COVID-19 Reminders

Even though tourist season seems to be slowing down, we want to ensure that we work to keep you, the owners, and your guests safe. While there may be less traffic and beachgoers, the virus is still very much among us. Even with Hilton Head and Bluffton having enacted mask-wearing requirements, the Safety and Emergency Preparedness Committee urged us to provide you with the latest information showing the value of wearing a face covering. Data Analysis by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) shows: Those jurisdictions within South Carolina with mask requirements have seen an overall …

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Owner Updates (7/17/20)

Welcome Center Hours Welcome Center hours are currently Monday- Friday 8 am-1 pm and Saturday from 8 am-11 am. There are no office hours on Sundays at this time. If you need assistance after hours, please contact the security gate. Also, only TWO guests are allowed in the Welcome Center at a time. Only those receiving a service will be allowed inside, as we are trying to keep the traffic volume low. If you have any questions please call 843-785-3310, ext.1000. State Infrastructure Bank Approves $120 Million Grant for U.S. 278 Corridor Improvement Project The South Carolina Transportation Infrastructure Bank …

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MASKS MANDATORY 7.1.20

MASKS MANDATORY STARTING TOMORROW On June 29, 2020,  Hilton Head Island Town Council adopted Emergency Ordinance 2020-14 requiring individuals to wear face coverings in commercial business establishments in the municipal limits of the Town of Hilton Head Island effective 11:59 pm on June 30, 2020. The ordinance says face coverings or masks are defined as “a cloth or other type of masking device that covers the nose and mouth, and remains in place without use of the wearer’s hands.” According to the ordinance, any person entering a commercial business establishment which includes but not limited to, grocery stores, restaurants, lobbies …

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Owner Updates (6/22/20)

Owner Updates for the Week of 6/22/20 As you may know, due to increasing cases of COVID-19 in the area, management made some temporary operational changes. Please note the following: We just finished our first week of operating the Welcome Center as a mask zone. Thanks to all of you for complying. The temporary office hours are still 8am-1pm Monday through Friday, and 8am-11am on Saturdays until further notice. The office is still closed on Sundays. Please continue to conduct your business during our temporary hours, but please wear a mask for the protection of all Shipyard residents, employees, and guests. If you …

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Owner Updates (6/15/20)

Owner Updates for the Week of 6/15/20 Due to increasing cases of COVID-19 in the Hilton Head Island area, the Welcome Center is now a mask zone. Temporary office hours are still 8am-1pm Monday through Friday, and 8am-11am on Saturdays. The office is closed on Sundays. Please feel free to conduct your business during these hours, but please wear a mask for the protection of all Shipyard residents, employees, and guests. If you need assistance outside of these hours, the dispatch/visitor’s lane is open daily from 8am to 4pm (up to 6pm or as needed on Saturdays). The inside of the Beach Club is …

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Owner Updates (6/08/20)

Owner Updates for the Week of 6/8/20 With the nicer weather and the influx of vacationers, the beach and pools are understandably in high demand. We realize why everyone is exciting about getting out to enjoy the sunshine with neighbors and friends, but your POA management team urges you to remain cognizant of potential dangers stemming from COVID-19. Infection rates have rapidly increased on the Island lately, so we hope that you will help us help you stay safe while enjoying the outdoors. In that regard, please be advised of the following: Please do not park in the Sonesta Resort’s …

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Update from Town Manager 5/20/2020

An Update from Town Manager Steve Riley 5/20/2020 View a Video Update from Town Manager Steve Riley at https://youtu.be/BZ29Y89pczM Congratulations Graduates! Congratulations to all of our high school seniors and college graduates on the Island and across the Lowcountry. I know graduation is a little different this year, but we are certainly still excited for you and all of your possibilities. We wish you the best with your future plans. Governor Henry McMaster Lifts Restrictions on Attractions Effective Friday, May 22 Governor Henry McMaster today announced that attraction facilities will be permitted to open throughout South Carolina beginning Friday, May 22nd. …

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Modified Executive Orders

FINAL General Re-Opening Guideline – Close Contact (002).pdf FINAL Re-Opening Guideline – Cosmo (002).pdf FINAL_Re-Opening Guideline_Fitness CentersGymsYMCA2 (003).pdf Guidelines for Reopening Public Swimming Pools.pdf Governor further modifies executive orders: At, Monday, May 11, 2020, COVID-19 press conference Governor Henry McMaster announced that starting next Monday, May 18, 2020, that close-contact service providers, fitness and exercise centers, commercial gyms, and public or commercial pools will be able to open in a limited capacity. Close contact service providers include the following businesses: Barber shops, hair salons, waxing salons, threading salons, nail salons and spas, body-art facilities and tattoo services, tanning salons, massage-therapy establishments …

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Advisory: May 1, 2020 Press Conference

Advisory: Governor McMaster’s May 1, 2020 press conference: starting Monday “Work-or-Home” voluntary; outside dining. Please read below for key points on COVID-19 executive orders received yesterday, Friday, May 1, 2020, via email from Governor Henry McMaster’s office following his press conference: “Work-or-Home” voluntary starting May 4, 2020 “Governor Henry McMaster announced that the statewide “Work-or-Home” order will be lifted and returned to voluntary status on Monday, May 4th,” but “strongly urged anyone considered to be “at-risk” based on CDC guidance to limit exposure to others and for all South Carolinians to continue prioritizing their travels between home and work, when …

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Owner Update – Soft Openings Went Well

Shipyard Operations Update-Soft Openings Went Well Courtesy of Your Management Team About the Beach We successfully implemented the soft opening of the beach parking today, and everyone seems to be doing a great job social distancing. Please continue to enjoy the beach, but do everything possible to keep a safe distance especially while using the narrow walkway. As a reminder: Shower facilities are not available and the water has been turned off. The beach restrooms will only be open from 9 am to 3 pm until further notice. All beach-goers should bring their own hand sanitizer, as supplies are limited. The beach …

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