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Town News This Week - December 12, 2025 |
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This Week’s Progress (Dec. 6-12)
Marinex Construction continued installing pipes to the Bay Point Shoals Borrow Area—the sand source—for phase two of beach renourishment in the central part of the island, but recent weather forced work to pause.
Cape Romain Contractors worked on the breakwater structures at Pine Island Beach, a project that will take several months to complete.
Looking Ahead (Dec. 13-19)
Marinex Construction expects to be back on schedule early this week, weather permitting, as crews work to install the final stretch of pipeline to the sand source and begin placing sand in the Singleton Beach area.
Marinex Construction will pause operations from Dec. 22–27 to allow crew members time to be with their families during the holidays.
Cape Romain Contractors will continue working on the breakwater structures at Pine Island Beach. Pine Island Beach remains closed during this phase.
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Congratulations to Faidra Smith, the Town’s Administration Manager and FOIA Compliance Officer, on being named the 2025 Scott Liggett Employee of the Year. Now in its fourth year, this award was announced at the Town’s employee holiday luncheon on Dec. 4 and honors the legacy of Scott Liggett, the former Chief Town Engineer and Director of Public Projects & Facilities, whose exceptional work ethic and commitment to excellence left a lasting impact. He passed away unexpectedly in Feb. 2021. Established in 2022, the award commemorates his service and inspires others to follow his example.
As Employee of the Year, Faidra was recognized for her dedication to teamwork, positive attitude and adaptability, responsiveness, strong organizational and record-keeping skills, extensive volunteerism, and her unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service for residents, visitors, businesses, and colleagues.
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The Town of Hilton Head Island’s Revenue Services Department will be closed during the following times for staff training:
- Thursday, Dec. 18, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 19, from 9 to 10 a.m.
Regular operating hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., will resume on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. The Revenue Services team processes business license applications, hospitality tax payments, accommodations tax payments, and related services.
For more information, please contact April Akins, Revenue Manager, at 843-341-4779 or AprilA@hiltonheadislandsc.gov.
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This week, community members joined Town staff and Town Council for the groundbreaking ceremony of Taylor Family Park on Wild Horse Road. The event was filled with meaningful conversations, a powerful sense of community, and heartfelt family connections. We extend our deepest gratitude to the Taylor and McKnight families for their vision, generosity, and legacy that made this park possible.
This future park will honor the Island’s rich Gullah Geechee history and culture, creating a vibrant space for families to gather, learn, and connect for generations to come. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us.
Construction will soon be underway. Be sure to follow our updates as this community-driven park comes to life over the next nine months.
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The pickleball courts at Old Schoolhouse Park are currently closed to the public. They are being demolished and replaced. This work is taking place alongside the new restroom construction and accessibility improvements already underway. The courts are expected to remain closed until February, when all park upgrades are complete. Work will take place from Monday to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The public is advised to observe and follow all posted caution signs at the project site. For more information about the project, please contact Neal Eike, Senior Project Manager, at NealE@hiltonheadislandsc.gov or 843-384-4711.
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We have paused paving work on our section of Mitchelville Road due to supplier operations temporarily. The asphalt plant that provides paving materials has closed for several weeks, thus impacting local work; it is expected to reopen in mid-January 2026.
In the meantime, the Town-owned portion of Mitchelville Road within the Baygall Historic Neighborhood is graded and open to the public. Paving will resume once the asphalt plant is back in operation and the specified materials are made available. The Town will notify area residents once the work restarts.
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It’s that most wonderful time of the year again—when holiday gatherings fill our calendars, neighbors channel their inner Clark Griswold, and the spirit of giving shines brightly across our island. As Christmas and Hanukkah bring an extra measure of love and light, our hearts can’t help but grow a few sizes in return. Amid the celebrations, I want to take a moment to wish you and your families a happy and safe holiday season on behalf of the Town of Hilton Head Island. May you welcome the new year with a spirit of community, friendship, and gratitude.
As 2026 approaches, Kathy and I—along with Town Council and Town staff—hope you are blessed with renewed opportunity, joy, and meaningful new beginnings in the year ahead.
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The holiday season on Hilton Head Island will wrap up with a few more events for everyone to enjoy.
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In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays, the Town of Hilton Head Island administrative offices will be closed on the following days:
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Wednesday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve
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Thursday, Dec. 25: Christmas Day. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 26.
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Thursday, Jan.1, 2026: New Year's Day. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026.
Emergency services will remain available throughout the holidays.
Additionally, the Beaufort County Convenience Center at 26 Summit Drive will observe the following holiday schedule:
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Thursday, Dec. 25: Closed for Christmas Day. Regular hours (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.) resume Friday, Dec. 26.
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Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026: Closed for New Year's Day. Regular hours resume Friday, Jan. 2, 2026.
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Hilton Head Island’s 4th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony brought the community together for a festive evening at Lowcountry Celebration Park. Families and friends enjoyed twinkling lights and the stunning 30-foot Christmas tree that lit up the night. Santa made a memorable entrance riding on a Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue truck, adding extra excitement for the children. It was a joyful celebration filled with holiday spirit for all who attended.
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The Town is bringing back its 15th annual Grinding of the Greens, making it simple to recycle your natural Christmas trees and wreaths after the holidays.
Tree Recycling
Recycling services for trees will be available 24/7 at the following drop-off locations from Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, through Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Please be sure to remove all decorations from the trees and wreaths.
- Coligny Beach (Big Parking Lot) - paved area on the South Forest Beach Side
- Old Gullah Flea Market Site - William Hilton Parkway and Chamberlain Drive
Holiday Lights Recycling
String lights only may be dropped off now through Jan. 11, 2026, at:
- Coligny Beach (Big Parking Lot) - paved area on the South Forest Beach Side
- Beaufort County Convenience Center, 26 Summit Drive
To reduce contamination, ornaments, garland or other decoration will not be accepted.
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 Community Risk Reduction Specialist, Megan Gentile, recently appeared on WSAV to talk about Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue "Keep the Wreath Green" program and other holiday happenings.
Each month, Mayor Alan Perry updates residents on Town initiatives and community events through his columns published in the Hilton Head Sun and CH2 Magazine.
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