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Median home value
$407,600 👤 Members & officials (58)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Michael McFee
- Mitch Mitchell
Who’s on the General
- Bill Bardenwerper
- Dick Stewart
- Bill Suter
- Libby Anderson
- Mike Tomy
- Angela Simmons
- Benjie Morillo
- Brenda Litchfield
- Clinton Hallman
- Courtney Worrell
- Jeremiah Smith
- Kevin Cuppia
- Kim McFann
- Lise Sundrla
- Marc Sviland
- Michael McFee
- Peggy Simmer
- Reese Fazekas
- Rita Wilson
- Scott Lee
- Ben Coppage
- Charlotte Lawrence
- Chris Ramm
- David Bartholomew
- David Russell
- Fred Washington
- George Oehlert
- Jared Madison
- Jodie Miller
- Joseph Oliver
- Josh Scallate
- Josh Schott
- Marilyn Harris
- Michael Holle
- Mike Sutton
- Mitch Mitchell
- Scott Gibbs
- Stacy Applegate
- Sue Sagui
Who’s on the Historic District Review Board
- Eric Berman
- Kim Petrella
- Mike Sutton
- Rita Wilson
- Grady Woods
- Richard Drake
Who’s on the Park and Tree Advisory Committee
- Adam Wellins
- Barbara Farrior
- Shay Mikell
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Bill Bardenwerper
- Libby Anderson
- Mike Tomy
- Kim McFann
- Benjie Morillo
- Bill Suter
- Clinton Hallman
- Michael Holle
Municipal budget
Total revenue$563.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$415.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$201.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$188.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,164 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 15:30
General
Park and Tree Advisory Committee to discuss tree removal at Fire Station Headquarters
The Park and Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss new and old business. The committee will review tree selection for Waterfront Park and plans for Arbor Day.
- Tree removal discussion at Fire Station Headquarters
- Waterfront Park tree selection
- Arbor Day planning
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AGENDA
The City of Beaufort
PARK AND TREE ADVISORY COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 3:30 pm
Executive Conference Room #2, Second Floor of City Hall
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, South Carolina 29902
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STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION – In accordance with South Carolina Code of
Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, local media were duly notified of the time,
date, place, and agenda of this meeting.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Public Comment
III.
Old Business
•
Waterfront Park Tree Selection
•
Arbor Day
IV.
New Business
•
Tree Removal Discussion at Fire Station Headquarters
V.
Public Comment and Closing Remarks
VI.
Adjourn
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 13:00
General
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Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 14:00
General
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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:00
General
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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 14:00
Cultural District Advisory Board
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 17:00
Planning Commission
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00
General
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Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 10:30
General
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Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 15:30
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 14:00
General
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Fri Dec 4, 2026 · 10:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
To Be Determined
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 14:00
Cultural District Advisory Board
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:00
General
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Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Thu Jan 28, 2027 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 08:00
General
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Fri Feb 5, 2027 · 08:00
General
1901 Boundary Street
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Thu Feb 25, 2027 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Thu Mar 25, 2027 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Thu Apr 22, 2027 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon May 3, 2027 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed May 12, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon May 24, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Thu May 27, 2027 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Thu Jun 24, 2027 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Jul 14, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Thu Jul 22, 2027 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Jul 26, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Aug 2, 2027 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Aug 11, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
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Mon Aug 23, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Thu Aug 26, 2027 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Sep 8, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Sep 27, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Wed Oct 13, 2027 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Oct 25, 2027 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council to discuss police camera technology and park lease amendments
The City of Beaufort City Council will hold a worksession to discuss several administrative and policy updates. The meeting includes reviews of grant recommendations and city code updates.
- Tourism Development Advisory Committee (TDAC) State Accommodations Tax Grant Award Recommendations
- Police Department use of Smart Camera Technology
- Washington Street Park Lease Amendment and Park Rental Fees
- Update to City Code Section 8-1010 regarding Commercial Vehicle Prohibition
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program
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City of Beaufort
1911 Boundary Street
Beaufort Municipal Complex
Beaufort, South Carolina 29902
(843) 525-7070
City Council Worksession Meeting Agenda
October 27, 2026
Statement of Media Notification
"In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all
local media was duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of this meeting."
Worksession Meeting - Planning Conference Room - 5:00 PM
Please note, this meeting will be broadcast via zoom and live-streamed on YouTube. You
can view the meeting at the City's page; City Beaufort Government
I.
Call to Order - Philip Cromer, Mayor
II.
Discussion
A. Tourism Development Advisory Committee (TDAC) State Accommodations Tax
Grant Award Recommendations
B. Police Departments use of Smart Camera Technology
C. Washington Street Park Lease Amendment and Park Rental Fees
D. Update to City Code Section 8-1010 — Commercial Vehicle Prohibition
E.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program
III.
Adjourn
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 15:30
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
Park and Tree Advisory Committee to discuss downtown trees and garden club design
The committee will meet to discuss ongoing projects including the Driftwood Project and downtown tree operations. The agenda includes updates on tree selection and removal as well as a design for the Beaufort Garden Club Duck Pond.
- Downtown Operations Tree Selection & Tree Removal Update
- Beaufort Garden Club Duck Pond Design
- Driftwood Project Discussion
- Salem Road Sidewalk
- Dominion vegetation blind
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AGENDA
The City of Beaufort
PARK AND TREE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.
Planning Conference Room, First Floor of City Hall
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, South Carolina 29902
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STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION – In accordance with South Carolina Code of
Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, local media were duly notified of the time,
date, place, and agenda of this meeting.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes for September 30, 2026, meeting
III.
Board Member Statement
IV.
Old Business
•
Dominion vegetation blind
•
Driftwood Project Discussion
V.
New Business
•
Downtown Operations Tree Selection & Tree Removal Update
•
Beaufort Garden Club Duck Pond Design
•
Collaborating with Downtown Advisory Board (DAB)
•
Salem Road Sidewalk
•
Assessing Parks and other city property
•
Arbor Day
VI.
Public Comment and Closing Remarks
VII.
