New EOC/Town Hall Building
The construction of the new EOC/Town Hall building is on schedule.
Most of the exterior work has been completed, and the interior work is currently underway.
The parking lot has been milled and paved. The parking lot features additional parking space for our residents and visitors.
The substantial completion date is noted as the end of March 2026.
The new EOC/Town Hall, approved by voters and funded by the Penny Sales Tax, will provide emergency operations space and a central location to conduct operations in times of disaster. More office space will help Town Hall staff efficiently assist residents and others who visit Town Hall. The current Town Hall will be put to good use as the Police Department will move into that space – a move that will provide much- needed space for our police department.
Town Council will hold a ribbon- cutting event once the building is operational, and all our residents will be invited to join us at that event.
Town Council Approves 2026-2027 Goals
Drainage
• Continue to seek county, state, and federal funding.
• Identify and implement local funding options, including the use of Town reserves or ATAX funds, if state or federal funding is unavailable.
• Council discussion regarding drainage project at March 2026 meeting.
Convenience Center
• Modify scope of services.
• Issue RFP for new contract, compare with in-house model.
• Decide on most feasible option.
Parking
• Update parking inventory.
• Evaluate existing parking plans. Develop strategy to manage increased demand.
• Consider paid parking.
Septic Systems
• Host public presentation of recent SCDES Report.
• Continue public education of proper septic maintenance.
• Continue working with SCDES on regular testing and data collection.
USACE Beach Renourishment
• Continue dual-premise appraisals.
• Develop funding strategies for future beach renourishment projects.
YMCA Partnership
• Host a public meeting to gather input and shape potential YMCA programming.
• Involve tenants and other lay stakeholders in discussion.
• Develop cost share arrangement as part of any potential lease agreement.
Road Improvements
• Engage engineers to prioritize needed road improvements.
• Seek cost estimates.
• AMI Project
Implement integrated billing and payment systems.
Evaluate the online portal to expand electronic payment options and usage.
• Causeway Elevation
Council will consider options from LCOG study.
Discuss funding and next steps with LCOG and SCDOT.
• Dog Park
Evaluate impacts such as land use, insurance costs, parking, and zoning.
Engage TIDE Committee in developing actionable recommendations.
Develop a preliminary design if warranted.
Pickleball Courts
• Evaluate feasibility for expansion.
• EBPOA/Tree Recommendations
• Engage TIDE Committee to review current tree regulations and recommend policy updates.
Starfish Awards
Town Council presented the Starfish Award to Edye Graves, Lisa White, and Doug White for their extraordinary dedication and creativity in bringing the Christmas tree on the beach to life. Through countless volunteer hours, they managed every aspect of the project, ensuring this special tradition could continue safely and beautifully for our residents and visitors.
The Mayor thanked Edye, Lisa, and Doug for their continued volunteerism efforts and for their efforts to help with community activities.
20-Year Service Pin
Patrick Brown, Building Code Administrator, was presented with his 20-year service pin at the Town Council meeting. Thank you, Patrick, for your many years of dedication and service to the Town of Edisto Beach and our residents!
