City of Wilmington
Recent News About City of Wilmington
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Local Government Meeting today in Southeast North Carolina
Southeast North Carolina City Council Meeting starting at 5:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!
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Government event this week in Southeast North Carolina: March 9-15
The following event is scheduled to take place in Southeast North Carolina this week.
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Affordable Lending Fair scheduled in Wilmington on June 29
The City of Wilmington’s Housing and Neighborhood Services division has announced the upcoming Affordable Lending Fair, scheduled for Saturday, June 29th at the MLK Center from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event aims to provide resources, information, and support to residents seeking affordable lending options.
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Wilmington City Council approves FY25 budget focusing on public safety
At its June 18 meeting, Wilmington City Council voted to adopt the FY25 city budget. The $298 million balanced budget is guided by the city’s strategic plan, which focuses resources on public priorities including transportation, public safety, economic vitality, affordable neighborhoods, and high-performing city operations.
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Wilmington City Council meeting scheduled for June 18
The Wilmington City Council will convene for a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 18 at 6:30 p.m. inside Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 102 North Third Street.
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Wilmington announces plans for annual Fourth of July celebration
The City of Wilmington invites residents and visitors to the annual 4th of July Celebration, sponsored by Cumulus Media. The event will take place at Riverfront Park, located at 10 Cowan Street, and will feature live music, food, fireworks, and more on Thursday, July 4. This is a free event with no tickets required.
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Tree removal on Market Street to cause closures starting June 10
Beginning Monday, June 10 at 9:00 a.m., tree maintenance crews will commence work along Market Street to remove 18 diseased trees primarily between 17th and 21st streets. Full street closures for the area are planned, and detour routes will be posted. Weather permitting, the project should be completed by the end of June.
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Wilmington City Council to discuss FY25 budget and Pride Month proclamation
The Wilmington City Council will convene for a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 102 North Third Street.
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MLK, Davis community centers announce summer hours starting June 1
Beginning June 1, both the Martin Luther King and Derick G.S. Davis community centers will operate on summer schedules. Both centers will be open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and closed on Sundays. This schedule will remain in effect until August 31.
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Davis Center at Maides Park closed due to plumbing issues
The Davis Center at Maides Park has been closed until further notice due to complications with the plumbing systems. Maintenance crews are on-site working to fix the issue. All programming at the center, including afterschool activities, have been canceled.
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Wilmington city offices to close for Memorial Day holiday
The City of Wilmington has announced that all its offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Despite the closure, recycling and trash services will continue as scheduled for Monday customers.
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Wilmington City Council to discuss FY25 budget and conservation efforts at upcoming meeting
The Wilmington City Council has announced a regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, May 21, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place inside the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 102 North Third Street.
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Kimberly Carson appointed as Wilmington's Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The City of Wilmington has announced the appointment of Kimberly Carson as its new Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Carson, hailing from Burlington, Vermont, brings with her a wealth of experience in equity and inclusion strategies, having led such initiatives in Burlington since 2022. Prior to her tenure in Vermont, she held various roles within the Iowa Judicial Branch, including positions in talent management and development, leadership development, and diversity and inclusion.
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The Status Of Short-Term Rentals In The City
The Status Of Short-Term Rentals In The City.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: North Front Street Streetscape Project To Begin April 18 The project is scheduled to last into September 2022.
TRAFFIC ALERT: North Front Street Streetscape Project To Begin April 18 The project is scheduled to last into September 2022..