Support for County’s Climate Action Plan Comes Easy
BY THERESA STRATFORD For The Island Connection
Sometimes, a unanimous show of support is an obvious choice. It was for the Seabrook Island Town Council when they expressed full support with little discussion for the Charleston County Climate Action Plan.
Mayor Bruce Kleinman introduced the County’s intentions for the Climate Action Plan at the July 23 Seabrook Island Town Council meeting. He said that Charleston County Council will have the Climate Action Plan on their August 8 meeting agenda.
Kleinman’s purpose for bringing it up to Seabrook Island’s Town Council Members was to garner support for the plan and to pen a letter from all of the Seabrook Island Town Council Members to Charleston County Council in agreement with the plan.
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He said, “It does a lot of different things. The plan establishes short- and long-term goals in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and it highlights actions to be taken to reach the goals. This is past due because many jurisdictions around the Southeast have been adopting Climate Action Plans for a long time. Columbia just adopted theirs in 2016. I think it is good for Charleston County to be encouraged to move forward on this.”
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The Price You’ll Pay to Charge Your Car on Seabrook
BY THERESA STRATFORD For The Island Connection
Sometime in April, excitement ensued as four EV charging stations were installed at Seabrook Town Hall. However, excitement for those with EV cars began to wane as EV drivers began to notice the charging stations didn’t actually work.
Well, EV fans can now rejoice again because on July 23, Seabrook Town Council gave the go-ahead to Town Administrator Joe Cronin to rev them up (pun intended)— but for a fee.
The reason the chargers sat idle for so long was due to the fact that no real fee structure had been put in place. Plus, Cronin said they were waiting on a certificate from the county to make them fully active.
Cronin recommended that the fee structure for EV charging be set at cost plus 17.65%. Since the company that installed the EV chargers will receive 15% of every charging transaction and the Town will receive 85% of the transactions, Cronin said that the Town will need to recoup the cost of electricity.
He said that 85% x 1.1765 equals
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100%, so they would be breaking even. “The reason we are saying to do it at cost is because if the rates go up, we won’t have to keep coming back to Council for approval of a rate change,” Cronin said.
The four Level-2 Universal EV Chargers are warranted for maintenance with the company that installed them for the first two years. That means that during the first two years, any maintenance will be free for the Town.
Town Council Member Darryl May expressed concern for maintaining the chargers after the two-year warranty expires. He warned Council that they will need to account for the cost of covering an issue, should there be a problem in years to come. He also brought up the fact that the Town would have to enter into a maintenance contract with a company, possibly Berkeley Electric, to fix any issues.
Cronin added that although he was recommending just covering the cost of the electricity in the fee to use the chargers, he said that Council could consider charging a bit more. Council would then use the overage to roll into the general fund after the two-year warranty ends to tap into for maintenance.
Council Member Dan Kortvelesy recommended that they watch how much maintenance the chargers need over the first two years to assess how much to factor into the EV charging rate.
“There is a reason the warranties are in the first two years,” he said. “There isn’t usually much maintenance in those first two years. This is something we need to consider.”
Cronin noted that the Town of Kiawah Island is currently not charging for the use of their EV chargers at Kiawah Island Town Hall, but he said that was temporary. “Perhaps our chargers won’t be used as much since we are charging a fee right now and Kiawah is not,” he observed.
Council Member Gordon Weis mentioned that Town staff should find out how much a maintenance contract costs currently and to possibly include that in the cost to offset any issues that could arise down the road.
In the end, Council Members agreed to Cronin’s recommendation of charging at cost, plus 17.65% until the end of the year. They said they will revisit the issue in January of 2025 after they have observed how often they are being used and how much maintenance has been needed. If the rate needs to increase at that time, the Town would put the excess into the general fund to use after the two-year warranty expires on maintenance of the chargers.
Cronin added that the EV chargers can provide them with data such as the number of customers, repeat customers, actual electricity used, days/times that they are most used, etc.
Seabrook’s EV chargers were mostly funded by a Berkeley Electric Cooperative grant for $25,000. The Town provided close to $10,000 to provide a fourth charging station.
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Public Safety Committee
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Board of Zoning Appeals Committee
Monday, August 19, 3 p.m.
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Wednesday, August 21, 3 p.m.
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Monday, August 26, 3 p.m.
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Wednesday, August 14, 1:30 p.m.
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Thursday, August 15, 1 p.m.
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Tuesday, August 20, 10 a.m.
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Wednesday, August 21, 8:30 a.m.
