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March 29
Town offices closed in
observance of Easter
April 4 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development
Authority Meeting
April 5 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee
Meeting
April 5 | 4:00-6:00 PM
Shred & E-Recycle Event
April 9 | 4:30 PM
Board of Commissioners
Meeting
April 12 | 4:00-8:00 PM
TDA Spring Market
April 17 | 12:00 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
April 18 | 5:30 PM
Planning Board Meeting
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Town of Burgaw Weekly Newsletter | March 25-28, 2024
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The Town of Burgaw Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is thrilled to play
host to another Red Carpet Affair, taking place on May 18, 2024 at the Historic
Burgaw Train Depot.
This adult prom event will look to attract adults in the area twenty-one (21) years or
older and will feature a number of events including dancing, a live DJ, an interactive
photo booth, and the crowning of a prom king and queen.
Refreshments will be provided by Ezzell ’s Catering, LLC of Warsaw, and DJ Ashley
out of Wilmington will be providing DJ services. Beer and wine will be provided by
Burgaw Brewing.
“The community really enjoyed this event last year, and we are looking forward to
hosting it once again, ” said Jayna Augst, Recreation Coordinator for the Town of
Burgaw.
Attendees are encouraged to dress to impress with their favorite evening attire. The
Town is offering tickets for both single folks and couples. Tickets are $25 per person
and are available for ages 21 plus. Tickets can be purchased online at
BurgawNC.gov/redcarpet beginning April 1 at 8:00 am.
The event will be from 7:00 to 10:00 pm at the Historic Burgaw Train Depot, located
at 115 S. Dickerson Street in Burgaw.
Contact the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department for further information at
(910) 300-6401 or recreation@burgawnc.gov.
Shred & E-Recycling Day
Friday, April 5 | 4-6 PM | Town Hall Parking Lot
Free to Burgaw residents. No appointment necessary.
Call 910-663-3441 for questions.
We wish everyone a
Town offices will be closed on Friday, March 29th in observance of Easter
Burgaw to host its second Adult Prom

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This one is for the little ones! Join us for a Tea Party in the Park on
May 11th from 10am-12pm at Hankins Park. Open to ages 0-7, this
day will be full of tea, cookies, ice cream, inflatables, and other kid-
friendly outdoor activities! Wear your best tea party attire! This is a
free event, but please register at burgawnc.gov/register.
Burgaw Parks, Recreation & Tourism presents its first
On March 26, 2024, at approximately 6:20
pm, a fight occurred in the vicinity of 500
West Hayes Street in Burgaw, NC. A family
member of one of the individuals involved in
the fight fired a handgun into the air, “to
break up the fight”.
An officer with the Burgaw Police Department
was in Pender Memorial Park, which is adjacent to the area of the
fight. The officer called for more law enforcement officers as he ran
towards the area where the shots were fired from. Other officers, as
well as Deputies from the Pender County Sheriff ’s Office, responded
to the area.
The subject who fired the gun was quickly taken into custody and the
firearm was seized.
Destiny Autumn Murphy, a 25-year-old, Black Female from Currie, NC
was taken into custody and charged with discharging a Firearm
within the town limits of Burgaw (Misdemeanor). She was given a
court date of June 25, 2024, at 9:00 am, at the Pender County
Courthouse.
This was an isolated incident that did not occur in Pender Memorial
Park but was adjacent to the property. We understand this incident
was extremely concerning for parents and children. In light of this
incident, town and county officials have met to reassess and enhance
safety protocols at Pender Memorial Park. We look forward to
working with the athletic clubs to help keep our parks safe.
We urge anyone with additional information regarding this incident
to contact the Burgaw Police Department or Pender County Sheriff ’s
Office.
Burgaw Police Department and Pender
County Sheriff’s Office respond to shots
fired near Pender County park
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The following item will be heard for
consideration at the Town of Burgaw Board
of Commissioners Meeting on April 9, 2024
beginning at 5:30 PM (or thereabout) at the
Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington
Street, Burgaw. All interested parties are
invited to attend. Written and oral
comments welcome.
Public Hearing Item: Consideration of a text
amendment to the Unified Development
Ordinance requested by Nathan Tew to
Section 10.23 D Access to allow an existing
lot of record with no road frontage one
recorded access easement. Applicant:
Nathan Tew, nate.w.tew@gmail.com, 910 -
262-3428. Assigned staff: Jessica Gray,
jgray@burgawnc.gov, 910-663-3452.
Save the date!
MOVIE IN THE P ARK
April 24 | 8:00 PM | Dees Park
Movie: Paul Blart Mall Cop

The Town of Burgaw is currently accepting applications for
two (2) vacancies on the Tourism Development Authority.
Please visit the town website at burgawnc.gov for more
information and to download an application. Applications
may also be picked up at Town Hall, 109 N. Walker Street.
Completed applications must be submitted to the Town Clerk
at 109 N. Walker Street, Burgaw.
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Buzz on over and “Bee” involved with your town!
Raking Leaves or bagging
grass clippings?
We encourage everyone to use paper bags when
placing leaves or grass clippings by the street!
GET FIT
WITH US
Register at
burgawnc.gov/
register
Spring Boot Camp
Mondays
5:30-6:30 pm
Burgaw Community House
Amber Ostheim, Instructor
Yoga
Tuesdays
6:00-7:00 pm
Burgaw Community House
Karen Lepree, Instructor
Intermediate Step Aerobics
Wednesdays
6:15-7:15 pm
Burgaw Town Center
Tameka Devane, Instructor
Yoga
Thursdays
6:00-7:00 pm
Burgaw Community House
Karen Lepree, Instructor
Advanced Step Aerobics
Saturdays
9:30-10:30 am
Burgaw Town Center
Tameka Devane, Instructor
Happy Easter Everyone!
We are sure everyone is looking
forward to the three day break this
weekend. Hopefully spent with
family and friends enjoying the days.
During the holidays, we are either
getting ready to visit family or
getting ready to host family. It can be
chaotic, so let us help you stay safe.
As we move forward into this holiday
weekend, here are a few safety
treats for your basket:
• Remember, never leave anything you
are cooking unattended.
• Children should not be in close
proximity to hot items that can lead
to burns.
• Make sure anything that can burn is away from heat sources while cooking.
• While participating in all those egg hunts, make sure children stay away
from roads.
• With all the excitement, make sure you are not getting distracted while
driving.
We hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday.
A MESSAGE FROM BURGAW FI RE DEPARTMENT
Your friends at the Burgaw Fire Department

