Burgaw, NC
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BurgawNC averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $286,203 +2.2% yr/yr · +30.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2009–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (22)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the General
- Olivia Dawson — Mayor
- William Rivenbark — Commissioner
Who’s on the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
- Daniel Price
- Jennifer Buttery
- Emmaline Kozak
- Jennifer Augi
- Jennifer Matthews
- Trisha Newton
- Lillie Hansen
Who’s on the Tourism Development Authority
- Jennifer Hansen
- Myra McDuffie
- Eden Mills
- Angela Bartlett
- Nidhi Shah
Who’s on the Town Council
- Olivia Dawson — Mayor
- James Malloy — Mayor Pro Tem
- Bill George — Commissioner
- William Rivenbark — Commissioner
- Jan Dawson — Commissioner
- Michael Pearsall — Commissioner
- Myra McDuffie — Commissioner
- G. Olivia Dawson — Mayor
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202510 housing units ($3.2M)
🗳️ Election results (1 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2025-11-04
Olivia Dawson ✓ 144 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 4
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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 09:00
Town Council
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 16:30
Town Council
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Thu May 6, 2027 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Recent meetings
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Burgaw Council to consider new tree improvement fund and coastal grant application
The Town Council will meet to review departmental reports and conduct routine business. Key actions include establishing a special revenue fund for tree mitigation and authorizing a grant application for the Resilient Coastal Communities Program.
- Ordinance 2026-26: Establishing the Town of Burgaw Tree Improvement Special Revenue Fund
- Resolution 2026-14: Authorizing grant application for Phase 3 of the Resilient Coastal Communities Program
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Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
October 13, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of Agenda
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
*Items under Consent are generally of a routine nature. The Council may take
action to approve/disapprove all items in a single vote. Any item may be withheld
from a general action, to be discussed and voted upon separately at the discretion
of the Council.
A. Approval of the September 8, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Approval of the September 8, 2026 Closed Session Minutes
C. Ordinance 2026-26 Establishing the Town of Burgaw Tree Improvement
Special Revenue Fund and providing for the receipt, appropriation, and use of
tree mitigation payments
D. Resolution 2026-14 Authorizing execution of necessary documents to apply
for and accept, if awarded, grant funding for Phase 3 of the Resilient Coastal
Communities Program through the NC Department of Environment Quality
6.
Special Requests/Presentations
A. Employee Recognitions
7.
Departmental Items
A. Building Inspections Department
Louis Hesse, Building Code Administrator
B. Finance Department
Tiffany Byrd, Finance Officer
C. Fire Department
Johnathan Prevatte, Fire Chief
D. Human Resources Department
Kimberly Rivenbark, Human Resources Director/Deputy Town Clerk
E. Information Technology Department
Dustin McCullen, IT Director
F. …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Council to consider 139-lot subdivision and electronic sign rules
The Burgaw Town Council will hold public hearings on a preliminary plat for a 139-lot single-family subdivision south of Henry Brown Road and north of NC HWY 53, and on a text amendment to expand electronic sign use in the Unified Development Ordinance. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including budget amendments for sewer repair and traffic signal pole powder coating, and hear departmental updates.
- Public hearing: preliminary plat for 139-lot subdivision (PIN 3219-82-3868-0000)
- Public hearing: Ordinance 2026-25 amending UDO Section 9.26 to expand electronic sign use
- Ordinance 2026-23: budget amendment for emergency sewer service repair
- Ordinance 2026-24: budget amendment for powder coating traffic signal poles
- Closed session for personnel (NC GS 143-318.11(a)(6))
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Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
September 8, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of Agenda
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
*Items under Consent are generally of a routine nature. The Council may take
action to approve/disapprove all items in a single vote. Any item may be withheld
from a general action, to be discussed and voted upon separately at the discretion
of the Council.
A. Approval of the August 11, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Ordinance 2026-23 Amending the FY 2026-2027 budget to reflect costs
associated with emergency repair and restoration of sewer service
C. Ordinance 2026-24 Amending the FY 2026-2027 budget to reflect expenses
necessary to cover the cost of powder coating new traffic signal poles
6.
Special Requests/Presentations
A. Employee Recognitions
7.