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Without hesitation, Kleinman got the support from all of the Seabrook Island Town Council Members. The next step was to send a letter of support, signed by all the Council Members, to Charleston County Council ahead of their August 8 meeting.
The Charleston County website says: “The Climate Action Plan allows the County and its residents to leverage federal funding for a wide range of initiatives. The plan is Charleston County’s contribution to addressing climate change. It describes actions to create new jobs and increase energy efficiency. It also looks at how the energy system is changing and will continue to change and how Charleston County can ensure that these changes benefit community members.”
The reason the action plan was created was because “The County is experiencing severe weather events like increased flooding, droughts, hurricanes and hotter temperatures. These impacts are projected to become worse. The Climate Action Plan represents Charleston County’s contribution to limiting the impacts of climate change.”
The first Climate Action Plan webinar was in June 2023. Since then, the County has hosted various input sessions and created advisory committees, such as the Resilience and Sustainability Advisory Committee and the Staff Expert Climate Advisory Team. Charleston County will work with the members of the advisory teams to create emissions reduction goals for 2035 and 2050.
The County’s current greenhouse gas emissions numbers are from 2020.
Countywide, North Charleston shows the highest rates. Within the government departments, solid waste emits the highest rate of greenhouse gas emissions.
They define greenhouse gas emissions as: “Greenhouse gasses are dispersed in the earth’s atmosphere and trap solar radiation. The quantity of greenhouse gasses determines the earth’s climate, and human activities are increasing the concentration of greenhouse gasses and changing the global climate. Increased greenhouse gasses cause global average surface temperature and atmospheric temperature to rise.”
The role of Charleston County for the Climate Action Plan is to act as a “quarterback,” creating policies and programs that stimulate and support investments by households and businesses and enable them to access grants and tax incentives. The County will also demonstrate leadership in their own operations.
Alan Fleming Tennis Tournament Celebrates Forty Years this Fall
BY SUSAN COURTNEY For The Island Connection
Autumn is a special time in the Lowcountry with cool breezes, golden sunsets and annual traditions. This fall, the South Carolina Adult Tennis Tournament of the Year— the Alan Fleming Open Clay Court Championship Tennis Tournament— returns to Seabrook Island. This annual tournament attracts around 350 elite tennis players from all over the country. Participants range in age from 30 to 80+, competing in various singles and doubles categories, as well as mixed doubles brackets, where they vie for the prestigious U.S. Tennis Association gold ball award and coveted tournament points.
Laura Ferreira, Director of Racquet Sports at the Seabrook Island Racquet Club, coordinates the event with the USTA, and many Seabrook Island residents volunteer their time and expertise to assist with the tournament logistics. The community prides itself on making sure all players experience Seabrook’s gracious hospitality, which explains why so many return year after year.
Seabrook Island resident Rick McDaniel is a multi-year champion of the Alan Fleming tournament. He won his first Championship trophy in 1998 with partner Jack Keese in the Men’s 60+ Doubles bracket. They went on to win
five more championship titles over the years, spanning across the 65+, 70+, 75+ and 80+ age brackets. Rick has remained dedicated to supporting the Alan Fleming Tournament and is this year’s top contributing sponsor.
Tennis players 30 and older can register for men’s or women’s singles and doubles to compete in the Level 3 Open State Championship. Mixed doubles pairs will compete in the USTA National
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Level 1/ITF Tournament to win the USTA gold ball, in addition to earning Level 1 tournament points. Local tennis players should not miss this opportunity to compete among top-tier talent while enjoying the other tournament offerings. Tournament registration includes entry into the oceanfront Friday evening party with cocktails, dinner and dancing to a live band.
A key element of the Alan Fleming
tournament over the years has been the dedication to raising funds for many local charities and foundations. The event is now organized under the newly formed SI Employee Assistance Fund, a nonprofit providing financial assistance to the valued employees of Seabrook Island by alleviating barriers and inspiring success. Tax-deductible tournament sponsor opportunities can be found on the website. Sponsors, players, volunteers and individual contributors are essential to the success of the tournament, and their commitment to this important charity is greatly appreciated.
Attending the tournament as a spectator provides Lowcountry residents with a unique opportunity to watch highlevel tennis. As in the past, the event is free to spectators and open to the public. The Seabrook Island Club will offer food service, and there are many restaurants located nearby at Bohicket Marina and Freshfields.
