Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting | May 12, 2026

The Buncombe County Parks & Recreation Advisory Board met on May 12, 2026, to discuss ongoing and upcoming projects related to greenways, parks, and recreational programming. Key procurement-related topics included updates on greenway projects such as the Beaverdam Creek and French Broad River Greenway, with plans to begin easement acquisitions in August. The board also discussed the Ferry Road greenway development, which is a town-led project with county involvement, and the status of capital improvement projects like the Riverside Park and Owen Park redevelopment. The meeting highlighted the progress on the department's master plan, which is expected to be adopted by county commissioners in August 2026, and will guide future funding and development priorities. Additionally, the board touched on staffing updates, including hiring a replacement for a key greenway staff member, and the procurement of new bikes for a bike program. No specific contract awards or dollar amounts were disclosed, but the discussion emphasized coordination with various stakeholders and the importance of community input and funding commitments for successful project implementation.