PENDER COUNTY, NC — Pender County is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the launch of the Imagine Pender 2050 Comprehensive Land Use Plan, a major effort to develop a cohesive, countywide vision for future land use, growth, and conservation through the year 2050. As part of this initiative, the County invites residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to participate in shaping the future of Pender County by attending a series of community meetings and sharing their ideas.
The Imagine Pender 2050 plan will guide land use, development, and conservation decisions by setting goals and objectives that will help County officials and policymakers make informed choices for sustainable growth. This process will ensure that Pender County remains a great place to live, work, and play for generations.
Community Input Opportunities
The first round of community engagement will take place this fall, starting the week of September 16th. Residents are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming community meetings to learn more about the Imagine Pender 2050 plan and share their vision for the county's future. Spanish-language materials will be available at all meetings. (Los materiales en Español estarán disponibles en las reuniones comunitarias.)
Community Meeting Schedule:
Tuesday, September 17th, 3-5 PM
Penderlea Auditorium
220 C R Dillard Road, Willard, NC 28478
Tuesday, September 17th, 6-8 PM
Burgaw Rail Depot
115 S Dickerson St, Burgaw, NC 28425
Wednesday, September 18th, 2-4 PM
Atkinson Town Hall
207 N Town Hall Ave, Atkinson, NC 28421
Wednesday, September 18th, 6-8 PM
Willard Outreach Community Center
9955 NC Hwy 11, Willard, NC 28478
Thursday, September 19th, 6-8 PM
Hampstead Auditorium Annex
15060 US 17, Hampstead, NC 28443
Tuesday, September 24th, 4-6 PM
Surf City Municipal Complex
214 W Florence Way, Hampstead, NC 28443
Wednesday, September 25th, 6-8 PM
The Barn at Poplar Grove
10200 US 17, Wilmington, NC 28411
Thursday, September 26th, 6-8 PM
Maple Hill Community Center
4840 NC Hwy 50, Maple Hill, NC 28454
Wednesday, October 2nd, 6-8 PM
Heide Trask High School Cafeteria
14328 NC 210, Rocky Point, NC 28457
Thursday, October 3rd, 6-8 PM
Moore’s Creek Missionary Baptist Church
60 Minuteman Rd, Currie, NC 28435
Online Survey Available
For those unable to attend a meeting in person, there will be an opportunity to provide input online. An online survey will be available on the Imagine Pender 2050 project website (https://www.pendercountync.gov/537/Imagine-Pender-2050-Comprehensive-Plan) starting September 17th and will remain open until October 22nd.
Stay Informed and Get Involved!
To stay updated on the Imagine Pender 2050 Comprehensive Land Use Plan and receive future notifications about the project, please visit the Imagine Pender 2050 project website (https://www.pendercountync.gov/537/Imagine-Pender-2050-Comprehensive-Plan). For additional information, contact Pender County Planning at imagine@pendercountync.gov or call 910-259-1408.
Help shape the future of Pender County by sharing your vision and ideas. Your participation is vital to creating a sustainable and prosperous future for our community!