HomeMy Public PortalAbout20191010AmendedPacket.pdfMAYOR CITY MANAGER
Jason Buelterman Dr. Shawn Gillen
CITY COUNCIL CLERK OF COUNCIL
Barry Brown, Mayor Pro Tem Jan LeViner
John Branigin
Wanda Doyle CITY ATTORNEY
Julie Livingston Edward M. Hughes
Monty Parks
CITY OF TYBEE ISLAND
P.O. Box 2749 – 403 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, Georgia 31328-2749
(866) 786-4573 – FAX (866) 786-5737
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A G E N D A
REGULAR MEETING OF TYBEE ISLAND CITY COUNCIL
October 10, 2019 at 7:00 PM
Please silence all cell phones during Council Meetings
Consideration of Items for Consent Agenda 6:30PM
Executive Session
Opening Ceremonies
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consideration of the approval of the minutes of the meetings of the Tybee island City Council
1. City Council Minutes, September 26, 2019
Invited Guests
2. Frank McColm, Grant Administrator, HMGP
Consideration of Approval of Consent Agenda
Consideration of Local Requests & Applications – Funding, Special Events, Alcohol License
3. Alcohol License Request: Special Event-Beer, Liquor and Wine-Tybee Wine
Festival(Pickin' and Shuckin' with Beer and Bubbles); 10 Van Horne/Tybee Post Theater;
Friday, May 1, 2020
4. Special Event-Beer, Wine and Liquor-Tybee Wine Festival (The Grand Wine Tasting),
YMCA Gym, Old School Cafeteria, Memorial Park; Saturday, May 2, 2020
Sec. 6-12 Sec. 54-70
5. Agenda Request: H & K Event Management -Alcohol License Request: Beer, Wine, and
Liquor; 1401 Strand Ave (Event Facility at top of Hotel Tybee, in old Grandview location)
Council, Officials and City Attorney Considerations and Comments
6. Jason Buelterman: Approval to do an RFP for a GEFA Solar Project at the Water/Sewer
Facility
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P.O. Box 2749 – 403 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, Georgia 31328-2749
(866) 786-4573 – FAX (866) 786-5737
www.cityoftybee.org
Executive Session
Discuss litigation, personnel and real estate
Possible vote on litigation, personnel and real estate discussed in executive session
Adjournment
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participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities are
required to contact Jan LeViner at 912.472.5080 promptly to allow the City to make reasonable accommodations
for those persons.
*PLEASE NOTE: Citizens wishing to speak on items listed on the agenda, other than public hearings,
should do so during the citizens to be heard section. Citizens wishing to place items on the council
meeting agenda must submit an agenda request form to the City Clerk’s office by Thursday at 5:00PM
prior to the next scheduled meeting. Agenda request forms are available outside the Clerk’s offi ce at City
Hall and at www.cityoftybee.org.
THE VISION OF THE CITY OF TYBEE ISLAND
“is to make Tybee Island the premier beach community in which to live, work, and play.”
THE MISSION OF THE CITY OF TYBEE ISLAND
“is to provide a safe, secure and sustainable environment by delivering superior services through responsible
planning, preservation of our natural and historic resources, and partnership with our community to ensure
economic opportunity, a vibrant quality of life, and a thriving future.”
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P.O. Box 2749 – 403 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, Georgia 31328-2749
(866) 786-4573 – FAX (866) 786-5737
www.cityoftybee.org
Item Attachment Documents:
1. City Council Minutes, September 26, 2019
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City Council Minutes, September 26, 2019
Consideration of Items for Consent Agenda
Mayor Buelterman called the consent agenda to order at 6:30PM on September 26, 2019.
Those present were Julie Livingston, Monty Parks, John Branigin, Wanda Doyle, and Barry
Brown. Also attending were Dr. Shawn Gillen, City Manager; Bubba Hughes, City
Attorney; Dana Braun, Ellis, Painter, Ratterree and Adams; George Shaw, Director,
Community Development; and Janet LeViner, Clerk of Council.