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Fire Chief —The Town of Burgaw (pop. 4,200) is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Fire
Chief perform a variety of tasks in regard to the Fire Department and assist with emergency management as
needed. The Fire Chief is responsible for oversight of the general operations of the fire department including the
development and implementation of all administrative and management programs and the day -to-day fire
department operations. Maintain legally required records and those established by the Fire Department. Please
see detailed job description for certification requirements. Salary range is $66,968 - $95,831 based on
qualifications and experience.
Firefighter/Apparatus Operator - The Town of Burgaw (pop. 4,200) is currently seeking qualified applicants for
the position of Firefighter/Apparatus Operator to perform firefighting and rescue operations in the District. Other
duties include performing maintenance of vehicles and fire station, and representing the Department to the
public at various events. Requirements: High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and three (3)
years of experience in firefighting and one (1) year as a driver operator; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed
above. Please see detailed job description for certification requirements. Salary range is $43,266 - $60,573 based
on qualifications and experience.
Information Technology Manager —will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the town's IT infrastructure,
systems, and services. This role will play a critical role in ensuring the efficiency, security, and reliability of
technology resources to support the town's operations and strategic initiatives. Salary range is $66,968 to
$95,831. Position open until filled.
Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Worker – Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license required; North
Carolina Class B CDL driver's license is preferred. This position works under the general supervision of the
Facilities & Grounds Director and performs general maintenance and landscape design installations as well as
maintenance, repair and construction work on streets and sidewalks for the Town of Burgaw. Salary starting at
$33,822. Position open until filled.
Equipment Operator – The Possession of a North Carolina Class B CDL driver ’s license or the ability to acquire
within one year of employment is required. Must be able to operate a variety of maintenance and construction
vehicles, tools and equipment including but not limited to sewer jet machine, tapping machine, and other
equipment in water and sewer maintenance and construction work. Salary starting at $42,067. Position open
until filled.
Part Time Firefighter – Perform firefighting and rescue operations in the District. Other duties include performing
maintenance of vehicles and fire station, and representing the Department to the public at various events.
Requirements: High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or an equivalent combination of
education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, NC Driver ’s License
with the ability to obtain a Class B NC Driver ’s License within 30 days of employment, and North Carolina
Firefighter 2.
Excellent benefit package. Qualified applicants may pick up applications and a detailed job description at the
Town of Burgaw Municipal Building located at 109 N. Walker St, Burgaw NC or download from town website at
www.burgawnc.gov. Please return completed applications and resumes to Kimberly Rivenbark at 109 N.
Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 or email krivenbark@burgawnc.gov. EOE.
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNI TI ES
For more information, visit burgawnc.gov

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The Town of Burgaw is a sponsor of this event.

Mayor
Olivia Dawson
Mayor Pro Tem
James Malloy
Commissioners
Jan Dawson
Bill George
William Rivenbark
Michael Pearsall
Town Manager
James H. Gantt
Town Clerk
Kristin J. Wells
Town Attorney
Zachary Rivenbark
Town Hall
109 N. Walker St.
Burgaw, NC 28425
910-259-2151
mail@burgawnc.gov
www.burgawnc.gov
Office Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday-Friday
PUBLIC WORKS EMERGENCY
RESPONSE NUMBER
PHONE # 910-470-0457
This phone is only answered after hours,
between 4:30 PM - 7:30 AM, and is for
water and sewer emergencies only. Unless
Public Works has been given prior notice
from Town Hall, Public Works cannot turn
your water on due to non -payment shut
off.
2024 RECYCLING SCHEDULE
EAST side of Railroad
Right-of-way
WEST side of Railroad
Right-of-way
“Railroad Right-of-way” is the Train
Depot at 115 S. Dickerson Street
Utilities
663-3445
Parks & Town Events
300-6401
Human Resources
663-3444
Permitting & Inspections
663-3452
Public Works Department
259-2901
Police Department
Non-Emergency
259-4924
Fire Department
Non-Emergency
259-7494
Elected & Appointed
Officials
Board of Commissioners Meetings
Second Tuesday of every month at 4:30 PM
Public Forum/Public Hearings at 5:30 PM
Planning & Zoning Board Meetings
Third Thursday of every month at 5:30 PM
Tourism Development Authority Meetings
First Thursday of every month at 8:30 AM
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Meetings
Second Monday of February, May, August,
November at 5:30 PM
Police Advisory Board Meetings
Third Tuesday of February, May, August,
November at 5:30 PM
Beautification Committee Meetings
First Friday of every month at 8:30 AM
All meetings listed above are open to the
public; oral and written comments
always welcome. The meetings are held
at the Burgaw Town Center, located at
108 E. Wilmington Street, Burgaw, unless
otherwise posted.
Meeting agendas can be found on the
town’s website at BurgawNC.gov.
Notices for cancelations and special
called meetings will be posted on the
town’s website and weekly newsletter
when necessary.
For questions or assistance, please
contact the Town Clerk at 910-663-3441
or kwells@burgawnc.gov.
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