Adjourned
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 15:30
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 17:00
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 10:00
General
Historic District Task Force to review home repair and funding resources
The Historic District Task Force will meet to review several presentations regarding the NWQ/OC area. Discussions include home repair assistance, funding resources, and property appearance enforcement policies.
- Review of NWQ/OC letter to residents regarding home repair help
- Presentation of funding resources matrix
- Presentation of tourism dollars from Beaufort’s Historic District designation
- Review of code and enforcement policies for property appearance in NWQ/OC
- Discussion on the viability of a building materials resource yard with Habitat for Humanity
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
HISTORIC DISTRICT TASK FORCE
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Phone: 843-525-7011 ~ Fax: 843-986-5606
Monday, October 19, 2026, 10:00 A.M.
City Hall, Planning Conference Room, 1st Floor – 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC
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STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION: "In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws,
1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all local media were duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of
this meeting."
Please note, this meeting will be broadcast via zoom and live-streamed on YouTube. You can view
the meeting at the City's page; City of Beaufort Government
I.
Mission Statement
II.
Vision Statement
III.
Review of Minutes:
a. Review and approve minutes from September 21, 2026 meeting.
IV.
Presentation:
a. Review and approval of NWQ/OC letter to residents regarding home repair help
available. (Jodi)
b. Presentation of funding resources matrix. (Mike)
c. Presentation of Ombudsman recommendation. (Lise)
d. Presentation of tourism dollars received/quantified from Beaufort’s Historic District
designation. (Rita)
e. Examples of cities that have successfully put restoration/revitalization projects in place
for historic/historically black communities. (Stacy)
f.
Presentation of code and enf …
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review apartment projects at 14 FC Carter Drive and Greenlawn Drive
The City of Beaufort Planning Commission will review two multi-family housing applications. The body will consider a site plan for The Grove at Broad River and a sketch plan for the Marsh Pointe Apartments redevelopment.
- Site Plan approval for The Grove at Broad River multi-family apartments at 14 FC Carter Driver
- Sketch Plan Review for Marsh Pointe Apartments Redevelopment at 1716 & 1730 Greenlawn Drive
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MEETING AGENDA
The City of Beaufort
PLANNING COMMISSION
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Phone: 843-525-7011 ~ Fax: 843-986-5606
Monday, October 19, 2026, 5:00 P.M.
City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor – 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC
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STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION: "In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws,
1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all local media were duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of
this meeting."
Please note, this meeting will be broadcast via zoom and live-streamed on YouTube. You can view
the meeting at the City's page; City of Beaufort Government
I.
Call to Order
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Review of Commission Meeting Minutes:
A. September 21, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes.
B. October 5, 2026 Worksession Minutes
IV.
Questions Relating to Military Operations
V.
Applications:
A. The Grove at Broad River. The Applicant, Eric Walsnovich with Woods and Partners, is
requesting Site Plan approval for a multi-family apartment located at 14 FC Carter Driver. The
property is further identified as R120 029 000 0045 0000.
B. Sketch Plan – Marsh Pointe Apartments Redevelopment Request. The Applicant,
Beaufort Housing Authority, is requesting Sketch Plan Review for a Major Subdi …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
Review of proposed townhomes and duplexes at 1010 Boundary Street
The Historic District Review Board will meet to review a request for final approval of an infill development project. The proposal includes the construction of eight townhomes and four duplexes.
- Final approval request for eight townhomes (two 4-unit buildings) and four duplexes (two 2-unit buildings) at 1010 Boundary Street/1112 Charles Street
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MEETING AGENDA
CITY OF BEAUFORT - HISTORIC DISTRICT REVIEW BOARD
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 2:00 pm
City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor – 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC
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STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION: “In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, Section
30-4-80(d), as amended, all local media were duly notified of the time, date, place, and agenda of this meeting.”
Please note, this meeting will also be live streamed via Zoom. Anybody interested can watch this meeting on
the City's YouTube page: “City Beaufort SC”.
Note: A project will not be reviewed if the applicant or representative is not present at the meeting.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Review of Minutes
•
August 12, 2026 - Meeting
III.
Applications
A.
1010 Boundary Street/1112 Charles Street, PIN: R120 004 000 0071-/0072-/0073 0000:
Construction of eight (8) new townhomes (two 4-unit buildings) & four (4) duplexes (two 2-
unit buildings; infill development)
Applicant(s): Ben and Christine Wiley
The applicants are requesting final approval for new construction/infill-development of two 4-unit
townhome buildings (attached) fronting Boundary Street, and two duplex (2-unit) buildings in the rear
which would be accessible from both Charles and Newcastle Stre …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to hold public hearing on apartment development moratorium
The City Council will consider a temporary moratorium on land use development approvals for apartment houses. The body is also reviewing budget amendments and the sale of property at 1100 Boundary Street.
- Public hearing on an ordinance for a temporary moratorium on apartment house development approvals
- First reading of an ordinance to sell property at 1100 Boundary Street to Beaufort-Jasper Higher Education Commission
- Second reading of an ordinance amending the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget
- Resolution to support a CDBG application for the Southside Park Improvement Project
- Authorization for a contractual agreement for the design and permitting of the Preserving the Promenade Project
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City of Beaufort
1911 Boundary Street
Beaufort Municipal Complex
Beaufort, South Carolina 29902
(843) 525-7070
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
October 13, 2026
Statement of Media Notification
"In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all
local media was duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of this meeting."
Regular Meeting - Council Chambers, 2nd Floor - 6:00 PM
Please note, this meeting will be broadcast via zoom and live-streamed on YouTube. You
can view the meeting at the City's page; City Beaufort Government
I.
Call to Order - Philip Cromer, Mayor
II.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - Mayor Pro Tem, Michael McFee
III.
Meeting Agenda Approval
IV.
Proclamations/Commendations/Recognitions
A. Character Education Proclamation, Kalayah Simmons, Mossy Oaks Elementary
School
B. Resolution commending Marc Sviland for his service on the Zoning Board of
Appeals
C. Resolution recognizing October 2026 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
V.
