Help Shape the Future of Transportation in Our Region
Cape Fear Navigating Change 2050 is the Wilmington region’s draft Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP)–a 25-year strategy that outlines future transportation priorities and investments. Developed by the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WMPO), this federally required plan guides how local, state, and federal transportation dollars are spent in the region. Once adopted, it will replace the current MTP, Cape Fear Moving Forward 2045, which will expire in November 2025.
Get Involved – We Want to Hear from YOU!
The public comment period for the draft Cape Fear Navigating Change 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan is open from May 28 to June 27, 2025. This is the second phase of public outreach and a vital opportunity for residents across the Wilmington region to help shape the future of transportation. Public input ensures the final plan reflects the community’s needs, values, and long-term vision.
How to Review the Plan
Please carefully review each section of the plan and consider:
- Clarity – Is the information presented clear and understandable?
- Accuracy – Are the data, maps, and descriptions consistent with your local knowledge?
- Priorities & Projects – Do the goals, strategies, and proposed investments align with our region’s transportation needs & values?
- REMINDER: Malicious or vulgar comments will not be tolerated and therefore will not be considered for inclusion in the document.
- General comments unrelated to the plan are always welcome by emailing them to: wmpo@wilmingtonnc.gov.
View the Draft Plan
You can review the plan online or in person at the following locations:
Online
Chapters:
- Chapter 1 – Introduction
- Chapter 2 – About Our Region
- Chapter 3 – Developing the Plan
- Chapter 4 – Identifying Priorities
- Chapter 5 – The Roadmap to 2050
Appendices:
- All Appendices – A through N
WMPO Office
- 525 N. Fourth Street, Wilmington
Member Jurisdiction Planning Departments
- City of Wilmington – 929 N. Front St. (Skyline Building)
- Carolina Beach – 1121 N. Lake Park Blvd.
- Kure Beach – 117 Settlers Lane
- Wrightsville Beach – 321 Causeway Dr.
- Belville – 497 Olde Waterford Way, Suite 200
- Navassa – 338 Main St.
- Leland – 102 Town Hall Dr.
- New Hanover County – 230 Government Center Dr., Ste. 110, Wilmington
- Brunswick County – 75 Courthouse Dr., Building I, Bolivia
- Pender County – 15060 US 17, Hampstead (Annex)
Libraries
- New Hanover County:
- Main (Downtown) – 201 Chestnut St., Wilmington
- Northeast – 1241 Military Cutoff Rd., Wilmington
- Pine Valley – 3802 S. College Rd., Wilmington
- Pleasure Island – 1401 N. Lake Park Blvd., #72, Carolina Beach
- Brunswick County
- Leland Branch – 487 Village Rd., Leland
- Pender County
- Hampstead Branch – 75 Library Dr., Hampstead
Submit Your Comments Below!
- Please include chapter or appendix title, page number, and section heading your comment refers to.
- Use bullet points or numbered lists to organize your thoughts.
- You may submit multiple comments in a single form.
- If you run out of space, simply submit the form and reopen the link to send another.
The WMPO is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or language access needs. To request accommodation, please contact us at least 48 hours in advance at (910) 341-3258 or wmpo@wilmingtonnc.gov.
How to Submit Comments
By using the online comment form (above).
By Email:
wmpo@wilmingtonnc.gov
By Mail:
Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
525 N. Fourth Street
P.O. Box 1810
Wilmington, NC 28401-1810
In Person at Public Open Houses:
| Date | Location | Time |
| Wed. June 11 | WMPO Office | 5-7 PM |
| Fri. June 13 | Hampstead Kiwanis Park | 6-8 PM |
| Sat. June 14 | Leland Hurricane Expo | 10 AM – 2 PM |
| Mon. June 16 | Wrightsville Beach Farmers Market | 8 AM – 1 PM |
| Wed. June 18 | Virtual Open House | 11 AM – 1 PM |
| Sat. June 21 | Carolina Beach Farmers Market | 8 AM – 1 PM |
| Thu. June 26 | NHC/WFD FIRES Event | 11 AM – 3 PM |
The public comment period closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 27, 2025. Thank you for taking the time to review the draft plan and provide your comments. If you have questions, please email wmpo@wilmingtonnc.gov or call (910) 341-3258.