Town Administrator's E-Brief

February 2023 | Issue 2

Dear Residents and Business Owners,

Spring is just around the corner and our town is excited about upcoming events and new businesses to patron. We are looking forward to enjoying, with you, all that Mount Pleasant has to offer this season.

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Regards,

Eric DeMoura

Town Administrator

Town Awarded Highest Bond Rating

The Town of Mount Pleasant has maintained its Aaa Bond Rating, the highest possible rating, by Moody's Investors Service and Standard & Poor's.

Moody's Aaa rating reflects the Town's strong reserves and liquidity, supported by prudent fiscal management and formal policies. The Town has maintained the highest bond rating since 2014 by sustaining a conservative budget and strong financial practices and management.

After a decade of Aaa bond ratings, the town has seen significant savings in interest costs while our strong regional economy is growing faster than the national average.

EDS Transportation Award

The Engineering and Development Services Department (EDS), along with design engineer partners Mead and Hunt, were honored with a State Finalist Award for the Park West Boulevard Widening Project.

Special Olympics Fundraiser

We greatly appreciate The Town of Mount Pleasant Recreation Department and Police Department for raising funds for South Carolina Special Olympics during the Isle of Palms Polar Plunge. In total, the event raised $32,000.

What We Are Looking Forward To

Mount Pleasant ArtFest

Experience the art of fun! Join us at ArtFest this year to celebrate local dance, music, and visual artists. Every year ArtFest brings families and cultural enthusiasts together to showcase their talent. Admission, all activities, and performances are free of charge.

ArtFest is on Saturday, March 11 at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

More About ArtFest >

Cooper River Bridge Run

The Cooper River Bridge Run is the best-organized and best-conducted 10-K race in the world. It includes world-class competition in a unique setting with unparalleled participant satisfaction.

Race day is on April 1 starting at Coleman Blvd. at 8:00 a.m.

Bridge Run Information >

Road Closures To Know About For The Bridge Run

Friday, March 31:

Coleman Blvd: expect delays and congestion.

Saturday, April 1:

Coleman Blvd – Closures beginning at 3:00 a.m. from Fairmont Ave. to Hibben St.
Coleman Blvd – Closures at 5:00 a.m. from Chuck Dawley Blvd. to Live Oak Dr.
Coleman Blvd – Closure from the Ravenel Bridge to Live Oak Dr. at 6:00 a.m.
Ravenel Bridge - Closure (all) at 7:00 a.m., diversion at US 17 at Houston Northcutt Blvd. onto Mathis Ferry Rd. for all southbound traffic.

Note: Areas along Coleman Blvd. begin to open around 10:00 a.m., with the exception of Fairmont Ave. to Hibben St. and Chuck Dawley Blvd. The Ravenel Bridge will reopen around 11:00 a.m., or as soon as participants and volunteers are safely off this section of the race course.

Farmers Market Opening Day

The highly anticipated Mount Pleasant Farmers Market returns on April 4! Visit on opening day to hear the opening bell ring that signals the start of a new market season. Browse through a treasure trove of the freshest local vegetables, fruits, seafood, flowers, baked and canned goods, fresh-cooked meals, and snacks.

Opening day is on April 4 at the Farmers Market Pavilion from 3:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

More Opening Day Details >

New Ribbon-Cuttings

The Town performed a ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Shanty Shoppe on January 31, 2023.

The Shanty Shoppe is located at 3530 Park Ave. Blvd., Suite 105.

More About The Shanty Shoppe >

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Pigtails & Crewcuts was held on February 21, 2023.

Pigtails & Crewcuts is located at 620-A Long Point Road.

More About Pigtails & Crewcuts >

Recreation News

Apply: Art on the Half Shell

Calling all artists! The Town of Mount Pleasant Culture, Arts & Pride Commission invites local artists to submit their proposals to paint a design on a four-foot fiberglass oyster sculpture. Selected artists will receive a blank oyster to paint and will be awarded a $750 honorarium upon return of their painted oyster. These unique masterpieces will then be displayed in public spaces throughout Mount Pleasant.

Learn More & Apply >

Spring Break Camps

Spring Break Camps and Classes for 2023 are now open and ready for registration. These camps and classes include Dinosaurs Camp, Superhero Fitness Camp, Flight Simulator Program, and more.

The Summer 2023 InMotion Magazine is also now available online!

Spring Break Camps >

Summer 2023 InMotion Mag >

Stormwater Management Tips

Auto Care = Environment Care

Did you know leaked automotive fluids wash directly off paved surfaces and into our waterways? Making sure your car is in good condition can ensure these chemicals stay in your vehicle where they belong. Also, if you wash your car at home try washing on the grass as opposed to the driveway. This allows the runoff that contains soap and dirt to infiltrate. This stops it from going directly into our storm drains and then our creeks.

Where To Recycle Motor Oil >

Did You Know?

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.

Watch Council Meetings >

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"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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