Results: August 21 North Myrtle Beach City Council Meeting

During the August 21 City Council meeting, six city employees received Longevity Awards. Employees who continuously provide excellent customer service receive Longevity Awards in five-year increments. Receiving the awards were Wastewater Operator “A” Derek Little (25 years of service), Information Services Director Rick Wall(20), Heavy Equipment Operator Patrick Bellamy (15), PSO Fire Lieutenant Justin Domogauer (15) Assistant Finance Director Jamie Baker (10) and Accounting Supervisor Ashley Richardson (10).

           

City Council recognized the North Myrtle Beach Girls 11-12 year All Star Softball Team, led by Manager Shane Carrick, Assistant Coach Don Barrow and Assistant Coach Patrick Bellamy. Team members include Kristin Livingston, Julia Walker, Isabella Bellamy, Isabella Barrow, Macy Prince, Kylie French, Briana Jenkins, Lauren Seddinger, Lauren Hilburn, Aaliyah Earl, Morgan Soileau, and Kara Richardson. The team won all of their District 1 games to become South Carolina Dixie Softball District 1 Champions.

City Council recognized the North Myrtle Beach Boys 9-10 All Star Baseball Team, led by Manager Joe Reaves, Assistant Coach Cary Smith, Assistant Coach Craig Helmecki, and Assistant Coach Mace Watts. Team members include Connor Helmecki, Nathan O’Connor, Mason Cox, Jake Frick, Sawyer Smith, Jack Watts, Campbell Kingston, Rowen Simpson, Brown Reaves, Justin Sheffield, Gabriel Kuznik, and Luke Roupe. The team won all of their Sub-District and District Tournament games to become South Carolina Dixie Youth District 11 Champions.

           

City Council recognized the North Myrtle Beach Mutiny professional soccer team. The Mutiny played its home games at the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex, and considers North Myrtle Beach home.

The Coast FA Mutiny is the highest-level soccer team in Horry, Georgetown and Marion Counties. Coast FA, a local non-profit soccer club, acquired the team in 2015. The team consists primarily of active college stars and achieving local players within the Coast FA youth system. 

The Mutiny participate in the United States Soccer Premier Development League (PDL). The PDL consists of 72 teams competing in four conferences split into 10 regions. This past season, the Mutiny’s record was 10-1-3, finishing first in the South Athletic Division.

Coastal Carolina Associate Coach Kyle Russell is the Head Coach for the Mutiny. Ross Morgan serves as an Assistant Coach and Pat Piscitelli serves as Sporting Director.

City Council approved a special event permit for the Society of Stranders (SOS) Fun Sunday, scheduled for September I7, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. between Hillside Drive and Ocean Boulevard.

City Council approved a special event permit for the Society of Stranders (SOS) Fun Monday, scheduled forSeptember 18, 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., on Main Street between Hillside Drive and Ocean Boulevard.

City Council passed a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Mutual Aid Agreement between the City of North Myrtle Beach and the 15th Judicial Circuit Traffic Enforcement Court of South Carolina. Fifteen other law enforcement agencies in Horry and Georgetown Counties are also parties to the Mutual Aid Agreement. The agreement is for the term of two years.

City Council passed first reading of a proposed ordinance to amend the Barefoot Resort Planned Development District (MJPDD-17-02) as it applies to the Tuscan Sands neighborhood. The proposal is to reduce the rear setback from 20 feet to l0 feet in the Tuscan Sands neighborhood of Barefoot Resort to allow for unheated/conditioned patios or porches that meet specific standards. Homeowners have expressed an interest in building porches or patios farther into their rear yards, but space may be limited because of the 20-foot setback requirement. The 20-foot rear setback would remain for heated or air conditioned living space.

City Council passed first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 23, Zoning, of the Code of Ordinances of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (ZTX-17-06). City staff is proposing a text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to create a new overlay zoning district that addresses setbacks for the construction of decks and porches within the R-3 zoning district.

Specifically, staff is recommending a "floating" overlay zone— the Small Lot Outdoor Living Overlay. The overlay district would exist in the zoning text only, with no initial application to specific properties at this time. When an applicant requests that the overlay be applied to their property, or if the city proposes its application to specific areas of the city, the request would be processed as a typical rezoning application. The Planning Commission would provide a recommendation to City Council as to whether the district makes sense on a case-by-case basis, applying the criteria in the purpose statement.

Average lot sizes of a surrounding neighborhood would be considered when requests are made for application of the overlay within the R-3 zoning district. Prime candidates for the use of this overlay include neighborhoods with a predominance of lot sizes that are at and/or sometimes below the minimum size for the underlying district.

SIx North Myrtle Beach City Employees Receive Customer Service Awards

During the August 21 North Myrtle Beach City Council meeting, six city employees received Longevity Awards. Employees who continuously provide excellent customer service receive Longevity Awards in five-year increments.

