Join us as Isle of Palms LENS Foundation Co-Chairman Kitty Riley chats with host Zach Giroux about their mission to support the Isle of Palms Police Department (IOPPD) and foster positive relationships between officers and the community. Learn how LENS provides recognition for our dedicated officers, funding for advanced training, and vital support for the IOPPD.

Kitty reveals details about the upcoming Isle of Palms LENS Banquet, a major community event benefiting both the police department and the public. Discover the four key ways the banquet makes a difference. This year's event features a special highlight: The "Taste of the Island" Competition showcasing the Isle of Palms' vibrant hospitality industry with delicious offerings from local restaurants. Don't miss this chance to celebrate our community heroes and enjoy a night of delicious food and fellowship!

Get more information about the IOP LENS Foundation and the May 15's 2024 LENS Banquet on the Isle of Palms LENS website.

Jimmy Ward tells host Zach Giroux about his bid for re-election to the Isle of Palms City Council, aiming to bolster the city's budget and address drainage and bus service issues.

As a city council member with four non-consecutive terms and 37 years of experience as a CPA, Ward has a keen eye on the needs of Isle of Palms and is dedicated to serving the city. As a city council member, he introduced a motion to strengthen the city's presence at the State House. He is also focused on IOP's tax revenue.

Join Zach Giroux as he speaks with Jimmy Ward about his plans for re-election to the Isle of Palms City Council.

Kevin Popson is running for re-election to the Isle of Palms City Council. He originally got involved with the IOP City Council, not because he wanted to be a politician, but because he felt as a land developer and home builder he had the experience to help with some of the city's projects at the time, such as the renovation of the Public Safety Building, docks at the Marina, and Isle of Palms' drainage issues. 

Even though Popson is a residential builder he's found that he can use his experience to get things done for the city. In this next term, if he's re-elected, he feels like the elephant in the room is the Short Term Rentals and property rights, although he's also got an eye on staffing the police and fire departments, and finding ways to keep those employees on the Island.

Listen as Popson explains his position on the Short Term Rentals and how it's grounded in owner's property rights.

🏛️ To find more details on casting your ballot in the Nov 7th election including new rules, where to go, and what time the polls are open see https://www.iop.net/municipal-elections.

Listen to more Isle of Palms Podcasts, including upcoming interviews of others running for in the 2023 IOP Municipal Elections.