Surfside Beach public meetings in 2025

Pier Committee

The Pier Committee will discuss updates on the pier and a referral from the Town Council to research the fishing pass and total cost of the Surfside Beach fishing pier. It will also review follow‑up items such as town store window quotes, swing installation, way‑finding signage on Hwy 17, a pier plaque program, and special event seating plans for the Town Council. No items are scheduled for a vote at this meeting.

• Referral from Town Council to research fishing pass cost for Surfside Beach Pier
• Town Store Window Options/Quotes
• Swing Installation
• Highway 17 Way‑finding Signage
• Pier Plaque Program

Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee

The Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee will review transportation and senior program updates, share special event plans, and consider ideas and priorities for 2026. The meeting also includes announcements of December events and a public comment period.

• Transportation update
• Adopt a Senior program update
• Special events: pot‑luck lunches, birthday celebrations, trips
• Directors' updates and needs
• December events: Alabama Theater (Dec 3), Christmas Party/Potluck (Dec 17), Center closed Dec 25–Jan 2

The Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the October 19, 2025 meeting after a motion by Tori Reed and a second by Tina Carlson. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting featured discussions on membership, transportation, program updates, and upcoming events. The next meeting is scheduled for Friday, January 16, 2026 at 12:30 PM.

• Approved October 19, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Tori Reed, seconded by Tina Carlson)

Community Garden Committee

The Surfside Beach Community Garden Committee will review updates on garden plot vacancies, assignments, and the waitlist. They will also report on the newsletter's progress and the status of committee applications. New business includes gathering input for the January newsletter and confirming the date of the next meeting.

• Garden plot update: vacancies, assignments, waitlist
• Newsletter progress report
• Committee application status update
• Input for the January Surfside Beach newsletter
• Confirm next meeting date

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Three open garden plots were assigned to the first three people on the waiting list, and the secretary will notify the four individuals. The meeting was adjourned at 5:34 p.m.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes of Nov 24, 2025 meeting approved (unanimous)
• Three garden plots assigned to first three on waiting list; notification to be sent
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Business Committee

The Business Committee will meet to review identity theft risk management and cyber intrusion protection options. The body will also recognize new business licenses and upcoming ribbon cuttings.

• Presentation by Michael McGraw on business identity theft and cyber intrusion mitigation
• Ribbon cutting for CB Seacoast Advantage on February 3, 2026
• New business license for Guru Auto Diagnostics LLC at 620 Hwy 17 S B
• New business license for Daddios Ice Cream at 818 Surfside Dr

The Business Committee approved the minutes from the November meeting. A presentation on identity‑theft risk management for businesses was given by Michael McGraw. The committee announced a ribbon‑cutting ceremony for CB Seacoast Advantage on February 3, 2026. Two new business licenses were recorded: Guru Auto Diagnostics LLC and Daddios Ice Cream.

• Approved November meeting minutes (no vote tally provided)
• Announced ribbon cutting for CB Seacoast Advantage on Feb 3, 2026
• Recorded new business license for Guru Auto Diagnostics LLC
• Recorded new business license for Daddios Ice Cream

Town Council

The Town Council will receive a draft financial audit and a comprehensive plan review. Members are scheduled to discuss pier fishing pricing and a kiosk application for Make America Juiced Again, LLC.

• Presentation of the draft financial audit by Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co, P.A.
• Kiosk application approval for Make America Juiced Again, LLC
• Pier Committee review of pier fishing pricing
• Resolution 25-201 regarding workplace safety
• Executive session to discuss Sandy Lane property and Huckabee Proposals

The Surfside Beach Town Council voted to authorize speed humps on 15th Avenue South, approved a new Make America Juice Again kiosk, and accepted several RFPs for local projects. It also approved a conditional pay increase for the PBZ director, appointed liaison officers, and tasked the Pier Committee to review fishing pass rates.

• Approved speed humps on 15th Ave South (all voted in favor)
• Approved Make America Juice Again kiosk application (all voted in favor)
• Approved use‑agreement RFP for Huckabee Park with D65 Next Level (all voted in favor)
• Approved PBZ director’s pay increase contingent on telework proposal (majority in favor; Stamey voted against)
• Approved acceptance of RFP from DSI Automotive for Sandy Lane property (majority in favor; Hiatt voted against)
• Appointed liaison assignments: Tax – Rick Lawhorn; Zoning Appeals – Harry Kohlmann; Business – Rick Lawhorn; Community Garden – Skip Walls; Construction Board of Appeals – Chris Stamey; Historical Society – John Hiatt; Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful – Harry Kohlmann; Parking – Skip Walls; Pier – Shawn Fallon; Planning – John Hiatt; Senior – Shawn Fallon; Stormwater – Chris Stamey
• Tasked Pier Committee to review pier fishing pass rates and explore resident discount (all voted in favor)
• Appointed four committee members: Karlene Barton (Historical Society), Simon B Phillips (Stormwater), Lynn M Pack (Senior Center Advisory), Bill Kinken (Parking) (all voted in favor)

Town Council

The Surfside Beach Town Council will conduct a workshop meeting on December 4, 2025. The agenda includes a training session for newly elected officials presented by Charlie Barrineau from MASC. The meeting also provides a brief period for public comments before adjournment.

• Newly elected officials training – Charlie Barrineau (MASC)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a draft proposal for a new Tree Preservation Ordinance to either amend or abolish existing Chapter 17 sections. The body will also discuss potential amendments to the Article IX Design Overlay and compliance with state law regarding the Capital Investment Program.

• Draft proposal for a new Tree Preservation Ordinance (Chapter 17, Sections 17-700 to 17-750)
• Discussion of proposed amendments to Article IX Design Overlay
• Review of recommendations to amend Chapter 2 regarding Capital Investment Program state law compliance

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the October 7, 2025 minutes. A motion to discuss the Tree Preservation and Landscape Ordinance was approved but then tabled until the director provides an updated draft. The chair directed that the prior “one percent” capital‑investment recommendation be placed on the next agenda for retraction. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (voice vote ayes)
• Motion to discuss Tree Preservation Ordinance approved, then tabled
• Chair directed placement of business item to retract prior one‑percent recommendation
• Motion to adjourn passed

Community Garden Committee

The Surfside Beach Community Garden Committee will meet on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 5 p.m. at the Dick M. Johnson Civic Center. The meeting will approve the October 27, 2025 minutes, receive public comments, and discuss several garden‑related items. Topics include a garden shed repair update, the status of garden plot vacancies, applications and the waitlist, and confirming the date for the December committee meeting. The committee will also remind gardeners of the December 1 deadline to confirm participation in 2026.

• Approve October 27, 2025 Community Garden Committee minutes
• Discuss garden shed repair update
• Review garden plot vacancies, applications, and waitlist
• Confirm December committee meeting date
• Reminder to gardeners about December 1 deadline to confirm 2026 participation

The Surfside Beach Community Garden Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the October 27 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee decided to wait on assigning any vacant garden plots until after further discussion at the next meeting. A follow‑up email will be sent to non‑responding gardeners and the next meeting is set for December 15.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes of Oct 27 approved (unanimous)
• Postponed awarding vacant garden plots until further discussion
• Follow‑up email to non‑responding gardeners to be sent this week
• Next Garden Committee meeting scheduled for Dec 15
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee will approve the minutes from its October 17, 2025 meeting. The committee will also discuss recaps of recent activities such as the South Strand Senior Center, Stockings from Heaven, Beachfront Blessings, Beach Sweep, and the Halloween Golf Cart Parade. Additional discussion will cover upcoming holiday events including the Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 4, the Christmas Parade on Dec. 13, and related December activities. No business items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of the minutes from October 17, 2025 meeting
• Recap of South Strand Senior Center
• Recap of Stockings from Heaven
• Recap of Beach Sweep
• Discussion of Christmas Tree Lighting (Dec. 4)

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 17, 2025 meeting. The committee then unanimously moved to adjourn, ending the session at 10 a.m.

