Bluffton, SC

Name: Beautification Committee Meeting — Bluffton, SC
Start: 2026-08-20
Location: Bluffton, SC

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BlufftonSC averageUS Census ACS

Population

31,323

Per-capita income

$55,810

Median home value

$444,500

Bachelor's or higher

48%

Typical home value $500,470 -1.1% yr/yr · +34.9% 5-yr

Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)

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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances

Total revenue$41.0M (FY2023)

Total spending$30.0M (FY2023)

Taxes$34.9M (FY2023)

Debt outstanding$20.6M (FY2023)

Spending per resident$931 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey

2025506 housing units ($292.3M)

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Thu Aug 20, 2026

Beautification Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss butterfly garden improvements and pollinator initiatives

The Beautification Committee will hear public comment from Jenna McCarty on improvements to the butterfly garden and broader pollinator initiatives. The committee will also receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the storm drain art project, charging stations at park pavilions, and window art projects at Oscar Frazier Pavilion and Wright Family Park. New business includes a Palmetto Pride tree grant and a tour of the Linear Trail.

Public comment: Jenna McCarty on butterfly garden improvements and pollinator initiatives
Update: Storm drain art project
Update: Charging stations at park pavilions
Update: Oscar Frazier Pavilion & Wright Family Park window art projects
New business: Palmetto Pride tree grant

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Beautification Committee Meeting Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Okatie River Conference Room, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES IV. PUBLIC COMMENT 1. JENNA MCCARTY TO DISCUSS IMPROVEMENTS FOR BUTTERFLY GARDEN AND BROADER POLLINATOR INITIATIVES V. OLD BUSINESS 1. STORM DRAIN ART PROJECT UPDATE 2. CHARGING STATIONS AT PARK PAVILLIONS UPDATE 3. OSCAR FRAZIER PAVILION & WRIGHT FAMILY PARK WINDOW ART PROJECTS UPDATE VI. NEW BUSINESS 1. PALMETTO PRIDE TREE GRANT 2. TOUR OF LINEAR TRAIL VII. DISCUSSION VIII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Beautification Committee Meeting Agenda August 20, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or [email protected] as soon as possible but …

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Mon Aug 24, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

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Mon Aug 24, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED

Bluffton historic preservation meeting canceled for lack of agenda items

The Historic Preservation Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 24, 2026, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 31, 2026. This notice is procedural only.

Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
Next meeting scheduled for August 31, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (HPRC) Meeting scheduled for Monday, August 24, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 31, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Tue Aug 25, 2026

Southern Lowcountry Regional Board Meeting Agenda

Regional board to meet, introduce new leaders, plan September agenda

The Southern Lowcountry Regional Board is holding a routine meeting with no major decisions on the agenda. The board will introduce Dr. Laurie Boeding, President of TCL, and Brad Thompson, GM for TS Conductors, and discuss suggestions for the September agenda, including Beaufort/Port Royal happenings and a BC Referendum update.

Introduction of Dr. Laurie Boeding, President TCL
Introduction of Brad Thompson, GM for TS Conductors
Discussion of September agenda items: Beaufort/Port Royal happenings and BC Referendum update

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SOUTHERN LOWCOUNTRY REGIONAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA CITY OF HARDEEVILLE-CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 205 MAIN STREET Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m. I. CALL TO ORDER II. OLD BUSINESS III. NEW BUSINESS A. Introduction of Dr. Laurie Boeding, President TCL B. Introduction of Brad Thompson, GM for TS Conductors IV. DISCUSSION A. Suggestions for September Agenda • Beaufort/Port Royal happenings • BC Referendum update V. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Town of Bluffton Rotary Community Center at Oscar Frazier Park 11 Recreation Court Bluffton, SC 29910 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA compatible. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or [email protected] as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.

Tue Aug 25, 2026

Public Arts Committee Meeting

Poetry walk locations and submissions for Buckwalter Place Park to be decided

The Public Arts Committee will determine locations for a poetry walk in Buckwalter Place Park and select poetry submissions for that park. The meeting also includes adoption of the May 26, 2026 minutes and public comment.

