Since the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan was adopted in November 2021, Town staff have been using it as a tool to guide goals and initiatives across all departments.
The purpose of Leland 2045 is to enable Leland officials and citizens to anticipate and constructively respond to growth and change, and to encourage the development of safe and healthy, built, and natural environments that create opportunities for all. The planning document outlines goals, policies, and implementation strategies that were developed through a robust public engagement process.
Through collaboration with Planning staff, the community, and the Leland 2045 Focus Group, the following six themes were created to represent a vision to collaboratively advance the economy, society, culture, and the environment. The accompanying updates have been pursued in accordance with these themes from August to October 2023:
Highly Valued and Protected Natural and Cultural Resources
- Awarded $1,000 from the North Carolina Recreation and Park Association towards the Town’s first Lend a Hand in Leland event.
- The NC Department of Environmental Quality is conducting a Brownfields Assessment for the future Sturgeon Creek Park.
Livable, Diverse, and Connected Neighborhoods that Accommodate Growth
- The Town's application to join FEMA's Community Rating System program as a Class 7 community has been accepted.
A Resilient and Stable Economy
- Emergency Management finalized a Debris Management Plan to assist with community recovery following a natural disaster.
- The Leland Tourism Development Authority awarded the Town $100,000 to go towards the construction of the amphitheater at Founders Park.
- The Communications and Human Resources Departments produced three recruitment videos that emphasize the Town’s culture to attract prospective employees.
- Staff presented the completed Feasibility Analysis and Economic Impact Study for the Jackeys Creek Development and proposed baseball stadium.
An Inclusive, Supported, Healthy, Safe, and Educated Community
- Awarded $2,500 from the Walmart Community Grant Program to purchase medical bags for Police vehicles.
- Awarded $3,300 from the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program.
- The Police Department hosted National Night Out on Oct. 3 to interact with the community and promote neighborhood camaraderie.
- The Police Department hosted National Coffee with a Cop on Oct. 6 to meet and engage with the community.
- Leland Fire/Rescue conducted fire safety educational programs at area schools in October.
- Adopted regulations permitting wireless facilities towers in PUD districts which will expand and improve internet broadband services.
Infrastructure that Supports Community Life
- Opened the new Fire Station 51 along Highway 74/76.
- Closed on the purchase of approximately 190 acres of land for future public use.
An Active Participant in a Cooperative Region
- Planning and Economic and Community Development staff participated in an after work social with members of AARP and community group We Live Here Leland to discuss Town initiatives and hear citizen concerns.
- On Sept. 15, the Planning Department hosted the Town's first Parking Day, a global participatory event promoting safe and equitable access to public spaces and streets.
- Partnered with the WMPO, Town of Navassa, and the Town of Belville to host the fourth annual Brunswick Heritage Riverside Ride
Quarterly updates to Leland 2045 seek to show how departments Town-wide are incorporating the plan’s current and long-range goals. These updates will be shared each quarter with Town Council and on the Town’s website and social media platforms.
View the full quarterly update and newsletter.
Learn more about Leland 2045 and view the full plan.
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