The Public Information Office (PIO) serves as a liaison for local, state and national media on behalf of the County.
Mission Statement
Department Functions
The department coordinates press conferences, prepares press releases, and notifies the public about County news and events. The PIO office strives to be proactive and responsive with all important County news to ensure the flow of information is accurate, timely and appropriate.
The PIO office serves as a spokesperson for the County on many issues and handles all media requests for the County’s 44 departments and divisions.
The PIO office coordinates County ceremonies and events such as ribbon-cuttings, groundbreakings, and special announcements.
Social Media and Marketing:
The Public Information Office is responsible for all content on the County’s 15 social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Emergencies/Crisis Response:
The Public Information Office handles all public communication for crisis and emergency response.
Latest News
County, City of Hanahan Holding Ribbon-Cutting for Railroad Avenue Extension
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Tuesday, March 14, 2023) – Berkeley County, in partnership with the City of Hanahan, will celebrate the completion of Railroad Avenue Extension in Hanahan with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on…
Richard Marchand Named Berkeley County Water and Sanitation Director
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Monday, February 27, 2023) – Berkeley County has named Richard Marchand the new Director of Berkeley County Water and Sanitation (BCWS). His first official day in the position is…
County Seeking Public Comment on One Berkeley Comprehensive Plan
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Friday, February 24, 2023) – Berkeley County is seeking public comment on its One Berkeley Comprehensive Plan. An initial draft has been posted for public review HERE. Comments will…
Application Period Opens for Berkeley County CDBG Grant Funding
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Friday, February 17, 2023) – The application period is now open for local nonprofits and other organizations to apply for funding through Berkeley County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)…
Berkeley County Council Approves Opioid Funding for Local Organizations
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Wednesday, February 15, 2023) – At its meeting on Monday, February 13, 2023,Berkeley County Council approved approximately $1.1 million in opioid funding to be distributed to local nonprofits and…
