Board of Commissioners
Regular MeetingBurgaw, NC · May 10, 2022
Minutes
TOWN OF BURGAW BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
DATE: May 10, 2022
TIME: 4:30 PM
PLACE: Historic Train Depot, 115 S Dickerson Street
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor G. Olivia Dawson
Mayor Pro-tem Wilfred Robbins
Commissioners Vernon Harrell, Bill George, and James Malloy
Commissioner Jan Dawson – listening by phone
STAFF PRESENT: James Gantt, Town Manager
Kimberly Rivenbark, Deputy Town Clerk
Zachary Rivenbark, Town Attorney
Wendy Pope, Finance Officer
Tiffany Byrd, Deputy Finance Officer
Jessica Gray, Permitting Technician
Louis Hesse, Building Inspector
Jim Hock, Chief of Police
Jim Taylor, Fire Chief
Cody Suggs, Parks & Recreation Director
MEDIA PRESENT: None
INVOCATION: Nick Smith
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: All
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Dawson at 4:32 PM and the invocation was led by Pastor Nick Smith.
Approval of Agenda
Mayor Dawson requested the removal of Item 8, Kiwanis Club of Burgaw, from the agenda. Commissioner Harrell
made a motion to approve the agenda as amended. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Robbins and carried
by unanimous vote.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Commissioner Harrell made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Robbins and carried by unanimous vote. Ordinances/resolution on file in the Clerk’s office.
A. Approval of the February 15-16, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
B. Ordinance 2022-14 Grant Project Ordinance for the Town of Burgaw American Rescue Plan Act
of 2021: Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
C. Resolution 2022-13 Consideration of a resolution amending the Town of Burgaw’s Personnel
Policy
D. Ordinance 2022-15 Amending the FY 2021-2022 budget to add the newly created Assistant Town
Manager position to the pay classification plan
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS
Proclamation for National Skilled Nursing Care Week 2022
Mayor Dawson read the following Proclamation.
National Skilled Nursing Care Week 2022
WHEREAS, all citizens are affected by our nation’s rising demand for quality long-term health care
services; and
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WHEREAS, we salute our State’s citizens now residing in nursing facilities, many of whom planted
the seeds that made North Carolina grow and prosper; and
WHEREAS, nursing facilities provide caring and supportive services that make quality of life
possible for our loved ones; and
WHEREAS, member facilities of the American Health Care Association and the North Carolina
Health Care Facilities Association are providing a host of activities in celebration of National Skilled
Nursing Care Week, May 8th through 13th, 2022; and
WHEREAS, the theme for this year’s celebration is “Creating and Nurturing Connections”
demonstrating the ongoing contribution quality care makes in the lives of the senior Americans living
in the nursing facilities;
NOW THEREFORE, I, Olivia Dawson, Mayor of Burgaw, North Carolina do hereby proclaim May
8th through 13th, 2022 as “Skilled Nursing Care Week” and encourage all citizens to honor and serve
the individuals who laid the foundations of our county by participating in this year’s Nursing Care
Week at one of our county’s nursing facilities, The Laurels of Pender.
Skilled nursing care centers and their staff provide an incredible and steadfast commitment to a high-
level of quality care and quality of life for their residents. This has never been more evident that these
last two years during the pandemic. In addition to protecting and caring for their residents around the
clock during a time of limited visitation and social distancing, staff, stepped in and served as family
members and friends to ensure residents has the essential social connections they needed.
The 2022 theme celebrates the essential role that skilled nursing care centers and staff play in creating
and nurturing connections for their residents.
WITNESS MY HAND AND SEAL, this tenth day of May, 2022.
NC Blueberry Festival
Jaleise Blackburn, NC Blueberry Festival Director, requested the additional street closure of Wright Street, from
Satchwell Street to Williams Street to be closed Saturday during the day from 7am to 4pm for the car show. Ms.
