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Economic Development Committee

Regular Meeting

Mount Pleasant, SC · August 4, 2020

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TOWN OF MOUNT PLEASANT, SOUTH CAROLINA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Tuesday, August 4, 2020 1:30 p.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 MINUTES Members Present: Kathy Landing, Chair; Laura Hyatt, and Tom O’Rourke Absent: Rick Crosby (MPW) Staff Present: Eric DeMoura, Town Administrator 1. Call to order Ms. Landing called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes from the July 6, 2020 meeting Ms. Hyatt moved to approve; seconded by Mr. O’Rourke. All present voted in favor. 3. Public Comments [None] 4. Review and discussion of economic development properties and initiatives Ms. Landing stated that there are a number of exciting projects that are being developed. She stated that true economic development brings jobs and investment from other places. With COVID there has been a quiet period, as well as economic damage. She provided an update of what is still transpiring in the Town to bring economic development and jobs back. She said one project has already been announced in the newspaper, and a technology campus meeting has already been held. She recently spoke to the developers whose property is on Long Point Road and the intention is to have three different buildings making up a technology campus. She provided additional information on the Economic Development Committee August 4, 2020 Page 2 of 5 proposed plans of this campus. She stated that it is important for Council to be proactive by showing that they are willing to help citizens by bringing jobs and services, developing more of a sense of community and goodwill. She stated that the #1 request for services in the northern end of Mount Pleasant after doing a survey, was for family indoor recreation. She stated that due to COVID, this project has been delayed. These projects will not only generate jobs, but also ongoing revenue for the Town. Mr. O’Rourke asked if the Economic Development Committee, the Town or Town Council has ever tried to determine what the Town’s goals were for economic development. He said discussion regarding successful economic development will bring in sufficient revenues to halt discussions regarding tax increases. He said the Town previously had a dedicated staff person for this work. Ms. Hyatt stated that with COVID, many stores have closed and there will be a great deal of opportunity for redevelopment. Committee members continued discussion regarding economic development. Ms. Landing stated that the advantage of repurposing locations is that the new business will not be required to pay an impact fee if the impact is not greater than what was previously in that location and it has not been vacant for five years. She asked Mr. DeMoura if he would be able to obtain the information on businesses vacating their current locations. Mr. DeMoura stated that for some time there has been direction from an economic development perspective; however, it has been difficult to achieve successfully. He said the areas that were focused upon, there is a plan for it and they have been working as diligently as possible for many years, such as maritime, healthcare, logistics and others. He said the challenges that always come up is entitlements. This means that the playing field changes, and this is Council’s right as policy makers. What is being heard on the other side is if there is going to be a change, then change it and be consistent afterwards so the investors know what entitlements they are receiving. He said entitlements have been the biggest issue ahead of getting any type of real interest and success with the Miller Cadillac property. He said the great fear is that because there is a lack of feeling of confidence in entitlements, that they will not go for the best use of that location, which is an iconic spot in the Town of Economic Development Committee August 4, 2020 Page 3 of 5 Mount Pleasant. He said the Town’s zoning code is also another challenge. He said what is happening with the Town’s zoning codes and what creates frustration with investors, property owners and developers, is in a high growth community it is another layer every year and there is an incrementalism that grows into the zoning code. He stated that now the burden for staff to have to analyze and remember the history for every property and implement, becomes onerous. He said property owners are not sure of the process and get frustrated because it is complex. The entitlement side and the complexity of the Town’s zoning code are major impediments to success in those areas of economic development that the Town desires. He added that staff will be proposing to utilize GIS more and the Town now has a grant application out for this. He said utilizing GIS more will provide to interested parties what the entitlements are on properties. He said they will now understand the history and all that is allowed for that property. He said