Leland public meetings in 2025

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will vote on several resolutions, including adopting a Code of Conduct for the mayor and councilmembers. It will also consider the 2026 council meeting schedule, an amendment to the Terrapin Planned Unit Development Master Plan, and performance guarantee releases for Heron Pointe and Creekside projects. Additional items include appointing a Mayor Pro Tem and representatives to regional planning boards.

• Resolution R-25-099 – Adopt Code of Conduct for mayor and councilmembers
• Resolution R-25-100 – Adopt Council agenda and regular meeting schedule for 2026
• Resolution R-25-098 – Amend the Terrapin Planned Unit Development Master Land Use Plan
• Resolutions R-25-095, R-25-097, R-25-096 – Release or reduce performance guarantee agreements for Heron Pointe and Creekside projects
• Appointments – Mayor Pro Tem and council members to WMPO and Cape Fear Council of Government

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a request to rezone a 1.45-acre undeveloped parcel from Multifamily District to Commercial Business District. The board will also receive a quarterly update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Zoning map amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 0570008613 from M-F to C-1
• Quarterly update for Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council meeting on December 15, 2025 will include a presentation on public safety technology by Flock Safety. Council members will discuss postal operations, board and committee appointments, and potential ceremonial recognitions. The meeting also covers routine items such as agenda approval, staff introductions, and setting the next meeting date.

• Public Safety Technology presentation by Flock Safety
• Discussion of Postal Operations (Councilmember Campbell introduction)
• Board and Committee Appointments staff update
• Potential Ceremonial Recognitions and Presentations staff update
• Submission deadline for next month's discussion topics (December 31, 2025)

Economic Development Committee - 11 Dec 2025 - Canceled

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2026.

Board of Adjustment - 02 Dec 2025 - Canceled

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 2, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2026.

Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will discuss several administrative resolutions, budget amendments, and infrastructure agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment and a proclamation designating April 26 as George Washington Day.

• Budget Amendment BA25-012: Appropriating $3,000,000 grant funds to the Unpaved Road Improvements Project Fund
• Budget Amendment BA25-011: Transferring $1,000,000 to Post-Employment Obligation Reserve Fund
• Ordinance ORD-25-016: Zoning map amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel IDs 029GC011 and 029GC01102
• Resolution R-25-088: Updating fee schedules for the Planning and Inspections Department
• Resolution R-25-093: Opposing the expansion of Chemours’ Fayetteville Works Facility

Parks and Recreation Board

The Leland Parks and Recreation Board will approve the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes and hear a Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 presentation. The board will receive an update on the $443,000 Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) grant awarded for Sturgeon Creek Park development and a status report on Founders Park, including amphitheater bids and contractor penalties. Additional discussion topics include potential disc‑golf projects on Long Pine Drive and upcoming community events.

• Approval of September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• $443,000 PARTF grant awarded to develop Sturgeon Creek Park
• Founders Park amphitheater replacement bid: three bids received, deadline Sep 26, 2025; contractor fined $500 per day
• Proposed disc‑golf course on Long Pine Drive, estimated cost $25,000
• Upcoming events promotion (e.g., Winter Ceramics, gallery receptions)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a proposed Master Land Use Plan amendment for the Terrapin Planned Unit Development. The board is tasked with making a recommendation to the Town Council regarding these modifications.

• Proposed amendment to Terrapin PUD to combine Multifamily 1, Multifamily 2, and Commercial 2 areas into a new Office & Institutional 1 designation
• Proposed increase of Commercial and Office & Institutional areas from 30.79 acres to 56.74 acres
• Proposed incorporation of a 4.98-acre area (Tax Parcel ID 0210007801) into the Terrapin PUD
• Approval of October 28, 2025 meeting minutes

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council will review a draft resolution opposing the Town of Fuquay‑Varina’s proposed interbasin water transfer from the Cape Fear River basin to the Neuse River basin. Staff will provide updates on the Flood Prevention Ordinance, Founders Park, and other discussion topics. Presentations include a historical talk, the WMPO 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, and the Leland 2045 Quarterly Update. The council will also consider requests for ceremonial recognitions and other staff updates.

• Resolution opposing Fuquay‑Varina Interbasin Transfer (draft resolution)
• Flood Prevention Ordinance staff update
• Future Legislation staff introduction
• Founders Park staff update
• Board Applications staff update

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will approve the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss software integration. It will adopt the regular meeting schedule for 2026, setting dates and location at Leland Town Hall. The committee will also review board vacancies, note a canceled December 11, 2025 meeting, and consider upcoming community engagement events.