Public Comment
A. PLEASE LIMIT YOUR REMARKS TO FIVE MINUTES - The Mayor may
interrupt public comments that continue past five minutes, or are disruptive - Persons
violating these rules may be required to leave the meeting - Public Comment Form
VI.
Consent Agenda …
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 14:00
Cultural District Advisory Board
Cultural District Advisory Board to discuss artist bench repairs
The Cultural District Advisory Board will meet to address old and new business. The agenda includes a discussion on repairing artist benches and a review of the year's established goals.
- Repairing of the Artist Benches
- Review of established goals for the year
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
1911 Boundary Street
BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA 29902
Cultural District Advisory Board
City Hall
Planning Conference - First Floor
October 12, 2026 at 2:00 pm
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City Hall – Planning Conference Room - First Floor
2:00 PM
I.
Call to Order
II.
Old Business
o Repairing of the Artist Benches
III. New Business
o Review of established goals for the year
IV. Other
V.
Adjournment
STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION
"In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all local
media was duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of this meeting."
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:00
General
Waterfront Advisory Committee to discuss park platform and marina planning
The Waterfront Advisory Committee will review responses to a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Waterfront Park Relieving Platform. The committee will also consider a recommendation to the Council regarding marina planning.
- Responses to the RFQ for the Waterfront Park Relieving Platform
- Recommendation to Council regarding planning for marina
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City of Beaufort
1911 Boundary Street
Beaufort Municipal Complex
Beaufort, South Carolina 29902
(843) 525-7070
Waterfront Advisory Committee Agenda
October 12, 2026
Statement of Media Notification
"In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all
local media was duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of this meeting."
Waterfront Advisory Committee - Planning Conference Room - 5:00 PM
Please note, this meeting will be broadcast via zoom and live-streamed on YouTube. You
can view the meeting at the City's page; City Beaufort Government
I.
Call to Order
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Meeting Agenda Approval
IV.
Minutes
A. September 14, 2026
V.
Discussions
A. Responses to the RFQ for the Waterfront Park Relieving Platform
B. Consideration of recommendation to Council regarding planning for marina
VI.
Public Comment
VII. Adjourn
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:30
General
Beaufort council, planning commission to discuss multi-family development moratorium
Beaufort City Council and the Planning Commission hold a special joint worksession on October 8, 2026 at 5:30 pm at City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street. The agenda lists four discussion items: proposed changes to Chapter 4 of the Development Code, a Comprehensive Plan update, a proposed moratorium on multi-family developments, and the Northern Beaufort Regional Growth Tracking System. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda covers discussion items only, plus public comment limited to agenda items.
- Proposed changes to Chapter 4 of the Development Code
- Comprehensive Plan Update (agenda page 256)
- Proposed moratorium on multi-family developments (agenda page 261)
- Northern Beaufort Regional Growth Tracking System (agenda page 264)
- Public comment limited to agenda items only
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
SPECIAL JOINT WORKSESSION OF COUNCIL WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION
City Hall, Planning Conference Room
1911 Boundary Street – 1st Floor
October 8, 2026 – 5:30 pm
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meeting at the City's page; City Beaufort SC
STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION
In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all local media was
duly notified of the time, date, place, and agenda of this meeting.
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I.
Call to Order
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
II. Public Comment – Agenda Items only
III.
Discussion Items
1) Proposed Changes to Chapter 4 of the Development Code
2) Comprehensive Plan Update – Page 256
3) Proposed moratorium on Multi-Family Developments – Page 261
4) Northern Beaufort Regional Growth Tracking System – Page 264
IV. Adjourn
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 13:00
General
Beaufort Planning Commission worksession to discuss the City of Beaufort Comprehensive Plan
The City of Beaufort Planning Commission meets Monday, October 5th, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. in the Planning Conference Room at 1911 Boundary Street. The agenda lists public comment, a discussion item on the City of Beaufort Comprehensive Plan, and adjournment. No specific rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed in the agenda text.
- Public comment period
- Discussion of the City of Beaufort Comprehensive Plan
- Meeting held at 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC and available via Zoom and YouTube
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission updates City of Beaufort Comprehensive Plan Implementation Matrix
The Planning Commission reviewed the Comprehensive Plan Implementation Matrix and made several changes to initiative wording, priority levels, and responsible parties. The commission also agreed to remove specific resiliency elements and incorporate them into the Land Use Element.
- Updated E5 to 'Evaluate continued funding of' and changed E6 status to 'ONGOING'
- Changed E10 status to 'ONGOING' and priority to 'high'
- Changed priority to 'high' for CF3 (Marina), CF5, L3, L7, T4, and T7
- Added new item CF4 to study daydock facility improvements at Beaufort Marina with 'high' priority
- Updated CF5 to prioritize deferred maintenance in annual budgeting and assigned responsibility to Finance/City Manager
- Updated T1 to include creating a more complete street network
- Updated L7 to promote completion and implementation of the Lady’s Island Area Plan
- Merged T4 downtown shuttle information into T3 and updated T4 to evaluate downtown parking
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
PLANNING COMMISSION
WORKSESSION AGENDA
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Phone: 843-525-7011 ~ Fax: 843-986-5606
Monday, October 5th, 2026, 1:00 P.M.
City Hall, Planning Conference Room – 1st Floor – 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC
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STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION: "In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws,
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I.
Public Comment
II.
Discussion
A. City of Beaufort Comprehensive Plan
III.
Adjournment
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Planning Commission
Work Session Minutes – October 5, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
7:53
A work session of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Tomy and was held in-
person in the Planning Conference Room on October 5, 2026 at 1:07 PM. The meeting was
broadcasted via zoom and live-streamed on YouTube. You can view this meeting at the City’s page;
City of Beaufort Government.
ATTENDEES
Members in attendance: Mike Tomy, Chairman, Libby Anderson, Secretary, Clinton Hallman, Kim
McFann, and Benjie Morillo.
Members absent: Bill Bardenwerper, Vice-Chairman (joined the meeting virtually via Zoom) and
Michael Holle.
Staff in attendance: Curt Freese, Community Development Department Director, Christopher Klement,
Planner III, and Nick Navia, Planner II.
