Buncombe
County's motto is “People to Match Our Mountains.” Our
political action committee draws its name from this motto
because we are dedicated to electing people who will provide
effective leadership for our community's future.
We believe
these four candidates will offer that leadership for
Asheville City Council.
A contribution to Match Our Mountains sends a
message to these candidates and the community that you believe
in balancing strong economic development with protection of our
environment, in addition to expanding affordable housing and rebuilding
public services (read more about our issues below).
M.O.M. limits contributions to $100 per
person and has a goal of enlisting many, many supporters. It's
also helpful to donate directly to the candidates' campaigns
(click on the name below each photo to go to the candidate’s
website for more information).
Money is currently a big part of politics and we want our candidates
to be the strongest contenders. It takes each of us giving a
little to add up to a lot!
Remember, Match Our Mountain's special interest is the public
interest. Thank you.
Match Our Mountains Interest
Areas
CONSERVE OUR MOUNTAIN RESOURCES
Adopt and enforce development ordinances and incentives that
will balance growth with environmental protection
Improve air quality to protect our health and economy
'Develop Interstate 26 in a way that enhances rather than degrades
our community
Plan for better transportation, housing, and green space
Preserve and enhance Asheville's scenic, architectural and historic
character
SUPPORT A VIBRANT ECONOMY
Encourage growth of locally owned businesses
Attract businesses that are part of the new economy
Invest in Asheville's diverse business districts
Promote our unique arts and cultural heritage
Develop the French Broad Riverfront
as an economic, recreation and tourism asset
Maintain fair tax rates that do not overburden city residents
EXPAND AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Create a strategy that unites public, nonprofit and business
sectors to significantly increase affordable housing within city
limits
Provide funding and policies to produce more affordable housing
REBUILD PUBLIC SERVICES
Implement responsive and efficient public transit
Support public/private partnerships to provide essential community
services
Coordinate and cooperate to improve our aging infrastructure
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