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Sullivan’s Island • Isle of Palms • Goat Island • Dewees Island

A sit down
with the Chief
BY BRIAN CLEARY
SPECIAL TO THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

O
n Friday, June 14, I had the distinct
pleasure of interviewing the new
Chief of Police on the Isle of Palms,
and thought I would share some of our
time together with the readers of The Island
Eye. His background is outstanding. I
came away from our brief time together in
the studio with a great admiration for his
keen wit, cool demeanor and professional
approach.
Brian Cleary, Y102.5: Welcome to the
Lowcountry. Welcome to East of the Cooper,
and … You're the new Chief of Police on the
Isle of Palms. So, Kevin Cornett, that's gotta
have a nice ring to it.
Chief Cornett: It does, it feels nice.
Y102.5: You've been on the job now for all
of - a week and a half? Are you starting
to get the lay of the land, or the island, I
should say?
Chief: Oh, I'm learning. This morning I got
to jump out on a few calls with some of the
officers, we had a, "There's a copperhead
in my yard.” And the next call was a,
"There's a Man of War on the beach."
Y102.5: Certainly not the kind of calls
your department got on your last job when
you were the Chief up in Springdale, just IOP EXCHANGE CLUB COMMUNITY DOCK
outside of Columbia, South Carolina.
Chief: Right. Yes, that was a little town GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY JUNE 27, 2019
surrounded by big cities. There was

nobody calling about us dealing with a
Man of War, that's for sure. However,
snakes - those we got.
Y102.5: Your family, they are getting
acclimated?
Chief: Yes. We have four boys. The oldest
is 10, and then the youngsters go right
on down to age 2. My wife, she's pretty
awesome, she is a beach person who grew
up in the Beaufort area. I tell people that
I kidnapped her to the midlands for about
12 years, but am proud to have kept my
promise to get her back by the ocean.
Y102.5: Couple of quick questions.
Chief continues on page 5
C
onstruction begins the first week of July and is expected to be complete October
2019. In the spirit of the Exchange Club mission of service, Barbara Harrington
has this to say about building the dock for our community, “We have this gem, what
more can we give? We can share it!”
In attendance pictured from left to right:
Tom Vandenburg, President, IOP Exchange Club
Derek Asterino, Contractor, Carolina Dock and Marine
Chris Moore, Engineer, Jon Guerry Taylor & Associates
Barbara Harrington, Chair, IOP Community Corporation
Pat Gillespie, Contracting Chair, Waterfront Improvement Committee
Patrick Harrington, Chair Waterfront Improvement Committee
Kelly Messier, Landscape Architecture and Planning LLC
Ted Kinghorn, Waterfront Improvement Committee
To donate to the IOP Exchange Club community dock go to donatetothedockiop.com

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CIVIC
Isle of Palms City Council
JUNE 25, 2019 MEETING
BY GREGG BRAGG
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
I
sle of Palms Mayor Jimmy Carroll welcomed everybody to the June
25 City Council meeting. He said everyone had been duly notified
including the press in accordance with the Freedom of Information
Act. “It’s 6:00, let’s start on-time,” he said. Carroll then dispatched
parliamentary obligations, approved minutes and opened the floor to
citizens’ comments.
Joe Bodek of 65 Twin Oaks Lane had a couple of topics to cover. He
thanked the new chief of police for his support, and for the great job he
and his department did on his street in the early part of June, when
thief-wannabes broke into the house of his 65-year-old neighbor. “We
have a great police department… and fire department, too,” he said.
He also spoke in support of an item on the agenda fining people for
littering on the beach. “They have no idea what we go through to keep
our beach clean,” he concluded.
Ginger Campbell of Tidal Wave Sports fame, and resident of 3907
Hartnett Blvd., also wanted to talk trash. “I’m really excited about the
[plastic] ban. I’ve been doing the beach clean-ups. I think the ban will
help get rid of some of the trash but will also get it in our… visitors’
heads; ‘hey maybe I should check all my trash out.’ I think the ban is
going to be amazing… but we have to do something to lock down the
trash cans,” she said.
Campbell went on the say that a recent storm pushed two of the
cans into the ocean and had to be retrieved by her nephew. She also
said one of the big problems on the beach was cigarette butts and
floated the idea of banning smoking on the beach.
Michael, another Tidal Wave Sports employee and resident of 69
41st St. was also talking trash. He encouraged Council to consider
staking trash cans to grounded posts and named a few examples
the City could use. Michael also asked Council to find a semi-
permanent home for the company’s jet boat, recently displaced by a
recommendation from the Ocean & Coastal Resource Management
department (OCRM).
Kelly Thorvalson from the South Carolina Aquarium was next with
a comment. She thanked Council for its plastics ban and segued into
support for and a discussion of the beach sweeps. Thorvalson said
the data collected by she and her colleagues while picking up trash
on the beach was vital, especially before and after a plastic ban like
IOP’s goes into effect. Thorvalson plans to use the data to convince the
state legislature to forego further consideration of their now infamous
“ban on plastics ban” bill.
Councilmember and Ways & Means Committee Chair Jimmy Ward
delivered a rosy picture of the City’s finances to the tune about $1.25
million to the good. Ward then moved to suspend the rules of order
(approved unanimously) to immediately consider two of the most
critical items before council;
1. A motion for an across the board merit pay increase (effective in
2019) for City staff. It passed unanimously with very little discussion.
2. A motion to approve ordinance 2019-10, the 2020 fiscal year
budget. It also passed unanimously and without raising taxes, but
with plenty of discussion.
Councilmember Ted Kinghorn lamented the fact the 2020 budget
did not mention or include funding for additions to the City’s sewer
system. He posited the idea everyone should be on the City’s system
by 2030. Kinghorn said seas are still going to rise, major rain events
are still going to occur and the damage and costs associated with
septic systems adding to the mix is something the city needs to plan
for, he insisted.
Councilmember Randy Bell concurred with Kinghorn’s assessment.
He made the observation: there are still 1,400 residences with septic
systems on the island. Bell conceded the City had done all it could
with the 2020 budget, but agreed it was time to expand the City’s
sewer system. He made the observation the City couldn’t consider
IOP council continues on page 9
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MEETING JUNE 18, 2019 Brooklyn.

