The proposed budget includes funding adjustments across key departments, including Land Use & Planning, Licenses & Inspections, and Real Estate & Housing. (Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko)

Wilmington wraps FY 2026 budget hearings, final vote due by June 1

Claudia EstradaGovernment, Government & Politics, Headlines

WILMINGTON — After five weeks of departmental hearings, Wilmington City Council has concluded its review of Mayor Carney’s proposed $201.6 million general fund and $95.4 million water/sewer utility budget for Fiscal Year 2026. READ: Mayor Carney outlines his $200 M budget at latest Town Hall meeting The Council must now finalize and adopt a balanced budget by June 1, or …