Mayor Buelterman listed the following items on the consent agenda:
Minutes: City Council Meeting, August 8, 2019
Minutes: City Council Meeting, August 22, 2019
Kelly Swope: Appointment to the Development Authority/Main Street Board of
Directors
Special Event Application: Lights on for Tybee/Christmas Parade Discussion: Ms.
Doyle stated the Public Safety Committee had this on their agenda as the Main
Street would like to do a night parade. The Public Safety Committee recommended
doing a night parade on Friday, December 6, 2019. On Saturday, December 7,
2019 the Tybee Island YMCA will have a Christmas Party to include a visit from
Santa Clause.
T-Mobile Lease Renewal, 4th Amendment to Water Tower Attachment Lease
Agreement. $4,341.19
Sprint Amendment to Lease: First Amendment to Water Tower Lease Agreement
Memorandum of Understanding, 2020 Census. Discussion: Dr. Gillen stated
this is an agreement with Chatham County and the expenditure for this is $790.00.
Approval for LMIG Road Resurfacing, Preferred Materials, $185,416.19.
Discussion: Dr. Gillen stated the roads involved are: (1) Old Highway 80; (2)
5th Street between the YMCA, Butler to Jones; (3) Lovell; and (4) paving on 17th
where the sewer project is taking place.
Out of State Travel - Jan LeViner, City Clerk, October 15 - 16, Dayton, Ohio,
Athenian Dialogue. Line Item: 100.1130.52.3700/3500
ADT Commercial Security Proposal: Old School Building. Discussion: Mr.
Hughes recommended the contracts be approved subject to the resolution of
pending issues, compliance with Georgia Law as the City can only contract for a
year with right of renewal, in the contract.
ADT Commercial Security Proposal: City Hall. Discussion: Mr. Hughes
recommended the contracts be approved subject to the resolution of pending
issues, compliance with Georgia Law as the City can only contract for a year with
right of renewal, in the contract.
Tourism Study - Partnership with GA Southern University & Visit Savannah. Total
Cost $12,500 paid for from 100-1320-52-1201
This agenda item is requesting that City Council approve an amendment to the
FY2020 budget in the General Fund to cover lease and maintenance costs for a
building security system at City Hall. This agenda item is requesting that City
Council approve an amendment to the FY2020 budget in the General Fund to cover
lease and maintenance costs for a building security system at City Hall.
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agenda before them tonight. Ms. Livingston agreed and would like to see on a future
agenda for a vote.
Kathryn Williams approached Mayor and Council to speak in support of the proposed
Ordinance, 2019-14, Sec 42-60, Balloons/Chinese Lantern Release. This will assist in
keeping the beach and community clean. Ms. Williams also spoke to the Consent Agenda
as she feels the meeting should begin at 6:30PM so the public have an opportunity to
speak to all items on the agenda. Mayor Buelterman clarified, if anyone would like to
speak to an item that was included on the consent agenda, he will remove so everyone
will have an opportunity to speak. Ms. Williams then commended Ms. Rosner for her
work ethic and customer skills with her position with the City. Mayor Buelterman thanked
Ms. Williams for her comments.
Anna Beaugard, 817 First Street, approached Mayor and Council to speak in favor of
banning casino boats at Lazaretto as the uses for the Maritime District are outlined in the
Master Plan. Mayor Buelterman thanked Ms. Beaugard for her comments.
Anna Butler, 1212 5th Avenue, approached Mayor and Council to speak in favor of the
Master Plan Implementation Committee to continue and not disband. Ms. Butler feels it
would be beneficial with the potential new council members to work with the Planning
Commission so they can become familiar with the Master Plan. Ms. Butler stated she is
also in favor of starting the meetings at 6:30PM so everyone has an opportunity to speak
on all agenda items. Mayor Buelterman thanked Ms. Butler for her comments and
concerns.
Julie Livingston made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Wanda Doyle
seconded. Vote was unanimous, 5-0.
Public Hearings
Requesting To Rebuild Structure With 3 Foot Rear And 2 Foot Side Setbacks -
302 Tenth Street -Zone R-2 -40006 09003 -Owner Anthony P. Russo Applicant
Natalie Aiken. George Shaw approached Mayor and Council to explain the agenda
item. He stated the owners would like to demolish the shed in the rear of the property
and build the same exact structure, completely on their property, which would cause the
structure to be in the set-back. They are requesting a variance, 8’ on the rear of the
property and 7’ on the side of the property. Staff and Planning Commission both are
recommending denial. Vote at the Planning Commission was unanimous to deny. Michael
Johnson and Natalie Aiken, representing the owner, approached Mayor and Council.
