Upcoming Special Election on SI

Everyone has probably heard the sad news that Sullivan's Island Mayor Mike Perkis passed away on October 7.  Our thoughts are with the Perkis family, and with all who knew Mike as a friend, respected leader and colleague, and fellow islander. Mike's passing leaves a significant void in the Sullivan's Island community. 

Due to this unfortunate circumstance, there will be a special election on Sullivan's Island to fill the office of mayor, as required by state law. The special mayoral election will be held on Tuesday, January 6. The person elected will serve out the remaining 2 and 1/2 years of Mike's term. 

These next couple of months will be filled with thoughts of cooler temperatures, spending more time with family and friends, getting ready for Halloween and Trick or Treaters, planning a Thanksgiving feast, enjoying the excitement of the holidays, and anticipating the arrival of a new year. This year, however, due to the unfortunate circumstances, islanders will also have the added gift of exercising our right to vote.

The person elected as mayor must be an islander who can govern with integrity, fairness, and objectivity. This person must be capable of envisioning an island that speaks to the very soul of our community's history and unique sense of place.This person must be able to lead by recognizing and acting upon the needs and interests of Sullivan's Island residents--first, last, and always.

Be thinking of friends and neighbors who would be good candidates, and encourage them to run. The next few months are critical to the future of our unique island community.

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