Town Administrator's E-Brief

June 2023 | Issue 6

Dear Residents and Business Owners,

There is something to be said about the Town of Mount Pleasant's commitment to collaboration and civic engagement. The Town is ahead of the curve in innovative efforts to address tough challenges and make our community better.

This dedication has been further proven as our town recently was designated an All-America City for the third time.

As we welcome visitors from around the world this summer season, we should take pride in sharing the accomplishments of our community.

While we celebrate our independence on the Fourth of July, take a moment to also celebrate our town and all it has to offer.

Regards,

Eric DeMoura

Town Administrator

All-America City Award

The Town of Mount Pleasant is celebrating a major achievement in bringing home a third All-America City award. It is the highest honor a municipality can receive. The award is a testament to the people in our community who are dedicated to bringing positive change and creating a better future for the Town and its residents.

A few of the topics touched on throughout the competition included efforts to make Mount Pleasant more inclusive to people with all abilities, building trust between law enforcement and the community, and fighting the opioid crisis.

To view our full presentation, click below.

Presentation >

ATAX Application

We put the "fun" in funding! The fiscal year 2023-2024 Accommodations Tax Funding application will open on July 1, 2023.

These funds are used to boost the advertising and marketing of tourism or cultural-related events that will be held from January 1, 2024, through June 30, 2024.

The application will close on September 1 at 4:30 p.m. Find out if your event qualifies at the link below.

More about ATAX >

Waterfront Watch

Phase III of Memorial Waterfront Park is officially underway and is scheduled to open in July 2024. Features include a splash pad, a dog park (with designated areas for small or large dogs), pickleball and basketball courts, a walking track, and more.

As construction continues, we will regularly update you on the progress through our new 'Waterfront Watch' series. Look out for photos and videos on the town's social media platforms.

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Mount Pleasant by the Numbers

Read our 2022 Annual Report

We're proud to present the Town of Mount Pleasant's 2022 Annual Report. It highlights the town's accomplishments, projects, awards, services, and more while showcasing our residents and business community.

2022 Annual Report >

Mark Your Calendars: Upcoming Events

Fourth of July

We've got you covered for Independence Day events in Mount Pleasant with our Ultimate Guide to the Fourth of July.

Details about how you can watch fireworks over the harbor, see F-16s and C-17s travel down the South Carolina Coast, and other celebrations can all be found in the guide.

Click below to learn more details about the events.

Celebrate the Fourth >

Sweetgrass Festival

One of Mount Pleasant's most popular events, the 19th Annual Sweetgrass Festival, is almost here. Learn about the history of our town and its most significant art form, sweetgrass basket making. The festival highlights the heritage and traditions of the Gullah Geechee culture and gives sweetgrass basket makers the opportunity to showcase their art.

The free event is on July 22 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Memorial Waterfront Park.

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Ribbon-Cuttings

Business is thriving in the Town of Mount Pleasant.

Check out the latest additions to the business community!

Tweedle Beedle

Tweedle Beedle is a baby and kids gear and clothing store. They also offer classes and parenting meet-up groups to grow relationships.

Visit Tweedle Beedle at 1312 Theater Drive in Mount Pleasant Towne Centre.

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Nautical Bowls

Nautical Bowls wants to help you fuel your life by combining healthy, fresh foods with an uplifting atmosphere.

Visit Nautical Bowls at 608-F Long Point Road in the Belle Hall Shopping Center.

Laurel & Lawton

Laurel & Lawton is a boutique gift shop offering a variety of specialty gifts for the friends and family in your life. The shop is celebrating its one-year anniversary in the town.

Visit Laurel & Lawton at 1123 Queensborough Boulevard, Suite 100.

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Recreation News

Fall Sports Registration

It's almost time to register for youth fall sports with the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department. Kids can look forward to soccer, football, cross country, rugby, softball and more. Registration runs July 2-17.

Fees vary depending on sport, location, and other factors.

Fall Sports >

Sustainability Tip

Firework Safety and Disposal

SOAK: Take any unused, misfired, or spent fireworks and soak them completely in a bucket of water. Soaking them overnight should do the trick.
WRAP: Once fireworks are wet throughout, drain excess water and place them into a resealable plastic bag to help maintain moisture. You don’t want them to dry out again.
DISPOSE: Fireworks are not considered household hazardous waste and can be placed in your garbage container for removal. Fireworks should not be placed in recycling or yard waste containers.

Watch out for Wildlife

Don’t feed ducks bread! Bread is essentially junk food for ducks. It offers no nutritional value and can cause the animals to miss out on the more nutritious foods they need. It’s best to let ducks and other waterfowl rely on natural food sources to keep them healthy.

However, if you must feed our fine feathered friends here are some alternatives:

Grapes
Cracked corn, barley, or birdseed
Frozen peas and corn (defrosted)
Duck feed pellets”

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.

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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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