Port Royal public meetings in 2023

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold its regular meeting on December 13, 2023, immediately following a public hearing. The agenda includes first and second readings of ordinances affecting the Planning Commission and the Park and Recreation Commission, as well as several council actions on public works equipment, administrative vehicles, town hall reroofing, the 2024 meeting calendar, and speed hump locations. The meeting also includes presentations, public comment periods, an oath of office for the mayor and council members, and an executive session on legal advice regarding the Port of Port Royal development.

• First reading of ordinance 2023-21 to replace the Planning Commission division in the Code of Ordinances
• Second reading of ordinance 2023-20 to repeal the Park and Recreation Commission division
• Approval of Public Works grappling truck and truck/trailer
• Procurement for administrative vehicles
• Approval of Town Hall reroofing

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing on Ordinance 2023-20, which would repeal Article VI, Division 4 of the Town Code, eliminating the Park and Recreation Commission. Public comments will be accepted from speakers who have submitted forms, with a three-minute limit per speaker.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-20 to repeal the Park and Recreation Commission
• Repeal of Article VI, Division 4 in the Code of Ordinances
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaker limit

Special Meetings

The Town Council will hold a special meeting in executive session. The purpose of the session is to receive legal advice related to the Port of Port Royal Development.

• Receipt of legal advice related to Port of Port Royal Development

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review October meeting minutes and discuss the Gateway Port Royal District, including why to invest in it, its economic impact, and a community update. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no listed votes or contracts.

• Review and approval of October meeting minutes
• Discussion: Why invest in the Gateway Port Royal District
• Discussion: Economic impact of the Gateway Port Royal District
• Discussion: Community update

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold first reading of an ordinance to repeal the Park and Recreation Commission, and second reading of four ordinances authorizing the Town Manager to convey excess real property at specific addresses to facilitate development and sidewalk construction. The council will also consider appointments, a Cherry Hill Park maintenance agreement, and SCDOT speed hump location approval, and will enter executive session for personnel matters.

• First reading: Ordinance 2023-20 to repeal the Park and Recreation Commission
• Second reading: Convey 1310 London Avenue for development
• Second reading: Convey 1102 13th Street for sidewalk construction
• Second reading: Convey 1210 Madrid Avenue for sidewalk construction
• Second reading: Convey 907 10th St. for sidewalk construction

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing on three ordinances (2023-17, 2023-18, 2023-19) that would authorize the Town Manager to convey excess real property to facilitate sidewalk construction at specific addresses. The meeting is a public hearing, and residents may speak for up to three minutes after submitting speaker forms.

• Ordinance 2023-17: convey property at 1102 13th Street (Beaufort County Tax District 110, Map 10, Parcel 0103)
• Ordinance 2023-18: convey property at 1210 Madrid Avenue (Beaufort County Tax District 110, Map 10, Parcel 0155)
• Ordinance 2023-19: convey property at 907 10th St. (Beaufort County Tax District 110, Map 11, Parcel 0045)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to receive a presentation from Beaufort Bikes, interview applicants for town committees, and review the agenda for the upcoming November 8 council meeting. The meeting is a workshop, so no formal votes are expected.

• Presentation by Beaufort Bikes (Rachel Keyes)
• Interviews for town committee positions
• Review of November 8, 2023 council meeting agenda
• Sculpture reveal at Cypress Wetlands on November 2, 2023
• Election Day on November 7, 2023

Municipal Election Commission

The Municipal Election Commission will meet to administer oaths of office and approve minutes from the August 21, 2023, meeting. The commission will also review the schedule of commissioners for Election Day.

• Administer Oath of Office
• Approval of August 21, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Election Day commissioner schedule

Special Meetings

The Port Royal Town Council has scheduled a special meeting for October 19, 2023. The meeting is designated as an executive session to discuss matters related to economic development.

• Executive session discussion regarding Economic Development

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing on three ordinances: annexing and zoning approximately 37.8 acres at 61 Brookins Path (Bridges Preparatory School) as T3 Neighborhood, and authorizing the town manager to convey excess property at 1310 London Avenue for development. The meeting is open for public comment, with each speaker limited to three minutes.

• Ordinance 2023-14: Annex 37.8 acres (Beaufort County Tax District 100, Map 28, Parcels 121A and 146) at 61 Brookins Path
• Ordinance 2023-15: Zone the same 37.8 acres as T3 Neighborhood
• Ordinance 2023-16: Authorize town manager to convey excess property at 1310 London Avenue (Tax District 110, Map 11, Parcel 0095)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold a regular meeting with first and second readings of ordinances. Key items include annexing and zoning approximately 37.8 acres for Bridges Preparatory School, authorizing conveyance of excess property for sidewalk construction, and considering a memorandum of understanding for a transit study. The meeting also includes presentations, public comment, and an executive session on legal advice.

• Second reading: annex 37.8 acres at 61 Brookins Path (Bridges Preparatory School)
• Second reading: zone the annexed 37.8 acres as T3 Neighborhood
• First reading: convey excess property at 1102 13th Street for sidewalks
• First reading: convey excess property at 1210 Madrid Avenue for sidewalks
• First reading: convey excess property at 907 10th St. for sidewalks

Town Council

This is a council workshop, not a voting meeting. The council will interview candidates for town committees, receive a briefing, and review the agenda for the October 11 council meeting. In executive session, they will receive legal advice related to the Port of Port Royal Development Agreement and PUD.

