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NEWSLETTER
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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | July 20-24, 2026
Construction is officially underway on the
highly anticipated community splash pad! As
work begins, the green space at Hankins Park
will be temporarily closed until further notice.
This exciting new addition will create
opportunities for families to cool off, play
together, and make lasting memories for
years to come.
While the green space will be closed during
construction, the park's bathrooms and pavilion will remain open and
available for public use.
We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding as this exciting
project moves forward. The good news is that construction isn't
expected to take long, so stay tuned for updates as we get closer to
opening day - we will be making big splashes soon, Burgaw!
Big Things Are Happening at Hankins Park
BURGAW POLICE DEPART MENT
CRAM THE CRUISER
Y our Input Helps Shape Our Future
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is asking for public input on transportation projects
through its Prioritization 8 (P8) process. This is your opportunity to support the projects that matter most to
Burgaw and Pender County, helping demonstrate community support as transportation priorities are considered
for future funding. Public input is being accepted through July 31.
SCHOOL SUPPLY
G I V E AWAY
Applications to receive
supplies are due August 7th
New school supply donations
accepted through August 5th
Thank you!
BACK -TO-SCHOOL
Burgaw Police Department
109 N. Walker Street
Serving Beyond the Badge
Visit the Prioritization Map: https://ncdot.publicinput.com/p8map
Here's how you can help:
• Search for projects in or around Burgaw and Pender County.
• Mark the projects you believe should be a priority.
• Leave a comment explaining why these improvements are important to our community.

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UPCOMING
August 3 | 9:00 AM
Town Council Special Meeting: Work Session
Burgaw Town Center
August 4 | 6:00-8:00 PM
National Night Out
Downtown
August 6 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
Burgaw Visitor Center
August 7 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
August 10 | 5:30 PM
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Burgaw Visitor Center
August 11 | 4:30 PM
Town Council Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
August 18 | 8:30 AM
Coffee & Conversation
Burgaw Town Center
August 19 | 12:00 PM
Senior Lunch & Learn
Burgaw Town Center
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the Burgaw Town Council
will hold a special meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026
at 9:00 AM to conduct a work session, including
discussions on paving priorities, project updates and
special presentations from Wilmington Business
Development and Checkmate. This meeting will be held
at the Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington Street,
Burgaw. All interested parties are invited to attend.
Vendor Registration Now Open!
Don’t forget to show your lawn
some love this summer!
Regular mowing not only keeps your yard looking
neat but also helps maintain the charm of our
beautiful town. A well -kept lawn is a small but
meaningful way to contribute to our shared
community pride. So, dust off those lawnmowers
and let's make our town shine!
REMINDER: High grass and blowing grass clippings
into the street is against town ordinance!
October 17
10 AM - 4 PM
Downtown
B U R G AW N C . G O V/ R E G I S T ER

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Highlights from the July 14th Town Council Meeting
COUNCIL MEETING RECAP
Highlights from Council
• Burgaw Area Chamber of Commerce provided an
update to the Town Council and community,
highlighting significant membership growth,
expanded community programming, increased
visitor services, and successful business
engagement initiatives.
• Property owner and retired architect John
Westbrook presented a conceptual proposal for
future Wright Street streetscape improvements,
prompting Council discussion on potential
enhancements, preserving existing sidewalks
where practical, and evaluating future funding
opportunities.
• Splash Pad construction remains on schedule, with
work expected to begin soon with an anticipated
opening before Labor Day. A community ribbon -
cutting celebration is being planned with more
details forthcoming.
• The Police Department announced its inaugural
National Night Out, scheduled for Tuesday, August
4, inviting the community to enjoy an evening of
family fun while building relationships with
neighbors, town officials, local law enforcement
and first responders.
• Following the Town Council's previous approval to
purchase a new street sweeper, Council finalized
the financing at its July meeting. With the
equipment now on site, staff and Council look
forward to placing it into service to help keep
Burgaw's streets cleaner and better maintained for
residents and visitors alike.
• Council discussed additional pedestrian safety
improvements, including enhanced crosswalk
signage and other measures to encourage use of
flashing pedestrian beacons.
• The Town officially acquired the former American
Legion building on South Wright Street. Due to the
building's deteriorated condition and state of
disrepair, the Town will move forward with
soliciting demolition bids. During previous
discussions, members of the American Legion
requested that the property be transformed into a
veterans memorial park with play amenities for
children. The Town looks forward to exploring
future opportunities for the site following
demolition.
• The Town received a $90,000 state appropriation
to replace the Fire Department's firefighter air
tank cascade system, improving emergency
response capabilities.
• Following concerns raised by a citizen during
Public Forum, the Town Council directed staff to
contact Pender County and formally request
maintenance improvements to the Pender County
Courthouse Square, including filling uneven areas
and improving the grounds to enhance safety for
residents and visitors attending downtown events.
• Staff and the Town Council are excited to
announce that regular Town Council meetings will
now be livestreamed on YouTube, providing
residents with an additional convenient way to
watch meetings alongside the Town's website.

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New garbage and recycling schedule magnets are now available at T own
Hall, Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM - Stay on track, pick up yours today!
Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department
• Codie McGrew, Recreation Supervisor
Planning Department
• Damion Fulford, Planning Technician
Fire Department
• Matthew Wheeler, Promotion to Fire Captain
• Justin Decker, Full Time Firefighter
• Arlene Avelar, Full Time Firefighter
Police Department
• Logan Wilhelm and Matthew Murdock has
successfully become Certified General
Instructors.
• Captain Lee Williams recently graduated from
FBI National Academy Session 298.
Public Services Department
• Alan Moore received his Class A Distribution
Certification
Employee Recognitions & Accomplishments
Welcome new employees!
Congratulations on achievements!

National Night Out
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Bring the whole family! You will not want to miss it!
Tuesday, August 4th | 6:00–8:00 PM | Downtown
Please note the following street closure due to the event.
Join the fun:
• Food trucks
• Live music
• Children's activities
• Community resource booths
• Build connections with local
law enforcement and
community partners.

UPCOMING EVEN
Burgaw Parks, Recreation & Tourism
+
Movie in the Park
featuring Captain America
7:00 pm | Dees Park | 105 W Courthouse Ave
25
= a
+
Autumn Fest
10:00 am-4:00 pm | Downtown Burgaw
burgawnc.gov/autumnfest
burgawnc.gov | 910-300-6401 | recreation@burgawnc.gov

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.