BY GREGG BRAGG LUCKY DOG

FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS PUBLISHING

T
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he parking lot at Town Hall was full well in Water & Sewer Committee Chair: The Island Eye News
advance of the June 18 meeting of Sullivan’s Bachman Smith
The Island Connection
Island Town Council (TOSI), and so were Members: Chauncey Clark and Tim Reese
council chambers. A busy, two page agenda Administration Committee Chair: SiP Magazine
including bids for work on the transition zone Sarah Church “Where to” Map
promised plenty of discussion. TOSI often manages Members: Greg Hammond and Bachman Smith
a celebratory open to its meetings. This meeting Land Use & Natural Resources Chair:
was another case in point. The meeting began with Chauncey Clark Lynn Pierotti
swearing in ceremonies triggered by recent island Members: Pat O'Neil and Kaye Smith lynn@luckydognews.com
elections. Public Facilities Committee Chair: publisher

Councilmember Bachman Smith won reelection Greg Hammond Laura Fogarty

and confirmed his vows to TOSI. New-elected Members: Sarah Church and Tim Reese ieneditor@luckydognews.com
councilmembers Greg Hammond and Kaye Smith Recreation Committee Chair: managing editor
swore on the Bible to do their best to represent Kaye Smith
TOSI. Although Hammond didn’t raise his right Members: Greg Hammond and Bachman Smith Jennifer Tuohy
hand, the oath of office is probably still valid. All IV jennifer@luckydognews.com
councilmembers seemed content with election Mayor Pat O’Neil then turned to a pair of contributing editor

driven shuffling of committee assignments; resolutions honoring outgoing councilmembers:

Finance Committee Chair: Retiring councilmember Rita Langely first joined Swan Richards
senior graphic designer
Pat O'Neil TOSI in 2015. She was the driving force behind the
Members: All council members Town’s ban on plastics, led the effort to create and Alejandro Ferreyros
Public Safety Committee Chair: maintain the long and hotly debated “transition graphic designer
Tim Reese zone” for protected land, assisted in instituting
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to block offshore drilling and exploration for oil.
“Now, therefore be it resolved that the Town of Christian LeBlanc
Sullivan’s Island thanks her for her extensive christian@luckydognews.com
service and honors her with highest praise at her social media
final meeting, with this resolution…” cited the
mayor, as the room erupted in a spontaneous Gregg Bragg
standing ovation. Mimi Wood
Retiring councilmember Mark Howard also joined staff writers
TOSI in 2015. He led efforts to improve the Town’s
stormwater system and fire station. Hammond’s •

CONTRIBUTORS
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BRIAN CLEARY
CAROL ANTMAN
CORRECTION MARY PRINGLE
KATHY BATES
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Gamecocks or Tigers?
Chief: I admit to being a Gamecock fan, but
I'm also a West Point fan. I have to root for
the Cadets.
Y102.5: And you were in the military?
Chief: Went thru the ROTC programs in
high school and college, then did 6 years
active duty and 2 years in the Inactive Ready
Reserve.
Y102.5: Thank you for your service, sir.
Favorite music?
Chief: I listen to everything, but my favorite
is the Blues.
Y102.5: First concert?
Chief: Def Leppard. I still love Def Leppard.
Y102.5: Most memorable concert or event
that you got to work when you were just an
officer?
Chief: I have to say Aretha Franklin. I was
quite new on the force when she came to
Columbia, got to work that one, that was
quite a show. And of course, being on hand
to provide security at the many different
sporting events for USC teams, it is always a
great environment at Williams-Brice.
Y102.5: Do you play an instrument?
Chief: I have a guitar. Two, actually; one at
home, and I keep one in my office to play
around with. I do know two chords, and
am working on getting that third one down.
When you get in those stressful times, it's
nice to just pick it up, play the two chords
that I know, make some random noise.
Y102.5: So, you are not yet taking requests?
Chief: When I ever do start to strum a bit, I
hear everyone shut their doors - all the way
down the hall.
Y102.5: Now at one point, I understand you
Isle of Palms Police Chief Kevin Cornett.
PHOTO PROVIDED BY BEACH SERVICES OFFICE, IOP PD
were one of the "40 under 40"? Named one of
the top 40 Police Chiefs under 40 years of age
in the entire U.S.?
Chief: That was pretty cool. It was an
international award through the International
Association of Chiefs of Police. There were
forty people from all different countries
getting that same award. It was a huge honor.
Y102.5: That looks pretty good on the resume.
Chief: Well, it felt really good. And, I got a
trip to San Diego! That's where the ceremony
was held.
Y102.5: So, you are literally the "New Sheriff
In Town.” First impressions?
Chief: I have inherited a terrific department,
great support staff. We have an impressive
mix of diverse, talented, very capable,
dedicated officers. A solid blend of experienced
individuals, and we will soon have a few
new members coming fresh out of the police
academy to round out our numbers. The Isle
of Palms has always been, and is a safe place
to live. It is a wonderful place to visit. People
come from around the world to stay with us
here, and I am bringing the message to the
community that it takes everyone working
together to provide the environment we want
- for safety and for everyone to benefit by the
many opportunities we have on our small
island. Our businesses, our other municipal
departments, the wonderful firefighters,
the resort, and all of our citizens will be
contributing to the well-being and the overall
health of our City.
Y102.5: Biggest challenges?
Chief: Summer is upon us, thousands upon
thousands of folks are coming across the
bridges every day. Parking is going to be a
concern. If you have questions, call the Police
Department. Or when you arrive - look for our
Beach Services Officers, they are in yellow
polo shirts, and very visible. They are a fine
group and will gladly help all visitors and
our citizens alike with any number of issues:
where to park, where to find amenities,
etcetera. We do ask when you vacation here,
or if you are just out for a day at the beach,
please check for our rules and regulations
about parking and what your responsibilities
are when you, your family and friends are on
our seashore by going to IOP.net. And please
- everyone - slow down. Look out for our
children, our elderly citizens especially. Just
plan to enjoy a slower pace. All of us on the
Isle of Palms are glad you are here. We need
you to remember that a lot of people live here,
and of course, we want to keep it a beautiful,
safe place for them, and for all of you to come
back to.
Y102.5: Chief Kevin Cornett. Best wishes,
sir.
Chief: Brian, I am sure we will talk again
soon. Please come to the beach, stop by the
Public Safety Building at 30 J.C. Long Blvd.
and say hello.
Y102.5: Maybe you will have that third chord
down by then, and you can play me a tune.
Chief: Let's not count on that.
Brian Cleary is the radio host of the iHeart
Radio’s Y Morning Wakeup show on Y102.5.