• Executive session: legal advice on Port of Port Royal Development Agreement and PUD
• Interviews for town committee positions
• Introduction of new personnel Kaela Little
• Public hearing and council meeting scheduled for October 11, 2023 at 6:30 PM
• Accommodation Tax Meeting on October 9, 2023 at 5:30 PM

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Port Royal Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to approve prior minutes, appoint a new chair, and hold an appeal hearing. The appeal concerns the administrator's denial of three new mobile homes and a gazebo at 9 Frederick Place Circle, filed by Jeremey and Susan Levin. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the denial.

• Appeal hearing for 9 Frederick Place Circle (R110 011 000 0113 0000) regarding denial of three mobile homes and a gazebo
• Approve minutes from May 4, 2023 meeting
• Appointment of new chair

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission will meet to review August meeting minutes and discuss why to invest in the Gateway Port Royal District, along with a community update. The agenda includes old and new business items, but no specific proposals or decisions are listed.

• Review and approval of August meeting minutes
• Discussion: Why invest in the Gateway Port Royal District
• Community update

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold first readings on ordinances to annex and zone approximately 37.8 acres at 61 Brookins Path (Bridges Preparatory School) as T3 Neighborhood, and to authorize conveyance of excess property at 1310 London Avenue. The council will also conduct second readings on business license fee schedule updates and parking regulations, and consider a resolution committing funds for Paris Avenue thoroughfare improvements. Appointments to the Redevelopment Commission and Penny Sales Tax committee are scheduled.

• First reading: annex 37.8 acres (Beaufort County parcels 121A, 146) at 61 Brookins Path
• First reading: zone the 37.8 acres as T3 Neighborhood
• First reading: authorize conveyance of excess property at 1310 London Avenue
• Second reading: update business license class schedule per Act 176 of 2020
• Resolution 8-2023: commit funds for Paris Avenue thoroughfare improvements

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider two ordinances: one updating the business license class schedule per Act 176 of 2020, and another replacing parking control sections in Chapter 19. The council will also discuss closing out and applying for a new LCOG grant for the Paris Avenue Streetscape project. Public comments are limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Ordinance 2023-12: amends business license ordinance to update class schedule per Act 176 of 2020
• Ordinance 2023-13: repeals and replaces Section 19-31 on parking control, adding Sections 19-31 to 19-41
• Close out of Paris Avenue Streetscape – LCOG Grant
• New application for Paris Avenue Streetscape – LCOG Grant

The Town Council conducted a public hearing to review two ordinances and two grant items. No public comments were received, and no votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to receive a presentation on the Beaufort Jasper Regional Housing Trust Fund, discuss an intergovernmental service agreement for purchasing transportation equipment, and review the agenda for the upcoming council meeting. Public comments will be heard.

• Presentation on Beaufort Jasper Regional Housing Trust Fund by Wendy Zara
• Intergovernmental Service Agreement for purchase of transportation equipment
• Review agenda for September 13, 2023 council meeting
• Fall Street Series event with Angela Easterling on September 9
• Reimagine Ribaut Open House at TCL on September 14

The Council Workshop primarily consisted of staff briefings on infrastructure and drainage projects. No final votes were taken during the session, though Council agreed to vote on a transportation equipment agreement at the next meeting.

• Agreed to vote on Intergovernmental Service Agreement for MCAS Beaufort transportation equipment on Sept. 13

Municipal Election Commission

The Municipal Election Commission will meet to conduct a presentation reviewing information regarding the 2023 election. The agenda also includes a call to order, miscellaneous items, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Presentation: Review 2023 Election Information

The commission received a presentation on new and changed regulations for upcoming primaries and elections. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a joint meeting with the City of Beaufort to hear presentations on the Penny Tax and the Reimagine Ribaut project. Discussion items include the Woods Bridge Study, the Lady's Island Plan, and an update on the Metropolitan Planning Commission. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on Penny Tax
• Presentation on Reimagine Ribaut
• Discussion of Woods Bridge Study
• Discussion of Lady's Island Plan
• Update on Metropolitan Planning Commission

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review July minutes and discuss why to invest in the Gateway Port Royal District, along with a community update. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no specific votes, contracts, or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approval of July meeting minutes
• Discussion: Why invest in the Gateway Port Royal District
• Community update

The Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes with one amendment. Members discussed strategies to attract retail and restaurants to the Port Royal Gateway and proposed changes to the tree ordinance for commercial development.

• Approved minutes with amendment requiring economic analysis in the review process
• Proposed removing the tree ordinance from the overlay district for council review
• Proposed amending commercial tree wording to remove the requirement to exhaust all avenues to protect trees
• Requested town council record concerns regarding the Spanish Moss Trail crossing design

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a regular meeting with first readings of two ordinances: one updating the business license class schedule to comply with state law, and another overhauling parking regulations with new fines. The council will also consider a memorandum of understanding with the Lowcountry Council of Governments for a resilience review, and hold an executive session on town boards and a health care facility procurement.

