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4/8/24

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:...Read more

4/1/24

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...Read more

4/1/24

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 Center...Read more

3/28/24

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...Read more

3/26/24

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...Read more

3/21/24

After months of planning, the Native Plant Demonstration Garden sponsored by the City of Isle of Palms and its Environmental Advisory Committee has been planted. The process began on a cold and windy day on February 29, 2024, when twelve volunteers removed the turf near the driftwood and...Read more

3/18/24

Planning a trip to Isle of Palms? On weekends and ahead of major holidays, ABC News 4 provides a...Read more

3/12/24

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...Read more

3/7/24

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3/1/24
This week, Isle of Palms City Council approved a resolution honoring Elizabeth “Betsy” Russell Smiley, who passed away peacefully on February 14, 2024. She was a tireless and outspoken advocate for the Isle of Palms community, particularly during the recovery efforts following Hurricane Hugo. Betsy...Read more
3/1/24

Isle of Palms— March 1, 2024 — The City of Isle of Palms Front Beach Fest will take place Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 12 to 4 p.m. on Isle of Palms, SC. This event will have an impact on some roads on the island.

The following is a list of road closures and times:

Saturday,...Read more

2/29/24

The City of Isle of Palms has partnered 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. Beginning March 1, 2024 , this partnership with PCI will allow the police...Read more

2/27/24

What great community events we had this past weekend! We have another great event coming this Saturday – Front Beach Fest from 12:00-4:00. I hope you are able to make this popular event.

As I was attending the events this past weekend and at last Friday’s Coffee with the Mayor, a common...Read more

2/27/24

Wow – hard to believe it’s almost Spring!

Let’s talk about our beaches - recently, there has been a lot of activity and questions about the emergency work happening on our beaches. The City continues to address the erosion issues on the north and south ends of the island. Prior to 2023...Read more

2/22/24

On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, City Council adopted an emergency ordinance allowing owners of beach front properties located between 100 and 914 Ocean Boulevard to install a revetment or seawall entirely landward of the critical area, as determined by the Ocean and Coastal Resource Management...Read more

2/15/24

City offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024, for President's Day. Many services are available online at Virtual City Hall .Read more

2/7/24

As part of its five-year cycle to maintain public safety and electric system reliability, Dominion Energy will begin pruning trees on Isle of Palms in March. The project is set to last approximately 12-14 weeks. Dominion has an obligation and responsibility to maintain the delivery of...Read more

2/1/24

Stop by and learn about the importance of gardening with native plants, which provide food and shelter for native butterflies, insects, birds and other animals.

Presented by...Read more

1/30/24
City of Isle of Palms Partners with Citibot to Launch New Alert, Chat Service

AI-powered customer service solution includes automated web and text features the community can access 24/7

IMPORTANT: This chat service should...Read more

1/26/24

ISLE OF PALMS, S.C .- Due to the construction of drainage improvements, a road closure at the 41st Avenue outfall on Waterway Boulevard in Isle of Palms (IOP) will begin on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. Traffic will be detoured at 32nd Avenue through Palm Boulevard and up to 41st Avenue. Only...Read more

1/26/24

The City is accepting applications for surf instruction providers through 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2024. Applications received by the deadline will be considered by City Council at their February 27, 2024 meeting.

The City allows commercial surf instruction providers to provide...Read more

1/25/24

Hello! I hope your new year has started off in a good way.

Each year when we get to November 30th, I usually breathe a sigh of relief – as it’s the end of hurricane season. However, since then we have had significant storms in successive months that have wreaked some havoc. During the...Read more

1/25/24
City of Isle of Palms to Host Front Beach Fest

WHAT: The City of Isle of Palms invites people of all ages for a day of dancing, eating and fun on Ocean Boulevard. This free event will feature music from The Coppertones, along with The Yacht Club. The afternoon...Read more

1/19/24

FY25 State Accommodations Tax Grant Applications Process:

The City of Isle of Palms is accepting applications from organizations wishing to receive grants from the 2% state accommodations tax fund.

South Carolina law allows for a 2% tax levy on the rental of all transient...Read more

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