Blackburn stated the Festival spoke with 7 of the 10 residents on that street and received a mixed response regarding
the closure. Ms. Blackburn further stated that driveways will not be blocked during the festival and residents will be
able to enter and exit along Wright Street and Williams Street. Chief Hock requested the NC Blueberry Festival to
keep the cross streets of Hayes and Satchwell open in order to get from the east side to the west side of town and to
allow traffic exiting Wright Street. Chief Hock further stated that the Burgaw Police Department will only be able to
provide an officer up to Wright and Satchwell streets due to personnel constraints. Following a brief discussion by
the board, Commissioner Robbins made a motion to approve the street closure as discussed and further requested
that the NC Blueberry Festival provide those residents with an emergency contact phone number, Burgaw Police
Department and NC Blueberry Festival, so they may contact them if they need to get out. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Malloy. Motion carried unanimously.
Burgaw Tourism Development Authority
Myra McDuffie, Burgaw Tourism Development Authority Member, requested the Board of Commissioners help
cover the cost of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Audit Fee of $2,150.00. Commissioner George made a motion for the
Burgaw Tourism Development Authority Audit Fee of $2,150 be paid for by the Town of Burgaw. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Malloy. Motion carried unanimously.
Burgaw Beautification Committee
Meg Smith, Burgaw Beautification Committee Vice Chair, requested funds from the Downtown Revitalization Fund
to replace the wooden benches and trashcans located in the downtown area. The committee has looked at metal
benches and matching trash cans and are requesting the purchase of 15 eight-foot benches and trash cans totaling
approximately $30,000. Plaques will also be purchased for the memorial benches that are being replaced. Following
a brief discussion by the board, Commissioner Robbins made a motion to move forward with the purchase of 15
eight-foot metal benches and 15 matching metal trashcans. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Harrell.
Motion carried unanimously.
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ITEMS FROM THE ATTORNEY
Attorney Rivenbark informed the board that he had nothing at this time.
ITEMS FROM THE MANAGER
Resolution 2022-14 Requestion the services of the NC Main Street and Rural Planning Center for the Town
of Burgaw.
Mr. Gantt informed the Board that the first meeting was today regarding the Town’s Economic Development Plan.
They are requesting the Town pass a Resolution for that project. Following a brief discussion, Commissioner
Harrell made a motion to approve Resolution 2022-14. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Malloy.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2022-14
Resolution Requesting the Services of the NC Main Street and Rural Planning Center For the
Town of Burgaw
WHEREAS the Burgaw Town Council wishes to participate in a two-day community economic
development assessment; and
WHEREAS the Burgaw Town Council would like assistance with this project from the NC Main
Street and Rural Planning Center; and
WHEREAS the NC Main Street and Rural Planning Center and the Town of Burgaw have reached an
agreement on the work to be performed;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Burgaw hereby request the NC Main
Street and Rural Planning Center to assist the Town with a community economic development
assessment and are committed to the implementation of this project when the work is completed.
Duly adopted by the Burgaw Town Council on May 10, 2022.
Update on current town projects
Economic Development Plan – Mr. Gantt stated that Amy Suggs met with the Town today. She is looking at all
areas of the Town. The next meeting is scheduled for June 7, 2022 and will be doing a SWAT Analysis. This plan
will assist with obtaining grants and is being provided by NC Department of Commerce at no cost.
Enterprise Leasing – Mr. Gantt stated that two of the prior leased vehicles were sold for a profit and in return,
reduced the monthly payments on the newly purchased vehicles. Sale of these two vehicles are saving roughly
$10,000 in yearly payments. Two other vehicles are in the process of being sold now.
Emergency Watershed Protection Program – Mr. Gantt met with the engineers this week regarding the final design
and materials for the bank stabilization project. The quotes for the original material the designers were wanting to
use came back a lot higher than the State and USDA has awarded the Town in grant funding. The designers are now
proposing a new material in hopes the price comes back within the grant amount. It the new bid goes above the
grant, USDA could award additional funds or the Town would have to consider contributing funds. Commissioner
Harrell requested to review the plans for the project.
