Celebrate our waterways: Free Lake and Learn event July 10 at Lake Julian
Kids of all ages can explore water-themed science and play through arts and crafts and STEM learning activities celebrating our watershed.
Actions and presentations at the June 23, Asheville City Council Meeting
All City Council sessions are open to the public. Live streams and recordings of meetings are available on the City's YouTube. channel. The June 23 session addressed both Helene recovery and non recovery related items in the areas of infrastructure and housing, and proposed reallocation of federal disaster recovery funding as related to housing. There are also a public hearings on a proposed data center moratorium.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: June 23, 2026
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
City of Asheville to begin assessment and inventory of stormwater system
The assessment will help the City identify asset conditions, prioritize maintenance, recommend capital improvement projects, identify areas of localized nuisance flooding and identify erosion areas that need stabilization.
The City of Asheville announces Amy Deyton as Public Works Director
Asheville City Manager, Debra Campbell, is pleased to announce that Amy Deyton has been named as the City of Asheville’s next Public Works Director. Amy will officially begin her duties as Public Works Director immediately.
City of Asheville announces completion of major Patton Avenue infrastructure projects
The City of Asheville Public Works Department is pleased to announce the completion of two major infrastructure enhancements on Patton Avenue: The Carter–Ann–Patton Stormwater Improvement Project and The Patton Avenue Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements.
Mid-year momentum: 2025 infrastructure progress + future outlook
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Hiawassee Street temporarily repaved, roadway reopened
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Winter weather is on the way – How to prepare and follow best practices
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Asheville asks: When does utility billing resume post Helene?
Utility billing post Tropical storm Helene resumes. Check out the video that breaks down bill charges as well as what is NOT being charged.
The Progress Report: September 12, 2024
Get a brief update on these projects: AMI meter rollout, projects impacting Patton Avenue: sidewalks, stormwater, resurfacing bids & the feasibility study public open house.
Lane closures with detour on Patton Ave beginning Tuesday, September 3
Beginning Tuesday, August 27 a stretch of Patton Avenue, from approximately S. Ann Street to N. French Broad, will be reduced to a single lane traveling eastbound. A detour will be in place for westbound traffic
Asheville Asks: How does Stormwater Services prepare for heavy rain?
How do our Stormwater crews prepare the city for seasonal storms or heavier weather front related rains? Learn more
Overnight street closure in downtown Patton Avenue area scheduled for August 19-20, 2024
As the three lane closure on Patton Avenue is expected wraps up August 14, a portion of Patton Avenue and connecting streets will be closed the night of August 14 and August 15 from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. to allow for continued Stormwater works.