Helen Burke

The Stormwater Management Plan for the Town of Bluffton outlines a methodical approach to implement programs fulfilling six Minimum Control Measures (MCMs) to protect stormwater quality within its jurisdiction. These MCMs include Public Education and Outreach, Public Participation and Involvement, Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination, Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control, Post-Construction Stormwater Management, and Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations. The plan also includes developing a monitoring and implementation strategy to address water quality concerns in impaired waterways and is designed to ensure compliance with federal and state stormwater regulations.

The comprehensive plan for the Town of Bluffton focuses on creating a resilient future by addressing climate change, protecting water resources, and improving water quality. Key strategies include implementing protective ordinances, ensuring critical facilities have access plans, strengthening stormwater management, promoting green infrastructure, and establishing a Resiliency Manager position. The plan also emphasizes community engagement, regional partnerships, and adherence to state recommendations to enhance the town's ability to withstand and recover from environmental and economic disruptions.

The agenda includes discussion and action items related to various development plans and ordinances. Key items include the Tupelo III Preliminary Development Plan, the 6 Arley Way Preliminary Development Plan, New Riverside Village street naming, Belfair Towne Village Certificate of Appropriateness, Parcel 10B Multi-Family Preliminary Development Plan, and Unified Development Ordinance Edits.

The Planning Commission discussed and approved the adoption of the January 27, 2021 minutes with corrections. The commission motioned to postpone hearing item B until the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission. Commissioner Jackson Denmark was elected as Chairman. The application for Moss Subdivision street naming was approved. An update was provided on The Town's Comprehensive Plan.

The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and a notice regarding adjournment, which states that no new items will be heard after 9:30 P.M. unless authorized by a majority vote. It also covers a notice regarding public comments, adoption of the agenda, and adoption of minutes from January 27, 2021. Old business includes the election of a Chair, Vice-Chair, and a Development Review Committee Member (At-Large). New business involves a request for approval of a Street Naming Application for Moss Subdivision and a Preliminary Development Plan for Parcel 10B Multi-Family. The meeting also includes a discussion section and adjournment.