DISCUSSION
8:08
Chairman Tomy went over a few things that weren’t on the meeting’s agenda. He talked about the
Joint Meeting with City Council and went over the items on the agenda. Mr. Freese stated the agenda
has already been put out by City Council. Mr. Tomy requested that meeting packets be made for the
Planning Commissions. Mr. Tomy would like to have a brief discussion on each item at the end of
tonight’s meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT
11:35
Paul Trask a resident at 610 Bladen Street referred to page two of Mr. Freese’s memo, under
Discovery: September/October, bullet #4 that talks about the creation of an online survey with multi-
family emphasis which his great but the issue …
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 14:00
General
Beaufort Downtown Advisory Board reviews social district pilot data and downtown master plan draft
The City of Beaufort Downtown Advisory Board meets Oct 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM at 1911 Boundary Street to review September 3 minutes and take up old business: data on the Downtown Social District Pilot Program from businesses, Downtown Operations, the Beaufort-Port Royal Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the board itself, plus a draft "Downtown Roadmap and Master Plan" report from Studio Main. New business includes the board's initial walk audit findings, a street lighting subcommittee update, and outreach to downtown businesses and property owners. The agenda also lists future discussion topics such as tour ordinances and a "Roadtrip Research" trip to other SC downtowns; no votes or dollar amounts appear on the agenda.
- Review of Downtown Social District Pilot Program data from downtown businesses, Downtown Operations, the Beaufort-Port Royal Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the DAB
- Review of Studio Main's draft "Downtown Roadmap and Master Plan" report and items the DAB wants added
- "Quick wins" including additional trash cans along the perimeter of the Downtown Social District
- New business: DAB's initial walk audit findings and a Street Lighting Subcommittee update
- Future topics listed: reviewing tour ordinances and a "Roadtrip Research" trip to other SC downtowns
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
DOWNTOWN ADVISORY BOARD (DAB) MEETING AGENDA
1911 Boundary Street, Planning Conference Room, Beaufort, SC 29902
October 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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I.
Call to Order
II.
Review of Minutes of September 3, 2026
III.
Old Business
A.
Downtown Social District Pilot Program Data
o From the Downtown Businesses
o From Downtown Operations
o From Beaufort-Port Royal Convention and Visitors Bureau
o From the Downtown Advisory Board
B.
Review of Studio Main’s “Downtown Roadmap and Master Plan” draft report and additional items
DAB would like to see included.
C.
Quick wins –
o Additional trash cans along the perimeter of the Downtown Social District
o Working together with the City’s other Boards and Commissions
IV.
New Business
A.
DAB’s initial walk audit findings
B.
DAB Street Lighting Subcommittee Update
C.
Getting DAB engaged with Downtown businesses and property owners
D.
Looking ahead topics for discussion…
o “Roadtrip Research” to experience what is happening in other SC Downtowns
o Looking at red …
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 15:30
Park and Tree Advisory Committee
Park and Tree Advisory Committee meeting on September 30, 2026
The committee will discuss reforestation species for the Urban Renewal Plan and tree updates for Morrall Park and Ribaut Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding downtown tree selection and the Beaufort Garden Club duck pond design.
- Urban Renewal Plan Reforestation Species Discussion
- Tree Update of Morrall Park Removals
- Two dead trees on Ribaut Road
- Downtown Operations Tree Selection & Tree Removal Update
- Beaufort Garden Club Duck Pond Design
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✓ Decided: Committee approves Oklahoma Redbud tree for marina parking lot entrance
The Park and Tree Advisory Committee approved planting an Oklahoma Redbud tree at the entrance of the marina parking lot. The committee also agreed to postpone discussion of the Beaufort Garden Club Duck Pond design until the next meeting. Other business included updates on scheduled tree removals at Morrall Park and ongoing utility tree trimming.
- Approved Aug. 27, 2026 meeting minutes with a correction to the spelling of Shay Mikell's name
- Approved Oklahoma Redbud tree for planting at the marina parking lot entrance
- Postponed discussion on the Beaufort Garden Club Duck Pond design to the next meeting
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AGENDA
The City of Beaufort
PARK AND TREE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.
Planning Conference Room, First Floor of City Hall
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, South Carolina 29902
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I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes for August 27, 2026 meeting
III.
Old Business
•
Urban Renewal Plan Reforestation Species Discussion: Clemson Extension Species List
•
Tree Update of Morrall Park Removals
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2 Dead Trees on Ribaut Road
IV.
New Business
•
Downtown Operations Tree Selection & Tree Removal Update
•
Beaufort Garden Club Duck Pond Design
V.
Public Comment and Closing Remarks
VI.
Adjourned
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Park and Tree Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes – City Hall Planning Conference Room
September 30, 2026
I.
CALL TO ORDER
3:30 PM
Barb Farrior
Members of PTAC in attendance – Shay Mikell, Michael Andersen, Joe MacDermant, Barb Farrior
City of Beaufort Staff in attendance – Adam Wellins (Parks Supervisor), Linda Roper (Director,
Downtown Operations), Sarah Sutton (Manager, Downtown Operations)
II.
MINUTES
A. August 27, 2026
Motion to approve was made by Michael Andersen. Motion to fix the spelling of Shay’s last
name by Barb Farrior & seconded by Michael Andersen.
III.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Urban Renewal Plan Reforestation Species Discussion: Clemson Extension Species List
Adam Wellins provided the lists to PTAC.
B. Tree Update of Morrall Park Removals
2 Sugarberry trees along back of park by property line apart of the tree walk dying (pictures
provided). Permit process completed since they are dying with limbs & canopy fall potential.
Scheduled for removal on October 9, 2026. PTAC discussing the potential to add more trees after
the removal.
C. 2 Dead Trees on Ribaut Rd
Adam Wellins reached out to Dominion Energy since there is scheduled tree work. Dominion
needs to get approval from the property owners since the trees are on their land. Once
approved, Dominion agreed to facilitate the removal even though it is out of their scope of
work.
