Isle of Palms Magazine Winter 2016-17

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T he following people also
ranked high on our list after lengthy
deliberation among editors, writers
and some island residents, and we felt
they should be recognized. It is not
possible to appropriately summarize
those who influence a city like Isle of
Palms in just 10 short profiles. Even doubling the list only
reveals the tip of the iceberg. The reality is that every day,
in government meetings and community gatherings, every
idea and every action of those who live here or wish they
lived here has in some way shaped the island to be what it
is today. We encourage you to be part of the inspiration for
a positive future.
Walter “Buck” chapman Jr.: A plumbing contrac-
tor, Chapman became the first mayor when the city of Isle of
Palms was incorporated in 1953 following a 121-68 vote.
By Anne Toole
High
on the List
More of IoP ’s Most InfluentIal PeoPle