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Due to extreme fire danger caused by ongoing drought conditions and little to no rain in the forecast, all campfires are strictly prohibited at any campground during Merlefest weekend.
We understand that enjoying a campfire is a big part of the camping experience during MerleFest. However, current conditions create a serious risk for rapid fire spread, and for the safety of our community and visitors, this precaution is necessary.
This decision has been made through a coordinated effort between the Town of Wilkesboro Fire Marshal, the Wilkes County Fire Marshal’s Office, and the North Carolina Forest Service.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping keep everyone safe.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
Jonah B. Absher
Fire Marshal, Wilkesboro Fire Department, 400 S. Cherry St., Wilkesboro, NC 28697, (336) 667-6228
Robbie Bolin
Fire Marshal, Wilkes Co. Fire Marshal’s Office, 580 Poplar Grove Rd., Wilkesboro, NC 28697, (336) 921-7533
Jeremiah Greene
Wilkes Co. Ranger, N. C. Forest Service, 638 New Browns Ford Rd., Wilkesboro, NC 28697, (336) 973-4104
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BURN BAN IN EFFECT FOR THE TOWN OF WILKESBORO
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Effective immediately, the Town of Wilkesboro Fire Department Fire Marshal, in coordination with the Wilkes County Fire Marshal’s Office, has issued a local burn ban on ALL outdoor burning within the town limits of Wilkesboro.
This ban prohibits any open burning within 100 feet of any structure, regardless of previously issued burn permits or existing town ordinances. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
• Recreational fires
• Portable outdoor fireplaces|
• Burning of yard debris
• Outdoor fire pits
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT SPECIAL USE PERMIT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town of Wilkesboro will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers at Wilkesboro Town Hall, 203 West Main Street, Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comments regarding a Special Use Permit request submitted by Resource Housing Group on behalf of Wilkes Development Company, LLC, for property located at TBD Olive Drive, Wilkesboro, North Carolina, identified as Parcel ID 3858-01-1531, containing approximately 2.48 acres.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Town of Wilkesboro will be holding a public hearing to solicit citizen input on the submission of applications for Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Relief Funds (CDBG-DR) funds. The CDBG funds will be used to assist the Town with Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
A public hearing is scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2026, at 5:30 pm at the Wilkesboro Town Hall located at 203 West Main Street, Wilkesboro, NC. All interested citizens are invited to attend.
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Our Public Works consist of three different departments:
Click on the department links to view to each department's page.
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Department within the Public Works Division
Building Section: Electrical
Mechanical
Safety-related devices
Work requests for other departments as needed
Execute facility moves
Assists in setup of community events such as festivals and town meetings
Assists in the installation of holiday decorations in the downtown area
Responsible for vegetation management program of the town properties
Litter removal within town limits
Mowing, mulching, fertilizing, and plantings of town-owned properties
Herbicide applications – licensed through the NC Department of Agriculture.
Town Arborist and is certified through the ISA.
Report a street light or traffic light outage Report a Missing Sign Report Pothole or Sidewalk Issue
The Streets section has the responsibility of the following within the town limits and right-of-ways.
Public roadway maintenance
Street resurfacing
Street Sign Maintenance
Existing sidewalk and alley maintenance
Maintenance of stormwater and drainage
Snow and ice removal
Trimming and mowing of right-of-ways and sidewalk edging
Fleet Maintenance
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A department within the Public Works Division
Our Water and Sewer Construction Department were initiated in 1996 to place an increased emphasis on customer service by minimizing water and sewer disruption, ensuring quality service and product at a minimum cost to the citizens of Wilkesboro. This in-house crew accomplishes great progress:
Replaces and installing approximately 4-5 miles of water and sewer lines annually
Repair water leaks
Install meter settings
Install water and sewer taps
Sewage stoppage responsibilities
Preventive maintenance program by NC DEQ involves approximately 6 miles of jetting annually
Visual inspections of the entire collection system (approximately 50 miles)
Maintain all sewer line easements by mowing, clearing and cleaning several miles annually.
Installation of all new curb and gutter, sidewalk and storm drain.
The Public Works department is staffed with 10 employees and someone is available 24 hours a day/365 days a year. Due to the nature of the business, it is crucial to have the rapid response of this department’s manpower and equipment on a day-to-day basis to business owners and residents of the Town of Wilkesboro.
If you should experience an emergency during or after hours, click here.
2025 Collection Systems Performance Annual Report
2024 Collection Systems Performance Annual Report
2023 Collection Systems Performance Annual Report
2022 Collection Systems Performance Annual Report
2021 Collection Systems Performance Annual Report
2020 Collection Systems Performance Annual Report
2019 Collection Systems Performance Annual Report
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A department within the Public Works Division
Report a street light or traffic light outage Report a Missing Sign Report Pothole or Sidewalk Issue
The Town of Wilkesboro Street Department is a division of Public Works and has the responsibility of the following within the town limits and right-of-ways:
Public roadway maintenance
Street resurfacing
Street Sign Maintenance
Existing sidewalk and alley maintenance
Maintenance of stormwater and drainage
Snow and ice removal
Trimming and mowing of right-of-ways and sidewalk edging
