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Due to work in progress at the Wilkesboro Civic Center, no further civic center reservations will be taken until further notice.
Ken Noland, Town Manager
Brian Severt, Public Works Superintendent
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE - TOWN OF WILKESBORO
2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT APPRROPIATION
The 2026-2027 proposed budget for the Town of Wilkesboro has been submitted to the Wilkesboro Town Council. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection (NC § 159-13(b)) at the Finance Department located at 203 West Main Street in Wilkesboro.
The Wilkesboro Town Council will meet to conduct a public hearing on the proposed budget at 5:30 P.M. May 4, 2026, in the lobby of the Town Hall, located at 203 West Main Street, Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
In accordance with North Carolina § 158-7.1(c), notice is also given that public comment will be received by the Town Council at the time of the public hearing regarding a request made by the Wilkes Economic Development Corporation (EDC) for the allocation of funds by the Town to EDC to further its ongoing plans for development or expansion of business and industry in Wilkes County by increasing the inventory of available building sites and buildings, improving infrastructure, conducting due diligence inquiries and furthering other aspects of EDC’s programmatic plans and designs.
After hearing and considering public comments, the Wilkesboro Town Council will vote at that meeting on both the proposed budget and EDC’s request for funding.
Donna Rhodes, Town Clerk
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
