Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Wilmington public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in parks rec with medium priority
Eastlawn Playground land donation
The new owner of the old PepsiCo bottling site on Governor Printz Boulevard donated the parcel with the community basketball court to the city. Eastlawn keeps its court, and taxpayers see no new cost since the city has maintained it for decades.
Future of the Wilmington Hispanic Festival
Council members learned the 50-year-old Hispanic festival may leave Wilmington after this year, citing funding struggles. Cabrera called the potential loss shameful and pledged to fight for city support.
NOMA Library Grand Opening
The new $27 million North Market Street library opens Saturday with events from 10 am to 5 pm, and Saturday will be declared NOMA Day in Wilmington.