 April 6, 2020 -- 7:00 pm Governor Issues “Home or Work” Order On April 6, 2020, Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order No. 2020-21, which implemented a mandatory “Home or Work Order” for the State of South Carolina. The order, which will take effect at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, April 7th, requires that all South Carolinians must remain at home or work unless participating in one of the following “Essential Activities”:
The new order does not mandate the closure of any additional businesses beyond those which have already been closed by previous orders. The order also requires that all retail stores which are allowed to remain open must allow the lesser of 5 customers for each 1,000 square feet of retail space, or 20 percent of their maximum fire rated capacity, inside at any one time. Violations of the Governor’s order are considered a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, are subject to a fine of not more than one hundred dollars or imprisonment for not more than thirty days. More Information: View Governor’s Executive Order No. 2020-21 Additional Restrictions on Short-Term Rentals On April 1, 2020, Seabrook Island Town Council adopted Emergency Ordinance 2020-01, which prohibited the acceptance of all new short-term rental reservations for a lease term of 28 days or less between April 2nd and April 30th. The ordinance also prohibited all new check-ins between April 5th and April 30th. Under the ordinance, owners and managers of rental units could continue to accept reservations for a lease term of more than 28 days (such as monthly rentals) and guests could continue to check-in to such units. On Friday, April 3, 2020, Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order No. 2020-19, which established additional restrictions on short-term rental units and other types of lodging across the state. The order, which was effective immediately, prohibits owners and managers of all types of lodging (including short-term rental units) from “making or accepting new reservations or bookings from or for individuals residing in or travelling from any country, state, municipality, or other geographic area subject to or identified in a CDC travel advisory or other CDC notice as a location with extensive community transmission of COVID-19, to include the Tri-State Area (consisting of the States of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut).” The Governor’s order applies to any such reservation or booking for a rental term of less than 90 days and will remain in place for the duration of the state of emergency. On Monday, April 6th, Mayor John Gregg issued Executive Order No. 2020-03 to prohibit owners and managers of all types of lodging (including short-term rental units) from making or accepting new reservations or bookings for a lease term of less than 90 days for individuals residing in or travelling from any location included in the Governor’s order. The town’s prohibition on the acceptance of all new reservations until April 30th remains unchanged. Owners and managers of rental properties within the town may continue to accept new reservations and check-ins for lease terms longer than 28 days; however, new reservations for individuals residing in or traveling from areas with extensive community transmission of COVID-19, including the States of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and countries with a “Level 3 Travel Notice” (China, Iran and most European Countries) are prohibited unless the term of the lease is for 90 days or more. More Information: View Governor’s Executive Order No. 2020-19 | View Mayor’s Executive Order No. 2020-03 Governor Orders Closure of Additional Businesses On Friday, April 3rd, the Governor also issued Executive Order No. 2020-18, which expanded the list of “non-essential” businesses which must be closed to the public. Effective Monday, April 6th, at 5:00 pm, the following types of retail establishments must be closed:
The Governor’s order does not prohibit the continued operation of retail stores for the limited purpose of fulfilling online or telephone orders or providing alternate means of purchasing or delivering products or services—to include curbside purchase, pickup, or delivery and home or off-site delivery—provided that such options or measures can be implemented in a manner that facilitates and maintains effective “social distancing” and is consistent with any applicable guidance issued by state and federal public health and safety officials. More Information: View Governor’s Executive Order No. 2020-18 Seabrook Island Town Hall Closed As a reminder, Town Hall remains closed and members of town staff are working remotely to provide “virtual services” to residents and business owners. For assistance during normal operating hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm), please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. The town’s Code Enforcement Officers and Beach Patrol will remain active on the island as long as it is safe for them to do so. All public meetings have been cancelled through April 30th, with the exception of emergency meetings. Protect Yourself and Others To minimize the risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends that individuals take the following precautions:
More Information For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests.  April 1, 2020 -- 8:00 pm
Town Council Adopts Emergency Ordinance 2020-01 Seabrook Island Town Council held an Emergency Meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at 2:00 pm. During the meeting, members of Town Council voted unanimously to adopt Emergency Ordinance 2020-01, with amendments. As adopted, Emergency Ordinance 2020-01 contained the following provisions:
