Folly Beach is at a defining moment, with two candidates for mayor who have vastly different visions for the future of our community. Tomorrowโs vote will shape what Folly looks like going forward. Do we remain a community, or do we become a resort? Every single vote is important, and I hope everyone will turn…
Read MoreOver the past few weeks, Iโve had so many great conversations; on porches, at meetings, in coffee lines, and out around the island. Thank you all for your time, your ideas, and your honesty. Youโve helped shape a campaign focused on ๐๐๐ก๐๐ฃ๐๐, ๐จ๐ช๐จ๐ฉ๐๐๐ฃ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐ฉ๐ฎ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ค๐ข๐ข๐ช๐ฃ๐๐ฉ๐ฎ. ๐๐ค๐ข๐ค๐ง๐ง๐ค๐ฌ โ๐๐ช๐๐จ๐๐๐ฎ, ๐๐ค๐ซ๐๐ข๐๐๐ง 4 โ ๐ฅ๐ก๐๐๐จ๐ ๐ข๐๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ฅ๐ก๐๐ฃ ๐ฉ๐ค…
Read MoreGeneral George Patton once said, โIf we are all thinking alike, someone ainโt thinking!โ Truer words were never spoken. But we can all think in one direction and develop different ideas and processes to get to the best answer for the good of the whole. Notice I didnโt say we could come up with answer…
Read MoreIโm deeply honored to have the support of Marlene Estridge, a Folly Beach resident since 1943, who served our city for more than 60 years. Marlene has worked with every mayor Folly Beach has ever had, and her lifelong commitment to this community embodies the very best of our islandโs character.
Read MoreSince my opponent chose not to participate in another candidate forum, I want to take this opportunity to present the facts clearly. Folly Beach deserves fact-based, honest discussion on the issues that impact our community most, especially when it comes to the Short-Term Rental Cap. Short-term rentals (STRs) have been part of Folly Beach for…
Read MoreLike some of you, my initial candidate is not in the runoff, so I am proud to endorse Chris for mayor. In the time that he has lived here, Chris has given more to our community than many residents have contributed in decades. He has shown, time and again, that his commitment to our island…
Read MoreWhat an incredible turnout yesterday. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to talk, listen, and share ideas about the future of Folly Beach. A question that came up several times was whether Iโm open to looking at small tweaks to the Short-Term Rental Cap. The answer is yes. Iโm always open to listening and…
Read MoreWe are privileged to know Chris Bizzell and could not think of a better person to be the next Mayor of Folly Beach. Over the years, weโve seen him show up with unwavering loyalty, a sharp sense of humor, and a heart thatโs as generous as it is genuine. Chris brings a calm strength and…
Read MoreAs a Folly condo owner & full time resident of Mariners Cay/Marshview Villas, I want to help protect Folly Beach. I support the STR cap, which currently includes all pockets of Folly, including mine. It allows condo associations to continue to qualify for affordable insurance rates and allows our tight knit resident communities to thrive.ย …
Read MoreFor me, being part of the Folly Beach community means more than just living here. It means contributing my time, skills, and energy to help keep our island connected, informed, and thriving. I do all of this as a volunteer, receiving no payment, because I believe in giving back to the place we all call…
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