Parks and Recreation Advisory Board August 19, 2026

The City of Wilmington Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met on August 19, 2026, primarily discussing park development and planning initiatives. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed master plan for the 64-acre Enino Sports Park, which was donated to the city and partially developed. The board considered the potential addition of a gymnasium facility proposed by Halo Hoops, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive master plan before committing to construction due to environmental concerns and site limitations. The board supported the idea of conducting a master plan, contingent on budget availability and prioritization alongside other parks needing master plans. Additionally, the board discussed the upcoming acceptance of two parcels of land from the River Lights development, recommending city council approval to accept these parcels for green space preservation, despite no immediate plans for development. Updates on other projects, such as the Greenville Loop Road Park design consultant selection and maintenance improvements, were also provided. Motions were passed to approve meeting minutes and to support the city’s acceptance of the River Lights parcels, with a consensus to endorse the master plan process for Enino Park while balancing other park priorities.