• Approved minutes from October 17, 2025 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 10 AM (all in favor)

Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee

The Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee will approve October meeting minutes and discuss updates for potluck business sponsors, Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful, and the Adopt a Senior program. The group will also review the monthly meeting schedule and upcoming center events.

• Approval of October 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of potluck business sponsors and monthly birthday breakfast
• Update on Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Christmas decorating
• Review of Adopt a Senior program
• Discussion of December meeting schedule and upcoming events

Business Committee

The Business Committee will meet with Town Planner Mark Brodeur to discuss current issues. The body intends to finalize a proposal for Town Council to change the ordinance regarding outside plantings at commercial locations.

• Proposal to change commercial outside planting ordinance
• Meeting with Town Planner Mark Brodeur
• Review of new businesses including Earthy Meds at 812 Poplar Dr S Unit 8
• Review of new businesses including Bin Empire LLC at 1111 Hwy 17 Business S
• Review of new businesses including The Whistling Duck at 11 Ocean Blvd S

The committee approved the minutes from the October meeting. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Approved October meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a regular meeting to inaugurate three council members and elect a Mayor Pro Tempore. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a proclamation for Arbor Day.

• Inauguration of Town Council members John Hiatt, Rick Lawhorn, and Chris Stamey
• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
• Approval of October 28 and October 30, 2025, meeting minutes
• Proclamation 25-148 regarding Arbor Day

The council moved agenda item 3 to the Correspondence section and approved the minutes from the October 28 and October 30 meetings, each with unanimous support. Skip Walls was elected Mayor Pro Tempore after a 3‑2 vote in his favor. The meeting was adjourned at 6:43 PM with unanimous consent.

• Moved agenda item 3 to Correspondence (unanimous)
• Approved October 28 and October 30 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Skip Walls as Mayor Pro Tempore (3-2)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:43 PM (unanimous)

Town Council

The Surfside Beach Town Council will administer oaths of office to the Police Chief and two officers. The agenda notes that a quorum may be present, but no council business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Oath of office for Police Chief William Mickle
• Oath of office for Officer Joseph Duckworth
• Oath of office for Officer Christopher Stampone

Surfside Beach Historical Society

The Surfside Beach Historical Society will meet to review its committee mission and the 2025/2026 calendar. The committee will discuss stories for preservation and seek volunteers for Secretary, Treasurer, and Historian positions.

• Introduction of 2025/2026 Committee Calendar
• Request for volunteers for Secretary, Treasurer, and Historian roles
• Discussion of budget summary and marketing plans
• Search for sponsors for a culture and heritage event

The board reviewed the annual look book concept, proposing a page for residents to share photos of Surfside. Members also asked for the historical society’s email address to be made available. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Town Council

The Surfside Beach Town Council will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation from Creech and Associates and discuss the police chief's recommendation in an executive session.

• Presentation by Creech and Associates
• Executive session to discuss police chief recommendation
• Meeting held via video conference

The council unanimously approved the Creech and Associates design plan and authorized it to proceed. Councilmembers also voted to suspend the two‑speaking‑turns rule. They entered an executive session, appointed Captain Mickle as Police Chief, then resumed the regular meeting and adjourned. All motions were carried with unanimous support.

• Approved Creech and Associates building plan to proceed (unanimous)
• Suspended two speaking turns rule (unanimous)
• Closed regular session and entered Executive Session at 1:47 PM (unanimous)
• Closed Executive Session and resumed regular meeting at 2:01 PM (unanimous)
• Appointed Captain Mickle as Police Chief (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:11 PM (unanimous)

Town Council

The Surfside Beach Town Council will meet to discuss a second reading of an ordinance regarding town administration. The council will also review a mutual aid agreement for traffic enforcement with the 15th Judicial Circuit.

• Second reading of Ordinance 25-0991 to amend Chapter 2, Administration of the Town of Surfside Beach
• 15th Judicial Circuit Traffic Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement 2025-2027

The council accepted the minutes from the October 14 and October 16 meetings. It approved the second reading of Ordinance 25-0991, amending sections of Chapter 2, with a 5‑2 vote. The council also adopted the 15th Judicial Circuit Traffic Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:58 PM.

• Approved minutes for Oct. 14 and Oct. 16 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 25-0991, 5‑2 vote
• Approved 15th Judicial Circuit Traffic Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:58 PM (unanimous)

Community Garden Committee

The Surfside Beach Community Garden Committee will approve the September 21, 2025 meeting minutes and review several old‑business items, including a public works response, an application edit, garden shed repairs, and a recent presentation to the Socastee Garden Club. New business includes a discussion of garden plot vacancies and standardized notification procedures, planning the next newsletter with a holiday greeting, reviewing the committee application process, and confirming meeting dates for November 24 and December 29. Public comments are limited to agenda items with a five‑minute per speaker limit.

• Approval of September 21, 2025 Community Garden Committee minutes
• Discussion of garden shed repair/update
• Garden plot vacancy update and standardized notification procedures for new gardeners
• Planning of next newsletter that will include a holiday greeting
• Scheduling of November 24 and December 29 committee meetings

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 21 meeting. It decided to remove the first person on the waitlist after three contact attempts and to email gardeners in early November to confirm participation for the 2026 season, with unfilled plots offered to the waitlist after December 1. The group also approved preparing a holiday newsletter, adding a request for new committee member applications to the email, and scheduled the next meeting for November 24. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Agenda approved (motion carried, unanimous)
• September 21 minutes approved (motion carried, unanimous)
• First waitlist applicant removed after three contact attempts (action)
• Early November email to confirm 2026 gardeners; offer plots after Dec 1 if no response (action)
• Prepare holiday newsletter with event photos and DPW info (action)
• Include request for new committee member applications in next gardener email (action)
• Next Garden Committee meeting scheduled for Nov 24, 2025 (action)
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried, unanimous)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee will discuss the Senior Center and the "Stockings from Heaven" program for Ladies in the Woods. It will also review recent fundraising and event recaps. The meeting includes announcements of upcoming community events such as the Beach Sweep, Halloween Golf Cart Parade, and several holiday celebrations.

• Senior Center (Business Item)
• Stockings from Heaven – (For Ladies in the Woods) (Business Item)
• Beach Sweep – Saturday - 10/18/2025 (Discussion Item)
• Halloween Golf Cart Parade – Saturday – 10/25/2025 (Discussion Item)
• Christmas Tree Lighting – Thursday - 12/4/2025 (Discussion Item)

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee unanimously approved a motion to participate in Meals on Wheels delivery, providing 6‑8 bags of food with delivery set for December 17 or 18. The committee also approved purchasing 20 Christmas stockings to be completed by December 10, and ratified the minutes from the September 19, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Minutes from Sept. 19, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved participation in Meals on Wheels delivery (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 20 Christmas stockings (unanimous)
• Approved pledge of allegiance and related motions (unanimous)

Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates on senior meal plans, transportation, and parking lot paving. Members will also discuss sponsors for birthday breakfasts and upcoming community events.

