Mount Pleasant public meetings in 2025

GREEN Commission

The GREEN Commission will consider the Recreation Department's proposal for community gardens at town facilities. The meeting also includes updates on a Backyard Resilience Workshop and the Wetland Ordinance. Additional outreach events such as Bradford & Tallow Bounty, Plantasia, and Beneath the Oaks are announced.

• Discussion of Community Gardens presented by the Recreation Department
• Backyard Resilience Workshop – February 21, 2026 (tentative)
• Wetland Ordinance Update
• Bradford & Tallow Bounty – February 28, 2026
• Plantasia – April 11, 2026

The GREEN Commission approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes, each by unanimous consent. No other actions were decided. The commission received information on community garden options and upcoming outreach events.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will convene an executive session to receive legal advice on two zoning appeal cases—Case A-05-25 at 767 3rd Street and Case A-06-25 at 108 2nd Street. After the session, the Board may take action on any items discussed and will review staff reports and presentations on the appeals. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, minutes approval, public comment, and other business.

• Executive session for legal advice on Case A-05-25 (767 3rd Street)
• Executive session for legal advice on Case A-06-25 (108 2nd Street)
• Staff report and presentation on Case A-05-25
• Staff report and presentation on Case A-06-25
• Post‑executive session action on discussed items

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied two appeals (Cases A-06-25 and A-05-25) challenging the Zoning Official's determination of setback requirements for properties at 108 2nd Street and 767 3rd Street. Both appeals were denied on the grounds that the applicants lacked standing under S.C. law, and the Board voted to uphold the Zoning Official's decisions. The votes were 5-1 in each case, with Mr. Barrow opposed.

• Denied appeal Case A-06-25 (108 2nd Street) for lack of standing (5-1)
• Upheld Zoning Official's setback determination for Case A-06-25 (unanimous)
• Denied appeal Case A-05-25 (767 3rd Street) for lack of standing (5-1)
• Upheld Zoning Official's setback determination for Case A-05-25 (5-1)

Planning Commission

The Mount Pleasant Planning Commission meeting on Dec 10, 2025 includes public hearings on multiple land‑use applications. Items include rezoning, annexation, and zoning requests for parcels such as 3305 N HWY 17, 1490 Boston Grill Road, 1651 HWY 41, 1602 Rife Range Road, 1306 Erckmann Drive, and 1134 Gregorie Ferry Road. The agenda also contains a proposed amendment to the Town’s Land Development Regulations to establish a wetlands ordinance for subdivisions. Additional items are sketch‑plan requests for Spring Hope Dr and vested‑rights extensions for 0 Hale Road and 1370 Rife Range Road, plus a presentation on density standards for residential subdivisions under 1‑acre.

• Public hearing: 3305 N HWY 17 – request to rezone AB‑1, approx. 1.06 acres.
• Public hearing: 1490 Boston Grill Road – request to annex and zone CC, approx. 0.93 acres.
• Land Development Regulation Text Amendment – draft amendment establishing a wetlands ordinance for subdivisions.
• Sketch plan: Spring Hope Dr – request for land‑development waiver to subdivide and create six lots from an access easement.
• Presentation: Engineering and Development Services Department – discussion of density standards for residential subdivisions under 1‑acre.

The commission approved the annexation and CC zoning of 1490 Boston Grill Road by a 6‑1 vote. It denied the annexation and R‑3 zoning of 1602 Rifle Range Road and denied a land‑development waiver for Spring Hope Drive. It approved two vested‑rights extensions (0 Hale Road and 1370 Rifle Range Road) and accepted the withdrawal of the 1134 Gregorie Ferry Road request. The commission also approved rezoning of 1306 Erckmann Drive and selected density‑standard options 1 and 3 for residential subdivisions.

• Approved annex and CC zoning for 1490 Boston Grill Road (0.93 ac) – 6‑1 vote
• Denied annex and R‑3 zoning for 1602 Rifle Range Road (0.35 ac) – unanimous
• Approved rezoning of 1306 Erckmann Drive to R‑2 (0.39 ac) – unanimous
• Accepted withdrawal of annex and AB zoning request for 1134 Gregorie Ferry Road (0.64 ac) – unanimous
• Denied land‑development waiver for Spring Hope Dr (six lots) – unanimous
• Approved vested‑rights extension for 0 Hale Road – unanimous
• Approved vested‑rights extension for 1370 Rifle Range Road – unanimous
• Approved density‑standard options 1 and 3 for residential subdivisions – unanimous

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a possible Economic Development incentive package and to receive legal advice on two pending lawsuits. The council will also consider applications for a vacant seat on the Planning Commission and a vacant seat on the Culture, Arts and Pride Committee. Any action may be taken on items discussed in the executive session.

• Discussion of an Economic Development incentive package
• Legal advice for Shem Creek Development, Inc. v. Town of Mount Pleasant
• Legal advice for Deierlein et al v. Town of Mount Pleasant
• Consideration of application for Planning Commission vacancy (1 vacancy)
• Consideration of application for Culture, Arts and Pride Committee vacancy (1 vacancy)

The council voted 8-1 to move forward with negotiating the terms of an economic development incentive package for a property off Wingo Way, as discussed in executive session. The council also unanimously approved the appointment of Ashley Richardson to the Culture, Arts and Pride Commission. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

• Approved negotiation of economic development incentive package (8-1)
• Appointed Ashley Richardson to the Culture, Arts and Pride Commission (unanimous)

A - Town Council Meetings

The council will hold a public hearing and may approve a private activity bond for Crown Leadership Academy, with a disclaimer that the town will not be liable for the bond. Several zoning and annexation ordinances will be read and recommended for approval, including changes to Chapter 156 and the annexation of two parcels on Chandler Road. Additional items include a finance committee report on a possible agriculture grant and an ordinance granting a perpetual easement and water contract to Mount Pleasant Waterworks.

• Public Hearing on Crown Leadership Academy Inc. Private Activity Bond (26 U.S.C.A. §147(f))
• Possible approval of Crown Leadership Academy Private Activity Bond (Town not liable)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 156, Section 156.1112 – Initiation of Zoning Upon Annexation (Ord. No. 25053)
• Ordinance annexing two 6.5‑acre parcels on Chandler Road (Ord. No. 25049)
• Ordinance authorizing a perpetual easement and water contract to Mount Pleasant Waterworks (Ord. No. 25056)

The Council unanimously accepted the conditions for Crown Leadership Academy's private activity bond, stating the town will not be liable for the bond. They also unanimously named the upcoming Rifle Range Road Park as Gary Santos Park. Several zoning code amendments were approved unanimously, and a one‑year extension of vested rights for two development impact assessments was granted. The annexation of two parcels on Chandler Road was approved by a 6‑3 vote.

• Accepted Crown Leadership Academy private activity bond conditions (unanimous)
• Named new Rifle Range Road Park facility Gary Santos Park (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to zoning code Section 156.1112 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to zoning code Section 156.037 (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year extensions of vested rights for Oyster Park and Cinnebarre impact assessments (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of two parcels (≈6.5 acres) on Chandler Road, RC‑2 zoning (6‑3)
• Approved minutes from November meetings and October financial statement (one abstention on Nov 7)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council scheduled a meeting for December 4, 2025, but it was cancelled because a quorum was not present. Consequently, no agenda items were acted upon. The agenda had listed items such as approval of minutes, project updates, and discussions of priority projects and meeting times, but none were addressed.

• Approval of minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting
• Quarterly project updates
• Continued discussion regarding priority project
• Discussion and possible action regarding meeting time adjustments

Tree Task Force

The Mount Pleasant Tree Task Force will review lessons learned from other municipalities about tree ordinances and programs. It will also examine a synopsis of parking lot issues. The committee will develop a work plan for 2026 and discuss overarching goals for the task force.

• Review of lessons learned from other municipalities regarding tree ordinances and programs
• Synopsis of “Parking Lot Issues”
• Establishment of 2026 Work Plan
• Discussion of Overarching Goals

The Tree Task Force unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 30, 2025 meeting. Members reached consensus to reorder the work categories, placing the canopy goal first and moving the ordinance discussion to later in the process. The group agreed to define and structure a planting program and to add equipment needs such as water tanks and trucks to the funding and partnership agenda.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Oct 30 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Reordered work categories: canopy goal first, ordinance placed fourth (consensus)
• Agreed to focus on planting program before ordinance changes (consensus)
• Added 'define and structure a planting program' to Structure and Management section (agreed)
• Added 'equipment needs' (water tanks, trucks) to Funding and Partnership Opportunities (agreed)

Design Review Board

The Commercial Design Review Board is meeting to conduct preliminary and final reviews of site, landscape, and architecture plans. The board will evaluate several commercial projects, including new developments and renovations.

• Final review of Scrubby’s and Dutch Bros at Hwy 17 & George Browder Blvd
• Preliminary review of outdoor storage at Venning Towers (1209 Venning Rd)
• Preliminary review of East Cooper Plaza Façade Renovations (607-627 Johnnie Dodds)
• Final review of Fairmont Shopping Center (1035 Johnnie Dodds Blvd)
• Final review of Portside Renovation (535 Long Point Rd)

The board approved the final review of Scrubby’s and Dutch Bros at Hwy 17 & George Browder Blvd with all members in favor. It also approved by consent four other projects and granted one‑year extensions for several existing developments. Several items were deferred or withdrawn due to lack of quorum or applicant withdrawal.

• Approved final review of Scrubby’s and Dutch Bros (all in favor)
• Approved by consent East Cooper Plaza façade renovations (all in favor)
• Approved by consent Fairmont Shopping Center (all in favor)
• Approved by consent Portside Renovation (all in favor)
• Approved by consent Construction Resources (all in favor)
• Approved one‑year extension for Broadway Storage (all in favor)
• Approved one‑year extension for Market at Oakland (all in favor)
• Approved one‑year extension for Bowman Final Phase (all in favor)

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from subcommittees. Discussions will focus on Town Hall art, the Community Arts Center, and marketing.

• Approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Town Hall Art subcommittee report
• Community Arts Center update
• Marketing subcommittee report

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting. The commission then resolved space constraints for the Town Hall Art program by stacking several works on single rods and eliminating five pieces. These adjustments allow the display to fit within the available 57 rods and 72 hooks.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Stacked Bertie Campbell's three butterfly pieces (12" x 12") on one rod
• Paired two Susan Sketers works (framed piece and quilt) on one rod
• Stacked two J. Michael Kennedy pieces with similar tones on one rod
• Eliminated "Painted Peaks" piece
• Eliminated "Sunset Over the Window" piece

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee will discuss legal matters, including a proposed ordinance to grant a perpetual easement to the Mount Pleasant Waterworks and a review of state law on tax‑proceeds expenditures. The Bids & Purchases Committee will award design contracts for several Safe Streets for All grant projects such as Long Point Road and the Rifle Range Road shared‑use path. Other committees will consider a Business License Code amendment, Asian Longhorned Beetle updates, and potential 2026 sales‑tax referendum projects.

• Award design contracts for multiple Safe Streets for All grant projects (e.g., Long Point Road corridor, Coleman corridor, Rifle Range Road shared‑use path)
• Discussion and possible action on an ordinance granting a perpetual easement to the Mount Pleasant Waterworks
• Review and possible amendment of Chapter 110 Business License Code with updated class schedule
• Review of Asian Longhorned Beetle impact and zoning code text amendments (Initial Zoning Designations, Rural Residential standards)
• Discussion of potential 2026 Charleston County Sales Tax Referendum projects

The committee unanimously approved the August 4, 2025 minutes. It voted to delegate vested‑rights extension approval from Town Council to the Planning Commission, with the option to refer complex cases back to Council. It also unanimously approved an ordinance granting a perpetual easement to Mount Pleasant Waterworks for the Public Services Operations Center Administrative Building. Finally, the committee unanimously moved to enter executive session for legal advice on two pending lawsuits.

• Approved August 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Delegated vested‑rights extension authority to Planning Commission, with referral provision (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance granting perpetual easement to Mount Pleasant Waterworks for Public Services Operations Center Administrative Building (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on Shem Creek Development, Inc. v. Town of Mount Pleasant and Deierlein et al v. Town of Mount Pleasant (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will hold an executive session to review and discuss an economic development incentive package and may take action on items from that session. The Planning Committee will consider zoning code text amendments and extensions of vested rights for the Oyster Park and Cinebarre development impact assessments. The Finance Committee will discuss possible acceptance of a 2025 South Carolina Department of Agriculture grant and an amendment to the Business License Code.

• Economic Development Committee executive session on incentive package
• Planning Committee zoning code amendments: Initial Zoning Designations and Rural Residential District standards
• Finance Committee discussion of 2025 SC Department of Agriculture grant
• Finance Committee amendment to Chapter 110 Business License Code
• Bids & Purchases Committee award contracts for Safe Streets for All Grant design projects

The committee approved the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee voted to enter executive session to discuss an Economic Development Incentive Package, with all present in favor. After the executive session, the committee unanimously recommended that the full Council adopt the Incentive Package.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss Incentive Package (all in favor)
• Recommended Incentive Package to full Council (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will consider potential projects funded by a 2026 Charleston County sales‑tax referendum. It will also present corridor safety enhancements under the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant. Additional updates on traffic management and ongoing transportation projects will be provided before adjourning.

• Discussion of potential 2026 Charleston County Sales Tax Referendum projects
• Presentation of Corridor Safety Enhancements for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant projects
• Traffic Management Update
• Updates on Ongoing Projects and Programs
• Approval of Minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other actions were formally adopted; the members discussed potential 2026 Charleston County sales‑tax projects and a $16 million federal safety grant, but no decisions or votes were recorded on those items. The meeting was adjourned at 2:50 p.m.

• Approved November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review recommendations for zoning code text amendments regarding annexation and rural residential standards. The body will also consider one-year vested rights extensions for the Oyster Park and Cinebarre developments.

• Zoning Code Text Amendment for initial designations assigned upon annexation
• Zoning Code Text Amendment for Rural Residential District Development Standards
• One-year extension of vested rights for Oyster Park Development Impact Assessment and Planned Development
• One-year extension of vested rights for Cinebarre Development Impact Assessment
• Discussion of Special Public Input Meeting for text amendments to Old Mount Pleasant

The committee approved the November 3 minutes and unanimously recommended Town Council approve amendments to §156.1112 and Chapter 156.037 of the zoning code. It also recommended one‑year extensions of vested rights for the Oyster Park and Cinebarre development impact assessments. The committee set a special public input meeting for the Old Mount Pleasant text amendments on December 13.

• Approved minutes from November 3, 2025 (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council approve zoning amendment §156.1112 (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council approve zoning amendment Chapter 156.037 at 1 du/3ac (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council approve one‑year vested rights extension for Oyster Park Development Impact Assessment (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council approve one‑year vested rights extension for Cinebarre Development Impact Assessment (all in favor)
• Agreed to hold a special public input meeting on December 13 for Old Mount Pleasant text amendments

Flood Resilience Committee

The Flood Resilience Committee is meeting to discuss a specific update regarding a Local Wetland Ordinance. The meeting consists of procedural items and this single topical update.

• Update on a Local Wetland Ordinance

The Flood Resilience Committee approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other motions were adopted. Members asked staff to provide a marked‑up draft of the proposed wetland ordinance and related examples, and the draft is scheduled for an unofficial public hearing at the Planning Commission on December 10, 2025.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Bids & Purchases Committee

The Bids & Purchases Committee will approve minutes, hear public comments, recognize employee service, and award several design contracts under the Safe Streets for All Grant, a construction contract for a parklet, and a contract for emergency operations equipment. Other committees will discuss a South Carolina Department of Agriculture grant, zoning code amendments, flood resilience updates, legal matters, and potential 2026 sales‑tax referendum projects.

• Award contract for Long Point Road corridor safety enhancement design (SS4A grant)
• Award contract for Coleman, Ben Sawyer and Chuck Dawley corridor safety enhancement design (SS4A grant)
• Award contract for Rifle Range Road shared use path design (SS4A grant)
• Award construction contract for Scanlonville Praise House Parklet
• Award contract for Emergency Operations food preparation and distribution equipment

The Bids & Purchases Committee approved the minutes from the November 3 meeting. It then unanimously approved eight contracts to design or build safety, bike, and shared‑use projects, as well as a parklet and emergency kitchen equipment.

• Approved Long Point Road corridor safety design contract with Kimley‑Horn ($472,184.26)
• Approved Coleman, Ben Sawyer, and Chuck Dawley streetscape design contract with TranSystems Corporation ($799,945.28)
• Approved Rifle Range Road shared‑use path design contract with Mead and Hunt Inc. ($973,273.17)
• Approved Phase 2 Mathis Ferry Road shared‑use path design contract with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. ($747,117.40)
• Approved signal design at Snee Farm Parkway/Palmetto Plantation Blvd at US‑17 contract with Rummel, Klepper & Kahl ($102,367.95)
• Approved US‑17 corridor safety enhancement design contract with HDR Engineering Inc. of the Carolinas ($748,941.39)
• Approved construction contract for Scanlonville Praise House Parklet with First Construction Management LLC ($599,937.90)
• Approved Emergency Operations food‑preparation equipment contract with Culinary Depot ($141,044.08)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review four specific cases regarding zoning exceptions and variances. The agenda includes one approved request and three denied requests awaiting board action.

• Case S-05-25: Special Exception for motor vehicle service and repair at 558 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
• Case A-04-25: Appeal regarding accessory structure setbacks at 25 Vincent Drive
• Case V-36-25: Variance request for 8-foot front and 3-foot side yards at 524 Whilden Street
• Case V-37-25: Variance request for 3-foot side yard at 522 Whilden Street

The board approved a special exception allowing a motor‑vehicle service and repair business at 558 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard. It denied the appeal concerning setback requirements for the pool and deck at 25 Vincent Drive. The board also denied two residential setback relief requests for 524 and 522 Whilden Street, each by a 3‑to‑2 vote.

• Approved special exception for motor‑vehicle service and repair business at 558 Johnnie Dodds Blvd (all in favor)
• Denied appeal upholding zoning official’s setback determination for 25 Vincent Drive (all in favor)
• Denied relief request for 524 Whilden St, 8‑ft front yard/3‑ft side yard (3‑2 vote)
• Denied relief request for 522 Whilden St, 3‑ft side yard (3‑2 vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss whether to accept a 2025 South Carolina Department of Agriculture grant and will consider amending the Town's Business License Code with an updated class schedule and other changes. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and public comment. No decisions have been made yet.

• Discussion and possible action to accept a 2025 South Carolina Department of Agriculture Grant
• Discussion and possible action to amend Chapter 110: Business License Code with an updated Class Schedule
• Award of contracts for Safe Streets for All Grant design projects, including Long Point Road corridor safety enhancement
• Award of a construction contract for the Scanlonville Praise House Parklet
• Award of a contract for Emergency Operations food preparation and distribution equipment

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended that Town Council accept a $200,000 South Carolina Department of Agriculture grant for shrimp dock infrastructure. It also unanimously recommended that Town Council adopt amendments to Chapter 110, updating the business license class schedule and related provisions.

• Approved minutes from November 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council approve $200,000 SC Dept. of Agriculture grant (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council adopt amendments to Chapter 110 Business License Code (unanimous)

GREEN Commission

The Green Commission will continue discussion of a proposed Local Wetland Ordinance to address gaps in wetland regulations. It will also review the town’s Arbor Day plans for the Pitt Street Bridge. The meeting includes updates on the HOA survey and upcoming community outreach workshops.

• Local Wetland Ordinance – ongoing discussion to fill gaps in wetland regulations
• SC Arbor Day plans for Pitt Street Bridge – discussion and review
• HOA Survey Update – status report
• Backyard Resilience Workshop – scheduled for February 21, 2026 (tentative)
• Beneath the Oaks event – scheduled for October 15‑17, 2026

The Green Commission approved its agenda and the prior meeting minutes unanimously. The commission adopted a draft wetland protection ordinance with a 5‑foot buffer amendment by a 4‑to‑1 vote. It also approved moving forward with the Pitt Street Arbor Day project as presented.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved draft wetland protection ordinance with buffer amendment (4-1 vote)
• Approved Pitt Street Arbor Day project (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding changes to the Mount Pleasant Zoning Code. The body will discuss modifications to initial zoning designations for annexed areas and development standards for the Rural Residential District.

• Public hearing on Zoning Code Text Amendment regarding initial zoning designations assigned upon annexation
• Public hearing on Zoning Code Text Amendment modifying Chapter 156.037, RR, Rural Residential District Development Standards

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It then approved a zoning code amendment modifying initial zoning designations for annexed properties without opposition. Finally, the commission approved an amendment to Chapter 156.037, Rural Residential District Development Standards by an 8‑to‑1 vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Initial Zoning Designations upon annexation (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 156.037, Rural Residential District Development Standards (8-1)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will administer oaths of office to the Mayor-Elect and Council Members-Elect. The body will also consider several land use ordinances and a lease purchase agreement for equipment.

• Lease Purchase Agreement with TD Equipment Finance, Inc. for $5,075,000
• Annexation and RC-2 zoning of 6.5 acres on Chandler Road
• Ordinance to amend Building Area Ratio Standards and Accessory Use standards
• One-year extension of vested rights for Retail at the Market at Oakland Development Impact Assessment
• Ordinance to update the Business License Code Class Schedule

The council elected Howard Chapman as Mayor Pro Tem by voice vote. It approved the first reading of an annexation ordinance for two 6.5‑acre parcels on Chandler Road with a 6‑3 vote. The council also approved the first reading of a RC‑2 Rural Conservation District zoning ordinance for the same parcels by unanimous vote. Minutes from the October and September 2025 meetings were approved unanimously.

• Elected Howard Chapman as Mayor Pro Tem (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved first reading of annexation ordinance for two parcels on Chandler Road (6.5 acres) (6-3 vote)
• Approved first reading of RC-2 Rural Conservation District zoning ordinance for the parcels (unanimous vote)
• Approved agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved minutes from Oct. 6, Oct. 14, and Sep. 2025 meetings (unanimous vote)
• No consent agenda items (none)
• Public comment: candidate for Board of Zoning Appeals introduced (no action)
• Presentation on Charleston County Transportation Sales Tax (informational, no decision)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will hold a special meeting to formally declare the results of the November 4, 2025, election. The agenda consists of this single adoption and public comment.

• Adoption of Resolution R.25111 FINAL declaring November 4, 2025, election results

The Town Council amended Resolution R.25111 to reflect the official election numbers from Exhibit A. All present council members voted in favor of the amendment and then voted to adopt the amended resolution. The resolution was signed, sealed, and delivered at the close of the meeting.

• Adopted amended Resolution R.25111 declaring election results (unanimous)

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council will meet to approve the October 2, 2025 minutes, elect a new Social Media Chair, receive quarterly project updates, and discuss the Priority Project, communication channels, and possible meeting time adjustments.

• Election of Social Media Chair
• Quarterly Project Updates
• Continued discussion regarding Priority Project
• Discussion and possible action regarding communication channels
• Discussion and possible action regarding meeting time adjustments

The council approved the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Lily Byrnes was elected Chair and Miles McLawhorn Vice Chair, and Elle Gragg was unanimously elected Social Media Chair. Members agreed to use Google Drive for shared documents and to create a group chat for immediate communication.

• Approved October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Lily Byrnes as Chair (announced)
• Elected Miles McLawhorn as Vice Chair (announced)
• Elected Elle Gragg as Social Media Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted Google Drive as shared document platform
• Decided to establish a group chat (Chair Lily Byrnes to set up)

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The meeting scheduled for November 5, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of business or quorum.

