JUST 👏 SIGN 👏 UP 👏 FOR 👏 LEND 👏 A 👏 HAND 👏 YOU'LL 👏 HAVE 👏 FUN 👏 SERVING 👏 YOUR 👏 COMMUNITY 👏 TRUST 👏 US Why not give us a hand, Leland? Better yet, bring a few friends and make it several. 🙌 Lend a Hand Leland is coming up Saturday, Oct. 3, with volunteer projects happening throughout the community. Whether you want to help clean up, plant, collect donations, assist with food distribution, or pitch in another way, there’s a spot for you. We’ll kick things off at Founders Park at 8 a.m. before volunteers head out to their project locations at 9 a.m. Registration is required, so sign up now and spend your Saturday morning doing some good around Leland. Find the registration link below or in the comments! 👇

Hold on to that feelin', Leland. Departure takes the stage tonight! 🎶 The Journey Tribute Band continues our Live in Leland series at 6 p.m. at the Founders Park amphitheater, and admission is ✨FREE!✨ Before you head our way, here's what you'll want to know: 🎒 WHAT TO BRING: Grab a folding chair or picnic blanket and come prepared with water, sunscreen, and bug spray. You're welcome to bring a cooler, but please leave any outside alcohol at home. 🚗 WHERE TO PARK: Limited parking, including accessible parking, will be available at Founders Park. Overflow parking will be available at First Baptist Church (517 Village Road) and North Brunswick High School (114 Scorpion Drive), with multi-use paths connecting both locations to the park. An accessible shuttle will run between North Brunswick High School and the park from approximately 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 🍴 BRING YOUR APPETITE: Food trucks will be on site, along with a beer garden featuring Leland Brewing Company and Brunswick Beer and Cider for guests 21 and older. 🎉 MORE TO DO: The splash pad and playground will be open, and we'll have yard games to enjoy throughout the evening. We'll see y'all tonight! Streetlights, people, good tunes, all of it 😎🎶

🗓️ Leland, we’ve got a little Monday meeting preview for you. The next Town Council Agenda Briefing is set for Monday, Aug. 17, at 1 p.m. at Town Hall. Here’s a quick look at some items Council will discuss: ✅ Leland 2045 quarterly update ✅ Introduction of the Fiscal Year 2027-2028 budget calendar and communication plan ✅ Council feedback on draft Article 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance, which focuses on the zoning map and districts You can find the full agenda here 👉 https://ow.ly/L06X50ZyFzP

It’s easy to see we’ve got a pretty great crew around here. 😎🔥 And we’re looking for a Fire Marshal to join us! The position offers a salary range of $81,200 to $101,500, and applications are open through Aug. 19. Think you’d be a good fit? Take a closer look and apply today at townofleland.com/jobs.

No judgment here if hurricane preparedness has been sitting on your to-do list. The good news is we’ve already done the hard part. Our Hurricane Guide includes information on emergency kits, evacuation routes, evacuation zones, local alerts, and more to help you get started before the busiest part of the season arrives. Learn more at townofleland.com/prepare 🌀

Even the dragonflies are taking it easy the rest of this week. 🥵 Leland, with temperatures in the 90s and heat index values climbing above 100°, the next few days are going to be hot, humid, and downright sticky. If you'll be spending time outdoors, remember to: • Drink plenty of water. Like, so much water. • Take frequent breaks in the shade or in air conditioning • Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing • Save strenuous activities for the early morning or evening whenever possible • Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke • Check on neighbors, friends, and family members who may be more vulnerable to the heat Take a page from our little friend here and find a cool spot whenever you can. Stay safe, Leland. 💙 📷 Kevin Knapp

You best believe we're believin'. 🎶 Lately, we've had the strange feeling that someone, somewhere, has been playing Journey songs around Town Hall. We can't prove it, but we have our suspicions. 👀 DEPARTURE: The Journey Tribute Band, kicks off the Live in Leland series at the Founders Park amphitheater on Thursday, Aug. 13. The show starts at 6 p.m., admission is free, and the evening will also feature food trucks, yard games, the splash pad, the playground, and a beer garden featuring Leland Brewing Company and Brunswick Beer and Cider for guests 21 and older. Limited parking will be available at Founders Park, with overflow parking available at First Baptist Church and North Brunswick High School. An accessible shuttle will run between North Brunswick High School and the park from approximately 5 to 9:30 p.m. We'll see you at the park. Streetlights, people, lawn chairs, the whole thing!

We don't always set the trends, but caring about what comes next for Leland’s parks is pretty hot right now! 🌳 The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan community survey is still open, and if you live within Town limits, we’d love to hear what you think before it closes Sept. 14. Your feedback will help guide future decisions about parks, trails, open space, recreation programs, and other amenities across Leland. A few minutes of your time now can help guide years of park planning. Take the survey today using the 🔗 in the comments below!

We’re sending a well-earned congratulations Tyler’s way! 👏 Tyler Barth, a construction engineer with the Town, recently earned his SCM Inspection & Maintenance Certification. The certification qualifies him to inspect stormwater systems and recommend needed maintenance, helping ensure they continue working properly throughout Leland. Way to go, Tyler! 🎉

Curious how the Town measures progress? There’s now one place to take a closer look. 👀 Our new Transparency Portal lets residents explore interactive charts and graphs, track departmental performance, and follow progress toward the 2030 Strategic Plan. The data also helps guide budget decisions and future investments. Explore the new Transparency Portal by following the 🔗 below.

Unlike Odysseus, you won't have to spend 10 years searching for this month's newsletter. It's waiting for you right here. 👀 Check the 🔗 below to read the August edition of Leland's Latest and to sign up to have future newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.

It’s been a few days, but we’re still smiling 😊 Thank you to everyone who helped make the Founders Park Grand Opening such a memorable evening. Here’s one last look at some of our favorite moments. 💙