IV.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Downtown Operations Tree Selection & Tree Removal Update
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council to discuss multi-family moratorium and city property portfolio
The Beaufort City Council is holding a worksession to discuss several items, including a workshop on the city-owned property portfolio and a potential multi-family housing moratorium. The council will also consider a resolution to refer the completion and modernization of the Northern Beaufort Regional Growth Tracking System to the Planning Commission. The meeting includes new hire recognitions and an introduction of the new Lowcountry Council of Governments executive director.
- Discussion of multi-family moratorium
- City-owned property portfolio workshop
- Possible resolution on Northern Beaufort Regional Growth Tracking System
- New hires recognized in Fire, Police, and Municipal Court departments
- Introduction of Hank Amundson, new Lowcountry COG Executive Director
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✓ Decided: City Council directs staff to appraise and market several city-owned properties
Council directed staff to pursue the sale of the Carnegie Library, a cell tower, and parcels in the Commerce Park. Members expressed general consensus for a potential 6-month multi-family development moratorium starting January 2027.
- Directed staff to order appraisal for 701 Craven Street (Carnegie Library) for possible sale
- Directed staff to pursue marketing and selling of the Cell Tower near the Public Works Complex
- Directed staff to work with realtor Bob Jones to determine pricing for unencumbered parcels in Commerce Park for future sale
- Directed staff to market out parcels near Commerce Park while retaining 1-5 acres for a Police Department Shooting Range
- Tabled discussion of Regional Growth Tracking System Resolution to October 8, 2026
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City of Beaufort
1911 Boundary Street
Beaufort Municipal Complex
Beaufort, South Carolina 29902
(843) 525-7070
City Council Worksession Meeting Agenda
September 22, 2026
Statement of Media Notification
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local media was duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of this meeting."
Worksession Meeting - Planning Conference Room - 5:00 PM
Please note, this meeting will be broadcast via zoom and live-streamed on YouTube. You
can view the meeting at the City's page; City Beaufort Government
I.
Call to Order - Philip Cromer, Mayor
II.
Employee New Hire Recognition
A. Fire Department - Cole Monczewski, and Jacob Taylor
B. Municipal Court - Brittany Cole
C. Police Department - Chris Fernett, Bonifacio Perez, and Keion Taylor
III.
Presentations
A. Introduction of Hank Amundson, the new Executive Director of the Lowcountry
Council of Governments
IV.
Discussion
A. City-Owned Property Portfolio Workshop
B. Multi-family Moratorium
C. Discussion of a possible Resolution to refer the completion and modernization of the
Northern Beaufort Regional Growth Tracking System to the City of Beaufort
Planning Commission for coordination with participating jurisdictions and regional
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City Council Worksession
Meeting Minutes — Planning Conference Room — 1‘ Floor
September 22, 2026
I. _ CALL TO ORDER 5:00 pm
Philip Cromer, Mayor
Members of Council in attendance - Philip Cromer, Neil Lipsitz (Virtual), Mitch Mitchell, Josh
Scallate.
Absent - Michael McFee
IJ. EMPLOYEE NEW HIRE RECOGNITION
A. Fire Department.
Tim Ogden, Fire Chief, introduced Cole Monczewski and Jacob Taylor.
B. Human Resources.
Ivette Burgess, Human Resources Director, introduced Elizabeth Chavez.
C. Municipal Court.
Dana Wessels, Municipal Court Director, introduced Brittany Cole.
D. Police Department.
Stephenie Price, Police Chief, introduced Chris Fernett, Bonifacio Perez, and Keion Taylor.
Il]. PRESENTATIONS
A. Introduction of Hank Amundson, the new Executive Director of the Lowcountry Council of
Governments.
Hank Amundson, Executive Director of the Lowcountry Council of Governments introduced
himself as the new Executive Director. He went over some of the programs and resources
offered within the organization.
IV. DISCUSSIONS
A. City-Owned Property Portfolio Workshop.
Alan Eisenman, Finance Director, went over information on various properties that are owned
by the City which showed their size, assessed values, annual rent if applicable and. annual
expenses incurred.
Staff addressed Council’s comments and concerns. Council provided reasons as to why they
feel various properties should or should not continue to be owned by the City.
Councilman Scallate stated he would like to se …
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on free-standing ER at 396 Robert Smalls Parkway
The Beaufort Planning Commission will meet to review past meeting minutes, hold a public hearing on a proposed free-standing emergency department at 396 Robert Smalls Parkway, and discuss the Comprehensive Plan. The hearing is the main substantive item; the rest of the agenda is routine procedural business.
- Public hearing: Site plan for Beaufort Free-Standing Emergency Department at 396 Robert Smalls Parkway, applicant Conor Blaney with Ward Edwards
- Review of minutes from June 15, 2026, August 17, 2026, and August 31, 2026 meetings
- Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves site plan for new emergency department
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a site plan for a free-standing emergency department at 396 Robert Smalls Parkway, subject to 10 staff-recommended conditions. The Commission also voted to request that staff draft a letter to City Council regarding concerns about a county multi-use path project and formally endorsed a letter sent to local officials requesting consultation on the Seabrook Farms development.
- Approved June 15, August 17, and August 31 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of 396 Robert Smalls Parkway site plan (unanimous)
- Requested staff draft letter to City Council regarding multi-use path (unanimous)
- Endorsed September 29 letter regarding Seabrook Farms consultation (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:07 PM (unanimous)
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MEETING AGENDA (UPDATED)
The City of Beaufort
PLANNING COMMISSION
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Phone: 843-525-7011 ~ Fax: 843-986-5606
Monday, September 21, 2026, 5:00 P.M.
City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor – 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC
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I.
Call to Order
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Review of Commission Meeting Minutes:
A. June 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. August 17, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
C. August 31, 2026 Worksession Minutes
IV.
Questions Relating to Military Operations
V.
Applications:
A. Public Hearing: Site Plan - Beaufort Free-Standing Emergency Department (FSED) –
396 Robert Smalls Parkway. The Applicant, Conor Blaney with Ward Edwards is proposing a
commercial development to include a free-standing Emergency Department. The property is
further identified as R120 028 000 1248 0000.
VI.