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will meet to discuss traffic calming initiatives for The Oaks neighborhood. The body will also receive updates on the Traffic Management and Traffic Calming programs.

• Discussion of traffic calming initiatives for The Oaks neighborhood
• Traffic Management update
• Traffic Calming Program update

The Transportation Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved installing speed humps in The Oaks neighborhood, subject to a petition reaching a 75 % homeowner approval threshold. Additionally, the committee unanimously directed staff to revise the Brickyard Parkway Path plan to route the pathway through the amenities center.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved installation of speed humps in The Oaks (contingent on 75 % petition) (unanimous)
• Directed staff to revise Brickyard Parkway Path routing through amenities center (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Bids & Purchases Committee will award several contracts, including a lease‑purchase financing agreement for FY26 vehicles and equipment and contracts for the Edwards Park pump station and the Fire and Police Training Center. The Finance Committee will discuss a possible amendment to the Business License Code. The Planning Committee will review annexation and zoning recommendations, including rezoning five parcels recently annexed off Highway 17 North and related zoning code text changes. The Transportation Committee will discuss traffic‑calming initiatives for The Oaks neighborhood and provide updates on traffic‑management projects.

• Award of FY26 lease‑purchase financing agreement for vehicles and equipment (Bids & Purchases Committee)
• Award of contract for Edwards Park pump station outfall pipe lining (Bids & Purchases Committee)
• Award of contract for Phase 1 construction of the Fire and Police Training Center (Bids & Purchases Committee)
• Rezoning of five parcels recently annexed off Highway 17 North (Planning Committee)
• Discussion of traffic‑calming initiatives for The Oaks neighborhood (Transportation Committee)

The committee approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended to the Town Council that the approximately 6.5‑acre parcel on Chandler Road be annexed and zoned as Rural Conservation‑2 (RC‑2). The committee also recommended approval of two zoning code amendments: one allowing a six‑foot setback for one‑story detached accessory structures, and another modifying standards for the Neighborhood Preservation Overlay District. Additionally, the committee recommended a one‑year extension of vested rights for the Retail at the Market at Oakland development and deferred action on rezoning five parcels off Highway 17 North.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended annexation and RC‑2 zoning of ~6.5 acres on Chandler Road (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of detached accessory structure setback amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Neighborhood Preservation Overlay District standards amendment (unanimous)
• Deferred action on rezoning recommendations for five parcels off Highway 17 North (no vote)
• Recommended one‑year extension of vested rights for Retail at the Market at Oakland (unanimous)

Bids & Purchases Committee

The Bids & Purchases Committee will approve minutes and award several contracts, including a lease‑purchase financing agreement for vehicles, pipe‑lining at Edwards Park, Phase 1 construction of the Fire and Police Training Center, construction‑management services, and trail projects. The Finance Committee will discuss a possible amendment to the Business License Code. The Planning Committee will review annexation and zoning proposals for Chandler Road and other parcels, and consider an extension of vested rights for the Retail at the Market at Oakland. The Transportation Committee will discuss traffic‑calming initiatives for The Oaks neighborhood and provide updates on traffic‑management projects.

• Award of FY26 lease‑purchase financing agreement for vehicles and equipment
• Award of contract for Edwards Park pump station outfall pipe lining
• Award of contract for Phase 1 construction of the Fire and Police Training Center
• Award of contract for Mathis Ferry Trail (5th Avenue to Eagle Street) and Scanlonville Praise House Trail
• Discussion of traffic‑calming initiatives for The Oaks neighborhood

The Bids & Purchases Committee unanimously approved the recommendation to lease‑purchase police vehicles, fire engines and a garbage truck. It also approved contracts for Edwards Park pump‑station pipe lining ($343,528.26), Phase 1 of the Fire and Police Training Center ($5,798,974), construction project‑management services ($162,932), the Mathis Ferry and Scanlonville Praise House Trails ($3,367,044.81), and storm‑water repairs at 1234 Waterfront Drive ($352,887). The minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting were approved as well.

• Approved recommendation to Town Council for FY26 lease‑purchase financing with TD Equipment Finance Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved awarding contract to James White Construction LLC for Edwards Park pipe lining, $343,528.26 (unanimous)
• Approved awarding contract to MPS Construction (MedPro Systems LLC) for Phase 1 Fire & Police Training Center, $5,798,974 (unanimous)
• Approved awarding contract to LCK LLC for construction project‑management services, $162,932 (unanimous)
• Approved awarding contract to IPW Construction Group LLC for Mathis Ferry and Scanlonville Praise House Trails, $3,367,044.81 (unanimous)
• Approved awarding contract to Groundhog Utilities LLC for headwall repair and pipe lining at 1234 Waterfront Drive, $352,887 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recorded no public comments (procedural)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on amendments to the Town's Business License Code. This includes updating the Class Schedule and other changes to Chapter 110 of the ordinance.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 110: Business License Code of Mount Pleasant Ordinance
• Updated Business License Class Schedule

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting. It discussed updates to the Business License Code, including class schedule changes and a new licensing requirement for non‑profit organizations. The committee unanimously approved the ordinance amendment and will forward it to the full Council. The chair requested further discussion of church daycare licensing at the December Finance Committee meeting.

• Approved August 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Business License Ordinance amendment as presented (unanimous)
• Moved Business License Ordinance amendment forward to full Council (unanimous)
• Scheduled further discussion on church daycare licensing at December Finance Committee meeting

Tree Task Force

The Tree Task Force will review the Community Forest Master Plan, discuss tree mitigation funds, and establish its meeting schedule for 2026. The meeting will be held at the Municipal Complex on Ann Edwards Lane.

• Approval of September 25, 2025 minutes
• Establish meeting schedule for 2026
• Review of Community Forest Master Plan goals
• Review of current tree program
• Discuss tree mitigation fund usage

The task force approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting, with all members voting in favor. It then established the dates for its 2026 meetings: Jan 29, Feb 26, Mar 26, Apr 30, May 21, Jun 25, and Jul 30. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved agenda – all present voted in favor
• Approved September 25, 2025 minutes – all present voted in favor
• Established 2026 meeting dates: Jan 29, Feb 26, Mar 26, Apr 30, May 21, Jun 25, Jul 30 – unanimous

Design Review Board

The Mount Pleasant Design Review Board met to review site plans for several commercial developments. The board denied a final review for Scrubby's and Dutch Bros and deferred the Shem Creek Boat Landing project. Several other projects were withdrawn by staff.

• Scrubby's and Dutch Bros denied final review
• Shem Creek Boat Landing preliminary review deferred
• Zaxby's approved with staff and board comments
• Venning Towers outdoor storage preliminary review deferred
• Seafair Retail Village, Grand Patriot, and Grand Lawn withdrawn by staff

The board approved the agenda, consent items, and September minutes. It approved additional presentation time and materials for the Scrubby’s and Dutch Bros project, then denied the request to address staff and board comments after amending the motion, passing 5‑1. The board approved the Zaxby’s project with conditions, deferred the Venning Towers application, and noted that three Patriots Point projects were withdrawn by staff.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Spartina Creek Vested Rights Extension by consent (unanimous)
• Approved September minutes (unanimous)
• Approved additional five minutes presentation for Scrubby’s/Dutch Bros (unanimous)
• Approved submission of additional materials for Scrubby’s/Dutch Bros (unanimous)
• Denied Scrubby’s/Dutch Bros request to address comments (amended) – vote 5‑1
• Approved Zaxby’s project with conditions (unanimous)
• Deferred Venning Towers application (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will review three staff‑reported cases. Two requests for variances—removing trees at 1042 Chambers Lane and allowing a garage encroachment at 933 McCants Drive—are slated for denial. The Board will approve a special exception to replace and relocate outdoor lighting at the community recreation facility at 790 Creekside Drive. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval and public comment.

• Denied: relief from §156.702 E.2 to remove three laurel oaks at 1042 Chambers Lane
• Denied: relief from rear‑yard setback standards to allow garage encroachment at 933 McCants Drive
• Approved: special exception under §156.1206 to replace/relocate outdoor lighting at 790 Creekside Drive (R‑1 residential district)

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied the relief request to remove trees at 1042 Chambers Lane and denied the variance request for an attached garage at 933 McCants Drive. It approved a special exception to replace outdoor lighting at the recreation facility on 790 Creekside Drive. All votes were recorded as noted in the minutes.

• Denied tree‑removal relief request at 1042 Chambers Lane (4‑2 vote)
• Denied variance for garage setback at 933 McCants Drive (4‑2 vote)
• Approved special exception for lighting at 790 Creekside Drive (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Mount Pleasant Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider annexing approximately 6.5 acres and zoning them RC-2, along with a text amendment to the Zoning Code. The meeting will also include a sketch plan request for a land development waiver and a staff presentation on commercial development processes.

• Public Hearing: Annexation and zoning of 6.5 acres at Chandler Road (TMS No. 615-00-00-022)
• Public Hearing: Zoning Code text amendment regarding accessory structures and Neighborhood Preservation Overlay District
• Sketch Plan: Request for land development waiver at 1328 Erckmann Dr (SP-05-25)
• Presentation: Engineering and Development Services Department on commercial development and density standards
• Approval of Minutes and General Correspondence

The commission approved the agenda and minutes unanimously. It approved the annexation and RC‑2 zoning of about 6.5 acres on Chandler Road and adopted a zoning code amendment that changes accessory‑structure standards and the Neighborhood Preservation Overlay District, with a recommendation to adjust the BAR for R‑3 and R‑4 zones. The commission denied a land‑development waiver for 1328 Erckmann Dr, set a policy that easement subdivisions are not allowed unless the parcel is at least one acre, and scheduled a special meeting on Nov 17 to consider reducing Rural Residential density from 3 to 1 unit per acre.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved annexation and RC-2 zoning of ~6.5 acres on Chandler Road (unanimous)
• Approved zoning code amendment for accessory structures and Neighborhood Preservation Overlay District, with BAR adjustment recommendation (unanimous)
• Denied land development waiver to subdivide access easement at 1328 Erckmann Dr (unanimous)
• Agreed easement subdivisions not allowed unless parcel ≥1 acre (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting Nov 17 to review draft ordinance changing Rural Residential density from 3 to 1 unit/acre (unanimous)

GREEN Commission

The GREEN Commission will continue discussions regarding the creation of a Local Wetland Ordinance to address regulatory gaps. The body will also receive education from Clemson Extension on the Asian Longhorned Beetle.

• Discussion on creating a Local Wetland Ordinance
• Education on the invasive Asian Longhorned Beetle
• Updates on the Canopy Restoration Program and Town Hall Pollinator Garden
• Waterway Clean-up event scheduled for November 8th at Shem Creek Park
• Update regarding SC Arbor Day and Pitt Street Bridge

The Green Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. The commission continued discussion of a proposed local wetland ordinance, with staff tasked to revise the draft. An education presentation on the Asian Longhorned Beetle was given, and upcoming community events were reviewed. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee will review and possibly act on the Accommodations Tax (ATAX) application process. It will also consider changes to the committee's meeting process (ATAC). The agenda includes routine approval of minutes from April 3 and September 30, 2025, and a period for public comments.

• Approve minutes from April 3, 2025 and September 30, 2025 meetings
• Discuss and possible action on ATAX application process
• Discuss and possible action on ATAC meeting process
• Public comments

The committee approved the minutes from the April 3 and September 30, 2025 meetings, incorporating noted spelling corrections. Members voted unanimously to request that the town increase the Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee’s annual allocation from $150,000 to $200,000 to support six legacy events. The group also adopted several application changes and postponed a decision on separate scoring for cultural events until more data are collected.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved September 30, 2025 meeting minutes with spelling corrections (all in favor)
• Approved request to increase ATAC funding from $150,000 to $200,000 for six legacy events (all present voted in favor)
• Retained the position title field in ATAC applications
• Kept the start‑up question in ATAC applications
• Maintained the full budget document request in ATAC applications
• Considered eliminating redundant hotel information from applications
• Agreed to revisit cultural‑event scoring after gathering three‑year historical data

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold final readings on the annexation and zoning of parcels on Beehive Road and Highway 17 North. Members will also consider a 4% wage adjustment for first responders and a resolution promoting civility.

• Final reading for annexation and CC zoning of 1.36 acres at 1096 and 1076 Beehive Road
• Final reading for annexation of 11.85 acres along Highway 17 North between Thomas Goodwater Drive and Tupelo Forest Drive
• Final reading for CC zoning of 11.85 acres along Highway 17 North
• Possible action on a 4% wage adjustment for first responders
• Adoption of Resolution R.25101 pledging to practice and promote civility

The council approved the meeting agenda with a unanimous vote. It also approved the minutes from the September 9 and September 22 special meetings, the August 2025 financial statement, and the regular October meeting minutes, again unanimously. No other substantive actions were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September minutes and August financial statement (unanimous)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will hold an executive session to review and discuss an Economic Development grant application. Afterward, the council will consider applications for three open seats on the Recreation Advisory Commission. The meeting also includes a public comment period and a recognition of Special Olympics golf champions.

• Review and discussion of an Economic Development grant application (executive session)
• Consideration of applications for three vacancies on the Recreation Advisory Commission
• Public comment period
• Recognition of Special Olympics Golf Champions from recent competitions
• Potential post‑executive‑session actions on discussed items

The council moved into executive session, then reconvened and approved economic incentives for WIN 808 LLC. The council also reappointed Gregory Winch, Richard Phillips, and Greer Hanlon to the Recreation Advisory Commission. All motions were approved by all members present.

• Approved economic incentives for WIN 808 LLC (all present voted in favor)
• Reappointed Gregory Winch, Richard Phillips, and Greer Hanlon to the Recreation Advisory Commission (all present voted in favor)
• Entered executive session to discuss agenda items (all present voted in favor)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a wage adjustment for first responders. This item is identified as Phase II of the 2025 Wage Study.

• Discussion and possible action on a 4% wage adjustment for first responders

The Human Resources Committee reviewed a proposal to implement a 4% wage adjustment for first responders as Phase II of the 2025 Wage Study. Councilman Rambo moved to recommend approval and immediate implementation, and the motion was seconded and passed unanimously. The committee will forward this recommendation to the full Council at its next meeting.

• Recommend 4% wage adjustment for police and fire approved unanimously

Education Committee

The Town of Mount Pleasant will hold a special council meeting to discuss implementing a proposed 2025 Wage Study and consider adding personnel to the police and fire departments. The Education Committee will also meet to discuss public safety education campaigns.

• Special Town Council meeting to discuss 2025 Wage Study and police/fire staffing
• Education Committee to discuss public safety education campaign
• Bids & Purchases Committee to award contracts for sidewalks, pump replacement, and stormwater repair
• Public Services Committee to review parking options around Edwards Park
• Transportation Committee to update on Rivertowne Parkway and Highway 41 intersection

The committee approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other motions were adopted. Members discussed public‑safety education, social‑media timing, CPTED training, and door‑hanger outreach, but these remained proposals.

• Approved minutes from June 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will approve minutes from its August 4, 2025 meeting and hear public comments. In executive session, members will review an Economic Development grant application and receive legal advice about a possible real‑property acquisition. After the session, the committee may act on any item discussed.

• Review and discussion of an Economic Development grant application (executive session)
• Legal advice related to potential acquisition of real property (executive session)
• Approval of minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting
• Public comments from attendees
• Possible action on any item discussed in the executive session

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting. Councilman Rambo moved, and Councilman Iacofano seconded, a motion to go into executive session, which was also approved unanimously. No other votes were taken after reconvening.

• Approved August 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will meet at 12:30 p.m. to review project status reports. Items include an update on Rivertowne Parkway and the SC Highway 41 intersection, a progress report on the Charleston County Highway 41 Corridor Improvement, and briefings on traffic management and the Lexington Drive/US 17 intersection. No formal actions are listed; the agenda consists of informational updates.

• Update on Rivertowne Parkway and SC Highway 41 intersection
• Update on Charleston County Highway 41 Corridor Improvement project
• Update on Traffic Management
• Update on Lexington Drive and US Highway 17 intersection

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting, with the motion passing unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of project updates and public comments.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Human Resources Committee

The Town of Mount Pleasant will hold multiple committee meetings on Monday, October 6, 2025, including a Special Town Council meeting to discuss implementing a proposed 2025 Wage Study and adding personnel to the police and fire departments. Other committees will address sidewalk construction contracts, off-leash dog hours, and transportation updates.

• Special Town Council meeting to discuss 2025 Wage Study and police/fire hiring
• Bids & Purchases Committee to award sidewalk and stormwater repair contracts
• Health, Recreation & Events Committee to discuss off-leash dog hours
• Transportation Committee to review Rivertowne Parkway and Highway 41 intersection
• Public Services Committee to review parking options around Edwards Park

The committee approved the minutes from the September 2 and September 18, 2025 meetings, with the motion passing unanimously. No other motions were adopted; the remaining topics were discussed for possible future action.

• Approved September 2 and September 18 meeting minutes (unanimous)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council and its committees will meet on October 6, 2025 to approve minutes, hear public comments, and address a range of items. Committee agendas include awarding contracts for sidewalks, a park pump replacement, and stormwater repairs, as well as discussing off‑leash dog hour locations and transportation project updates. The Special Town Council meeting will discuss the proposed 2025 Wage Study and the possible addition of personnel to the police and fire departments.

• Award of a contract for the construction of sidewalks and multi‑use paths (Bids & Purchases Committee)
• Award of a contract for the Edwards Park pump replacement (Bids & Purchases Committee)
• Award of a contract for stormwater repair in the Wando East neighborhood (Bids & Purchases Committee)
• Discussion of designating locations for off‑leash dog hours (Health, Recreation & Events Committee)
• Consideration of the 2025 Wage Study and possible addition of police and fire personnel (Special Town Council)

The council voted to adopt the 2025 wage study Phase 1, allocating $1,537,000 for immediate implementation. They also approved funding for 12 additional public‑safety positions (six firefighters, four police corporals, and two community service officers). The amendment adding these positions passed 6‑3, while a separate amendment to add a 4 % salary increase failed 5‑4. The final motion, incorporating the wage‑study funding and new positions, was adopted unanimously, with remaining funds sent to committees for further review.

• Approved Phase 1 wage study implementation ($1,537,000) – unanimous vote
• Approved 12 additional public‑safety positions (6 firefighters, 4 police corporals, 2 CSOs) – passed 6‑3
• Rejected amendment to add a 4 % salary increase – failed 5‑4
• Adopted main motion as amended, authorizing wage study and new positions – unanimous approval

Bids & Purchases Committee

The Town of Mount Pleasant will hold multiple committee meetings on October 6, 2025. The Bids & Purchases Committee is scheduled to award contracts for sidewalk construction, Edwards Park pump replacement, and stormwater repair. The Special Town Council Meeting will discuss implementing a proposed 2025 Wage Study and adding personnel to the police and fire departments.

• Award of contract for construction of sidewalks and multi-use paths
• Award of contract for Edwards Park pump replacement
• Award of contract for stormwater repair in Wando East neighborhood
• Discussion and possible action to implement proposed 2025 Wage Study
• Consideration and possible action of addition of personnel to police and fire departments

The Bids & Purchases Committee approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. It approved contracts to construct sidewalks and multi‑use paths, replace the pump at Edwards Park, and repair stormwater infrastructure in the Wando East neighborhood. All motions were seconded and passed unanimously.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved contract for sidewalks and multi‑use paths (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Edwards Park pump replacement (unanimous)
• Approved contract for stormwater repair in Wando East neighborhood (unanimous)

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will approve minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting, recognize employee years of service, and discuss parking options near Edwards Park. Public comments will be heard before the meeting adjourns.

• Approval of minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting
• Recognition of employee years of service
• Review of parking options around Edwards Park

The committee approved the March 31, 2025 meeting minutes by a unanimous vote. The employee‑recognition agenda item was postponed because the honorees were unavailable. Members discussed parking options at Edwards Park, reviewing signage and four possible strategies, and agreed to monitor the situation and explore vegetation barriers rather than immediate new measures.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed employee years‑of‑service recognition agenda item
• Committee agreed to monitor Edwards Park parking and consider vegetation barriers

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council will conduct roll call, hear public comments, and approve the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It will review and vote on its by‑laws. The council will discuss priority projects for the session and hold nominations and an election for the Vice‑Chair position.

• Approval of minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting
• Review and approval of By‑laws
• Discussion of priority projects for the session
• Nominations and election of Vice‑Chair position
• Housekeeping Items

The council unanimously approved the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes and the new bylaws. It also approved three priority projects – crosswalk safety, a winter sports‑equipment drive, and a tentative NICU‑meals project for spring. Finally, Miles McLawhorn was elected vice‑chair of the council.

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new Youth Council bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved priority projects: crosswalk safety, winter sports‑equipment drive, and tentative spring NICU‑meals project (unanimous)
• Elected Miles McLawhorn as vice‑chair (unanimous)

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hear reports from various subcommittees. The agenda focuses on updates regarding art projects and marketing.

• Traffic Box Art subcommittee report
• Community/Performing Arts subcommittee report
• Town Hall Art subcommittee report
• Marketing subcommittee report

The commission approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It chose ten artworks (with two reserves) for the town’s traffic boxes and decided future replacements will use new designs from the original artists. The board postponed any financial support for James Haag’s recycled‑art project until the proposal is further developed. The Historical Commission was asked to explore featuring Jonathan Green’s work in the Town Hall exhibit and to report back with details.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Selected 10 artworks for traffic boxes, with two reserves
• Decided replacements for older boxes will use new designs from original artists
• Postponed financial support for James Haag recycled‑art proposal
• Requested Historical Commission to explore Jonathan Green exhibit and provide details

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee will consider funding presentations for the FY 25/26 spring cycle, covering a list of community events. The committee will also evaluate the funding committee’s recommendations for those events. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and a public comments period.

• Approval of minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting
• Public comments
• FY 25/26 Spring Cycle Funding Presentations for events including Charleston Race Week, Charleston Restaurant Foundation, Charleston Wine + Food, Coastal Cyclists, Colour of Music Inc., Cooper River Bridge Run, Mount Pleasant Symphony, Rice Planter’s Golf, South Carolina Surf Soccer (2), and Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
• FY 25/26 Spring Cycle Funding Committee Evaluations

The Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee postponed the approval of the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes to the next meeting so members could review them. No other items were approved, denied, or tabled during this session.

• Deferred approval of April 3, 2025 minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider appeals for three previously denied cases. These requests involve tree removal, mitigation waivers, and building area ratio calculations.

• Case V-29-25: Request to remove a 34’’ Live Oak Tree at 1153 N Shadow Drive
• Case V-32-25: Request to waive mitigation for a 32’’ and 29’’ Laurel Oak at 253 Coinbow Circle
• Case V-33-25: Request to include marsh area in building area ratio calculations at 217 Church Street

The Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously. It denied the request to remove a 34‑inch live oak at 1153 N. Shadow Drive by a 4‑to‑2 vote. It also denied a waiver for laurel‑oak mitigation at 253 Coinbow Circle (5‑to‑1) and a marsh‑land variance at 217 Church Street, the latter by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Denied tree‑removal variance at 1153 N. Shadow Drive (4‑2 vote)
• Denied laurel‑oak mitigation waiver at 253 Coinbow Circle (5‑1 vote)
• Denied marsh‑land use variance at 217 Church Street (unanimous)

Tree Task Force

The Mount Pleasant Tree Task Force will discuss staffing and organizational structure for tree protection. It will review tree removal and mitigation procedures for new and existing single‑family homes, commercial projects, the Board of Zoning Appeals, and capital projects. The meeting also includes a review of Tree Bank funding and an update on tree canopy coverage data.

