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Year Starting
Completed Year
Responsible Party
Cost
Funding Source
2011 Updated Information
Population
Conduct a marketing study to determine what types of services, facilities, and commercial establishments would be necessary to attract additional tourist groups to the Island.
2008
2009
City, Tourism Council, TIEDC
$50,000
DCA, General Fund
Phase 1 completed at no cost.
Develop a tourism marketing campaign that focuses on drawing identified tourist groups to the Island.
2009
Ongoing
Tourism Council
$100,000
TBD
As part of carrying capacity study determine sufficiency of services and facilities for the aging population.
2008
2010
City, TIEDC
$45,000
DNR, ACOE, General Fund
Develop an education packet to be distributed to visitors about available activities/services/resources (include information about natural resources protection, local ordinances, etc.
2008
Ongoing
City, Tourism Council, TIEDC
$25,000
General Fund, DCA
Work with various rental agencies, realtors, hotels/bed and breakfast establishments to distribute the packet to island visitors.
2009
Ongoing
Tourism Council
Staff Time
General Fund
Economic Development
Create a position for Better Hometown Project Coordinator.
2008
Ongoing
City
$35,000/year
General Fund
Position created. Better Hometown Coordinator hired in July 2008.
Work with local businesses to prepare for an application to the Better Hometown Program.
2008
2009
City, Tourism Council, TIEDC
Staff Time
General Fund
Better Hometown Application approved in 2010.
Reactivate the DDA upon completion of the Market Study.
2008
2010
City, TIEDC
$50,000
DNR, General Fund
Prepare economic development plan for business district. Consider identified issues and opportunities for economic development.
2009
2011
City, TIEDC
$75,000
City, DCA
Evaluate potential for an Urban Redevelopment plan and creation of an enterprise zone.
2010
2011
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Request that the Pier be dedicated to the City by Chatham County.
2008
2008
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Renovate the Pier once it has been dedicated to the City.
2009
2010
City
$250,000
OneGeorgia, DCA
Develop programs for small business retention and recruitment.
2008
Ongoing
City, BHT
10,000/year
General Fund
Support the development of heritage tourism.
2008
Ongoing
City, Tourism Council
Staff Time, Grants
National Parks Service, DCA
Provide assistance to new businesses developing on the Island.
2008
Ongoing
City, BHT
$10,000/year
General Fund
Consider development of a City sponsored small business incubation center to provide for establishment and development of small island businesses.
2008
Ongoing
City, BHT
Staff Time
General Fund
Develop a strong working relationship with Savannah Development & Renewal Authority.
2008
Ongoing
City, BHT
Staff Time
General Fund
Work with the Tourism Council and local business groups to encourage revitalization of business district.
2008
Ongoing
City, BHT, Tourism Council, TIEDC
Staff Time
General Fund
Encourage the development of “off season” events and activities.
2008
Ongoing
City, BHT, Tourism Council, TIEDC
Staff Time
General Fund
Consider allowing dogs on identified beaches during off-season (Oct-Apr.)
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Develop and promote eco-tourism businesses and resources.
2008
Ongoing
City, BHT, Tourism Council, TIEDC
Staff Time
General Fund
Investigate potential for developing a convention center on the Island.
2009
Ongoing
City, BHT, Tourism Council, TIEDC
Staff Time
General Fund
Encourage small conventions to locate on the Island during off-season.
2009
Ongoing
City, BHT, Tourism Council, TIEDC
Staff Time
General Fund
Coordinate and offer package deals for conferences.
2009
Ongoing
City, BHT, Tourism Council, TIEDC
Staff Time
General Fund
Evaluate opportunity to expand or relocate Visitor’s Center and provide for hotel/bed and breakfast establishments activity bookings at the center.
2010
Ongoing
City, BHT, Tourism Council, TIEDC
Staff Time
General Fund
Implement beautification / façade improvements in business districts through a revolving loan program.
2010
Ongoing
City, BHT
$10,000
DCA
Housing
Develop recommendations for new development, redevelopment, and restoration that address mass, scale and density of development.
