Awendaw, South Carolina — May 14, 2026 — The Town of Awendaw proudly announces the grand opening of its newest public park, Town of Awendaw Municipal Park, a vibrant green space designed to bring the community together while promoting outdoor activity, relaxation, and environmental stewardship.

Located at 7804 Doar Road, the park is 292 acres and features a wide range of amenities for visitors of all ages, including walking and biking trails, open fields, and a 60-acre lake. The park also incorporates sustainable design elements, such as native plantings, and is planning ecofriendly infrastructure.

This park represents a major investment in the well-being of our community. It’s a place where families can gather, children can play, and residents can connect with nature right in their neighborhood.

The project was developed with input from the community and the Town of Awendaw Municipal Park Foundation Board, ensuring the space reflects the needs and values of the people it serves. The park is a passive park and was provided by Charleston County Greenbelt funds.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on April 18th, featuring remarks from local officials.

​The Town of Awendaw invites all residents and visitors to come experience The Town of Awendaw Municipal Park and enjoy everything it has to offer.

The Town Council of Awendaw, South Carolina, will hold a public hearing on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Town Hall located at 6971 Doar Road, Awendaw, SC 29429, on the following ordinance:  

• Ordinance 2026-19: An ordinance to amend the Subdivision Regulations division of Chapter 153, Zoning Code, of the Town of Awendaw Code of Ordinances; Subsection 153.305 Zoning District, pertaining to water supply and sewage disposal. 

Anyone who desires to submit written comments may mail them to (PO Box 520), email them to the Town Administrator, Katharine Watkins ([email protected]), or submit them on the website by clicking the ordinance title before 12:00 pm on June 30, 2026. 

The Town Council of Awendaw, South Carolina, will hold a public hearing on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 6:30 PM at Town Hall located at 6971 Doar Road, Awendaw, SC 29429, on the following ordinances:

• Ordinance 2025-45: An ordinance for a text amendment to an existing Planned Development, Awendaw Storage, identified by TMS 661-00-00-029. Amendment to include clarifications to dimensional standards, buffer requirements, and development review procedures. 
• Ordinance 2026-14: An ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 34: Finance and Revenue, for the Town of Awendaw, South Carolina
• Ordinance 2026-15: An ordinance to amend Chapter 30, General Provisions, Subsection 30.090, to separate the financial responsibilities from the Clerk position and to create a new position under Subsection 30.093, Treasurer, to define the Treasurer’s duties.
• Ordinance 2026-16: An ordinance of the Town of Awendaw, South Carolina, to amend Title III: Administration, Chapter 32: Boards and Commissions, Subsection 32.01 Planning Commission to change the monthly meeting from the third to the second Monday of the month.
• Ordinance 2026-17: An ordinance to amend Chapter 153, Zoning Code, Subsection 153.027, R - Residential, to increase the minimum lot size in the Residential Zoning District
• Ordinance 2026-18: An ordinance to amend Chapter 153, Zoning Code, Subsection 153.026 AG - Agricultural General to increase minimum lot size in the Agricultural General Zoning District
• Ordinance 2026-20: An ordinance to adopt the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year General Fund Budget for the Town of Awendaw, SC, starting July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.
• Ordinance 2026-21: An ordinance to adopt the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Water Fund Budget for the Town of Awendaw, SC, starting July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.
• Ordinance 2026-22: An ordinance of the Town of Awendaw, South Carolina, To Amend Title XV: Land Usage, Chapter 153: Zoning Code, Planned Development Division of the Code of the Town of Awendaw, South Carolina, by Amending Section 153.045 and repealing Section 153.046 through 153.050 thereto, and repealing any and all references to Planned Developments within Chapter 153: Zoning Code

Anyone who desires to submit written comments may mail them to (PO Box 520), email them to the Town Administrator, Katharine Watkins ([email protected]), or submit them by clicking the ordinance titles before 12:00 pm on June 2, 2026.

Are you interested in serving on a town board, commission or committee? The Council is currently soliciting applications from citizen volunteers for appointment on the following boards and commissions:

• Board of Zoning Appeals (3 vacancies terms expiring July 2028) 
  • link to the board information by clicking here.
• Municipal Park Foundation Board (3 vacancies terms expiring July 2028)
  • link to the board information by clicking here.

If you are interested in serving on the board, please fill out the Application for Appointment. Once completed, please submit a copy to the Town Administrator, Katharine Watkins in Town Hall or via email: [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, June 2, 2026. 

The council will make the appointment to fill the vacancies during the June 4 Town Council Regular Meeting.   

The Town of Awendaw values equity and inclusion and seeks to appoint board, commission and committee members that reflect the diversity of our community. The Town of Awendaw does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, age, race, color, national origin, religion, military/veteran status, or disability

If you see smoke in the area, please do not be alarmed. Smoke conditions may be visible in our community due to ongoing wildfires in parts of South Carolina and Georgia. Changing wind patterns can carry smoke many miles, even when there is no active fire nearby.

Please do not call 911 to report smoke alone. Call 911 immediately if you see visible flames, a fire, or an emergency situation. Keeping emergency lines open for active emergencies helps us respond quickly when every second counts.

We appreciate everyone’s understanding and encourage residents to stay aware of local conditions.

If you have respiratory concerns, consider limiting outdoor activity when smoke is present. Stay safe, Awendaw and McClellanville.

​According to the National Weather Service, Charleston County is currently experiencing severe drought conditions. A map of these conditions is available here: Charleston County, SC | U.S. Drought Monitor. During this period, we ask all water customers with irrigation systems to reduce the duration and frequency of use. Please irrigate your yard only once a week, for a maximum of 1 hour. This will increase the time water spends in contact with the town's treatment and should improve conditions starting next week. 

Staff have been logging every water complaint received from the town's water operator. If you would like to make a complaint, please call Town Hall or email the Town Administrator: [email protected]. While an immediate response may not be possible, all complaints are being addressed. 

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. The town is dedicated to the continual improvement of our system and the services we provide. 

Town Hall is now operating normally from Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If you need additional assistance during your visit, please call 843-928-3100.