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Short Term Work Program Update -City of Tybee Island Page 1 of 17 ** Currently underway or temporarily postponed activities or projects appear in the “new” STWP. PART I: REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS
(pages 1 – 10) Project Description Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** 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. X Develop a tourism
marketing campaign that focuses on drawing identified tourist groups to the Island. X Ongoing with BHT As part of carrying capacity study determine sufficiency of services and facilities
for the aging population. X Need funding from DCA or other source for study. Develop an education packet to be distributed to visitors about available activities/services/resources (include
information about natural resources protection, local ordinances, etc. X Vacation planner and visitor guide now available. Development of information packet for new residents is underway.
Work with various rental agencies, realtors, hotels/bed and breakfast establishments to distribute the packet to island visitors. X Vacation planner and visitor guide now available.
Development of information packet for new residents is underway. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Create a position for Better Hometown Project Coordinator. X Work with local businesses to prepare
for an application to the Better Hometown Program. X Reactivate the DDA upon completion of the Market Study. X Market study completed. Reactivation of DDA on hold at the present time.
Prepare economic development plan for business district. Consider identified issues and opportunities for economic development. X Economic development plan has not been completed at
this time. Better Hometown is conducting groundwork for plan. Plan needs grant funding to be completed. Evaluate potential for an Urban Redevelopment plan and creation of an enterprise
zone. X Request that the Pier be dedicated to the City by Chatham County. X This is not financially feasible at the current time. Chatham County has made planking, lighting and plumbing
upgrades to the Pier. Renovate the Pier once it has been dedicated to the City. X Pier has not been dedicated to the City, but some improvements have been done. Develop programs for
small business retention and recruitment. X BHT developed a Business Resources Guide.
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Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** Support the development of heritage tourism. X Tourism
Council works with park service to promote Fort. Pulaski. Historical Society maintains heritage sites on the lighthouse property. Provide assistance to new businesses developing on the
Island. X BHT works closely with new businesses, both existing and proposed. Consider development of a City sponsored small business incubation center to provide for establishment and
development of small island businesses. X Deemed not practical. Develop a strong working relationship with Savannah Development & Renewal Authority. X Internal changes at SDRA are underway.
Working relationship will continue. Work with the Tourism Council and local business groups to encourage revitalization of business district. X Tourism Council has partnership with BHT.
Encourage the development of “off season” events and activities. X Tourism Council spends 20% of their budget marketing off season activities. Tybee for the Holidays program initiated
by BHT. Consider allowing dogs on identified beaches during off-season (Oct-Apr.) X There is no current support to change existing year round prohibition. Develop and promote eco-tourism
businesses and resources. X These types of businesses and activities are promoted in Tourism Council brochures as well at BHT Newsletters. Investigate potential for developing a convention
center on the Island. X This has not been formally explored due to shortage of land, cost /space and there are existing facilities in Savannah. Encourage small conventions to locate
on the Island during off-season. X Tourism Council sees this as a future opportunity. BHT works with facilities hosting convention goers. Coordinate and offer package deals for conferences.
X Not under consideration at this time. Local business specials offered to convention goers via BHT working with hosting facility. Evaluate opportunity to expand or relocate Visitor’s
Center and provide for hotel/bed and breakfast establishments activity bookings at the center. X Tourism Council is satisfied with existing facility. Cost would be an issue for relocation
to south end of the island. BHT /City have added an Information Hut at south end. Implement beautification /façade improvements in business districts through a revolving loan program.
X DDRLF application was made to DCA in 2009, but was denied. HOUSING Develop recommendations for new development, redevelopment, and restoration that address mass, scale and density
of development. X
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Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** Ensure that new development is consistent with the
character of the neighborhood as defined in the Master Plan. X Consider adopting a standard for maximum lot coverage. X Consider allowing upstairs residential development in commercial
areas, if the use is primarily commercial. X Consider the need for variances for rooflines where floodplains restrict first floor development, but do not allow fourth floor development.
