Town of Sullivan's Island

 
E-Newsletters                                    November 19, 2009 
                                                                                                       Vol. 1, Ed.2 
Dear Residents and Friends of Sullivan's Island: 

As we all rush headlong into the holiday season and end of year festivities, you will note that
Town Staff remains very active providing services and support to residents, and Council
continues to work hard conducting Town business.  
 
The Town wishes for everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving and holiday season.  We hope
that this edition of E-Newsletters will help you stay informed during this hectic time of year.
In This Issue
Accreted Land Management
Ben Sawyer Bridge Closure Updates
Monthly Community Notes
Holiday Safety
Holiday Lighting Event
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IMPORTANT MEETING NOTE
Committees of Council & Special Council Meeting
Sullivan's Island Accreted Land
 
Monday, December 7, 2009
Great Room, The Church of Holy Cross Episcopal
2520 Middle Street
 
 
5:30PM:  Council will hold its monthly Committee meeting (30 minutes).
 
6:00PM  Special Council Meeting (Accreted Land)
 
Special Council Meeting Format
 
6:00PM-6:30PM Public Comments (30 minutes)** 
 
6:30PM  Special Meeting (rescheduled) for Council to discuss with Coastal Science & Engineering (CSE) proposed options for a management plan and to craft language for a management plan for the Accreted Land.
 
The public is cordially invited to this meeting.
 
**Public comments will be limited to a total of 30 minutes. The Town values all residents' comments.  So that everyone has an chance to speak, please limit your comments to no more than three (3) minutes.
 
Wish to speak?  Register in advance to speak with Ellen McQueeney (emcqueeney@sullivansisland-sc.com).
 
Wish to comment in writing? 
Mail, hand deliver, fax or email written comments to Lisa Darrow at Town Hall (ldarrow@sullivansisland-sc.com
Fax 843-883-3009) by/before close of business Thursday, December 3, 2009.  
 
Want to study project materials?
You may review the CSE Study one of these ways:
 
2.  Go to Poe Library at 1921 I'On
     (3 copies available for in-house Reference Only)
3.  Come by Town Hall (in-house Reference Only)
 
You may also see hard copies of completed surveys and other project materials at Town Hall. 
 
Study Material Questions?  Please contact Lisa Darrow at (843)883-5744.
 
General Questions?  Please contact Andy Benke, Town Administrator, at abenke@sullivansisland-sc.com.
 
 
Learn more about the Town's Accreted Land.
 
The Town wishes to express its appreciation to The Church of Holy Cross Episcopal for providing its Great Room facility as a venue for this public meeting.
Ben Sawyer Bridge Rehabilitation Project
BSB RenderingBridge Closure Update
(As of November 17, 2009)
 
The Ben Sawyer Bridge construction team advised the Town that the seven (7) day bridge closure, necessary for the bridge rehabilitation project, could occur as early as Friday, December 4, 2009.
 
Please monitor the Town website and news media for the final announcement.  Please give consideration and thought to alternate routes and traffic delays.  Mount Pleasant Police will route traffic to/from Sullivan's Island through the City of Isle of Palms and I-517 Isle of Palms  Connector and in Mount Pleasant over US Highway 17 or Hungryneck Boulevard.
 
 
Thank you for your patience.
COMMUNITY NOTES - November 2009
Dog clipDogs: Changes Effective Nov 17th 
 
Council ratified Ordinance 2009-8 extending Winter Season hours for dogs on the beach and modifying license rates.
 
Dogs on Beach:  Winter Season Extended
October 1st - April 30th
 
Off-leash:  5AM-Noon
On-leash:   Noon-5AM 
 
Dog License Fees:
$ 25.00/dog (resident)
$ 35.00/dog (non-resident)
 
$2.00/license discount available if proof of an American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizenship Certificate is presented at time of license purchase.
 
