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ISLE OF PALMS, SC. - The City of Isle of Palms is thrilled to announce the successful completion of Phase 3 of the drainage...Read more
I hope your summer is going well. Our busy summer season seems to fly by quicker each year – I’m sure our students would agree with that!
Fiscal responsibility is one of the primary roles of City Council. A few quick highlights of our City’s current financial position:
• Cash...Read more
Isle of Palms City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Council Chambers in City Hall. Listed below are the highlights from the meeting:
Action Items City Council received an update from Steven Traynum from Coastal Science and Engineering, about the condition of the...Read moreWe are excited to announce that applications are now open for several important boards and commissions. We are seeking passionate individuals who are interested in making a positive impact in their community.
The following positions are available:
Planning Commission: Join this...Read moreCity Council formed the Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) to advise City Council on matters of environmental impact, protections, conservation and sustainability by exploring innovations, best practices & data around changes.
The committee aims to educate the community about...Read more
Isle of Palms, SC – The LENS Foundation Isle of Palms proudly recognizes a host of local individuals, couples, and businesses whose generous contributions have launched the Firefighter Founders program. This new initiative is tailored to meet the Isle of Palms Fire Department's specific needs,...Read more
Isle of Palms— July 3, 2024 — The annual Isle of Palms July Fourth golf cart parade will take place Thursday, July 4, 2024, starting at 10 a.m. on Isle of Palms, SC. The event will start at Ocean Boulevard and Fourth Avenue. This event will have an impact on some roads on the island. Look for...Read more
City offices and the Recreation Center will be closed on Thursday, July 4th.
Emergency services remain available 24/7. Please call 911 in the case of an emergency.
Garbage Collection Schedule:
July 1: Breach Inlet through 30th Ave July 2: 30th Avenue through Wild Dunes July...Read moreIn the summer of 2023, the city began working with the engineering firm, Seamon Whiteside, on a Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan. To view the scope of the project in more detail, please see the following documents:
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Happy July 4th! I hope you will have the opportunity to participate in the annual golf cart parade and fireworks. Both are always a great way to spend the day on the island.
A couple of much anticipated projects are complete or very close to completion – improved drainage outfall at 41st...Read more
WHAT: The City of Isle of Palms Recreation Department will kick-off the 2024 Farmer’s Market & Food Truck Jam series on June 20, 2024. This event experienced a huge growth in 2023 and...Read more
Update: Water guns and hoses are allowed. Please use good judgement and avoid people’s faces. Guests have been injured during the parade so we are taking the necessary steps to mitigate those risks.
Fireworks Show
The City of Isle of Palms (IOP) will...Read more
Hurricane Season is June 1- November 30. Learn about the steps you can take to prepare for a storm.
Disaster can strike at any time of the day, so it's important to have a planned response when you're at work, on vacation or on the road.
In a disaster, local officials...Read more
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Summer of 2024 is here! There are still times coming over the Connector or driving around our island I’m reminded how blessed we are to live on this beautiful island. What a great place to live, work and play.
Community engagement is key to any good, well-functioning municipality. Over...Read more
The next step in the City of Isle of Palms’ Community Enrichment Plan project includes gathering additional feedback from Isle of Palms community members through listening sessions. Attendees will be able to provide feedback on issues relating to quality of life and tourism. Youth participation...Read more
The City of Isle of Palms will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, May 22 @ 5:00 p.m. at the Recreation Center, 24 28th Avenue to share details and answer questions regarding a proposed shoal management project at the north end of the island.
The project would include harvesting sand...Read more
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The road closure at the 41st Avenue outfall on Waterway Boulevard in Isle of Palms has ended and Waterway Boulevard is now open.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as the city works to complete drainage improvements.Read more
Drivers can expect intermittent traffic interruptions on the HL Hunley Bridge (Breach Inlet) on Wednesday, May 1, between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Drivers are encouraged to use the IOP Connector during this time, to avoid traffic delays. Officers from Sullivan's Island Police Department and the Isle...Read more
Ensuring public safety is the Isle of Palms Police Department's top priority. The City has taken proactive measures to address the situation in response to recent coyote incidents in our city. This includes working with a professional trapping...Read more
I hope your Spring has been good so far. Spring breaks have come and gone and now the Summer busy season is next. Our staff has been preparing for the season for weeks with some of the initiatives reviewed in my last message – Traffic Planning Session with surrounding communities and support...Read more
Due to the construction of drainage improvements, a road closure at the 41st Avenue outfall on Waterway Boulevard in Isle of Palms (IOP) starts Tuesday, April 23. Traffic will be detoured at 32nd Avenue through Palm Boulevard and up to 41st Avenue. Only local traffic will be accommodated on...Read more