Departmental Items
A. Building Inspections Department
Louis Hesse, Building Code Administrator
B. Finance Department
Tiffany Byrd, Finance Officer
C. Fire Department
Johnathan Prevatte, Fire Chief
D. Human Resources Department
Kimberly Rivenbark, Human Resources Director/Deputy Town Clerk
E. Information Technology Department
Dustin McCullen, IT Director
F. Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department
Cody Suggs, Parks & Recreation Director
G. Planning Department
Ron Meredith, Planning Director
H. Police Department
James Rowell, Po …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Public hearing on rezoning 21.53 acres on NC Hwy 53 from R-20 to RA
The Burgaw Town Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 21.53 acres on the south side of NC Highway 53, from R-20 Residential to RA Rural Agricultural. The council will also consider adopting a Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan and a resolution requesting Verizon to improve cellular service. Departmental reports and routine consent items are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on rezoning ±21.53 acres on NC Hwy 53 (PIN 3219-70-1651-0000) from R-20 Residential to RA Rural Agricultural
- Resolution 2026-11 adopting the Town of Burgaw Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan
- Resolution 2026-12 requesting Verizon to improve cellular service and signal coverage
- Street closure request for a Community Halloween Event
- Approval of updated Master List of Special Event Street Closures
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✓ Decided: Burgaw Council approves rezoning, stormwater plan, and fee waiver
The Burgaw Town Council approved a rezoning of 21.53 acres from R-20 to RA, adopted the Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan, and waived the rental fee for a three-night church event. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved street closures for Halloween and a $1,000 sponsorship for a golf tournament.
- Approved rezoning of 21.53 acres on NC Hwy 53 from R-20 to RA (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-11, the Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan (unanimous)
- Waived Train Depot rental fee for Aug 19-21 church event; church pays $50 custodian fee (unanimous)
- Approved street closures for Oct 31 Halloween Trunk-or-Treat (unanimous)
- Approved $1,000 sponsorship for Parks Foundation Golf Tournament (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-12 requesting all cellular providers improve service (unanimous)
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
August 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Consent Agenda
*Items under Consent are generally of a routine nature. The Council may take
action to approve/disapprove all items in a single vote. Any item may be withheld
from a general action, to be discussed and voted upon separately at the discretion
of the Council.
A. Approval of the July 14, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Approval of the July 14, 2026 Closed Session Minutes
C. Approval of the updated Master List of Special Event Street Closures
6. Special Requests/Presentations
A. Employee Recognitions
7. Departmental Items
A. Building Inspections Department
Louis Hesse, Building Code Administrator
B. Finance Department
Tiffany Byrd, Finance Officer
C. Fire Department
Johnathan Prevatte, Fire Chief
D. Human Resources Department
Kimberly Rivenbark, Human Resources Director/Deputy Town Clerk
E. Information Technology Department
Dustin McCullen, IT Director
F. Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department
Cody Suggs, Parks & Recreation Director
I. Street Closure Request - Community Halloween Event
G. Planning Department
Ron Meredith, Planning Director
H. Police Department
James Rowell, Police Chief
I. Public Services Department
Chris Medlin, Public Services Director
8. Public Forum
9. Public Hearing
A. Considerati …
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BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 11, 2026
BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
DATE:
August 11, 2026
TIME:
4:30 PM
PLACE:
Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington Street
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Olivia Dawson, Mayor Pro-tem James Malloy,
Council Members Bill George, William Rivenbark,
Michael Pearsall and Myra McDuffie
Call to Order
Mayor Dawson called the meeting to order at 4:30 PM.
Invocation
The invocation was delivered by Pastor Ben Horrell of Burgaw Baptist Church.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
Approval of Agenda
Mayor Dawson requested the addition of an item under Special Requests, Pastor Ben Horrell
of Burgaw Baptist Church.
Mayor Pro-Tem Malloy moved to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried by
unanimous vote.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Council Member Rivenbark moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion
carried by unanimous vote.
Special Requests/Presentations
Ben Horrell – Burgaw Baptist Church
Pastor Ben Horrell of Burgaw Baptist Church presented on behalf of six local churches
coming together for an event on August 19–21, 2026. He requested waiving of the rental fee
for use of the Train Depot's dock and restrooms from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM each evening.
Pastor Horrell noted he is willing to pay the one-time $50 custodian fee.
Council Member Rivenbark moved to waive the rental fee for the three-night event with
the understanding the church would pa …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 09:00
Town Council
Burgaw Town Council holds special meeting on paving, sidewalks, and event street closures
The Burgaw Town Council is meeting for a work session to discuss paving priorities, sidewalk priorities, and an event street closure master list. No votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of presentations and discussion items only.
