Category: Town of SBI

Last Day: TOSI New Gateway Sign Survey

The Town of Seabrook Island is working on a new gateway sign for the entrance to Seabrook Island. The new sign will replace the existing sign located along Betsy Kerrison Parkway, near the entrance to the roundabout. 

Today, November 27, is the last day to provide feedback on three proposed alternatives and feedback on two font alternatives. Use the survey link below to preview the designs. Please provide feedback on your preferred design and font alternatives. 

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9YLKVWD

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

TOSI Public Hearing-Cancelled

The public hearing for Ordinance 2023-14 and Ordinance 2023-15 on November 28, 2023 has been cancelled. See the public notice below:

TOWN OF SEABROOK ISLAND, SC
NOTICE OF CHANGE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORD. 2023-14
AND ORD. 2023-15

The town previously provided notice on November 8, 2023 for a Public Hearing to be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 2:30 pm at Seabrook Island Town Hall, 2001 Seabrook Island Road, Seabrook Island, SC for the following ordinances:

  • Ordinance 2023-14: An ordinance amending the Town Code for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina, so as to establish regulations pertaining to prohibited noise; property maintenance; trash, litter and debris; illegal dumping; and the parking of vehicles and equipment; to repeal Sections 14-21 through 14-24 relating to public nuisances; to repeal Section 22-21 relating to illegal dumping; and other matters related thereto​.
  • Ordinance 2023-15: An ordinance amending the Development Standards Ordinance for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina; Article 2, General Provisions; Section 2.1, General Compliance; so as to repeal subsection (e) pertaining to the placement and storage of trash, litter and junk on premises within the town; Article 9, Conditional Use Requirements; Section 9.4, Specific Use Requirements; so as to amend the conditional use provisions of subsection (O) pertaining to short-term rental units; and Appendix E, Fee Schedule; so as to update the schedule of fees to reflect changes relating to permitting requirements and procedures for short-term rental units within the town​

Please note the public hearing for Ordinance 2023-14 and Ordinance 2023-15 on November 28, 2023 has been cancelled.

For more information, please visit the Town Website: www.townofseabrookisland.org or call Town Hall: (843)768-9121.

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Reminder: TOSI New Gateway Sign Survey

The Town of Seabrook Island is currently working with a design professional to design a new gateway sign for the entrance to Seabrook Island. The new sign will replace the existing sign located along Betsy Kerrison Parkway, near the entrance to the roundabout. 

The town is seeking public feedback on three proposed alternatives and feedback on two font alternatives. Use the survey link below to preview the designs. Please provide feedback on your preferred design and font alternatives. 

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9YLKVWD

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Holiday Hours for Thanksgiving 2023

Holiday Hours for Thanksgiving 2023

Contractor Hours – No contractor work Thursday, November 23, through Sunday, November 26. Normal contractor hours resume Monday, November 27.

SIPOA Offices will be closed all day on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24. They will reopen for normal hours on Monday, November 27. Trash, recycling, and yard debris will be picked up as normal on Monday, November 27.

The Lake House will close at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 23, for Thanksgiving. They will reopen on Friday, November 24, with normal hours.
All Fitness Classes will be canceled on:
                         – Thursday, November 23 (Thanksgiving Day)
                         – Friday, November 24
                         – Saturday, November 25

Town of Seabrook Island Offices will be closed all day on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24. They will open for normal hours on Monday, November 27.

Harris Teeter will be open on Wednesday, November 22, during normal hours. They will be open on Thanksgiving Day, November 23 from 6:00 am until 2:00 pm. They will be open from 8:00 am until 11:00 pm on Friday, November 24. Normal hours will resume on Saturday, November 25.

Vincent’s Drug Store will be open on Wednesday, November 22 from 9:00 am until 6:00 pm. They will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 23. They will be open from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm on both Friday, November 24, and Saturday, November 25. Normal hours will resume on Monday, November 26.

Post and Computer Center will be closed only on Thanksgiving Day.

–Tidelines Editors

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Town’s Holiday Extravaganza Dec 7

Thursday, December 7
from 5:00 to 8:00 pm

We’re hosting the biggest little holiday festival right here at Town Hall. Come see Santa, drop off toys, have some great treats and listen to holiday music while you shop.

The Town is once again hosting a toy drive for the Toys for Tots program. If you are able to do so, we encourage you to bring a new, unwrapped toy for a family in need in the Charleston area.
Donations may be dropped off during the event or at Town Hall anytime between now and December 7.

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Do You Know….About Living on Seabrook?

Do you know… there are 40 pages of SIPOA Rules and Regulations that govern life on Seabrook and ensure the quality of life we enjoy here? Whether you are new to Seabrook or a long time resident, it’s important to be aware of these rules and regulations.

Seabrook Island Property Owners Association (SIPOA) and the Town of Seabrook Island care about the safety and security of all property owners, residents, renters, and visitors to our very special island. Our small, tight-knit community depends on the spirit of cooperation and the sense of responsibility of everyone on the island to be aware of and respectful of these rules.

To remind everyone, Tidelines has created a helpful series of posts entitled Do You Know… that explain the relevant regulations associated with the various activities of our daily living. To learn about each topic, simply click on the links below or visit Tidelinesblog and click on Do You Know in the navigation bar.

About Walking, Biking and Driving

About the Beach

About Animals

About Waste Management

About Safety

We think you will find this information helpful and are confident it will assure the safety, security, and pleasure of all who call Seabrook home, or home away from home!