the Town has never had this previously. Ms. Landing stated that the Miller Cadillac location relates to the entire zoning and building heights which will be addressed at Tuesday’s Council meeting. Committee members continued discussions. Mr. DeMoura stated that it is very important that Town consider spending a significant amount, as it will be expensive, to revamp the entire zoning code to help with economic development. He said that the Town is currently in this process and Council will be receiving information on this. He said these experts need to interview Council members on the various regulations incrementally placed over many years that very few know how to navigate through the Town’s application and permitting process. He said it would be very difficult to achieve the Town’s economic development goals with very little housing that is affordable. Ms. Landing stated that she believes another application for workforce housing will be submitted in the near future located on the north end of Town. Mr. O’Rourke asked what it would take to change the zoning. He asked if this would entail bringing in a consultant to work for approximately a year. Economic Development Committee August 4, 2020 Page 4 of 5 Mr. DeMoura responded in the affirmative. He said it is perfect timing, because the comprehensive plan will presumably be finished and will require changes to the zoning code. He said this will be very valuable for the Town and would like to suggest forming a Council team chaired by Ms. Landing. He stated that Mr. Rambo would also be a perfect fit to sit on this team. Mr. O’Rourke asked if this would be part of the Budget process. Mr. DeMoura stated that Council will be receiving information in the Planning Committee, but this project is only for a certain amount, and he believes that the Town should just keep going until it is completed. He said it will be a long process; however, it will be one of the most important things Council could do. Mr. O’Rourke stated that there is much discussion about development; however, very soon, the whole Town will be involved in redevelopment. He said the revised zoning code will make this much less complex. Mr. DeMoura stated that it is a balance between the customer experience and what they want, but also holding up Council’s decision on the direction of the community – the balance. He said when mentioning that this is one of the most important issues that Council will encounter, it is because of the opportunities for reorganization at the Town. Many of the things the Town does is built and set up properly. If there are complaints in areas, it is typically not the structure, but an individual or something that is able to be resolved. He added that it is very different in the Planning realm, which is much more complicated. He said with the incrementalism that has occurred over the years, from the development or redevelopment side, the Town is beginning to be crushed by their own weight and everyone is frustrated. Ms. Hyatt suggested matching zoning more with the County so that projects are not pitted against each other. Ms. Landing added that the Town should impress upon them to also work with the Town on projects in the unincorporated County that are located in the Town. Mr. O’Rourke stated that the work that is being done with Flood Resiliency is so important; however, so is this work. Economic Development Committee August 4, 2020 Page 5 of 5 5. Adjourn There being no further discussion, Committee adjourned at 2:02 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Ashe August 4, 2020

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COMMITTEES OF COUNCIL AMENDED MEETING NOTICE MEETING NOTICE Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Meeting notice amended to cancel August 4, 2020 Education Committee and Water Supply Committee meetings Monday, August 3, 2020 Recreation Committee 8:00 a.m. Finance Committee 9:00 a.m. Fire Committee 10:00 a.m. Flood Resilience Committee 10:30 a.m. Transportation Committee 11:15 a.m. Human Resources Committee 12:45 p.m. Economic Development Committee 1:30 p.m. Planning and Development Committee 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2020 Education Committee CANCELLED 8:30 a.m. Water Supply Committee CANCELLED 9:00 a.m. Police, Judicial, and Legal Committee 9:45 a.m. The following Committees will not meet: Bids and Purchases Committee Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com Public Services Committee Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com RECREATION COMMITTEE Monday, August 3, 2020 8:00 a.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the July 6, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Review and possible action regarding a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the College of Charleston pertaining to the Town Hall Track Renovation Project 5. Discussion and possible action regarding Memorial Waterfront Park Phase 3 improvements 6. Discussion and possible action regarding recreation impact fees 7. Discussion and possible action regarding an East Cooper Coastal Triathlon 8. Program/projects update 9. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com FINANCE COMMITTEE Monday, August 3, 2020 9:00 a.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the July 6, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Discussion and potential action with regard to CARTA FY20-21 proposed budget 5. Dominion Energy request for proposed easement on property owned by the Town of Mount Pleasant located on Six Mile Road (Fire Station #4) 6. Executive session with regard to potential purchase of real property 7. Post Executive Session Committee may take action on any item, including any subsection of any section, listed on an executive session agenda or discussed in an executive session during a properly noticed meeting. 8. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com FIRE COMMITTEE Monday, August 3, 2020 10:00 a.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the July 6, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Discussion and possible action to amend Chapter 92: Fire Prevention, to adopt 2018 changes to Code Adopted by Reference 5. Discussion and possible action regarding conveyance of property at 926 Bowman Road from Charleston County to the Town of Mount Pleasant 6. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com FLOOD RESILIENCE COMMITTEE Monday, August 3, 2020 10:30 a.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Discussion of interim flood mitigation measures (to include but not limited to impervious surface limits, greenscaping, and property purchases for the purpose of water retention) 5. Status update with regard to Old Village stormwater drainage project 6. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE Monday, August 3, 2020 11:15 a.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the March 3, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Employee years of service recognition 5. Discussion and possible action regarding transportation impact fees 6. Update on status of request for speed humps on Osmond Street in Hamlin Plantation 7. Update on Maritime Port District and US 17/Mathis Ferry/Lauda Drive improvement projects 8. Update – ongoing projects 9. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE Monday, August 3, 2020 12:45 p.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the August 5, 2019 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Review and possible action with regard to Human Resource Guidelines 5. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Monday, August 3, 2020 1:30 p.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the July 6, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Review and discussion of economic development properties and initiatives 5. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Monday, August 3, 2020 2:00 p.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the July 6, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Employee years of service recognition 5. Review, discussion and possible action regarding Ordinances 20013 and 20014 both pertaining to building heights in the Waterfront Gateway and Boulevard Overlay Districts 6. Annexations a. A-5-20: 3056 Murduck Drive. Request to annex an approximately 3.98 acre tract of land located at 3056 Murduck Drive, identified by TMS No. 583-00-00-365 and depicted on a plat as Lot 10-C recorded by Charleston County ROD Office in Plat Book EL, Page 22. Draft Ordinance (deferred from July 6 committee meeting for more information) b. A-10-20: 1240 Six Mile Road. Request to annex an approximately 11.54 acre tract of land located at 1240 Six Mile Road, identified by TMS No. 558-00-00-130 and depicted on a plat as Lot 24 recorded by Charleston County ROD Office in Plat Book W, Page 115. (associated with rezoning case R-29-20) c. A-11-20: 516 Coaxum Road. Request to annex an approximately 0.34 acre tract of land located at 516 Coaxum Road, identified by TMS No. 556-00-00-113 and depicted on a plat as Lot C recorded by Charleston County ROD Office in Plat Book W94, Page 236. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com d. A-12-20: 3804 Gardenhill Road. Request to annex an approximately 1.00 acre tract of land located at 3804 Gardenhill Road, identified by TMS No. 614-00-00-041 and depicted on a plat as Lot 10, Block 1, Tract K recorded by Charleston County ROD Office in Plat Book CC, Page 6. (associated with rezoning case R-28-20) 7. Review of Planning Commission recommendations from the July 22, 2020 meeting a. Rezoning Case: R-26-20, 217 Church Street. Application to remove an approximately 0.18-acre tract of land zoned R-2, Low Density Residential District, from the OVHD, Old Village Historic District, and instead place in the BOD, Boulevard Overlay District. Ownership and Property Identification: John D. Sayre, Jr. 217 Church Street. TMS No. 517-15-00-025. b. Rezoning Case: R-27-20, 986 and 988 Key Colony Court. Application to rezone an approximately 0.04-acre tract of land comprised of two parcels located in Sullivan’s Pointe Subdivision off Ben Sawyer Boulevard