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
August 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Special Presentations
A. Wilmington Business Development - Cliff Pyron and Scott Satterfield
B. Checkmate Government Relations - Derrick Applewhite, Jr.
5. Work Session
A. Paving Priorities - Discussion
B. Sidewalk Priorities - Discussion
C. Event Street Closure Master List - Discussion
6. Adjournment
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Council to approve ordinance creating municipal service district capital reserve fund
The Burgaw Town Council will vote on the consent agenda, which includes Ordinance 2026-21 that establishes a Municipal Service District Capital Reserve Fund. Council members will also hear a presentation on the Downtown Streetscape Proposal. The meeting includes adoption of GAF Community Splash Pad Rules and Regulations and routine departmental updates.
- Ordinance 2026-21 establishing a Municipal Service District Capital Reserve Fund (consent agenda)
- Downtown Streetscape Proposal presentation
- Adoption of GAF Community Splash Pad Rules and Regulations
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✓ Decided: Burgaw Council adopts splash pad rules, approves street sweeper financing
The Burgaw Town Council unanimously adopted rules for the GAF Community Splash Pad, setting operating hours and a 10-minute water activation cycle. The Council also unanimously approved financing for a new street sweeper through First National Bank on a 5-year term at 4.10% interest. Additionally, the Council directed the Town Manager to send a letter to Pender County requesting remediation of holes on the courthouse square.
- Adopted GAF Community Splash Pad Rules and Regulations with hours 9 AM-6 PM Wed-Sat, 2-6 PM Sun, closed Mon-Tue (unanimous)
- Approved street sweeper financing via First National Bank, 5-year term at 4.10% (unanimous)
- Directed Town Manager to send letter to Pender County requesting courthouse square hole remediation (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as amended to include closed session for attorney-client privilege (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda as presented (unanimous)
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
July 14, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Consent Agenda
*Items under Consent are generally of a routine nature. The Council may take
action to approve/disapprove all items in a single vote. Any item may be withheld
from a general action, to be discussed and voted upon separately at the discretion
of the Council.
A. Approval of the June 9, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Ordinance 2026-21 Establishing a Municipal Service District Capital Reserve
Fund
6. Special Requests/Presentations
A. Employee Recognitions - Kimberly Rivenbark, Human Resources Director
B. Burgaw Area Chamber of Commerce Update - Jeana Lindbert, Executive
Director
C. Downtown Streetscape Proposal - John Westbrook
7. Departmental Items
A. Building Inspections Department
Louis Hesse, Building Code Administrator
B. Finance Department
Tiffany Byrd, Finance Officer
C. Fire Department
Johnathan Prevatte, Fire Chief
D. Human Resources Department
Kimberly Rivenbark, Human Resources Director/Deputy Town Clerk
E. Information Technology Department
Dustin McCullen, IT Director
F. Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department
Cody Suggs, Parks & Recreation Director
I. Adoption of GAF Community Splash Pad Rules and Regulations
G. Planning Department
Ron Meredith, Planning Director
H. Police Department
James Rowe …
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BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 14, 2026
BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
DATE:
July 14, 2026
TIME:
4:30 PM
PLACE:
Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington Street
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Olivia Dawson, Mayor Pro-tem James Malloy,
Council Members Bill George, William Rivenbark,
Michael Pearsall and Myra McDuffie
Call to Order
Mayor Dawson called the meeting to order at 4:30 PM.
Invocation
The invocation was delivered by Mayor Pro-tem Malloy.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all.
Approval of Agenda
Mayor Dawson requested the addition of agenda item #12, closed session for attorney-client
privilege.
Mayor Pro-Tem Malloy moved to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried by
unanimous vote.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Council Member George moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion
carried by unanimous vote.
Special Requests/Presentations
Employee Recognitions
Parks & Recreation Director Cody Suggs introduced Codie McGrew as the new Recreation
Supervisor, noting she had quickly taken on significant responsibilities including the
Blueberry Festival and summer camp operations.
Planning Director Ron Meredith introduced a new Planning Technician, Damion Fulford,
who recently joined the department bringing a zoning background from New Hanover
County.
Fire Chief Johnathan Prevatte recognized the following personnel: Matthew Wheeler, who
earned a promotion to Captain afte …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 09:00
General
Town Council will adopt the FY 2026-2027 annual budget
The Burgaw Town Council will consider three budget-related ordinances. Ordinance 2026-18 creates a SAFER Grant Fund. Ordinance 2026-19 updates the FY 2025-2026 budget for year‑end revenues and expenditures. Ordinance 2026-20 approves the FY 2026-2027 annual budget.
