Month: September 2019
September 16, 2019
Sea Turtle Research Fundraiser
The Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol (KITP) has been in existence since 1973 and has full financial support from the Town of Kiawah Island. Supporters of our turtle program often ask how they can donate financially to our patrol. We are thrilled to announce a partnership with the Town of Kiawah Island, the South Carolina Department of […]
September 12, 2019
Revised Storm Debris Collection Schedule
Storm debris will be collected by zones starting at the front of the island. The zones and dates are provided below (subject to change). Zone 1 Collection Dates – September 13 – 15 Kiawah Island Parkway to V gate, includes all streets in this zone. Zone 2 Collection Dates – September 16 – 18 V […]
September 10, 2019
Update on Storm Debris Collection
While storm debris collection efforts are underway, Hurricane Dorian left behind a large number of downed trees that have resulted in oversized debris island-wide. Crews have shifted their efforts to working on the main roads along the Parkway and Governors Drive. As a result, the previously published zone collection schedule is under revision. The Town is […]
September 09, 2019
September Town Council Meeting Rescheduled – Short Term Rentals Discussion Moved to October Meeting
The September Town Council meeting that was canceled last week because of Hurricane Dorian has been rescheduled for tomorrow September 10 at 3:00 p.m. The agenda items related to revisions to our existing short term rentals and the zoning ordinance will be moved to the October Town Council meeting (Tuesday, October 1 at 2:00 p.m.). […]
September 07, 2019
Post Hurricane Dorian Beach Drone Footage
Following Hurricane Dorian’s impact, the Town collected drone footage of the beach provided below: (Recorded Friday, September 6) Ocean Course to the Sandcastle Watch it here! Sandcastle to Captain Sams Watch it here!
September 06, 2019
Important Notices – Post Hurricane Dorian
Please read the following important notices regarding recovery operations: Damage Assessment: The Town has finished the damage assessment survey and is happy to report the island did not have any structural damage to properties and boardwalks. Also, the beach did not suffer any erosion. Electricity: Berkeley Electric crews are currently on the island working to […]
September 06, 2019
Evacuation Order Lifted | Reentry Procedures
Governor McMaster has lifted the evacuation order for Charleston County. The Town of Kiawah has been assessed for damage, and Town/KICA crews are currently clearing roads. Access for residents and non-resident property owners will begin at 10 a.m. tomorrow (Saturday September 7). We caution all returning property owners that road clearing operations will still be underway, […]
September 05, 2019
Message to Kiawah Residents and Property Owners from Mayor Weaver
I want to share some initial observations from this storm, after reviewing the conditions of the island. It was a very windy but not especially wet storm. That is good news because I do not see the signs or impact of storm surge, and the ponds and drainage appear to have handled the significant rainfall […]
September 05, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Update #9
Following a conference call with Emergency Management officials to discuss Hurricane Dorian, the most recent information is below: Hurricane Dorian is moving slowly past our coast but is still impacting the island. Tropical-storm-force winds are expected to continue through late afternoon. There is potential for flooding at high tide which is at 2:15 p.m. Access […]
September 05, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Update #8
As we are experiencing severe weather from Hurricane Dorian, residents should be aware of the following: As Dorian passes offshore, current weather conditions are expected to continue through this evening, and the next high tide is at 2:15 p.m., which has the potential for flooding. Please remember, Charleston County is still under a hurricane warning, […]
September 04, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Update #7
Following a conference call with Emergency Management officials to discuss Hurricane Dorian, the most recent information is below: Hurricane Dorian is a Category 2, currently located 90 miles east of Daytona Beach, Florida, and moving toward the north-northwest at 8 mph. The shift in the forecast has brought the track closer to the coast and […]
September 04, 2019
A Message to Kiawah Residents and Property Owners from Mayor Weaver
By now you have probably watched or listened to more than your share of forecasts predicting the path and impact of Hurricane Dorian. We have worked hard with KICA and other entities to not only prepare for the storm, but to share with you what we know. Many residents have already left Kiawah, a few have decided not to […]
September 03, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Update #6
Following the Town’s conference call with Charleston County Emergency Management Department and regional counterparts regarding Hurricane Dorian, the most recent information is reported below: The official report from the National Weather Service is that Hurricane Dorian is now a Category 2, nearly a Category 3, and has begun its turn Northwestward. Dorian is expected to […]
September 02, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Update #5
Today the Town participated in a conference call with Charleston County Emergency Management Department and regional counterparts to discuss Hurricane Dorian. Lane reversals of I-26 from Charleston to Columbia have begun. All exits along I-26 from Charleston to Columbia are blocked. The official report from the National Weather Service is that Dorian’s track is becoming […]
September 02, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Update #4
The Governor has issued an evacuation order that begins today at noon; however, island access will not be restricted until Wednesday at 6 a.m. (which is subject to change), at which time island access will be turned over to Charleston County Sheriff’s Office. The evacuation order does not mean property owners will be required to […]
September 01, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Update #3
Today at 6:30 p.m., Governor McMaster issued an evacuation order for all coastal communities in Zone A which includes Kiawah beginning tomorrow Monday, September 2 at noon. Lane reversals of I-26 from Charleston to Columbia will also begin tomorrow at noon. The Town and the Community Association are working together to respond to the executive […]
September 01, 2019
Trash Collection Change Notice
The Town has arranged for our solid waste provider to collect trash on Monday, September 2 and Tuesday, September 3 starting at 6:00 a.m. despite the holiday. Please be aware that the Tuesday collection could change depending on emergency management decisions regarding Hurricane Dorian. As a reminder, trash collection takes place on either Monday or […]
September 01, 2019
Hurricane Dorian Update #2
Today the Town participated in the tri-county conference call with Charleston County Emergency Management Department and regional counterparts to discuss Hurricane Dorian. Governor Henry McMaster will hold a media briefing with state emergency response officials today at 2:00 p.m. The press conference will be streamed live on SCETV’s website at scetv.org. Residents and property owners […]