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May 1 | 9:00 AM
Special Board of
Commissioners Meeting:
Budget Work Session
May 2 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development
Authority Meeting
May 2 | 12:00 PM
National Day of Prayer
May 3 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee
Meeting
May 11 | 10 AM-12 PM
Tea Party in the Park
May 13 | 5:30 PM
Parks & Recreation Advisory
Committee Meeting
May 14 | 4:30 PM
Board of Commissioners
Meeting
UPCOMI NG
Town of Burgaw Weekly Newsletter | April 22-26, 2024
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On April 19th, Town Clerk Kristin Wells,
attended the Regional Master Municipal
Clerks Academy in Morehead City. The
academy was hosted by the University of
North Carolina School of Government
and the North Carolina Association of
Municipal Clerks. Key speakers were
Kristina Wilson, Assistant Professor of
Public Law and Government, and
Christine Wunshe, Director of the
Legislative Reporting Services for the
School of Government. Topics of
discussion included Serving at the
Pleasure of the Board, Ethics and Conflicts
of Interest for Clerks,
How a Bill Becomes
Law in North Carolina,
and Key Statutory
Changes and Case Law
Updates.
Town Clerk attends regional
academy in Morehead City
MOVIE IN THE PARK
April 26 | 8:00 PM | Dees Park
Dees Park is located on Courthouse
Avenue between the Courthouse
and Depot. Bring lawn chairs,
blankets and snacks!
Town staff would
like to remind
everyone of our
internet purchase
exchange location!
This offers a safe
environment with cameras for people to
meet after purchasing something off of
the internet. We encourage all citizens
to utilize the meetup spot in front of the
Burgaw Police Department/Town Hall,
located at 109 N. Walker Street, when
meeting someone you do not know for
an item purchased online.
Don’t forget about our
internet exchange location
of
PRAYER
N A T I O N A L D A Y
THURSDAY, MAY 2
12 NOON
COURTHOUSE SQUARE
We invite you to join us as we
pray for our town and nation

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Mayor Dawson proclaims April 28-May 4
as National Small Business W eek
WHEREAS America’s strongest economic growth in almost 40
years has been driven by the resilience of our small businesses
that, despite a worldwide pandemic, continue to pioneer innovative
solutions to our country ’s greatest challenges and create
opportunities for families and workers; and
WHEREAS small businesses remain the heartbeat of our
communities and the American economy, employing more than
half of our Nation ’s workers, inventing and innovating to launch
new technologies and create new American-led industries,
enriching our Main Streets, making parts and products in America
to fuel our supply chains, and building our Nation ’s infrastructure;
and
WHEREAS historic investments made through the President’s
American Rescue Plan, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act,
CHIPS and Science Act, and Inflation Reduction Act will ensure
small businesses have access to federal capital support, technical
assistance, contracting opportunities, and other resources to help
lead the way as we rebuild America ’s roads and bridges and build
a clean energy economy for the future; and
WHEREAS when we support small businesses, jobs are created,
and local communities preserve their unique culture; and
WHEREAS entrepreneurship continues to be one of the best
pathways to the American Dream, evidenced by the remarkable
small business boom, with more than 10.5 million Americans
applying to start a business since January 20, 2021 — more than in
any other two-year period in American history; and
WHEREAS by renewing our commitment to supporting small
businesses, we can maintain our global competitiveness and build
a stronger Nation where everyone can succeed - from the bottom
up and middle out; and
WHEREAS the President of the United States has proclaimed
National Small Business Week every year since 1963 to highlight
the programs and services available to entrepreneurs through the
U.S. Small Business Administration and other government
agencies; and
WHEREAS the Town of Burgaw supports and joins in this
national effort to recognize the contributions of small businesses to
the American economy and their importance to ensuring that our
local communities remain as vibrant tomorrow as they are today.
NOW, THEREFORE , I, Olivia Dawson, Mayor of the Town of
Burgaw, do hereby proclaim April 28 through May 4, 2024, as
NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK.
Dated the ninth day of April, 2024.
Olivia Dawson, Mayor
Over half of all home electrical fires
involve lighting equipment or home
electrical wiring
• Plug only one heat-producing appliance
(such as a coffee maker, space heater, or
microwave) directly into a wall outlet at
a time.
• Extension cords should only be used
temporarily. Have an electrician install
additional wall outlets where you need
them.
• Never use an extension cord with a heat-
producing appliance.
• Don’t overload extension cords or wall
outlets.
• Check your electrical cords. If they are
cracked or damaged, replace them.
Don’t try to repair them.
• Use light bulbs that match the
recommended wattage on the lamp or
fixture.
• Electrical work should only be done by a
qualified electrician.
REMINDERS FROM YOUR FRIENDS AT
BURGAW FIRE DEPARTMENT
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON FIRE
SAFETY, VISIT WWW.NFPA.ORG