X LAND USE Appoint a task force to review effectiveness of current code. X Process underway of updating LDC in accordance with the Master Plan. Update Land Development Code in accordance
with recommendation of the Task Force and vision of this Plan. X Process underway of updating LDC in accordance with the Master Plan. As part of the update, restrict residential down-zoning
in commercial areas. X As part of the update, ensure zoning regulations are consistent with the Master Plan. X Process underway of updating LDC in accordance with the Master Plan. Improve
the level of code enforcement. X Police Department has an officer dedicated to code enforcement. Educate residents about zoning, allowable land uses, and the rezoning process. X Community
Development Department has a brochure regarding when permits are necessary. It is available for the public in the office, on the city website and via various city communications. Develop
and adopt a Catastrophic Disaster Rebuild Plan for the Island. X Need to funding for this comprehensive plan. Develop a comprehensive GIS database for the City. X
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Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** TRANSPORTATION Conduct transportation engineering
study in accordance with issues & opportunities identified in this Plan. X RS & H conducted a Hwy 80 Corridor Pedestrian /Traffic study for safety and traffic calming measures. As part
of this study, explore possibility of taking control of Butler/Highway 80. X Maintenance costs of resurfacing all of Highway 80 are cost prohibitive. As part of the study, explore potential
to offer subsidized open-air trolley services around the Island to reduce traffic. X Private businesses are operating transportation services on island. As part of this study, explore
charging additional “hotel tax” to help fund a city subsidized on and off Island transportation system. X BHT and the City worked with Coastal Regional Commission to implement a Savannah
– Tybee Beach Shuttle. Funding through an additional “hotel tax” is not necessary. As part of this study, investigate potential to make Highway 80 a toll road. X A toll road would be
cost prohibitive with no funding available for a feasibility study. Concerns arise over how the City would be able to control parking locations and ensure that once a toll payment is
received, a parking space would be available. As part of this study, investigate need and potential to locate a parking garage on the Island. X This issue has been explored. However,
the cost of a parking garage is prohibitive due to the seasonal demand of parking and shortage of land. As part of this study, investigate feasibility of using commercial parking lots
for public parking. X Additional parking has been identified and implemented. 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. X Private parking lots are now permitted between Memorial Day and Labor Day in residential areas with a Tybee business
license approved by Council. As part of this study, explore the potential for providing employee transportation for Island workers. X BHT issued a survey to businesses re: a Vanpool
program operated by the Coastal Regional Commission. There was a lack of interest due to need for shared cost between employee and employer. Develop a GIS inventory of roads by type
(arterial, collector, local) and assess condition. X Coordinate with GDOT to ensure that any widening of the Lazaretto Creek bridge includes a separate bike lane X GDOT has assured the
City that bike lanes will exist on future bridge upgrades.
Short Term Work Program Update -City of Tybee Island Page 5 of 17 ** Currently underway or temporarily postponed activities or projects appear in the “new” STWP. Project Description
Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** Encourage development of the bikeway to connect Tybee
Island with Wilmington Island X TE grant has been approved to form the first trail connection 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. X Develop multi-use paths throughout the City. X Bike routes created for bicycle friendly designation.
Support and Implement beautification and streetscaping along Butler Avenue/Highway 80 X Streetscape project on Butler Ave. between 14th Street and Tybrisa will begin in the fall of 2011.
Palm trees were planted along 1st Street (Hwy 80) in 2009. Bring level of service up to streets designated use. X The city has a 5-year resurfacing plan currently underway dependent
on funding. Implement Tybrisa Streetscape Project. X . Clearly define parking requirements for seasonal rentals and educate visitors about requirements. X City, BHT and Tourism Council
addressed this issue. A public parking map was created and published in local newspaper and through various means of communications. Educate residents and visitors about transportation
related ordinances, alternative transit, and alternative transportation routes. X Shuttle service provided by Coastal Regional Commission is promoted on a limited basis by Tourism Council.
