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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | January 20-23, 2026
The Parks Foundation of Burgaw is excited for the upcoming Annual Mayor ’s Gala,
taking place on Saturday, March 14 th, 2026, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Historic
Burgaw Train Depot.
The Mayor ’s Gala will bring together community members, local businesses, civic
leaders, and supporters to honor Mayor Dawson's accomplishments and reflect on the
Town’s growth and success. The evening will feature an elegant dinner, live
entertainment, and a keynote speech by the mayor. A highlight of the evening will be
the presentation of Mayor Dawson’s Organization/Business of the Year Award to GAF
Roofing, in recognition of their generous recent donations supporting the community
splash pad project.
The evening will be hosted by Jeff Rivenbark, a Burgaw, North Carolina native and
familiar face from WWAY-TV in Wilmington, NC. The title sponsor for the 2026 Mayor ’s
Gala is Duke Energy, whose continued support helps make this important community
event possible.
The Mayor ’s Gala is designed to raise awareness about the many exciting things
happening in Burgaw while also serving as a major fundraiser for the Burgaw Parks
Foundation, whose current focus is raising funds to construct a community splash pad
that will benefit families for generations to come.
“The Mayor’s Gala is incredibly important to our Foundation, ” said Sydney Lewis, Chair
of the Burgaw Parks Foundation. “It allows us to bring the community together to
celebrate all that makes Burgaw special while also raising critical funds for projects like
the community splash pad. This event represents growth, pride, and investment in
Burgaw’s future.”
Community members, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to attend and
support this memorable evening dedicated to celebrating Burgaw and investing in its
future. Tickets are $100 per person and include dinner, drinks, a live DJ, a silent
auction, awards, and guest speakers.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities can be found at www.burgawparks.com/mayors-
gala, by contacting the office of the Parks Foundation on (910) 300-9011, or by emailing
info@burgawparks.com.
2nd Annual Mayor’s Gala Set for March 14 at Historic Burgaw Train Depot
Where Community Comes Together to Shape Burgaw’s Future
Photos from the 2025 Mayor’s Gala

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The Town of Burgaw invites residents, local
organizations, and business owners to join us for
Coffee & Conversation on Tuesday, February 3,
2026, at 8:30 AM at the Burgaw Town Center. This
casual morning gathering provides an
opportunity for town staff and community
partners to come together, share updates, and
discuss upcoming events and projects
happening around town.
Whether you’re looking to stay informed,
connect with others in the community, or simply
enjoy a cup of coffee and good conversation,
all are welcome to attend. We hope you can
join us for this engaging and informative start to
the day.
Cof fee
Conversation
&
Summer Camp 2026 Registration opens soon!
Ages 7-12 | June 1-July 24 | Registration begins February 2
VISIT BURGAWNC.GOV/CAMP FOR MORE INFORMATION
NOTICE OF PUBLI C HEARING
The following item will be heard for consideration at the
Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners Meeting on
February 10, 2026 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 proposed rezoning request
for ±3.7 acres of land from R -20, Residential District, to B -2,
Highway Business District, located on the western side of NC
HWY 53 and can be further identified by PIN 3229-57-8886-
0000 and 3229-57-9962-0000. Applicant Henry Nadeau on
behalf of Mt. Calvary Leadership Development Corporation,
Inc. Assigned Staff: Ron Meredith, rmeredith@burgawnc.gov,
910.663.3451
February 2 | 9:00 AM
Special Board of Commissioners Meeting:
Work Session
Burgaw Town Center
February 3 | 8:30 AM
Coffee & Conversation
Burgaw Town Center
February 5 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development Authority Regular
Meeting
Burgaw Visitor Center
February 6 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
February 6 | 6:30 PM
Daddy Daughter Dance
(Sold out event)
Historic Train Depot
February 7 | 6:30 PM
Mother Son Dance
(Sold out event)
Historic Train Depot
February 10 | 4:30 PM
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
February 18 | 12:00 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
Burgaw Town Center
February 19 | 5:30 PM
Planning Board Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
UPCOMING

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NOTI CE OF SPECI AL BOARD OF COMMI SSI ONERS MEETI NG
February 2, 2026 | 9:00 AM | Burgaw Town Center
The purpose of this meeting is to hold a work session to discuss
economic development, priorities and projects of the town. All
interested parties are invited to attend.
We are currently accepting applications for two volunteer vacancies on the
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee and one vacancy on the
Beautification Committee.
These committees work closely with town staff and leadership to support
parks projects, recreational programs, beautification initiatives, and
community improvement efforts. Applicants for the Beautification
Committee must live within the corporate limits of Burgaw or the ETJ.
Applicants for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board must live within the
28425 postal code.
Applications are available online at burgawnc.gov or at Town Hall. Submit
completed applications to Kristin Wells, Town Clerk, at 109 N. Walker Street
or email kwells@burgawnc.gov.
Do you love Burgaw and want to help shape its future?

Geol Toon Yaar Bund
Upcoming Events
with the Burgaw Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department
03/06/26
Puzzle Palooza 6:00 PM
Burgaw Town Center
$25 per team. Register at
burgawnc.gov/puzzle
03/18/26
Lunch and Learn 12:00 PM
Monthly senior luncheon with
guest speaker.
Registration required at
burgawnc.gov/register
03/21/26
Easter Egg Scramble 2:30 PM
Pender Memorial Park
No registration needed. Learn
more at burgawnc.gov/easter
05/09/26
Tea Party in the Park 10:00 AM
Hankins Park
No registration needed
Intended for children ages 0-7
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03/14/26
Mayor's Gala 7:00 PM
Burgaw Train Depot
Tickets and sponsorships
availabe at
burgawparks.com/mayors-gala
03/20/26
Arbor Day
Annual Tree Planting Ceremony
and Tree Giveaway
Learn more at
burgawnc.gov/trees
04/17/26
Red, White and Bingo 6:00 PM
Burgaw Train Depot
$10 Entry Fee. Registration at
burgawnc.gov/bingo
05/16/26
Adult Prom
Burgaw Train Depot
Registration and info at
burgawnc.gov/prom.
7:00 PM
Contact 910-300-6401 or
recreation@burgawnc.gov for more information
burgawnc.gov/events

Mayor
Olivia Dawson
Mayor Pro Tem
James Malloy
Commissioners
Bill George
William Rivenbark
Michael Pearsall
Myra McDuffie
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
Connect with us!
Board of Commissioners Meetings
Second Tuesday of every month at 4:30 PM
Public Forum/Public Hearings at 5:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington St.
Planning Board Meetings
Third Thursday of every month at 5:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington St.
Tourism Development Authority Meetings
First Thursday of every month at 8:30 AM
Burgaw Visitor Center (Old Jail)
106 E. Wilmington St.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Meetings
Second Monday of February, May, August,
November at 5:30 PM
Burgaw Visitor Center (Old Jail)
106 E. Wilmington St.
Beautification Committee Meetings
First Friday of every month at 8:30 AM
Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington St.
CURRENT MEETI NG
SCHED ULE
All meetings listed above are open to
the public; oral and written
comments always welcome.
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.