• Update on Adopt a Senior Meal Plan
• Update on Transportation Letter
• Update on Parking Lot Paving
• Planning for November 14 Health, Wellness, and Anti-aging Fair at Surfside Firehouse
• Coordination of October 22 Senior Field Trip to Conway

The committee voted to approve the August 22, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Chairperson Marian DeAngellis and a second by Jeanette Gibas. It was recorded that the September 19 meeting was cancelled and no meeting was held in September. The next regular meeting was set for November 21, 2025. Membership was reported as 38 seniors plus guests, with a 15‑person meal waitlist.

• Approved August 22, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Noted September 19, 2025 meeting cancelled (no meeting held)
• Scheduled next Senior Advisory Committee meeting for November 21, 2025

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a workshop to discuss several safety-related ordinances and contractor requirements. The session focuses on fire prevention, rental property safety, and the removal of damaged homes.

• Local requirements for Kitchen Exhaust Inspection Contractors
• Proposed ordinance for Single-Family Rental Home inspections
• Fire prevention violation fee schedule for life safety violations
• Use of a Compliance Engine for contractor and vendor reports
• Proposed ordinance for timely repair or removal of fire or storm-damaged homes

The Surfside Beach Town Council held a special meeting on October 16, 2025, discussing several fire‑safety topics such as kitchen exhaust inspections, short‑term rental home inspections, a violation‑fee schedule, a compliance reporting system, and an ordinance for damaged homes. No ordinances or actions were approved or denied during the meeting. The council then voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 4:00 PM.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (Stamey motion, Kinken second, all in favor)

Business Committee

The Business Committee will meet to determine the format and questions for an upcoming Candidates’ Forum. The meeting also notes several recent ribbon cuttings for local businesses.

• Discussion of format and questions for the Candidates’ Forum
• Ribbon cutting for The Forum at 1705 Hwy 17 Bus Frontage Rd
• Ribbon cutting for Bin Empire at 1111 Hwy 17 Bus
• Ribbon cutting for Surfside Smiles at 811 Fifth Ave N

The Surfside Beach Business Committee approved the September meeting minutes. The committee scheduled the candidates’ forum for October 23, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the Holiday Inn Resort and Hotel. No new business licenses were issued this month. Discussions were held about planting palm trees and a possible sidewalk/golf‑cart path on Hwy 17, but no actions were taken.

• Approved September meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Scheduled Candidates’ Forum for Oct 23, 2025, 5:30‑9:00 PM at Holiday Inn Resort and Hotel (no vote tally recorded)
• No new business licenses issued in October (no vote tally recorded)

Town Council

The Surfside Beach Town Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 25-0993 to update the business license class schedule as required by Act 176 of 2020. A first reading of Ordinance 25-0991 will be taken to amend certain sections of Chapter 2, Administration of the Town. The meeting will also include Parking Committee recommendations and an executive session to discuss legal advice related to the Surf Diner lease agreement.

• Second reading of Ordinance 25-0993 – amend Business License Ordinance class schedule
• First reading of Ordinance 25-0991 – amend sections of Chapter 2, Administration
• Parking Committee recommendations presented by Chairman Gary White
• Executive session to review legal advice on the Surf Diner lease agreement

The Town Council approved the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting. It accepted the second reading of Ordinance 25‑0993 to amend the business license ordinance, and also accepted the first reading of the same ordinance with a 5‑2 vote. The council rejected the parking committee’s recommendation for handicap stickers on golf carts. An executive session was held to discuss the Surf Diner lease, after which the council reconvened and adjourned.

• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 25‑0993 (all in favor)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 25‑0993 (5‑2)
• Rejected parking committee recommendation on handicap stickers (all against)
• Entered executive session on Surf Diner lease agreement (all in favor)
• Reentered regular session (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Parking Committee

The Surfside Beach Parking Committee will review 2024 and 2025 parking data comparisons. It will consider pricing and rate recommendations for 2026 parking lots and Chapter 9 pricing recommendations. The committee will discuss progress on handicap sticker recommendations and the status of 12 parking spots on the Surfside gravel lot.

• Review 2024 and 2025 parking data comparisons
• Review pricing/rate recommendations for 2026 parking lots
• Review Chapter 9 pricing recommendations
• Discuss progress on handicap stickers recommendation
• Discuss the 12 parking spots on Surfside gravel parking lot

The committee approved the July 14 minutes and rejected eliminating the 2‑hour parking limit at the pier. It approved a $75 price for weekly passes, added 16 employee spots in the gravel lot, raised non‑resident tag price to $250, and removed Section 9‑9 #E from Chapter 9. All other pricing categories remained unchanged and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approve July 14 minutes (6-0)
• Reject elimination of 2‑hour max parking at pier (2‑4)
• Approve no changes to class pricing (6-0)
• Raise weekly pass price to $75 (6-0)
• Allocate 16 employee spots in gravel lot, no price change (5-1)
• Increase non‑resident tag price to $250, keep 200 passes (6-0)
• Drop Chapter 9 section 9‑9 #E (6-0)
• Adjourn meeting (6-0)

Stormwater Committee

The Surfside Beach Stormwater Committee will discuss a pending proposal to review stormwater management plans for upcoming commercial developments along Highway 17, including the former Wild, Water and Wheels site, the Blue Whale Retail project, and a proposed Hampton Inn. The committee will also receive updates on the Chapter 18 tree ordinance, consider a name change for the committee, and examine a proposed code of ethics for local commissions, boards, and committees.

• Review of stormwater plans for new Highway 17 commercial property lots (Wild, Water and Wheels site, Blue Whale Retail, Hampton Inn) and retention requirements at Food Lion and Hamburger Joe’s
• Status update on the proposed Chapter 18 tree ordinance (meeting with Planning, Building & Zoning Director Mark Brodeur)
• Discussion of a possible name change for the Stormwater Committee
• Consideration of a proposed code of ethics for Surfside Beach commissions, boards, and committees
• Updates on the Waccamaw Watershed Academy volunteer water monitoring program and the Coastal Waccamaw Stormwater Education Consortium

The Stormwater Committee voted to temporarily table Item 6 (Code of Ethics) on the agenda. The minutes from the July 17 and September 12, 2025 meetings were each approved. The meeting was then adjourned. All votes were unanimous.

• Temporarily table Item 6, Code of Ethics – approved (all members voted in favor)
• Approve July 17, 2025 Stormwater Committee minutes – approved (all members voted in favor)
• Approve September 12, 2025 Stormwater Committee minutes – approved (all members voted in favor)
• Adjourn meeting – approved (all members voted in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider amendments to the powers and duties of the commission under Chapter 2. The body will also discuss proposed changes to the Chapter 17 Article IX Design Overlay of the town's zoning code.

• Review and recommended amendments to Chapter 2 Administration Section 2-81 regarding Planning Commission powers and duties
• Discussion of amendments to Chapter 17 Article IX Design Overlay of the Code of Ordinances

The commission adopted a new procedural rule requiring a formal signed resolution for all recommendations forwarded to the Town Council, rescheduled the November 8 meeting, and approved a special workshop to refine the Highway 17 Corridor Appearance Improvement Program, while deciding not to proceed with synthetic hedges without a physical sample and to exclude the C4 entertainment district. It also unanimously recommended amending Chapter 2 of the municipal code so a Capital Improvement Plan is required only if the town imposes impact fees, and agreed to study changes to the appeals process.

