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NEWSLETTER
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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | August 3-7, 2026
School is almost here, and the
Burgaw Police Department is
helping families get ready with
a free Back-to-School Bookbag
Giveaway!
Wednesday, August 19
4:00 - 6:00 PM
The drive-thru event will take place
at the Police Department, 109 N.
Walker Street, and is designed to
ensure students have the tools they
need for a strong start to the
school year. Each bookbag will be
filled with essential school supplies,
from notebooks and pencils to
other classroom necessities.
The giveaway will be held
while supplies last, and
children must be present to
receive a bookbag.
For questions, call 910-259-4924.
Upcoming Town Council Meeting to
be held on August 11 DRIVE-THRU
BACK TO SCHOOL
BOOKBAG GIVEAWAY
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 and can be further identified by PIN 3219 -70-1651-
0000. Applicant: Anton and Jennifer Devries; 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
August 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM
The next regular Town Council Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August
11, 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.
BURGAW POLICE DEPART MENT
CRAM THE CRUISER
Kick off the new school year with a little family fun! The Town of Burgaw
Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department invites families to Back -to-School
Bingo on Thursday, August 27 at 6:00 p.m. at the Historic Burgaw Train
Depot.
Enjoy an evening of bingo, fun prizes, and time together as we celebrate
the start of another school year. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Cost is $10 for
residents and $12 for non-residents.
Pre-registration is required; tickets will not be sold at the door. Visit
burgawnc.gov/register. For more information, contact the Recreation
Department at recreation@burgawnc.gov or 910-300-6401.
BACK-TO-SCHOOL BINGO NIGHT
Council Meetings are now streamed live on YouTube!
SUBSCRI BE TODAY @BURGAWNC

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UPCOMING
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
Advance registration required
Burgaw Town Center
August 19 | 4:00-6:00 PM
Drive-Thru Bookbag Giveaway
Burgaw Police Department
August 20 | 5:30 PM
Planning Board Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
August 27 | 9:00 AM
Tourism Development Authority Special
Meeting: Workshop
Burgaw Town Center
August 27 | 6:00 PM
Back-to-School Bingo
Advance registration required
Historic Train Depot
PLANNING BOARD
NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
The following item will be heard for consideration at the
Burgaw Planning Board Meeting on August 20, 2026
beginning at 5:30 PM at the Burgaw Town Center, 108 E.
Wilmington Street, Burgaw. All interested parties are invited to
attend. Written and oral comments welcome.
Agenda Item 1: Consideration of a text amendment to amend
Unified Development Ordinance Section 9.26 Sign Regulations.
The request is to expand the use of electronic changeable copy
signs and create additional usage standards. Applicant: Staff;
Assigned Staff: Ron Meredith, rmeredith@burgawnc.gov,
910.663.3451
Coffee &
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.
August 18th at 8:30 AM
Burgaw Town Center
Conversation
Fall Shred & E-Recycle Event
SAVE THE DATE
October 8 | 11 AM - 1 PM

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Town Council Special Meeting - August 3, 2026
Investing in Burgaw’s Future: An Economic Update
Representatives from Wilmington Business Development provided Council with an update on
ongoing economic development efforts and opportunities benefiting Burgaw and the surrounding
region. As the Town's economic development partner, Wilmington Business Development continues
to work collaboratively with local governments, business leaders, educational institutions, and
industry partners to attract new investment, support business growth, and encourage job creation
throughout the region.
Tracking Legislative Developments
Derrick Applewhite, Jr., with Checkmate Government Relations, the Town's legislative consultant,
provided Council with an update on current activities at the North Carolina General Assembly. His
presentation highlighted recent legislative developments and ongoing discussions at the state level
that could impact municipalities, while outlining efforts to monitor and advocate for issues important
to the Town of Burgaw.
A Commitment to Better Streets and Safer Sidewalks
Council reviewed the Town's paving and sidewalk needs for the current budget year, identifying
Robinwood Court as the top paving project. Future paving improvements will also focus on McNeil
Street following water line replacements.
Staff also identified key sidewalk improvement priorities, including connection of the sidewalk along
Wilmington Street near the Pender County Library and making improvements to the sidewalk
adjacent to Burgaw Methodist Church.
Event Street Closures & Communication Improvements
Council reviewed the annual downtown street closure schedule and discussed ways to improve
advance communication with businesses and residents through enhanced notifications, signage,
maps, and digital alerts. Members also discussed plans for a proposed downtown Trunk -or-Treat
Halloween event, aimed at bringing the community together while promoting a safe and family -
friendly trick-or-treat experience.
Highlights from Council’s Latest Work Session