The provisions of Emergency Ordinance 2020-01 were effective immediately and will expire automatically on May 31, 2020. More Information: Emergency Ordinance 2020-01 | Meeting Video | Meeting Audio Seabrook Island Town Hall Closed As a reminder, Town Hall remains closed and members of town staff are working remotely to provide “virtual services” to residents and business owners. For assistance during normal operating hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm), please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. The town’s Code Enforcement Officers and Beach Patrol will remain active on the island as long as it is safe for them to do so. All public meetings have been cancelled through April 30th, with the exception of emergency meetings. Seabrook Island Road Bike Pathway Re-Opened Town Hall may be closed, but we are happy to report that the bike path along Seabrook Island Road has was re-opened to traffic earlier today. The crosswalk located across the street from the entrance to Bohicket Marina remains closed pending concrete repairs; however, pedestrians and cyclists may once again use the entire length of the pathway between Town Hall and Freshfields… provided you maintain proper social distancing, of course. Protect Yourself and Others To minimize the risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends that individuals take the following precautions:
More Information For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests. March 31, 2020 -- 9:00 pm
Emergency Town Council Meeting Seabrook Island Town Council has scheduled an Emergency Meeting for Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at 2:00 pm. The purpose of this meeting is to consider an Emergency Ordinance entitled: “An Emergency Ordinance to adopt the provisions of the Mayor’s Executive Order Nos. 2020-01 and 2020-02; to adopt emergency provisions related to certain types of business establishments; to adopt emergency provisions related to Short-Term Rental Units; to adopt emergency provisions related to Town Meetings; to provide for enforcement and penalties of emergency provisions; and other matters related thereto.” Consistent with recent recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) related to “social distancing,” the Town of Seabrook Island is requesting that members of the public who wish to observe this meeting dial in by telephone: Phone Number: (712) 770-5505, Access Code: 659-714. The meeting will also be livestreamed on the town’s YouTube Channel beginning at 2:00 pm. No public hearing will be held during the meeting. Individuals who wish to submit an online comment on Emergency Ordinance 2020-01 may do so using the link below. Online comments will be accepted through the Town’s website until Wednesday, April 1st, at 12:00 pm. More Information: View Meeting Agenda | Submit a Public Comment | Livestream Video (YouTube) Governor Closes Public Access to All Beaches and Waterways; Seabrook Island Beaches Unaffected On Monday, March 30th, Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order No. 2020-16, which ordered the immediate closure of any and all public beach access points, piers, docks, wharfs, boat ramps, and boat landings providing public access to waters of the state, to include any adjacent or associated public parking lots or other public facilities, for the duration of the State of Emergency. Because all beach access points within the Town of Seabrook Island are privately owned, they are not affected by the Governor’s executive order. Therefore, the town’s beaches remain open at this time. As a reminder, the Mayor’s Executive Order No. 2020-01 prohibits gatherings of more than ten people while outside their homes (including on the beach), requires people within groups of ten or fewer people to practice “social distancing” by maintaining a minimum separation of six feet between individuals, and authorizes the Town’s Code Enforcement Officers to disperse groups of three or more individuals if an Officer believes the group creates a threat to public health. More Information: View Governor’s Executive Order 2020-16 Governor Orders the Closure of Certain Types of Business Establishments On Tuesday, March 31st, Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order No. 2020-17, which ordered the closure of certain types of business establishments within the state. Effective Wednesday, April 1st, at 5:00 pm, the following “non-essential” businesses, venues, facilities, services, and activities shall be closed to non-employees and shall not be open for access or use by the public (including members):
More Information: View Governor’s Executive Order 2020-17 Seabrook Island Town Hall Closed As a reminder, Town Hall remains closed and members of town staff are working remotely to provide “virtual services” to residents and business owners. For assistance during normal operating hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm), please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. The town’s code enforcement officers will remain active on the island as long as it is safe for them to do so. All public meetings have been cancelled through April 30th, with the exception of emergency meetings. Protect Yourself and Others To minimize the risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends that individuals take the following precautions:
More Information For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests. March 30, 2020 -- 8:00 pm Restrictions on Individuals Entering the Town from Areas with Substantial Community Spread In an effort to minimize contact with individuals entering the town from areas with substantial community spread of Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), Mayor John Gregg issued Executive Order 2020-02 on Monday, March 30, 2020. Consistent with an order issued by Governor Henry McMaster on March 28th, the Mayor’s Executive Order requires individuals entering the town who have traveled to or from locations in the States of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and the City of New Orleans, as well as a those countries designated by the CDC as subject to a "Level 3 Travel Notice," must isolate or self-quarantine for 14 days, or for the duration of the individual’s stay in the town (whichever is shorter). This order was effective immediately and applies to ALL individuals entering the town including, but not limited to: full- and part-time residents; property owners; family members and guests of residents and property owners; short-term rental guests; employees; and contractors. The Order also requires that property owners/managers communicate notice of these requirements to individuals coming to Seabrook Island from any of the above-referenced locations. The Order will remain in effect for the duration of the State of Emergency. More Information: View Executive Order 2020-02 | Isolation vs. Quarantine (SCDHEC) Limitations on Local Authority The Town of Seabrook Island has received many calls and emails over the last week requesting that access to the island be limited or otherwise restricted. Consistent with the town’s Comprehensive Emergency Plan, the town has followed the orders imposed by the Governor’s Office, as well as recommendations issued by experts from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC). We are aware that several neighboring communities, including Edisto Beach, Folly Beach, Isle of Palms and Sullivans Island, have established police checkpoints to limit access to their communities and, further, have imposed restrictions on certain business activities. On March 27th, the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office issued an advisory opinion which stated, in part: “[L]ocal government cannot exercise the emergency powers delegated to the Governor by the General Assembly… The Governor… as the Chief Executive of the State, is responsible for the safety, security and welfare of the State… Therefore, counties and municipalities should be aware that any unauthorized exercise of such emergency powers could subject these political subdivisions to liability at the behest of a private citizen with requisite legal standing.” Unlike those jurisdictions referenced above, the Town of Seabrook Island does not have a municipal police department to enforce such an order. Mayor John Gregg reached out to the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) to determine whether CCSO deputies would assist the town by staffing a municipal checkpoint, if the Mayor and Council were to decide at some point in the future to restrict access to the town. On March 30th, the town received a response from the CCSO which stated, in part: “After conferring with Sheriff Cannon and County Legal, the Sheriff’s Office will not enforce restricted access initiatives unless the Governor has declared Martial Law… [T]he Sheriff is concerned with ensuring Constitutional rights are not infringed during this challenging and constantly evolving event. The Sheriff’s Office has, and continues to assist beach communities upon request; however, the deputies that are working these areas are responding to calls for service or assisting with traffic control that is not related to access of the community being served.” Based on these limitations, and because the town does not control access through the SIPOA security gate, the town does not have a viable way to limit or restrict access to the island. At this time, the Mayor and Council remain in constant contact with the Town Attorney and various state and local partners to identify methods to best protect residents of the town. More Information: View SCAG Advisory Opinion | View Correspondence from CCSO Pre-Screening of 911 Calls In order to safeguard the health and safety of law enforcement authorities and other first responders who risk potential exposure to COVID-19 while providing emergency and other essential services during the State of Emergency, Governor McMaster has ordered all 911 operators or other emergency dispatchers to ask any individual placing a call for service whether such individual or any member of their household has tested positive for COVID-19 or is exhibiting symptoms consistent with the same. Extension of School Closures On March 28th, Governor McMaster ordered that all public K-12 schools, as well as state-supported colleges, universities and technical schools, shall remained closed until April 30th. Parents of children who attend private schools should contact those schools directly for additional information. Seabrook Island Town Hall Closed As a reminder, Town Hall remains closed and members of town staff are working remotely to provide “virtual services” to residents and business owners. For assistance during normal operating hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm), please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. The town’s code enforcement officers will remain active on the island as long as it is safe for them to do so. All public meetings have been cancelled through April 30th, with the exception of emergency meetings. Protect Yourself and Others To minimize the risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends that individuals take the following precautions:
More Information For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests.  March 26, 2020 -- 5:00 pm