• Approved agenda and minutes from September 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted practice of passing a formal signed resolution for all recommendations to the Town Council
• Rescheduled the November 8 meeting
• Approved a special workshop to refine the Highway 17 design overlay ordinance
• Decided not to move forward on synthetic hedge idea without evaluating a physical sample
• Excluded the C4 entertainment district from the Highway 17 program
• Unanimously recommended amendment to Chapter 2 so a CIP is required only if impact fees are imposed
• Agreed to research and potentially change the appeals process

Pier Committee

The Surfside Beach Pier Committee will review updates on the pier, a public survey, and the pier's finances. It will consider options for blessing boards, parking lot rates, and several follow‑up projects such as a town‑store window quote and flagpole installation. The meeting includes a vote on a kiosk application titled “Make America Juiced Again.”

• Pier parking lot rates (fee discussion)
• Blessing board options for the pier
• Review of kiosk application – “Make America Juiced Again” (vote item)
• Town store window options/quotes
• Flagpole installation (two remaining)

Planning Commission

The Surfside Beach Planning Commission will review and recommend changes to the powers and duties of the commission under Chapter 2, Section 2‑81. It will also discuss proposed amendments to the Design Overlay provisions in Chapter 17, Article IX of the town’s zoning ordinance. Both items are scheduled as business and discussion agenda items.

• Review and recommend amendments to Chapter 2, Administration Division 2, Section 2‑81 (powers & duties of Planning Commission)
• Review amendments to Chapter 17, Article IX Design Overlay of the Code of Ordinances

Town Council

The Surfside Beach Town Council will hold its regular meeting and review several reports. Council members will discuss council compensation. The council will consider a second‑reading ordinance to sell the town‑owned property at 411 N. Oak Drive and a first‑reading ordinance to update the business license class schedule as required by Act 176 of 2020. A committee appointment for KSBB will also be addressed.

• Second Reading Ordinance 25-0992 – Proposed sale of town‑owned property (411 N. Oak Drive)
• First Reading Ordinance 25-0993 – Amend Business License Ordinance to update class schedule per Act 176 of 2020
• Discussion of council compensation
• Introduction of new police officer – Interim Chief Mickle
• Committee appointment – KSBB

The council voted 5‑2 to give the Mayor and council members a 20% raise. The council also approved the second reading of Ordinance 25‑0992 to sell town‑owned property at 411 N. Oak Drive (6‑1) and the first reading of Ordinance 25‑0993 to amend the business license schedule (unanimously). Additionally, Dianne Gaddy was appointed to the Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved 20% raise for Mayor and council (5‑2)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 25‑0992 to sell 411 N. Oak Drive (6‑1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 25‑0993 to amend business license schedule (unanimous)
• Appointed Dianne Gaddy to Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Community Garden Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting. It will consider a request to remove the word “annually” from the garden application and discuss ideas for a garden shed shelf. The agenda notes a rescheduled meeting with the Clemson Master Gardeners and includes updates on winter gardening and plot move requests. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Approve August 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consider request to delete “annually” from garden application
• Discuss shelf ideas for the garden shed
• Reschedule meeting with Clemson Master Gardeners to Sep 21, 2025 at 2 p.m.
• Review winter gardening updates and plot‑move requests

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting. They also approved moving a gardener from plot #1 to plot #14. The meeting was then adjourned and the next committee meeting was scheduled for October 27, 2025.

• Approved agenda (all voted)
• Approved minutes of Aug 25, 2025 meeting (all voted)
• Approved moving gardener from plot #1 to plot #14 (all voted for approval)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted for approval)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee will approve the minutes from the August 15 meeting, recognize the Yard of the Month, and discuss a series of community events and fundraising activities, including Beachfront Blessings, the 911 Stair Climb, and the statewide Beach Sweep.

• Yard of the Month selection
• Beachfront Blessings – ongoing fundraising discussion
• 911 Stair Climb event planning
• Beach Sweep – state‑wide clean‑up coordination
• Family Fall Festival planning

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee voted unanimously to cancel the 2025 Christmas Home Tour. The committee also moved its monthly meeting start time from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and approved several community activities, including a candidates meet‑and‑greet, stocking donations, and postponing senior‑center involvement.

• Added five addendums to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 8/15/2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Selected three homes for Yard of the Month (unanimous)
• Moved monthly meeting start time to 9:00 AM (6‑1)
• Postponed involvement with Senior Center Projects (unanimous)
• Approved filling Stockings from Heaven for Ladies of the Woods (unanimous)
• Approved hosting Town Council candidates meet‑and‑greet on Oct 7 at Farmer’s Market (unanimous)
• Canceled the 2025 Christmas Home Tour (unanimous)

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee will hold an open discussion with Director Brodeur about the proposed Chapter 18 Landscaping and Tree Protection and Preservation. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes public comment time and standard procedural items.

• Open discussion on Proposed Chapter 18 Landscaping and Tree Protection and Preservation

The committee met on September 12, 2025 to review the proposed Chapter 18 Landscaping and Tree Protection and Preservation ordinance. Members heard updates from Director Mark Brodeur and other staff about the ordinance development and next steps. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of discussion only.

Business Committee

The Business Committee will discuss a façade grant application for Beachfront Blessings and a proposed ordinance change regarding outside plantings at commercial locations. The committee will also meet with new Town Planner Mark Brodeur.

• Beachfront Blessings Façade Grant application
• Proposed ordinance change for outside plantings at commercial locations
• Meeting with Town Planner Mark Brodeur
• Ribbon cutting for Beachfront Blessings Communication Boards at Fuller Park

The committee approved the minutes from the July meeting. It also approved a facade grant for Beach Front Blessings DBA Low Tide Gaming. No vote counts were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved July meeting minutes (outcome: approved)
• Approved facade grant for Beach Front Blessings DBA Low Tide Gaming (outcome: approved)

Town Council

The Surfside Beach Town Council will meet to discuss the first reading of two ordinances and review a lease agreement. The body will also address a request for proposals for the Huckabee Complex.

• First reading of Ordinance 25-0992 regarding the proposed sale of town-owned property at 411 N. Oak Drive
• First reading of Ordinance 25-0991 regarding Chapter 2, Council Compensation
• Review of Surf Diner’s lease agreement
• Request for proposals for Huckabee Complex
• Proposal to rename E District

The Town Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 25-0992 to sell the town‑owned property at 411 N. Oak Drive (6‑1 vote). They also approved renaming the E District to "Surfside Beach Pier Village," authorized a request for proposals for Huckabee Field, and approved a contract‑attorney review of the Surf Diner lease (5‑2 vote). The Safe Kids/Pee Dee loan wall and the meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Safe Kids/Pee Dee loan wall (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 25-0992 to sell 411 N. Oak Drive (6-1)
• Approved renaming E District to Surfside Beach Pier Village (unanimous)
• Approved request for proposals for Huckabee Field operation and maintenance (unanimous)
• Authorized contract‑attorney review of Surf Diner lease (5-2)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pier Committee

The Pier Committee will discuss administrative updates and the 2025 public survey recap. Members will review various installation projects and seating plans for Town Council. The committee is scheduled to vote on a proposal regarding the entertainment district moniker and geographical place marker.

• Review of Entertainment District Monicker / Geographical Place Marker proposal
• Town Store window options and quotes
• Installation of two remaining flagpoles and swings
• Hwy 17 wayfinding signage and kiosk program
• Special event seating plans for Town Council presentation

The Pier Committee reviewed three proposed names for the pier district and voted unanimously to recommend "Surfside Beach Pier Village" to the Town Council. The committee also approved the agenda amendment to discuss a "Surfside Beach Blessing" and approved the amended agenda. Additional actions included contacting a swing vendor, requesting alternate logo options, and planning a special meeting with the Fire Marshal and a Blessing Boards representative.