–Tidelines Editors

Looking to get involved with The Town of Seabrook Island?

The town is currently accepting applications from citizen volunteers for appointment to the following town board, commission and committees:

  • Accommodations Tax (ATAX) Advisory Committee
  • Board of Zoning Appeals
  • Community Promotions & Engagement Committee
  • Environment & Wildlife Committee
  • Planning Commission
  • Public Safety Committee
  • Public Works Committee

Click here for more information and an application form.

–Submitted by Seabrook Island Town Hall

TOSI New Gateway Sign Survey

The Town of Seabrook Island is currently working with a design professional to design a new gateway sign for the entrance to Seabrook Island. The new sign will replace the existing sign located along Betsy Kerrison Parkway, near the entrance to the roundabout. 

The town is seeking public feedback on three proposed alternatives and feedback on two font alternatives. Use the survey link below to preview the designs. Please provide feedback on your preferred design and font alternatives. 

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9YLKVWD

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

TOSI Clips: Town Council Work Session November 14

A video of the November 14, 2023, Town Council Work Session can be accessed online through the Town of Seabrook Island’s website. To view the 1 hour and 41-minute video, click here and select the video link under November 14, 2023. 

If you have limited time and are just interested in a specific topic, select that item from the list below to watch that particular part of the meeting.

Mayor John Gregg

Town Council Members

Town Administrator Joe Cronin

  • Action Items for November 28, 2023, Meeting:
  • Pending Ordinances
    • Ord. 2023-12: An ordinance amending the Business License Ordinance of the Town of Seabrook Island to update the class schedule as required by Act 176 of 2020 (Second reading and public hearing)
    • Ord. 2023-13: An ordinance adopting a second amendment to the annual operating budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2023, and ending December 31, 2023 (Second reading and public hearing)
    • Ordinance 2023-14: An ordinance amending the Town Code for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina, so as to establish regulations pertaining to prohibited noise; property maintenance; trash, litter and debris; illegal dumping; and the parking of vehicles and equipment; to repeal Sections 14-21 through 14-24 relating to public nuisances; to repeal Section 22-21 relating to illegal dumping; and other matters related thereto​ (First reading and public hearing)
    • Ordinance 2023-15: An ordinance amending the Development Standards Ordinance for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina; Article 2, General Provisions; Section 2.1, General Compliance; so as to repeal subsection (e) pertaining to the placement and storage of trash, litter and junk on premises within the town; Article 9, Conditional Use Requirements; Section 9.4, Specific Use Requirements; so as to amend the conditional use provisions of subsection (O) pertaining to short-term rental units; and Appendix E, Fee Schedule; so as to update the schedule of fees to reflect changes relating to permitting requirements and procedures for short-term rental units within the town​ (First reading and public hearing)
    • Ordinance 2023-16: An ordinance amending the Zoning Map of the Town of Seabrook Island so as to change to zoning designation for Charleston County Tax Map Number 147-06-00-015, containing approximately 0.51 +/- acres located at 2856 Cap’n Sams Road, from the Moderate Lot Single-Family Residential (R-SF2) District to the Conservation (CP) District (First reading)
    • Ordinance 2023-17: An ordinance amending the Town Code for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina; Chapter 2, Administration; Article I, In General; Section 2-102, Personnel Policies and Procedures Adopted; so as to adopt an updated version of the “Town of Seabrook Island Employee Handbook” (First reading)
    • Ordinance 2023-18: An ordinance to adopt a budget for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2024, and ending December 31, 2024 (First reading)
  • Other Action Items
    • Resolution 2023-32: A resolution to appoint and commission Beth Rinehimer as a Code Enforcement Officer for the proper security and general welfare for the Town of Seabrook Island
    • Appointment of Interim Clerk of Court
    • Upcoming Vacancies on Town Boards, Commissions and Committees
      • Planning Commission
        • 3 vacancies due to term expiration
        • Appointment for new 2-year terms (Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2025)
      • Board of Zoning Appeals
        • 1 vacancy due to resignation
        • Appointment for remainder of unexpired term (ending Dec. 31, 2025)
      • Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee
        • 2 vacancies due to resignation
        • Appointment for remainder of unexpired terms (ending Dec. 31, 2024)
      • Community Promotion and Engagement Committee
        • 4 vacancies due to term expiration
        • Appointment for new 2-year terms (Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2025)
      • Environment and Wildlife Committee
        • 4 vacancies due to term expiration
        • Appointment for new 2-year terms (Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2025)
      • Public Safety Committee
        • 4 vacancies due to term expiration
        • Appointment for new 2-year terms (Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2025)
      • Public Works Committee
        • 4 vacancies due to term expiration
        • Appointment for new 2-year terms (Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2025)
    • Upcoming Appointments
      • Town Attorney
        • Appointment for new 2-year term (Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2025)
      • Clerk of Court
        • Appointment of Permanent Clerk of Court
    • Project Updates

Assistant Town Administrator Katharine Watkins 

Adjourn

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Upcoming SIUC Meeting Nov 15

The Town of Seabrook Island has scheduled the following meeting:

  • Seabrook Island Utility Commission Meeting – Wednesday, November 15 at 8:30 am. This meeting is via Zoom only. Click here to see the agenda.

    The next regular SIUC meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2023 at 9:30 am.

-Submitted by Town of Seabrook Island