General Info

The Office of the Mayor operates a Mayor's Committee for Veterans Affairs, which is charged with providing advice to the mayor on events and issues of interest to active duty and retired service members and military veterans. It serves the advisory board for the city s Memorial Day and Veterans Day events. The committee also increases awareness of education, employment and other community resources available to retiring and separating members of the military. The Office of the Mayor organizes various meetings, appearances, speeches and presentations. In addition, it operates a committee that promotes and advocates equal and inclusive opportunities for people with disabilities in various aspects of society. The committee organizes job fairs, therapeutic recreation events, statewide meetings and celebrations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Located in Asheville, N.C., the Office of the Mayor is a part of the city of Asheville, N.C.