Asheville City Council names DK Wesley as new City Manager
City Council names DK Wesley as new City Manager
APR Innovators: Aniyah Beck
APR Innovators is an Asheville Parks & Recreation series highlighting team members going above and beyond to bring huge value to community members through knowledge, connections, and insight that come from a desire to create the best city possible through the power of high-quality recreation programs and safe parks that welcome everyone.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: December 9, 2025
City Council meetings are open to all members of the public. Come in person, watch a live stream, or view it at your convenience by accessing the recordings on the City of Asheville YouTube channel.
Key Findings from the 2025 Bicycle + Pedestrian Count and Greenway User Surveys
The 2025 Bicycle & Pedestrian Count and Greenway User Survey reports are now available! The Bicycle & Pedestrian Counts and Greenway User Surveys take place each year during the second week of September.
Stronger Together: Stories from AVL’s neighborhoods post-Helene
As Helene recovery continues to unfold, strengthening our ability to withstand and bounce back from future disruptions, our community continues to reflect on the ways that we came together as neighbors. As part of the reflection, city staff spent time interviewing community members to understand what happened in the aftermath of Helene and how people responded.
City of Asheville Invites Public Feedback on French Broad and Azalea Riverfront Recovery Projects
Interested in Asheville's riverside recovery? Come to the Drop-in Open House: meet both of the project teams, learn more about each project’s goals, and provide input that will guide design principles moving forward.
APR Innovators: Christin King
APR Innovators is an Asheville Parks & Recreation series highlighting team members going above and beyond to bring huge value to community members through knowledge, connections, and insight that come from a desire to create the best city possible through the power of high-quality recreation programs and safe parks that welcome everyone.
Goats, Fire, and Science: Vegetation Management in Asheville’s Parks Builds Resiliency
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to keep Asheville’s parks beautiful, healthy, and thriving for people, plants, and animals? Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) uses a variety of tools and techniques to manage diverse plant life in the city’s public recreation spaces – ranging from goats to controlled fire.
Be Part of the Process: Community Members Wanted for Boards & Commissions
Applications are open for several Boards and Commissions - Be a part of the process!
Harrah’s Cherokee Center- Asheville, Explore Asheville and Regional Sports Commission announce 10-year Championship Events partnership
Major annoucement by Southern Conference brngs 10 more years of collegiant sport excellence to Asheville
World GIS Day: Celebrating the Power of Mapping in Asheville
November 19, 2025 is GIS Day, where folks around the world celebrate geographic data and technology. GIS, or Geographic Information Systems, are systems that collect, store, analyze, manage, and present spatial data, or data based on location. This year, the City of Asheville is celebrating by highlighting several interesting and innovative projects that are great examples of using GIS to help our community.
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at November 18 Council Meeting
Recordings of all City Council meetings are available on the City of Asheville YouTube channel