• Approve August 14, 2025 Economic Development Committee minutes (Memo-25-0195)
• Discussion of software integration
• Adopt 2026 regular meeting schedule: second Thursday of each month at Leland Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Drive (dates listed for Jan–Dec 2026)
• Review board vacancies and record cancellation of the December 11, 2025 meeting
• Consider committee engagement opportunities: Columbus Regional Health Care groundbreaking (Dec 4), Little Caesars ribbon cutting (Nov 15), Project Canvasback groundbreaking (TBD), Publix Savannah groundbreaking (TBD)

Council Special Meeting

The Leland Town Council will conduct an Open Burning Workshop featuring the fire chief, a forest service ranger, and NC DEQ air quality staff. The meeting will also introduce a review of proposed ordinance revisions related to open burning. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Open Burning Workshop with Fire Chief Ronnie Hayes
• Presentation by Alan Matthews, Cape Fear Area Ranger, NC Forest Service
• Presentation by Scott Sanders and Shawn Taylor, NC DEQ Division of Air Quality
• Ordinance Review/Revisions Introduction

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will vote to approve the amended minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. Members will discuss the Draft Board of Adjustment Rules of Procedure (Memo‑25‑0216). An action item will set the 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting schedule (Memo‑25‑0218). The meeting also includes routine reports and training.

• Approve amended September 2, 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting minutes
• Discuss Draft Board of Adjustment Rules of Procedure (Memo‑25‑0216)
• Adopt 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting schedule (Memo‑25‑0218)

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will vote on a payment to CivicPlus for migrating the Visit Leland website. It will also authorize the chair to enter an agreement for logo design and brand packaging. The board will adopt the regular meeting schedule for 2026 and discuss the Fiscal Year 25-26 Strategic Plan priorities. A presentation of the FY 2025 audit will be reviewed.

• Resolution R25-010: Approve payment to CivicPlus for Visit Leland website migration
• Resolution R25-011: Authorize the chair to enter an agreement for logo design and brand packaging
• Resolution R25-012: Adopt the LTDA regular meeting schedule for the 2026 calendar year
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 25-26 Strategic Plan priorities
• Presentation and review of the FY 2025 audit by Thompson, Price, Scott Adams & Co.

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will review a zoning map amendment that would change two parcels (Tax Parcel IDs 029GC011 and 029GC01102, about 0.96 acres) from C‑1 commercial to R‑15 medium‑density residential. The board will also approve the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes, record a conflict‑of‑interest statement, and set the schedule for the 2026 meeting.

• Zoning map amendment for parcels 029GC011 and 029GC01102 (≈0.96 acres) at 1365 Village Road to R‑15 district
• Approval of September 23, 2025 Planning Board meeting minutes
• Conflict of Interest/Disclosure statement (no conflicts reported)
• Adoption of the 2026 Planning Board meeting schedule
• Public comment period

Council Special Meeting

The Council will hold a special meeting to address the topic of open burning. Other items on the agenda are procedural.

• Open burning

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a trade agreement with the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce, dedication of street improvements on Tradeway Drive and West Gate Drive, award notices for the Ocean Gate Plaza Roundabout and the Founders Park Amphitheater rebuild, and a budget amendment moving $700,000 to the Founders Park Capital Project Fund. Additional items include performance guarantee releases for Arboretum Phase 7 and The Retreat at Mallory Creek Phase 1, and a resolution appointing emergency‑management agents. The meeting also features a public hearing on a text amendment to Chapter 30 – FlexCode of the town code.

• Resolution R-25-078 – Trade agreement with North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce
• Resolution R-25-077 – Dedication of street improvements on Tradeway Drive and West Gate Drive
• Resolution R-25-076 – Notice of award to C.M. Mitchell Construction for Ocean Gate Plaza Roundabout
• Resolution R-25-079 – Notice of award and contract to Samet Corporation for Founders Park Amphitheater rebuild
• Budget Amendment BA25-010 – Transfer of $700,000 to Founders Park Capital Project Fund

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including project updates, ordinance research, and ceremonial recognition requests. A key item is a request from the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WMPO) to present the 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan at the November 20 regular meeting. The council will also discuss the FY26/27 budget and set discussion topics for next month.

• WMPO requests to present 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan at November 20 Council meeting
• Discussion of FY26/27 budget
• Project updates from Councilmember Campbell
• Ordinance research update from Councilmember McHugh
• Next month's discussion topics due to Town Clerk by November 5, 2025

Economic Development Committee - 09 Oct 2025 - CANCELED

The October 9, 2025 meeting of the Leland Economic Development Committee has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Leland Fire Station 51, 1984 Popular Street.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: November 13, 2025, 6:00 p.m., Leland Fire Station 51, 1984 Popular Street

Board of Adjustment

The Leland Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a variance request from Section 30-146 for a property on Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 038BA02301. The board will also approve minutes from its September 2, 2025 meeting and review the Quasi-Judicial Handbook. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Variance request from Sec. 30-146, Table 12 (Form-Based Code Graphics - T-4O) for Parcel ID 038BA02301
• Approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0192)
• Review of Quasi-Judicial Handbook 2024 Edition

Parks and Recreation Board

The Leland Parks and Recreation Board will hear presentations from the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources on state parks grants and from the Leland Disc Golf Club, then discuss Loblolly Park, Leland in Lights, and upcoming events. The board will also consider adopting its 2026 meeting schedule and receive an update on the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund grant award.

