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Town News This Week - June 6, 2026 |
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Statewide Primary Elections take place on Tuesday, June 9. Before heading out to vote, please check your voter registration cards or visit scVOTES.gov to make sure you know where your voting precinct is located. Beaufort County election officials have announced that polling locations for three Hilton Head Island precincts will be moved to temporary locations:
- Hilton Head 9D (in Ward 3) will vote at St. Luke's Church.
- Hilton Head 10 (Wards 1 & 4) will vote at the Hilton Head School for Creative Arts.
- Spanish Wells (Wards 1 & 3) will vote at the Hilton Head School for Creative Arts.
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This Week’s Progress (May 30 - June 5)
This week, Marinex Construction moved further south along South Beach. Rough weather halted operations early in the week, but crews resumed work on Friday and placed sand at Tower Beach in Sea Pines.
To date, approximately 638,000 cubic yards of sand have placed along the South Beach shoreline.
Looking Ahead (June 6-12)
Over the coming week, Marinex will continue working south and place sand between Black Duck Road (Beach Marker 12) and Beach Side Drive (Beach Marker 8).
No additional sand will be placed beyond Beach Marker 8, located at the sharp bend near the southern tip of Hilton Head Island.
Weather permitting, sand placement operations are expected to conclude on Friday, June 12. Afterward, Marinex will begin demobilization, which should take two to three weeks.
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The Town of Hilton Head Island is currently accepting applications for two vacancies on its Design Review Board (DRB):
- One Attorney
- One Architect
Appointments will serve a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029.
The Design Review Board plays a vital role in preserving Hilton Head Island's unique character by reviewing the aesthetics of new development and renovations of existing development to protect what we call "Island Character".
To qualify, applicants must be registered voters within the Town of Hilton Head Island.
Applications can be submitted online at: https://onboard.hiltonheadislandsc.gov/application/
For more information or questions about the application process, contact Town Clerk Kimberly Gammon at kimberlyg@hiltonheadislandsc.gov.
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 The Town of Hilton Head Island will begin accepting applications for its 2027 Accommodations Tax (ATAX) Grants Program in July.
The ATAX application and instructions will be available beginning at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, on the Town’s website at hiltonheadislandsc.gov. Applications must be submitted online by 4 p.m. on Friday, July 31. Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.
Funded through a 2% state-mandated tax on temporary lodging (hotels, motels, inns and vacation rental properties), the ATAX program supports projects and events that promote tourism and enhance the visitor experience. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, arts and cultural groups, festival and event organizers, and other tourism-related entities. Grants may support tourism marketing, cultural and heritage events, beach and shoreline projects, tourism-related capital improvements, and arts and recreation programming.
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The Town of Hilton Head Island announces the candidate filing period and procedures for the 2026 Municipal Election to elect a Mayor and Town Council members for Wards 2, 4, and 5, during the general election that will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Candidates who are elected will serve four-year terms.
The candidate filing period begins at noon on July 31 and ends at noon on Aug. 17. Persons interested in filing for candidacy must call 843-384-7678 to schedule an appointment during the filing period with Town Clerk Kimberly Gammon.
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In honor of the Juneteenth holiday, the Town's administrative offices will be closed on Friday, June 19 and resume regular business hours at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 22. Town emergency services will remain fully operational during the holiday.
The Beaufort County Convenience Center at 26 Summit Drive will also be closed on Friday, June 19, and will return to its regular schedule on Monday, June 22.
On behalf of our Mayor, Town Council, Town Manager, and Town staff, we wish everyone a safe and happy Juneteenth!
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On June 1, the Town of Hilton Head Island started construction on a pathway, access road, and parking lot upgrades at the United States Postal Service (USPS) north end location on William Hilton Parkway.
This project furthers the Town’s goal of enhancing safe access and connectivity among the Northpoint on Jarvis Creek (Northpoint) neighborhood, Gumtree Road and the Hilton Head Island public schools campus. The Town continues to collaborate with its development partner, OneStreet Residential, and the USPS on these improvements. Construction will occur alongside the ongoing development of the Northpoint neighborhood, which began in February 2026.
As the Town invests in public infrastructure for Northpoint, this project is a key step in making the area more accessible, connected, and safe for residents and workers in surrounding neighborhoods. It also supports the Town's Strategic Action Plan to enhance major corridors and streets by improving safety, mobility, and quality of life for residents, visitors, and businesses.
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 The pedestrian pathway in front of Compass Rose Park will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, June 8, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for grading work along Pope Avenue. The closure is expected to last 1–2 days.
Please use alternate routes and avoid the area if possible.
For more information, contact Cary Adams at carya@hiltonheadislandsc.gov or 843-341-4706.
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Mitchelville Road in the historic Baygall community is open again after crews finished paving and stormwater improvements. These improvements have turned Mitchelville Road into a safer, more accessible route for residents and visitors. The upgrades also make it easier for municipal services, like Fire Rescue, to reach the area during emergencies. Here’s a quick look at what was done:
- We paved 0.256 miles (1,350 ft) of the dirt portion of Mitchelville Road.
- New drainage was installed to help manage stormwater and support the community.
- The road was striped and permanent traffic signs were added to make it safer for everyone.
- The new section of road directly serves 9 parcels and indirectly provides more access to 11 additional homes at the end of Mitchelville Road.
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 The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is here, and the Town of Hilton Head Island is encouraging residents, visitors, and businesses to take proactive steps now to prepare for potential storms and emergencies.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30, placing coastal communities at risk for hurricanes and other tropical weather events.
Preparing before a storm threatens can help protect lives and property, and speed recovery efforts after an event.
To help the public stay safe and be ready, we have developed guides outlining essential steps everyone should take to prepare for hurricanes.
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Guide to Emergency Preparedness
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Emergency Preparedness Field Guide
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Local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to participate in Money Talks, a free, six-part seminar series designed to help entrepreneurs start, strengthen, and sustain their businesses. The series starts on Tuesday, June 16.
Now in its third year, the series is sponsored by the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation(CDC) and features expert-led discussions on essential business topics, including financing, legal and tax matters, fraud prevention, and government contract procurement strategies.
Workshops will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Hilton Head Island Recreation Center, located at 20 Wilborn Road. Participants are welcome to attend all six sessions or only the ones relevant to their specific needs.
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Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park is hosting the 12th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, a multi-day event that honors the legacy of freedom, Gullah Geechee heritage, and the community that shaped self-governance in America. Over three days (June 11-13), you can join an evening campfire and conversation with nationally recognized historian Joe McGill, take part in a Children's Drum Camp and community Drum Circle, and enjoy a full-day festival featuring GRAMMY-nominated artist Stokley. The celebration wraps up on June 19 with a Juneteenth 5K.
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 Our Mayor, Alan Perry, recently appeared on WHHI-TV to talk about the Town’s budget, healthcare, and the Gateway Corridor Plan. Watch now.
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 OneStreet Residential Developer & Manager of Northpoint on Jarvis Creek, Managing Partner Brendan Barr, recently appeared on WHHI-TV to discuss the Northpoint on Jarvis Creek Workforce Housing Neighborhood. Watch now.
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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