The City of Asheville has announced that its offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Regular office hours will resume on Thursday, June 20. The city’s various departments will have different schedules and services during the closure.
Asheville Rides Transit (ART) will operate on a Sunday schedule on June 19th. Passengers are encouraged to download the Transit app for trip planning. More information can be found on the City of Asheville Transit webpage.
Trash, recycling, and brush collection will run on a normal schedule on both June 19th and June 20th. The Sanitation Office will be closed on Wednesday for the holiday. Residents can check their trash pick-up schedule online.
City parks and greenways will be open on June 19, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Splasheville and pools at Recreation Park and Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center will have specific operating hours. Community center buildings and administrative offices will be closed.
The Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville will be closed on June 19. The Asheville Municipal Golf Course and WNC Nature Center will remain open.
Water Resources staff will be available for water-related emergencies 24 hours a day. Customers can report emergencies by calling the customer service line.
All public safety services will operate on a normal schedule, including police, fire, and emergency response.
The City of Asheville encourages residents to participate in Juneteenth events happening throughout the community. More information can be found on the City’s website. The closure is part of the city’s commitment to honoring and recognizing the significance of Juneteenth.
For more details on specific programs and events, residents are encouraged to visit the City of Asheville website.
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