City of Asheville, NC Engagement Hub

The City of Asheville is conducting a Comprehensive Operational Analysis to improve transit in the city. In this survey, we will tell you about the Draft Network. Then, we’ll ask you to tell us what you think. Your feedback will help us make any final changes to the bus network before we present the plan to City Council for approval later this year. You can read the full Draft Network Report and learn more about the project here,

The City of Asheville is supporting recovery and restoration efforts for public infrastructure in Biltmore Village following the catastrophic damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene. The core work, supported by a $2.94 million NC Department of Commerce grant, targets the restoration of historic brick sidewalks, granite curbing, and street trees on Biltmore Plaza/Kitchin Place, Boston Way, and Swan Street. This effort is designed to honor the district's historic character—adhering to design standards and considering elements of the original Frederick Law Olmsted plan—while improving overall ADA accessibility. We are also strategically coordinating the restoration with a separate project to fix damaged lighting, ensuring an efficient and holistic recovery across Biltmore Village. Learn more about both projects and subscribe for updates on this page.

We’re updating our online content to meet new accessibility standards required by the federal government. This means some older materials may be removed or updated, and all available content will be improved to be more accessible for everyone.

The City of Asheville is replacing sidewalk on both sides of the street on the northern section of Lexington Avenue between Walnut Street and Woodfin Street/Hiawassee Street. This 2024 GO Bond funded project will improve pedestrian safety and overall experience by restoring safe sidewalks and upgrading accessibility. 

Tropical Storm Helene severely damaged Asheville’s riverfront parks and infrastructure systems.  While significant efforts were made during the emergency period to clear debris and remove hazards, the time has come for the City of Asheville to plan for building back these important public spaces.  In 2025, the City started two projects aimed at repairing, reassessing, and enhancing the resilience of riverfront parks, greenways, and infrastructure following Helene. Visit French Broad Riverfront Parks project pageVisit Azalea Parks and Infrastructure project page

In September 2024, Tropical Storm Helene devastated Western North Carolina, causing unprecedented flooding and infrastructure damage across Asheville and Buncombe County. In the wake of this disaster, something remarkable emerged: neighbors helped neighbors, community spaces transformed into distribution centers, and trusted local organizations rapidly mobilized to provide critical services. These spontaneous resilience hubs became lifelines for thousands of residents when traditional systems were unavailable or overwhelmed. Now, we have an opportunity to learn from this organic response and learn from community and city-led storm response initiatives to build a more resilient future.

Follow along with the City of Asheville Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget process. Work sessions can be watched via the stream below, and each meeting has a phone number that you can call to listen live. Links to City Council formal meetings will be added as they are available. City Council Key Dates in Budget Process ItemDate Budget Work Session PresentationYouTube LinkJanuary 13, 2026 Budget Presentation to the PFI Committee PresentationYouTube LinkFebruary 24, 2026 Budget Public Comment Opportunity at City Council Meeting PresentationYouTube LinkFebruary 24, 2026 City Council Budget Work Session PresentationYouTube LinkMarch 10, 2026 City Council Budget Work Session PresentationYouTube LinkMarch 24, 2026 City Council Formal Meeting - Adoption of FY27 Fees & Charges PresentationYouTube LinkMarch 24, 2026 City Council Budget Work Session PresentationYouTube LinkApril 14, 2026 Proposed Budget Document Published FY 2026-27 Proposed BudgetMay 8, 2026 City Council Formal Meeting - Proposed Budget Presentation PresentationYouTube LinkMay 12, 2026 City Council Formal Meeting - Budget Public Hearing PresentationYouTube LinkMay 26, 2026 City Council Formal Meeting - Budget Adoption PresentationYouTube LinkJune 9, 2026

The City of Asheville is restoring parks and infrastructure assets on Azalea Road that were damaged in September 2024 by Tropical Storm Helene.

The City of Asheville Water Resources Department will be managing several projects related to Helene recovery over the next 10 years.

The Asheville City Council established four Helene Recovery Boards to support the recovery process, increase transparency in policy making, and provide an additional mechanism for community input.  These boards include representatives from existing advisory boards and diverse community stakeholders who provide broad-based input that enhances Council decision-making and builds public trust.

