27 Sep 2023
Planning Commission Wednesday, August 23, 2023 can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 16 participants
- 2:15 hours
26 Sep 2023
SOUTHERN LOWCOUNTRY REGIONAL BOARD MEETING - September 26, 2023 at 10 AM
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 9 participants
- 1:19 hours
19 Sep 2023
Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Special Meeting Tuesday, September 12, at 5:00 PM
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 7 participants
- 44 minutes
12 Sep 2023
Regular Town Council Meeting Tuesday, September 12, at 5:00 PM
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 18 participants
- 3:10 hours
7 Sep 2023
Affordable Housing Committee Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 4 participants
- 51 minutes
6 Sep 2023
Historic Preservation Commission meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 18 participants
- 1:32 hours
23 Aug 2023
Planning Commission Wednesday, August 23, 2023 can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 8 participants
- 42 minutes
23 Aug 2023
SOUTHERN LOWCOUNTRY REGIONAL BOARD MEETING - August 23, 2023 at 10 AM
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 13 participants
- 1:42 hours
8 Aug 2023
Regular Town Council Meeting Tuesday, August 08, 2023 at 5:00 PM
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 18 participants
- 1:59 hours
3 Aug 2023
Town of Bluffton - Affordable Housing Committee Meeting Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 10:00 AM
To view meeting agendas visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
To view meeting agendas visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 5 participants
- 41 minutes
26 Jul 2023
Planning Commission Wednesday, June 28, 2023 can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 10 participants
- 1:13 hours
25 Jul 2023
SOUTHERN LOWCOUNTRY REGIONAL BOARD MEETING - June 27, 2023 at 10 AM
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Today's Broadcast is a Re-Broadcast of @cityofhardeevillesc687
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Today's Broadcast is a Re-Broadcast of @cityofhardeevillesc687
- 13 participants
- 1:40 hours
18 Jul 2023
Town Council Quarterly CIP Workshop Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 5:00 PM
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 10 participants
- 1:43 hours
11 Jul 2023
Regular Town Council Meeting Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 5:00 PM
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 19 participants
- 3:59 hours
28 Jun 2023
Planning Commission Wednesday, June 28, 2023 can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 17 participants
- 2:53 hours
27 Jun 2023
SOUTHERN LOWCOUNTRY REGIONAL BOARD MEETING - June 27, 2023 at 10 AM
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 14 participants
- 1:09 hours
13 Jun 2023
Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 18 participants
- 2:57 hours
7 Jun 2023
Historic Preservation Commission meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 18 participants
- 2:53 hours
7 Jun 2023
Historic Preservation Commission meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 12 participants
- 1:15 hours
1 Jun 2023
Town of Bluffton - Affordable Housing Committee Meeting Thursday, June 13 2023 at 10:00 AM
To view meeting agendas visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
To view meeting agendas visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 7 participants
- 49 minutes
25 May 2023
Town of Bluffton, SC Budget Workshop Meeting Meeting AgendaMay 25, 2023 at 5PM
Meeting agendas can be found at https://www.townofbluffton.sc.gov/AgendaCenter
Meeting agendas can be found at https://www.townofbluffton.sc.gov/AgendaCenter
- 8 participants
- 2:03 hours
25 May 2023
Town of Bluffton, SC Budget Workshop Meeting Meeting Agenda May 30, 2023 at 5PM
Meeting agendas can be found at https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Meeting agendas can be found at https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 8 participants
- 2:04 hours
24 May 2023
Planning Commission
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers
Agenda can be found at: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers
Agenda can be found at: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 14 participants
- 1:35 hours
18 May 2023
8th Annual Historic Preservation Symposium -- May 18th
"Preserving the Legacy of Bluffton's Historic African American Churches"
Featuring:
- Campbell Chapel A.M.E. Church
- First Zion Missionary Baptist Church
- St. John's Baptist Church
- The Bible Missionary Baptist Church
"Preserving the Legacy of Bluffton's Historic African American Churches"
Featuring:
- Campbell Chapel A.M.E. Church
- First Zion Missionary Baptist Church
- St. John's Baptist Church
- The Bible Missionary Baptist Church
- 13 participants
- 1:28 hours
9 May 2023
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda May 09, 2023
X. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving the Town of Bluffton Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed
Consolidated Budget – First Reading – Stephen Steese, Town Manager
2. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to Jordan Construction of Hilton Head, Inc. for
Phase 5 of the Buck Island/Simmonsville Sewer Extension Project (Fiscal Impact -
$2,412,559.70) - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
3. Consideration of Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 – Businesses and Business Regulations to add
Division 1 – Local Business Licenses and Division 2 – Business Licenses for Insurers, Brokers,
and Telecommunication Providers to Article II – Business Licenses and Regulations,
Authorizing and Directing the Town of Bluffton to Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement
Relating to South Carolina Revenue Services; to Participate in one or more Local Revenue
Service Programs, to Execute and Deliver One or More Participant Program Supplements, and
other Matters Relating Thereto - Second & Final Reading - Natalie Majorkiewicz, Assistant
Director of Finance
4. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Village at Verdier within
the Village at Verdier Planned Unit Development to Remove a Previously Approved
Residential Access Point on Approximately 124.2 Acres Located East of SC Highway 170 at
Seagrass Station Road - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XI. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee Recommendation for Town Council
Consideration to Include Fiscal Year 2024 Funding to Update the 2004 "Baseline Assessment
of Environmental and Biological Conditions in the May River" – Kimberly Washok-Jones,
Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
4. Consideration of a Resolution to Authorize the Installation of No Parking and Restricted
Parking Signs for Limited Times on Portions of Bridge Street - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director
of Projects and Watershed Resilience
5. Consideration of Approval of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) between the Town of
Bluffton and Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Regarding School Resource Officers and a Crime
Scene Unit - Chief Joe Babkiewicz
XII. Adjo
X. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving the Town of Bluffton Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed
Consolidated Budget – First Reading – Stephen Steese, Town Manager
2. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to Jordan Construction of Hilton Head, Inc. for
Phase 5 of the Buck Island/Simmonsville Sewer Extension Project (Fiscal Impact -
$2,412,559.70) - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
3. Consideration of Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 – Businesses and Business Regulations to add
Division 1 – Local Business Licenses and Division 2 – Business Licenses for Insurers, Brokers,
and Telecommunication Providers to Article II – Business Licenses and Regulations,
Authorizing and Directing the Town of Bluffton to Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement
Relating to South Carolina Revenue Services; to Participate in one or more Local Revenue
Service Programs, to Execute and Deliver One or More Participant Program Supplements, and
other Matters Relating Thereto - Second & Final Reading - Natalie Majorkiewicz, Assistant
Director of Finance
4. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Village at Verdier within
the Village at Verdier Planned Unit Development to Remove a Previously Approved
Residential Access Point on Approximately 124.2 Acres Located East of SC Highway 170 at
Seagrass Station Road - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XI. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee Recommendation for Town Council
Consideration to Include Fiscal Year 2024 Funding to Update the 2004 "Baseline Assessment
of Environmental and Biological Conditions in the May River" – Kimberly Washok-Jones,
Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
4. Consideration of a Resolution to Authorize the Installation of No Parking and Restricted
Parking Signs for Limited Times on Portions of Bridge Street - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director
of Projects and Watershed Resilience
5. Consideration of Approval of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) between the Town of
Bluffton and Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Regarding School Resource Officers and a Crime
Scene Unit - Chief Joe Babkiewicz
XII. Adjo
- 17 participants
- 1:46 hours
26 Apr 2023
Planning Commission
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
Agenda can be found at: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
Agenda can be found at: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 13 participants
- 2:30 hours
25 Apr 2023
SOUTHERN LOWCOUNTRY REGIONAL BOARD MEETING - April 25, 2023 at 10 AM
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
To view this meeting agendas, visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 17 participants
- 1:15 hours
18 Apr 2023
Town Council Quarterly CIP Workshop
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 5:00 PM
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CIVILITY PLEDGE
"We pledge to build a stronger and more prosperous community by advocating for civil
engagement, respecting others and their veiwpoints, and finding solutions for the betterment of
the Town of Bluffton."
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Pertaining only to agenda items
4. WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS
1. Update and Discussion Regarding Sarah Riley Hooks Structure and Conceptual Master Plan
Options
2. Update and Discussion Regarding Oyster Factory Park Event Area Improvements
3. Update and Discussion Requested on Sport Courts at Oscar Frazier Park
4. Update and Discussion Regarding Dubois Park Playground Equipment
5. ADJOURNMENT
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 5:00 PM
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CIVILITY PLEDGE
"We pledge to build a stronger and more prosperous community by advocating for civil
engagement, respecting others and their veiwpoints, and finding solutions for the betterment of
the Town of Bluffton."
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Pertaining only to agenda items
4. WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS
1. Update and Discussion Regarding Sarah Riley Hooks Structure and Conceptual Master Plan
Options
2. Update and Discussion Regarding Oyster Factory Park Event Area Improvements
3. Update and Discussion Requested on Sport Courts at Oscar Frazier Park
4. Update and Discussion Regarding Dubois Park Playground Equipment
5. ADJOURNMENT
- 10 participants
- 1:38 hours
13 Apr 2023
Town of Bluffton - Affordable Housing Committee Meeting Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 10:00 AM
To view meeting agendas visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
To view meeting agendas visit: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 9 participants
- 60 minutes
11 Apr 2023
Wall of Honor Ceremony
Honoring Mary O. Merrick
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 4:00 PM
Regular Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 5:00 PM
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Civility Pledge
“We pledge to build a stronger and more prosperous community by advocating for civil
engagement, respecting others and their viewpoints, and finding solutions for the betterment of
the Town of Bluffton.”
VI. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of March 14, 2023
VII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Lisa Sulka
2. Child Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
3. Fair Housing Month Proclamation - Mayor Lisa Sulka
4. Arbor Day Proclamation - Mayor Lisa Sulka
5. Native Plant Proclamation - Mayor Lisa Sulka
6. Don Ryan Center Update - David Nelems, CEO
VIII. Public Comment
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda April 11, 2023
IX. Communications from Mayor and Council
X. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 – Businesses and Business Regulations to add
Division 1 – Local Business Licenses and Division 2 – Business Licenses for Insurers, Brokers,
and Telecommunication Providers to Article II – Business Licenses and Regulations,
Authorizing and Directing the Town of Bluffton to Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement
Relating to South Carolina Revenue Services; to Participate in one or more Local Revenue
Service Programs, to Execute and Deliver One or More Participant Program Supplements, and
other Matters Relating Thereto - Natalie Majorkiewicz, CGFO, Assistant Director of Finance -
First Reading
2. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract with Southern Palmetto Landscapes Inc. for
Landscape Improvements at the Oyster Factory Park Parking Lot (Fiscal Impact $106,030.47) –
Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
3. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract with Hilton Head Landscapes for Hardscape
and Landscape Development adjacent to the Rotary Community Center (Fiscal Impact
$129,702.54) – Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
4. Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing Initiation of Legal Proceedings Supporting
Construction of Historic District Sewer Extensions - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of
Projects and Watershed Resilience
XI. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of Planning Commission Recommendation for Fiscal Year 2024 Capital
Improvement Program Projects Prioritization - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects
and Watershed Resilience
4. May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee Recommendation for Town Council
Consideration to Establish a Green Space Policy and Program - Kimberly Washok-Jones,
Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
5. Consideration of a Resolution to Affirm the Continued Dedication of the Town of Bluffton to
Fair Housing Principles and Regulations Established by the State of South Carolina and the
United States Federal Government – Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XII. Adjournment
Honoring Mary O. Merrick
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 4:00 PM
Regular Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 5:00 PM
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Civility Pledge
“We pledge to build a stronger and more prosperous community by advocating for civil
engagement, respecting others and their viewpoints, and finding solutions for the betterment of
the Town of Bluffton.”
