“One of these days, a kid will be run over. Then the commissioners will say, ‘Well, we were intending to start putting a sidewalk in on the day before.’ It’ll be too late then.”
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Buncombe commissioners consider morning meetings
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will reconsider changing the time of some government meetings after a survey of residents revealed a majority in favor of a new schedule. According to a proposal attached to the board’s agenda for Tuesday, July 18, the board’s first meeting each month would move to 10 a.m., preceded by […]
Letter: Transit can’t wait
“Council cannot claim to be transit advocates while leaving evening service behind. We must include all routes to 10 p.m. and Sunday and holiday service to 8 p.m.”
Xpress and BPR host candidate forum for Commission District 2 candidates (video)
In partnership with Blue Ridge Public Radio, Mountain Xpress will present a candidate forum for the District 2 seat of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners today at noon.
Letter writer: Public education is top priority for Nancy Nehls Nelson
“She supports programs that improve school climate and enhance learning at all levels of education, including preschool, community colleges and continuing education.”
County commissioner candidates talk taxes, affordable housing
Candidates for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners laid out their thoughts on issues facing the county during a debate on Thursday, Aug. 25. Topics ranged from property tax rates to affordable housing.
County Commission recap: Moffitt joins local government, rezoning concerns
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners is back to seven members after Tim Moffitt was officially sworn in to replace Miranda DeBruhl, who abruptly resigned last month. Commissioner Moffitt said, “It’s and honor to serve with you and I look forward to contributing where I can.” The Tuesday, June 7, meeting also featured members of the public expressing concerns about rezoning a parcel of land in east Asheville and continued budget talks ahead of a June 30 deadline to approve a spending plan for fiscal year 2017.
Buncombe commissioners to hear from public on proposed budget, welcome new member
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will swear-in Tim Moffitt as an interim member and also take comment on the county’s proposed budget during its Tuesday, June 7 meeting.
Tim Moffitt to be short-term District 3 commissioner, questions remain about November’s ballot
Former State Representative Tim Moffitt has been selected by Buncombe County Republican leadership to fill the District 3 seat vacated by Miranda DeBruhl. He is set to be sworn-in on Tuesday, June 7.
