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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.
Last updated 01-06-2026
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Member | Appointment | End Term |
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Andy Soots
(Ex-officio)
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Tom Caudill (Chair)
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August 2024
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August 2026
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Chuck Forester
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August 2024
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August 2026
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Adina Watkins
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November 2023
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November 2025
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Jim Trice
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August 2024
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August 2026
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Steve Walter - ETJ Member
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November 2023
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November 2025
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Bruce Eilert (Vice Chair)
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November 2023
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November 2026
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Harold "Bud" Smith - ETJ Member
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August 2024
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August 2026
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Robert Taylor - ETJ Member
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August 2024
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August 2027
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Chris Steele - ETJ Member
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November 2023
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November 2026
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LB Prevette
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August 2024
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August 2027
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Larry Christenbury
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August 2024
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August 2027
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Andrew Carlton, Planning Director
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The objectives and purposes of the Wilkesboro Planning Board shall be as set forth in North Carolina General Statutes, Chapter 160A, Sections 361, 362 and 363, as amended, in those acts of the legislature which comprise the corporate charter of the Town of Wilkesboro, and powers and duties as may be from time to time delegated to said board by resolution or ordinance by the Wilkesboro Town Council within the limitations of the above-cited statutes.
The Planning Board for the Town of Wilkesboro fulfills the following responsibilities and duties:
Initiates and performs future planning activities for the Town of Wilkesboro City Limits and the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) in conjunction with the Planning Department
The Planning Board is an advisory board to the Town Council; the Planning board makes advisory recommendations to Town Council related to the following:
Zoning Ordinance and Town Code Amendments
Subdivision Review
Rezoning Review
Develop and recommend policies, ordinances, and administrative procedures
Make studies of the Town of Wilkesboro and its jurisdiction and then prepare and adopt plans
Standing committees and ad hoc committees may be appointed by the Chairman from time to time for purposes and terms that the Planning Board approves.
Conduct any other business deemed appropriate.
If you should need further information or a copy of an agenda or minutes not listed, please contact the Planning Department at 336-838-3951 ext. 1010 for this information.
Regular meetings of the Planning Board shall be held on the last Tuesday of each month at 5:15 pm at the Wilkesboro Town Hall provided that, if the Chairman so directs, meetings may be held at any other time or place in the Town. Absence from three or more consecutive meetings or six meetings within the space of a year shall be deemed sufficient cause to ask for that member’s resignation.
Special meetings of the Planning Board may be called at any time by the Chairman, provided that timely notice is given to each member.
Whenever there is no business for the Planning Board, the Chairman may dispense with a regular meeting by giving timely notice to all members.
