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MAYOR CITY MANAGER Shirley Sessions Dr. Shawn Gillen CITY COUNCIL CLERK OF COUNCIL Barry Brown, Mayor Pro Tem Jan LeViner John Branigin Jay Burke CITY ATTORNEY Nancy DeVetter Edward M. Hughes Spec Hosti 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 www.cityoftybee.org A G E N D A REGULAR MEETING OF TYBEE ISLAND CITY COUNCIL August 12, 2021 at 6:30 PM Please silence all cell phones during Council Meetings Consideration of Items for Consent Agenda 6:30PM Opening Ceremonies Call to Order Invocation: Jan LeViner, Clerk of Council Pledge of Allegiance Announcements Consideration of the approval of the minutes of the meetings of the Tybee island City Council 1. Minutes: July 8, 2021, City Council Meeting Citizens to be Heard: Please limit comments to 3 minutes. Maximum allowable times of 5 minutes. 2. Chairman Chester Ellis, Chatham County Commission: The One Chatham Initiative 3. Mack Kitchens: STVR and Property Rights for Residents If there is anyone wishing to speak to anything on the agenda other than the Public Hearings, please come forward. Please limit your comments to 3-5 minutes. Consideration of Approval of Consent Agenda Public Hearings 4. Tybee Island Comprehensive Plan 5. SPECIAL REVIEW: Build Boardwalk Crossover – 708 Butler Ave. – 40005 20006 – Zone R-2 – Heath Shelton Habersham Development, LLC 6. TEXT AMENDMENT: Amendment to Tree Ordinance. 7. VARIANCE: Rear Addition to residence – 3 Kingry St. – 40019 03006 – Zone R-2 – Anne K. Smith, Architect for Owner (Robin Crain) Local Requests and Applications 8. AR Universal LLC dba Frozen Daiquiri-Alcohol and Entertainment License Request- Liquor/Beer/Wine/Sunday Sales - Page 1 - P.O. Box 2749 – 403 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, Georgia 31328-2749 (866) 786-4573 – FAX (866) 786-5737 www.cityoftybee.org Consideration of Bids, Contracts, Agreements and Expenditures 9. Lease for Vac-Truck, $51,862 yearly. 10. River's End Campground: Architectural/Agreement with Greenline Architecture to complete Construction Drawings and Construction Administration for New Workshop/Storage Building. $28,200, line item 555-6180-54-1315. 11. Final 2021 Budget Amendment Consideration of Ordinances, Resolutions 12. Second Reading, 2021-22, Chapter 12, Beaches and Waterways Council, Officials and City Attorney Considerations and Comments 13. Bubba Hughes: Status of Department Management - Leadership: DISCUSSION ONLY 14. Bubba Hughes: Golf Carts DISCUSSION ONLY 15. Bubba Hughes: STVR: Ordinance Amendments DISCUSSION ONLY 16. Bubba Hughes: Resolution: EV Charging Stations and Future Contracts 17. John Branigin: City Gas Pump Update 18. Monty Parks: Discussion of Protected Trees 19. Monty Parks: Liquor License Renewal Fees 20. Shawn Gillen: Beach Crossover Benches 21. Shawn Gillen: Alley 3 - Motorized Vehicle Exemption Minutes of Boards and Committees - FOR INFORMATION ONLY 22. PC-MINUTES-JULY 19-2021 Executive Session Discuss litigation, personnel and real estate Possible vote on litigation, personnel and real estate discussed in executive session Adjournment Individuals with disabilities who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or 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 office 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.” - Page 2 - P.O. Box 2749 – 403 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, Georgia 31328-2749 (866) 786-4573 – FAX (866) 786-5737 www.cityoftybee.org 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.” - Page 3 - File Attachments for Item: 1. Minutes: July 8, 2021, City Council Meeting - Page 4 -Item #1. City Council Minutes, July 8, 2021 Consideration of Items for Consent Agenda Mayor Sessions called the Consent Agenda to order at 6:30PM. Those present were Jay Burke, Monty Parks, John Branigin, Barry Brown, Nancy DeVetter and Spec Hosti. Also attending were Dr. Shawn Gillen, City Manager; Bubba Hughes, City Attorney; Tracy O’Connell, Assistant City Attorney; George Shaw, Director, Community Development; and Lisa Schaaf. Jan LeViner, Clerk of Council was excused. Mayor Sessions listed the following items on the consent agenda: Minutes, Public Hearing, Second Reading of Millage, June 24, 2021 Minutes, Public Hearing and Adoption of FY2022 Budget and Millage, June 24, 2021 Alcohol License Request: Mi Dida 1315 Butler Ave Unit B: Liquor, Beer and Wine-Sale by Drink for Consumption on Premises Only; Sunday Sales by Drink Research Service Agreement No. 47266, Georgia Southern University Awarding of ITB 2021-760, Parking Lot Paving Great America Financial Services Corporation, Folder and Inserter Verizon Mayor Sessions called the regular meeting to order. All those present for the consent agenda were present. Mayor Sessions recognized Judge George Oliver by reading a Proclamation. Judge Ron Ginsberg approached Mayor and Council to accept this award. Judge Ginsberg thanked Mayor and Council for the Proclamation. Opening Ceremonies Call to Order Invocation: Rev. Sue Jackson, Trinity Methodist Church Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Sessions recognized the members of the Tybee Island Fire Department in attendance. She thanked them for their dedication and service to the City. Mayor Sessions also recognized the Tybee Island Ocean Rescue and thanked them as well for their dedication and service to the Island. She explained that Mayor and Council are looking to bring in a temporary Chief/Assistant Chief to the Island while a search for a permanent Chief is completed. Mayor Sessions stated any decision that would be made, would be made in tandem with current firefighters. Citizens to be Heard: Please limit comments to 3 minutes. Maximum allowable times of 5 minutes. Julie Livingston, approached Mayor and Council and referred to the draft contract that is included in the packet before them. She stated members of the Tybee Island Fire Department (TIFD) know the community and are the heart of the community. Ms. Livingston asked Mayor and Council not to outsource or bring in Chatham County Emergency Services (CCES). Mayor Sessions thanked Ms. Livingston for her comments. Madalyn Pearce approached Mayor and Council to speak in favor of not outsourcing services provided by the TIFD. Mayor Sessions thanked Ms. Pearce for her comments. - Page 5 -Item #1. Ken Williams approached Mayor and Council to speak to the Crossover Benches. Mr. Williams expressed his concerns with the permitting of the crossovers. He also offered options for adding the benches to the crossovers. Mayor Sessions thanked Mr. Williams for his comments. Beau Livingston approached Mayor and Council to asked Mayor and Council not to move forward with outsourcing the TIFD as there is not sufficient information for them to make a decision. Mayor Sessions thanked Mr. Livingston. Sam Byers approached Mayor and Council and expressed his concerns with outsourcing the TIFD. Mr. Byers stated his concerns are that CCES will not retain the current staff as well as not be able to meet transportation needs. Mayor Sessions thanked Mr. Byers for his comments. Marie Rodrigues approached Mayor and Council to speak to the TIFD. Ms. Rodrigues asked Mayor and Council to take the time to sit down with members of the TIFD prior to moving forward with an agreement with CCES. Mayor Sessions thanked Ms. Rodrigues for her comments. Jennifer Knots approached Mayor and Council. Ms. Knots submitted questions to Mayor and Council regarding the TIFD. Mayor Sessions thanked Ms. Knots for her questions. Sharon Hosti approached Mayor and Council. Ms. Hosti stated she was employed by CCES and has since retired. Ms. Hosti explained the advantages of outsourcing services to CCES in regards to the ISO rating. Mayor Sessions thanked Ms. Hosti for her comments. Abby Burke approached Mayor and Council to ask they look at all resumes that were submitted to Human Resources for a permanent fire chief, as there are qualified individuals on the Island. Mayor Sessions thanked Ms. Burke for her comments. Julia Pearce approached Mayor and Council stating the beach crossover benches are important to the community as it is not only an important place for residents but also for tourists. Ms. Pearce asked Mayor and Council to reach out to the Department of Natural Resources to get permits to have the benches built. Mayor Sessions thanked Mr. Pearce for her comments. Patricia Leiby approached Mayor and Council to speak in favor of the beach crossover benches. Ms. Leiby asked Mayor and Council to do what they can do to restore the benches on the crossovers. Roger Huff approached Mayor and Council to speak to the proposed ordinance 2021-22, Beaches and Waterways. Mr. Huff continued to speak to the STVR Renewal Fees and the benches on the crossovers. Mayor Sessions thanked Mr. Huff for his comments. Monty Parks made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Spec Hosti seconded. Vote was unanimous to approve, 6-0. Public Hearings Site Plan Approval: Add walk in cooler & renovate deck-106 S. Campbell Ave.–40003 04006–Zone C-2-Ricardo A. Ochoa. George Shaw approached Mayor and Council stating the petitioner, owner of the Sea Wolf, would like to add a walk-in cooler which will not taking up any space such as parking, renovate the deck and add a proper enclosure for the dumpster. Planning Commission and Staff unanimously recommended approval. Ricardo Ochoa approached Mayor and Council. Mr. Ochoa stated they will not be taking any current parking spaces and the Postmaster, Tybee Island Post Office, allows patrons to park in the parking lot after 4:00PM. - Page 6 -Item #1. Nancy DeVetter made a motion to approve. Spec Hosti seconded. Vote was unanimous to approve, 6-0. Variance: build second set of stairs in setback after addition and reduce greenspace – 1209 Butler Ave.–40007 07008–Zone R-2–Jeff Cramer. George Shaw approached Mayor and Council. Mr. Shaw stated this is a single family home on Butler Avenue and above the flood plain. The petitioner would like to add a second floor to the building which would require a second stairway. The first is within the footprint and the second would go into the setback. Staff feels the second stairway could go inside of the footprint of the existing house. Staff and Planning Commission both recommended denial. Mayor Sessions asked Mr. Shaw if there is a hardship. Mr. Shaw stated there is no hardship. Jeff Cramer approached Mayor and Council. Mayor pro tem Brown asked Mr. Cramer if the intent is to have a duplex in a R-2 zone as there is a kitchen on both floors. Mr. Cramer stated no. Mayor pro tem Brown explained he has issues with the request as it could be considered a duplex. Mr. Parks expressed his concerns with the term “elevated” house. Mr. Branigin stated he is not in favor of this request. Ron Ginsburg approached Mayor and Council. Mr. Ginsburg stated this is a family situation and is asking Mayor and Council to be fair as it is not a determent to the community. He continued, it is also a safety issue and would ask Mayor and Council to approve. Mayor Sessions asked Mr. Shaw to read the definition of a variance. Mr. Shaw compiled. Mike Wilson approached Mayor and Council. Mr. Wilson asked Mayor and Council to approve their request. He stated the intent of the small kitchen area is not to cook but to have a convenient place to make coffee and not to cook a full meal. He continued, the bottom floor is not meant to be a living area. Mr. Parks expressed his concerns with the request. Spec Hosti made a motion to approve. Jay Burke seconded. Voting in favor were Spec Hosti, Jay Burke and Barry Brown. Those voting against were John Branigin, Nancy DeVetter, and Monty Parks. Shirley Sessions voting to deny. Motion to approve failed, 3- 4. Monty Parks made a motion to deny. Nancy DeVetter seconded. Those voting in favor to deny were John Branigin, Nancy DeVetter and Monty Parks. Those voting against were Spec Hosti, Jay Burke and Barry Brown. Mayor Sessions voting in favor to deny. Motion to deny, 4-3. Consideration of Ordinances, Resolution First Reading, 2021-22, Chapter 12, Beaches and Waterways. Tracy O’Connell approached Mayor and Council. Ms. O’Connell stated in reviewing Georgia State Law, it was determined the City is not in compliance with our current ordinance. The proposed ordinance will make the City compliant with State Law. She reminded everyone the Pier belongs to Chatham County and it will be their decision, not the City’s, as to fishing off the Pier. Monty Parks made a motion to approve. John Branigin seconded. Vote was unanimous to approve, 6-0. First Reading, 2021-18, Chapter 42-67, Marijuana. Nancy DeVetter addressed the proposed ordinance as this change was requested by the Tybee Island Police Department. The proposed ordinance would reduce marijuana offenses that are misdemeanor amounts. The amount would be set at one (1) ounce and language has been added addressing with the punishment of marijuana going forward and also diminish the impact of previous arrests. Mr. Branigin asked Dr. Gillen the difference between small amount and simple possession. Dr. Gillen did not know but would defer to the attorney. Ms. DeVetter stated it would be the discretion of the arresting officer whether it be a misdemeanor or ticket such as a civil offense. Mr. Hughes stated his understanding is the Municipal Court of Tybee Island routinely, if possession was the only charge, will be treated as disorderly conduct and a possible fine. It is against the law in Georgia to possess any marijuana. He is in agreement with the proposed ordinance. Mr. Branigin stated his concerns are with the expungement of the crime. Mr. Parks expressed expungement of past infractions. Ms. DeVetter responded to Mr. Parks in that before January 2021 you would have to retroactively dismiss charges which would be a benefit. Mr. Burke stated he is not in favor - Page 7 -Item #1. of the proposed ordinance. Monty Parks made a motion to approve on first reading. Nancy DeVetter seconded. Discussion: Mr. Branigin stated prior to second reading he would like more data on the amount of cases so there can be a gauge as to the workload on the Tybee Island Clerk of Court. Ms. DeVetter stated she would like to move forward with first reading and then request of the Clerk of Court as to the suggestion of the time frame they find reasonable and suggestion of how far to go back (number of years and old records). Voting in favor were Spec Hosti, Nancy DeVetter, John Branigin and Monty Parks. Voting against were Jay Burke and Barry Brown. Motion to approve, 4-2. Second Reading, 2021-21, Animals, Chapter 10. Mr. Hughes stated the concerns that have been addressed is the restriction regarding voice commands when the dog is on the owner’s property. Mayor Sessions stated it is important the owners are in control of their pets, i.e., being leashed. Mr. Branigin stated people need to use common sense in this matter. Ms. O’Connell stated the proposed ordinance is very similar to other counties and designed so when you are on your property, you must have voice command, if not on your property the dog must be leashed. John Branigin made a motion to approve. Nancy DeVetter seconded. Vote was unanimous to approve, 6-0. Council, Officials and City Attorney Considerations and Comments Proposed Agreement with Chatham Emergency Management Services (CEMS), formerly known as Southside Fire, to operate or manage the TIFD and possibly the Beach Safety Program. Mayor Sessions stated her understanding of this agenda item is to achieve a temporary solution with a Chief or Assistant Chief that would be on Tybee at the Fire Department for a period of time, maybe 60 or 90 days. For discussion, council members can discuss if they wish to proceed with the thought process; look at other alternatives; or take time to assess the current situation. Ms. DeVetter stated this is the beginning of a discussion not the end. She continued that Mayor and Council need to look at all the options and do in a public forum. Mr. Parks stated that over the years the fire department has moved to a more professional department and better equipped. They have had and continue to have his full support not only with budget but with personnel as well. He does feel that having a “temporary” properly qualified fire chief for a period of 60 – 90 days to act as upper management and to take the burden off the fire fighters so they can do their job. He continued that the position needs to be posted and the job search begin. Mr. Branigin stated he has the upmost respect for all the fire fighters and thanked them for their service. He continued the City needs to have a Chief that meets certain minimum standards and Mayor and Council need to meet that expectation whether it be on a temporary basis most definitely on a permanent basis. The process of hiring someone on a permanent basis is going to take the City some time. He agrees with Mr. Parks that we need options moving forward. Mr. Hosti stated he also agrees with Mr. Parks as to looking at other options with the hiring process. Mayor Sessions confirmed with Dr. Gillen the position has not been posted although individuals have contacted him regarding the position. Mr. Hosti would like qualifications specific to the position. Dr. Gillen confirmed. Mr. Branigin stated it is his understanding Mayor and Council are going to request the City Manager, Dr. Gillen, with assistance from the City Attorney, Mr. Hughes, to come back to Mayor and Council with an expanded list of options, more than CEMS, in a quick period of time as something needs to be done. Mr. Parks stated he would increase the task, broaden the horizon, i.e., look others places other the CEMS. Mr. Burke recommended meeting with Staff and work as a team moving forward. Mayor pro tem Brown confirmed with Mr. Hughes there is an agreement in place with CEMS regarding ambulance service. Mr. Hughes responded the City does not have an agreement outlining there will be an ambulance available to Tybee Island when one is leaving the Island with an emergency. Mayor Session expressed her concerns with only one ambulance on the Island and would like included moving forward. Monty Parks made a motion the City Manager, Dr. Gillen, and the City Attorney, Mr. Hughes, using any and all available resources find an - Page 8 -Item #1. individual to act as an interim upper management with a physical presence on the Island, both chief and assistant chief, come back to August 12, 2021 meeting and post the position and start the process of hiring. Also to allow Mayor and Council to follow a proper intense hiring processes. Section 5 of the draft contract included in the packet before them be dropped from consideration at this time. Nancy DeVetter seconded. Discussion: Mr. Hosti would like to add to the motion: “Mayor and Council receive what qualifications, certifications that a municipal fire chief must have in order to be a fire chief. Mr. Parks accepted his addition to the motion. Ms. DeVetter accepted as well. Vote was unanimous to approve to bring back to August 12, 2021 City Council Meeting, 6-0. Mayor Sessions stated for the record she would like a confidential survey sent to not only to the Fire Department Staff but to the entire Staff to poll them as to the performance of Mayor and Council; what would make their job better; and what would motivate them. She would also like to include learning better communication skills not only with residents; Staff; but each other better. DNR Permit for Beach Crossover Benches. Mayor Sessions asked Dr. Gillen to speak to this agenda item. Dr. Gillen then asked Alan Robertson to approach Mayor and Council. Alan Robertson approached Mayor and Council to explain the process to apply for an application for the benches on the crossovers. The City has been operating under a Letter of Permission (LOP) based on the 1987 expired permit and the perimeters that were set at that time. Mr. Robertson gave a brief history of the Dune Restoration Project to include recent hurricanes and storms that hit the Island. With the damage from the storms, recent re-nourishments and dune restoration, the crossovers would need to be raised. With this, the benches would need to be removed and would not be replaced due to the previous LOP. Mr. Robertson presented slides depicting the crossovers and dune restoration. He stated per the LOP, the City can maintain what is in place but as you maintain you must bring into compliance. Mr. Robertson explained the permitting process and the requirements of DNR. The crossovers would have to be surveyed and the cost would be approximately $5,000 then engineering drawings would need to be done at a cost of each type of crossover, approximately $5,000 each with a total of approximately $20,000 - $40,000 of preliminary work prior to applying for a permit. The swings are not included in this estimate. Staff support is needed to move forward. Mayor Sessions asked Mr. Robertson if other coastline municipalities such as Tybee Island applied for permits associated with their crossovers. Mr. Robertson confirmed Jekyll Island did apply for an ADA crossover permit and received permission to move forward. He reminded Mayor and Council that the City has a good relationship with the DNR and we need to be appreciative of that relationship. Mr. Branigin stated it is the census of Mayor and Council as well as the City to move forward with the permitting process for replacement of the benches to include the swings. There was a brief discussion regarding the number of benches to be replaced as well as the unpermitted swings on the beach. Mr. Robertson reminded Mayor and Council permits are only good for five (5) years. He recommended moving forward with permitting process for the seven (7) benches that were removed. Barry Brown made a motion to proceed with the permitting process to include as many benches as we can do in the next five (5) years and to bring an update to the September 9, 2021 City Council Meeting. Monty Parks seconded. Vote was unanimous to approve to bring back to September 9, 2021 City Council Meeting. Monty Parks seconded. Vote was unanimous, 6-0. STVR Renewal Fees. Dr. Gillen stated the documents in the packets outline three (3) different methods for STVR renewal fees: (1) flat rate; (2) based on bedrooms; and (3) a three tier based occupancy level. He discuss each method and the fee. Mr. Hosti asked what the funds would be used for. Dr. Gillen stated it would go to the general fund specifically for the increasing in cost for public safety. Ms. DeVetter stated in looking at the three tier occupancy, what would be the - Page 9 -Item #1. annual fee for a unit with 1 – 5 occupants. Dr. Gillen if there are two occupants, $220.00; three occupants, $230.00 and so on. Mr. Parks confirmed any choice would require an ordinance change. Dr. Gillen confirmed. Mr. Parks recommended, if choosing the occupancy, there be an occupancy ordinance prior to passing a formula based on occupancy. Mayor pro tem Brown stated in using the flat rate is less complicated in determining how many occupants are in a STVR. Mr. Branigin stated he is uncomfortable as it looks as Mayor and Council are trying to work toward a number. He is in favor of restructuring the fee schedule but does not like moving toward a number. Mr. Hosti stated he does not feel the STVR should bear the full brunt of the increasing public safety costs such as Code Enforcement. Nancy DeVetter made a motion to move forward with the STVR fees based occupancy. John Branigin seconded. Voting in favor were Spec Hosti, Nancy DeVetter, John Branigin and Monty Parks. Voting against were Barry Brown and Jay Burke. Motion to approve passed, 4-2. Spec Hosti made a motion to adjourn. John Branigin seconded. Vote was unanimous to approve, 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 10:10PM. ______________________________ Janet R. LeViner, MMC Clerk - Page 10 -Item #1. File Attachments for Item: 3. Mack Kitchens: STVR and Property Rights for Residents - Page 11 -Item #3. - Page 12 -Item #3. File Attachments for Item: 4. Tybee Island Comprehensive Plan - Page 13 -Item #4. DRAFT Tybee Island 2021-2026 Comprehensive Plan Update - Page 14 -Item #4. adoption documents will go here - Page 15 -Item #4. Tybee Island 2016-2021 Comprehensive Plan Acknowledgments City Leadership Shirley Sessions, Mayor Council John Branigin Barry Brown Jay Burke Nancy DeVetter Michael “Spec” Hosti Monty Parks Stakeholder Committee Members George Shaw Pete Gulbronson Michelle Owens Stephanie Pepp Eric Hutchinson Terri O’Leary Harry Trout Dottie Klutz Jimmy Brown Anna Butler Jeremy Gonyou Dillon Patel Elaine McGruder Susan Hill Coastal Regional Commission Allen Burns, Executive Director Planning and Government Services Team Eric Landon, Director of Planning & Government Services Scott Berson, Regional Planner Cole Mullis, Regional Planner Russ Marane, Senior Planner Aaron Carpenter, Senior Planner/Grant Specialist Hunter Key, GIS/IT Director Megan Hunnicutt, GIS Manager Heather Cummings, GIS Analyst Tara Lopez, GIS Analyst Teresa Townsend, Administrative Assistant - Page 16 -Item #4. Executive Summary The Tybee Island Comprehensive Plan is a living document that is continually updated and refreshed by citizens and city leaders to reflect the current vision, goals and future plans for the community. Apart from being a visionary document, the comprehensive plan is a guidance document for developing and creating policies that affect how the City will change, adapt and respond to new issues over the coming years. The Comprehensive Plan is a long-range plan to guide growth and influence the physical development of the Island. The goals and policies within the Comprehensive Plan are designed to help Tybee Island become prosperous, healthy, equitable, and resilient. This Tybee Island Comprehensive Plan Update is a five-year update as required by the “The Minimum Standards and Procedures for Local Comprehensive Planning,” (Minimum Standards) adopted by Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA). The latest version of these standards can be found in O.C.G.A. Chapter 110-12-1, effective March 2014. In meeting these standards, this plan update enables the County to maintain its Qualified Local Government (QLG) Status, making it eligible to receive certain types of state funding. This update reassesses where Tybee Island is today, and how it intends to develop. Following the requirements of the Minimum Standards, the plan update presents a community vision, goals, and a work program designed to make the vision a reality, as well as supplemental sections to address the current state of the City. - Page 17 -Item #4. Custom Template Tybee Island City, GA Prepared by Coastal Regional Comission Tybee Island City, GA (1378036) Geography: Place KEY FACTS 3,098 Population 56.9 Median Age 2.1 Average Household Size $82,604 Median Household Income EDUCATION 5% No High School Diploma 16% High School Graduate 25% Some College 53% Bachelor's/Grad/Pr of Degree BUSINESS 228 Total Businesses 1,840 Total Employees INCOME $82,604 Median Household Income $61,650 Per Capita Income $277,094 Median Net Worth Age Pyramid Men Women 20%1001020% The largest group: 2020 Males Age 60-64 The smallest group: 2020 Males Age 85+ Dots show comparison to Chatham County This infographic contains data provided by Esri, Esri and Data Axle. The vintage of the data is 2020, 2025.