• Review of tree removal and mitigation processes for various development types
• Review of Tree Bank funding
• Update on tree canopy coverage data
• Review of staffing organization and structure for tree protection
• Overview of facilitator role and discussion of timeline

The Tree Task Force unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The members also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. No other actions or decisions were taken during this session.

• Approved agenda (all voted in favor)
• Approved August 28, 2025 minutes (all voted in favor)

Design Review Board

The Mount Pleasant Commercial Design Review Board will approve the agenda, minutes, and public comments before reviewing six commercial projects. It will vote on consent motions for extensions and site reviews at 515 Coleman Blvd, Bowman Place on Old Georgetown Rd, Circle K at Long Point Rd & Wando Park Blvd, and a Residence Inn on Harry M. Hallman Blvd. The board will also note staff‑commented approval for Roper at 512 Johnnie Dodds and denial of Scrubby’s and Dutch Bros at Hwy 17 & George Browder Blvd.

• 515 Coleman – Extension Consent Motion (515 Coleman Blvd)
• Bowman Place – Revisions Consent Motion (1344, 1350, & 1356 Old Georgetown Rd)
• Roper – Approved with staff comments (512 Johnnie Dodds)
• Scrubby’s and Dutch Bros – Denied (Hwy 17 & George Browder Blvd)
• Circle K – Wando Park Consent Motion (Long Point Rd & Wando Park Blvd)

The Mount Pleasant Commercial Design Review Board approved several consent items and a Roper site plan, but denied the Scrubby's and Dutch Bros proposal at Hwy 17 & George Browder Blvd, requiring the applicant to address staff and board comments. The denial was unanimous with all members present voting in favor.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent items: 515 Coleman extension, Bowman Place revisions, Circle K Wando Park extension (unanimous)
• Approved Residence Inn site/landscape/architecture (unanimous, Richardson abstaining)
• Approved August minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Roper site/landscape/architecture (unanimous, Richardson abstaining)
• Denied Scrubby's and Dutch Bros site plan (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Recreation Advisory Commission will approve its agenda and the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will provide website updates and updates on MPRD programs and projects. The meeting includes a public comment segment and a new business item before adjournment.

• Approval of Agenda
• Approval of Minutes from the June 17, 2025 Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
• Website Updates
• MPRD Program and Project Updates
• Public Comment

The Recreation Advisory Commission approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. Recreation Director TJ Rostin agreed to email information about the commission hosting a table at the upcoming Trunk or Treat event.

• Approved agenda
• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes
• Agreed to email information on Trunk‑or‑Treat table

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council is holding a special meeting to take action on the millage rate and sales tax credit factor. This process determines the local property tax rate for the community.

• Action to establish a Millage Rate and Sales Tax Credit Factor

At the special meeting, the Town Council voted on the millage rate and Local Option Sales Tax credit factor. The motion to adopt a 34.7‑mill operating rate and a 0.00037 credit factor was approved by a 5‑4 vote. Councilmembers Whitley, Rambo, Iacofano, Santos and Brownstein voted yes; Hyatt, Chapman, Tinkey and Mayor Haynie voted no.

• Adopt 34.7 operating millage rate and LOST credit factor (5-4)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on an Employee Wage Study. The meeting includes a period for public comments.

• Discussion and possible action on Employee Wage Study

The Human Resources Committee heard a presentation of the employee wage study and discussed its findings on pay gaps and public‑safety incentives. No formal motions were made, and the committee decided to forward the study’s recommendations to the full council at the next meeting. Chairman Iacofano asked that the raw data be provided to all council members before that meeting.

• No formal motion made; recommendations to be forwarded to full council

Planning Commission

The Mount Pleasant Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 17, 2025. The agenda consists of standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of the agenda and minutes, and a recommendations update. No substantive business, projects, or public hearings are listed because there is a lack of business for this month.

Construction Board of Adjustments

The Construction Board of Adjustments will meet on September 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM in the Mount Pleasant Municipal Complex. The board will approve the agenda and minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. The board will hold a public hearing on the appeal of a denied construction permit for 41½ Vincent Drive (Permit 2024‑RSFR‑000078). An executive session will address legal advice related to the same permit item.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from September 2, 2025 meeting
• Executive session: legal advice on 41½ Vincent Drive permit (Permit 2024‑RSFR‑000078)
• Public hearing on appeal of denied permit for 41½ Vincent Drive (Permit 2024‑RSFR‑000078)

The Construction Board of Adjustments unanimously denied the appeal for TMS # 535-13-00-138, Permit 2024‑RSFR‑000078, citing failure to meet section 153.05 requirements. Earlier motions to approve the agenda, approve prior minutes, enter executive session for legal advice, and accept additional documentation also passed unanimously. No other actions were taken before adjournment at 6:15 pm.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on agenda item H (unanimous)
• Accepted additional documentation for appeal (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for 41½ Vincent Drive permit (unanimous)

GREEN Commission

The Mount Pleasant GREEN Commission will discuss ideas and dates for invasive plant removal and native tree planting. It will also continue talks on outreach opportunities with homeowners' associations and standardized environmental presentations. Updates will be given on the local wetland ordinance, the canopy restoration program, and the Asian Longhorned Beetle. The meeting includes announcements of several upcoming community environmental events.

• Further discussion of project ideas and dates for invasive removal and native tree planting
• Further discussion on developing outreach opportunities with HOAs and standardized presentations
• Update on Local Wetland Ordinance
• Update on Canopy Restoration Program
• Update on Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB)

The Green Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. The commission also unanimously approved the creation of a technical working group to develop the draft local wetland ordinance. Additionally, the commission agreed to look for a first‑week‑of‑December date, coinciding with Arbor Day, to complete the Pitt Street invasive‑plant removal and native‑tree planting project. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes (all in favor)
• Approved formation of technical working group for wetland ordinance (all in favor)
• Agreed to seek a first‑week‑of‑December date for Pitt Street planting project

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to review applications for board vacancies. The session includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and board appointments.

• Board of Zoning Appeals application (1 vacancy)
• Planning Commission application (1 vacancy)
• Historical Commission applications
• Personnel matter regarding the conduct of a Town board member

The Town Council unanimously appointed Georgette Rivera to the Historical Commission, Andrea Kornick to the Board of Zoning Appeals, and reappointed Brett Bennett to the Planning Commission. A motion to remove Deidre Kennedy from the Tree Task Force was voted down 6‑2. No other actions were taken.

• Appointed Georgette Rivera to the Historical Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Andrea Kornick to the Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Reappointed Brett Bennett to the Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Motion to remove Deidre Kennedy from the Tree Task Force failed (6-2)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a final reading of an ordinance to issue and sell up to $60,000,000 in waterworks and sewer system revenue bonds. The council will also hold first readings on rezoning a parcel at 1124 Venning Road and on annexing and zoning two parcels at 1096 and 1076 Beehive Road. Additional items include a final reading on annexing five parcels totaling 11.85 acres along Highway 17 North. Public comment and routine approvals are also on the agenda.

• Final Reading: Ordinance to issue and sell not exceeding $60,000,000 waterworks and sewer system revenue bonds (Ord. No. 25045)
• First Reading: Ordinance to rezone 0.98 acres at 1124 Venning Road from AB‑1 to AB‑2 (Ord. No. 25046)
• First Reading: Ordinance to annex two parcels (~1.36 acres) at 1096 and 1076 Beehive Road (Ord. No. 25047)
• First Reading: Ordinance to zone the same two parcels as Community Conservation District (Ord. No. 25048)
• Final Reading: Ordinance to annex five parcels totaling 11.85 acres along Highway 17 North between Thomas Goodwater Drive and Tupelo Forest Drive (Ord. No. 25033)

The council unanimously approved the final reading of Ordinance No. 25045, authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $60 million in waterworks and sewer system revenue bonds. Council members also denied a rezoning request for 1124 Venning Road, converting an AB‑1 district to AB‑2. They approved the annexation and Community Conservation District zoning of two parcels at 1096 and 1076 Beehive Road. The council deferred two larger annexation and zoning proposals for five parcels along Highway 17, with votes of 6‑2 and 7‑1 respectively.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25045 for $60 M waterworks bonds (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 1124 Venning Road from AB‑1 to AB‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 1096 and 1076 Beehive Road parcels (Ordinance No. 25047) (unanimous)
• Approved CC zoning of 1096 and 1076 Beehive Road parcels (Ordinance No. 25048) (unanimous)
• Deferred annexation of five parcels along Highway 17 (Ord. 25033) (6‑2)
• Deferred CC zoning of five parcels along Highway 17 (Ord. 25034) (7‑1)

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council will meet to approve previous minutes, review parliamentary rules, and nominate officers for the 2025 session. The agenda includes a discussion on priority projects for the upcoming term.

• Approval of minutes from January 2, 2025
• Review of Robert's Rules of Order
• Nominations and election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of priority projects for the session

The council approved the minutes from the January 2, 2025 meeting unanimously. Lily Byrnes was elected chair of the Youth Council. The vice‑chair vote ended in a tie, so the election was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved January 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Lily Byrnes as Chair (vote passed)
• Vice‑chair election tied; postponed to next meeting

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission will review the minutes from its August 6, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, and receive reports from five subcommittees covering traffic box art, student art, community/performing arts, sweetgrass revitalization, and marketing. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. The discussion on the traffic box art piece was postponed, with the final decision to be revisited at the next meeting. The commission also agreed to develop educational materials about the artwork and to continue planning new traffic box art installations.

• Approved August 6 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled final decision on traffic box art (to be revisited next month)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to review an Employee Wage Study. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss a personnel matter regarding the conduct of an individual serving on a Town board.

• Review of Employee Wage Study
• Executive session regarding the conduct of a Town board member

The Human Resources Committee approved the August 4, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. Members voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss a board member conduct issue. Afterward the committee approved a motion for legal counsel to review the matter and refer it to the full council, also by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved August 4, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved motion to go into executive session on personnel matter (unanimous)
• Approved legal counsel review and referral to council of board member conduct issue (3-0)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will meet to receive updates on local infrastructure and enforcement. The body will discuss specific intersection improvements and the implementation of a new pedestrian crossing system.

• Update on the intersection of Rivertowne Parkway and SC Highway 41
• Review of the new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) road crossing system near Whitesides Elementary School
• Update on enforcement of e-bikes and motorbikes
• Traffic Management Update on ongoing projects

The committee approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other motions or approvals were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates and discussion of ongoing projects.

• Approved August 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review recommendations for rezoning parcels on Venning Road and annexing parcels on Beehive Road. The body will also discuss regulations for detached accessory structure heights and demolitions in older neighborhoods.

• R-20-25: Request to rezone two parcels on Venning Road from AB-1 to AB-2
• R-21-25: Request to annex and zone CC two parcels at 1076 and 1096 Beehive Road
• Discussion on heights of detached accessory structures
• Discussion on demolitions and rebuilds in older neighborhoods

The committee approved the minutes from the June 30 and August 4 meetings. It voted unanimously to recommend the Town Council deny the Venning Road rezoning request (R-20-25). It also voted unanimously to recommend the Town Council approve the Beehive Road annex and zoning request (R-21-25). Two motions on accessory‑structure height limits and on demolitions/rebuilds each tied 2‑2, so the committee forwarded those items to the Town Council with no recommendation.

• Approved minutes from June 30 and August 4 meetings (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council deny Venning Road rezoning (R-20-25) (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council approve Beehive Road annex and zoning (R-21-25) (unanimous)
• Motion to add height limit for accessory structures failed 2‑2; forwarded with no recommendation
• Motion to remove 40% size limit for accessory structures failed 2‑2; forwarded with no recommendation
• Motion on demolitions and rebuilds failed 2‑2; forwarded with no recommendation

Flood Resilience Committee

The Flood Resilience Committee will meet to discuss the Remley’s Point Micro Stormwater Drainage Project and recap events on SC7. The committee will also recognize staff for their work containing a hazardous material spill.

• Presentation of Remley’s Point Micro Stormwater Drainage Project
• Recap of SC7 events
• Recognition of staff for hazardous material spill containment

The Flood Resilience Committee approved the minutes from the June 30 and August 4, 2025 meetings. The motion was moved by Howard Chapman, seconded by Jake Rambo, and carried unanimously. No other actions or votes were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 9:34 a.m.

• Approved June 30 and August 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Bids & Purchases Committee

The Mount Pleasant Bids & Purchases Committee will meet to approve two contracts: one for sidewalk and pedestrian advisory lane improvements and another for the 2025 resurfacing project. The meeting is procedural with no major policy decisions expected.

• Award of contract for sidewalk and pedestrian advisory lane improvements
• Award of contract for 2025 resurfacing project

The Bids & Purchases Committee approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting. It also approved a contract for the design of sidewalk and pedestrian advisory lane improvements. Finally, it approved a contract for the 2025 road resurfacing project. All present voted in favor of each action.

• Approved August 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk and pedestrian advisory lane design contract (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 road resurfacing contract (unanimous)

Construction Board of Adjustments

The Mount Pleasant Construction Board of Adjustments will hold a regular meeting to elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, appoint a secretary, and review proposed bylaws and rules of procedure. The board will also receive an update on upcoming changes to the International Residential Code and International Building Code.

The Construction Board of Adjustments appointed Andy Clark as Chair and John Ratliff as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The Board also approved the Town Building Official (or designee) as Secretary after amending the original motion. The agenda, prior meeting minutes, and the reviewed rules of procedure were each approved unanimously.

• Appointed Andy Clark as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed John Ratliff as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Town Building Official or designee as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 6, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted reviewed rules of procedure (unanimous)

Tree Task Force

The Tree Task Force will convene to review its rules, discuss the Community Forest Master Plan, and review the Town's tree canopy history using aerial photography. The group will also receive an update on the public tree inventory.

• Review of Task Force rules and procedures
• Discussion of the Community Forest Master Plan
• Review of tree canopy history using aerial photography
• Update on the public tree inventory
• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan and Tree Ordinance

The task force elected James McKee as chair and approved both the meeting agenda and the July 28 minutes, each unanimously. Members also agreed to hold monthly meetings and use formal motions for decisions. No other formal actions were taken.

• Elected James McKee as Chair (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted monthly meeting schedule (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Mount Pleasant Design Review Board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and take final action on three commercial site plans: a Drury Hotel, a Zaxby’s restaurant, and a Circle K convenience store. All items involve site, landscape, and architectural reviews at specific addresses.

• Final approval of Drury Hotel site plan at 261 Johnnie Dodds (TMS #517-00-00-023)
• Preliminary review of Zaxby’s restaurant at 3294 N Hwy 17 (TMS #598-00-00-404)
• Final approval of Circle K at Wando Park (TMS #537-00-00-152)

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the July meeting minutes. It then approved the Drury Hotel project at 261 Johnnie Dodds, subject to all staff comments. The board also approved the Circle K – Wando Park project, conditional on staff comments. No decision was made on the Zaxby’s application.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Drury Hotel project, subject to staff comments (unanimous)
• Approved Circle K – Wando Park project, subject to staff comments (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Mount Pleasant Board of Zoning Appeals will review six tree-protection rule waiver requests for residential projects, including new homes and additions. One tree-removal request was denied, one was approved, and one case was withdrawn by staff before the meeting. The board will also hear public comment and conduct routine procedural items.

• Case V-22-25: Waiver request for 3691 Locklear Lane to encroach within Tree Protection Zone of a 59" Live Oak Tree for new home construction
• Case V-24-25: Waiver request for 930 Overview Court to encroach within Tree Protection Zones of a 35" Red Oak Tree and a 32" Live Oak Tree for accessory structure
• Case V-25-25: Waiver request for 517 Pelzer Drive to encroach within Tree Protection Zones of three oak trees for residence addition
• Case V-29-25: Request to remove a 34" Live Oak Tree at 1153 N Shadow Drive
• Case V-31-25: Approved waiver for Rifle Range Park recreation building to exceed height limit by 3.5 feet

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing a recreation building at Rifle Range Park to exceed the height limit by 3 feet 6 inches (6‑1 vote). It denied a request to remove a 25‑inch cedar tree at 933 McCants Drive (unanimous). The Board also approved a motion, after amendment, to require additional photos and a structural engineering assessment for the tree removal request at 1153 N Shadow Drive (6‑1 vote). Agenda and minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion for additional photos and structural engineering assessment for 1153 N Shadow Drive (6‑1)
• Denied tree removal request at 933 McCants Drive (unanimous)
• Approved height variance for Rifle Range Park (6‑1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a street name change and two zoning requests. The body will also receive a presentation on the single-family site development process and discuss updates to the 2025 Rules of Procedure.

• Proposed street name change to Koedding Lane in the Rivertowne Tributary neighborhood
• Request to rezone two parcels on Venning Road to AB-2
• Request to annex and zone CC 1076 and 1096 Beehive Road
• Presentation on single-family site development process from Engineering and Development Services Department
• Proposed update to 2025 Rules of Procedure

The commission approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously. It approved the street name change to Koedding Lane. It denied the rezoning request for two parcels on Venning Road by a 7‑to‑1 vote. It approved the rezoning of 1076 and 1096 Beehive Road and adopted the amended 2025 Rules of Procedure.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved street name change to Koedding Lane (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of two Venning Road parcels (7-1 vote)
• Approved rezoning of 1076 and 1096 Beehive Road (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Rules of Procedure amendment (unanimous)

GREEN Commission

The commission is continuing discussions on identifying sites and dates for removing invasive plants and replanting native trees. Members will also discuss developing standardized educational presentations for outreach with HOAs.

• Discussion of project ideas and dates for invasive removal and native tree replanting
• Development of outreach and education presentations for HOAs
• Updates on Wetlands Ordinance and Canopy Restoration
• Learning To Compost Workshops at Hamlin Plantation Garden Club (Sept 3) and Belle Hall (Sept 21)
• Native Trees and Shrubs of SC workshop at Wando Mount Pleasant Library (Sept 18)

The Green Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior minutes. Members agreed to develop a survey for homeowners' associations and draft an email to schools to guide future outreach. They also approved starting a small planting project at Pitt Street Bridge with temporary QR‑code signage for volunteers.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to create HOA survey and report back at next meeting
• Agreed to draft outreach email to schools and organizations
• Agreed to begin a pilot invasive‑removal/planting project at Pitt Street Bridge with QR‑code signage

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will hold a special meeting to enter executive session for legal advice on pending litigation and contractual matters related to the Harbor Entrepreneur Center and the Faison Road property. The council may also consider applications for the GREEN Commission during the executive session.

• Legal advice on pending litigation: James N. Deierlein, Jr., et al. vs. Commission of Public Works (2023-CP-10-01688)
• Legal and contractual matters for Harbor Entrepreneur Center
• Legal and contractual matters for Faison Road property
• Consideration of 4 applications for GREEN Commission vacancies

The council entered an executive session by unanimous vote. After reconvening, members approved a $100,000 allocation from the Economic Development budget to the Harbor Entrepreneur Center, reappointed four members to the GREEN Commission, and directed legal counsel to act on the Town's Faison Road property. No other votes were taken.

• Executive session approved (all present voted in favor)
• Allocate $100,000 to Harbor Entrepreneur Center (all present voted in favor)
• Reappoint Rachel Honderd, Jim Westerhold, Olivia Flynn, Mary Conley to GREEN Commission (all present voted in favor)
• Direct legal counsel to act on Faison Road property as discussed in executive session (all present voted in favor)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will hold final votes on five zoning ordinances and one annexation, plus a franchise agreement with Lumos Fiber. The meeting also includes a resolution on the CARTA FY2026 budget and potential action on a donation from the IOP Connector Run for the Child.

• Final vote on zoning 0.50-acre tract at 1724 Lacannon Lane to AB-1 Areawide Business District (Ord. 25038)
• Final vote on zoning 0.66-acre parcel on North Highway 17 to Areawide Business-1 (Ord. 25039)
• Final vote on annexation of 0.78-acre parcel at 2965 North Highway 17 (Ord. 25040)
• Final vote on zoning 0.78-acre parcel at 2965 North Highway 17 to CC Community Conservation District (Ord. 25041)
• Final vote on Lumos Fiber franchise agreement (Ord. 25043)

Councilmember Brownstein moved to approve the agenda and Councilmember Chapman moved to approve the July 8 minutes and the June 2025 financial statement. Both motions were seconded and carried unanimously. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes and June 2025 financial statement (unanimous)

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The meeting scheduled for August 7, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had included the election of council leadership and a discussion of priority projects.

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The commission will receive reports from subcommittees regarding Town Hall art and the Community Arts Center. The meeting also includes a review of subcommittees and the introduction of a new commissioner.

• Town Hall Art subcommittee report
• Community Arts Center update
• New Commissioner introduction and subcommittee review

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Keller Mays, seconded by Chuck Lauer, and passed. No other formal actions were taken; the commission discussed upcoming art events and planned a scheduling poll for a sculpture project.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

The committee will review police matters including employee years of service and E-Bike enforcement. Members will also discuss the E-Bike Ordinance and enter an executive session for legal advice regarding pending litigation.

• Update on E-Bike enforcement
• Discussion of E-Bike Ordinance
• Executive Session regarding pending litigation captioned James N. Deierl

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee met on August 4, 2025, but a quorum was not present, so no motions were made and no actions were taken. Chief Arnold recognized two officers for five years of service and provided an update on e‑bike enforcement and education. The committee discussed pending changes to the e‑bike ordinance, which will be finalized at the next Town Council meeting. The meeting adjourned at 3:29 p.m.

• No motions made; no actions taken due to lack of quorum

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss personnel compensation. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of an Employee Wage Study.

• Review of Employee Wage Study

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. No formal action was taken on the employee wage study, but the committee expressed support for its continuation with results expected at the September meeting.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Supported continuation of employee wage study (no formal action)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss impact fees and potential property additions to the Multi-County Industrial Park. Members may also consider a letter of support for the South Carolina Shrimpers’ Association.

• Discussion and possible action to add property to the Multi-County Industrial Park (MCIP)
• Continued discussion regarding impact fees
• Possible action to craft a letter of support for the South Carolina Shrimpers’ Association
• Executive session regarding Harbor Entrepreneurship Center legal and contractual matters
• Executive session regarding Town-owned Faison Road property legal and contractual matters

The Economic Development Committee approved the June 30, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It moved to forward the proposed addition of a 500,000‑sq‑ft property on Faison Road to the Multi‑County Industrial Park to the Town Council, also unanimously. The committee entered executive session for legal matters and later recommended council action based on that session, both passed unanimously. No action was taken on the request for a letter of support for the South Carolina Shrimpers' Association.

• Approved June 30 minutes (unanimously)
• Forwarded Faison Road MCIP property item to Town Council (unanimously)
• Entered Executive Session for legal matters (unanimously)
• Recommended council action as discussed in Executive Session (unanimously)
• Took no action on shrimp association support request

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss traffic studies and bike path intersections. The body will also consider whether to deny municipal consent for the Highway 41 road improvement project.