• First reading of Ordinance 2023-12: updates business license class schedule per Act 176 of 2020, effective May 1, 2024
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-13: replaces parking regulations, sets $15 fine for violations, $25 after 30 days, $50 after 45 days
• Council action: MOU with Lowcountry Council of Governments for Lowcountry Installation Resilience Review Implementation
• Presentation: 'Off the Eaten Path' and port update on Safe Harbor Marina and Beach Company Bluff neighborhood
• Executive session: discussion of town boards/commissions and federal procurement of a health care facility

Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lowcountry Council of Governments for installation resilience review. Two ordinances regarding business licenses and parking were approved on first reading. The meeting included updates on the Safe Harbor Marina and the Bluff Neighborhood residential development.

• Approved MOU with Lowcountry Council of Governments (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-12 regarding business license class schedules (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-13 regarding parking control sections 19-31 through 19-41 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 5 and July 12 meetings (unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to introduce new personnel, receive an update from the Historic Port Royal Foundation, and interview candidates for the Redevelopment Commission. The council will also review the agenda for the upcoming August 9 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Introduction of new personnel Tish Marti and Russel Simmons
• Historic Port Royal Foundation update by Pamela Courtney and Ron Marcell
• Interview for Redevelopment Commission vacancy
• Review of August 9, 2023 council meeting agenda
• Upcoming events: Fall Street Concert Series and joint council meeting

The Council conducted a workshop featuring staff briefings on stormwater, roadway, and sidewalk projects. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on project updates and an interview for the Redevelopment Commission.

• Sworn in Russell Simmons as a new Police Officer
• Interviewed David Stillwell for the Redevelopment Commission
• Reviewed proposed agenda for August 9 Council Meeting

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission will review June meeting minutes and discuss why to invest in the Gateway Port Royal District, along with a community update. The agenda is mostly discussion and routine business, with no formal votes or public hearings listed.

• Discussion: Why invest in the Gateway Port Royal District
• Community update
• Review and approval of June meeting minutes

The Commission discussed branding and infrastructure for the Port Royal Gateway corridor and reviewed a draft overlay. Members approved an amendment to the overlay to remove the requirement for Design Review Board approval for removing landmark trees. The Commission also discussed adding an economic impact analysis requirement to projects.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved amendment to Gateway overlay to remove DRB approval for landmark tree removal (unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding its regular meeting on July 12, 2023. The main action item is a vote on reducing the speed limit on Paris Avenue. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Gullah/Geechee Nation Appreciation Week, approval of minutes from prior meetings, and an executive session to discuss legal advice on vested rights.

• Action item: Reduce speed limit on Paris Avenue
• Proclamation: Gullah/Geechee Nation Appreciation Week
• Approval of minutes from June 7 and June 22, 2023 meetings
• Executive session: Discussion of legal advice on vested rights
• Public comments periods for agenda and non-agenda items

Council approved lowering the speed limit on Paris Avenue and other town-owned roads to 22 MPH to raise awareness for veteran suicide. The Council also approved Resolution 2023-7 to remain within the current Metropolitan Planning Organization.

• Approved lowering speed limit on Paris Avenue and other town-owned roads to 22 MPH (unanimous)
• Approved adding signage explaining the significance of the lowered speed limit (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-7 to stay within the current Metropolitan Planning Organization (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 7 and June 22 meetings (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider approving the removal of six Landmark Live Oak trees at 1318 Waddell Road for a personal storage facility. Staff recommends partial approval, opposing removal of three trees in a 'Future Development' building footprint, while supporting removal of three others due to prior approvals. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and appoint a new chair.

• Tree removal request for 6 Landmark Live Oaks at 1318 Waddell Road (District 110, Map 9, Parcel 204)
• Staff recommends denial for 46", 34", and 24" oaks in Building D footprint; approval for 30", 29", and 36" oaks
• Applicant: Glenn Jeffcoat, Rapid Building Solutions; Design: Ryan Lyles, Davis and Floyd
• Appointment of a new chair
• Approval of minutes from January 5 and March 2, 2023

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop with presentations from Lowcountry Pride and a Port Royal Library update, followed by a council briefing and review of the agenda for the July 12 council meeting. The meeting is primarily informational and procedural, with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Presentation by Lowcountry Pride – Angela Wright
• Port Royal Library Update – Amanda Dickman
• Review agenda for July 12, 2023 Council Meeting
• Upcoming meetings: Design Review Board (July 6), Council (July 12), Redevelopment Commission (July 18)

The Town Council held a workshop to receive updates on infrastructure, personnel, and local projects. No formal votes were taken during this session, as it served as a briefing and presentation meeting.

• SCDOT approved $1,150,240 in Federal Transportation Alternative Funds for the Spanish Moss Trail extension from Ritter Circle to Fishcamp
• Vaughn Keown elected chairman of the Redevelopment Commission
• Dick Stewart continued as vice chairman of the Redevelopment Commission
• Stephen Loderick replaced Vaughn Keown as secretary of the Redevelopment Commission

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold a regular meeting with second readings of four ordinances, including the FY2024 budget, a court department budget, a sidewalk-related property conveyance, and a rezoning. The council will also consider resolutions establishing a Civil Rights Committee and a Reasonable Accommodation Policy, plus several committee appointments. An executive session is scheduled for the town manager's evaluation.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-8 to convey excess property at 1201 16th St for sidewalk construction
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-9 for FY2024 tax levy and expenditures
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-10 to approve court department budget for FY2024
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-11 to rezone 0.39 acres at 2001 Berkeley Cir from T3 Edge to T4 Neighborhood Center – Open
• Resolution 5-2023 establishing a Civil Rights Committee and grievance procedures under ADA/Section 504