Determination of Poetry Walk Locations in Buckwalter Place Park
Selection of Buckwalter Place Park Poetry Submissions
Adoption of May 26, 2026 minutes
Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

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Public Arts Committee Meeting Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 1. May 26, 2026 Minutes IV. PUBLIC COMMENT V. OLD BUSINESS VI. NEW BUSINESS 1. Determination of Poetry Walk Locations in Buckwalter Place Park - Pat Rooney, Capital Improvements Project Manager 2. Selection of Buckwalter Place Park Poetry Submissions - Felicia Roth, Director of Compliance and Contracts VII. DISCUSSION VIII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Public Arts Committee Meeting Agenda June 30, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or [email protected] as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. Execu …

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Tue Aug 25, 2026

Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting

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Tue Aug 25, 2026

Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting - CANCELED

Bluffton construction board meeting canceled for lack of agenda items

The Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals (CBAA) meeting scheduled for August 25, 2026, has been canceled because there are no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for September 22, 2026.

Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
Next meeting scheduled for September 22, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE The Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals (CBAA) Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 22, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Tue Aug 25, 2026

Public Arts Committee Meeting

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Wed Aug 26, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

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Wed Aug 26, 2026

Planning Commission Meeting

Planning Commission reviews street naming for The May neighborhood at 1095 May River Road

The Bluffton Planning Commission will adopt the minutes from July 22, 2026, and hear public comment. The only new business item is a request to approve street names for two streets in The May neighborhood, which includes associated townhome lots. The property is located at 1095 May River Road in the Residential General Zoning District.

Approval of a street naming application for two streets in The May neighborhood at 1095 May River Road
Adoption of the July 22, 2026 minutes

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# Planning Commission Meeting ### Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM ### Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, ### 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC ## AGENDA This meeting can be viewed live on <u>BCTV</u>, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel 1304. ### I. CALL TO ORDER ### II. ROLL CALL ### III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members. **IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES** 1. July 22, 2026 Minutes ### V. PUBLIC COMMENT ### VI. OLD BUSINESS ### VII. NEW BUSINESS **1. The May - 1095 May River Road (Street Naming Application):** A request by Nathan Sturre of Sturre Engineering on behalf of Workforce State of Mind, LLC for approval of a street naming application. The project consists of two streets for The May neighborhood with associated townhome lots. The property is identified by tax map number R610 039 000 0498 0000 and is located at 1095 May River Road in the Residential General Zoning District. (STR-04-24-019089) (Staff-Dan Frazier) ### VIII. DISCUSSION ### IX. ADJOURNMENT ### NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC **Planning Commission Meeting Agenda** August 26, 2026 *“FOIA Compliance …

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Wed Aug 26, 2026

Planning Commission Meeting

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Mon Aug 31, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

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Tue Sep 1, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting

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Wed Sep 2, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

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Wed Sep 2, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

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Wed Sep 2, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

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Thu Sep 3, 2026

Affordable Housing Committee Meeting

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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Regular Town Council Meeting

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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Regular Town Council Meeting

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Wed Sep 9, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

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Thu Sep 10, 2026

Law Enforcement Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

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Mon Sep 14, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

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Wed Sep 16, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

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Thu Sep 17, 2026

Beautification Committee Meeting

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Recent meetings

Wed Aug 19, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED

Bluffton DRC meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026, has been canceled because there are no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2026.

Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
Next meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 26, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Wed Aug 19, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

Wed Aug 19, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting - CANCELLED

Tue Aug 18, 2026

Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee Meeting

Bluffton ATAX committee to hear 6 grant applications, elect officers

The Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, review a financial report, and conduct Q&A sessions on six grant applications for events and marketing. The committee will make recommendations to Town Council, which will review them on September 8, 2026.

Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
Grant Q&A: Coastal Conservation Association for Conservation Weekend in Bluffton
Grant Q&A: Historic Arts & Seafood Festival for the 2026 Event
Grant Q&A: Society of Bluffton Artists for FY2027 Marketing
Grant Q&A: Congregation Beth Yam for the 2026 Hanukkah Celebration