• Discussion of an Isle of Palms to Mount Pleasant Beach Traffic Study
• Discussion of the Ben Sawyer Boulevard bike path intersection at Toler's Cove neighborhood
• Update on Old Village traffic calming improvements
• Possible action to deny municipal consent for the Highway 41 road improvement project

The Transportation Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 30, 2025 meeting. The committee then moved to an executive session and later unanimously instructed the town attorney to proceed as discussed regarding the Highway 41 road improvement project. No other motions were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 2:38 p.m.

• Approved June 30, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved to Executive Session at 2:34 p.m. (unanimous)
• Directed Town attorney to proceed as discussed on Highway 41 consent (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:38 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is discussing amendments to the Wilson Tract Planned Development District ordinance for the Towne Centre project. The body will also consider the annexation of parcels along Highway 17 North and rules for accessory structures and neighborhood rebuilds.

• Request to amend Wilson Tract Planned Development District ordinance for Towne Centre (41.74 acres)
• Proposed rezoning of 0.75-acre property at 1903 North Highway 17
• Annexation and zoning to Community Conservation District for 11.85 acres along Highway 17 North
• Discussion on heights of detached accessory structures
• Discussion on demolitions and rebuilds in older neighborhoods

The August 4, 2025 Planning Committee meeting did not have a quorum, so no votes or decisions were made. Committee members discussed the Towne Centre Planned Development amendment, a proposed annexation and zoning change, accessory‑structure height guidelines, and demolition issues, but no actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 1:32 pm.

Flood Resilience Committee

The Flood Resilience Committee will meet to review events on SC7 and recognize staff for their response to a hazardous material spill. The meeting also includes a call to order, approval of previous minutes, and public comments.

• Recap of SC7 events
• Staff recognition for hazardous material spill response and containment

The meeting was called to order at 11:03 a.m. but was canceled due to lack of a quorum. All agenda items will be carried forward to the September meeting. No decisions were made.

Bids & Purchases Committee

The Bids & Purchases Committee will meet to award several infrastructure and planning contracts. The committee is deciding on vendors for trail design, facility repairs, and environmental planning.

• Contract award for the design of the IOP Connector Trail
• Contract award for Remley’s Point drainage improvements
• Contract award for Old Village traffic calming improvements
• Contract award for the replacement of the fire pump system at the Public Safety Training Facility
• Contract award for development of an Environmental Strategic Plan

The Bids & Purchases Committee approved the minutes from the June 30, 2025 meeting. It then unanimously approved contracts for the IOP Connector Trail design, replacement of the fire pump system at the Public Safety Training Facility, Remley’s Point drainage improvements, Old Village traffic‑calming improvements, and development of an Environmental Strategic Plan.

• Approved contract for IOP Connector Trail design (unanimous)
• Approved contract for replacement of fire pump system at Public Safety Training Facility (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Remley’s Point drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Old Village traffic‑calming improvements (unanimous)
• Approved contract for development of an Environmental Strategic Plan (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on a $60M revenue bond for Mount Pleasant Waterworks. The committee will also review the CARTA FY26 Proposed Budget and a request to donate proceeds from the IOP Connector Run for the Child.

• Possible action on a $60M Revenue Bond for Mount Pleasant Waterworks
• Presentation of the CARTA FY26 Proposed Budget
• Request to donate back proceeds from the IOP Connector Run for the Child

The committee approved the June 30, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend that the full Council approve a $60 M revenue bond for Mount Pleasant Waterworks. The committee also approved donating the proceeds from the IOP Connector Run for the Child and approved the CARTA FY26 proposed budget. All motions passed with the votes of all members present.

• Approved June 30, 2025 minutes (all present voted in favor)
• Recommended $60 M Mount Pleasant Waterworks revenue bond to full Council (all present voted in favor)
• Approved donation of IOP Connector Run for the Child proceeds (all present voted in favor)
• Approved CARTA FY26 proposed budget (all present voted in favor)

Water Supply and Resources Committee

The Water Supply and Resources Committee will receive updates from Mount Pleasant Waterworks. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action on allowing Mount Pleasant Waterworks to issue a $60M Revenue Bond.

• Discussion and possible action on a $60M Revenue Bond for Mount Pleasant Waterworks
• Mount Pleasant Waterworks updates

The committee approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then unanimously recommended that the Town Council approve a $60 million revenue bond for Mount Pleasant Waterworks. No members of the public offered comments, and the bond issuance timeline was outlined. The meeting adjourned at 9:36 a.m.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended $60 million revenue bond issuance for waterworks (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Commercial Design Review Board will conduct final reviews for multiple sites and a preliminary review for a new development. The board is evaluating site, landscape, and architectural plans for various commercial properties.

• Preliminary Review of Scrubby’s Car Wash and Dutch Bro’s Coffee at Hwy 17 & George Browder Blvd
• Final Review of Tesla Charging Station at 3045 Ironclad Aly
• Final Review of Erckman Pool Club at 1305 Erckman Dr
• Final Review of Drigger’s Small Engine at Pepper Tract
• Final Review of Highway 17 N Retail Village

The board appointed Ms. Richardson as temporary chair and approved the meeting agenda. Consent motions approved the Bowman Place Outparcel #4 and 808 Coleman projects. Several development applications were approved, including the Tesla charging station with arborist consultation, the Erckman Pool Club revision, and the Drigger’s Small Engine plan preserving a live oak. The Highway 17 N Retail Village project was also approved.

• Appointed Ms. Richardson as temporary chair (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Bowman Place Outparcel #4 and 808 Coleman by consent (unanimous)
• Approved Tesla Charging Station additional information and staff comments with arborist consultation and bollard removal (unanimous)
• Approved Erckman Pool Club revision (unanimous)
• Approved Drigger’s Small Engine Master Plan preserving tree #901 (unanimous)
• Approved extra five‑minute presentation time for Drigger’s Small Engine (unanimous)
• Approved Highway 17 N Retail Village development (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to discuss several requests for relief from zoning ordinances. These cases involve setbacks for new homes, additions, and accessory structures, as well as encroachments into tree protection zones.

• Case V-20-25: Request to encroach into 30-foot rear setback for a new home at 43 Vincent Drive
• Case V-22-25: Request to encroach within Tree Protection Zone of a 59’’ Live Oak at 3691 Locklear Lane
• Case V-25-25: Request to encroach within Tree Protection Zones of three oak trees at 517 Pelzer Drive
• Case V-26-25: Request for 0.9-foot encroachment into side accessory setback at 1449 Scott’s Creek Circle
• Case V-18-25: Request for side and rear accessory setback encroachments at 1013 Plantation Court

The Board denied variance requests for 317 North Civitas Street, 43 Vincent Drive, and 672 Pawley Road. It approved continuation of three tree‑zone relief cases, accepted neighbor letters, approved a withdrawal, a deferral, a new presentation, and granted approvals for a cabana encroachment and a propane tank setback.

• Approved continuation of tree‑zone relief cases V-22-25, V-24-25, V-25-25 (all in favor)
• Approved submission of neighbor letter for V-19-25 (3‑1 vote)
• Denied variance request V-19-25 (all in favor)
• Denied variance request V-20-25 (all in favor)
• Approved submission of letters of support for V-21-25 (3‑1 vote)
• Denied variance request V-21-25 (all in favor)
• Approved withdrawal of application V-23-25 (all in favor)
• Approved cabana encroachment V-26-25 (all in favor)

Tree Task Force

The Tree Task Force is meeting to introduce members and staff and discuss rules of procedure. The group will review Resolution R.25062 and relevant documents, including the Community Forest Master Plan and Zoning Code.

• Review of Resolution R.25062 establishing the Tree Task Force
• Discussion of the Mount Pleasant Community Forest Master Plan
• Review of the ToMP Zoning Code

The task force approved a set of operating principles, including conversational meetings, equal speaking opportunities, and formal motions with votes. It established a monthly meeting cadence on the last Thursday of each month, with dates through December 4, 2025. The group also set the agenda for the next meeting, covering a chair election, review of the Community Forest Master Plan, the tree ordinance, and related data.

• Adopted operating principles (conversation format, equal speaking, formal motions, etc.)
• Scheduled monthly meetings on the last Thursday at 8:00 AM (Aug 28, Sep 25, Oct 30, Dec 4 2025)
• Set next‑meeting agenda items: chair election, forest master plan overview, ordinance review, tree‑removal data, Tree Bank funding, land‑cover history, development impacts
• Requested printed copies of the Community Forest Master Plan and relevant zoning code sections for members
• Confirmed task force term of one year from this meeting and 75% attendance requirement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review proposed street names for The Towns at Carolina Park. Members will also discuss regulations for detached accessory structure heights and rules for demolitions and rebuilds in older neighborhoods.

• Street name approval for The Towns at Carolina Park (TMS No. 598-03-00-347)
• Discussion on heights of detached accessory structures
• Discussion on regulations for demolitions and rebuilds/major additions in older neighborhoods
• Review of Rules of Procedure Section II. (2)(B)(3)
• Legal Department presentation on Planning Commission Rules and the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act

The Planning Commission approved the agenda and minutes, both unanimously. It approved the street name request for The Towns at Carolina Park. The commission set height and setback standards for detached accessory structures and applied a building area ratio to the Old Mount Pleasant area. It also changed the rules of procedure for adding agenda items submitted at least 15 days in advance.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes (all in favor)
• Approved street name request for The Towns at Carolina Park (all in favor)
• Set accessory structure height limits: 20 ft in historic district, 25 ft elsewhere, with setbacks and size restrictions (agreed)
• Applied building area ratio to Old Mount Pleasant area south of Coleman Boulevard (agreed)
• Changed rules of procedure to require a member and two sponsoring board members' approval for agenda items submitted ≥15 days in advance (agreed)

GREEN Commission

The GREEN Commission is meeting to discuss community involvement following an SCDES grant for the Charleston Composts program. Members will also discuss education efforts regarding Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides and native tree planting projects.

• SCDES grant for participation in Charleston Composts program
• Outreach for Town Council Resolution No. 25072 regarding Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides
• Planning for invasive species removal and native tree replanting
• Development of standardized environmental presentations for HOAs
• Volunteer opportunities for SC-7 Ravenel Bridge Walk, Pitt Street Bridge marsh enhancement, and waterway clean-up

The GREEN Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes. The commission also approved a motion to send a letter to legislative representatives asking them to support Senate Bill S246. Members agreed to increase media coverage on the local impacts of second‑generation anticoagulant rodenticides and to create a subcommittee to review invasive‑removal sites with staff.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes (all in favor)
• Approved sending letter to legislators supporting Senate Bill S246 (all in favor)
• Agreed to increase media coverage on local impacts of SGARs
• Agreed to form subcommittee to review invasive removal sites with staff

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The commission will meet to receive reports from subcommittees regarding the annual budget and marketing. The body will also discuss specific art projects, including a student proposal and a recycled art project.

• College of Charleston Student Proposal for sculpture
• Recycled Art Project
• Annual Budget/Program Review

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 18 meeting. It also unanimously approved the College of Charleston student sculpture as a permanent installation. The board discussed budget sources, recycled‑art projects, and upcoming events, but no further actions were decided. The next meeting is set for August 6, 2025.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved College of Charleston student sculpture permanent installation (unanimous)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider a first reading for a five-year update to the 2019-2029 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also vote on several land annexations, rezoning requests, and a franchise agreement with Lumos Fiber of South Carolina, LLC.

• Public hearing and first reading for the 2019-2029 Comprehensive Plan 5-year update
• Proposed $10,000 allocation to Snowden Schoolhouse Association for emergency weatherization
• First reading of a nonexclusive franchise agreement with Lumos Fiber of South Carolina, LLC
• Proposed moratorium on major subdivision applications in Charleston County Historic Districts
• Proposed ordinance to amend e-bike sidewalk riding and penalty rules

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 10 meetings along with the May 2025 financial statement. A public hearing was held on the 5‑Year update to the 2019‑2029 Comprehensive Plan. Council members moved to deny an amendment (Ord. 25026) to the Watermark Planned Development District ordinance, but the minutes do not record the final vote outcome.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 10 minutes and May 2025 financial statement (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on 5‑Year update of 2019‑2029 Comprehensive Plan (no vote)
• Motion to deny Ordinance 25026 amendment to Watermark Planned Development – outcome not recorded

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss legal and personnel matters in executive session. The body will consider applications for multiple town commissions and a pending lawsuit involving the Commission of Public Works.

• Litigation: James N. Deierlein, Jr., et al. vs. the Commission of Public Works (2023-CP-10-01688)
• Board of Zoning Appeals (1 vacancy)
• Historic District Preservation Commission (1 vacancy)
• Culture, Arts & Pride Commission (1 vacancy)
• Tree Task Force (7 vacancies) and Commercial Design Review Board (2 vacancies)

The council entered executive session and later directed the Town Administrator to follow the discussion on the Deierline litigation. After reconvening, the council unanimously appointed members to several commissions and boards, and approved seven appointments to the Tree Task Force with a 7‑1 vote.

• Motion to enter executive session carried unanimously
• Directed Town Administrator to proceed on Deierline litigation item, unanimous
• Appointed Cheryll Woods Flowers to Board of Zoning Appeals, unanimous
• Appointed Krystine Edwards to Historic District Preservation Commission, unanimous
• Appointed Karen Smalls-Horlback to Culture, Arts and Pride Commission, unanimous
• Reappointed Timothy Kiel and appointed Daniel Cruz to Commercial Design Review Board, unanimous
• Appointed David Quick, Michelle Mansour, Shanna Harris, James McKee, Edward Oswald, Deidre Kennedy, George Grice to Tree Task Force, 7‑1

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee will meet to discuss several ongoing legal matters. The session includes reviews of police employee service and continued discussions on specific municipal regulations.

• Discussion regarding a ban on second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs)
• Discussion regarding state law and municipal ordinances for e-bikes and motorbikes
• Discussion of Lumos Fiber Franchise Agreement
• Review of police employee years of service

The committee approved the June 30 meeting minutes unanimously. It recommended the town fully support Senate Bill 246 to restrict second‑generation anticoagulant rodenticides. The committee also approved an educational campaign on the issue, an amendment to the e‑bike ordinance raising the speed limit to 15 mph, and a recommendation to adopt the Lumos Fiber franchise agreement. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 30, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended full support for Senate Bill 246 to ban SGARs (unanimous)
• Approved educational campaign on SGARs with the Green Commission (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to e‑bike ordinance to raise speed limit from 10 mph to 15 mph (unanimous)
• Recommended Lumos Fiber franchise agreement to Town Council (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will review a proposed resolution to oppose roadway construction through Laurel Hill Park. The body will also evaluate a request for traffic improvements at Mathis Ferry Road and Anna Knapp Boulevard.

• Proposed resolution opposing roadway construction through Laurel Hill Park
• Traffic improvement request for Mathis Ferry Road and Anna Knapp Boulevard
• Traffic Management update
• 2025 Pavement Management System roadways update

The Transportation Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. The committee also unanimously approved a motion to draft a resolution to the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Charleston County Council opposing the Highway 41 improvements through Laurel Hill Park and to seek a collaborative alternative.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved drafting resolution opposing Highway 41 improvements through Laurel Hill Park (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review recommendations from the Planning Commission regarding multiple rezoning and annexation requests. The committee will also review the five-year update of the Comprehensive Plan, including public input and an executive summary.

• Review of Towne Centre Planned Development amendment for a 41.74-acre portion of land
• Annexation and zoning request for 0.50-acre parcel at 1724 Lacannon Lane
• Rezoning request for 0.66-acre parcel on N. Highway 17
• Annexation and zoning request for 0.78-acre property at 2965 N. Highway 17
• Review and recommendation to Council on the Comprehensive Plan Five-Year Update

The Planning Committee voted 2‑1 to defer the Towne Centre Planned Development amendment to the next meeting. It unanimously recommended Town Council approve the annexation and zoning of 1724 Lacannon Lane, the rezoning of a Highway 17 North parcel, the annexation and zoning of 2965 North Highway 17, and the five‑year Comprehensive Plan update. All recommendations were passed without opposition.

• Deferred Towne Centre Planned Development amendment (2-1)
• Recommended Town Council approve annexation and zoning of 1724 Lacannon Lane (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council approve rezoning of Highway 17 North parcel (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council approve annexation and zoning of 2965 North Highway 17 (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council approve Comprehensive Plan five‑year update (unanimous)

Flood Resilience Committee

The Flood Resilience Committee will meet to review a draft ordinance concerning wetland regulations by local governments. The committee will also receive a presentation on the Low-Lying Area Flood and Resilience Plan Pilot Study.

• Review of draft ordinance regarding wetland regulations by local governments
• Presentation of Low-Lying Area Flood and Resilience Plan Pilot Study

Mayor Will Haynie called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. The committee approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Public comments were heard and draft wetland ordinance materials were reviewed, but no vote was taken on them. The meeting adjourned at 11:36 a.m.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Bids & Purchases Committee

The Bids & Purchases Committee will meet to consider awarding contracts for a crossline replacement project and stormwater services. This is one of several committee meetings scheduled for June 30, 2025.

• Award of a contract for the Commonwealth Drive crossline replacement project
• Award of agreements for on-call stormwater infrastructure repair and rehabilitation services

The committee approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting. It approved the award of a contract for the Commonwealth Drive crossline replacement project. It approved the award of agreements for on‑call stormwater infrastructure repair and rehabilitation services. All motions were seconded and passed unanimously.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commonwealth Drive crossline replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved on‑call stormwater infrastructure repair agreements (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a request for emergency weatherization funds for the Snowden schoolhouse association. The committee will also discuss an ordinance to exempt certain developments from impact fees if they are relocated due to eminent domain.

• Request from Snowden schoolhouse association for emergency weatherization funds
• Proposed Ordinance No. 25029 to amend Chapter 154 regarding Development Impact Fee exemptions for eminent domain relocations

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a $10,000 allocation to the Long Point Schoolhouse emergency fund. Additionally, the committee voted to recommend that the full Council consider language amending Chapter 154 to exempt impact fees for relocations required by eminent domain.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 allocation to Long Point Schoolhouse emergency fund (unanimous)
• Recommended Council consider ordinance language exempting impact fees for eminent‑domain relocations (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing requests for zoning relief and special exceptions. Decisions include the approval of an indoor tennis court and outdoor lighting, and the denial of a tree removal and a rear setback encroachment.

• Case A-03-25: Appeal regarding an equipment shed extension and fence relocation at 1277 Chuck Dawley Boulevard
• Case V-16-25: Request to remove a 30.5’’ Laurel Oak at 524 Whilden Road
• Case V-17-25: Request for rear setback encroachment for a dwelling addition at 505 King Street
• Case S-02-25: Special exception for outdoor lighting at 790 Creekside Drive
• Case S-03-25: Special exception for an indoor tennis court at 1513 Mathis Ferry

The Board approved the appeal for 1277 Chuck Dawley Boulevard, allowing an equipment shed extension (5‑1 vote). It denied the request to remove a Laurel Oak at 524 Whilden Road (4‑2 vote) and denied a setback variance for 505 King Street (unanimous). The Board also approved a special exception to replace lighting at 790 Creekside Drive and another special exception for an indoor tennis court at 1513 Mathis Ferry (both unanimous). A request for encroachments at 1013 Plantation Court failed on a 3‑3 tie and will be reheard.

• Approved appeal for 1277 Chuck Dawley Blvd (5-1)
• Denied tree removal request at 524 Whilden Road (4-2)
• Denied setback variance for 505 King Street (unanimous)
• Approved submittal of petition & letters for 790 Creekside Drive (unanimous)
• Approved lighting special exception at 790 Creekside Drive (unanimous)
• Approved indoor tennis court special exception at 1513 Mathis Ferry (unanimous)
• Failed approval for encroachments at 1013 Plantation Court (3-3 tie)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss impact fees. The meeting also includes a call to order, approval of previous minutes, and public comments.

• Discussion of impact fees

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. A motion to have staff examine the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce People First program and report back was passed unanimously. A separate motion to research incentives for small businesses failed because it lacked a second, and the committee entered an executive session with no recorded vote.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved staff study of Charleston Metro Chamber People First incentives (unanimous)
• Motion to research small‑business incentives failed (no second)
• Entered executive session at 9:00 a.m. (no vote recorded)
• Re‑convened with no further votes or actions taken

Design Review Board

The Commercial Design Review Board will conduct final reviews for two Huntington Bank locations and the Patriots Point Master Plan. The board will also hold preliminary reviews for several new developments, including hotels and retail spaces.

• Final review of Huntington Bank at 1835 N Hwy 17
• Final review of Huntington Bank at 3149 N Hwy 17
• Final review of Patriots Point Master Plan on Patriots Point Rd
• Preliminary reviews for Seafair Retail Village, Grand Lawn, and Grand Patriot Hotel on Patriots Point Rd
• Preliminary review of Drury Hotel at 261 Johnnie Dodds

The board approved its agenda and the May meeting minutes. It gave final approval to the Huntington Bank Town Centre project and to an additional site layout for the Huntington Bank Oakland project, including staff comments. The Patriot’s Point Master Plan was also approved, with one member abstaining.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved May minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Huntington Bank Town Centre project (all in favor)
• Approved additional site layout for Huntington Bank Oakland (all in favor)
• Approved staff comments for Huntington Bank Oakland layout (all in favor)
• Approved Patriot’s Point Master Plan (all in favor, Ms. Richardson abstaining)
• Approved additional presentation time for Grand Patriot Hotel (all in favor, Ms. Richardson abstaining)

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The commission will receive reports from subcommittees regarding new art and sculpture proposals. The meeting also includes discussions on Sweetgrass revitalization and upcoming marketing events.

• New Art Program Proposal
• Sculpture Proposal
• Sweetgrass Revitalization
• Marketing/Upcoming Events

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. The commission also unanimously voted to table the sculpture proposal discussion and schedule a vote on it next month. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled sculpture proposal discussion, to be revisited next month (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding zoning changes and annexations for several properties. The body will also review a 5-year Comprehensive Plan update and discuss regulations for accessory structures and demolitions in older neighborhoods.

• Request to amend Wilson Tract PD and approve Impact Assessment for Towne Centre
• Request to annex and zone AB for 1724 Lacannon Lane
• Request to rezone a parcel fronting HWY 17 from CC to AB
• Request to annex and zone CC for 2965 N HWY 17
• Review and recommendation for the 5 Year Comprehensive Plan Update

The commission approved a zoning amendment for the Towne Centre project, setting a maximum building height of 55 feet, requiring at least 60,000 square feet of family entertainment uses, a 6/2 density split with two affordable units per six market‑rate units, 14% green space, and a minimum of two short‑term incubator units. The commission also approved the project's conceptual plan and its impact assessment, each passing by an 8‑to‑1 vote. Additional approvals included annexations and rezoning for parcels at 1724 Lacannon Lane, Highway 17 North, and 2965 N Highway 17, all adopted unanimously or with no opposition. The commission adopted the updated Comprehensive Plan and amended its Rules of Procedure, both with unanimous support.

• Approved Towne Centre PD amendment with height, entertainment, density, green space, incubator stipulations (8‑1)
• Approved Towne Centre conceptual plan (8‑1)
• Approved Towne Centre impact assessment (8‑1)
• Approved annexation and AB zoning for 1724 Lacannon Lane (unanimous)
• Approved AB rezoning for Highway 17 North parcel (all in favor; Berry abstained, Lacy absent)
• Approved annexation and CC zoning for 2965 N Highway 17 (unanimous; Lacy absent)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Update as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted amended Rules of Procedure (unanimous)

GREEN Commission

The Green Commission will discuss project ideas and dates for removing invasive species and planting native trees. The body will also review education outreach opportunities and receive updates on environmental programs.