Council approved the tax levy for ordinary town purposes and the court department budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. The body also approved a property conveyance for sidewalks, a rezoning request, and two ADA-related resolutions. Several committee appointments and reappointments were finalized.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-9 for the levy of taxes for ordinary town purposes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-10 for the court department budget (4-0, one recusal)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-8 to convey real property at 1201 16th St. for sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 to rezone 2001 Berkely Cir. from T3 Edge to T4 Neighborhood Center — Open (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 5-2023 establishing a Civil Rights Committee and Grievance Procedures (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6-2023 adopting a Reasonable Accommodation Policy (unanimous)
• Appointed Jorge Guerrero to Accommodation Tax Committee, Pamela Courtney and Mike Jones to Historic Preservation Committee (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jimmy Boozer to Military Enhancement Committee and Phil Lafountain to Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review May's minutes, appoint a chairperson, and discuss how to better answer the question of why one should invest in the Gateway Port Royal District. The agenda is mostly routine, with the main substantive item being the investment discussion.

• Review and approval of May meeting minutes
• Appointment of chairperson
• Discussion on developing a better answer for investing in the Gateway Port Royal District

The Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed the draft overlay for the Port Royal Gateway. Members debated desired land uses and infrastructure needs for the corridor. A motion was passed to amend the draft overlay regarding tree removal approvals.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved amendment to draft overlay to remove DRB approval for removal of landmark trees (unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold its regular meeting on June 14, 2023, with second readings of ordinances on property conveyance for sidewalks, the FY2023-24 tax levy, the court department budget, and a rezoning. The council will also consider resolutions establishing a Civil Rights Committee and a Reasonable Accommodation Policy, and make appointments to several committees.

• Ordinance 2023-8: Authorize conveyance of excess property at 1201 16th St for sidewalk construction
• Ordinance 2023-9: Amend tax levy for FY beginning July 1, 2023
• Ordinance 2023-10: Approve court department budget for FY 2023-24
• Ordinance 2023-11: Rezone 0.39 acres at 2001 Berkeley Cir from T3 Edge to T4 Neighborhood Center – Open
• Resolution 5-2023: Establish Civil Rights Committee and grievance procedures under Section 504 and ADA

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider four ordinances: conveying excess property for sidewalks, levying taxes for FY2023-24, approving the court department budget, and rezoning a parcel. Residents may speak for up to two minutes on these agenda items.

• Ordinance 2023-8: Authorize conveyance of excess property at 1201 16th St for sidewalk construction
• Ordinance 2023-9: Levy taxes for fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023
• Ordinance 2023-10: Approve court department budget for FY2023-24
• Ordinance 2023-11: Rezone 0.39 acres at 2001 Berkeley Cir from T3 Edge to T4 Neighborhood Center – Open

The Town Council conducted public hearings for ordinances regarding property conveyance, tax levies, the court budget, and rezoning. No public comments were recorded, and the minutes do not list any final votes or decisions.

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to interview candidates for committees, receive an update from the Historic Port Royal Foundation, and review the agenda for the June 14 council meeting. The council will also consider changing the June 22 council meeting date. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major ordinances or contracts listed.

• Interviews for committee appointments
• Historic Port Royal Foundation update by Pamela Courtney
• Review of June 14, 2023 council meeting agenda
• Action item: change council meeting date for Thursday, June 22, 2023
• Upcoming events: Parks and Recreation meeting June 13, Spring Street Concert June 17

The Council Workshop primarily consisted of staff briefings on infrastructure and capital projects. The only formal action taken was the rescheduling of a future council meeting.

• Approved rescheduling the Council Meeting date to Thursday, June 22, 2023 (Unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is meeting for the third part of its budget workshop series. This is a discussion and review session, with no votes or final decisions listed on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public and will take place in the council chambers.

• Budget Workshop – Part 3 discussion and review

Council agreed to a 6% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for all staff. The body also agreed to create a Capital Fund to address the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) by setting aside one or two mills, approximately $100,000.

• Agreed to 6% COLA for all staff
• Agreed to create a Capital Fund for CIP by setting aside one or two mills ($100,000)

Town Council

Council approved the first reading of the upcoming fiscal year budget and the court department budget. The body also approved two rezoning ordinances and the appointment of members to the Accommodation Tax Committee.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2023-6 regarding South Carolina Local Revenue Services (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2023-7 to rezone 1301 HE Smalls Ct (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-8 to convey property for sidewalks at 1201 16th St (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-9 for $9 million fiscal year budget (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-10 for $201,845 court department budget (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-11 to rezone 2001 Berkeley Cir (Unanimous)
• Appointed Nick Borreggine, Carla Ferguson, Greg Godfrey, Morgan lovine, and Elizabeth Smith to Accommodation Tax Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Nancy Plank to Greater Beaufort Port Royal Convention Visitors Bureau Board (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Port Royal Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a property at 3 Duck Blind Way. The applicant seeks to build an addition that would encroach 2.96 feet into the required 5-foot minimum side setback in the T4 Neighborhood Center zoning district. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting. The meeting is open to the public via Facebook Live.

