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We sent a candidate survey to all the 2026 Asheville City Council candidates with questions on what they see as most pressing issues for Asheville; how the City should allocate resources to grow the economy; priorities around public safety, hurricane recovery; and their vision for Asheville. Nine of the 20 candidates completed the survey.
Below are short answers from each respondent and links to their full response.
The Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization. We do not endorse any of these candidates, and this guide is for informational purposes. The Asheville Chamber’s policy agenda which has four focus areas: Housing, Resources & Supports for Business, Workforce Development and Infrastructure.
Drew Ball | www.Ball4yall.com
“I envision an Asheville that is more affordable and resilient, with a thriving broad-based economy. A healthy and vibrant city with high-quality parks and greenways, where workers can afford to live, infrastructure supports dense growth, and local businesses can thrive without unnecessary barriers.” – Read Drew’s full response
Jeffrey Burroughs | jeffreyforasheville.com
Scott Burroughs | www.votescottburroughs.com
“I want Asheville to be a place where people who work here can also afford to live here: teachers, healthcare workers, artists, service workers, and young families, alongside retirees and longtime residents. That means more housing of many types, thoughtfully integrated into neighborhoods and corridors, so growth strengthens community rather than displacing it.” – Read Scott’s full response
Blake Butler | www.blakeforasheville.com
“I want for Asheville to be a model City, with thoughtful planning and fiscal discipline in place. A City that properly addresses infrastructure needs and encourages more public/private partnerships that enhance our quality of life. A City that embraces its character, the arts, downtown, outdoors, and its people.” – Read Blake’s full response
Tiffany DeBellott |
Dan Ferrell | www.ferrellforavl.com
Angel Gonzales
Nina Ireland | www.nina4avl.com
“I envision an Asheville where working families can afford to live here, small businesses thrive year-round, and infrastructure keeps pace with growth. A city that’s less dependent on seasonal tourism and more economically resilient. Most of all, a city where our government is transparent, accessible, and rooted in the needs of the people who call Asheville home. – Read Nina’s full response
Shaunda Jackson | shaundajackson4avl.com
Tyler Ladd
David Moritz | instagram.com/louisdavidmoritz/
Antanette Mosley | MosleyForAVL.com
“I envision an Asheville that is livable, resilient, and economically strong. A city where people who work here can afford to live here, infrastructure is reliable, neighborhoods are stable, and businesses can grow with confidence. Growth should be intentional and balanced, strengthening what makes Asheville unique while preparing for the future.” – Read Antanette’s full response
Bobby Smith
Sheneika E. Smith
CJ Snyder
Kyle Turner | No website listed
“Success means a city that moves beyond announcing intentions to delivering tangible results—where budgets align with outcomes, housing is attainable for the workforce, recovery funds translate into repaired homes, and businesses operate with confidence because decisions are clear, consistent, and defensible.” – Read Kyle’s full response
Maggie Ullman Berthiaume | www.maggie4avl.com
“I see more people living near where they work, dependable systems that keep businesses open and neighborhoods connected, and a downtown and other commercial nods that are active, safe, and economically vibrant. My role is steady stewardship—setting clear rules, investing wisely, and bringing partners together.” – Read Maggie’s full response
Jared Wheatley | www.wheatleyforavl.com
Keith Young | www.KeithforAVL.com
“My vision for Asheville is a city that works again. In the next five to ten years, we should have reliable infrastructure, a fast and predictable permitting system, and a real housing pipeline that delivers workforce and permanently affordable homes so families can stay.” – Read Keith’s full response
Jess Young McLean | votejessmclean.com
“Over the next 5–10 years, I believe Asheville can become a guidepost for other cities of our size—showing what bold, caring, community-centered leadership looks like in practice. That means addressing poverty at its roots, honoring and stabilizing long-time residents and businesses, and preventing displacement while welcoming thoughtful growth.” – Read Jess’s full response