©2021 Esri Source: This infographic contains data provided by Esri, Esri and Data Axle, Esri and Infogroup. The vintage of the data is 2020, 2025. ©2021 Esri Page 1 of 1 May 4, 2021Tybee Island is a vibrant, unique, and strong community with a thriving tourism economy and strong neighborhood ties. Residents have high incomes, and are well educated, with good quality housing stock and desirable local amenities. Citizens are engaged and careful tenders of their Island home, while providing a warm welcome to visitors. There are challenges for Tybee, however, and the City will have to face these challenges through proactive planning. The desirability of sea life and island living, combined with the necessary limits of space, have created a housing price squeeze that threatens to push workers away from the Island closer to where they can afford to live, and visitor demand on infrastructure poses a particular challenge to water supplies. Increasing vulnerability to storms and rising sea levels will also continue to threaten the long-term resilience of the Island over the coming decades, and Tybee’s strong history of preemptive planning in this regard should be continued. Finally, Tybee’s largely older population will require additional thought, care and planning for services and infrastructure to allow residents to “age in place.” - Page 18 -Item #4. Population Trends Tybee Island City, GA Prepared by Coastal Regional Comission Tybee Island City, GA (1378036) Geography: Place POPULATION TRENDS AND KEY INDICATORS Tybee Island City, GA 3,098 Population 1,397 Households 2.12 Avg Size Household 56.9 Median Age $82,604 Median Household Income $519,886 Median Home Value 209 Wealth Index 92 Housing Affordability 18 Diversity Index MORTGAGE INDICATORS $16,401 Avg Spent on Mortgage & Basics 26.3% Percent of Income for Mortgage POPULATION BY GENERATION 22.1% Generation X: Born 1965 to 1980 41.8% Baby Boomer: Born 1946 to 1964 10.6% Greatest Gen: Born 1945/Earlier 1.6% Alpha: Born 2017 to Present 10.9% Generation Z: Born 1999 to 2016 13.1% Millennial: Born 1981 to 1998 3,600 3,400 3,200 3,000 Historical Trends: Population Home Value 30% 20% 10% 0%$1,000,000+$750,000$400,000$250,000$150,000<$50,000 Housing: Year Built 20% 10% 0%2013-20171990-991970-791950-59<1939 POPULATION BY AGE Under 18 (10%)Ages 18 to 64 (61%)Aged 65+(30%) This infographic contains data provided by American Community Survey (ACS), Esri, Esri and Bureau of Labor Statistics. The vintage of the data is 2015-2019, 2020, 2025. © 2021 Esri Source: This infographic contains data provided by Esri, Esri and Bureau of Labor Statistics, American Community Survey (ACS). The vintage of the data is 2020, 2025, 2015-2019. ©2021 Esri Page 1 of 1 May 4, 2021 - Page 19 -Item #4. A s c o n c e r n e d c i t i z e n s o f T h e C i t y o f T y b e e I s l a n d , w e w i l l b e c o n s c i e n t i o u s s t e w a r d s o f o u r u n i q u e h i s t o r i c a n d c u l t u r a l h e r i t a g e , s t r o n g n e i g h b o r h o o d t i e s , e n v i r o n m e n t a l r e s o u r c e s , a n d d i v e r s e c o m m u n i t y o f p a s s i o n a t e r e s i d e n t s . W e w i l l e n s u r e t h a t o u r g r o w t h d o e s n o t e x c e e d t h e I s l a n d s c a r r y i n g c a p a c i t y . W e w i l l f o s t e r a v i b r a n t , y e a r - r o u n d e c o n o m y a n d s u p p o r t o u r b u s i n e s s c o m m u n i t y i n i t s g o a l t o p r o v i d e q u a l i t y s e r v i c e s a n d f a c i l i t i e s f o r b o t h r e s i d e n t s a n d v i s i t o r s . W e w i l l p r o v i d e i n c r e a s e d r e c r e a t i o n a l a n d e d u c a t i o n a l o p p o r t u n i t i e s f o r a l l a g e g r o u p s t o p r o m o t e T y b e e I s l a n d a s a f a m i l y - f r i e n d l y d e s t i n a t i o n t o l i v e , v i s i t , o r d o b u s i n e s s , w h i l e e n h a n c i n g t h e d i s t i n c t i v e a t m o s p h e r e o f o u r I s l a n d l i f e . V i s i o n a n d G o a l s T y b e e I s l a n d s v i s i o n i s a s t a t e m e n t o f v a l u e a n d p u r p o s e , r e p r e s e n t i n g t h e w i l l o f t h e c i t y , h o w i t s e e s i t s e l f , a n d w h a t i t s c o m m u n i t y e n v i s i o n s f o r i t s f u t u r e . T h e T y b e e I s l a n d v i s i o n i s . . . . - P a g e 2 0 - I t e m # 4 . The vision is achieved through following goals that lead to action and progress, improving the quality of life of citizens and building the resilience and success of the city. Tybee Island’s five overall goals are ... 12345 Guide development patterns to protect community character and enhance the distinctive nature of Tybee Island Nurture a diverse, vibrant and innovative business community Invest in sustainable practices and policies to protect the Island’s natural and historic features, and improve quality of life Foster a livable and vibrant community in which people are proud to live, visit and do business Embrace intergovernmental cooperation to create better outcomes for all - Page 21 -Item #4. Character Areas The Character Area Map and narratives lay out a vision, specific goals, appropriate land uses, and implementation strategies for Tybee Island’s unique sub-areas, districts, and neighborhoods. The idea behind character area maps is that people do not experience their city in terms of land use codes or zoning categories; instead, different neighborhoods exhibit different characters depending on the unique mix of those land uses and forms. While the character area map does not have regulatory power as a zoning map does, it can help inform decision making and civic discussion. There are 11 character areas in total. Interpretation of the Character Area Map is provided in the supporting text to be considered along with the City’s zoning, future land use map, and other local policies when decision makers consider land development questions or requests. The supporting text provides written descriptions of the patterns of development that the City will seek to preserve or encourage in each area. The map and narratives may be found starting on page 45. - Page 22 -Item #4. Needs and Opportunities A need is identified as a condition of something that is required or wanted, while an opportunity is a chance for progress or advancement. Needs highlight gaps between what exists and what is desired. In this section, needs are more clearly classified as “issues” to be addressed through the resulting opportunities, in service of the plan goals. An “opportunity” refers to something that the City has that should be maintained, promoted or that the City can capitalize on that improves the community. Is s u e s •Land scarcity •Parking pressure •Congestion on local roadsandU.S. 80 •Lack of rental/workforcehousing •Shortage of essentialservices •Difficulty findingemployees •Need for year-round visits •Small business startupcosts •Vulnerabiity to storms •Water conservation •Wastewater capacity •Litter and solid waste •High housing cost •Rental/Owner friction •Aging population •Limited educationopportunitiesforchildren •Government cooperation •Local Leadership Op p o r t u n i t i e s •Long range planning •Strong developmentregulations •U.S. 80 BridgeReplacements •Infill housing •Nature/eco-tourism •Hotel partnerships •Grants •Main Street •Film Industry •Environmental Planning •Partnerships with localuniversitiesandNGOs •Litter enforcement •Renewable energies •Historic preservation •Pedestrian and bikeimprovements •SPLOST funding •Partnerships on publicsafety - Page 23 -Item #4. Table of Contents 1. Plan Overview...............................................................................................13 1.1 Purpose..............................................................................................14 1.2 Scope..................................................................................................15 1.3 Methodology.....................................................................................17 2. Needs and Opportunities.............................................................................20 2.1 Public Input........................................................................................21 2.2 SWOT Analysis.................................................................................22 2.3 Needs and Opportunities.................................................................24 3. Community Vision and Goals....................................................................30 3.1 Community Vision and Goals ........................................................31 3.2 Goals and Policies.............................................................................32 3.3 Quality Community Objectives......................................................37 3.4 Supplemental Plans...........................................................................40 4. Land Use........................................................................................................42 4.1 Zoning................................................................................................43 4.2 Character Areas ...............................................................................46 5. Housing.........................................................................................................59 5.1 Housing Types..................................................................................61 5.2 Occupancy.........................................................................................62 5.3 Housing Costs...................................................................................63 5.4 Cost-Burdened Housing..................................................................64 5.5 Condition of Housing......................................................................65 5.6 Job-Housing Balance........................................................................66 6. Transportation..............................................................................................67 6.1 Roads and Highways........................................................................69 6.2 Road Network Hierarchy.................................................................70 6.3 Parking...............................................................................................71 6.4 Water, Air and Rail...........................................................................71 6.5 Alternative Transportation..............................................................72 - Page 24 -Item #4. 7. Coastal Resilience .......................................................................................74 7.1 Natural Hazards...............................................................................77 7.2 Vegetation and Open Water Buffers..............................................78 7.3 Vulnerable Populations...................................................................78 8. Economic Development ............................................................................80 8.1 Economic Base.................................................................................82 8.2 Unemployment ...............................................................................83 8.3 Occupation.......................................................................................83 8.4 Labor Force......................................................................................84 9. Broadband....................................................................................................85 9.1 Broadband Coverage ......................................................................86 10. Work Program............................................................................................88 10.1 Short Term Work Program...........................................................89 10.2 Report of Accomplishments.........................................................93 Appendix...........................................................................................................97 - Page 25 -Item #4. Plan Overview 1 1.1 Plan Purpose 1.2 Scope 1.3 Methodology 13 - Page 26 -Item #4. 1.1 Plan Purpose The Tybee Island Comprehensive Plan is a living document that is continually updated and refreshed by citizens and city leaders to reflect the current vision, goals and future plans for the community. Apart from being a visionary document, the comprehensive plan is a guidance document for developing and creating policies that affect how the City will change, adapt and respond to new issues over the coming years. The Comprehensive Plan is a long-range plan to guide growth and influence the physical development of the Island. The goals and policies within the Comprehensive Plan are designed to help Tybee Island become prosperous, healthy, equitable, and resilient. This Tybee Island Comprehensive Plan Update is a five-year update as required by the “The Minimum Standards and Procedures for Local Comprehensive Planning,” (Minimum Standards) adopted by Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA). The latest version of these standards can be found in O.C.G.A. Chapter 110-12-1, effective March 2014. In meeting these standards, this plan update enables the City to maintain its Qualified Local Government (QLG) Status, making it eligible to receive certain types of state funding. This update reassesses where Tybee Island is today, and how it intends to develop. Following the requirements of the Minimum Standards, the plan update presents a community vision, goals, and a work program designed to make the vision a reality, as well as supplemental sections to address the current state of the City. 14 - Page 27 -Item #4. 1.2 Scope In keeping with the Minimum Standards from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, this plan is presented in three main components: In addition, the plan incorporates elements as defined by the DCA Minimum Standards that are important to shaping the future of Tybee Island, including elements on land use, housing, transportation, resilience and economic development. Additionally, a Report of Accomplishments highlighting the success of the previous Short Term Work Program and a summary of the methodology of plan preparation and public engagement is included. 1 2 3 COMMUNITY VISION - which lays out the future vision and goals that the community wants to achieve in text and maps NEEDS AND OPPORTUNITIES – which provides a list of the various needs and opportunities that the community will address COMMUNITY WORK PROGRAM – which provides a 5-year Short Term Work Program designed to address the needs and opportu- nities. This program include activities, initia- tives, programs, ordinances and administrative systems to be put into place or maintained to implement the plan. 15 - Page 28 -Item #4. Boundary and Description Tybee Island is the northernmost barrier island of Georgia, approximately 3.3 square miles and accessible through U.S. Highway 80. It traces its roots back to the Euchee Indian tribe, members of whom lived in the area when European settlement began in the 16th century. The Island had major strategic importance in colonial days, as it occupied a prominent position at the mouth of the Savannah River. This was the precursor for Tybee’s iconic lighthouse and fortifications on the northern end of the Island. The city was formally incorporated in 1887, and has continued to serve a vital role for Georgia as a welcoming home and vibrant visitor’s destination. Its proximity to cities like Savannah, Hilton Head and Charleston make it a prime location for residents and tourists, and its natural beauty draws people from around the world. It is now home to just over 3,000 residents. Much of the Island is composed of pristine salt marsh, and iconic, distinctive neighborhoods make up the remaining land area, including the historic Strand, Back River and Fort Screven neighborhoods -- not to mention the treasured beaches which nourish, protect and power the city’s economy. 16 - Page 29 -Item #4. Goals of the Stakeholder Committee Seek agreement on key issues Help craft a common vision for the future of the City Provide guidance on action needed to achieve the vision Affirm public input 1.3 Methodology Public outreach for this plan update included two public hearings, three in-person steering committee meetings, a virtual community listening session, and two draft plan review meetings (one online and one in-person). The draft plan was also made available online to the public. The methodology for completing the plan was somewhat affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In-person meetings required all attendees to remain masked and seated six feet apart, and turnout to events may have been affected as well. The Steering Committee formed was comprised of members representing a cross-section of the community stakeholders. It included several key city staff members, interested residents, business owners, and planning commission members. 17 - Page 30 -Item #4. Public Hearing #1 The initial public hearing for the plan was held in the courthouse chambers on February 14, 2021. The hearing was a kick-off to announce the beginning of the plan process, inform citizens and leaders on the reasons for planning, and provide a timeline of what to expect in the coming months during the process. Open Stakeholder Meeting #1 The first open stakeholder committee meeting was held Tuesday, February 16, in the courthouse chambers. At this meeting, stakeholders discussed the previous plan’s vision statement, goals and policies, and provided feedback on potential revisions. Open Stakeholder Meeting #2 The second open stakeholder committee meeting was held Tuesday, March 2, in the courthouse chambers. At this meeting, stakeholders reviewed draft revisions to the vision and goals and provided additional input. Stakeholders then participated in an analysis of the city’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT). Open Stakeholder Meeting #3 The third open stakeholder committee meeting was held Tuesday, March 16, in the courthouse chambers. At this meeting, stakeholders reviewed the character areas map from the previous plan and discussed possible changes. Some minor adjustments to names and boundaries were proposed. Zoom Listening Session An online-only community meeting was held through the platform “Zoom” on Tuesday, March 23. This meeting was intended to allow a wider group to provide input; those who were unable to or uncomfortable with attending the in-person meetings. The group conducted a discussion modeled after the SWOT analysis. Work Program Meeting CRC staff met with Planning & Zoning Manager George Shaw on Tuesday, March 30, to discuss the city’s accomplishments over the last five years and review possible additions to the updated Short Term Work Program. 18 - Page 31 -Item #4. Plan Draft Public Meeting 1 After the draft plan was distributed to stakeholders and posted online for the public, a meeting was held reviewing the plan process, the components of the plan, and instructions for further review and opportunities for comment on May 18th. Stakeholders also had a further discussion of the plan components. Capacity limitations forced this meeting to be held online. Plan Draft Public Meeting 2 An in-person meeting was held with stakeholders and the public at the Guard House building on June 8, 2021. Attendees broke out into two groups, led by staff CRC members, who discussed various components of the plan and solicited feedback and discussion. Copies of the physical plan and materials were distributed and instructions for accessing the document online and submitting further comment were given. Public Hearing 2 (upcoming, August) 19 - Page 32 -Item #4. Needs and Opportuniti es 2 2.1 Public Input 2.2 SWOT Analysis 2.3 Needs and Opportunities 20 - Page 33 -Item #4. 2.1 Public Input Vision and Goals Members of the Steering Committee participated in a meeting regarding the vision and goals for the city of Tybee Island. The members, as well as any citizens not in the committee who attended, were given a copy of the 2016 vision and goals. The group went through the vision and the goals line-by-line to hear new thoughts and updates regarding the wording and spirit of the goals. At the conclusion of the meeting, draft revisions were sent to the steering committee members and more input was solicited. These revisions were discussed again at a second in-person meeting with the steering committee and citizens. The vision and goals continued to be adjusted in response to public input throughout the process. SWOT Analysis Members of the Steering Committee participated in a meeting to identify the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) for Tybee Island. Each participant, which included members of the committee but also interested citizens, were given time to brainstorm ideas for the four categories, and then share their thoughts with the group. A second virtual listening session using the video platform “Zoom” was conducted several weeks later which allowed steering committee members to add new thoughts and to allow more participation from citizens who could not attend in-person. 21 - Page 34 -Item #4. 2.2 SWOT Analysis A SWOT analysis is a way of identifying internal and external characteristics of a place, business or organization. It breaks these characteristics into four categories: strengths, which are internal features that provide value to the city; weaknesses, which are internal features that harm or cause some form of detriment to the city; opportunities, which are external factors that could create or build on a strength; and threats, which are external factors that put the city at risk in some way. Identifying these characteristics can help the city conceptualize where it stands in relation to other cities, and can help provide a baseline for prioritizing new goals. 22 - Page 35 -Item #4. •Beautiful island setting •The island's natural beauty •Beach conservation and renourishment •Care from city and residents on keeping the city beautiful •Protection of historic sites •High-quality parks and recreation opportunities •Safe, family-friendly and welcoming atmosphere •Strong faith community •Laid-back, island lifestyle •Ample space for gathering with friends and family •Strong economic tourism economy •Proximity to Savannah •Ideal location for those wanting a shorter drive to vacation •Small size makes walking/biking possible and enjoyable •City manager is accessible Strengths •Traffic and Congestion •Crashes on causeway cause major delays •Congestion on causeway can make it hard to come or leave •Congestion in town •Physical quality of old infrastructure •Parking scarcity in town (during season) •Friction between businesses and residents •Limited broadband service •Lack of dedicated Economic Development Authority •Lack of workforce/affordable housing •Limited education options for children •Slow execution of city plans •Communication difficulties •Lack of local newspaper •Difficulty reaching/including older population Weaknesses •Continued investment in parks and recreation •Continue to develop and support Marine Science Center •Leverage Main Street to improve business climate and draw diverse new businesses •Pursue state and federal grant opportunities •Work with regional hotels to promote the full range of experiences Tybee offers •Engage with neighboring cities to discuss partnering on public safety •Revisit regulations that may unreasonably raise housing cost •Housing Study •Embrace long-range planning that considers emerging technologies Opportunities •Hurricans and natural disasters •Flooding •Saltwater intrusion •Rising cost of housing •Reliance on the tourism sector •Development/building requests add impermeable surface or encroach in setback zones •Possibility of over-regulation Threats 23 - Page 36 -Item #4. A need is identified as a condition of something that is required or wanted, while an opportunity is a chance for progress or advancement. Needs highlight gaps between what exists and what is desired. In this section, needs are more clearly classified as “issues” to be addressed through the resulting opportunities, in service of the plan goals. An “opportunity” refers to something that the City has that should be maintained, promoted or that the City can capitalize on that improves the community. The process which identified the updated Needs and Opportunities for this plan was based on consultation with the stakeholder committee, city staff, and Tybee citizens during the composition process for this plan update, as well as a review of previous documents, including: • The 2016 Tybee Island Master Plan • The Tybee Island Carrying Capacity Study • The Regional Plan of Coastal Georgia • The CORE-MPO Metropolitan Plan • The Chatham County Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan • The Tybee Island Beach Management Plan • The Tybee Island Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan • The 2018 Tybee Island Economic Development Strategic Plan 2.3 Needs & Opportunities 24 - Page 37 -Item #4. Development Patterns and Land Use ISSUES OPPORTUNITIES Scarcity of buildable land: The City is inherently limited in space for growth of physical structures: housing, park space, utilities or other developments are constrained by the physical footprint of the island, much of which is already built-out or is environmentally sensitive. Parking pressure: Parking remains a perennial issue, particularly during the vacation season. Virtually all visitors must enter the island via private vehicle, though some may take tour buses. This puts pressure on parking infrastructure, particularly around the beaches, leading to spillover into residential areas that can cause conflict. Congestion on local roads: Tybee Island is almost entirely made up of small local roads which can face congestion pressure during major events or at different times of the tourist season. Thru-traffic can pose a risk to children and residents when it passes through residential areas, and heavy congestion in general is hazardous to all users. Congestion on U.S. 80: U.S. 80 is the only route on and off the island, and as such, poses a serious bottleneck for traffic if traffic must be interrupted for some reason, such as after a collision. The road is also vulnerable to flooding during storms and “king tides,” though some danger of this has been alleviated due to recent work on raising the roadway. The single entry/exit point may also post a concern if rapid evacuation is needed, as a blockage could jeopardize safety. Lack of rental/workforce housing: The lack of long-term rental housing for the Tybee workforce, most of whom live off-island, is a serious need that threatens the continued viability of many Island businesses, who may see workers leaving to work closer to home if they cannot afford housing on Tybee or nearby. Long-range infrastructure planning: The City has a strong history of long-range capital improvement and major infrastructure planning, which it should continue implementing. Long- range planning, including financial estimates of project cost, ensure prioritization of key needs, regular review of conditions and accountability to citizens. Strong development ordinances: The City has strong development ordinances to preserve its character areas. The City is particularly invested in maintaining and enforcing its height limit, which has succeeded in creating a distinct beachside feel for the City unencumbered by towering hotels and condos. Continued revisions to the zoning ordinance should reflect issues on the ground, particularly ordinances that protect the individual community characteristics of each neighborhood. U.S. 80 bridge replacement: The Bull River and Lazaretto Creek bridges are scheduled for replacement by the Georgia Department of Transportation in the near future. These improvements to U.S. 80 provide a long-term opportunity for improving access to Tybee Island, and provide a distinct opportunity to reach out to users of alternative transportation who will likely now be able to travel the entire length of the causeway without an automobile. Housing Policy: Some pressure on housing costs may be alleviated through incentives or disincentives. Occupancy requirements in certain zoning districts, minimum rental durations, zoning changes to allow more mixed uses, and other regulations may limit short term rental proliferation where it is undesirable. At the same time, the city must balance the need for permanent housing with the economic benefits of shorter-term vacation rentals. 