• Amended agenda to add "Surfside Beach Blessing" discussion – passed unanimously by voice vote
• Approved the agenda as amended – passed unanimously by voice vote
• Motion to review proposed pier district names – passed unanimously
• Motion to recommend "Surfside Beach Pier Village" to Town Council – passed unanimously
• Dusty volunteered to contact John about placing a swing under the pier near the waterline
• Chairperson will request alternate logo proposals be presented to the committee
• Committee will invite the Fire Marshal and Town Manager Gerry to a special meeting on event seating
• Committee will invite a Blessing Boards representative to the next meeting to discuss the proposal

Surfside Beach Historical Society

The Surfside Beach Historical Society committee discussed ideas for future events, identified open officer roles (secretary, treasurer, historian), and outlined next steps such as creating a Facebook page and pursuing tree‑marker projects. No formal approvals, votes, or decisions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the Safe Kids Pee Dee Coastal Coalition personal flotation device (PFD) loaner board to be installed behind the pier, funded by a Honda grant. Commissioners reached a consensus to abandon the existing Highway 17 Design Overlay ordinance and task the Planning Director with drafting a new, enforceable version. They also agreed the director will prioritize the new design overlay before drafting a revised tree preservation ordinance. The commission decided to reschedule its November 4 meeting to a later date, to be determined.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Minutes from June 19 and August 5 approved with edits (unanimous)
• Safe Kids PFD loaner board approved (unanimous)
• Consensus to abandon current Highway 17 Design Overlay ordinance (no vote)
• Consensus to have Director prioritize drafting a new design overlay ordinance (no vote)
• Consensus to have Director draft a new tree preservation ordinance after overlay (no vote)
• Rescheduled November 4 meeting; new date TBD
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Planning Commission

The commission approved the agenda and the minutes (with edits) by unanimous voice votes. Commissioners unanimously approved the Safe Kids Pee Dee Coastal Coalition personal flotation device loaner board, and will forward the findings to the Town Council. The commission also decided to reschedule the November 4 meeting to a later date. The meeting was adjourned unanimously after three hours and four minutes.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes from June 19 and August 5 approved with edits (unanimous voice vote)
• Safe Kids PFD loaner board approved (unanimous)
• No formal motion on Highway 17 Design Overlay Ordinance (discussion only)
• No formal motion on Tree Preservation Ordinance (discussion only)
• November 4 meeting rescheduled (new date TBD)
• Adjournment approved (unanimous)

Town Council

The council approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting. It adopted Ordinance 25-0990 on golf cart regulations with a 5‑2 vote after amendments. The council also passed a resolution to disband the Huckabee Committee, authorized a competitive bid process for the sale of town property, approved a rental agreement for Martin Field, and accepted a $10,000 offer for the North Oak Drive property.

• Approved August 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Golf Cart Ordinance 25-0990 (5-2)
• Approved resolution to disband Huckabee Committee (unanimous)
• Authorized competitive bid process for town property sale (unanimous)
• Approved Martin Field rental agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,000 offer plus closing costs for North Oak Drive property (5-2)

Community Garden Committee

The Surfside Beach Community Garden Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting, with all members voting in favor. The committee then adjourned the meeting, again with unanimous support. No policy or budget decisions were made during this session.

• Agenda approved (all voted)
• May 19, 2025 minutes approved (all voted)
• Meeting adjourned (all voted)

Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee

The Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee approved the July meeting minutes after a correction, with all members in favor. The committee then moved to adjourn the meeting at 1:09 pm, seconded by Jeanette, and the motion passed unanimously. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:09 pm (unanimous)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee approved the prior meeting minutes and voted to continue fundraising for communication boards, placing a board in Fuller Park, and adding a golf cart to the Halloween parade. Members also approved a tent for the Fall Festival, a donation of two tickets to the Christmas Home Tour auction, and elected Jen Bloomer as Vice Chairwoman, Shirley Gordon as Secretary, and Susan Manger to lead the Yard of the Month program.

• Approved minutes from 7/21/2025 (all in favor)
• Approved continuing fundraising for communication boards at the Farmers Market (all in favor)
• Approved placement of a communication board in Fuller Park (all in favor)
• Approved having a golf cart in the Halloween Golf Cart Parade (all in favor)
• Approved setting up a tent at the Fall Festival (all in favor)
• Approved donating two tickets to the Christmas Home Tour auction for All 4 Paws (all in favor)
• Elected Jen Bloomer as Vice Chairwoman (all in favor)
• Elected Shirley Gordon as Secretary (all in favor)

Town Council

The council approved the minutes of the July 22 and August 5 meetings. It approved two new pier kiosks, authorized the administrator to negotiate a rental agreement for Martin Field, and adopted the first reading of the revised Golf Cart Ordinance with a 24‑hour provision. Finally, the council voted to reject the offer to sell the Sandy Lane property.

• Approved July 22 and August 5 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved two new pier kiosks (Surfside Donut Co. and TaylorMade lemonade) (all in favor)
• Authorized negotiation of a rental agreement for Martin Field (all in favor)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 25-0990 (Golf Cart regulations) with changes (all in favor except Stamey voted against; motion carried)
• Rejected the offer to sell Sandy Lane property (all in favor)
• Moved to adjourn regular meeting at 7:40 PM and enter Executive Session (all in favor)
• Moved to close Executive Session at 8:35 PM and reenter regular session (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:36 PM (all in favor)

Town Council

The council voted unanimously to relax Robert’s Rule for the two‑time speaking. A second motion to relax Robert’s Rules so the council could answer questions during public comment also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned at 2:20 PM by unanimous vote.

• Motion to relax Robert’s Rule for the two‑time speaking carried (all voted in favor)
• Motion to relax Robert’s Rules to allow council to answer public‑comment questions carried (all voted in favor)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting at 2:20 PM carried (all voted in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the Design Overlay amendment, increasing the compliance threshold to 50% of Horry County tax appraisal value. It tabled the Chapter 17 nonconforming use and definition amendments until input from the new director. Commissioners continued work on the Tree Preservation Ordinance and directed the creation of a concise capital investment program list and a letter to council about a state‑law conflict. The September 2 meeting was confirmed and minutes were approved with attendance corrections.

• Approved Design Overlay amendment to raise compliance threshold to 50% of appraisal value
• Tabled Chapter 17 nonconforming use and definition amendments pending new director input
• Continued drafting of Tree Preservation Ordinance; baseline draft to be reviewed
• Directed preparation of concise capital investment program list for council
• Directed drafting of letter to council regarding ordinance conflict with state law
• Confirmed September 2 meeting schedule
• Approved minutes with attendance correction
• Scheduled meet‑and‑greet with new Planning, Building, and Zoning Director on August 13

Pier Committee

The Surfside Beach Pier Committee met on September 8, 2025 at the Dick M. Johnson Civic Center. The agenda included pier updates, a public survey recap, several follow‑up business items, and a review of an events coordinator proposal. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies for these items.

Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee

The Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee voted to appoint its officers. Marian DeAngelis was named Chairperson, Jeanette Gibas Vice Chairperson, and Tina Carlson Secretary. No other formal actions were taken; remaining items were informational discussion.

