June 03, 2020
COVID-19 Update #42
Updates from the Tri-County Conference Call:
There is no new information to report except the updated statistics below.
Latest Statistics (As of June 2 | 11:59 p.m.):
Expect a lag time on data below updated to DHEC’s testing site.
Positive Cases
- Statewide – 10,623
- Charleston County – 657
Updated Reports
Residents can expect the next update Wednesday, June 3 by 5 p.m. Breaking news will be released before our scheduled communication.
Kiawah’s Emergency Ordinance & Resolution on Short-Term Rental Operations
The Town is currently operating under amended Emergency Ordinance 2020-02, which remains in effect until July 4 unless otherwise noted, subject to termination, amendment, or extension by Council.
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 safe operation. All short-term rental properties are encouraged to follow the protocols established in the resolution to prevent exposure of their renters and workers to the COVID-19 virus. Learn more
Freshfields Village Operations
- Overview of hours of operation
- Details about restaurant operations
- Online shopping options
Harris Teeter has resumed regular hours of operation (daily 6 a.m.-11 p.m.) and has 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 away.
Island Operations
Most island entities have begun phased reopening. For the most up to date information on operations, click the links below.
Kiawah Island Golf Resort (KIGR)
Architectural Review Board (ARB)
Kiawah Island Utility (KIU)
Enforcement
Beach Patrol, Sheriff’s Office Deputies, and Code Enforcement are enforcing all Town ordinances and regulating public congregation on the island. Report a problem to the 24-hour hotline at 843-259-2137 or through the online submittal form.
News from Columbia | Governor’s Office
A summary of Governor McMaster’s recent actions can be found here.
Absentee Voting
There is still time to vote absentee in the June 9 Primary Election but you must contact the Board of Voter Registration to receive instructions.
Email: absentee@charlestoncounty.org
Phone: 843-744-8683
Web: https://vote.charlestoncounty.org (Live Chat feature)
Charleston County has begun conducting in-person absentee voting for the June primary at 4367 Headquarters Rd., North Charleston Monday – Friday (May 11- June 8) 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Voters that plan on going to the polls, should review these protocols to know what to expect.
Prevention Measures
To control spread of this disease, we must continue to practice the recommended guidelines issued by DHEC and the CDC.
- Maintain social distancing remaining at least six feet away from other people.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water.
- Avoid touching your face.
- Cough or sneeze into your elbow.
- Use cloth face coverings in public settings where social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies). The use of face coverings is a voluntary public health measure. Click here to learn how you can create one from common materials found in your home.
Medical Notice
Current data shows older adults who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions (heart or lung disease or diabetes) are at higher risk for developing serious complications from COVID-19.
Individuals that fall into this group should contact their healthcare provider early, even if they are experiencing mild symptoms.
If you develop any of the symptoms associated with the virus (fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, loss of taste or smell) or have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19, call your primary care physician first or use virtual care services.
Additional Resources
KICA Security
843-768-5566
Beach Patrol
843-518-2880
Violation 24-hr Hotline (Code Enforcement)
843-259-2137
Charleston County Citizens Information Line
843-746-3900
SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Care Line
855-472-3432
FEMA Coronavirus Rumor Control Website
Coastal Crisis Chaplaincy
843-724-1212
Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Non-Emergency
843-202-1700
Smart911 Safety Profile