• Variance hearing for 3 Duck Blind Way: request to allow 2.96-ft encroachment into 5-ft side setback (T4 Neighborhood Center)
• Approve minutes from January 3, 2022 meeting
• Meeting held at 700 Paris Ave, Port Royal, SC, at 5:30 pm

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to deny a variance request for a 5-foot minimum side setback at 3 Duck Blind Way in the T4 Neighborhood Center. The decision followed a staff report and discussion with the applicant.

• Denied variance from 5' minimum side setback at 3 Duck Blind Way (5-0)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider two ordinances: one to approve participation in the South Carolina Local Revenue Services, and another to rezone a 0.82-acre parcel at 1301 HE Smalls Ct from T4 Urban Center to include Manufactured Homes on Individual Lots Overlay Zone Standards. Public comments will be limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Ordinance 2023-6: participation in SC Local Revenue Services
• Ordinance 2023-7: rezoning 0.82 acres at 1301 HE Smalls Ct (Beaufort County Tax District 110, Map 9, Parcel 16) to include Manufactured Homes on Individual Lots Overlay Zone Standards

The Port Royal Town Council held a public hearing on May 3, 2023, to consider two ordinances: one to participate in the South Carolina Local Revenue Services program, and another to rezone approximately 0.82 acres at 1301 He Smalls Ct. No members of the public spoke on either item. The meeting lasted two minutes.

• Public hearing held on Ordinance 2023-6 (participation in SC Local Revenue Services) — no public comment
• Public hearing held on Ordinance 2023-7 (rezoning 0.82 acres at 1301 He Smalls Ct from T4 Urban Center to include Manufactured Homes on Individual Lots Overlay Zone) — no public comment

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to interview candidates for the Accommodation Tax Committee and review the agenda for the May 10 council meeting. The council will also enter executive session to discuss ongoing litigation with Burton Fire Department and a settlement regarding an easement for the 16th Street extension, with possible action afterward.

• Interviews for Accommodation Tax Committee
• Executive session on ongoing litigation with Burton Fire Department
• Settlement of easement issue for 16th Street extension
• Review of May 10, 2023 council meeting agenda

The Port Royal Town Council held a workshop on May 3, 2023, discussing several updates but took no formal votes. Key topics included a request from the Redevelopment Commission to designate $3.5 million in ARPA funds for sewer master planning and installation on Ribaut Road, an update on impact fees, and progress on the Spanish Moss Trail extension. The council also entered executive session to discuss litigation with Burton Fire Department and an easement issue for 16th Street extension.

• No formal votes or decisions were taken during the workshop
• Discussed $3.5M ARPA fund request for Ribaut Road sewer project
• Entered executive session for legal advice on Burton Fire litigation and 16th Street easement (unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is meeting for a budget workshop, Part 1, to discuss and review the upcoming budget. The agenda contains no specific budget figures or items, only the workshop discussion item.

• Budget Workshop – Part 1 discussion and review

The Port Royal Town Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY2023-2024 budget. No votes or final decisions were made; the workshop was for discussion and review only. Council and staff discussed adjustments to departmental expenses, including a 5% COLA, retirement and health cost increases, and a phased raise for police command staff. The meeting concluded with the understanding that recommendations would be factored into the next budget workshop.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; workshop was for discussion only

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission will review and approve the March meeting minutes. The main discussion will focus on the Gateway to Port Royal area, exploring reasons for restaurants, offices, stores, and property owners to locate or redevelop there. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Review and approval of March meeting minutes
• Discussion on attracting restaurants to the Gateway to Port Royal
• Discussion on attracting offices to the Gateway to Port Royal
• Discussion on attracting stores to the Gateway to Port Royal
• Discussion on encouraging property redevelopment in the Gateway to Port Royal

The Redevelopment Commission approved a request for ARPA funds to cover engineering and design costs for sewer infrastructure along the gateway. Members also discussed strategies for recruiting businesses and potential financing options for infrastructure, including MCIP.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved request for ARPA funds capped at $3,500,000 for gateway sewer engineering and design (unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold second reading votes on a new tree protection ordinance and a land conveyance for sidewalk construction, plus first readings on two rezoning requests and a revenue participation ordinance. The meeting also includes resolutions on disability non-discrimination, fair housing, and an Eagle Scout project, along with a roadway paving contract approval.

• Second reading: Ordinance 2022-20 to replace Chapter 20 'Trees' with new tree canopy regulations
• Second reading: Ordinance 2023-4 to convey excess property at 917 12th Street for sidewalk construction
• First reading: Ordinance 2022-22 to rezone 0.11 acres at 711 7th Street from T4 Neighborhood Center to T5 Main Street
• First reading: Ordinance 2023-5 to rezone 0.82 acres at 1301 HE Smalls Ct to allow manufactured homes on individual lots
• Resolution 4-2023: Eagle Scout project by Caleb Hardage

Council unanimously approved a new ordinance to repeal and replace the town's tree code and authorized a roadway paving contract with Blythe. Other actions included approving a property conveyance for sidewalks and appointing a Town Clerk.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-20 to repeal and replace Chapter 20 'Trees' (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-4 to convey real property for sidewalks at 917 12th Street (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-7 to rezone 1301 HE Smalls Ct for manufactured homes (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-6 for South Carolina Local Revenue Services participation (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2-2023 regarding Non-Discrimination/ADA (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3-2023 Fair Housing Resolution (Unanimous)
• Appointed Lisa Graham as Town Clerk (Unanimous)
• Approved Roadway Paving Contract to Blythe (Unanimous)

Special Meetings

The Port Royal Town Council has scheduled a special workshop for April 10, 2023. The meeting is dedicated to a council discussion regarding the Tree Ordinance.

