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NEWSLETTER
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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | February 2-6, 2026
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
N O T I C E O F P U B L I C H E A R I N G
The Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners will hold two upcoming meetings at the
Burgaw Town Center, located at 108 E. Wilmington Street. A Special Meeting and
Work Session originally scheduled for February 2 has been rescheduled for Monday,
February 9, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The purpose of this meeting is to conduct a work
session focused on economic development, as well as to discuss the Town’s priorities
and ongoing projects. All interested parties are encouraged to attend.
The next Regular Board of Commissioners Meeting will take place on Tuesday,
February 10, 2026, at 4:30 PM, with Public Forum and Public Hearing beginning at
approximately 5:30 PM. This meeting will also be held at the Burgaw Town Center.
The meeting agenda will be available on the Town ’s website at burgawnc.gov. The
public is invited to attend, and both oral and written comments are welcome.
Upcoming Board of Commissioners Meetings
February 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Lunch & Learn, an informative midday program designed specifically for adults ages
55 and older, is held monthly by the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department. This
month’s event will take place on Wednesday, February 18th at 12:00 PM at the
Burgaw Town Center, located at 108 E. Wilmington Street.
This month’s session will feature Michele Bennett of Life Care, who will present on
the a spectrum of services provided, offering helpful insight into available care
options and support services available in our community.
Registration is available online at burgawnc.gov/register. For those who prefer to
register by phone, please call 910 -661-3101. Community members ages 55+ are
welcome to attend and take advantage of this informative program.
Registration is now open for February’s Lunch &
Learn
Gala
THE PARKS FOUNDATION OF
BURGAW PRESENTS THE
ANNUAL
Saturday, March 14th
7-10 PM
Historic Train Depot
Enjoy an elegant
evening featuring
dinner, live
entertainment, and
a celebration of
Burgaw—all while
supporting the
Burgaw Parks
Foundation and the
future community
splash pad.
Tickets are $100 per person and
include dinner, drinks, live DJ and
more. For ticket and sponsorship
information, visit
burgawparks.com/mayors-gala,
call 910-300-9011, or email
info@burgawparks.com.

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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 9 | 9:00 AM
Special Board of Commissioners Meeting:
Work Session
Burgaw Town Center
(Rescheduled from February 2)
February 10 | 4:30 PM
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
February 17 | 8:30 AM
Coffee & Conversation
Burgaw Town Center
(Rescheduled from February 3)
February 18 | 12:00 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
Burgaw Town Center
February 21 | 8:00-11:00 AM
Annual NC Blueberry Pancake Breakfast
Burgaw Fire Station
March 2-3 | 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners Special Meeting:
Strategic Planning Retreat
Burgaw Town Center
UPCOMING
MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE
Connecting neighbors. Sharing ideas. Building community.
Coffee & Conversation
Tuesday, February 17 at 8:30 AM
Burgaw Town Center
Whether you’re looking to stay informed, connect with others in the
community, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee and great conversation, all
are welcome to attend. This casual morning gathering offers an
opportunity for town staff, community partners, and residents to come
together to share updates, exchange ideas, and discuss upcoming
events and projects happening throughout the community. Big thanks
to Brown Dog Coffee for generously providing coffee for the event.
The regular Planning Board meeting scheduled for
February 19, 2026 has been canceled. The next regular
Planning Board meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026 at
5:30 PM at the Burgaw Town Center.
Save the Date

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.