Month: May 2020
May 22, 2020
Reminders for the Weekend – Beach Ordinances and Regulations
Weekend Reminders for the Beach As we head into the Memorial Day weekend, please be mindful of the public safety guidelines and Town ordinances that are in place for your safety. Ordinances apply to property owners and visitors and anyone found in violation could be ticketed. Beach Reminders: Gatherings of more than 10 are prohibited and […]
May 22, 2020
Round-up of Local Attractions Available Online
Spoleto at Home begins today, May 22! Spoleto Festival USA is inviting you to Spoleto at Home with 17 days of virtual programming you can enjoy from the comfort and safety of your own living room! Starting today, May 22, tune in for original concerts, best-of Bank of America Chamber Music hits, and insightful conversations […]
May 20, 2020
COVID-19 Update #40
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call: There is no new information to report except the updated statistics below. Latest Statistics (As of May 19 | 11:59 p.m.): Expect a lag time on data below updated to DHEC’s testing site. Positive Cases Statewide – 9175 Charleston County – 515 Updated Reports Zip Code Case Information Projection […]
May 19, 2020
Update on COVID-19 Antibody Testing Online Reservations
For your convenience, MUSC has added reservation times to the online reservation system for Wednesday’s antibody testing. Reservations are optional, not required. Only a portion of testing capacity has been made available for online reservations. Still, walk-in participation is ongoing from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s West Beach Conference Center (2 Shipwatch […]
May 15, 2020
COVID-19 Update #39
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call: The Tri-County conference calls will reduce frequency to once per week on Wednesdays. As such, residents can expect a weekly COVID-19 update on Wednesday by 5 p.m. moving forward. Breaking news will be released before our scheduled communication. Latest Statistics (As of May 14| 11:59 p.m.): Expect a lag […]
May 15, 2020
COVID-19 Antibody Testing | May 18 – May 20 |Online Reservation Available
Antibody Testing Online Reservations Available For your convenience, MUSC has developed an online reservation system. Time reservations are optional, not required. Only a portion of testing capacity has been made available for online reservations, so if you do not see a time-slot available please know walk-in participation is ongoing. Monday, May 18 Full-time Kiawah residents* […]
May 15, 2020
Town Council Passed Resolution on Reopening and Operation of Short-term Rentals
Yesterday, Town Council passed Resolution 2020-02 which established guidelines for reopening and operation of short-term rentals. The resolution includes protocols guided by the CDC, SCDHEC, and MUSC to promote the safe operation of short-term rentals and provides rental owners with measures to prevent exposure of their renters and workers to the COVID-19 virus. All short-term […]
May 13, 2020
Town of Kiawah Island Announces Partnership with MUSC to offer COVID-19 Antibody Testing to Kiawah Island Residents
Testing for the COVID-19 antibody, which can indicate whether an individual has been exposed to COVID-19 and has developed antibodies to the virus, will be an important tool to help communities and their citizens understand the prevalence of the COVID-19 virus in their community. The Town has arranged with MUSC to offer this test to […]
May 13, 2020
COVID-19 Update #38
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call: There is no new information to report, other than the updated stats below: Latest Statistics (As of May 12 | 11:59 p.m.): Expect a lag time on data below updated to DHEC’s testing site. Positive Cases Statewide – 8030 Charleston County – 491 Updated Reports Zip Code Case Information […]
May 13, 2020
Town Council Special Call Meeting
Town Council will hold a special call meeting on Thursday, May 14, at 4 p.m. to consider approval of Resolution 2020-02 – Guidelines for the Reopening and Operation of Short-term Rentals. The meeting will be live-streamed on the Town’s YouTube channel. The agenda is available here. Watch the Meeting To access the Town’s YouTube channel, […]
May 12, 2020
Parkway Improvement Project | Traffic Notice
Tonight and tomorrow evening beginning at 6 p.m., construction crews will be working at the bridge on the parkway, replacing expansion joints as a part of the Parkway Improvement Project. There will be flaggers in place and periodic lane closures. Residents should allow more time for travel and expect some minor traffic delays. Thank you for […]
May 12, 2020
Harris Teeter Freshfields Operations
Harris Teeter at Freshfields has resumed regular hours of operation (daily 6 a.m.-11 p.m.) but have made these changes to the store in response to COVID-19: Senior hours will continue on Monday and Thursday from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. Patrons are asked to comply, however company policy is that they do not turn anyone […]
May 11, 2020
COVID-19 Update #37
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call: Charleston County Government will begin to shift to normal operations on Wednesday, May 13 and County buildings will resume public access for citizens daily from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until further notice. At this time, citizens will not be required to wear a mask when they enter county […]
May 11, 2020
A Message from Mayor Weaver
Businesses are starting back up throughout South Carolina and Kiawah. Today limited indoor dining can resume, and at the end of the week, the Town’s short-term rental restrictions will elapse. I would expect the Governor to relax most remaining restrictions on businesses before the end of the month. Our local businesses will likely reopen as […]
