City of Isle of Palms
E-Newsletter
February 2012 
Marina Dredging and Shoal Management Projects Underway
The City is working to protect and improve two of the island's important features: the marina and the beach. 

Dredging has begun at the Isle of Palms marina and should be complete by April.  The dredge will remove the build-up of muddy material on the bottom to increase boaters' ability to safely operate, particularly at low tides.

A shoal, attaching to the beach, is causing focused erosion on the north end of the island. The movement of sand is expected to begin in March once the City receives all permits.  Large trucks will be on the beach, but no construction will happen on Easter weekend.   
 
1301 Palm Boulevard to be Demolished  Soon
1301 Palm Boulevard
The vacant building at 1301 Palm Boulevard will be demolished in the next few weeks. The structure formerly housed the Building Department, which has moved into the first floor of City Hall.  After a thorough evaluation by City Council and staff, demolition was approved.  The lot will be reconfigured into parking.     
Parking Buzz: City Council and Planning Commission schedule joint meeting for Monday, February 20 at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall 
Parking


No decisions have been made about parking, but it remains an island hot topic.  After hosting three successful forums to gain input from the citizens, the Planning Commission is ready to make a recommendation to City Council at a joint meeting scheduled for Monday, February 20 at 5:00 p.m.  The Planning Commission will recommend that City Council implement a "annual pass" system for parking.  Council could accept the recommendation, not accept it, modify it or take no action to allow for further considerations.  If it is accepted, many details, such as cost and distribution, still must be decided.  No changes related to a "pass" system will occur to parking in the 2012 beach season.  No citizen comments will be taken at this meeting, but everyone is welcome to attend and listen.  A video of the meeting will be posted on the City's website the following day.
Doggie Day at the Rec, February 25 at 9:00 a.m.
Doggie Day

The Recreation Department is going to the dogs!  Bring your four-legged family members, or adopt a new one, at Doggie Day at the Rec on Saturday, February 25.  Events start at 9:00 a.m. and include rabies vacinations, pet photos, IOP dog licenses, and rescue groups.  Pups can register to compete in lots of fun categories like Most EarResistable Ears and Mystery Mutts culminating in a best-in-show winner!  Check out photos from last year. Woof, woof!
Upcoming Meetings

For the most up-to-date information about City meetings, please visit the calendar on the City's website.  Approved agendas and minutes are posted online as soon as they are available.  
City Council and Planning Commission Joint Meeting on PARKING
City Hall-1st Floor
February 20
5:00 PM

Ways and Means
City Hall-1st Floor
February 21
5:45 PM 

City Hall-1st Floor
February 28
7:00 PM

City Hall-2nd Floor
March 6
5:30

Public Works Committee
City Hall-2nd Floor
March 7
4:00 PM
 

Personnel Committee
City Hall-2nd Floor
March 13
9:00 AM

City Hall-2nd Floor
March 13
5:00 PM

City Hall-2nd Floor
March 14
4:00 PM

City Hall-2nd Floor
March 14
4:30 PM

Public Safety Committee
City Hall-1st Floor
March 15
5:00 PM

City Hall-1st Floor
March 20
5:45 PM

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Special Meeting
City Hall-1st Floor
March 22
11:00 AM

City Council
City Hall-1st Floor
March 27
7:00 PM