You are invited to participate in a September 11 memorial service at the Horseshoe on Main Street. Platform: Mishoe repeated his statements about representing residents, including those that cant vote. But he is concerned about the current housing explosion, which he said builders and contractors are making a ton of money from. She is concerned about cutbacks, which she said could reduce a lot of residents incomes. Platform: Prince said she is focused on short term and long term rentals. 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. No officers were hurt. Our city is growing. The North Myrtle Beach Municipal Election Commission will count the absentee ballots at city hall once polls close, according to the citys website. Local elections are coming up. 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. 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. North Myrtle Beach will have a special election on Tuesday to fill a council seat left vacant by former Councilman Bob Cavanaugh. The board is set to certify the election on Thursday. Rosza Bill McClure Gene Ho Tammie Durant City Council (three seats) Alex Fogel Jackie Hatley (i). 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). Subscribe. He received 440 votes in the 2021 election after running a one-week campaign. Her work has appeared in the Minneapolis Star Tribune and MinnPost. Bill Davis ran against him to try and take over the seat for the next four-year term. Last week the candidates held a forum over Zoom for citizens to get to know them. Note: Since 2007, the City of North Myrtle Beach has not allowed any business to set up rented beach wares on the public beach. 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. CANDIDATES - NOVEMBER 2 NORTH MYRTLE BEACH CITY COUNCIL ELECTION. 1 NORTH Read more'This is what we wanted': North Augusta girls win Class AAAA crown for 5th time, var html = new Date().getFullYear(); , Post and Courier, an Evening Post Publishing Newspaper Group. 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 If elected, she wants to tackle education reform. Occupation: Retired US Army and Dept of Defense Civilian. Chance of rain 90%. or anything. Filing closed Wednesday for a special election to be held in March. Baldwin: 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 declared a citywide state of emergency in preparation for the effects of Hurricane Ian and the storm remnants. The candidates looking . The City of North Myrtle Beach experienced a historic rain-event on July 22, 2022. Richard Fletcher announced Feb. 28 that he is running as a write-in candidate in the 2023 North Augusta municipal election. Why he is running: Jeffers said he has an educational and business background that could be useful for the planning and growth of the city. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. 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Were in a good position from a budget standpoint. WMBF News. 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. Golf cart drivers, operators, and passengers please be aware that you golf carts are not allowed on public roads after daylight hours. "And I-73, I hope that will be built, but its going to take a decade to build I-73 so in the meantime, lets prepare our infrastructure and get it ready so when they do get I-73 finished, that we will be prepared and ready for I-73," Hatley added. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will meet on Monday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at City Hall. 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. Copyright 2020 WMBF. Gordon Best. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met at City Hall on Monday, May 2, 2022, for a 7:00 pm regular meeting. Candidates competing for seats include Marilyn Hatley and Wayne Troutman for mayor, Nikki Fontana and Jolene The term will run from March to November of this year. If you live in North Myrtle Beach, please make sure you vote on Tuesday, March 2nd. There were two new business items on the agenda. Low 52F. Our areas greatest attribute and draw is our beach. Decreasing clouds with clear skies by morning. Why he is running: Nichols said he has lived in North Myrtle Beach for 19 years and has attended numerous council meetings, been a city volunteer and has witnessed first hand how effective council working together can produce an excellent quality of life. He said he has a skill set and a desire to help the community continue to prosper. 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. This came after the race was sent to a runoff when no candidate . 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The City of North Myrtle Beach welcomed its first female Chief of Police and introduced its newest Associate Judge. The Oscars will air on ABC and can be streamed on ABC.com and the ABC app as well as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, AT&T TV or FuboTV. He said he wants to work with other councilors for the betterment of the city. Also, identifying obsolete commercial businesses and buildings and replace with new construction or renovation is a good start to the ongoing commercial growth. Paid parking will begin April 30, 2022. Platform: Ramey said his main concern is the economy, but he also added that he wants to reform Main Street and make it a place that people want to visit. I have no agenda other than serve the people of North Myrtle Beach. There will be 10 people on the ballot. Preparations for a maintenance dredge in the Cherry Grove area of the City of North Myrtle Beach are underway. City Council memberseach serve four-year, staggered terms; three Council seats are elected every two years. City Incident responders similar to SCDOT/Myrtle Beach to clear lanes quickly in congested areas. She'll continue her service as mayor, a position she's held for 20 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. 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 center will bring around 50 new high-paying jobs to the city. 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. What more can be done to address the drainage problems seen on multiple sections of Ocean Boulevard? I will continue to strive hard to make sure we never lose that. Photo by Christian Boschult, Marilyn Hatley, courtesy, city of North Myrtle Beach. Platform: Nichols said he is focused on representing North Myrtle Beachs entire population and improving the citys communication with residents. Read on. She cited growth in the city and west of the waterway as big reasons to focus on improving the city'sinfrastructure in the next four years to handle the increasing pressure. Use the 'Report' link on She is dedicated to the values of journalism by listening, learning, seeking out the truth and reporting it accurately. Peoples perspective of this city. We want to maintain this balance. The Sun News did not hear back from him in time for this story. Hank Thomas: City council recognized years ago that public parking was becoming a critical problem. The city will get at least one new council member after Terry White . Of the ten, two are considered strong conservatives who will work for residents and the small business community. He said he doesnt represent any one group, and is deeply concerned about doing whats right for everyone in the city. . Those two candidates are Bob Lucas and Trey Skidmore. Anna Young joined The Sun News in 2019 and has spent her time covering the Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach governments, while providing valuable insight to the community at large. that is degrading to another person. Platform: Conley repeated her statement about being an advocate for protecting lowlands and wetlands. Why he is running: Lucas said he had no intentions in getting into politics but changed his mind after seeing how small businesses and other entities have been suffering during the COVID-19 pandemic. After this week's NMB candidate forum, questions continue about exactly where North Myrtle Beach City Council Candidate Trey Skidmore currently lives. Unfortunately, the American Pride March, is canceled this year due to weather. 