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BEHIND THE SCENES | Keep Downtown Turning Around
Kimberly Van Dyk, Downtown Development Director During 2019 and the beginning of 2020, Wilson Downtown Development announced many great projects, both new-build and redevelopment of existing properties in Historic Downtown Wilson. Even though things have changed globally in March and April, we believe our #downtownturnaround can keep moving forward! We want you to know that the health and safety of the Wilson community at large, as well as that of downtown’s residents, workers, and visitors, is of the utmost importance to us in downtown development. We also want you to know that, right now, downtown businesses and nonprofits need your help more than ever. |
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COVID-19 Business Assistance Resources Added
During Quarantine Restrictions 1. Shop in store or virtually. 2. Purchase custom or corporate gifts from retailers who
take orders over the phone or online. 3. Place orders now for wholesale products that you will need later
in the year from downtown businesses. 4. Order takeout or delivery from restaurants and,
if you can, tip generously. 5. Donate to, or become a member of, our nonprofits. 6. Visit a downtown park or public space or just take a relaxing,
socially distanced stroll. 7. Leave 5 star reviews for Historic Downtown Wilson and downtown
businesses and nonprofits that you love. 8. Promote positive experiences on social media. 9. Participate in downtown virtual events and activities. 10. Monitor Historic Downtown Wilson, businesses and non-profits
social media pages to monitor changes and campaigns. 11. Positively comment on and share posts by Historic
Downtown Wilson and individual businesses and nonprofits. 12.Ask a small business owner how you can help them. |
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Wilson Transit Changes From Fixed Routes
To Passenger-Scheduled Rides In response to the current public health situation, beginning Monday, April 13, passengers of Wilson Transit will need to call to schedule a ride. Call 252-291-2850 or 252-399-2490 between 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays or 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. |
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Wilson Farmers & Artisan Market
Adapts to Social Distancing In order to comply with the stay-at-home order, the third season of the Wilson Farmers & Artisan Market will have a new look and process. Beginning Saturday, May 2, 2020, there will be a "drive-thru" market at the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, 301 Goldsboro St S.
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$100 Million Dollar Pine Street Redevelopment Project Approved by City Council The Wilson City Council approved a pivotal agreement for the Pine-Nash Street area of Historic Downtown Wilson at its February 20 meeting. The Master Development Agreement with NSV Wilson follows the October 2019 announcement of a large-scale redevelopment of that area, including a new residential/retail mixed-use development and a Wilson Family YMCA. The entire project, which includes the new BB&T/now Truist building brings nearly $100 million in investment in Historic Downtown Wilson. When that major announcement was made, the City also announced a forthcoming agreement with NSV Wilson and a comprehensive parking solution for the area.
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Pine / Tarboro Street Conversation Delayed The COVID-19 outbreak has forced a delay in the a long-planned change in downtown traffic patterns. Wilson officials had requested the one-way to two-way conversion project of Pine and Tarboro streets to the NC Department of Transportation in order to improve traffic flow and increase economic development in downtown. The city made infrastructure improvements along these state-maintained roads in preparation for the conversion, with Wilson agreeing to take over the maintenance once the project is complete. However, the COVID 19 pandemic has changed the way NC DOT able to operate, so the conversion, which as slated to begin in late March, is delayed. More details may be found here on the City of Wilson website.
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Wilson City Council Honored as Wilson's 2019 North Carolina Main Street Champions The 2019 North Carolina Main Street Champions, individuals who work and advocate for revitalized downtowns, were recognized for their commitment at a recognition ceremony in New Bern last month. Wilson Downtown Development staff and board nominated the Wilson City Council as the 2019 Wilson Main Street Champions.
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Kick your Zoom, GoToMeeting, or WebEx backgrounds up a notch with photos of Historic Downtown Wilson.
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Wil't'son Limelight Facebook Group Provides Platform for Performing Artists During Covid restrictions, Wilson Downtown Development, the Arts Council of Wilson, and the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park have launched a new Facebook group to support local musicians and dancers while, at the same time, providing entertainment for the Wilson community. The platform allows the sharing of talents through live streaming or video posts.
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