# Rescheduled: Economy Recovery Board (Hybrid) (Oct 15, 2026)

**Body:** City of Asheville — Economy Recovery Board
**Date:** October 15, 2026 9:00 AM EDT (2026-10-15T09:00:00-04:00)
**Location:** 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801, USA - First Floor Conference Room

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984

## Summary

This meeting will focus on two key areas: the future of a new Arts & Entertainment Facility and efforts to support Asheville’s economic recovery following Hurricane Helene. Discussions will include community feedback on the proposed Arts & Entertainment Facility, exploring options for securing additional financial partners, and an update on a $5 million workforce development program designed to connect residents with training and employment opportunities. While no formal votes are expected, the board will be gathering information to inform future decisions and providing feedback on these important initiatives. Citizens can learn more about submitting public comments by 5:00 p.m. on October 14th, or by watching the meeting streamed live on the City of Asheville’s YouTube channel.

The board will also receive updates on recovery efforts related to small businesses and commercial corridors impacted by the hurricane. This meeting provides a valuable opportunity for residents to understand ongoing efforts to revitalize Asheville’s economy and enhance its cultural landscape.

## Agenda

- [Welcome and Roll Call](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984/item/18002)
- [Approval of Minutes](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984/item/18003)
- [Arts & Entertainment Facility Project Update](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984/item/18004)
- [Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Workforce Development Program](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984/item/18005)
- [Public Comment](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984/item/18006)
- [Informal Discussion/Future Agenda Items](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984/item/18007)
- [Adjournment](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984/item/18008)

## Video & Transcript

- Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmTxCTOmL9I

## Documents

- [Helene Economy Recovery Board Agenda 10.15.26.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14178)
- [Draft Workforce Development ERB Deck 10/15_20260918.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14180)
- [10.15.26 A&EF Economy Recovery Board.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14179)
- [State of the Workforce.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14175)
- [CDBG-DR Workforce Development Program Presentation.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14176)
- [agenda_2026-10-15.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14177)
- [Presentation to AVL Economic Recovery Board 10.15.26.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14181)
- [July 30, 2026 Minutes.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14173)
- [Arts & Entertainment Facility Update Presentation.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2984?document=14174)

## Sources

- [City of Asheville WordPress](https://www.ashevillenc.gov/government/meetings/economy-recovery-board-hybrid-sep-17-2026/)