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Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee Meeting Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel 1304. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 1. Meeting Minutes of May 19, 2026 IV. PUBLIC COMMENT V. FINANCIAL REPORT VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS 1. Election of Officers: Chair 2. Election of Officers: Vice-Chair 3. Grant Application Q&A: Coastal Conservation Association for Conservation Weekend in Bluffton 4. Grant Application Q&A: Historic Arts & Seafood Festival for the 2026 Event 5. Grant Application Q&A: Society of Bluffton Artists for FY2027 Marketing 6. Grant Application Q&A: Old Town Bluffton Merchants Society for Marketing Bluffton as a Destination 7. Grant Application Q&A: Congregation Beth Yam for the 2026 Hanukkah Celebration 8. Grant Application Q&A: BlacQuity SC for the 2026 Roots & Rivers Festival VIII. DISCUSSION IX. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda August 18, 2026 NOTES:  Town Council will review recommendations at the TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, 5 p.m. meeting.  Please be reminded that all advertising sponsored with Town of Bluffton ATAX dollars must incorporate the Bluffton Heart of …

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Mon Aug 17, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

Mon Aug 17, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED

Bluffton historic preservation meeting canceled for lack of agenda items

The Historic Preservation Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 17, 2026, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2026. This notice is procedural only, with no items to be discussed.

Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
Next meeting scheduled for August 24, 2026
Contact Growth Management at 843-706-4500 for questions

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PUBLIC NOTICE THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (HPRC) Meeting scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 24, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Thu Aug 13, 2026

Don Ryan Center for Innovation Board of Directors Meeting

Don Ryan Center board to elect new officers, introduce member

The Don Ryan Center for Innovation Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports from the CEO, marketing, and program staff. New business includes introducing a new board member and electing new officers. The board will also review financials and discuss other matters.

Election of new officers
New board member introduction
CEO report and program company updates
Treasurer's report on financials

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Don Ryan Center for Innovation Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM The Don Ryan Center for Innovation, 7 Venture Drive, Suite #100, Bluffton, SC AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES IV. PUBLIC COMMENT V. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE BOARD VI. NEW BUSINESS New Board Member Introduction Election of New Officers VII. TREASURER'S REPORT Financials VIII. STAFF REPORTS CEO Report Marketing & Events Program Company Updates IX. DISCUSSION X. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Don Ryan Center for Innovation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda August 13, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or [email protected] as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. Executive Session – The public body may vote to go into …

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Wed Aug 12, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

Wed Aug 12, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

Review of Cornerstone Church's new Riverside Campus development plan

The Development Review Committee will consider a final development plan for Cornerstone Church's new Riverside Campus, including site improvements for an assembly hall, offices, stormwater, and parking on 41.3 acres zoned Agricultural and Rural Mixed Use south of May River Road.

Final Development Plan review for Cornerstone Church's New Riverside Campus
Site improvements include assembly hall, offices, stormwater, and parking
Property is 41.3 acres zoned Agricultural (AG) and Rural Mixed Use (RMU)
Location: south of May River Road, 600 feet east of Stardust Lane

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Development Review Committee Meeting Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA All Applications can be viewed on the Town of Bluffton’s Permit Finder page https://www.townofbluffton.us/permit/ I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PUBLIC COMMENT IV. OLD BUSINESS V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Cornerstone Church - New Riverside Campus (Development Plan): A request by Sturre Engineering on behalf of Cornerstone Church for review of a Final Development Plan application. The project consists of site improvements to accommodate a new assembly hall and offices for church operations including stormwater, parking and associated infrastructure. The property is zoned Agricultural (AG) and Rural Mixed Use (RMU) and consists of approximately 41.3 acres identified by tax map number R610 036 000 0014 0000 and located south of May River Road approximately 600 feet east of Stardust Lane. (DP-02-25-019597) (Staff - Dan Frazier) VI. DISCUSSION VII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Development Review Committee Meeting Agenda August 12, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( …

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Tue Aug 11, 2026

Regular Town Council Meeting

Public hearing on stormwater ordinance final reading

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and final reading on amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) regarding stormwater design standards and definitions. A first reading will also consider changes to historic district review for relocation and demolition of non-contributing resources in Old Town. Consent items include renewal of a stormwater intergovernmental agreement with Beaufort County and reappointment of a fire district board member. An executive session is scheduled to discuss property negotiations and legal advice.

