Housing Recovery Board (Hybrid) (Oct 21, 2026)

The Housing Recovery Board will meet on October 21, 2026, to discuss ongoing efforts related to homelessness and housing stability in Asheville-Buncombe County. A significant portion of the meeting will focus on presentations regarding the Asheville-Buncombe Continuum of Care (CoC) and a proposed Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. The CoC presentation will review the organization's strategic plan, including its response to Tropical Storm Helene and current capacity changes within the system. Board members will consider this information as they look ahead to 2025-2028.

The CDBG-DR program, utilizing $2 million in funding, aims to prevent homelessness and support economic security within Asheville. The board will provide feedback on activity prioritization and engagement strategies for this program, which could include disaster case management, workforce training, childcare assistance, and emergency shelter support. Staff will also seek input from the broader Continuum of Care on program design before a formal funding opportunity is announced next summer.

Finally, the board will hold a public comment period allowing residents to share their thoughts on relevant topics. They will also consider approving minutes from a previous meeting and discuss the schedule for their next meeting in December.