• MPW H20 Summer Science and Art Challenge for students in 3rd through 8th grade
• Discussion of invasive removal and native tree replanting projects
• Update on Second Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides
• Residential Environmental Incentive Program update
• Waterway Clean-up scheduled for August 9 from 10 am to 12 pm at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes unanimously. It then passed a motion to endorse Town Council efforts to educate about second‑generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARS) and to explore working with the legislative delegation on a ban, with two members abstaining. The meeting adjourned at 4:00 pm.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Endorsed SGARS education and possible ban (passed; two abstentions)

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding Mount Pleasant Recreation Department (MPRD) programs and projects. The meeting includes time for public comment and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• MPRD program updates
• MPRD project updates

The Recreation Advisory Commission unanimously approved its meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 2:38 PM.

• Agenda approved unanimously (all in favor)
• Minutes from March 18, 2025 meeting approved

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will discuss zoning amendments, land annexations, and a potential moratorium on major subdivision applications in Charleston County Historic Districts. The body will also consider a financial transparency policy for posting expenditures online.

• Proposed moratorium on major subdivision applications in Charleston County Historic Districts (Ord. No. 25035)
• Proposed 55-unit motor condominium garage facility at 363 Seacoast Parkway (Ord. No. 25027)
• Annexation and zoning of 11.85 acres along Highway 17 North (Ord. No. 25033, 25034)
• Proposed exemption from Development Impact Fees for relocations due to Eminent Domain (Ord. No. 25029)
• Proposed ordinance amendments regarding riding e-bikes on sidewalks (Ord. No. 25036)

The council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 25035, creating a temporary moratorium on major subdivision applications in Charleston County historic districts. It also sent the proposed demolition and rebuild regulations to the Planning Commission for further study and approved several annexation and zoning actions, including a 0.96‑acre parcel on Boston Grill Road and five parcels totaling 11.85 acres. Additional actions included a one‑year extension of vested rights for the Patriots Annex and the denial of a medium‑density residential zoning request for 3638 Zacoma Drive.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 25035 temporary historic‑district subdivision moratorium (unanimous)
• Sent demolition and rebuild regulations issue to Planning Commission for review (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation ordinance for 0.96‑acre Boston Grill Road parcel (6‑2)
• Approved first reading of zoning CC for same Boston Grill Road parcel (6‑2)
• Approved first reading of annexation and zoning ordinances for five parcels totaling 11.85 acres (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year extension of vested rights for Patriots Annex Development Impact Assessment (unanimous)
• Approved final reading annexation of 0.49‑acre at 3638 Zacoma Drive (unanimous)
• Denied final reading zoning of 3638 Zacoma Drive as R‑3 medium‑density residential (5‑3)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a special meeting featuring an executive session to discuss pending litigation. The remainder of the meeting consists of public recognitions for local students and youth council members.

• Executive session regarding James N. Deierlein, Jr., et al. vs. the Commission of Public Works (2023-CP-10-01688)

The council amended the agenda to replace an unconfirmed team with a state champion team for recognition. Members voted unanimously to enter an executive session on a pending litigation matter and then to proceed with the items discussed there. After reconvening, the council formally recognized several local high school and youth sports teams and Youth Council members. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda amended to remove an unconfirmed team and add a state champion team for recognition
• Motion to enter Executive Session on litigation – approved, all present voted in favor
• Motion to proceed as discussed in Executive Session – approved, all present voted in favor
• Recognized Mount Pleasant Recreation Department Unified Swim Team medalists
• Recognized Wando High School Boys Lacrosse champions
• Recognized Wando High School Girls State Tennis champions
• Recognized Oceanside Collegiate Academy state champions in tennis, soccer, lacrosse, and golf
• Recognized Youth Council members

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

The committee will review legal matters including a potential franchise agreement with Lumos Fiber of South Carolina, LLC. Members will also discuss regulations for e-bikes and motorbikes and a possible ban on certain rodenticides.

• Possible action on a nonexclusive franchise agreement with Lumos Fiber of South Carolina, LLC
• Discussion regarding a ban on second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs)
• Review of state law and municipal ordinances regarding e-bikes and motorbikes
• Update on House Bill H. 3305 and Senate Bill S. 43 (South Carolina Public Expression Protection Act)
• Possible action on Citizens Commission Standard Format and Recommendations

The committee approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It recommended continued discussion of commission web‑page standardization and, after amendment, a further information‑gathering step on a potential SGARs ban, both passing unanimously. The committee also moved to place the Legal Department’s e‑bike ordinance revisions on Tuesday’s Council agenda, which passed unanimously. A motion to approve a Lumos Fiber franchise agreement failed because it lacked a second.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended continued discussion of commission web‑page standardization to full Council (unanimous)
• Amended recommendation on SGARs ban to gather more information and continue at next meeting (unanimous)
• Added Legal Department’s e‑bike ordinance revisions to Tuesday’s Council agenda (unanimous)
• Motion to approve Lumos Fiber franchise agreement failed (no second)

Education Committee

The Education Committee will meet to discuss a resolution regarding the naming of a school facility. The committee will also review minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting.

• Resolution to name the Moultrie Middle School Gym after Coach Otto German

The committee approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. It also approved a resolution supporting the naming of the Moultrie Middle School gym after Coach Otto German. All present voted in favor on both motions. The resolution will be presented to the full Town Council next week for a final vote.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (all present voted in favor)
• Approved resolution to name Moultrie Middle School gym after Coach Otto German (all present voted in favor)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee is meeting to discuss zoning requests, historic settlement preservation, and building regulations. The body will also consider naming proposals for a playground and the Town Hall Gymnasium.

• Annexation and CC zoning request for 0.96 acres on Boston Grill Road
• Annexation and CC zoning request for 11.85 acres on Highway 17 North
• Proposal to name Alhambra Hall inclusive playground after James Henson
• Proposal to name Town Hall Gymnasium in honor of Debbie Antonelli
• Discussion on regulations for demolitions and rebuilds in older neighborhoods

The Planning Committee approved the May 5 meeting minutes and recommended a historic‑settlement moratorium. It also recommended annexation and Community Conservation District zoning for Boston Grill Road and Highway 17 North parcels, and a one‑year vested‑rights extension for Patriots Annex. The committee directed a review of accessory‑structure setbacks, referred demolition regulation changes to the Town Council, and recommended approval of two monument applications.

• Approved May 5 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council approve historic‑settlement moratorium (unanimous)
• Recommended annexation & CC zoning of 0.96‑acre Boston Grill Road tract (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 11.85‑acre Highway 17 North parcels (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council approve Patriots Annex vested‑rights extension (unanimous)
• Directed Planning Commission to review accessory‑structure setbacks/height (unanimous)
• Referred demolition and rebuild regulations to Town Council for discussion (unanimous)
• Recommended Town Council approve two monument applications (playground and gymnasium) (unanimous)

Flood Resilience Committee

The committee will discuss local government wetlands regulations and the impact of FEMA changes. Members will also review hurricane preparedness coordination and impervious coverage requirements.

• Review of changes to FEMA and potential impacts
• Presentation on local, county, and state operational coordination for hurricane preparedness
• Review of 40% impervious coverage requirement calculation method and applicable areas
• Recommendation of vision statement and framework for Tree Task Force
• Discussion on wetlands regulations by local government

The Flood Resilience Committee approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also voted unanimously to recommend the Tree Task Force vision statement and framework to the full Council, except for a Board of Zoning Appeals member serving on the task force. No other actions were decided.

• Approved May 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Tree Task Force vision and framework to full Council (unanimous, with BOZA member exception)

Bids & Purchases Committee

The Bids & Purchases Committee will meet to award contracts for two infrastructure projects. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting.

• Award of a contract for the Whites Cabin stormwater project
• Award of a contract for Kincade Ben Sawyer drainage basin improvements

The Bids & Purchases Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting. It also approved the award of a contract for the Whites Cabin stormwater project. Finally, it approved the award of a contract for Kincade Ben Sawyer drainage basin improvements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved March 31, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved contract award for Whites Cabin stormwater project (unanimous)
• Approved contract award for Kincade Ben Sawyer drainage basin improvements (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially adopt a financial transparency policy. This policy would require the Town of Mount Pleasant to post all expenditures of $150 or more on its website.

• Possible action to adopt a financial transparency policy for expenditures of $150 or more

The committee approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting unanimously. It then voted to recommend to the full Council the Manual Report Process option for a financial transparency policy, excluding wages, per diem, and mileage. All members present voted in favor.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Manual Report Process option, excluding wages, per diem, mileage, to full Council (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Commercial Design Review Board will conduct preliminary and final reviews for several commercial properties. The board will also discuss a new tree ordinance and updates to the rules and procedures ordinance.

• Preliminary review for Huntington Bank at 1835 N Hwy 17
• Final review for 300 W. Coleman
• Preliminary review for Highway 17 N Retail Village
• Preliminary review for Driggers Small Engines at Pepper Tract
• Discussion of New Tree Ordinance

The Design Review Board approved the Patriots Point Master Plan extension and the Joe Rouse Business Center project by consent. It denied the Walmart Generator request and the Huntington Bank Oakland project. Several items received approvals for color samples or additional presentation time, and the board adopted updates to the Rules and Procedures and the new tree ordinance.

• Approved Patriots Point Master Plan extension (consent)
• Approved Joe Rouse Business Center (consent)
• Denied Walmart Generator at 1481 N Highway 17 (all in favor)
• Denied Huntington Bank Oakland project (all in favor)
• Approved submittal of color samples for Huntington Bank Town Centre (all in favor)
• Approved submittal of color samples for 300 W. Coleman (all in favor)
• Approved 300 W. Coleman project (all in favor)
• Approved updates to Rules and Procedures (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The May 21, 2025, Planning Commission meeting is cancelled. The agenda states there is no meeting due to a lack of business.

GREEN Commission

The Mount Pleasant GREEN Commission will discuss and continue work on three environmental priorities: habitat restoration, water quality protection, school/public/HOA outreach programs, and a residential environmental incentive program. The meeting also includes updates on the residential incentive program and upcoming outreach events, including a waterway clean-up on August 9th at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park.

• Continued discussion of Habitat Restoration/Water Quality Protection
• Review of School/Public/HOA Outreach Programs
• Discussion of Residential Environmental Incentive Program
• Upcoming Waterway Clean-up on August 9th, 10 am–12 pm at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park

The Mount Pleasant Green Commission met and approved the agenda and minutes. They discussed workplan priorities and agreed to defer the storm drain box art program to next year, and to develop a PowerPoint presentation for outreach. They also agreed to create a resource library and received updates on the Residential Environmental Incentive Program and outreach events.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes (all in favor)
• Deferred storm drain box art program to next year
• Agreed to develop PowerPoint presentation for outreach
• Agreed to create a library of resource materials

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests regarding property setbacks and tree removal. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Tree Code and the election of officers.

• Case V-07-25: Request to remove a 41.5’’ Historic Live Oak at 1248 Waterfront Drive
• Case V-14-25: Request for side and rear setback encroachments for a new home at 420 Whilden Street
• Case V-15-25: Request for side setback encroachment for a generator stand at 1668 Farmers Way
• Discussion regarding the Tree Code
• Election of officers

The Board approved the removal of a 41.5" historic live oak at 1248 Waterfront Drive by a 4‑3 vote after an earlier denial failed. It denied the variance request for 420 Whilden Street by a unanimous vote. The Board approved additional information for the generator stand at 1668 Farmers Way and then remanded the case back to staff, both unanimously. Finally, the Board elected Stephen Wood as chair and Megan Stevens as vice‑chair.

• Approved removal of 41.5" historic live oak at 1248 Waterfront Drive (4-3)
• Denied variance request for 420 Whilden Street (unanimous)
• Approved additional information for generator stand at 1668 Farmers Way (unanimous)
• Remanded generator stand case to staff for review (unanimous)
• Elected Stephen Wood as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Megan Stevens as vice-chair (unanimous)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will hold a meeting on May 13, 2025, to decide on several key items. The council will consider final adoption of the FY2026 budget and the Capital Improvement Plan for 2026–2030. Multiple zoning and annexation ordinances are up for first and final readings, including changes to the Shem Creek Boat Ramp area, a new hotel in Seaside Farms, and a development impact fee exemption for eminent domain relocations. The council will also discuss a process to preserve historic settlement communities.

• Final adoption of FY2026 budget (Ord. 25023)
• Adoption of Capital Improvement Plan for FY2026–2030 (R.25051)
• Final reading to rezone 7 parcels for Shem Creek Boat Ramp (Ord. 25022)
• First reading for annexation and zoning of 3638 Zacoma Drive (Ord. 25024, 25025)
• First reading for development impact fee exemption for eminent domain relocations (Ord. 25029)

The council unanimously approved annexing the 0.49‑acre parcel at 3638 Zacoma Drive. It then approved rezoning the same parcel to R‑3 (Medium‑Density Residential) by a 5‑4 vote. The council also directed staff to provide detailed information on the county’s historic settlement overlay process, with an amendment to include the moratorium map passing unanimously.

• Approved annexation of 3638 Zacoma Drive (unanimous)
• Approved R‑3 zoning for 3638 Zacoma Drive (5‑4)
• Approved consent‑agenda rezoning of 106 May Lane (unanimous)
• Approved consent‑agenda rezoning of Shem Creek Boat Ramp parcels (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on county historic settlement overlay process (unanimous)
• Amended staff request to include county moratorium map (unanimous)
• Approved April 8 minutes and March financial statement (Mayor abstained)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will meet to discuss legal advice regarding water service and marshland litigation in executive session. The body will also consider applications to fill vacancies on several town boards and commissions.

• Legal advice on water service for the Town of Mount Pleasant Fire and Police Training Facility
• Litigation regarding properties adjacent to marshlands (William Nathaniel Horton vs. Town of Mount Pleasant Board of Zoning Appeals)
• Applications for 2 Board of Zoning Appeals vacancies
• Applications for 4 Construction Board of Adjustments vacancies
• Applications for 3 Historical Commission and 1 Historic District Preservation Commission vacancies

After reconvening from executive session, the Town Council approved legal action for the fire and police training facility, approved the contracts for the Town Administrator and the Corporation Counsel, and filled multiple board and commission vacancies. All motions passed unanimously. No other votes or actions were taken.

• Approved legal action for fire and police training facility (unanimous)
• Approved Town Administrator contract (unanimous)
• Approved Corporation Counsel contract (unanimous)
• Reappointed Stephen Wood and appointed Joan Spier to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Reappointed Anne Derbyshire, Annise Blackwell, Teresa Martinez and nominated Taylor Porter to Construction Board of Adjustments (unanimous)
• Reappointed Janon German, William Hine, Danielle Cox to Historical Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Kevin Berry and reappointed Pamela Ireland to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Declared May 2025 as National Tennis Month (unanimous)

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The May 7, 2025 meeting of the Mount Pleasant Culture, Arts & Pride Commission was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No business was conducted or discussed.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review and recommend the Town of Mount Pleasant's proposed budget for fiscal year 2026, including open items such as funding for the Old Village historic district survey, the Charleston Animal Society contract, and a financial transparency policy. The committee will also vote on resolutions to adopt the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026–2030, authorize lease purchase agreements, and adopt a five-year General Fund financial plan.

• Review and recommendation of proposed FY 2026 budget with open items including ATAC, Community Investment, and Old Village survey funding
• Consideration of FY 2026 Charleston Animal Society contract
• Discussion and possible action to adopt a financial transparency policy requiring all expenditures of $150 or more to be posted on the town website
• Resolution to adopt the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for fiscal years 2026–2030
• Resolution making declaration of intent to enter into Lease Purchase Agreements

The committee adopted the Town of Mount Pleasant Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026‑2030. It also approved lease‑purchase agreements and a five‑year General Fund financial plan. Funding was approved for the Mount Pleasant Symphony, Surf Soccer Club, the Edwards Basin Drainage project, and Community Investment at $105,000, while several other requests were denied. A $10,000 placeholder was approved for a financial‑transparency policy.

• Adopted 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved lease‑purchase agreements (unanimous)
• Approved five‑year General Fund financial plan (unanimous)
• Approved Community Investment funding at $105,000 (6-1)
• Kept ATAC budget at $150,000 (6-0-1)
• Approved $80,000 to Edwards Basin Drainage project (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 placeholder for financial‑transparency policy (4-3)
• Approved funding for Mount Pleasant Symphony and Surf Soccer Club; denied funding for Charleston Turkey Day Run, Gobble Wobble, and Our Village Kitchens (unanimous)

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee will discuss and possibly act on a resolution supporting state anti-SLAPP bills (H. 3305 and S. 43), review annual FOIA request totals, and receive an update on pending litigation involving marshland properties and the Commission of Public Works. The committee will also enter executive session for legal advice on water service to the training facility and ongoing cases.

• Possible resolution supporting House Bill H. 3305 and Senate Bill S. 43 (anti-SLAPP law)
• Review of annual Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request totals
• Executive session on litigation involving marshland properties (Horton v. BZA, case 2024-CP-10-6321)
• Executive session on pending litigation against Commission of Public Works (Deierlein case 2023-CP-10-01688)
• Review of Citizens Commission Standard Format and Recommendations

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The committee also moved unanimously into an executive session to discuss legal matters. No votes or actions were taken during the executive session.

• Approved March 31, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will hear updates on ongoing projects, including a traffic management update, a recap of feedback on the Stockdale Intersection project, and a review of beach traffic preparations. No votes or new proposals are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Update on traffic management initiatives
• Recap of public feedback on the Stockdale Intersection project
• Review of preparations for beach traffic season

The Transportation Committee approved the March 31, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No other resolutions, approvals, or denials were recorded; public comments and project updates were discussed but not acted upon.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss and potentially recommend a Human Resource Information System (HRIS). The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss contracts for the Town Administrator and Corporation Counsel.

• Recommendation of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
• Town Administrator contract discussion
• Corporation Counsel contract discussion

The committee unanimously approved the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes. They then voted unanimously to go into executive session. After the executive session, they voted unanimously to proceed with the items discussed, including the Town Administrator and Corporation Counsel contracts. No other actions were taken.

• Approved April 22, 2025 minutes (all present voted in favor)
• Entered executive session (all present voted in favor)
• Proceed as discussed in executive session (all present voted in favor)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss and possibly vote on amending the town's impact fee ordinance to exempt properties affected by public condemnation. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Discussion and possible action to amend ordinance Chapter 154 (Impact Fees) to exempt properties affected by public condemnation

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting. Members discussed a possible amendment to Impact Fees ordinance Chapter 154 but took no vote, recommending it to the council. The committee then unanimously moved to adjourn the meeting, which was carried.

• Approved March 31, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Committee

Multiple town committees are meeting to discuss zoning requests, budget recommendations for FY 2026, and infrastructure updates. The Budget Committee will consider a new financial transparency policy for expenditures of $150 or more. The Planning Committee will review several annexation and zoning requests.

• Proposed FY 2026 budget review and 2026–2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed financial transparency policy for expenditures of $150 or more
• Zoning requests for 3638 Zacoma Drive, Boston Grill Road, and Highway 17 North
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 154 Impact Fees to exempt properties affected by public condemnation
• Review of Planning Commission recommendations for Watermark PD and Seaside Farms PD

The committee approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting and passed a motion to begin dialogue with Charleston County on guidelines for historic settlement communities. It approved the annexation of the 0.49‑acre tract at 3638 Zacoma Drive but rejected the accompanying zoning request. The Boston Grill Road annexation and zoning request was deferred, and the Watermark, Belle Hall, and Dunes West planned‑development amendments were denied.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to begin dialogue with Charleston County on historic settlement community guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 3638 Zacoma Drive (all in favor)
• Denied zoning request for 3638 Zacoma Drive (2‑2 vote, motion failed)
• Deferred Boston Grill Road annexation and zoning request (all in favor)
• Denied Watermark Planned Development amendment (2‑2 vote, motion failed)
• Denied Belle Hall Planned Development amendment (3‑1 vote)
• Denied Dunes West Planned Development amendment (unanimous)

Flood Resilience Committee

Multiple town committees are meeting to discuss zoning requests, legal matters, and infrastructure. The Budget Committee will review the FY 2026 proposed budget and a five-year capital improvement plan.

• Review of FY 2026 proposed budget and 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed financial transparency policy for expenditures of $150 or more
• Zoning requests for 3638 Zacoma Drive, Boston Grill Road, and 363 Seacoast Parkway
• Possible action on anti-SLAPP law resolution (House Bill H. 3305 and Senate Bill S. 43)
• Consideration of a Residential Environmental Incentive Program

Mayor Haynie called the meeting to order at 12:17 pm. The committee approved the March 31, 2025 minutes unanimously. Discussion continued on wetland regulations, with a review slated for the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 12:43 pm.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Water Supply and Resources Committee

The provided agenda for the Water Supply and Resources Committee contains no specific business items. It is part of a larger schedule of committee meetings for May 5, 2025.

The Water Supply and Resources Committee called the meeting to order and unanimously approved the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting. A budget and project update was presented by the Waterworks General Manager, followed by a discussion about a computer company's water withdrawals and new well drilling. The committee then adjourned.

• Approved December 2, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Commercial Design Review Board will conduct final and preliminary reviews of site, landscape, and architectural plans for various commercial properties. The board will also discuss an ordinance regarding new appointed review and decision-making bodies.

• Final review of site, landscape, and architecture for Parker’s Kitchen at 3272 N Hwy 17
• Final review of site, landscape, and architecture for Gather Office Building at 1601 Midtown Ave
• Final review of site, landscape, and architecture for Walmart Expansion at 3000 Proprietors Pl
• Preliminary review of site, landscape, and architecture for Huntington Bank at 3149 N Hwy 17
• Final review of site and landscape for All American Water Line at 3272 N Hwy 17

The Board approved its agenda and a series of final design reviews, including the Walmart expansion, Joe Rouse Extension, and several site and architecture revisions. Some items were approved by consent with a few members abstaining, and the Board entered an executive session for legal advice. All approvals were recorded as unanimous or with noted abstentions.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Joe Rouse Extension by consent (unanimous)
• Approved James B. Edwards Master Plan (Site & Landscape) by consent; Ms. Morrison and Mr. Lambert abstained
• Approved Ira Rd Revisions (unanimous)
• Approved Parker’s Kitchen submittal of additional material (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for legal advice (unanimous)
• Approved Walmart Expansion by consent (unanimous)
• Approved All American Water Line with staff comments; Ms. Richardson abstained (recused)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear staff reports on several variance and tree removal cases, including a tie vote on removing a 41.5-inch historic live oak at 1248 Waterfront Drive. The agenda also includes a general discussion of the tree code and election of officers. Most other cases were previously approved or withdrawn by the applicant.

• Tie vote on Case V-07-25: relief to remove a 41.5-inch historic live oak at 1248 Waterfront Drive
• Approved removal of a 36-inch historic live oak at 683 Linns Point (Case V-06-25)
• Withdrawn request to remove two historic cedar trees at 675 Adluh (Case V-09-25)
• Approved variances for setback encroachments at 562 Flambeau Retreat (3.1 ft), 813 Harbour Watch Court (21.3 ft), and 727 Spark Street (1 ft 10.75 in)
• Tree Code Discussion and Election of Officers

The Board denied the request to remove a 27‑inch historic live oak while approving a 3‑foot encroachment into the protection zone of a 54‑inch hackberry at 0 McCormick Street. Earlier, the Board approved a vested‑rights extension for 805/807 Simmons Street and approved a variance for a 3.1‑foot front‑setback encroachment at 562 Flambeau Retreat. All votes were recorded as unanimous or as noted.

