Town Hall Closure - December 23 (in observance of Christmas Eve)
Town Hall Closure - December 26 (in observance of Christmas Day)
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Development Resources Page |
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The Town of Kiawah Island created the development resources page to provide complete and accurate information regarding the Town’s development agreements and correct misinformation about planned growth on the island.
If you have a question related to the Town of Kiawah’s development agreements not addressed in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), please email Stephanie Monroe Tillerson, Town Administrator, at stillerson@kiawahisland.org.
Click here to access the development resources page.
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Wishing everyone a Happy Holidays from the Town of Kiawah Island! May it be filled with warmth and cheer. |
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Quarter 4 Town Notes Now Available |
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The 2022 Quarter 4 edition of the Town's newsletter, Town Notes, is now available.
In this issue:
- Mayor's Corner
- Results of the 2022 Municipal Election
- New Town Councilmen Spotlight
- Spotlight on Judge Sanford Ain
- Important Notices
- Traffic Improvements Update
- Message from St. John's Fire District
- Stream All TOKI Podcast Episodes
- Public Safety Tips of the Quarter
- Kiawah Island Golf Resort Festive Season Happenings
- NEW TOKI Website Coming Soon
- Kiawah Art and House Tour
- Wildlife Updates
- 2022 Volunteer Appreciation
- Gallery of the Quarter
- 2023 Arts and Cultural Events Line-Up
- Q4 Town Notes - Credits
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The holidays are vastly approaching and there are a number of associated commercial work closures. On the dates listed below, commercial access to the island is prohibited. Please plan ahead and avoid making the drive out to Kiawah on the following dates:
Christmas
Saturday, December 24 and Monday, December 26
Note: the Commercial Pass Office at Beachwalker Center will be closed Friday, December 23.
New Year's Day
Monday, January 2
Commercial access is typically available the hours listed below:
Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Commercial work is not permitted on Sundays.
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As winter has officially begun and an unusually cold weather system will begin moving into our state this week. SC DHEC would like to provide some key safety tips and resources for you. At this time, the system is not expected to bring significant snow or ice, but it will bring high winds and very cold temperatures that may cause a variety of safety hazards.
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Review tips from the Red Cross to prevent frozen pipes. The Red Cross has additional information on preparing for a Winter Storm such as emergency kits, protecting pets and protecting your home and family.
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HealthChildren.org provides information to keep children safe in the cold, such as protecting them from frost bite and hypothermia.
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The Farmer’s Almanac has 11 safety tips including a reminder to be a good neighbor and check in with elderly or disabled relatives and neighbors to ensure they are safe.
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The Cleveland Clinic provides an article on how cold weather can spell trouble for our hearts and lungs. This could be important as our bodies are not accustomed to the temperatures we are about to experience.
Wind chill advisories may be issued beginning Friday and into late Saturday. These weather conditions can cause frozen pipes, power outages, increased risk for house fires, carbon monoxide poisoning and cold stress on the body – increasing risks for heart attack.
Local Radar:
Enhanced temp graphics for our region:
For up-to-date info pls use your NWS site:
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TOKI's AirMedCare Membership and Services |
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In the Fall of 2016, the Town of Kiawah Island entered into a membership agreement with the AirMedCare Network to offer emergency air transport services to individuals who reside or own property in the Town of Kiawah Island.
Under the agreement, any individual who is transported for medical necessity by MEDUCARE Air (or any AirMedCare Network provider) will be covered under the terms and conditions of a standard AirMedCare Network membership, provided the transport originates from a location in Charleston County. Currently, the landing sites used on Kiawah Island are Night Heron Park, the Ocean Course and Freshfields.
As an optional benefit of the Town’s agreement, Kiawah Island residents may take advantage of upgrading to a full AirMedCare Network Membership to gain full coverage with no pickup location or insurance coverage restrictions at a discounted rate of $35 annually.
Click here for more information and to view TOKI's Letter of Membership and coverages.
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Charitable Grants 2022 – 2023 |
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The Town of Kiawah Island is proud to be able to contribute to the philanthropic work happening in the community. Given available resources, the Town can support various charitable and educational organizations with the 2022-2023 grants.
This charitable grant application is open to all non-profit organizations serving the Sea Islands. The deadline for all applications is on or before Friday, January 13, 2023, at 3:00 pm. Applications will receive a preliminary review at the March 27, 2023, Ways and Means Committee meeting. Final approval will be at the April 4, 2023, Town Council Meeting.
Applications and a copy of the Town’s new Grant Guidelines are available at the below links.
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The Island Connection - Call for Columnists |
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The Island Connection is currently in search of columnists for the following topics:
- Nature
- Wildlife
- Golf
- Senior Recreational Activities (local)
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Holiday Public Safety Message and Tips |
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The Holidays are approaching, which entails extensive shopping for most. Online shopping during the holiday season or at any time of year-should always be done with caution. According to research conducted by the Nebraska Department of Justice, there was a total of 59,177 scams reported in the state of South Carolina last year. We encourage all residents to be proactive and become familiarized with the following tips below to protect yourself:
- Keep ALL software up-to-date.
- Utilize strong passwords.
- Make sure your internet connection is secure.
- Customize and use privacy settings when using social media.
- ALWAYS make sure your Internet connection is secure. Most public Wi-Fi is not. Refrain from making an online purchase while connected to public Wi-Fi.
- Use a virtual private network (VPN) to encrypt your browsing information.
- Only make online purchases from secure websites.
- Customize and use privacy settings on all social media platforms.
- Identify and block nuisance calls manually or automatically.
- Be wary of requests to update or confirm your personal information.
- Do not open attachments from unknown senders or click on links in emails/strange text messages in which personal information is requested.
For more safety tips on protecting yourself and your identity this holiday season, please email TOKI’s Director of Public Safety, Dr. Craig Harris, at charris@kiawahisland.org.
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Liquid Pleasure
Friday, January 13, 2023
West Beach Conf. | 7:30 p.m.
Ticket Release: Kiawah 12/27
Public 12/29
Cost: $15 (tickets required)
Get down and boogie on Kiawah Island as Liquid Pleasure ignites the night with various tunes, from Aretha Franklin and B.B. King to today’s most popular hits.Liquid Pleasure has been delighting audiences for more than two decades. This multi-cultural icon has committed its profession to bringing music to an array of audiences with a Motown big band feeling. After touring with major acts like Hootie and the Blowfish and REM, the band returned to the dance and show circuit they knew to be successful. more
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Ranky Tanky
Saturday, January 21, 2023
West Beach Conf. | 7:30 p.m.
Ticket Release: 12/19 at 9 a.m.
Cost: $15 (tickets required)
Join us in welcoming Ranky Tanky to Kiawah Island. The Grammy-award group consists of five members, most of whom are no strangers to the Kiawah Island Arts Council, including Quentin Baxter, Charlton Singleton, Kevin Hamilton, Quiana Parler, & Clay Ross.
Ranky Tanky have achieved many firsts for South Carolina’s West African-rooted Gullah community since their formation, earning yet another milestone at the 2019 GRAMMY Awards by taking home the Best Regional Roots Album prize for their sophomore release, Good Time. more
Click here to access TOKI's Events page and view the season planner.
If you are a Kiawah Island resident who has not received your 2022-2023 early access code, please email your Kiawah mailing address to rfoster@kiawahisland.org to register.
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