- Ordinance 2026-18 – Adoption of Grant Project Ordinance for establishing SAFER Grant Fund
- Ordinance 2026-19 – Amending FY 2025-2026 budget to reflect year‑end revenues and expenditures
- Ordinance 2026-20 – Approving FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
June 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Budget Items
A. Ordinance 2026-18 Adoption of Grant Project Ordinance for Establishing
SAFER Grant Fund
B. Ordinance 2026-19 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to reflect year-end
received revenues and expenditures
C. Ordinance 2026-20 Approving the FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget
5. Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 08:00
Town Council
Town Council to discuss 2026 budget
The Burgaw Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2026 budget. The session is scheduled for June 22, 2026, at 8:00 AM at the Burgaw Town Center.
- Call to Order
- Invocation
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Budget Discussion
- Adjournment
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
June 22, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Budget Discussion
5. Adjournment
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Council to amend FY 25-26 budget recognizing SAFER grant funds
The Burgaw Town Council will consider Ordinance 2026-17 to amend the FY 25-26 budget to recognize funds from the SAFER Grant. The meeting includes a public hearing for citizen input on the FY 2026-2027 budget and a vote on appointing one member to the Tourism Development Authority. Additional items are departmental reports, special proclamations, and a temporary street closure request for National Night Out 2026.
- Ordinance 2026-17 amending FY 25-26 budget to recognize SAFER Grant funds
- Public hearing: citizen input on FY 2026-2027 budget
- Consideration of appointing one member to the Tourism Development Authority
- Temporary street closure request for National Night Out 2026
- Mayor's proclamation for Blueberry Week 2026
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
June 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Consent Agenda
*Items under Consent are generally of a routine nature. The Council may take
action to approve/disapprove all items in a single vote. Any item may be withheld
from a general action, to be discussed and voted upon separately at the discretion
of the Council.
A. Approval of the May 12, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Ordinance 2026-17 Amending the FY 25-26 budget to recognize funds
received from the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response
(SAFER) Grant
6. Special Requests/Presentations
A. Employee Recognitions
B. Blueberry Week 2026 - Mayor's Proclamation
C. Juneteenth Celebration Day 2026 - Mayor's Proclamation
7. Departmental Items
A. Building Inspections Department
Louis Hesse, Building Code Administrator
B. Finance Department
Tiffany Byrd, Finance Officer
C. Fire Department
Johnathan Prevatte, Fire Chief
D. Information Technology Department
Dustin McCullen, IT Director
E. Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department
Cody Suggs, Parks & Recreation Director
F. Planning Department
Ron Meredith, Planning Director
G. Police Department
James Rowell, Police Chief
I. Temporary Street Closure Request - National Night Out 2026
H. Public Services Department
Chris Medlin, Public Services Director
8. Public Fo …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 08:30
Tourism Development Authority
Burgaw Visitor Center, Burgaw
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 09:00
Town Council
Burgaw Town Council to hold budget work session
The Town Council is meeting for a special session to conduct a budget work session. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Budget work session
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
June 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Budget Work Session
5. Adjournment
Thu May 21, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Tue May 12, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Council will consider a 75‑lot subdivision on Henry Brown Road
The Burgaw Town Council will discuss a preliminary plat and vote on a resolution and ordinance for a 75‑lot single‑family subdivision located south of Henry Brown Road (SR 1343) and north of NC Highway 53. The council will also approve a consent agenda that includes four budget amendment ordinances recognizing grant and insurance funds. Additional items include a stormwater master plan discussion and routine departmental reports.
- Ordinance 2026-12 – amend FY 2025‑2026 budget to recognize funds from Pender County ABC Board
- Ordinance 2026-13 – amend FY 2025‑2026 budget to recognize insurance proceeds from a town vehicle accident
- Ordinance 2026-14 – amend FY 2025‑2026 budget to recognize grant funding for the West Side Trail project
- Ordinance 2026-15 – amend FY 2025‑2026 budget to recognize grant funding from NC Department of Environmental Quality
- Resolution 2026-09 and Ordinance 2026-16 – consider a 75‑lot subdivision on parcels 3219-52-6844-0000 and 3219-63-4200-0000
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
May 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Consent Agenda
*Items under Consent are generally of a routine nature. The Board may take action
to approve/disapprove all items in a single vote. Any item may be withheld from a
general action, to be discussed and voted upon separately at the discretion of the
Board.