Mayor Buelterman suspended the public hearing as there are technical issue with their
presentation.
Requesting 3 1/2 Feet on Side and Rear Setbacks -9 Moore Ave -Zone R-1-B -
40002 02012 -Owner RHR Properties, LLC -Applicant Thomas J. Mahoney III.
George Shaw approached Mayor and Council. Mr. Shaw stated the owner purchased
the property and requested to build a garage behind their home which was done. It is
now considered an accessory structure which must be 5’ off the property line and at the
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time of submittal of the plans it was not noticed there was living space above the garage.
The City does not allow a two story accessory structure therefore the owners are
requesting a variance. It is their desire to attach the structure to the main structure and
then ask for a variance for a set-back from the primary structure which is 10’. Basically,
the applicant is requesting 3.5’ off the side and rear set-backs for an attached structure.
Mayor Buelterman confirmed Planning Commission approved this request unanimously.
Mr. Shaw confirmed. Mayor pro tem Brown asked if when the plans were submitted did
they show an area above, i.e., second floor. Mr. Shaw responded, unfortunately he was
out of town when the plans were approved. It was his understanding it was to be a one
story garage. Mr. Hughes stated he has spoken with the applicant and options were
discussed. The best option is to come before the Planning Commission and Mayor and
Council for a variance request. The petitioner feels they do not need to come before
Mayor and Council as they stated it is a one story structure. Ms. Doyle asked if the
Building Inspector was aware of the two story structure. Mr. Shaw responded the Building
Inspector was unaware of the City Code that does not allow a two story accessory
structure. Tom Mahoney representing Wesley and Patsy Hardgrave, approached Mayor
and Council. Mr. Mahoney stated the petitioner are in the process of saving a Ft Screven
cottage at 9 Moore Avenue. Architects were hired to design and save this structure. Mr.
Mahoney stated the structure was lifted out of the floodplain which raised the rec room.
The petitioner raised the structure 8’ rather than the 5’. This was in the plans, approved,
and building permit issued. He stated a Stop Work Order has been issued and he is
proposing to attach the two structures with an overhead walkway. The rec room structure
is now 6.5’ off the side set-back and 6.5’ off the rear set-back and they are now asking
for a 3.5’ variance. This will allow them to complete the project. Mr. Mahoney stated if
the petitioner were to move the structure it would be extremely costly as well as possible
permanent damage to the structure. Kathryn Williams approached Mayor and Council
to speak in favor of this request as it is a true hardship on the petitioner. Ms. Williams
shared her concerns regarding attaching the structure to the main dwelling as she feels
it will set a precedent. Dale Williams, 1101 Second Avenue, approached Mayor and
Council to speak in favor of this request. Mr. Williams stated he is general opposed to
variances but feels this is a true hardship. Mayor Buelterman thanked Mr. Williams for
his comments. Wesley Hardgrave, petitioner, approached Mayor and Council. Mr.
Hardgrave stated they have done everything required by the City and is asking approval
of their petition. Mayor Buelterman thanked Mr. Hardgrave for his comments. Wanda
Doyle made a motion to approve the variance as presented. John Branigin seconded.
Discussion: Mayor Buelterman asked if the petitioner must attach the two structures.
Mayor Buelterman feels it will be an added expense if the petitioner is required to attach
the two structures. He also recommended the City refund the fee for the Variance
Request. Wanda Doyle amended her motion to include refunding the petitioner $250.00
for the cost of a variance request. John Branigin accepted the amended motion. Voting
in favor were Julie Livingston, John Branigin, Wanda Doyle and Barry Brown. Voting
against was Monty Parks. Vote was 4-1 to approve.
Mayor Buelterman resumed the portion of the Public Hearing for Requesting To
Rebuild Structure With 3 Foot Rear And 2 Foot Side Setbacks -302 Tenth Street
-Zone R-2 -40006 09003 -Owner Anthony P. Russo Applicant Natalie Aiken.
