Town of Summerville

Join us for the 5th episode of "Cruising With the Mayor." Town PIO Chris Makowski and Mayor Russ Touchberry take you on an engaging ride through Summerville in the Mayor's golf cart. Check out the October episode now:

Help us welcome our new GIS coordinator, Charlie Roberts! As the GIS coordinator, Charlie creates and manages anything map-related for the Town of Summerville. He is excited to join the Town for its sense of community and the opportunity to bring his skills and passions to the Town’s continued growth and success! In his free time, Charlie enjoys fishing, playing pickleball, and exploring the Lowcountry outdoors. #GISCoordinator #SummervilleSC #Welcome

Join us in welcoming our new public information officer intern, Katie Bayer! Katie recently graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in public relations and is excited to use her skills and past experiences at the Town of Summerville. In her free time, Katie enjoys music and spending time outdoors, and is most excited to explore the Lowcountry food scene. #PublicInformationOfficerIntern #SummervilleSC #Welcome

Today, Summerville Fire-Rescue loaded a U-Haul with various items such as toiletries, dry goods, baby items, and everyday necessities for our neighbors up north who have been affected by Hurricane Helene. They will leave tomorrow morning for Asheville. Thank you to our local Lowe's for donating all the boxes used in packaging and organizing the donations. We also want to thank the Summerville community for their generous donations to help the victims of Hurricane Helene! #CommunitySupport #HurricaneRelief #HurricaneHelene #DisasterRelief #SummervilleCommunity

Join us at the Summerville Farmers Market on Saturday, October 12, from 8 AM to 1 PM! Discover fresh, local produce and learn about how our town is transforming abandoned spaces into vibrant community assets thanks to the EPA Brownfields Grant. #SummervilleSC #FarmersMarket #Brownfields #CommunityDevelopment

Hurricane Helene Donation Drive Update: Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Summerville community, our Hurricane Helene Donation Drive has reached full capacity for our trucks! That said, we will be concluding the drive at 7 p.m. this evening. There’s still a bit of time left, so if you'd like to make a difference for those affected by Hurricane Helene, this is your last opportunity to contribute. Thank you for your support and for coming together to help our neighbors in need! Drop-off Location: 300 W 2nd N St, Summerville, SC 29483 If you missed the opportunity to donate and still want to, you can donate through the following organizations! 🔹 All Faiths Food Bank 🔹 American Red Cross 🔹 World Central Kitchen

Now accepting applications for expiring terms in December 2024 on various Citizen Committees, Boards, and Commissions. Board of Architectural Review: 2 seats Planning Commission: 4 seats (all at large) Design Review Board: 2 seats Municipal Election Commission: 1 seat (at large) Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee: 4 seats (all at large) State Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee: 2 seats Tree Protection Committee: 3 seats expiring + 2 new seats = 5 total To be eligible, you must live or own property within the town's limits, or be appointed by a unanimous Council vote. These roles require civic interest, community knowledge, independent judgment, and meeting availability. The Town of Summerville supports a policy of equal opportunity. More information and the online application are available on our website: https://buff.ly/3zm3KGV DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS December 2, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Beth Messervy, Town Clerk, at [email protected].

🚨 Hurricane Milton Update 🚨 The town is closely monitoring Hurricane Milton, which is currently moving across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida. Forecasts predict a direct hit on the Tampa Bay region Wednesday evening, which could have devastating impacts. Milton is expected to cross the Florida peninsula and move into the Atlantic, where its path will determine how much our town will be affected. At this time, we expect rain, gusty winds, and possible coastal flooding late Wednesday into Thursday morning. Please stay tuned for updates as the forecast evolves. Stay safe, Summerville! #HurricaneMilton #LowCountryPrepared #SummervilleSafety

Yard debris collection is currently delayed by one week. Our crews are actively working in each zone, and we anticipate returning to the regular schedule by next week. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

❗ Support Our Neighbors Affected by Hurricane Helene❗ Hurricane Helene made landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast last week, causing widespread devastation as it moved inland. Communities across the Southeast are facing catastrophic flooding, widespread power outages, and severe infrastructure damage, leaving many towns and neighborhoods cut off and in urgent need of assistance. Summerville Fire-Rescue is stepping up to help by collecting and delivering essential items to those impacted in the Upstate of South Carolina and North Carolina. Let’s come together to support our neighbors in need! Drop-off Location: 300 W 2nd N St, Summerville, SC 29483 Collection Dates: October 3rd - October 10th 8 AM - 7 PM daily Items Needed: 🔹Drinking water & Gatorade 🔹Non-perishable food (canned goods, protein bars, dried fruit) 🔹Hygiene products (toothpaste, soap, hand sanitizer) 🔹Cleaning supplies (bleach, disinfectant wipes, gloves, mops) 🔹First aid kits (bandages, antiseptics, pain relievers) 🔹Blankets, towels, and bedding 🔹Trash bags (for debris removal) 🔹Flashlights & batteries 🔹Portable phone chargers 🔹Rubber boots & gloves (for flood cleanup) 🔹Tarps (for emergency repairs) 🔹Baby supplies (diapers, formula, baby wipes) Together, we can make a difference! Every donation helps bring relief to those hit hardest by Hurricane Helene. Thank you for your generosity and support.