• Council discussion regarding Tree Ordinance

Council discussed updates to tree protection standards, including penalties for clearcutting and mitigation fee exemptions for commercial uses. The body decided that permits will only be required for pruning Landmark trees and that only commercial areas of mixed-use developments are exempt from mitigation fees.

• Decided to require tree permits only for pruning Landmark trees
• Decided only commercial areas of mixed-use developments in T4NC-O, T4UC, or TS5MS are exempt from mitigation fees
• Directed staff to add language regarding utility installation within tree protection zones

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss two main topics: reviewing roadway paving submittals and considering a tree ordinance. They will also review the agenda for the upcoming April 12 council meeting. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Review of Roadway Paving Submittals
• Tree Ordinance discussion
• Review of April 12, 2023 Council Meeting agenda
• Lowcountry Jaycee's Food Truck Festival on April 8, 2023
• Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on April 11, 2023

The Town Council held a workshop to review administrative updates and project bids. No final votes were taken, as the meeting served as a briefing and discussion session to prepare for the April 12 Council meeting.

• Rescheduled Tree Ordinance discussion to a special workshop on April 10, 2023
• Identified Blythe as the favored contractor for roadway paving south of Ribaut ($2.0M bid)
• Determined the Design Review Board will be the deciding body for tree ordinance waivers

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review February minutes, hear a presentation from Alpha Graphics, and vote on approving the Gateway to Port Royal logo and brand. They will also discuss updates from a Town Council retreat, pending regulations, plans, priorities, funding options, and governance matters including electing a secretary.

• Approval of Gateway to Port Royal logo and brand
• Presentation by Alpha Graphics
• Discussion of funding options for incentives/improvements
• Election of Secretary
• Review of Town Council approval of Redevelopment Commission request

The Commission approved specific design elements for the Gateway to Port Royal logo and requested that Town Council moderate the tree ordinance within the proposed overlay district. Members also discussed infrastructure funding options, including MCIP, for the gateway corridor.

• Approved Gateway to Port Royal logo with green background, live oak, enlarged font, pedestrians/bikers, town branding colors, rope edging, and a sailboat (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to Council to consider moderation to the tree ordinance in the proposed overlay district (3-2)
• Approved amendment to vest staff with discretion to evaluate redevelopment site design within the overlay (3-2)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet at Town Hall to review previous minutes and receive a report on parks. The agenda includes sections for old business and new business.

• Approval of January meeting minutes
• Report on parks

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. A proposal to install and maintain a beach volleyball court at The Sands was discussed. The Town requested long and short term park maintenance plans and recommendations for recreational activities.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Discussed proposal by Paul Smith and Wesley Millard to install and maintain beach volleyball court at The Sands

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a regular meeting with several second-reading ordinances, including a comprehensive tree protection ordinance, a land conveyance for sidewalk construction, and annexation and zoning of 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway. The council will also take first readings on another sidewalk land conveyance and a redevelopment overlay district, and will consider police department memorandums of understanding.

• Second reading: Ordinance 2022-20 to repeal and replace Chapter 20 'Trees' with new tree protection standards
• Second reading: Ordinance 2023-1 to convey property at 1603 Madrid Ave for sidewalk construction
• Second reading: Ordinance 2023-2 to annex 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway
• Second reading: Ordinance 2023-3 to zone the annexed 12.15 acres as T4 Urban Center
• First reading: Ordinance 2023-4 to convey property at 917 12th Street for sidewalks

Council approved the annexation and T4 Urban Center zoning of 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway. The board also authorized the conveyance of real property for sidewalks and approved several Police Department Memorandums of Understanding. A final reading of a new tree ordinance was postponed until April.

• Approved annexation of 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway (4-1)
• Approved T4 Urban Center zoning for 450 Parris Island Gateway (4-1)
• Approved conveyance of real property at 1603 Madrid Ave for sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of real property conveyance at 917 12th Street for sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved first reading (title only) of Redevelopment Overlay District ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Police Department Memorandums of Understanding for Bomb Squad, Canine Unit, Marine Patrol, SWAT, and Violent Crimes Task Force (unanimous)
• Postponed final reading of Ordinance 2022-20 (Trees) until April (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 1 and February 8 meetings (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a preliminary review of a proposed 20'x12' carport/gazebo at 919 8th Street. The applicant requests approval, but the design does not match the principal building as required by code, and there is an issue of setback interpretation. Staff will lead the board outside for on-site clarification. The board will also approve minutes from the January 5, 2023 meeting.

• Review of carport/gazebo at 919 8th Street, District 110, Map 11, Parcel 67B
• Applicant: Kathleen Palinski; Design: Brandon Neeley
• Property zoned T4 Neighborhood Center; accessory structure must be compatible with principal building
• Setback interpretation needed as home faces side street, not 8th Street
• Approve minutes of January 5, 2023

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing on three ordinances: conveying excess town property at 1603 Madrid Ave for sidewalk construction, annexing 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway, and zoning that same parcel as T4 Urban Center. The meeting includes a public comment period with two-minute speaker limits.