Discussion:
A. Comprehensive Plan …
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Planning Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes – September 21, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
3:57
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Mike Tomy and was held
in-person in the Council Chambers on September 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The meeting was broadcasted
via live-streamed on YouTube. You can view this meeting at the City’s page; City Beaufort Government.
ATTENDEES
Members in attendance: Mike Tomy, Chairman, Bill Bardenwerper, Vice-Chairman, Libby Anderson,
Secretary, Clinton Hallman, Michael Holle, and Benjie Morillo.
Member Absent: Kim McFann.
Staff in attendance: Curt Freese, Community Development Department Director, Christopher Klement,
Planner III, and Nick Navia, Planner II.
REVIEW OF MINUTES
4:47
A. June 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Ms. Anderson noted on the 1st page under the motion, to change Ms. Wilson to Ms. McFann.
Motion: Mr. Hallman made a motion to accept the minutes with the modification made by Ms.
Anderson. Mr. Bardenwerper seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
B. August 17, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Mr. Bardenwerper asked that it be noted on 1st page that he did attend the meeting but it was
virtually. Mr. Hallman noted on the last page, his name is incorrect.
Motion: Mr. Bardenwerper made a motion to approve the minutes with the noted changes.
Mr. Hallman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
C. August 31, 2026 Worksession …
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 10:00
General
Historic District Task Force to discuss property assistance and priority lists
The Historic District Task Force will review minutes from the August 17, 2026 meeting. The body will discuss a draft letter regarding property improvement assistance and the status of outreach to specific properties on Congress, Duke, Newcastle, and Greene Streets.
- Draft letter for property improvement assistance
- Outreach status for 1408 Congress Street
- Outreach status for 1302 Congress Street, 908 Duke Street, 712 Newcastle Street, and 1700 Greene Street
- Creation of a definitive list of top priority properties
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
HISTORIC DISTRICT TASK FORCE
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Phone: 843-525-7011 ~ Fax: 843-986-5606
Monday, September 21, 2026, 10:00 A.M.
City Hall, Planning Conference Room, 1st Floor – 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC
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I.
Mission Statement
II.
Vision Statement
III.
Review of Minutes:
a. Review and approve minutes from August 17, 2026 meeting.
IV.
Presentation:
a. Draft letter by Ms. Miller notifying owners of available assistance to improve their
properties.
V.
Discussion:
a. Ms. Appelgate will reach out to 1408 Congress Street. (Status)
b. Mr. Washington is reaching out to the owners of 1302 Congress Street, 908 Duke Street,
712 Newcastle Street and 1700 Greene Street. (Status)
c. Produce the definitive list of top priority properties.
d. Developing a strategy to remove the barriers created for heir’s properties until we
actually …
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 14:00
Cultural District Advisory Board
Cultural District Advisory Board meets to discuss artist benches and FY25 report
The Board will introduce new members and review minutes from previous meetings. Discussion will include a maintenance plan and budget for repairing artist benches and a review of the FY25 report sent to the South Carolina Arts Commission.
- Maintenance plan and budget for repairing artist benches
- Review of FY25 report sent to South Carolina Arts Commission
- Introduction of new Board members
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
1911 Boundary Street
BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA 29902
Cultural District Advisory Board
City Hall
Planning Conference Room
September 14, 2026 at 2:00 pm
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Attendance:
•
Call to Order
•
Introduction of New Members to the Board
•
Review of Minutes for May 11, 2026 and June 8, 2026
•
Old Business
o Repairing of the Artist Benches (Maintenance Plan and Budget)
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New Business
o Review report sent to South Carolina Arts Commission for FY25
•
Other
•
Adjournment
STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION
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media was duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of this meeting."
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:00
General
Waterfront Advisory Committee to discuss park updates and Safe Harbor lease
The Beaufort Waterfront Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on Waterfront Park matters and future meeting dates. The agenda includes approval of minutes from July 6, 2026, public comment, and an executive session to discuss negotiations and legal advice regarding a Safe Harbor Lease.
- Update on Waterfront Park related matters
- Executive session on Safe Harbor Lease negotiations and legal advice
- Approval of minutes from July 6, 2026
- Public comment period
- Future meeting dates discussion
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✓ Decided: Waterfront Advisory Committee sets future meeting dates
The committee reviewed the status of Waterfront Park engineering and grant administration submittals. No substantive policy decisions were made, and a proposed motion to enter executive session was withdrawn.
- Approved July 6, 2026 minutes
- Set future meeting dates for October 12, November 9, and December 14, 2026
- Declined to enter Executive Session
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
WATERFRONT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
1911 Boundary Street, Planning Conference Room, Beaufort, SC 29902
September 14, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Meetings will be live-streamed on the City of Beaufort’s YouTube Page; City Beaufort SC
STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION
In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all local media was
duly notified of the time, date, place, and agenda of this meeting.
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I.
Call to Order
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Meeting Agenda Approval
IV.
Approval of minutes from July 6, 2026
V.
Discussions
1. Update on Waterfront Park related matters
2. Future Meeting Dates
VI.
Public Comment
VII.
Executive Session
1. Pursuant to Title 30, Chapter 4, Section 70(a)(2) of the SC Code of Laws, for the purpose of
discussions of negotiations incident to proposed contractual arrangements, and receipt of legal
advice relating to matters covered by attorney-client privilege – Safe Harbor Lease
VIII.
Adjourn
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Waterfront Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes — Planning Conference Room, Ist Floor
September 14, 2026
CALL TO ORDER 5:00 PM
II.
Mr. Oliver, Chair.
Members in attendance - Ben Coppage, Clinton Hallman, Joseph Oliver, David Russell, Josh
Scallate, Josh Schott, Mike Sutton.
Absent - David Bartholomew, Scott Marshall.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Il.
Mr. Oliver
MEETING AGENDA APPROVAL
IV.
V.
Motion to approve was made by Councilman Scallate and seconded by Mr. Sutton.
All were in favor, motion carried.
MINUTES
A.
July 6, 2026.
Motion to approve was made by Mr. Sutton and seconded by Mr. Hallman.
Minutes approved as presented.
DISCUSSIONS
. Update on Waterfront Park related matters.