• Presentation by Leland Disc Golf Club President Alex Efting on a possible 18-hole course
• Discussion of Loblolly Park and Leland in Lights
• Action item: adopt 2026 meeting schedule (six meetings, fourth Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at Town Hall)
• Update on Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) grant award
• Public comment period

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider a staff-initiated text amendment to Chapter 30 (FlexCode) of the Town's Code of Ordinances, which includes changes to playground design, definitions, travel lane widths, and other provisions. The board will also approve minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting and hear public comment.

• Proposed text amendment to Chapter 30 FlexCode (MEMO-25-0173)
• Approval of August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0183)
• Conflict of Interest/Disclosure Statement
• Public comment period

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, including minutes, stormwater agreements, and a budget amendment, and to hold two public hearings: one on extending corporate limits through voluntary annexation and another on rezoning a specific Brunswick County tax parcel. The council will also receive staff and council reports.

• Public hearing on Ordinance ORD-25-012 extending corporate limits via voluntary annexation
• Public hearing on Ordinance ORD-25-013 amending the Official Zoning Map for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 0470002402
• Budget Amendment BA25-009 appropriating $1,543,108 to the Sturgeon Creek Park Capital Project Fund
• Resolution R-25-065 approving a stormwater performance security agreement with Pulte Home Company, LLC for Del Webb at Mallory Creek Phase 4
• Resolution R-25-068 accepting grant award funds

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is reviewing a certificate of sufficiency for a voluntary annexation petition covering about 1,220.60 acres of Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 0470002402, submitted by Jackeys Creek Investors, LLC. Staff recommends accepting the certificate and setting a public hearing for September 22, 2025. The agenda also includes staff updates on trails funding, upcoming meetings, and proposed resolutions.

• Certificate of Sufficiency for annexation of 1,220.60 acres (portion of Parcel ID 0470002402) from Jackeys Creek Investors, LLC
• Annexation area located along U.S. Highway 17 and U.S. Highway 133 (River Road), near Brunswick Forest and Mallory Creek Plantation PUDs
• Public hearing scheduled for September 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. if certificate accepted
• Letter of support for federal funding of trails (staff update)
• Oath of office for Town Attorney Steve Coggins

Economic Development Committee - 11 Sep 2025 Canceled

The September 11, 2025 meeting of the Leland Economic Development Committee has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Fire Station 51, 1984 Popular Street.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: October 9, 2025, 6:00 p.m., Fire Station 51, 1984 Popular Street

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will discuss a service contract with the Town and consider adopting a new tourism strategic plan. The board will also review a grant contract for the Leland in Lights 2025 event and authorize photography services.

• Resolution R25-006: Adopting the Leland Tourism Development Strategic Plan
• Resolution R25-009: Authorizing photography/videography services agreement
• Resolution R25-008: Grant contract for Leland in Lights 2025
• Discussion regarding LTDA and Town Service Contract

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a variance request for a Panda Express restaurant. The applicant seeks to install an additional 6' x 6' illuminated wall sign on the north elevation of the building at 3717 Leland Corners Drive. The request is due to current zoning requirements that require specific parking locations to allow for additional signage.

• Variance request for permanent signage at Brunswick County Parcel ID 047EC003
• Proposed 6' x 6' illuminated wall sign on the North elevation of 3717 Leland Corners Drive
• Approval of the August 12, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of an amended 2025 meeting schedule

Planning Board

The Board is reviewing a request for voluntary annexation and zoning changes for a 1,441.11-acre site. The applicant proposes using FlexCode Zone (FCZ) and Planned Unit Development (PUD) districts for the property.

• Initial zoning and rezoning of Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 0470002402
• Proposed annexation of 1,139.77 acres along US Highway 17
• Rezoning of 301.34 existing town acres from R-6 to FCZ and PUD
• Quarterly update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• $15,000 AARP grant for Accessible Pedestrian Signal units

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to consider an $8,000,000 budget transfer of idle funds into the Infrastructure Capital Project Fund. The Council will also hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029LA033. Other agenda items include updates to the planning and zoning fee schedule, fire prevention code revisions, and subdivision infrastructure agreements.

