JACKSONVILLE – The N.C. Department of Transportation will hold an open house and public hearing regarding the proposed extension of Jacksonville Parkway tomorrow.
The proposed project would extended Jacksonville Parkway in Onslow County from N.C. 53 (Western Boulevard) to U.S. 17 (New Bern Highway) to improve overall mobility in the area, alleviate traffic congestion and provide alternative routes for drivers.
The public hearing is scheduled for:
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
Open House: 5:30 p.m.
Public Hearing: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Jacksonville Commons Elementary School
1121 Commons Drive North
Jacksonville, NC
The public may attend at any time during the above hours, but the presentation will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will be streamed live. NCDOT representatives will be available to answer questions and receive comments regarding the proposed project. The opportunity to provide verbal comments and/or submit written comments and questions will be provided. Project details and maps can be found at the NCDOT public input webpage.
The opportunity to submit written comments will be provided at the meeting or can be submitted via phone, email or at NCDOT’s public input portal by Nov. 28, 2025.
NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for people who wish to participate in this workshop. Anyone requiring special services should contact Emily Richards at 919-707-6014 as early as possible.
Those who do not speak English, or have a limited ability to read, speak or understand English, may receive interpretive services upon request prior to the meeting by calling 1-800-481-6494.