On July 9, 2023, a SIPOA resident doing yard work on his property adjacent to the golf course was attacked by an alligator living in a lagoon nearby. While the Property Owner was walking 6-8 feet from the lagoon edge, the alligator quickly emerged from the lagoon, knocked the Owner to the ground, and clenched the Owner’s leg in his jaws. Fortunately, the alligator relaxed its grip, and the Owner was able to escape to safety. The alligator returned to the lagoon.
The Owner contacted 911. SIPOA officers and EMS responded. The Owner was transported by EMS and his injuries were treated at MUSC. During that time the Charleston County Sheriff, SCDNR, an alligator trapper and SIPOA officers were on site. The alligator was captured and transported. This was a terrifying and rare alligator encounter with a surprisingly fortunate outcome thanks to the Owner’s quick thinking. As we know, not everyone in similar situations is this lucky. SIPOA publishes alligator safety reminders on a regular basis from early spring through fall. We would like to take this opportunity to again remind our Owners and their guests to be aware of alligators, and actions to take should they encounter one. Alligators less than four feet long are incapable of eating anything larger than a small turtle and are too small to pose a threat to even small pets or people. Alligators at least four feet in length that are aggressive and pose a threat to people, pets or property are considered “nuisance alligators”. FOR YOUR SAFETY:
If you have a concern about an aggressive or nuisance alligator on SIPOA properties or roadways or at your residence, call the Gatehouse at (843) 768-6641. SIPOA will contact our on-call professional alligator trapper licensed by SCDNR to evaluate the alligator which then may be removed and euthanized. If you are on the golf course, contact the golf shop or Sean Hardwick at the Seabrook Island Club for assistance. In any location, if you are attacked by an alligator or you observe an attack, call 911 for emergency response. Don’t waste valuable response time by calling the Gatehouse – 911 should be your first call for any emergency. When 911 is called, the Gatehouse is automatically notified by Charleston County and can respond as needed. Again, we are fortunate that this didn’t become a tragic event. We are very thankful that our resident escaped, and injuries were minor. Please keep these safety precautions in mind when outdoors. Be Aware, Be Alert and Stay Safe! The Town of Seabrook Island Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee is currently accepting applications for FY 2024 State Accommodations Tax (ATAX) funding. Interested applicants must submit a completed application to the Assistant Town Administrator by 12:00 pm on Mon. August 7, 2023. The ATAX Advisory Committee will consider funding requests during its upcoming meeting on August 29, 2023 at 11:00 am, at which time the committee will vote on funding recommendations to Town Council. State ATAX funds must be used to attract or provide for tourists, and cannot be used for any item that would normally be provided by a county or municipality. Eligible projects include:
For additional information regarding eligible ATAX expenditures, please refer to the SC Department of Revenue’s official advisory opinion contained in SC Revenue Ruling #98-22. A responsible person from the submitting organization must attend the ATAX Advisory Committee meeting on August 29, 2023 at 11:00 am to present the request (limit to five minutes) and to answer questions from committee members. The meeting will be held at Seabrook Island Town Hall, 2001 Seabrook Island Road. Recommendations made by the ATAX Advisory Committee must be approved by the Seabrook Island Town Council before funds may be committed to the applicant or dispersed by the Town. For more information, please contact Katharine Watkins, Assistant Town Administrator, by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. FY 2024 ATAX Grant Application Forms Application Deadline: Mon. August 7, 2023 (12:00 PM) The Town of Seabrook Island Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee is currently accepting applications for FY 2024 State Accommodations Tax (ATAX) funding. Interested applicants must submit a completed application to the Assistant Town Administrator by 12:00 pm on Mon. August 7, 2023. The ATAX Advisory Committee will consider funding requests during its upcoming meeting on August 29, 2023 at 11:00 am, at which time the committee will vote on funding recommendations to Town Council.
State ATAX funds must be used to attract or provide for tourists, and cannot be used for any item that would normally be provided by a county or municipality. Eligible projects include:
For additional information regarding eligible ATAX expenditures, please refer to the SC Department of Revenue’s official advisory opinion contained in SC Revenue Ruling #98-22. A responsible person from the submitting organization must attend the ATAX Advisory Committee meeting on August 29, 2023 at 11:00 am to present the request (limit to five minutes) and to answer questions from committee members. The meeting will be held at Seabrook Island Town Hall, 2001 Seabrook Island Road. Recommendations made by the ATAX Advisory Committee must be approved by the Seabrook Island Town Council before funds may be committed to the applicant or dispersed by the Town. For more information, please contact Katharine Watkins, Assistant Town Administrator, by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. FY 2024 ATAX Grant Application Forms Application Deadline: Mon. August 7, 2023 (12:00 PM) PUBLIC NOTICE Charleston County Mosquito Control has scheduled a spray truck for Zone "K2," which includes the Town of Seabrook Island. The treatment is scheduled to take place during the overnight hours beginning after 11:00 PM on Sunday, June 18th, and will be completed prior to 7:00 AM on Monday, June 19th (weather permitting).