• Approved vested‑rights extension for 805/807 Simmons St (unanimous)
• Approved submittal of additional information for 683 Linns Point oak removal (5‑1)
• Approved removal of 36‑in historic live oak at 683 Linns Point (4‑1)
• Approved submittal of additional information for 1248 Waterfront Dr oak removal (5‑1)
• Approved submittal of additional photos for 1248 Waterfront Dr (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 562 Flambeau Retreat front‑setback encroachment (unanimous)
• Denied removal of 27‑in live oak and approved 3‑ft encroachment into hackberry zone at 0 McCormick St (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 727 Spark St accessory‑building setback (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several requests to annex and zone land, as well as amendments to existing Planned Developments. The body will also review a sketch plan for a residential subdivision and a comprehensive plan update.

• Annexation and R-3 zoning request for 3638 Zacoma Drive
• Annexation and CC zoning request for Boston Grill Road
• Belle Hall PD amendment for a 55-unit Garage Condominium
• Dunes West PD amendment for a Self-Service Storage Facility
• Sketch plan to subdivide 3667 Tower Drive into four Single-Family Residential lots

The commission denied annexation and zoning requests for Zacoma Drive, Boston Grill Road, Belle Hall, Dunes West, and Highway 17 North. It approved the Watermark PD amendment, requiring an eight‑foot masonry wall. It approved the Seaside Farms PD hotel addition, adding a condition that the use meet current boutique‑hotel requirements, with a 6‑to‑1 vote. It also approved a sketch plan to subdivide 3667 Tower Drive into four single‑family lots.

• Denied annexation & R‑3 zoning for 3638 Zacoma Drive (all in favor)
• Denied annexation & zoning for Boston Grill Road (all in favor)
• Approved Watermark PD amendment with eight‑foot masonry wall condition (all in favor)
• Denied Belle Hall PD 55‑unit garage condominium (all in favor)
• Denied Dunes West PD self‑service storage facility (5‑2 vote)
• Approved Seaside Farms PD hotel addition with boutique‑hotel condition (6‑1 vote)
• Denied Highway 17 North annexation & zoning for five parcels (5‑2 vote)
• Approved subdivision of 3667 Tower Drive into four single‑family lots (all in favor)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will review the town's healthcare plan and discuss Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS). The committee will also enter an executive session to discuss contracts for the Town Administrator and Corporation Counsel.

• Overview of current town healthcare plan
• Discussion and recommendation of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
• Executive session regarding Town Administrator contract
• Executive session regarding Corporation Counsel contract

The Human Resources Committee unanimously approved the March 31, 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed the current HR information system but decided to defer further comparison to the next committee meeting. The committee then voted unanimously to go into executive session to discuss the Town Administrator and Corporation Counsel contracts. When the session reconvened, no votes or actions were taken.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved to executive session for personnel contract discussions (unanimous)
• Deferred further HRIS review to next committee meeting

GREEN Commission

The GREEN Commission will hold a final discussion on its 2025 workplan priorities before presenting it to the Flood Resilience Committee in May. The body will also review a rough draft of the Residential Environmental Incentive Program.

• 2025 Workplan priorities: Habitat Restoration/Water Quality Protection, School/Public/HOA Outreach Programs, and Residential LID Program Development
• Residential Environmental Incentive Program rough draft presentation
• Volunteer staffing for Blessing of the Fleet event
• Native Plant Sale on April 19th at Boone Hall Plantation
• Growing Green: Community Stewardship series at Wando Branch of Charleston County Public Library

The Green Commission approved its agenda and the prior meeting's minutes, each by unanimous consent. The Commission also approved the residential Low Impact Development (LID) program and recommended a $25,000 budget for its implementation. The workplan discussion will continue at a future meeting. No other motions were decided.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes (all in favor)
• Approved residential LID program with $25,000 budget (all in favor)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will receive public input and consider the first reading of the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget. The meeting also includes final readings for several zoning ordinances and annexations, including the Patriots Annex project.

• Proposed FY 2026 budget of $166,303,166 with a millage of 34.7 (operating) and 9.6 (debt)
• Final reading of Ordinance 25010 for the 30.32-acre Patriots Annex Planned Development District
• First reading of rezoning for a 0.14-acre parcel at 106 May Lane to R-2 Low-Density Residential
• First reading of rezoning for 1.24 acres between Simmons and Scott Streets to PI-1 Public-Institutional-1
• Proposed annexation of 11.16 acres at 1209 Venning Road

The council voted 6-2 to defer the First Amendment to Ordinance 19058 concerning the Patriots Annex development agreement. All consent‑agenda items were approved unanimously. The council also approved first readings of several annexation and rezoning ordinances, including the 3.11‑acre Hamlin Beach annexation (Ord 25019) and rezoning of 106 May Lane (Ord 25021).

• Deferred Patriots Annex development agreement amendment (Ord 25009) (6-2)
• Approved all consent‑agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Hamlin Beach 3.11‑acre annexation (Ord 25019) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Community Conservation District zoning (Ord 25020) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of rezoning R‑2 for 106 May Lane (Ord 25021) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of rezoning PI‑1 for Shem Creek Boat Ramp parcels (Ord 25022) (unanimous)

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee will hear FY 25/26 Fall Cycle funding presentations from four organizations, review a new ordinance and vote on bylaws, select a new chair, and review the State Accommodations Tax and CVB/Explore Charleston FY 2026 budgets. The committee will then evaluate funding proposals.

• FY 25/26 Fall Cycle funding presentations: Mount Pleasant Symphony, Our Village Kitchens, SC Surf Soccer Club (2), Turkey Day Run
• Voting on bylaws for a new ordinance
• Selection of new committee chair
• State Accommodations Tax FY 2026 budget review
• CVB / Explore Charleston FY 2026 budget review

The Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee adopted the new ordinance and bylaws, and elected Mr. Ansley as chair. It recommended increasing funded contributions to $200,000 for FY 2026 and approved a $150,000 state tax budget with an additional $50,000 ATAC request. Funding was granted to the Mount Pleasant Symphony ($7,500), South Carolina Surf Soccer Club ($20,000), and the Turkey Day Run ($7,500), while Our Village Kitchens was denied due to an incomplete application.

• Adopted the new accommodations tax ordinance and bylaws (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Ansley as committee chair (unanimous)
• Recommended increasing funded contributions to $200,000 for FY 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 funding for Mount Pleasant Symphony (unanimous)
• Denied funding for Our Village Kitchens due to incomplete application (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 funding for South Carolina Surf Soccer Club (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 funding for Turkey Day Run (unanimous)
• Recommended state ATAX FY 2026 budget of $150,000 with an additional $50,000 ATAC request (unanimous)

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council will hold public comments, approve minutes from the January 2 meeting, and handle housekeeping items. The main business is final planning for providing a meal to families at the Medical University of South Carolina Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

• Approval of minutes from January 2, 2025 meeting
• Final planning for meal for MUSC NICU families

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from three subcommittees. The meeting includes a period for public comments.

• Town Hall Art subcommittee report
• Marketing subcommittee report
• Sweetgrass Revitalization subcommittee report

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission approved the minutes from its March 5, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. No other formal actions were taken; the remaining agenda items were discussed without a vote.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

The committee will review proposed FY2026 operating and capital budgets for the Police Department, Municipal Court, and Legal Department. It will also continue discussion on a resolution supporting state anti-SLAPP legislation (H.3305/S.43) and consider a FY2026 service proposal from the Charleston Animal Society.

• FY2026 budget review for Police Department general fund and capital projects
• FY2026 budget review for Municipal Court general fund
• FY2026 budget review for Legal Department general fund
• Continued discussion and possible action on resolution supporting anti-SLAPP law (H.3305/S.43)
• Consideration of Charleston Animal Society FY2026 proposal of services

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee approved the minutes from prior meetings and then unanimously recommended that the Council's Budget Committee approve the FY 2026 budgets for the Police Department (both General Fund operating expenditures and Capital Fund projects), the Municipal Court, and the Legal Department. The committee also deferred a resolution supporting state anti‑SLAPP legislation and unanimously recommended approval of the Charleston Animal Society FY 2026 services proposal to the Budget Committee.

• Recommend approval of Police Department General Fund FY 2026 budget to Budget Committee (unanimous)
• Recommend approval of Police Department Capital Fund projects FY 2026 to Budget Committee (unanimous)
• Recommend approval of Municipal Court General Fund FY 2026 budget to Budget Committee (unanimous)
• Recommend approval of Legal Department General Fund FY 2026 budget to Budget Committee (unanimous)
• Defer resolution supporting SC anti‑SLAPP law (unanimous)
• Recommend approval of Charleston Animal Society FY 2026 services proposal to Budget Committee (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will review the FY 2026 General and Capital Fund expenditures for Engineering and Development Services. The body will also consider the approval of FY 25 traffic calming projects and receive updates on several ongoing road projects.

• Approval of FY 25 Traffic Calming Projects
• Budget Review FY 2026 for Engineering and Development Services
• Update on repaving of Long Point Road
• Update on the Highway 41/Rivertowne Parkway intersection
• Traffic Management Update

The Transportation Committee approved the minutes from the February 3 and March 3 meetings unanimously. It recommended approval of the Engineering and Development Services General Fund operating expenditures and Capital Fund projects and maintenance expenditures for FY 2026, and the recommendation was adopted unanimously. The committee also approved the FY 2025 Traffic Calming Program recommendations with a unanimous vote.

• Approved February 3 and March 3 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of FY 2026 Engineering and Development Services General Fund operating expenditures (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of FY 2026 Engineering and Development Services Capital Fund projects and maintenance expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 Traffic Calming Program recommendations (unanimous)

Human Resources Committee

The agenda for the Human Resources Committee meeting on March 31, 2025, contains only the meeting time and no specific items for discussion. The provided document does not list any agenda items for this committee.

The Human Resources Committee approved the minutes from the January 6, 2025 meeting, with all present voting in favor. The committee also discussed the Human Resource Information System, the FY26 wage plan, and a flextime and telework policy, but no votes or formal approvals were recorded on those topics.

• Approved Jan 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Fire Committee

The Fire Committee will review the Fire Department's General Fund operating expenditures and Capital Fund projects for FY 2026. The body will also receive a presentation on the Fire Department Strategic Plan and discuss adjustments to the shift schedule.

• FY 2026 Budget Review for Fire Department General and Capital Funds
• Presentation of Fire Department Strategic Plan
• Discussion of Fire Department shift schedule adjustments

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 1, 2024 meeting. Members voted to recommend approval of both the Fire Department General Fund operating expenditures and Capital Fund projects for FY 2026 to the Budget Committee. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 1, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of FY 2026 Fire Department General Fund and Capital Fund items to Budget Committee (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is scheduled to meet on March 31, 2025, at 1:45 p.m. in the Municipal Complex. However, the provided agenda text does not include any specific items for discussion or decision for this committee.

The committee approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Economic Development budget after discussion. Both actions were approved by all members present.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (all present voted in favor)
• Approved Economic Development budget (all present voted in favor)

Flood Resilience Committee

The Flood Resilience Committee will meet to discuss local municipal protections for wetlands. The body will also receive updates on the Green Commission and the Community Rating System.

• Discussion of local municipal protections for wetlands
• Announcement of Community Rating System (CRS) improvement
• Green Commission update
• Review of the South Carolina Seven (SC7) conference presentation

The Flood Resilience Committee approved the March 3, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. Staff announced the town received a Class 5 rating on the Community Rating System, giving residents a 5% discount on flood insurance starting April 1, 2026. The committee noted a new wetland buffer ordinance will take effect on May 1, 2025 and heard updates on the Residential Low Impact Development program.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Mount Pleasant Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several variance requests, including three deferred cases for removal of historic trees and one denied case for a front-yard setback encroachment. The board will also conduct standard procedures like roll call and public comment.

• Deferred case V-06-25: request to remove 36-inch Historic Live Oak at 683 Linns Point
• Deferred case V-07-25: request to remove 41.5-inch Historic Live Oak at 1248 Waterfront Drive
• Denied case V-08-25: request for 6-foot encroachment into required 30-foot front-yard setback at 704 Remley Lane
• Deferred case V-09-25: request to remove two Historic Cedar Trees at 675 Adluh

The board approved the agenda and minutes unanimously. The request to remove a 36″ historic live oak at 683 Linns Point (Case V‑06‑25) was deferred after a 2‑2 tie on denial. The request to remove a 41.5″ historic live oak at 1248 Waterfront Drive (Case V‑07‑25) was deferred for a re‑inspection by the town arborist, passing 3‑2. The variance for a 6‑foot front‑yard setback at 704 Remley Lane (Case V‑08‑25) was denied 3‑2, and the request to remove two historic cedar trees at 675 Adluh (Case V‑09‑25) was deferred 4‑1.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Case V-06-25 (683 Linns Point) after 2-2 tie on denial
• Deferred Case V-07-25 (1248 Waterfront Drive) 3-2 for arborist re‑inspection
• Denied variance for 704 Remley Lane front‑yard setback 3-2
• Deferred Case V-09-25 (675 Adluh) 4-1

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will review the General and Capital Fund operating expenditures for the FY 2026 budget. The body will also receive updates on power line undergrounding and landscaping projects.

• FY 2026 Budget Review for Public Services Department General and Capital Funds
• Update on Mathis Ferry Road Undergrounding Project
• Update on south site buffer installation at the Public Services Operation Center
• Update on the approved Highway 17 landscape replacement/renovation plan

The Public Services Committee approved the minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting. The committee moved the Mathis Ferry Road Undergrounding Project discussion ahead of the budget review on the agenda. The committee approved sending the FY 2026 Public Services budget to the Budget Committee.

• Approved September 3, 2024 minutes (all in favor)
• Reordered agenda: moved Mathis Ferry Road Undergrounding Project ahead of Budget Review (all in favor)
• Approved sending FY 2026 Public Services budget to Budget Committee (all in favor)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct a comprehensive review of the FY 2026 budget, including General and Capital Fund revenues and expenditures. The committee will also discuss a funding request for the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce "People First" initiative.

• FY 2026 Budget Review for General Fund, Capital Fund, Debt Fund, and State Accommodations Tax Fund
• Funding request for Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce "People First" initiative

The committee approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. It changed agenda item 5 to item 4. The committee approved a $20,000 funding request for the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s “People First” initiative. It also approved the FY 2026 budget as presented by staff.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Changed agenda item 5 to item 4 (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 funding for Charleston Metro Chamber "People First" (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 budget as presented (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review the FY 2026 budget for Planning, Land Use and Neighborhoods. The body will consider ordinances for the Central Mount Pleasant Planned Development District and the Patriots Annex development. Additionally, the committee will review Planning Commission recommendations for three rezoning requests.

• Proposed amendment to incorporate an 11.16-acre parcel at 1209 Venning Road into the Central Mount Pleasant Planned Development District
• Proposed adoption of the Patriots Annex Planned Development District Ordinance for a 30.32-acre tract
• Rezoning request for a 3.11-acre parcel off Hamlin Beach Road to Community Conservation District (recommended denial)
• Rezoning request for 106 May Lane to Low Density Residential District (recommended approval)
• Rezoning request for 1.24 acres at Shem Creek Boat Landing to Public-Institutional District (recommended approval)

The Planning Committee approved the March 3 meeting minutes and recommended the Budget Committee approve the PLAN Department's FY 2026 operating and capital expenditures. It also recommended Town Council approve two development ordinances with conditions, and endorsed several zoning actions and a pet memorial. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved March 3, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Recommended Budget Committee approve PLAN Department FY 2026 operating and capital fund expenditures (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council approve amendment to Central Mount Pleasant Planned Development District Ordinance for 11.16‑acre parcel at 1209 Venning Road with lighting condition (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council approve Patriots Annex development plan with parking standards, tree‑mitigation payment option, and buffer requirements (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council annex and zone Hamlin Beach Road parcel as Community Conservation District (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council approve rezoning of 106 May Lane to R‑2 Low Density Residential (all in favor)
• Recommended Town Council approve rezoning of Shem Creek Boat Landing parcels to Public‑Institutional District (all in favor)
• Approved Rainbow Bridge pet memorial (all in favor)

Bids & Purchases Committee

The Bids & Purchases and Planning committees will consider multiple contract awards and zoning amendments. Key items include a development agreement for the Patriots Annex project on Patriots Point Road and a zoning map amendment for a parcel at 1209 Venning Road. Other committees will review FY2026 budgets and discuss departmental updates.

• Award of contract for Coleman Boulevard bike lanes (Bids & Purchases)
• Award of contract for Mugsy Kerr Tennis Center expansion (Bids & Purchases)
• Ordinance amending Central Mount Pleasant PDD for 1209 Venning Road (Planning)
• Ordinance for Patriots Annex Planned Development District on 30.32 acres (Planning)
• Continued discussion on anti-SLAPP resolution (Police, Judicial & Legal)

The Bids & Purchases Committee approved the minutes from the February 3, 2025 meeting. It then approved a contract for the Coleman Boulevard bike lanes project. It also approved contracts for expanding the Mugsy Kerr Tennis Center and for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure improvements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved February 3, 2025 minutes (all present voted in favor)
• Approved contract for Coleman Boulevard bike lanes project (all present voted in favor)
• Approved contract for expansion of Mugsy Kerr Tennis Center (all present voted in favor)
• Approved contract for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure improvements (all present voted in favor)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will hold a special meeting to adopt a resolution declaring the results of the March 25, 2025 special election. Following adoption, the council will administer the oath of office to Council Member-Elect Mike Tinkey. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Adoption of Resolution R.25032 declaring special election results of March 25, 2025
• Administration of Oath of Office to Council Member-Elect Mike Tinkey

Mayor Haynie called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. The council adopted a resolution declaring the March 25, 2025 special election results (R.25032 FINAL) with all present voting in favor. Mayor Haynie then administered the oath of office to Council Member‑Elect Mike Tinkey.

• Adopted resolution declaring March 25 special election results (R.25032 FINAL) – unanimous vote

Design Review Board

The Commercial Design Review Board will conduct final and preliminary reviews of four commercial projects. A final architecture review at 300 W. Coleman was denied with board comments, while a final review for Homesense at 1909 N. Hwy 17 was approved with board comments. Preliminary reviews include Roper at 512 Johnnie Dodds and James B. Edwards at 855 Von Kolnitz.

• 300 W. Coleman (TMS #517-00-00-047) – Final Review of Architecture – Denied with Board Comments
• Homesense at 1909 N. Hwy 17 (TMS #558-00-00-102) – Final Review of Site, Landscape, and Architecture – Approved with Board Comments
• Roper at 512 Johnnie Dodds (TMS #514-00-00-070) – Preliminary Review of Site, Landscape, and Architecture
• James B. Edwards at 855 Von Kolnitz (TMS #559-00-00-064) – Preliminary Review of Site and Landscape

The board approved the February minutes and several project requests. It approved additional paint swatches for 300 W. Coleman but denied the paint color request, ordering a restudy. It also approved extra presentation time and material samples for the Roper project, extra presentation time and information for the James B. Edwards project, and a redesign for the Homesense project.

• Approved February minutes (all in favor)
• Approved submission of additional paint swatches for 300 W. Coleman (all in favor)
• Denied paint color request for 300 W. Coleman, ordering restudy (all in favor)
• Approved additional presentation time for Roper project (all in favor, Richardson abstaining)
• Approved additional material samples for Roper project (all in favor, Richardson abstaining)
• Approved additional five‑minute presentation for James B. Edwards project (all in favor, Lambert and Morrison abstaining)
• Approved submission of additional information for James B. Edwards project (all in favor, Lambert and Morrison abstaining)
• Approved redesign work for Homesense project (all in favor, Richardson abstaining)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to receive presentations on the recommended budget for fiscal year 2026. The body will also review the Capital Improvement Plan and Capital Maintenance Plan for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

• Recommended budget for fiscal year 2026
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for fiscal years 2026-2030
• Capital Maintenance Plan (CMP) for fiscal years 2026-2030

The committee approved the minutes from the May 6, 2024 meeting. Staff presented the recommended budget for fiscal year 2026 and the Capital Improvement and Capital Maintenance Plans for FY 2026‑2030. No votes or approvals were recorded on the budget or plans. The meeting adjourned at 9:33 a.m.

• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding land use changes and rezoning requests. The body will also discuss updates to the 5 Year Comprehensive Plan and review a sketch plan for residential lots.

• Public hearing: Request to annex and zone CC at Hamlin Beach Road
• Public hearing: Request to rezone 106 May Lane from AB to R-2
• Public hearing: Request to rezone seven parcels at Shem Creek Boat Landing from R-2 to PI-1
• Sketch plan: Proposal to create two Single-Family Residential lots at 485 Mathis Ferry Road
• Presentation: 5 Year Comprehensive Plan Update regarding Land Use and District Plans

The Planning Commission denied the Hamlin Beach Road annex and zoning request (7‑1). It approved the rezoning of 106 May Lane to R‑2 unanimously. It approved rezoning of the Shem Creek Boat Landing parcels to PI‑1 (6‑1). It also approved the sketch plan and LDR waiver for 485 Mathis Ferry Road unanimously and adopted a commission membership ordinance.

• Denied Hamlin Beach Road annex and zoning request (7‑1)
• Approved rezoning of 106 May Lane to R‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Shem Creek Boat Landing parcels to PI‑1 (6‑1)
• Approved sketch plan and LDR waiver for 485 Mathis Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Commission Membership Ordinance

GREEN Commission

The GREEN Commission will discuss qualifications for incentive partners and a tentative budget for Residential Low Impact Development (LID), and continue priority-setting from a February workshop. Outreach events such as Plantasia and a native plant sale are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of qualifications for incentive partners and tentative budget for Residential LID
• Continued discussion of 2025 workshop priorities from February 24
• Outreach opportunities: Plantasia on March 29 at Mount Pleasant Farmers Market
• Native Plant Sale on April 19 at Boone Hall Plantation

The Mount Pleasant Green Commission voted to recommend to Town Council and the Flood Resilience Committee qualifications for private partners in the Residential Low Impact Development (LID) program, and approved a minimum $25,000 budget for the pilot program. The commission also discussed priorities from a February workshop and agreed to prepare additional information before the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Residential LID private partner qualifications to Town Council and Flood Resilience Committee (all in favor, Conley abstaining)
• Approved minimum $25,000 budget for Residential LID pilot program (all in favor)

Recreation Advisory Commission

The Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a legal presentation for members, followed by discussions on their responsibilities, the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market and Makers Mart, and updates on MPRD projects and programs. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes. No binding decisions are expected; items are advisory recommendations to the Town Council.

• Legal presentation for Commission members
• Discussion of Commission responsibilities
• Discussion of Mount Pleasant Farmers Market and Makers Mart
• MPRD project and program updates

The Mount Pleasant Recreation Advisory Commission met on March 18, 2025, and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting. No public comments were made. The commission received a legal presentation on FOIA and meeting requirements, discussed member responsibilities, and heard updates on the Farmers Market, Makers Mart, and MPRD projects. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

A - Town Council Meetings

This special meeting includes an executive session to discuss applications for the Green Commission and a contract for the purchase and sale of real property. Council may take action on those items after the closed session. The meeting also includes public comment and recognition of the Wando Girls Rugby State Champions.

