Town of Leland Email Newsletter

Ashli is originally from the Johnston County, N.C. town of Clayton. She moved to the Wilmington area about six years ago to pursue her undergraduate degree at UNCW.

"As I entered into my second year of graduate school, I realized that I couldn’t see myself living anywhere else and decided to make the Cape Fear region my home," says Ashli.

Ashli also says, "In my spare time, I like to shop – a lot. :-) - and go offshore fishing. If its warm out and I'm not at work, you can find me out on the boat."

Ashli completed degrees in Criminal Justice and Political Science from UNCW in 2006. She continued her education at UNCW, completing a Masters in Public Administration (MPA) with concentrations in Urban and Regional Planning and Policy as well as Public Policy Analysis in 2008. Ashli also completed an internship with the New Hanover County Planning Department in 2007-08.

As code enforcement officer, Ashli is part of the Town of Leland's Development Services Department. The department is responsible for setting a positive direction for sustainable growth throughout the Town. The department provides mechanisms to create livable communities while effectively managing development. The code enforcement function pro-actively administers a fair and unbiased effort to correct violations of the Town of Leland’s Code of Ordinances and land use requirements.

The Town of Leland's Code Enforcement officer is dedicated to protecting and promoting public health, safety and welfare, while ensuring every citizen the right to a clean, livable community. Additionally, the Code Enforcement officer serves as both an educator and a valuable resource to ensure a healthy, safe environment.

Leland Police Department announces 2008 Citizens' Police Academy

The Leland Police Department is now accepting applications for its 2008 Citizens’ Police Academy. The academy, which will be held on Wednesdays beginning May 7, will provide participants with a greater understanding of the police department’s operations and the functions of different divisions within the department. Graduation will be held at the Leland Town Council meeting on July 17. Click here for more.

Summer Family Movies in the Park

The Town of Leland's Summer Family Movies in the Park series begins Friday, June 6. Visit our calendar for more information.

Town seeks volunteers for Storm Drain Marking Program

The Town of Leland is seeking volunteers for a town-wide storm drain marking program. In an effort to protect local water quality and help prevent pollution, markers like the one posted below will be placed on all storm drains within the Town limits. For more information, please contact Steven Spruill, the town's Stormwater Manager, at 910-371-0148 x1201 or sspruill@townofleland.com.

Town seeks volunteers for 2008 Founders' Day Committee

The Town of Leland is seeking volunteers for its 2008 Founders' Day planning committee. For more information, please contact Landon Barker at lbarker@townofleland.com.

Planning Board Vacancies

The Town of Leland is currently seeking to fill vacancies on its Planning Board. The Planning Board is a seven member board appointed by Town Council to serve two-year terms. Click here for more information.

Parks & Recreation Board Vacancies

The Town of Leland is currently seeking to fill vacancies on its Parks and Recreation Board. Click here for more information.

Show Your Town Pride: Purchase a Town of Leland license plate

Show your town pride by purchasing a Town of Leland license plate for your car's front bumper.

Plates can be purchased for only $5.00 and are available at Town Hall.

Town of Leland -- Calendar of Events

April 14 - 19 -- Brunswick County Spring Cleanup

Free Disposal at Landfill: Brunswick County’s Spring Clean Up week is Mon. April 14 through Sat. April 19. During this week, Brunswick County residents can dispose of all materials, except regular household trash and land clearing debris, for free. The free disposal applies to materials brought to the landfill in Bolivia only; items will not be picked up with your regular trash service. Businesses or anyone driving a commercial vehicle or trailer will be charged regular tipping fees. The four convenient sites will maintain regular fees during this time. For more information, please call the Brunswick County Solid Waste Department at 253-2520.

April 19 - Homecoming on the River Gospel Concert

The Homecoming on the River Gospel Concert features The Pillar Music Group & Wilmington Celebration Choir. The concert will be held Saturday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. on the recreation field behind Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Drive in Leland.

April 19 - Household Hazardous Waste Collection, Clothing Drive and Electronic Recycling Event

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Brunswick County will collect Household Hazardous Waste, clothing and electronics at Shallotte Middle School on Saturday April 19, 2008 from 9 AM until 2 PM. This is a one-day collection only; items will not be picked up with the regular trash service and will not be accepted at the four convenient sites or at the landfill. This collection will be free for county residents and farmers only; no commercial or industrial waste will be accepted. Household Hazardous Waste is materials that can be toxic, poisonous, flammable, or corrosive. The following materials cannot be accepted: radioactive materials, smoke detectors, infectious or biological waste, propane cylinders, explosives, shock sensitive materials (crystallized ethers, picric acids, etc.), non-household materials, and containers greater than 5 gallons. For more information on Household Hazardous Waste, contact the Brunswick County Solid Waste Department at 253-2520. Electronics, rechargeable batteries, and cellular phones will be collected for recycling. Clothing will also be collected and given to a local charity. Do your spring-cleaning, help your community, and reduce the waste stream all at once with this clothes drive!

April 19 - May 3 - Litter Sweep Roadside Cleanup

The N.C. Department of Transportation's annual Litter Sweep roadside cleanup will take place from April 19 - May 3. Contact Steven Spruill with the Town of Leland's Stormwater Management Division for more information.

April 21 - NC DOT Citizens' Informational Workshop

4 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Leland Middle School, 927 Old Fayetteville Road in Leland. The NC DOT will hold a citizens' informational workshop to discuss the proposed interchange at the intersection of US 74 and Old Fayetteville Road. Click here for more information (PDF file).

Tuesday, April 29 - Final Public Meeting - Bicycle Plan

The final public meeting for the Town of Leland's Bicycle Comprehensive Plan will be held Tuesday, April 29 at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall

June 6 - Friday Night Family Movies in the Park

"Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!"

This event will be held on the recreation field behind Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Drive. 8:30 p.m.

June 27 - Friday Night Family Movies in the Park

"Alvin and the Chipmunks"

This event will be held on the recreation field behind Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Drive. 8:30 p.m.

June 28 - 3rd Annual DARE Car & Motorcycle Show

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Leland Park and Pavilion. More details to follow.

July 18 - Friday Night Family Movies in the Park

"Bee Movie"

This event will be held on the recreation field behind Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Drive. 8:30 p.m.

August 1 - Friday Night Family Movies in the Park

"Nim's Island"

This event will be held on the recreation field behind Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Drive. 8:15 p.m.

Founders' Day - Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008

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