Town Accepting Jack Burney Service Award Nominations

DAVIDSON, NC – The Town of Davidson is accepting nominations for the 2026 Jack Burney Community Service Award. This special award honors both G. Jackson Burney and those who improve the Davidson community through unselfish service over a lifetime. The Town of Davidson deeply values community service. If you know someone who has made a significant positive impact on our town and its residents, we would love to hear about them!

Nomination forms are available online at www.townofdavidson.org/burneyaward or by visiting the Davidson Town Hall and Community Center, located at 251 South Street.

Submissions must be received either online or delivered to Davidson Town Hall no later than October 2, 2026.

Jack Burney was a true friend of Davidson. He led a life dedicated to improving the quality of life for all around him, and that was especially true in his dealings with the town. In his professional life, Burney helped to create the Charlotte Census tracts for the U.S. Department of Commerce, and he managed the Charlotte Chamber Economic Development program for ten years. Jack provided support for town initiatives by volunteering his organizational, critical analysis, and leadership skills.

Additional history and more information, including the list of previous award recipients, is available on our website at www.townofdavidson.org/burneyaward.

For questions, please contact Town Clerk/Communications Director Betsy Shores at bshores@townofdavidson.org or (704)940-9614.