Basketball and Volleyball Courts – Mr. Gantt stated that Cape Fear Community College is not in favor of giving an
easement for the proposed basketball and volleyball courts. They prefer a minimal cost lease with a 5-year
renewable term. Following a brief discussion, Commissioner Robbins made a motion to proceed with the basketball
and volleyball project and allow for the Town Manager to sign the lease agreement. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Harrell. Motion carried unanimously.
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EMS Building – Mr. Gantt advised that he met with the contractor today. The contractor has been researching a
new way to connect the brick to the building. This new plan will help with cost reduction and Sam Guidry will be
working to approve this week and the Town should be able to sign contracts and begin work soon.
Tractor Trailer Parking on Dickerson Street – Mr. Gantt advised there is nothing in the Town’s current regulations to
prohibit this activity on the road. Following a brief discussion, Commissioner Harrell questioned if the Town could
offer the Railroad Right-of-Way as an alternative to on-street parking. Mr. Gantt stated he would be in contact with
NCDOT Rail Division to inquire as to allowing truck parking.
Budget – Mr. Gantt stated he sent the Board a Rough Salary Study in the Weekly Update comparing Burgaw
salaries with those of other jurisdictions of similar population. Mr. Gantt further stated that one of the questions
regarding salaries involved those lower salaried employees, mainly Public Works. In looking at what other towns
are doing, he proposed an alternate plan of giving a staggered Cost of Living increase so the lower salaried
employees, grades 3 through 17, would receive an 8% increase, grades 18 through 24 would receive a 7% increase,
and grades above 25 would receive 6%. He stated that this plan allows for the Pay Classification Plan to remain
intact and not have grades skip above other grades and still helps account for the increased cost of the economy in
general as well as the cost of family insurance plans. Mr. Gantt stated that with the proposed changes, the budget is
balanced. Commissioner Malloy stated that he felt the salaries for Water & Sewer Maintenance Worker and
Recreation Coordinator seems to be out of whack. Commissioner Malloy stated that Public Works employees are
just as important as the Police Department and Fire Department. He further stated that our competition is Pender
County and we are a training ground. Mr. Gantt explained that the maximum salary is 40% higher than the
minimum salary. When employees are hired, new employees are not always started at the minimum salary. Those
with training and experience can be started higher in the pay scale or as employees get training, additional dollar
amount or percentage can be given. Commissioner Harrell stated that the board had discussed splitting the Cost of
Living and readdressing it in December. Mr. Gantt stated that it was discussed for an additional 2% possibly given
in December but he has a concern that Pender County has proposed a 5% COLA as well as Wallace has already
given a 5% increase. Mr. Gantt expressed concern that if Burgaw does not go up, the Town will lose employees.
Commissioner Harrell questioned if any of the other municipalities paid their employees bonuses for work during
COVID. Commissioner Robbins stated no. Mr. Gantt stated that he would provide a list of jurisdictions who paid
bonuses for work during COVID. Commissioner Harrell requested that Mr. Gantt provide a list of jurisdictions that
paid COVID bonuses and what the budget would look like if the COLA was split and readdressed in December as
well as addressing Commissioner Malloy’s concerns with Public Works salaries. Mr. Gantt reminded the Board that
the COVID bonus was a one-time bonus that did not affect employee salaries and that the budget is schedule for
adoption June 7, 2022 but there may be a need to call a Special Meeting later in June to adopt.
Next Meeting – Mr. Gantt announced that the next board meeting will be June 7, 2022, rescheduled from June 14,
2022.
ITEMS FROM MAYOR AND BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Harrell thanked Public Works for their work and care of the cemetery.
Commissioner Harrell questioned if it is possible to get a 13 th month on the water usage chart on the water bills and
in addition, wanted to know if the other side of the water bill could be used to publicize. Mr. Gantt stated that town
policy will be printed on the back side soon, but inserts can be placed in the water bills.
Commissioner Robbins stated the boards on the bridge on South Cowan are warping. Mr. Moore stated that the
board that was put down was green and it has dried and warped. Mr. Moore will take a look at it.