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Vendor Registration Now
October 17
10 AM - 4 PM
Downtown
B U R G AW N C . G O V/ R E G I S T ER
Lunch & Learn is back! Residents ages 55 and older are
invited to join us on Wednesday, August 19 at 12:00
p.m. for a complimentary lunch and an informative
presentation from the National Weather Service.
This event will be held at the Burgaw Town Center,
located at 108 E. Wilmington Street. Doors open at
11:45 a.m. Registration is required and is available at
burgawnc.gov/register. For assistance or more
information, contact recreation@burgawnc.gov or call
910-300-6401.
Lunch & Learn is hosted by the Town of Burgaw and
sponsored by Campbell Health and Rehabilitation
Center, formerly The Laurels of Pender.
Lunch & Learn Returns
This Month
Attention Seniors!
The fun resumes on Fridays after a
quick summer break. Grab your
friends, enjoy some coffee and fun
games every Friday from 10am-12pm
at the Burgaw Town Center, 108 E.
Wilmington Street.
Friendly Reminder:
The green space at Hankins Park will be
temporarily closed until further notice due to the
construction of the GAF Community Splash Pad.
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.
S AV E T H E D AT E S
Fall Concerts
September 17 & October 15
Dees Park

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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!
Once Upon a Time
in Burgaw...
August 1877
Burgaw was selected for the county
seat over South Washington by a
vote of 934 to 741. By virtue of
an Act of the North Carolina
General Assembly the county seat
was named Stanford, which did not
survive long as a name. The U.S.
Post Office Department never
adopted the name.
Leak alerts can be set up to send via text or email so
you will know be the first to know when a potential
leak has started. The system flags consistent usage
over a 24 -hour period as a ‘leak’, so make sure to
check daily for spikes in usage. You can access Eye
on Water via a web browser or mobile app.
There are also step -by-step
instructions on our website to
guide you through signing up,
setting leaks alerts and learning
how to read the graphs on the
home screen.
Sign up for Eye on Water
https://eyeonwater.com/signup

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PA R K S F O U N DAT I O N O F BURGA W
Burgaw, NC – The Parks Foundation of Burgaw is excited to
announce its Second Annual Charity Golf Tournament, scheduled
for Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Bear Trail Golf Club in
Jacksonville, NC.
Golfers are invited to participate in another year of easygoing
competition, fostering generosity and community engagement. All
proceeds directly support Burgaw ’s local parks system. The Parks Foundation ’s inaugural
tournament in 2025 raised over $14,000 for Burgaw ’s new splash pad, construction of which is
set to be completed at the end of August 2026.
Registration includes a team of four, breakfast, a full round of golf, lunch, and an awards
ceremony. The tournament is a great opportunity for community members and business leaders
to interact in friendly contest.
“The Parks Foundation is incredibly grateful for the continued support of our community and
sponsors through events like our annual golf tournament, ” said Sydney Lewis, Chairperson of
the Parks Foundation of Burgaw. “We’re looking forward to another fantastic tournament this
year as we continue investing in projects that make Burgaw an even better place for families to
live, play and connect.”
Businesses and individuals also have the option to sponsor this year ’s tournament to showcase
their support for the community and gain exposure at and prior to the tournament.
Register or become a sponsor today at www.burgawparks.com/golf-tournament.
Burgaw Parks Foundation to Host
Annual Charity Golf T ournament

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.