Receiving the awards were Wastewater Operator “A”Derek Little (25 years of service), Information Services Director Rick Wall(20), Heavy Equipment Operator Patrick Bellamy(15), PSO Fire LieutenantJustin Domogauer (15) Assistant Finance DirectorJamie Baker (10) and Accounting SupervisorAshley Richardson (10).

We congratulate these employees and thank them for their service to the North Myrtle Beach community!

(L-R in the accompanying photo: City Manager Mike Mahaney, Rick Wall, Ashley Richardson, Jamie Baker, Justin Domogauer, Patrick Bellamy, Derek Little.)

2017-2018 North Myrtle Beach Aquatic & Fitness Center After School Program

The North Myrtle Beach Aquatic & Fitness Center is currently accepting registrations for its 2017-2018 After School Program.

The program is offered Monday through Friday from 2:30-6:00 p.m. for grades kindergarten- 6th grade. Students enrolled will receive support with their homework, as well as snacks, and activities in the pool and gym.

The program is offered to students attending Ocean Drive Elementary and North Myrtle Beach Middle School. Daily, Weekly and Monthly rates are available.

Mondays-Fridays, 2:30 pm-6:00 pm, Grades: Kindergarten– 6th grade
FEE: Member: $50 per week Non-Member: $60 per week
* 50% off for each additional sibling * 10% discount if you pay monthly in advance
*Daily Rates Available. $18 per day per child. Must have set days. Other Discounts do not apply to the daily rates.

Fees should be paid a week in advance. A late fee of $10 per child per week will be charged when fees are not paid in advance.

Registration and payment is required prior to the start of each week your child will be enrolled. The kids will receive support with their homework, as well as snacks, and activities in the pool and gym. For more information call Heather Smith at 843-281-3744 or email at hzsmith@nmb.us
NMB Primary (Now Ocean Drive Elementary)– Bus #9  Middle– Bus # 3

For more information, call Heather Smith at 843-281-3744 or email hzsmith@nmb.us.

August 9-11 "Cops On Top" Fundraiser To Benefit Special Olympics Of South Carolina

What: Cops on Top Special Olympics of South Carolina Fundraiser
When: August 9-11, 2017
Where: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, 1300 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, SC
Details: August 9-11, 2017 -- The North Myrtle Beach Department of Public Safety has partnered with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts to host the Cops on Top fundraising event to benefit Special Olympics of South Carolina.

This year’s fundraising goal is $50,000.

North Myrtle Beach Police Officers will be at Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, 1300 Highway 17 South from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. each day. For a $20 donation a person will receive     one dozen Krispy Kreme glazed doughnuts and a Special Olympics t-shirt. However, all levels of donations are appreciated.

Last year, the North Myrtle Beach Public Safety Department raised $38,047.50 for the Special Olympics of South Carolina, the most successful Cops on Top Krispy Kreme Doughnuts fundraiser anywhere to date.

The Bellamy Team Named to the 2017 REAL Trends America’s Best Real Estate Teams

North Myrtle Beach, S.C.—Aug. 3, 2017—The Bellamy Team of CENTURY 21 Thomas was named one of America’s most productive sales teams as a part of REAL Trends America’s Best Real Estate Teams, the newly issued ranking report produced by REAL Trends and sponsored by Zillow Group.  The Bellamy Team is now a member of the “America’s Best Real Estate Teams,” and ranked number 48 for the state of South Carolina.

REAL Trends America’s Best Real Estate Agents ranks over 12,600 residential real estate professionals solely based on their excellence in real estate sales during calendar year 2016. All production numbers are independently verified by a third-party in order to ensure accuracy and report integrity. “This group of highly successful real estate sales agents represents less than 1 percent of all real estate practitioners in the United States,” says Steve Murray, publisher of REAL Trends America’s Best Real Estate Agents and president of REAL Trends.

To qualify for inclusion, an agent must have closed at least 50 transaction sides or $20 million in sales volume in 2016. For real estate agent teams, the minimum is 75 transaction sides or $30 million in closed sales volume. The individuals ranked in America’s Best Real Estate Agents had an average of 73 transaction sides and an average sales volume of almost $37 million. Teams ranked in America’s Best Real Estate Agents had an average of 144 sides and an average sales volume of almost $61 million. This ensures that only the best of the best are included on the prestigious list.

“The average residential real estate agent in the United States closed 8.6 transactions in 2016 and had less than $1.3 million in sales,” said Murray. “To say that the Bellamy Team is an exceptional team is an understatement. To attain this level of sales is truly outstanding.”