CIVIC
July 5, 2019
IOP approves city budget
MILLAGE INCREASE FROM COUNTY ASSESSMENT
BY GREGG BRAGG
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
T
he Isle of Palms Ways & Means Committee meeting of June 18
started like those before it. There were parliamentary procedures
to be observed, minutes of previous meetings to approve, and
emerging business to be broached. The July 1 deadline to complete
the budget for fiscal year 2020 was only two weeks away. So a fifth
draft of the City’s spending/earning plan dominated the agenda.
Last month’s discussion saw an array of possibilities floated
including; changing assumptions, cutting services, obligating vendors
to undertake their own repairs at the marina shops, slow walking
open job requisitions, and the specter of increasing IOP’s relatively
low millage rates/property taxes were broached. Councilmember and
Ways & Means Committee Chair Jimmy Ward proffered a solution
which would balance the budget without shorting amenities residents
should be able to expect.
Ward and the budget task force suggested deferring completion of
the City’s Phase III drainage outfalls until the 2021 fiscal year budget
to avoid an increase in property taxes on residents. Councilmember
Ted Kinghorn chimed in to say there was already a millage increase
baked into next year’s budget. Due to Charleston County’s ten-year
review of property values, which would result from the county’s
reassessing property values every ten years, Kinghorn made the
point there was no need to raise them twice. City Administrator
Desiree Fragoso also chimed in to mitigate concern about delays in
the project.
Fragoso acknowledged concerns about flooding on the island, but
treated attendees and councilmembers to a bit of common sense. She
observed the design and permitting process, coupled with negotiating
with state agencies, would take at least a year to get all the necessary
approvals. Consequently, she concluded the project would not be
delayed beyond the original dates for the project, and a balanced
budget could be enacted on time without cutting services to residents.
Everyone seemed to agree, and the motion to accept the fifth
version of the budget was accepted. Some miscellaneous comments
5
ensued including;
• The state retirement fund is a long term debt that reflects an
estimate of the town’s obligation over time. It is not the lump sum
owed to the state, despite the way it sticks out in budget documents
(unless every state employee and every employee in every municipality
in the state retired today), to summarize an observation made by
councilmember Randy Bell
• The observation that the budget did not reflect monies the City
would receive from permitting and license fees generated by the new
hotel going in at Wild Dunes
• That income from tourism has been trending higher the last
several years
• That fees from building permits and licensing have also been
trending higher
Councilmember Kinghorn quipped, “You had me at no new taxes,”
as the vote was called. The budget passed leaving just enough time
for a public hearing and second reading, before going into effect on
July 1.
Exhausted by months of wrangling, the rest of the meeting was
a sprint to the finish line, but there were more budget issues to
consider. Councilmember Ferencz suggested removing a $15,000
line item reserved for “performance evaluation” software from the
2020 budget, and found a smattering of conditional support from
other councilmembers.
Councilmember Bell argued the $15,000 was only a place holder,
and did not necessarily commit the City to spending the allocated
funds. There is plenty of free software available, he said, and suggested
the City try some of those before actually incurring the expense of the
budgeted amount. A chorus of other members nodded their approval,
and a corresponding motion was made to keep the line item and
budget in the form previously approved, and also passed.
For more information, visit the city’s website, IOP.net.
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ROADTRIP CHARLESTON
Still
frying Bragging rights
BY CAROL ANTMAN

after all FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

I
had to restrain my impulse to enjoyed as a winter residence for his

these
boast. As our boat bobbed in the
Bull’s Bay estuary, dolphins leaped
acrobatically on cue. The woman beside
me, who’d come from Michigan, grabbed
family until they conveyed it to the U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service in 1936. The
accommodations are comfortable but
simple. As a solo traveler, I stayed in