from AB, Areawide Business District, to R-3, Medium Density Residential District. Further is a request to reinstate the overlay district known as the UC-CBS, Coleman-Ben Sawyer Urban Corridor Overlay District then in effect at the time of permit issuance to render the properties compliant with permitted uses and development standards of the same. Ownership and Property Identification: FHG 986/988 Key Colony Court LLC. 986 and 988 Key Colony Court. TMS No’s. 532-15-00-189 and -190. c. Rezoning Case: R-28-20, 3804 Garden Hill Road. This application is to apply initial Town zoning of R-4, Medium Density Residential District, on an approximately 1.00-acre tract of land located in the Ten Mile Community. Current Zoning is R-4, Single Family Residential in Charleston County. Ownership and Property Identification: J. Eardley. TMS No. 614-00-00-041. d. Rezoning Case: R-29-20, 1240 Six Mile Road. This petition is to apply initial Town zoning of R-4, Medium Density Residential District, an approximately 11.54-acre tract of land located off Six Mile Road and known as Watts Mobile Home Park. This petition does not include a request to be included in the SB-OD, Sweetgrass Basket Overlay District. Current Zoning is S-3, Special Management-3 District and OD-MP-SBA, Mount Pleasant Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com Overlay District in Charleston County. Ownership and Property Identification: Watts Park Inc. 1240 Six Mile Road. TMS No. 558- 00-00-130. e. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment. Proposal to amend Sections 156.151 and 156.162 of Chapter 156, Zoning Code, of the Mount Pleasant Code of Ordinances pertaining to the definition of a SIGN, and the measurement of area and the treatment of Temporary Signs in public road right of ways. 8. Zoning Code & Land Development Regulations Assessment: Presentation by consultants reporting results and recommendations of the Development Codes Technical Evaluation. This is Phase 1 of a complete update of the Town’s zoning and subdivision regulations. 9. Planning Commission report and recommendations regarding the potential treatment of nonconforming properties. 10. Status Report on Applications to Serve on the Settlement Communities Task Force 11. Discussion and possible action to consider allowing temporary structures such as tents or trailers through an emergency ordinance for schools and churches in order to allow for greater social distancing 12. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com EDUCATION COMMITTEE Tuesday, August 4, 2020 8:30 a.m. MEETING CANCELLED Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the March 2, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Update from Charleston County School District regarding plans for the 2020-2021 school year 5. Discussion of Mount Pleasant Youth Council 6. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com WATER SUPPLY COMMITTEE Tuesday, August 4, 2020 9:00 a.m. MEETING CANCELLED Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the March 3, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Discussion and possible action related to Town Code of Ordinances Chapter 51 and annexation requirements for sewer service (Map 1) (Map 2) 5. Executive session to receive legal advice related to Town Code of Ordinances Chapter 51 and annexation requirements for sewer service 6. Post executive session Committee may take action on any item, including any subsection of any section, listed on an executive session agenda or discussed in an executive session during a properly noticed meeting. 7. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com POLICE, JUDICIAL & LEGAL COMMITTEE Tuesday, August 4, 2020 9:45 a.m. Municipal Complex, Council Chambers 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 AGENDA 1. Call to order 2. Approval of Minutes from the July 7, 2020 meeting 3. Public Comments 4. Police matters a. Employee years of service recognition 5. Judicial matters No agenda items 6. Legal matters a. Discussion and possible action with regard to a potential resolution to declare racism a public health threat b. Review of laws governing the use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds as well as review of original Town of Mount Pleasant tax increment financing ordinance c. Discussion and possible action with regard to the renourishment of Crab Bank project being conducted by US Army Corps of Engineers d. Executive session to discuss the Town’s legal representation and to review applicants for the general counsel position e. Post Executive Session Committee may take action on any item, including any subsection of any section, listed on an executive session agenda or discussed in an executive session during a properly noticed meeting. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com 7. Adjourn Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation, please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884- 8517. Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180 www.tompsc.com

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