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May 2, 2025 Please note: Only the immediate work area of the beach will be closed for the duration of these projects. The city offers more than 50 beach access paths to enjoy. Recent unusually high tides washed away some of the newly completed work; however, sand replenishment is in progress. For your safety, please stay clear of the construction area and equipment. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers...

I’m sitting outside this beautiful morning, enjoying the peacefulness of our community. Watching residents, workers, and visitors go about their days. A reminder of how most days are on our island. However, yesterday was a reminder of how fortunate we really are. Our Public Safety staff performed admirably once again. They arrived swiftly at the scene and provided support with media coordination...

Update #3 May 1, 2025 6:00 p.m. Law enforcement confirmed that the suspect is now in custody. Roadblocks have been lifted. Update #2 May 1, 2025 5:00 p.m. Sullivan's Island Police Department has released the identity of the suspect involved in the hit-and-run. Justin Collin Adams is still at large and possibly armed with a knife. He was reported to be on foot, wearing a red shirt and dark shorts...

Isle of Palms— May 1, 2025 — The Isle of Palms Police Department (IOPPD) will be equipped with life-saving equipment thanks to a donation from a local business group called the Isle of Palms Family Vacation Rental Group (FVRG). The FVRG purchased two automated external defibrillators (AED) for the department. The goal will be to have these critical life-saving tools readily available in patrol...

Due to ongoing beach restoration efforts and high tide cycles, beach garbage cans have been relocated to the street side from Breach Inlet through 9th Avenue. Signage has been placed at 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 7th, and 9th Avenues to help guide the public. In the Wild Dunes area, garbage cans have been placed on the landside of the Property Owners’ Beach House access. Thank you for your cooperation...

Let the tourist season begin! Later this month our visitors will start to descend on our slice of paradise like the hummingbirds and butterflies that return annually. Last month I highlighted two resident committees that had recently finished their work and made presentations to City Council. These two committees were short term, special purpose committees that each met for over a year. However...

April 23, 2025 Please note: Only the immediate work area of the beach will be closed for the duration of these projects. The city offers more than 50 beach access paths to enjoy. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Crews are currently working just north of 3rd Avenue and will continue operations throughout most of the summer. City’s Supplemental Contractor The project is now halfway complete...

IOP Easter Egg Hunt April 18 Time: 12pm - 2pm Location: Isle of Palms Recreation Center- 24 28th Ave Easter Bunny, Jump Castles, Candy, Food Trucks and a lot of FUN! Free Admission Shred Day April 21 Time: 9am - 11am Location: Municipal Parking Lot B- On Pavilion Drive, across the street from the Public Safety Building. Shred-it will be coming to the island to hold a document shredding day. There...

April 11, 2025 Please note: Only the immediate work area of the beach will be closed for the duration of these projects. The city offers more than 50 beach access paths to enjoy. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) USACE has moved to 3rd Avenue. Sand is expected to be placed there on Friday, April 11. City's Supplemental Contractor Crews began work on Monday, April 7 at 10th Avenue and are...

The City of Isle of Palms, in partnership with local law enforcement agencies, is prepared for an increased number of visitors on Friday, April 11, 2025, due to a planned ‘Senior Skip Day’. To help ensure the safety and well-being of all residents and visitors, additional officers and staff will be present on the island as a precautionary measure. Closures for April 11, 2025: -14th Avenue will be...

The City of Isle of Palms requires a permit for gatherings of more than 50 people on public property, including the beach and beach access paths. Applications must be submitted to the Isle of Palms Police Department no later than 14 days prior to the planned gathering. Complete the Permit Application for Gatherings.

April 4, 2025 Please note: Only the immediate work area of the beach will be closed for the duration of these projects. The city offers more than 50 beach access paths to enjoy. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) USACE has paused sand placement in order to extend pipes up to 3rd Avenue and shift operations to a new holding site. Work is expected to resume the week of April 7. City's Supplemental...