Future promotion will be determined by the capacity of the shuttle service. BHT promotes the Savannah – Tybee Beach Shuttle via various means of communication and advertisements in partnership
with the City of Savannah. As part of the Wayfinding Project, review and revise existing sign ordinance to create design standards and a theme for signage along roadways. X . CULTURAL
& HISTORIC RESOURCES Revisit the potential for establishing “Local Historic Districts” on the Island. X 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. X As part of Land Code Update, review and update section
14 of Tybee’s Land Development Code. X Under review by the Historic Preservation Commission and City Council. Anticipated update due by the end of 2011. Use Historic Review Committee
to determine appropriate design guidelines X
Short Term Work Program Update -City of Tybee Island Page 6 of 17 ** Currently underway or temporarily postponed activities or projects appear in the “new” STWP. Project Description
Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** Pursue Certified Local Government Status. X Currently
underway with the Historic Preservation Commission. Establish a GIS inventory of historic structures. X Create a cultural arts liaison. X This is encompassed within the Better Hometown
Coordinator and program as a whole. Educate residents and developers with regard to cost effective materials, treatments X Work with historic preservation groups to seek funding to assist
with restoration projects X Educate owners of historic structures about economic benefits such as tax credits, conservation easements, tax freezes, etc. X BHT has hosted public meetings
with HPD and Historic Preservationists presenting. Support the City’s Arts Commission and the development of additional cultural resources. X BHT hosts musical outdoor concerts as part
of the program’s mission. City has issued a significant loan for the Friends of Tybee Theater to help with the restoration of the Tybee Post Theater. Continue to support the renovation
of Guard House Tybee Post Theatre. X City has issued a significant loan to the Friends of Tybee Theater to help with the restoration of the Tybee Post Theater. Consider the development
of a public arts center/artist incubator center. X Tybee Arts Center Support Preservation of Buckley property. X X Continue to support Lighthouse Museum. X Examine potential to use the
Tybee Gymnasium for art showings, craft fairs, and/or artist’s space. X Gym is used for recreation and for local plays. NATURAL RESOURCES Develop complete GIS inventory of City’s natural
resources. X A partial tree inventory was completed with a forestry grant and entered into GIS in 2009. Prioritize acquisition and preservation of greenspace, parks and conservation
easements. X Create linkages between green space, parks, cultural, and historic interest points. X The new bicycle/pedestrian path along hwy 80 will add an important connection. Identify
various tools that support preservation efforts such as grants, conservation easements, etc. X Continue to implement the NPDES Phase I MS4 Permit SWMP. X Public works continues to implement
in partnership with MPC/Chatham County. $40,000 in improvements per year.
Short Term Work Program Update -City of Tybee Island Page 7 of 17 ** Currently underway or temporarily postponed activities or projects appear in the “new” STWP. Project Description
Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** Implement a citywide bacteria monitoring program
to identify the source of bacteria contamination on the beaches. X Bacteria and beach water quality is monitored via a partnership with Coastal Environmental Services, EPD and Chatham
County. Implement a sanitary sewer inspection and rehabilitation program in compliance with NPDES requirements. X As needed upgrades are made. Master Plan has been created for prioritized
repairs. Develop a water conservation program that meets requirements of the Coastal Plan for Saltwater intrusion. X In place. Implement water conservation program that meets requirements
of the Coastal Plan for Saltwater intrusion. X The City adopted a tiered water rate schedule and removed beach showers to reduce water usage to the 2006 water withdrawal levels. Provide
education to visitors on natural resource protection efforts including: recycling, water conservation, stormwater pollution, and respect of marine and marsh life. X This is accomplished
through literature provided at the visitors center and city hall. Also promoted through social media. Keep Tybee Tidy marketing campaign currently being promoted. BHT has a grant for
anti-litter, debris and recycling usage and awareness. Develop a targeted education program from developers that cover topics such as E & S control, buffers, tree protection and stormwater
management. X 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.
X A Community garden started on city property for the public in 2010. The garden is a demonstration project for water reuse. 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. X Signs have been placed at multiple beach access points by Marine Science
Center and the city. Continue to work with DNR for wetlands/marsh protection X As part of the Land Code Update, review Tree Ordinance; develop incentives to promote the retention of
trees as opposed to removal and replacement. X Sixty percent of Island’s tree canopy is inventoried in the City’s GIS. Target date for completion is 2012. Support Marine Science Center
Relocation. X City has SPLOST funds set aside for new building.
Short Term Work Program Update -City of Tybee Island Page 8 of 17 ** Currently underway or temporarily postponed activities or projects appear in the “new” STWP. Project Description
Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** Continue to support work of Marine Science Center.