• Budget Amendment BA25-008 to transfer $8,000,000 in idle funds to the Infrastructure Capital Project Fund
• Public hearing for Ordinance ORD-25-010 amending the Official Zoning Map for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029LA033
• Resolution R-25-064 updating the Planning and Zoning Fee Schedule for the Planning and Inspections Department
• Ordinance ORD-25-011 amending Town Code Chapter 14, Article V regarding fire prevention and protection
• Resolution R-25-059 accepting the dedication of street improvements for Mill Branch at Spring Hill

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to review the FY 2026-27 budget calendar and communication plan, and to discuss several topics including flood damage prevention, road safety, and a street name change. The agenda also includes a quarterly update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan and a closed session.

• Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Calendar and Communication Plan (MEMO-25-0156)
• Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance (Councilmembers Carter and McHugh)
• Road Safety (Councilmember Carter)
• Street Name Change
• Quarterly Update for Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan (MEMO-25-0143)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss the town's strategic plan and review technical submittals. The meeting also includes a review of recent technical review committee approvals.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan
• Review of Technical Review Submittals
• Review of recent Technical Review Committee Approvals

Board of Adjustment

This is a procedural meeting. The Board of Adjustment will approve the minutes from its July 8, 2025 meeting, as required for the town's archives. No other substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Approval of July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0147)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hear a presentation from the Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization regarding the 5th Annual Brunswick Heritage Riverside Ride. The meeting also includes a review of upcoming programs and events scheduled through August.

• Presentation: 5th Annual Brunswick Heritage Riverside Ride
• Upcoming Event: Summer Art Market on July 19
• Upcoming Event: Discovering Creativity through Visual Journaling on July 26
• Upcoming Event: Instructor Showcase Gallery from August 2-27
• Upcoming Event: Birding on the Water Cruise on August 4

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider a zoning map amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029LA033, a 5.44-acre lot at 776 Village Road, from C-1 and R-15 to O&I and CD districts. The board will also approve minutes, reappoint members, elect officers, and take public comment.

• Zoning map amendment for 5.44 acres at 776 Village Road (Parcel ID 029LA033) from C-1/R-15 to O&I/CD
• Reappointment of Barbara Akinwole, Alan Kerry, Cody Watkins; introduction of new member Mike Panek
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of June 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Conflict of interest/disclosure statements

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will consider approving its strategic plan, a marketing contract with Our State Magazine, and grant contracts for three local events: Applearchy Ciderfest, Oktoberfest, and the Brunswick Jazz Festival. The board will also hear post-grant reports from the NC Rice Festival and CIAA, and discuss the town service contract.

• Resolution R25-006 adopting the Leland Tourism Development Strategic Plan
• Resolution R25-003 approving the 2025 Our State Magazine marketing contract
• Resolution R25-004 approving a grant contract with Brunswick Beer and Cider, LLC for Applearchy Ciderfest
• Resolution R25-005 approving a grant contract with Leland Brewing Company for Oktoberfest
• Resolution R25-007 approving a grant contract with Brunswick Beer and Cider, LLC for a Brunswick Jazz Festival

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will vote on adopting the Leland Integrated Mobility Plan, a long-range transportation strategy, and hold public hearings on two ordinance amendments: one regulating model unit marketing centers and another updating the flood damage prevention ordinance. The consent agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes, a revised meeting schedule, and a stormwater security agreement for Terrapin Phase 3. The meeting also includes public comment and staff reports.

• Resolution R-25-054 adopting the Leland Integrated Mobility Plan
• Ordinance ORD-25-008 amending Sections 66-4 and 66-162 (model unit marketing centers)
• Ordinance ORD-25-007 amending the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
• Resolution R-25-053 approving a stormwater performance security agreement with Malmo Ventures, LLC for Terrapin Phase 3
• Resolution R-25-056 adopting the amended council agenda and regular meeting schedule for 2025

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including a presentation on the Leland 2030 Strategic Plan update. Councilmembers will discuss Magnolia Greens, ordinance research, and a public service facility. Staff also request direction on a proclamation for Gullah/Geechee Nation Appreciation Week.

• Leland 2030 Strategic Plan update presented by Kelli Newton
• Discussion of Magnolia Greens (Councilmember Campbell)
• Ordinance research discussion (Councilmember McHugh)
• Public service facility discussion (Councilmember McHugh)
• Request for direction on Gullah/Geechee Nation Appreciation Week proclamation

Economic Development Committee

The Leland Economic Development Committee will hold its regular July meeting, including approving June minutes, reappointing Heather McWhorter, electing officers, and hearing a presentation from Brunswick Business and Industry Development. The committee will also discuss the July Economic Development Report, which includes news about Brunswick County's housing growth and a Wilmington budget allocating funds for economic incentives.

• Reappointment of Heather McWhorter
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation by Brunswick Business and Industry Development (Bill Early and Jason Semple)
• Discussion of Economic Development Report (July 2025 News of Interest)
• Next meeting set for August 14, 2025 at Leland Fire Station 51

Board of Adjustment

The Leland Board of Adjustment will hold two quasi-judicial hearings to consider variance requests: one from Sec. 50-17(a)(2) for subdivision design on Tax Parcel IDs 029MA008 and 029MA01007, and another from Sec. 66-359(1)(c) for permanent signs on Parcel ID 047EC003. The board will also approve minutes, introduce new members, and elect officers.

