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To All IOP Employees,
A HUGE thank you to each and every one of you for your efforts over the past week taking care of our city, residents and visitors. I am continually in awe of your work, attitude to do whatever is needed and willingness to serve – thank you!
What I saw this...Read more
Tropical Storm Debby Update and Important Information
Update #7
10:00 a.m., August 8, 2024
Mayor Phillip Pounds signed a proclamation this morning ending the...Read more
Tropical Storm Debby Update and Important Information
Update #6
11:00 a.m., August 7, 2024
The City of Isle of Palms is under a State of Emergency and has activated its Municipal Emergency Operations Center.
Weather Update:
Tropical Storm Debby is located...Read more*As of 7:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 7, 2024, all roads are opened.
Please check this page for Road Closure updates.
8:00 AM August 6, 2024
The following roads are closed:
25th Avenue from Palm Blvd through Waterway Blvd. Multiple downed trees caused by a tornado...Read moreTropical Storm Debby Update and Important Information
Update #5
5:00 p.m., August 6, 2024
The City of Isle of Palms is under a State of Emergency and has activated its Municipal Emergency Operations Center.
Weather Update:
Debby is currently...Read moreWe continue to closely monitor Tropical Storm Debby and potential impacts in the coming days. In order to better triage and expedite the deployment of damage assessment teams ( if necessary ) following the event, we ask that residents and officials report damage to beachfront structures,...Read more
Tropical Storm Debby Update and Important Information
Update #4
11 a.m., August 6, 2024
The City of Isle of Palms is under a State of Emergency and has activated its Municipal Emergency Operations Center.
Tropical Storm Debby is bringing historic levels of...Read more
Tropical Storm Debby Update and Important Information
Update #3
1:00 p.m., August 5, 2024
The City of Isle of Palms is closely monitoring the storm and the potential impacts to our area. City Department Heads have met daily to review and provide updates on storm...Read more
Tropical Storm Debby Update #2
2:00 pm, August 4, 2024
The City of Isle of Palms is closely monitoring the storm and the potential impacts to our area. City Department Heads have met to review and provide update on storm preparations, ensure buildings and facilities are...Read more
The City of Isle of Palms is preparing for potential impacts as Tropical Storm Debby approaches our area.
Weather Overview and Expected Impacts:
The National Weather Service is predicting up to 18 inches of rain which...Read more
Provided by US Army Corp of Engineers, Charleston District On July 31, 2024, Mayor Phillip Pounds joined Sullivan’s...Read more
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