Welcome to the City of Asheville’s CDBG-DR Engagement Hub! Public participation is a critical part of the disaster recovery process. The City of Asheville invites residents to review and provide feedback on a proposed amendment to the Community Development Block Grant–Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Action Plan focused on housing recovery following Tropical Storm Helene. The 30-day public comment period will run from May 15 through June 14, 2026. Under the proposed amendment, the City would reallocate $9.2 million previously designated for the Affordable Multi-Family Housing Construction Program to the State of North Carolina’s Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program. An additional $10 million would also be redirected from the City’s CDBG-DR Infrastructure allocation, bringing the total allocation for the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program to $22.2 million — enough to repair or reconstruct an estimated 55 to 65 homes. The amendment also includes: Clarification of eligible construction types under the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program Updates regarding mitigation set-aside uses within the Infrastructure Program Clarification of national objective citations throughout the Action Plan Addition of public service as an eligible activity under the Workforce Development Program Residents may review the proposed amendment beginning May 15 on the Asheville Recovers website under the “Action Plan and Amendment” section. Physical copies are also available upon request at Asheville City Hall, located at 70 Court Plaza. A public hearing on the proposed amendment will be held during the Asheville City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Community members are encouraged to submit written comments and questions by Sunday, June 14, 2026, to: cdbg-dr@ashevillenc.gov. Comments can also be submitted on this platform (see below).  For additional information, contact the City of Asheville CDBG-DR team at cdbg-dr@ashevillenc.gov or by mail at 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801. The City of Asheville is committed to ensuring accessibility for all residents. Individuals requiring accommodations due to a disability or physical impairment should contact ADA Coordinator Brad Stein at bstein@ashevillenc.gov or 828-259-5687 by Wednesday, June 3, 2026.    

The City of Asheville is committed to a community-driven recovery process in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. This page documents our recovery engagement efforts, shares community voices, and provides opportunities to shape our city’s future together. For up-to-date information about the recovery and other ways you can get involved, visit the main page at AshevilleRecovers.org. If you have questions about the recovery process, email AshevilleRecovers@PublicInput.com or use the question box on this page. You can also sign up for a weekly email to receive the latest updates directly. Together, we’re working toward rebuilding a stronger, more resilient Asheville.

The City of Asheville operates under a council-manager form of government. The City Council is made up of a mayor and six council members who are elected at-large for four-year, staggered terms. The mayor, who is chosen on a separate ballot, presides over City Council meetings and serves as the ceremonial head of government. The Asheville City Council establishes the city’s policies. The City Council appoints a city manager who oversees day-to-day city operations and executes Council-established laws and policies. The city manager also ensures the entire community is being served. Asheville City Council meetings are held in-person in the Council Chamber, located on the Second Floor of City Hall, located at 70 Court Plaza, typically at 5:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Meetings are live on the City’s YouTube Channel, and through the City’s Virtual Engagement Hub accessible through the front page of the City website.  The meeting will also be available on the City’s YouTube channel the following morning.  City Council agenda briefings are virtual and are typically at 11:00 a.m. on the Thursday before the formal City Council meeting.   Council meeting agendas are usually available on the Friday before the meeting date. Contact Maggie Burleson at mburleson@ashevillenc.gov or 828-259-5601 to be added to the email distribution list to receive City Council agendas and City Council related notifications. How to Participate in a Council meeting Persons wishing to speak live at a City Council meeting will be required to attend in person, and are required to sign up at the door.  To accommodate those who are unable to attend in person, City Council will continue to engage with those members of our community using the following options for participation: Remote comments via email (avl-city-council@publicinput.com) or voicemail (855-925-2801, meeting code 10332) will continue to be accepted and reviewed by City Council prior to the meeting so long as they are received by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting.  The live meeting will be streamed on the City's YouTube Channel which can be accessed through the YouTube icon on the front page of the City's website or via the livestream at the bottom of this page.You may listen to the meeting through via phone (855-925-2801, meeting code 10332).Finally, the public can communicate with the Council by emailing them directly at any time - ashevillenccouncil@ashevillenc.gov.  For past City Council meetings that are not displaying on this page, you can find documents and information on this page. Policy, Finance & Infrastructure Worksessions The City Council's Policy, Finance & Infrastructure Worksessions will provide guidance on policy developments, budgeting, financial oversight, capital improvements, sustainable infrastructure planning and public engagement. Chair: Mayor Esther ManheimerMembers: Vice Mayor S. Antanette Mosley, Council Member Bo Hess, Council Member Kim Roney, Council Member Sheneika Smith, Council Member Sage Turner, Council Member Maggie UllmanStaff Liaison: Assistant City Manager Jade DundasMeeting schedule: Fourth Tuesday of every other month at 3:00 p.m., during even-numbered months. Meetings are in held person in the City Council Chamber, located on the second floor of City Hall (70 Court Plaza).  Policy, Finance & Infrastructure Worksessions meeting details and materials.

One of the oldest greenways in the City’s greenway network, the existing segment of the Reed Creek Greenway begins at the intersection of Broadway Street and WT Weaver Boulevard, connecting to Glenn’s Creek Greenway and following the Reed Creek to Elizabeth Street.

The City of Asheville is taking additional steps to connect with people whose voices are often missing from decision making processes. “Your Voice, Your Choice” is an opportunity to sign up to receive invitations to participate in the matters most important to you.  The questionnaire is short and simple - choose your topics of interest. Participants have the opportunity to provide their name and email or only an email. Your Choice, Your Voice is available in Spanish, Ukrainian and Russian. You can unsubscribe at any time and the City of Asheville will not share your information. Responses will populate a contact list that will be used to invite you to contribute your viewpoints and experiences.  Simply choose the topics that truly interest you. We’ll send you information about projects and initiatives in those categories.   Click here for a version in Spanish. Click here for a version in Ukranian. Click here for a version in Russian.