VI. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of March 14, 2023
VII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Lisa Sulka
2. Child Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
3. Fair Housing Month Proclamation - Mayor Lisa Sulka
4. Arbor Day Proclamation - Mayor Lisa Sulka
5. Native Plant Proclamation - Mayor Lisa Sulka
6. Don Ryan Center Update - David Nelems, CEO
VIII. Public Comment
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda April 11, 2023
IX. Communications from Mayor and Council
X. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 – Businesses and Business Regulations to add
Division 1 – Local Business Licenses and Division 2 – Business Licenses for Insurers, Brokers,
and Telecommunication Providers to Article II – Business Licenses and Regulations,
Authorizing and Directing the Town of Bluffton to Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement
Relating to South Carolina Revenue Services; to Participate in one or more Local Revenue
Service Programs, to Execute and Deliver One or More Participant Program Supplements, and
other Matters Relating Thereto - Natalie Majorkiewicz, CGFO, Assistant Director of Finance -
First Reading
2. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract with Southern Palmetto Landscapes Inc. for
Landscape Improvements at the Oyster Factory Park Parking Lot (Fiscal Impact $106,030.47) –
Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
3. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract with Hilton Head Landscapes for Hardscape
and Landscape Development adjacent to the Rotary Community Center (Fiscal Impact
$129,702.54) – Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
4. Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing Initiation of Legal Proceedings Supporting
Construction of Historic District Sewer Extensions - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of
Projects and Watershed Resilience
XI. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of Planning Commission Recommendation for Fiscal Year 2024 Capital
Improvement Program Projects Prioritization - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects
and Watershed Resilience
4. May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee Recommendation for Town Council
Consideration to Establish a Green Space Policy and Program - Kimberly Washok-Jones,
Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
5. Consideration of a Resolution to Affirm the Continued Dedication of the Town of Bluffton to
Fair Housing Principles and Regulations Established by the State of South Carolina and the
United States Federal Government – Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XII. Adjournment
- 8 participants
- 2:28 hours
5 Apr 2023
Historic Preservation Commission meeting agenda can be found here: https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 4 participants
- 30 minutes
22 Mar 2023
. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. February 22, 2023 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Proposed Prioritization of Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Improvement Program Projects: A request
by the Town of Bluffton for recommendation of approval to Town Council of the FY2024
Capital Improvement Program. (Staff - Kim Washok-Jones)
2. Unified Development Ordinance Amendments (Public Hearing): Amendments to the Town of
Bluffton’s Municipal Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23, Unified Development Ordinance,
Relating to Contributing Resources and Development Standards in Old Town Bluffton Historic
Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda March 22, 2023
District, including Article 3 – Application Process, Sec. 3.18, Certificate of Appropriateness-
Historic District; Sec. 3.19, Site Feature-Historic District Permit; and, Sec. 3.25, Designation of
Contributing Resources; Article 5 – Design Standards, Sec. 5.15, Old Town Bluffton Historic
District; and, Article 9 – Definitions and Interpretations, Sec. 9.2, Defined Terms and Sec. 9.3,
Interpretation of Dimensional Standards. (Staff - Charlotte Moore)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. February 22, 2023 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Proposed Prioritization of Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Improvement Program Projects: A request
by the Town of Bluffton for recommendation of approval to Town Council of the FY2024
Capital Improvement Program. (Staff - Kim Washok-Jones)
2. Unified Development Ordinance Amendments (Public Hearing): Amendments to the Town of
Bluffton’s Municipal Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23, Unified Development Ordinance,
Relating to Contributing Resources and Development Standards in Old Town Bluffton Historic
Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda March 22, 2023
District, including Article 3 – Application Process, Sec. 3.18, Certificate of Appropriateness-
Historic District; Sec. 3.19, Site Feature-Historic District Permit; and, Sec. 3.25, Designation of
Contributing Resources; Article 5 – Design Standards, Sec. 5.15, Old Town Bluffton Historic
District; and, Article 9 – Definitions and Interpretations, Sec. 9.2, Defined Terms and Sec. 9.3,
Interpretation of Dimensional Standards. (Staff - Charlotte Moore)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
- 10 participants
- 2:20 hours
14 Mar 2023
Meeting agenda can be found at: https://mccmeetings.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/blufftonsc-pubu/MEET-Agenda-1fd78579e1904c6bbdefbe8670c4341f.pdf
- 18 participants
- 2:25 hours
2 Mar 2023
I.CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. February 2, 2023
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. Introduction of new committee member
2. FY23 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget Update
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VIII. DISCUSSION
1. 1095 May River Road Update
IX. ADJOURNMENT
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. February 2, 2023
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. Introduction of new committee member
2. FY23 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget Update
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VIII. DISCUSSION
1. 1095 May River Road Update
IX. ADJOURNMENT
- 8 participants
- 58 minutes
1 Mar 2023
Historic Preservation Commission
Wednesday, March 01, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. February 1, 2023 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by Steven Milloy, on behalf of the owner, Ray
Bruen, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application to allow the
construction of a 1-story Carriage House of approximately 576 SF behind the existing
residential structure located at 2 Tabby Shell Road in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District
and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-12-22-017450) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda March 01, 2023
2. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the
owners, John and Lisa Sulka, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application
to allow the addition of a 64 SF roof over an existing porch on the existing residential
structure located at 37 Stock Farm Road in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned
Neighborhood Conservation-HD. (COFA-01-23-017579) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
X. DISCUSSION
1. Discussion Regarding Potential Amendments to the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 23 - Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Relating to Contributing Resources and
Architectural Standards in Old Town Bluffton Historic District (Staff - Charlotte Moore)
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Wednesday, March 01, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. February 1, 2023 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by Steven Milloy, on behalf of the owner, Ray
Bruen, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application to allow the
construction of a 1-story Carriage House of approximately 576 SF behind the existing
residential structure located at 2 Tabby Shell Road in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District
and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-12-22-017450) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda March 01, 2023
2. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the
owners, John and Lisa Sulka, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application
to allow the addition of a 64 SF roof over an existing porch on the existing residential
structure located at 37 Stock Farm Road in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned
Neighborhood Conservation-HD. (COFA-01-23-017579) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
X. DISCUSSION
1. Discussion Regarding Potential Amendments to the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 23 - Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Relating to Contributing Resources and
Architectural Standards in Old Town Bluffton Historic District (Staff - Charlotte Moore)
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, April 5, 2023
- 11 participants
- 1:37 hours
28 Feb 2023
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. NEW BUSINESS
1. Update from Regional Housing Trust Fund.
2. Capital Projects Update: Beaufort County, Town of Bluffton, City of
Hardeeville and Jasper County
3. March Agenda Topics
III. OLD BUSINESS
IV. DISCUSSION
V. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE:
Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.
II. NEW BUSINESS
1. Update from Regional Housing Trust Fund.
2. Capital Projects Update: Beaufort County, Town of Bluffton, City of
Hardeeville and Jasper County
3. March Agenda Topics
III. OLD BUSINESS
IV. DISCUSSION
V. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE:
Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.
- 10 participants
- 45 minutes
22 Feb 2023
Planning Commission
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. January 25, 2023 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Pinellas Drive Offices (Development Plan Application): A request by Jared Thompson of Moore Civil Consulting, Inc., on behalf of the property owner Ken Toskey for approval of a preliminary development plan. The project consists of the construction of three office buildings totaling 12,600 S.F., associated driveways, parking areas, and bioretention areas. The property is zoned Buckwalter Planned Unit Development and consists of approximately
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. January 25, 2023 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Pinellas Drive Offices (Development Plan Application): A request by Jared Thompson of Moore Civil Consulting, Inc., on behalf of the property owner Ken Toskey for approval of a preliminary development plan. The project consists of the construction of three office buildings totaling 12,600 S.F., associated driveways, parking areas, and bioretention areas. The property is zoned Buckwalter Planned Unit Development and consists of approximately
- 19 participants
- 1:57 hours
14 Feb 2023
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of January 10, 2023
2. Special Joint Workshop Meeting Minutes of January 17, 2023
VI. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
2. Introduction of New Employees - Stephen Steese, Town Manager
3. Dominion Tree Trimming Update - Blakely Williams, Dominion Energy
VII. Public Comment
VIII. Communications from Mayor and Council
IX. Formal Agenda Items
1. Acceptance of the Presentation of the Town of Bluffton FY 2022 Audit by Mauldin and Jenkins,
LLC – Chris Forster, Assistant Town Manager
2. Consideration of a Resolution Calling on the South Carolina Legislative Delegation to Amend
the South Carolina Code of Laws Governing Approved Uses of Accommodations and
Hospitality Taxes to Include Workforce Housing as an Approved Use of such Taxes; and to
Amend the South Carolina Code of Laws so as to Increase South Carolina Housing Tax Credits
from $20,000,000 to $40,000,000 Annually - Heather Colin – Assistant Town Manager
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda February 14, 2023
3. Consideration of the Acceptance of University Investments, LLC and Grande Oaks II, LLC’s One
Hundred Percent (100%) Annexation Petitions to Annex Certain Real Properties Contiguous to
the Town of Bluffton’s Corporate Boundaries Consisting of a Total of 86.36 Acres, More or
Less, and Bearing Beaufort County Tax Map Nos. R600 029 000 0014 0000 and R600 029 000
2410 0000- Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
4. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Town of Bluffton FY 2023 Budget to Provide for
the Expenditures of Certain Funds and to Allocate Sources of Revenue for the Said Funds –
First Reading – Chris Forster, Assistant Town Manager
5. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to JS Construction Services, Inc. for the Buck
Island/Simmonsville Phase 6B Sidewalks Project (Fiscal Impact - $354,397) - Kimberly Washok-
Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
6. Consideration of an Ordinance Ratifying a Non-Exclusive Easement Over Certain Real Property
Owned by the Town of Bluffton Consisting of Parcel R610 036 000 1319 0000 in favor of
Dominion Energy of South Carolina Inc. for the New Riverside Barn Park – First Reading –
Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
7. Approval to Authorize a $71,600 Amendment to Contract #2021-30 with Thomas and Hutton
Engineering Co. to Complete Engineering Design and Permitting for the Boundary Street
Streetscape Project (Fiscal Impact $138,800.00) – Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects
and Watershed Resilience
X. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of an Extension for the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of
Bluffton and Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer Authority Regarding Collaboration of Projects
and Capacity Fee Credits – Chris Forster, Assistant Town Manager
4. Consideration of a Resolution to Adopt the Revised Town of Bluffton ADA Transition Plan -
Anni Evans, Director of Human Resources
XI. Executive Session
1. Personnel Matters Regarding Town Council Appointments of Boards, Committees, and
Commissions (Pursuant to Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][1]
XII. Action from Executive Session
XIII. Adjournment
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of January 10, 2023
2. Special Joint Workshop Meeting Minutes of January 17, 2023
VI. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
2. Introduction of New Employees - Stephen Steese, Town Manager
3. Dominion Tree Trimming Update - Blakely Williams, Dominion Energy
VII. Public Comment
VIII. Communications from Mayor and Council
IX. Formal Agenda Items
1. Acceptance of the Presentation of the Town of Bluffton FY 2022 Audit by Mauldin and Jenkins,
LLC – Chris Forster, Assistant Town Manager
2. Consideration of a Resolution Calling on the South Carolina Legislative Delegation to Amend
the South Carolina Code of Laws Governing Approved Uses of Accommodations and
Hospitality Taxes to Include Workforce Housing as an Approved Use of such Taxes; and to
Amend the South Carolina Code of Laws so as to Increase South Carolina Housing Tax Credits
from $20,000,000 to $40,000,000 Annually - Heather Colin – Assistant Town Manager
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda February 14, 2023
3. Consideration of the Acceptance of University Investments, LLC and Grande Oaks II, LLC’s One
Hundred Percent (100%) Annexation Petitions to Annex Certain Real Properties Contiguous to
the Town of Bluffton’s Corporate Boundaries Consisting of a Total of 86.36 Acres, More or
Less, and Bearing Beaufort County Tax Map Nos. R600 029 000 0014 0000 and R600 029 000
2410 0000- Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
4. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Town of Bluffton FY 2023 Budget to Provide for
the Expenditures of Certain Funds and to Allocate Sources of Revenue for the Said Funds –
First Reading – Chris Forster, Assistant Town Manager
5. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to JS Construction Services, Inc. for the Buck
Island/Simmonsville Phase 6B Sidewalks Project (Fiscal Impact - $354,397) - Kimberly Washok-
Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
6. Consideration of an Ordinance Ratifying a Non-Exclusive Easement Over Certain Real Property
