Month: February 2025

WMPO Board Re-Elects Officers for 2025

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At the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WMPO) Board meeting on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, Hank Miller, Mayor Pro-Tem of Wrightsville Beach, was re-elected as Chairman, and Luke Waddell, Councilmember with the City of Wilmington, was re-elected as Vice Chairman for a one-year term. Officers are elected at the first meeting of each year. The motion to re-elect both officials was carried unanimously by the Board.

Both Miller and Waddell bring extensive leadership experience to their respective roles, having each previously served in these positions. Their re-election reflects the Board’s confidence in their leadership and vision for the future of the organization.

Chairman Miller and Vice-Chairman Waddell look forward to continuing their leadership in guiding WMPO’s initiatives to improve transportation across the Cape Fear region. To view the complete WMPO Board of Directors, click here.

WMPO Launches Inaugural Newsletter

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The Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WMPO) is excited to introduce its new bi-monthly newsletter, an initiative aimed at strengthening communication with member jurisdictions and keeping communities informed about regional transportation planning efforts.

The newsletter aims to provide important updates on policy developments and funding opportunities; project timelines and public comment opportunities; staff highlights, and upcoming events. It serves as a key resource to help members better understand WMPO’s work, stay engaged, and be informed about local and regional transportation planning. To view the inaugural issue, sent January 17th, click HERE.

Moving forward, the newsletter will be distributed via email every other month, with potential for future publication on the WMPO website. It also complements WMPO’s social media initiatives, providing another avenue for engagement and outreach.

Stay informed–sign up today to receive future editions straight to your inbox:
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