Pedestrian Plan Steering Committee Meeting | April 22, 2026

The Buncombe County Government held a Pedestrian Plan Steering Committee meeting on April 22, 2026, focused on developing a strategic plan for sidewalk expansion and pedestrian infrastructure in unincorporated areas of the county. The meeting included a review of extensive community engagement efforts, data analysis, and project prioritization to identify core, supporting, and additional sidewalk projects. Key discussions centered on the challenges of building and maintaining sidewalks, coordination with municipalities and the Department of Transportation (DOT), and the need for policy and implementation mechanisms to support project execution. The committee reviewed preliminary project maps and solicited feedback on project rankings and network connectivity, with plans to refine cost estimates and conduct further community outreach in the coming months. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the plan aims to guide future funding and partnership opportunities for pedestrian infrastructure development.