Owned by the Town of Bluffton Consisting of Parcel R610 036 000 1319 0000 in favor of
Dominion Energy of South Carolina Inc. for the New Riverside Barn Park – First Reading –
Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
7. Approval to Authorize a $71,600 Amendment to Contract #2021-30 with Thomas and Hutton
Engineering Co. to Complete Engineering Design and Permitting for the Boundary Street
Streetscape Project (Fiscal Impact $138,800.00) – Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects
and Watershed Resilience
X. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of an Extension for the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of
Bluffton and Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer Authority Regarding Collaboration of Projects
and Capacity Fee Credits – Chris Forster, Assistant Town Manager
4. Consideration of a Resolution to Adopt the Revised Town of Bluffton ADA Transition Plan -
Anni Evans, Director of Human Resources
XI. Executive Session
1. Personnel Matters Regarding Town Council Appointments of Boards, Committees, and
Commissions (Pursuant to Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][1]
XII. Action from Executive Session
XIII. Adjournment
- 29 participants
- 2:42 hours
2 Feb 2023
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. January 5, 2023
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. FY23 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VIII. DISCUSSION
1. 1095 May River Road Update, Stephen Steese, Town Manager
IX. ADJOURNMENT
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. January 5, 2023
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. FY23 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VIII. DISCUSSION
1. 1095 May River Road Update, Stephen Steese, Town Manager
IX. ADJOURNMENT
- 7 participants
- 1:17 hours
1 Feb 2023
Historic Preservation Commission
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. December 7, 2022 Minutes
VII. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
1. Election of Historic Preservation Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
2. Election of Historic Preservation Review Committee member.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
IX. OLD BUSINESS
X. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by Ansley H. Manuel, Architect, on behalf of the owners, Brad and Jacki Rechtfertig, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application to allow the construction of a new 2 story Single-Family Residential structure of approximately 2,070 SF and Carriage House of approximately 1,158 SF located at 4 Wild Spartina Street, Lot 42 of the Tabby Roads Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-05-22-016795) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
2. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by Court Atkins Architects, Inc., on behalf of the owner, May River Montessori, Inc., for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application to allow the construction of a new 2 story private school structure of approximately 5,317 SF located at 58 Calhoun Street, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood Center-HD. (COFA-11-21-016057) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
XI. DISCUSSION
XII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. December 7, 2022 Minutes
VII. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
1. Election of Historic Preservation Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
2. Election of Historic Preservation Review Committee member.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
IX. OLD BUSINESS
X. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by Ansley H. Manuel, Architect, on behalf of the owners, Brad and Jacki Rechtfertig, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application to allow the construction of a new 2 story Single-Family Residential structure of approximately 2,070 SF and Carriage House of approximately 1,158 SF located at 4 Wild Spartina Street, Lot 42 of the Tabby Roads Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-05-22-016795) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
2. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by Court Atkins Architects, Inc., on behalf of the owner, May River Montessori, Inc., for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application to allow the construction of a new 2 story private school structure of approximately 5,317 SF located at 58 Calhoun Street, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood Center-HD. (COFA-11-21-016057) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
XI. DISCUSSION
XII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, March 1, 2023
- 12 participants
- 1:37 hours
10 Jan 2023
Regular Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 4:00 PM
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 4:00 PM
- 17 participants
- 2:54 hours
5 Jan 2023
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. December 1, 2022
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. FY23 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget
2. FY24 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget Draft Recommendation to Town Council
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VIII. DISCUSSION
IX. ADJOURNMENT
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. December 1, 2022
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. FY23 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget
2. FY24 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget Draft Recommendation to Town Council
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VIII. DISCUSSION
IX. ADJOURNMENT
- 7 participants
- 35 minutes
14 Dec 2022
Planning Commission
Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda December 14, 2022
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. . CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. November 16, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Ma Daisy's (Street Naming): A request by Daisy's Legacy Holdings, LLC for approval of a street naming application. The project consists of redeveloping 1.85 acres to include restaurant, commercial, and residential uses in four buildings. The property is identified by tax map number R610 039 00A 0235 0000 located at 1255 May River Road within the Neighborhood General Historic District. (STR-12-22-017451) (Staff - Dan Frazier)
2. New Riverside Village, Parcel 7 (Solomon Dentist Office Building) (Certificate of Appropriateness - Highway Corridor Overlay District): A request by James Atkins of Court Atkins Group on behalf of property owner Jeffery Solomon for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness-Highway Corridor Overlay (COFA-HCO) to permit the landscape, lighting, and architecture for a 15,000 square foot office building within the New Riverside Village development. The subject property, identified as Parcel 7, consists of approximately 1.56 acres located at the southeast corner of the SC Highway 170 and SC Highway 46 intersection, and is zoned PUD within the New Riverside PUD and New Riverside Village Master Plan.(COFA-11-22-017422) (Staff – Charlotte Moore)
3. Crowne at Buck Island Apartments (Development Plan Application): A request by Carey Levow of Crowne at Buck Island, Limited Partnership on behalf of the property owner, Buck Island Partners, LLC for approval of a preliminary development plan application. The project consists of an apartment complex containing four (4) proposed 4-story multi-family buildings and associated open space, amenities, parking, and stormwater management. The property is zoned Light Industrial and consists of approximately 10.11 acres identified by tax map number R610 039 000 0180 0000 located at 412 Buck Island Road. (DP-09-22-017188) (Staff – Dan Frazier)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMEENT
Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda December 14, 2022
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. . CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. November 16, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Ma Daisy's (Street Naming): A request by Daisy's Legacy Holdings, LLC for approval of a street naming application. The project consists of redeveloping 1.85 acres to include restaurant, commercial, and residential uses in four buildings. The property is identified by tax map number R610 039 00A 0235 0000 located at 1255 May River Road within the Neighborhood General Historic District. (STR-12-22-017451) (Staff - Dan Frazier)
2. New Riverside Village, Parcel 7 (Solomon Dentist Office Building) (Certificate of Appropriateness - Highway Corridor Overlay District): A request by James Atkins of Court Atkins Group on behalf of property owner Jeffery Solomon for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness-Highway Corridor Overlay (COFA-HCO) to permit the landscape, lighting, and architecture for a 15,000 square foot office building within the New Riverside Village development. The subject property, identified as Parcel 7, consists of approximately 1.56 acres located at the southeast corner of the SC Highway 170 and SC Highway 46 intersection, and is zoned PUD within the New Riverside PUD and New Riverside Village Master Plan.(COFA-11-22-017422) (Staff – Charlotte Moore)
3. Crowne at Buck Island Apartments (Development Plan Application): A request by Carey Levow of Crowne at Buck Island, Limited Partnership on behalf of the property owner, Buck Island Partners, LLC for approval of a preliminary development plan application. The project consists of an apartment complex containing four (4) proposed 4-story multi-family buildings and associated open space, amenities, parking, and stormwater management. The property is zoned Light Industrial and consists of approximately 10.11 acres identified by tax map number R610 039 000 0180 0000 located at 412 Buck Island Road. (DP-09-22-017188) (Staff – Dan Frazier)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMEENT
- 13 participants
- 1:43 hours
13 Dec 2022
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Executive Session
1. Personnel Matters Regarding Town Council Appointments of Boards, Committees, and
Commissions (Pursuant to Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][1])
2. Personnel Matters Relating to Town Manager Review (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information
Act 30-4-70[a][2])
VI. Action from Executive Session
VII. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of November 8, 2022
2. Special Meeting Minutes of November 29, 2022
VIII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Presentation of Awards for Christmas Parade Winners - Mayor Sulka
2. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
3. Presentation from Historic Bluffton Foundation - Kate Creech, Interim Executive Director
4. Proclamation in Support of National Impaired Driving Prevention Month - Mayor Sulka
5. Annual Update from Bluffton Police Department's Mental Advocate - Hannah Anderson
IX. Public Comment
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda December 13, 2022
X. Communications from Mayor and Council
XI. Public Hearing & Final Reading
1. Consideration of an Ordinance to Amend the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances Chapter 23
- Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 - Design Standard, Sec. 5.8.3, Lot and Building
Standards, Table 5.8.3.A (Lot Types by District) and Table 5.8.3.B (Lot Standards) - Public
Hearing and Second Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
2. Consideration of a Request by Palmetto Bluff Development, LLC for a Fifth Amendment to the
Palmetto Bluff Development Agreement to Provide for a Second Dry Stack Boat Storage at the
Big House Tract's Anson Marina (DDA-03-21-015139) - Public Hearing & Second and Final
Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
3. Consideration of a Request by Palmetto Bluff Development, LLC for a Second Amendment to
the Palmetto Bluff Concept Plan to Provide for a Second Dry Stack Boat Storage at the Big
House Tract's Anson Marina (CPA-03-21-015140) - Public Hearing & Second and Final Reading
- Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XII. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Midpoint at New
Riverside Consisting of +/- 253 Acres of Land Located on New Riverside Road and Zoned New
Riverside Planned Unit Development, Kevin Icard – Director of Growth Management
2. Consideration of Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Funding Recommendations for
Quarter Ending September 30, 2022 - Natalie Majorkiewicz, Assistant Director of Finance
3. Consideration of Approval of a Contract for Body Cameras for the Bluffton Police Department
- Interim Chief of Police Scott Chandler
4. Consideration of a Resolution to Encourage the South Carolina General Assembly to Adopt
H.3620, "Clementa C. Pinckney Hate Crime Act" - Stephen Steese, Town Manager
XIII. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of Adoption of 2023 Town Council Regular and Workshop Meeting Schedules –
Kimberly Gammon, Town Clerk
XIV. Adjournment
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Executive Session
1. Personnel Matters Regarding Town Council Appointments of Boards, Committees, and
Commissions (Pursuant to Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][1])
2. Personnel Matters Relating to Town Manager Review (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information
Act 30-4-70[a][2])
VI. Action from Executive Session
VII. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of November 8, 2022
2. Special Meeting Minutes of November 29, 2022
VIII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Presentation of Awards for Christmas Parade Winners - Mayor Sulka
2. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
3. Presentation from Historic Bluffton Foundation - Kate Creech, Interim Executive Director
4. Proclamation in Support of National Impaired Driving Prevention Month - Mayor Sulka
5. Annual Update from Bluffton Police Department's Mental Advocate - Hannah Anderson
IX. Public Comment
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda December 13, 2022
X. Communications from Mayor and Council
XI. Public Hearing & Final Reading
1. Consideration of an Ordinance to Amend the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances Chapter 23
- Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 - Design Standard, Sec. 5.8.3, Lot and Building
Standards, Table 5.8.3.A (Lot Types by District) and Table 5.8.3.B (Lot Standards) - Public
Hearing and Second Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
2. Consideration of a Request by Palmetto Bluff Development, LLC for a Fifth Amendment to the
Palmetto Bluff Development Agreement to Provide for a Second Dry Stack Boat Storage at the
Big House Tract's Anson Marina (DDA-03-21-015139) - Public Hearing & Second and Final
Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
3. Consideration of a Request by Palmetto Bluff Development, LLC for a Second Amendment to
the Palmetto Bluff Concept Plan to Provide for a Second Dry Stack Boat Storage at the Big
House Tract's Anson Marina (CPA-03-21-015140) - Public Hearing & Second and Final Reading
- Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XII. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Midpoint at New
Riverside Consisting of +/- 253 Acres of Land Located on New Riverside Road and Zoned New
Riverside Planned Unit Development, Kevin Icard – Director of Growth Management
2. Consideration of Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Funding Recommendations for
Quarter Ending September 30, 2022 - Natalie Majorkiewicz, Assistant Director of Finance
3. Consideration of Approval of a Contract for Body Cameras for the Bluffton Police Department
- Interim Chief of Police Scott Chandler
4. Consideration of a Resolution to Encourage the South Carolina General Assembly to Adopt
H.3620, "Clementa C. Pinckney Hate Crime Act" - Stephen Steese, Town Manager
XIII. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of Adoption of 2023 Town Council Regular and Workshop Meeting Schedules –
Kimberly Gammon, Town Clerk
XIV. Adjournment
- 21 participants
- 3:46 hours
16 Nov 2022
Planning Commission
November 16, 2022
