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
Berkeley County Auditor’s Office Providing Information on Property Tax Exemptions
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Monday, March 25, 2024) – Berkeley County Auditor Janet Brown Jurosko and Deputy County Auditor Molly Owens-John are reminding the public of critical information about property tax exemptions available through the Homestead Exemption Act. This Act…
Berkeley County EMS Receives $5,000 Donation from 9/11 Heroes Run – Charleston, SC
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Friday, March 22, 2024) – Berkeley County Emergency Medical Services was honored as this year’s first responder agency recipient of a $5,000 donation from the 9/11 Heroes Run –…
Berkeley County to Host Public Engagement Sessions on Greenbelt Program
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Thursday, March 21, 2024) – Berkeley County Government is hosting five public engagement sessions on its new Greenbelt Program. Community members will have the opportunity to share ideas on…
Berkeley County Opens Public Comment Period on 2024 Annual Action Plan
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Friday, March 15, 2024) – Berkeley County is seeking public feedback on its PY2024 Annual Action Plan (AAP), which addresses local housing and community development needs. The public may…
Keep Berkeley Beautiful Receives $10,000 PalmettoPride Grant
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Thursday, March 7, 2024) – Keep Berkeley Beautiful (KBB) has received PalmettoPride’s Keep South Carolina Beautiful (KSCB) Annual Support Grant for $10,000 to help fund and implement initiatives, programs,…