Public hearing and final reading on UDO amendments to stormwater standards (Sec. 5.10) and definitions (Sec. 9.2)
First reading on ordinance to amend historic district certificate of appropriateness process for relocation and demolition of non-contributing resources in Old Town
Consent: Renewal of stormwater management intergovernmental agreement between Beaufort County and the Town
Consent: Reappointment of William Ricketts to Beaufort County Bluffton Township Fire District Board through June 30, 2030
Executive session to discuss property negotiations related to Ghost Road right-of-way and land acquisition in Buckwalter PUD

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Regular Town Council Meeting Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel 1304. I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. INVOCATION IV. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES 1. Regular Meeting Minutes of 06/09/2026 V. PRESENTATIONS, CELEBRATIONS, AND RECOGNITIONS 1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Larry Toomer 2. Introduction of New Employees, Promotions, and Interns - Anni Evans, Director of Human Resources VI. PUBLIC COMMENT VII. COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND COUNCIL VIII. WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS IX. PUBLIC HEARING & FINAL READING 1. Consideration of an Ordinance to Amend the Town of Bluffton's Municipal Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 - Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 - Design Standards, Sec. 5.10 (Stormwater); and Article 9 - Definitions and Interpretation, Sec. 9.2 (Defined Terms) - Public Hearing and Final Reading - Andrea Moreno, Watershed Division Manager X. FORMAL AGENDA ITEMS 1. Consideration of an Ordinance for Certain Amendments to the Town of Bluffton’s Municipal Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23, Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), Article 3 – Application Process, Sec. 3.18, Certificate of Appropriateness-Historic District and Sec. 3.19, Site Feature-Historic District Permit, Related to Relo …

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Mon Aug 10, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

Mon Aug 10, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED

Bluffton HPRC meeting canceled for lack of agenda items

The Historic Preservation Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 10, 2026, has been canceled because there were no agenda items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2026.

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PUBLIC NOTICE THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (HPRC) Meeting scheduled for Monday, August 10, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Thu Aug 6, 2026

Affordable Housing Committee Meeting

Affordable Housing Committee to review FY27 budget update

The Bluffton Affordable Housing Committee will meet to review the fiscal year 2027 Neighborhood Assistance budget update. The meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast live on BCTV and local cable channels.

FY27 Neighborhood Assistance Budget Update

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Affordable Housing Committee Meeting Thursday, August 06, 2026 at 10:00 AM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel 1304. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 1. July 2, 2026 IV. PUBLIC COMMENT V. OLD BUSINESS VI. NEW BUSINESS 1. FY27 Neighborhood Assistance Budget Update VII. DISCUSSION VIII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: Thursday, September 3, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Affordable Housing Committee Meeting Agenda August 06, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or [email protected] as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. Executive Session – The public body may vote to go into executive ses …

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Wed Aug 5, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

Wed Aug 5, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

Bluffton commission to discuss historic resource renaming and window rules

The Historic Preservation Commission will review two staff-led discussions: renaming certain contributing resources based on a 2025 survey and potential window regulations in the Old Town Historic District. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes, public comment, and a monthly district update.

Discussion on renaming contributing resources based on 2025 Historic Resource Survey (Staff - Glen Umberger)
Discussion on window regulations in Old Town Historic District (Staff - Charlotte Moore)
Adoption of July 1, 2026 meeting minutes

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Wednesday, August 05, 2026 at 6:00 PM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel 1304. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members. IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 1. July 1, 2026 Minutes V. PUBLIC COMMENT VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS VIII. DISCUSSION 1. Discussion Regarding Renaming of Certain Contributing Resources Based on 2025 Historic Resource Survey (Staff - Glen Umberger) 2. Discussion Regarding Window Regulations in Old Town Historic District (Staff - Charlotte Moore) 3. Historic District Monthly Update. (Staff) IX. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Agenda August 05, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the American …

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Wed Aug 5, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED

Development Review Committee meeting canceled for August 5, 2026

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 5, 2026, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2026.

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PUBLIC NOTICE THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Tue Aug 4, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting - CANCELED

Bluffton Board of Zoning Appeals meeting canceled due to no agenda items

The Bluffton Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026, was canceled because no agenda items were submitted. The next meeting is set for September 1, 2026.

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PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Has been CANCELED due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 1, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Tue Aug 4, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting

Mon Aug 3, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

Mon Aug 3, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

Committee reviews elevator shaft request for 36 Bruin Road

The Historic Preservation Review Committee will meet to consider a request for an amended Certificate of Appropriateness. The proposal concerns a commercial building currently under construction in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District.

