Work with local governments, the Region’s leadership, state and federal agencies, service providers, and volunteers to foster desirable social, economic, cultural and ecological conditions in Buncombe, Henderson, Madison and Transylvania Counties.
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339 New Leicester Hwy
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Asheville, NC 28806, US
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The final episode of our Storm Stories highlights the response and recovery after Hurricane Helene in Henderson County, NC. — and how recovery continues even today. County staff share their powerful stories of teamwork, resilience, and service in the wake of the storm. #helenerecovery #communitystrong https://lnkd.in/erkMV69T
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Thank you to Governor Joshua Stein for making the trip yesterday to beautiful and strong Marshall to announce 6M in grants for our North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Flood Resiliency Blueprint. We’re thrilled that we were able to award funding to help make cities and towns less vulnerable to flooding. We’ve got more projects on the way! https://lnkd.in/efd7DbaR
Governor Stein, DEQ secretary in Marshall announce $6M to reduce flood risks after Helene Mountain Valleys Research Conservation and Development worked with Land of Sky Regional Council to submit the application for the Marshall project. https://lnkd.in/eEgCygde
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We’re proud to support the Town of Hot Springs in its ongoing recovery efforts to restore wastewater treatment operations following recent flood damage. Thanks to funding from the Collaboratory at the UNC Finance Center, FEMA, NC DEQ, and DWI, the town has acquired two 75,000 gpd package membrane treatment units to supplement its existing system. These units were delivered and placed at the current WWTP site last week, with piping, electrical, and auxiliary upgrades now underway. Madison County has issued a temporary floodplain encroachment permit to allow installation within the floodway of the French Broad River. The units are expected to remain in place for up to two years before being relocated to a new, more flood-resilient WWTP site outside the floodplain—ensuring long-term sustainability and protection for the community. We are grateful to all partners involved in making this critical infrastructure investment possible!
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Here are 5 things to know about the Helene Local Government Capital Grant Program: 1. You must be a local government or federally-recognized tribe in the Hurricane Helene FEMA-declared disaster area to apply 2. Our grants team hosts weekly webinars potential applicants can join to learn more! To register: https://lnkd.in/eRSJEuuv 3. The program is state-funded, per SL 2025-26 4. Eligible projects must be at least partially denied FEMA-PA 5. The deadline to apply is November 21, 2025
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Digital Navigation Training - Tuesday October 28th at Land of Sky Regional Council Office by WestNGN! We work with an incredible number of organizations that have one thing in common - they need Digital Navigator Support. The number of folks in our community who need one on one digital skills assistance is huge. Land of Sky WestNGN team created the Digital Navigation Training to give individuals tools, confidence, and support in knowing how to help someone access the online world. Whether that's learning how to use a smart phone, a laptop, the internet, or other digital tools - we want everyone to be able to be online, connected and informed. Accessing the internet is having access to information, empowerment and community. We are excited to help solve these issues with you. Join us in person at Land of Sky Regional Council Office, Tuesday October 28th from 10:00am - 2:00pm for this training pilot. We will go over what digital navigation is, how the digital divide affects us all, how to navigate individual requests, and even feed you lunch! Register to attend with the link below: https://lnkd.in/gY3tFSXa #bethechange #DigitalAccessibility #event #localleadership #resourcesharing #digitalaccess #community #digitalconnectivity #internetisforeveryone #WestNGN #Connect #local #forourfuture #digitalopportunity #SaveTheDate #equip #DigitalNavigation #support #DigitalAccess #DigitalDivide #Essential #DigitalNavigator #DigitalSkillsClasses
Sara Nichols, Energy and Economic Development Manager on our team shared today about rural broadband at the NC Rural Economic Summit in Hickory hosted by Business North Carolina.
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We’ve had four great Council Conversations this season, and there’s one more chance to connect! Join City Council members and City staff in an informal, relaxed setting to share ideas, ask questions, and provide feedback on Hendersonville's strategic planning efforts. 📅 Monday, October 20, 2025 | 6:00 PM 🚂 Hendersonville Train Depot 📍 650 Maple Street, Hendersonville 👏 Hosted by Council Member Gina Baxter Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eFuyzZW2
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The North Carolina Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (NCAMPO) Conference will be held May 6–8, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Asheville, NC. This year’s theme is “Planning for Change, Building for People.” The Call for Abstracts is now open! Submit your proposal using the form linked below by December 12, 2025 Presented by NCAMPO and the North Carolina Association of Rural Planning Organizations (NCARPO), in partnership with NCDOT, the conference will bring together transportation planners, engineers, and professionals from MPOs, RPOs, NCDOT, consulting firms, transit agencies, and other organizations across North Carolina. It’s also a valuable opportunity for elected officials, transit administrators, land use planners, public health experts, students, and others to engage in transportation issues. Registration will open soon—check the NCAMPO website (https://www.ncampo.org/) for the latest updates. Submit your proposal - https://lnkd.in/eMurMKnW
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The Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) Awards Committee is soliciting nominations for the 2026 Myers, Whisman, Mazer, and Congressional Awards. These awards are presented each year to a deserving individual by the Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) at its annual conference in Washington, D.C. – next year’s Dinner Banquet will be held on March 8, 2026. The deadline for submissions is October 31, 2025. More information on each award and recent awardees can be found here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eBimwKjZ Awards Committee Chair Rudy Johnson (rjohnson@gtpdd.com) or Brendan Buff (bbuff@crec.net) can answer any questions you may have.