2009
2011
City
$65,000
DCA, City
Ensure that new development is consistent with the character of the neighborhood as defined in the Master Plan.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Consider adopting a standard for maximum lot coverage.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Consider allowing upstairs residential development in commercial areas, if the use is primarily commercial.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Consider the need for variances for rooflines where floodplains restrict first floor development, but do not allow fourth floor development.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Land Use
Appoint a task force to review effectiveness of current code.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Update Land Development Code in accordance with recommendation of the Task Force and vision of this Plan.
2008
2010
City
$65,000
DCA, City
As part of the update, restrict residential down-zoning in commercial areas.
2008
2010
City
$65,000
DCA, City
As part of the update, ensure zoning regulations are consistent with the Master Plan.
2008
2010
City
$65,000
DCA, City
Improve the level of code enforcement.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Educate residents about zoning, allowable land uses, and the rezoning process.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Develop and adopt a Catastrophic Disaster Rebuild Plan for the Island.
2009
2011
City
$80,000
DCA
Develop a comprehensive GIS database for the City.
2008
Ongoing
City
$45,000
General Fund, ESRI, SPLOST, ACOE
Completed with expected public rollout later in 2011.
Transportation
Conduct transportation engineering study in accordance with issues & opportunities identified in this Plan.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$75,000
General Fund, DCA
As part of this study, explore possibility of taking control of Butler/Highway 80.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$125,000
General Fund, DCA, GDOT
As part of the study, explore potential to offer subsidized open-air trolley services around the Island to reduce traffic.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$125,000
General Fund, DCA, GDOT
As part of this study, explore charging additional “hotel tax” to help fund a city subsidized on and off Island transportation system.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$125,000
General Fund, DCA, GDOT
As part of this study, investigate potential to make Highway 80 a toll road.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$125,000
General Fund, DCA, GDOT
As part of this study, investigate need and potential to locate a parking garage on the Island.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$125,000
General Fund, DCA, GDOT
This issue was analyzed. The need for a garage exists. However the cost of the garage is prohibitive, both short and long term.
As part of this study, investigate feasibility of using commercial parking lots for public parking.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$125,000
General Fund, DCA, GDOT
Private parking lots are now permitted in residential areas with a Tybee business license approved by Council.
As part of this study, develop “peak use” contingency for parking.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$125,000
General Fund, DCA, GDOT
As part of this study, explore the potential for providing employee transportation for Island workers.
2009
2011
City, CUTS
$125,000
General Fund, DCA, GDOT
Develop a GIS inventory of roads by type (arterial, collector, local) and assess condition.
2008
Ongoing
City
$45,000
General Fund, ESRI, SPLOST
Coordinate with GDOT to ensure that any widening of the Lazaretto Creek bridge includes a separate bike lane
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Encourage development of the bikeway to connect Tybee Island with Wilmington Island
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
TE grant applied for to bring trail to Lazaretto Bridge.
As part of Land Code Update, develop zoning overlay to require easements from property owners along Highway80 to complete the Tybee/Wilmington Island bikeway.
2009
2011
City
$65,000
DCA, City
Zoning map to be updated later in 2011.
Develop multi-use paths throughout the City.
2011
Ongoing
City
$150,000
General Fund, DCA, DNR, State, GDOT
Support and Implement beautification and streetscaping along Butler Avenue/Highway 80
2011
Ongoing
City
$250,000
GDOT
Streetscape project between 14th Street and Tybrisa will go to construction in fall of 2011.
Bring level of service up to streets designated use.
2008
Ongoing
City
$1 million/year
SPLOST, General Fund, GDOT
Implement Tybrisa Streetscape Project.
2008
2009
City
$2 Million
GDOT, General Fund
Project Complete.
Clearly define parking requirements for seasonal rentals and educate visitors about requirements.
2008
Ongoing
City, Tourism Council, Realtors Association
Staff Time
General Fund
Educate residents and visitors about transportation related ordinances, alternative transit, and alternative transportation routes.
2008
Ongoing
City, Tourism Council, Realtors Association
Staff Time
General Fund
As part of the Wayfinding Project, review and revise existing sign ordinance to create design standards and a theme for signage along roadways.
2008
2009
BHT
$50,000
BHT, GDOT, DCA, DNR, General Fund
Completed in 2010.
