Community Update

November 22, 2022

 

In This Message


  • Sea Pines CSA Administration, Community Center, Maintenance Office and Sea Pines ARB Office Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
  • Commercial Vendor Holiday Access Restriction on 11/24 & 11/25
  • Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors Ballots Due by 11:59 PM EST, 12/1
  • Sea Pines CSA Annual Assessment Information
  • Safety Reminder from Sea Pines Security: See Something, Say Something
  • Mailbox and Mailbox Post Appearance Reminder
  • Explore Your Forest Preserve Program: Beginner Bird Walks planned for 12/9
From The Sea Pines CSA Communications Department

Sea Pines CSA Administration, Community Center, Maintenance Office and Sea Pines ARB Office Thanksgiving Holiday Hours

  • Closing at Noon on Wednesday, November 23rd
  • Closed: Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th


All other Sea Pines CSA offices will remain open under normal hours of operation. Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!


Commercial Vendor Holiday Access Restriction

 

Vehicles with commercial decals or commercial passes are not permitted in Sea Pines on the following days: Thanksgiving Day, The Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day.

 

This restriction does not apply to pool companies, housekeeping, and deliveries to commercial entities. For emergency access for service providers on these holidays, please contact Sea Pines Security Dispatch at 843.671.7170. 

Voting is Open for the Sea Pines CSA Class "A" Board of Director Elections


Sea Pines CSA uses Vote-now.com LLC as our 3rd Party Independent Elections Administrator. Unique voting codes have been assigned by Vote-now.com LLC and eligible Class “A” members have the opportunity to cast their votes either online or by completing a mailed paper ballot. Ballots must be received by 11:59 PM EST, December 1, 2022, to be counted. Only one form of voting (either online or by mail) will be counted.


For any technical issues or to request a replacement ballot, please contact Vote-now.com LLC by email at support@vote-now.com or connect with live chat during business hours here: https://vtnw.com/chat/


Learn More About Your Sea Pines CSA Class "A" Board of Director Candidates


Please click on each candidate's link below to review their profile and information or visit our Elections Resource Page at www.SeaPinesLiving.com/elections.To view the Sea Pines CSA Class "A" Meet the Candidates Meeting Video click here.

David Ellis

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10 Minute Intro & Topic of Choice Video

Lee Ann Leahy

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10 Minute Intro & Topic of Choice Video

Ted Leavitt

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10 Minute Intro & Topic of Choice Video

David Pardue

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10 Minute Intro & Topic of Choice Video

Bob Quinn

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10 Minute Intro Topic of Choice Video

From The Sea Pines CSA Finance Department

2022 Annual Critical Infrastructure Funding Assessment Billing Reminder


The 2022 Critical Infrastructure Assessment invoices were sent on Friday, October 14, 2022, to the primary email address on record with Sea Pines CSA and mailed to those property owners who do not have an email address on file. The due date for payment of this assessment is December 12, 2022. For questions, please contact our Finance Department by email at traceym@csaseapines.com.


2023 Sea Pines CSA Annual Assessments


At the November 15th Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors meeting, the Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors unanimously approved the 2023 budget and the related 2023 assessment amounts.


  • The 2023 assessment for an improved lot will be $1,887 ($647 represents the 2023 Critical Infrastructure portion of the Assessment)
  • The 2023 assessment for an unimproved lot will be $1,127 ($388 represents the 2023 Critical Infrastructure portion of the Assessment). 


We anticipate the 2023 invoices to be sent on December 15, 2022, to the primary email address on record with Sea Pines CSA and mailed to those property owners who do not have an email address on file. 2023 Annual Assessment payments will be due by April 1, 2023.


If you have any questions, please contact Tracey McNeill in our Finance Department at traceym@csaseapines.com. 

From The Sea Pines Security Department

Safety Reminder from Sea Pines Security

 

Remove the opportunity for theft: Secure your vehicles (lock your doors and roll up your windows) and remove personal belongings from plain view when leaving vehicles unattended.

 

See Something, Say Something...

 

When you see something that looks out of place, please report it to our security department promptly by calling 843.671.7170. The sooner we get the information, the quicker we can assist. Thank you for your assistance in helping to keep our community safe.

Sea Pines Trolley November Schedule


The Red Route will run on Friday, November 25, 2022, from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM. 

 

Click here to view/print the 2022 Sea Pines Trolley Brochure.  

From The Sea Pines CSA Capital Projects Department

Sea Pines Drive Infrastructure Improvement Project Update


Phase 3 of the Sea Pines Drive infrastructure repair project is underway with a completion time of Spring 2023.