• Ordinance 2023-1: Authorize town manager to convey 8 feet of right-of-way along 16th St and Madrid Ave at 1603 Madrid Ave for sidewalks
• Ordinance 2023-2: Annex approximately 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway (Beaufort County Tax District 100, Map 31, Parcel 36)
• Ordinance 2023-3: Zone the annexed 12.15 acres as T4 Urban Center
• Public hearing with two-minute public comments on agenda items

The Town Council conducted public hearings for three ordinances regarding real property and zoning. No public comments were recorded for any of the items. The minutes do not record any final votes or decisions.

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss a proposed tree protection ordinance. The ordinance would require permits for removing or pruning certain trees, establish protections for specimen and landmark trees, and set replacement planting requirements. No final votes are scheduled; the council will also review the agenda for its March 8 meeting.

• Discussion of Tree Ordinance requiring permits for removal of trees 8" DBH or larger
• Proposed protections for specimen and landmark trees, including Live Oak, with specific DBH thresholds
• Replacement planting requirements with minimum tree coverage by zoning district
• Penalties for clearcutting, including 2-5 year development permit deferrals
• Review of agenda for March 8, 2023 Council meeting

The Town Council discussed updates to the tree ordinance and requested specific changes to fee structures and canopy requirements. Other items were presented as briefings without formal votes.

• Requested tree ordinance fee changes to $750 for landmark and $500 for specimen
• Requested tree ordinance language requiring removal of protective fencing after construction
• Requested minimum canopy coverage requirement for T5 based on staff determination

Town Council

This is the second day of the Port Royal Town Council retreat, a working session rather than a regular decision-making meeting. The council will hear from representatives of local boards and organizations, receive presentations from community groups, and discuss commission matters and Christmas events. No formal votes or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Representatives from Greater Beaufort Port Royal Convention Visitors Bureau, Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer Authority, and Economic Development
• Presentations by Friends of Cypress Wetlands and Historic Port Royal Foundation
• Discussion of Parks & Recreation Commission and Redevelopment Commission
• Miscellaneous item: Christmas Events

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a two-day retreat to review progress on goals set last year and current capital projects. The agenda includes departmental updates from planning, building, fire, public works, judicial, and police, followed by discussions on topics such as the port, shrimp dock, Ribaut Road corridor, Naval Hospital, garbage billing, and holiday schedule. This is a working session rather than a formal decision-making meeting.

• Review of progress from goals set last year
• Review of current capital projects
• Discussion of organizational assessment and potential future space needs
• Shrimp Dock update
• Ribaut Road corridor discussion

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review and approve the January meeting minutes and to discuss the naming of the Ribaut Road corridor. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Review and approval of January meeting minutes
• Discussion of Ribaut Road corridor naming

The Commission approved the name "Gateway to Port Royal" for the roadway between the bridge and Burger King. Members also approved a motion for the Town and local partners to pursue the continued federal designation of the channel. The body discussed a potential $50 million VA building project and the impact of the tree ordinance on redevelopment.

• Endorsed "Gateway to Port Royal" as the name for the roadway from the bridge to Burger King (Unanimous)
• Approved motion for Town and local partners to continue federal designation of the channel (Unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing to solicit input on community needs and priorities for housing, public facilities, and economic development in the town and within a two-mile radius. The hearing is led by Jessica Dailey of the Lowcountry Council of Governments. No decisions are being made; the agenda is limited to this hearing and adjournment.

• Public hearing on community needs and priorities for housing, public facilities, and economic development
• Input sought for areas within a two-mile radius of the town
• Led by Jessica Dailey, Lowcountry Council of Governments

The Town Council conducted a public hearing to solicit input on housing, public facilities, and economic development. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a second reading of a tree ordinance, first readings on property conveyance for sidewalks, annexation, and zoning, plus council actions on redevelopment and appointments. Public comments are limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-20 to repeal and replace Chapter 20 'Trees'
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-1 to convey excess property at 1603 Madrid Ave for sidewalk construction
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-2 to annex 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-3 to zone the annexed 12.15 acres as T4 Urban Center
• Council action on Live Oak Park tree trimming and Boat Landing IGA

Council approved the annexation and T4 Urban Center zoning of a 12.15-acre property at 450 Parris Island Gateway. The body also authorized the conveyance of real property for sidewalk construction and postponed a vote on a new tree ordinance. Several recommendations from the Redevelopment Commission regarding corridor improvements and traffic were supported.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-1 to convey real property at 1603 Madrid Ave for sidewalks (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-2 to annex 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-3 to zone 12.15 acres at 450 Parris Island Gateway as T4 Urban Center (4-1)
• Postponed second reading of Ordinance 2022-20 regarding tree code repeal and replacement (Unanimous)
• Supported Redevelopment Commission recommendations on water/sewer engineering, signal delays, cosmetic budgets, and corridor overlays (Unanimous)
• Approved pruning and tree trimming at Live Oak Park (Unanimous)
• Supported the Boat Landing Easement Document (Unanimous)
• Approved Presidents Day as a Town Holiday (Unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to interview Janine Brown for the Historic Preservation Commission and receive a presentation from Friends of Caroline. The council will also review the agenda for the upcoming February 9 council meeting and hear public comment. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Interview for Historic Preservation Commission: Janine Brown
• Presentation by Friends of Caroline (LaNelle Fabian)
• Review agenda for February 9, 2023 council meeting
• Upcoming events: Hometown Legislative Day, Municipal Elected Officials Institute, council retreat

The Council Workshop consisted of staff briefings and presentations; no formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded. Discussions focused on infrastructure projects, grant applications, and the upcoming February 9 council meeting agenda.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was a workshop for briefings and review

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review and approve the December meeting minutes, hear presentations from SK & Alpha, and discuss old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items detailed.