Cultural & Historic Resources
Revisit the potential for establishing “Local Historic Districts” on the Island.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Three local Historic Districts are established going back to 2000. City Council has reactivated the Historic Preservation Commission as of 2009.
Appoint members to the Historic Preservation Review Committee.
2010
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Under review by the Historic Preservation Commission and City Council.
As part of Land Code Update, review and update section 14 of Tybee’s Land Development Code.
2009
2011
City
$65,000
DCA, City
Use Historic Review Committee to determine appropriate design guidelines
2010
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Pursue Certified Local Government Status.
2011
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Establish a GIS inventory of historic structures.
2008
Ongoing
City
$45,000
General Fund, ESRI, SPLOST, SAGIS
Create a cultural arts liaison.
2008
Ongoing
City
$35,000/year
General Fund
Educate residents and developers with regard to cost effective materials, treatments
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Work with historic preservation groups to seek funding to assist with restoration projects
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Educate owners of historic structures about economic benefits such as tax credits, conservation easements, tax freezes, etc.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Support the City’s Arts Commission and the development of additional cultural resources.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Continue to support the renovation of Guard House Post Theatre.
2008
Ongoing
City
$50,000
SPLOST
Consider the development of a public arts center/artist incubator center.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Support Preservation of Buckley property.
2008
Ongoing
City, County, Ft. Pulaski
$100,000
Land and Water Grant
Continue to support Lighthouse Museum.
2008
Ongoing
City
$25,000/year
General Fund
Examine potential to use the Tybee Gymnasium for art showings, craft fairs, and/or artist’s space.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Natural Resources
Develop complete GIS inventory of City’s natural resources.
2008
Ongoing
City
$45,000
General Fund, ESRI, SPLOST
Tree inventory completed in GIS in 2009.
Prioritize acquisition and preservation of greenspace, parks and conservation easements.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Create linkages between greenspace, parks, cultural and historic interest points.
2011
Ongoing
City
$150,000
General Fund, GDOT, DCA, County, DNR, State
Identify various tools that support preservation efforts such as grants, conservation easements, etc.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Continue to implement the NPDES Phase I MS4 Permit SWMP.
2008
Ongoing
City, MPC, County
$25,000
General Fund
Implement a citywide bacteria monitoring program to identify the source of bacteria contamination on the beaches.
2009
Ongoing
City
$25,000
DNR, General Fund
Implement a sanitary sewer inspection and rehabilitation program in compliance with NPDES requirements.
2008
Ongoing
City
$440,000
SPLOST
Develop a water conservation program that meets requirements of the Coastal Plan for Saltwater intrusion.
2008
Ongoing
City
$15,000
Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund
Implement water conservation program that meets requirements of the Coastal Plan for Saltwater intrusion.
2008
Ongoing
City
$5,000/yr
Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund
Provide education to visitors on natural resource protection efforts including: recycling, water conservation, stormwater pollution, and respect of marine and marsh life.
2008
Ongoing
City, Tourism Council, TIEDC
$25,000
General Fund, DCA
Develop a targeted education program from developers that cover topics such as E & S control, buffers, tree protection and stormwater management.
2008
Ongoing
City
$5,000/yr
Permit Fees, DCA, NCRS
As part of the Land Code Update, allow for and encourage Low Impact Development practices such as rain barrels, green roofs and rain gardens in public and private projects.
2009
2011
City
$65,000
DCA, City
Community garden created at YMCA.
As part of the Wayfinding Project, place interpretive signage on dune crossings and along trails to educate residents and visitors about the fragile coastal environment.
2008
2010
City
$50,000
DNR, General Fund
Continue to work with DNR for wetlands/marsh protection
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
As part of the Land Code Update, review Tree Ordinance; develop incentives to promote the retention of trees as opposed to removal and replacement.
2009
2011
City
$65,000
DCA, City
Support Marine Science Center Relocation.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Continue to support work of Marine Science Center.
2008
Ongoing
City
$50,000/year
General Fund
Continue urban reforestation program.
2008
Ongoing
City
Varies
General Fund, “Palms Up” user fees
Continue to monitor drainage issues in dunes.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Continue to seek funding and implement beach re-nourishment.