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. October 26, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Big Blue Marble Academy Bluffton (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by 814 Services, LLC for approval of a preliminary development plan application. The project proposes the construction of a +/-12,130 sq. ft. childcare facility. The property is zoned Jones Estate Planned Unit Development and consists of approximately a 1.50-acre portion of tax map number R614 028 000 5215 0000 located at the intersection of Mill Creek Boulevard and Okatie Highway within the Cypress Ridge Master Plan. (DP-07-22-016969) (Staff – Jordan Holloway)
2. New Riverside Village Parcel 7 (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by Brian Searcy of Core States Group on behalf of the property owner, Solomon Property Holdings SC, LLC for approval of a preliminary development plan application. The project consists of a two-story, 15,000 sq. ft. medical office building and supporting parking. The property is zoned New Riverside Planned Unit Development and consists of approximately 1.56 acres identified by tax map number R610 036 000 3214 0000 located along New Riverside Village Way and Parkside Commons within the New Riverside Village Master Plan. (DP-07-22-017024) (Staff –Jordan Holloway)
3. New York City Pizza at May River Crossing (Certificate of Appropriateness - Highway Corridor Overlay): A request by STAX Building & Development, on behalf of the owners, PR II May River Crossing for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness - Highway Corridor Overlay District application. The site is an existing commercial structure which has proposed a tenant upfit to include a 290 SF addition on the front of the structure facing SC Highway 170 and a modified right side elevation to include a roll-up door to and counter for outdoor seating. The property is located on the primary parcel of the May River Crossing Development, identified by tax map number R610 036 000 0386 0000 and is the outbuilding on SC Highway 170 nearest the traffic circle. It is zoned Jones Estate PUD and is within the May River Crossing
Master Planned area. (COFA-11-22-017371) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
4. River Dog Brewing Co. (Certificate of Appropriateness - Highway Corridor Overlay): A request by Dan Keefer, on behalf of the owners, Michael Bradley Holdings, LLC for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HCO for a 5.18 acre development consisting of +/-20,000 square foot production brewery, +/-30,000 square foot space allocated to restaurant tenants, retail tenants, business offices, and a tasting room and the associated parking, driveways, lighting and landscaping. The property is identified by tax map numbers R610-039-000-0021-0000, R610-039-000-0756-0000, R610-039-000-0757-0000 and is located adjacent to May River Road (SC Highway 46), Buck Island Road and Jennifer Court. It falls within the Town of Bluffton Highway Corridor Overlay District, and is zoned Neighborhood Core. (COFA-08-22-017145) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
5. Adoption of 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Dates: (Staff - Jordan Holloway)
6. Adoption of 2023 Development Review Committee Meeting Dates: (Staff - Jordan Holloway)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
November 16, 2022
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. October 26, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Big Blue Marble Academy Bluffton (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by 814 Services, LLC for approval of a preliminary development plan application. The project proposes the construction of a +/-12,130 sq. ft. childcare facility. The property is zoned Jones Estate Planned Unit Development and consists of approximately a 1.50-acre portion of tax map number R614 028 000 5215 0000 located at the intersection of Mill Creek Boulevard and Okatie Highway within the Cypress Ridge Master Plan. (DP-07-22-016969) (Staff – Jordan Holloway)
2. New Riverside Village Parcel 7 (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by Brian Searcy of Core States Group on behalf of the property owner, Solomon Property Holdings SC, LLC for approval of a preliminary development plan application. The project consists of a two-story, 15,000 sq. ft. medical office building and supporting parking. The property is zoned New Riverside Planned Unit Development and consists of approximately 1.56 acres identified by tax map number R610 036 000 3214 0000 located along New Riverside Village Way and Parkside Commons within the New Riverside Village Master Plan. (DP-07-22-017024) (Staff –Jordan Holloway)
3. New York City Pizza at May River Crossing (Certificate of Appropriateness - Highway Corridor Overlay): A request by STAX Building & Development, on behalf of the owners, PR II May River Crossing for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness - Highway Corridor Overlay District application. The site is an existing commercial structure which has proposed a tenant upfit to include a 290 SF addition on the front of the structure facing SC Highway 170 and a modified right side elevation to include a roll-up door to and counter for outdoor seating. The property is located on the primary parcel of the May River Crossing Development, identified by tax map number R610 036 000 0386 0000 and is the outbuilding on SC Highway 170 nearest the traffic circle. It is zoned Jones Estate PUD and is within the May River Crossing
Master Planned area. (COFA-11-22-017371) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
4. River Dog Brewing Co. (Certificate of Appropriateness - Highway Corridor Overlay): A request by Dan Keefer, on behalf of the owners, Michael Bradley Holdings, LLC for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HCO for a 5.18 acre development consisting of +/-20,000 square foot production brewery, +/-30,000 square foot space allocated to restaurant tenants, retail tenants, business offices, and a tasting room and the associated parking, driveways, lighting and landscaping. The property is identified by tax map numbers R610-039-000-0021-0000, R610-039-000-0756-0000, R610-039-000-0757-0000 and is located adjacent to May River Road (SC Highway 46), Buck Island Road and Jennifer Court. It falls within the Town of Bluffton Highway Corridor Overlay District, and is zoned Neighborhood Core. (COFA-08-22-017145) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
5. Adoption of 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Dates: (Staff - Jordan Holloway)
6. Adoption of 2023 Development Review Committee Meeting Dates: (Staff - Jordan Holloway)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
- 17 participants
- 2:57 hours
8 Nov 2022
Regular Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 5:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building
Henry "Emmett" McCracken, Jr Council Chambers
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton SC
To view https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/calendar
For questions or comments about current Council agendas and minutes, please contact the Town Clerk at 843-706-4500.
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 5:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building
Henry "Emmett" McCracken, Jr Council Chambers
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton SC
To view https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/calendar
For questions or comments about current Council agendas and minutes, please contact the Town Clerk at 843-706-4500.
- 23 participants
- 3:20 hours
2 Nov 2022
Historic Preservation Commission
Wednesday, November 02, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. October 5, 2022 Minutes
2. October 17, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by William Court of Court Atkins Architects, LLC, on
behalf of the owners, Jeffrey and Leslie Crook for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness
- HD to allow the construction of a new 2.5-story Single Family Residential structure of
approximately 4,866 SF with attached Carriage House 1,135 SF to be located at 6 Shell Rake
Street, identified as Lot 31 in the Tabby Roads Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic
District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-11-21-016502) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda November 02, 2022
2. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by James Atkins on behalf of the owner, Ryan
Williamson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness- HD to allow the construction of a
new accessory structure of approximately 80 SF to be located at 1301 May River, in the
Promenade Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood
Core- HD. (COFA-04-22-016686) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Dylan and Amanda Mingard for approval of a
Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the construction of a new 2-story single-family
residential structure of approximately 3,310 SF located at 41 Stock Farm Road in the Old Town
Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood Conservation- HD. (COFA-06-22-016820)
(Staff - Katie Peterson)
2. Adoption of 2023 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Dates: (Staff - Katie Peterson)
3. Adoption of 2023 Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting Dates: (Staff - Katie
Peterson)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Wednesday, November 02, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. October 5, 2022 Minutes
2. October 17, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by William Court of Court Atkins Architects, LLC, on
behalf of the owners, Jeffrey and Leslie Crook for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness
- HD to allow the construction of a new 2.5-story Single Family Residential structure of
approximately 4,866 SF with attached Carriage House 1,135 SF to be located at 6 Shell Rake
Street, identified as Lot 31 in the Tabby Roads Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic
District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-11-21-016502) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda November 02, 2022
2. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by James Atkins on behalf of the owner, Ryan
Williamson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness- HD to allow the construction of a
new accessory structure of approximately 80 SF to be located at 1301 May River, in the
Promenade Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood
Core- HD. (COFA-04-22-016686) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Dylan and Amanda Mingard for approval of a
Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the construction of a new 2-story single-family
residential structure of approximately 3,310 SF located at 41 Stock Farm Road in the Old Town
Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood Conservation- HD. (COFA-06-22-016820)
(Staff - Katie Peterson)
2. Adoption of 2023 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Dates: (Staff - Katie Peterson)
3. Adoption of 2023 Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting Dates: (Staff - Katie
Peterson)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, December 7, 2022
- 9 participants
- 2:43 hours
2 Nov 2022
Historic Preservation Commission
Wednesday, December 07, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)MINUTES.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. November 2, 2022 Minutes
VII. OLD BUSINESS
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Colleen Lawrence as owner, for a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow the rehabilitation of the 775 SF Contributing Resource, known as 38 Boundary Street, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood Center -HD. (COFA-09-22-017206) (Staff-Glen Umberger)
2. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Robert Breger as owner, for a Certificate of
Appropriateness to allow the construction of a new 1,200 SF Carriage House at 30 Lawrence Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda December 07, 2022 Street, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General - HD. (COFA-07-22-017007) (Staff-Glen Umberger)
3. Certificate of Appropriateness - Demolition: A request by Nathaniel Pringle, on behalf of the owner, Daisy B. Pringle, to allow the demolition of the structure of approximately 884 SF
located at 12 Dubois Lane in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-09-22-017227) (Staff - Glen Umberger)
4. Certificate of Appropriateness - Demolition: A request by Kurt Weinberger for a Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the demolition of the structure of approximately 1,882 SF located at 25 Bruin Road in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-09-22-017228)(Staff - Glen Umberger)
5. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by William Court, on behalf of the owners, Bo
Holland and Susan Soper, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application to allow the construction of a new 2 story Single-Family Residential structure of approximately
2,610 SF and Carriage House of approximately 126 SF located at 6 Wild Spartina Street, Lot 43 of the Tabby Roads Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned
Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-10-22-017241) (Staff - Glen Umberger)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Wednesday, December 07, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)MINUTES.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. November 2, 2022 Minutes
VII. OLD BUSINESS
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Colleen Lawrence as owner, for a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow the rehabilitation of the 775 SF Contributing Resource, known as 38 Boundary Street, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood Center -HD. (COFA-09-22-017206) (Staff-Glen Umberger)
2. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Robert Breger as owner, for a Certificate of
Appropriateness to allow the construction of a new 1,200 SF Carriage House at 30 Lawrence Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda December 07, 2022 Street, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General - HD. (COFA-07-22-017007) (Staff-Glen Umberger)
3. Certificate of Appropriateness - Demolition: A request by Nathaniel Pringle, on behalf of the owner, Daisy B. Pringle, to allow the demolition of the structure of approximately 884 SF
located at 12 Dubois Lane in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-09-22-017227) (Staff - Glen Umberger)
4. Certificate of Appropriateness - Demolition: A request by Kurt Weinberger for a Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the demolition of the structure of approximately 1,882 SF located at 25 Bruin Road in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-09-22-017228)(Staff - Glen Umberger)
5. Certificate of Appropriateness. A request by William Court, on behalf of the owners, Bo
Holland and Susan Soper, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness – HD application to allow the construction of a new 2 story Single-Family Residential structure of approximately
2,610 SF and Carriage House of approximately 126 SF located at 6 Wild Spartina Street, Lot 43 of the Tabby Roads Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned
Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-10-22-017241) (Staff - Glen Umberger)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
- 14 participants
- 1:21 hours
26 Oct 2022
Planning Commission
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at 6:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. September 28, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Indigo Cove Townhomes (Street Naming): A request by Heath Duncan of Ward Edwards, on
behalf of PKP Group, LLC for approval of a street naming application. The project consists of
84 townhome lots and associated infrastructure. The property is identified by tax map
number R610 031 000 0002 0000 and consists of 23.8 acres at the northeast corner of Buck
Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda October 26, 2022
Island Road and Bluffton Parkway within the Residential General Zoning District. (STR-09-22-
017192) (Staff - Jordan Holloway)
2. 41 Calhoun Street (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by Randolph Stewart on behalf
of Windsong Investments, LLC for approval of a development plan. The project consists of a
renovation/re-model and additions to the existing structure to create a "walk-up restaurant",
a "carry-out restaurant", retail space with a covered patio/courtyard, and associated parking.
