Krista Swingle for Isle of Palms City Council

Neighbor, 

Nearly eight years ago, my family and I moved across the country to make Isle of Palms our home. For me it was after years of vacationing and for my husband he was returning once again to the Charleston area. Once we had our daughter, we knew this was where we wanted to raise her and moved when she was just a baby. 

My husband and I have been together for 17 years, and we have one daughter who just started third grade at SIES. 

For the past three years, I’ve either attended or listened to nearly every City Council meeting, workshop, and committee discussion. I recently made the decision to take the next step and run for Council, because I see an opportunity to help our city continue to move ahead. I bring both common sense and a data-informed approach to decision-making, and I’m ready to contribute at a deeper level. 

Professionally, my husband and I run a small local property management business and I am a Realtor. My background spans nonprofit work, major infrastructure partnerships, and large-scale events. I was part of a nonprofit effort that secured a 50-year lease with the City of Los Angeles, helping facilitate $57 million in capital improvements from the Harbor Department, with tenants including SpaceX and Boeing. I’ve also worked on live events for automotive brands such as Hyundai, Toyota, and Red Bull. 

I’m hands-on, hardworking, and dedicated to every project I take on. I believe the role of City Council is to be an independent voice for the residents, advocate for their interests, and be transparent and responsive in decision-making. 

I respectfully ask for your support in the upcoming election on November 4th. 

Warmly, 

Krista Swingle

Isle of Palms is special!! ­­­­­Many of us moved here to enjoy the small-town feel, natural beauty, and coastal lifestyle.  Let’s improve where and when needed—but let’s also protect & appreciate what makes IOP home! Government involvement and change isn’t always necessary!

Priorities

1. Safety – Always First and Foremost

We must ensure the safety of both residents and visitors—especially during peak tourism when we see up to 20,000 cars on the island in a single day. 

• Adequate staffing and resources for emergency response

• Retaining experienced first responders

• Ensuring first responders have clear pathways to reach residents during congestion

· Maintaining 2015 parking plan 

2. Beach Preservation

Our beach is not only why so many of us moved here but a key part of our local economy. Sea levels rise and currently at high tide there is limited beach access—especially for families and ­­­individuals with mobility concerns. 

• Continued and proactive beach renourishment

• Collaboration with coastal engineers to explore sustainable solutions 

· IOP contributes significant tax revenue to the state—we need the support returned

• Strong lobbying efforts and local leadership to secure funding for beach preservation and infrastructure

3. Infrastructure Improvements

As a barrier island, we face unique infrastructure challenges and to continue drainage improvements to protect our homes and ensure reliable access for first responders. 

· Improved drainage systems

• Safe, accessible sidewalks and streets

· Undergrounding power lines