Beaufort County Keep Beaufort County Beautiful Board | Thursday August 13, 2026 | 1:00pm

The Beaufort County Keep Beaufort County Beautiful Board held a meeting on August 13, 2026, focusing on various beautification and environmental initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of budget allocations for purchasing branded produce bags ($1,500), shopping bags, billboard advertising ($5,000), and additional plantings ($7,000) to support the board's projects. The board also discussed the procurement and use of insulated bags for outreach, the creation of a mascot animation funded through a USDA grant, and plans for a new website and communication materials. Grant applications for Palmetto Pride and ATAX funds were mentioned, with ongoing efforts to secure funding for environmental programs. The board emphasized the need for purchase request forms and detailed documentation to expedite procurement processes. Motions to approve spending limits were unanimously passed, enabling the continuation of various projects and outreach efforts.