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NEWSLETTER
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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | February 23-27, 2026
Our Town. Our Story.
Celebrating 147 Years of Burgaw
Every town has a story and we have ours. Established in
1879, our community has grown from its humble
beginnings into the charming and welcoming town we
all love today.
For 147 years, Burgaw has been a place where tradition
and progress come together, where neighbors support
one another, and where we continue to build on the
foundations laid by those who came before us.
From railroad roots and agricultural heritage to a
thriving historic downtown, Burgaw ’s story is one of
resilience, vision, and community pride.
Burgaw’s early growth was fueled by the railroad and
agriculture. Over time, blueberries and farming
traditions helped shape our identity — and still do. From
seasonal festivals to small -town gatherings on the
courthouse square, we continue to celebrate the
heritage that brought us here.
As mayor and as a proud member of this community, I
often reflect on how that moment in history continues
to influence who we are and where we’re going.
Happy 147th Birthday, Burgaw!
Mayor Dawson
Board of Commissioners to hold
Annual Strategic Planning Retreat
The Burgaw Board of Commissioners will hold its annual
Strategic Planning Retreat on March 2 and 3 at the
Burgaw Town Center, beginning at 9:00 AM each day.
This special meeting provides an opportunity for the
Board and Town staff to collaborate, review priorities,
and prepare for the upcoming fiscal year budget.
During the retreat, discussions will focus on long -term
planning, departmental needs, capital projects, and
strategic goals to ensure continued responsible growth
and service to the community.
As with all official meetings, the retreat is open to the
public, and all interested parties are invited to attend.
These upgrades are part of our ongoing commitment to
providing safe, reliable, and high-quality water service for
every resident, business, and visitor.
Our Public Works team and trusted contractors are
replacing aging water lines and upgrading infrastructure.
Many of our existing lines are original to the system and
due for replacement. These improvements will:
• Reduce the risk of leaks and breaks
• Improve water reliability and quality
• Support future growth and development
• Lower long-term maintenance costs
Our team is working hard to complete these projects as
efficiently and safely as possible. We truly appreciate
your patience, cooperation, and understanding as we
make these important upgrades.
W ater line replacement and
improvement projects are underway
throughout Burgaw

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March 2-3 | 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners Special Meeting:
Strategic Planning Retreat
Burgaw Town Center
March 5 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development Authority Regular
Meeting
Burgaw Visitor Center
March 6 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
March 6 | 6:00-8:00 PM
Puzzle Palooza
(Sold out event)
Burgaw Town Center
March 10 | 4:30 PM
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
March 14 | 7:00-10:00 PM
Mayor’s Gala hosted by The Parks
Foundation of Burgaw
(Tickets required)
Historic Train Depot
March 18 | 12:00 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
Burgaw Town Center
March 19 | 5:30 PM
Planning Board Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
March 20 | 4:00 PM
Arbor Day Ceremony
Corner of Dudley Street and Bridgers Street
March 21 | 2:30-5:00 PM
Easter Egg Scramble
Pender Memorial Park
April 2 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development Authority Regular
Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
UPCOMING
Downtown and Courthouse Avenue
Revitalization Project
You may have noticed sidewalk repairs and
construction activity happening in our
downtown and along Courthouse Avenue
— and we’re excited to share that this is all
part of our continued revitalization efforts!
These improvements are focused on making
our downtown safer, more walkable, and
even more inviting for residents, visitors,
and local businesses.
What’s happening now and what’s ahead:
• Sidewalk repairs and accessibility upgrades
• Power lines being placed underground for a cleaner,
more attractive streetscape
• Additional post lighting to enhance charm, safety, and
visibility
• And more improvements to come—stay tuned!
This investment reflects our commitment to preserving
Burgaw’s historic character while building a vibrant future.
Thank you for your patience during construction —the end
result will be something our entire community can be proud
of.
The workshop covered key areas of municipal governance —
from ethics and finance to planning, roles, and
responsibilities—providing a valuable perspective on how we
can best serve our residents and support our staff. Local
government decisions directly
impact everyday life, and
continuing education like this
helps ensure those decisions are
thoughtful, transparent, and
grounded in best practices and
state municipal laws.
Board members attend Essentials of
Municipal Government W orkshop