• Appointed Marian DeAngelis as Chairperson (motion carried)
• Appointed Jeanette Gibas as Vice Chairperson (motion carried)
• Appointed Tina Carlson as Secretary (motion carried)

Town Council

The council approved the minutes from the July 8 meeting and gave second‑reading approval to three ordinances (25‑0987, 25‑0988, 25‑0989). It awarded a $57,884 fire‑house construction bid to BNV Builders and selected Pier Logo #2. The council also reappointed Terri Lauer to the Board of Zoning Appeals and appointed Captain Mickel as interim police chief.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 25‑0987 (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 25‑0988 (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 25‑0989 (unanimous)
• Awarded fire‑house bid to BNV Builders for $57,884 (6‑1 vote)
• Selected Pier Logo #2 (6‑1 vote)
• Reappointed Terri Lauer to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Appointed Captain Mickel as interim police chief (unanimous)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee approved the minutes from the June 20, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Members voted unanimously to begin the meeting at 8:30 AM and to adjourn at 9:12 AM. The committee selected the Yard of the Month houses—311 S Willow, 617 4th Ave N, and 411 13th Ave N—by unanimous vote. Fundraising efforts for Beachfront Blessings have raised $469 so far.

• Approved minutes from 6/20/2025 (unanimous vote)
• Motion to begin meeting at 8:30 AM carried (unanimous vote)
• Selected Yard of the Month houses: 311 S Willow, 617 4th Ave N, 411 13th Ave N (unanimous vote)
• Motion to adjourn meeting at 9:12 AM carried (unanimous vote)

Stormwater Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda without opposition. The minutes from the April and May meetings were approved after a motion and second. A motion to schedule a discussion about the newly hired PB&Z director was carried. No other formal actions were taken.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• SWC minutes approved (motion carried)
• Motion to schedule discussion on new PB&Z director carried

Town Council

The Huckabee Park Committee met on July 17, 2025. No motions were made, and no agenda items were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting consisted of informational updates on park maintenance, program plans, and potential future leasing. The session adjourned at 10:50 a.m.

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda unanimously. Commissioners did not vote on the Tree Preservation Ordinance but agreed that Commissioner McKeen will continue drafting a simplified version. No change to the design overlay district was adopted; a public hearing is set for the next regular session to vote on raising the façade‑compliance threshold from 20% to 50%. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved agenda (unanimous vote)
• Commissioner McKeen agreed to continue drafting simplified tree ordinance
• No design overlay amendment adopted; public hearing scheduled for next regular session
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Parking Committee

The Parking Committee approved the April 14, 2025 minutes (6‑0). It adopted a motion to create a sticker for handicapped golf‑cart owners, also passing 6‑0. The committee agreed to review parking pricing in the fourth quarter of 2025 and will forward recommendations to the council for 2026. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved handicapped golf‑cart stickers (6-0)
• Agreed to review parking pricing in Q4 2025
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Business Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the July meeting. They discussed a proposal to change the ordinance on outside plantings at commercial locations, but no decision was made. The meeting also announced a ribbon cutting for Bad Ass Coffee on August 13 and listed two new businesses.

• Approved July meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council approved several ordinances updating job descriptions and adding a zoning amendment for cannabis dispensing businesses. A resolution was adopted to increase the disaster recovery fund cap to $2 million by 2030, and related resolutions raised the parking‑fund and beach‑renourishment caps to $2 million each. Multiple members were appointed to the Senior Committee and the Board of Zoning Appeals. All motions were carried except one job‑description revision that failed.

• Approved Ordinance 25-0986 (fire department job descriptions) – all voted in favor
• Approved Ordinance 25-0988 (code enforcement officer job description) – all voted in favor
• Approved Ordinance 25-0989 (zoning amendment for cannabis dispensing) – all voted in favor
• Adopted resolution 2-187 to raise disaster recovery fund cap to $2 M by 2030 – 6 in favor, 1 against
• Adopted resolution 2-187 4(ii) to allow parking funds for capital building – all voted in favor
• Adopted resolution 2-187 B(7) to raise beach renourishment fund cap to $2 M – all voted in favor
• Appointed Jeanette Gibas, Tory Reed, Tina Carlson, Marian DeAngelis to Senior Committee – all voted in favor
• Re‑appointed Steve Taylor and Darrel Willm to Board of Zoning Appeals – all voted in favor

Pier Committee

The committee unanimously approved the AI‑written minutes from June 2, 2025. It also unanimously voted to forward the top five entries from the pier logo contest to the town council. A dual recommendation for the proposed photo‑op signage was approved, sending the current design with feedback while keeping options open for additional bids. The existing binocular unit was kept in place with a plan to monitor usage and revenue.

• Approved AI‑written minutes from 6‑2‑25 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved sending top five logo contest entries to town council (unanimous)
• Approved dual recommendation to forward current photo‑op signage proposal with feedback and evaluate additional design options (unanimous)
• Approved maintaining existing binocular installation and tracking revenue (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Surfside Beach Historical Society

The board reviewed two existing historical markers and introduced a proposed “Stories of Surfside Lantern Tour” scheduled tentatively for September 27, 2025. No formal approvals or votes were recorded; the committee assigned several follow‑up tasks such as confirming the venue, seeking sponsors, and exploring grant options. The meeting also noted the Historical Society’s Facebook page is inaccessible and may be replaced.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission adopted amendments to the zoning ordinance that add vape shops, tobacco stores and cannabis dispensaries as allowed uses in the C1 Highway Commercial District. It also approved revised language for Use Charts 17-395 and 17-394, and passed a motion to request clear guidance from Town Council on the Capital Investment Program. Additional actions included striking the Director's Report from the agenda and approving the June 3, 2025 minutes.

• Adopted vape, tobacco, cannabis dispensing businesses ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Adopted Use Chart 17-395 amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted amendment to 17-394 removing outdated language (unanimous)
• Motion to request clear instruction on Capital Investment Program passed (unanimous)
• Motion to strike Director's Report from agenda passed (unanimous)
• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Proposed inspection clause amendment in Section 17-456 failed (1 Yes, 6 No)

Town Council

The council approved the minutes for the May 27 and June 10 meetings unanimously. It accepted the first reading of Ordinance 25-0986 to modify town job descriptions with all members voting in favor. The council also adopted Resolution 25-0197, temporarily suspending enforcement of certain Chapter 12 and Chapter 8 ordinances for the Neil and Pam’s July 4 event, passing 6‑1. Additional routine motions to enter and close an executive session and to adjourn were carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes for May 27 and June 10 meetings (unanimous)
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 25-0986 to modify job descriptions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-0197 temporarily suspending enforcement of certain ordinances for 4th‑July event (6-1)
• Moved to adjourn regular meeting and enter executive session (unanimous)
• Moved to close executive session and resume regular session (unanimous)
• Accepted recommendation for Planning Building and Zoning Director (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:05 PM (unanimous)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee unanimously approved the May 16 minutes and added the Frontage Rd/Hwy 17 cleanup to the agenda. The committee recorded that the town approved Beachfront Blessings communication boards for non‑verbal children and adults. A Christmas Home Tour was scheduled for December 7. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 16, 2025 minutes (All in favor)
• Added Frontage Rd/Hwy 17 Cleanup to agenda (All in favor)
• Noted town approval of Beachfront Blessings communication boards (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled Christmas Home Tour for Dec 7 (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:05 am (All in favor)

Town Council

The council approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 Huckabee Park Committee meeting. No other motions were made during the session. The committee discussed financial information and upcoming youth‑league field maintenance, but no formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission voted unanimously to approve the draft ordinance regulating vape, tobacco, and cannabis businesses, with amendments requiring police chief and attorney review and consideration of a moratorium deadline. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved draft vape, tobacco, and cannabis ordinance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Business Committee

The Business Committee formally approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. No other motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during this session.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes

Town Council

The council approved the second reading of the 2025-2026 municipal budget ordinance. It also adopted ordinances on job descriptions, a senior citizen committee charter, and added language to hire a project manager for the A1A contract. Community initiatives such as communication boards, a memory bench, and a pier binoculars review were approved, while a resolution on offshore drilling was rejected.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 25-0984 (2025-2026 Municipal Budget) – all voted in favor
• Approved Ordinance 25-0985 (Job Descriptions) with amendments – all voted in favor
• Approved A1A document with amendment to allow hiring a project manager – all voted in favor
• Approved communication boards proposal by Beachfront Blessings – all voted in favor
• Approved memory bench proposal at 6th South and Willow – all voted in favor
• Approved Senior Citizen Committee Charter with seven members, at least four town residents – all voted in favor
• Rejected Resolution 25-0196 on offshore drilling (2-5 vote) – motion failed
• Approved pier committee review of binocular placement (6-1 vote) – motion carried

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the amended minutes from May 6, 2025. It adopted several changes to the proposed ordinance for vape shops, tobacco shops and cannabis dispensing businesses, including removing a street reference, reducing the buffer distance to 1,000 feet, grandfathering existing shops, striking a signage restriction, and revising “annual revenue” to “gross receipts.” The commission also approved revised planning‑commission bylaws with numbering, wording and signing updates.

