November 2021 | Issue 11 | Archives| Webpage| Jobs | Our Mission
Dear residents and business owners,

On behalf of Mayor Haynie and Town Council, I'd like to wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. We hope you enjoy a wonderful time with family and friends.

To celebrate the holiday season, please join us at upcoming special events such as the Holiday Market & Craft Show, the Christmas Light Parade, and the Mayor's Music & Art Reception featuring HALO.

In this month's E-Brief, you can find updates on the Town's recent election, information about fun upcoming events, our monthly Stormwater tip, and more.
 
Stay updated on the latest Town news and projects by subscribing to our Notify Me module. For more information about all that is happening in the Town of Mount Pleasant, please visit us online, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter.

Best,

Eric DeMoura
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
MPFD Vials For Life
The Mount Pleasant Fire Department and East Cooper Medical Center partnered for the Vials For Life program. 500 prescription medication bottles were donated to MPFD to assist in the events where lifesaving medications are needed in an emergency situation when a patient is unconscious or nonresponsive.

The Town Main Calendar
Find out about our meetings and special events here. Sign up to be notified here.
Elected Body Sworn In

At the November 9, 2021, Town Council meeting, re-elected Mayor Haynie and the recently elected council members were sworn into office.

John Iacofano and Carl Ritchie joined returning council members, G.M. Whitley and Gary Santos, along with current council members Howard Chapman, Brenda Corley, Laura Hyatt, and Jake Rambo.

Mr. Santos was elected by Council as the Mayor Pro Tempore.


#ShopWhereYouLive

The Town of Mount Pleasant and the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce encourage residents to #ShopWhereYouLive.

Shop local this holiday season to keep your hard-earned dollars in your community, eliminate any concerns over shipping delays and supply issues. Look for the #ShopWhereYouLive decal on physical and digital storefronts. Residents who love where they live, shop where they live.

Enter the weekly $100 Visa gift card raffle by checking in to a participating store on Instagram, tagging @experiencemp and @mtpchamber, and using the hashtag #ShopWhereYouLive.


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MOUNT PLEASANT NEWS & HAPPENINGS
Ho-Ho-Holiday Events
Save the date for the Holiday Market and Craft Show on December 11 from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Shop for holiday gifts for family and friends while enjoying live music and more activities with a holiday twist. Don't wander away too far! The following day a Christmas Light Parade will dazzle Coleman Blvd. with fireworks and a parade starting at 5:30 p.m.
Mayor's Music & Art Reception
Mayor Will Haynie and the Mount Pleasant Culture, Arts & Pride Commission bring you the Mayor's Music & Art Reception! Stop by Mount Pleasant Town Hall on Tuesday, December 14 from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to check out the new featured art on the walls of Town Hall, meet the artists, enjoy a holiday performance by Holy City Arts & Lyric Opera, refreshments, and more!
T-Shirt Voting Closes Soon
Cast your vote today to crown the winner of the Official Town of Mount Pleasant T-Shirt Design Contest! The winner will have his or her artwork printed on a t-shirt that will be available for Mount Pleasant residents to purchase.

Voting will close on November 30th.
RECREATION NEWS AND EVENTS
Veterans Day At The Senior Center
The Mount Pleasant Senior Center celebrated our local veteran honorees this past Veterans Day. We thank you for your service.
Holiday Brochure Available
The MPRD Holiday Brochure is now available. Check out upcoming sports registration, programs, classes, and special events.
Sweetgrass Half Marathon
Registration has opened for the 2022 Sweetgrass Half Marathon, to be held on February 26 at the Park West Recreation Fields.

This is a flat and fast course. Enjoy marsh views as you run along Darrell Creek on your way to completing the Half Marathon.
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONIES
Fly High Bungee Fitness
Little Palmetto Pearl
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT TIP
Remember To Recycle Your Oyster Shells: Oysters are a crucial part of our Lowcountry ecosystem. Recycling oyster shells helps provide suitable habitats for new oysters to grow, but it must be done the correct way.
Oyster Shell Recycling
DO:

✅ Separate shells from the trash. Shells mixed with the trash are not suitable for recycling. Provide separate containers for shells.

✅ Keep shells in a porous container to reduce odor.

✅ Bring your shells to the nearest shell recycling center.
 
DON'T:

❌ Put live oysters in South Carolina waters. If the oysters you purchased were harvested outside of South Carolina, it is illegal to place them in South Carolina waters. Placing imported oysters in our waters can create public health problems and may harm local oysters or other animals.

❌ Put freshly shucked shells in South Carolina waters. To avoid contamination, shells should be dried for 6 months.
OTHER NEWS
Mobile Office Hours
I host drop-in mobile office hours at various locations around Town in order to better connect with residents about Town issues and concerns. Click the button below to find my 2021 schedule. For more information about this program, call (843) 884-8517.
Town Council Meetings Are Available Online
Stay informed on your community's happenings by streaming our Mount Pleasant Town Council Meetings live here or signing up to be notified here.
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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