I am honored to announce that I am seeking re-election to the Mount Pleasant Town Council. Serving our community has been a privilege, and I am committed to continuing the work of building a more transparent, safe, and vibrant Mount Pleasant for all of us.

A Record of Results

Here’s a brief list of accomplishments that reflect my commitment to service, transparency, and meaningful progress:

• Transparency in Government
  • Stopped the practice of printing separate agendas for Council members and the public—replacing them with one consistent agenda to increase transparency and reduce costs.
  • Ensured all Council agendas now include links to prior discussions.
  • Introduced AI-recorded meeting minutes for fair, word-for-word accuracy—and faster documentation.
  • Expanded transparency by publishing Town spending online, livestreaming committee meetings, and advocating for openness in all communications.
• Accountability & Fiscal Stewardship
  • Exposed and stopped the 1% sales tax proposal for the Patriots Point district, protecting families and businesses from potential costs in the millions and reinforcing that no process should bypass public input. WCIV
• Education & Recognition
  • Strengthened our partnership with Charleston County School District, unlocking new classroom and field space for students and residents.
  • Launched a Teacher of the Year recognition program, honoring outstanding educators in front of our community.
  • Presented Keys to the Town to Eagle Scouts—celebrating the next generation of leaders. Vote Iacofano
• Recreation & Community Engagement
  • Championed major park improvements like Carolina Park, the Rifle Range Road complex, and the Mugsy Kerr Tennis Center.
  • Pressed for action on key projects—demanding timelines and accountability for the Park West Pool, Rifle Range Road Park, and Tennis Center. Vote Iacofano+1Vote Iacofano
• Infrastructure & Citizen-Centered Permitting
  • Advanced safety and infrastructure projects like the Mathis Ferry sidewalk and flashing crosswalk lights.
  • Responded swiftly to paving and permitting requests from neighborhoods and businesses.
  • Advocated for a permitting process that is efficient, transparent, and supportive—complete with real-time updates and streamlined communications. Vote Iacofano+4Vote Iacofano+4Vote Iacofano+4Vote Iacofano
• Civic Engagement & Community Feedback
  • Conducted a community pulse survey over July 4th, asking residents what they thought about traffic, growth, and infrastructure. Feedback guided smarter solutions—like adaptive traffic signals and preservation-minded development. Vote Iacofano
  • Celebrated All-America City 2023, highlighting Mount Pleasant’s community leadership and innovation. Facebook+2Vote Iacofano+2
• Supporting Local Business
  • Advanced policies and initiatives that make it easier for small businesses to thrive in Mount Pleasant and for the business community to grow alongside the town.

Looking Ahead

Mount Pleasant deserves leadership that listens and delivers. If re-elected, I’ll continue to:

• Build on transparency and citizen access.
• Deliver tangible results in recreation, infrastructure, and schools.
• Ensure accountability in permitting and town operations.
• Promote growth that enhances—rather than erodes—the character of our town.

Join the Campaign

This election is about our collective future. I invite you to stand with me:

• Volunteer your time—help connect our message with neighbors.
• Contribute—fuel the campaign and amplify our voice.
• Share—spread our vision through your networks.

Together, we’ll keep Mount Pleasant strong, safe, and thriving.

Learn more and get involved: VoteIacofano.com

— John Iacofano