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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | June 1-5, 2026
Grab your friends to join the fun
Blueberry Bingo Night is coming to
the Burgaw Train Depot, and the
community is invited to join in on an
evening of fun, laughter, and a little
friendly competition.
The event will take place on Tuesday,
June 16, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at
the Burgaw Train Depot. Participants
can enjoy multiple rounds of bingo
while celebrating Burgaw ’s blueberry
spirit in a festive atmosphere.
Registration is $10, and participants
may play a maximum of three cards
per person. Attendees are also
encouraged to get into the fun by
dressing in all things blue!
Get your tickets now and register online at burgawnc.gov/bingo.
Blueberry Bingo Night is another exciting way for residents and visitors
to come together, enjoy the community, and celebrate all things
blueberry!
Calling all puzzle lovers!
Get ready for an evening of
teamwork, friendly competition, and
puzzle-solving fun at the Burgaw Town
Center! The Town of Burgaw invites
the community to participate in a
Team Puzzle Competition on
Wednesday, June 17, from 6:00–8:00
PM.
Teams of 2–4 participants will race
against the clock — and each other —
to complete a 750 -piece puzzle first.
The cost is $25 per team, and advance
registration is required. Space is
limited to just 10 teams total, so early
registration is encouraged. Teams
must register together as one group.
All ages are welcome to join the fun.
To register, visit burgawnc.gov/puzzle.
Citizen Input on the FY 2026 -2027 Budget: This public hearing is intended to provide residents and interested parties an
opportunity to speak on the proposed FY 2026 -2027 budget. Please note that consideration of the proposed FY 2026 -2027
budget for formal adoption is anticipated to occur at a Special Council Meeting scheduled for June 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM.
Bingo, Blueberries &
Burgaw Fun!
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Upcoming Town Council Meeting set for June 9
The next regular Town Council Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026, beginning at 4:30 PM, with Public Forum and
Public Hearing beginning at 5:30 PM (or thereabout). The meeting will be held at the Burgaw Town Center, located at 108 E.
Wilmington Street, Burgaw. The meeting agenda and livestream access can be found on the Town’s website at burgawnc.gov.
All interested parties are invited to attend. Oral and written comments are welcome.

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UPCOMING
June 9 | 4:30 PM
Town Council Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
June 16 | 6:00 PM
Blueberry Bingo
Historic Train Depot
June 17 | 5:30 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
Burgaw Town Center
June 17 | 6:00 PM
Team Puzzle Competition
Burgaw Town Center
June 18 | 5:30 PM
Special Board of Adjustment Meeting and
Regular Planning Board Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
June 18 | 6:30-8:30 PM
Summer on the Square Concert
Courthouse Square
June 19 –20
North Carolina Blueberry Festival
Downtown
June 26-27
Juneteenth Celebration
Downtown
July 3
Town offices closed in observance of
Independence Day
July 4 | 10:00 AM
4th of July Parade
Downtown
July 10 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
Public Notice
Attention Seniors:
Senior Coffee & Games have been
cancelled for the months of June and
July. The fun will resume in August!
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Burgaw Board of
Adjustment will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday,
June 18, 2026, at 5:30 PM at the Burgaw Town Center,
located at 108 E. Wilmington Street, Burgaw, North
Carolina, to allow public comment in consideration of a
minor special use permit for an accessory apartment/
dwelling unit in the R -7, Residential District, located at
701 W Wilmington St. (PIN: 3229 -02-7450-0000). The
request would permit an accessory apartment/dwelling
unit to be built as an accessory to the existing principal
structure. Applicant: Joseph Keech. Contact Ron Meredith,
Planning Director, 910-663-3451.
Following the Special Board of Adjustment Meeting on
June 18, 2026, the Planning Board will allow public
comment in consideration of a proposed rezoning request
for ±21.53 acres of land from R -20, Residential District, to
RA, Rural Agricultural District, located on the southern
side of NC Hwy 53 (PIN: 3219 -70-1651-0000). Applicant:
Anton and Jennifer Devries. Contact Ron Meredith,
Planning Director, 910-663-3451.

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Communication is one of the most important responsibilities of local government. Residents rely on the Town's
Facebook page for updates on meetings, public notices, community events, emergency information, projects, and
other important news that affects daily life in our community.
Recently, the Town made the decision to disable comments on its official Facebook page. We understand that some
residents may have questions about this change, and we want to provide some insight into why this decision was made
and what it means moving forward.
The Town's Facebook page is intended to serve as an official communication channel. It allows us to quickly share
accurate information with residents and visitors while ensuring that important announcements are easily accessible to
everyone.
While social media platforms provide opportunities for discussion, they also present unique challenges for government
agencies. Unlike personal or private business accounts, local governments must consider legal obligations, public
records requirements, consistency in moderation, and the appropriate use of taxpayer-funded resources.
When a local government operates a social media page, comments and interactions may be considered public records.
Managing and monitoring social media comments requires staff time and resources. As a local government, our priority
is serving residents through essential services, public safety, infrastructure improvements, community programs, and
responsive customer service.
Public Input Remains Important
Residents continue to have numerous opportunities to share feedback, ask questions, and engage with Town
leadership, including:
• Attending Town Council meetings
• Participating in public hearings
• Contacting Town Hall by phone
Town Communication: Committed to Keeping
Burgaw Residents Informed and Engaged
Mayor Dawson’s Latest Blog on the Town Website
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These channels allow for meaningful dialogue and ensure that concerns are addressed in an official and accountable
manner.
The Town remains committed to keeping residents informed and engaged. Our goal is to provide clear, accurate, and
timely information while maintaining responsible stewardship of public resources and complying with applicable laws
and regulations.
We value the voices of our residents.
• Sending emails to Town staff and elected officials
• Submitting written comments
• Speaking directly with Town representatives

Mayor
Olivia Dawson
Mayor Pro Tem
James Malloy
Council Members
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 Services
Department
259-2901
Police Department
Non-Emergency
259-4924
Fire Department
Non-Emergency
259-7494
Elected & Appointed
Officials
Connect with us!
Town Council 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 Board
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.