For the Windy Hill district, current office-holder Nikki Fontana ran against newcomer Jolene Puffer. Beach Services provides umbrella and chair rentals to residents and visitors starting in April through mid-October from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. This camp is taught by North Myrtle Beach Ocean Rescue lifeguards and Beach Patrol. This year, incumbent Fred Coyne is running unopposed as the councilman representing Cherry Grove, while fellow incumbent councilmen Hank Thomas (at large) and J.O. The Sun News reached out to each candidate, providing a list of questions for them to answer in their own words. Paid parking will begin April 30, 2022. More refurbishing of our beaches will also help and buying existing private property to address drainage issues. Polls closed at 7 p.m. , Post and Courier, an Evening Post Publishing Newspaper Group. They are raising money for Camp Happy Days, a charity group that provides support services to children with cancer. Baldwin: We will buy additional land to create more public parking spaces, and we will continue to expand our already generous beach access program for handicapped Access. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will meet on Monday, September 19, at 7 p.m. at City Hall. One person will be elected on March. This came after the race was sent to a runoff when no candidate reached the threshold during the March 2 special election. "I just appreciate and I thank everyone who went out and voted for me and I promise you I will continue to work to the best of my ability to serve as your mayor and lead your city. The candidates looking . Margaritaville properties coming to North Myrtle Beach and Myrtle Beach, Sign up for our newsletters or manage your list, Conway leaders give initial approval to city's first 'conservation subdivision', Where will they go? Richardson: We should work with the NMB Historical Museum Group to identify building and landmarks that need to be protected. Be Nice. NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) - Ten residents filed as candidates for a council seat in North Myrtle Beach during an upcoming special election. Chamber annual banquet, Johnny on the spot. Steve Harvey. Like my big brother. Stevie Huff is North Augusta Chamber of Commerces 2022 Citizen of the Year, and this is how those who know him describe him. If needed, a runoff election will be held on March 16. With surrounding cities seeing ongoing development resulting in the detrimental traffic and questioning the quality of life for residents, how do you intend to deal with more high density development proposals as North Myrtle Beach continues to grow? Code of Ordinances. Alston is accused of opening fire on NMB Police Officers as they tried to serve an outstanding warrant. Skidmore, a self-employed contractor, will retain the seat he won during a special election in March to replace Bob Cavanaugh, who stepped down to spend more time with family. 1 NORTH Read more'This is what we wanted': North Augusta girls win Class AAAA crown for 5th time, var html = new Date().getFullYear(); City Council The City Council serves as the governing body for the City of North Myrtle Beach. They went from refusal to silence. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met at City Hall on Monday, May 2, 2022, for a 7:00 pm regular meeting. Congratulations on all the new empty parking lots. There is no amount of money collected that could come close to balancing out all the Goodwill that has been destroyed. Also, adding more recycling and trash bins will help alleviate some of the trash that has lead to some of the clogging problems that effect the drainage system. Baldwin III (Crescent Beach) each face challenges from Greg Richardson and Ed Ramey, respectively. Be Truthful. Be Proactive. This year, incumbent Fred Coyne is running unopposed as the councilman representing Cherry Grove, while fellow incumbent councilmen Hank Thomas (at large) and J.O. Vote Tallies for Candidates Dr. Elizabeth Conley - 80 William Davis - 59 Robert. He noted the Tidewater community, which he said only has one way in and one way out. Nikki Haley will be at Horry-Georgetown Technical College on March 13, a month after she launched her White House bid. Preliminary results in for North Myrtle Beach mayor and council election, Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. The Barefoot Swing Bridge is operating under normal conditions at this time. Her work has appeared in the Minneapolis Star Tribune and MinnPost. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. She said she is not a politician and therefore, has a lot to learn about the citys government but is prepared to take on that challenge. This is an expensive project and I will work to secure additional funding so that we can accelerate the plans that have been designed over the past 12 years. UPDATE: Renovations at Cherry Grove Park & Boat Ramp Continue, Paid Parking to Start April 30 Renovations at the Cherry Grove Park & Boat Ramp are coming together. Ramey: Start by protecting our shores and beaches and preventing the development of any off-shore drilling. While we have seen our city grow over the years we have been able to maintain the family-oriented image in which I grew up. Incumbent Marilyn Hatley and challenger Wayne Troutman were up for the mayoral seat. The candidates looking to fill the citys open at-large seat are: The special election is scheduled for March 2, 2021. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met in a regularly scheduled meeting on July 18. Consisting of the Mayor and six Council members, each member has one vote. State officials Windy Hill 1 Precinct- Windy Hill Fire Station # 3 (33rd Avenue South), Windy Hill 2 Precinct Fire Station # 5 (Barefoot Resort), Crescent Beach Precinct- J. Bryan Floyd Community Center (Possum Trot Road), Ocean Drive 1 Precinct- Fire Station # 1 (2nd Avenue South), Ocean Drive 2 Precinct - St. Stephens Episcopal Church- (11th Avenue North), Cherry Grove 1 Precinct- Chapel by the Sea Church (Sea Mountain Highway), Cherry Grove 2 Precinct - Fire Station # 4 (Little River Neck Road), Wampee Precinct (Park Pointe residents only) - Riverside Elementary School (1283 Highway 57 South, Little River), Nixons 1 Precinct (Grande Harbour residents only) - North Myrtle Beach High School (3750 Sea Mountain Highway, Little River). Boards & Commissions. Rain and wind early. The City of North Myrtle Beach is holding a City Council Workshop at City Hall on Wednesday, May 11, at 1:30 p.m. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold an executive session on Monday, August 1, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall to discuss a legal briefing regarding potential modifications to the ward lines for the City of North Myrtle Beach. Thomas: Storm water drainage and outfall enhancements are a top priority for me. Also, finding a common solution for golf carts and cars would help traffic conflicts and improve quality of life. North Myrtle Beach City Council Members will meet on June 22, for a special called meeting followed by a workshop. Read moreCSRA native named new Ambassador of the Year at N.A. Filing closed Wednesday for a special election to be held in March. [1] Federal officials The current members of the U.S. Senate from South Carolina are: To view a map of U.S. House districts in South Carolina and find your representative, click here . Platform: Halpin wants to make sure the city is financially stable and has a solid infrastructure, particularly for roads and schools. Fletcher served on the city's planning commission for 30 years,. Huff was presented the award by North Augusta Mayor Briton Williams in front of the more than 300 people who attended the Chambers 71st annual gala at the Crowne Plaza March 2. All rights reserved. Platform: Conley repeated her statement about being an advocate for protecting lowlands and wetlands. I listen, I consider, and I act. Richard Fletcher announced Feb. 28 that he is running as a write-in candidate in the 2023 North Augusta municipal election. Polling locations and precincts will be open from 7:00 am until 7:00 pm. Candidates competing for seats include Marilyn Hatley and Wayne Troutman for mayor, Nikki Fontana and Jolene Dukes' previous experience includes serving on the Board of the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce County Council District, 02 Candidates will face off in the primary in June. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold an executive session on Wednesday July 27, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall. North Myrtle Beach will have a special election on Tuesday to fill a council seat left vacant by former Councilman Bob Cavanaugh. Results are in from North Myrtle Beach's 2021 municipal election on Tuesday, November 2. Were not doing as good as we could be but not as bad as we think. Incumbent Nikki Fontana won reelection with 2,504 votes to real estate broker Jolene Puffer's 2,119 votes. He is not sure the city is managing the influx of people and businesses well and thinks he could help. He said the problem with that is once theyre gone, the city is left without money for infrastructure and education. The city is currently working with the Army Corp of Engineers for approval to install non slip beach access mats from the end of the wooded access ramps which will provide easier travel through soft sand. Facebook page: Mike Mishoe North Myrtle Beach City Council Candidate. Ramey: Allowing for new high density developments should be restricted to areas west of the Intercoastal Waterway. "Im now part of the political scene here in North Myrtle Beach," Troutman