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NOTI CE OF SPECI AL MEETI NG
The Board of Commissioners will be having a special meeting on May 1,
2024 at 9:00 AM for a Budget Work Session in preparation of the FY 2024-
2025 budget. This meeting will be held at the Burgaw Town Center, 108 E.
Wilmington Street, Burgaw. All interested parties are invited to attend.
The weather is getting
warmer and pools are
popping up all over
town. Be sure to
contact us before you
start filling your swimming pool. Each
year, we like to remind our residents that
an adjustment can be made to the sewer
portion of their utility bill when filling a
pool– only if accurate meter readings are
on file! So, before you turn the water on,
call us so we can obtain an accurate
reading before and after filling your pool.
For questions regarding pool fills, please
contact our Customer Service
Representative at 663-3445.
Contact us before filling
your pool
B E WA R E O F T H E
GREASE GOBLIN
Most sanitary sewer backups occur between your home and the town’s sewer main? You can help prevent a costly and
unsanitary overflow by following a few simple steps:
• Scrape excess grease in a container and dispose of it in the garbage.
• Place food scraps in waste containers or garbage bags for disposal with solid
wastes, or start a compost pile; promote use of scraping ware prior to washing.
• Place a wastebasket in the bathroom to dispose of solid wastes. Disposable
diapers and personal hygiene products do not belong in the sewer system.
• Promote the concept of “3 R’s” - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
• Pour grease, fats, and oils from cooking down the drain.
• Use the toilet as a wastebasket.
• Use the sewer as a means of disposing food scraps.
DO:
DO NOT:
Did you know...
The Burgaw Police Department would like
to remind residents and family members
of the RU Okay? Program. The program
calls individuals weekly to check their
safety and security. The program is open
to Burgaw residents who are elderly, shut
ins, or just could use someone to check in
on them throughout the week. Those
individuals are also notified during
inclement weather conditions such as
hurricanes or ice storms of safety
concerns. If you or a family member are
interested in being added to the program,
please contact the Burgaw Police
Department at 910-259-4924.
Police Department’s RU
Okay Program
The town has a
historical self-
guided walking
tour! Pick yours
up at Town Hall
today!

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!
GET FIT
WITH US
Register at
burgawnc.gov/
register
Spring Boot Camp
Saturdays in May
9:00-10:00 am
Burgaw Town Center
Amber Ostheim, Instructor
Yoga
May 2, 9, 14, 28
6:00-7:00 pm
Burgaw Community House
Karen Lepree, Instructor
Intermediate Step Aerobics
Mondays in May
6:15-7:15 pm
Burgaw Town Center
Tameka Devane, Instructor
Advanced Step Aerobics
Wednesdays in May
6:00-7:00 pm
Burgaw Town Center
Tameka Devane, Instructor
Water Service Line Inventory Program
Over the next few months, Public Works staff, in compliance with
NCDEQ and the EPA, will be digging at customer’s meter box to
verify connection types on both sides of the meter. We appreciate
your cooperation during this time.
For more information on this project, please visit our website at
BurgawNC.gov/WSLIP.
NOTI CE FROM PUBLI C WORKS
The Town of Burgaw is a sponsor of this event.

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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
SUMMER ON THE
SQUARE 2024
TH URSDAYS
6:30 PM -8:30 PM
Food trucks will be on site
May 30
The Pink Slips
June 13
Carl Newton’s Review
June 27
Autumn Tyde
July 11
Chocolate Chip & Co
July 25
Jim Quick & Coastline
Mark Your Calendars!

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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