Executive Director of Warrior Surf Foundation Endorses Skip Fink

Having known Skip Fink for several years now, I can confidently attest to his unwavering commitment to serving our community. Skip's dedication to supporting veterans and organizations like the Warrior Surf Foundation is commendable.

As a Vietnam veteran and a board member of the Warrior Surf Foundation, Skip brings a unique perspective and firsthand understanding of the challenges our servicemen and women face.

Through his involvement with the Warrior Surf Foundation, Skip has demonstrated his genuine care for our veterans' well-being. He has provided veterans with opportunities to find healing and camaraderie through surfing, empowering them to overcome challenges and embrace life after service.

In addition to his support for veterans, Skip demonstrates a deep understanding of the needs and concerns of our community.

His approach to public service is rooted in inclusivity and collaboration, making him a valuable asset to any organization. Skip Fink's integrity, compassion, and dedication make him an effective and respected community member.

Cheers,

Stephanie Dasher

Executive Director

www.warriorsurf.org

A Top Priority: Long-Term Housing

The erosion of and shortage of long-term rentals on Folly Beach presents a significant challenge due to limited land and a shift towards short-term rentals.  Engaging with some of Folly’s long-term renters, some of whom have been part of the community for over a decade (some even 25+ years!) reveals their unique stories and contributions across various professions, enriching the fabric of Folly. Many are Folly’s Food & Beverage staff, business owners, teachers, artists, volunteers, city workers, flight attendants, filmmakers, and more, and they are being pushed off the island.

I have also extensively researched how over a dozen similar markets nationwide have tackled this challenge with innovative solutions. As your councilman, I commit to address long-term housing and would propose exploring creative ideas such as:

• Advocate for an "Innovative Housing Initiative" (& committee) to study & develop solutions tailored for Folly.

• Incentivizing property owners through creative solutions.

• Explore the City acquiring property & existing structures for long-term housing.

• Facilitating public-private partnerships for long-term rental projects.

• Pursuing government and philanthropic grants and bonds for funding.

• Propose that some of the incentives are passed down as savings to the renter to support affordability.

• Monitoring LTR upkeep standards.

This issue is a top priority for me, reflecting my commitment and passion to serve on Folly Beach council.

Flooding is a Key Issue I Plan to Address

Flooding and street ponding are major issues in our island's low-lying areas and for many residents. Did you know our sea level is expected to rise by a foot in the next decade? I've discussed the “Folly 2050: Planning for Water report” extensively with Dr. Nicole Elko, our local environmental expert and lead author of the report. The city is actively tackling water-related challenges, and I'm committed to supporting and implementing many recommendations from the report. Check it out on the city's website for more details.