• Variance request from Sec. 50-17(a)(2) for subdivision design on Tax Parcel IDs 029MA008 and 029MA01007
• Variance request from Sec. 66-359(1)(c) for permanent signs on Parcel ID 047EC003
• Approval of April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Introduction of new board members Alan Kerry, Abby Lorenzo, Bill McHugh
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Leland Tourism Development Authority Special Meeting

The Leland Tourism Development Authority is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution R25-002, which would adopt a revised Grant Policy for the LTDA Grant Program. The policy outlines new funding categories, award amounts, and eligibility rules for tourism-related projects. The board will also handle conflict of interest statements and public comment.

• Resolution R25-002 adopting the LTDA Grant Policy
• New grant categories: Multi-Day Festivals, Single Day Events, Public Art, Meetings & Conferences, Tourism Capital Improvement
• Award tiers: up to $20,000 for multi-day events, up to $10,000 for single-day events, up to $5,000 for public art
• Meetings & Conferences and Capital Improvement have no maximum award, case-by-case
• Grant funded by hotel occupancy tax; at least two-thirds must promote travel and tourism

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider recommending adoption of the Leland Integrated Mobility Plan, a consolidated transportation plan that updates and merges several older plans into one document. The board will also review proposed text amendments to the town code regarding model unit marketing centers and flood damage prevention. The meeting includes approval of minutes and routine reports.

• Recommendation for adoption of the Leland Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP), consolidating 2008 bicycle, 2012 street infill, 2013 collector street, and 2016 pedestrian plans into one document with 150 prioritized projects
• Proposed text amendment to Section 66-4 (Definitions) and Section 66-162 (Permitted Use Table) related to Model Unit Marketing Centers
• Proposed text amendment to Chapter 26 (Flood Damage Prevention) of the Town's Code of Ordinances
• Approval of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items, including stormwater agreements, budget amendments, and a contract for IT services. A public hearing will be held on adopting the CAMA Land Use Plan Addendum to the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes announcements, public comment, and staff reports.

• Public hearing on Ordinance ORD-25-006 adopting the CAMA Land Use Plan Addendum to the Leland 2045 Plan
• Budget Amendment BA25-004 appropriating $500,000 from General Fund to Loblolly Park Capital Project Fund
• Budget Amendment BA25-005 reappropriating $1,000,000 in grant proceeds from Old Fayetteville Road to Low County Boulevard culvert replacement
• Resolution R-25-050 authorizing contract for financing purchase of two fire apparatuses
• Resolution R-25-048 updating fee schedules for Planning and Inspections Department

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for its upcoming regular meeting. They will hear a fiscal year grant overview, discuss board and committee appointments, a budget communication plan, and ceremonial recognitions. The council will consider a request to proclaim June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth Day.

• Fiscal Year Grant Overview presented by Grant Manager Sam Cook
• Board and Committee Appointments staff update
• Budget Communication Plan staff update
• Request to proclaim June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth Day
• Next month's discussion topics due to Town Clerk by July 2, 2025

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss a draft Economic Development Incentive Program that would offer grants for job creation, in-fill development, building/site reuse, and facade improvements in the Leland Innovation Park and Gateway District. The committee will also receive an economic development report and approve minutes from the May 8 meeting. No final decisions are expected; the committee will make recommendations to the Town Council.

• Draft Economic Development Incentive Program with grant categories: Incentive Grant, Job Creation, In-Fill Development, Building/Site Reuse, Building Façade and Up-fit
• Program targets Leland Innovation Park (630-acre campus) and Gateway District (west of Village Road interchange with US 74/76)
• Approval of May 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Economic Development Report - June News of Interest
• Next meeting set for July 10, 2025 at Fire Station 51

Board of Adjustment - 10 Jun 2025 - CANCELLED

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for July 8, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in Town Hall.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: July 8, 2025, 2:00 p.m., Town Hall

Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Leland Town Council. The only substantive item is interviews of applicants for town boards and committees; the rest is procedural. No decisions on other matters are listed.

• Board and committee applicant interviews

Leland Tourism Development Authority Special Meeting

The Leland Tourism Development Authority is holding a special meeting to receive presentations and discuss its strategic plan and grant policy. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for presentation and board discussion only. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 7, 2025.

• Presentation and discussion of the TDA strategic plan
• Presentation and discussion of the TDA grant policy
• Next regular meeting set for July 7, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Leland Town Hall

Parks and Recreation Board

The Leland Parks and Recreation Board will discuss programming updates, town events, parks updates, and the 2025-2026 budget. The board will also approve minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes routine items like public comment and staff reports.