The property is zoned Neighborhood center-HD and consists of approximately .32 acres
identified by tax map numbers R610 039 00A 094A 0000 located 41 Calhoun Street. (DP-01-
21-014926) (Staff - Jordan Holloway)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at 6:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. September 28, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Indigo Cove Townhomes (Street Naming): A request by Heath Duncan of Ward Edwards, on
behalf of PKP Group, LLC for approval of a street naming application. The project consists of
84 townhome lots and associated infrastructure. The property is identified by tax map
number R610 031 000 0002 0000 and consists of 23.8 acres at the northeast corner of Buck
Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda October 26, 2022
Island Road and Bluffton Parkway within the Residential General Zoning District. (STR-09-22-
017192) (Staff - Jordan Holloway)
2. 41 Calhoun Street (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by Randolph Stewart on behalf
of Windsong Investments, LLC for approval of a development plan. The project consists of a
renovation/re-model and additions to the existing structure to create a "walk-up restaurant",
a "carry-out restaurant", retail space with a covered patio/courtyard, and associated parking.
The property is zoned Neighborhood center-HD and consists of approximately .32 acres
identified by tax map numbers R610 039 00A 094A 0000 located 41 Calhoun Street. (DP-01-
21-014926) (Staff - Jordan Holloway)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
- 12 participants
- 1:10 hours
18 Oct 2022
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Pertaining only to agenda items
3. WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS
1. Discussion and Update of Proposed Conceptual Plans for Improvements of the Next Phase of
Oscar Frazier Park Field of Dreams and other Town Park Improvements
2. Discussion Regarding Potential Pedestrian Safety Improvements to Include Lowering Speed
Limits, Crosswalk Improvements, Lighting Options, and Signage
4. ADJOURNMENT
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Pertaining only to agenda items
3. WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS
1. Discussion and Update of Proposed Conceptual Plans for Improvements of the Next Phase of
Oscar Frazier Park Field of Dreams and other Town Park Improvements
2. Discussion Regarding Potential Pedestrian Safety Improvements to Include Lowering Speed
Limits, Crosswalk Improvements, Lighting Options, and Signage
4. ADJOURNMENT
- 10 participants
- 1:28 hours
17 Oct 2022
Historic Preservation Commission - Special Meeting
Monday, October 17, 2022 at 6:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the owner
Billy Watterson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness-HD to allow the reassembly
and rehabilitation of the 1,186 SF Contributing Resource known as the Deer Tongue
Warehouse with the existing 378 SF front porch, and the construction of a rear addition of
approximately 348 SF to the structure located at 1255 May River Road (Tax Parcel R610-039-
00A-0235-0000) in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-
HD. (COFA-06-22-0165821) (Staff-Glen Umberger)
IX. NEW BUSINESS
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission - Special Meeting Agenda October 17, 2022
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Monday, October 17, 2022 at 6:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the owner
Billy Watterson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness-HD to allow the reassembly
and rehabilitation of the 1,186 SF Contributing Resource known as the Deer Tongue
Warehouse with the existing 378 SF front porch, and the construction of a rear addition of
approximately 348 SF to the structure located at 1255 May River Road (Tax Parcel R610-039-
00A-0235-0000) in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-
HD. (COFA-06-22-0165821) (Staff-Glen Umberger)
IX. NEW BUSINESS
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission - Special Meeting Agenda October 17, 2022
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
- 14 participants
- 1:46 hours
11 Oct 2022
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Executive Session
1. Contractual Matters Relating to Municipal Judge Contract (Pursuant to SC Freedom of
Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
2. Legal Advice from Town Attorney Regarding Contractual Matters Regarding Economic
Development and Dedication Naming of Town Owned Property (Pursuant to SC Freedom of
Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
3. Personnel Matters Regarding Town Council Appointments of Boards, Committees, and
Commissions (Pursuant to Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][1])
4. Consideration of Wall of Honor Nominees from the Wall of Honor Committee (Pursuant to SC
Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
VI. Action from Executive Session
VII. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2022
VIII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
2. National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
3. Cyber Security Awareness Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda October 11, 2022
4. Proclamation Recognizing National Planning Month - Mayor Sulka
5. Planning Commission Annual Update - Amanda Denmark, Chairwoman and Kevin Icard,
Director of Growth Management
6. Don Ryan Center for Innovation Update - David Nelems, CEO
IX. Public Comment
X. Communications from Mayor and Council
XI. Public Hearing & Final Reading
1. Consideration of Proposed Amendments to the Town of Bluffton’s Municipal Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 23, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 – Design Standards, 5.15.5,
to Increase the Addition Building Type Footprint, and to Provide a Consistent Height for the
River House Building Type (Secs. 5.15.5.E and 5.15.8.M.) – Public Hearing and Final Reading -
Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XII. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Town of Bluffton Fiscal Year 2023 Budget to
Provide to Carry Forward Unspent Expenditures and Encumbrances for the FY2022 Budget to
the FY2023 Budget - First Reading - Chris Forster, Assistant Town Manager
2. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to Huss, Inc. for the Renovation of the Squire
Pope Carriage House (Fiscal Impact; $1,737,867.00) - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of
Projects and Watershed Resilience
3. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to JS Construction Services, Inc for Phase 1 Site
Development at the New Riverside Barn Park (Fiscal Impact: $3,132,500.50) - Kimberly
Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
4. Consideration of a Resolution Establishing a Public Art Policy – Stephen Steese, Town Manager
5. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Midpoint at New
Riverside Consisting of +/- 253 Acres of Land Located on New Riverside Road and Zoned New
Riverside Planned Unit Development, Kevin Icard – Director of Growth Management
6. Consideration of an Ordinance to Approve an Updated 2022 Comprehensive Plan ("Blueprint
Bluffton") for the Town of Bluffton - First Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth
Management
XIII. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects & Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda October 11, 2022
3. Consideration of a Resolution to Adopt an Amendment to the Bylaws for the Don Ryan Center
for Innovation Board of Directors - David Nelems, CEO, DRCI
4. Consideration for Approval of a Contract Agreement with New Image of the Lowcountry for
Cleaning Services for Town Owned Facilities - Derrick Coaxum, Director of Public Services
XIV. Adjournment
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Executive Session
1. Contractual Matters Relating to Municipal Judge Contract (Pursuant to SC Freedom of
Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
2. Legal Advice from Town Attorney Regarding Contractual Matters Regarding Economic
Development and Dedication Naming of Town Owned Property (Pursuant to SC Freedom of
Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
3. Personnel Matters Regarding Town Council Appointments of Boards, Committees, and
Commissions (Pursuant to Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][1])
4. Consideration of Wall of Honor Nominees from the Wall of Honor Committee (Pursuant to SC
Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
VI. Action from Executive Session
VII. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2022
VIII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
2. National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
3. Cyber Security Awareness Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda October 11, 2022
4. Proclamation Recognizing National Planning Month - Mayor Sulka
5. Planning Commission Annual Update - Amanda Denmark, Chairwoman and Kevin Icard,
Director of Growth Management
6. Don Ryan Center for Innovation Update - David Nelems, CEO
IX. Public Comment
X. Communications from Mayor and Council
XI. Public Hearing & Final Reading
1. Consideration of Proposed Amendments to the Town of Bluffton’s Municipal Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 23, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 – Design Standards, 5.15.5,
to Increase the Addition Building Type Footprint, and to Provide a Consistent Height for the
River House Building Type (Secs. 5.15.5.E and 5.15.8.M.) – Public Hearing and Final Reading -
Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XII. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Town of Bluffton Fiscal Year 2023 Budget to
Provide to Carry Forward Unspent Expenditures and Encumbrances for the FY2022 Budget to
the FY2023 Budget - First Reading - Chris Forster, Assistant Town Manager
2. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to Huss, Inc. for the Renovation of the Squire
Pope Carriage House (Fiscal Impact; $1,737,867.00) - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of
Projects and Watershed Resilience
3. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to JS Construction Services, Inc for Phase 1 Site
Development at the New Riverside Barn Park (Fiscal Impact: $3,132,500.50) - Kimberly
Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
4. Consideration of a Resolution Establishing a Public Art Policy – Stephen Steese, Town Manager
5. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Midpoint at New
Riverside Consisting of +/- 253 Acres of Land Located on New Riverside Road and Zoned New
Riverside Planned Unit Development, Kevin Icard – Director of Growth Management
6. Consideration of an Ordinance to Approve an Updated 2022 Comprehensive Plan ("Blueprint
Bluffton") for the Town of Bluffton - First Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth
Management
XIII. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects & Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda October 11, 2022
3. Consideration of a Resolution to Adopt an Amendment to the Bylaws for the Don Ryan Center
for Innovation Board of Directors - David Nelems, CEO, DRCI
4. Consideration for Approval of a Contract Agreement with New Image of the Lowcountry for
Cleaning Services for Town Owned Facilities - Derrick Coaxum, Director of Public Services
XIV. Adjournment
- 23 participants
- 4:44 hours
5 Oct 2022
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. September 7, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by James Atkins on behalf of the owner, Ryan
Williamson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness- HD to allow the construction of a
new accessory structure of approximately 80 SF to be located at 1301 May River, in the
Promenade Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood
Core-HD. (COFA-04-22-016686) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda October 05, 2022
2. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the Owner,
Billy Watterson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the construction
of a new 3,985 SF 2-story mixed-use building identified as De Maket, which will be in the Ma
Daisy's Porch Development Plan, on the parcel currently addressed as 1255 May River Road,
in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-06-22-
016822) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
3. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the Owner,
Billy Watterson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the construction
of a new 2,936 SF 2-story restaurant building and a 1,200 SF restaurant Carriage House
structure and 120 SF commercial garden structure which will be in the Ma Daisy's Porch
Development Plan, on the parcel currently addressed as 1255 May River Road, in the Old
Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-06-22-016823)
(Staff - Katie Peterson)
4. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the owner
Billy Waterson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow the relocation and
reconstruction of the 1,186 SF Contributing Resource known as the Deer Tongue Warehouse,
the reconstruction of the existing 378 SF front porch, and the construction of a rear addition
of approximately 348 SF to the structure located at 1255 May River Road (Tax Parcel R610-
039-00A-0235-0000) in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood
General-HD. (COFA-06-22-016821) (Staff - Glen Umberger)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. September 7, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by James Atkins on behalf of the owner, Ryan
Williamson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness- HD to allow the construction of a
new accessory structure of approximately 80 SF to be located at 1301 May River, in the
Promenade Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood
Core-HD. (COFA-04-22-016686) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda October 05, 2022
2. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the Owner,
Billy Watterson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the construction
of a new 3,985 SF 2-story mixed-use building identified as De Maket, which will be in the Ma
Daisy's Porch Development Plan, on the parcel currently addressed as 1255 May River Road,
in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-06-22-
016822) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
3. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the Owner,
Billy Watterson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the construction
of a new 2,936 SF 2-story restaurant building and a 1,200 SF restaurant Carriage House
structure and 120 SF commercial garden structure which will be in the Ma Daisy's Porch
Development Plan, on the parcel currently addressed as 1255 May River Road, in the Old
Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-06-22-016823)
(Staff - Katie Peterson)
4. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects, on behalf of the owner
Billy Waterson, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness to allow the relocation and
reconstruction of the 1,186 SF Contributing Resource known as the Deer Tongue Warehouse,
the reconstruction of the existing 378 SF front porch, and the construction of a rear addition
of approximately 348 SF to the structure located at 1255 May River Road (Tax Parcel R610-
039-00A-0235-0000) in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood
General-HD. (COFA-06-22-016821) (Staff - Glen Umberger)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
- 17 participants
- 3:24 hours
28 Sep 2022
Planning Commission
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. July 20, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
2. July 21, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
3. July 27, 2022 Minutes
4. August 2, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
5. August 4, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
6. August 10, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
7. August 24, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda September 28, 2022
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1. Lowcountry Pickleball Club (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by Richard Maggin of
Palmetto Land Associates, LLC, for approval of a preliminary development plan. The project
consists of the construction of a commercial pickleball facility including restaurant, clubhouse,
and covered courts. The property is zoned Jones Estate PUD and consists of approximately
10.25 acres, identified by tax map numbers R610-036-000-0462-0000, R610-036-000-0461-
0000 & R610-036-000-0460-0000 and located at 60 Estate Drive within the Palmetto Point
Commercial Master Plan. (DP-04-22-016582) (Staff – Dan Frazier)
2. May River Montessori (Preliminary Development Plan): The Applicant, Ward Edwards
Engineering, is requesting approval of a Preliminary Development Plan. The project proposes
to construct a new classroom building on a 0.65-acre lot adjacent to the May River Montessori
main facility. (DP-04-22-016574) (Staff - Dan Frazier)
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. New Riverside Parcel 9 (Master Plan Amendment): A request by John Paul Moore of Thomas
& Hutton, on behalf of Pritchard Farm, LLC, for approval of a master plan amendment
application. The Applicant proposes to amend the New Riverside Parcel 9 Master Plan to add
an additional 144 residential lots, resulting in a total of 509 maximum allowed residential lots.