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. Stay Informed. Incumbent city council members Mike Lowder, Gregg Smith and Jackie Hatley . 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 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. He wants it to be similar to Bourbon Street in New Orleans but more family oriented with street vendors and events. 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. 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. 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. Hopefully, electing new leadership will provide better ideas and accountability. Get information regarding the departments dedicated to keeping the community moving. Alston is accused of opening fire on NMB Police Officers as they tried to serve an outstanding warrant. Leaders in the City of North Myrtle Beach are taking efforts to protect beaches and waterways. Another great step to protecting our culture and environment is the preservation of Ingram Dunes. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. We have stared down several property tax defaults, and there is pressure on city government to find new ways to generate revenue, he wrote. 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. District 7 Map Interactive map - use the search box or zoom tool to pinpoint your district Candidates for Congress, District 7 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. Rain and wind early. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met at City Hall on Monday, May 2, 2022, for a 7:00 pm regular meeting. 10 candidates file for North Myrtle Beach special election, 3 hurt in crash involving motorcycle near Surfside Beach, FULL LIST: City announces road closures for Myrtle Beach Marathon, Darlington fire captain recovering after cutting torch explosion, Panthers founder, former owner Jerry Richardson dies at 86, VIDEO: Annual Myrtle Beach Marathon gets underway, wmbf-publicfile@gray.tv - (843) 839-9623. According to the vote tallies, none of the candidates received 50% of the total votes cast, plus one. 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. Baldwin: When SCDOT built Ocean Boulevard decades ago, it was state of the art. "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. This past spring city council became more aggressive in expanding parking by embarking on the expansion and improvements to our existing parking areas. Dont think people are happy with the way they are governed. Platform: Lucas is focused on promoting small businesses and tourism. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold a Workshop on Wednesday June 15, 2022, starting at 1:30 p.m. The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold an executive session on Wednesday July 27, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall. There are four council seats to fill. A flowering dogwood 25 feet tall is recognized as the Tree of the Month for May 2022, in the City of North Myrtle Beach. The North Myrtle Beach City Council met at City Hall on Monday, May 2, 2022, for a 7:00 pm regular meeting. 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. This proclamation declares the first Friday in June to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day in the City of North Myrtle Beach to honor and remember all victims and survivors of gun violence. 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. Nicole Fontana received 2,496 votes over Jolene Puffer's. Items for discussion are below. The North Myrtle Beach Municipal Election Commission will certify the election on March 4 at City Hall. The preliminary vote tallies for the special election were as follows: The term for the seat will run from March 2021 until November 2021. Platform: Halpin wants to make sure the city is financially stable and has a solid infrastructure, particularly for roads and schools. In 2017, Fletcher created the Facebook group, North Augusta 20/20. The City Council serves as the governing body for the City of North Myrtle Beach. The position is. Prior to the regularly scheduled meeting, council members held an executive session. Blinking yellow lights after 2am will help the flow of traffic during peak summer season and bike rallies. The event is scheduled from 9:30 p.m. through 10 p.m. on July 4, 2022. City Council members. Heres how you can contact them. Other candidates in this years municipal election are incumbent Republicans Kevin Toole and Eric Presnell, Republican David Buck and Democrat Richard Adams. Myrtle Beach Candidates for US Congress US House District 7 includes all of Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Georgetown, Horry (Myrtle Beach), Marlboro and Marion counties plus most of Florence County. Ten candidates will be on the ballot when North Myrtle Beach voters go to the polls on Tuesday to choose a new at-large council member. All rights reserved. You have permission to edit this article. Fletcher isnt with either of the political parties in North Augusta but said he is a lifelong conservative.. Copyright 2021 WMBF. 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 non-partisan election will take place on Nov. 5. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. 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. Hatley has served as mayor for 20 years, and before that, spent five years on city council. They can be rented daily, weekly, and monthly and Beach Services employees will set them up for you. 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. Ten Candidates are competing for the March 2nd North Myrtle Beach City Council Special Election. Christian Boschult What steps can be taken to ensure the historic culture of North Myrtle Beach is preserved amid ongoing commercial growth? The North Myrtle Beach City Council met in a regularly scheduled meeting on July 18. 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. Folks from across the country will converge in North Myrtle Beach to commemorate the life of fallen officer Sgt. 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. Due to poor weather, the Sounds of Summer concert featuring Paul Grimshaw Band: Tribute to Van Morrison and James Taylor scheduled for August 19 at the NMB Park and Sports Complex is canceled. She also mentioned her desire to increase the tax value of the community and increase the commodities and money coming into the city. North Myrtle Beach Police Captain, Dana Crowell, will be named the new Police Chief on Friday, January 6, 2023. 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. Richardson: Traffic signals need to be monitored an adjusted seasonally to allow adequate flow. Experience: Law enforcement officer, in the US. The following people filed as candidates: CANDIDATES FOR THE OFFICE OF MAYOR. A longtime North Augusta Chamber of Commerce member was honored for his involvement with the organization. Skidmore will also be on Tuesdays ballot. 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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. Tourism helps our small businesses. 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. 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. NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) Trey Skidmore defeated Ron Nichols Tuesday for an at-large North Myrtle Beach City Council seat. Ramey: Allowing for new high density developments should be restricted to areas west of the Intercoastal Waterway. 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. Renovations at the Cherry Grove Park & Boat Ramp are coming together. at once instead of in sections will lead to more level roads are just couple ideas that might help preserve our streets.