Request by Court Atkins Group for an exterior elevator shaft at 36 Bruin Road

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Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting Monday, August 03, 2026 at 4:00 PM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PUBLIC COMMENT IV. OLD BUSINESS V. NEW BUSINESS 1. 36 Bruin Road: A request by Court Atkins Group, Applicant, on behalf of ABPAL LLC, Owner, for an amended Certificate of Appropriateness-HD to add an exterior elevator shaft to a two- story commercial building of approximately 3,000 SF presently under construction at 36 Bruin Road in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-HD (COFA 05-25-019766) (Staff - Charlotte Moore) VI. DISCUSSION VII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: Monday, August 10, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting Agenda August 03, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Town …

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Wed Jul 29, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

Wed Jul 29, 2026

Development Review Committee Meeting

Committee to review final development plan for Joiner Crossing mixed-use project

The Development Review Committee will consider a Final Development Plan for Joiner Crossing at 9 Bruin Road. The project includes site infrastructure for one existing home and future construction of four mixed-use units (office, retail, restaurant) on 0.79 acres zoned Neighborhood Commercial – Historic District.

Joiner Crossing – 9 Bruin Road: Final Development Plan review for site infrastructure (drive, parking, utilities, drainage) supporting one existing residential unit and four future mixed-use units; property at northeast corner of Bluffton Road and Bruin Road.

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Development Review Committee Meeting Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA All Applications can be viewed on the Town of Bluffton’s Permit Finder page https://www.townofbluffton.us/permit/ I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PUBLIC COMMENT IV. OLD BUSINESS V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Joiner Crossing – 9 Bruin Road (Development Plan): A request by Nathan Sturre of Sturre Engineering on behalf of the property owner, Rick Van Benschoten of 209 Bluffton Road, LLC, for review of a Final Development Plan application. The project proposes the installation of site infrastructure including internal drive, access, parking, walks, utilities, drainage, and stormwater to support one (1) existing residential unit and the future development of four (4) mixed use units consisting of office, retail, and restaurant use. The property is zoned Neighborhood Commercial – Historic District (NC-HD) and consists of approximately 0.79 acres identified by tax map number R610 039 00A 0021 0000 located at the northeast corner of Bluffton Road and Bruin Road. (DP-03-24-019066) (Staff – Dan Frazier) VI. DISCUSSION VII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC Development Review Committee Meeting Agenda July 29, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance wit …

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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting - CANCELED

Construction Board meeting canceled for lack of agenda items

The Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2026, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
Next meeting scheduled for August 25, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE The Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals (CBAA) Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Tue Jul 28, 2026

Southern Lowcountry Regional Board Meeting Agenda

Regional board to hear Jasper County road projects and Hardeeville shared services

The Southern Lowcountry Regional Board will hear presentations on Jasper County road construction projects and a shared services initiative between Jasper County and Hardeeville. The board will also discuss a suggestion to add City of Beaufort and Town of Port Royal updates to the August agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

Jasper County road construction projects update presented by Jeff Buckalew
Project Phoenix – Jasper County & Hardeeville Shared Services Initiative presented by Chief Steve Camp
Suggestion for August agenda: City of Beaufort and Town of Port Royal happenings
Next meeting set for August 25, 2026, at Hardeeville Council Chambers

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SOUTHERN LOWCOUNTRY REGIONAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA TOWN OF BLUFFTON, ROTARY COMMUNITY CENTER AT OSCAR FRAZIER PARK – 11 RECREATION COURT, BLUFFTON, SC 29910 Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 10:00 a.m. This meeting can be viewed on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel 1304. I. CALL TO ORDER II. OLD BUSINESS III. NEW BUSINESS A. Jasper County Road Construction Projects. Jeff Buckalew, Infrastructure, Consulting & Engineering (I.C.E) B. Project Phoenix – Jasper County & Hardeeville Shared Services Initiative. Chief Steve Camp, Hardeeville Fire Department IV. DISCUSSION A. Suggestion for August Agenda – City of Beaufort and Town of Port Royal Happenings V. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. City of Hardeeville Council Chambers 205 Main Street Hardeeville, SC 29927 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA compatible. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or adacoordinator@townofbl …

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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting

Tue Jul 28, 2026

Public Arts Committee Meeting

Tue Jul 28, 2026

Public Arts Committee Meeting - CANCELED

Public Arts Committee meeting for July 28, 2026, is canceled

The Public Arts Committee meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for August 25, 2026.

