“Not only does Rich have a solid history of grassroots organizing at the neighborhood level here in West Asheville, as well as a background in finance, he also has a comprehensive understanding of the most pressing issues affecting this city.”
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Candidates answer questions directly from voters at Downtown Association forum
The Asheville Downtown Association tried something different at the Wednesday, Oct. 14 Asheville City Council candidate forum. Rather than bringing the candidates up on stage, the forum blended candidates into the audience to interact with and answer questions directly from the voters.
Rich Lee
Rich Lee Website: richleeforasheville.com Employment: Financial adviser at Edward Jones Party affiliation: Democrat NEW! Notable endorsements: State representative Susan Fisher, former mayor Ken Michalove, architect Michael McDonough, business owners Tim Schaller (Wedge Brewery), Lynn Foster (Buffalo Nickel), Tonico Vanalli, Chiquie Estrada (Casa Bambini), Franzi Charen (Hip Replacements), Jenna Yarosh, Cathy Cleary, Mike Moore, Rebecca Hecht, Rosetta […]
Online initiatives aim to increase engagement with Asheville Council
As Asheville City Council heads into an important election year, a variety of new local projects are in the works that aim to increase civic engagement.
Rich Lee
Rich Lee richworksfor.me Occupation: Financial adviser Previous candidacy: 2015 City Council (first runner-up) Affiliations: Democrat Short-answer questions Why are you running for City Council? From traffic and infrastructure to job growth and housing, the city is looking for proactive, pragmatic leadership. We want a visionary Council, yes, but one that knows how to work ideas […]