Polls for the North Myrtle beach mayoral and council election closed at 7 p.m. document.getElementById("demo").innerHTML = "© " + html; Peoples perspective of this city. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.. Eight candidates vied for four different council seats elected by the citizens of North Myrtle Beach on Tuesday. 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. Hurricane Ian is expected to impact the City of North Myrtle Beach and surrounding areas later this week. Christian Boschult One of North Myrtle Beachs fallen heroes was honored today with a bridge dedication ceremony. 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Filing closed Wednesday for a special election to be held in March. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will meet on Monday, September 19, at 7 p.m. at City Hall. 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. She also has experience serving on the boards of the state municipal association and mayor's association, and was appointed to the governor to serve on the board of Accelerate SC to help the state recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Correction: This story has been corrected to show that 10 candidates are running for the vacant N. Myrtle Beach council seat, not nine. Why the placement of your North Myrtle Beach parking decal could soon affect your wallet, Nature can be saved: North Myrtle Beach celebrates historic Ingram Dunes site. Low 52F. By encouraging low density development and voting against proposed high density projects that are not compatible or suitable to surrounding neighborhoods. 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. 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. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. Consisting of the Mayor and six Council members, each member has one vote. We have stared down several property tax defaults, and there is pressure on city government to find new ways to generate revenue, he wrote. 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Unless you add new attractions or accommodations charging people for what was once free parking seems like a money grab for our multi-term incumbents. 5 running for Myrtle Beach mayor, 5 vying for city council seats By Alex Brizee abrizee@postandcourier.com Sep 3, 2021 Buy Now File/Staff By Nick Masuda nmasuda@postandcourier.com Subscribe. North Myrtle Beach is one of the best run cities in America. each serve four-year, staggered terms; three Council seats are elected every two years. The City has alienated tourists, upset local business owners and pissed off locals. 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. The Sounds of Summer concert series kicks off Friday, June 17, featuring Fire Lake A Tribute to Bob Seger. Enjoy this FREE concert from 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. at the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex Amphitheater. Memorial Day Weekend kicks off the Citys main visitor season. NORTH MYRTLE BEACH North Myrtle Beach voters will have competitive races for mayor and three council seats this November. She is particularly concerned about protecting lowland areas as the city pursues development. That is an ongoing process that I support. Our work is all about building the future for our families.". We will never be able to provide a parking space for every person who wants to go to the beach. Photo by Christian Boschult, Marilyn Hatley, courtesy, city of North Myrtle Beach. MARILYN HATLEY He said he wants the city to be how he remembered it as a small child when he used to visit: lively and thriving. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. The center will bring around 50 new high-paying jobs to the city. 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. He is not sure the city is managing the influx of people and businesses well and thinks he could help. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold an emergency called executive session on Tuesday July 12, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall. This year marks the 21st anniversary of September 11. Gordon Best. These city leaders continue to dodge accountability. This story was originally published February 27, 2021, 6:58 AM. 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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. Prior to the regularly scheduled meeting, council members held an executive session. He said he doesnt represent any one group, and is deeply concerned about doing whats right for everyone in the city. Consisting of the Mayor and six Council members, each member has one vote. Mayor Marilyn Hatley and council members Nicole Fontana (Windy Hill), Terry White (Ocean Drive) and Trey Skidmore (at-large) terms expire at the end of the year. The period for North Myrtle Beach residents to file as candidates in the November 2, 2021, City Council election came to a close on Thursday, September 2, at 12:00 Noon. Winds W at 20 to 30 mph. Baldwin: Controlled growth is good, and we have that. Most of this expansion took place along our ocean front lots. Experience: Law enforcement officer, in the US. He said the problem with that is once theyre gone, the city is left without money for infrastructure and education. Come join family and friends for the 5th Annual North Myrtle Beach Junior Lifeguard Games on Saturday, August 6. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will meet on Monday, February 20, at 7 p.m. at City Hall. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met in a regularly scheduled meeting on July 18. Preliminary results from the City of North Myrtle Beach show that Skidmore finished with 1,158 votes compared to Nichols 799. We want to maintain this balance. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met in a regularly scheduled meeting on September 19, 2022. Subscribe. 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Why he is running: Ramey said he has wanted to be on city council for some time. The City of North Myrtle Beach annual Summer Concert Series begins on Thursday, June 2. City Council The City Council serves as the governing body for the City of North Myrtle Beach. Why he is running: Halpin is concerned about the citys development. By expanding pedestrian pathways and bike trails will make our town more user friendly as we continue to grow. A recently amended ordinance regarding business operations on the beach is leading to the sharing of misinformation. Note: Since 2007, the City of North Myrtle Beach has not allowed any business to set up rented beach wares on the public beach. person will not be tolerated. I will continue to strive hard to make sure we never lose that. MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - The polls are just a few days away from opening and one of the biggest area races is the race to fill three seats on the Myrtle Beach City Council. Last week the candidates held a forum over Zoom for citizens to get to know them. Incumbent Marilyn Hatley and challenger Wayne Troutman were up for the mayoral seat. Fletcher isnt with either of the political parties in North Augusta but said he is a lifelong conservative.. 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. According to the current, North Myrtle Beach ordinance, people are not allowed to leave items on the beach between the hours of 7 p.m. and 8 a.m. According to the vote tallies, none of the candidates received 50% of the total votes cast, plus one. Troutman said he thought his campaign went well, adding he intends to run for city council in two years. NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) Election Day is Tuesday and candidates for North Myrtle Beach's mayoral race are getting ready. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met at City Hall on Monday, May 2, 2022, for a 7:00 pm regular meeting. Motorized vehicles are not permitted on the Citys beaches. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will meet on Monday, August 15, at 7 p.m. at City Hall. Nicole Fontana received 2,496 votes over Jolene Puffer's. This camp is taught by North Myrtle Beach Ocean Rescue lifeguards and Beach Patrol. State officials Therefore, there will be a runoff election on March 16 between Trey Skidmore who received 961 votes and Ron Nichols who received 514 votes. WMBF News. Cherry Grove 1 Precinct - Chapel by the Sea Church, Cherry Grove 2 Precinct - Fire Station #4, Crescent Beach Precinct - J. Bryan Floyd Community Center, Nixons 1 Precinct (Grande Harbour Residents only) - North Myrtle Beach High School, Ocean Drive 2 Precinct - St. Stephens Episcopal Church, Wampee Precinct (Park Pointe Residents only) - Riverside Elementary School, Windy Hill 1 Precinct - Windy Hill Fire Station #3. The North Myrtle Beach City Council held a Special Called Meeting at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, August 29, 2022. A good example: We have a number of shopping hubs with very contemporary offerings and looks, and we have places like Main Street where an earlier North Myrtle Beach still thrives. The Workshop will be held at the conclusion of the Special Called Business Meeting. Chance of rain 90%. SODA (Stop Off-Shore Drilling in the Atlantic) has done a good job of this but the public needs to become more informed about the potential threats that off-shore drilling development has and how it could impair our way of life on the Grand Strand. Jackie Hatley, Gregg Smith and Mike Lowder are all defending. 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. Fontana has served on council since 2013. Crews will be moving a house from the 700 block of North Ocean Boulevard in City limits to a lot off SC 90 in Horry County. Richard Fletcher announces write-in candidacy for North Augusta City Council, CSRA native named new Ambassador of the Year at N.A. Any runoff election will be held on Nov. 16. Polls closed at 7 p.m. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will meet on Monday, June 20, at 7 p.m. at City Hall. City Incident responders similar to SCDOT/Myrtle Beach to clear lanes quickly in congested areas. 