TOKI New Employee Spotlight: Meet Combination Commercial Inspector, Tim Maguire
What brought you to the Town?
I am an architect and did a couple of jobs out here on Kiawah. So when I realized that the Town was hiring, I thought it would be a great opportunity. 

What is your favorite holiday tradition?
St. Patrick’s Day. My wife and I have a lot of friends of Irish descent, and we love to get together every year and celebrate.

Who are some of your favorite authors?
Wendell Berry, Mark Helprin, and Wallace Stegner are a few of my favorite authors.

What was the last movie that you saw?
The last movie I saw was Prometheus. It was a cool movie, but I didn’t particularly enjoy it. 
CodeRED Emergency Notification System
With hurricane season upon us, it's important that residents are signed up for the Town's emergency notification system CodeRED which is used to send critical community alerts like evacuation notices. 

You must be registered to receive notifications. Notifications are sent via voice, text, and email-based on your preferences. 

If you are unsure if you are registered, please re-register. You will not receive duplicate notices. Make sure you opt-in for severe weather warning alerts. 

Test Call Scheduled - July 8
On Friday, July 8, the Town will conduct a test of the CodeRED emergency notification system. Everyone that is registered should receive the test call by the end of the day. Questions? Call (843) 768-5113.
Captain Sam’s Spit Preliminary Plat
July 6 | The Planning Commission approved an annual extension request for the approved preliminary subdivision plat for lands of KDP II, LLC & Kiawah Resort Associates, LP. - Cape Charles (Captain Sam’s Spit). This extension request for the subject approved preliminary plat now grants a one-year extension which expires on July 6, 2023.

Why did the Planning Commission approve an annual extension for the land known as Captain Sam’s Spit? Click here for the response.
2022 Hurricane Guides
Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30.
An above-normal 2022 Atlantic hurricane season is expected, according to NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center.

The 2022 outlook calls for a 70% probability for each of the following ranges of activity:
  • 14-21 Named Storms
  • 6-10 Hurricanes
  • 3-6 Major Hurricanes

It's time to start making your hurricane preparedness plans. Below are a few guides to reference online or pick up a copy at the Municipal Center. 

Predicted King Tides for July 2022
A "King Tide" is a non-scientific term used to describe the highest seasonal tides which occur every year. Charleston's average high tide range is about 5.5 ft., but during a King Tide event, it can reach 7 ft. or higher. King Tides are naturally occurring tides that are caused by a spring tide (when the earth, sun, and moon align during a new or full moon, increasing tide ranges) corresponding to the point in the moon's orbit when it is closest to the earth, which is known as perigee.

According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, we can expect to see King Tides on July 12-15.
Turtle Patrol Update
Current Nest Count: 392

  • 7/7/21 total nests: 252
  • 7/7/19 total nests: 469

Help us protect our turtles by keeping in mind:

  • Never harass, touch or disturb hatchlings or eggs.
  • Take all items with you when you leave the beach (chairs, coolers, trash) and fill in your holes, as these can be significant hurdles for turtles.
  • Lights out for Turtles! May - October, all outdoor lighting facing the beachfront should be turned off from 9 p.m. to dawn. Artificial light (flashlights, cell phone lights, etc.) on our beach can cause nesting females to abandon nesting attempts and disorient hatchlings as they make their way to the ocean. Red lighting is much more sea-turtle friendly, but even red lights should never be shined directly at a nesting female or a hatchling. Free red flashlight filters are available at the Municipal Center.

Each year, nesting efforts are monitored by the Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol, a group of dedicated volunteers. Unfortunately, there are no volunteer openings for Turtle Patrol this year. For the 2023 season, a call for volunteers will begin in January 2023. Follow us on social media for season highlights.
Solid Waste Billing
Solid waste bills were mailed out Friday, July 1. Residents can submit their payments via online or by phone.

To pay online:
Click here to access the online portal or copy and paste the link below in your web browser:
https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/kiawahislandsc

To pay by phone:
Call 833-212-7808 to make your solid waste bill payment over the phone. You will need your account number and the street number of the account to complete the transaction. Credit and debit cards are accepted.
Ordinance Reminders
Island Reminders: 

  • No open fires or fireworks. 
  • Never feed, harass, or approach alligators. Never swim or allow pets to swim in any of the island ponds and stay away from pond edges. Alligators may be present.
  • No clothing or towels are allowed to be draped over deck railings. 
  • Bicycles must be stored overnight in an appropriate location that is not visible from the street. 
  • Parking on the grass or landscaped areas is prohibited. Overnight parking must be off street.


Beach Rules:

  • Stay off the dunes and use boardwalks.
  • No glass, metal shovels, plastic carryout bags, plastic straws, Styrofoam, balloons, or drones allowed.
  • No overnight storage of beach equipment.
  • Fill in your holes before you leave the beach. 
  • May through October - all outdoor beachfront lighting must be turned off from 9 p.m. to dawn to protect nesting sea turtles.
  • No artificial light of any kind on the beach at night, including flashlights (handheld or cellular). 
  • Never approach sea turtles, hatchlings, or nests. 
  • Seasonal leash ordinances are in effect (detailed below).

Leash Ordinance: 

  • March 16 through October 31, dogs must be on a leash at all times, even in the water, from the western boundary of the Critical Habitat Area (near Beachwalker County Park) to the eastern boundary of the Beach Club. Electronic leashes are prohibited, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. 

Violations in progress should be reported immediately so corrective action can be taken. Ordinances are enforced by Beach Patrol (call or text 843-518-2880) and Code Enforcement officers (24-hour hotline 843-259-2137).
Short-Term Rental Violations
Complaints regarding short-term rentals should be brought to the attention of Town Code Enforcement Offices for follow up. To report addresses that are potentially in violation, please use one of the following reporting methods:
Upcoming Committee Meetings
Board of Zoning Appeals - July 7 | 10 a.m.
Arts Council Board - July 11 | 10 a.m.
Environmental Committee - July 13 | 2 p.m.
CERT Team - July 20 | 3 p.m.

Procedures
  • Town Council meetings are always live-streamed on the Town's YouTube channel. Other committees that conduct their meetings in person where the public can attend are not live-streamed.

  • Agendas are available here and will reference the meeting's location. Dates, times, and locations sometimes change. Before planning to attend a meeting, check our website.
(843) 768-9166