Commissioner Robbins stated that he received a call regarding debris on the west side of Johnson Street as you are
going back towards Hwy 53. He asked that the street sweeper clean the street in that area.
Commissioner Robbins requested that the Board review the abandoned car issue in the Town that may be creating a
nuisance in the neighborhoods. Mr. Gantt stated that State Law prohibits regulating unless it is less than $500,
wrecked or dismantled, and it can not be propelled as it was designed. State law limits what the town can do unless
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it is a big safety hazard. Commissioner Robbins requested a review of what the town can do in situations where
there might be two to three cars parked that look bad and creating the deterioration of the neighborhood. Mr. Gantt
stated it might take a law change in Raleigh to be able to address those situations. If the yard is grown up around a
vehicle, that might qualify as a health and safety hazard, but if a car is parked with no tag and it is worth more than
$500.00, state law prohibits regulating. Attorney Rivenbark stated that the town should take a look at the definition
of a junk yard in the ordinance and the possibility of expanding that definition.
Commissioner Malloy questioned the status of the house on North Wright Street. Mr. Hesse stated that the owner
has received multiple letters. Mr. Hesse stated he tries to work with everyone but at this point, he is at a standstill.
BREAK: 5:39PM – 5:50PM
PUBLIC FORUM
John Westbrook – Stated he wanted to thank the town for creating the Beautification Committee. He also stated he
was in the process of creating a plan for the Wright Street sidewalk between Fremont Street and Wilmington Street
and meeting with the owners of those properties to present to the Beautification Committee. He also stated that he is
appreciative of Mr. Suggs for communicating with him regarding the replacement of his memorial bench. He
requested copies of the benches and trashcans being purchased so he may work it into his plan. He also requested
public input regarding the NC Mainstreet program. Mr. Westbrook also requested the board speak with the truckers
and receive input as to what their needs are and where they would like to park. Mr. Westbrook reminded the Board
that he designed the plan for Burgaw Central Park on the right-of-way.
Daniel Wedlock – Stated he is having drainage issues during heavy rainstorms. NC DOT came and cleaned out the
ditches, but his lot drains towards the canal through other privately owned lots. Mr. Wedlock stated he is looking
for direction on how this drainage issue can be resolved. Mayor Dawson stated the town will take a look at the
issue. Mr. Wedlock also asked the town to address a dead tree at the corner of Walmart’s property that is dropping
limbs on the public sidewalk. Attorney Rivenbark stated he will address this issue with Walmart.
Chiquitta Lesene – Requested fee waiver for Bishop Raeford Hankins Memorial Park for nutrition and diabetes
prevention program on May 21, June 4, July 2, 16, and 30, and August 13 and 27, 2022 from 10AM to 12PM. Ms.
Lesene also invited the Commissioners to join in the classes. Following a brief discussion, Commissioner Harrell
made a motion to approve the fee waiver as requested. Commissioner Robbins seconded the motion. Motion
carried unanimously.
ITEMS FROM MAYOR AND BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - CONTINUED
Mayor Dawson stated that the Beautification Committee would like to add some wildflowers along the trail.
Watering those areas will need to be addressed.
PUBLIC HEARING
Consideration of a Major Special Use Permit requested for one multi-family building containing four two-
bedroom apartments to be located at 404 S. McRae Street on a 0.28 acre tract totally 12,258 sq. ft. The
property is further identified as tax reference number 3229-21-7380-0000. This public hearing is a
continuation from the March 8, 2022 and April 12, 2022 regular Board of Commissioners meeting.
Public Hearing reconvened at 6:10PM
Attorney Rivenbark – Madam Mayor, before we begin, give me those names that are signed, I think do I see here
today that they have all been sworn so far.
Mayor Dawson – All we have is Mr. Smith
Attorney Rivenbark – Okay. Mr. Smith is sworn for his prior testimony.