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Mayor Buelterman confirmed the technical portion of their presentation is now working.
Mr. Johnson stated this case represents an owner who has purchased property and the
property is zoned to allow a duplex. The current living unit is in poor condition and sits
over the property line. The owner’s intent is to rebuild the unit, however they would like
to move within the property lines and maintain a 3’ side and create a 2’ rear buffer that
it is currently over the property line. Mr. Johnson stated the reason to move to the
proposed location is there is a rather large Live Oak tree on the property and they do not
want to build in the root system of the tree. He further stated this has no effect on the
rear neighbor as they are blocked by their shed and the side neighbor is in favor. Mr.
Johnson presented a letter in support. He continued, when the structure was rebuilt, the
intent is to build to current Code to include flood elevation. Mr. Parks asked if the
structure will have living quarters. Mr. Johnson confirmed and stated the lot is zoned for
duplex. He also stated they will not do any major renovation to the main cottage. Ms.
Doyle asked the hardship. Mr. Johnson responded they cannot shift the structure back
on to the property any further without getting into the tree root structure and risk losing
the very large Live Oak in the back of the property. Mr. Branigin stated the property was
purchased in 2018 with full knowledge the accessory structure was 2’ across the property
line. Mr. Johnson confirmed. He further stated the petitioner had full intention of
rebuilding the unit. Monty Parks made a motion to deny. John Branigin seconded.
Vote was unanimous, 5-0 to deny.
Consideration of Bids, Contracts, Agreements and Expenditures
Marine Science Center. Mr. Hughes stated he added this to the agenda in
anticipation of having the lease prepared. This will possibly be two leases in light of the
Marine Science Center using property that has been donated by the Mackels for that
purpose. Details are still being worked on. Mr. Hughes anticipates the lease(s) will be
on the agenda for November 7, 2019.
Consideration of Ordinances
Resolution: Marsh Hen Trail. Mayor Buelterman stated this is extending the
project so the City is eligible for funding. Dr. Gillen confirmed and stated this is the grant
for Phase II. Mr. Shaw stated the designs are completed and out for bid. The Resolution
keeps the City interested in the project for the second phase. Mayor Buelterman stated
with Phase 1, it was his understanding that Deb Barreiro was going to come to a meeting
and explain how Mayor and Council can complete Phase 1 using DPW. Mayor pro tem
Brown explained cost saving ways to complete Phase I. Dr. Gillen stated DPW has been
working in the area by clearing the vegetative debris and trimming shrubs as
recommended by DNR. White rock has not been placed as of yet. Ms. Doyle expressed
her concerns with the project. She would like to know what the City’s next steps are.
Ms. Doyle would like to move forward. Mr. Parks stated the reason this item is on the
agenda is to determine if the City wants to continue with the grant process for Phase I
or to do the work with staff. Dr. Gillen confirmed. Mayor pro tem Brown stated the fence
needs to be built as residents will begin to use if the fence is in place. Dr. Gillen stated
as part of the work for Phase I, staff will begin on the fence. Mr. Parks recommended
this be sent back to Infrastructure Committee and make the recommendation the City
forego the $200,000 grant and pursue Phase II like we are doing Phase I and focus on
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the fence. Mayor Buelterman confirmed and stated he would like to continue to interface
with DOT. He then stated, he is going to remove the Resolution from the agenda and
send to the Infrastructure Committee for their recommendations regarding moving
forward.
First Reading, 2019-14, Sec 42-60, Balloons/Chinese Lantern Release. Mr.
Parks thanked Mayor and Council for considering the proposed ordinance. He stated
this is specified in the Beach Rules and Applications that these types of materials are not
allowed and would like it to be in ordinance format for codification. He would ask Mr.
Hughes to expand the definition to include other like names used in lieu of “Chinese
Lanterns”. Monty Parks made a motion to approve for second reading. Julie
Livingston seconded. Motion was unanimous, 5-0 to approve.
Council, Officials and City Attorney Considerations and Comments
Bubba Hughes stated included in the Packet before Mayor and Council tonight is
a Resignation/Agreement Angela Hudson. This document has been signed by Ms.
