Vote David Cohen for Isle of Palms City Council on Nov 4
Election Day: November 4, 2025
Early Voting Begins: October 20, 2025
Who is David Cohen?
Engineer, husband, father, and longtime neighbor ready to serve our community on City Council.
David Cohen has been part of Isle of Palms since 1981, making the island his full-time home for more than three decades. A retired U.S. Navy engineer with 38 years of problem-solving experience, David has also served over 15 years on the Isle of Palms Planning Commission and stepped up during Hurricane Hugo to help his neighbors rebuild. Alongside his wife Denise, a retired teacher, he raised his family here and remains deeply committed to preserving the small-town spirit that makes the island special. On City Council, David will focus on protecting residents’ quality of life while supporting a healthy, balanced tourism economy.
Platform
Focused on protecting residents’ quality of life while preparing for the island’s future
Qualifications That Matter
A lifetime on Isle of Palms, decades of service, and a proven record of problem-solving.
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40+ Years on Isle of Palms
Resident since 1981, full-time since 1988, homeowner since 1990.
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Experienced Public Servant
15+ years on the Isle of Palms Planning Commission, including multiple reviews and updates of the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
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Hurricane Hugo Relief Volunteer
Stepped up alongside neighbors to rebuild the island after the storm.
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U.S. Navy Engineer
38-year career with the Department of Defense, retiring as Lead Systems Engineer in Data Science and Analytics.
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Faith & Community Leadership
Active member of First United Methodist Church since 1997; served on the Board of Trustees (2021–2024).
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Family-First Perspective
Married Denise, a Sullivan’s Island native and retired Charleston County teacher; raised daughter Emma here.
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Proven Problem-Solver
Led technical teams at the Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic, retiring as Lead Systems Engineer.
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Focused on Balance
Dedicated to protecting residents’ quality of life while supporting responsible tourism.