said. The Sun News did not hear back from him in time for this story. He said as the area develops, the city needs to ensure there is enough parking for everyone. The board is set to certify the election on Thursday. Everyone is invited to enjoy a free concert featuring Bullfrog on Thursday, June 23 from 7 p.m. 9 p.m. at the Horseshoe on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach. Our paid parking program has helped us end the chaos once associated with oceanfront parking and it also encourages parking space turnover, allowing more people to park and enjoy time at the beach. We thank all of the candidates for having offered their talents and expertise to North Myrtle Beach voters. The entire North Myrtle Beach city council has refused to return phone calls, emails and texts for several days. North Myrtle Beach Police Captain, Dana Crowell, will be named the new Police Chief on Friday, January 6, 2023. The City of North Myrtle Beach moved to OPCON 2 at 9 a.m. today. 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Now their throwing more money at a problem your elected officials has created like hiring a law firm to help with some expensive parking study instead of getting local businesses and the public involved. Registration for parking is underway in North Myrtle Beach for residents and non-resident property owners. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold an emergency meeting on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at 3 p.m. at City Hall for the purpose of declaring a localized state of emergency within City limits. David is the lead journalist at MyrtleBeachSC.com, Newly proposed electricity legislation will likely cause rate hikes, Campaign Efforts In Place to Keep the Freedom Caucus out of Horry County, Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance announces change in leadership, State Director of the South Carolina DDSN Removed From Job, Horry County And SCDHEC Hold P.R. But he is concerned about the current housing explosion, which he said builders and contractors are making a ton of money from. She also mentioned her desire to increase the tax value of the community and increase the commodities and money coming into the city. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold an Executive Session on Monday, February 13, at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall. person will not be tolerated. We'd love to hear eyewitness Fletcher served on the citys planning commission for 30 years, from 1986 to 2016. Marilyn Hatley won reelection Tuesday night. A longtime North Augusta Chamber of Commerce member was honored for his involvement with the organization. We want to maintain this balance. The center will bring around 50 new high-paying jobs to the city. He said he doesnt represent any one group, and is deeply concerned about doing whats right for everyone in the city. How should the city make up revenue lost due to COVID-19? The revue from the paid parking will be used to assist in acquiring additional parking. Council duties include adopting codes, appropriating funds and adopting annual budgets, levying taxes and issuing bonds, expanding the Citys jurisdiction through annexation, administering public lands, and enacting policies to promote the health, safety, and well-being of the residents of North Myrtle Beach. Thomas: With the continued growth of the city when I look at proposed projects that are seeking approval there are key elements that have to be considered: 1) is the development compatible with the surroundings 2) ingress and egress 3) density and traffic 4) storm water drainage and existing infrastructure and accommodate a proposed project. This market isn't just for farmers and produce. UPDATE: Renovations at Cherry Grove Park & Boat Ramp Continue, Paid Parking to Start April 30 Renovations at the Cherry Grove Park & Boat Ramp are coming together. Council duties include adopting codes, appropriating funds and adopting annual budgets, levying taxes and issuing bonds, expanding the Citys jurisdiction through annexation, administering public lands, and enacting policies to promote the health, safety, and well-being of the residents of North Myrtle Beach. Mayor Hatleys proclamation offers information about the role tourism and travel have on the economy of the City of North Myrtle Beach and the United States. Preliminary results from the City of North Myrtle Beach show that Skidmore finished with 1,158 votes compared to Nichols 799. Read more'Johnny on the spot': Stevie Huff recognized as North Augusta Citizen of the Year, Cashless is Read moreGreenJackets going cashless for 2023 baseball season; policy goes into effect March 7, No. We quickly grow from a city with a permanent population of about 18,800 people to one with a daily population of more than 100,000. NOTE: CITIZENS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETINGS. Fontana has served on council since 2013. The event is scheduled from 9:30 p.m. through 10 p.m. on July 4, 2022. Rosza Bill McClure Gene Ho Tammie Durant City Council (three seats) Alex Fogel Jackie Hatley (i). All rights reserved. Nikki Haley will be at Horry-Georgetown Technical College on March 13, a month after she launched her White House bid. Two incumbents and one newcomer in the North Myrtle Beach council race were elected Tuesday, according to unofficial vote counts. An executive session will be held at 6:30 p.m. Family, friends, city leaders from North Myrtle Beach, along with North Myrtle Beach police officers and public safety will meet at the Chris Anderson Boat Landing Monday, June 20, to dedicate the Waccamaw River Swamp Bridge in honor of Sgt. She is concerned about cutbacks, which she said could reduce a lot of residents incomes. Lifeguards for the City of North Myrtle Beach have a new tool to keep families safe and informed while they enjoy the beach. Dr. Elizabeth Conley, 5720 Herring Gull Circle William Davis - 412 5th Avenue South Robert Halpin, 4910 Bucks Bluff Drive Terry Jeffers - 807 Tillson Road Bob Lucas - 727 Sweetgum Lane We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. Even though the term is only for six months, he said he wanted to give it a try. The North Myrtle Beach City Council held a Special Called Meeting on June 13, 2022. J.O. christian.boschult@myhorrynews.com. The election is April 25. Eight candidates vied for four different council seats elected by the citizens of North Myrtle Beach on Tuesday. Six more are planned after that. 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The City of North Myrtle Beach is holding a City Council Workshop at City Hall on Wednesday, March 8, for a 1:30 p.m. workshop. The City of North Myrtle Beach will once again host a free Fourth of July fireworks show at the Cherry Grove Pier. Dont think people are happy with the way they are governed. Dates, what you need to know, Person shot inside business in Forestbrook area leads to related death investigation, Steak & Oyster Bar, Bar & Grill in Myrtle Beach area have routine inspections receive B, 8 things we learned from the Tyler Doyle 911 calls, Pot vote has Oklahoma hungry to rake in green from Texas, Nobel Peace Prize winner sentenced to 10 years in prison by Belarusian court, Whats the newest city in the US? City Council members. Friends, family, community members, and city leaders all came together this morning to recognize and honor fallen North Myrtle Beach Police Officer, Sgt. Why he is running: Davis said the main reason he decided to run for council is because of the property tax increase approved by council last year. He added that small businesses should be included in the big contracts with the city and emphasized the need for transparency and fairness across the board. The North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue Department presented plaques to five AFC members, and two AFC employees for their quick actions when a fellow member and friend went into cardiac arrest while using a rowing machine on December 14, 2022. Our city has taken on debt that will take 30 years to repay. A breakdown of those top salaries show the top earners as:. She is dedicated to the values of journalism by listening, learning, seeking out the truth and reporting it accurately. The city leaders of North Myrtle Beach are sensitive to the needs of residents, visitors, and business owners. Subscribe. Threats of harming another This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. A tropical storm warning is now in effect south of the Little River Inlet. Use the 'Report' link on Having been taxi driver for many years the traffic situation in North Myrtle needs upgrading. Resident tax payers are exempt from paying any parking fee on ocean front parking lots. I will continue to strive hard to make sure we never lose that. A Chinese Cherry Blossom tree is named the tree of the month for June, 2022. City Council Members will hold a Special Called Meeting on Wednesday July 6, at 1:30 p.m. City Council Members will hold a Special Called Business Meeting on Wednesday, July 6, 2022. Chance of rain 90%. The expansion and or retrofitting handing cap access is often slowed by the need to obtain permitting form DHEC. NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) Voters in North Myrtle Beach will have to head back to the polls in a couple of weeks for a runoff election. There will be 10 people on the ballot. Filing closed Wednesday for a special election to be held in March. These are just a few ideas. Council then mad the decision to experiment with paid parking at our ocean front lots (off front parking continues to be free).
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