Hudson and she has a seven day Right of Revocation which would not expire until after
Friday, September 27, 2019. His recommendation would be that it be approved after her
Right of Revocation has expired without having been exercised. Wanda Doyle made a
motion to approve. Monty Parks seconded. Voting in favor were Julie Livingston, Monty
Parks, John Branigin and Wanda Doyle. Voting against was Barry Brown. Motion to
approve, 4-1.
Barry Brown would like an Update on the TIPD status on starting pay as it is his
understanding the Finance Committee was going to discuss. Dr. Gillen stated the Public
Safety Committee has been looking at an RFP. It will be split into two phases, a Class
and Comp Study for Public Safety which will be done first and everyone else second. The
RFP is completed and will go out next week. Questions will be back to Staff on October
29; proposals due November 19th; open the proposals that day; evaluation period of
seven days; recommendation to Mayor and Council on the December 12, 2019 City
Council Meeting; and Notification of Award on December 13th. He continued project
completion for Part I, Public Safety, is due to the City on March 2, 2020 and project
completion for Part II due on June 1, 2020. This will enable Mayor and Council to address
the Public Safety issue and deal with budget increases during the budget cycle. Mayor
pro tem Brown expressed his concerns with the time frame as officers may leave the City
for higher paying positions or officers will not apply to the City due to lower salary. Mayor
Buelterman thank Dr. Gillen for his work with this item.
Barry Brown stated he has residents on Lewis Avenue ask him to have Halloween on
Lewis Avenue on Saturday following Halloween and Memorial Park on Halloween
night. Dr. Gillen stated he was not aware of the wishes of the residents on Lewis Avenue.
Mayor pro tem Brown asked Dr. Gillen to reach out to those residents. Dr. Gillen stated
the Tybee Island Police Officers did canvas those residents and it is their desire to have
Halloween on October 31st. A candy donation barrel has been placed at City Hall as well
as the Police Department to be distributed to the residents as in the past.
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Wanda Doyle asked Mr. Hughes in regards to the Maritime District Permitted Use
to ensure the proper wording is included in the proposed ordinance so there is not an
issue if a casino boat should come back to the Island. Ms. Doyle confirmed this would
go to the Planning Commission for their recommendations. Mr. Hughes stated he has
drafted a proposed ordinance and it does include eliminating the passenger cruise line
section and would recommend including a section requiring Special Review for certain
uses within the District. Ms. Doyle would like this presented to the Planning Commission
at their October meeting and to be heard by Mayor and Council in November. Mayor
Buelterman confirmed the proposed ordinance would not ban casino boats outright but
require they go through Special Review process. Mr. Hughes stated he feels it is a mistake
to ban a particular industry that does not have any more potential impact on land base
component as would a Charter Boat for fishing. The activity performed on the boat is one
thing that concerns him. Mayor pro tem Brown wants to ensure that any change to the
ordinance will not affect the dredging vessels. Mr. Hughes confirmed. Mayor Buelterman
thanked Ms. Doyle for bringing this to the attention of Mayor and Council.
Wanda Doyle asked Dr. Gillen to give an Update on plan for new restrooms at
Jaycee Park. Dr. Gillen stated Greenline Architecture submitted a floor plan and a
meeting has been scheduled to finalize the details so it can go out to bid. He stated he
will reach out to Greenline to confirm as it is his goal to have the restrooms completed
during the off season. Mayor pro tem Brown asked Dr. Gillen to check with Greenline as
to the cost of slabbing the building above floodplain. Dr. Gillen confirmed.
Wanda Doyle gave an update on the Public Safety Committee. Ms. Doyle stated
the Public Safety Committee did discuss the one-way proposal for Meddin Drive. There
was a Town Hall Meeting that was attended by approximately 100 people from the area.
It was a very productive discussion with good suggestions. Suggestions were taken and
went to the Public Safety Committee for their recommendations. The Committee then
created an Action Item List moving forward. The next discussion item was “speed humps”
not speed bumps. This will be a traffic calming. It is the goal of the Committee to get
two “speed humps” on a trial basis. The Committee also is looking to improve the
purchasing of replacement batteries. They are looking at Axion to assist in this matter
as they are expensive. Axion already have a contract with the City regarding Tasers and
feels this will be cost effective for the City.
