Serving Buncombe County: Black Mountain, Montreat, Swannanoa, Fairview, Asheville

Patsy Keever never stops thinking, working or giving. Her thoughts and actions most often focus on families and children, our community as a whole and our shared future. In ways great and small, the people of Buncombe County have enjoyed the benefits of Patsy’s dedication and accomplishments for more than 35 years.
Born and raised in [...]

Healthy Citizens, Healthy Families, Healthy Economy

As a member of the Buncombe County Board of Health for over 12 years, one of the original board members of HealthPartners, and a current member of CarePartners Health Services, Patsy is knowledgeable about the need for and delivery of health services to the public. She is a firm believer in the research demonstrating that [...]

Practical, Progressive Environmental Protection

Patsy is a long time supporter of nurturing our natural resources. As a teacher, she initiated recycling programs in her schools and was a role model for sustainability for her students. As a Buncombe County commissioner, Patsy supported zoning in order to protect property rights and protect our natural resources. She led the push to [...]

Making Smart Education Decisions

“The future of any society depends on its ability to foster the health and well-being of the next generation. Stated simply, today’s children will become tomorrow’s citizens, workers, and parents. When we invest wisely in children and families, the next generation will pay that back through a lifetime of productivity and responsible citizenship. When we [...]

Preserve Jobs, Grow Jobs, Grow Green Industries

Patsy knows that we are living in extremely difficult times for too many people. It is essential to concentrate on creating more living wage jobs in the region and supporting the  businesses which we now have. There are some clear choices to be made.

Invest in the green job market.
Support small businesses through tax incentives and [...]

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