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The parade has always been one of the town’s most beloved and well-attended events, officially kicking off the holiday season. It’s a wonderful opportunity to showcase our town’s unique spirit and create cherished memories for families.
As we enjoy the fall weather and change in season, I hope you’ll find an event or activity that inspires a deeper connection with our island’s signature hospitality, our spirit of giving back to our neighbors and communities, and the unique blend of individuals who live and work here.
Bluffton needs everyone to help protect the May River
Celebrate National Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, With Gratitude
Hurricane / tropical storm preparedness
Celebrating Fall: A Season of Festivals, Music, and Culture
The Town has designated approximately five acres of land near the Bluffton Police Department in Buckwalter Place for economic development. We are collaborating with a private developer to build 50,000 square feet of commercial space, with 14,000 square feet donated to the Town’s economic development department, The Don Ryan Center for Innovation (DRCI). This space will be used to offer reduced commercial rates for start-up and growth businesses in the region.
Residents who wish to speak at town meetings are encouraged to submit an online public comment form at least two hours before the meeting. This form is easily accessible on our website.
What does the new town budget mean to you?
July Marks the Start of Town’s New Budget Year
This year, the Town will host a 5K run/walk at 9 a.m. at Martin Family Park to kick off the day of events.
In your planning, you should assume that essential services such as electricity, water, gas, and telephones might not be available for some time.
DRCI has a lofty mission of supporting small business community, fostering innovation, and creating jobs while also being the foot soldiers in helping individual businesses with the minutia of how to get a company to the next level of growth.
Serving on a town board or committee is a meaningful way to contribute your time and skills to public service within our community while gaining valuable insights into the intricacies of town governance.
“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.”
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all involved – the RBC Heritage team, golfers, volunteers, concession workers, and fans. You make this event a standout showcase for our island and pave the way for a brighter future for all who call Hilton Head Island home.
Main Street: significant improvements are underway to make this road safer, thanks to the Main Street Commercial Property Owners’ Association (POA) and the Town of Hilton Head Island.
Dedicated efforts are underway to expand parks and open spaces, catering to the evolving needs of the younger generation. This initiative ensures that children and adults have access
to enhanced recreational facilities.
Looking Back.. Running for political office was not something I had on any bucket list growing up. But the influence my parents had on me and my siblings, to always help others and to pay it...
Happy Holidays, Hilton Head Islanders This festive holiday season is a wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories with loved ones, share joy, and spread love. We eagerly anticipate the holiday...
While we recently ended a weeklong event, Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival, there is so much to do from now until the end of the year. Get a preview of each!
Our goal is for our community to be safe, livable, and inclusive. To achieve this, we recognize the necessity of providing all levels of employees with a place to call home in the community where they work.
The Town of Hilton Head Island regularly requests bids for a diverse range of services including project consulting, landscape maintenance, custodial work, catering, drone operations, engineering, road work, technology upgrades, and more.
Of particular intrigue is our GROWTH program, a recent addition spanning merely three years. This initiative is tailored for well-established and prosperous companies that have operated for multiple years.
The Calhoun Street Regional Dock has been a part of Bluffton’s history since the 1800s, and throughout the partnerships with State Representative Bill Herbkersman and our state leaders, this dock remains an operational landmark of our town, ready for the next 100 years.
We’ve already made significant strides in this year alone, reflecting our collective dedication to accomplishing the objectives set out in this strategic action plan. Here are some highlights I find particularly exciting.
We want all our residents and visitors to enjoy our May River and to be safe.
“This year, we are celebrating two significant milestones in Hilton Head Island’s history…”
An annual, balanced budget is critical to Hilton Head Island’s livelihood.
Summer Celebrations It is what Bluffton’s people do best: We “build community” by coming together to celebrate our parks and each other. After a successful inaugural year, the town is pleased to...
Hurricane Season: Prepare For the Worst, Hope for the Best The last real scare of a hurricane happened in 2016, and since that date, we have seen thousands of residents replaced with new ones. So,...
It's Hurricane season: make a plan, build a kit, stay informed. The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. So, just like you pack your bags with towels, snacks, toys, and...
The Town of Bluffton Wants You! If you have ever wanted to give of your time and talent to contribute to the decisions of the town, Bluffton Town Council is currently seeking qualified applicants...
Celebrating Town Staff and Their Devotion to Public Service Our emergency responses, permit processing, site inspections, community planning, capital projects, and pathway maintenance are fine...
RBC Heritage Leaves Lasting Impact on the Lowcountry For 55 years, the Heritage Classic Foundation has presented a world-class golf tournament, now known as the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing....
eAs the yellow film of pollen dissipates and the stunning purple and pink azaleas and wisteria pop up everywhere in Bluffton, you know spring has arrived and town events are in full swing. Please...
Inaugural Bluffton Buzzard Day, March 5 Leave it to Babbie Guscio, who so rightly is on the Wall of Honor in the Town of Bluffton, to come up with yet another eccentric event. She is one of the most...
Enhancing Transparency for Town Government Transparency in government is one of the most important qualities I believe in when it comes to public accountability of elected officials. When I ran for...
Blueprint Bluffton With another year ahead of us, we will be completing many of our capital projects and more. One item that is important to any town is an update of the comprehensive plan. Many...
Christmas in Bluffton: A Celebration of Community The fifty-first Bluffton Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade was a celebration of all that is good about Bluffton. An article from Only in Your...
Thank You, and Happy Holidays When this month’s C2 magazine went to print, I was still holding the title of Mayor of Hilton Head Island, a position I was proud to serve in over the last four years....
Christmas Parade Applications, Holiday Events to Look Forward To It’s the season to apply to be in the Bluffton fifty-first Christmas parade. The parade application is live on the town’s website,...
Town Expands Community Code Enforcement Team Everyone wants to feel safe in the community where they live—not just from a law enforcement standpoint. We also want to experience safety from a...
The Value of Product Ideation The growth of this area brings the need to continue to educate new and old residents about their town government. One important initiative is the Don Ryan Center of...
Congratulations to Chief Brad Tadlock on His Upcoming Retirement Chief Brad Tadlock is one of the people I greatly admire for his leadership, professionalism, and teamwork. Last month, he announced...
Get to Know Hilton Head Island I recently spoke to a newcomer to Hilton Head Island, and she shared with me that there was no comprehensive guide for people like her that outlined all the...
Getting to Know Bluffton Did you ever wonder how development happens in Bluffton? How did the town grow from a one-square mile town to a 54-square mile town? What are the rules, regulations and...
A Return to Civility As mayor, I enjoy interacting with young people. They are indeed the future. Any time I am invited to share my experiences or words of encouragement with them, I am happy to do...
The Key Ingredients that Connect a Successful Startup to a Successful Town A startup and a town have more similarities than are obvious at first glance. In reality, both are in an interdependent...
What Bluffton Does Best: Have Fun Together After a nearly two-year hiatus from Bluffton’s events due to the pandemic, the town wants to help bring neighbors together again to make memories. Bluffton...