This year, our team added even more holiday cheer to Leland in Lights with the beautifully restored Leland Christmas Tree Farm red truck. Our Public Works team took on this new project and spent months bringing this 1953 Chevy back to life, transforming it from green to the perfect holiday red with in-house paint, detailed body work, new windows, and tires. Please join us in thanking and applauding our crews for their incredible craftsmanship and dedication. A true labor of love we hope becomes a cherished holiday photo tradition for years to come.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Leland Hyer and Frank Pendleton, the newest members of the Leland Town Council! 🎉 We can’t wait to see how their leadership over the next four years will continue to strengthen and enhance our community.

⚠️ Traffic Alert: Town Hall Drive will be closed from 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19, through 9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, for Leland in Lights. Traffic will be diverted to Perry Avenue. Please drive carefully in the area. 🎄

Please join us in thanking Richard Holloman and Bill McHugh for their dedicated service on the Leland Town Council! Their commitment has made a lasting impact on our community, and we are sincerely grateful for the time and energy they have devoted to serving our residents. Thank you, Richard and Bill, for your years of leadership.

We're taking action to reduce flood risks in the Stoney Creek neighborhood by applying for a FEMA Hazard Mitigation subgrant to purchase and remove 13 flood-prone homes. These properties are located in a Special Flood Hazard Area near wetlands, making this project a key step in protecting residents and preventing future damage. You can submit comments to FEMA through Jan. 2 by mail or email. Learn more about the subgrant and how to submit comments 👉 https://ow.ly/EMSW50XLtGl

The Town Council Meeting will be held Thursday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. at the Leland Cultural Arts Center. Here’s a quick look at what’s on the agenda: ✅ Mayor’s Citizen of the Year ✅ Fiscal year end 2025 audit presentation ✅ NC State Auditor’s presentation ✅ Recognition of outgoing councilmembers ✅ Oath of Office for new councilmembers ✅ Amending the Terrapin PUD Master Land Use Plan View the full agenda 👉 https://ow.ly/7KGa50XKPX3

🎄✨Last call for the Leland Express! Hop on this weekend before the Leland Express returns to the station. And don’t worry, Leland in Lights will continue to shine bright through Jan. 4! Check out the Leland Express schedule and food trucks 👉 https://ow.ly/nwuu50XHA2C

With the holidays coming up, we want to share a quick reminder about trash and recycling services in Leland. GFL Environmental handles all residential trash and recycling collection, including schedules and service requests. If you have questions about upcoming holiday pickup changes, please reach out to GFL directly. Landfill and convenience site locations are managed by Brunswick County, including hours, fees, and accepted materials. Learn more about trash and recycling services 👉 https://ow.ly/ayQP50XHtSc

The Planning Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 6 p.m. at Fire Station 51. Here’s a quick look at what’s on the agenda: ✅ Proposed rezoning of 1.45 acres near Hawthorne Waterside apartments from residential to commercial ✅ Leland 2045 quarterly update View the full agenda 👉 https://ow.ly/WaxK50XGViX

The Town Council Agenda Meeting will be held Monday, Dec. 15, at 1 p.m. at the Leland Cultural Arts Center. Here’s a quick look at what’s on the agenda: ✅ New staff introductions ✅ Public Safety presentation on a potential new camera program ✅ Agenda review for the Regular Council Meeting View the full agenda 👉https://ow.ly/izfE50XIp0h

The Audit Committee Meeting will be held Monday, Dec. 15, at 12:30 p.m. at Leland Cultural Arts Center. Here’s a quick look at what’s on the agenda: ✅ Fiscal year end 2025 audit presentation View the full agenda 👉 https://ow.ly/lBHj50XH7B9

✨ All aboard the Leland Express! 🚂🎄 Ride through Leland in Lights for free tonight and on Dec. 13, 19, and 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. Bring the family and let the magic of the season sweep you away as you explore the newly opened Founders Park, twinkling with holiday lights and festive cheer! Learn more about what to expect when you ride the Leland Express 👉 https://ow.ly/YF5b50XHzTK