What’s Up AVL! This week’s episode addresses traffic calming measures and community input opportunities
Learn more about traffic calming measures - what works now, and how your input can help inform Asheville's future traffic calming policy.
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Asheville Fire Department seeks applicants for Explorer Program
Applications are now open for the Asheville Fire Department’s Explorer Post 77, a mentorship and training program for youth ages 14 to 18.
City to fund community hubs, as resilience report recommends
Based on key findings and recommendations from the Resilience Hub Mapping Project, the City of Asheville is now planning to use federal funds to invest in community facilities.
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Upcoming Events
Special Meeting: Asheville Regional Housing Consortium (Virtual)
August 12 @ 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Historic Resources Commission (In-Person)
August 12 @ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Southside Block Party
August 14 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Movies in the Park
August 14 @ 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Historic Resources Commission Executive Committee (Virtual)
August 18 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Housing and Community Development Committee (Virtual)
August 18 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Planning, Economic Development and Environment Committee (Virtual)
August 18 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Burton St Community Association Monthly Meeting
August 18 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Rescheduled: Housing Recovery Board (Hybrid)
August 19 @ 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM