As a longtime community member who cares deeply about the future of Asheville and Western North Carolina, I pay close attention to who shows up, listens and does the hard work of public service with integrity. I am writing to express my strong support for Maggie Ullman’s reelection to City Council.
Maggie is a true steward of both our community and our environment. She approaches complex issues with thoughtfulness and transparency, and she takes the time to explain how decisions are made and how community input is considered through her consistent invitations for community gatherings and town halls in all corners of our Asheville community. In a time when trust in local government matters more than ever, her openness and availability stand out.
I have seen firsthand how Maggie listens to community voices, takes concerns seriously and works to balance competing needs with an eye toward long-term sustainability. She consistently considers the broader needs of WNC — not just Asheville — and brings that regional perspective into Council decisions. In Haw Creek, she has invested in what we need to develop and grow in safe and sustainable ways…