  • Work will be performed Monday - Friday from 7 am - 6 pm. Traffic control will be present in the work zone, as needed.
  • Please observe and obey all traffic management personnel, signage, and devices.

Snowy Egret Road


  • Stormwater drain pipe excavation and replacements are in progress (pictured). Project work projected to be completed mid-December, weather permitting.


How to stay updated regarding this project:


Greenwood Drive Roadway Resurfacing Project Update

 

Overnight milling and paving operations on Greenwood Drive (from Sea Pines Circle to Club Course Drive) are planned for late November/early December. Weather conditions including temperature must be favorable to accommodate this work. Sea Pines CSA will continue to update the community as soon as the timeline for this project has been finalized. 

From The Sea Pines CSA Maintenance Department

Asphalt Repairs Throughout the Community in Progress


Asphalt repairs in the following areas are in progress and will continue through the next week, weather permitting. Sea Pines CSA's contractor will have flagmen present to control traffic, as needed. 

  • Calibogue Cay
  • Sand Fiddler Road
  • St. Andrews Place
  • Plantation Drive
 

Stormwater Repair

 

Stormwater ditch maintenance on Greenwood Drive in front of Lawton Stables will continue through next week, weather permitting.

Roadside Mulching


Roadside mulching throughout the community is in progress. This work will continue through next week, weather permitting.

 

From The Sea Pines CSA Land Use Management Department

Mailbox and Mailbox Post Appearance Reminder

  • Mailboxes and mailbox posts shall be properly labeled and maintained in good repair



  • Click here to submit a request online for a new mailbox, post, or nameplate.  


 

To report a concern to the LUM department, please use the online form at https://www.seapinesliving.com/land-use-management-submission-request/

Helpful Resource Links From Sea Pines CSA
Board of Director Election Information
Online Service Requests
Recent News From Sea Pines CSA
Wildlife Safety in Sea Pines
News From Around The Community

Explore Your Forest Preserve Program: Beginner Bird Walks

December 9th

9 AM & 11 AM Sessions

Join Master Naturalist Bob Speare for a leisurely walk through the Forest Preserve to see, hear, and learn about some of the birds who call this amazing habitat their home.


There are two bird walks available. The 90-minute walks are designed for beginning birders, but all levels of bird enthusiasts are welcome. This event is free, but you must register for a ticket. There is a limit of 20 people per bird walk.


  • Click here to register for the 9:00 AM Bird Walk on Dec. 9
  • Click here to register for the 11:00 AM Bird Walk on Dec. 9


For questions about the event, please contact David Henderson at wildlife@csaseapines.com. 

Thank You to our Sea Pines Forest Preserve Bonfire Sponsors and Attendees

The 11th Annual Sea Pines Forest Preserve Bonfire Event was held on Friday, November 11th. Despite Tropical Storm Nicole, the night was perfect for enjoying the fabulous food, entertainment and fellowship down at South Beach Village!


Thanks to all who attended and supported our Forest Preserve fundraiser with their presence. We also want to thank those who contributed silent auction items and a thank you and congratulations to our silent auction winners.


A special thanks to our sponsors and to the Salty Dog Café for their generosity and for providing an inclement weather venue space.

South Island Public Service District Potable Drinking Water Pipeline Upgrade Project


SIPSD, the utility company providing water and wastewater services in Sea Pines, has begun a major infrastructure upgrade and replacement project to the potable water drinking lines inside of Sea Pines. The area affected currently includes Plantation Drive from Greenwood Drive to Baynard Cove Road. SIPSD has provided the following project schedule update:


  • SIPSD’s contractor will be placing VMS boards for traffic control in proximity to Lighthouse Road and Plantation Drive in preparation for roadway single-lane closures the week of November 28th.
  • Water line installation/construction in proximity to the Lighthouse Road/Plantation Drive intersection is anticipated to take two weeks, weather permitting.
  • Traffic control will be in place as needed. Traffic delays should be expected. 


For questions regarding this SIPSD Project, please contact SIPSD’s Customer Service Department directly at their website.

How to Contact Sea Pines CSA

Sea Pines CSA Admin Office: 843.671.1343: Email

Sea Pines Security: 843.671.7170: Email

Sea Pines CSA Maintenance: 843.671.7849: Email

Sea Pines CSA Capital Projects: Click here

Sea Pines CSA Gate Pass Office: 843.671.7277

Land Use Management: 843.671.7820: Email