🧵 1/ Help make Kim Roney for Mayor signs with repurposed materials! 1. Got scrap paint in shades of white, purple, or teal? Drop off during campaign kickoff this Sunday, March 22nd between 2-5pm. We’ll have another drop location soon. #repurposed #reduceplastic #wastereduction #BeBoutitBeingBetter

🧵 1/ Deeply-affordable housing approved! (En español #3 y abajo...) At the March 10th meeting, Council approved conditional zoning for Apex on Hazel Mill, a LIHTEC development. #affordability #affordablehousing #deeplyaffordable #Asheville

We need fair electricity rates & accountability for investment in a stable system of renewable energy, not billions in profit and an outdated system that makes our air toxic and storms more deadly. Join us: 🗓️ March 17th 6PM - Assemble 7pm - NCUC Hearing 📍 Buncombe County Courthouse 60 Court Plaza

Affordability includes accountability for everyone paying their fair share of utilities, not having residents and small businesses subsidizing largest water accounts and AI centers across NC. #mondayminute #affordability #utilities #Asheville

Need help addressing the tax assessment you just got in the mail? Buncombe Property Tax Appeal Clinic Schedule: • Sandy Mush Community Center March 17th: 6-7:30pm • Black Mountain Library March 18th: 5-7pm • Big Ivy Community Center March 19th: 4-7pm • Enka-Candler Library March 25th: 3-6pm

New website! Check out KimRoney4Asheville.com to help me test out: • Donate link • Volunteer links • New design (new content drops soon!) Thanks to #livingwage certified @prcapplications for getting us up and running so smoothly! #supportlocal #KimRoneyforAsheville #KimRoneyforMayor #Asheville

TODAY is Primary Election Day: Tuesday, March 3rd 📸 Bring your ID: license, school, state-issued, military, and if you’re 65+ your ID can be expired 🗳️ Hours: Be in line by 7:30pm 📍 Find your polling place: vt.ncsbe.gov/reglkup/ #vote #votar #election #Asheville

If you’re a transit rider, want to ride but the system doesn’t work for you yet, or just support public transit, consider joining Better Buses Together! ➡️ www.justeconomicswnc.org/issues/trans... #transit #publictransit #betterbusestogether #affordability #Asheville

Early voting: Last Saturday 2/28: 8 AM to 3 PM 📍 Vote at any convenient location during early voting. Locations here: www.buncombenc.gov/DocumentCent... Need help? ➡️ buncombenc.gov/vote (828) 250-4200 #vote #earlyvoting #getoutthevote #Asheville #Buncombe

It’s budget season! I invite neighbors to participate in my Collaborative Legislative Agenda. This survey informs my work as an Asheville City Councilmember and is a way to share the work with me. ➡️ Deadline: Saturday, March 1st: forms.gle/wc3omWNs5xiY... We’re in this together! #MountainStrong

First Public Budget Hearing: 🗓️ Tuesday, Feb. 24th: 5pm 📍 Asheville City Hall ➡️ Sign up to speak when you get to 2nd floor, then join us in Council chambers or overflow room until your name is called. #civics #civics101 #MondayMinute #Asheville

The City of Asheville received the bad news that Costco is withdrawing their zoning application for the Enka-Candler site. Our community wants a Costco and I’ll keep working on it until we get them here. #economicdevelopment #jobs #Asheville

From organizers: “Nurses who speak up for safe patient care are being targeted and suspended at Mission Hospital! “Please join the nurses and our community in protest:” 🗓️ Thursday, February 19th: 330pm 📍 The corner of Hospital Drive & Biltmore Ave #solidarity #peopleoverprofit

Ramadan Kareem to friends & neighbors observing. May your path towards grace and peace be brightly lit. #ramadankareem #ramadanmubarak

What if a developer can’t meet the tree requirement? The tree payment-in-lieu, or fee-in-lieu as it’s commonly known, is an option for when developers can’t meet the infrastructure requirements for #treecanopy preservation and planting. #tree #treecanopy #urbanforest #Asheville

Asheville Mardi Gras is rain or shine! 🗓️ TODAY/Sunday, February 15th: 3:05pm ⚠️ Streets along the parade route will be closed at 12pm ➡️ Roads reopen after cleanup, around 6:00 p.m. Laissez les bons temps rouler - Let the good times roll! #mardigras #bontemps #Asheville

