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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | March 16-20, 2026
Temporary closure of W est Fremont Street
scheduled for Monday , March 23
The Special Board of Commissioners meeting with The Parks
Foundation scheduled for March 24, 2026 has been postponed. Stay
tuned for a new date announcement soon.
The next regular Beautification Committee meeting will be held on
Friday, April 10, 2026 at 8:30 AM due to Town offices being closed on
Friday, April 3, 2026 in observance of Good Friday.
MEETI NG NOTI CES
EASTER
EGG
SCRAMBLE
Happening this weekend!
Join the fun!
Saturday, March 21
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Pender Memorial Park
601 S. Smith Street
Activities start at 2:30 PM.
Egg Hunts begin at 4:00 PM.
Don’t forget your baskets!
This event is hosted by
Burgaw Parks, Recreation &
Tourism and Pender County
Parks & Recreation
The Town of Burgaw would like to inform residents and visitors that W. Fremont
Street will be temporarily closed from Dickerson Street to Wright Street on
Monday, March 23, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This closure is necessary to allow
our contractor to safely complete a waterline installation as part of ongoing
infrastructure improvements. While some businesses along this section of
Fremont Street are typically closed on Mondays, our Public Services team has
notified business owners in advance of this work.
We kindly ask for your patience and thank you for your understanding as we
continue working to enhance our community’s utilities and services.
Spring is the perfect time to get outside and explore all that
Burgaw has to offer —and our self -guided walking tour is a
great way to do just that! As the weather warms and flowers
begin to bloom, take a stroll through our charming downtown
and discover the history, architecture, and unique character
that make our town so special.
Whether you're a resident or visiting for the day, the walking
tour offers a relaxing and enjoyable way to experience
Burgaw at your own pace. Brochures are available at Town
Hall—stop by, grab a guide, and enjoy a springtime walk
through our beautiful community!
Step into Spring and Explore Burgaw

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UPCOMING
P U B L I C N O T I C E
March 21 | 2:30-5:00 PM
Easter Egg Scramble
Pender Memorial Park
April 2 | 8:00 AM
West Side Trail Ribbon Cutting
Corner of Dudley Street and Bridgers Street
April 2 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development Authority Regular
Meeting
Burgaw Visitor Center
April 3
Town offices closed in observance of Good
Friday
April 10 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
April 14 | 4:30 PM
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
April 15 | 12:00 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
Registration required
Burgaw Town Center
April 16 | 5:30 PM
Planning Board Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
April 17 | 6:00 PM
Red, White & Bingo
Advance tickets required
Historic Train Depot
April 23 | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Spring Shred & E-Recycle Event
Free, drive-thru event
Town Hall Parking Lot
Beginning April 6, 2026, the Town of Burgaw
Public Services Department will transition to a
new pickup schedule for yard debris, white goods
and construction and demolition (C&D):
Yard Debris Pickup will occur on Mondays and Fridays
White Goods/C&D Pickup will occur on Wednesdays
Please place items out as follows:
Yard Debris
Set by the roadside on Thursday afternoon or over the weekend.
White Goods/C&D
Place out Tuesday evening or early Wednesday morning.
For more information regarding yard debris, white goods and
C&D collection, please visit our website at burgawnc.gov.
We appreciate your cooperation as we work to efficiently
maintain the beauty of our town.
N e w P i c k u p S c h e d u l e
Yard Debris, White Goods and C&D

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Each year, towns across North Carolina enter an important time of reflection and preparation —strategic planning and
budget season. For the Town of Burgaw, this period is about more than spreadsheets and meetings. It is about setting
priorities, listening to the community, and ensuring that the town continues to grow while protecting the character
that makes Burgaw special.
As Burgaw continues to evolve, thoughtful planning helps ensure that we balance responsible growth, strong services,
and long-term community goals.
What Strategic Planning Means for Burgaw: Strategic planning is the process where town leaders step back from day-to
-day operations to focus on the big picture. It is a time when elected officials and staff work together to evaluate where
the town is today and where we want it to be in the coming years.
During this process, town leadership typically focuses on several key questions:
• What are the town’s top priorities for the next few years?
• How do we maintain Burgaw’s small-town charm while planning for growth?
• What investments will strengthen our infrastructure, public safety, and quality of life?
• How can the town best support local businesses, families, and visitors?
Strategic planning helps align everyone—from town staff to elected leaders—around a shared vision for the future.
Following strategic planning comes the annual budget process, which turns priorities into action.
The town’s budget is essentially a roadmap for the upcoming fiscal year. It determines how resources are allocated to
essential services such as:
• Police and public safety
• Streets and infrastructure maintenance
The goal is to ensure that the town remains financially responsible while continuing to provide the services residents
rely on every day.
Every dollar in the budget reflects a choice about what matters most for the community.
Strategic planning and budgeting help ensure that future decisions are made thoughtfully and with long -term
sustainability in mind.
• Parks and recreation
• Community services and town operations
From maintaining our historic downtown to planning
infrastructure improvements and supporting local events and
businesses, the work underway this season will shape the
town’s direction for years to come.
Mayor Dawson
Planning Today for Burgaw’s Tomorrow
Mayor Dawson’s Latest Message from the Community Connection Blog on the Town Website

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Burgaw Parks, Recreation & Tourism Activities and Events
In celebration of our nation’s upcoming
250th birthday, the Town of Burgaw ’s
Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Department invites the community to a
fun and festive evening of Patriotic
Bingo!
Participants are encouraged to show
their patriotic spirit by dressing in their
best red, white, and blue attire. All
bingo prizes will follow the festive
theme, and there will even be a special
prize awarded for the most patriotic
outfit of the night.
The event will take place on April 17,
2026, beginning at 6:00 PM, at the
Historic Burgaw Train Depot. The cost
to participate is $10 per person, which
includes three bingo cards. Please note
that everyone attending must be
registered in advance. Register online
at burgawnc.gov/bingo.
For additional information, please
contact recreation@burgawnc.gov or
call 910-300-6401.
Bring your patriotic spirit and join us
for a fun-filled evening as we celebrate
this historic milestone together!
Red, White, &
BINGO!
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. A food truck and
playground will be on site.
Humphrey Farms is located at 6611 NC Hwy 53 West in Burgaw.
Community Yard Sale
Spots are filling quick!
Register online at
burgawnc.gov/register
Happening this weekend!

2026 MAYOR’S GALA
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Your support is helping turn a vision into a vibrant
community space that will bring joy to our community for
generations. Thank you for believing in the future of Burgaw.

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.