By Greg Childress
The awards include $1.4 billion to the state of North Carolina and $225 million directly to the City of Asheville, which is an “entitlement community” within the CDBG program. The funding comes from the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2025, enacted on Dec. 21, 2024.
Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer said restoring the city’s infrastructure is a top priority and that rebuilding stronger will ensure long-term resilience.
“This direct allocation to Asheville demonstrates the federal government’s understanding of our city’s unique recovery challenges and the urgency of rebuilding,” Manheimer said. “These funds will give us the opportunity to repair and enhance infrastructure, address housing, and support business recovery.”
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