years
my arm in excitement. “Did you see
that?” she yelled. “I know,” I wanted
to tell her. “I actually get to live here.”
The other thirteen travelers had come
from distant states and Canada to the
exotic location of Bull’s Island. I was the
only local spending the weekend with
Coastal Expeditions at the Dominick
House.
These trips are only offered 8 times
a year. When registration opens, the
spots usually fill within minutes.
After all, staying overnight on the
island is a rare opportunity. Camping
is prohibited and Dominick House
is only open to scientists and these
few expeditions. The historic house
is nestled among live oak trees near
the boat dock. It was built in 1925 by
New York banker Gayer Dominick and
a large room with 4 other women with
an adjoining bath. Small rooms were
assigned to couples. We gathered each
evening in a circle of upholstered office
chairs surrounded by foraged artifacts
and nature photographs. Meals were a
communal affair.
Each day we were offered hikes and
excursions led by College of Charleston-
trained scientists Anna Atencio and
Olivia DePue. Their expertise was
impressive. On the beach, they found
an obscure animal track, a bobcat they
surmised, and started following it to tell
us what happened: “See how he was
running here?” Olivia pointed. “Then
he crouched here, see? Maybe he was
stalking something. Might have been
that ghost crab from that hole there. And
look, then he started running….” These
young women were never
about the changing ecology due to
climate change and nature. They drove
boats and trailers, cooked meals, led
yoga and generally made me proud to
be the parent of a CofC graduate.
Olivia and Anna’s reverence for
the 5,000 acre island was apparent.
Throughout the weekend they told us
things that made us go “wow”: how
some oysters can close their shells to
entrap the legs of oyster-catcher birds;
that osprey have an extra bone in their
talon which allows them to hold fish
they catch at a 90 degree angle to be
more aerodynamic; how every single
pine tree on the island died after being
submerged during Hurricane Hugo;

