A series of landscape enhancements is now underway to increase safety, improve visibility, and further beautify the Coligny Circle area, including Coligny Beach Park’s parking lot and Lagoon Road.
Key project improvements include selective trimming and vegetation management to open sightlines, removal of declining or obstructive landscaping, and the addition of fresh plantings along Lagoon Road between Avocet Street and Pope Avenue. Irrigation systems will be adjusted to support the new greenery, all while preserving the area’s mature tree canopy and natural wooded character. Work began Aug.17 and is expected to be completed by September. Residents and visitors are encouraged to stay alert in work zones and can look forward to a safer, more attractive Coligny Circle this fall.
Phase 2 construction work at the north end location of the United States Post Office started Aug. 19. All motorists and pedestrians accessing the post office must use the William Hilton Parkway entrance and exit. The rear entrance from Gum Tree Road and Marsh Point Road will be closed through Nov. 15.. The post office will remain open throughout construction. Please follow all posted detour signs and use caution in the area.
The Town of Hilton Head Island began construction June 1 on improvements that include a new 10-foot-wide pathway, an access road, and upgrades to the post office parking lot. The project also includes new asphalt parking and drive aisles, signage and pavement markings, stormwater drainage, grading, and a pervious asphalt pathway.
Demolition work continues through Aug. 24 on a residential structure located at the corner of William Hilton Parkway and Old Wild Horse Road. Please use caution and follow all posted traffic control measures if traveling through the area.
Stormwater maintenance work at Lake Liggett in Jarvis Creek Park, near the entrance on Jarvis Park Road, continues through Sept. 2. This work will require temporary closures of pathways on the northeast side of the park. Please use caution in the area and be aware that heavy equipment will be moving through, causing intermittent pathway closures.
Indigo Run traffic circle improvements continue through September. Enhancements include a new landscape design, fresh sod, and flagpoles displaying the American flag, the POW/MIA flag, and military service branch flags.
Parking lot improvements at Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park will support the new Mitchelville Freedom Park Archaeological Research Facility and Auditorium and improve site access. Construction activities are taking place daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with all work expected to be completed within the week of Dec. 21.
The Land Management Ordinance (LMO) Task Force met on Monday, August 17, at Town Hall. After discussing Priority 1 LMO amendments, the Task Force recommended approval of updates related to wetland protection, tree protection, and residential single-family districts for Jonesville Road and Bradley Circle, along with subdivision and residential development standards. The recommendation also proposes adding workforce housing, community services, and open-air sales as permitted uses within the Jonesville Road residential single-family district. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Planning Commission and Town Council for consideration. You can watch a recording of the meeting on Beaufort County TV or the Town's YouTube channel.
Next step: The proposed recommended amendments will be shared and discussed at a special meeting of the Gullah Geechee Land and Cultural Preservation Task Force at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, at Town Hall.
Any comments about the LMO may be submitted to Interim Planning Director Trey Lowe at TreyL@hiltonheadislandsc.gov.
We’re seeking passionate community members to serve on the newly created Bryant Road Public Private Partnership Advisory Committee. This committee will help guide the development of workforce housing on a 7.19 acre tract within the Muddy Creek neighborhood off Spanish Wells Road. They will also help ensure the project reflects the character, culture and priorities of the surrounding neighborhoods while advancing the Town's workforce housing goals.
Are you experienced in residential real estate, community planning, or neighborhood advocacy? Do you want to make a difference in our town’s future and in lives of residents? If so, we encourage you to apply.
As the Nov. 3 general election approaches, the Town of Hilton Head Island is reminding political candidates and their supporters to adhere to the regulations regarding the placement of campaign signs. In this general election cycle, Hilton Head Island will hold municipal elections for the mayor and Wards 2, 4 and 5 Town Council seats.
To ensure the public’s safety while allowing candidates to communicate directly with residents, the following rules must be observed when placing campaign or other politically related signs. According to Section 57-25-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws and Section 16-5-114 of the Town’s Municipal Code, political signs:
• Must not be placed on any public property. This includes all parks and beach park facilities.
• May be placed on private property (residential or commercial) with the property owner's consent.
• Must not be placed within any public road rights-of-way; this typically extends from the pavement up to areas just beyond any stormwater ditches or multiuse pathways that run along most roads.
• Should not be installed in any way that might obstruct or impair a driver's view or create a safety hazard.
West Nile virus (WNV), a mosquito-borne disease, has been detected in multiple areas of Beaufort County, both north and south of the Broad. Beaufort County Mosquito Control is increasing mosquito trapping & treatment to reduce adult mosquito numbers and help keep our community safe.
What you can do to protect yourself:
✅Drain standing water that may produce mosquitoes.
✅Avoid being outside at dawn & dusk.
✅Wear long sleeves & pants when outside.
✅Use EPA-approved insect repellent.
✅Keep doors & window screens in good condition.
Stay informed, stay safe! For more info, report mosquito concerns or request service, call 843-255-5800 or visit Beaufort County Mosquito Control.
Hilton Head Island Town Council Members, Mayor Alan Perry, Town Manager Marc Orlando and Deputy Town Manager Shawn Leininger worked alongside other community volunteers Thursday morning, Aug. 20, at Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry's build on Evelina Road.
This marks the third group from the Town to volunteer at the site, continuing the Town’s commitment to supporting housing opportunities and helping our residents achieve the dream of homeownership. Did you know that approximately 80% of the work on a Habitat home is completed by construction volunteers? Each year, 300 to 400 volunteers help build safe, affordable homes for local families. Thank you to Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry and everyone contributing their time and talents to help make this house a home!
Local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to our free “Money Talks” seminars, sponsored by the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (CDC), on Tuesday, Aug. 25, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hilton Head Island Recreation Center. Our guest speaker, Johnny Burch, Small Business Director with the South Carolina Commission for Community Advancement and Engagement, will share practical insights on preparing to bid for government contracts and straightforward strategies to market your business effectively. Don’t miss this valuable session! For more information, call 843-384-9721.
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