Environment and Safety Committee Meeting will be held virtually on January 23, 2024
The next meeting of the Environment and Safety Committee will be held virtually on January 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Get a look at the committee’s agenda before the meeting kicks off Did you know you can watch and participate from home? The public can access this meeting by any of the following means: Watch the [...]
City of Asheville announces Affordable Housing Plan Community Open Houses to garner input on Affordable Housing Plan
City of Asheville’s Affordable Housing Division will host two Community Open Houses to collect input on the 2024 Affordable Housing Plan. The City of Asheville is pleased to host Open House events Jan. 27, 2024 in which members of the public will have the opportunity to provide input on affordable housing priorities from subsidized rentals to neighborhood stabilization.
Winter Weather Impact Updates
Know how weather in our area is impacting programs and services.
Asheville Asks: What is the City’s current role with the former Ramada
There has been concern in the community following reports that Shangri-La Industries no longer owns the former Ramada property they purchased to turn into Permanent Supportive Housing. It has created uncertainty about the City’s role, the status of funding earmarked for project supportive services, and just where this all goes from here. This is a regrettable [...]
Asheville City offices to close for MLK Jr. Day, ART buses will run on a holiday schedule
Asheville City government offices will be closed Monday, January 15, 2024 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here is a look at City services affected by this holiday. Trash and recycling Though City offices will be closed, Sanitation collection services will run on schedule. Residential trash and recycling will be collected as normal, Monday-Thursday, [...]
What’s Up AVL! This week hear from Finance Budget Manager Taylor Floyd and Data Specialist Natalie Bailey
What’s Up AVL! The City of Asheville’s bi-monthly radio show allows the community to take a deep dive with the City of Asheville staff and departments. You can learn about different departments and what projects are taking place in your community. This Week’s Guest: Finance Budget Manager Taylor Floyd and Data Specialist Natalie Bailey Sam, Taylor [...]
The City of Asheville seeks volunteers for the annual Point-in-Time Count Jan. 30, 2024
We had a great turn out last year by volunteers. Come join us again January 30 for the Point in Time Count. Help make a difference for the vulnerable in our community
Severe Weather Impacts to City of Asheville Services, Programs and Road Closures – updated January 10, 2024
Last Updated 1/11/24 8:45 a.m. Reopened Roads: Caribou St at Sweeten Creek as of 1/9/24 at 5 p.m. Iris Street at London Road as of 1/9/24 at 10 p.m. Hominy Creek Road at Shelburne Road Swannanoa River Road at Azalea Road Druid Drive Riverside Drive at the Railroad Trestle City-Maintained Road Closures: 68 West Chapel Road NCDOT Maintained Road Closures West Chapel Road at U.S. 25 Meadow [...]
Be aware of high winds and potential flooding overnight in the Asheville area
The cold weather of the past weekend has past, but the Asheville area is still in from some potentially impactful weather this evening and overnight. The National Weather Service is calling for high winds and rains bringing the potential for flooding. As this weather moves our way, we encourage residents to stay safe, [...]
City of Asheville Announces Fourth Round of Strategic Partnership Grants
Eligible nonprofits are encouraged to apply for funding amounts at/upwards of the $35,000 minimum. Applications will be accepted until February 2, 2024, at 5:00 PM. The Strategic Partnership Grant Program (SPG) provides funding for non-profit organizations that serve Asheville residents to support school-aged children from low- to moderate-income households in and outside of the classroom. [...]