The amended master plan will include the original master plan properties, and an
approximately 49-acre portion of tax map number R610 044 000 0002 0000, all zoned New
Riverside PUD, and totaling +/-293.1 acres located north of New Riverside Road and east of
May River High School. (MPA-07-22-016976) (Staff – Dan Frazier)
2. Consideration of a Resolution to Approve an Updated Comprehensive Plan ("Blueprint
Bluffton") for the Town of Bluffton. (Staff - Charlotte Moore
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. July 20, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
2. July 21, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
3. July 27, 2022 Minutes
4. August 2, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
5. August 4, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
6. August 10, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
7. August 24, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda September 28, 2022
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1. Lowcountry Pickleball Club (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by Richard Maggin of
Palmetto Land Associates, LLC, for approval of a preliminary development plan. The project
consists of the construction of a commercial pickleball facility including restaurant, clubhouse,
and covered courts. The property is zoned Jones Estate PUD and consists of approximately
10.25 acres, identified by tax map numbers R610-036-000-0462-0000, R610-036-000-0461-
0000 & R610-036-000-0460-0000 and located at 60 Estate Drive within the Palmetto Point
Commercial Master Plan. (DP-04-22-016582) (Staff – Dan Frazier)
2. May River Montessori (Preliminary Development Plan): The Applicant, Ward Edwards
Engineering, is requesting approval of a Preliminary Development Plan. The project proposes
to construct a new classroom building on a 0.65-acre lot adjacent to the May River Montessori
main facility. (DP-04-22-016574) (Staff - Dan Frazier)
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. New Riverside Parcel 9 (Master Plan Amendment): A request by John Paul Moore of Thomas
& Hutton, on behalf of Pritchard Farm, LLC, for approval of a master plan amendment
application. The Applicant proposes to amend the New Riverside Parcel 9 Master Plan to add
an additional 144 residential lots, resulting in a total of 509 maximum allowed residential lots.
The amended master plan will include the original master plan properties, and an
approximately 49-acre portion of tax map number R610 044 000 0002 0000, all zoned New
Riverside PUD, and totaling +/-293.1 acres located north of New Riverside Road and east of
May River High School. (MPA-07-22-016976) (Staff – Dan Frazier)
2. Consideration of a Resolution to Approve an Updated Comprehensive Plan ("Blueprint
Bluffton") for the Town of Bluffton. (Staff - Charlotte Moore
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
- 21 participants
- 2:15 hours
13 Sep 2022
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of August 9, 2022
VI. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Presentation of the Hilton Head Island Bluffton Chamber of Commerce FY22 Quarterly Report
- Ariana Pernice, Hilton Head Island Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
2. Beaufort County Transportation Update - Eric Claussen, P.E., Director of Engineering, Beaufort
County
VII. Public Comment
VIII. Communications from Mayor and Council
IX. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Funding Recommendations for
Quarter Ending June 30, 2022 - Natalie Majorkiewicz, Assistant Director of Finance
2. Consideration of an Intergovernmental Agreement Between Beaufort County, Jasper County,
Town of Bluffton, Town of Hilton Head Island, City of Hardeeville, Town of Port Royal, City of
Beaufort, and Town of Yemassee to create a Regional Housing Trust Fund – Stephen Steese,
Town Manager
3. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4
– Animals – Second and Final Reading - Heather Colin, Assistant Town Manager
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda September 13, 2022
4. Consideration of Proposed Amendments to the Town of Bluffton’s Municipal Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 23, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 – Design Standards, 5.15.5,
to Increase the Additional Building Type Footprint, and to Provide a Consistent Height for the
River House Building Type (Secs. 5.15.5.E and 5.15.8.M.) – First Reading – Kevin Icard, Director
of Growth Management
5. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to JS Construction Services Inc. for Site
Development of the Parking Area at Oyster Factory Park (Fiscal Impact: $550,351.60) -
Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
6. Approval to Authorize a Landscape Architectural Contract to Wood and Partners for
Landscape Architectural, Engineering and Architectural Services for the New Riverside Barn
Park Playground (Fiscal Impact: $164,400.00) - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects
and Watershed Resilience
7. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Cypress Ridge within the
Jones Estate Planned Unit Development for Additional Roads and Service Lanes to the
Commercial Village area of Mill Creek for Future Development of 29 Attached Residential
Units on Approximately 1,412 Acres Located on SC Highway 170 - Kevin Icard, Director of
Growth Management
8. Approval to Authorize a Task Authorization to Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood, Inc. for Engineering
Services to Implement May River Watershed Action Plan Update Recommendations (Fiscal
Impact: $202,690.00) - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
X. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects & Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of a Resolution for Financing Contract for Capital Equipment - Chris Forster,
Assistant Town Manager
4. Consideration of an Amendment to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement (IGA) between
Beaufort County Animal Services and the Town of Bluffton, SC - Heather Colin, Assistant Town
Manager
XI. Adjournment
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of August 9, 2022
VI. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Presentation of the Hilton Head Island Bluffton Chamber of Commerce FY22 Quarterly Report
- Ariana Pernice, Hilton Head Island Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
2. Beaufort County Transportation Update - Eric Claussen, P.E., Director of Engineering, Beaufort
County
VII. Public Comment
VIII. Communications from Mayor and Council
IX. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Funding Recommendations for
Quarter Ending June 30, 2022 - Natalie Majorkiewicz, Assistant Director of Finance
2. Consideration of an Intergovernmental Agreement Between Beaufort County, Jasper County,
Town of Bluffton, Town of Hilton Head Island, City of Hardeeville, Town of Port Royal, City of
Beaufort, and Town of Yemassee to create a Regional Housing Trust Fund – Stephen Steese,
Town Manager
3. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4
– Animals – Second and Final Reading - Heather Colin, Assistant Town Manager
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda September 13, 2022
4. Consideration of Proposed Amendments to the Town of Bluffton’s Municipal Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 23, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 – Design Standards, 5.15.5,
to Increase the Additional Building Type Footprint, and to Provide a Consistent Height for the
River House Building Type (Secs. 5.15.5.E and 5.15.8.M.) – First Reading – Kevin Icard, Director
of Growth Management
5. Approval to Authorize a Construction Contract to JS Construction Services Inc. for Site
Development of the Parking Area at Oyster Factory Park (Fiscal Impact: $550,351.60) -
Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
6. Approval to Authorize a Landscape Architectural Contract to Wood and Partners for
Landscape Architectural, Engineering and Architectural Services for the New Riverside Barn
Park Playground (Fiscal Impact: $164,400.00) - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects
and Watershed Resilience
7. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Cypress Ridge within the
Jones Estate Planned Unit Development for Additional Roads and Service Lanes to the
Commercial Village area of Mill Creek for Future Development of 29 Attached Residential
Units on Approximately 1,412 Acres Located on SC Highway 170 - Kevin Icard, Director of
Growth Management
8. Approval to Authorize a Task Authorization to Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood, Inc. for Engineering
Services to Implement May River Watershed Action Plan Update Recommendations (Fiscal
Impact: $202,690.00) - Kimberly Washok-Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
X. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects & Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of a Resolution for Financing Contract for Capital Equipment - Chris Forster,
Assistant Town Manager
4. Consideration of an Amendment to the Intergovernmental Services Agreement (IGA) between
Beaufort County Animal Services and the Town of Bluffton, SC - Heather Colin, Assistant Town
Manager
XI. Adjournment
- 25 participants
- 2:48 hours
7 Sep 2022
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. August 3, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by William Court of Court Atkins Architects, LLC, on
behalf of the owners, Jeffrey and Leslie Crook for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness
- HD to allow the construction of a new 2.5-story Single Family Residential structure of
approximately 4,866 SF with attached Carriage House 1,135 SF to be located at 6 Shell Rake
Street, identified as Lot 31 in the Tabby Roads Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic
District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-11-21-016079) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda September 07, 2022
2. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Kathleen Duncan, on behalf of the owners,
Suzanne and Franco Sirkin, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the
addition of an outdoor shower and deck of approximately 102 SF on the existing single-family
residential structure of approximately 2,578 SF located at 5774 Yaupon Road, Lot 17A in the
Stock Farm Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood
General-HD. (COFA-06-22-016935) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
3. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects for approval of a
Certificate of Appropriateness to allow the renovation and reconstruction of a 546 square foot
single-family residence and Contributing Resource (Corinne Heyward Home) located at 3
Wharf Street, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD.
(COFA-05-22-016741) (Staff - Glen Umberger)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, October 5, 2022
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in
speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your
name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3)
MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. August 3, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by William Court of Court Atkins Architects, LLC, on
behalf of the owners, Jeffrey and Leslie Crook for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness
- HD to allow the construction of a new 2.5-story Single Family Residential structure of
approximately 4,866 SF with attached Carriage House 1,135 SF to be located at 6 Shell Rake
Street, identified as Lot 31 in the Tabby Roads Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic
District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD. (COFA-11-21-016079) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Agenda September 07, 2022
2. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Kathleen Duncan, on behalf of the owners,
Suzanne and Franco Sirkin, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness - HD to allow the
addition of an outdoor shower and deck of approximately 102 SF on the existing single-family
residential structure of approximately 2,578 SF located at 5774 Yaupon Road, Lot 17A in the
Stock Farm Development, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood
General-HD. (COFA-06-22-016935) (Staff - Katie Peterson)
3. Certificate of Appropriateness: A request by Pearce Scott Architects for approval of a
Certificate of Appropriateness to allow the renovation and reconstruction of a 546 square foot
single-family residence and Contributing Resource (Corinne Heyward Home) located at 3
Wharf Street, in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD.