• Discussion of 2025-2026 Town of Leland budget
• Programming update including youth program grade-level groupings
• Leland Events update
• Leland Parks update
• Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will review and potentially recommend adoption of the CAMA Land Use Addendum, receive a quarterly update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan, and approve meeting minutes. The agenda also includes routine items like conflict of interest disclosures and monthly staff reports.

• Recommendation for adoption of the CAMA Land Use Addendum (MEMO-25-0054)
• Quarterly update on Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan (MEMO-25-0087)
• Approval of April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0090)
• Conflict of Interest/Disclosure Statement

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for a portion of Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029MA008, and will also consider a consent agenda that includes several resolutions related to stormwater agreements, contract extensions, and a contract for audio-visual equipment. The meeting includes proclamations for Bicycle Safety, Building Safety, and ALS Awareness months, as well as a presentation on the Leland Central Park Concept Study.

• Public hearing on Ordinance ORD-25-005 to amend the Official Zoning Map for a portion of Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029MA008
• Resolution R-25-033 approving a stormwater performance security agreement with Malmo Ventures, LLC for Terrapin Phase 2
• Resolution R-25-035 approving a stormwater performance security agreement with Stanley Martin Homes for Pinewood Phase 1 Section 2
• Resolution R-25-039 authorizing a contract with INA LED US, INC. for audio-visual equipment, installation, and services
• Resolution R-25-034 extending on-call agreements with architectural, engineering, surveying, and geotechnical firms for up to one year

Board of Adjustment - 13 May 2025 - CANCELED

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for May 13, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for June 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in Town Hall.

• May 13, 2025 meeting canceled
• Next meeting: June 10, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in Town Hall

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including a closed session. They will receive updates on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge from NCDOT and the quarterly progress of the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The council will also discuss various staff updates and consider ceremonial proclamations for Building Safety Month and ALS Awareness Month.

• Cape Fear Memorial Bridge update from NCDOT Division Engineer Trevor Carroll
• Quarterly update on Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan implementation
• Proclamation request for Building Safety Month (May 2025)
• Proclamation request for ALS Awareness Month (May 2025)
• Discussion on beautification, video streaming, public notices, and Hurricane Expo

Economic Development Committee

The Leland Economic Development Committee is meeting to approve the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss several economic development topics, including a report from Director Barnes Sutton, an update on the EDC Strategic Plan, a NC Growth County Assessment, and follow-up from the April EDC tour of the Town. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being discussion topics rather than decisions.

• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0075)
• Economic Development Report by Barnes Sutton (May 2025 News of Interest)
• EDC Strategic Plan Update
• NC Growth County Assessment
• April EDC Tour of the Town Follow-Up

Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Leland Town Council. The only substantive item is interviews for board and committee applicants. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Board and committee applicant interviews

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will consider approving a $4,500 audit contract for fiscal year 2024-2025 with Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co, P.A. The board will also discuss updates to its strategic plan, a draft amended grant policy, and engagement opportunities, and hear post-event presentations on the NC Rice Festival and CIAA.

• Resolution R25-001: Adopt audit contract for FY 2024-2025 in the amount of $4,500.00
• Discussion: Strategic Plan Update
• Discussion: Draft Amended Grant Policy
• Presentation: NC Rice Festival Post Event
• Presentation: CIAA Post Event

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider a zoning map amendment for a portion of Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029MA008, along with other routine items. The board will also discuss updates to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, a residential growth summary, and recent legislation. Public comment is scheduled, and the board will approve minutes from the February 25, 2025 meeting.

• Zoning Map Amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029MA008
• Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance Updates
• Residential Growth Summary
• Legislation Updates (MEMO-25-0065)
• Approval of February 25, 2025 meeting minutes

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to adopt the FY25/26 General Fund budget of $48 million, keeping the property tax rate at 27 cents per $100 valuation and the municipal vehicle tax at $30. The agenda also includes several budget-related resolutions, proclamations, and consent agenda items, including a $500,000 transfer for Sturgeon Creek Park and an audit contract.

• Budget Ordinance BO25-001: $48,000,000 General Fund appropriations, tax rate 27.00 cents per $100 valuation
• Budget Ordinance BO25-002: $2,000,000 Powell Bill appropriations
• Resolution R-25-023: Appoints David A. Hollis as Tax Collector, Missy Rhodes as Deputy Tax Collector
• Budget Amendment BA25-003: $500,000 from General Fund to Sturgeon Creek Park Capital Project Fund
• Resolution R-25-027: Audit contract for FY 2024-2025 in the amount of $23,750.00

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including staff updates on video streaming, engagement opportunities, and ceremonial recognitions. The main discussion topic is a memo requesting consideration of several proclamations and presentations, such as National Work Zone Awareness Week, Bicycle Awareness Month, Safe Boating Week, and Municipal Clerks Week. The council will provide direction on these requests.

