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Town News This Week - March 7, 2026 |
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The new pickleball courts and restroom building at Old Schoolhouse Park open Monday, March 9 — and we’re ready to serve up some fun!
Come check out the upgraded courts, new amenities, and a great space to stay active with friends and neighbors. Whether you're a seasoned player or just learning, there’s room for everyone so grab your paddles! The park is open daily 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. To reserve playtime on the pickleball courts, visit islandreccenter.org/pickleball.
More enhancements at the park include:
- An accessible parking space
- A new sidewalk connecting the parking area to the courts
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on site.
- Equipment storage space
- A small, covered area with a water bottle filling station
The park improvements support the Town Council’s Fiscal Years 2026-2028 Strategic Action Plan Goal #10: Enhance community well-being through implementation of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and program enhancements.
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This Week’s Progress (Feb. 28-March 6)
Marinex Construction continued placing sand along the central portion of the Island’s shoreline, with work now occurring in the area near the Sonesta Resort in Shipyard.
Cape Romain Contractors kept building breakwater structures at Pine Island Beach. The beach is still closed to the public while this work continues.
Looking Ahead (March 7-13)
Marinex Construction will continue replenishing sand along the central stretch of the Island’s shoreline. Follow our beach renourishment tracker to see where work is happening.
Heads-up: In late March, crews anticipate mobilizing in the South Beach area, known as Hilton Head Island’s toe. Check out the Island’s shape and our project timeline here.
Cape Romain Contractors will continue to work on the breakwater structures at Pine Island Beach. They anticipate completing them the first week of April, with beach tilling to follow. We'll let you know the exact reopening date soon.
Reminder: 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 has received the highest possible credit ratings from the nation’s three major credit rating agencies: Moody’s Investors Service (Aaa), S&P Global Ratings (AAA), and Fitch Ratings (AAA). These ratings were assigned in connection with the Town’s proposed issuance of General Obligation (GO) Bonds, Series 2026.
These top-tier ratings affirm the Town’s strong financial stewardship, disciplined fiscal management, and commitment to long-term sustainability. Credit analysts highlighted Hilton Head Island’s healthy financial reserves, low debt burden, and conservative financial policies as key strengths
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The Hilton Head Island Town Council seeks dedicated residents to fill vacancies for service on several boards, commissions, and committees. Openings are currently available for the following positions:
Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee
- Lodging industry professional
Construction Board of Adjustments & Appeals
- Building Industry/General Contractor
- Mechanical Contractor
- Electrical/At Large
- Building Industry
Design Review Board
- Landscape Architect or Registered Architect
- Attorney
Parks & Recreation Commission
Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer Authority Board
How to apply for boards, commissions and committees
Applicants must be registered voters in the Town of Hilton Head Island. Applications remain on file for two years. For details on each board, commission, or committee, and to apply, visit hiltonheadislandsc.gov or contact Kimberly Gammon, Town Clerk, at 843-341-4701 or KimberlyG@hiltonheadislandsc.gov. Interested residents should apply by Wednesday, March 25.
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The Town's business license renewal period has begun. All business licenses must be renewed by April 30, 2026.
Following the renewal process, the Town will issue a new license, valid for 12 months from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027.
Here’s what you need to know about renewing your business license:
- The business license tax is calculated based on the gross revenue reported on your prior year's federal income tax return.
- To avoid paying penalties on your annual business license renewal, the tax must be received and/or postmarked no later than April 30.
- Business license renewal forms are mailed each year by the end of January.
For more information on renewing your business license, please contact our Revenue Services Office at 843-341-4677 or email RS@hiltonheadislandsc.gov. You may also click the link below.
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With the MyHHI App, residents can quickly report concerns like pathway repairs, tree issues, signage, drainage, and more — right from their phone.
And when you report it, our teams respond.
Recent examples from Facilities Management:
- Road and pathway dead animal removals — typically resolved within a few hours
- Park maintenance requests — often addressed in less than a day
- Pathway and sidewalk issues — commonly resolved the same day
Your reports truly make a difference and help us keep Hilton Head Island safe, beautiful, and running smoothly.
Download the MyHHI App today:
https://hiltonheadislandsc.gov/services/myhhi.php
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 Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue recently visited Hilton Head Island Middle School to give students a firsthand look at how STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is transforming modern emergency response. Lt. Trey Daniel and Firefighter Zachary Elicks spent their time there engaging students with hands-on demonstrations, allowing them to explore specialized equipment and advanced tools used in emergencies. The visit not only brought classroom concepts to life but also inspired students to consider future careers in public safety and emergency services.
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital in Charleston hosted its own mini lantern parade last week! Under the guidance of our awesome Office of Cultural Affairs team, patients and families created lanterns inspired by the Town’s annual Hilton Head Lantern Parade event. After decorating the lanterns, everyone had the chance to show off their creations in a parade through the hospital’s hallways, filling it with light, laughter, and a lot of joy. Check out the wonderful creations here.
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 Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 8. Remember to set your clocks forward one hour at 2 a.m., and use this time as a reminder to check your smoke alarms.
If your smoke alarm has a sealed 10-year battery and begins to chirp, replace the entire unit. For alarms with replaceable batteries, install a new battery at least once a year and replace it immediately if a low-battery warning sounds. Properly working smoke alarms are essential to maintaining a safe home.
For more information on smoke alarms, visit hiltonheadislandsc.com.
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 The Board of Voter Registration and Elections of Beaufort County has scheduled New Poll Worker Training classes for 2026.
If you are interested in serving Beaufort County as an Election Worker, to apply, please click here.
All classes run from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Upcoming class dates are:
- Wednesday, March 11
- Saturday, March 21
- Wednesday, April 15
- Wednesday, July 15
- Saturday, July 25
- Wednesday, August 19
- Saturday, August 29
All training classes will be held at the Main Voter Registration Office, 15 John Galt Rd., Beaufort (map).
For more information, please contact Beaufort County Board of Voter Registration and Elections at 843-255-6900.
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