Planning Students Go To Goldsboro, NC

Planning students went to Goldsboro, NC on a field trip on November 8th, 2018. Our host in Goldsboro was Julie Metz, Executive Director, Downtown Goldsboro Development Corporation. Director Metz gave a presentation on the revitalization of downtown Goldsboro through the Main Street Approach, which focuses on downtown revitalization as a strategy for community development and economic growth. Since 1984 and under Director Metz’s leadership, 650 buildings have been rehabilitated, more than 100 new businesses have opened in the 22 square downtown district, and a Center Street Streetscape implemented.

Participating students had a fantastic experience. The trip was a wonderful opportunity to see planning in action and interact with a local community. Special Thanks to Director Julie Metz, an ECU planning alumni, for her warm welcome to student planners and for taking the time to give us a tour of Goldsboro.