Jessica Gray – Alright. Thank you. I am Jessica Gray representing the planning department for Ms. Correll. And
this is the third time you all have seen this so I am just going to briefly, um, give a recap about this and uh,
consideration of a major special use permit requested for one multi-family building containing four two-bedroom
apartments to be located at 404 S McRae St. on a 0.28-acre tract totaling 12, 258 square feet. The property is further
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identified as tax reference number 3229-21-7380-0000. The property owner, Andrew Smith, is requesting a major
special use permit for this quadruplex. Um, it is in the R-7 zoning, the lot meets the size requirements in the UDO,
um, in the Table of Permitted Uses this requires a major special use permit as well as a major special use permit to
develop a Residential Planned Building Group. So, it’s in the R-7 zoning district, it’s also in the 2030
Comprehensive Land Use Plan map it is high density residential, and multi-family is one of the use
recommendations for high density residential. Um, this is the Future Land Use Map that shows where it is in that
high density. Um, that’s the vacant lot that the quadruplex is proposed. That is the current zoning showing that it is
in R-7. Um, this is the site plan proposal that was submitted. This is what, um, the quadruplex is intended to look
like with the two stories, two story floor plans. And next I will let Mr. Smith go through his responses.
Andrew Smith – Thank you Jessica.
Attorney Rivenbark – And Mr. Smith, I would just remind you that you are under oath from your prior testimony.
Andrew Smith – Yes sir, absolutely. Thank you, guys. So yes, this is the third time here today. Sorry last month I,
uh, had a family reunion, so forgive me I wasn’t able to attend and thank you for hearing and passing that on, thank
you for today. Uh, I think at this point I would like to believe that, you know, we’ve kinda gone over what is being
proposed. Um, at the first meeting we had here was discussions from, you know, from individuals that said they
ultimately thought that it would be negatively impactful for the environment of what was around it. Um, at that
time, remember we left, I asked to table so that I could have someone come in, um, that obviously was licensed and
could stamp something to state, uh, what they felt, you know, ultimately going to be the value of what would be
presented for this project. I think you guys hopefully have that, um, you know, response that was given on that. I
don’t know if you have the ability to pull that up or not.
Attorney Rivenbark – They were given, the board was given hard copies of that.
Andrew Smith – Okay, cool. Yeah, so ultimately, I mean, that was the biggest concern, you know, from my
understanding that was brought up and you guys asked for something that I would be willing to, you know, go out
and try and obtain. This is a stamped certified, um, and states basically that it will be in harmony and not negatively
impact cause if we, and kind of cohesive of what is existing there now, um, again the goal here is to bring
residential, you know, rental units to town. I know that I have eight units in town now and they’re all beyond rented
and, uh, one vacant and ten people have inquired. I think there is a high need for rental properties in the area and
we’re here to help try bring housing to the town. Do you guys have any specific questions in regards to the build, or
what I am proposing?
Commissioner Harrell – You answered all of those. Thank you.
Andrew Smith – Yeah, you know, I don’t want to take a whole lot of you guy’s time. Again I think you this is, you
guys know what has been proposed there and I am happy to answer any additional questions.
Mayor Dawson – No additional questions from anyone? Okay, so do we have a motion to…
Attorney Rivenbark – At this point Madam Mayor, and you may have been getting ready to do that and I apologize
for the interruption.
Mayor Dawson – It’s okay
Attorney Rivenbark – You can close the Public Hearing.
Mayor Dawson – Close it, okay. So is there a motion to close the Public Hearing?
Commissioner Robbins – So moved.
Commissioner Harrell – Second.
Mayor Dawson – All in favor?
(All in favor, motion carried. Public Hearing closed at 6:16PM)
Mayor Dawson – Do we have a motion to move forward with this request?
Attorney Rivenbark – On this request, since it is a special use permit, we’ve got to read, uh, each criteria and we
have a handout in front of you for reference and we have to have each commissioner vote individually aloud on each
one of the four criteria and then a final yes or no and again each individual commissioner has to vote since it is a
quasi-judicial hearing.
Mayor Dawson – Okay, so do I need to read?
Attorney Rivenbark – Yes Ma’am if you would read A, B, C, and D and then ask for each commissioner by name,
yes or no.
Mayor Dawson – Do I need to read each of the paragraphs?