Join the fun October 2-6, and experience an extraordinary celebration of tennis, community and philanthropy at the 40th annual Alan Fleming Open Clay Court Championship. Whether you're a competitor or a spectator, this event promises to deliver a special experience in our very own backyard. Registration for the tournament is now open, and tournament details can be found at alanflemingtournament.net.
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Bug Off CHECK TREES FOR ASIAN LONGHORNED BEETLE
BY KELSI FINK For The Island Connection
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is asking the residents of South Carolina to look for and report the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB). APHIS declares every August “Tree Check Month” and is asking you to look for this destructive, invasive beetle by checking trees on your property and in your community for damage. Left unchecked, the beetle can cause infested trees to die.
“August is an ideal time of year to look for the beetle and the damage it causes,” said Josie Ryan, APHIS’ National Operations Manager for the ALB Eradication Program. “Adult beetles are emerging now. You can see them on trees and other nearby items. Finding and reporting infested trees early means we can save more trees.”
The Asian longhorned beetle is a wood-boring beetle that attacks 12 types of hardwood trees. The insect likes to attack maple trees the most. It also likes to attack birches, buckeyes, elms and willows. Sometimes it attacks ash, golden rain tree, katsura, London plane tree, mimosa, mountain ash and poplar. Infested trees become safety hazards. Branches can drop, and trees can fall over, especially during storms.
In its larval stage, the insect feeds deep inside tree trunks and branches. It creates tunnels as it feeds. Then as an adult, the beetle chews its way out, creating ¾-inch round exit holes. Once the beetles exit a tree, they feed on its leaves and bark before mating, laying eggs and starting another generation of tree-killing beetles.
The adult beetle has markings that are easy to recognize:
• A shiny, black body with white spots. Its body is about an inch to an inch and a half long.
• Black and white antennae that are longer than its body.
• Six legs and feet. The feet can appear bluish.
Signs that a tree might be infested include:
• Round exit holes in tree trunks and branches about the size of a dime or smaller.
• Egg sites, or chewed spots, on the bark about the size of a quarter. Sap may weep out from these.
• Sawdust-like material called frass found on the tree, ground or tree branches.
• Branches or limbs dying or falling from an otherwise healthy-looking tree.
How you can help
Check your trees for this pest. Look for and report any sightings of the beetle or the tree damage it causes. And don’t move materials that the beetle may be in, such as firewood. Doing this can keep infestations from spreading to new locations.
Report it: If you think you found a beetle or tree damage, report it by calling the hotline at 1-866-702-9938. Or submit an online report through the Asian longhorned beetle website. Try to photograph the beetle or tree damage. If you can, capture the beetle in a durable container and freeze it. This helps preserve the insect for identification.
Reduce spread: If you live in a beetle quarantine area, please keep Asian longhorn beetles from spreading by following state and federal laws. These laws restrict the movement of woody material and untreated firewood, as these items could contain beetles.
For more information about ALB and program activities, please call 1-866-702-9938. Or visit aphis.usda.gov/plant-pests-diseases/alb.
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CHARLESTON CELEBRITIES WILL DISCUSS THEIR NEW COOKBOOK AT A SPECIAL EVENT
The Charleston Gaillard Center and Buxton Books have announced the special event: An Afternoon with Stephen Colbert and Evie McGee Colbert. On September 22 at 2 p.m., the couple will appear at the Gaillard Center to share a glimpse of food and fun from their new cookbook Does This Taste Funny? Recipes Our Family Loves. A surprise special guest will also attend the event. All tickets include a copy of the book.
one roof for the first time in a long time, and we had dinner each night as a family. Cooking together became a major source of entertainment,” they said.
Sharing Stephen and Evie’s favorite recipes from their South Carolina home kitchen, this book offers everything from party food to seafood to drinks and desserts, all tied together with playful dialogue between the couple and gorgeous shots of their food, family and home.
As Evie and Stephen explain it, Does This Taste Funny? had its beginnings in the Covid lockdown. “We were all stuck together and couldn’t go out, so we cooked. We had all three kids back under
Stephen and Evie both grew up in Charleston, but didn’t meet until their mid-20s. That’s when they decided to get married and have a family.
They are the founders of Spartina Industries, a production company with a firstlook deal at CBS Studios. Spartina has produced several projects, including Derek DelGaudio's In & of Itself on Hulu, PICKLED on CBS and, most recently debuted, the new CBS After Midnight starring Taylor Tomlinson. Spartina is also currently developing several other projects, most notably a series adaptation of The Chronicles of Amber by Roger Zelazny. Tickets are on sale at gaillardcenter.org. To learn more, contact the Advancement Office at info@gaillardfoundation. org or 843-718-1578.