2008
Ongoing
City
$12 million
SPLOST, ACOE-Federal Government, State of Georgia, Chatham County
Promote the use of native plants/xeriscape through the development of landscaping guidelines.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Update the Solid Waste Management Plan.
2008
2008
City
$20,000
General Fund
Completed in 2009.
Facilities & Services
Conduct a study to determine the carrying capacity of the Island as it relates to infrastructure and natural resources.
2008
2010
City, TIEDC
$45,000
DNR, ACOE, General Fund
Develop a capital improvement plan to be implemented in conjunction with road rehabilitation
2008
Ongoing
City
$100,000
SPLOST, General Fund, GDOT
As part of carrying capacity study, develop a water supply contingency plan that evaluates and plans for alternative sources.
2008
2010
City, TIEDC
$45,000
DNR, ACOE, General Fund
Develop a wayfinding & educational sign system that is Island-wide and has a theme or “brand”.
2008
2010
City
$50,000
DNR, General Fund
Completed in 2010.
Conduct a GIS inventory of the number of shallow wells and septic tanks on the Island.
2008
Ongoing
City
$10,000
DNR, General Fund, Water Systems Council
Assess viability of building more permanent and/or temporary public restrooms.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Explore the potential to bury power lines.
2012
2015
City
$150,000
General Fund, SPLOST, GDOT
Actual cost of this item is prohibitive.
Produce information packets for residents and visitors.
2008
Ongoing
City, Tourism Council, TIEDC
$25,000
General Fund, DCA
Work with YMCA to develop programs at the gym.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Support continued planning and program development for the Rivers End Campground to attract visitors in the off season.
2009
Ongoing
City, Tourism Council
$30,000
General Fund, DNR
Continue to upgrade sidewalks / public facilities to be ADA compliant
2008
Ongoing
City
$50,000
General Fund, DCA, SPLOST
Continue upgrade of sewer collection system; improve efficiency, reduce stormwater intrusion and explore feasibility of connecting existing septic systems users to the treatment facility.
2008
Ongoing
City
$2,225,000
SPLOST
System is updated frequently. Approximately ten residential dwellings have been removed from septic.
Continue to plan for wastewater treatment plant expansion
2008
2010
City
$3 million
TBD
There is currently no upswing in demand to justify the cost of plant expansion.
Examine potential to incorporate reuse water treatment and purple pipe systems during the wastewater treatment plant expansion.
2008
2010
City
$3 million
TBD
Without expansion of treatment plant, sources of reuse water are limited.
Make improvements to the public works complex.
2008
Ongoing
City
$300,000
SPLOST
Continue to maintain/replace as necessary all public works equipment.
2008
Ongoing
City
$100,000
General Fund, SPLOST
Develop a stormwater master plan to address drainage issues.
2009
2010
City
$125,000
General Fund, SPLOST
As part of master plan, investigate potential for locating permanent drainage structures through dunes.
2009
2010
City
$125,000
General Fund, SPLOST
After completion of master plan, make recommended improvements to Storm Drainage System.
2010
Ongoing
City
$750,000
SPLOST
Convert all drainage and water & sewer data to digital GIS format.
2008
Ongoing
City
$45,000
General Fund, ESRI, SPLOST
Project complete.
Develop conceptual design & architectural drawings for project to replace Public Safety Facility.
2009
2010
City
$75,000
SPLOST
Replace Parking Services Building on Tybrisa Street; add Lifeguard Station to new facility as part of Tybrisa/Strand Streetscape.
2008
2009
City
$500,000
General Fund, SPLOST, DNR
Completed.
Investigate potential to reinstall portions of the Strand boardwalk.
2010
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund, SPLOST
Update dune crossovers.
2008
Ongoing
City
$100,000 per crossing
General Fund, DNR
Intergovernmental Coordination
Work with Chatham Area Transit and other local governments to identify remote park and ride sites.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Included as a partner in Highway 80 Challenge Study.
Continue to participate in regional transportation efforts.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
Included as a partner in Highway 80 Challenge Study.
Coordinate with CEMA, Chatham County and other local and regional planning agencies to implement Tybee Island’s Hurricane Disaster Management Plan.
2008
Ongoing
City
Staff Time
General Fund
City employees participated in Hurricane Gilligan exercise in 2010.