X The City contributes to the TIMSC annually with funding, project assistance and space. Continue urban reforestation program. X Public Works Department developed a partnership with
Savannah Tree Foundation to plant native trees on the Island. Continue to monitor drainage issues in dunes. X Continue to seek funding and implement beach renourishment. X City sets
aside SPLOST and general fund money each year for funding the next renourishment and looks for other funding sources. Promote the use of native plants/xeriscape through the development
of landscaping guidelines. X Update the Solid Waste Management Plan. X FACILITIES & SERVICES Conduct a study to determine the carrying capacity of the Island as it relates to infrastructure
and natural resources. X Need funding from DCA or other source for study. Develop a capital improvement plan to be implemented in conjunction with road rehabilitation X The city has
a 5-year resurfacing plan currently underway that is dependent on funding. As part of carrying capacity study, develop a water supply contingency plan that evaluates and plans for alternative
sources. X City staff and engineer are evaluating alternative water supply sources. Develop a wayfinding & educational sign system that is Island-wide and has a theme or “brand”. X Conduct
a GIS inventory of the number of shallow wells and septic tanks on the Island. X Prioritized the GIS inventory of city’s infrastructure, parking spaces and trees. Plan to inventory these
as funds are available. Assess viability of building more permanent and/or temporary public restrooms. X Two mobile bathrooms were installed on the southend for public use due to FEMA
requirements. Permanent public restrooms are located at the southend and the north beach area. Public parks and the Back River Fishing Pier also have permanent public restrooms. Explore
the potential to bury power lines. X Cost of this item is prohibitive. Produce information packets for residents and visitors. X . Work with YMCA to develop programs at the gym. X The
YMCA hosts Friday Night Skate Night for the youth.
Short Term Work Program Update -City of Tybee Island Page 9 of 17 ** Currently underway or temporarily postponed activities or projects appear in the “new” STWP. Project Description
Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** Support continued planning and program development
for the Rivers End Campground to attract visitors in the off season. X Program Planning/Facilitation is implemented via volunteer, seasonal Camp Host. Off-season programming duties promoted
by Campground staff. Continue to upgrade sidewalks /public facilities to be ADA compliant X $165,000 in TE Grant and City funding has been spent on sidewalk upgrades. $40,000 of SPLOST
funds were spent in 2011 on MOBI Mats for accessibility to the beach. City Hall restrooms improved for ADA accessibility in 2011. Continue upgrade of sewer collection system; improve
efficiency, reduce stormwater intrusion and explore feasibility of connecting existing septic systems users to the treatment facility. X System is updated frequently. Approximately ten
residential dwellings have been removed from septic. Continue to plan for wastewater treatment plant expansion X 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. X Without expansion of treatment plant, sources
of reuse water are limited. Make improvements to the public works complex. X Storage capacity at the complex has been increased. Continue to maintain/replace as necessary all public
works equipment. X Public Works Department maintains a CIP to replace equipment as necessary. Develop a stormwater master plan to address drainage issues. X As part of master plan, investigate
potential for locating permanent drainage structures through dunes. X After completion of master plan, make recommended improvements to Storm Drainage System. X Public Works completed
the 14th th Street drainage project to handle a 50 year flood. Overall storage capacity has been increased 40%. Convert all drainage and water & sewer data to digital GIS format. X Develop
conceptual design & architectural drawings for project to replace Public Safety Facility. X Safety Committee appointed by City Council is analyzing a design build program for a new facility.
Replace Parking Services Building on Tybrisa Street; add Lifeguard Station to new facility as part of Tybrisa/Strand Streetscape. X Investigate potential to reinstall portions of the
Strand boardwalk. X This issue was examined during Tybrisa /Strand streetscape project, and it was decided boardwalk would not be installed, but a wide sidewalk installed instead. Update
dune crossovers. X Public Works Department has a Master schedule in place to replace two or three crossovers per year.
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Completed Currently Underway ** Postponed ** Not Accomplished ** Explanation for postponement /not accomplished project /activity ** INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION Work with Chatham
Area Transit and other local governments to identify remote park and ride sites. X Included as a partner in Highway 80 Challenge Study. BHT and CRC developed and implemented a shuttle
service from Savannah to Tybee. Continue to participate in regional transportation efforts. X 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. X City employees participated in Hurricane Gilligan exercise in 2010.
