Pooler public meetings in 2023

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a second reading for the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and a budget amendment. The meeting includes public hearings for zoning map amendments and conditional use requests for warehouses and storage. Council will also review several site plans and the Main Street Master Plan.

• Resolution R2023-11.B to approve the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Zoning Map Amendment for 1323 East Highway 80 and adjacent parcels
• Conditional Use Request for container stacking and storage at 1485 Pine Barren Road
• Release of maintenance and warranty bonds for Ellis Park ($499,555.50) and Mosby Lakeside Apartments ($336,584.50)
• MOU with Chatham County regarding SWAT team collaborative capabilities

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zoning map amendment and several conditional use requests. The body will also review site plans for multiple commercial and residential developments.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 1323 E Hwy 80 and adjacent parcels from C-2, R-A and R-A-1 to C-2 and I-1
• Conditional Use Request for a Daycare Center at 112 N Rogers St
• Conditional Use Request for a Warehouse at 385 Morgan Lakes Industrial Blvd
• Conditional Use Request for a Container Stacking & Storage Yard at 1485 Pine Barren Road
• Conditional Use Request for a Warehouse and Storage Development at Oglethorpe Speedway and Country Homes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and take action on the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget. The body will also consider a zoning map amendment and new alcoholic beverage licenses.

• Fiscal Year 2024 Budget (First Reading, Public Hearing, Action)
• Zoning Map Amendment for Cheval Lane
• New Alcoholic Beverage License for Dae Pak Zip Bob, LLC at 1024 US Highway 80, #118
• Alcoholic Beverage License (Adding Liquor) for Seoul Soontofu, LLC at 155 Traders Way, Suite 150
• Architectural/Engineering Design Services Proposal from Hussey Gay Bell for New Public Library

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a map amendment. The body is considering a zoning change for Cheval Lane.

• Map Amendment for Cheval Lane from C-2 to R-3-B

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and take action on a conditional use request for a place of worship. The body will also review site plans for Galen College of Nursing and a Tanger outparcel, as well as construction plans for Forest Lakes, Phase 11.

• Conditional Use Request for a Place of Worship at 704 and 708 W US Highway 80
• Release of $82,845 maintenance and warranty bond for At Home Store #203
• Release of $153,253.50 maintenance and warranty bond for Westbrook Glen Phase II
• Alcoholic beverage license applications for Pooler Laxmi, Inc. and The Nail Lounge and Day Spa
• Proposal from DeNyse Signage & Architectural Elements for monument sign fabrication

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider a conditional use request and review several construction and site plans. The body will determine the status of projects including a place of worship and the Forest Lakes Phase 11 development.

• Conditional Use Request for a Place of Worship at 704 and 708 W US Highway 80
• Preliminary Construction Plans for Forest Lakes Phase 11
• Site Plan for Galen College of Nursing
• Site Plan for Tanger Outparcel 6

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several alcoholic beverage license applications and site plans for new developments. The body will also review the acceptance and release of various maintenance, warranty, and performance bonds.

• Alcoholic beverage license applications for Flat Top Grill, Inc., Live 2 Service, LLC, Dalux Nails & Spa, LLC, Los Bravos Mexican Grill, and Logan’s Roadhouse #522
• Acceptance of a $191,758.00 maintenance bond and $524,063.50 warranty bond for Old Louisville Road/Coastal Commerce Lift Station
• Release of a $97,500.00 performance bond and $322,597.50 maintenance bond for Pooler Lakeside Apartments
• Site plan for Express Oil Change and preliminary construction plans for Harmony Phase 8B
• Revisions to a previously approved site plan for the Davis Group (AKA Oxford)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review site and construction plans for two projects. The body will also discuss the posting of warranty bonds for infrastructure improvements.

• Site Plan for Express Oil Change
• Preliminary Construction Plans for Harmony Phase 8B
• Warranty Bond for Old Louisville Rd/Coastal Commerce Lift Station
• Warranty Bond for Old Louisville Rd/Coastal Commerce Infrastructure Improvements

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings to decide on a zoning map amendment and a fence variance. The body will also review site plans, plat approvals, and alcoholic beverage license applications.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 1465 and 1485 Pine Barren Road from MH-1 and I-1 to C-2
• Variance Request for Fence at 1384 South Rogers Street
• Alcoholic Beverage License Applications for 912 Kpot, Inc. and First Watch Restaurants, Inc.
• Ordinance O2023-09.A regarding Motorized Cart Registration (Second Reading)
• Final Plat Approval for Mosaic Town Center and Benton Townhomes E-2

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zoning map amendment and a PUD amendment. The body will also review a fence variance and several plat approvals.