May 11, 2020
News from Columbia | Governor’s Office
On Monday, May 11 Governor McMaster announced that close contact service providers, fitness and exercise centers, commercial gyms, and public or commercial pools will be able to open in a limited capacity on Monday, May 18. Learn More Previously amended Executive Orders: The remaining restrictions on boating, as defined by Executive Order 2020-25, were lifted effective […]
May 08, 2020
Governor McMaster Amends Executive Orders
Governor McMaster has announced two amendments to his active Executive Orders: The remaining restrictions on boating, as defined by Executive Order 2020-25, are lifted effective immediately Restaurants throughout South Carolina will be allowed to reopen for limited dine-in services beginning on Monday, May 11. Governor McMaster has established guidelines for restaurants to follow if and when they choose […]
May 08, 2020
COVID-19 Update #36
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call: There is no new information to report, other than the updated stats below. Latest Statistics (As of May 7 | 11:59 p.m.): Expect a lag time on data below updated to DHEC’s testing site. Positive Cases Statewide – 7367 Charleston County – 481 Updated Reports Zip Code Case Information […]
May 08, 2020
COVID-19 Mobile Testing Sites
The Charleston County Public Safety Directorate, including EMS and Emergency Management, is partnering with Fetter Heath Care Network to offer mobile COVID-19 screening and testing sites. The mobile testing site for Kiawah, Seabrook, and Johns Island will be held May 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Johns Island Library (3531 Maybank Hwy). Individuals […]
May 07, 2020
A Message from Mayor Weaver
In my recent communication about the alligator related death that occurred last week, I committed that the Town would provide additional information as it is made available by the several investigating agencies. We followed that Monday with the release of the Coroner’s finding, which was accidental death by drowning. Since that time, the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office […]
May 06, 2020
COVID-19 Update #35
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call: Charleston County is working on a return to work plan and the schedule for reopening offices to the public will be announced soon. The Kiawah Island Municipal Center will reopen on Monday, May 18 and resume normal hours of operation (Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m). Additional safety and […]
May 06, 2020
Proposed Changes to Noise Ordinance
Town Council is in the process of reviewing the Town’s current noise ordinance and has proposed changes that will be considered at their June meeting. Due to COVID-19, Council has delayed the 2nd reading to allow residents additional time to provide feedback. Provided here is a copy of the proposed ordinance changes. A summary is provided […]
May 06, 2020
Town Council Amends Emergency Ordinance
Yesterday, Town Council reviewed Emergency Ordinance 2020-02 and made the following amendments: The short-term rental moratorium will be allowed to expire on May 15. Lifted the suspension of chair and umbrella rental services on the beach effective Tuesday, May 5. Added the requirement for when a retail establishment is under a Town or Governor’s Order […]
May 04, 2020
Alligator Incident Update
Today, Charleston County Coroner’s Office announced they have concluded their report regarding the fatality that took place Friday evening and released the following statement: “An autopsy was performed today, Monday, May 4, 2020, on Cynthia Covert, 57 years of age, who died following an incident involving an alligator on Friday. Witnesses reported that the victim […]
May 04, 2020
COVID-19 Update #34
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call: There is no new information to report, other than the updated statistics below. Latest Statistics (As of May 3, 2020 11:59 p.m.): Expect a lag time on data below updated to DHEC’s testing site. Positive Cases Statewide – 6757 Charleston County – 464 Updated Reports Zip Code Case Information […]
May 03, 2020
A Message from Mayor Weaver
On Friday, we experienced a terrible tragedy with the death of a woman on the island in an alligator related incident. Late yesterday, the Charleston County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Cynthia Covert of Johns Island. We are deeply saddened, and we extend our condolences to her family and friends on behalf of the Kiawah Island […]
May 02, 2020
Governor McMaster Lifts Certain Executive Orders
Yesterday, Governor McMaster announced that the following adjustments will be made to his executive orders: Effective Immediately Removal of travel restrictions and mandatory self-quarantine for individuals entering South Carolina from high-risk areas with substantial community spread (states of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut and the City of New Orleans, Louisiana) for a period of fourteen […]
May 01, 2020
Alligator Related Incident Results in Fatality
The Town regrets to inform the community that today just before 5:00 p.m., Charleston County Sheriff’s Deputies (CCSO) responded to a report of an alligator encounter with an adult female in the area of Salt Cedar Lane. The incident resulted in the female’s fatality. CCSO Deputies, the SC Department of Natural Resources, and the Charleston County […]
May 01, 2020
COVID-19 Update #33
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call: COVID-19 Mobile Testing Sites The Charleston County Public Safety Directorate, including EMS and Emergency Management, is partnering with Fetter Heath Care Network to offer mobile COVID-19 screening and testing sites beginning May 4. The mobile testing site for Kiawah, Seabrook, and Johns Island will be held May 12 from […]