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
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 comment on the Annual Action Plan draft…
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,…
Berkeley County Creates Conservation & Greenbelt Advisory Commission
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Monday, March 4, 2024) – At its meeting on Monday, February 26, 2024, Berkeley County Council unanimously voted to approve an ordinance establishing the creation of a Berkeley County…
Berkeley County Government to Hold In-House Job Fair March 21
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Monday, March 4, 2024) – Berkeley County Government is hosting an in-house job fair for open County positions on Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.…
Berkeley County Council Approves $100,000 for Daniel Island School
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Tuesday, February 27, 2024) – At its meeting on Monday, February 26, 2024, Berkeley County Council voted unanimously to approve $100,000 for Daniel Island School to fund handicap-accessible playground…