A. Approval of the April 14, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Approval of the April 14, 2026 Closed Session Minutes
C. Ordinance 2026-12 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize funds
received from Pender County ABC Board
D. Ordinance 2026-13 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize
insurance proceeds related to an accident involving a town vehicle
E. Ordinance 2026-14 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize grant
funding received for the West Side Trail project
F. Ordinance 2026-15 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize grant
funding received from NC Department of Environmental Quality
6. Special Requests/Presentations
A. Employee Recognitions
B. Recognizing National Public Service Recognition Week, National Small
Business Week, National Travel and Tourism Week, and National Public
Works Week - Mayor Dawson
C. The 1865 Society of Pender County - Karen Malloy
7. Departmental Items
A. Building Inspections Department
Louis Hesse, Building Code Ad …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 09:00
Town Council
Council to consider resolution opposing state bill that could limit local tax authority
The council will hear a presentation from Checkmate Government Relations. Members will review quasi‑judicial hearing procedures that apply to councilors. The meeting includes budget updates and a discussion of a resolution expressing concern about proposed state legislation that could affect the town’s property‑tax authority.
- Checkmate Government Relations presentation by Derrick Applewhite, Jr.
- Review of quasi‑judicial hearing procedures for council members
- Budget updates and discussion
- Resolution 2026-08 expressing concern about proposed state legislation affecting property tax authority
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
May 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Work Session
A. Checkmate Government Relations Presentation - Derrick Applewhite, Jr.,
Government Relations Director
B. Review and discussion of quasi-judicial hearing procedures applicable to
Council Members
C. Budget Updates and Discussion
I. Resolution 2026-08 Expressing concern regarding proposed state
legislation impacting property tax authority and local government revenue
in North Carolina
5. Adjournment
Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 09:00
Town Council
Burgaw Town Council to hold FY 2026-2027 budget work session
The Town Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget work session. The primary focus of the meeting is a discussion regarding the FY 2026-2027 budget.
- FY 2026-2027 Budget Discussion
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Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
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AGENDA | BURGAW TOWN COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
April 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Budget Work Session
A. FY 2026-2027 Budget Discussion
5. Adjournment
Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 15:30
General
Board of Commissioners to discuss Splash Pad Project
The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the Splash Pad Project. The project will be presented by The Parks Foundation of Burgaw.
- Discussion of Splash Pad Project presented by The Parks Foundation of Burgaw
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Burgaw Town Center, 108 E Wilmington St, Burgaw, NC 28425, Burgaw
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AGENDA | BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING
April 14, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Splash Pad Project Discussion
Presented by The Parks Foundation of Burgaw
5. Adjournment
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Council will consider renaming the governing body to Burgaw Town Council
The Burgaw Town Council will vote on a public hearing to amend the town's governing body designation and the titles of its elected members (Ordinance 2026-11). The meeting also includes approval of the consent agenda, which contains Ordinance 2026-10 that amends the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize financing from First National Bank for the West Side Trail project. Additional items include employee recognitions, festival association presentations, and updates on current projects.
- Approval of consent agenda items, including Ordinance 2026-10 amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize financing from First National Bank for the West Side Trail project
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-11 to change the official designation of the governing body to "Burgaw Town Council" and update elected members' titles
- Employee recognitions under Special Requests/Presentations
- Presentations by the NC Blueberry Festival Association and the Pender Spring Fest Committee
- Manager's updates on current projects
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Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
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AGENDA | BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
April 14, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Consent Agenda
*Items under Consent are generally of a routine nature. The Board may take
action to approve/disapprove all items in a single vote. Any item may be withheld
from a general action, to be discussed and voted upon separately at the discretion
of the Board.
A. Approval of the February 9, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
B. Approval of the March 10, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
C. Approval of the March 10, 2026 Closed Session Minutes
D. Ordinance 2026-10 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize
financing from First National Bank to fund a portion of the West Side Trail
project
6. Special Requests/Presentations
A. Employee Recognitions
B. Mayor's Proclamation - National Autism Acceptance Month & World Autism
Awareness Day
C. NC Blueberry Festival Association
D. Pender Spring Fest Committee
7. Departmental Items
A. Building Inspections Department
Louis Hesse, Building Code Administrator
B. Finance Department
Tiffany Byrd, Finance Officer
C. Fire Department
Johnathan Prevatte, Fire Chief
D. Human Resources Department
Kimberly Rivenbark, Human Resources Director/Deputy Town Clerk
E. Information Technology Department
Dustin McCullen, IT Director
F. Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department
David Poloway, Recreat …
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Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
Tue Mar 10, 2026 · 16:30
Town Council
Council votes on name change to Burgaw Town Council
The Burgaw Town Council will meet on March 10, 2026 to consider routine approvals and several policy items. Items include approval of audit contracts, budget amendment ordinances, a mural request, and a resolution to rename the governing body to Burgaw Town Council. The board will also discuss a traffic ordinance and appoint a member to the Beautification Committee.
