Planning, Economic Development, & Environment Committee – January 20, 2026

Asheville City PEDE (People and Environment/Development) Committee · January 21, 2026

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Pre-meeting tech and setup

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Brief technical check-ins and staff confirming SOC 2 compliance and that the meeting platform is ready; multiple staff speakers exchanged quick greetings and logistics.

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The Asheville People & Environment/Development (PEDE) committee reviewed staff recommendations for a $15.5 million CDBG-DR small business support program (staff recommended awards and moved the recommendation to full City Council), discussed priorities and funding options for a resilience-hub program, and authorized staff to pursue formal intervention with Buncombe County in Duke Energy’s 2026 Carbon Plan/Integrated Resource Plan (with committee review of the draft comments before filing).

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