Mayor Issues Executive Order to Restrict Gatherings. On March 26, 2020, Mayor John Gregg issued Executive Order 2020-01. The order prohibits gatherings of more than ten people while outside their homes and requires people within groups of ten or fewer people to practice “social distancing” by maintaining a minimum separation of six feet between individuals. Violations of this order are punishable in accordance with provisions of the Town Code, including the imposition of fines of up to $500.00 per violation. The town’s Code Enforcement Officers are authorized to enforce the Order and are also authorized to cooperate with state and county law enforcement officers in their enforcement of the Governor’s Executive Order No. 2020-13, which allows for the dispersal of gatherings of three or more individuals if the officers determine that the gathering poses a threat to public health. The Mayor’s Order was effective immediately and will remain in effect for the duration of the State of Emergency. The order applies to gatherings at all indoor and outdoor locations throughout the town (including, but not limited to, the beach, the Lake House, the Island House and Bohicket Marina), but does not apply to gatherings within an individual’s residence. More Info: Executive Order 2020-01 | Statement from Mayor Gregg Seabrook Island Beach Patrol. The town’s Beach Patrol services were scheduled to begin on April 1st. As a result of the Mayor’s Order, the town has elected to activate this contract early. The town’s Beach Patrol will commence services on Friday, March 27th and will continue providing daily service through September 30th. In addition to enforcing the town’s general beach ordinances, the town’s Beach Patrol Officers have been authorized to enforce Executive Order 2020-01, and may issue citations to individuals who fail to comply with the requirements of this order. At this time, the town’s beaches remain open; however, beachgoers must limit their group size to no more than ten people, and beachgoers must also practice “social distancing” at all times. Seabrook Island Town Hall Closed. Town Hall staff are currently working remotely to provide “virtual services” to residents and business owners by phone and email. For assistance during normal operating hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm), please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. The town’s code enforcement officers will remain active on the island as long as it is safe for them to do so. As a reminder, all public meetings have been cancelled through April 30th, with the exception of emergency meetings. Charleston County Offices Closed. Charleston County government has announced that all county offices will be closed to the public beginning on Friday, March 27th. County staff will remain accessible by phone and email. Several county services, including tax payments and building permits, may be accessed on the Charleston County website. The Charleston County landfill will remain open at this time, and solid waste and recycling services will continue to operate on a normal schedule. The county’s judicial center will remain open for limited hours on weekdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Seabrook Island Village Offers Assistance to Individuals on Seabrook Island. In the spirit of “Neighbors Helping Neighbors,” Seabrook Island Village (SIV), a local 501(c)3 organization, realizes that there may be many people on Seabrook Island who might need a little assistance because they are impacted by, or may be at a higher risk, during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, the SIV Board has decided to extend grocery shopping and prescription drug pick-up services at Freshfields to non-members. If you would like to use this service, please call SIV at (843) 580-2088 or visit their website. Please join us in thanking SIV and its volunteers for providing these important services to residents of Seabrook Island. Protect Yourself and Others. To minimize the risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends that individuals take the following precautions:
More Information. For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests. March 22, 2020 – 3:00 pm Beginning today, March 23, 2020, staff from Seabrook Island Town Hall began working remotely to provide “virtual services” to residents and business owners by phone and email. For assistance during normal operating hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm), please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. The town’s code enforcement officers will remain active on the island as long as it is safe for them to do so, and Beach Patrol activities are scheduled to commence on April 1st. As a reminder, all public meetings have been cancelled through April 30th, with the exception of emergency meetings. Seabrook Island Town Council has scheduled an Emergency Meeting for Tuesday, March 24th, at 2:00 pm. The purpose of this meeting is to receive legal advice from the Town Attorney regarding the town’s powers during a state of emergency. This information will be discussed in executive session, at which time the meeting will be closed to the public and the audio feed will be paused. There are no action items on the agenda and no votes will be taken during tomorrow’s meeting. Consistent with recent recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) related to “social distancing,” the Town of Seabrook Island is requesting that members of the public who wish to observe this meeting dial in by telephone: Phone Number: (712) 770-5505, Access Code: 659-714. As negotiations in Washington continue on the details of a proposed economic stimulus package, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning Americans about the possibility of potential financial scams. According to a recent post on its website, the FTC is reminding people that:
To minimize the risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends that individuals take the following precautions:
For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests.  Town of Seabrook Island Issues Public Advisory #7 on COVID-19: Statement from Mayor John Gregg3/22/2020
March 22, 2020 -- 10:00 pm
In the last 48 hours, the town has received multiple calls and emails from residents, property owners and visitors regarding access to Seabrook Island and its beaches. Given the existing protocols already in place to limit public access through the Seabrook Island Property Owners Association (SIPOA) security gate, neither the Town nor SIPOA have implemented additional access restrictions at this time. Below is a statement from Mayor John Gregg regarding the town’s current status, as well as recommended actions that individuals may undertake to limit their exposure to Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). ---------- Statement from Mayor John Gregg As you may know, several area “beach communities,” including Edisto Beach, Folly Beach, Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island, have implemented restrictions on access to their beaches. In fact, those restrictions are in line with control of access to the Town’s beaches that is effected by the Seabrook Island Property Owners Association (“SIPOA”). That is, to have access to SIPOA’s beach accesses, it is necessary to have access through SIPOA’s security gate which is allowed for property owners, residents (including those who are not property owners) and their invited guests (by passes authorized by property owners and residents). Currently, “rental guests” can have access through the gate by virtue of having arranged a stay at a Seabrook Island property. The restrictions of the aforementioned beach communities similarly allow persons who have arranged rentals in those communities to access their beaches. I acknowledge the concerns expressed by some that an influx of rental guests and others into Seabrook Island increases the potential for spread of coronavirus here. No matter any limitations that may be imposed by governmental authorities on access to the Town’s beaches or access to the Town, we must each take responsibility for our own behavior to lessen the chances for being infected. The one practice that is available to all and that is universally recognized as being effective for spread of this disease is “social distancing” (separation by six feet or more from others). That practice is effective because the virus is spread through contact and the recommended separation will place you beyond direct ingestion of virus present in droplets expelled by coughs or sneezes of an infected person. Avoidance of groups of ten or more is a practice to help individuals practice “social distancing”—much more difficult when in the midst of groups of people. Practicing “hand hygiene” is effective to avoid indirect contact infection where live virus that persists on surfaces you touch is transferred from your hands to membranes at your face that would allow the virus to enter your body. Practicing “hand hygiene”, means frequent washing of hands with warm, soapy water to kill virus on the hands and wash away the killed virus; and avoiding touching your face with your hands to prevent transfer of virus from your hands to membranes at your face. The measures taken by the beach communities of Edisto Beach, Folly Beach, Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island were spurred in part by failure of beach goers to practice “social distancing”. By recent action of the Governor, law enforcement is specifically tasked to enforce state law providing for dispersal of groups of three or more on SC beaches. That enforcement can include fine and imprisonment. When on our beaches, the Town’s Code Enforcement Officers will be asking groups of beach goers they encounter to observe “social distancing” or disperse. I urge those of you who are hosting friends or family to remind them of the importance of practicing “social distancing” while they are on our beaches. If you own property occupied by rental guests, please ask those rental guests to practice “social distancing” while on our beaches. Kind regards, John Gregg Mayor, Town of Seabrook Island ---------- For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests. 03/20/2020 -- 8:00 pm
On Friday, March 20, 2020, officials from the Town of Seabrook Island participated on a countywide conference call which was convened by the Charleston County Emergency Management Department to discuss ongoing efforts related to the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Representatives from various state and federal agencies, as well as regional healthcare providers, local municipalities and public service districts, also participated in the call. Key messages highlighted during the call included:
