Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Wilmington public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in development with medium priority
Rebuilding Mother African Union Church
The historic Mother African Union Church burned down in May 2026. Council chipped in $11,650 from members' discretionary funds toward its rebuilding through the Peter Spencer Family Life Foundation.
Housing conditions and landlord accountability
A self-described well-educated resident described renting from a slumlord with rodents, black mold and flooding, and repeatedly facing eviction, asking whether people like her are allowed housing and equal opportunity in Wilmington.
Vacant property fee relief for small developers (held)
The proposal would wipe out delinquent vacant-property registration fees for small developers who commit to building affordable housing — removing a barrier that can stack up to big lien amounts. Held, no vote.
Downtown Business Improvement District extension
Downtown Visions, funded by business fees rather than city money, gets its district extended to 2039 — supporting cleaning, safety outreach and small-business programs downtown.
Online Rental Property Registry
Landlords will soon be able to register rental properties and get business licenses online rather than traveling to city hall — a quality-of-life upgrade meant to improve landlord engagement and rental housing safety.