French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Org (MPO)

We're kicking off our metropolitan transportation plan (Elevate 2050) and we want to hear the region's vision and goals for the transportation network over the next 25 years. Take the survey today! publicinput.com/mtpvisionsurvey #WNC #avl #avlgov

Oct 7 update on water restoration Workers are making tremendous progress on waterline repairs. The North Fork 36-in water bypass is expected to be reconnected within 72 hrs. Sediment levels must go down before water is drawn. The Mills River Water Plant is fully operational.

News Release—The NPS will reopen US 441/Newfound Gap Road by 8 a.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) to allow for access between TN and NC communities. Once US 441 reopens, all major roads and trails on the TN-side of park are open. Full release: go.nps.gov/1raqfg

The drive from Asheville to Chimney Rock on US 74 is as prestine as it gets thanks to the residents of Gerton. N.C.'s first and longest running #AdoptAHighway group, they actually predate the program that formed in 1988. Be like Gerton. #LitterSweepNC youtu.be/l-WpPEkgyrQ

Vehicle registration renewals and property tax payments are now available at #NCDMV self-service kiosks in select Harris Teeter stores. The kiosks also handle driver license and ID card renewals and duplicates. Details ➡️ bit.ly/3SNGtnH

Join us at this week's MPO Board Meeting, Thursday, 8/15 at 1pm. nextdoor.com/p/DkSpzHrgqGtx…

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🚧 I-26 Green River Bridge Traffic Shift 📆 Tonight 8pm to 6am with lane closure ⤴️ Westbound is shifting to final pattern ⤵️ Eastbound is shifting to the middle 📗 Read more: bit.ly/4dye1hr

400+ people attended our Summer BBQ in Fletcher. This was our opportunity to say “thank you” to our local governments & partners for everything they do. You made this the largest annual event in our 58 year history. We appreciate our many sponsors who made this event possible.

When someone speeds by you in the rain without headlights on. Womp. Womp. (But seriously, slow down and turn your lights on in the rain.) #Debby #ncwx

#Debby is impacting morning commutes already. 🛑 Dark intersection? - 4-way stop. 🚧 Flooded road or barricade? - Turn around. Don't drown. 🚗 WIpers on? - Headlights on. 💥 Speeding? - Don't do it. #ncwx

#StopOnRed Week is aimed at promoting road safety in general. But we know we have some literal thinkers out there, so... If you haven’t already been doing so, it’d be great if you could stop at red lights. Thanks.

The Town of Mars Hill is hosting an opportunity to provide feedback on the French Broad River MPO 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan: When: Friday, August 2nd 3:00-5:00 PM Where: Mars Hill Town Hall 280 North Main Street - Mars Hill, NC @FBRMPO

Starting Monday, August 5, there will be a three-lane closure on Patton Avenue for the Carter-Ann-Patton Project. The closure will need to be in effect 24 hours a day while work takes place. To avoid delays, please consider using I-240 or other alternate routes.

The N.C. Department of Transportation is identifying projects for its next long-range capital plan and wants citizens to participate in the process. Public drop-in sessions are set to take place in the 14 highway divisions across the state ... ncdot.gov/news/press-rel…

🚨 Reminder... 🚧 US 25 will close at I-26 this weekend ↕️ Interstate to remain open 📗 bit.ly/3VBU7uQ

Samantha and Charlie with our Mountain Mobility team representing Land of Sky Regional Council and @buncombeGov today at the WEAAD (World Elder Abuse Awareness Day) Walk at @CityofAsheville Carrier Park.

Before the French Broad River MPO & Land of Sky RPO go through the process of prioritizing transportation projects, we want to hear from YOU about projects you think are key priorities to improve our region's transportation network! surveymonkey.com/r/WWSGKHQ

“Kayla DiCristina, regional planner for Land of Sky Regional Council, presented her work on the project during the board’s recent meeting and discussed how the project has progressed over the year through in-person community input sessions, online …” transylvaniatimes.com/lifestyles/ros…

This Career & Resource Expo is TODAY!