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Town News This Week - February 6, 2026 |
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We’re breaking ground next week on Northpoint on Jarvis Creek, and we’re excited to welcome the community to be part of this special milestone.
Join us at 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, as we celebrate this important step forward.
Northpoint on Jarvis Creek is a public-private partnership between the Town of Hilton Head Island and OneStreet Residential, LLC to deliver sustainable workforce housing on more than 11 acres of Town-owned property at 100 Northpoint Circle. This initiative will help meet the Island’s workforce housing needs while creating a vibrant, well-built, and livable neighborhood.
Given that the property is an active construction site, and the event will be held under a large tent, we encourage everyone to wear flat, comfortable shoes and dress for the day's weather.
Parking & Transportation
- Please park at the Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island.
- Palmetto Breeze will provide complimentary trolley rides to the Northpoint site.
- Trolleys depart Honey Horn beginning at 12:30 p.m., with the final departure at 12:50 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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The Hilton Head Island Town Council and Town Manager Marc Orlando held a public workshop on Jan. 27 to review six-month progress on the FY26–28 Strategic Action Plan and to confirm the Town’s highest priority actions for the year ahead.
The workshop aligned Town Council on the most pressing policy issues facing the Island, confirmed progress to date, and sharpened focus on initiatives that balance Island character, community needs, and economic vitality. Guided by urgency, community benefit, staff capacity, and available funding, the discussion reaffirmed what unites Town Council: a shared responsibility to steward Hilton Head Island’s quality of life and long-term success.
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Marinex Construction continued pumping sand onto the shoreline along the North Forest Beach area, progressing south toward Coligny Beach.
Meanwhile, Cape Romain Contractors continued building breakwater structures at Pine Island Beach, which remains closed to the public during this phase of work.
In case you missed it, check out WHHI-TV’s interview with Town Engineering Director Jeff Netzinger onsite in the North Forest Beach area. He gave a great overview of the beach renourishment progress.
Looking Ahead (Feb. 7-13)
Marinex Construction will continue pumping sand onto the central portions of the Island’s shoreline. Work will move along North Forest Beach area and continue south toward Coligny Beach.
Cape Romain Contractors will continue construction of the breakwater structures at Pine Island Beach. This project is part of Phase 1 of beach renourishment and will take several months to complete.
Please be mindful of the following:
Beach renourishment work occurs 24/7. We are doing everything we can to minimize disruptions caused by noise and equipment. We appreciate your patience as construction work progresses.
Stay Connected
Thank you for your patience and support as we work together to enhance and preserve the beauty of our island's shoreline!
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The Town of Hilton Head Island is seeking public input on a draft of its Program Year 2026 Action Plan required by HUD to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Entitlement Program funding. Released on Feb. 4, the plan will be available for review and comment through Thursday, March 5. The Annual Action Plan outlines community development needs and provides a one-year action plan for how the Town intends to use its federal funds to address those needs.
Copies will be available for review Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., at Town Hall, or may be accessed via our website at: hiltonheadislandsc.gov/. Written comments on the plan are encouraged and may be submitted by mail to Michele Bunce, Senior Grants Administrator, Town of Hilton Head Island Finance Department, 1 Town Center Court, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 or email to MicheleB@hiltonheadislandsc.gov.
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We have launched a newly redesigned, mobile-friendly website that makes it easier for residents and visitors to find services, forms, and information online. Key features include:
- A user-friendly homepage with quick links to major Town initiatives, permits and licenses, parks, meetings, and other key resources.
- Reorganized pages with better navigation.
- New dashboards that clearly show progress on strategic goals, capital projects, budgets, and services.
- An AI-powered Chatbot for 24/7 Assistance and quick answers.
- Built-in translation tool to support multiple languages.
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February is Black History Month, and we are proud to celebrate the rich traditions, vibrant culture, and lasting impact of Hilton Head Island’s Gullah community through the work of the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (CDC).
Last fall, the CDC launched an exciting initiative highlighting seven historic Gullah Geechee/ African American landmarks across the Island. One featured site is the Fisherman’s Co-Op at the Squire Pope Community Park, where visitors can learn about a group of Black fishermen whose efforts helped sustain the Island’s shrimping industry and successfully opposed a proposed chemical plant.
One meaningful way to kick off Black History Month is to download the CDC’s free Experience Gullah wayfinding app (available in app stores) and take a self-guided tour of these important sites. At each location, visitors can scan a QR code to explore stories, history, and cultural significance.
Additionally, the CDC’s new website brings together a wealth of resources for highlighting Gullah Geechee communities and people, including Gullah TV, local art, upcoming events, historical features, and more — all designed to deepen appreciation for and preservation of this heritage.
Explore the website: Experience Gullah
Download the app: Experience Gullah App
Upcoming Black History Month events: Our Events
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Town leaders and staff proudly participated in the 12th Annual South Carolina Beach Advocates Conference, recently held at The Westin Hilton Head Island, bringing together coastal leaders and resilience experts from across the state.
Mayor Alan Perry, SC Beach Advocates Board of Directors member, served as a featured speaker, joined by several staff who contributed their expertise throughout the three-day event, and several Town Council Members. Town presenters included Shawn Gillen, Assistant Town Manager; Jeff Netzinger, Engineering Director; and Scott Harris, Senior Project Manager, each sharing insights on coastal management and infrastructure planning.
As part of the conference, the Town hosted a field trip that gave attendees a firsthand look at the Town's beach renourishment project in action.
The presentations and field trip supports the Town’s Strategic Action Plan Goal #6: Reinforce Island Resilience, reflecting our commitment to proactive planning, beach renourishment, and long-term shoreline protection to build resilience against storms, flooding, and natural disasters.
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The Town has resumed work on its paving project along a portion of Mitchelville Road within the Baygall Historic Neighborhood. The project was paused in December when the asphalt supplier temporarily shut down its plant.
As of late January, crews began installing drainage systems to manage stormwater. During the week of Feb. 23, crews will start paving the Town-owned section of Mitchelville Road, from the intersection with Fish Haul Road to the end of the road. The South Carolina Department of Transportation owns the remaining portion of Mitchelville Road, which is not included in this project.
Construction will take place Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 5 pm All work is expected to be completed by the end of March, weather permitting. Drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists are advised to exercise caution while traveling through the designated work area and to follow all posted traffic and construction signs.
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Town of Hilton Head Island Council Member Tamara Becker (Ward 4) will host a community meeting that will include conversation regarding the Land Management Ordinance (LMO) Update and an update on the FY26-27 Strategic Action Plan. Some general discussion on other current issues facing the Town may arise.
The meeting will be held Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Community Room at the Hilton Head Library (11 Beach City Road).
Other Town Council members may be in attendance, and a quorum of Town Council may be in attendance. Town Council members will not hold any votes or conduct any official business as part of this community meeting.
The meeting is open to the public and registration is not required. For more information, please email Council Member Becker at TamaraB@hiltonheadislandsc.gov or call/text 843-816-6372.
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In observance of Presidents’ Day, the Town of Hilton Head Island administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16, and will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Town emergency services will remain available throughout the holiday.
All Beaufort County Convenience Centers, including the Hilton Head Island location at 26 Summit Road, will also be closed on Presidents’ Day and will reopen Tuesday, Feb. 17.
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The Lowcountry Council of Governments (LCOG) is updating the Hazard Mitigation Plan for Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper counties, and invites public review and input on the hazard mitigation planning process. The public input meeting will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 12 at LCOG's office, 634 Campground Road, Yemassee, S.C. For more information, visit LCOG's website or contact Chris Ramm at cramm@lowcountrycog.org.
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