Eric Claussen, Assistant City Manager, stated submittals for the Waterfront Park were opened
up. This will be the team looking at the engineering and grant administration. He provided the
names of the four firms who submitted proposals. Gary Green Engineers, Moffatt & Nichol,
McSweeney/JMT/Davis & Floyd/FM&E/Montgomery Architecture, and Nandina, Inc. The
selection committee is in the process of going through the submittals then will be conducting
interviews, of which Mr. Russell, from the Committee, is a part of. They are looking at making
recommendations to City Council in early October and providing a report to the Waterfront
Advisory Committee as well.
Mr. Sutton feels this should come before this board before it goes to Council for cursory review
and informational purposes, because …
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 14:00
Historic District Review Board
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Beaufort City Council to discuss budget amendments and hazard mitigation plan
The City Council will consider a resolution to adopt the 2026 Lowcountry Hazard Mitigation Plan and a first reading of an ordinance to amend the 2025-2026 city budget. The meeting also includes discussions on street sweeping services, civil engineering contracts, and municipal judge appointments.
- First reading of ordinance to amend the 2025-2026 budget for multiple funds
- Resolution to adopt the 2026 Lowcountry Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Authorization for street sweeping services contract
- Indefinite Delivery Contracts with five firms for civil engineering services
- Second reading of ordinance regarding the appointment of the Municipal Judge
budgetordinancepublic safetyengineeringgovernment-administration
✓ Decided: City Council approves hazard mitigation plan and street sweeping contract
The City Council adopted the 2026 Lowcountry Hazard Mitigation Plan and authorized a contract for street sweeping services with Sweeping Corporation of America. Council also approved a first reading of a budget amendment for fiscal year 2025-2026 and passed a resolution regarding regional transportation needs. Additionally, several board appointments were made, and various departmental reports were received.
- Adopted 2026 Lowcountry Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Approved first reading of FY 2025-2026 budget amendment
- Authorized street sweeping contract with Sweeping Corporation of America
- Passed resolution on regional transportation needs (3-2)
- Approved five-firm civil engineering contract pool (4-1)
- Appointed Ed Allen to Cultural District Advisory Board
- Appointed Don Altman to Zoning Board of Appeals
- Postponed municipal judge ordinance (second reading)
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City of Beaufort
1911 Boundary Street
Beaufort Municipal Complex
Beaufort, South Carolina 29902
(843) 525-7070
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
September 8, 2026
Statement of Media Notification
"In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all
local media was duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of this meeting."
Regular Meeting - Council Chambers, 2nd Floor - 6:00 PM
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I.
Call to Order - Philip Cromer, Mayor
II.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - Mayor Pro Tem, Michael McFee
III.
Meeting Agenda Approval
IV.
Presentations
A. Recognizing the Towns in Tune Cultural Exchange Between Beaufort, South
Carolina, and Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
V.
Proclamations/Commendations/Recognitions
A. Proclamation Proclaiming September 17 - 23, 2026 as Constitution Week
VI.
Public Comment
A. PLEASE LIMIT YOUR REMARKS TO FIVE MINUTES - The Mayor may
interrupt public comments that continue past five minutes, or are disruptive - Persons
violating these rules may be required to leave the meeting - Public Comment Form
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City Council Regular Meeting
Meeting Minutes — City Hall Council Chambers, 2" Floor
September 8, 2026
I. CALL TO ORDER 6:04 PM
Philip Cromer, Mayor
Members of Council in attendance - Philip Cromer, Neil Lipsitz, Michael McFee, Mitch
Mitchell(Virtual), Josh Scallate.
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Michael McFee, Mayor Pro Tem
IJ. §©MEETING AGENDA APPROVAL
Motion to approve the Meeting Agenda was made by Councilman Lipsitz and seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem, McFee.
All were in favor, motion carried.
IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. Recognizing the Towns in Tune Cultural Exchange between Beaufort, South Carolina, and Happy
Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Mayor Cromer presented a Mayoral Proclamation to citizens from the Lowcountry with diverse
backgrounds who traveled to Happy Valley-Goose Bay to take part in a Towns In Toon production.
V. PROCLAMATIONS/COMMENDATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
A. Proclamation proclaiming September 17 - 23, 2026, as Constitution Week.
Motion to approve was made by Mayor Pro Tem, McFee and seconded by Councilman Lipsitz.
All were in favor, motion carried.
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT
Jason Dammer - called for the removal of surveillance cameras from the Pigeon Point Park.
Steve Mix - spoke about safety issues on the Spanish Moss Trail regarding motorized vehicles like
E-Bikes.
VII.
Patrick Canning - spoke about the homeless areas and trash along the Spanish Moss Trail.
Written comments are attached.
CONSENT AGENDA
VIII.
Motion to appr …
Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 14:00
General
Downtown Advisory Board to review draft Downtown Roadmap and Master Plan
The Beaufort Downtown Advisory Board is meeting to review minutes, discuss old and new business, and hear a presentation from Studio Main on their draft 'Downtown Roadmap and Master Plan' findings, followed by Q&A. The board will also discuss the scope of its role, a possible extension or modification of the Downtown Social District, and future engagement with residents and businesses.
- Presentation of Studio Main's 'Downtown Roadmap and Master Plan' draft report
- Discussion of Downtown Social District possible extension/modification/continuation
- Review of initial priorities: infrastructure, unhoused, parking, accessibility, social district
- Quick wins: signage at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park Promenade and 'Downtown is Open!' banners for Charles/Craven Streets stormwater project
- Discussion of 'Downtown' and scope of the Downtown Advisory Board
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✓ Decided: Downtown Advisory Board expands social district and defines jurisdiction
The board established a formal geographic jurisdiction for its authority and voted to expand the boundaries of the downtown social district. Members also reviewed a draft 'Downtown Roadmap and Master Plan' and discussed improving downtown lighting.
- Defined board jurisdiction as Ribaut Road to the river (including The Point) and Boundary Street to the river south of Bay Street
- Expanded social district boundaries to the Core Commercial Area (Bay Street to Craven Street and Church Street to Carteret Street)
- Approved creation of a subcommittee to explore string lights in the core focus area
- Adopted August 6, 2026 meeting minutes
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
DOWNTOWN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING AGENDA
1911 Boundary Street, Planning Conference Room, Beaufort, SC 29902
September 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM
STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION
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I.