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? Read moreCSRA native named new Ambassador of the Year at N.A. I follow the citys actions closely, but I was shocked at the surprise increase in the cost of our new Public Safety Headquarters, he continued. The City Council serves as the governing body for the City of North Myrtle Beach. Public Safety Officers for the City of North Myrtle Beach are prepared for the potential impact of Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally. Dont think people are happy with the way they are governed. He received 440 votes in the 2021 election after running a one-week campaign. Other candidates in this years municipal election are incumbent Republicans Kevin Toole and Eric Presnell, Republican David Buck and Democrat Richard Adams. that is degrading to another person. Everyone is invited to enjoy a free concert featuring the Main Event Band on Thursday, June 16 from 7 p.m. 9 p.m. at the Horseshoe on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will meet on Monday, March 6, at 7 p.m. at City Hall. The mayor is a straight shooter and very transparent. There will be 10 people on the ballot. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met in a regularly scheduled meeting on August 15. Incumbent Nikki Fontana won reelection with 2,504 votes to real estate broker Jolene Puffer's 2,119 votes. The Waccamaw River Swamp Bridge was named and dedicated to the memory and in honor of Sergeant Gordon Best. War Over County Vaccinations. Baldwin III (Crescent 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. 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. There will be 10 people on the ballot. He said its more about figuring out what the needs of residents and businesses are and being an advocate for them on council. If your child will play baseball or softball this spring, youll need to stock up on appropriate clothing and equipment. Registration for the 2022 Summer Junior Lifeguard camps is open! Mike Mishoe North Myrtle Beach City Council Candidate, Former SC governor, Trump ally Nikki Haley coming to Myrtle Beach as she runs for president, Tyler Doyle 911 tapes reveal what happened the afternoon his boat sank while duck hunting, When is spring bike week 2023 happening in Myrtle Beach? The City of North Myrtle Beach experienced a historic rain-event on July 22, 2022. Our city is growing. The filing period ended Thursday at noon. This story was originally published October 31, 2019, 10:24 AM. Responses were edited and summarized for clarity and space. The popular program consists of two series Music on Main and Sounds of Summer. Gordon Best. The City of North Myrtle Beach is holding a City Council Workshop at City Hall on Wednesday, September 14, for a 1:30 p.m. workshop. Here are the candidates for those positions: Myrtle Beach Mayor Brenda Bethune (i) C.D. Why she is running: Conley wants there to be more focus on local preservation and increasing the citys conservation efforts. Get information regarding the departments dedicated to keeping the community moving. I was even more surprised that city council did not really debate the matter., This will be the second time that Fletcher is running as a write-in candidate for North Augusta City Council. | Terms of Use| Privacy Policy. What steps can be taken to ensure the historic culture of North Myrtle Beach is preserved amid ongoing commercial growth? Ramey: Start by protecting our shores and beaches and preventing the development of any off-shore drilling. This came after the race was sent to a runoff when no candidate . Richardson: Traffic signals need to be monitored an adjusted seasonally to allow adequate flow. The position is at-large, meaning the official doesnt serve a specific area of the city. Young, who got her start reporting local news in New York, has received accolades from both the New York State Press Association and the South Carolina Press Association. 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. J.O. Parking is also a reason he wants to get involved. The City has spent $26.7 million on ocean outfalls to rectify these and other flooding challenges and will spend another $12 million in Fall 2020. Keep it Clean. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will meet on Monday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at City Hall. There were two new business items on the agenda. Cavanaugh, who spent nearly 20 years on council, announced his resignation in September. He wants to work to make sure the city has a sustainable economy year round and does not have to rely on the tourist season during the summer months. The City of North Myrtle Beach moved to OPCON 2 at 9 a.m. today. Dr. Elizabeth Conley, 5720 Herring Gull Circle, Elizabeth Anne Prince 607 11th Avenue South, Trey Skidmore 1000 37th Avenue South (Lot 32), Copyright 2023, All Rights Reserved | MyrtleBeachSC.com News | Contact us at [emailprotected] We have to strike a balance between what we are today that is familiar to locals, and what our tourists literally our bread and butter-expect in the way of dining, shopping, entertainment and other opportunities. 