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Town Administrator's E-Brief | |
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Dear Residents and Business Owners, | |
It's another great day to be in Mount Pleasant! Spring has arrived and there is so much to do and look forward to. Opportunities for residents and local businesses to be more involved in our community are growing.
As the outdoors season continues, we hope to see you enjoying our many upcoming events.
Stay updated on our latest news by subscribing to Notify Me. For more information about our happenings, visit us online, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter.
Regards,
Eric DeMoura
Town Administrator
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Lowcountry's First "Certified" Autism Friendly Town
The Town of Mount Pleasant has been designated the Lowcountry’s first “certified” Autism Friendly Town by Just Bee, a local nonprofit created to connect neurodivergent families with their communities.
In conjunction with Just Bee, the Town is committed to further educating citizens on the signs, symptoms, and best practices for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Mount Pleasant businesses have an opportunity to become "Autism friendly designated" by completing a training seminar created by Just Bee. Click the button below to see how you can get involved.
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Harbor Entrepreneur Center Returns to Mount Pleasant | |
The Harbor Entrepreneurship Center is returning to Mount Pleasant with a 22,000-square-foot facility that will provide a collaborative space to inspire, educate and elevate entrepreneurial organizations, venture capital investment, and innovation.
The HEC in Mount Pleasant will create an entrepreneurial ecosystem for students, veterans, career changers, and businesses to develop new enterprises and ideas to grow here in the Charleston region.
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MPPD: Target Zero Challenge Winners | |
Mount Pleasant Police Department received first place in the 2022 Law Enforcement Target Zero Challenge. Target Zero is the South Carolina Department of Public Safety's initiative to decrease traffic fatalities across the state.
MPPD Officers were recognized for their achievements in DUI enforcement. The first-place award is considered Gold Standard by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Network.
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Open Commission Seats
If you're interested in getting involved in the community and have a knack for public service, consider applying for one of our open commission seats. Currently, the Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee, Historic District Preservation Commission, and the Construction Board of Adjustments are looking for members.
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Public Input: Alhambra Hall Improvements | |
The Town is exploring opportunities for improvements to Alhambra Hall, the playground, and the overall site. The goal is to create a plan to rejuvenate the many features and sites of Alhambra Hall.
The Town of Mount Pleasant is collecting public input for project planning and would like your feedback via a quick and easy single page online survey.
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Mark Your Calendars: Spring Events | | |
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Blessing of the Fleet
The 36th Annual Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival is this weekend! The free event offers tradition, culture, and family fun. Enjoy a boat parade and ceremonial blessing of the shrimp/fishing fleet, while sampling savory seafood sold by some of Mount Pleasant’s best restaurants and more.
Blessing of the Fleet is on April 30 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Memorial Waterfront Park.
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Spring Carnival
The Mount Pleasant Recreation Department is hosting a family-friendly Spring Carnival at the Alhambra Hall Playground. Features of the carnival include a jump castle, bubble show, games, interactive sidewalk chalk artist, a snake demonstration, and Pelican's Snowballs for purchase.
The Spring Carnival is May 4 from 3-5 p.m. at the Alhambra Hall Playground.
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Town Hall Lawn Concert
Grab your picnic blankets and chairs and celebrate spring with a relaxing concert at Mount Pleasant Town Hall. The Town and the Village Repertory Co. are pleased to present Sail Away - A glorious musical tribute to the “soft rock” of the mid-1970s to mid-1980s.
The concert is on Sunday, May 7 at 7 p.m. The concert is free, but an EventBrite RSVP is required. Find more information below.
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Business is thriving in the Town of Mount Pleasant.
Check out the latest addition to the business community!
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Coastal Flowers & Gifts specializes in custom flower arrangements for every occasion, budget, and style expectation.
Visit Coastal Flowers & Gifts at 3530 Park Avenue Blvd., Suite 101.
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Summer Camp Sign-Ups
Slots are still open for several Town of Mount Pleasant summer camps! Register for basketball, soccer, wrestling, softball, field hockey, and more. Remember: If you have never participated with the Recreation Department, you will need to visit one of our facilities to register your family in our database.
See what camps are available and sign up by clicking the button below.
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Stormwater Management Tips | |
Protect the Planet
Earth Day was on April 22 and serves as a reminder that taking care of our environment and waterways is a year-round, community effort. Earth Day is a day to remind ourselves of the impact we have on our planet and how we can work to protect our natural resources.
There are always ways to get involved in cleaning up your community. Click below to see what you can do to make Mount Pleasant an even more beautiful place.
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Find Town Council Meetings
Town Council Meetings are streamed live on Youtube every second Tuesday of the month. If you missed the live stream, they are recorded and posted on Youtube.
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Town of Mount Pleasant Mission Statement:
"To deliver superior performance in a manner that is distinctive and impactful to each person served and that establishes a standard for quality that endures for generations."
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