
Board of Elections: Sample Audit
Observe a public hand-to-eye count during Buncombe County’s sample election audit, an open process focused on ballot verification and election transparency. The audit is available to attend in person; no livestream is provided.
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A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.

A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.

A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.

A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.
A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.

A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.

A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.
A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.

Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.

Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.

Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.

Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.
Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.

County commissioners convene for a public government session in downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page before the meeting.

County commissioners convene for a public government session in downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page before the meeting.
County commissioners convene for a public government session in downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page before the meeting.

Attend an open municipal meeting for public discussion and local government business. Residents can observe Asheville City Council proceedings in person at City Hall’s Council Chamber.

Attend an open municipal meeting for public discussion and local government business. Residents can observe Asheville City Council proceedings in person at City Hall’s Council Chamber.
Attend an open municipal meeting for public discussion and local government business. Residents can observe Asheville City Council proceedings in person at City Hall’s Council Chamber.

Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.

Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.
Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.

Residents can attend an in-person municipal meeting to hear City Council proceedings and engage with local government. Public board and commission meetings support civic participation.

Residents can attend an in-person municipal meeting to hear City Council proceedings and engage with local government. Public board and commission meetings support civic participation.
Residents can attend an in-person municipal meeting to hear City Council proceedings and engage with local government. Public board and commission meetings support civic participation.

Nonpartisan voter education workshop breaking down the fall ballot, from local races to what each office actually does. Walk through bonds and ballot amendments so you know what to expect before voting.

Nonpartisan voter education workshop breaking down the fall ballot, from local races to what each office actually does. Walk through bonds and ballot amendments so you know what to expect before voting.
Nonpartisan voter education workshop breaking down the fall ballot, from local races to what each office actually does. Walk through bonds and ballot amendments so you know what to expect before voting.

Public discussion of Asheville planning and zoning matters, including land use and city development, in an open municipal commission meeting where community members can observe.

Public discussion of Asheville planning and zoning matters, including land use and city development, in an open municipal commission meeting where community members can observe.
Public discussion of Asheville planning and zoning matters, including land use and city development, in an open municipal commission meeting where community members can observe.

In-person public session in the City Hall Council Chamber where elected officials hear agenda items, discuss municipal policy, and take votes. A civic-focused evening for residents to observe proceedings and participate during public comment as available.

In-person public session in the City Hall Council Chamber where elected officials hear agenda items, discuss municipal policy, and take votes. A civic-focused evening for residents to observe proceedings and participate during public comment as available.
In-person public session in the City Hall Council Chamber where elected officials hear agenda items, discuss municipal policy, and take votes. A civic-focused evening for residents to observe proceedings and participate during public comment as available.

Residents can attend an in-person municipal board meeting for civic proceedings and public participation. The monthly afternoon session takes place in a first-floor conference room at City Hall.

Residents can attend an in-person municipal board meeting for civic proceedings and public participation. The monthly afternoon session takes place in a first-floor conference room at City Hall.
Residents can attend an in-person municipal board meeting for civic proceedings and public participation. The monthly afternoon session takes place in a first-floor conference room at City Hall.

Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.

Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.
Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.

County officials and community members gather for a public discussion of land use and local planning; consult the county event page for the agenda and schedule updates.

County officials and community members gather for a public discussion of land use and local planning; consult the county event page for the agenda and schedule updates.
County officials and community members gather for a public discussion of land use and local planning; consult the county event page for the agenda and schedule updates.

A public county committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with community members able to follow agenda updates and schedule changes through the official Engage page.

A public county committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with community members able to follow agenda updates and schedule changes through the official Engage page.
A public county committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with community members able to follow agenda updates and schedule changes through the official Engage page.

Public officials and conservation partners discuss voluntary land conservation easements, land trusts, and ways to protect Buncombe County’s ecology and scenic landscapes; consult the county agenda for meeting details.

Public officials and conservation partners discuss voluntary land conservation easements, land trusts, and ways to protect Buncombe County’s ecology and scenic landscapes; consult the county agenda for meeting details.
Public officials and conservation partners discuss voluntary land conservation easements, land trusts, and ways to protect Buncombe County’s ecology and scenic landscapes; consult the county agenda for meeting details.

Council members review industrial air permits, agency budgeting, and appeals of violation notices in a public government meeting focused on environmental regulation and Buncombe County air quality.

Council members review industrial air permits, agency budgeting, and appeals of violation notices in a public government meeting focused on environmental regulation and Buncombe County air quality.
Council members review industrial air permits, agency budgeting, and appeals of violation notices in a public government meeting focused on environmental regulation and Buncombe County air quality.

Public county board proceedings address adjustment matters, with the agenda and any schedule changes available through Buncombe County’s event page. The meeting takes place at 200 College Street.

Public county board proceedings address adjustment matters, with the agenda and any schedule changes available through Buncombe County’s event page. The meeting takes place at 200 College Street.
Public county board proceedings address adjustment matters, with the agenda and any schedule changes available through Buncombe County’s event page. The meeting takes place at 200 College Street.

A public committee meeting focused on strategic partnership grants and county business, with agenda details and schedule updates available through Buncombe County’s event page.

A public committee meeting focused on strategic partnership grants and county business, with agenda details and schedule updates available through Buncombe County’s event page.
A public committee meeting focused on strategic partnership grants and county business, with agenda details and schedule updates available through Buncombe County’s event page.