• Agenda for the June 3, 2025 meeting approved unanimously
• May 6, 2025 minutes approved with all discussed amendments
• Removed “Sandy Lane” from location restrictions in the vape/tobacco/cannabis ordinance
• Changed buffer distance to 1,000 feet from sensitive sites
• Grandfathered existing non‑conforming vape shops until change of ownership or material business change
• Struck the 10% signage restriction language in section 17‑459A
• Replaced “annual revenue” with “gross receipts” in section 17‑459A
• Planning‑commission bylaws approved with corrected numbering, revised public‑comment wording, updated dates and listing only the seven voting members

Pier Committee

The Pier Committee approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. Members assigned follow‑up tasks, such as contacting John Adair about swing installation and creating a visual summary of the public survey for the Town Council. The committee also agreed to finalize logo‑contest rankings and schedule a pier site visit before the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from 4-7-2025 (unanimous)

Town Council

The council adopted Ordinance 25‑0984 setting the 2025‑2026 municipal budget, with an amendment to transfer 4% of credit‑card fees. It also approved participation in the GSATS Safe Streets program, a purchase of a refuse truck, and a temporary road‑closure resolution. Additional actions included adopting job‑description ordinance 25‑0985, approving Planning Commission guidance, reinstating $10,000 ATAX funds for the Champion Autism Network, and adopting a recommendation for pier plaques.

• Approved Ordinance 25‑0984 municipal budget (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑0985 job‑description ordinance (5‑2)
• Approved GSATS Safe Streets program participation (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a refuse truck (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25‑0195 temporary road closure (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission guidance (5‑2)
• Approved reinstating $10,000 ATAX funds to Champion Autism Network (6‑1)
• Approved pier plaque recommendation (6‑1)

Community Garden Committee

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the March 29 minutes. A shed was approved and the Department of Public Works will install it in the garden. Several signage items were approved, and the word “ANNUALLY” will be removed from future application forms.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• March 29 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Shed approved; Eric (DPW) to pick up and install
• Master Gardener topics to be presented by Chair Connery at next meeting
• Install "NO WEEDS AND INFESTATIONS" sign on compost bin
• Install "NO PET WASTE" sign on trash bin
• Remove word “ANNUALLY” from application forms for 2026
• Wish list items carried over to next meeting (no budget allocated)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee adopted three unanimous motions: to start the meeting at 8:30 AM, to approve the April 18, 2025 minutes, and to adjourn at 10:45 AM. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Motion to begin the meeting at 8:30 AM carried (All in favor)
• Motion to approve minutes from 4/18/2025 carried (All in favor)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:45 AM carried (All in favor)

Business Committee

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. The remainder of the session involved discussion of the KSBB can‑collection project, the “Hop and Shop” downtown shuttle, and review of two business‑welcome documents, but no formal actions or votes were taken on those items.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes

Town Council

The council voted to award ARC, Inc. the Town Hall window replacement contract for $105,637. It also approved a partnership agreement with Perry’s Bait and Tackle to sell town merchandise, and accepted the recommendation to paint several streets in the R‑3 district. Additional actions included combining the Certified Building Inspector with the Certified Building Official and removing the Certified Building Official requirement from the Planning Director job description.

• Removed agenda item 6(B) (unanimous)
• Approved April 22 and 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Perry's Bait & Tackle merchandise agreement (5-2)
• Awarded ARC, Inc. Town Hall window replacement contract $105,637 (unanimous)
• Awarded auditing services contract to Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co. (unanimous)
• Approved painting of R‑3 district streets (unanimous)
• Combined Certified Building Inspector with Certified Building Official (unanimous)
• Failed to remove Dusty McCracken from Planning Commission and Pier Committee (3-4)

Town Council

The council voted to relax the usual Robert Rules for this workshop meeting, with all members in favor. They also voted to adjourn the meeting at 2:10 PM, again with unanimous support. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Relaxed Robert Rules for workshop (all voted in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:10 PM (all voted in favor)

Planning Commission

The commission approved an amendment to the agenda removing the vape shop ordinance language and moving it to the next meeting. The March 20 and April 17, 2025 minutes were each approved with added language. Several ordinance items were either tabled, scheduled for future discussion, or sent to Council for guidance, including the Chapter 17 design overlay, Section 17‑806 nonconforming uses, and the proposed Chapter 18 tree ordinance. The meeting was adjourned at 7:03 pm.

• Approved amendment to agenda removing vape shop item (unanimous)
• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes with added language (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Removed Vape Shop Ordinance Language from agenda and scheduled for next meeting
• Tabled Chapter 17 Design Overlay ordinance language until next meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled discussion of Chapter 17 Section 17‑806 Nonconforming Uses for next meeting
• Requested further guidance from Council on proposed Chapter 18 Tree Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:03 pm (unanimous)

Stormwater Committee

The committee held a workshop to review a proposed Chapter 18 ordinance for tree protection and canopy preservation. Members discussed options such as hiring a part‑time or contract arborist, changing requirements to lot size, and possible fee alternatives. The committee agreed to continue pursuing the ordinance and to prepare recommendations for the town council, but no formal motions or votes were taken.

Community Garden Committee

The Community Garden Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the March 29 meeting. The newest applicant, Karen Graeff, was placed on the waitlist. The committee voted to amend the plot application process to eliminate the annual registration requirement for active gardeners. A motion to relocate a donated garden shed inside the garden fences was also approved.

• Approved agenda (all members voted in favor)
• Approved March 29 minutes (all members voted in favor)
• Placed applicant Karen Graeff on waitlist (decision made)
• Amended plot application process to remove annual registration (all members voted in favor)
• Approved moving donated shed inside garden fences for storage (all members voted in favor)
• Set summer meeting schedule: May 19, June 24 field trip, no July meeting, August 25 (decision made)

Town Council

The council accepted budget scenario two, which includes a 3% COLA, reactivation of two police officer positions, reclassifications, and a $353,610 transfer to Public Safety Operations, with no millage increase. Councilmembers Stamey and Walls voted to make the code enforcement position full-time, and the motion passed unanimously. A motion to study a second code enforcement officer with arborist qualifications failed 2‑4, and the meeting was adjourned at 1:03 PM.

