French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization

03/27/2026

Have a say in the future of connectivity in our region! 🌿

The French Broad River MPO, along with the Towns of Woodfin and Weaverville, Buncombe County, and NCDOT, is exploring a potential greenway connection between the two communities. This project could link the future Beaverdam Creek and Reems Creek Greenways with a paved, non-motorized path.

Your input matters—help shape the vision and share your ideas by taking a quick survey today!

🔗 https://app.maptionnaire.com/q/woodfin2weaverville

03/24/2026

https://www.ncdot.gov/news/press-releases/Pages/2026/2026-03-24-us-64-opens-to-bat-cave.aspx

🚧 U.S. 64 Reopening This Weekend—Ahead of Schedule! 🚧

Great news for our region! The North Carolina Department of Transportation, in partnership with local communities, will reopen U.S. 64 this Saturday, March 28—earlier than expected.

This critical route connecting Bat Cave, Chimney Rock, and surrounding areas was heavily damaged during Hurricane Helene. Since then, crews have worked hard to rebuild and restore access for residents and visitors.

👷‍♂️ What to expect:

The road will reopen in a temporary traffic pattern with signals in place

Crews are finishing work on the eastbound lane and stabilization

Full reopening is expected by Memorial Day

💪 The progress so far is impressive:

20,000 cubic yards of debris cleared

57,000 tons of rock placed

Major reconstruction completed after severe storm damage

This will be the first major corridor impacted by the storm to reopen with final repairs underway, marking a big step forward for Western North Carolina’s recovery.

⚠️ Please drive carefully through the area—crews will continue working over the next couple of months.

Let’s continue supporting these communities as they recover and reopen. 💙

03/24/2026

03/19/2026

This Thursday March 19th!

Future Woodfin2Weaverville Greenway Connector!
😁Open House
🗓March 19th
🕔from 5-7
🏫Weaverville Town Hall Community Room
📍30 South Main Street
🚶🏿🚶🏻‍♀️♿🚲Greenways, More Ways, & Multi-path walkways

Can't attend in-person? Just scan the code to provide your input and take the survey! Or click here: https://app.maptionnaire.com/q/woodfin2weaverville

03/19/2026

03/11/2026

03/10/2026

https://wlos.com/news/local/buncombe-county-pedestrian-plan-sidewalk-safety-meeting-2026-north-carolina

Buncombe County is beginning a new effort to make walking safer and easier in unincorporated areas, starting with its first pedestrian plan meeting.

03/09/2026

Save the date! We'll be hosting a workshop tailored to families that want to feel more comfortable biking around town with their kids. No registration or bikes necessary.

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

Want to be part of the conversation about transportation in our region? The French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization invites the public to attend its TCC and MPO Board meetings. Join us to hear updates on transportation projects, learn how decisions are made, and share your thoughts about improving mobility in our community.

03/05/2026

The French Broad River MPO, the Town of Woodfin, the Town of Weaverville, Buncombe County , and NCDOT are working together to plan a paved, non-motorized path between the two towns, linking the future Beaverdam Creek and Reems Creek Greenway. We want to hear your ideas and questions as we study possible routes.

Plan to attend the Open House!
When: March 19, 2026, 5pm to 7pm
Where: Weaverville Town Hall, Community Room

Can't attend in person, take the survey at:
https://app.maptionnaire.com/q/woodfin2weaverville