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July 20, 2026 – The beach renourishment project has experienced a slight delay due to weather. Marinex has successfully installed approximately 9,000 feet of the 11,000-foot pipeline needed to transport sand from the dredge to the beach. However, high winds prevented crews from completing the remaining section. The dredge is fully mobilized and ready to begin operations as soon as the final...

July 14, 2026 – Significant progress has been made. Pathway paving is complete from 21st to 29th Avenues. Demolition of the original path is complete from 29th Ave to Timber Ln, and the original path remains from Timber Ln to 41st Ave. Good news for walkers and cyclists: The majority of the pathway will remain open throughout the paving process. The compacted gravel will serve as a temporary...

July 9, 2026 – You may have already noticed construction equipment staged on the beach near Mariner's Walk. This marks the beginning of the 2026 Beach Renourishment Project. The contractor barged the heavy equipment in via Dewees Inlet, minimizing the impact on traffic and the City's road network. Onshore and offshore benthic samples required as part of the permit special conditions was conducted...

July 8, 2026 – Earlier this year, the City of Isle of Palms issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a marketing firm to lead a comprehensive branding initiative for our community. The response exceeded expectations, with more than 30 firms from across the United States and abroad submitting proposals. Following presentations and evaluations, the Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee (ATAX)...

6 July,2026 – Mobilization is expected to begin tomorrow. Equipment will be transported by barge to the Isle of Palms via Dewees Inlet. Residents may notice equipment and crews on the beach, but no significant beach closures are anticipated. The dredge is expected to arrive in approximately 10–14 days. More updates will follow.

Please join us for a Retirement Drop-In honoring Battalion Chief James "Bones" Giddens! Thursday, July 16th 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 30 JC Long Blvd (Public Service Building) Please stop by to wish Chief Giddens a happy retirement!

June 29, 2026 – Lot of July 4th happenings on our island – Home Decorating Contest, golf cart parade, fireworks - and around the Lowcountry. This is a big year for our country so come out and let’s celebrate together! Our beach renourishment project is underway! There will be a lot of additional activity on our beaches this Summer. This project will be happening 24 hours a day/7 days a week. To...

June 29, 2026 – In observance of the Independence Day holiday, City offices will be closed on Friday, July 3. As a result, Friday's garbage collection (30th Avenue through Wild Dunes) will be rescheduled to Tuesday, July 7. Thank you for your patience, and we wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July!

June 26, 2026 – Coastal Science and Engineering (CSE) has provided us with the latest estimates on a construction schedule available on our beach page. Will the beach be closed? No. Beach renourishment work will take place in sections of approximately 300 yards at a time. In most cases, pedestrians will be able to walk around the fenced work area. The only exception may be during temporary dune...

June 8, 2026 - The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services has approved the City of Isle of Palms' request for dredging and beach renourishment along the island's shoreline. The permit is valid for five years. Contractor Marinex is expected to begin setting up equipment and staging areas in late June, with sand pumping expected to get underway shortly after the Fourth of July...