1101 NORTH OAK STREET, MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29577. Vote Tallies for Candidates Dr. Elizabeth Conley - 80 William Davis - 59 Robert. Motorcycle officers from across the globe will be on the Grand Strand for the 16th Annual Palmetto Police Motorcycle Skills Challenge. Platform: Halpin wants to make sure the city is financially stable and has a solid infrastructure, particularly for roads and schools. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. "I love North Myrtle Beach, what it stands for, what we have here, the people, and I want to be a part of representing the people on city council," he added. North Myrtle Beach has a nonpartisan election coming up in November. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met in a regularly scheduled meeting on January 9, 2023, at 7 p.m. 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. Candidates running for Ocean Drive community: Candidates running for Windy Hill community: The North Myrtle Beach Municipal Election Commission will count the absentee ballots at city hall. North Myrtle Beach In North Myrtle Beach, 160 employees receive salaries more than $50,000 with 17 making more than $100,000. In Ocean Drive, former planning commissioner and insurance company owner Bubba Collins ran against Norfleet Jones, a business owner and Coast Guard veteran who's served on North Myrtle Beach's Accommodation Tax Committee and Horry County's Solid Waste Authority board. The Sun News did not hear back from him in time for this story. The At-Large seat is currently held by Trey Skidmore, who was a special election in March to take over the seat after Bob Cavanaugh stepped down. COUNCIL CHAMBER, TED C. COLLINS LAW ENFORCEMENT CENTER. Code of Ordinances. Richard Fletcher announced Feb. 28 that he is running as a write-in candidate in the 2023 North Augusta municipal election. This past spring city council became more aggressive in expanding parking by embarking on the expansion and improvements to our existing parking areas. The term will run from March to November of this year. The entire North Myrtle Beach city council has refused to return phone calls, emails and texts for several days. He is a principal at the Augusta architectural firm Cheatham Fletcher Scott and holds a Bachelor of Science in Design and Master of Arts in Architecture, both from Clemson University. Baldwin: By encouraging low density development and voting against proposed high density projects that are not compatible or suitable to surrounding neighborhoods. In 2017, Fletcher created the Facebook group, North Augusta 20/20. Mayor Marilyn HatleyPhone: 843-280-5525Term: 2021 to 2025Email: Email Marilyn HatleyAbout our Mayor, Councilman J.O. You are invited to participate in a September 11 memorial service at the Horseshoe on Main Street. Her work has appeared in the Minneapolis Star Tribune and MinnPost. Lucas wants to make sure city employees are treated and paid fairly and that police officers, firefighters and beach patrol officers have everything they need to keep the city safe. He wants it to be similar to Bourbon Street in New Orleans but more family oriented with street vendors and events. Mayor Hatleys proclamation offers information about the role gardeners have nurturing beautiful plant life and outdoor resources in the City of North Myrtle Beach and the United States, The mayor of North Myrtle Beach, Marilyn Hatley, proclaimed July 20, 2022, Sir Teddy Day, 12 Residents Graduate from 2022 City of North Myrtle Beach Citizens Academy. Volunteers will march the American Flag, the South Carolina Flag, the POW/MIA flag, and Purple Heart Flag more than eight miles on the sandy beaches of North Myrtle Beach. Marilyn Hatley won reelection Tuesday night. A Chinese Cherry Blossom tree is named the tree of the month for June, 2022. "I know it was a long way to go to defeat the political machine that was in place but you have to start somewhere.". Along with increasing public parking is the need to enhance beach access. Read on. , Post and Courier, an Evening Post Publishing Newspaper Group. Heres how you can contact them. The Barefoot Swing Bridge is operating under normal conditions at this time. The post was recently held by Bob Cavanaugh, who. They went from refusal to silence. Keeping these developments in restricted areas will ease overbuilding and help address the added traffic concerns that come with more development. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Beach Patrol officers for the City of North Myrtle Beach are noticing an increase in motorized e-bike usage along the sandy beaches. Six more are planned after that. The Sun News spoke with nine of the candidates about their platform and some of the changes they want to see in the city.
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