Asheville City Council Agenda Briefing Work Session
The council held a briefing to review upcoming agenda items. Primary topics of discussion included a contract amendment for the Renew NC program to fund the reconstruction and rehabilitation of homes damaged by Hurricane Helene, and the authorization of demolition services for structures along the French Broad Riverfront. The meeting also addressed 2024 bond-funded projects at Walton Street Park and community centers, as well as federal grant acceptances for law enforcement operations. Furthermore, the council examined the Asheville Rides Transit Comprehensive Operations Analysis and reviewed upcoming public hearings regarding a zoning amendment for the Princess Anne Hotel, a proposed affordable housing development on Sweden Creek Road, and a rezoning request for the Asheville Mall property.
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The City Council conducted an agenda briefing worksession and a formal meeting. Key topics included the presentation of a capital update for the third quarter of the fiscal year, a public hearing regarding the proposed annual operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, and a public hearing on the annual action plan for Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships programs. The Council adopted resolutions concerning interim limited obligation bonds for capital projects, funding increases for the Litter and Cleanliness Program, and contract amendments for heavy truck repair services. Additionally, the Council revised the future meeting schedule and heard public comments on various city matters.
Mar 19, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Agenda Briefing Worksession, Budget Worksession, And Regular Meeting
City Council held an agenda briefing worksession to discuss future agenda items and upcoming committees. A budget worksession followed, covering FY 2027 General Fund expense projections, major expenditure drivers including debt service and compensation adjustments, and potential service reduction strategies. The council also reviewed proposed parking services fee changes and South Slope expansion. During the regular meeting, the Council presented proclamations for Procurement Month, Social Work Month, and Arbor Day, recognized an award recipient, authorized contracts for behavioral health counseling and strategic planning software, and approved a grant application for the Walton Street Park project. The Council discussed parks recovery projects, approved FY 2027 fees and charges, passed a resolution to reserve the Parkside property for an arts and entertainment facility while establishing community partnerships, and approved a contract for transit system operations and maintenance.