 “I am honored for my team to be recognized on this ranking of the country’s top residential real estate agents,” said Bellamy. “It reinforces the time and effort that we dedicate to the clients we serve. I’m proud of my fellow real estate professionals and grateful for their hard work and commitment.”

Information on those receiving this recognition can be found online at http://www.americasbestre.com  

ABOUT CENTURY 21 THOMAS:

CENTURY 21 Thomas, of North Myrtle Beach, lists and handles sales and purchases of retirement properties, investment properties, primary residences, vacation homes and condominiums. We have over 50 agents--all dedicated professionals committed to the highest level of service and customer satisfaction. CENTURY 21 Thomas is a multiple award-winning company and has been setting the standards for excellence for more than 50 years. For more information, go to century21thomas.com.

©2017 CENTURY 21 Thomas. CENTURY 21® is a registered trademark owned by Century 21 Real Estate LLC. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each office is independently owned and operated. 

North Myrtle Beach Fire/Rescue Personnel to Hold August 5-6 "Fill the Boot" Fundraising Effort for the Muscular Dystrophy Association

North Myrtle Beach Fire/Rescue personnel will hold their annual "Fill the Boot" fundraising campaign August 5 and August 6, 8am-5pm daily, at the entrance to Walmart, 550 Highway 17 North. Funds raised will go to the Muscular Dystrophy Association to help kids and adults with muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle-debilitating diseases live longer and grow stronger.

Mayor and City Council Members and City Manager participated in Municipal Association of South Carolina Annual Meeting

North Myrtle Beach Mayor Marilyn Hatley, City Council-man Bob Cavanaugh, City Councilman Fred Coyne, City Councilwoman Nicole Fontana, and City Manager Mike Mahaney participated in the Municipal Association of South Carolina Annual Meeting held in Hilton Head, SC July 20-23.

A prevailing theme of the annual meeting was one of big cities and small towns finding success by using a variety of diverse strategies and tools to enhance what they already have, instead of embarking on drastic and costly reinvention. This preserves what is good about a community and protects against spending precious resources on impractical goals.

“This theme certainly rings true for the city of North Myrtle Beach,” said Mayor Hatley. “We are made up of four towns that joined together to preserve and grow their beach community identity, and as a City Council we continue to emphasize growth that enhances what is already good and natural about our community. We have been able to avoid the pitfalls associated with pursuing change for its own sake. As a result, North Myrtle Beach continues to experience economic and social success.”

The subject matter of the seminars in which the Mayor and City Council members participated included best practices for redevelopment, keeping residents connected to a city’s vision for the future, emerging new building codes, front line police training opportunities, an update on pending and new state legislation, breakout sessions where elected officials from various cities and towns discussed issues and challenges they face in their communities, human resources challenges in a changing world, information on the upcoming 2020 Census, and more.

The annual meeting also offered an exhibitor showcase featuring products and services designed to enhance a city’s efficiency and effectiveness.

Throughout the annual meeting, 15-minute Tech Talks addressed technology priorities for local governments.

“It’s important that we participate in these networking opportunities,” Mayor Hatley said. “Not only do we have a lot of positive experience to offer to other cities and towns, but they also have a great deal of experience and information that we can learn from and apply here at home.”

Shown left to right in the accompanying photo are City Manager Mike Mahaney, Mayor Marilyn Hatley, City Councilman Fred Coyne, City Councilwoman Nicole Fontana, City Councilman Bob Cavanaugh.

North Myrtle Beach Residents Show Appreciation for Public Safety Personnel

During the July 17 North Myrtle Beach City Council meeting, Seabrook Plantation, Barefoot Resort and other city residents gathered to express their support and appreciation for the service rendered by North Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina and Federal public safety personnel. 

In addition to City Council, also on hand for the occasion were Tom Keegan representing U.S. Congressman Tom Rice, State Senator Greg Duckworth, State Senator Greg Hembree, County Council Chairman Mark Lazarus, County Councilman Harold Worley, Horry County Police Chief Joe Hill, Horry County Fire/Rescue Chief Joseph Tanner, Horry County E-911 Director Renee Hardwick, North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce Chairman Scott Ellis, North Myrtle Beach Public Safety Director Jay Fernandez, and North Myrtle Beach Fire Chief Garry Spain. Seabrook Plantation resident Lawton Dews organized the event and spoke to those in attendance about the pride and appreciation one should feel for public safety personnel locally and throughout the country.

In the accompanying photo, residents applaud area public safety personnel in attendance at the meeting.

Brigadier General C. David Turner Visited North Myrtle Beach July 3rd to Review Beach Renourishment Plans

Brigadier General C. David Turner, Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers South Atlantic Division, visited North Myrtle Beach on July 3 to review beach renourishment plans for the city.

General Turner was visiting the Grand Strand for discussions about the I-73 Interstate and beach renourishment projects.