S
tarted in 1949, the
Sullivan’s Island Fire department celebrated
the 70th Fish Fry on Saturday, June 29.
Fowler’s Mustache provided the entertainment.
Chief Stith said approximately $10,000 was raised
to support the Fire Department.
If You Go:
Coastal Expeditions: CoastalExpeditions.com
843.884.7584
Call them or follow the link on their website to
City council member Tim Reese, SI Battalion Chief Mandy be notified of upcoming trips.
Hawer, and resident Bobby Cummings outside the Fish Fry
Shack.
stumped by a question.
They knew the names of
all the flowers, birds and
trees, the history of the
island and its inhabitants
and spoke authoritatively
why those newborn alligators were lined
up photogenically on their mother’s
back. The bird watchers in the group
were giddy with excitement. Hauling
Roadtrip continues on page 9
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experience with horticulture put him in a lead position to create the
alley of palmetto trees that greets everyone arriving on the island.
He was also instrumental and of supportive of Battery Gadsden
Cultural Center’s efforts to communicate Sullivan’s heritage and
unique history, read parts of his proclamation. Hammond was also
treated to a standing ovation as the mayor concluded by reading
“Now, therefore be it resolved that the Town of Sullivan’s Island
thanks him for extensive service and honors him with highest praise
at his final meeting, with this resolution…”
Action items scheduled for TOSI included:
1. Unanimous approval of last month’s meeting minutes
2. The third reading and ratification of ordinance 2019-01 (the
Town’s general budget)
3. The third/final reading of ordinance 2019-02 (the Water and
Sewer budget)
4. Ordinance 2019-03 was read in title only for the second time.
This measure authorizes TOSI to issue a bond “… to provide
for the issuance and sale of not exceeding eight hundred
thousand dollars Town of Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina,
general obligation bonds, in one or more series; to prescribe
the purposes for which the proceeds shall be expended, to
provide for the payment thereof, and other matters relating
thereto.”
5. Sullivan’s is nearing completion of its state required
“Comprehensive Plan,” (updates required every ten years) and
Council acted to read it into the record in title only.
6. Water and Sewer fees were increased for the year
(Councilmember B. Smith chimed in to remind attendees the
increase was less this year than last).
7. The options for exerting more control of St. Patrick’s Day
festivities seem to center on having vendors out by 6 p.m.
Councilmember Chauncey Clark wants a chance to discuss
the matter with the restaurant association before proceeding.
8. The Town wants a cross walk(s) at station 21 and/or station
20.5. The South Carolina Department of Transportation
(SCDOT) has specific requirements (e.g. sidewalk to sidewalk)
the town doesn’t technically meet (e.g. sidewalk to dirt path),
and negotiations are on-going.
9. The Town wants more speed limit signs. Town Administrator
Andy Benke wondered aloud why Folly Beach has so many
and Sullivan’s Island so few. Negotiations with SCDOT are
on-going.
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The tenth action item slowed proceedings down a bit.
Councilmember Reese received bids from three contractors
interested in beginning work on the Town’s transition zone. He
wondered aloud if a special tax might be appropriate for the initial
section slated for pruning, said he was opposed to the current plan,
and said he wasn’t sure if he wanted to proceed.
Councilmember Church suggested it was time to move on after
4 years of effort, and glossed over the awkward moment by saying
the prices were lower than she expected. Her comment on the effort
received a tacit “second” from Mayor O’Neil, leaving Reese to detail
the bids. Gibbs Landscaping was asking $47,800, HDR design
wanted $66,000, and IPW needed $118,000 for the first section of
the transition zone. Gibbs Landscaping won the job by a majority
vote of Council.
The final action item for TOSI was officially promoting and
recognizing “Carolina Day.” Fort Moultrie was built on June 28,
1776 of sand and palmetto logs by then Colonel William Moultrie.
He fought a successful engagement with the British, which is also
known as The Battle of Sullivan’s Island.
Town Administrator Andy Benke had some good news in his report.
The figures TOSI used to budget for 2020 salary increases dropped
significantly after the town’s budget was complete. Consequently,
even if TOSI raises staff salaries beyond what was planned, there
will be a $15,000 windfall the Town’s balanced budget ordinance
requires be spent “…on boardwalks,” Benke shrugged. He also
mentioned the Town’s water tower was getting a fresh coat of paint.
Just as a reminder, there are a number of openings on the Town’s
boards and commissions, with terms starting in September. Current
openings include;
• Three seats available on the planning commission
• Two seats on the board of zoning appeals
• Two seats on the tree commission
• Three seats on the design review board
• A seat on the election commission with an unlimited term
The Town’s attorney made a motion for another fee simple title for
the owners of 1118 Osceola Ave. which passed unanimously.
A new Council seated with accompanying changes to committee
assignments made for a spartan set of committee reports. There
being no further business, the meeting was adjourned for an
executive session to discuss salaries.
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IOP council continues from page 2
these large projects with[out] some form of additional revenue. Bell seemed
to imply the City has not ignored the problem, however, saying money set
aside for strategic planning could be leveraged to get the ball rolling, but
cautioned attendees a full blown effort to expand the sewer system is on the
horizon.
Councilmember Ferencz also tried to mitigate concerns, citing the existence
of ordinances in the pipeline that will require sewer hook-up within 150’ of
shore, for example. The ordinances have been delayed until the City can
consult with the Water and Sewer Commission. Councilmember Susan Hill
Smith added that she attended the same meeting of the Water and Sewer
Commission, and that the problem was not being ignored.
The reports of individual committees have been previously posted to the
City’s website, and are also available in the meeting materials for the city
council meeting. Detailed information is available by visiting IOP.net.
Mayor Carroll then turned to the City’s remaining action items being read
for the second time.
Ordinance 2019-11 passed unanimously. The measure restricts lot
coverage for new construction on IOP to 35%, a reduction from the previous
40%. It also requires that all driveways, pool surrounds, etc. be made of
pervious materials.
Ordinance 2019-12 allows for small unobtrusive movies/pictures etc. to
be made on IOP with only staff approval. However, just as the Mayor called
for a vote on the legislation Town Administrator Desiree Fragoso reminded
councilmembers the measure required a public hearing before being enacted
by a second reading. The measure was deferred until July’s city council
meeting, and the public hearing will be scheduled just prior to.
Ordinance 2019-13, a stronger version of the City’s plastic ban (e.g.
includes balloons) was approved unanimously and syncs IOP’s ordinance
with those of its neighboring islands.
Ordinance 2019-14 was read for the first time. The regulation requires all
dogs to have both a free written permit from the City and also a tag issued
by South Carolina certifying the animal free of rabies.
Council then adjourned to executive session for legal advice on a
settlement with discuss a prospective settlement with Jonathon Gandolfo.
Mayor Carroll told Island Eye News the matter of two oak trees (one of which
was a grand oak) being removed by the defendant wasn’t settled back in
December, 2019. Carroll wasn’t able to answer questions about the status
or nature of the settlement at the time.
Council reconvened after returning from executive session “without
taking any votes or making any decisions,” but with no further business to
conducted, the meeting was adjourned. The next regular meeting of the Isle
of Palms City Council will be Tuesday, July 23 at 6 p.m.
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Roadtrip continues from page 7
packs heavy with telescoping lenses and binoculars, they
sparred over birds’ names and checked off life lists. These
self-described bird nerds were having the time of their lives
in this paradise of birdland, which is home to 293 species.
Not for the first time in my travel adventure career, I also
found myself in a group fascinated by scat. They gingerly
picked apart balls of dung and postulated about the diet
and identity of the animals that had left these intriguing
souvenirs.
It was a well-paced itinerary with lots of walking. “Papa
Mo” made sure we were nourished for the adventure with
ample, healthy meals spiced up with a few spectacular
surprises. With a flourish, he hoisted in a huge platter with
an Instagram-worthy Lowcountry boil encircled by conch
shells. An evening’s boat ride became a happy hour with his
smoked trout and buffalo chicken dips laid out on the center
console. He even made a flaming dessert! Throughout it
all he was a jovial cheerleader, inspiring dozens of effusive
comments in the guest book and grateful hugs upon
departure.
This trip is the epitome of a close-by adventure for those
of us near Charleston. It’s only three miles off our coast,
departing from Moore’s Landing in Awendaw. Bulls Island
is the largest of four barrier islands within the Cape Romain
National Wildlife Refuge which itself is one of over 500
refuges in the National Wildlife Refuge System. The system’s
mission is to manage lands and waters specifically for
wildlife. Bull’s Island’s habitat supports deer, otters, bobcats,
black fox squirrels and the largest population of alligators
outside of the Everglades. Protecting this environment gives
visitors like us the opportunity to live the words of William
Wordsworth that are posted on the lodge’s wall: “Come forth
into the light of things, let nature be your teacher.”
Roadtrips Charleston highlights interesting destinations
within a few hour’s drive of Charleston, SC as well as more
far flung locales. Carol Antman’s wanderlust is driven by a
passion for outdoor adventure, artistic experiences, cultural
insights and challenging travel. For hot links, photographs
and previous columns or to make comments please visit
PeaksAndPotholes.blogspot.com.
 FROM SiP MAGAZINE 2018, VOLUME 4
Our Lucky Dog ... Goes Viral
A fixture on Sullivan’s Island and the namesake behind the islands’ newspaper company,
Brooklyn is one Lucky Dog. Rescued from a life in the dogfighting ring, Brooklyn is a
14 year-old Pit Bull mix and the constant companion of Lynn Pierotti, publisher of SiP
Magazine and Island Eye Newspaper. In March 2018 this photo was featured by National
Geographic on its instagram feed as part of Sullivan’s Island photographer Vincent J. Musi’s
#yearofthedog project. Brooklyn’s image received over 440,000 likes (and counting).

