The City of Asheville is committed to providing quality core services that support a vibrant and welcoming downtown for residents, businesses, and visitors. We look forward to continuing to keep you informed and engaged.
Below are some highlights from our most recent Newsletter. You can sign up for the newsletter to have this information delivered straight to your email.
Downtown Cleanliness Contract Approved
At City Council’s December 12, 2023 meeting, a new annual contract in the amount of up to $295,544 was approved for downtown cleanliness services 5 days per week, including litter pick-up, weed control, pressure washing, and regular cleaning of city trash and recycling bins in the central business district.
Downtown Restroom Project Updates
Funded by ARPA, a new restroom facility will be installed in the public space at College Street/Rankin Avenue. Site improvements are being made to the space including additional lighting and landscaping enhancements. Updates were provided at the December 15, 2023 Downtown Commission meeting. you can find more information on the project page.
Parking Security Enhancements
City Parking Services is currently working to complete the installation of 13 security cameras within the Harrah’s Cherokee Parking Garage. Staff will be testing the camera and software system over the coming weeks to ensure proper function. Next steps include working with IT to plan for camera installation in the remaining City parking garages.
Additionally, on November 14, 2023, City Council authorized staff to move forward with a contract to provide 24/7 security coverage at the City’s four downtown parking garages and ten surface parking lots. Parking Services will spend up to $481,834 for the first year of the contract out of their operating budget.
The new security service is anticipated to roll out by the New Year and will also include on-call security escort services for those parked in the City’s garages or parking lots. Contact information will be shared once the new security team starts, but those wanting an escort from a specified location to or from a City garage in the meantime can call parking services staff at 828-778-3216.