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PUBLIC NOTICE THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMITTEE (PAC) Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Chris Forster at: 843-706-4535

Mon Jul 27, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED

Historic Preservation Review Committee meeting canceled

The meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2026.

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PUBLIC NOTICE THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMITTEE (HPRC) Meeting scheduled for Monday, July 27, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. has been CANCELED due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 3, 2026. If you have questions, please contact Growth Management at: 843-706-4500

Mon Jul 27, 2026

Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting

Thu Jul 23, 2026

May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee Meeting

Town of Bluffton will consider a proposed ordinance to update stormwater design standards.

The Bluffton May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee will meet on July 23, 2026 at the Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building. The agenda includes adoption of the April 23, 2026 meeting minutes, public comment, presentation of FY27‑FY28 strategic plan priorities, and election of officers. The committee will discuss a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 23 of the Unified Development Ordinance concerning stormwater design standards and a Beautification Committee storm drain marking program update.

Adoption of April 23, 2026 meeting minutes
Presentation of WAPAC Strategic Plan Priorities for FY27‑FY28
Election of officers for the advisory committee
Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 23 Unified Development Ordinance (stormwater design standards)
Beautification Committee storm drain marking program update

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May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee Meeting Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers, 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 1. Adoption of April 23, 2026 Meeting Minutes IV. PUBLIC COMMENT V. NEW BUSINESS 1. WAPAC Strategic Plan Priorities for FY27-FY28 - Beth Lewis, Watershed Resilience Manager 2. Election of Officers - Beth Lewis, Watershed Resilience Manager VI. OLD BUSINESS 1. Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Town of Bluffton Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23 – Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 – Design Standards, Sec. 5.10 (Stormwater); and Article 9 – Definitions and Interpretation, Sec. 9.2 (Defined Terms) Update - Beth Lewis, Watershed Resilience Manager 2. Beautification Committee Storm Drain Marking Program Update – Beth Lewis, Watershed Resilience Manager VII. DISCUSSION VIII. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 22, 2026 Town of Bluffton, SC May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda July 23, 2026 “FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.” In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabi …

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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)

Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.

$1.1M	OMNIA INNOVATION GROUP LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · LAKE NONA PHARMACY CASEWORK RENOVATION PROJECT FOR THE ORLANDO VA HEAL
$648,666	INOUTBOARD COM INC Department of Agriculture · COMPLETE CHECK IN & CHECK OUT TOOL TO MEET ALL CIO SECURITY REQUIREMEN
$208,010	KOSTER GROUP INC Department of Defense · RECRUITING AND RETENTION PROMOTIONAL ITEMS: BRANDED CREW NECK SWEATSHI
$180,497	MULLINS STEPHEN Department of the Treasury · MULLINS, STEPHEN RAY; NEW CONTRACT OFFICE OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE (RVN
$99,520	KOSTER GROUP INC Department of Defense · PROMOTIONAL ITEMS FOR RECRUITING AND RETENTION: TUMBLERS, SUNGLASSES,
$91,254	OFFICEMOTIVE, INC. Department of Defense · TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES: CODE 100CE PNS, SUBMEPP & SUPSHIP BATH
$71,185	FLAG BRIDGE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Agriculture · ELEVATOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICE
$67,650	INOUTBOARD COM INC Department of the Interior · INOUTBOARD.COM FOR BLM OREGON AND OUTLYING DISTRICTS.
$59,740	FLAG BRIDGE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Defense · PURCHASE ONE (1) 2024 RAM TRADESMAN 2500 CREW CAB 4X4
$52,451	HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · PROSTHESIS

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Beaufort County)

County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.

Net migration+1,565 people (+$530.1M net AGI · 2023)

Federal disasters (10 yr)17 ({"Hurricane": 14, "Tropical Storm": 3, "Biological": 2, "Dro · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)

Traffic fatalities3 (2024)

Business establishments6,087 (59,121 employees · 2023)

Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,822/mo (2025)

Adults with low literacy15.8% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

$41.0M

Annual budget

$20.6M

Debt outstanding

506

Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$41.0M

Spending$30.0M

Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load LOW

Outstanding debt$20.6M

Debt-to-revenue0.50×

Debt-load index28 / 100

A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids

0.443

All kids

0.373

Black kids

0.326

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