Community Update | 11.20.25 | | Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors Meeting Held 11.18.25 | | |
The meeting featured a three-year strategic accomplishments report from Chair Ellis, comprehensive operational updates, and a Treasurer's Report covering year-to-date financial statements. The Board also approved the 2026 residential property owner assessment amounts and the 2026 Sea Pines CSA Budget. A recap of the meeting action items can be found here.
To view the full live-streamed Board Meeting click here or click the links below to be taken directly to that portion of the meeting.
Timestamps of Board Meeting:
| | Thanksgiving Holiday Office Hours for the Sea Pines CSA Admin Office, Maintenance Office, ARB & Sea Pines Community Center | |
- Wednesday, November 26: Closing at Noon
- Thursday, November 27: Closed
- Friday, November 28: Closed
All other Sea Pines CSA offices will remain open under normal hours of operation.
Commercial Vendor Holiday Access Restriction: Vehicles with commercial decals or commercial passes are not permitted in Sea Pines on Thanksgiving Day (11/27) or the Day After Thanksgiving (11/28), with the exception that all waste management and recycling companies with valid Sea Pines CSA commercial decals/passes will be authorized to provide service on Friday, November 28th. For emergency access for service providers, please contact Sea Pines Security at 843.671.7170.
| | Community Center & Community Connections Center Closure Notice | | |
Please note the following closures during the week of December 8th:
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The Sea Pines Community Center will be closed Tuesday, December 10 through Thursday, December 12. Standard operating hours will resume on Friday, December 13.
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The Community Connections Center (Sea Pines CSA Admin Building) will be closed from noon to 2:00 PM on Thursday, December 12 for staff development.
| | 2026 Sea Pines CSA Annual Assessment Notice | | |
During the Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors meeting on November 18, the 2026 budget and residential property owner assessments were approved. The 2026 assessment amounts are as follows:
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Improved Lot - $2,065 ($708 represents the Critical Infrastructure portion of the Assessment)
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Unimproved Lot - $1,233 ($424 represents the Critical Infrastructure portion of the Assessment)
Assessment invoices will be sent out before Thanksgiving, with payment due Friday, January 16, 2026. Please note that the primary contact will receive a copy by email, and an additional copy will be sent to the mailing address on file. Please only submit one payment. For any questions regarding assessments, please contact Tracey McNeil at traceym@csaseapines.com.
| | Maintenance Projects & Services | | Beachwalk #39 Stormwater Repair: The stormwater drainage pipe replacement project at Beachwalk #39 is nearing completion. Pictured below: The collapsed stormwater drainage pipe and repair work at Beachwalk #39 following heavy rainfall in August. | | Collapsed stormwater drainage pipe. | | New drainage pipe installation in progress. | | Project nearing completion. | | Stormwater Maintenance: A drainage pipe repair on Ruddy Turnstone Road will continue through next week, followed by a ditch cleanout on Ridgewood Lane. | | |
Stormwater Gate Repairs: Stormwater infrastructure improvements at the Baynard Cove outfall location on Sea Pines Drive near Baynard Cove Road are nearing completion. Pictured: Crews installing a cofferdam at the Baynard Cove outfall.
Project work at 63 Baynard Cove Road will begin next week.
| | South Sea Pines Drive Leisure Trail Repairs | | |
Beginning Monday, December 1, crews will conduct repairs to the Leisure Trail along South Sea Pines Drive. Project work will include storm water drainage improvements and asphalt paving repairs and is expected to be completed by Thursday, December 12. Motorists should expect delays and possible detours during this time.
| | Critical Infrastructure Project Updates | | |
Otter Road/Fawn Lane Infrastructure Improvement Project:
- Stormwater drainage pipe excavation and installation continued this week along with well-pointing and dewatering operations (lowering groundwater levels to provide more stable working conditions). Temporary asphalt patching is in progress.
- Due to the holiday, project work will conclude on Wednesday, November 26 and will resume on Monday, December 1.
| | Recent News from Sea Pines CSA | | |
Thank You to our Forest Preserve Bonfire Attendees and Sponsors
The 14th Annual Sea Pines Forest Preserve Bonfire Event was held on Friday, November 14th. The night was perfect for enjoying the fabulous food, entertainment and fellowship at Fish Island in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Thanks to all who attended and supported our Forest Preserve fundraiser with their presence.
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We also want to thank those who contributed silent auction items and a thank you and congratulations to our silent auction winners.
A special thank you to our sponsors and also to the Salty Dog Café for their generosity, the fantastic food menu, and for their incredible service.
| | Explore Your Forest Preserve: Beginner Bird Walks | | |
Friday, November 28th from 8:00-10:00 AM: Join Master Naturalists Mary Ellen Blankenship and Bob Speare for a two-hour walk through the Forest Preserve to see, hear, and learn about some of the birds who call this amazing habitat their home. This event is free, but you must register HERE for a ticket. There is a limit of 24 people per bird walk.
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