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Local Wellhead Protection Program Plan
The Town of Burgaw, with assistance from the North Carolina Rural
Water Association, is in the process of updating a Local Wellhead
Protection Program Plan. This is a voluntary program intended to
assist us in protecting the system ’s water supply from
contamination, and to identify vulnerable areas around our wells
called the “Wellhead Protection Areas ”. Another goal of this
program is to make residents and businesses aware that chemicals
and other pollutants spilled or dumped in the vicinity of the
“Wellhead Protection Areas ” can be drawn into the wells, possibly
contaminating the system’s drinking water supply.
The Town is asking for your assistance in developing this program.
A draft copy of the Wellhead Protection Plan will be available for
review and comment on the town ’s website and at the Burgaw
Town Hall, located at 109 North Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425.
You are invited to review the program and submit any comments
or suggestions to the Town of Burgaw. All written public
comments will be reviewed by the Wellhead Protection
Committee, and any suggestions or comments that may be
beneficial will be incorporated into the program. Comments on the
draft will be received for 30 days.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact
Town Hall at 910-259-2151.
PUBLI C NOTI CE
Members of the Burgaw Board of
Commissioners recently attended the State
& Town Dinner on February 25th in
Wilmington, hosted by the North Carolina
League of Municipalities. The annual event
brings together municipal leaders from
across North Carolina to connect,
collaborate, and discuss issues impacting
cities and towns statewide.
TOWN & STATE DINNER
Spring Shred &
E-Recycle Event
SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, April 23
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.
Internet Purchase Exchange Location
4:00 PM
to
6:00 PM

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Our T own, Our People
It was a BERRY sweet
morning in Burgaw at
the Annual Blueberry
Pancake Breakfast on
February 21st at the
Burgaw Fire Station!
Photo credit: NC Blueberry Festival Association
Join the Burgaw Tourism Development Authority for a Community Yard Sale just in time for spring cleaning! This
event will be at Humphrey Farms collaborating with Visit Burgaw on March 21! Vendors will be on site from 9:00
am to 2:00 pm.
This event is open to the public and free to attend. To be a vendor, sign up with Humphrey Farms by
contacting 910 -524-7455 or humphreyfarmsinc@gmail.com. Vendor spots are $15 and are limited. Vendors
can bring your gently used clothes, tools, furnishings, and more!
A food truck and playground will be on site.
Humphrey Farms is located at 6611 NC Hwy 53 West in Burgaw, NC. Visit Burgaw is excited to partner on this
event.
Community Y ard Sale

Arbor Day
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Burgaw Parks, Recreation & Tourism Activities and Events
March 20, 2026
Tree Planting Ceremony will be
held at 4:00 PM at the corner of
Dudley Street and Bridgers Street.
This year, we are giving away free
1-gallon live oak trees. Must be a
Town of Burgaw resident within
the corporate limits. Only one tree
per household.
Visit BurgawNC.gov/trees for
information and to register for the
tree giveaway.
There are still spots
available for Summer
Camp! Check out the
dates and info at
burgawnc.gov/camp
Don’t miss the fun!
Celebrating
Hop on over to Pender Memorial Park for an Easter Egg
Scramble on Saturday, March 21!
Join the Town of Burgaw and Pender County Parks and
Recreation Departments from 2:30 to 5:00 pm for an
afternoon packed with games, inflatables, a chance to meet
the Easter Bunny, and of course, egg hunting fun!
Be sure to bring your baskets, and we can ’t wait to celebrate
with you!
Activities will be from 2:30 to 5:00 pm, and the age -separated
egg scrambles will begin at 4:00 pm. Learn more at
burgawnc.gov/easter.
Easter Egg Scramble
Save the date!
R E D , W H I T E & B I N G O
A p r i l 1 7 | 6 : 0 0 P M | D e p o t
S t a y t u n e d f o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n

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.