The next Buncombe County District Attorney will be elected March 3rd. Let’s look at the role and identify the candidates: #districtattorney #legalststem #justice #buncombe #asheville

On Early Voting: 🪪 Bring your ID or get a free one at the Board of Elections: 35 Woodfin St. 🗓️ Thursday, Feb. 12th through 3pm on Saturday, Feb. 28th 📍 Early vote at any convenient location in the county you’re registered in #vote #getoutthevote #voterregistration

Studies show #passengerrail is good for the economy, the environment, traffic reduction, land use, and workers & their families! • Slide 1: We’ve been working on the railroad, and it’s making national headlines! www.progressiverailroading.com/passenger_ra... #train #Asheville #WNC

Warming temps will help workers clear roads, but if you’re curious about the priority list, use the mapping tool: ➡️ www.ashevillenc.gov/service/find... Take care as melting and pooling can lead to overnight ice formation! #winterweather #snowplow #Asheville

#MondayMinute: Helene Recovery Boards Want to follow along as they get into the nitty gritty? Meetings are streamed and archived on the City’s youtube, and you can review meeting materials on the city’s website at: publicinput.com/helenerecove... #disasterrecovery #hurricanehelene #Asheville

What is 4th amendment workplace policy and how can it help protect communities during domestic deployment of armed federal agents including ICE? #knowyourrights #4thamendment #communitysafety #Asheville

“Liam & his dad did enter the U.S. at a port of entry to seek asylum. So they did everything right when they came in. They were just trying to secure safety [from] persecution for their family from their home country.” - Marc Prokosch, lawyer for Ramos Family www.democracynow.org/2026/1/23/he...

Winter storm updates: Saturday, Jan. 24th - Water & Parking Sign up for AVL Alerts: www.ashevillenc.gov/service/sign... The Buncombe alert system is in transition, so we’re partnering to get info out with City alert system. #winterstorm #stateofemergency #communitysafety #communitycare #Asheville

🧵1/ From Buncombe County Government: “Starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, Buncombe County will open three shelters in coordination with the Red Cross. Once open, shelters are available 24/7. (En español abajo…) #winterstorm #emergency #emergencyshelter #Asheville

Thanks to Ms. Williams, Ms. Barrett, and AHS 10th-grade #civics students for the invite to hear presentations on: 🌳 #ClimateJustice & Resiliency 🏘️ #Housing & #Affordability 🏥 #Healthcare ⚖️ Justice & #Safety 🤖 Environmental & Social Impact of AI ❤️ #TeacherPay & School Culture

Transforming Grief into Action Renee Nicole Good was a 37-year old mother and poet fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday. I mourn Renee as she joins Silverio Villegas González, Keith Porter, and a growing list of people killed through state-sanctioned violence by ICE.

A cause for celebration! Thanks to partnership with NCDOT and the French Broad River MPO, a much-needed bike & pedestrian bridge is coming to the Craven Street crossing of the French Broad River. #infrastructure #multimodal #greenway #safestreets #Asheville

What do you want to hear on #MondayMinute in 2026? 📝 Email your Monday Minute ideas to my office: [email protected] ➡️ Send links and resources that might add to the convo We’re in this together, #MountainStrong #civics101 #Asheville #kimroneyforasheville

Happy New Year, Friends & Neighbors! May we continue to grow from a place rooted in love. • ¡Feliz Año Nuevo, Amigos y Vecinos! Que sigamos creciendo desde un lugar arraigado en el amor. #happynewyear #felizañonuevo #2026 #KimRoneyforAsheville

Youth Mental Health Conference with UMOJA, YMI, and Hope 4 the Future 🗓️ Tuesday, Dec. 30th: 12-10pm 📍 YMI: 39 S. Market St ➡️ Kids free. Adults $20. • 12pm: Registration & Pizza Party • 1-5pm: Workshops, panels, and group activities • 5:30-6:30pm: Dinner and performance by SINO • 7-10pm: Teen Party

Mayor Monday Minute part 5, the Economic Development Coalition. Asheville deserves leadership committed to our values at the table and behind the scenes during economic development decisions, and enough Council support to get the job done. #mondayminute #civics #economicdevelopment #Asheville