The Luckiest Dog

Brooklyn Pierotti
2004 - June 28, 2019
 Coffee with a Cop

Coffee with a cop featured new Chief of Police Cornett center.

C
offee with
a Cop was
held at
Cafe Paname on
the Isle of Palms
Tuesday, June
25. About 50
people turned
out to meet New
Police Chief
Kevin Cornett
from 8 to 10am.
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TURTLE TEAM
Directions for
laying a nest
BY MARY PRINGLE
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

I
f you are a sea turtle, most of the things you do are not
taught to you but come naturally with instinct helping
you out constantly. But just in case you need some
pointers, here is a list for you to follow:
1. Stick your head up from the surf and check out the
beach. Be very sure to look for a dark beach without lights
shining from houses. If you see lights, go somewhere else
and try again. Be very careful!
2. Look for a beach that is not eroded by storms or high
surf. A nest laid at the foot of a steep, scarped dune can
easily be flooded. Try to find a beach that is not too wide
and flat or you will have to crawl forever to find an elevated
dune. Don’t nest too close to Breach or Dewees Inlet or
your hatchlings could be swept behind the island on an
incoming tide. It’s easier to lay a nest at high tide but any
time will do. A full moon is not necessary either. Just be
sure it is dark so you won’t be seen on the beach.
3. You might want to find the beach where you were
hatched, but this is not mandatory, the same general area
of the coast is fine if you prefer Folly or Dewees Island or
even Seabrook or Edisto. From ongoing genetics research,
now in its 10th year, we know some of you have been found
to be nesting every two weeks during a summer, laying
eggs in locations many miles apart. But others are faithful
to your natal beach, laying 4-6 nests there and nowhere
else.
4. In choosing a nest site, crawl above the spring tide
line and find a place that is not too high on the dune where
the sun will be hot. Try not to destroy the sea oats and
dune grasses. This is against the law!
5. Once you’ve found a good spot, dig a “body pit” with
all four flippers to lower your profile on the beach when
you lay your eggs. With your rear flippers, dig alternately
until you’ve carved out an inverted light bulb shaped cavity
almost two feet deep. Female sea turtle returning to the ocean after laying her eggs. PHOTOS BY BARBARA BERGWERF
6. Drop the eggs, two or three at a time into the egg
chamber until you are finished. Don’t worry, they are like NESTING SEASON PROJECTION
soft, leathery ping pong balls and should not break when According to Sally Murphy who was the first SCDNR
they fall against each other. You will probably have well Coordinator for Sea Turtles and is now retired and living
over 100 of them each time. in Sheldon, SC, the summer solstice on June 20 is usually
7. Carefully fill the hole using your rear flippers. Pack the the mid-point of the nesting season. She compared this
sand down and crawl around, throwing sand everywhere this year to 2016, which was our last big year for nesting
with your long front flippers. No one except the Turtle when 60% of nests were laid in May and June. Using this
Team will ever be able to find the eggs if you disguise the formula, it appears that the Turtle Team could get about
nest well enough. But don’t worry, they will move the nest 60 nests in 2019 and South Carolina could have about
to a safe spot if you don’t follow these rules. 7,300 nests.
8. Turn around and head back down the beach. I know Mary Pringle has been the Project Leader for the Isle of
you are tired after all this, but your job is done. Go back Palms/Sullivan’s Island Turtle Team since 2000. It is one
into the ocean, rest up, and wait two more weeks, then of about thirty nest protection projects under the South
repeat steps 1-7. Carolina Department of Natural Resources. She is also on
This article of advice was printed a few years ago, but the Sea Turtle Stranding and Salvage Network.
since some of our nesting females didn’t seem to get the
memo, it is being done again. A female sea turtle drops eggs into her nest.