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UPDATE (pages 11 – 17) Project Description 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Responsible Party Total Cost Estimate Funding Source POPULATION Develop a tourism marketing campaign that focuses
on drawing identified tourist groups to the Island. X X X X X Tourism Council, BHT $100,000 Tourism Council As part of carrying capacity study determine sufficiency of services and facilities
for the aging population. X X City, BHT $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. X X X X X City, Tourism Council, BHT $25,000 General Fund, DCA, H/M Tax Work with various rental agencies, realtors,
hotels/bed and breakfast establishments to distribute the packet to island visitors. X X X X X Tourism Council Staff Time H/M Tax, General Fund ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Reactivate the DDA
upon completion of the Market Study. X City, BHT $50,000 DNR, General Fund Prepare economic development plan for business district. Consider identified issues and opportunities for economic
development. X X City, BHT $75,000 City, DCA Evaluate potential for an Urban Redevelopment plan and creation of an enterprise zone. X X X City Staff Time General Fund Support the development
of heritage tourism. X X X X X City, Tourism Council, BHT Staff Time, Grants National Parks Service, DCA Provide assistance to new businesses developing on the Island. X X X X X City,
BHT $10,000/year General Fund Develop a strong working relationship with Savannah Development & Renewal Authority. X X X X X City, BHT Staff Time General Fund Work with the Tourism Council
and local business groups to encourage revitalization of business district. X X X X X City, BHT, Tourism Council Staff Time General Fund Encourage the development of “off season” events
and activities. X X X X X City, BHT, Tourism Council Staff Time General Fund
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2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Responsible Party Total Cost Estimate Funding Source Develop and promote eco-tourism businesses and resources. X X X X X City, BHT, Tourism Council Staff Time
General Fund Investigate potential for developing a convention center on the Island. X X City, BHT, Tourism Council Staff Time General Fund Encourage small conventions to locate on the
Island during off-season. X X X X X City, BHT, Tourism Council Staff Time General Fund Implement beautification /façade improvements in business districts through a revolving loan program.
X X X X X City, BHT $10,000 DCA HOUSING Develop recommendations for new development, redevelopment, and restoration that address mass, scale and density of development. X X City $65,000
DCA, City Ensure that new development is consistent with the character of the neighborhood as defined in the Master Plan. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Consider adopting a standard
for maximum lot coverage. X X City Staff Time General Fund Consider allowing upstairs residential development in commercial areas, if the use is primarily commercial. X X 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. X X City Staff Time General
Fund LAND USE Update Land Development Code in accordance with recommendation of the Task Force and vision of this Plan. X X X X X City $65,000 DCA, City As part of the update, restrict
residential down-zoning in commercial areas. X X City $65,000 DCA, City As part of the update, ensure zoning regulations are consistent with the Master Plan. X X X X X City $65,000 DCA,
City Improve the level of code enforcement. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Educate residents about zoning, allowable land uses, and the rezoning process. X X X X X City Staff
Time General Fund Develop and adopt a Catastrophic Disaster Rebuild Plan for the Island. X X City $80,000 DCA
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2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Responsible Party Total Cost Estimate Funding Source Develop a comprehensive GIS database for the City. X X X X X City $45,000 General Fund, ESRI, SPLOST, ACOE
TRANSPORTATION Conduct transportation
engineering study in accordance with issues & opportunities identified in this Plan. X X X X X City, CUTS $75,000 General Fund, DCA As part of this study, explore possibility of taking
control of Butler/Highway 80. X X X 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. X X X 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. X X X City, CUTS $125,000 General Fund, DCA, GDOT As part of this study, investigate potential to make Highway 80 a toll road. X X X 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. X X X City, CUTS $125,000 General Fund, DCA, GDOT As part of this study, investigate feasibility
of using commercial parking lots for public parking. X X X City, CUTS $125,000 General Fund, DCA, GDOT As part of this study, develop “peak use” contingency for parking. X X X City,
CUTS $125,000 General Fund, DCA, GDOT Coordinate with GDOT to ensure that any widening of the Lazaretto Creek bridge includes a separate bike lane X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund
Encourage development of the bikeway to connect Tybee Island with Wilmington Island X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund As part of Land Code Update, develop zoning overlay to require
easements from property owners along Highway80 to complete the Tybee/Wilmington Island bikeway. X X City $65,000 DCA, City Develop multi-use paths throughout the City. X X X X X City
$150,000 General Fund, DCA, DNR, State, GDOT
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2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Responsible Party Total Cost Estimate Funding Source Support and Implement beautification and streetscaping along Butler Avenue/Highway 80 X X X X X City $250,000
GDOT Bring level of service up to streets designated use. X X X X X City $1 million/year SPLOST, General Fund, GDOT Clearly define parking requirements for seasonal rentals and educate
visitors about requirements. X X X X X City, Tourism Council, BHT Staff Time General Fund Educate residents and visitors about transportation related ordinances, alternative transit,