Attorney Rivenbark – No, just start with A, The location and character.
Mayor Dawson – Okay, Alright, A. The location and character of the special use, if developed according to the plan
as submitted and approved, will be in harmony with the area in which it is located. The special use shall
demonstrate conformance to the Land Use Plan or other plan in effect at the time and address impacts of the project.
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Commissioner George – Yes
Commissioner Harrell – Yes
Commissioner Robbins – Yes, but I have an additional condition I would like to vote if this is the proper time to do
it and that involves the landscaping. I am trying to remember, there was a particular type of conifer that was
proposed as a screen.
Andrew Smith – Yes sir.
Commissioner Robbins – Could you bring that to our attention please.
Andrew Smith – Yes sir, um, give me one second here. We have, there are eight ten-foot cypress trees and hold on
one second, let me find out where I put that on here, yup, and there’s, so basically there’s a five foot buffer required,
there’s no current trees on the property so the goal here is to create a big buffer obviously on three sides. There will
be ten ten-foot Leyland Cypress trees and thirty eight-foot six-foot Thorney, forgive me how I say this, Elaeagnus
shrubs.
Commissioner Robbins – Elaeagnus
Andrew Smith – Yes, sir.
Commissioner Robbins – Uh, I would like to propose you, uh, do away with the Leyland Cypress.
Andrew Smith – Yes sir.
Commissioner Robbins – And substitute a variety call Arborvitae Green Giant.
Andrew Smith – I am familiar.
Commissioner Robbins – Okay
Andrew Smith – That will be no problem whatsoever.
Commissioner Robbins – You ought to be able to find them just as easily.
Andrew Smith – Yes sir.
Commissioner Robbins – They will, they will form better and stay rooted better than the Leyland Cypress.
Andrew Smith – Okay.
Commissioner Robbins – Storms seem to wreak havoc on the Leyland Cypress.
Attorney Rivenbark – Mr. Smith, are you in agreement with that change?
Andrew Smith – Yes sir.
Mayor Dawson – Mr. Malloy?
Commissioner Malloy – Yes.
Attorney Rivenbark – Commissioner George and Harrell, is your vote still yes with the change from Mr. Robbins?
For additional condition?
Commissioner Harrell – Yes
Commissioner George – Yes
Mayor Dawson – Item B. The use is allowed pursuant to this ordinance and meets all the required conditions and
specification s including, without limitation, those se out in this Ordinance.
Commissioner George – Yeah
Commissioner Harrell – Yes
Commissioner Robbins – Yes
Commissioner Malloy – Yes
Mayor Dawson – Item C. The use of the property as proposed will not affect other adjoining or abutting property
values.
Commissioner George – Yes
Commissioner Harrell – Yes
Commissioner Robbins – Yes
Commissioner Malloy – Yes
Mayor Dawson – Item D. The use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located where proposed
and developed according to the plan as submitted and approved.
Commissioner George – Yes
Commissioner Harrell – Yes
Commissioner Robbins – Yes
Commissioner Malloy – Yes
Mayor Dawson – The increase in vehicular traffic resulting form a proposed development would not pose a danger
to public safety. Refer to Section 9.3 concerning the standards for Traffic Impact Studies.
Commissioner George – I got a question about that. Um, it’s got four apartments in it? And, um, I think that
normal procedure is two apartments can be (inaudible)
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Andrew Smith – By code, on multi-family, is the requirement of one- and one-half units parking per unit. We are
designing for two. So we are designing more than what the code requires.
Commissioner George – Okay, there was a statement made some, one of the procedures, an apartment had, uh, a
party, what did they do with the cars that’s going that’s parking going to the party? Blocking a residence from
coming into their parking place.
Andrew Smith – I can’t answer that question, but maybe the Chief back there can probably answer if he…
Commissioner George – You know it’s to code requirements too, it’s in compliance with the code.
Commissioner Robbins – If you’re hindering somebody’s getting out. You can’t do that. I don’t think.