• Executive session for personnel: consideration of Green Commission applications
• Executive session for legal and contractual: discussion and possible action on a real property purchase/sale contract
• Council may take action on any executive session item after the closed session
• Recognition of Wando Girls Rugby State Champions

The Town Council held a special meeting on March 11, 2025, and after an executive session on personnel and a real estate contract (with no action taken), it voted unanimously to appoint Don Bailey to the GREEN Commission. The meeting also included public comment about a possible tree removal on Equestrian Drive and recognition of the Wando Girls Rugby State Champions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Don Bailey to the GREEN Commission (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel and real estate contract discussions; no action taken

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will hold first readings on several zoning and annexation ordinances, including an 11.16-acre annexation at 1209 Venning Road and a 1.75-acre annexation at Porchers Bluff and Briley Court. Final readings are scheduled for the Patriots Annex development agreement and its planned development district ordinance, covering a 30.32-acre parcel near Patriots Point Road and Charleston Harbor. The council also will consider a perpetual easement for water and wastewater systems at Memorial Waterfront Park and a law enforcement mutual aid agreement with Charleston County Aviation Authority.

• First Reading: Annexation of 11.16 acres at 1209 Venning Road (Ord. 25013)
• First Reading: Amendment to Central Mount Pleasant PD for 1209 Venning Road as Area 5 Storage Tract (Ord. 25014)
• First Reading: Amendment to Pepper Tract PD (Ord. 25015) and approval of updated Impact Assessment and Conceptual Plan
• Final Reading: Patriots Annex Planned Development District Ordinance (Ord. 25010) for 30.32 acres
• Adoption: Resolution authorizing Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement with Charleston County Aviation Authority (R.25031)

The Mount Pleasant Town Council held first readings on several zoning and annexation ordinances, including the 11.16-acre Venning Road annexation and the Pepper Tract PD amendment, and approved the updated Impact Assessment for Pepper Tract. It deferred two final-reading ordinances related to the Patriots Annex development back to the Planning Committee. The council also approved a mutual aid agreement with the Charleston County Aviation Authority and a right-of-way grant to SCDOT.

• Approved first reading of ordinance to renumber Vested Rights and Workforce Housing Exemption sections (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation of 11.16-acre tract at 1209 Venning (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Central Mount Pleasant PD amendment for 1209 Venning (7-1, Mayor opposed)
• Approved first reading of Pepper Tract PD amendment (unanimous)
• Approved updated Impact Assessment and Conceptual Plan for Pepper Tract (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation and R-1 zoning for 1.75 acres at Porchers Bluff and Briley Court (unanimous)
• Deferred final readings of Patriots Annex development agreement and PD ordinance to Planning Committee (6-2)
• Approved first reading of Waterfront Park easement grant to Mount Pleasant Waterworks (unanimous)

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council will hold a regular meeting on March 6, 2025, to discuss final planning of the Mount Pleasant Way priority project details and consider other potential projects. The meeting also includes public comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Final planning of Mount Pleasant Way priority project details
• Consideration and possible action on other potential projects
• Public comments (opportunity for residents to speak)
• Approval of minutes from January 2, 2025 meeting
• Housekeeping items

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 5, 2025. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comments, subcommittee reports (Art on the Half Shell, Marketing, Sweetgrass Revitalization), and election of a chair and vice chair. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or fiscal actions noted.

• Election of chair and vice chair for the commission
• Report from Art on the Half Shell subcommittee
• Report from Marketing subcommittee
• Report from Sweetgrass Revitalization subcommittee
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission approved the minutes from its January 8, 2025 meeting and selected Brad Dunnells and Nicole Seitz to serve second terms as chair and vice chair. The commission also reviewed 50 submissions for 7 Art on the Half Shell spots and made selections. New staff were introduced, and discussions were held on street pole banners, student art promotion, and a possible art contest related to local indigenous peoples.

• Approved the minutes from the January 8, 2025 meeting.
• Selected Brad Dunnells and Nicole Seitz to serve second terms as chair and vice chair.
• Reviewed 50 submissions and made selections for 7 Art on the Half Shell spots.
• Discussed street pole banners, student art promotion, and an indigenous peoples art contest (no action taken).

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee will continue discussion and possibly take action on a resolution supporting state anti-SLAPP legislation (House Bill H.3305 and Senate Bill S.43). They will also discuss and possibly act on changing the number of readings required to ratify an ordinance. No police or judicial agenda items are scheduled.

• Continued discussion and possible action on resolution supporting House Bill H.3305 and Senate Bill S.43 (anti-SLAPP law)
• Discussion and possible action to change the number of readings to ratify an ordinance
• Approval of minutes from December 5, 2024 and February 3, 2025 meetings

The committee met but could not vote due to lack of quorum, so no decisions were made. Members discussed delaying the anti-SLAPP resolution to the next Council meeting and debated the impact of requiring three readings for ordinances. Public comments included opposition to the pet leash law and support for three readings.

• No votes taken due to lack of quorum
• Anti-SLAPP resolution discussion delayed to next Council meeting
• Ordinance three-reading requirement discussed, no action

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will receive an update on the Highway 41/Rivertowne Parkway intersection and discuss possible action on the town's traffic calming program. The committee will also hear a traffic management update on ongoing projects.

• Update on Highway 41/Rivertowne Parkway intersection
• Discussion and possible action on traffic calming program
• Traffic Management Update on ongoing projects

The Mount Pleasant Transportation Committee met on March 3, 2025, but could not make any motions or votes because only two members were present, lacking a quorum. The committee heard public comments and staff updates on traffic signal timing, the traffic calming program, and ongoing projects, but no decisions were made.

• No action taken on February 3, 2025 minutes due to lack of quorum
• No motions or votes possible due to lack of quorum

Education Committee

The Mount Pleasant Education Committee will discuss three items: parking and traffic at Lucy Beckham High School, proposed legislation to eliminate constituent school boards, and a potential partnership with CCSD on an updated R.L. Jones Center. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Lucy Beckham High School parking and area traffic
• Discussion of proposed legislation to eliminate constituent school boards
• Discussion on potential CCSD partnership on an updated R.L. Jones Center

The Mount Pleasant Education Committee met on March 3, 2025, and approved the minutes from the January 6, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed Lucy Beckham High School parking and traffic, proposed legislation to eliminate constituent school boards, and a potential CCSD partnership for an updated R.L. Jones Center. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss the FY 2026 budget and the town's Economic Development Strategic Plan. The body will also consider actions regarding development impact fees and incentives for Project Elevate.

• Proposed FY 2026 budget for Economic Development
• Code of Ordinance Chapter 154, Development Impact Fees
• Executive session regarding incentives for Project Elevate
• Economic Development Strategic Plan discussion

The committee approved the February minutes and discussed the Economic Development Strategic Plan, the proposed FY 2026 budget for Economic Development, and impact fees. No formal action was taken on these items. The committee entered executive session to discuss incentives for Project Elevate but reconvened without taking any votes or actions.

• Approved minutes from February 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss Project Elevate incentives (2-1)
• No action taken on FY 2026 Economic Development budget
• No action taken on impact fees discussion
• No action taken after executive session

Flood Resilience Committee

The Mount Pleasant Council Committees will hold a series of meetings on March 3, 2025, covering land-use ordinances, public safety legislation, economic development incentives, and transportation projects. Key discussions include continued debate on the Patriots Annex Planned Development District (Ord. 25010) for a 30.32-acre tract, a resolution supporting the state anti-SLAPP bill (H.3305/S.43), and possible changes to development impact fees (Chapter 154). Other committees will review recreation sponsorships, dog parks, Lucy Beckham High School traffic, and a financial transparency policy requiring expenditures over $150 to be posted online.

• Continued discussion on Patriots Annex PD Ordinance (Ord. 25010) for 30.32-acre tract near Patriots Point Road and Charleston Harbor
• Possible action on resolution supporting anti-SLAPP legislation (H.3305/S.43)
• Discussion and possible action on Code Chapter 154 development impact fees
• Discussion on financial transparency policy: all expenditures $150+ posted on town website
• Discussion of Lucy Beckham High School parking and area traffic

The Flood Resilience Committee approved the minutes from its February 3, 2025 meeting unanimously. Staff provided updates on the Green Commission's activities and on grant funding secured for stormwater and resilience projects. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Mount Pleasant Finance Committee will meet on March 3, 2025, to discuss several items including a proposed financial transparency policy that would post all expenditures of $150 or more on the town website. The committee will also review development impact fees, receive a report on green space funding from the 2022 Recreation Referendum, and consider an ordinance amendment regarding public right-of-way planting and replacement. Other business includes possible action on recreation sponsorships.

• Discussion and possible action on a financial transparency policy requiring online posting of all expenditures of $150 or more
• Discussion and possible action regarding Code of Ordinances Chapter 154, Development Impact Fees
• Report on the amount of green space funding anticipated from the 2022 Recreation Referendum
• Ordinance to amend Section 51.013, Public Right-of-Way Planting and Replacement (Ord. No. 25006)
• Review and possible action pertaining to recreation sponsorships

The Finance Committee met and heard public comments on a proposed financial transparency policy requiring all expenditures of $150 or more to be posted online. The committee discussed the policy, recreation sponsorships, development impact fees, green space funding, and a tree ordinance amendment, but took no formal votes on these items. The only action was approving the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes from February 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed recreation sponsorships, no action taken
• Discussed development impact fees, no action taken
• Discussed financial transparency policy, no action taken
• Heard report on green space funding from 2022 Recreation Referendum
• Discussed ordinance amendment to Section 51.013 (Public Right-of-Way Planting)

Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will continue discussion and consider recommendations on the Patriots Annex Planned Development District Ordinance for a 30.32-acre portion of a larger tract near Patriots Point Road and Charleston Harbor. It will also review Planning Commission recommendations on a text amendment for workforce housing, a zoning amendment at 1209 Venning Road, a Pepper Tract PD amendment, and an annexation at Porchers Bluff Road. A status report on the Five-Year Comprehensive Plan update is also scheduled.

• Continued discussion on Patriots Annex PDD (Ord. 25010) for a 30.32-acre tract bounded by Patriots Point Road and Charleston Harbor
• Text amendment to renumber Workforce Housing Exemption Program and Vested Rights (Planning Commission recommended approval)
• Central Mt. Pleasant PD amendment to allow outdoor storage at 1209 Venning Road (recommended approval with conditions)
• Pepper Tract PD amendment to modify zoning map and permitted uses (recommended approval with conditions)
• Annexation and R-1 zoning for four lots at 1342 Porchers Bluff / Briley Court (recommended approval)

The Mount Pleasant Planning Committee voted unanimously to recommend Town Council approval of the Patriots Annex Planned Development District Ordinance (Ord. 25010) with conditions including a 12% open space requirement, a cap of 130 residential units, and a 35-foot height limit for the Patriots Fountain portion. The committee also recommended approval of several other items: a text amendment renumbering the Workforce Housing Exemption Program and Vested Rights, an amendment to the Central Mount Pleasant PD allowing outdoor storage at 1209 Venning Road, an amendment to the Pepper Tract PD with a buffer and masonry wall requirement, and the annexation and zoning of four lots on Porchers Bluff Road. All recommendations were approved unanimously. No final decisions were made; all actions are recommendations to Town Council.

• Recommended approval of Patriots Annex PD Ordinance (Ord. 25010) with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of text amendment renumbering Workforce Housing Exemption Program and Vested Rights (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Central Mt. Pleasant PD amendment for outdoor storage at 1209 Venning Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Pepper Tract PD amendment with 35-foot buffer and 8-foot masonry wall (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation and R-1 zoning for four lots on Porchers Bluff Road (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Commercial Design Review Board will meet to review site and landscape plans for two commercial properties. The board will consider a final review for one location and a preliminary review for another.

• Final Review of Site and Landscape for Mediterranean Shipping Company at 700 Watermark Blvd
• Preliminary Review of Site, Landscape, and Architecture for Parker’s Kitchen at 3272 N Hwy 17

The Mount Pleasant Commercial Design Review Board approved the final site and landscape plan for Mediterranean Shipping Company at 700 Watermark Blvd by consent. The board also allowed Parker's Kitchen at 3272 N Hwy 17 to submit additional materials and layouts for its preliminary review, and designated George Browder as the main street for that project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Mediterranean Shipping Company final site and landscape plan (consent, all in favor)
• Approved Parker's Kitchen request to submit additional materials (all in favor)
• Approved Parker's Kitchen request to submit additional layouts (all in favor)
• Approved designating George Browder as main street for Parker's Kitchen project (all in favor)

GREEN Commission

The GREEN Commission is meeting to discuss environmental initiatives and program development. The body will review habitat restoration, water quality protection, and outreach efforts. Members will also work on the creation of a Residential Low Impact Development program.

• Discussion of invasive species removal and pollinator garden programs
• Review of stormwater pond habitat plantings and wetland buffer maintenance
• Development of the Residential Low Impact Development (LID) program
• Planning for educational outreach to schools, the public, and HOAs
• Review of upcoming outreach events including Plantasia on March 29

The Mount Pleasant GREEN Commission met and agreed to keep its 2025 meeting schedule unchanged. Members discussed and set priorities for habitat restoration and water quality, focusing on stormwater programs, wetland policies, and invasive species education. They also agreed to develop an outreach framework and assigned members to work on specific topics for the next meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Minutes deferred to next meeting
• Meeting schedule kept as defined
• Priorities set: stormwater programs, storm drain art/markers, wetland policies, invasive vs. native trees
• Outreach framework to be developed
• Habitat restoration work assigned to Quick and Westerhold
• Water quality work assigned to Flynn, Honderd, and Colabello
• Next meeting agenda to include tree management, annual award, and Blessing of the Fleet topics

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three items: a variance for an oversized detached accessory structure on Bayview Drive, a special exception for a gas station on George Browder Boulevard, and an appeal of a short-term rental permit denial on Ellis Street. All items already bear staff recommendations of approval or upholding. The meeting includes public comment and standard procedural items.

• Special exception for gas station at 0 George Browder Boulevard on area-wide business zoned parcel
• Appeal of short-term rental permit denial at 665 Ellis Street (minimum 24-night rental requirement)
• Variance request at 415 Bayview Drive for oversized detached accessory structure (height and footprint)
• Staff recommendation to uphold the zoning official's denial of short-term rental renewal

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a detached accessory structure at 415 Bayview Drive (5-1) and a special exception for a gas station at 0 George Browder Boulevard (5-1). It also upheld the Zoning Administrator's denial of a short-term rental permit renewal for 665 Ellis Street, based on the applicant's testimony that two rentals were booked after the denial.

• Approved variance for accessory structure at 415 Bayview Drive (5-1)
• Approved special exception for gas station at 0 George Browder Boulevard (5-1)
• Upheld denial of short-term rental permit renewal for 665 Ellis Street (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several amendments to planned development districts and rezoning requests. The body will also review a sketch plan for a lot subdivision and discuss updates to the 5 Year Comprehensive Plan.

• Central Mt. Pleasant PD: Request to allow outdoor storage uses
• Pepper Tract PD: Request to modify Zoning Map and Permitted Uses
• Bowman Road: Request to rezone AB-2 for a split-zoned parcel
• 1342 Porchers Bluff/Briley Court: Request to annex and rezone R-1 for four lots
• 6 Vincent Drive: Proposal to subdivide into two Single-Family Residential lots

The Mount Pleasant Planning Commission approved the Pepper Tract Planned Development (PD) amendment with conditions, including eliminating outdoor storage and hospice/substance abuse uses. The commission also approved the Central Mt. Pleasant PD amendment allowing outdoor storage, a zoning text amendment for workforce housing, and a rezoning/annexation request. A rezoning request for Bowman Road was deferred at the applicant's request.

• Approved Central Mt. Pleasant PD amendment allowing outdoor storage, with condition for pedestrian path study (all in favor)
• Approved zoning text amendment renumbering Workforce Housing Exemption Program and Vested Rights (all in favor)
• Approved Pepper Tract PD amendment with conditions: flex space at top right quadrant, 10-12 ft buffer wall, 35 ft max height, no tree removal behind Welsh Pony (8-1)
• Amendment to Pepper Tract PD motion passed to eliminate outdoor storage and hospice/substance abuse uses (8-1)
• Approved impact assessment for Pepper Tract PD (8-1)
• Approved conceptual plan for Pepper Tract PD (8-1)
• Deferred Bowman Road rezoning request at applicant's request (all in favor)
• Approved annexation and rezoning of four lots at 1342 Porchers Bluff/Briley Court to R-1 (all in favor)

GREEN Commission

The GREEN Commission will review proposed incentives for a Residential Low Impact Development initiative. The body will also consider a planting plan for the Canopy Restoration Project and set priorities for a February 24 workshop.

• Proposed incentives for Residential Low Impact Development (LID)
• Canopy Restoration Project planting plan for R.L. Jones, Carolina Park, and Ruby/Simmons St Intersection
• Planning for February 24 Workshop Meeting
• Re-Adoption of Rules of Procedure
• Election of Officers

The Mount Pleasant GREEN Commission set its top three priorities for the Feb. 24 special meeting: Residential Low Impact Development, Habitat Restoration/Water Quality, and Outreach. The Commission approved a partnership approach for residential LID incentives, including local businesses, and approved recognizing neighborhoods and HOAs with awards. It also approved holding at least three stakeholder meetings before the Blessing of the Fleet, approved the Canopy Restoration Project as presented, and re-adopted its Rules of Procedure with a new schedule adding a November meeting.

• Approved agenda and minutes (all in favor)
• Identified top 3 workshop topics: LID, Habitat Restoration/Water Quality, Outreach
• Approved option 3 for residential LID incentives: partnership with local businesses (all in favor)
• Approved HOA/neighborhood recognition awards commensurate with activities (all in favor)
• Approved minimum 3 stakeholder meetings before Blessing of the Fleet (all in favor)
• Approved Canopy Restoration Project at R.L. Jones, Carolina Park, Ruby/Simmons St (all in favor)
• Re-adopted Rules of Procedure with new schedule adding November meeting (all in favor)
• Elected David Quick as chair and Olivia Flynn as vice-chair by secret ballot

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council will hold a special meeting to continue discussing details of the Mount Pleasant Way priority project for the current session and to plan a service project for the Medical University of South Carolina Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Public comments will be taken. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Continued discussion of Mount Pleasant Way priority project details for the session
• Planning for Medical University of South Carolina Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit service project
• Public comments period

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council special meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, was not formally held because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made; the agenda items, including continued discussion of the Mount Pleasant Way priority project and planning for the MUSC Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit service project, were not addressed.

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to receive public comment, then enter executive session to discuss personnel matters (applications for the Historic District Preservation Commission) and contractual/proprietary issues related to the Harbor Entrepreneur Center. After the closed session, the council may take action on any item discussed.

• Discussion of contractual and proprietary matters related to the Harbor Entrepreneur Center
• Consideration of applications to serve on the Historic District Preservation Commission

The Town Council held a special meeting and went into executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters. After reconvening, they voted unanimously to appoint Mr. Foxworth and Mr. Craft to the Historic District Preservation Commission. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Mr. Foxworth and Mr. Craft to the Historic District Preservation Commission (unanimous)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amended budget for fiscal year 2025. The body will also consider several zoning ordinances, land annexations, and a development agreement for Patriots Annex.

• Proposed amended FY 2025 budget with revenue and expenditures of $393,566,690
• Final reading of ordinance to allow Medical Office use at 620 Wando Park Boulevard
• Rezoning of 0.52-acre parcel at 1510 Mathis Ferry Road to Areawide Business District
• Annexation and zoning of 1.17-acre parcel at 1748 Halls Pond Road
• First reading of Patriots Annex Planned Development District Ordinance for a 30.32-acre portion of land

The Mount Pleasant Town Council approved the amended FY2025 budget, increasing revenue and expenditures to $393,566,690, and added $61,938 for a special election. They also gave first reading to the Patriots Annex development agreement and planned development district ordinance, and deferred a right-of-way planting ordinance to committee.

• Approved amended FY2025 budget (Ord. 25007) with $61,938 increase for special election (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Patriots Annex Development Agreement (Ord. 25009) and PD Ordinance (Ord. 25010) (unanimous)
• Deferred right-of-way planting ordinance (Ord. 25006) to Water Supply and Resources Committee
• Approved consent agenda items A-E including rezoning and annexation ordinances (unanimous)
• Accepted police vehicle donation (unanimous)
• Approved Blessing of the Fleet beneficiaries (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of right-of-way grant to SCDOT at Longpoint Road and Needlerush Parkway (Ord. 25011) (unanimous)
• Adopted Law Enforcement Assistance and Support Agreement with Irmo Police Department (R.25021) (unanimous)

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The February 6, 2025 meeting of the Mount Pleasant Youth Council has been cancelled. The agenda included discussion of a mental health website, the Mount Pleasant Way priority project, and other potential projects, but no action was taken as the meeting was cancelled.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were discussed or decided

The February 6, 2025 meeting of the Mount Pleasant Youth Council was cancelled. No decisions were made.

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss traffic calming recommendations for Center Street, McCants Drive, and Erckmann Drive. The body will also review annual projects for the Charleston County Transportation Committee and the FY 2026 Transportation Sales Tax.

• Traffic calming review for Center Street and McCants Drive
• Discussion of traffic calming on Erckmann Drive
• Review of FY 2026 Transportation Sales Tax projects
• Review of Charleston County Transportation Committee Annual Projects
• Traffic Management update on ongoing projects

The committee approved the FY 2026 Transportation Sales Tax and Charleston County Transportation Committee Annual Projects list, with amendments to include a culvert and bridge replacement on Long Point Road near Boone Hall Creek and to re-prioritize the Hamlin Plantation Shared Use Path ahead of the Wingo Way at US 17 on-ramp pedestrian improvement. The motion as amended carried unanimously. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 6, 2025 meeting and discussed traffic calming measures for Center Street, McCants Drive, and Erckmann Drive, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Approved FY 2026 Transportation Sales Tax and Charleston County Transportation Committee Annual Projects list (unanimous)
• Amended motion to include culvert and bridge replacement on Long Point Road near Boone Hall Creek as a Public Works project (unanimous)
• Amended motion to re-prioritize Hamlin Plantation Shared Use Path ahead of Wingo Way at US 17 on-ramp Pedestrian Improvement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

Mount Pleasant's committees of council meet on February 3, 2025, to discuss and act on multiple items including a major development request for the Patriots Annex site, a resolution supporting an anti-SLAPP law, a town hall generator contract award, and traffic calming studies. Several committees also hold initial discussions on new facilities, utility undergrounding, and economic development strategy.

• Planning Committee: Five-year extension of Patriots Annex Development Agreement and creation of a new Planned Development District on 30.32 acres off Patriots Point Road (currently zoned WG-C).
• Police, Judicial & Legal Committee: Discussion and possible action on a resolution supporting anti-SLAPP legislation (H.3305/S.43) and an ordinance granting excess right-of-way at Longpoint Road and Needlerush Parkway to SCDOT.
• Bids & Purchases Committee: Award of a contract for Town Hall generator replacement project.
• Economic Development Committee: Discussion of Harbor Entrepreneur Center and next steps on the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
• Transportation Committee: Traffic calming review for Center Street and McCants Drive, discussion of Erckmann Drive, and review of FY2026 Transportation Sales Tax projects.