As a reminder, mosquito treatment requests may be submitted at any time through the town's website at https://www.townofseabrookisland.org/mosquito-control.html. For more information about the Mosquito Control program, please visit Charleston County Mosquito Control. The Town has been made aware that a report was made by a resident that an unwanted encounter involving a minor and an adult male occurred on the evening of June 11, 2023. The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, which has criminal jurisdiction within the Town of Seabrook Island, was contacted following this incident. The Sheriff’s Office has informed the Town that the victim was interviewed, and a report has been filed. Residents are reminded that if you witness any incidents or activity believed to be criminal in nature, and/or you regard as threatening to the peace and security of our community, do just as this resident did and contact the Sheriff’s Office or call 911.
Are you interested in service on a town board, commission, or committee? The Mayor and Council are currently soliciting applications from citizen volunteers for appointment to the following bodies: Accommodations Tax (ATAX) Advisory Committee
If you are interested in being considered for appointment, please submit a Volunteer Application Form using one of the options listed below: Applications will be kept on file with the Assistant Administrator for a period of two years. If you have any questions about volunteering with the town, please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected].
The Town of Seabrook Island values equity and inclusion and seeks to appoint board, commission and committee members that reflect the diversity of our community. The Town of Seabrook Island does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, age, race, color, national origin, religion, military/veteran status, or disability. Back by popular demand!! The Town of Seabrook Island will host another Chow Town Food Truck Rodeo starting Wednesday May 31, 2023, from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at Town Hall. This year's event will take place on the following dates:
We will have food trucks, music, & more. This year we will feature musical performances from Molly Durnin, Don Colton, The Time Pirates and David Tabaka. Overflow parking will be at the Seabrook Island Real Estate Office located at: 1002 Landfall Way Seabrook Island, SC 29455 SAVORY FOOD TRUCKS
DESSERT VENDORS BEER/WINE VENDORS As of April 1, 2023, the town’s “peak” season rules pertaining to pets on the beach are now in effect. Pursuant to Section 32-44 of the Town Code, also known “Beach Rules for Pets Ordinance,” the beaches of Seabrook Island are divided into three zones. The requirements for each zone during the “off-peak” season are provided below:
Restricted Area (Red)
Limited Restriction Area (Yellow)
General Beach Area (Green)
As a reminder, when an animal is allowed to be off-leash, it must be effectively controlled by a competent person from:
When a pet is required to be on a leash, it must be restrained using a physical restraint made of cord, rope, strap, chain or other material effective for restraining the type and size of animal to which it is attached. In addition, the physical restraint must be no more than sixteen (16) feet in length, secured to the animal’s collar or harness, and continuously held by a competent person physically capable of restraining the animal. Animals under voice control, or under control of remotely operated devices (such as electronic collars), are considered to be “off leash.” The beaches of Seabrook Island are actively patrolled by code enforcement officers employed by the town, as well as by designated personnel from the Seabrook Island Beach Patrol. Individuals who are found guilty of violating any ordinance of the town may be subject to fines up to $1,087.50 per offense (including court fees) upon conviction. To report a violation, please contact the town's Beach Patrol by phone at (843) 718-6083. The town’s “peak” season rules will remain in effect until September 30, 2023. On Tues. Mar. 28, 2023, the town's Ad Hoc Committee on Short-Term Rentals, made up of councilmembers Jeri Finke and Pat Fox, released an updated report of its findings and recommendations regarding short-term rental activity on Seabrook Island from their original report made on May 10, 2022.
To view the update to the report, please click on the link below: To view a copy of the original report, or to view the committee's presentation to Town Council, please click the links below.
On May 19, 2022, the Ad Hoc Committee released a supplement to the final report. To view a copy of the supplement, please click the link below: Are you interested in serving on a town board, commission or committee? The Mayor and Council are currently soliciting applications from citizen volunteers for appointment to the following bodies: Public Safety Committee
If you are interested in being considered for appointment, please submit a Volunteer Application Form using one of the options listed below: Applications will be kept on file with the Town Clerk for a period of two years. If you have any questions about volunteering with the town, please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected].
The Town of Seabrook Island values equity and inclusion and seeks to appoint board, commission and committee members that reflect the diversity of our community. The Town of Seabrook Island does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, age, race, color, national origin, religion, military/veteran status, or disability. |
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