www.islandeyenews.com
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416-5020
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2063 Middle St,Sullivan’s Island
Papi’s Taqueria
Best tacos on in IOP locally sourced and
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Located on the beautiful shores of the
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1012 Ocean Blvd
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843.926.PAPI (7274)
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Famous for their gourmet burgers and
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Enjoy morning coffee with fresh
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1517 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms
Saltworks Dockside Deli
Located inside the Isle of Palms Marina
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50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms
Seabiscuit Cafe
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21 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
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July 5, 2019
21ST ANNUAL HALF RUBBER TOURNAMENT
Saturday, Aug. 17
Register by Friday, Aug. 9.
$25 per person, team entry only (3 or 4 person teams)
Captain Meeting: Aug. 17 at 7:30 a.m.
Games Begin at 8 a.m.
off-island eats
Bacco
Regional Italian restaurant featuring
fresh pastas, fior di latte mozzarella and
Neapolitan style pizzas from the wood
burning oven. $$$
843.884.6969
baccocharleston.com
976 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt. Pleasant
Bistro Toulouse
Parisian-style nook serving seasonal,
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Indian cafe and coffee shop dedicated to
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Breakfast/Lunch 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Isle of Palms National Night Out
Tuesday, Aug. 6
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Safety Event: National Night Out is an opportunity for the community and
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Pickle Ball at the Rec
Beginner Lessons
Aug. 6-27
Tuesdays morning 10:45 a.m.–12:05 p.m.
Tuesday evenings 7–8 p.m.
$80 residents/ $105 non-residents
Intermediate Lessons
Aug. 8–29
Thursday morning 10:45 a.m.–12:05 p.m.
Thursday evenings from 7-8 p.m.
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Instructor: Geri D ‘Italia
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Non Residents: July 29 – Aug.16
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Must be 3 years old by September 1, 2019
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 July 5
ONGOING
WHAT: Black Refractions:
Highlights from The Studio
Museum in Harlem
WHERE: Gibbes Museum of Art
WHEN: May 24-Aug. 18
MORE INFO: The only Southern
venue selected to host the first
traveling exhibition highlighting
the full breadth of The Studio
Museum in Harlem’s permanent
collection. Exhibition includes
works by Jacob Lawrence,
Romare Bearden, David
Hammons, Fred Wilson, Kerry
James Marshall, Titus Kaphar,
Kehinde Wiley and Lorna
Simpson. Black Refractions is a
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
to share these incredible works
of art with the Charleston
community. For information visit
GibbesMuseum.org.
WHAT: Beachfront Lights Out
WHERE: all seaward, beachfront
properties
WHEN: 9 p.m.- 8 a.m.
MORE INFO: US Fish and
Wildlife Service discourages the
use of outdoor lights when not
required, in order to protect
nesting sea turtles. When on the
beach at dark, use red filters on
flashlights. Artificial light such
as flashlights without filters
and flashlights on phones are
prohibited on the beach at night.
WHAT: Live Music at Wild
Dunes
WHERE: Wild Dunes Resort
WHEN: 7-10 p.m.
MORE INFO: Enjoy live
entertainment daily at Wild
Dunes Resort. Tuesday-Friday,
7-10 p.m. and Saturday &
Sunday, 1-4 p.m. outside at the
beachfront Grand Pavilion area.
Visit DestinationHotels.com/wild-
dunes/events for full schedule.
Mondays
WHAT: Memoir Writing Circle
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Come and share
your stories. 843.883.3914.
Tuesdays
WHAT: Family Nights
WHERE: Wild Dunes Resort
Village Plaza
WHEN: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Face painting
and tasty specials at Billy G's
Smokehouse, local live music, big
backyard games and bingo, and
browse local vendors. For info
visit DestinationHotels.com/wild-
dunes/things-to-do.
WHAT: Toddler Storytime
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Enjoy picture
books, flannel board fun, sing-a-
longs, poetry and activities that
encourage language skills. (Ages
2-3 with adult) 843.883.3914.
Wednesdays
WHAT: Toddler Days
WHERE: Charleston Museum,
360 Meeting St.
WHEN: 10-11 a.m.
MORE INFO: Toddler Day classes
are designed for toddlers (18
months – 3 years) and a parent,
grandparent, or friend to play
and explore in The Charleston
Museum. With a focus on
developing fine motor skills,
each program includes four craft
projects as well as finger paints,
a puppet stage, a sandbox,
and more. $6 Members/$9
Non-Members. To register visit
CharlestonMuseum.org.
Thursdays
WHAT: Mah Jongg Nights
(adults)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
WHEN: 5:30-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Learn to play the
fun and fast-paced game of
American Mah Jongg. Beginners
welcome. 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Jazz Night
WHERE: The Refuge, IOP
WHEN: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: The Todd Beals Trio
Is l a nd E y e C a l e nda r
hosts jazz every Thursday night.
Traditional swing tunes, ballads
and bossa novas. Singers & horn
players welcome. For info visit
CharlestonJazz.com.
Fridays
WHAT: Board Game Afternoon
(family)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 2-4 p.m.
MORE INFO: Come play with
our games or bring your own.
843.883.3914.
Friday, July 5
WHAT: The Blue Dogs
WHERE: The Windjammer, 1008
Ocean Blvd. Isle of Palms
WHEN: 7pm
MORE INFO: Outdoor concert on
the beach.
Saturday, July 6
WHAT: SCDNR Boat Inspections
WHERE: Remleys Point Landing -
Wando River and Wappoo Cut
WHEN: 10 a.m.-noon
MORE INFO: South Carolina
Department of Natural Resources
Law Division will be holding
courtesy boat inspections at
public boat landings across the
state. Those not in compliance
with safety regulations or
registration requirements will
not be ticketed during the
complimentary inspections.
WHAT: Stories by Sunset
WHERE: Wild Dunes Resort,
Grand Pavilion, Isle of Palms
WHEN: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Free book signing
event with Mary Alice Monroe.
Copies of her new bestseller, The
Summer Guests will be available
for purchase.
Sunday, July 7
WHAT: SCDNR Boat Inspections
WHERE: Garris Landing (Moores)
ICW Awendaw
WHEN: 10 a.m.-noon
MORE INFO: South Carolina
Department of Natural Resources
Law Division will be holding
courtesy boat inspections at
public boat landings across the
state. Those not in compliance
with safety regulations or
registration requirements will
not be ticketed during the
complimentary inspections.
Wednesday, July 10
WHAT: Life Planning and Goal
Setting Workshop
WHERE: The Island Club, 1451
Hennessy Street Sullivan’s Island
WHEN: 5-7 p.m.
MORE INFO: Your kids, ages 18-
30 are cordially invited to attend
life planning and goal setting
workshop with Bobby Cummings.
Friday, July 13
WHAT: Shaggin’ on the Cooper
WHERE: Mount Pleasant Pier
next to Memorial Waterfront Park
WHEN: 8 p.m. Gates open 7 p.m.
MORE INFO: Advance tickets for
sale on site for $10.
WHAT: Fish Fry
WHERE: VFW Post on IOP
WHEN: 6 p.m.
MORE INFO: Fish, cole slaw,
hushpuppies, tater tots,
homemade baked beans $10.
Tuesday July 16
WHAT: Team Trivia
WHERE: Home Team BBQ
Sullivan’s Island
WHEN: 8pm
MORE INFO: FREE!
Friday, July 19
WHAT: Reggae Nights
WHERE: James Island County
WHEN: 8 p.m. Gates open 7:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Summer concert
series is open to all ages.
Attendees are encouraged to bring
a chair or blanket to sit on. Food
is available on site. Crafters and
vendors will also be on site with
souvenirs available for purchase.
Admission is $10 at the door.
Rain or shine.
WHAT: Kevin Maq and the
Homies
WHERE: Windjammer 1008
Ocean Blvd. Isle of Palms
WHEN: 9:30pm
MORE INFO: Tickets are $10 at
the door.
Tuesday July 23
WHAT: Chris Tidestrom music
WHERE: Coconut Joe’s 1120
Ocean Blvd. Isle of Palms
WHEN: 6pm-9:30pm
MORE INFO: Solo acoustic
August 2
guitarist and singer playing tunes
from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.
Saturday, July 27
WHAT: Isle of Palms Beach Run
WHERE: Windjammer, 1008
Ocean Blvd. Isle of Palms
WHEN: 8 a.m. - 10K run 5K run/
walk, 9 a.m. Youth Fun Run
MORE INFO: All events are held
entirely on the flat, hard-packed
beach (near low tide).
Friday, August 2
WHAT: Tax free weekend
WHERE: Everywhere school
essentials are sold
WHEN: Aug. 2-4
MORE INFO: During the annual
sales tax holiday, back to school
items are exempt from sales
tax and any applicable local
taxes. Tax free items range from
clothing, accessories and shoes,
to school supplies, backpacks and
computers.
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FINANCIAL FOCUS
Smart financial moves for every stage of life
BY EDWARD JONES FINANCIAL
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