(COFA-05-22-016741) (Staff - Glen Umberger)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, October 5, 2022
- 16 participants
- 2:53 hours
9 Aug 2022
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Executive Session
1. Discussions Relating to Negotiations and Contractual Arrangements for Proposed Land
Acquisition in Old Town, May River Road, Jones Estate, Bluffton Parkway, and Buckwalter
Commons (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
2. Legal Advice Regarding the Intergovernmental Agreement with Beaufort County for the
Collection of Development Impact Fees (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4- 70[a][2])
3. Personnel Matters Relating to Town of Bluffton Police Department (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70[a][1])
4. Personnel Matters Relating to a Continuation of the Town Manager’s Annual Review
(Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 3-4-70 [a][1])
VI. Action from Executive Session
VII. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of July 12, 2022
VIII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Introduction of New Employees and Recognition of Promotions
2. USCB Sand Shark Welcome Week Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
3. Presentation Regarding the Beaufort County Greenspace Referendum - Senator Tom Davis
IX. Public Comment
X. Communications from Mayor and Council
XI. Public Hearing & Final Reading
1. Consideration of an Ordinance to Amend the Town of Bluffton Redevelopment as it Relates to the Tax Increment Finance (TIF) - Public Hearing and Second and Final Reading - Heather Colin, Assistant Town Manager
2. Consideration of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of a Not to Exceed
$10,000,000 Tax Increment Bond, Series 2022, or Such Other Appropriate Series Designation – Public Hearing and Second and Final Reading – Frannie Heizer, Burr Forman
XII. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Buckwalter Community Park Master Plan Consisting of +/- 142.91 Acres of Land Located along the Western Side of Buckwalter Parkway and Zoned Buckwalter Planned Unit Development - Kevin Icard, Director
of Growth Management
2. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4
– Animals – First Reading, Heather Colin, Assistant Town Manager
XIII. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resiliency, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration to Amend the Town of Bluffton Procurement Policy and Procedure Manual
Regarding As- Needed Professional Services Agreements - Felicia Roth, Director of Compliance and Contracts
XIV. Adjournment
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Executive Session
1. Discussions Relating to Negotiations and Contractual Arrangements for Proposed Land
Acquisition in Old Town, May River Road, Jones Estate, Bluffton Parkway, and Buckwalter
Commons (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
2. Legal Advice Regarding the Intergovernmental Agreement with Beaufort County for the
Collection of Development Impact Fees (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4- 70[a][2])
3. Personnel Matters Relating to Town of Bluffton Police Department (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70[a][1])
4. Personnel Matters Relating to a Continuation of the Town Manager’s Annual Review
(Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 3-4-70 [a][1])
VI. Action from Executive Session
VII. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of July 12, 2022
VIII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Introduction of New Employees and Recognition of Promotions
2. USCB Sand Shark Welcome Week Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
3. Presentation Regarding the Beaufort County Greenspace Referendum - Senator Tom Davis
IX. Public Comment
X. Communications from Mayor and Council
XI. Public Hearing & Final Reading
1. Consideration of an Ordinance to Amend the Town of Bluffton Redevelopment as it Relates to the Tax Increment Finance (TIF) - Public Hearing and Second and Final Reading - Heather Colin, Assistant Town Manager
2. Consideration of an Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of a Not to Exceed
$10,000,000 Tax Increment Bond, Series 2022, or Such Other Appropriate Series Designation – Public Hearing and Second and Final Reading – Frannie Heizer, Burr Forman
XII. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Master Plan for Buckwalter Community Park Master Plan Consisting of +/- 142.91 Acres of Land Located along the Western Side of Buckwalter Parkway and Zoned Buckwalter Planned Unit Development - Kevin Icard, Director
of Growth Management
2. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4
– Animals – First Reading, Heather Colin, Assistant Town Manager
XIII. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Human Resources,
Municipal Court, Projects and Watershed Resiliency, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration to Amend the Town of Bluffton Procurement Policy and Procedure Manual
Regarding As- Needed Professional Services Agreements - Felicia Roth, Director of Compliance and Contracts
XIV. Adjournment
- 24 participants
- 3:21 hours
9 Aug 2022
Meeting agendas and more information can be found at https://bluffton-sc.municodemeetings.com/
- 9 participants
- 52 minutes
4 May 2022
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. August 4, 2022
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1. FY2023 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget Update
VIII.DISCUSSION
1. South Carolina Sate Housing Finance & Development Authority, Felicia Kilgore, Housing Trust Fund Manager
IX. ADJOURNMENT
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. August 4, 2022
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1. FY2023 Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget Update
VIII.DISCUSSION
1. South Carolina Sate Housing Finance & Development Authority, Felicia Kilgore, Housing Trust Fund Manager
IX. ADJOURNMENT
- 7 participants
- 34 minutes
27 Apr 2022
.
Planning Commission
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. March 23, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Unified Development Ordinance Amendments (Public Hearing) - Amendments to the Town of Bluffton's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 - Unified Development Ordinance, Article 2 –Administration, Sec. 2.2.3.B., Establishment, Boards and Commissions Member Terms, Number of Terms (Staff - Charlotte Moore) Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda April 27, 2022
2. Indigo Cove Townhomes (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by the Applicant, TJ Washburn of Winchester Homes, on behalf of the property owner, PKP Group LLC, for approval of the Preliminary Development Plan for Indigo Cove Townhomes – located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Bluffton Parkway and Buck Island Road. The property is zoned Residential General and consists of approximately 23.84 acres, identified as tax parcel number R610 031 000 0002 000. The project consists of the construction of 83 townhouses with an amenity center and associated infrastructure (DP-05-21-015280). (Staff – Dan Frazier)
3. 1055 May River Road (Certificate of Appropriateness-HCO): A request by Ansley H. Manuel, on behalf of the Owner, Cahill Enterprise, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness -Highway Corridor Overlay. The project consists of the addition of a 144 SF wait station area on the right elevation and 960 SF of outdoor covered seating, restroom and wait station area on the left elevation of the existing restaurant at 1055 May River Road. The property is zoned Rural Mixed Use and identified by tax map number R610 039 000 0001 0000, located on the north side of May River Road between Sandy Run Road and Crooked Cove Lane. (COFA-03-22-016498) (Staff- Katie Peterson)
4. Ma Daisy's (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by Daisy's Legacy Holdings, LLC for approval of a preliminary development plan application. The project proposes the redevelopment of a 1.85-acre site to include restaurant, commercial and residential uses in four buildings. The property is zoned Neighborhood General Historic District (NG-HD), identified by tax map number R610 039 00A 0235 0000 and located at 1255 May River Road.(Staff - Jordan Holloway)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Planning Commission
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, 20 Bridge Street, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr.
Council Chambers
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority
vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may
be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Commission Members.
IV. NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS*
Every member of the public who is recognized to speak shall address the Chairman and in speaking, avoid disrespect to Commission, Staff, or other members of the Meeting. State your name and address when speaking for the record. COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES.
V. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
VI. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. March 23, 2022 Minutes
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA*
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Unified Development Ordinance Amendments (Public Hearing) - Amendments to the Town of Bluffton's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 - Unified Development Ordinance, Article 2 –Administration, Sec. 2.2.3.B., Establishment, Boards and Commissions Member Terms, Number of Terms (Staff - Charlotte Moore) Town of Bluffton, SC Planning Commission Agenda April 27, 2022
2. Indigo Cove Townhomes (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by the Applicant, TJ Washburn of Winchester Homes, on behalf of the property owner, PKP Group LLC, for approval of the Preliminary Development Plan for Indigo Cove Townhomes – located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Bluffton Parkway and Buck Island Road. The property is zoned Residential General and consists of approximately 23.84 acres, identified as tax parcel number R610 031 000 0002 000. The project consists of the construction of 83 townhouses with an amenity center and associated infrastructure (DP-05-21-015280). (Staff – Dan Frazier)
3. 1055 May River Road (Certificate of Appropriateness-HCO): A request by Ansley H. Manuel, on behalf of the Owner, Cahill Enterprise, for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness -Highway Corridor Overlay. The project consists of the addition of a 144 SF wait station area on the right elevation and 960 SF of outdoor covered seating, restroom and wait station area on the left elevation of the existing restaurant at 1055 May River Road. The property is zoned Rural Mixed Use and identified by tax map number R610 039 000 0001 0000, located on the north side of May River Road between Sandy Run Road and Crooked Cove Lane. (COFA-03-22-016498) (Staff- Katie Peterson)
4. Ma Daisy's (Preliminary Development Plan): A request by Daisy's Legacy Holdings, LLC for approval of a preliminary development plan application. The project proposes the redevelopment of a 1.85-acre site to include restaurant, commercial and residential uses in four buildings. The property is zoned Neighborhood General Historic District (NG-HD), identified by tax map number R610 039 00A 0235 0000 and located at 1255 May River Road.(Staff - Jordan Holloway)
X. DISCUSSION
XI. ADJOURNMENT
- 24 participants
- 1:40 hours
19 Apr 2022
. CALL TO ORDER
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Pertaining only to agenda items
III. PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL READING
1. Consideration of Amendments to the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 -
Unified Development Ordinance - Article 5 - Design Standards, Sec. 5.3. Natural Resources:
Tree Conservation, Planting & Landscaping, Specific to Sec. 5.3.3., Tree Conservation, Sec.
5.3.7., Specific Landscaping Standards and Sec. 5.3.8., Fee in Lieu of Tree Replacement and/or
Landscaping - Public Hearing and Final Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
IV. WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS
2. Blueprint Bluffton Comprehensive Plan Update - MKSK Consulting Team
V. ADJOURNMENT
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Pertaining only to agenda items
III. PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL READING
1. Consideration of Amendments to the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 -
Unified Development Ordinance - Article 5 - Design Standards, Sec. 5.3. Natural Resources:
Tree Conservation, Planting & Landscaping, Specific to Sec. 5.3.3., Tree Conservation, Sec.
5.3.7., Specific Landscaping Standards and Sec. 5.3.8., Fee in Lieu of Tree Replacement and/or
Landscaping - Public Hearing and Final Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
IV. WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS
2. Blueprint Bluffton Comprehensive Plan Update - MKSK Consulting Team
V. ADJOURNMENT
- 6 participants
- 1:18 hours
12 Apr 2022
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building
Henry "Emmett" McCracken, Jr Council Chambers
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton SC
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Executive Session
1. Contractual Matters Pertaining to the Town’s Designated Marketing Organization (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
2. Legal Advice Pertaining to Beaufort County Impact Fees ( Pursuant to SC Freedom of
Information Act 30-4-70[a][2])
3. Discussions Relating to Negotiations and Contractual Arrangements for Proposed Land
Acquisition at Buckwalter Place (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
VI. Action from Executive Session
VII. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2022
VIII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
2. Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
3. Fair Housing Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
4. Arbor Day Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda April 12, 2022
5. Destination Marketing Organization Annual Marketing Plan, Report of Progress and Actions –Ariana Pernice, Vice-President Visitor & Convention Bureau, Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
IX. Public Comment
X. Communications from Mayor and Council
XI. Workshop Agenda Items
1. Discussion Regarding Indefinite Delivery Contracts for Future Capital Improvement Projects,
Kim Jones, Director of Projects & Watershed Resilience
XII. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Beaufort County and the Town of Bluffton for the Purpose of Imposition and Collection, at the Time of Issuance of a Building Permit, of School Development Impact Fees on all New Residential Development within The Town
2. Consideration of Amendments to the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 -
Unified Development Ordinance - Article 5 - Design Standards, Sec. 5.3. Natural Resources:
Tree Conservation, Planting & Landscaping, Specific to Sec. 5.3.3., Tree Conservation, Sec.
