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Town News This Week - Jan. 24, 2025 |
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Beautiful blankets of snow. Fun photos of playful moments. Snow-covered rooftops and more. But as we head into the weekend, we encourage everyone to stay mindful of melting snow and ice build-up, especially the tricky black ice that can continue to make travel hazardous across the Island.
A heartfelt thank you to our community for your incredible efforts in limiting storm-related issues on our roads—we truly appreciate your cooperation! For everyone's safety, we urge you to avoid traveling unless absolutely necessary. If you must head out, please proceed with extra caution.
Stay connected with us on social media and check our website for the latest weather updates. Warmer weather is on the way, so we’re back to normal business operations at the Town by Monday. In the meantime, stay safe and take care!
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The Town is hosting meetings to gather public feedback and share information about its Districts Planning Project. Our first meeting focused on the Skull Creek District Plan. The next meeting will focus on the Parkway District Plan and is scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. at the Hilton Head Community Church, 860 William Hilton Parkway. The Bridge to Beach meeting, canceled this week due to inclement weather, will be rescheduled.
The information gathered at these meetings will help create plans for areas of the Island that are not part of the 11 largest master planned communities (Hilton Head Plantation, Palmetto Hall, Port Royal, Indigo Run, Spanish Wells, Wexford, Long Cove Club, Palmetto Dunes, Leamington, Shipyard, and Sea Pines).
The project is divided into distinct planning districts across the Island, each characterized by unique land uses, neighborhood features, accessibility, and geography. These district-specific plans will serve as a framework for guiding infrastructure investments, shaping zoning regulations, determining land use, and implementing programs and policies that influence the future of each area.
Visit hiltonheadislandsc.gov/districts/ for more information and upcoming meeting dates.
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We are now accepting applications for funding for affiliated agencies providing contracted services to the Town of Hilton Head Island. The application period opened on Tuesday, Jan. 14, and closes on Friday, Feb. 14, at 4 p.m. Detailed information and application forms are available on the Town's website. For further information or to get answers to your questions, please contact Michele Bunce, Senior Grants Administrator, at micheleb@hiltonheadislandsc.gov or 843-341-4689.
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The Town of Hilton Head Island has resumed work to enhance pedestrian safety along William Hilton Parkway between Dillon and Beach City roads. Work began today and is anticipated to be completed by March 31, 2025.
The project includes installing new lighting, crosswalk striping, and rectangular rapid flashing beacons. These beacons are designed to boost pedestrian visibility and improve driver awareness at marked crosswalks without traffic control signals.
Additionally, landscaping upgrades will include the placement of new palm trees, flowering and evergreen shrubs, mulch, and fresh sod. Together, these enhancements will help improve safety and aesthetics along this corridor.
While lane closures will not be necessary, some pathways will be partially closed to accommodate the construction work. Pedestrians and motorists are encouraged to exercise caution while traveling through the work area.
The project is made possible through an intergovernmental agreement between the Town and Beaufort County, with funding provided by the Town’s Capital Improvement Program and a $600,000 grant from Beaufort County. For more information, contact Stephen Barnes, Senior Project Manager, at 843-384-9018 or StephenB@hiltonheadislandsc.gov.
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The restrooms at the following parks will be closed for maintenance and repairs from Monday, Jan. 27, through Friday, Jan. 31. Portable toilets will be available for public use during this time. All other park amenities will remain open.
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Shelter Cove Community Park – 39 Shelter Cove Lane
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Jarvis Creek Park – 70 Jarvis Park Road
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Coligny Beach Park – 1 Coligny Circle
Thank you for your understanding as we work to maintain our community spaces!
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Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue and the Hilton Head MLK Committee for Justice led a memorial march in honor of the late civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Following this, the committee hosted its annual MLK Memorial Program and Fellowship Luncheon at Hilton Head Island High School. Each of these events served as an opportunity to pay tribute to Dr. King's dream and remind us that we can make a difference in the quality of our lives by serving others.
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It’s tax season and there’s tax preparation help for some taxpayers. In collaboration with the Beaufort County Human Services Alliance and United Way of the Lowcountry, Inc., the Lowcountry Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers FREE tax help to people who need assistance in preparing their tax returns in Beaufort, Jasper, Colleton, and Bamberg counties, including:
- Individuals and families earning less than $67,000 annually
- Individuals with disabilities
- Non-English speaking taxpayers
- Individuals 60 years of age and older
For the latest information about VITA services, tax help locations, what to bring to your appointment, and to schedule your VITA Free Tax Prep appointment, visit www.uwlowcountry.org/VITA. For questions, contact lowcountryvitasc@gmail.com or call 843-321-9071.
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The Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network is hosting its W.A.V.E. (Wildlife Awareness & Viewing Etiquette) workshop in Hilton Head Island on Feb.10. This half-day educational session focuses on promoting responsible boating and wildlife viewing practices in South Carolina, with special attention to bottlenose dolphins and sea turtles. The workshop will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the USCB Hilton Head Island Campus, located at 1 Sand Shark Drive. It is designed for recreational boaters and the general public who are interested in learning how to interact responsibly with marine wildlife. As part of our commitment to environmental sustainability, we are pleased to share this event announcement. For more details about the W.A.V.E. workshop or to register, please visit the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network’s website.
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Our Director of Planning, Missy Luick, recently appeared on WHHI-TV to educate viewers on the Town's district planning initiative.
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Monday, Jan. 27
Town Council Workshop (1 p.m.)
Tuesday, Jan. 28
Design Review Board (2:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, Jan. 29
Construction Board of Adjustments & Appeals (5 p.m.)
Thursday, Jan. 30
Parkway District Plan Community Meeting (5 p.m.) | Community Room at Hilton Head Island Community Church, 860 William Hilton Parkway
Friday, Jan. 31
Northpoint Public-Private Partnership Housing Advisory Committee (9 a.m.)
Monday, Feb. 3
Gullah-Geechee Land & Cultural Preservation Task Force (1 p.m.)
Tuesday, Feb. 4
Town Council (3 p.m.)
Wednesday, Feb. 5
Marshes District Plan Community Meeting (5 p.m.) | Youth Room at Grace Community Church, 450 Spanish Wells Road
All meetings are held at the Hilton Head Island Town Hall unless otherwise noted. Please visit hiltonheadislandsc.gov for more info on these and other meetings.
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