General Turner is currently transitioning to a larger role in Washington, D.C. and we thank him for all that he has done for the city of North Myrtle Beach and the entire Grand Strand.

Shown left to right in the accompanying photo are City Manager Mike Mahaney, U.S. Representative Tom Rice, Mayor Marilyn Hatley, General Turner, and Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Brad Dean, who organized and hosted the General's visit to the Grand Strand.

Free American Red Cross Heartsaver CPR and AED Course

The North Myrtle Beach Public Safety Department invites you to participate in a FREE Heartsaver CPR and AED course through the American Heart Association on the following dates:

DATES: July 17th, 18th, 21st...
TIME: 9am-1pm
LOCATION: J. Bryan Floyd Community Center, 1030 Possum Trot Road

DATE: July 17th
TIME: 6pm-9:30pm
LOCATION: North Myrtle Beach Fire Station #1, Second Avenue South, across from City Hall

This course is free to the general public. Participants who also wish to receive a certification card will pay a $5 administrative fee on the day of the class. (Cash or Check made out to: GSMC)

Each class is limited to 18 participants so register in advance.

Anyone interested in attending one of the sessions should contact Lt. Nathan Marker either by email at ncmarker@nmb.us or (843) 281-3705.

Enjoy Free 4th of July Fireworks Display at the Cherry Grove Pier in North Myrtle Beach

Enjoy a great half-hour of FREE professional fireworks launched from the Cherry Grove Pier on July 4th, 9:30pm-10:00pm.

The fireworks do start at 9:30pmsharp, so be sure to get there in plenty of time. Expect a large crowd and expect traffic delays entering and exiting the Cherry Grove area.

This annual event is a partnership between the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce and the City of North Myrtle Beach.

"Saltwater Highland Games" Moves to North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex

The 3rd Annual Saltwater Highland Games, formerly known as The Myrtle Beach Highland Games, will be held at the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex March 23-25, 2018.

During two years at its former location, additional elements were added to grow the event, requiring a move to a larger venue and a name change for 2018. Event organizers determined that the expansive North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex is the ideal location for the 3rd Annual Saltwater Highland Games and the many new opportunities it offers.

“We’re excited to welcome the 3rd Annual Saltwater Highland Games to the city of North Myrtle Beach,” said North Myrtle Beach Superintendent of Recreation & Sports Tourism Matt Gibbons. “This event’s record of drawing visitors from 26 states and 5 countries in 2017 will greatly benefit North Myrtle Beach and, ultimately, everyone along the Grand Strand.”

The Saltwater Highland Games is popular throughout the Carolinas and is renowned for its outstanding entertainment, top Celtic musicians, professional athletes, and champion Bagpipe Bands from throughout the Southeast. An exciting array of food, merchandise, souvenirs, and beverages from Scotland and other Celtic Nations will be available for purchase.

“We are excited to be working with the City of North Myrtle Beach and its staff in continuing to grow one of the Grand Strand’s premier events,” said Saltwater Highland Games Executive Director Todd Cartner. “The North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex is beautiful and we feel our attendees will be blown away by the new additions we will be able to bring to our event.”

Among the new opportunities to be added to the3rd Annual Saltwater Highland Games are a 5K Run, a Quidditch Tournament, and a Junior Athletic Competition for ages 13-15 and 16-18.

For more information visitwww.saltwaterhighlandgames.com     

NEWS MEDIA PLEASE CONTACT:

Todd Cartner, Executive Director / 843-492-0515 /todd@saltwaterhighlandgames.com

Tina McCrackin, NMB Director Special Events/Programs / 843-281-3764/ tgmccrackin@nmb.us  

47 Graduate From North Myrtle Beach Junior Lifeguard Summer Program

On June 22, 47 people graduated from the North Myrtle Beach Junior Lifeguard summer program.

 

 

Now in its seventh year, the program is geared toward people ages 10-15 who enjoy the beach and ocean, and who want to develop ocean lifeguard skills. For successful participants, the program can also offer a path to eventual seasonal employment as one of the city's Ocean Lifeguards (age 16-plus).

 

The program is sponsored by the North Myrtle Beach Public Safety Department and is conducted by its Beach Patrol Officers. Several trained and experienced North Myrtle Beach Ocean Lifeguards assist in teaching the program.

 

This year's summer program participants engaged in fun physical exercises that encouraged them to work in teams, build confidence, and learn lifesaving skills. They also received CPR, First Aid, and other training.

 

Starting in January 2018, a Junior Lifeguard winter program will held at the North Myrtle Beach Aquatic & Fitness Center (AFC) .  Registration will become available at the AFC later this fall. 

 

For more information regarding the program, please contact Public Safety Officer May Lauzon, Beach Patrol/Lifeguard Coordinator, at melauzon@nmb.us