Remember all dogs need licenses (residents & visitors) - 2010 licenses are available in December 2009.
Access a Dog License Application (Click Here)  
 
 
  
Trash CanWinter Garbage Collection Schedule
 
Island-wide
Household garbage -           Tuesdays
Bulk & Yard debris -             Wednesdays
Recycling -                        Alternating Wednesdays
 
 
Remember roll out garbage containers must be placed curbside by 7:00AM collection day and removed from the curb by 7:00PM on collection day.  Call Suburban Disposal at (843) 873-4810 if you need a container and/or have collection questions.
 
TOWN HALL HOLIDAY HOURS
Town Hall offices will be closed for the following holiday:
 
November 26 & 27, 2009-Thursday & Friday (Thanksgiving)  
There will be no change in the garbage collection schedule this holiday week.  Normal Town Hall office hours are 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday-Friday.
 
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
Essential departments and services will be fully staffed.
 
Emergencies:  Dial 9-1-1 
Non-emergencies:  Dispatcher at (843) 883-3931
(for Police, Fire and Water)
HOLIDAY SAFETY
 
Going Out of Town Over the Holidays?
 
Tips to Keep Your House & Identity Safe
 
Darkened houses, stuffed mailboxes, newspapers stacked on the driveway and lack of house traffic are tell-tale signs for thieves that nobody is home.
 
Don't let your house get robbed or your identity and good credit stolen while you are away on vacation!
 
Help your Police Department prevent crime this holiday season by taking some simple precautions: 
 
*   Make arrangements for your mail & newspapers
Remember, a stuffed mailbox is a good way for a thief to steal your identity. 
 
Call the Post Office (843-883-3461) and arrange to have your mail delivery temporarily suspended.
 
Call your local newspaper carriers to temporarily suspend newspaper delivery.
-OR-
 
Have a trusted friend collect your mail and newspapers each day.
 
*   Register for the SI Police House Watch 
 
Call either the office at (843) 883-9636 or Dispatcher at (843) 883-3931 to sign up.
 
 
Advise the Sullivan's Island Police Department of your travel schedule and any anticipated house guests during your absence.  Patrol officers will keep your house under police watch.
 
*   Notify your neighbors of your plans and any planned house guests during your absence. 
 
Put your house lights (interior and exterior) on a timer to give the appearance someone is home. 
 
Happy, Safe Holidays
From Your
          Police Department   Sullivan's Island Accreted Land
DECEMBER NOTES
Mark your calendars
 
Annual Holiday Park Lighting Event
 
"Dusk" on Friday, December 4, 2009 
Sullivan's Island Fire Station (2050 Middle Street)
 
Join us for this family friendly event to kick-off the holiday season. The event should begin around 6:30pm-7:00pm.
 
Highlights:  Holiday music by Wando High School Chorus, lighting of the fire station and park, snacks and beverages, and a "special" visitor for the young and young-at-heart.

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Monthly Meetings
Click on meeting  below to access more SI Town Sealinformation. 
Click on the Town Seal for the
Town calendar.
 
NOTE: All meetings are held at Town Hall, 1610 Middle Street, unless otherwise indicated.
 
Tree Commission
7:00PM Monday, November 23, 2009
 
No Municipal Court in December
 
Committees of Council
5:30PM Monday, December 7, 2009
Special Venue:  Church of Holy Cross Great Room, 2520 Middle Street
This regular meeting will be abbreviated to accommodate Special Council Meeting following
 
Special Council Meeting - Accreted Land
6:00PM Monday, December 7, 2009
Special Venue:  Church of Holy Cross Great Room, 2520 Middle Street
 
Planning Commission
6:30PM Wednesday, December 9, 2009
 
Board of Zoning Appeals- No December meeting will be held
 
Regular Council
6:00PM Tuesday, December 15, 2009
 
Design Review Board
6:00PM  Wednesday, December 16, 2009 
 
7:00PM  Wednesday, December 30, 2009 
 
We hope you have enjoyed this edition of the Town of Sullivan's Island E-Newsletter. 
Please contact the Town with your feedback and suggestions at (843) 883-5744 or ldarrow@sullivansisland-sc.com.
 
 
Sincerely,
Town of Sullivan's Island