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September and Fall – some of my favorite times to be on our island! The weather starts to cool a bit, and the crowds are gone for another season. Some days it’s the little things that remind me why I’m so glad I live here. On my way into City Hall today, I drove by the marina and rec center as I do most days to see what was happening. What a great site to see families gathered on our public dock...

Interested in serving your community? Consider applying for a vacancy on one of the City of Isle of Palms’ Boards and Commissions, which advise City Council and help shape local policies. All applicants must be residents of the City of Isle of Palms and have some background or expertise in the matters covered by the committee. Current Boards and Commissions Vacancies: (2) Environmental Advisory...

End of Summer Schedule • Aug. 18, Monday, 6-7 pm • Aug. 20, Wednesday Breakfast Club, 7-8 am • Aug. 25, Monday, 6-7 pm • Aug. 27, Wednesday Breakfast Club, 7-8 am • Sept. 1 (Labor Day), Monday, 6-7 pm Fall & Winter Schedule • Oct. 13, Monday, 4:30-5:30 pm • Nov. 10, Monday, 4:30-5:30 pm • Dec. 8, Monday, 4:30-5:30 pm - holiday litter sweep • Jan. 12, Monday, 4:30-5:30 pm • Feb. 9, Monday, 4:30-5...

The Isle of Palms Police Department is pleased to announce a new partnership with DoodyCalls Charleston, a professional pet waste management service, to manage and service the dog waste stations located throughout the city. Proper disposal of pet waste is more than a courtesy—it’s essential for protecting the environment and public health. Pet waste left on the ground can wash into storm drains...

Labor Day Service Information City Garbage Collection Garbage collection will be delayed by one day during the week of Labor Day. Please plan accordingly. To view the collection route, visit Public Works. Please submit service requests via our webchat feature or text HELLO to (877) 607-6467. Note: If you have already signed up for text alerts, simply send your question to the number above...

FY26 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 for FY26. The fund has $35,000 available for eligible applications. South Carolina law allows for a 2% tax levy on the rental of all transient accommodations to help provide financial support to promote...

Phone service has been restored at City Hall. Thank you for your patience and flexibility during the outage.

Seriously – isn’t it hard to believe we are already thinking and planning for back-to-school time? This summer I hope you have enjoyed some fun on our island or another piece of paradise elsewhere. As we have done in the past few years, we will be meeting with representatives from numerous area partners - Mt. Pleasant, Sullivans Island, Charleston County, SCDOT, ABC News 4 and others - to debrief...

July 23, 2025 City Hall phone lines are experiencing service disruption. Technicians are actively working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. The Police Department’s non-emergency line remains operational: (843) 886-6522. For emergencies, please call 911. Services can be requested by texting (877) 607-6467. (Note: If this is your first time signing up, text HELLO). If you’re already...

Interested in serving your community? Consider applying for a vacancy on one of the City of Isle of Palms’ Boards and Commissions, which advise City Council and help shape local policies. All applicants must be residents of the City of Isle of Palms and have some background or expertise in the matters covered by the committee. Current Boards and Commissions Vacancies: Beach Preservation Committee...