On Jan. 11, Xpress Contributing Editor Nelda Holder sat down with Rep. Tim Moffitt and talked with him about Study Bill 925, which created a Statehouse committee charged with reviewing and, perhaps, determining the future of the Asheville water system.
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Buncombe commissioners, management clash over worker compensation
Tensions were high among Buncombe County’s commissioners and staff as they met Jan. 10 to consider worker compensation policy. (Photo by Bill Rhodes)
Michelle Pace Wood announces candidacy for Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
After weeks of speculation that she was considering a run, Michelle Pace Wood confirmed Jan. 10 that she intends to campaign for a seat on the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners.
Bridge of sighs
If the Buncombe County commissioners get their way, one of Asheville's most-traveled landmarks may get a new name. During their Jan. 3 meeting, the commissioners unanimously approved asking the North Carolina Board of Transportation to dedicate the Smoky Park Bridge in honor of Capt. Jeff Bowen. The bridge crosses the French Broad River just west […]
K. Ray Bailey won’t seek reelection to Board of Commissioners in 2012 *UPDATED*
After completing his term later this year, K. Ray Bailey says he’s not planning to seek reelection to the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners.
Buncombe Commissioners request Smoky Park Bridge be renamed in honor of Capt. Jeff Bowen
Among other actions, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Jan. 3 to request that the North Carolina Board of Transportation dedicate the Smoky Park Bridge in honor of Capt. Jeff Bowen’s. Here’s a list of highlights from the board’s first meeting of 2012.
Live Twitter coverage of the Jan. 3 Buncombe Commissioner’s meeting
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will consider a number of issues at its first meeting of 2012, including a “Mental Health Services Report,” a proposal to rename the Smokey Park Bridge in memory of Capt. Jeff Bowen and a rezoning request. Follow live Twitter coverage beginning at about 4:30 p.m. here.
Biltmore Estate completes huge solar array
After a final inspection, project leaders anticipate that the new, six-acre “solar farm” at the Biltmore Estate will begin delivering power to Antler Hill Village next week.
Photos by Bill Rhodes.
Christina Kelley G. Merrill joins race for Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
Christina Kelley G. Merrill is planning to run for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners in the 115th District, which includes much of the eastern part of the county, from Fairview to Barnardsville.
Holly Jones blasts county budget process and personnel policy
Buncombe County administrators failed to inform commissioners of a half-million dollars paid out for “longevity pay,” says Commissioner Holly Jones. What’s more its new-hires policy is impairing public health and safety, she said today.
A basic guide to the new Buncombe County district election system
Earlier this year, the North Carolina General Assembly passed a law changing the system used to elect members of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners. And with candidates starting to declare their candidacies for next year’s election, we thought a brief overview of the new system might be in order.
Buncombe Commissioners pass quarter-cent sales-tax increase
Among other actions, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Dec. 6 to levy a quarter-cent sales-tax increase to fund capital improvements at A-B Tech.
LIVE: Coverage of the Dec. 6 Buncombe Commissioners meeting
Follow live Twitter coverage (using the hashtag #avlgov) of the Dec. 6 Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting beginning at about 4:30 p.m. Commissioners will vote on the controversial measure to levy a quarter-cent sales-tax increase to fund capital improvements at A-B Tech.
Buncombe County begins demolishing CTS building in Mills Gap
While area residents applaud the CTS building demolition as a positive step, resident Tate MacQueen argues that Buncombe taxpayers will be picking up a tab that should rightfully be paid by the company responsible for contaminating the site and nearby ground water.
Longtime Buncombe Commissioner Bill Stanley plans to retire
After serving for 23 years on the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners, Vice Chair Bill Stanley is planning to retire from public office when his current term ends next year.
My kind of representative
Rep. Patrick McHenry made his first “public” appearance in Asheville with a talk before the Council of Independent Business Owners [“The Beat,” Nov. 16 Xpress]. McHenry is following the sinister Republican game plan: stay away from announced, truly open-to-the-public events, where he would face the anger and criticism that he deserves. The GOP’s unapologetic, pro-wealth, […]
Get set, go: Fryar jumps into 2012 race for Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
Longtime conservative activist Mike Fryar plans to run for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners in 2012. Fryar has been considering a run for several months, raising his public profile by repeatedly criticizing current board members at their meetings and in the media. He was the first citizen to raise concerns about commissioners’ pay earlier this year, noting that, including technology and travel stipends, they were among the highest-paid in the state.
Buncombe County seeks public comment on draft sustainability plan
Buncombe County officials want to inspire community members and local governments to make sustainable practices a priority, strengthening the local environment, community and economy. See within for a link to the draft plan, and a chance to comment.
Local Matters: Coming and going in Buncombe County
Xpress news reporter David Forbes talks about a new interactive map detailing the migrations to and from Buncombe County.
Referendum results highlight city-county divide
The rancor over the quarter-cent sales-tax increase to fund capital improvements at A-B Tech didn’t end when the polls closed on Nov. 8.
Highlights from the Nov. 1 commissioners meeting: Tough times for veterans
Kevin Turner, supervisor of Buncombe County Veterans Services, updated commissioners on the problems facing veterans and the work of the department. Figures from his presentation paint a dark picture.