• Accepted budget scenario two (all voted in favor)
• Made code enforcement position full-time (all voted in favor)
• Motion to study second code enforcement officer with arborist qualifications failed (2‑4)
• Motion to unfreeze one police officer position withdrawn
• Motion to remove full-time code enforcement officer withdrawn
• Adjourned meeting at 1:03 PM (all voted in favor)

Stormwater Committee

The Stormwater Committee held a special meeting on April 23 and April 29, 2025 to review a proposed Chapter 18 landscaping and tree‑protection ordinance. Members debated the merits of hiring a town arborist, the shift from zoning‑based to lot‑size‑based tree requirements, and how public comments would be gathered. No motions were made and no vote was taken, so no formal actions were approved or denied.

Town Council

The council approved the April 8 regular meeting and April 10 budget retreat minutes. It awarded the road resurfacing project to Coastal Pavers, LLC. The council also accepted the second reading of Ordinance 25-0982 (budget amendment) and Ordinance 25-0983 (Chapter 2, Administration), approved all kiosk applications, and accepted a grant proposal for Martin Field. A motion was made to have Administrator Vincent schedule a special meeting to discuss the Martin Field project.

• Approved April 8 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Awarded road resurfacing contract to Coastal Pavers, LLC (unanimous)
• Accepted second reading of Ordinance 25-0982 Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Accepted second reading of Ordinance 25-0983 Chapter 2 Administration (unanimous)
• Approved entire list of kiosk applications (unanimous)
• Accepted grant proposal for Martin Field (unanimous)
• Directed Administrator Vincent to arrange special meeting on Martin Field (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:58 PM (unanimous)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee voted unanimously to remove prizes and streamline future Beach Sweeps. It also voted unanimously to add an inaugural Kite Festival to the committee agenda. Both motions were carried with all members in favor.

• Begin meeting at 10:02 AM – approved (All)
• Approve minutes from 3/21/2025 – approved (All)
• Remove prizes and streamline Beach Sweeps – approved (All)
• Add Inaugural Kite Festival to agenda – approved (All)
• Adjourn meeting at 10:45 AM – approved (All)

Stormwater Committee

The committee voted to approve the meeting agenda. It also approved the Stormwater Committee minutes from January 14, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved meeting agenda (all voted)
• Approved January 14, 2025 minutes (all voted)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted)

Planning Commission

The commission voted unanimously to hold an open discussion with the Stormwater Committee regarding the proposed tree ordinance. Commissioners agreed to meet with the Stormwater Committee on either April 23 or April 29, pending schedules, to continue the discussion. The workshop adjourned at 8:16 p.m.

• Approved motion for open discussion with Stormwater Committee (unanimous)
• Scheduled meeting with Stormwater Committee on April 23 or April 29 to discuss tree ordinance

Parking Committee

The Surfside Beach Parking Committee approved the minutes from the January 20 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. The committee then adjourned the April 14 2025 meeting, also by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were formally adopted.

• Approved Jan 20 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Town Council

Mayor Krouse's motion to retain $5,000 for repaving the town hall parking lot and eliminate the Police Department lot was approved unanimously. A motion to unfreeze one Police Officer position was rejected by a 3‑4 vote. The council approved selling the property behind Town Hall to purchase land adjacent to Public Works. The council also approved an adjournment at 3:55 PM.

• Approved $5,000 repave of town hall parking lot and elimination of police lot (unanimous)
• Rejected unfreeze of one Police Officer position (3‑4 vote)
• Approved sale of property behind Town Hall to buy land next to Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment at 3:55 PM (unanimous)

Business Committee

The Business Committee approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed the Feather Flag situation, the KSBB can collection project, the Business of the Month program, and a proposed "Sip n' Shop" trolley project, but no formal actions or votes were taken on these items. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes from 3/11/2025

Town Council

The council unanimously awarded the Myrtle Swash Pedestrian Bridge reconstruction to Seven Seas Marine. It approved the budget amendment that reallocates funds and accepted rental fees for Martin Field. Several resolutions, including the court/chamber building project and senior‑citizens committee changes, were also adopted. All other listed motions were either carried or failed as recorded.

• Awarded Myrtle Swash Pedestrian Bridge contract to Seven Seas Marine (unanimous)
• Motion to approve pier storefront window and request proposals failed
• Accepted rental fees for Martin Field (majority vote)
• Adopted Budget Amendment Ordinance 25-0192 with fund reallocations (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-0192 for $3.5 M court/chamber building option 2 (majority)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-0983 first reading moving public comment to agenda start (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-0194 moratorium extension (unanimous)
• Appointed Susan Manger, Wendy Marie Evans, and Susan Mason Manson to Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee (unanimous)

Pier Committee

The Pier Committee unanimously approved the recommendation to create a Pier Manager role. It also unanimously approved all kiosk proposals for spots on and under the pier. Earlier motions to approve the minutes and to reorder agenda items were passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes (unanimously)
• Moved business items before discussion items (unanimously)
• Approved all kiosk proposals for pier locations (unanimously)
• Approved recommendation to create a Pier Manager position (unanimously)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimously)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission chose Version 2 of the draft vape shop ordinance to use going forward. The commission also reviewed and edited the town bylaws to bring them into compliance. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded and passed unanimously.

• Adopted Version 2 of vape shop ordinance (no vote recorded)
• Updated town bylaws to bring them into compliance (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (all voted in favor)

Community Garden Committee

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 18 minutes. Applications were reviewed and confirmed for five gardeners, assigning them specific plots. A new applicant, Veronica Collings, was approved for plot #11 via text and email on April 7, 2025. The meeting adjourned at 12:20 p.m.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• February 18 minutes approved unanimously
• Approved plot 4 for Richard Pate
• Approved plot 1 for Stephanie Holden
• Approved plot 14 for William Berry
• Approved plot 12 for Natalie Cross
• Approved plot 10 for Peggy Hood
• Approved plot 11 for Veronica Collings

Town Council

The council removed the bid award for a road resurfacing project from the agenda. They approved the minutes from the March 11 and March 13 meetings. They accepted the second reading of Ordinance 25-0979 granting HTC, Inc. a telecommunications franchise, Ordinance 25-0981 a beach services franchise agreement, and Ordinance 25-0980 pier leases. They adopted Resolution 25-0189 changing the Parking Committee meeting schedule and entered an executive session before adjourning.

• Removed road resurfacing bid award from agenda – motion carried (all in favor)
• Approved March 11 & 13 meeting minutes – motion carried (all in favor)
• Accepted second reading of Ordinance 25-0979 telecom franchise – motion carried (all in favor)
• Accepted second reading of Ordinance 25-0981 beach services franchise – motion carried (all in favor)
• Accepted second reading of Ordinance 25-0980 pier leases – motion carried (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 25-0189 Parking Committee Charter schedule change – motion carried (all in favor)
• Entered executive session at 7:22 pm – motion carried (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:58 pm – motion carried (all in favor)

Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful Committee

The Keep Surfline Beach Beautiful Committee confirmed a quorum and approved the minutes from February 28, 2025. A motion to simplify and streamline the Beach Sweep activities after May 17 was carried unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes from 2/28/25 (unanimous)
• Simplify and streamline Beach Sweeps after May 17 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:39 am (unanimous)

Town Council

Mayor Krouse moved to relax the council's use of Robert's Rules, which was seconded by Councilmember Stamey and approved unanimously. Councilmember Stamey then moved to adjourn the meeting at 2:00 PM, seconded by Councilmember Walls, and the motion also passed unanimously.

• Relaxed Robert's Rules (all voted in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:00 PM (all voted in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission selected Version 2 of the draft vape shop ordinance to move forward. The commission also reviewed and edited the existing bylaws to bring them into compliance. Both actions were approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted Version 2 of vape shop ordinance (unanimous)
• Updated bylaws to bring them into compliance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted in favor)