Public Education
Supporting our public schools and educators is critical to our future. Chairman Newman supported pay-raises for our teachers and new investments to build and renovate our school buildings.
Energy and Environmental Leadership
Chairman Newman sponsored the Resolution committing Buncombe County to using 100% renewable energy and plans to install solar or more than 50 schools and public facilities.
About Brownie Newman
Brownie Newman grew up on a working farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains. His experience includes helping grow a successful Asheville business, leading regional and state environmental initiatives and more than a decade of service as a local elected official in Asheville and Buncombe County.