Wishes for a blessed and fruitful Kwanzaa to all who celebrate! • #kwanzaa #celebrate #umoja #unity #Asheville

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! ✨❤️✨¡Feliz Navidad y un próspero año! #christmas #merrychristmas #feliznavidad #bonnadal #asheville

December was a wintery mix of work and celebrations! If you need a last-minute gift, remember that keeping dollars local supports our economy, businesses, and workers through the quiet months ahead. ✨❤️🌲✨ #shoplocal #supportlocal #smallbusiness #happyholidays #Asheville

Mayor Monday Minute, Part 4: Appointing Council committees and liaisons As mayor, I'm committed to ending the private check-in meetings and scheduling public pre-meetings of Council. More at kimroney4asheville.com #civics #civics101 #advisoryboard #civicengagement #Asheville

Blessed Solstice! Wishing friends & neighbors warm and well on the longest night as we anticipate brighter days ahead. ¡Bendito Solsticio! Les deseo a mis amigos y vecinos calidez y bienestar mientras anticipamos días más brillantes por delante. #solstice #wintersolstice #yule #yuletide #Asheville

This is what it looks like for the City of #Asheville to support #localbusiness and #livingwage jobs while diversifying our economy beyond tourism. ➡️ Check out Asheville’s own East Fork Pottery: www.eastfork.com 📸 Full article at Blue Ridge Public Radio and linked here: www.bpr.org/helene-recov...

Mayor Monday Minute, Part 3: Appointment of the Housing Authority of the City of Asheville (HACA) Evidently the file didn’t upload Monday, so better late than never! #civics #mondayminute #KimRoneyforMayor #housingauthority #Asheville

In 2016, we went to Bondi Beach while visiting our family in Australia. Today we heard the news of antisemitic terror attack during Chanukah by the Sea. Heartbroken for the people of Australia as they mourn and remember their loved ones and neighbors.

Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! May love and peace be guiding lights through times of joy and on darkest nights. ¡Feliz Janucá a todos los que celebran! Que el amor y la paz sean luces que guíen en los momentos de alegría y en las noches más oscuras. #happyhanukkah #felizjanuca #asheville

I’m so grateful for Spencer Beals, the local artist who drew this epic poster visualizing my commitment to taking better care of each other and our mountain home as your candidate for Mayor of Asheville! Join the movement: kimroney4asheville.com/contact/ #KimRoneyforMayor #KimRoneyforAsheville

Special Edition Mayor Monday Minute, Part 1: The Agenda Learn more on my commitment to transparency and open meetings policy as a candidate for mayor at KimRoney4Asheville.com #mondayminute #civics #civics101 #cityhall #KimRoneyforAsheville #KimRoneyforMayor

The Trump Admin's secret police are using harmful surveillance technology to track our whereabouts. Local govts are the last line of defense for our right to privacy & safety. https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-us-border-patrol-is-spying-on-millions-of-american-drivers/

Asheville Edition: We Ain’t Buying It! Info and #ShopLocal Guide 📢 Mass Blackout: No Target, Home Depot, or Amazon 🗓️ November 25th – December 2nd – and beyond! ➡️ Scan QR code or visit kimroney4asheville.com/2025/11/we-a... for more info on why #WeAintBuyingIt!

The Asheville Holiday Parade hosted by @avldowntown was a delight!

From hate crimes and legislation based in hate to the disproportionate outcomes in social determinants of health, transphobia in all its forms must be intentionally ended. This is what love requires. #TDoR #transdayofrememberance #transresilience

The resolution was not put on the City Council agenda last night. This pause is not a stop: "We will continue to move together. Seguiremos avanzando juntos."

From our educators: “Urgent: Email City Council Members and County Commissioners by tomorrow, 11.18, to urge them to pass a resolution to protect our schools and communities from ICE activity on school, city, or county property. We need policy to protect our communities!” - ACAE & BCAE

24/7 Community Hotline (en español en los comentarios…) To report possible ICE or Checkpoints, CIMA sends verifiers to confirm these reports. ➡️ Check the CIMA Facebook page for updates ☎️ Call hotline if what you see is not posted 1(888)839-2839