Call to Order
II.
Review of Minutes of August 6, 2026
III.
Old Business
A.
Meeting schedule will be the first Thursday of the month at 2 PM
B.
Initial priorities identified by the Board:
1. Infrastructure
2. Unhoused
3. Parking
4. Accessibility
5. Social District
C.
Quick wins –
o Improved signage at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park Promenade
o Downtown is Open! construction banners for the Downtown Charles / Craven Streets
Stormwater Drainage Project
IV.
New Business
A.
Summary highlights of one-on-one meetings with Downtown Advisory Board (DAB) Chair and
Vice Chair with the Elected Officials and City Staff
B.
Discussion of “Downtown” and the scope of the Downtown Advisory Board
C.
Presentation by Studio Main of their “Downtown Roadmap and Master Plan” draft report findings
followed by a Q&A session
D.
Discussion of Downtown Social District - possible extension / modification / contin …
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
DOWNTOWN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
1911 Boundary Street, Planning Conference Room, Beaufort, SC 29902
September 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM
I.
Call to Order 2:00 PM
Members in attendance – Peggy Simmer, Jeremiah Smith, Reese Fazekas, Brenda Litchfield,
Dick Stewart, Dr. Angela Simmons, Scott Lee, Courtney Worrell, Kevin Cuppia, Charlotte
Lawrence Jared Madison, Chris Ramm, and George Oehlert
Members Absent – Lise Sundrla, Marilyn Harris (Anita Singleton Prather) attended to take
notes for Marilyn)
II.
Review of Minutes of August 6, 2026
Motion to adopt was made by Kevin Cuppia and seconded by Courtney Worrell,
All were in favor, motion carried
III.
Old Business
A.
Meeting schedule will remain the first Thursday of the month at 2 PM with the
second Thursday being an alternative.
B.
To priorities identified by survey of the Board:
1. Infrastructure
2. Unhoused
3. Parking
4. Accessibility
5. Social District
C.
Quick wins –
o
Improved signage at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park Promenade
Signs are in and will be installed soon.
o
Downtown is Open! construction banners for the Downtown Charles / Craven
Streets Stormwater Drainage Project
Construction banners will be ordered and hung once final design approval by
SCOR is received.
IV.
New Business
A.
Summary highlights of one-on-one meetings with Downtown Advisory Board
(DAB) Chair and Vice Chair with the Elected Officials and City Staff
Chair Simmer and Vice Chair Smith have spent the past several weeks co …
Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
Beaufort Planning Commission discusses comprehensive plan and trails subcommittee
The Planning Commission will hold a worksession to discuss the City of Beaufort Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also consider the creation of a Trails and Bike Subcommittee.
- Discussion of City of Beaufort Comprehensive Plan
- Consideration of a Trails and Bike Subcommittee
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission advances Bike and Trails work group, reviews 2021 Comprehensive Plan
The Planning Commission agreed to establish a Bike and Trails work group, with members Holle and Hallman volunteering and staff to invite the public and Beaufort County. The Commission reviewed the 2021 Comprehensive Plan Implementation Matrix, deciding which initiatives to keep, remove, move, or reword across several elements. Staff will prepare a draft and the Commission will continue the discussion at its regular meeting on the 21st, aiming to present to City Council. No formal votes were recorded on the matrix changes.
- Agreed to establish a Bike and Trails work group; Holle and Hallman volunteered
- Agreed to invite the public and Beaufort County to join the work group
- Reviewed 2021 Comprehensive Plan Implementation Matrix; agreed to keep, remove, move, or reword numerous initiatives
- Agreed to change Matrix header: move Years to Priority, remove Status Quo, Projected Cost, and Projected Start Date
- Agreed to continue Comprehensive Plan discussion at the regular meeting on the 21st
- Motion to adjourn made by Anderson, seconded by Morillo; meeting ended at 3:08 pm
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CITY OF BEAUFORT
PLANNING COMMISSION
WORKSESSION AGENDA
1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Phone: 843-525-7011 ~ Fax: 843-986-5606
Monday, August 31, 2026, 1:00 P.M.
City Hall, Planning Conference Room – 1st Floor – 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC
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STATEMENT OF MEDIA NOTIFICATION: "In accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws,
1976, Section 30-4-80(d), as amended, all local media were duly notified of the time, date, place and agenda of
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I.
Public Comment
II.
Discussion
A. City of Beaufort Comprehensive Plan
B. Consideration of a Trails and Bike Subcommittee
III.
Adjournment
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Planning Commission
Work Session Minutes – August 31, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
7: 26
A work session of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Tomy and was held in-
person in the Planning Conference Room on August 31, 2026 at 1:07 PM. The meeting was
broadcasted via zoom and live-streamed on YouTube. You can view this meeting at the City’s page;
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ATTENDEES
Members in attendance: Mike Tomy, Chairman, Bill Bardenwerper, Vice-Chairman, Libby Anderson,
Secretary, Clinton Hallman, Michael Holle, Kim McFann, and Benjie Morillo.
Staff in attendance: Curt Freese, Community Development Department Director, Christopher Klement,
Planner III, and Nick Navia, Planner II.
PUBLIC COMMENT
8:23
Paul Trask, 610 Bladen Street, has comments about the second item on the agenda. Chairman Tomy
stated it would best to wait until the Planning Commission (PC) is discussing this item.
Public comment was closed.
Chairman Tomy asked if staff had anything to add before moving on to the review of the
Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Freese referred to the Implementation Matrix that PC will be going over
today. He acknowledged that the City Manager, Scott Marshall, was present.
DISCUSSION
9:53
A. Consideration of a Bike and Trails Subcommittee
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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 fatalities27 (7 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments6,087 (59,121 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,822/mo (1,139 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy15.8% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
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1,219
Permitted housing units
The money — in
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Revenue$563.3M
Spending$415.0M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$188.8M
Debt-to-revenue0.34×
Debt-load index26 / 100
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