The mission of the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WMPO) is to develop and implement a comprehensive multi-modal transportation plan that supports the existing and future mobility needs and economic vitality of the lower Cape Fear Region. This shall be accomplished by protecting the environment, safeguarding social equity, improving quality of life, growing the local economy, and providing safe and efficient transportation options. This is achieved through the long-range transportation planning process, which includes a comprehensive, continuous and cooperative approach partnering with citizens and participating members.

Member Organizations

• City of Wilmington (lead planning agency)
• Town of Carolina Beach
• Town of Kure Beach
• Town of Wrightsville Beach
• New Hanover County
• Town of Belville
• Town of Leland
• Town of Navassa
• Brunswick County
• Pender County
• Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority
  (d/b/a WAVE Transit)
• North Carolina Board of Transportation

Projects Underway

• Market Street Corridor Study
• Dow Road Widening & Extension Study
• Walk Wilmington Pedestrian Plan