Monty Parks gave an update Administrative Fines. Mr. Parks stated it is his intent
to take certain offenses and move from one category to another. This would make such
offenses as dogs on the beach, glass on the beach, and possibly people on the sand bar
administrative fines rather than civil offenses. Offenders would be issued a citation much
like a parking ticket and issued by someone that is not a full police officer. Mr. Parks
asked Mr. Hughes if he had an update. Mr. Hughes asked Mayor and Council to send
him the offenses they would like included in this. He stated in his opinion most of the
possible violations are beach related incidents. Mr. Parks confirmed. Ms. Doyle stated
she spoke with Dr. Gillen previously recommending a Beach Division Department
structured much like the Parking Department. In this way it takes the Court out of the
process. Mr. Parks responded this would be friendlier as warnings could be issued and if
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the offender does not comply, a ticket could be issued. Ms. Livingston expressed her
concerns as issuing a beach violation is very different from placing a parking ticket on a
windshield. Mayor Buelterman is concerned as to how a violation of a parent having a
glass bottle of apple juice, how would this be affected. Mr. Parks stated there could b e
a warning and if no compliance a ticket would be issued but at a much lower fee than if
issued by a police officer as there are no court fines associated with the ticket. Also,
Ocean Rescue and lifeguards could issue violations. Mr. Hughes will work with Mayor
and Council on those violations they want included in the proposed ordinance.
Monty Parks asked Dr. Gillen for an Update regarding Adding individual
registration numbers for STVR's. Mr. Parks stated when the registration form was
setup previously, a space was left on the form for an individual registration number. He
would now like to take advantage of the option and asked Dr. Gillen to add a number for
each STVR that gets a registration and add that number to the application. This number
would be required to be on advertisements, brochures, on-line, etc. In this way there
would be a way to track the STVR’s to ensure they are registered with the City. Dr. Gillen
responded every STVR registered with the City has a unique number assigned to the unit.
It would take an ordinance change to require STVR’s to use those numbers in their
advertising, brochures and on-line. Ms. Doyle stated she did speak with Mr. Shaw
regarding a software program that would track registration. Mr. Branigin added, if M ayor
and Council are looking at updating the STVR Ordinance he would like the portion
regarding signage changed so that signage must be visible from the street. There are
companies posting signs that are very small and the contact number cannot be read. Mr.
Hughes is to come back with a change to the ordinance that would include requiring a
unique registration number on all advertising. Mr. Hughes responded it would be a
location number. Mr. Parks confirmed.
George Shaw approached Mayor and Council to give an update on the Approval of
Grant Administrator for HMGP. Mr. Shaw stated a scoring matrix was done and MC
McColm was the company chosen for the Grant Administrator. The cost of this is up to
$200,000 but roughly a little less than $8,000 per unit and this is a reimbursable fee.
Monty Parks made a motion to approve. Wanda Doyle seconded. Discussion: Mr.
Hughes asked there be a motion to authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement once
approved. Monty Parks amended his motion to approve and authorize the Mayor to
sign the Agreement upon approval of Mr. Shaw/Dr. Gillen and Mr. Hughes. Wanda
Doyle seconded the amended motion. Vote was unanimous to approve, 5-0.
Julie Livingston made a motion to go to Executive Session to discuss litigation and
personnel. Monty Parks seconded.
Monty Parks made a motion to return to regular session. Wanda Doyle seconded.
Vote was unanimous, 5-0.
Barry Brown made a motion to adjourn. John Branigin seconded. Vote was
unanimous, 5-0.
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Meeting adjourned at 9:35PM.
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Janet R. LeViner, CMC
Clerk
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3. Alcohol License Request: Special Event-Beer, Liquor and Wine-Tybee Wine
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4. Special Event-Beer, Wine and Liquor-Tybee Wine Festival (The Grand Wine Tasting),
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5. Agenda Request: H & K Event Management -Alcohol License Request: Beer, Wine, and
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6. Jason Buelterman: Approval to do an RFP for a GEFA Solar Project at the Water/Sewer
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