and alternative transportation routes. X X X X X City, Tourism Council, BHT Staff Time General Fund CULTURAL & HISTORIC RESOURCES Revisit the potential for establishing “Local Historic
Districts” on the Island. X X City Staff Time General Fund As part of Land Code Update, review and and update section 14 of Tybee’s Land Development Code. X X City $65,000 DCA, City
Use Historic Review Committee to determine appropriate design guidelines X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Pursue Certified Local Government Status. X X City Staff Time General
Fund Establish a GIS inventory of historic structures. X X City $45,000 General Fund, ESRI, SPLOST, SAGIS Educate residents and developers with regard to cost effective materials, treatments
X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Work with historic preservation groups to seek funding to assist with restoration projects X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Educate owners
of historic structures about economic benefits such as tax credits, conservation easements, tax freezes, etc. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Support the City’s Arts Commission
and the development of additional cultural resources. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Continue to support the renovation of Guard House Tybee Post Theatre. X X X X X City $50,000
SPLOST Consider the development of a public arts center/artist incubator center. X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Continue to support Lighthouse Museum. X X X X X City $25,000/year
General Fund
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2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Responsible Party Total Cost Estimate Funding Source NATURAL RESOURCES Develop complete GIS inventory of City’s natural resources. X X City $45,000 General Fund,
ESRI, SPLOST Prioritize acquisition and preservation of greenspace, parks and conservation easements. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Create linkages between green space, parks,
cultural, and historic interest points. X X X X X City $150,000 General Fund, GDOT, DCA, County, DNR, State Identify various tools that support preservation efforts such as grants, conservation
easements, etc. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Continue to implement the NPDES Phase I MS4 Permit SWMP. X X X X X City, MPC, County $25,000 General Fund Implement a citywide
bacteria monitoring program to identify the source of bacteria contamination on the beaches. X X X X X City $25,000 DNR, General Fund Implement a sanitary sewer inspection and rehabilitation
program in compliance with NPDES requirements. X X X X X City $440,000 SPLOST Provide education to visitors on natural resource protection efforts including: recycling, water conservation,
stormwater pollution, and respect of marine and marsh life. X X X X X City, Tourism Council, BHT $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. X X X X X 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. X X X X X City $65,000 DCA, City 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. X X X X X City $50,000 DNR, General Fund Continue
to work with DNR for wetlands/marsh protection X X X X X 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. X X City $65,000 DCA, City Support Marine Science Center Relocation. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund SPLOST Continue to support
work of Marine Science Center. X X X X X City $50,000/year General Fund
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2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Responsible Party Total Cost Estimate Funding Source Continue urban reforestation program. X X X X X City Varies General Fund, “Palms Up” user fees Continue
to monitor drainage issues in dunes. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Continue to seek funding and implement beach renourishment. X X X X X 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. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund FACILITIES
& SERVICES Conduct a study to determine the carrying capacity of the Island as it relates to infrastructure and natural resources. X X City $45,000 DNR, ACOE, General Fund Develop a
capital improvement plan to be implemented in conjunction with road rehabilitation X X X X X 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. X X City $45,000 DNR, ACOE, General Fund Conduct a GIS inventory of the number of shallow wells and septic tanks
on the Island. X X City $10,000 DNR, General Fund, Water Systems Council Work with YMCA to develop programs at the gym. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Support continued planning
and program development for the Rivers End Campground to attract visitors in the off season. X X X X X City, Tourism Council $30,000 General Fund, DNR Continue to upgrade sidewalks /public
facilities to be ADA compliant X X X X X 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. X X X X X City $2,225,000 SPLOST Make improvements to the public works complex. X X X X X City $300,000
SPLOST Continue to maintain/replace as necessary all public works equipment. X X X X X City $100,000 General Fund, SPLOST After completion of master plan, make recommended improvements
to Storm Drainage System. X X X X X City $750,000 SPLOST Develop conceptual design & architectural drawings for project to replace Public Safety Facility. X X City $75,000 SPLOST Update
dune crossovers. X X X X X City $100,000 per crossing General Fund, DNR
Short Term Work Program Update -City of Tybee Island Page 17 of 17 ** Currently underway or temporarily postponed activities or projects appear in the “new” STWP. Project Description
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Responsible Party Total Cost Estimate Funding Source INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION Work with Chatham Area Transit and other local governments to identify remote
park and ride sites. X X X City, BHT Staff Time General Fund Continue to participate in regional transportation efforts. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund Coordinate with CEMA,
Chatham County and other local and regional planning agencies to implement Tybee Island’s Hurricane Disaster Management Plan. X X X X X City Staff Time General Fund