PCP: TUE FEB 13: UNCW to Lease Off-Campus Apartments

IN THIS ISSUE: Wilmington Proposes 2.5-Cent Property Tax Hike

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Jason @ Port City Pulse
February 13, 2024

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🎉 Happy Mardi Gras! Mardi Gras, French for "Fat Tuesday," marks the culmination of Carnival season, a period of revelry before the solemnity of Lent in many Christian traditions. It's a time for parades, colorful costumes, lively music, and indulgent feasting, as people come together to enjoy one last hurrah before the fasting and reflection of the Lenten season. So, whether you're dancing in the streets of New Orleans in the bars of Wilmington, let the spirit of Mardi Gras fill your day with joy and merriment! 🎭🎉 

If you think Mardi Gras is a one-day event, you’d be wrong. The 2024 celebrations started on JAN 6 and will finally wind down on FEB 28. Here are some photos and footage from a parade that took place on the FEB 10th, 2024.

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In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • UNCW to Lease Off-Campus Apartments

  • Wilmington Proposes 2.5-Cent Property Tax Hike

  • Recreation complex breaking ground in Surf City this spring

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UNCW to Lease Off-Campus Apartments for Upperclassmen Housing

[The Seahawk] UNCW plans to lease off-campus apartments for upperclassmen due to over-admittance rates. The university aims to accommodate juniors and seniors facing housing shortages by leasing properties like Plato’s Lofts at Randall. The move addresses concerns about limited on-campus housing options for upperclassmen. The master lease agreement is pending Board of Governors approval. While there are no updates on finalizing the terms, UNCW emphasizes simplifying housing payments for students. The initiative aligns with the university's strategic goals and aims to provide viable housing solutions for upperclassmen.

Wilmington Proposes 2.5-Cent Tax Hike for Project Funding Amid Transparency Debate

[WECT] Wilmington proposes a 2.5-cent property tax increase to fund projects, sparking transparency concerns. The financing plan includes $4.8 million from various sources, with a tax adjustment to generate additional revenue. Council Member Kevin Spears questions the council's transparency regarding the Skyline Center purchase. Mayor Bill Saffo defends the purchase, but Spears insists on accountability.

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Surf City's Future Looks Bright with Upcoming Recreation Complex

The Earl G. Inez Batts Recreation Complex in Surf City is set to break ground this spring, featuring a skatepark, playground, volleyball courts, and more on 45.85 acres next to the existing community center. Grant funding of $1 million supports Phase 1 of the project.

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Mardi Gras

Today: 6-9PM @Wine Knot Sky Bar & Lounge-ILM
Dress to impress with your Mardi Gras best and a dazzling mask to join us in embracing the spirit of Mardi Gras in what will seem like a night on Bourbon Street! -$50-100

9th Annual Mardi Gras

Today: 7PM @Waterline Brewing Co.-ILM
9th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration with the Port City Players LIVE @ Waterline Brewing Co. Come jam and celebrate with your friends, family and loved ones. We'll have Chrome Gnome serving New Orleans style food, free king cake, and a whole lotta fun!

Mardi Gras

Today: 6-9PM @Mannkind Brewing-LL
🔥 Come and enjoy Beyond the Bayou with their Cajun food truck serving up authentic and delicious Cajun delights all night long! From gator bites to boudin balls, we've got your taste buds covered. 🍤🌶️

Fat Tuesday Blues Jam

Today: 8PM @Rusty Nail
SPECIAL EDITION Cape Fear Blues Jam celebrating all things Mardi Gras !

Tues Feb 13th 2024 8pm

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