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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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Last updated on 01-06-2026
| Town Council Commissions |
Member | App/Election Date | End Term |
| Andy Soots (Ex-officio) |
Sam Call (Chair) | January 2014 | June 2027 |
| Larry Baity (Co-Chair) | August 2024 | June 2027 | |
| James Scott | March 2024 | March 2027 | |
| Caroline Czerkawaski | April 2023 | June 2026 | |
| Vacant | ----- | ----- | |
| James Minton, Admin./Secretary | ----- | ----- | |
| Halee Ratcliff, Finance Director | ----- | ----- |
The Cemetery Committee will meet quarterly or on an on-call basis, with meetings on the second Tuesday of each quarter (January, April, July, and October) at 2:00 pm.
If you should need additional information, please contact Town Clerk Donna Rhodes at 336-838-3951 Ext. 1042 or email.
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§ 97.02 Management of Cemeteries.
1. The power of decision-making shall rest in the Cemetery Committee. This Board shall be comprised of 4 Wilkesboro citizens and 1 Town Council member. The Town Manager and the Town Attorney shall be ex officio members of the Committee and shall be present at each meeting. The Cemetery Administrator shall be present at each meeting as well and must enact decisions made by the Cemetery Committee.
2. The term of office for Cemetery committee members will be 4 years as appointed by the Board of Commissioners (currently Town Council). There shall be no term limits.
3. Nominations will be made each year for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary.
4. The Cemetery Committee will meet quarterly or on call basis, with meetings on the second Tuesday of each quarter at 2:00 p.m. Meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of January, April, July, and October.
(Ord. passed 10-3-2005)