5.3.7., Specific Landscaping Standards and Sec. 5.3.8., Fee in Lieu of Tree Replacement and/or Landscaping - Revised First Reading
3. Consideration of a Resolution to Adopt the Town of Bluffton Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2023- 2024
4. Consideration of a Resolution to Establish Fund Agreements with the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry for a Lutze 43 Scholarship Fund, Police Benevolence Fund and a Parks & Public Art Fund
XIII. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Municipal Court,
Engineering, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of a Resolution to Affirm the Continued Dedication of the Town of Bluffton to Fair Housing Principles and Regulations Established by the State of South Carolina and the United States Federal Government
4. Consideration of a Resolution Approving the Town of Bluffton Assessment District Roll for Tax Year 2022
5. Consideration of a Resolution to Update the Applications Manual to Include Applications for the Historic Preservation Financial Incentive Program per the Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 – Unified Development Ordinance, Article 3 – Application Process and to Update the Applications Process Manual
6. Consideration of a Proposed Construction Contractual Agreement Relating to the Bridge
Street Streetscape and Roadway Improvement Project - Kim Jones, Director of Projects and
Watershed Resilience
7. Consideration of Proposed Contractual Agreements Relating to Master Service Agreements for Civil Engineering Services - Kim Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
8. Consideration of Acceptance of the Prioritization List of Capital Improvement Program Project for Fiscal Years 2023-2027 as Recommended for Approval by the Planning Commission - Kim Jones, Director of Projects & Watershed Resilience
9. Consideration of a Contract Renewal with Mary E. Sharp for Judicial Services for the Town of Bluffton Municipal Court
10. Consideration of a Contract Renewal with Ralph E. Tupper for Judicial Services for the Town of Bluffton Municipal Court
11. Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing the Town Manager to Enter into a Memorandum of Agreement with the Historic Bluffton Foundation to Accept Donations for the Purpose of Supporting the Rehabilitation and Renovation of Town Owned Contributing Structures in the Bluffton Historic District – Chris Forster Assistant Town Manager
12. Consideration of a Proposed Lighting Agreement with Palmetto Electric for a Yard Light
Service - Kim Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
XIV. Adjournment
Henry "Emmett" McCracken, Jr Council Chambers
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton SC
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Executive Session
1. Contractual Matters Pertaining to the Town’s Designated Marketing Organization (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
2. Legal Advice Pertaining to Beaufort County Impact Fees ( Pursuant to SC Freedom of
Information Act 30-4-70[a][2])
3. Discussions Relating to Negotiations and Contractual Arrangements for Proposed Land
Acquisition at Buckwalter Place (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
VI. Action from Executive Session
VII. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2022
VIII. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
2. Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
3. Fair Housing Month Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
4. Arbor Day Proclamation - Mayor Sulka
Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda April 12, 2022
5. Destination Marketing Organization Annual Marketing Plan, Report of Progress and Actions –Ariana Pernice, Vice-President Visitor & Convention Bureau, Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
IX. Public Comment
X. Communications from Mayor and Council
XI. Workshop Agenda Items
1. Discussion Regarding Indefinite Delivery Contracts for Future Capital Improvement Projects,
Kim Jones, Director of Projects & Watershed Resilience
XII. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Beaufort County and the Town of Bluffton for the Purpose of Imposition and Collection, at the Time of Issuance of a Building Permit, of School Development Impact Fees on all New Residential Development within The Town
2. Consideration of Amendments to the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 -
Unified Development Ordinance - Article 5 - Design Standards, Sec. 5.3. Natural Resources:
Tree Conservation, Planting & Landscaping, Specific to Sec. 5.3.3., Tree Conservation, Sec.
5.3.7., Specific Landscaping Standards and Sec. 5.3.8., Fee in Lieu of Tree Replacement and/or Landscaping - Revised First Reading
3. Consideration of a Resolution to Adopt the Town of Bluffton Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2023- 2024
4. Consideration of a Resolution to Establish Fund Agreements with the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry for a Lutze 43 Scholarship Fund, Police Benevolence Fund and a Parks & Public Art Fund
XIII. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Municipal Court,
Engineering, Projects and Watershed Resilience, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for
Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of a Resolution to Affirm the Continued Dedication of the Town of Bluffton to Fair Housing Principles and Regulations Established by the State of South Carolina and the United States Federal Government
4. Consideration of a Resolution Approving the Town of Bluffton Assessment District Roll for Tax Year 2022
5. Consideration of a Resolution to Update the Applications Manual to Include Applications for the Historic Preservation Financial Incentive Program per the Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 – Unified Development Ordinance, Article 3 – Application Process and to Update the Applications Process Manual
6. Consideration of a Proposed Construction Contractual Agreement Relating to the Bridge
Street Streetscape and Roadway Improvement Project - Kim Jones, Director of Projects and
Watershed Resilience
7. Consideration of Proposed Contractual Agreements Relating to Master Service Agreements for Civil Engineering Services - Kim Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
8. Consideration of Acceptance of the Prioritization List of Capital Improvement Program Project for Fiscal Years 2023-2027 as Recommended for Approval by the Planning Commission - Kim Jones, Director of Projects & Watershed Resilience
9. Consideration of a Contract Renewal with Mary E. Sharp for Judicial Services for the Town of Bluffton Municipal Court
10. Consideration of a Contract Renewal with Ralph E. Tupper for Judicial Services for the Town of Bluffton Municipal Court
11. Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing the Town Manager to Enter into a Memorandum of Agreement with the Historic Bluffton Foundation to Accept Donations for the Purpose of Supporting the Rehabilitation and Renovation of Town Owned Contributing Structures in the Bluffton Historic District – Chris Forster Assistant Town Manager
12. Consideration of a Proposed Lighting Agreement with Palmetto Electric for a Yard Light
Service - Kim Jones, Director of Projects and Watershed Resilience
XIV. Adjournment
- 17 participants
- 3:36 hours
7 Apr 2022
Electronic Meeting
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. March 3, 2022
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1. Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget Update
2. 2022 Fair Housing Month
VIII.DISCUSSION
1. Community Works: Tammie Hoy Hawkins, Chief Executive Officer
IX. ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on Beaufort County Channel, on Hargray Channel 9 and 113 or on
Spectrum Channel 1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. March 3, 2022
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1. Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget Update
2. 2022 Fair Housing Month
VIII.DISCUSSION
1. Community Works: Tammie Hoy Hawkins, Chief Executive Officer
IX. ADJOURNMENT
- 9 participants
- 53 minutes
18 Feb 2022
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Special Meeting Minutes of January 18, 2022
2. Regular Meeting Minutes of February 8, 2022
VI. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
2. Historic Bluffton Foundation Update - Amanda Denmark, Board Member
VII. Public Comment
VIII. Communications from Mayor and Council
IX. Public Hearing and Final Reading
1. Consideration of Amendments to the Town of Bluffton's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 -Unified Development Ordinance, Article 3 – Application Process, Sec. 3.2.3.A. Public Hearing Notice, Timing of Public Notice Requirements for UDO Text Amendments - Public Hearing and Final Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
X. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Funding Recommendations for Quarter Ending December 31, 2021 - Natalie Majorkiewicz, Assistant Director of Finance Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda March 08, 2022
2. Consideration of Amendments to the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 -Unified Development Ordinance - Article 5 - Design Standards, Sec. 5.3. Natural Resources: Tree Conservation, Planting & Landscaping, Specific to Sec. 5.3.3., Tree Conservation, Sec. 5.3.7., Lot Landscaping and Sec. 5.3.8., Fee in Lieu of Tree Replacement and/or Landscaping -First Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XI. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Municipal Court, Engineering, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of a Resolution Adopting an Amendment to the Buckwalter Parkway Access
Management Plan (US 278 to Bluffton Parkway) – Heather Colin, Assistant Town Manager
4. COVID-19 Monthly Report - Stephen Combs, Emergency Manager
XII. Executive Session
1. Personnel Matters Regarding Town Council Appointments of Boards, Committees, and Commissions (Pursuant to Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][1])
2. Contractual Matters Relating to a Public-Private Partnership to Develop Workforce and Affordable Housing to Town Owned Property (Pursuant to South Carolina Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][5])
3. Contractual Matters Pertaining to the Historic Bluffton Foundation (Pursuant to SC Freedom
of Information Act 30-4-70[a][2])
4. Discussions Relating to Negotiations and Contractual Arrangements for the Acquisition of Real
Property (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
XIII. Action from Executive Session
XIV.Adjournment
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
IV. Adoption of the Agenda
V. Adoption of the Minutes
1. Special Meeting Minutes of January 18, 2022
2. Regular Meeting Minutes of February 8, 2022
VI. Presentations, Celebrations and Recognitions
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Sulka
2. Historic Bluffton Foundation Update - Amanda Denmark, Board Member
VII. Public Comment
VIII. Communications from Mayor and Council
IX. Public Hearing and Final Reading
1. Consideration of Amendments to the Town of Bluffton's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 -Unified Development Ordinance, Article 3 – Application Process, Sec. 3.2.3.A. Public Hearing Notice, Timing of Public Notice Requirements for UDO Text Amendments - Public Hearing and Final Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
X. Formal Agenda Items
1. Consideration of Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Funding Recommendations for Quarter Ending December 31, 2021 - Natalie Majorkiewicz, Assistant Director of Finance Town of Bluffton, SC Regular Town Council Meeting Agenda March 08, 2022
2. Consideration of Amendments to the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 -Unified Development Ordinance - Article 5 - Design Standards, Sec. 5.3. Natural Resources: Tree Conservation, Planting & Landscaping, Specific to Sec. 5.3.3., Tree Conservation, Sec. 5.3.7., Lot Landscaping and Sec. 5.3.8., Fee in Lieu of Tree Replacement and/or Landscaping -First Reading - Kevin Icard, Director of Growth Management
XI. Consent Agenda Items
1. Monthly Department Reports: Police, Finance and Administration, Municipal Court, Engineering, Public Services, Don Ryan Center for Innovation, and Growth Management
2. Town Manager Monthly Report
3. Consideration of a Resolution Adopting an Amendment to the Buckwalter Parkway Access
Management Plan (US 278 to Bluffton Parkway) – Heather Colin, Assistant Town Manager
4. COVID-19 Monthly Report - Stephen Combs, Emergency Manager
XII. Executive Session
1. Personnel Matters Regarding Town Council Appointments of Boards, Committees, and Commissions (Pursuant to Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][1])
2. Contractual Matters Relating to a Public-Private Partnership to Develop Workforce and Affordable Housing to Town Owned Property (Pursuant to South Carolina Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][5])
3. Contractual Matters Pertaining to the Historic Bluffton Foundation (Pursuant to SC Freedom
of Information Act 30-4-70[a][2])
4. Discussions Relating to Negotiations and Contractual Arrangements for the Acquisition of Real
Property (Pursuant to SC Freedom of Information Act 30-4-70 [a][2])
XIII. Action from Executive Session
XIV.Adjournment
- 18 participants
- 2:27 hours
15 Feb 2022
I. Call to Order
II. Welcome and Introductions
III. Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Strategic Plan Action Agenda Progress Report
IV. Town Council Discussion Regarding Strategic Priorities
V. Working Lunch | Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation Update – John O’Toole
VI. Discussion of Proposed Initiatives and Capital Projects Prioritization
VII. Don Ryan Center for Innovation Update
VIII. Summary of Emerging Strategic Planning Workshop Action Items
IX. Town Council Discussion
X. Adjournment
II. Welcome and Introductions
III. Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Strategic Plan Action Agenda Progress Report
IV. Town Council Discussion Regarding Strategic Priorities
V. Working Lunch | Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation Update – John O’Toole
VI. Discussion of Proposed Initiatives and Capital Projects Prioritization
VII. Don Ryan Center for Innovation Update
VIII. Summary of Emerging Strategic Planning Workshop Action Items
IX. Town Council Discussion
X. Adjournment
- 26 participants
- 6:26 hours