25 - Page 38 -Item #4. Business and Economic Development ISSUES OPPORTUNITIES Lack of essential services: There is a shortage of essential services on Tybee Island for residents, particularly in the health care space, such as doctors, dentists, and veterinarians. There are also few spaces to buy more everyday essentials, such as hardware or basic home goods. Employment difficulties: Businesses sometimes find it difficult to find employees, particularly during the off-season. Cost of housing continues to exacerbate this issue as workers are reluctant to work far from their homes. Need for Year-Round Visitation: The Island faces a need to continue visitation even during the winter off-season to keep businesses sustained, through local events, festivals and civic events. New small business costs: There is a high cost for small businesses to start up on the Island, due to the intensity of current land use and high property prices. Promotion of nature/eco-tourism: The City has an opportunity to further promote Tybee Island’s eco-tourism opportunities further, which may include kayaking, paddleboarding, and wildlife viewing. The marshlands and river areas provide opportunities for tourists looking to experience a wide range of nature activities. Partnerships with hotels: Area hotels and vacation rentals provide an opportunity for the City to partner with local businesses to promote the full range of experiences on Tybee, including its natural and cultural offerings. Grants: Grant funding is available to municipalities from multiple streams, including state, federal and nonprofit sources. The City has an opportunity to apply for these grant funds for economic development planning as well as capital improvements to improve physical qualities of business districts. Main Street: The City has an opportunity to expand and promote its Main Street program, which provides a dedicated source for local business development according to national best practices. Film industry: The City has an opportunity to capitalize on its desirable aesthetics and unique atmosphere to further promote itself to Georgia’s booming film industry, which can bring revenue, jobs and visitors throughout the year. 26 - Page 39 -Item #4. Sustainability and Environment ISSUES OPPORTUNITIES Vulnerability to storms: Tybee Island is vulnerable to hurricanes and other major storms, which can cause critical flooding to dwellings and businesses and stress the City’s utility systems. Sea level rise: Overall rising sea levels will also continue to increase the likelihood of nuisance flooding in the coming years, with higher chances for catastrophic flooding from storms possible. Aging and overburdened infrastructure: Tybee Island’s roads and overall infrastructure continues to age, with resulting maintenance costs. Population growth during the vacation season can burden the city’s infrastructure network. Water conservation: The City withdraws water from the Upper Floridian Aquifer with a peak usage in July. There are serious long-term concerns on water limits with this source, and the city will inevitably need to find an alternate water source. Wastewater capacity: Wastewater discharge is a major issue during the critical summer season, with recent discharges exceeding permit limitations. The city needs to continue upgrading and replacing wastewater and sewer infrastructure. Litter and solid waste: The City continues to wrestle with plastic land other garbage littering, with 6-15 tons of trash each day collected from beach areas and public facilities. The city will need to remain proactive in addressing litter and preventing it in the first place through enforcement. Environmental planning: There are opportunities for continued environmental planning in the coming years, through the assessment and updating of the Beach Management Plan and planning for continued green infrastructure improvements to limit flooding. Partnerships: There is an opportunity for the City to partner with local groups, such as colleges and universities, nonprofit organizations, and government partners to identify and find solutions to key environmental issues, such as marshland rehabilitation or areas in need of protection. Litter enforcement: The City has recently invested in code enforcement, and there is an opportunity to continue targeting enforcement tasks at littering and other acts that damage the critical environment on Tybee. Renewable energy: The City has an opportunity to encourage or invest in renewable energy materials, such as solar. As costs decline, the City has an opportunity to be a leader in renewable power while improving the overall resilience of the community. 27 - Page 40 -Item #4. Livability and Neighborhood Enrichment ISSUES OPPORTUNITIES High housing cost: The high housing cost on Tybee Island continues to cause concern for residents and businesses as barrier to desirable change and a deterrent for new full-time residents, especially those with young families. Friction between rental and owner- occupied housing: There continues to be serious friction between owners of short- term or vacation rental properties and owner- occupiers. Owner-occupiers sometimes view rental properties as negatively affecting the sense of community in a neighborhood, either through noise, traffic, and/or the ‘hollowing out’ of traditional permanent-resident neighborhoods, while rental owners depend on the income they obtain from their properties. Limited on-Island educational options: There is only one school on Tybee Island, which is a chartered school with a waiting list. These limited options may deter families with children from settling on the Island. Aging Population: Tybee Island has a large population of older citizens, which can be a challenge for local employment as residents leave the formal workforce. Additionally, an aging population requires more care and planning for infrastructure and service provision, especially for people with disabilities. Historic preservation: The Island is home to several registered historic districts, and there is an opportunity for more formal preservation guidelines and incentives, as well as more targeted marketing of these historic assets to both residents and visitors. Historic buildings add character and value to an area, and the more people know about them, the more likely they are to be preserved. Grants: There is a considerable likelihood of larger-than-usual grant funding dollars becoming available in the coming years, from the federal government as well as non-governmental institutions. The City has an opportunity to apply for these grant funds for improvements to neighborhood infrastructure, for planning, for bicycle and pedestrian projects, and for other uses. Enhance the pedestrian/bike network: There is an opportunity for Tybee Island to continue improving the biking and walking infrastructure on the Island. Improving safety and efficiency of non-automobile travel can boost safety, limit congestion, and keep neighborhoods quiet and pleasant for residents while providing an added benefit for visitors. SPLOST: The City can continue incorporating SPLOST funding to finance major improvement projects. Citizen oversight and input on the project list is essential. Engaged Residents: Tybee Island has a deeply engaged population, including retirees, with a wealth of experience and passion for their home. Continued community engagement and collaborative planning presents an opportunity to directly match services to what citizens want to see, with their direct involvement. 28 - Page 41 -Item #4. Intergovernmental Cooperation ISSUES OPPORTUNITIES Chatham County and City of Tybee Island: The City and County cooperate on a number of services, but can work together to provide better services which are also more financially sound. Collaboration can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of local government. Local leadership: The City needs sustained and engaged local leadership from its elected officials and from residents and business owners to continue to provide a community that benefits all stakeholders. Community Partners: The City can strengthen its relationship with community partners, including the CORE MPO, area colleges and universities, area nonprofits, the Chatham County School Board, the Savannah Area Chamber, statewide and federal agencies, the Coastal Regional Commission and other groups. Partnerships with law enforcement agencies: The City has an opportunity to implement more formal partnerships with neighboring law enforcement departments to provide additional support when needed, particularly during major events. 29 - Page 42 -Item #4. Community Vision and Goals 3 3.1 Community Vision and Goals 3.2 Goals and Policies 3.3 Quality Community Objectives 3.4 Supplemental Plans 30 - Page 43 -Item #4. 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Guide development patterns to protect community character and enhance the distinctive nature of Tybee Island 1 Tybee Island’s distinctive community character, grown and maintained for decades as a family-friendly, vibrant and natural oasis for visitors and residents, is of paramount importance. That particular character is one of the key reasons Tybee Island remains attractive to visitors, businesses and residents, and managing development and growth on an increasingly built-out space will only become more critical in coming years. 32 - Page 45 -Item #4. 2 Nurture a diverse, vibrant and innovative business community • Cultivate a diverse, year-round business community which serves both residents and visitors • Promote a balance of diverse employment opportunities for both the year-round and seasonal workforce • Support and develop the critical business sectors that enable the Island’s thriving tourism economy, while balancing and adjusting policies to maintain services and population to the Island’s carrying capacity The business community of Tybee Island is a close-knit and diverse group that provides extraordinary value for the city. Supporting and encouraging development of the business community will continue to be a key issue for Tybee Island in the future. Of particular importance is exploring ways to support key businesses that serve both residents and visitors, and addressing rising costs that prevent workers who wish to be employed on Tybee but have difficulty affording nearby accommodation. 33 - Page 46 -Item #4. 3 Invest in sustainable practices and policies to protect the Island’s natural and historic features, and improve quality of life • Protect and preserve our environmentally sensitive areas, including beaches, natural terrain, drainage areas, vegetation, coastal marshlands, wildlife habitat and floodplains • Keep the island’s carrying capacity in mind when evaluating developments, as highlighted in the 2016 Carrying Capacity Study • Develop coastal hazard preparedness and crisis management responses for hurricane and flooding preparedness and recovery • Prepare and adapt to the risks of a changing climate through continued adherence to the Tybee Island Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan • Ensure the city’s water, waste, and transportation infrastructure is properly maintained, and make targeted investments to improve capacity, resilience and efficiency • Provide adequate law enforcement and code enforcement to deter littering, pollution and degradation of natural areas like dunes Tybee Island has a broad and rich history, with historic districts, battlements and neighborhoods which add immense value to the community. As a barrier island along Georgia’s scenic coast, it also provides a critical habitat for native plants and animals, attracts visitors and residents who seek to stay near the sea, and plays a key role in absorbing some impacts from major weather events. To that end, protecting and enhancing these features is critical to the city’s success and long-term sustainability. 34 - Page 47 -Item #4. 4 Foster a livable and vibrant community in which people are proud to live, visit and do business • Encourage a range of housing sizes, costs, and types to meet the diverse needs of the population • Invest in Tybee families by supporting and promoting educational, cultural, recreational and economic opportunities and amenities across the age range • Provide for and encourage the use of transportation alternatives, including biking, walking, golf carts, and public transportation • Promote and encourage transportation safety, and implement parking, traffic and congestion solutions throughout the Island and on the U.S. 80 route Tybee Island prides itself on its tight-knit and neighborly community. Many residents name the feeling of connection and camaraderie with their other Island neighbors one of their favorite parts of living on Tybee. Fostering that sense of connection will continue to be critical, and can be enhanced by livability improvements that enhance quality of life on the Island through housing, transportation, and cultural initiatives. 35 - Page 48 -Item #4. 5 Embrace intergovernmental cooperation to create better outcomes for all • Work with all partners, including tourism organizations, nonprofits, governments, agencies and citizen groups, to promote and achieve Tybee Island’s vision. • Support non-profit organizations that enhance the quality of life, economy and culture of the Island • Continue to participate in and promote regional efforts to develop solutions for issues affecting Tybee, the region and the State • Promote and preserve Tybee’s unique identity within the regional context of Coastal Georgia Tybee Island is a small community with an outside impact, and the city acknowledges that when people work together, outcomes are better for everyone. As a coastal community, Tybee shares concerns and priorities with dozens of other cities and localities in its region. Working together with its neighboring cities in Chatham County, relevant state, local and regional agencies, non-profit and citizen organizations and other groups will only multiply the benefits for Tybee Island and for its partners. 36 - Page 49 -Item #4. 3.3 Quality Community Objectives DCA’s Vision: Every Georgia community offers a quality of life where people and businesses can grow and prosper. This section is used as a guide to determine the status of the City in addressing Quality Community Objectives and which objectives the City will seek to accomplish with future planning efforts and developments. 1. Economic Prosperity Encourage development or expansion of businesses and industries suitable for the community. Tybee Island acknowledges that its tourism-based economy is the main driver behind the continued viability and development of the city, while also presenting challenges to adequate service provision in peak times. Tybee Island seeks to promote continued economic development through encouragement of new businesses that cater to residents and visitors. The continued work of the Main Street/Development Authority program has accelerated business promotion and development on the Island over the last several years and continues to develop new initiatives. 2. Resource Management Promote efficient use of natural resources and identify and protect environmentally sensitive areas. Tybee Island, in many ways, is defined by its relationship to natural resources, including the ocean, marshlands, beach and dune system, and utility considerations like drinking water and waste management. The city is proactive in regards to resource management and should continue its record of success and planning. Tybee Island requires permits for construction that may affect vulnerable natural systems, such as coastal marshland and the dune system, and follows water conservation protocols. Additionally, work program plans and projects continue to address ongoing upgrades and maintenance to the water and wastewater systems. 3. Local Preparedness Identify and put in place prerequisites for the type of future the community seeks to achieve. Tybee Island is regionally recognized as a leader in disaster preparedness and recovery planning, with the implementation of the Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan and ongoing cooperation with county, state, federal and regional organizations for pre-disaster mitigation planning. The city continues to invest in resilience infrastructure, such as storm shutters and improvements to the sewer system, and businesses and residents with any federally-backed loan are required to have flood insurance. 4. Efficient Land Use Maximize use of existing infrastructure by encouraging redevelopment, designing new development to minimize the amount of land consumed, and carefully planning expansion of public infrastructure. Through the ongoing planning process, Tybee Island continues to update development regulations to promote the efficient use of land. This is particularly important on Tybee Island, which has a comparatively small amount of buildable land, much of which is surrounded by sensitive natural features. The city has encouraged mixed uses to improve efficiency and density in certain areas, including most recently allowing residential space above commercial uses. 37 - Page 50 -Item #4. 6. Regional Cooperation Cooperate with neighboring jurisdictions to address shared needs by actively participating in regional organizations. The city continues to work with regional and state partners on many projects, from disaster preparedness and resilience to tourism promotion to the expanding linkages of trail networks, such as the ongoing linkage of the Marsh Hen Trail to the McQueen’s Island trail. The city has identified further priorities for cooperation through working with other agencies and organizations to pursue new funding opportunities for projects. 7. Housing Options Promote an adequate range of safe, affordable, inclusive, and efficient housing in the community. Housing continues to be one of the key challenges for Tybee Island residents. Housing on Tybee Island is safe and high-quality across the board, but is increasingly expensive and is undergoing shifts in tenure as the short-term rental market expands. The city has attempted to implement regulatory changes, such as the allowance of residential space above commercial space in some areas. The city should continue to explore innovative options for addressing the cost of housing, as a key priority identified by citizens. 8. Transportation Options Address the transportation needs, challenges, and opportunities of all community residents. Tybee Island has a compact network of local roads anchored by the spine of U.S. 80. The city continues to invest in transportation options that balance the need for visitors to arrive and experience the island (almost invariably by car), with the needs of residents for safe, low-traffic streets and the ability to get around the island on foot, bike or by golf cart or similar electric vehicle. The city continues to implement improvements to the bike and pedestrian network, including continued work on off-road trails to support safe and efficient travel options for all people. 9. Educational Opportunities Make educational and training opportunities readily available to all community residents to improve their job skills, adapt to technological advances, manage their finances, or pursue life ambitions. Tybee Island features one school on the island itself, the chartered Tybee Island Maritime Academy, for elementary-age students. The Island is served as part of the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, which buses students to and from the Island. The Island is also close to several private schools and seven area colleges and universities. The library also provides adult education services. Residents continue to indicate a desire for more educational opportunities across the age range, and the city should continue to explore options for promoting such ventures. 10. Community Health Ensure community residents, regardless of age, ability, or income, have access to critical goods and services, safe and clean neighborhoods, and excellent work opportunities. 5. Sense of Place Protect and enhance the community’s unique qualities that are important to defining the community’s character. Tybee Island has a rich history with an already-strong sense of place, sustained by its pristine natural features, small size and thoughtful regulation of development. The city enforces its key height limit to maintain a unique visual identity among peer beachfront communities, and the city takes care to recognize and protect its historic areas, including historic batteries and neighborhoods. Additional steps to strengthen historic preservation are a continued discussion among residents and city leaders. 38 - Page 51 -Item #4. Tybee Island continues to work to create a healthy, active and engaged community. Continued investments to parks and open spaces, such as the renovation of Jaycee Park, will provide increased benefits to residents for recreation and exercise. Cultural programs through the Tybee Arts Association, the Tybee Post Theater and other venues provide additional enrichment and community fellowship. Though residents expressed some concern regarding the lack of medical professionals on the island itself, the area is served by three nearby hospitals and the Chatham County Health Department. 39 - Page 52 -Item #4. 3.4 Supplemental Plans The Tybee Island Carrying Capacity Study The Carrying Capacity Study was completed in 2016, and provides a detailed report on current infrastructure and service use, and projected use over time through a build-out scenario. The study continues to be referenced during ongoing planning and decision-making for the city. The Tybee Island Tourism Study The Tourism Study was completed in May, 2015 by the Armstrong Center for Regional Analysis in cooperation with the Armstrong Public Service Center. The purpose of the study was to analyze the different elements of the tourism economy. The total annual visitation was estimated in conjunction with the economic impacts of the tourists. In addition, a survey was administered to visitors to obtain information regarding economic behavior to better understand the behavior of visitors to the Island. The Regional Plan of Coastal Georgia The Regional Plan includes a vision for how the regional coast of Georgia can develop policies and projects that ensure a high quality of life for all residents over the next 25 years. This plan includes topics of regional importance such as infrastructure, intrinsic resources, regional growth management issues, economic development, preservation of agricultural lands, communities for a lifetime and a proposed topic of importance to include resilient communities. The Tybee Island Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan The Tybee Island Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan was completed in partnership with the NOAA Sea Grant and the Georgia Department of natural Resources Coastal Resources Commission. The plan provides a process to identify and evaluation potential adaptation actions to mitigate issues resulting from sea level rise. The plan includes five focus areas of infrastructure, access and connectivity, coastal dynamics, image and character, and management and stewardship. The 2018 Tybee Island Economic Development Strategic Plan The Economic Development Strategic plan identifies key priorities for economic development in the City, and includes observations and recommendations for further action. It consisted of a leadership survey and brainstorming retreat, as well as the creation of a formal work program and program direction for the Main Street program. The CORE-MPO Metropolitan Plan The Coastal Regional Metropolitan Planning Organization (CORE MPO) Regional planning partners worked together to create a Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) that identifies projects and funding sources to help create a transportation system that is safe, efficient, and equitable for everyone. The MTP is a comprehensive “blueprint” for $1.8 billion in transportation projects and services aimed at meeting mobility needs through the next 25+ years. Mobility 2045 was adopted by the Metropolitan Planning Organization on August 7th, 2019. 40 - Page 53 -Item #4. The Chatham County Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan The purpose of the Chatham County Multi-Jurisdictional Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Plan is to identify, assess, and mitigate hazard risk to better protect the people and property within Chatham County from the effects of natural and human-caused hazards. This plan documents progress on existing hazard mitigation planning efforts, updates the previous plan to reflect current conditions in the planning area including relevant hazards and vulnerabilities, increases public education and awareness about the plan and planning process, maintains grant eligibility for participating jurisdictions, maintains compliance with state and federal requirements for local hazard mitigation plans, and identifies and outlines strategies the County and participating jurisdictions will use to decrease vulnerability and increase resiliency. The Tybee Island Beach Management Plan The City of Tybee Island Beach Management Plan provides standard operating procedures for management of Tybee’s beaches, including the identification of management and maintenance responsibilities, as well as recommendations of specific duties for stakeholders and government officials. The plan is the official policy of the City of Tybee Island and provides long term planning for beach best management practices. Service Delivery Strategy for Chatham County, Georgia The Chatham County Joint Service Delivery Strategy was developed by the Chatham County-Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission and covered all local governments within Chatham County, including the City of Tybee Island. This Service Delivery Strategy was adopted August, 2016. The City will continue to work with the MPC and other local governments in the development of the required update. Bike + Walk Coastal Georgia The Coastal Regional Commission of Georgia (CRC), with the support of communities and advocates throughout the coastal region of Georgia, has led the development of this plan. The purpose of the plan, called Bike + Walk Coastal Georgia, is to guide short and long term land use and transportation planning decisions for a safer, more accessible region for people on bike and foot. The central goal of this plan is to set a clear path for Coastal Georgia to develop a connected network of walking and biking routes within its communities and regional destinations. Coastal Georgia Character Design Guidelines This document applies primarily to design elements and improvements that influence the public realm. They are general guidelines for reference, not standards or prescriptions. They include general recommendations for things like vegetation, streetscape design, sidewalk design, lighting, signage, fencing and monuments. 41 - Page 54 -Item #4. 4 LAND USE 4.1 Zoning 4.2 Character Areas 42- Page 55 -Item #4. 