• Proclamation for National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 21-25, 2025)
• Proclamation for Bicycle Awareness Month (May 2025)
• Proclamation and presentation for National Safe Boating Week (May 17-23, 2025)
• Proclamation for Municipal Clerks Week (May 4-10, 2025)
• Presentation on Central Park Study update (requested for May 15, 2025)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review updated Board and Committee Rules of Procedure adopted by the Town Council. Members will also receive an economic development report and news of interest from Barnes Sutton.

• Update on amended Board and Committee Rules of Procedure (Resolution R-25-011)
• Economic Development Report and News of Interest from Barnes Sutton
• Approval of the February 13, 2025, meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a variance request for a proposed O'Reilly Auto Parts retail store. The applicant is seeking relief from specific building standards related to frontage buildout, side setbacks, and clear glass glazing requirements for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 038HA002.

• Variance request for frontage buildout minimum (80% of lot width) for Parcel 038HA002
• Variance request for maximum side setback of 24' due to existing wetlands
• Variance request for clear glass glazing requirements to use 'SolarCool (2) - Azuaria' glass
• Approval of March 11, 2025, meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Board

The Leland Parks and Recreation Board will discuss program updates, public art collaboration, and LCAC events, and review the amended Board and Committee Rules of Procedure adopted by Town Council. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or financial actions listed.

• Amended Board and Committee Rules of Procedure (Resolution R-25-011) to be reviewed
• Public Art Collaboration discussion
• LCAC Events Update
• Upcoming events: April 1-24 Samantha Spalti Gallery, April 25 Sunset Cruise, May 2 Kids Night Out
• Approval of December 4, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Board - 25 Mar 2025 - CANCELED

The Leland Planning Board meeting scheduled for March 25, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall.

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold a public hearing on the FY25/26 budget and consider adopting the Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan. The consent agenda includes routine items like approving meeting minutes, a civility resolution, personnel plan amendments, and a fire prevention ordinance update. A public hearing and action on a zoning map amendment for a specific tax parcel is also scheduled.

• Public hearing on FY25/26 budget
• Resolution R-25-016 adopting Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan
• Ordinance ORD-25-003 amending zoning map for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029GA006
• Resolution R-25-015 pledging civility in the Town of Leland
• Ordinance ORD-25-004 amending fire prevention and protection code

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for its regular meeting, including a presentation on a Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and discussions on ordinance research, transportation, public safety enforcement, the FY25/26 budget, and economic development. The meeting is primarily a planning session, with no final votes expected.

• Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance presentation
• FY25/26 Budget Discussion
• Ordinance Research update
• Transportation update
• Public Safety Enforcement update

Economic Development Committee - 13 Mar 2025 - CANCELED

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for March 13, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall.

Board of Adjustment

The Leland Board of Adjustment will consider approving amendments to previously adopted meeting minutes and an update to board and committee rules of procedure. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new public hearings or major decisions listed.

• Amend June 25, 2024 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0040)
• Approve July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0039)
• Approve February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0034)
• Update Board and Committee Rules of Procedure (MEMO-25-0038)

Council Special Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding a special meeting for a question-and-answer forum on the FY25/26 budget. The agenda includes only the call to order, pledge, agenda approval, the budget forum, and adjournment, with no other business items.

• FY25/26 budget Q&A forum

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will hold a public hearing and consider approving the FY25/26 budget ordinance totaling $350,000, funded by the 3% occupancy tax. The board will also hear a presentation from Wilmington Downtown Inc., review staff reports, and consider adopting amended rules of procedure. A special meeting is proposed for June 2, 2025, to review the strategic plan.

• Public hearing and potential approval of Budget Ordinance BO25-0001 for FY2025-2026 with $350,000 in expenditures and revenues
• Presentation by Christina Haley, CEO/President of Wilmington Downtown Inc.
• Resolution R-25-011 to adopt amended Board and Committee Rules of Procedure, allowing public comment during action items
• Motion to set special LTDA meeting on June 2, 2025, for strategic plan review
• Approval of January 6, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider adopting the Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan and a zoning map amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029GA006. The board will also receive a quarterly update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan and vote on amended rules of procedure. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Recommendation for adoption of the Leland Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan
• Zoning Map Amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 029GA006
• Resolution R-25-011 approving amended Board and Committee Rules of Procedure
• Quarterly update on Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan implementation
• Approval of December 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Council Special Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on the FY25/26 budget. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for presentation only.

• FY25/26 Budget presentation

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold a public hearing on a conditional rezoning of eight Brunswick County tax parcels and a Master Land Use Plan amendment for the Mallory Creek Plantation Planned Unit Development. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including stormwater performance guarantee agreements with Forestar, a budget amendment for a streamflow project, and the appointment of a town attorney.