Commissioner George – But, but I’m just thinking that if they have an overage of parking over there, they’re going
to be parking everywhere. This won’t be, you know what I’m talking about?
Commissioner Harrell – I do, but that’s not covered by the code.
Commissioner George – That’s what I’m saying. I vote yes, yes.
Commissioner Harrell – Yes
Commissioner Robbins – Yes
Commissioner Malloy – Yes
Attorney Rivenbark – Madam Mayor there’s one more not listed, if you don’t mind, I’ll just state it and we will
vote the same way.
Mayor Dawson – Okay.
Attorney Rivenbark – And this would be that the Board is voting in the affirmative or negative overall to allow this
project as presented with the one additional condition accepted by the property owner as proposed by Mr. Robbins.
Each member will vote yes or no to approve the project overall.
Commissioner George – Yes
Commissioner Harrell – Yes
Commissioner Robbins – Yes, but understand you’re moving, you’re building something in an established
neighborhood, and all we want and all we ask of you if that you make it look nice.
Andrew Smith – Yes sir.
Commissioner Robbins – That’s it. So I’ll vote yes.
Commissioner Malloy – Uh, the only thing I ask of you is please be conscious of vehicle traffic.
Andrew Smith – Yes sir.
Commissioner Malloy – I vote yes.
Attorney Rivenbark – It passes
Mayor Dawson – Thank you
Andrew Smith – Thank you guys for your time.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, Commissioner Harrell made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Malloy and carried by unanimous vote.
The meeting adjourned at 6:24 PM.
______________________________
G. Olivia Dawson, Mayor
Attest: __________________________________
Kimberly Rivenbark, Deputy Town Clerk
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Agenda
Town of Burgaw
Board of Commissioners Meeting
Historic Train Depot, 115 South Dickerson Street, Burgaw NC
May 10, 2022 at 4:30 PM
AGENDA
1. Call to Order – Mayor Olivia Dawson
2. Invocation - Reverend Nick Smith
3. Pledge of Allegiance – All
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Approval of the February 15-16, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
B. Ordinance 2022-14 Grant Project Ordinance for the Town of Burgaw American Rescue Plan Act
of 2021: Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
C. Resolution 2022-13 Consideration of a resolution amending the Town of Burgaw’s Personnel
Policy
D. Ordinance 2022-15 Amending the FY 2021-2022 budget to add the newly created Assistant Town
Manager position to the pay classification plan
*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.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS
6. Proclamation for National Skilled Nursing Care Week 2022 – Mayor Dawson
7. NC Blueberry Festival – Jaliese Blackburn, NC Blueberry Festival Association
8. Kiwanis Club of Burgaw – Tara Everett, Member
9. Burgaw Tourism Development Authority – Myra McDuffie, Member
10. Burgaw Beautification Committee – Meg Smith, Vice-Chairperson
ITEMS FROM ATTORNEY – Zachary Rivenbark, Town Attorney
11. To be announced
ITEMS FROM MANAGER – James Gantt, Town Manager
12. Resolution 2022-14 Requesting the services of the NC Main Street and Rural Planning Center for the
Town of Burgaw
13. Update on current town projects
ITEMS FROM MAYOR AND BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
14. To be announced
BREAK (5:30 or thereabout)
There will be a five minute break in order to allow citizens to sign up for Public Forum and Public Hearings.
PUBLIC FORUM
15. Public Forum - The Public Forum is for non-public hearing items only. Speakers must sign in, step to
the podium when recognized, state your name and residence address. Remarks should be limited to three
(3) minutes per speaker.
PUBLIC HEARING
Public Hearing #1 – Andrea Correll, Planning Director
16. Consideration of a Major Special Use Permit requested for one multi-family building containing four
two-bedroom apartments to be located at 404 S. McRae Street on a 0.28 acre tract totally 12,258 sq. ft.
The property is further identified as tax reference number 3229-21-7380-0000. This public hearing is a
continuation from the March 8, 2022 and April 12, 2022 regular Board of Commissioners meeting.
17. CLOSED SESSION – if applicable
18. ADJOURNMENT
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