4.1 Zoning Zoning is one of a city’s most powerful regulatory tools. A city’s zoning ordinance regulates what different areas of land can be used for, where buildings may be built and to what size, as well as the type and character of both residential and retail buildings and the areas for conservation and recreation. The Tybee Island zon- ing code includes 12 categories, listed in the chart below, for reference. The zoning map following this chart shows the current boundaries for these zones within the city limits. The city continues to review and revise both the zoning ordinance itself and the zoning map as situations arise. Zoning Category Uses M-D: Maritime "Boat launching facilities; bait shops; retail sale of boating provisions; aquaculture projects; assembly hall/ club/lounge; boat building/repair; commercial charter/ sightseeing; commercial fishing/crabbing; government buildings; marina; recreational activities; passenger cruise lines; private/community docks; public utility structures; wholesale/retail seafood sales/warehouses; seated restaurant; watercraft rentals; " N-M: Neighborhood Marina Commercial land uses involving pleasure and commercial watercraft, including boat launching facilities; bait shops; retail sale of boating provisions. Uses permitted after special review: Lounges/package shops; restaurants; watercraft/equipment rental; watercraft sales/dry dock storage; wholesale/retail seafood sales; machine repair shops P-C: Parks/Conservation Parks-public, playgrounds; ball fields and/or sports arenas, picnic facilities, public schools, public libraries, public parking and municipal buildings/structures, other public uses as approved by the governing body of the city E-C: Environmental Conservation Growing of gardens; Piers, docks, and wharfs. PUD: Planned Unit Development The existing planned unit development districts, at the time of the adoption of the ordinance from which this section is derived, shall remain. No further planned unit development district shall be created R-1: Single-Family Residential "Single Family dwellings, non-habitable accessory buildings; public utility structures; home business offices; public community buildings, libraries, recreation centers and museums. Uses permitted after special review: bed and breakfast, residential; primary/secondary schools; nursing homes; public parks/neighborhood playgrounds; churches; general education, including kindergarten and day nurseries; guest cottages; home occupations " R-1-B: Single Family Residential (B)Uses permitted in R-1 with additional density 43- Page 56 -Item #4. R-2: One and Two-Family Residential Uses permitted in R-1 and two family dwellings. Uses permitted after special review include those identified in R-1. R-T: Residential Tourist Uses permitted in R-2. Uses permitted after special review: apartment houses and condominiums exceeding two units; bed and breakfast inns; theater facilities or houses that are historical in nature C-1: Beach Business Apartments, condominiums, townhouses, guest cottages, hotels, motels, time shares, tourist homes, bed and breakfast inns; plus single-family, two-family, three-family, and four-family dwellings; Apothecary shops; Gift shops; Barbershops, beauty shops; Finance, investment and insurance offices; Florist shops; Restaurants, concession stands; Commercial amusements, including amusement parks and other commercial games and sports; Retail stores; Public structures. Uses permitted after special review: lounges and package shops, dwellings or structures rented for special events C-2: Highway Business Service stations, restaurants, drive-thru restaurants, gift shops, motels, grocery stores, tourist homes, bed and breakfast inns, parks, playgrounds and recreation facilities, professional and business offices, retail stores, marinas, seafood warehouses, retail and wholesale. Uses permitted after special review: lounges and package shops, dwellings or structures rented for special events, miniature golf courses, uses permissible in R-2 C-1/SE: Zoning South End Business Overlay All commercial and multi-family residential uses are permissible NG: Neighborhood Grocery Store Grocery store and parking; single family residences R-1: NEC: North End Cultural Over- lay "Municipal/public safety; cultural/educational/historical facilities; parks/open space; picnic grounds/barbecue pits/ cooking facilities; shelters/observation decks/platforms/pa- vilions/storage sheds/patios/restrooms; pedestrian and bicy- cle walkways/trails; jogging trails; publicly owned facilities operated under lease or agreement with city " R-1/NEP: North End Parks and Pub- lic Overlay "Municipal/public safety; public campgrounds; parks/open space; shelters/observation decks/platforms/pavilions/stor- age sheds/patios/restrooms; pedestrian and bicycle walk- ways/trails; jogging trails; tennis courts; swimming pools " 44- Page 57 -Item #4. 45- Page 58 -Item #4. 4.2 Character Areas The Character Area Map, along with the character area narratives that follow, lay out a vision, specific goals, appropriate land uses, and implementation strategies for Tybee Island’s unique sub-areas, districts, and neighborhoods. The idea behind character maps is that people do not experience their city in terms of land use codes or zoning categories; instead, different neighborhoods exhibit different characters depending on the unique mix of those land uses and forms. While the character area map does not have regulatory power such as a zoning map does, it can help inform decision making and civic discussion. There are 11 character areas in total. Interpretation of the Character Area Map is provided in the supporting text to be considered along with the City’s zoning, future land use map, and other local policies when decision-makers consider land development questions or requests. The supporting text provides written description of the patterns of development that the City will seek to preserve or encourage in each area. Tybee Island Character Areas • Back River • Beaches • The Strand/Beachfront Neighborhood • Coastal Marshlands • Commercial Gateway • Fort Screven Historic Neighborhood • Inland Cottage Neighborhood • Marshfront Neighborhood • North Beach/Maritime District • South End Neighborhood • Historic Downtown District 46- Page 59 -Item #4. 80 80 80 Tybee Island, Georgia Character Areas Savannah Area GIS, Esri, HERE Produced in 2021 by the Coastal Regional Commission GIS Department (CRC GIS). All information portrayed in this product is for reference use only. Therefore, CRC GIS will not be held liable for improper use of the data provided herein. The data and related graphics are not legal documents and should not be utilized in such a manner. The information contained herein is considered dynamic and will change over time. It is the responsibility of the user to use the products appropriately. Z:\ags_resources\01_FY2021\GIS\Chatham\CompPlan\Tybee4/21/2021 10:55 AM 0 ½1¼Miles Back River Beaches Coastal Marshlands Commercial Gateway Fort Screven Historic Neighborhood Historic Downtown Inland Cottage Neighborhood Marshfront Neighborhood North Beach/Maritime District South End Neighborhood The Strand 47- Page 60 -Item #4. Back River The Back River character area is a distinct neighborhood just northwest of the South End and Downtown areas. It features cottages with waterfront lots, facing Tybee Creek and the Back River Beach. The area is included as the Back River Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places. Wax myrtles, live oaks, sandy alleys and a narrow residential street favored by bicyclists complete the landscape. There are low- impact neighborhood commercial uses in this area as well, but the feel is largely scenic and residential. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area R-2- One and Two-Family Residential N-M - Neighborhood Marina • The boat ramp, marina and fishing pier are essential elements of the neighborhood and should be preserved. • Work with DNR to limit docks that impede public passage along the beach. • Encourage safer pedestrian mobility. • Continue to encourage usage of the Bike Route that passes through the area • Monitor speed of automobile travel and direct enforcement measures if necessary • Preserve historic structures whenever possible • Provide appropriate incentives for historic restoration projects as feasible • Preserve the scenic value of the area through producing landscaping guidelines and updating the tree ordinance • Enforce local ordinances related to noise and parking. • Preserve and enhance public access to beaches and waterways. • Implement recommendations of the Beach management Plan. • Continue to address and mitigate potential damages from flooding 48- Page 61 -Item #4. Beaches Tybee’s landmark beaches form a key character area that covers the protective dune system and the environmentally economically essential beachfront. The Beaches character area covers the unique feel of Tybee’s beaches as pristine natural areas with lower impact residential and commercial uses than some comparable beachfront communities. While zoning uses intersect with the Beaches area, it is largely undeveloped and natural, and its beauty draws families and residents time and again to walk its shores. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area C-1 - Beach Business R-1- Single-Family Residential R-1-B - Single-Family Residential (with additional density) R-2- One and Two-Family Residential R-T- Residential Tourist • Continue to expand and strengthen the dune system in accordance with the Beach Management Plan. • Consider impacts of beach maintenance activities on the north beach area. • Educate the public and city employees on how to reduce the impact of their activities on the beach and dune system. • Develop strategies to address litter and toxic materials, such as plastics and cigarette butts, on the beach and maintain clean beaches. • Property, both public and private, should be managed to preserve a healthy beach and dune system. • Prohibit any development on the beach or dune system. • Encourage preservation of the buffer between development and the beach/dune system through development regulations. • Utilize dune crossing boardwalks to provide education on the beach/dune system, local flora and fauna, and natural resources protection. • Support projects enhancing wildlife habitats. • Promote the area as a recreation area and tourist destination. • Preserve the green space adjacent to beaches and dunes. • Maintain beach access dune crossing with the least amount of impact to the dune system • Investigate a plan to reinstall some portion of the Strand boardwalk along the beachfront adjacent to the pavilion. 49- Page 62 -Item #4. The Strand/Beachfront Neighborhood The Strand/Beachfront Neighborhood is an historic character area that is exclusively residential and borders much of the eastern edge of the Island alongside the beach, and begins east of Butler Avenue. It is characterized by a series of wide streets interspersed with lanes and alleys, all leading toward the beach. Each is fronted by a mix of home types, including multifamily, single family and duplex, with on-street parking and older trees. Notably, there is limited street connectivity within the area; to travel through, one must return to Butler or walk on the beach. Part of the Strand is designated the Strand Cottages Historic District by the National Register of Historic Places for its key role in the development of late 19th-century coastal resort planning. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area R-2 - One and Two-Family Residential • Historic structures should be preserved whenever possible • The unique features inherent to the Strand Cottages historic district should be preserved • Enhance the pedestrian environment where feasible. • Enhance the Butler Ave border of the area to facilitate comfortable walking between streets • Preserve old growth trees and scenic views • Preserve and maintain public beach access and enhance when necessary. • Do not allow intrusion of commercial uses. • Preserve the low-density and residential character of the area. 50- Page 63 -Item #4. Coastal Marshlands The Coastal Marshlands character area encompasses environmentally sensitive undeveloped natural land not suitable for development. The marshlands buffer against flooding and erosion and provide marine/wildlife habitat as well as natural recreational opportunities. Protecting the marshland is critical for continued disaster resilience on the Island, as well as for their role in keeping the critical oceanfront ecosystem healthy. The zoning is exclusively E-C. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area E-C - Environmental Conservation • Ensure that City maintenance and landscaping activities, including the application of landscaping chemicals, do not adversely affect the marsh. • Property should be maintained in a natural state. • Restrict development and encroachment into this area. • Promote the use of conservation easements to protect marshland in private ownership • Support the use of these areas for shellfish aquaculture as appropriate. • Promote areas as eco-tourism and low impact recreation destinations. • Work with area partners, including institutional and academic partners, to study changes and implement policies to enhance or protect the marshland • Encourage oyster reef restoration through established programs. • Continue to enforce the City’s Marsh Buffer Ordinance to mitigate development impacts. • Restrict or discourage uses adjacent to this area that could contribute to water pollution. 51- Page 64 -Item #4. Commercial Gateway The Commercial Gateway Character Area is the gateway to all other character areas in the city. It is the main corridor on and off the Island, and includes a wide mix of uses that varies along its route. The mix of neighborhood commercial uses include shopping, crafts and art, restaurants, and eco-tourism, while there are rentals and homes of various sizes and types scattered throughout the area as well. It is a key area for all people on the Island, including residents and visitors. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area C-1 - Beach Business C-2 - Highway Business R-1- Single-Family Residential R-1-B - Single-Family Residential (with additional density) R-T - Residential Tourism R-2 - One and Two-Family Residential • Encourage commercial and mixed use development and redevelopment along the US 80 commercial corridor. • Work with GDOT to monitor traffic and infrastructure concerns along the roadway to align with Plan vision. • Discourage down-zoning within the US 80 commercial corridor. • Establish standards for a maximum percentage of residential use on a per parcel basis to encourage mixed use. • Enhance pedestrian movements with streetscape improvements, especially at key locations where crossings are likely • Support the continued development of the Tybee Island bikeway including bike lanes and multi-use trails. • Allow for an appropriate mix of retail, residential, and tourism-related uses consistent with the Plan vision. • Implement traffic calming measures and parking improvements. • Establish noise and sight buffers between commercial uses and adjacent residential areas. • Review parking requirements to ensure they are not prohibitive to future commercial development. • Consider the use of City’s unopened ROW’s to provide additional public parking. 52- Page 65 -Item #4. Fort Screven Historic Neighborhood The Fort Screven Historic District includes Officers Row and all of historic Ft. Screven, which represents significant historic, cultural and natural resources. The neighborhood is a unique area that includes many uses, including some new, larger scale development, traditional cottages, townhomes/condominiums, public uses such Jaycee Park, the Tybee Post Theater and the Community Center, historic sites, narrow streets, old- growth street trees and public parking. The area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Fort Screven Historic District. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area R-1 - Single-Family Residential R-2 - One and Two-Family Residential R-T - Residential Tourism R1/NEC - North End Cultural Overlay District P-C - Parks/Conservation PUD - Planned Unit Development • Establish standards and guidelines for signage. • Provide additional signage and interpretation for landmarks and commercial businesses. • Continue to preserve or restore historic structures whenever possible. • Provide appropriate incentives for historic restoration projects as feasible in this area • Identify potential opportunities for adaptive reuse rather than new construction when feasible • Ensure continued preservation of old growth trees, parks, and green space. • Support an improved bicycle and pedestrian environment with connected facilities. • Consider adoption of architectural standards for historic structures. 53- Page 66 -Item #4. Inland Cottage Neighborhood The Inland Cottage neighborhood is a large character area composed of much of the area west of Butler Avenue to the Back River and Marshfront Neighborhood areas. It is most predominantly residential in character, with a mix of dwelling types. Housing includes permanent residences and rental homes of various sizing, along with multi-family. Both traditional historic cottages and large new residential homes are found here. Other uses include low density commercial and grocery, public/government buildings, including the only school in city limits, as well as park space. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area R-2 - One and Two-Family Residential N-G - Neighborhood Grocery P-C -Parks/Conservation • Permit only compatible uses including low density residential, public/institutional and low impact commercial. • Discourage through-traffic to protect the high population of pedestrians (and especially children) who move about the streets • Implement streetscape improvements to improve the pedestrian/bicycle environment and enhance safety and mobility. • Preserve/restore historic structures whenever possible. • Provide appropriate incentives for historic restoration projects. • Continue to address drainage issues in this area. • Develop strategies to address illegal parking on private and public property in this area. • Preserve the residential character of this neighborhood. 54- Page 67 -Item #4. Marshfront Neighborhood The Marshfront Neighborhood area is predominantly residential, with a fine mix of home type, size and scale. Small cottages exist along with larger homes and vacation rentals, along narrow roads fronted by majestic palms, live oaks and other shade trees. There are a few commercial uses in various areas, but the character is largely residential and anchored by the proximity of the coastal salt marshes, which provide beautiful scenic views as well as environmental benefits. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area R-1 - Single-Family Residential R-1-B - Single-Family Residential (with additional density) R-2 - One and Two-Family Residential E-C - Environmental Conservation • Permit only uses compatible with area character. • Permit only uses that will not adversely affect/impact the marsh environment. • Monitor health and range of the marsh to ensure its use as a flood abatement benefit is optimized • Continue to monitor traffic speeds and volume if occupancy/rental volume increases substantially • Enforce marsh buffer ordinance within the area. • Prioritize tree preservation to protect the scenic and habitat value of the area. • Enhance pedestrian and bicycling connections in this area to allow residents to travel safely and easily to adjacent areas 55- Page 68 -Item #4. North Beach/Maritime District The North Beach/Maritime District is a varied area that covers much of the northern end of the Island. It features a mix of uses and is less densely developed than other areas. It includes commercial, recreational, public/government uses and buildings, and a mix of residential styles and homes set on narrow streets, as well as the River’s End Campground. In addition to these developed portions, the area also includes extensive undeveloped environmentally sensitive areas with multi-use trails and public water access. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area R-1 - Single-Family Residential R-2 - One and Two-Family Residential R-1-B - Single-Family Residential (with additional density) R1/NEC - North End Cultural Overlay District R-T - Residential Tourism E-C - Environmental Conservation PUD - Planned Unit Development M-D - Maritime District • Establish standards and design guidelines for signage in keeping with island character. • Allow for the development of retail, restaurants and services for seasonal and year round populations • Improve the pedestrian and bicycle environment. • Discourage down-zoning and maintain commercial dock usage • Provide signage for landmarks and commercial establishments. • Preserve/restore historic structures whenever possible. • Provide appropriate incentives for historic restoration projects. • Ensure preservation of old growth trees, parks and green space. • Support continued development of bicycle infrastructure, including bike lanes and multi-use trails. • Consider the potential for additional parking within this area with transportation to other areas of the Island • Facilitate public water access where appropriate and on public property. • Explore opportunities to preserve historic battery, and public access to those batteries 56- Page 69 -Item #4. South End Neighborhood The South End character area is just south of the Downtown area, and features a growing mix of residential uses. The area is a very close to both the Back River and Downtown character areas, but has a distinct feel brought by the growing number of seasonal rental units, as well as the easy access to South End Beach and proximity to the activity in the adjacent Downtown. Highway 80 terminates shortly before the South End neighborhood boundary. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area R2- One and Two-Family Residential • Future development and redevelopment should be pedestrian oriented with safe connections to adjacent neighborhoods and commercial areas. • Preserve or restore historic structures whenever possible. • Monitor and enforce short-term rental regulations to limit conflict • Preserve and enhance beach access and scenic views • Monitor and encourage appropriate scaling of intensity between the Downtown commercial area and the residences • Continue implementation of improvements to enhance/ encourage pedestrian safety and mobility. • Continue to develop strategies to address illegal parking on private and public property in this area. • Preserve the residential character of the neighborhood. 57- Page 70 -Item #4. Historic Downtown The Historic Downtown District is key character area that acts at the city’s traditional “main street” and is perhaps the most outwardly “urban” feeling area in the city. It features wide sidewalks and dense commercial uses with restaurants shopping, hotels/lodging, pavilions, and public parking, as well as access to the large central pier which acts as a focus point for the beach. Single-family, multi-family, and vacation rentals form the residential uses. Description Strategies Current Zoning in this Area C-1 - Beach Business C1/SE - South End Business Overlay District R1 - Single-Family Residential • Future development and redevelopment should be pedestrian-oriented • Promote mixed densities of residential development, including upstairs residential over commercial. • Encourage mixed uses to provide for the daily needs of residents and tourists. • Uses and zoning should provide a transition from the South End neighborhood. • Add recreational uses within the area. • Beautification and façade improvement projects should be implemented to improve area aesthetics • Encourage the preservation, restoration and adaptive reuse of historic structures through incentives • Encourage development/redevelopment of existing vacant properties and under-utilized structure. • Preserve/retain buildings that can house small businesses. • Look for opportunities to ease congestion and improve traffic flow within the City’s road network. • Address trash and litter issues in this area. • Assess traffic flow and transportation issues on the narrow lanes within this district. • Discourage down-zoning within this area. • Improve the availability and accessibility of public services and amenities in this area. 58- Page 71 -Item #4. HOUSING 5 5.1 Housing Types 5.2 Occupancy 5.3 Housing Costs 5.4 Cost-Burdened Housing 5.5 Condition of Housing 5.6 Job-Housing Balance 59- Page 72 -Item #4. The housing section of the plan serves as a baseline for understanding the housing supply in Tybee Island and a framework for making future decisions. The goals of the City include providing a range of housing choices to serve all members of the Tybee community, and to promote livability, health, and economic mobility among its residents. The housing market is heavily dependent on larger economic conditions, demographic changes, and the physical location of individual dwellings. Demographic conditions can have an effect on the type of housing: families may require different housing types than single workers, for example. Tybee Island’s neighborhoods provide a range of housing types of differing densities, styles, ages and sizes, providing a rich variety of homes and lifestyles for citizens. These are further detailed in the “Character Areas” section. The high cost of housing on Tybee Island is a critical issue that will continue to influence the future of the city. The area’s desirable seaside location, proximity to Savannah, and dwindling capacity for new housing construction are just a few factors that contribute to the high housing cost. While this can be beneficial for property owners who see values rise, it can heighten inequity and depress the local job market as many workers must live in housing far from their jobs. While the housing market is largely driven by economic conditions, there are ways for local governments to influence the cost and supply of housing. Zoning codes and development regulations, quality and type of services provided (trash, recycling, water) can affect housing supply and cost, and more direct programs like incentives and credits can help to achieve city goals for things like low and moderate-income housing. Note: Figures may differ slightly between sources due to data vintage and survey methods. 60- Page 73 -Item #4. Total Housing Units: 3,441 Total Occupied Units: 1,305 Occupied units increased from 1,232 in 2015 to 1,305 in 2019. Single-family detached homes increased from 1,739 in 2015 to 2,110 in 2019 Owner-occupied units Increased from 826 in 2015 to 904 in 2019. 5.1 Housing Type In 2019, Tybee Island had a total of roughly 3,441 housing units, although only 1,305 of them were listed as occupied. The majority of housing on Tybee Island is in the form of single-family detached homes, and the percentage of single family homes increased from 2010 to 2019, from 56.7% to 61.3%. The second-most common housing type on Tybee was buildings with 50 units or more. This building type experienced a dramatic increase from 2010-2019, from 2.4% of units on the island to 8.9%. Buildings with 10 to 19 units also saw a major increase of from 2.5% of units to 6.6%. Other types saw more modest changes. Single family detached homes increased from 1,739 in 2015 to 2,110 in 2019. The number of duplexes increased by 2.6%, while buildings with 3 to 4 units decreased by 3.6%. Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 61- Page 74 -Item #4. Category 2010 2015 2019 Total 2,983 3,341 3,441 Owner-Occupied 953 826 904 Renter Occupied 372 406 401 Vacant 1,658 2,109 2,136 5.2 Occupancy Age of Occupied Housing Most housing on Tybee Island (43%) was built between 1970 and 1990. Another 30% was built between 1990 and 2010. After 2010, the pace of construction dropped significantly during the peak of the recession before picking up again after 2014. From 2010 to 2019, there was an overall decline in owner-occupied housing, which dropped from 72% of units to 69%. Occupied rental units rose slightly over the same timeframe, from 28% to 31%. A majority of housing on the Island remains listed as vacant, and the rate has grown, from 55.6% in 2010 to 62.1% in 2019. Of the vacant housing, 38.4% was listed as for rent, 1% was listed as for sale, and the rest listed as unoccupied but not up for sale or rent. Category Number Percent Occupied Housing Units:1,305 / Built 2014 or Later 50 3.8% Built 2010 to 2013 9 0.7% Built 2000 to 2009 227 17.4% Built 1990 to 1999 171 13.1% Built 1980 to 1989 288 22.1% Built 1970 to 1979 278 21.3% Built 1960 to 1969 63 4.8% Built 1950 to 1959 78 6.0% Built 1940 to 1949 88 6.7% Built 1939 or Earlier 53 4.1% Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 62- Page 75 -Item #4. Category 2010 2015 2019 Percent Change (2010-2019) Median Rent $1,094 $1,219 $1,208 10.4% Median Owner Costs as Percent Income (Mort- gaged) 24.6%26.1%22.6%-8.1% Median Owner Costs as Percent Income (No Mortgage) 14.8%15.2%9.0%-39.2% Median Home Value $452,700 $360,200 $503,700 11.3% 5.3 Housing Cost The median value of an owner-occupied house has risen substantially from 2010-2019. The median value of a home was $452,700 in 2010, dipped during the recession to $360,200 in 2015, and rebounded to $503,700 by 2019. There were no homes valued at less than $100,000 in 2019, and more than 90% of homes were valued at more than $300,000. Median gross rent has also increased, from $1,131 in 2010 to $1,275 in 2019. About 45% of renters paid $1,000 - $1,249 in 2019, and another 30% paid $1,500 - $1,999. For comparison, the median housing value for Chatham County as a whole in 2019 was $194,500. The median gross rent was $1,085. Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 63- Page 76 -Item #4. In 2019, 37.5% of homeowners with mortgages were cost burdened. In 2019, 56.1% of renters were cost burdened (higher than state median). In 2019, about 4% of homeowners without a mortgage were cost burdened. 0.0% 10.0% 20.0% 30.0% 40.0% 50.0% 60.0% 70.0% 2010 2015 2019 Percent Cost-Burdened) Homeowners With a Mortgage Homeowners Without a Mortgage Renters 5.4 Cost Burdens The federal government defines a household as “cost burdened” is they are paying more than 30% of their net household income on housing costs, such as rent or mortgage payments. The number of cost-burdened mortgage-holders has declined slightly, dropping from 41.3% in 2010 to 37.5% in 2019. The number of cost-burdened homeowners without a mortgage dropped significantly, from nearly 30% in 2010 to 4.3% in 2019. The number of cost-burdened renters has increased, however, from 37.4% in 2010 to 56.1% in 2019. This is a higher rate of burden relative to the state of Georgia, which had a rate of about 45% in 2019. The current median household income for Tybee Island in 2019 was $80,897, and rose at a rate of more than 50% from 2010-2019. This rise in income appears to be keeping ownership burden costs in check. Renters continue to face higher cost burdens, however, likely due to a low supply of long-term rental housing. Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 64- Page 77 -Item #4. 5.5 Housing Condition The condition of housing is critical for the wellbeing and health of residents. Poor housing quality can lead to higher costs in the long run, as well as worse health outcomes for residents and impaired childhood development. Some issues that affect housing quality are insufficient plumbing and kitchen facilities and overcrowding. Overall, Tybee is in good condition in regards to its housing condition and faces no critical issues in this regard. In 2019, fully 100% of housing units in Tybee Island had complete plumbing facilities, and 94% had complete kitchen facilities. The lower kitchen facilities percentage is likely due to the number of housing units dedicated to short term vacation rentals. Severe overcrowding is defined by the federal government as more than 1.5 people per room in a dwelling. Approximately 3.8 percent of units fit this criteria, all of which appeared from 2015-2019. Approximately 93% of housing units had fewer than 1 occupant per room. Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 65- Page 78 -Item #4. 5.6 Job-Housing Balance The jobs-housing ratio is a measure that relates the amount of housing in a community to the amount of jobs in a community. A low ratio indicates there is more housing than work, and a high ratio indicates there are more jobs than housing units. A ratio of between 0.75 and 1.5 is generally considered a “balanced” community. An imbalance can indicate a mismatch between where people live and work, leading to longer commute times, congestion, and poor air quality. The most recent data from 2018 indicated that Tybee Island supplied 2,123 jobs and contained 3,441 housing units, giving a ratio of 0.62. However, due to the Island’s nature as a vacation destination, this may be distorted by tourist rental units. Using only occupied housing units, the ratio changes to 1.62. This indicates Tybee likely has a slight jobs-housing imbalance, though its unique nature may make this measure less valuable. 66- Page 79 -Item #4. TRANSPORTATION 5 6.1 Roads and Highways 6.2 Road Network Hierarchy 6.3 Parking 6.4 Water, Air and Rail 6.5 Alternative Transportation 67- Page 80 -Item #4. Beachwood Dr 14Th L n Vil l a g e P l 12Th Ter Car penterRd 11Th Pl 6T h A v e N a y l o r S t 7Th A v e 7Th St 6T h A v e 6Th St 80 80 80 Tybee Island, Georgia Transportation Network Savannah Area GIS, Esri, HERE Produced in 2021 by the Coastal Regional Commission GIS Department (CRC GIS). All information portrayed in this product is for reference use only. Therefore, CRC GIS will not be held liable for improper use of the data provided herein. The data andrelated graphics are not legal documents and should not be utilized in such a manner. The information contained herein is considered dynamic and will change over time. It is the responsibility of the user to use the products appropriately. Z:\ags_resources\01_FY2021\GIS\Chatham\CompPlan\Tybee4/20/2021 1:42 PM 0 ½1¼Miles Major Highway Streets Bike Trails 68- Page 81 -Item #4. 6.1 Roads and Highways U.S. Highway 80 is the single roadway that leads on and off the Island. The roadway, which is two lanes with occasional passing lanes, is under the jurisdiction of the Georgia Department of Transportation. All other roads are local and managed by the City. U.S. 80 is critical as a gateway for the tourists who drive the City’s economy and for the residents to enter and exit the island. It operates with a high level of service (Level of Service A) with no congestion most of the time, though during the peak summer and spring seasons, and especially on major holidays, traffic can experience severe delays. The roadway is vulnerable to increased flooding events that can close the route, as well as to crashes that can block traffic for extended periods of time. Improvements were recently completed to raise the road level slightly to help avoid flooding. The Bull River and Lazaretto Creek bridges are included on the route, and were in the preliminary process of a major replacement and improvement project by GDOT at the beginning of 2021. The route is also listed as a future bike route in the MPO’s long term transportation plan. As it stands, the highway does not have facilities for pedestrians or cyclists other than a shoulder. Transportation is one of the most critical components of any city. It facilitates the movement of people, but also affects the ability of goods to flow to and from the city, provide for evacuation routes during natural disas- ters, and also has a major effect on the character of the landscape and on environmental and physical health. Tybee Island’s transportation infrastructure is especially critical due to the massive fluxes in population during the on and off seasons, which can place strain on the roadway and parking networks. A transportation element is required from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for comprehensive plans, as Tybee Island is part of the Coastal Region Metropolitan Planning Organization planning area, of which it participates through the Technical Coordinat- ing and Policy committees. 69- Page 82 -Item #4. 6.2 Roadway Hierarchy It is helpful to conceptualize a road network as a hierarchy, with different types of roads separated based on their physical characteristics, speed, and traffic volume. The CORE MPO completed a 2014 Thoroughfare Study that provided definitions for this hierarchy as a framework for cataloging improvement needs. Freeways Limited access roads, freeways or motorways, including most toll roads are at the top of the hierarchy. These roads provide largely uninterrupted travel, often using partial or full access control, and are designed for high speeds. There are no roadways fitting this description in Tybee Island. Arterials Major through roads that are expected to carry large volumes of traffic are designated as arterials. U.S. High- way 80 is the only roadway on Tybee Island that fits this criteria, and is the subject of most regional and state level planning focus. It provides an entrance to the Island from the west before curving to the south and terminating at Tybrisa Avenue. Collectors Next in the hierarchy are collector roads, which collect traffic from local roads, and distribute it to arterials. They are often fronted by auto-oriented establishments, and provide a route for travelers going somewhere else. There are no roadways fitting this description in Tybee Island. Local Roads These roads are at the bottom of the hierarchy, have the lowest speed limit, and carry low volumes of traffic. In some areas, these roads may be unpaved. All roadways in Tybee Island other than U.S. 80 fall under this description. Bridges The Bull River and Lazaretto Creek bridges make up part of Highway 80 along the entrance route to the Is- land. They were in the preliminary process of a major replacement and improvement project by GDOT at the beginning of 2021, which will add bicycle infrastructure and shoulder improvements while maintaining the automobile travel lanes to two. Signalized Intersections There are three traffic signals on Tybee Island, all of which are on U.S. 80, and are maintained by the Georgia Department of Transportation. The roadway also features flashing warning beacons for pedestrians at cross- ings along the Butler Avenue portion of the road. 70- Page 83 -Item #4. Tybee Island intensively manages its parking infrastructures and tracks usage throughout the year to determine the need for improvements. The City operated parking structures at the south and north ends of the Island and provides on-street parking in various areas, all of which are pay-to-park. The fees are enforced from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. year-round, including weekends and holidays, and the city has invested in more staff for parking and code enforcement. Parking is in high-demand much of the time, but experiences severe peaks during the summer months, which can cause problems as drivers park illegally in residential areas. The 2016 Carrying Capacity Study indicated that city staff do not generally feel that lack of parking prevents special events from being held on the Island, and that improvements in advanced planning have helped to alleviate some congestion problems, The city offers yearly parking decals to residents. Fees can be paid at dedicated kiosks or through a dedicated mobile phone app. Tybee Island is close to major port terminals in Savannah, but the port traffic has no measurable effect on transportation to or from Tybee Island. There is no rail service on Tybee, either for passenger or freight, and there is no major trucking freight activity on the Island other than service delivery. There is no ferry service to Tybee. Such service may be reconsidered, in line with parking management, to reduce vehicle traffic on the Island. The nearest airport to Tybee Island is the Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport, which recently expanded service through routes from Southwest Airlines. 6.3 Parking 6.4 Water, Rail and Air 71- Page 84 -Item #4. Tybee Island is well-known as a biking and walking friendly city. Many citizens of Tybee Island get around the island by walking, biking, or through golf carts and small electric vehicles. Visitors are able to rent bicycles from several local outfitters and use them to travel the city as well. The City continues to work closely with CORE MPO, GDOT, and area partners on additional walking and biking infrastructure and acknowledges the importance of such projects for the convenience of visitors and residents as well as their value in helping alleviate congestion and pollution. The City has a dedicated bike route with signage through the Back River area through to the northern end of the Island, and has paved trails in Jaycee Park and Memorial Park. There is also a recreational McQueen’s Island trail that runs parallel to the Savannah River. Construction of the Marsh Hen Trail running from the East Gate beach access point to the McQueen’s Island trail is in varying stages of completion. Tybee’s government has established a “Complete Streets” policy that takes all road users into account during local transportation planning and construction projects. Flashing pedestrian “HAWK” beacons have been installed along crossings on U.S. 80 to provide safer crossing. Additional planning for pedestrian and bicycle improvements is ongoing. Transit Chatham Area Transit does not provide service to Tybee Island. The Coastal Regional Commission provides limited on-demand transit service for eligible trips. A daily shuttle service was piloted in recent years but was discontinued. 6.5 Alternative Transportation 72- Page 85 -Item #4. Current Tybee Island Bicycle Map 73- Page 86 -Item #4. COASTAL RESILIENCE 7 7.1 Natural Hazards 7.2 Vegetation and Open Water Buffers 7.3 Vulnerable Populations 74- Page 87 -Item #4. VE X AE Tybee Island, Georgia Flood Zones Savannah Area GIS, Esri, HERE Produced in 2021 by the Coastal Regional Commission GIS Department (CRC GIS). All information portrayed in this product is for reference use only. Therefore, CRC GIS will not be held liable for improper use of the data provided herein. The data and related graphics are not legal documents and should not be utilized in such a manner. The information contained herein is considered dynamic and will change over time. It is the responsibility of the user to use the products appropriately. Z:\ags_resources\01_FY2021\GIS\Chatham\CompPlan\Tybee 4/21/2021 3:09 PM 0 ½1¼Miles Flood Zone AE - 1% or greater annual flood risk VE - 1% or greater annual flood risk + storm surge risk X - Minimal flood risk Care Facility Schools Police Fire 75- Page 88 -Item #4. Beachwood Dr 14Th L n Vil l a g e P l 12Th Te r Carp e nter R d 11Th Pl 6T h A v e N a ylo r S t 7Th A v e 7Th St 6Th St 80 80 80 NOAA SLOSH Storm Surge Model 2016 Tybee Island, Georgia Storm Surge Esri, HERE 0 ½1¼Miles Critical Facilities Fire Police Schools Care Facility Storm Surge Cat 1 Cat 2 Cat 3 Produced in 2021 by the Coastal Regional Commission GIS Department (CRC GIS). All information portrayed in this product is for reference use only. Therefore, CRC GIS will not be held liable for improper use of the data provided herein. The data and related graphics are not legal documents and should not be utilized in such a manner. The information contained herein is considered dynamic and will change over time. It is the responsibility of the user to use the products appropriately. Z:\ags_resources\01_FY2021\GIS\Chatham\CompPlan\Tybee 4/20/2021 1:23 PM 76- Page 89 -Item #4. 7.1 Natural Hazards A resilient city is one that acknowledges disasters will occur and prepares to meet the disruption they cause. Resilient communities seek to prevent loss of life and property, protect the environment, and quickly bounce back from shocks to return citizens and businesses to pre-disaster functioning. Resilience is important for all cities, but it takes on a special meaning for communities on the coast, which face the full brunt of storms, flooding, sea level rise and other issues. Tybee Island, as a frontline Georgia barrier island, is no exception, and has taken pains to prepare itself as a resilient community. Tybee Island faces significant and pervasive risk from storms and from overall sea level rise. The Island’s landmark Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan notes that the City already faces increased coastal erosion on its Atlantic beaches, tidal flooding of U.S. 80 and backup in stormwater drainage systems that causes localized “nuisance” flooding. The entire Island lies within a 100-year flood plain, and the city participates in the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System (CRS). The adoption of the Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan helped the city move to a higher rating, providing premium discounts for residents. The Pre- Disaster Hazard Mitigation Plan for Chatham County estimates about $250 million in damage is at risk from flooding. The island has already experienced approximately 10 inches of sea-level rise since 1935, according to NOAA. The Island faces serious risk from storm surges. While the City has not experienced a recent “direct hit” from an Atlantic hurricane, serious flooding has occurred during recent storms, and there is a particular danger to low-lying areas to the south and west. More than 100 homes were flooded during recent storms, such as Hurricane Irma in 2017 . The entire Island has been designated a Special Flood Hazard Area by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and storm surges can be as high as 15 feet above normal tidal levels. Tybee Island has made great strides in the last decade through accelerated beach and marsh renourishment pro- grams, as detailed in the adaptation plan. The problems will continue to get worse, however, as storms increase in frequency and intensity, and as sea levels continue to rise. Adjustments to U.S. 80 to avoid intermittent flooding, con- tinued beach and dune renourishment and deployment of green infrastructure, and upgrades to the city’s sewer and water systems will become more critical in upcoming years. Raising well houses above the flood plain and management/ replacement of sanitary mains are scheduled for the coming years and should be prioritized as vital needs for the Island’s resiliency in the long term. 77- Page 90 -Item #4. 7.2 Vegetation/Water Barriers 7.3 Vulnerable Populations There are several natural features that help reduce the effects of flooding. The coastal marshlands and dune system are both natural pieces of “green infrastructure” that lessen the impacts of harsh weather and flooding. The Coastal Marshlands Protection Act and Shore Protection Act both require notification and planning for projects that affect marshland or shore, beaches and dunes. Tybee Island’s Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan provides guidance for adaptation to flooding risk, including ongoing beach renourishment and dune revegetation. The report suggests this will only become more important in the future as further deepening of the shipping channel to Savannah will likely exacerbate erosion issues. The report also suggests the creation of the three foot sea wall along the back river section of the Island to protect against persistent flooding in those areas. A key factor in examining resiliency is quantifying vulnerable populations. These populations include those residents who live in areas vulnerable to natural disasters and flooding, but also those who may have difficulty in heeding evacuation orders due to age, income, and mobility. The most vulnerable populations include children less than five years old, the elderly and frail elderly, persons living in poverty, and persons without reliable transportation that live in communities with limited public transportation. For elderly, we have identified the percentage of the population 65 and older. These groups may require extra care when facing an imminent threat or when responding to a new disaster and should be incorporated into disaster mitigation and management plans when relevant. In Tybee Island the percentage of children under age five grew from 2.2% in 2010 to 3.1% in 2019, while the percentage of persons 65 and older grew from 22.1% to 28.6% during the same period. Tybee Island has continued to update its pre-disaster mitigation plan. 78- Page 91 -Item #4. Poverty and Income Level Income can directly relate to a family’s ability to have reliable transportation, which then directly relates to a family’s ability to evacuate their home in the event of an evacuation order. Income also impinges upon a family’s ability to secure temporary lodging (hotels or motels) beyond publicly provided shelter, or to obtain replacement housing should they lose their homes due to a storm event or natural disaster. The median household income for Tybee Island in 2019 was $80,797. The per capita income was $46,205. Both are significantly higher than the state median, and both have risen over the last 10 years. Poverty levels are established by the federal government and are based upon income and family size. For Tybee Island, approximately 11% of children and 16% of working-age adults were determined to be living below the poverty line in 2019. There were no residents over 65 who were determined to be living in poverty. Means of Transportation The U. S. Census reports on the number of vehicles available to households. This is an important indicator of the percentage of the population that has reliable transportation should they need to evacuate their homes in the event of a storm or other natural disaster. In Tybee Island, 13 units (or about 1% of residents) reported not having a vehicle available in 2019. Housing Type Mobile homes have been identified as a particularly vulnerable type of housing during storm events due to their susceptibility to damage caused by high winds and flying debris. There were six mobile home units in Tybee Island as of 2019, down from 75 in 2010. 79- Page 92 -Item #4. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 8 8.1 Economic Base 8.2 Unemployment Rate 8.3 Occupation 8.4 Class of Labor Force and Place of Employment 80- Page 93 -Item #4. Economic development is about more than business or growth. A strong, resilient economy is the bedrock for providing a high standard of living for residents, from high-quality jobs, access to shops and restaurants and vital services to protection of the natural environment. Economic development can be measured by looking at the workforce of Tybee Island and examining where people are working and how those jobs are expanding or contracting over time. As productivity increases in the economy, the standard of living can rise as well, as higher incomes allow citizens to purchase more goods and services and fund more city services and projects. Tybee Island’s economy is heavily tied to its status as a resort community, with many workers employed in the hospitality and services industries. Many others are involved in business and management roles in various companies, or own their own businesses. The Island’s natural beauty, unique downtown and neighborhood landscapes, historic value, and proximity to Savannah draw visitors from around the world. Tybee Island is well-prepared to take advantage of its role as a destination city, although its reliance on tourism poses risks if demand for travel falls. Additionally, service workers who support the tourism industry are often pushed out of the City due to high housing costs, which also poses a risk as some workers choose to seek employment closer to home. The 2018 Tybee Island Economic Development Strategic Plan provided a strategic work plan and recommendations for economic development actions, which includes branding campaigns and echoes concerns over housing availability. 81- Page 94 -Item #4. 8.1 Economic Base The economic base provides a snapshot of in which industries most people in Tybee Island are working. The table below shows the economic base for Tybee from 2010 to 2019. Education, healthcare, social assistance, arts and entertainment, recreation and accommodation and food services make up the largest proportions of workers. Industry 2010 2015 2019 Total Employed Civilian Population 16 Years and Over 1,599 1,355 1,487 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, and Mining 0.0%0.6%0.0% Construction 10.4%3.2%4.6% Manufacturing 5.5%6.8%5.2% Wholesale Trade 3.3%1.3%2.8% Retail Trade 9.7%16.2%11.4% Transportation and Warehousing, and Utilities 2.8%4.9%6.7% Information 0.8%0.0%1.3% Finance and Insurance, and Real Estate and Rental and Leasing 16.6%6.8%13.1% Professional, Scientific, and Management, and Ad- ministrative and Waste Management Services 11.4%9.8%12.7% Educational Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance 21.5%18.7%14.4% Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation, and Accommo- dation and Food Services 12.5%22.7%20.8% Other Services, Except Public Administration 1.8%2.8%2.3% Public Administration 3.7%6.1%4.7% Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 82- Page 95 -Item #4. Occupation 2010 2015 2019 Employed Civilian Population 16 Years and Over:1,599 1,355 1,487 Management, Business, and Financial Operations Occupations 17.3%20.1%25.5% Professional and Related Occupations 28.0%28.0%21.9% Healthcare Support Occupations 0.0%0.0%0.0% Protective Service Occupations 0.0%2.7%2.6% Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 6.4%14.8%19.2% Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations 15.1%3.0%4.4% Personal Care and Service Occupations 0.6%0.6%0.0% Sales and Related Occupations 9.9%10.5%5.1% Office and Administrative Support Occupations 8.6%7.0%6.7% Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations 0.6%0.6%0.0% Construction, Extraction, and Maintenance Occupations 11.1%6.3%4.4% Production Occupations 2.2%1.8%5.7% Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 0.0%4.7%4.6% 8.2 Unemployment 8.3 Occupation The table below shows the most common occupations for the Tybee Island workforce from 2010 to 2019. The occupations with the highest proportions of workers are management, business, and professional occupations. Food preparation and services also employ a significant number of people. The total labor force for Tybee Island was 1,529 in 2019, and has stayed relatively consistent. The unemployment rate for the city was historically low in 2010 at 0.6%, but spiked to 9.2% in 2015 during the Great Recession. By 2019, the rate had fallen to 2.7%. County-level unemployment rates showed a large spike to nearly 17% in April of 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. By February of 2021, the county unemployment rate had shrunk to about 5%, lower than the national average. Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 Source: Georgia Department of Labor 83- Page 96 -Item #4. Class of Labor Force Tybee Island Total Employed 1,487 Private Wage and Salary Workers 64.70% Government 11% Self-Employed 19.30% Private not-for-profit wage and salary 5% 64.7% Private Workers 19.3% Self-Employed 1,823 Work on Tybee but Live Off-Island 8.4 Labor Force Tybee Island’s total workforce was 1,487 people as of 2019. Most of those people worked as traditional private wage or salary workers, while about 19% were self-employed. Another 11% worked in government and 5% worked in non-profit jobs. In 2018, 86% of workers on Tybee Island lived outside the city and commuted to the Island for work. Approximately 31% of residents who were employed were employed in Tybee Island. The remaining 69% worked outside the city. Total Jobs in Tybee 2,123 Live and Work in Tybee 300 Live in Tybee, Work Elsewhere 660 Live Elsewhere, Work in Tybee 1,823 Source: American Community Survey 2015-2019 Source: American Community Survey 2015- 2019, U.S. Census OnTheMap 84- Page 97 -Item #4. BROADBAND 9 9.1 Broadband Coverage Levels 85- Page 98 -Item #4. Broadband internet service has evolved to be critically important for nearly all aspects of modern life, from business to education, healthcare, agriculture, tourism and government. The state of Georgia launched the Georgia Broadband Deployment Initiative in 2018 to identify areas of Georgia insufficiently served by broadband and to work on promotion and deployment of broadband in those areas. State goals indicate broadband internet speeds should be a minimum of 25 megabits per second (mbps) download and 3 Mbps upload, which is in line with minimum standards from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Communities are now required to include a broadband element within their local comprehensive plans. The purpose is “to ensure that a community adopts a strategy that demonstrates the promotion of broadband within the community.” Broadband in Georgia Roughly 90 percent of the Georgia population is considered served by the standards for Broadband. The 2020 broadband map, produced by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, highlights a significant digital divide between rural Georgia and metropolitan regions. In total, 70% of Georgia’s unserved locations are in rural areas, and 31% of rural Georgia is unserved. As these rural areas continue to face pressures from population and job loss, a lack of quality broadband service presents yet another challenge for recruiting and retaining talented workers and businesses. Broadband on Tybee Island Tybee Island is considered fully served by broadband according to both the state of Georgia and the FCC. The Island is served by four providers at last count, with speeds meeting the 25/3 level and occasionally faster, according to the latest data released by the FCC. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs lists zero unserved members of the population within Census blocks on Tybee Island. However, the definition of acceptability of broadband speed is relative. For example, the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of high-quality, stable and fast broadband when it forced a massive cultural shift toward video-based work and education. This data-heavy usage can be taxing on slower broadband networks, even if they meet the 25/3 minimum standard. Small businesses and healthcare operations often need advanced speeds as well to function reliably or competitively. Broadband Coverage Levels 86- Page 99 -Item #4. Source: FCC Planning Considerations Tybee Island should continue to monitor internet speeds and service and continue to promote its broadband accessibility as an important benefit for residents, visitors, and businesses. It should monitor new grant and partnership funding opportunities from the state and federal governments to expand choice and speed for its citizens. The City should take its broadband infrastructure into account when planning response and mitigation procedures for natural disasters to keep disruption to a minimum during hazardous events and recovery. Additionally, the city should proactively monitor and address new advances in broadband and internet technology, including the continued development of 5G “small cell” wireless facilities. Small cells, which are wireless antennas, will help increase telecommunication companies’ network capacities and speeds. These technologies are essential to present and future technologies, such as smart cars and smart cities. The Georgia Municipal Association has created a model ordinance and permitting process for this technology, and more information is likely to come in the near future from state and federal agencies as deployment expands. 87- Page 100 -Item #4. 10 WORK PROGRAM 10.1 Short Term Work Program 10.2 Report of Accomplishments 88 - Page 101 -Item #4. Short Term Work Program Project Description Year Begin Year End Responsible Party Cost Est./ Source Land Use and Development Patterns Review and update the Land Development Code in accordance with the Vision of this plan 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Review and Revise Zoning Ordinance as Necessary 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Continue development of comprehensive GIS Database for the city 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Community Preservation Complete a review of the current historic preservation ordinance and update as needed 2022 2025 City/Historic Pres. Committee Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Develop a unified education packet to be distributed to visitors about activities/services/resources, as well as information regarding beach rules and protection of natural resources. Work with various agencies/ rental companies on distribution. 2022 2024 City/Tourism Council $25,000/ Gen. Fund; Explore the feasibility of establishing incentives for restoration projects 2022 2024 City/Historic Pres. Committee Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Coordinate with appropriate agencies and preservation groups to identify funding for preservation projects 2022 Ongoing City/Historic Pres. Committee Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Identify needed services that are lacking for year- round residents, and create strategies to address 2022 2024 City/Main Street Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Complete south end bathroom, changing rooms and showers 2022 2022 City $750,000/ Gen. Fund Incorporate the results of the carrying capacity study into regulations to ensure growth does not outpace resources and infrastructure 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Continue to implement beautification/façade improvements in the business district through a revolving loan program 2022 Ongoing City/Main Street Staff Time /$20,000/ Gen.Fund Regrade and improve park fields 2021 Ongoing City $270,000/ Gen. Fund Consider additional limitations on alcohol consumption in public, in designated areas 2021 2022 City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Attract and retain law enforcement/public safety officials through incentives and cost of living allowances. 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Complete a review the Tree Ordinance and develop strategic incentives to promote the retention of trees 2022 2024 City/Main Street Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Actively enforce existing ordinance violations for short term rentals and revise penalties as needed 2022 Ongoing City/Council Staff Time/ Gen. Fund 89 - Page 102 -Item #4. Continue to support the Lighthouse Museum 2022 Ongoing City $25,000/ Gen. Fund Continue to support and work with the Marine Science Center 2022 Ongoing City $25,000/ Gen. Fund Continue to support the Tybee Post Theater 2022 Ongoing City $25,000/ Gen. Fund Support continued planning and program development for the Rivers End Campground to attract off-season visitors 2022 Ongoing City $30,000/ Gen. Fund/ DNR Upgrade city IT services to secure systems from threats 2022 2023 City Staff Time/ Gen Fund Continue to maintain/replace as necessary all public works equipment 2022 Ongoing City TBD/Gen. Fund/ SPLOST Sustainability Continue to review results of the carrying capacity study and implement recommendations as feasible 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ TBD/Gen. Fund/DNR/ SPLOST Work with agencies on preservation of beach and marshes 2022 Ongoing City $50,000/ Gen. Fund/ DNR Continue implementing storm water upgrades per the Storm Water Master Plan 2021 2026 City $3,000,000/ Gen. Fund Provide education for visitors on the fragile ecosystem and appropriate actions and activities 2022 Ongoing City/Tourism Council $25,000/ Gen. Fund/ DNR Continue water conservation efforts and assess needed upgrades to the system 2022 Ongoing City $25,000/ Gen. Fund/ DNR Continue replacing/rehabilitating sanitary mains throughout the city 2021 2026 City $5,565,000/ Gen. Fund Develop educational materials on water conservation techniques for visitors and residents 2022 2024 City/Tourism Council $15,000/ Gen. Fund/ DNR Rehabilitate/Repair Water Clarifiers 2021 2022 City $1,000,000/ Gen. Fund Complete retaining Wall from 18th to Tybrisa 2023 2024 City $150,000/ Gen. Fund Raise well houses above flood plain 2023 2025 City $600,000/ Gen. Fund Complete paving and Drainage project for 14th St. Lot 2023 2026 City $800,000/ Gen. Fund Develop a prioritized plan for implementing needed infrastructure improvements 2022 2024 City $50,000/ Gen. Fund/ DNR/DCA Continue funding substructure for water/sewer plant upgrades and new facilities 2022 2025 City $1,000,000/ Gen. Fund/ DNR/DCA 90 - Page 103 -Item #4. Continue to monitor drainage issues in dunes 2022 Ongoing City Staff time/ Gen. Fund/ DNR Continue the upgrade of sewer collection system; improve efficiency, reduce stormwater intrusion and explore the feasibility of connecting existing septic systems users to the treatment facility 2022 2025 City $100,000/ Gen. Fund/ DNR Continue implementation of shallow-well showers at beach entrances 2022 2024 City $100,000/ Gen. Fund Continue to seek funding and implement beach re- nourishment 2022 Ongoing City Staff time/ Gen. Fund/ DNR Develop strategies focusing on the retention of small businesses 2022 2024 City/Main Street $30,000/ General Fund Complete re-roofing of open-air pavilion at memorial park 2021 2021 City $125,000/ Gen. Fund Provide incentives and assistance to encourage new businesses to locate on Tybee 2022 2024 City/Main Street $40,000/ General Fund Create policies and programming to encourage off peak visitors 2022 2024 City/Main Street $30,000/ General Fund Work with local, state and federal agencies to develop a plan for dealing with disasters 2022 2024 City/CEMA Staff Time/ General Fund Housing Complete a housing needs assessment to identify the scale of housing need for the Tybee workforce 2022 2024 City/Council $15,000/ General Fund/Grants Explore options to incentivize development of long- term rental options for young families and local workers 2022 2023 City Staff Time/ Gen/ Fund Transportation Work with the Coastal Region MPO and GDOT on planned and future improvements, including the exploration of alternative means of transportation on the Island as well as access to and from the Island 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Pave, Fence and Landscape Department of Public Works Yard 2021 2026 City $250,000/ Gen. Fund In coordination with GDOT, explore long term planning opportunities for round-abouts or other traffic interventions at intersections U.S. 80/McKenzie and U.S. 80/Estill Hammock Rd 2024 2026 City/GDOT Staff time/ Gen. Fund/ GDOT Explore various funding opportunities, such as grant programs and the Transportation Alternatives Program to leverage local funding for implementation 2022 Ongoing City Staff time/ Gen. Fund / CORE MPO Work with area partners to pilot a transit service from the mainland to the Island at regular intervals, paired with parking management, to decrease the burden of auto traffic 2022 2024 City/CORE Staff Time/ Gen Fund/ CORE MPO 91 - Page 104 -Item #4. Consider the feasability of a ferry service between the Island and the mainland, as both a travel mode and tourist amenity. 2023 2024 City/CORE Staff Time/ Gen Fund/ CORE MPO Continue to develop multi-use paths and linkages throughout the City connecting greenspace, parks, cultural, and historic resources 2022 Ongoing City Staff time/ Gen. Fund/ CORE MPO Identify areas in need of pedestrian facilities or in need of upgrading existing pedestrian facilities and strategies to address the identified needs 2022 2023 City/CORE MPO Gen. Fund/ GDOT/ CORE MPO Support the ongoing beautification/landscaping of Highway 80 2022 Ongoing City/GDOT Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Government Cooperation Identify issues with trash removal and work to address those issues 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Assess current enforcement practices and identify areas of needed improvement 2022 2023 City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Explore formal partnerships with neighboring agencies to share police/public safety resources when needed 2023 2024 City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Develop procedures to use public engagement and meeting practices established during the COVID-19 pandemic to promote greater participation 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Enhance city website for ease of use and information distribution 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Utilize a broad spectrum of information dissemination, including traditional hard copy (mailers, newsletters) as well as technology based (website, social media) methods to reach all members of the community 2022 Ongoing City/Tourism Council $10,000/ General Fund Coordinate with CEMA, Chatham County and other local regional planning agencies to implement Tybee Island's Hurricane Disaster Management Plan 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Continue to work with Chatham County and Savannah economic development agencies 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund Continue to participate in regional transportation planning efforts 2022 Ongoing City Staff Time/ Gen. Fund . 92 - Page 105 -Item #4. Report of Accomplishments Project Description Status Details Land Use and Development Patterns Increase min sq ft for duplex and multifamily construction in R2 Not Complete Remains Under Consideration Allow upstairs residential in commercial areas when commercial is the main use Complete Revision was made to development ordinance Community Preservation Explore the feasibility of establishing incentives for restoration projects Pending Still under discussion Develop an education packet to be distributed to visitors about the available activities/services/resources, as well as information regarding protection of natural resources and beach rules, and work with various agencies/rental companies on distribution In Progress Education materials have been created and distributed. More are in development. Adopt local historic district designations Pending Still under consideration. Consider establishing architectural standards for historic structures Considered but not implemented Found to be infeasible Provide showers at dune crossovers if/when the deep well treatment facility is completed Pending Project is delayed due to ongoing litigation Enforce existing rules through cart and beach patrols with possible surveillance video in problem areas Complete Enforcement was expanded through new Code Enforcement team Explore the feasibility of Transfer of Development Rights for the implementation of parking facilities in exchange for greenspace Not Complete Found to be infeasible Continue to implement beautification/façade improvements in the business district through a revolving loan program In Progress/ Ongoing Work is ongoing with grants/loans offered Actively enforce existing ordinance violations for short term rentals by warning for first offense and loss of license for second offense In Progress/ Ongoing Work is ongoing, through expansion of the Code Enforcement Team Consider annexation of McQueen's Island from Lazaretto creek Bridge to the western terminus of the Bull River Bridge Considered but not implemented Found to be infeasible Continue to maintain/replace as necessary all public works equipment In Progress/ Ongoing Work is ongoing, Capital Improvement Plan is updated with specifics Develop a master plan for Memorial Park, including walking paths and shade trees Complete Master plan was developed and completed Sustainability Consider an island ban on outdoor watering (sprinkling, irrigation and drip lines) Considered but not implemented Found to be infeasible 93 - Page 106 -Item #4. Develop educational materials on water conservation techniques for visitors and residents Pending Still under development. Fast track funding substructure for water/sewer plant upgrades and new facilities In Progress Substructure funding is ongoing Continue to implement the NPDES Phase 1 MS4 Permit SWMP Complete/ Ongoing Annual reports have been completed Complete a peer review of other island communities and the various approaches for conserving and managing water resources Not complete May be adapted into other plan documents Continue to update dune crossovers Complete Updates have been completed, are ongoing Continue to provide for the use of native plants/xeriscape through the development of landscaping guidelines Not Complete Delayed due to time and resource constraints Encourage small conventions to locate on the island during off-season Not complete Found to be infeasible Develop a prioritized plan for implementing needed infrastructure improvements In Progress/ Ongoing Work is ongoing, CIP has updated specifics Develop and adopt a Catastrophic Disaster Rebuild Plan for the Island Pending Still under consideration/ Lack of funding If deep well tests are successful, construct water treatment facility for deep well water Not Complete Project is delayed due to ongoing litigation Develop ordinance changes to encourage non-FEMA compliant homes to be lifted to become FEMA compliant Partially Complete No notable ordinance changes, but grant funding has improved some homes Work with local, state and federal agencies to develop a plan for dealing with disasters In Progress Ongoing disaster mitigation plan updates and trainings are occurring Housing Investigate the approaches of other communities and develop incentive programs for the provision of affordable housing appropriate for Tybee In progress Peer review of communities is ongoing Investigate the feasibility of a rent subsidy program so critical city personnel (police, fire, etc.) can live on the Island Considered but not implemented Found to be infeasible Review and assess the number of short-term rental properties and impacts on adjacent properties Complete Management is ongoing Require licensing for vacation rentals and minimize adverse impacts on Island residents, including a review of parking, noise, and numbers of tenants Complete Ordinance was implemented Transportation Establish active subcommittee of infrastructure committee to investigate funding opportunities for projects Complete Committee was established In coordination with GDOT, explore opportunities for round-abouts at intersections, including US 80/McKenzie, US 80/Estill Hammock Rd, and Butler/Tybrisa Partially complete Butler/Tybrisa was discussed Educate residents and visitors about transportation related routes and ordinances In Progress Education initiatives are continuously developed Identify appropriate areas and types of additional parking facilities, specifically in the North Beach area Complete Additional parking was completed in this area 94 - Page 107 -Item #4. Explore the opportunity for a parking garage in coordination with Chatham County Not Complete Found to be infeasible Consider the development of an additional parking lot in C-2 on city owned easement Considered, not implemented Found to be infeasible Lessen parking requirements for new businesses to encourage commercial use of C-2 properties Complete Requirements were lessened Provide discounted parking decals for businesses for employees who do not live on Tybee Pending Remains under consideration Develop a parking fee structure that maximizes income opportunities based on peak season and times. Complete Parking fees and payment structures were adjusted Coordinate with local officials and agencies to provide assistance with seasonal traffic and to alleviate traffic impacts, especially on residential streets and particularly during events Complete Traffic plan was created and implemented for events Create Marsh Hen Trail to connect the current bicycle route to the Lazaretto Bridge Trail Postponed Funding shifts delayed project, but completion is still planned. Government Cooperation Improve information dissemination through enhancements to the City website In Progress Website updates and info distribution ongoing Investigate opportunities to utilize social media and smart phone apps for information sharing In Progress Social media and apps are used for information sharing Develop programs for educating visitors and residents on littering In Progress Litter control signage, programing and education is ongoing Provide brightly painted trash cans on the beach between crossovers and explore the opportunity for trash can sponsorships Complete Trash cans were provided. Sponsorships were found to be infeasible. Develop programs to reduce the amount of trash generated Pending Some programs were developed, more are in development Assess number of staff needed and identify any shortfalls In Progress Staffing needs continue to be evaluated Identify areas where additional permanent public restrooms may be feasible In Progress Prioritization of restroom location continues to be evaluated Provide portable restrooms at public beach crossovers in the summer Complete Restrooms are now provided Develop and implement informational signage for visitors regarding amenities and their locations In Progress Signage was installed in some areas 95 - Page 108 -Item #4. 96 - Page 109 -Item #4. Appendix Agenda Items for Public Hearings 97 - Page 110 -Item #4. (Second will go here) 98 - Page 111 -Item #4. Sign-In Sheets for Public Meetings 99 - Page 112 -Item #4. 100 - Page 113 -Item #4. 101 - Page 114 -Item #4. 102 - Page 115 -Item #4. Zoom Meetings: March 23 Zoom Meetings: May 18th 103 - Page 116 -Item #4. Social Media Posts 104 - Page 117 -Item #4. 105 - Page 118 -Item #4. 106 - Page 119 -Item #4. 107 - Page 120 -Item #4. MAYOR Shirley Sessions CITY COUNCIL Barry Brown Mayor pro tem John Branigin Jay Burke Nancy DeVetter Michael “Spec” Hosti Monty Parks CITY OF TYBEE ISLAND CITY MANAGER Shawn Gillen CITY CLERK Janet LeViner CITY ATTORNEY Edward M. Hughes P.O. Box 2749 – 403 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island, Georgia 31328-2749 (866) 786-4573 – FAX (866) 786-5737 www.cityoftybee.org July 23, 2021 Allen Burns, Executive Director Coastal Georgia Regional Commission 1181Coastal Drive SW Darien, GA 31305 RE: Comprehensive Plan Update Submittal The City of Tybee Island has completed an update of its comprehensive plan and is submitting it with this letter for review by the Coastal Georgia Regional Commission and the Department of Community Affairs. I certify that we have held the required public hearings and have involved the public in development of the plan in a manner appropriate to our community's dynamics and resources. Evidence of this has been included with our submittal. I certify that appropriate staff and decision-makers have reviewed both the Regional Water Plan covering our area and the Rules for Environmental Planning Criteria (O.C.G.A. 12-2-8) and taken them into consideration in formulating our plan. If you have any questions concerning our submittal, please contact George Shaw at 912-472-5031, gshaw@cityoftybee.org Sincerely, Shirley Sessions Mayor - Page 121 -Item #4. City of Tybee Island Resolution to Submit Comprehensive Plan Update WHEREAS, the City of Tybee Island Council has completed the required Comprehensive Plan Update; and WHEREAS, this document was prepared according to the Chapter 110-12-1 minimum Standards and Procedures for Local Comprehensive Planning effective ___________ and the required public hearing was held on _August 12, 2021; and BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the City of Tybee Island Council does hereby transit the Comprehensive Plan Update to the Coast Georgia Regional Commission and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for official review. BY: ____________________________ Shirley Sessions, Mayor DATE:________________ ATTEST: ________________________ Jan LeViner, Clerk of Council DATE:________________ - Page 122 -Item #4. File Attachments for Item: 5. SPECIAL REVIEW: Build Boardwalk Crossover – 708 Butler Ave. – 40005 20006 – Zone R-2 – Heath Shelton Habersham Development, LLC - Page 123 -Item #5. - Page 124 -Item #5. - Page 125 -Item #5. - Page 126 -Item #5. - Page 127 -Item #5. - Page 128 -Item #5. - Page 129 -Item #5. - Page 130 -Item #5. - Page 131 -Item #5. - Page 132 -Item #5. - Page 133 -Item #5. - Page 134 -Item #5. - Page 135 -Item #5. File Attachments for Item: 6. TEXT AMENDMENT: Amendment to Tree Ordinance. - Page 136 -Item #6. - Page 137 -Item #6. - Page 138 -Item #6. - Page 139 -Item #6. - Page 140 -Item #6. - Page 141 -Item #6. - Page 142 -Item #6. - Page 143 -Item #6. - Page 144 -Item #6. - Page 145 -Item #6. File Attachments for Item: 7. VARIANCE: Rear Addition to residence – 3 Kingry St. – 40019 03006 – Zone R-2 – Anne K. 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Smith FAIA 3 Kingry Street - Crain Residence Variance Request 1 Additional Site Drawing to illustrate irregular development pattern 7/28/21 5HPDUNV This additional drawing is provided to illustrate that the pattern of development in the neighborhood. As you can see many of the structures do not align and there is no uniformity to the placement on the sites. We provided a similar drawing previously that showed the immediate neighbors and this drawing shows more of the neighborhood. 6LJQHG - Page 167 -Item #7. KINGRY ST HODGES ST S C A M P B E L L A V E PROPERTY REQUESTING VARIANCE BUILT STRUCTURES NEW ADDITION PROPERTY LINE SETBACK LINE MARSH LAND N CRAIN RESIDENCE ADDITION 07/28/21 INFORMATION IS BASED ON TAX RECORD CARDS AND FIELD MEASUREMENTS. IRREGULAR LOT COVERAGE THE SURROUNDING LOTS HAVE IRREGULAR LOT COVERAGES WITH MANY PROPERTIES ENCROACHING INTO SETBACKS. - Page 168 -Item #7. - Page 169 -Item #7. File Attachments for Item: 8. AR Universal LLC dba Frozen Daiquiri-Alcohol and Entertainment License Request- Liquor/Beer/Wine/Sunday Sales - Page 170 -Item #8. - Page 171 -Item #8. - Page 172 -Item #8. - Page 173 -Item #8. - Page 174 -Item #8. - Page 175 -Item #8. File Attachments for Item: 9. Lease for Vac-Truck, $51,862 yearly. - Page 176 -Item #9. C:\Windows\TEMP\Tmp48f1.Tmp1 City of Tybee Island Memorandum To: City of Tybee Island City Council Members From: Pete Gulbronson, City Engineer/Director of Infrastructure Date: July 23, 2021 Re: Leasing of Vac-Truck Background The Sewer/Water Department for the City of Tybee Island is looking at leasing a new Vac-Truck for the purpose of cleaning the sanitary sewer system. Overview The City solicited written quotes from 5 companies on a 6-year lease of a new Vac-Truck. The companies were as follows: 1. Adam’s Equipment Company, Inc. 2. Environmental Products Group 3. Kee Vac Industries, Inc. 4. Sewer Equipment Company of America 5. Super Vac Company Adams Equipment Company, Inc. returned a quote with three separate lease options. The 4- year lease option had an annual payout of $87,845.75. The 5-year lease option has an annual payment of $71,361.77. The 6-year lease option had an annual payment of $60,409.36. All three quotes and the specifications for the Vac-Truck are included in this package. Environmental Products Group returned a quote for a 6-year lease option with an annual payment of $51,862.53. This quote is through Republic First National and is included in the package. Kee Vac Industries, Inc. does not offer a lease program and did not have new Vac-Trucks that meet our specifications. Sewer Equipment of America did not have a Vac-Truck that met our specifications and did not submit a quote. Super Vac Company did not have a Vac-Truck that meet our specifications and did not submit a quote. - Page 177 -Item #9. C:\Windows\TEMP\Tmp48f1.Tmp2 The City of Tybee Island received two (2) valid quotes and reviewed the specifications of each Vac-Truck from Adams Equipment Company and Environmental Projects Group. Based on the quotes for the 6-year lease, Environmental Products Group was the low quote with an annual cost $51,862.53. Summary Funding for this equipment is in the City of Tybee Island’s Fiscal year 2022 approved budget, adopted June 24, 2021. The account number 505-4350-52-2320: Vehicle/Equipment Leases, has $55,000 budget for the lease of the new Vac-Truck. Recommended Next Steps: I would recommend the award of the 6-year lease for the new Vac-Truck to Environmental Products Group in the amount of $51,862.53. This lease will be through Republic First National and will include a turn-key maintenance agreement with Environmental Products Group. - Page 178 -Item #9. RF-E#"P,t"tC 2525 West State Road 114 Rochester, lN 46975 (800) 700-7878 Fax: (800) 865-8517 www.republiclirstnational.com July 12,2021 To: Vendor: From: Unit Cost: Down Payment: Net Financed: Frequency of Payments Term in Years Payments: Factor: APR: Bubba Hughes Environmental Products Group Mackie Ozment I 284.700.00 s 0.00 $ 284,700.00 Annual $ sr,atz sa 0.18217 3.05% Customer: Thanks for the opportunity to give you a quote on your latest project! One (1) New Vactor lmpact Combination Sewer Cleaner Delivery Date: To be determined Farst Lease Payment Due: Janluary,2022 The lease is to be executed within 14 days ofthe equipment purchase contract. The quote is subject to acceptance of our documentation and credit approval. Payments and rates reflect pre-application of escrow earnings and manufacturer discounts (if any)i and are based upon vendor payments being made no earlier than above dates. Rates are subject to change with Treasury Bills of like-maturity prior to funding. The lease must qualify for Federal lncome Tax Exempt status for the Lessor. Sincerely, Republic First National Corporation Mackie Ozment mackie@rfnonline.com "When results matter" Tybee lsland Equipment: - Page 179 -Item #9. When you are ready to proceed with Leasing 2 toward. Rnallzing this lease financing anangement, please Indicrte so by signing below and cornpleting tne requesled information. We willimmediately emailyou our application. Thank you for your confidence and conslderation. Please complete the above information and fax ot email all pages of the proposal to E1 3-258-9333 / rcarney@easing2.com Opuon Choaen: _ (where applicable) Cityof Tvbee lsland. GA Authorized Signature Printed l{ame Of Authorized Signeture Last month ofyour budget year? Contact E-MailAddress Oaie Title REQUEST TO PROCEED: Propo6.ldato: July 9, 2021 Upcomlng Goveming gody mootlng drte for le.re approvtl Contect l{ame (lf Difier€rn Th.n Autio.lz€d Sign.ture) \SS()Cl rT lO\r tOR LI,ASt\C & n\ \\Cr. * lmportant: A Resolution will be required with the lease contract ** ln the event that you require board action to sign this proposal, please call us so that we may foruard the preferred form for the meeting. 