Be informed in 2026! All City Council sessions are open to the public, with live streams and recordings available on the City's YouTube channel. The June 23 session will include Helene recovery items addressing funding & infrastructure and affordable housing - along with a Public Hearing on a proposed moratorium on Data Centers. Read the many ways to can partiicapte or follow along
Be a part of Asheville history. Join the City and partners for the unveiling of a custom-designed bench and marker honoring the collective experiences of Tropical Storm Helene in Western North Carolina. The event takes place 1p.m. Friday, June 19 on The Block
Make your plans! The City of ASheville is proud to support the MLK Association of Buncombe County and Asheville in hosting a week of Juneteenth celebration events June 16-20
Hear how perserving our past can help address present day issues like affordable housing. Donovan Rypkema of PlaceEconomics speaks about historic preservation Friday, June 12 at the YMI Cultural Center. The public is invited to this lunch and learn event 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
At the May 12 City council meeting, Council members were presented multiple agenda items related to Helene recovery projects, community safety, affordable housing, and a presentation of the proposed FY27 budget by City Manager Wesley.
Come for the trees, stay for the art! Celebrate Arbor Day in the RAD on Saturday, April 11, 2026 by taking part in fun educational activities and give aways Then support our partners at the River Arts District Sip and Shop
Join host Sam Parada to learn more as he interviews Keith Aitken, Urban Forester, and Kristina Israel, Communication & Public Engagement Manager with the City of Asheville.
Be a part of the community-driven plan will guide urban tree canopy management for the City over the next two decades. Come to the Urban Forest Master Plan NC Arbor Day Workshop Saturday, March 21
The City of Asheville is moving forward with a sidewalk restoration project on North Lexington Avenue aimed at improving pedestrian safety and accessibility. The public is invited to attend an upcoming informational engagement session on Thursday, February 26. This session will offer a direct opportunity to view initial renderings of project plans and ask questions of the project team.
Calling all community members -- participate in Asheville's urban canopy future -- share your feedback in the Urban Forest Master Plan engagement survey!
The City of Asheville has been awarded $2.4 million in funding from the State of North Carolina’s Department of Commerce’s Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program. read how these essential funds will bolster our community's Helene Recovery and Resilience efforts
Join us for Asheville's new public art installation - Nov 13 11 a.m. on Patton Ave near the S&W Cafeteria
During the October 14 council meeting, it became evident that a social district fails to achieve a delicate balance as an activation strategy, and therefore, it will not be pursued at this time.
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.
ULI's 9-member panel spent five days in Asheville, touring the city's hardest-hit areas, speaking with leaders from local business, neighborhood, and government organizations. Their research observations and recommendations culminate Friday, august 1 into a two-hour presentation to the community and City leaders.
On this week’s episode, host Sam Parada brings back regular guest James Shelton, Community Development Division Manager for the City's Economic & Community Development Department. James discusses updates on CDBG-DR and areas where the City is preparing to use the funds on recovery-related projects.
Listen in on how community organizations and volunteers can take advange of the TAP to further help our community recovery from Tropical Storm Helene