Seconds count when a fire occurs, which makes fire prevention key in saving lives and property. Isle of Palms Fire and Rescue provides essential safety tips for the island community. Due to synthetic materials in modern homes, fires spread faster than ever before. It’s important for residents to have working smoke alarms, a fire escape plan and a safe meeting place … [Read more...] about Fire Safety Tips and Cautionary Advice for Residents
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Emergency Ordinance Permits Erosion Control With OCRM Approval
While one Isle of Palms resident is facing potential penalties for building an illegal erosion control device on his property, other island residents still have time to build permanent devices on their properties. In February, the Isle of Palms City Council voted 7-2 to allow such leeway for owners of beachfront properties located between 100 and 914 Ocean Blvd. Residents in … [Read more...] about Emergency Ordinance Permits Erosion Control With OCRM Approval
Court to Determine Fate of IOP Property Owner’s ‘Retention Wall’
On the western side of Ocean Boulevard on Isle of Palms, the presence of an erosion control structure on the beach is shaping up into a long legal battle. The structure sits on private property, but its construction was unauthorized by any state regulating authority and is believed to be a violation of local and state laws. The question remains as to whether the structure will … [Read more...] about Court to Determine Fate of IOP Property Owner’s ‘Retention Wall’
IOP Hires Parking Service, Frees Up Police For Higher-priority Calls
This summer, Isle of Palms police officers will have more time to patrol the beach for longer periods. As of March 1, the city began a partnership with PCI Municipal Services to manage the city’s parking plan. The partnership is intended to not only keep island parking from becoming a bigger problem, but for the police to focus their attention on other more pressing issues. … [Read more...] about IOP Hires Parking Service, Frees Up Police For Higher-priority Calls
IOP Couple Qualifies for Club Crew World Championships in Italy
Isle of Palms husband and wife Billy and Lisa Lempesis are native Charlestonians who are no stranger to water sports. The duo is part of the Charleston Paddle Club’s Firebreathers Dragon Boat Team that has qualified for the prestigious Club Crew World Championships in Ravenna, Italy, this September. “It’s a really big honor,” said Billy, who founded the Charleston Paddle … [Read more...] about IOP Couple Qualifies for Club Crew World Championships in Italy