The committee discussed a $100k request from the Harbor Entrepreneur Center, hearing a presentation from Grady Johnson and Christina Lock. After an executive session, the committee voted to send the request to the full council with no committee recommendation. The Economic Development Strategic Plan discussion was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Moved Harbor Entrepreneur Center request to full council with no committee recommendation (unanimous)
• Deferred Economic Development Strategic Plan discussion to next meeting (unanimous)

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on a resolution supporting state anti-SLAPP legislation (House Bill H. 3305 and Senate Bill S. 43), an ordinance granting excess right-of-way at Longpoint Road and Needlerush Parkway to SCDOT, and an ordinance altering the effective date of the Town's Zoning Code amendments under Ordinance No. 24040. They will also receive introductions of new police captains. The meeting includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and public comments.

• Discussion and possible action on resolution supporting anti-SLAPP legislation (H. 3305 / S. 43)
• Discussion and possible action on grant of excess right-of-way at Longpoint Road and Needlerush Parkway to SCDOT
• Discussion and possible action on ordinance altering effective date of Zoning Code amendments (Ordinance No. 24040)
• Introduction of new police captains
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024, December 5, 2024, and January 6, 2025 meetings

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee approved minutes from prior meetings and recommended to full Council a resolution supporting anti-SLAPP legislation (House Bill H. 3305 and Senate Bill S. 43). The committee discussed but took no action on an ordinance to grant excess right-of-way to SCDOT and an ordinance to alter the zoning code effective date. No final votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from Nov 4, 2024 and Jan 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended anti-SLAPP resolution to full Council (motion made, seconded, but vote deferred due to member absence)
• Discussed right-of-way grant at Longpoint Road and Needlerush Parkway; no action
• Discussed zoning code effective date change; no action

Flood Resilience Committee

The Town of Mount Pleasant's committees of council will discuss and act on several items. The Planning Committee will consider a five-year extension of the Patriots Annex Development Agreement and a new Planned Development District for a 30.32-acre portion off Patriots Point Road. Other committees will discuss an anti-SLAPP resolution, a Town Hall generator contract, traffic calming on Center Street and McCants Drive, and initial discussions on a new R.L. Jones Center facility.

• Patriots Annex Development Agreement extension and new Planned Development District (30.32 acres off Patriots Point Road)
• Discussion and possible action on resolution supporting anti-SLAPP legislation (H.3305 / S.43)
• Award of contract for Town Hall generator replacement project
• Traffic calming review and recommendations for Center Street and McCants Drive
• Initial discussion on exploring a new R.L. Jones Center Facility

The Flood Resilience Committee approved the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting unanimously. Staff reviewed the Green Commission Report, and the committee discussed themes for an upcoming presentation at the SC7 Conference with Pickens County. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved November 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the undergrounding of utility lines and the sponsorship of Town fields and facilities. The committee will also consider a recommendation to accept a police vehicle donation.

• Recommendation on acceptance of a Police vehicle donation
• Discussion on undergrounding of utility lines
• Discussion on sponsorship of Town fields and facilities

The Finance Committee approved acceptance of a police vehicle donation (moved by Brownstein, seconded by Santos, all present voted in favor). They also approved the January 6, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee held initial discussions on undergrounding utility lines and sponsoring town fields/facilities, both stemming from the Town Council retreat, but took no action on these topics. Public comments supported both initiatives.

• Approved police vehicle donation (unanimous)
• Approved January 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed undergrounding utility lines (no action)
• Discussed sponsorship of town fields and facilities (no action)

Bids & Purchases Committee

Multiple Mount Pleasant Council committees will meet on February 3, 2025. The Planning Committee will discuss a five-year extension of the Patriots Annex Development Agreement and a new Planned Development District on 30.32 acres off Patriots Point Road. Other committees will consider an anti-SLAPP resolution, a Town Hall generator replacement contract, traffic calming on several streets, and initial discussions on utility line undergrounding and field sponsorship.

• Patriots Annex Development Agreement extension and new Planned Development District (30.32 acres off Patriots Point Road)
• Discussion and possible action on a resolution supporting an anti-SLAPP law (H.3305 / S.43)
• Award of a contract for Town Hall generator replacement
• Traffic calming review for Center Street, McCants Drive, and Erckmann Drive
• Initial discussion on undergrounding utility lines and sponsoring town fields and facilities

The Bids & Purchases Committee approved the Town Hall generator replacement project as presented by staff. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 6, 2025 meeting. Both approvals were unanimous among the two members present.

• Approved Town Hall generator replacement project (2-0)
• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (2-0)

Planning Committee

Multiple town committees are meeting to discuss zoning, infrastructure, and legal matters. Key items include a proposed planned development district off Patriots Point Road and traffic calming reviews for several streets.

• Request for five-year extension of Patriots Annex Development Agreement and a new PD for 30.32 acres off Patriots Point Road
• Proposed resolution supporting anti-SLAPP laws (House Bill H. 3305 and Senate Bill S. 43)
• Proposed grant of excess right-of-way at Longpoint Road and Needlerush Parkway to SCDOT
• Contract award for Town Hall generator replacement project
• Traffic calming reviews for Center Street, McCants Drive, and Erckmann Drive

The Planning Committee voted 3-1 to recommend Town Council approval of the Patriots Annex Planned Development (PD) for a 30.32-acre portion of a larger tract off Patriots Point Road, with conditions including a 14% open space minimum, a cap of 80 residential units, no flat roofs, and a reduced tree density of 120 trees per acre. A proposed amendment to include previously approved heights in the PD document failed for lack of a second. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 6 meeting and noted an employee's 20-year service recognition.

• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Patriots Annex PD with conditions (3-1)
• Set 14% minimum open space requirement for the development
• Restricted residential units to 80 total for the entire development
• Prohibited flat roofs in the development
• Reduced tree density from 160 to 120 trees per acre
• Amended motion to cap height at 35 feet for Parcel 2 and Patriots Fountain (3-1)
• Denied amendment to include previously approved heights in PD document (no second)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct final reviews of architecture, site, and landscape for five projects: Brown Fox (307 Simmons), Fresh Market (1118 Bowman), Residence Inn (15 Harry Hallman Blvd), Comeback Shack, and Buffalo Wild Wings (715 Johnnie Dodds). They will also hold a preliminary review for Mediterranean Shipping Company (700 Watermark Blvd). The board will consider re-adopting rules of procedures and elect officers.

• Final approval of Brown Fox at 307 Simmons (with conditions)
• Final approval of Fresh Market at 1118 Bowman
• Final approval of Residence Inn at 15 Harry Hallman Blvd (consent motion)
• Final approval of Comeback Shack (consent motion)
• Preliminary review of Mediterranean Shipping Company at 700 Watermark Blvd

The Mount Pleasant Commercial Design Review Board approved several commercial projects, including the Residence Inn, Buffalo Wild Wings, Comeback Shack, Brown Fox, and Fresh Market, with some conditional approvals. The board also re-adopted its rules of procedures and elected new officers. No substantive decisions were made on the Mediterranean Shipping Company project, which was only reviewed preliminarily.

• Approved Residence Inn final site/landscape/architecture review (consent, Richardson abstained)
• Approved Buffalo Wild Wings final architecture review (consent)
• Approved Comeback Shack final site/landscape/architecture review (consent)
• Approved Brown Fox final architecture review with condition to consider smaller/ground placement of shed and duct work
• Approved Fresh Market final site/landscape/architecture review with condition to relocate door or palm planter
• Re-adopted rules of procedures (unanimous)
• Elected Richard Kiel as chair and Elissa Morrison as vice-chair by secret ballot

GREEN Commission

The Mount Pleasant GREEN Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss updates on past activities and set a 2025 workplan and workshop date. The commission will also hear presentations on proposed incentives for Residential Low Impact Development and a summary of past utility undergrounding projects.

• Presentation on proposed incentives for Residential Low Impact Development initiative
• Presentation on converting overhead utility lines to underground service with project summary
• Update on 2024 Workplan and establishment of goals for 2025, with workshop date setting
• Update on proposed Patriot's Point Trail project
• Re-adoption of Rules of Procedure and election of officers

The Mount Pleasant GREEN Commission approved its report to Town Council summarizing activities from June 20, 2023 to present, with an added item to evaluate alignment with the Charleston County Climate Action Plan. The commission also scheduled a workshop for Monday, February 24 at 8:30 am and deferred re-adoption of rules of procedure and election of officers to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the residential LID presentation was removed from the agenda.

• Approved report to Town Council as amended (all in favor)
• Added item to evaluate alignment with Charleston County Climate Action Plan (all in favor)
• Scheduled 2025 workshop for Monday, February 24 at 8:30 am
• Deferred re-adoption of rules of procedure and election of officers to next meeting (all in favor)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear an appeal of a zoning official's determination regarding parking access at 779 3rd Street, and vote on variances for signage at 302 Wingo Way, setback relief at 1058 Phillips Park Drive, and two requests to remove historic live oak and chestnut oak trees at 1489 Oaklanding Road and 1047 Royalist Road.

• Appeal of zoning determination (Case A-01-25) at 779 3rd Street requiring parking access to a street or alley.
• Sign variance (Case V-01-25) at 302 Wingo Way to allow an 8,000 sq. ft. tenant as anchor tenant (ordinance requires 20,000 sq. ft.).
• Denied request to remove 34-inch historic live oak (Case V-02-25) at 1489 Oaklanding Road.
• Denied request to remove 25-inch historic chestnut oak (Case V-03-25) at 1047 Royalist Road.
• Approved setback variance (Case V-04-25) at 1058 Phillips Park Drive to allow a 6-inch encroachment into the 25-foot rear yard setback.

The Board of Zoning Appeals upheld the Zoning Administrator's decision to deny an appeal for a parking variance at 779 3rd Street, despite the applicant's request to withdraw. It approved a variance for anchor tenant signage at 302 Wingo Way and a 6-inch rear setback encroachment at 1058 Phillips Park Drive. The Board denied requests to remove historic trees at 1489 Oaklanding Road and 1047 Royalist Road.

• Upheld Zoning Administrator's decision on 779 3rd Street parking appeal (unanimous)
• Approved anchor tenant signage variance at 302 Wingo Way (unanimous)
• Denied historic live oak removal at 1489 Oaklanding Road (unanimous)
• Denied historic chestnut oak removal at 1047 Royalist Road (unanimous)
• Approved 6-inch rear setback encroachment at 1058 Phillips Park Drive (unanimous)

A - Town Council Meetings

The Town Council is holding a retreat to review the town's financial position, the FY2026 budget, and the proposed Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda includes approving specific federal grants for drainage improvements in Edwards Park, Alhambra, Dovre, and Saltgrass Basins. The council will also discuss legislative priorities for 2025, the Economic Development Strategic Plan, and flood-related building codes.

• Review of FY2026 Budget and financial position
• Approval of FY21 BRIC grant for Edwards Park Basin drainage
• Approval of FY23 LPDM grant for Alhambra, Dovre, and Saltgrass Basins drainage
• Discussion of Code section 152.23 regarding Elevated and Crawl Space Buildings
• Review of 2025 legislative priorities and Economic Development Strategic Plan

Planning Commission

This Planning Commission meeting is procedural only: all agenda items, including two public hearings, are forwarded to the February 19 meeting. No decisions or recommendations are made tonight. The commission will also discuss a five-year comprehensive plan update and elect officers.

• Public hearing on amending Central Mount Pleasant Planned Development District to allow outdoor storage (R-01-25)
• Public hearing on renumbering the Workforce Housing Exemption Program and Vested Rights in the Zoning Code
• Sketch plan for 6 Vincent Drive (subdivision into two lots) — CANCELLED
• Presentation and discussion of Chapter 4 (Mobility Element) of the 5-Year Comprehensive Plan Update
• Adoption of 2025 Rules of Procedure and election of officers

GREEN Commission

The Mount Pleasant GREEN Commission will discuss proposed incentives for Residential Low Impact Development (LID) aimed at promoting sustainable building practices. They will also review a summary of activities from 2023 to present, set goals for the 2025 workplan, and hear a presentation on converting overhead utility lines to underground service. Additionally, the commission will receive updates on several projects including the Patriots Point Trail, tree planting initiatives, and outreach events.

• Presentation on Residential Low Impact Development incentives for nature-based design and sustainable building
• Update on 2024 Workplan and establishment of 2025 goals; workshop date to be set
• Presentation on undergrounding utility lines with summary of past projects
• Report to Town Council summarizing Commission activities from June 20, 2023 to present
• Updates on Patriots Point Trail, Tree Task Force, Watermark Tree Planting, and Canopy Cover Restoration Project

Recreation Advisory Commission

This is a largely procedural organizational meeting. The Commission will elect a chair and co-chair, review department guidelines, and set a regular meeting schedule. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are on the agenda.

• Election of Commission Chair and Co-Chair
• Review of Commission Guidelines
• Setting the day and time for future meetings
• Overview of Department and Introduction of Staff

The Mount Pleasant Recreation Advisory Commission held an organizational meeting, electing Chad Isom as Chair and Greer Hanlon as Co-Chair by unanimous vote. The commission reviewed guidelines, introduced staff, and scheduled future meeting dates via email. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Elected Chad Isom as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Greer Hanlon as Co-Chair (unanimous)
• Set future meeting dates/times to be determined via email

A - Town Council Meetings

The Mount Pleasant Town Council will consider several planning and zoning items, including a final reading to repeal and replace the entire zoning code (Ord. 24040). First readings include a budget amendment, rezoning requests, an annexation, and a Planned Development District amendment. Two Pepper Tract items were withdrawn by the applicant. Council will also discuss a partial settlement in the Airbnb lawsuit and consider committee recommendations on live-streaming meetings and using AI for minutes.

• Final reading: Repeal and replace Chapter 156 (Zoning Code) (Ord. 24040)
• First reading: Amend FY2025 budget (Ord. 25007)
• First reading: Amend Belle Hall PD to allow medical office at 620 Wando Park Boulevard (Ord. 25001)
• First reading: Annex 1.17 acres at 1748 Halls Pond Road (Ord. 25004)
• Action on partial settlement in City of Charleston vs. Airbnb lawsuit

The Mount Pleasant Town Council approved the final reading of the new zoning code (Ord. 24040) with a May 1, 2025 effective date, after rejecting amendments to keep Cottage Courts and to strip tree protections. The council also approved first readings for several rezoning and annexation ordinances, accepted a partial settlement in the Airbnb lawsuit, and passed an amended accommodations tax ordinance prioritizing non-profits.

• Adopted new zoning code with May 1, 2025 effective date (unanimous)
• Rejected amendment to keep Cottage Courts in zoning code (4-4)
• Rejected amendment to remove tree requirements (3-5)
• Approved first reading for Belle Hall PD amendment to allow medical office (unanimous)
• Approved first reading for rezoning at 1510 Mathis Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved first reading for rezoning at 2361 North Highway 17 (unanimous)
• Accepted partial settlement in Airbnb lawsuit (6-1, one recusal)
• Approved amended accommodations tax ordinance prioritizing non-profits (7-1)

Culture, Arts & Pride Commission

The Mount Pleasant Culture, Arts & Pride Commission will approve minutes from December 2024, hear public comments, receive reports from subcommittees on Community Arts, Sweetgrass Revitalization, Paint the Town, and Marketing, and conduct an organizational review. No votes on ordinances or funding are listed.

• Approval of December 4, 2024 minutes
• Subcommittee reports: Community Arts, Sweetgrass Revitalization, Paint the Town, Marketing
• Organizational review discussion

The Culture, Arts & Pride Commission approved the minutes from the December 4, 2024 meeting. No public comments were made. The Commission discussed the new Community Arts Center, including its management and programming, and received updates on sweetgrass revitalization, Paint the Town, and upcoming events. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from December 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will meet to review the minutes from its December 2, 2024 meeting. The body will receive an update on ongoing projects, specifically regarding traffic management.

• Traffic Management Update

The Mount Pleasant Transportation Committee met on January 6, 2025, and unanimously approved the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of a public comment, a traffic management update, and a review of ongoing projects.

• Approved minutes from December 2, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Education Committee

The Education Committee will meet to discuss and potentially recommend ways to improve public education regarding pending civic actions. These actions include rezoning requests, zoning appeals, and other public meeting agenda items.

• Discussion on improving public awareness of rezoning requests and zoning appeals

The Education Committee voted to recommend that Town Council live-stream all meetings, use AI to create verbatim documents, and publish agenda items in advance. The recommendation passed unanimously. The committee also discussed improving public awareness of civic actions through social media and other channels.

• Recommended live-streaming all town meetings (unanimous)
• Recommended using AI to create verbatim meeting documents (unanimous)
• Recommended publishing agenda items in advance of meetings (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will consider approving minutes from November 4, 2024, and hold public comments. The main discussion item is integrating technology into the employee lifecycle to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve usability. There are no votes on contracts or ordinances; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Discussion of integrating technology into the employee lifecycle
• Employee years of service recognition
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting

The Human Resources Committee approved the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting and recognized Eric LaFontaine for 5 years of service. The main action was a motion to issue a request for proposals (RFP) for human resources information systems (HRIS), which passed unanimously. The committee discussed integrating technology into the employee lifecycle, including the Dayforce system, but no other decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to issue RFP for HRIS systems (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss the Harbor Entrepreneur Center. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss incentives related to Project Elevate.

• Discussion of Harbor Entrepreneur Center
• Executive session regarding incentives for Project Elevate

The Economic Development Committee approved a $100,000 request to maintain operations at the Harbor Entrepreneur Center through July 2025. The committee also discussed funding needs and office space challenges, and entered executive session to discuss incentives for Project Elevate, but took no action on that item.

• Approved $100,000 for Harbor Entrepreneur Center operations through July 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 30, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss Project Elevate incentives (unanimous)
• No action taken on Project Elevate after executive session

Police, Judicial, Legal Committee

Mount Pleasant's committees of council meet on January 6, 2025, with the Planning Committee reviewing several rezoning and development recommendations from the Planning Commission, including a proposed Patriots Annex Planned Development off Patriots Point Road and a denied amendment to the Pepper Tract PD-CD for commercial development on US Highway 17. Other committees will discuss contract awards for micromobility and intersection improvements, a mid-year budget amendment, the annual audit, and an executive session on legal advice regarding an Airbnb lawsuit.

• Award of contract for Ben Marino Way micromobility improvements (Bids & Purchases)
• Award of contract for US 17 at National Drive intersection improvements (Bids & Purchases)
• Discussion of incentives related to Project Elevate (Economic Development, executive session)
• Planning Commission recommendations: Patriots Annex PD (30.32 acres off Patriots Point Road) and Pepper Tract PD-CD amendment (140,000 sq ft commercial on US 17 North, denial recommended)
• Discussion of Town Code sections 30.46 and 30.35 (Police, Judicial & Legal Committee)

The Police, Judicial & Legal Committee convened on January 6, 2025, but due to a lack of quorum, no official actions were taken. Members discussed ordinance procedures and reviewed a presentation on rules of order, but no votes or decisions were made. The meeting adjourned without any substantive outcomes.

• No action taken on approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 and December 5, 2024 meetings (lack of quorum)
• No action taken on executive session regarding Airbnb litigation (lack of quorum)
• No action taken on any agenda items due to lack of quorum

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will receive the independent audit and impact fees report for Fiscal Year 2024. The committee will also review and potentially take action on a Mid-Year Budget Amendment Ordinance.

• Annual Presentation of the Town of Mount Pleasant Independent Audit for Fiscal Year 2024
• Annual Presentation of Impact Fees for Fiscal Year 2024
• Review and possible action on Mid-Year Budget Amendment Ordinance

The Finance Committee reviewed the FY2024 independent audit and impact fees presentations, and recommended approval of the proposed Mid-Year Budget Amendment to Town Council. The recommendation passed unanimously with all present members voting in favor.

• Approved minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended to Council approval of Mid-Year Budget Amendment as proposed by staff (unanimous)

Bids & Purchases Committee

Multiple town committees are meeting to decide on infrastructure contracts, budget amendments, and zoning recommendations. Key discussions include the FY 2024 independent audit and several planned development amendments.

• Contracts for Ben Marino Way micromobility and US 17 at National Drive intersection improvements
• Mid-Year Budget Amendment Ordinance review by the Finance Committee
• Zoning request for 1510 Mathis Ferry Road to be rezoned to Areawide Business District
• Proposed Planned Development District for a 30.32-acre portion of land off Patriots Point Road
• Request to allow a Medical Office at 620 Wando Park Boulevard

The Bids & Purchases Committee approved three items: a contract for Ben Marino Way micromobility improvements, agreements for on-call professional engineering consulting services for the Public Services Department, and a contract for the US 17 at National Drive intersection improvements project. All votes were unanimous among the members present. The meeting was brief, lasting about 11 minutes, with no public comments.

• Approved contract for Ben Marino Way micromobility improvements (unanimous)
• Approved agreements for on-call professional engineering consulting services for Public Services (unanimous)
• Approved contract for US 17 at National Drive intersection improvements (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Committees of Council session includes multiple sub-committee meetings covering contract awards, planning decisions, budget review, and policy discussions. The Planning Committee will review five zoning and development proposals, including the Patriots Annex Development Agreement extension and a controversial Pepper Tract commercial amendment recommended for denial. The Finance Committee will present the FY2024 independent audit and impact fees, and consider a mid-year budget amendment.

• Bids & Purchases: Award of contract for Ben Marino Way micromobility improvements and US 17 at National Drive intersection improvements
• Planning: R-14-24 – Five-year extension of Patriots Annex Development Agreement and new Planned Development District off Patriots Point Road
• Planning: R-15-24 – Amendment to Pepper Tract PD-CD for 140,000 sq ft commercial development on US 17 North; Planning Commission recommended denial
• Planning: R-16-24 – Belle Hall PD amendment to allow medical office at 620 Wando Park Boulevard; and R-17-24 – Rezone 1510 Mathis Ferry Road to Areawide Business District
• Finance: Annual presentation of independent audit for FY2024, impact fees, and possible action on mid-year budget amendment ordinance

The Mount Pleasant Planning Committee reviewed six Planning Commission recommendations. It voted to forward the Patriots Annex development agreement and planned development to Town Council for discussion only, with a return to the Committee for further review. It recommended denial of the Pepper Tract PD-CD amendment and updated impact assessment, and recommended approval of the Belle Hall PD amendment, 1510 Mathis Ferry Road rezoning, 2361 North Highway 17 rezoning, and 1748 Halls Pond Road annexation and zoning.

• Forwarded Patriots Annex development agreement and PD to Town Council for discussion only (3-0)
• Recommended denial of Pepper Tract PD-CD amendment and updated impact assessment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Belle Hall PD amendment to allow medical office (3-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 1510 Mathis Ferry Road to AB (3-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 2361 North Highway 17 to LO with SB-OD overlay (3-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation and zoning at 1748 Halls Pond Road to CC (3-0)

Mount Pleasant Youth Council

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council will meet to vet information for a mental health website. Members will also discuss priority project details for the Mount Pleasant Way session and consider other potential projects.

• Vetting and approval of information for the Mental Health website
• Discussion of Mount Pleasant Way priority project details
• Consideration of other potential projects

The Mount Pleasant Youth Council approved the minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting and discussed the mental health website project, setting a series of deadlines to complete it by the next meeting. They also discussed the Mount Pleasant Way garden installation timeline and potential partnership with MUSC, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from November 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Set January 10 deadline to compile and organize mental health sources
• Set January 17 deadline to categorize and format sources
• Set final step to create themed slides for website upload