• Public hearing on Ordinance ORD-24-019 to conditionally rezone tax parcels 05900009, 0590001004, 0590000914, 0590000915, 0590000918, 0590000920, 0590000921, and 0590000919 for Mallory Creek Plantation PUD
• Resolution R-25-010 appointing a town attorney and approving a legal services agreement
• Budget Amendment BA25-002 appropriating $344,000 in grant funds to the Streamflow Rehabilitation Project
• Three stormwater performance guarantee agreements with Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group for Brunswick Forest Phase 8 improvements
• Resolution R-25-012 authorizing the town manager to negotiate and grant easements on town property

Council Agenda Meeting

The Council will receive a quarterly update on the Leland 2045 plan and discuss affordable housing. They will also take action to schedule a special budget Q&A forum for March 4, 2025.

• Leland 2045 Quarterly Update presentation
• Affordable Housing discussion
• Scheduling a Special Council Meeting for an FY25/26 Budget Q&A Forum on March 4, 2025

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review the January 9, 2025, meeting minutes for approval. The agenda also includes an economic development report from Barnes Sutton.

• Approval of January 9, 2025, meeting minutes
• Economic Development Report by Barnes Sutton

Board of Adjustment

The Leland Board of Adjustment is meeting to approve minutes from two prior meetings (May 28 and June 25, 2024) and to conduct routine business such as public comment. No new substantive decisions or public hearings are on the agenda for this session.

• Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0018)
• Approval of June 25, 2024 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0019)

Council Special Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the town attorney position. The agenda includes a closed session, indicating that the interviews and related discussions will be held privately.

• Town attorney interviews
• Closed session

Planning Board - 28 Jan 2025 - Canceled

The Leland Planning Board meeting scheduled for January 28, 2025, was canceled. The next regular meeting is set for February 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in Town Hall.

• January 28, 2025 meeting canceled
• Next meeting: February 25, 2025, 6:00 p.m., Town Hall

Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Leland Town Council. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being a discussion of the FY25/26 budget. No specific budget details or decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• FY25/26 budget discussion

Parks and Recreation Board

This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular Parks and Recreation Board meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2025 at 6 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 26, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold a public hearing on a conditional rezoning and master land use plan amendment for Mallory Creek Plantation, and consider a $3 million budget amendment for future land purchases. The consent agenda includes terminating development agreements with Renaissance Lifestyle, LLC and H2GO, applying for federal grants for the Hill Lane Extension and Low Country Boulevard culvert projects, and authorizing condemnation for the Ocean Gate Plaza intersection project.

• Public hearing on ORD-24-019 to conditionally rezone 8 Brunswick County tax parcels and approve Mallory Creek Plantation PUD plan amendment
• Budget Amendment BA25-001: $3,000,000 from General Fund to Property Acquisition Capital Project Fund
• Ordinance ORD-25-001: terminate development agreement with Renaissance Lifestyle, LLC
• Resolution R-25-007: mutual termination of H2GO joint undertaking agreement
• Resolution R-25-003: apply for FY2025 RAISE grant for Hill Lane Extension Project

Board of Adjustment

The Leland Board of Adjustment is meeting primarily to approve the minutes from its December 17, 2024 meeting, as required for the town's archives. The agenda includes no new business or public hearings, only routine items like call to order, pledge, and public comment. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 11, 2025.

• Approval of December 17, 2024 meeting minutes (MEMO-25-0007)
• No public hearings or variance requests on this agenda

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including a presentation on the FY25-26 budget strategic initiatives and updates on legislative bills, streets beautification, and ordinance research. The council will also consider setting a special meeting on January 30, 2025, to interview town attorney candidates. Most items are discussion topics, with one potential action item.

• FY25-26 Budget Strategic Initiatives Presentation
• Legislative Bill Update (Councilmember Campbell)
• Streets Beautification Initiative (Councilmember McHugh)
• Ordinance Research (Councilmember Carter)
• Motion to set Special Council Meeting on January 30, 2025 at 10 a.m. for Town Attorney interviews

Economic Development Committee

The committee is reviewing the November 14, 2024, meeting minutes and discussing a new economic development strategic plan. Discussions included branding Leland as an 'Executive Ready Community' and reviewing regional economic data.

• Approval of November 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of the Economic Development Committee Strategic Plan
• Report on the North Carolina Rice Festival and local tourism trends
• Discussion of Frontier Scientific Solutions' $1.5 billion global expansion funding
• Adoption of the 2025 Economic Development Committee meeting schedule

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, hear reports on local events, and discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget and the tourism development strategic plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the budget discussion and strategic plan update.

• Approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentations from Leland Brewing Company (Oktoberfest) and Brunswick Beer and Cider (CiderFest)
• FY25-26 Budget Discussion
• Tourism Development Strategic Plan Update