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NEWSLETTER
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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | August 4-8, 2025
In the State of the Town Address on August 7th, Mayor Dawson
celebrated Burgaw ’s strong growth, rich history, and community
spirit, highlighting recent achievements such as downtown
revitalization, park improvements, business growth, facility upgrades,
and progress on infrastructure master plans. Looking ahead, priorities
include continued street, sidewalk, and utility upgrades, expanded
parks and recreation amenities, downtown enhancements, and public
safety investments, all while managing growth pressures, parking
challenges, and budget constraints. The $10.94M budget, supported
by a modest property tax increase, focuses on infrastructure, safety,
and quality of life, with a commitment to fiscal responsibility,
community engagement, and preserving Burgaw’s small-town charm.
To view Mayor Dawson ’s State of the Town Address, please visit
burgawnc.gov/stateofthetown.
State of the Town: Stability , Growth and Community Investment
On Monday, August 4th, James
Rowell joined the Town of Burgaw
family as the next Chief of Police.
Chief Rowell will serve alongside
current Chief Jim Hock through
the end of August, ensuring a
smooth transition of leadership.
Chief Hock, who has faithfully
served the community for many
years, will retire at the close of
the month. On September 2nd, Chief Rowell will officially take the
oath of office and assume his new role as Burgaw ’s Chief of Police.
The Town extends its gratitude to Chief Hock for his dedicated service
and looks forward to welcoming Chief Rowell as he begins this new
chapter in protecting and serving our community.
The Town of Burgaw proudly welcomes James
Rowell as its next Chief of Police

August 11 | 5:30 PM
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
August 12 | 4:30 PM
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
August 14 | 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Summer on the Square Concert: Thirsty
Horses
Courthouse Square
August 15 | 6:00 PM
Back to School Bingo
Pre-registration required.
Historic Train Depot
August 20 | 12:00 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
Pre-registration required.
Burgaw Town Center
August 21 | 5:30 PM
Planning Board Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
September 1
Town offices closed in observance of Labor
Day
September 4 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development Authority Regular
Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
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UPCOMING
N O T I C E O F P U B L I C H E A R I N G S
The following items will be heard for consideration at the Town of
Burgaw Board of Commissioners Meeting on August 12, 2025
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.
Agenda Item 1: Consideration of a preliminary plat for a Major
Subdivision (Quasi -Judicial) on an existing RA, Rural Agricultural
district for a 191 -lot single -family detached residential development
located at 2630 NC HWY 53 W (PIN: 3218 -28-4425-0000). Applicant
Elizabeth Shelton on behalf of D.R. Horton Inc. Assigned Staff: Ron
Meredith, rmeredith@burgawnc.gov, 910.663.3451
Agenda Item 2: Consideration of a Special Use Permit (Quasi -Judicial)
for a Planned Building Group to be on an existing O&I (Office &
Institutional) district for a 135 -unit townhome development located
on the east side of US HWY 117 and North of Anne P. Faison Rd (PIN:
3229-81-3143-0000, 3229 -81-9004-0000, 3229 -91-4024-0000, and
3229-90-7421-0000). Applicant, Robert J. Hollis on behalf of Tribute
Companies, Inc., and Mark L. Maynard Sr. Assigned Staff: Ron
Meredith, rmeredith@burgawnc.gov, 910.663.3451
A quasi-judicial hearing is a special type of meeting where a
board or committee makes a decision that is similar to what a
judge would do in court.
In simple terms:
• It’s not a regular public meeting where people just share
opinions.
• It’s more formal and rule-based — like a mini court
hearing.
• The board has to listen to evidence, follow the law, and
stay neutral.
• People who speak must have factual information or expert
knowledge (not just personal opinions).
• Decisions must be based only on the facts presented at the
hearing — not personal feelings or outside pressure.
These hearings often happen when deciding things like:
• Special use permits
• Variances
• Zoning appeals
So, think of it as the board putting on a judge’s hat to make a
fair and legal decision about someone’s property or request.
FACT OVER FEELI NGS:
How Quasi-Judicial Hearings Work
SAVE THE DATES
Fall Concerts
September 25 & October 23
Movies in the Park
October 3 & November 7

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BACK TO SCHOOL BINGO
• Just $10 per person – includes 3 reusable bingo cards
• Pre-registration is required
• Register online at burgawnc.gov/bingo
• Begins at 6 PM. Doors open at 5:45 PM.
Join us for a fun-filled evening at the Historic
Burgaw Train Depot on Friday, August 15!
Don’t miss your chance to win prizes and
celebrate the back-to-school season with
friends, family, and plenty of BINGO fun!
Burgaw Parks, Recreation & Tourism Activities and Events
Vendor Registration is open!
Visit burgawnc.gov/autumnfest for
more information!
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10:00 AM—4:00 PM
Save the date!
Senior
Coffee & Games
Every Friday from 10 AM—12 PM
Burgaw Town Center
Free for ages 55+

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Burgaw Parks, Recreation & Tourism Activities and Events

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
Norwood P. Blanchard, III
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 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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