25^ItT LEASING 2 tril ll - Page 180 -Item #9. INTRODUCING iMPACT. Ergonomic. Economic. Easy-to-operate. Our newest combination sewer cleaner may be smaller than some of our other models, but it's no less powerful. Built with the same emphasis on performance and reliability, these machines offer outstanding versatility and the ability to maneuver through tight spaces. As with all Vactoro equipment, the iMPACT allows communities to protect, clean and repair their infrastructure. lt is also engineered for optimal operator comfort and control. Features contributing to the ease of use include: The revolutionary lntuiToucho control system Superior vacuum performance Low-maintenance Jet Roddero water pump Exclusive Modul-Flex design Quiet engine design, high ground clearance, low water fill point, and twist-and-lock pipe restraints Hose reel that can rotate up to lSOo Precise digital hose footage counter Water tanks featuring superior conosion resistance and backed by a '1o-year standard warranty The new it\4PACT makes the innovations of the 21ooi more accessible wilhout sacrificing Vactor's high standards Itr I tI +l It r-L ITL t'r. 't r I I'i t I E IE,n ilr a 1} fi '--__-- - Page 181 -Item #9. STREAMLINE YOU R OPERATION AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON. lntuiTouch ln-Cab Controls . OneTouch engagement to activate PTO - allowing operators to gain control of all operational systems . Operator can engage road, combo, and recirculation mode with single push- button ease lntuiTouch Control Panel Rotating controls with up/down adjustment for individualized maximum comfort . Glove-friendly tactile buttons Reliable touch buttons enable the operalor to know if a selected function is active Hose reeljoystick significantly improves response time and pays in and out in the direction of the hose reel Boom.ioystick has a telescoping feature built in, giving the operator full mobility with mulliple direction boom movement for quicker set up . Allows for Full proportional boom control with the addition of multiple functions at one time . Operators have full control of the water system via a single Multi-Flow control dial - enabling them to precisely match the Flow and pressure to the job requirements E-stops located at all operator control points bring the unit to a safe condition to protect both the operator and the equipment @ Gl a $/i\ ..;fi' I t t: ,E___ i ,ll ril2^itt C,:il . I a 5 fl r ^ /. \, PIRN}IGrtrtt I lntuiTouch - Page 182 -Item #9. a \Ap69hl Presented To (As Lessee) City of Tybee lsland, GA qdEc$e!!: 1 . Pdghg! This is a lease proposal ior th€ payrnent steam(s) indiceted above. lf any of the infomation ad€nlified above are not conect, pleas€ odvise us so tlat we can de€mine it a n€w propo3al E required Other important elenEnl3 of this proposal are: a) BdgEIdEl@ Signing this proposal do6s nol in itself lock in your rate This le53e must be credat epproved, contracts proporly signed, aod the l6ase funde.d by Leasing 2 wihin thirty days frcm lh€ dale of this proposal to prol€d the rales quoted. b) gl$llfge$U There will be no utrfront co3ls of any kind charged by Lessor inclrlding closing costs, points, administretive cosB, etc. Your attorney may ciarge you !o r€va6rr lhe lease docrrmenB and compl€t€ th€ opinion letter required wttr our leale docuflEntalion. 4'@:lnlheeventthallhetrucI(s)and/oreqUlpmentarenotreadytob€deliveled'proceedsof this lease will be held in a vendor payabl€ account unlil delivery/acceptance This is a non-interest beaang account lo Less€e 5. -e@EI!!!gC!.!!C-99C!E9!ts994i ThB is a proposal only. and do€s not represent s commitrhent b leas€ This f nancjng is subiect to cr€dil r€vi€w and approval and execution of mutually acceptable doaJmentraton, induding the opinion ol le3see's couns€l o ning thal the agre€rient is l6gal, vali, and binding obligation of Le$ee. c) Ej!9!LB4A: RatB fo. bn (10) yeaB arid un(br are to€d tor the enti€ tefm. Tems ovor ten y6a.3 have a one tnE raie adjuslnEnl afrer ten (10) yeers lo the lhen clnent inl6rest rates ior the reruaning term, 2. IIEg_9!!g!!g ThB as a lease-purchase Vpe of fnancing Aller all th€ leese peymenB arc made, Less€e will orrn the equip.rEnt without further 3. EI!!&blE!!QIlh!: All city, county and tex districts (i.rduding firo disrids) will b6 e)Aed6d to prov6e GAAP audibd financial €pori!. All non- for p.ofit co.poralions (vtd's) vrill b. expaded b provire IRS 990 federal Ex retums lf you do nol nEintain these types ol inancbl r€pods. phas€ contact u3 to di3cuss. Flnanclng by: Contact: Phone: Email: Web: Leaeing 2, lnc. Rick Carney 813-258-9888 xl6 rcamey@leasing2.com www.leasin92.com Proposal Dato: Equipmont De3criptlon: Commencement Oatei July 9,2021 (1) Vac-Con Vacuum Truck with a Freightliner Chassis August 20, 2021 Ootion 1 Option 2 $331,578 $331,578 Ootion 3 $331,578 $331.578 4 Years 3120t2022 Annual 2.U% $87.845.75 0.26493 $331.578 5 Years 3120t2022 Annual 2.% $71,361.77 0.21522 $331,578 6 Years 3t2012022 Annual 2.6% $60.409.36 0.18219 YA LEASE FINANCING PROPOSAL Reouested bv Adams Equipment Co., lnc. Reoresentino tffi Pc'u/ER lorcu LEASING 2 Equipmont Co6t: Le33oo Down Payment: Amount Flnanced: Loase Torm: Firsl Paymsnt Oat€: Payment Froquoncy: L9as9 Rate: Payment Amount: Paymgnt Factor: - Page 183 -Item #9. Adams Equipment Company 6971 Oak Ridge Commerce Way Austell, GA 30158 Date O7/O9/202t Number 103888 Type of Quote ThreeYD PO Attn Stan Bearden Quote Retail Purchaser city ofTybee lsland, GA Option content is subject to engineering approval. Ship Tocity ofTybee lsland, GA Comments Model Number - VAC-CON V230H/5@ S As Main lnformation Model Boom Hose Reel Jet Rodder Hose Water System Auxiliary Engine Water Pump Other ltems Qty Description 1 Debris Body "Power Flush" System,8jets 1 6" Knife Valve with Center Post and Handle, in Lieu ofthe 5" Butterfly Valve (662-0125) . Gravity Drain System; plumbing to gate valve at mid-passenger side of unit, allowing return of liquids to ther manhole Heavy Reinforced Elbow "Wear Back" Air Purge System 2%" water Drain Gate Valve Assembly (cannot choose both 2-1/2" gate valve and 1/4 turn ballvalve, only choose one Mirror Mounted LED Eeacon/Strobe Light with Limb Guard - whelen L21HAP LED Beacon with Whelen BGH Eranch Guard LED strobe with Limb Guard, Rear Debris Tank Mounted - Whelen L21HAP LED Beacon with Whelen BGH Branch Guard LED 4 Strobes - (2) front bumper / (2) rear bumper - Whelen 50A03ZCR - Amber LED Arrow Board, Rear Debris Tank Door Mounted - Whelen TA1251NF1 Traffic Arrow Hand Held Spot Light - LED Low Water Alarm with Light Remote Control (Wreless): Boom, Vacuum Breaker, Throftle & Debris Body (includes Hi-Dump, if applicable) Does not include remote cable pendant controls for boom or hi dump. Back Up Alarm 50'Capacity Retractable Hand Gun Hose Reel Hose Footage Counter (Standard - Driver Side) 230H/s00 Telescopic,6" lntake System - Standard Front Mounted Swivel Hose Reel - standard with 3-Yard 500' x 3/4" let Rodder Hose 0-30 gpm/3000 psi water system, 3/4" hose Single Engine lncluded 7 1 1 2 L 1 1 L 1 L 1 1 7 tr - Page 184 -Item #9. 1 Rear Mounted Tow Hooks 1 Remote Boom Grease Zerk Assembly (Ground Level - includes water pump drive) - lf Applicable 1 Remote oebris Tank Grease Assembly (Ground Level) 1 Grease Assembly Articulating Hose Reel 1 3/4" x 15'Length Leader Hose 1 Hydraulic Rear Door Locks 1 Hydraulic Pump Off System, 200 gpm w/lay flat hose 1 5'x 6" Aluminum Pipe 2 6" Quick Clamp 1 6" Adjustable Air Gap 1 Paint: To be advised 1 Water Pump Remote Oil Drain 1 Paper Vac-Con Manual - No longer standard 1 LED Boom Mounted Flood Lights with Limb Guard - whelen NP6BB Worklight 1 (2) Front BumperTool Boxes 8"x14"x6" Aluminum 1 Additional E-stop at Dump Station 1 Traffic Camera with Color Monitor - MUSr PICK CAMERA PLACEMENT 1 Rear Camera Placement 1 Long Handle Storage/Pvc (2) - MUSr SELECT LOCATION BELOW 1 Long Handle storage Placement - Rear of Mainframe 1 Cone Storage Rack - MUSTSELECT PLACEMENT BELOW 1 Cone Storage Rack Placement - Best Location - Vac-Con to select 1 Screen assembly over drain port in debris tank 1 Debris tank drain screen placement - Standard drain valve 1 Debris tank drain screen placement - Rear door pump off , Hydroexcavation Pkg lnc- 5d* Handgun Hose Reel w/%" hose 72" XW' Sch. 80 QD Lance w single Fwd Spray ' Nozzle, Storage Tubes for Lances Heavy Duty Unloader Valve Main Control Ball Valve Variable Flow Valve Truck Chassis lnformation Pool Truck chassis Model subject to ovd i lobility. atv Freightliner 108SD 4x2 37K GVWR lst270 3mORDS (Bogie Rolll PoolTrucks ore Description Totals331,578.OO Accepted by Offered by: Tim Conqer - Page 185 -Item #9. I tlrr ! ITTORE rotot c-ro I< tr, z )zH oz 3I, c-t il-r z tr, C^, a CN PFtr Iru Cr,ot, ,,t-rt Ia r t;T I + i vAc.coN I q 1 @O@I VAC-CON POWER AND OUALITY IN A SMALLER, MORE ECONOMICAL PACKAGE t I I * I N x e@II H \t I = i \ =, -, -Y1'. ,/-,{, II ,j , @ :l , I t - Page 186 -Item #9. Clpacils 3.5 Cubic Yards {268 Cubic Metersl t dGrill: V16" Conen Steelw/ 5 yrWaranty Bcar Door Full 0pening Dump: 5(r Angle Drrin:5" Bunerfly Valve with lU Lay Flat Hose Stut olt Stainless Steel Floar Balls 2-Stage Centriluqal Compressor w/ 5 yr Warranty Rtting: 135" Negative Water and 0-8m CFM tiltration: Centriluqal Separator with Clean 0ut Powli Sourc!: Hydrostatic Drive / Chassis Engine Corltt[ctim: Cross-Linled Polyethrlene Non-Corrosive Tank W l0yrWsnantyT. fticlm.* 3[- (9.S] mm][Fr! Ell [o DiII.br 2-r2" {5&5 mm) Hydr. Ell [oE lrneth:zs {7.62 m) ^ddilimll F.ltrll Wster Level Sighl Gauge, Tank AccBss lnspection Porb Gaprcily 5(D gallons Sryl8: Triplex natGd Fon 40 gpm at 3000 psi (113.5 lpm / 2'10 gar) Powlr Sourcc: Hydrostatic Drive / Chassis Enqine Slyb: 18tr Manual Soration, 'Easy lih" for Engine Access Lo6lion: Front Mourtsd ClPrcilf Up to 6qJx {' (lEZg m x 19 mm)Hose, Up to l2m'x 1/2" (304.8 m x lZ7 mml Hose, Up lo gf x 5D" Hose Cortoh Pump 0n/ off,Vgcuum 0n / off, Hose Reelln / out Hose Reel Spoed Contol, Engins Throd8, Boom Joystick Pendsnt Cortol Gaugra: WstBr System Pressure Gauge, Tschometer 25 fr (7.62 m) of 12" (12.7 mm) High-Pressure Hose 20 gpm {75.7 lpm) atEm psi(41 Bar) . FulV Hydraulic Extsndabls 5'with l&f GGar Rotation. oual tift Cylinders. 20.t of6: Aluminum Pipe & Clamps Penetrator Nozzle Sanitary Nozle Hose Guide with Retsining Rope HydrartWrench Leader Hose Nozls Pips Ext€nsion . Tool Box (16- x 13- x 72-). Verticsl Pipe Storage . Boom Work Ligtrts. Pump-Oft/mopm. Debris Trnk lm€rconnect. Handheld Spodight. lnspoctor Cam. Fan tlush Out. Wirsless RBmote. Backup Aarm .8'dia.lnlet& Pick UpTubss ouerall lleight Abovc Ground 0All (app.ox.) 10'6" 3.l2 m Debris Tank Capacily II overall Length oAL lapprox.l 8.73 trr Water System D.ive Hydrostatic 28', 3 5 Cu. Yd. 2.68 Cu. Mlr Vac-Cont 3.5 Yard Combinatsn Machine is easy to operate, safe, durable and outperforms the competitsn. All backed by Power llp customer support, and our dedicated dealer network brings more power to you. www.vac-con.com E Search: Vac-Con Search: VacConlnc 3.5 YARD V.Z3O COMBINATION MACHINE W3 \Ac@hr I'IORE TO ]Ol, o xotoeNgfiousrRrES ( i,,/,.,,\, }TINIMUH CHASSIS REOUIREMENTS 210 HP oiesel Enqine Manual or Aulomatic Transmission 10,0001b. Capacitv Front Axle lr.500lb. Capacity Rear Axle 'l08" Cab to Axle (CA)0imension Clean Frame Bails (back olcab) 50 Gal. tuel Tank BASIC MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS WaterTank Capacily overall Width oAW (appror.)d 2.43 rn Vacuum System Drive Hydrostatrc Sewer Hose 400'x 3/4" (121.9 m x l9 mrnl DEBRIS TANK BOOM VACUUM COMPRESSOR TOOL STORAGE . Hydro-Excavation System. Wintsr Recirculating System . Air Purqe (Requires Air Brakes). Hose Footage Cournsr. Anowboard / furowstick. Revolving / Strobe Lights. Hydraulic Door Locks. Debris Tank Hush out System. Vacuum Breaker System. Low Water Alarm W Ligfn. gI R8tractable Hsnd Gun Hose Reel. Positive DisplacBment Blower (2lm CFM). Water Pump R8ted tor 25 gpm 8t {m Asi (9L6 lpm/2m Barl includes 4Uf x Y8" Sewor Hose ConpleE Selection of Nozles Available. Specilications subject to change wihout notice. NOZZLES 6 ACCESSORIES WATERTANK OPTIONS WATER PU}TP HOSE REEL HAND GUN WATER SYSTE}I f 969 Hall Park Road . Green Cove Sprinos, Ft 32043 U.S.A. . Tel:$4-284-42m/Faxi$4-284-*n}5. vns@vac-con.com - Page 187 -Item #9. File Attachments for Item: 10. River's End Campground: Architectural/Agreement with Greenline Architecture to complete Construction Drawings and Construction Administration for New Workshop/Storage Building. $28,200, line item 555-6180-54-1315. - Page 188 -Item #10. ARCHITECTURAL PROPOSAL AND ACCEPTANCE DATE: July 21, 2021 CLIENT: City of Tybee ARCHITECT: Greenline Architecture, Inc. 28 East 35th Street Savannah, Georgia 31401 Phone: 447-0440 PROJECT: New Workshop/Storage Building River’s End Campground Tybee Island, Ga. ATTN : Jamey Rabun/Pete Gulbronson Thank you for the opportunity for our firm to provide services for your new Workshop/Storage pre-engineered metal building to be located at River’s End Campground, Tybee Island. This proposal is submitted for your review and acceptance as a basic outline of our architectural services and associated fees. Upon acceptance, please return one (1) signed copy for our files. Scope of Services: In general, Greenline's involvement in the project is to provide construction and permit drawings for a new 36ft x 48ft maintenance and storage building. The scope is limited to the building exterior, interior build-out portion, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and building foundation /frame construction. We will work with a pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) systems manufacturer to keep the construction cost down. Any coordination with CEMA towers or cell-phone towers on site will be handled by owner. Cont. - Page 189 -Item #10. 2 1.0 Schematic Design Phase: Based on the project program, we will develop construction/permit drawings for your new workshop with rollup doors, interior build-out areas: laundry, storage and small office. We will plan for electrical expansion, a 220 amp outlet, as well as 50 amp RV hookup. The building will be climate controlled in the interior build-out portion only. The open shop /storage area will be insulated and not climate - controlled. The drawings will be submitted for your review and comment. Modifications will be made to the documents to include any comments you generate. 3.0 Design Development: We will incorporate any final comments as necessary. We will continue to develop drawings to achieve the maximum layout for efficiency and production for your needs. We will work provide a basic interior finishes palette for the interior build-out areas. We will work with a PEMB manufacturer for steel and building construction. We will provide mechanical, electrical, plumbing drawings (M/E/P), as well as slab construction details. 4.0 Construction Documents Phase: We will provide permit/construction drawings to include architectural plans, structural slab, mechanical, electrical and plumbing as needed for your workshop. We will coordinate with your civil engineering consultant as necessary. We will provide all necessary code analysis/requirements, rated-walls and etc., including any Life Safety concerns. We will help with permitting process and navigation through the City of Tybee permit office as necessary. 5.0 Bidding and Construction Administration Phase: Architect will attend one pre-bid and one construction kick-off meeting. Site visits are included in the Basic Services fee. Throughout the construction period we will make site inspections at periodic intervals to make sure the project is being constructed according to the plans and the level of quality that we expect is being maintained. We will also review shop drawings that are submitted by the Contractor. Our inspections will be followed-up by a written report. We will coordinate any close-out documents required by the Contractor. In addition, we are available to meet with you or the General Contractor during the construction of the project. Cont. - Page 190 -Item #10. 3 6.0 Basic Services/Fee Summary: Based upon the scope of work as we understand it today and the exclusions described below, we propose to provide these services for the fee as follows: Architectural Design, Structural and M/E/P Engineering: $ 23,700 Construction Administration: $4,500 7.0 Additional Service/Exclusions: Services to be invoiced in accordance with the rates as illustrated in Attachment ‘A’ of this document. x Representation at Zoning, City, Public or other meetings other than that described above x Civil engineering (minimal review will be needed and billed directly from on- Professional cost estimating x Renderings or presentation materials x Reimbursables (see Attachment A, should not exceed $300) x Any review or permitting fees, deposits, etc. x Any additional consultant fees not included above Thank you again for asking us to help with this project. If you would like to discuss any aspects of this proposal or our working relationship, please do not hesitate to call. If you are in agreement with the terms, please send a signed copy back to us for our records. Submitted by: ______________________________ Keith E. Howington Accepted by: ______________________________ Signature ______________________________ Printed name ______________________________ Date Attachments to this proposal: A - General Provisions - Page 191 -Item #10. File Attachments for Item: 11. Final 2021 Budget Amendment - Page 192 -Item #11. - Page 193 -Item #11. - Page 194 -Item #11. File Attachments for Item: 12. Second Reading, 2021-22, Chapter 12, Beaches and Waterways - Page 195 -Item #12. ORDINANCE NO 2021-22 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 12 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCE OF THE CITY IN ORDER TO MAKE REVISIONS THEREOF AND TO CLARIFY CERTAIN PROVISIONS AND TO CORRECT PROVISIONS IN CHAPTER 12 REGARDING FISHING AND TO ESTABLISH AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority for the City of Tybee Island, Georgia is authorized under Article 9, Section , Paragraph 3 of the Constitution of the State of Georgia to adopt reasonable ordinance to protect and improve the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Tybee Island, Georgia and WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority for the City of Tybee Island, Georgia, is the Mayor and Council thereof; and WHEREAS, the governing authority desires to adopt ordinances under its police and home rule powers; and WHEREAS, it is important to have provisions that are consistent with state regulations and laws; and WHEREAS, it is important to communicate to the public any limitations on fishing activities; and NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby ordained by the governing authority of the City of Tybee Island as follows: SECTION I Those sections listed below are to be deleted in their entirety or amended so as to be worded as stated on the attached revisions: 12-1 and 12-2. - Page 196 -Item #12. 4852-5558-8080.1 SECTION II All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are expressly repealed. SECTION III It is the intention of the governing body, and it is hereby ordained, that the provisions of this ordinance shall become effective and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances, City of Tybee Island, Georgia, and the sections of this ordinance may be renumbered to accomplish such intention. SECTION IV This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption by the Mayor and Council pursuant to The Code of the City of Tybee Island, Georgia. The Ordinance shall become effective on _____ day of ______ 2021. ADOPTED THIS _____ DAY OF _______, 2021. ________________________ MAYOR ATTEST: _________________________ CLERK OF COUNCIL FIRST READING: ________________ SECOND READING:___________ - Page 197 -Item #12. PART II - CODE OF ORDINANCES Chapter 12 BEACHES AND WATERWAYS Tybee Island, Georgia, Code of Ordinances Created: 2021-06-28 09:10:15 [EST] (Supp. No. 26) Page 1 of 4 Chapter 12 BEACHES AND WATERWAYS ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL Sec. 12-1. Use of municipal beaches and facilities. (a) Rules and regulations. All persons entering upon the public beaches, or structures erected thereon, shall comply with the following rules and regulations, and failure to do so shall constitute a violation of this article: (1) Swimming area. It shall be unlawful for any person to swim outside of the area extending 50 yards from the water's edge. (2) Placement of litter. It shall be unlawful to throw, place, deposit, sweep or scatter, or cause to be thrown, placed, deposited, swept, or scattered, any paper, food, cigarette butts, bottles, cans, trash, fruit peelings or other refuse upon the beaches or structures erected hereon. Beach goers must have their trash in a container at all times. Littering shall also include the release into the air or surface of balloons, helium or otherwise, and/or heat or flame operated devices sometimes referred to as "sky lanterns", "Chinese lanterns" or "floating lanterns", to include, with regard to balloons or lanterns, helium, foil, mylar or "bio-degradable" devices or items from any location in the city, including the beach, structures on the beach and waters adjacent thereto, and such activity shall be classified as "littering" and subject to the prohibition herein. (3) Glass or breakable containers. It shall be unlawful for any person to take or carry upon the beaches or structures erected thereon any glass or breakable containers. (4) Pets. It shall be unlawful for any person who owns, is in control of, or is in charge of, any dog or other pet, to allow or take that dog or other pet upon the beaches or structures erected thereon. This does not include properly certified guide dogs, or similar animals assisting the blind, deaf, or other physically handicapped persons. (5) Motorized vehicles. It shall be unlawful for any person to take any motorized vehicle on to the beaches or structures erected thereon. This includes automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, all-terrain-vehicles and similar motor driven vehicles and craft. This does not include properly marked emergency vehicles while in the course of an emergency operation, or maintenance/utility vehicles in the employ of the city or similar governmental entity and engaged in a legitimate operation. (6) Motorized watercraft. It shall be unlawful for any person to operate any motorized watercraft, such as a jet ski, motorboat, and similar craft, within 1,000 feet of the waterline on any part of the beach between the north and south rock jetties. (7) Fires. It shall be unlawful for any person to build or maintain any type of open fire on the beach, including any type of charcoal fire, whether or not in a grill or similar container. (8) Disturbing dune vegetation. It shall be unlawful for any person to pick, gather, remove, walk in the dunes, or otherwise disturb the vegetation present on sand dunes, including sea oats. (9) Surfboarding and fishing. Surfboarding and fishing shall be permitted only in designated areas. No person shall operate a surfboard/paddle board unless it is equipped with an appropriate leash which is used at all times. No person shall fish except in areas designated for such purposes. Fishing is prohibited within the 60-foot right-of-way on Alley #3 Back River boat ramp. - Page 198 -Item #12. Created: 2021-06-28 09:10:15 [EST] (Supp. No. 26) Page 2 of 4 (10) Commands of lifeguards. It shall be unlawful for any person to deliberately disobey any reasonable command of a duly appointed and identified lifeguard while in the legitimate performance of his duty, such commands being intended to ensure the safety of persons using the beach and any structures erected thereon. (11) Disorderly conduct; endangerment of self or others. It shall be unlawful for any person to come upon the beaches or structures erected thereon, and individually or in concert with others, do any act or create any condition which does or is calculated to encourage, aid, abet, or start a riot, public disorder or disturbance of the peace; and it shall not be necessary to prove that that person was solely responsible for that riot, public disorder or disturbance of the peace, but only that his appearance, manner, conduct, attire, condition, status or general demeanor was a motivating factor that resulted in the riot, public disorder or disturbance of the peace. Any person who refuses when commanded by a police officer or other enforcement official of the city to leave the beach or structures erected thereon immediately, shall be guilty of an offense for refusal to obey the order or command of a police officer or other enforcement official of the city, and deemed to be a rioter or disturber of the peace. It shall also be unlawful for any person to come upon the beaches or structures erected thereon and act in any way which is likely to cause endangerment to himself or others. (12) Nudity. No nudity on beaches. (13) Beer kegs. The presence of beer kegs on the beach is often associated with underage drinking, littering, public intoxication and disorderly conduct and because such activities are in direct conflict with family recreation, such containers and similar devices for dispensing of large quantities of alcoholic beverages are expressly prohibited. (14) Jumping or diving from pier or public structure. It shall be unlawful for any person to jump or dive from any pier or public structure except those that might be specifically built for that purpose and as may be specifically authorized in connection with a properly authorized special event. (15) Walking or climbing on public structures. It shall be unlawful to walk or climb upon the rocks, jetties, or other manmade structures which are marked with appropriate signage. (16) Bathing in restroom facilities prohibited. It shall be unlawful for anyone to use public restrooms on the pier, the beach, strand, or adjacent areas, except where a shower facility exists and is operational, to bathe or attempt to bathe, shower or wash by use of the sinks in bathroom facilities or other fixtures therein, except for showers, and further sink facilities shall not be used for rinsing, washing off except for a person's face and hands. No such fixtures or facilities shall be used for the washing off of property including, but not limited to, clothing, toys, coolers, recreational equipme nt, chairs, floats, and any similar items, nor for cleaning of fish, shells, sand dollars, or other sea animals or items, living or dead. (17) Removal of live animals. It shall be unlawful to remove any non-regulated live animals including shells, sand dollars and hermit crabs and other invertebrates from the beach. Nothing herein shall be construed as prohibiting recreational fishing or crabbing for blue crab as permitted by the Department of Natural Resources fishing regulations. (l8) Sales or soliciting sales on the beach. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale any goods, wares, merchandise, or food on the beach, or to solicit from any person for the purchase of any goods, wares, merchandise, or food on the beach. (19) Obstructions and equipment on the beach prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to leave an item of personal property unattended on any portion of the sand beach from 9:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as otherwise permitted by law or by permit granted by the city manager on application. City personnel are authorized to remove any unattended personal property, including any type of personal property including, as way of example and not limitation, tents (including frames), canopies, cabanas, - Page 199 -Item #12. Created: 2021-06-28 09:10:15 [EST] (Supp. No. 26) Page 3 of 4 umbrellas and other shading devices, picnic tables, volleyball nets, beach chairs, coolers, kayaks, canoes, catamarans, floats, sail boards, surf boards, kits, jet skis, sail boats and other water craft. (20) [Off-limits.] It shall be unlawful for any person to walk, swim or wade to the south end sandbar area beyond the area of the beach designated by signage prohibiting activities beyond the point of such sign as the area has been designated as extremely hazardous. (21) [Use of tobacco or related products.] It shall be unlawful for any person to smoke, vape or use tobacco or related products in an area of the public beach commencing at the improved right -of-way of 14th Street and proceeding easterly to the ocean and inclusive of the ocean and then proceeding in a southerly direction to the end of the right-of-way of 16th Street/Tybrisa Avenue, to include the dune areas and ocean adjacent to the beach. (b) Exception to the rules. Exceptions to any of the above rules and regulations may be allowed by way of a special permit granted by the mayor and council or by a permit granted by the city manager pursuant to his or her authority to grant a commercial film production permit. In the case of the overnight storage of unattended personal property, a permit to do so may be granted when special circumstances exist as determined by the city manager who shall be authorized to issue such permits. (c) Enforcement of rules and regulations. Enforcement of these rules and regulations shall be by employees of the city police department or the city marshal and/or the designees of either the police department or the city marshal. The police department employees and the city marshal and the designees of either are authorized to require persons using the beach or structures erected thereon to o bey reasonable commands designed to protect the public and public property, and the failure to obey any lawful command of those individuals shall be a violation of this section. (d) Penalty for violation. Any person convicted of violating any of the provisions of this section shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $1,000.00 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months and to perform community service for a period not exceeding 60 days, any or all such penalties in the discretion of the judge. When found by an employee as described above, the person responsible for the violation will be issued a citation and subpoena which names the violation and establishes a date for the violator to appear in court to answer the charge. Violators may elect to pay the fine without appearing in court; such action shall constitute a plea of guilty to the charge. When confronted with a violation, enforcing officers may exercise discretion to the point of transporting violators without delay to the police station for t he purpose of posting bond in order to ensure their appearance in court. (e) Penalty for pet prohibition. The fine for the offense of violating subsection (a)(4) of this section prohibiting pets on the beach, shall not be less than $200.00 for the first offense plus applicable court fees, and not less than $400.00 for subsequent offenses, plus applicable court fees for any subsequent offense occurring within a 12-month period of a preceding offense. (f) Penalty for litter. The fine for the offense of violating subsection (a)(2) of this section prohibiting litter on the beach, shall be not less than $100.00 plus applicable court fees and not less than $200.00 for subsequent offenses plus applicable court fees for any subsequent offense occurring within a 12-month period of a preceding offense. (g) Penalty for abuse of restroom facilities. The fine for the offense for violation of subsection (a)(16) of this section prohibiting bathing in inappropriate restroom facilities, shall be $100.00 plus applicable cou rt costs. (Code 1983, § 9-5-1; Ord. No. 2005-11B, 6-21-2005; Ord. of 6-8-2006; Ord. of 4-26-2007(1); Ord. of 6-11-2009(1); Ord. No. 29-2011A, 7-28-2011; Ord. No. 33-2011, 8-11-2011; Ord. No. 36-2011, 9-8-2011; Ord. No. 41-2014, § 1, 8- 14-2014; Ord. No. 12-2015, § 1, 4-9-2015; Ord. No. 26-2015 , § 1, 9-10-2015; Ord. No. 16-2016 , § 1, 6-23-2016; Ord. No. 11-2019 , §§ 1, 2, 6-13-2019; Ord. No. 14-2019 , § 1, 9-24-2019; Ord. No. 2020-11 , § 1, 3-12-2020) - Page 200 -Item #12. Created: 2021-06-28 09:10:15 [EST] (Supp. No. 26) Page 4 of 4 4825-4220-0816.1 Sec. 12-2. Shark fishing prohibited. (a) It shall be unlawful for anyone to fish for sharks of any species on or from any of the public beaches, docks or piers of the city. (b) Violations shall be punishable by fines not to exceed $300.00 and/or imprisonment not to exceed six months and/or to perform community service for a period not exceeding 60 days, any or all such penalties in the discretion of the municipal judge. (Code 1983, § 9-6-1) Secs. 12-3—12-27. Reserved. ARTICLE II. WATERCRAFT Sec. 12-28. Powered (motorized) watercrafts—Restrictions; penalty. (a) It shall be unlawful for any person owning, borrowing, leasing, or renting a powered (motorized) watercraft to: (1) Ingress or egress the waters surrounding the city other than at the municipal boat ramp on the Back River at Chatham Avenue, a private residential dock, or a commercial marina; or (2) Approach closer than 1,000 feet from the mean high water mark of the municipal beach extending from the rock jetty at Nineteenth Street north to the rock jetty at the confluence of the Atlantic Ocean and the Savannah River at Fort Screven. (b) It shall be the duty of the lifeguards and/or other city officials to notify the coast guard or the dep artment of natural resources concerning violations of this section, and where possible, within the city limits, the chief of police or any law officer shall have the arresting authority for violators of this section. The provisions of this section shall not apply to the use of a powered (motorized) watercraft engaged in an activity authorized under state law. (c) Any person violating any of the provisions of this section shall, upon conviction before the court of the city, be fined not less than $100.00, nor more than $300.00. (Code 1983, §§ 7-3-6, 7-3-7) - Page 201 -Item #12. File Attachments for Item: 14. Bubba Hughes: Golf Carts DISCUSSION ONLY - Page 202 -Item #14. ORDINANCE NO. 2021 ______ AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES FOR THE CITY OF TYBEE ISLAND SO AS TO AMEND SECTIONS 66-8(b)(1) and 66- 8(b)(7) REGARDING MOTORIZED CART USAGE, INSPECTIONS AND REGULATIONS SO AS TO REVISE THE TERMS THEREOF AND TO REQUIRE THE REGISTRATION OF MOTORIZED CARTS WITHIN 24 HOURS OF THE DATE OF PURCHASE, ACQUISITION OR ENTRY INTO THE CITY AND TO PROVIDE FOR RELATED CHANGES TO PARKING OF SUCH CARTS WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority for the City of Tybee Island, Georgia, is authorized under Article 9, Section 2, Paragraph 3 of the Constitution of the State of Georgia to adopt reasonable ordinances to protect and improve the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Tybee Island, Georgia, and WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority for the City of Tybee Island, Georgia, is the Mayor and Council thereof; and WHEREAS, the governing authority desires to adopt ordinances under its police and home rule powers; and NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby ordained by the governing authority of the City of Tybee Island that Section 66 -8(b)(1) be amended so that hereafter it will read as follows: SECTION 1 66.8(b)(1) Registration. It shall be the duty of every owner of a motorized cart that is operated over the streets and those areas accessible by the public to - Page 203 -Item #14. 07.30.21 (REDLINE) Golf Cart Ordinance register the cart with the city within ten business days24 hours of the date of purchase cart's arrival into the city whether by purchase, or acquisition or transport. Numerical decals shall be issued upon registration; and a record of each motorized cart number, along with the name and address of the owner, shall be maintained by the police department. The registration fee for motorized carts used in the city shall be $15.00 and the registration shall be effective until such time as the cart is sold or otherwise disposed of. SECTION 2 66-8(b)(7) is amended so as to hereafter read as follows: Motorized carts must observe the parking regulations and ordinances applicable to motorized vehicles and all parking therefor shall be by payment of the appropriate charge for parking in authorized parking places and/or the display of a valid decal for parking. All unregistered carts are subject to citation for the failure to pay and/or register timely for parking in authorized places and no unregistered cart shall have a legitimate decal until the cart is registered as required by this ordinance. SECTION 3 All ordinances and parts of ord inances in conflict herewith are expressly repealed. SECTION 4 It is the intention of the governing body, and it is hereby ordained, that the provisions of this ordinance shall become effective and be made a part of the Code - Page 204 -Item #14. 07.30.21 (REDLINE) Golf Cart Ordinance of Ordinances, City of Tybee Island, Georgia, and the sections of this ordinance may be renumbered to accomplish such intention. SECTION 5 This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption by the Mayor and Council pursuant to The Code of the City of Tybee Island, Georgia. This Ordinance shall become effective on ________ day of __________________, 2021. ADOPTED THIS DAY OF , 2021. ______________________________ MAYOR ATTEST: CLERK OF COUNCIL FIRST READING: SECOND READING: ENACTED: - Page 205 -Item #14. File Attachments for Item: 15. Bubba Hughes: STVR: Ordinance Amendments DISCUSSION ONLY - Page 206 -Item #15. ORDINANCE NO.: _____, 2021 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES FOR THE CITY OF TYBEE ISLAND CONTAINED IN SECTION 34 ADDRESSING SHORT TERM RENTAL PROPERTIES TO ESTABLISH OCCUPANCY STANDARDS FOR THE APPLICATION OF IDENTIFICATION, FEES OR CHARGES AND TO REQUIRE PARKING PLANS BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF THE APPLICATION AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES INCLUDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN EFFECTIVE DATE WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority for the City of Tybee Island, Georgia, is authorized under Article 9, Section 2, Paragraph 3 of the Constitution of the State of Georgia to adopt reasonable ordinances to protect and improve the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Tybee Island, Georgia, and WHEREAS, the duly elected governing authority for the City of Tybee Island, Georgia, is the Mayor and Council thereof; and WHEREAS, the governing authority desires to adopt ordinances under its police and home rule powers; and SECTION I For purposes of the provisions of Section 34-260 et seq., the Code is amended so as to establish a definition which is to be applicable to interpretations of parking and occupancy provisions relating to a short term vacation rental property. Therefore, Section 34-260 is hereby amended so as to provide a new subsection (f) which shall provide as follows: As used herein "area adaptable as sleeping spaces" shall mean an area in a structure although not defined as a "bedroom" on the tax assessor's record but one which is capable of being used as sleeping accommodations such as dens, living rooms and/or common areas used or likely to be used as overnight accommodations for guests. SECTION II Section 34-261(c) is hereby amended so as to establish an additional subparagraph to be designated as subparagraph "8" which will hereafter provide as follows: (8) Applicant shall submit a parking plan which shall provide for not less than 1 parking place per bedroom on the property as established from the property card of the tax assessor's record. Further, the applicant's parking plan shall include parking for not less than 1 parking space per _____ square feet of an area adaptable as sleeping spaces. Each parking spot designated shall be established by the use of a current professional survey with an off-street parking plan sufficient for and consistent with the provisions of LDC Section 3-080 OFF- STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS. Any residence or property sought to - Page 207 -Item #15. be used as a short term vacation rental may not be permitted in the absence of a determination by city staff that the parking plan is in conformity with the requirements hereof and applicable to the standards of a residential use of property including access. The survey submitted must be current; must show the corners of the property with off-street parking spots or locations designated and depicted on the plan. Staff may reject any application or may approve an application with conditions designed to protect neighboring properties and households including, but not limited to, restricting the number of vehicles allowed to be parked onsite, the location of vehicle parking, the type of vehicles permitted for the location and, if appropriate, security measures, buffers, noise control methods and other conditions or requirements designed to lessen the impact of activity upon other property or citizens. SECTION III Section 34-262 is hereby amended so as to add in addition to the existing provisions, the following subsection "(f)" to such section. (f) Notwithstanding any other provision herein relating to the fees to be charged for the application and the regulatory fees, it is hereby established that the regulatory fee shall be the amount determined based upon the occupancy of a property to which a short term rental application applies. For each bedroom identified on a tax assessor's property card and for each _______ square foot area of an area adaptable as sleeping spaces submitted with the application, the regulatory fee will be considered as three occupants per bedroom and/or ________ square feet of an area adaptable as sleeping spaces. The regulatory fee shall be calculated as provided at the rate of _______ dollars per each individual sleeping accommodations or bedrooms calculated to exist. SECTION IV All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are expressly repealed. SECTION V It is the intention of the governing body, and it is hereby ordained, that the provisions of this ordinance shall become effective and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances, City of Tybee Island, Georgia, and the sections of this ordinance may be renumbered to accomplish such intention. SECTION VI This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption by the Mayor and Council pursuant to The Code of the City of Tybee Island, Georgia. This Ordinance shall become effective on ________ day of________, 2021. ADOPTED THIS ____ DAY OF _________________, 2021. - Page 208 -Item #15. ______________________________ MAYOR ATTEST: _______________________________ CLERK OF COUNCIL FIRST READING: ________ SECOND READING: ________ ENACTED: ________ 08.02.21 Amended STVR ordinance - Page 209 -Item #15. File Attachments for Item: 16. Bubba Hughes: Resolution: EV Charging Stations and Future Contracts - Page 210 -Item #16. 07.26.21 Resolution EV Charging Stations RESOLUTION 2021- ___ RESOLUTION REGARDING ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS WHEREAS, the City of Tybee Island is a municipality organized and existing under Georgia law; and WHEREAS, the City wants to promote conservation of resources and the reduction of the demand for fossil fuels; and WHEREAS, as a result of the efforts of the Public Service Commission including in particular Commissioner Tim Echols, the Georgia Power Company is sponsoring a program of providing electric charging stations to certain government entities in exchange for the use of properties and the ability of the public to charge their vehicles at such charging station which would be of benefit to the public; and WHEREAS, the City wishes to promote and continue its working relationship with Georgia Power and the Georgia Public Service Commission and to provide a benefit to the public in light of the demand for electric vehicle charging stations on the island NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved in open meeting duly assembled that the City Attorney is authorized to continue with negotiations for the establishment of electronic vehicle charging station or stations in or on the City of Tybee Island at locations to be designated or which have been designated and the City authorize and promote the publics use of such facilities for the benefit to the motoring public in general which is deemed adequate and appropriate consideration to the City of Tybee Island for the use of the parking spaces designated. Be it further resolved, that upon an acceptable license agreement being reach as determined by the Mayor, City Manager and City Attorney, the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the same on behalf of the City. SO RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Tybee Island this ______ day of _____________ 2021. ___________________________________ Attest: Clerk of City of Tybee Island ___________________________________ Signed: Mayor, City of Tybee Island (Seal) - Page 211 -Item #16. File Attachments for Item: 19. Monty Parks: Liquor License Renewal Fees - Page 212 -Item #19. - Page 213 -Item #19. File Attachments for Item: 22. PC-MINUTES-JULY 19-2021 - Page 214 -Item #22. PLANNING COMMISSION CITY MANAGER Demery Bishop Shawn Gillen Ron Bossick Marie Gooding Susan Hill COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Elaine T. McGruder George Shaw David McNaughton J. Whitley Reynolds CITY ATTORNEY CITY ATTORNEY CITY ATTORNEY Edward M. Hughes Planning Commission Meeting MINUTES July 19, 2021 Commissioner David McNaughton called the July 19, 2021 Tybee Island Planning Commission meeting to order. Commissioners present were Marie Gooding, Susan Hill, Elaine T. McGruder, David McNaughton and J. Whitley Reynolds. Chair Demery Bishop and Vice Chair Ron Bossick were absent. Consideration of Minutes: Commissioner David McNaughton asked for consideration of the June 21, 2021 meeting minutes. Susan Hill made a motion to approve. Elaine T. McGruder seconded. The vote to approve was unanimous. Disclosures/Recusals: Commissioner David McNaughton asked if there were any Disclosures or Recusals. There were none. Old Business: TEXT AMENDMENT: Amendment to Tree Ordinance. George Shaw stated the language that Planning Commission was not comfortable with at the last meeting so all that has been changed and this change does strengthen the ordinance. Marie Gooding asked if this will help that prior language. Is the acknowledgement of the monitoring requirement duplicative of the other code section? Also in Sec. 7040, who is penalized is not clear to me. George Shaw stated it probably does and this also has the owner and contractor to sign the application. Marie Gooding asked why City staff has to be on site for this. George Shaw stated this was a request from a Council member and I personally don’t think it is necessary as long as the trees are identified on the application. Dale Williams who lives at 1101 Second Ave. approached the Planning Commission and stated he thinks having someone on site would be best to help enforce the cutting rules. Katherine Williams who lives at 1510 Chatham Ave. approached the Planning Commission and she thinks there needs to be supervision on the site. She also stated pine trees should be on the significant trees list and not Palm Trees, because they are not true trees. Whitley Reynolds stated he is not sure this is ready to go to City Council. Marie Gooding stated she cannot agree with requiring staff to be on site for every removal. She also stated we don’t need to alienate our tree contractors. Elaine McGruder made a motion to approve. Susan Hill seconded. Voting against were Marie Gooding and Whitley Reynolds. Voting in favor were Susan Hill and Elaine McGruder. David McNaughton voted in favor to make the vote 3-2. Motion to approve passed. - Page 215 -Item #22. New Business: TEXT AMENDMENT: Amendment to Sec. 3-250 Private Parking lots – Charles R. Cole. George Shaw stated Mr. Cole owns a lot between Railwood and Gulick adjacent to North Beach Parking lot entrance. He would like to have a pay to park lot like the seven that already exist. The code does not allow for any additional lots. Bubba Hughes our Attorney stated the only way this could go forward is if it is a text amendment. Patricia Leiby who lives at 812 Butler Avenue approached the Planning Commission and stated she thinks it is a good thing to have more parking but she is worried that if could expand and start a problem with too many parking lots. Charles Cole who lives at 17A Meddin Avenue approached the Planning Commission and stated this lot always has problems with cars blocking the driveway and he thinks it would help Parking on the Island if he could use it as a Parking overflow lot. David McNaughton asked to continue this till all members of the Planning are present. Elaine McGruder made a motion to continue. Whitley Reynolds seconded. The vote to continue was unanimous. SPECIAL REVIEW: Build Boardwalk Crossover – 708 Butler Ave. – 40005 20006 – Zone R-2 –Heath Shelton Habersham Development, LLC. George Shaw stated any crosswalk has to be reviewed by the City before they can get the DNR approval. So far since I have been with the City they have all been approved. Elaine McGruder stated this would not benefit anyone but the owner of the property and if we approve this what’s to stop any other private owner from asking for a crossover. George Shaw stated he thinks not many can do them because they are very expensive to build. Patricia Leiby who lives at 812 Butler Ave. approached the Planning Commission and stated she would like to ask the Planning Commission to deny this. Jay Maupin with Maupin Engineering who is the representative for the applicant approached the Planning Commission and stated they would like to install this private crossover using DNR requirements. Currently there are crossovers near this property. The property on the north side is a short walk then a cow path through the dunes. We would not like to create any more issues with the dunes. David McNaughton asked if the applicant talked with the property owner at seventh terrace about using their crossover. Jay Maupin stated that is the one we were just talking about that is through the dunes and we do not want to create any additional damage to the dunes with extra foot traffic. David McNaughton asked is this a precursor of a subdivision application. Jay Maupin stated we had talked to George about building one additional house and renovate the existing house to be put on the Historic registry, also we want to reconfigure the driveway entrance to save trees on the Butler Avenue side. Heath Shelton who lives at 16 Izlar Avenue approached the Planning Commission and stated my wife and I would like to create a family compound on the lot and our intentions are to hopefully develop the lot out in accordance to the R-2 zoning for Tybee. Elaine McGruder asked if he will make this an STVR. Heath Shelton stated not at this time, it depends on an economy of scale. David McNaughton asked George Shaw based on the size of this lot how many homes can be built on it. George Shaw stated maybe eight or ten but you would have to land plan it and the dune area drops off significantly. Jay Maupin stated if we built to the current ordinance it would be eight. Whitley Reynolds stated we have gotten off the subject here, we have a plan for a dune crossover and we are talking about subdividing this property that is not a part of this. I think we need to address what they have presented. David McNaughton stated we do need to consider the future. Jay Maupin stated Mr. Whitley is correct, all of this is hypothetical. Right now he would like to do what we said build a new home and renovate the existing home, put it on the Historical registry and then hold the property. Whitley Reynolds made a motion to approve. Marie Gooding seconded. Voting in favor were Susan Hill, Whitley Reynolds and Marie Gooding. Voting against was Elaine McGruder. Vote was 3-1. Motion to approve passed. - Page 216 -Item #22. VARIANCE: Rear Addition to residence – 3 Kingry St. – 40019 03006 – Zone R-2 – Anne K. Smith, Architect for Owner (Robin Crain) George Shaw stated that this is a small house and it sits well back on the lot. They would like to add an elevated rear porch. This would encroach 18” into the rear setback. There is room to do a narrower porch and there is no hardship. Staff had to recommend denial. Ann Smith the representative for the applicant approached the Planning Commission and stated this is a very small house and really does not have enough width to be viable or comfortable. Elaine McGruder asked if you build it the end post will be in the setback, wouldn’t six feet be enough for a porch. Ann Smith stated after you add in all the exterior walls it makes it very tight. Elaine McGruder made a motion to deny. There was no second. Motion failed. Whitley Reynolds made a motion to approve. Marie Gooding seconded. Voting in favor were Marie Gooding, Whitley Reynolds and Susan Hill. Voting against was Elaine McGruder. Vote was 3-1. Motion to approve was passed. Discussions: Tybee Island 2016-2021 Comprehensive Plan George Shaw stated Cole Mullis a planner from the CRC is on the screen and will talk about the Comprehensive Plan update. Cole Mullis stated this is an update and all that is left for this process is the review process by the Department of Community Affairs along with the simultaneous local review process. Cole Mullis stated he will address and incorporate comments. Then at the August 12 City Council meeting they will hopefully approve a resolution to transmit the draft plan to the Community Affairs to review. Then there will be forty day period for Tybee citizens to leave comments. Once the Department of Community Affairs approves the plan then City Council will be able to adopt. Adjournment: 8:00pm Lisa L. Schaaf - Page 217 -Item #22.