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The next regular Board of Commissioners meeting is
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM, with Public Forum
and Public Hearings beginning at 5:30 PM (or
thereabout). This meeting will be held in the Burgaw
Town Center, located at 108 E. Wilmington Street,
Burgaw. The meeting agenda can be found on our
website at burgawnc.gov. All interested parties are
invited to attend. Oral and written comments welcome.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners will
hold a budget public hearing during the regular
Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for
January 14, 2025. This public hearing is to allow for
early citizen input in preparation of the adoption of
the FY 2025-2026 annual operating budget in June.
The meeting will be held at the Burgaw Town
Center, 108 E. Wilmington Street, and will begin at
4:30 PM, with the public hearings beginning at
5:30 PM or thereabout. All interested parties are
invited to attend.
Board of Commissioners
meeting to be held January 14
NEWSLETTER
Our T own
Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | January 6-10, 2025
Happy New Year, Burgaw!
As we welcome 2025, I am filled with optimism and
excitement for the opportunities ahead. This past
year has been a testament to our community ’s
resilience, collaboration, and commitment to
making Burgaw a wonderful place to live, work, and
visit. Together, we ’ve accomplished so much, and I
know we can achieve even greater things in the year
to come.
2025 holds exciting prospects for our town. We ’ll
continue to build on the progress we ’ve made,
foster new projects, and strengthen the connections
that make Burgaw special. Whether it ’s enhancing
infrastructure, hosting engaging community events,
or advancing initiatives that support growth and
sustainability, we are ready to take on the
challenges and opportunities of the new year.
I encourage everyone to stay involved and engaged.
Your voices, ideas, and contributions are what make
Burgaw thrive. Let ’s work together to ensure this
year is filled with positivity, progress, and success.
Here’s to a bright and prosperous 2025 for all!
A Message from the Town Manager

January 14 | 4:30 PM
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Public Forum begins at 5:30 (or thereabout)
Burgaw Town Center
January 15 | 12:00 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
Advance registration required
Burgaw Town Center
January 16 | 8:30 AM
Coffee & Conversation
Burgaw Town Center
January 16 | 5:30 PM
Planning Board Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
January 20
Town offices closed for Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day
January 28 | 8:00 AM-9:00 AM
Chat with the Chiefs
Piggly Wiggly
January 29 | 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners Special Meeting:
Work Session
Burgaw Town Center
February 6 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development Authority Regular
Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
February 7 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
February 7 | 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Daddy-Daughter Dance
Advance registration required
Burgaw Train Depot
February 8 | 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Mother-Son Dance
Advance registration required
Burgaw Train Depot
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UPCOMING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
The following items will be heard for consideration at the
Town of Burgaw Planning Board Meeting on January 16, 2025
beginning at 5:30 PM at the Burgaw Town Center, 108 E.
Wilmington Street, Burgaw. All interested parties are invited
to attend. Written and oral comments welcome.
Item 1: Consideration of a draft chapter for the proposed New
Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), which includes
Chapter 2- Administration, by Planning Staff to review as part
of the UDO rewrite process . Assigned staff: Ron Meredith,
rmeredith@burgawnc.gov, 910.663.3451.
Item 2: Consideration of a draft chapter for the proposed New
Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), which includes
Chapter 3 - Administrative Procedures, by Planning Staff to
review as part of the UDO rewrite process. Assigned staff: Ron
Meredith, rmeredith@burgawnc.gov, 910.663.3451.
Item 3: Consideration of a draft chapter for the proposed New
Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), which includes
Chapter 7 - Nonconformities, by Planning Staff to review as
part of the UDO rewrite process. Assigned staff: Ron Meredith,
rmeredith@burgawnc.gov, 910.663.3451.
Notice of Special Meeting
The Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners will hold
a special meeting on January 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the
Burgaw Town Center, located at 108 E. Wilmington
Street. The purpose of this meeting is to hold a work
session to discuss priorities and projects of the town. All
interested parties are invited to attend.
Planning Board

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
One (1) Beautification Committee Member
One (1) Tourism Development Authority (TDA) Member
One (1) Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Planning Board Member
Must reside within the town’s ETJ. Call the Planning Department at 910-663-3451 for
additional information.
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 should be submitted to the
Town Clerk at 109 N. Walker Street, Burgaw.
If you are looking at building a fence, making renovations
or adding a tool shed on your property, there are several
steps you need to take before getting started. Always
contact the Burgaw Planning & Inspections Department to
get the permits you need before starting work. You can
find the permit application on our website at
burgawnc.gov.
Take note before making your list
of spring projects!
For further questions, please call 910-663-3452
Thinking of putting up a shed, digging a new sprinkler
system or setting up a fence around the yard? Before you
dig, call NC811! Today, more and more of the utility
companies that supply your home or business with power,
heat, water, telephone, sewer, gas, and cable television
service are delivering those services underground.
Fortunately, you can find out where public utility -owned
lines are buried on your property by contacting 811 either
by phone or online. NC811 will notify our member utility
companies of your excavation needs and those utilities
will have professional locators mark their buried lines, free
of charge.
Before you dig, call NC 811 first!

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B U R G A W F I R E D E P A R T M E N T N E W S
Happy New Year to Our Fire Department Family and Community!
As we step into 2025, it ’s a perfect time to reflect on the growth and accomplishments of the
past year, which has been marked by significant change and progress for our fire department.
2024 brought many exciting developments for us. We are thrilled to welcome a new Fire Chief
and a full -time Fire Marshal to our leadership team. Additionally, our department has grown
with the addition of several new members to both our Full -Time and Part-Time rosters, further
strengthening our ability to serve and protect the community.
It was a busy year for our department, and we are proud to share the following milestones
from 2024:
• We responded to a total of 869 emergency calls.
• Our team dedicated 4,241.4 hours to training, ensuring that we are always prepared for any situation.
• We had the honor of attending and hosting over 70 events, which allowed us to engage with and educate the
public.
• Our outreach efforts reached over 9,000 individuals across various events and initiatives.
As we begin 2025, we are already off to a fast start. Since January 1st, we have already responded
to 25 calls, showcasing our ongoing commitment to serving our community at any moment.
However, it ’s important to acknowledge the weather conditions we are currently facing. The
colder temperatures and dry conditions have led to multiple brush fires that have escalated due
to dry fuels. We strongly urge everyone to exercise caution when engaging in any outdoor burning
activities. If possible, we encourage you to delay burning until conditions improve.
Additionally, please remember that there is no burning permitted within town limits, as debris
pickup services are provided to help maintain cleanliness and safety in the area.
As winter weather sets in, please take extra precautions to stay both warm and safe. When using space heaters, always
remember to turn them off before leaving a room unattended or going to sleep. Additionally, never use stoves or ovens as
a primary heating source, as they present significant fire hazards.
Let’s work together to ensure a safe and prosperous 2025 for everyone in our community. We are grateful for your
continued support, and we look forward to
another year of service, growth, and
collaboration.
Until Next Week,
Your Burgaw Fire Department
I N T E R E S T E D I N B E C O M I N G A
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER?
VISIT BURGAWNC.GOV FOR MORE INFORMATION
JUNIOR FIREFIGHTER PROGRAM ALSO AVAILABLE

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PA R K S F O U N DAT I O N O F BURGA W
Visit www.burgawparks.com for more information
Scan to make a donation towards the Splash Pad Fundraiser!

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.
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
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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