A Marshmallow World in the Summer
BY JOHN NELSON For The Island Connection
Flowers, of course, come in quite an assortment of sizes. The smallest flowers of any plant you are likely to see probably belong to the tiny, floating duckweeds. And the largest flowers of trees, at least in North America, must surely belong to various species of Magnolia. But what wildflower has the biggest bloom? Could it be this one?
It’s a native species that is common from New England and Ontario down to Florida and well into the Midwest and Texas. Technically, it is an herbaceous plant, but it comes up from a massive root system, and it looks like a shrub, usually, with branching stalks that can be up to 8 feet tall. It really likes sunny, wet places, and you will see it in marshes, ditches, damp meadows and along open, wet power lines. (Because of the droughts that we are experiencing this season, 2024 might not be the best year for it.)
The flowers may be 8 inches across, when fully opened, usually about midday when it's bright. The broad leaves are dark green above and whitish or gray beneath. Each flower is on a long stalk, and each stalk bears a small leaf. The color of the flowers is variable among populations but is most often white: the petals may be milky white to creamy, or even pale yellowish. (Rarely, there will be plants that have pink petals.)
Whatever their shade, each of the five petals bears a striking, ruby-red blotch at its base. When the open flower is viewed from the front, we are presented with a very conspicuous visual display that we call an “eye.” (This eye acts as something of a target and is probably attractive to visiting hummingbirds.)
This species blooms over a long
period, and is one of our “late summer” species. Toward autumn, the flowers are replaced with drying capsules, these splitting open and releasing seeds, each seed dark brown, about the size of a large BB.
Our plant is a member of the family “Malvaceae” and is thus related to cotton, okra and garden hollyhocks. (There are a lot of weedy species in this family too.) In this family, the pollenbearing stamens of a single flower are characteristically fused into a hollow column, which surrounds the pistil. The end of the pistil branches into a number of receptive stigmas, usually five.
The roots of this plant, or at least some of its close relatives, have long been known as a source of a sweet gum. An old-timey (very old-timey) confection used to be made from boiled-down roots, which, when mixed with sugar, would yield the earliest form of marshmallows. (Marshmallows that you buy in a store these days are not made this way. They are completely artificial, made of gelatin and sugar. Yuck.)
The scientific name of this species, at first glance, suggests the word
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The Early Bird Catches the Fish
BY CAPT. GEOFF BENNETT For The Island Connection
Our fishery is in full swing with lots of bait and an incredibly diverse mixture of fish to target. During August, it will be key to get out early to beat the heat. You’ll not only be more comfortable fishing in the morning, but also more productive. The high temperatures in the afternoon can put species like trout down. You may lose some sleep, but launching at first light has plenty of rewards.
Popping corks are very effective this time of year. You can catch so many different types of fish: redfish, trout, flounder, ladyfish, sharks and more. I use a weighted popping cork so I can increase the distance of my cast. I run an 18-inch to 24-inch fluorocarbon leader from the cork to a size 1 circle hook. When your cork drops under water, reel until you feel the weight of the fish, and then lift the rod tip. Mud minnows, shrimp and artificial shrimp all work well as bait.
Topwater is a fantastic option when you are starting early. Try to get to your spot just as it is becoming light. Fish will strike topwater lures based on the commotion they make on the surface, and they aren't able to see that the lure isn't a real, struggling baitfish. These lures work well for trout, ladyfish and redfish. Heddon's Super Spook Jr. lures in chartreuse and black or red and white are the ticket.
This time of year, you'll want to carry your cast net not only for shrimp but also for baitfish like finger mullet and menhaden. Finger mullet under a popping cork are deadly for trout and can't be torn to bits by little baitstealing fish. Menhaden fished live on the bottom with big circle hooks are great for reds and sharks. Fresh-cut menhaden or mullet put out a scent trail that few fish can ignore.
See you on the water!
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Johns Island residents Nick and Lindsay Markman, holding a redfish.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 9
WHAT: 90’s Retro Revolution
WHERE: Sweetgrass Inn, 5757 Palm Blvd.
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Wild Dunes will be hosting themed weekend pop-up events throughout the summer at The Nest, the rooftop bar on the Sweetgrass Inn at Wild Dunes Resort. Each event is free and open to the public. Attendees can expect cosmos, espresso martinis, flavored margaritas, flavored daiquiris, frozen drinks, dirty martinis, Oysters Rockefeller, prime rib sliders, and 90’s pop music.