- Approve FY 2026 Town of Burgaw and Tourism Development Authority audit contracts and engagement letters
- Ordinances 2026-04 through 2026-07 amending the FY 2025-2026 budget for various grant and insurance funds
- Resolution 2026-06 adopting a mural request for Hankins Park, 310 N. Walker Street
- Resolution 2026-07 intent to change the governing body name to Burgaw Town Council and update member titles
- Discussion of a traffic ordinance
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Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
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AGENDA | BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
March 10, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Consent Agenda
*Items under Consent are generally of a routine nature. The Board may take
action to approve/disapprove all items in a single vote. Any item may be withheld
from a general action, to be discussed and voted upon separately at the discretion
of the Board.
A. Approval of the February 9, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
B. Approval of the February 10, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
C. Approval of the February 10, 2026 Closed Session Minutes
D. Approval of the March 2-3, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
E. Approval of FY 2026 Town of Burgaw and Tourism Development Authority
Audit Contracts and Engagement Letters
F. Ordinance 2026-04 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize funds
from NC Department of Environmental Quality grant for the Stormwater
Master Plan project
G. Ordinance 2026-05 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize
insurance proceeds related to an accident involving a town vehicle
H. Ordinance 2026-06 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to reflect
expenditures appropriated in support of the Burgaw Area Chamber of
Commerce
I. Ordinance 2026-07 Amending the FY 2025-2026 budget to recognize funds
received from Pender County ABC Board
J. Ordinance 2026-08 Amending the Town of Burgaw Code of Ordinances to
reflec …
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Mon Mar 2, 2026 · 09:00
Town Council
Burgaw Town Council to review departmental budget presentations
The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to hear manager comments and a recap of the previous year. The session will focus on budget presentations from town departments.
- Departmental budget presentations
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✓ Decided: Council convenes strategic planning retreat; no formal actions taken
The Burgaw Town Council met on March 2, 2026 for a day‑long strategic planning retreat. Presentations were given by the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department and the Public Services Department, and members discussed priorities such as land acquisition, staffing, and budget requests. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the meeting.
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
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AGENDA | BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING
March 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Burgaw Town Center
108 E Wilmington St
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Manager Comments & Recap of Previous Year
5. Departmental Budget Presentations
6. Adjournment
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TOWN OF BURGAW BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING – STRATEGIC PLANNING RETREAT - DAY 1
DATE:
March 2, 2026
TIME:
9:00 AM
PLACE:
Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington Street
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Olivia Dawson, Mayor Pro-tem James Malloy,
Commissioners Bill George, William Rivenbark, Michael
Pearsall and Myra McDuffie
Call to Order
Mayor Olivia Dawson called the meeting to order at 9:02 AM on Monday morning, March 2, 2026.
Invocation
Mayor Pro-tem James Malloy led the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited following the invocation.
Manager Comments & Recap of Previous Year
Town Manager James Gantt appreciated everyone for attending and highlighted that the retreat was
focused beyond budgeting, emphasizing, "this is also, like the mayor said, talking about the future of
Burgaw." Reflecting on the past decade's achievements, he acknowledged, "We have done a whole lot,
but now where do we go from here? And, where do we grow from here?" Gantt stated that the retreat
aims to "align the operational reality, board priorities, the upcoming budget," tackling the balance of
"realities, expectations, and priorities" without delving into specific numbers. Instead, the day
concentrated on pinpointing needs and building a comprehensive plan. Gantt shared that he, Mayor Pro-
tem Malloy, Mayor Dawson, Commissioner McDuffie, and Brianna Willman had participated in a
strategic planning workshop weeks ea …
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Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Board
Burgaw Town Center, Burgaw
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💰 Federal awards (top 1 by amount)
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| $14,000 | FOUR COUNTY ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION Department of Defense · CAPE FEAR LOCK AND DAM #1 AND CAPE FEAR LOCK AND DAM #3 ELECTRIC UTILI |
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🌐 County-level context (Pender County)
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Traffic fatalities1 (2023)
Business establishments1,499 (11,591 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,079/mo (142 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.4% (low numeracy 32% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Recorded votes
10
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
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