R
egardless of what stage of of an extended stay in a nursing
life you're in, you must make home.
financial and investment In your 60s, 70s … and
decisions that will be with you for
the remainder of your years. But beyond: Once you’re in this
the moves you make when you’re age range, chances are pretty
just starting out in your career good that you’ll either retire
may be quite different from when soon or are already retired.
you’re retired. So, let’s look at (Although, of course, you may
some of these moves, stretched well want to work part-time or
out across your lifetime. do some consulting.) However,
you certainly haven’t “retired”
In your 20s and 30s: During the need to make financial and
this period, you should strive investment decisions, because
to place yourself on a sound you’ll have plenty, including
financial footing by taking steps these: When should I take Social
such as reducing, and hopefully Security? Will my investment
eliminating, your student loans portfolio provide me with enough
and embarking on saving for income to help keep me ahead of
retirement through investments inflation? How much can I afford
such as a 401(k) and IRA. You to withdraw each year from my
also might buy a home, which retirement accounts without
offers some financial benefits, but outliving my resources? Again, a
be careful not to become “house poor” by devoting too much of your financial professional can help you deal with these and other issues.
monthly income to mortgage payments. If you have young children, Also, if you haven’t done so, now is the time to draw up your estate
you might also want to start saving for college, possibly through a plans, so you can leave the type of legacy you desire – one that provides
529 plan, which offers tax benefits, high contribution limits and the for the next generation (or two) and the charitable organizations you
ability to switch beneficiaries, as needed. And if you do have a family, support. You’ll need to work with a legal professional to create estate
you’ll certainly need to maintain adequate life insurance. planning documents and arrangements appropriate for your needs.
Also, since you’re at the early stages of your working life, you You will spend a lifetime making financial and investment decisions
should chart a long-term financial and investment strategy with the – so put in the time and effort, and get the help you need, to make the
help of a financial professional. Your strategy should encompass your best decisions you can.
important goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. And you’ll want to
revisit your strategy regularly to accommodate changes in your life This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local
and financial situation. Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Dimi Matouchev is a financial advisor
In your 40s and 50s: These are the years in which your career with Edward Jones, located at 1517-C Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms.
advances, leading to bigger salaries. The more you earn, the more you For more information, call 843.886.9229 or visit edwardjones.com.
should be putting away in your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored
retirement plan, along with your IRA. During the middle-to-end of
this particular period, you might finish helping pay for your child’s
higher education – which should free up even more money to put
away for retirement. You also may want to consider long-term care
insurance, which can help protect you against the devastating costs

Breac h Inlet Tide Char t

Date High Tide Low Tide
Jul 5 10:47am/11:07pm 4:35am/4:40pm
Jul 6 11:45am 5:26am/5:36pm
Jul 7 12:01am/12:44pm 6:18am/6:35pm
Jul 8 12:56am/1:44pm 7:12am/7:37pm
Jul 9 1:52am/2:44pm 8:07am/8:40pm
Jul 10 9:02am/9:43pm 9:02am/9:43pm
Jul 11 3:46am/4:41pm 9:58am/10:44pm
Jul 12 4:42am/5:36pm 10:52am/11:41pm
Jul 13 5:36am/6:27pm 11:44am
Jul 14 6:29am/7:16pm 12:34am/12:34pm
Jul 15 7:18am/8:02pm 1:24am/1:21pm
Jul 16 8:05am/8:45pm 2:10am/2:06pm
Jul 17 8:50am/9:26pm 2:53am/2:48pm
Jul 18 9:33am/10:05pm 3:34am/3:29pm

Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in the predictions. Tidal

current direction changes and tide time predictions can be very
different. Tide predictions are PREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so
use common sense.
Source: www.saltwatertides.com
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