On Friday afternoon, Governor Henry McMaster directed agents with the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and local law enforcement agencies to “disperse crowds” gathered on state beaches to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The governor later tweeted that residents should “responsibly maintain social distance while enjoying our state’s beaches.” The Governor previously ordered the closure of all public schools; the cessation of all dine-in activities at restaurants, bars and cafeterias; the closure of state offices to non-essential personnel; waivers on eligibility requirements for unemployment benefits; and restrictions on visitors to healthcare and nursing facilities. At 4:00 pm on Friday, Seabrook Island Town Hall was closed indefinitely. Beginning on Monday, March 23rd, town staff will be working remotely to provide “virtual services” to residents and business owners. For assistance during normal operating hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm), please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. The town’s code enforcement officers will remain active on the island as long as it is safe for them to do so, and Beach Patrol activities will commence on April 1st, as scheduled. Harris Teeter at Freshfields has announced that they will begin offering designated hours for individuals 60+ years of age. The designated “senior hours” will take place on Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00 am to 7:00 am. In an effort to reduce overcrowding and avoid long lines at the store, Harris Teeter has also requested that guests, particularly rental guests, send only one individual per family, party or household to do the grocery shopping at any one time. To minimize the risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends that individuals take the following precautions:
For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests. More Information Charleston County COVID-19 Updates Governor McMaster’s Executive Orders March 17, 2020 -- 8:00 pm To protect the public health, safety and welfare of residents and visitors, Mayor John Gregg has declared the existence of a State of Emergency within the Town of Seabrook Island as a result of the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The declaration was effective at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, and will remain in effect until repealed by the Mayor or a majority of Town Council members. In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and consistent with the recommendations of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Mayor and Council of the Town of Seabrook Island have implemented the following emergency measures:
At this time, the town’s State of Emergency has NOT impacted the following activities; however, residents and visitors are strongly advised to heed the recommendations of state and federal agencies:
Seabrook Island remains subject to both the National Emergency and statewide State of Emergency declarations which were issued by President Donald Trump and Governor Henry McMaster, respectively, on Friday, March 13, 2020. By executive order, the following restrictions are now in effect on a statewide basis:
To minimize the risk of exposure and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends that individuals take the following precautions:
For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, including what to do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites. Official updates from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels as new information becomes available:
Property Owners with rental guests should forward this notice to their rental guests. More Information State of Emergency Declaration: Issued March 17, 2020 (PDF) March 16, 2020 -- 8:00 pm On Sunday, March 15, 2020, Governor Henry McMaster ordered the closure of all public schools in the State of South Carolina for students and non-essential employees beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, and extending through Tuesday, March 31, 2020. This order applies to all public K-12 schools, as well as state-supported colleges, universities and technical schools. Seabrook Island families that have students enrolled in private schools should contact those schools directly for further information about their operational status. On Monday, March 16, 2020, President Donald Trump announced new guidelines to combat the spread of Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). According to these new recommendations, people should:
At this time, the Town has not declared a State of Emergency; however, Seabrook Island remains subject to both the National Emergency and statewide State of Emergency declarations which were issued by President Trump and Governor McMaster, respectively, on Friday, March 13, 2020. The Seabrook Island Town Council has scheduled an Emergency Meeting for 10:00 am on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Consistent with recent recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) related to “social distancing,” the Town of Seabrook Island is requesting that members of the public who wish to observe this meeting dial in by telephone:
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has recommended that gatherings of 50 or more people be cancelled or postponed. The CDC also recommends that individuals practice “hand hygiene” (frequent hand-washing, avoidance of touching one’s face and cessation of “hand-shake” greetings), “social distancing” (maintenance of spatial separation from others—6 feet separation), avoidance of travel to areas of high concentrations of cases of infection, cessation of visits to nursing homes and other extended care facilities, except in the case of end-of-life circumstances of the person being visited. For general questions about COVID-19, please contact the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line at (855) 472-3432. Staff will be available to answer calls from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm seven days a week. For the most reliable information about COVID-19, residents are strongly encouraged to visit official resources, including the SCDHEC and CDC websites.   |
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