• Review and approval of December meeting minutes
• Presentations by SK & Alpha

The Commission approved a motion to negotiate the price and timeframe of a branding proposal from Alphagraphics before presenting it to the council for budget consideration. Members discussed potential names for a corridor and the creation of a sewer installation master plan. No final decision was reached on the corridor naming.

• Approved minutes with amendment regarding Ribaut Road truck traffic removal
• Approved motion to negotiate Alphagraphics branding price and timeframe (Unanimous)

Town Council

The Beaufort City Council is meeting to discuss several items, including a presentation on the Ribaut Road corridor reimagining project, capital projects, and alternatives for garbage and recycling fee collection. The meeting also includes the introduction of new council members and city officials.

• Ribaut Road Corridor – Reimagining Ribaut presentation by Jared Fralix
• Capital projects discussion
• Garbage and recycling fee collection alternatives

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a second reading of an ordinance authorizing a park swap tied to the Port of Port Royal development agreement, a resolution supporting a state hate crime bill, and several action items including gym equipment for Naval Heritage Park and a meeting date change. The agenda also includes an audit presentation, public comment periods, and an executive session on legal advice for port development.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-23 authorizing park swap with SHM Port Royal, LLC for Port of Port Royal property
• Resolution 1-2023 encouraging SC Assembly to adopt H.3620, the Clementa C. Pinckney Hate Crime Act
• Approval of gym equipment for Naval Heritage Park
• Change of February 8, 2023 council meeting to February 9, 2023
• Executive session on legal advice for port development contractual matters

Council approved an ordinance for a park swap with SHM Port Royal, LLC and authorized funding for gym equipment at Naval Heritage Park. The body also passed a resolution encouraging the state assembly to adopt the Clementa C. Pinckney Hate Crime Act.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-23 for park swap with SHM Port Royal, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1-2023 supporting H.3620 Clementa C. Pinckney Hate Crime Act (unanimous)
• Approved $62,540 for gym equipment at Naval Heritage Park (unanimous)
• Approved changing Feb 8, 2023 meeting to Feb 9, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Dec 14 and Dec 21, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Port Royal Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to approve minutes from the November meeting, receive a report on parks, and discuss old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of minutes from November meeting
• Report on parks
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business

The committee reviewed maintenance reports for several town parks and noted ongoing projects. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during this session.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting

Design Review Board

The Port Royal Design Review Board will consider two multifamily project requests: a building height waiver for a 3-story development at 708 Robert Smalls Parkway and a freestanding sign at 100 Ashton Pointe Boulevard. The board will also appoint a new chair and approve prior meeting minutes. Public comment is limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Building height waiver for Hillpointe multifamily at 708 Robert Smalls Pkwy: proposed heights 35'7" to 43'3" vs. 35' max
• Freestanding sign for Broad River Village at 100 Ashton Pointe Blvd: proposed 59.24 sq ft signable area vs. 25 sq ft max, 8.9 ft height vs. 7 ft max, 21 ft width vs. 6 ft max
• Appointment of new Design Review Board chair
• Approval of September 1, 2022 meeting minutes

Town Council

This is a council workshop, not a voting meeting, where the Port Royal Town Council will receive updates and discuss several topics, including a regional housing trust update, a tree ordinance presentation, and scheduling for upcoming meetings. The council will also enter executive session for legal advice on contractual matters related to port development. No formal decisions are expected at this workshop.

• Regional Housing Trust update presented by Dixie Lanier
• Tree Ordinance presentation by Noah Krepps
• Discussion of February Regular Council Meeting and MASC Hometown Legislative Action Day
• Executive session for legal advice on contractual matters – Port Development

The Council held a workshop to review and discuss the proposed Tree Ordinance 2022-20, including definitions of pruning and under brushing. No formal vote was taken on the ordinance. The Council decided to add a vote to reschedule the February 8 meeting to February 9 to the January 11 agenda.

• Decided to add a vote to reschedule the Feb 8 meeting to Feb 9 to the Jan 11 agenda
• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice on Port Development (unanimous)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing on Ordinance 2022-23, which authorizes a park swap as part of a development agreement for the Port of Port Royal property. The ordinance also authorizes acceptance by deed of the park swap property from SHM Port Royal, LLC. Public comments will be limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-23 authorizing park swap for Port of Port Royal development agreement
• Acceptance by deed of park swap property from SHM Port Royal, LLC
• Development agreement originally dated February 14, 2013, amended August 9, 2017 and July 14, 2021

The Town Council conducted a public hearing regarding Ordinance 2022-23. The minutes record the presentation of the ordinance, but do not record a final vote or decision.

• Presented Ordinance 2022-23 regarding a park swap with SHM Port Royal, LLC