FIPOA SECURITY

A MESSAGE FROM CHIEF LOWERY

Dear Fripp Island Property Owners,

I value every opportunity that I get to communicate with you and know that words are important but demonstrated behavior is the best way for us to get to know each other. As such, in the near future I will host a “Coffee with the Chief” where we can be in an informal setting, enjoy some refreshments, and have a good conversation. I hope that I listen more than speak, but what I share with you will always come from the heart. I will get the invitation out to you and look forward to getting to know you, your ideas, and your concerns.

I strive to be prepared for things to come and in anticipation of warmer weather your security team is looking at what we can do make the summer a better experience for all. We know that access to the island, the availability of parking, and the delivery of services are always high on the list. We are looking at what has worked and what we can improve on so the “Coffee with the Chief” meeting(s) will be a great venue for proactive problem solving. I believe that to optimize safety and the Fripp Island experience that your security team and our residents need to be partners. We will work at affirming that relationship in everything that we do.

In regard to a current matter, the racoon distemper outbreak has continued and we will monitor and appropriately remove afflicted animals as needed. Fortunately, there haven’t been any incidents involving injury to residents or visitors, nor have there been any incidents involving our pets. Our resident, wildlife consultant and outside resources such as DHEC and a retired DNR veterinarian and naturalist, have been very helpful and optimistic that we will work our way out of this outbreak. Mother nature often takes her time and we are confident that this outbreak will subside.

Thank you to all who have reached out to me, welcoming me to the Fripp Island family. I consider myself blessed to be here and grateful to serve this community. Let’s enjoy 2022 as it unfolds before us and the best to you and yours as we embrace the winter.

Respectfully,

Gene Lowery, Chief of Security