WHAT: Summer Book Sale
WHERE: Charleston County Public Library - Main Library, 68 Calhoun St
WHEN: Friday, August 9 - 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, August 10 - 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: The Charleston Friends of the Library’s Summer Book Sale at the Main Library will be held on Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10. Shoppers can browse through hundreds of gently used Children's, YA, Non-Fiction, Fiction, Cookbooks and more. Prices starting at $1 for paperbacks and $4 for hardback books.
WHAT: Spirits Tasting
WHERE: Freshfields Village WHEN: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
MORE INFO: Guests can savor complimentary tastings at Kiawah Spirits every Friday and Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m., from a selection of fine spirits. Enjoy a timeless classic or discover a new favorite during this intimate experience.
WHAT: Music on The Green WHERE: Freshfields Village WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
MORE INFO: Series runs through August 31 with concerts every Friday. On August 9, enjoy a free live performance by Julio & The Saltines.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
WHAT: Sea Island Farmers Market
WHERE: 2024 Academy Rd., John’s Island WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: A year-round delight for locals and visitors alike. This market offers a wide variety of fresh produce, artisanal foods and handmade crafts. It’s the perfect spot to start your weekend with a basket full of farm-fresh goodies and unique finds.
WHAT: The Sanctuary Sounds of Summer WHERE: The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
MORE INFO: The public is invited to join Sounds of Summer on the Grand Lawn of The Sanctuary throughout June, July, and August. The live-music event overlooking the beach and Atlantic Ocean is complimentary with a cash bar provided.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11
WHAT: 2nd Sunday on King WHERE: King Street, Charleston WHEN: Noon to 5 p.m.
MORE INFO: Every month on the second Sunday, the City of Charleston shuts down King Street from Queen to Calhoun to through traffic and without parked cars. Strolling guests see businesses, artists, unique food vendors, and more.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
WHAT: Dan + Shay – Heartbreak On The Map Tour WHERE: Credit One Stadium, Daniel Island WHEN: 7 p.m.
MORE INFO: Country duo Dan + Shay will be joined by special guests Jake Owen and Dylan Marlowe
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
WHAT: Spirits Tasting WHERE: Freshfields Village WHEN: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
MORE INFO: Complimentary tastings at Kiawah Spirits every Friday and Saturday from 1 to 5 pm, from a selection of fine spirits. Enjoy a timeless classic or discover a new favorite during this intimate experience.
WHAT: Deluxury Dive Bar – Caddyshack Style
WHERE: Sweetgrass Inn, 5757 Palm Blvd.
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Wild Dunes will be hosting themed weekend pop-up events throughout the summer at The Nest, in Sweetgrass Inn. Free and open to the public. In addition, guests can watch “Caddyshack” on a big TV (silent with captions).
WHAT: Dave Spurlock CCSD Football Jamboree
WHERE: CCSD District 2 Stadium, Darrell Creek Trail, Mt Pleasant
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Twelve schools will participate in the annual Dave Spurlock Charleston County School District Football Jamboree at Robert E. Hayes Field at the District 2 Regional Stadium in Mount Pleasant.
WHAT: Music on The Green
WHERE: Freshfields Village WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
MORE INFO: The Music on The Green Concert series runs through August 31 with concerts every Friday. On August 16, enjoy a free live performance by Blackwater Band.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
WHAT: Cars & Coffee
WHERE: Freshfield Village
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
MORE INFO: The monthly Cars & Coffee event happens on the third Saturday of every month from 9 to 11 am, showcasing unique cars and offering the opportunity to purchase coffee from Java Java.
WHAT: The Sanctuary Sounds of Summer
WHERE: The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
MORE INFO: The public is invited to join Sounds of Summer on the Grand Lawn of The Sanctuary throughout June, July, and August. The live-music event overlooking the beach and Atlantic Ocean is complimentary with a cash bar provided.
MONDAY, AUGUST 19
WHAT: Farmers Market
WHERE: Freshfields Village WHEN: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
MORE INFO: Every Monday through August, the Village Green transforms into a bustling local marketplace, offering fresh produce, artisanal foods, and unique crafts.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22
WHAT: Jazz Night
WHERE: Freshfields Village
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Stop by the Porch Bar at the Andell Inn every second and fourth Thursday of the month for a Jazz Night featuring a local group.
WHAT: The Ocean Room Chef Tasting Dinner
WHERE: The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
MORE INFO: The Ocean Room presents a series of wine-paired Chef’s Tasting.
