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SHRED 360 will hold a FREE document shredding day on the island. In an effort to shred your sensitive documents in a timely manner, Attendees are limited to (3) three boxes (copy paper box or smaller) or three bags (kitchen trash bag or smaller) per vehicle. Location: Municipal Parking Lot B (across from the Public Safety Building at 30 JC Long Boulevard) Please note: no hazardous waste will be...

As you prepare for your trip to Isle of Palms, please be aware that the city requires a permit for gatherings of more than 50 people on public property, including the beach and beach access paths. Please view the ordinance here: Ordinance 2023-05 The application is available here: Permit for Gatherings on Public Property

On March 1, 2024, the City of Isle of Palms announced a partnership with PCI Municipal Services to manage the city’s parking plan. Traditionally, the management of the city’s parking plan was handled by the police department. This partnership allows the police department’s employees and officers to focus more attention on priority calls for service and higher visibility on the beaches and reduce...

ISLE OF PALMS, S.C.- The City of Isle of Palms (IOP) will host its 2024 Hurricane Expo on Tuesday, May 21, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. IOP residents and residents from surrounding communities are welcome to attend and learn more about how to prepare for a hurricane. The event will be held at the city’s Recreation Department and is free and open to the public. IOP City officials and various community...

Isle of Palms Cleanup Crew kicked off their series of 2024 spring litter sweeps on March 11, working in partnership with the South Carolina Aquarium’s conservation team. Around 90 volunteers attended the Monday evening event at Front Beach. Each spring litter sweep includes a welcome session geared to students, groups, businesses, families and other newcomers. The series continues every other...

I do love the time of year we are entering – not the pollen – but the temperatures and longer daylight are always welcome additions. Lot of projects are going on as you see when you make your way around the island. Some are obvious by sight, but a few are more behind the scenes. A couple to highlight: •Beach Traffic Planning Session – for the 3rd year we met to prepare for the upcoming busy season...

Isle of Palms Native Plant Garden The City of Isle of Palms in conjunction with the Environmental Advisory Committee created a Native Plant Demonstration Garden in the spring of 2024. Here is information about it: The garden is planted on Palm Boulevard at 7 th Avenue on property owned by The Isle of Palms Water & Sewer Commission. This beautiful spot overlooks the marsh and Hamlin Creek. Planning...

Planning a trip to Isle of Palms? On weekends and ahead of major holidays, ABC News 4 provides a livestream of roadway conditions and beach forecast. You can also view traffic on the island through the South Carolina Department of Transportation's 511 System.

ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. - On March 10, 2024, Isle of Palms (IOP) Fire and Rescue was dispatched to the 500 block of Ocean Blvd by Charleston County Dispatch at approximately 2:48 p.m. Upon arrival, at approximately 2:53 p.m., the first fire apparatus noted a three-story elevated home that was heavily involved in a wind-driven fire on all three levels of the home. All occupants were able to safely exit...