• Fence variance for 1384 S Rogers St
• Zoning Map Amendment for 1465 and 1485 Pine Barren Rd from MH-1 and I-1 to C-2
• PUD Amendment for Morgan Family Tract PUD
• Site Plan for Georgia United Credit Union
• Final Plat Approval for Benton Townhomes E-2 and Mosaic Town Center

City Council Special Called Meeting

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to address a vacancy on the council. The body will consider a resolution to appoint a member to fill that position.

• Resolution R2023-10.A: Appointment of a Councilmember to Fill a Vacancy

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings to decide on conditional use requests for Galen College of Nursing and a car rental business, and a zoning map amendment for 120 Parsons Avenue. The body will also review site plans and professional service proposals for infrastructure and transportation.

• Conditional Use Request for Galen College of Nursing at 500 Mosaic Circle
• Conditional Use Request for Car Rental Business at 1024 West Highway 80, Suite 103
• Zoning Map Amendment for 120 Parsons Avenue from R1-A to C-1
• Release of Maintenance Bond for Easthaven Extension in the amount of $100,119.22
• Right-of-Way Deed for 0.401 Acres at US Highway 80 and Coleman Boulevard to GDOT

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider several land-use requests. The body will discuss conditional use permits and zoning map and PUD amendments.

• Conditional Use for Galen College of Nursing at 500 Mosaic Cir
• Conditional Use for Car Rental Business at 1024 W Highway 80 Ste 103
• Zoning Map Amendment for 120 Parsons Ave from R-1A to C-1
• PUD Amendment for Savannah Quarters Phase 16 and Phase 8

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings to decide on zoning map amendments and a conditional use request. The body will also review several site plans and a traffic speed zone ordinance amendment.

• Zoning map amendments for Collins Street Properties, 1720 Quacco Road, and Yancey Bros Dublin Road Properties
• Conditional use request for a daycare and tutoring center at 605 US Highway 80 West
• Variance request for 80' buffer reduction at 5158 Old Louisville Road
• Alcoholic beverage license applications for Sero Box Korean Cuisine and Seoul Soontofu
• Ordinance O2023-8.A regarding traffic speed zones

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three map amendments and a conditional use request. The body will also review site plans for several developments, including multifamily and logistics projects.

• Map amendments for Collins Street (R-1-A to C-1), 1720 Quacco Rd (R-A to C-2), and Yancey Bros Dublin Rd (RA-2 to I-1)
• Conditional use request for a Daycare and Tutoring Center at 605 US Highway 80 W
• Variance for 80’ buffer reduction at 5158 Old Louisville Rd
• Site plans for Blakely Commons Multifamily and Mosaic Gardens
• Site plans for High Avenue Extension and Transportation Logistics Terminal 2A

The commission recommended approval for several site plans, including a 289-unit apartment complex and a retail project. It also recommended approval for three map amendments and one conditional use request, while recommending the denial of one rezoning request for equipment rental use.

• Recommended approval: Rezoning Collins Street properties from RA-1 to C-1
• Recommended denial: Rezoning 1720 Quacco Road from R-A to C-2
• Recommended approval: Rezoning Dublin Road properties from RA-2, C-1 to I-1
• Recommended approval: Conditional use for daycare and tutoring center at 605 US Highway 80 W
• Recommended approval: Buffer reduction for 5158 Old Louisville Road (contingent on landscape plan)
• Recommended approval: Site plan for Blakley Commons Multifamily 289-unit apartments
• Recommended approval: Site plan for Mosaic Gardens (contingent on $8,075 tree fund payment)
• Recommended approval: Site plans for High Avenue Extension and Transportation Logistics Terminal 2A

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss new business regarding a specific development project. The primary item for consideration is the preliminary subdivision plans for Harmony Phase 8A.

• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Harmony Phase 8A

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss local ordinances and subdivision plans. Key items include a proposed amendment to speed zone regulations and a public hearing regarding infrastructure bonding for the Benton Grove Tract.

• Ordinance O2023-8.A: Amendment to Chapter 82 regarding Speed Zones
• Public hearing on variance for Benton Grove Tract Master Infrastructure Bonding Requirements (24 months to 18 months)
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application for Nara Pooler, LLC at 810 Towne Center Boulevard
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Westbrook Area L-1, L-2, and L-3
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Forest Lakes, Phase 12

City Council unanimously approved preliminary subdivision plans for Westbrook Areas L-1, L-2, L-3 and Forest Lakes Phase 12. The council also passed the first reading of a speed zone ordinance amendment and approved a site plan for the Dozier Crane Extension. Additionally, a new liquor license for Nara Revolving Sushi Bar was approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved new alcoholic beverage license for Nara Pooler, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-08.A regarding Speed Zones (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-08.A for 2023 Municipal Election Duties (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-08.B appointing Planning & Zoning Commissioners (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Westbrook Area L-1 (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Westbrook Area L-2 (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Westbrook Area L-3 (Unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Dozier Crane Extension subject to $9,975 Tree Fund payment (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider preliminary subdivision plans for multiple developments and a variance regarding bonding requirements. The body will also review a site plan for the Dozier Crane Extension.

• Variance for Benton Grove Tract Master Infrastructure Bonding Requirements from 24 months to 18 months
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Westbrook Area L-1
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Westbrook Area L-2
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Westbrook Area L-3
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Forest Lakes Phase 12

The commission recommended approval for preliminary subdivision plans for Westbrook Areas L-1, L-2, and L-3, and Forest Lakes Phase 12. A site development plan for the Dozier Crane Expansion was also recommended for approval. A variance request for Benton Grove Tract infrastructure bonding was recommended for denial.

• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended denial of variance for Benton Grove Tract infrastructure bonding requirements
• Recommended approval of preliminary subdivision plans for Westbrook Area L-1 (50 lots)
• Recommended approval of preliminary subdivision plans for Westbrook Area L-2 (58 lots)
• Recommended approval of preliminary subdivision plans for Westbrook Area L-3 (56 lots)
• Recommended approval of preliminary subdivision plans for Forest Lakes, Phase 12 (46 lots)
• Recommended approval of site development plan for Dozier Crane Expansion at 155 Pine Barren Road

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and take action on three zoning and land-use requests. The body will also consider amendments to flood insurance and sign ordinances.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 1722, 1730, 1732, 1740, and 742 Quacco Road from R-A to R-4
• Zoning Map Amendment for Collins Street Properties
• Conditional Use Request for a fitness center adjacent to All American Glass on West Highway 80
• Ordinance O2023-06.A regarding National Flood Insurance Program Standards
• Ordinance O2023-06.B regarding sign requirements and procedures

The City Council approved two zoning map amendments and a conditional use request for a fitness center. The council also passed second readings for ordinances regarding flood insurance standards and sign requirements.

• Approved Zoning Map Amendment for 1722, 1730, 1732, 1740, and 1742 Quacco Road from R-A to R-4 (Unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment for Collins Street Properties (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Request for a fitness center adjacent to All American Glass on West Highway 80 (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O2023-06.A regarding National Flood Insurance Program Standards (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O2023-06.B regarding sign requirements and procedures (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including July 17, 2023 minutes and a special event permit for Rickie L. McGregory, Jr. (Unanimous)

City Council Orientation/Retreat

The City Council is meeting for a planning retreat to receive reports from city departments and discuss general training topics. The session includes updates on capital projects and the Quacco Road project.

• Planning & Zoning Report
• Capital Project Report
• Quacco Road Update
• Election Year Guidelines review

The City Council conducted a planning retreat consisting of departmental reports and discussions on city projects. No formal votes were recorded; the session focused on updates and the review of draft ordinances.

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss zoning map amendments for properties on Quacco Road and Collins Street. The body will also consider a conditional use request for a fitness center on W. Highway 80.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 1722, 1730, 1732, 1740 & 1742 Quacco Road from R-A to R-4
• Zoning Map Amendment for Collins Street Properties
• Conditional Use request for a fitness center adjacent to All American Glass on W. Highway 80

The commission recommended approval for two zoning map amendments and one conditional use request. These recommendations include a townhome development on Quacco Road, commercial rezoning for Collins Street properties, and a new fitness center on W. Hwy. 80.

• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval to rezone 1722-1742 Quacco Road from R-A to R-4 for 100 townhome units
• Recommended approval to rezone 11 properties on S. Rogers and Collins Streets from R-1A to C-1
• Recommended approval of conditional use for a 12,000 sq. ft. fitness center on W. Hwy. 80

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on a senior living facility request and two ordinances regarding flood insurance standards and sign procedures. The body will also review site plans for several commercial developments and intersection design proposals.

• Conditional Use Request for a Senior Living Facility at 130 Pipemakers Circle
• Ordinance O2023-06.A regarding National Flood Insurance Program Standards
• Ordinance O2023-06.B regarding sign requirements and procedures
• Release of bonds for Whitaker Park Phase 3 ($331,772.00 and $72,900.00) and Clubhouse Residential Phase 2 ($118,161.35 and $61,087.50)
• Site plans for Chick-Fil-A, McDonald's, Cambria Suites, Valvoline, and Vystar

City Council approved a conditional use request for a senior living facility and several commercial site plans. The council also passed first readings for ordinances regarding flood insurance standards and sign requirements. Additionally, a design proposal for intersection improvements was approved.

• Approved Conditional Use Request for senior living facility at 130 Pipemakers Circle (Unanimous)
• Approved site plans for Chick-Fil-A, McDonald's, Valvoline, and Vystar (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Lift Power Trailer Storage Facility (5-1)
• Approved site plan for Cambria Suites with stormwater agreement stipulation (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-06.A for flood insurance standards (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-06.B for sign requirements (Unanimous)
• Approved Kimley-Horn design proposal for Pooler Parkway and Pine Barren Road up to $351,350.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved $71,993.60 change order for Recreation Complex Tennis Courts (5-1)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss text amendments for flood insurance standards and sign requirements. The body will also consider conditional use and site plan requests for several local developments.

• Conditional Use for a Senior Living Facility at 130 Pipemakers Cir
• Site Plan/Landscape Plan for Chick-fil-A at 205 Grand Central Blvd
• Site Plan/Landscape Plan for Lift Power Trailer Storage Facility at 1500 Jimmy DeLoach Pkwy
• Text Amendment to Chapter 50, Art. II for National Flood Insurance Program Standards
• Text Amendment to Chapter 66, Sec. 4 and Sec. 10 regarding sign requirements

The commission recommended approval for a 132-unit senior living facility and site plans for a Chick-fil-A and a trailer storage facility. It also recommended approval for two text amendments regarding flood insurance standards and sign regulations. Final plats and bonds for two residential developments were recommended for approval.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of text amendment for National Flood Insurance Program standards
• Recommended approval of text amendment for sign requirements and procedures
• Recommended approval of conditional use for 132-unit senior living facility at 130 Pipemaker’s Circle
• Recommended approval of site plan for Chick-fil-A at 205 Grand Central Boulevard
• Recommended approval of site plan for Lift Power Trailer Storage Facility at 1500 Jimmy DeLoach Parkway
• Recommended approval of final plat and bonds ($116,471.95 and $133,815.00) for Westbrook Reserve, Phase 7B
• Recommended approval of final plat and bonds ($762,754.38 and $75,761.40) for Whitaker Park Townes

Development Authority Meeting

The Pooler Development Authority will meet to conduct internal organizational business. The agenda includes the election of officers and a review of procedures and bylaws.

• Election of Officers
• Review of Procedures and Bylaws
• Finance Update
• Discussion of Projects and Initiatives

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning board will review a final plat for Towne Park Pooler, Phase II. The body will also consider site and landscape plans for several commercial developments, including locations on Pooler Parkway and Tanger Outlets Blvd.

• Final Plat for Towne Park Pooler, Phase II
• Site/Landscape Plan for Cambria Suites on Tanger Outlets Blvd
• Site/Landscape Plan for McDonalds at 1585 Pooler Parkway
• Site Plan for McDonalds shared entrance at 1585 Pooler Parkway
• Site/Landscape Plans for Valvoline (2121 Pooler Parkway) and Vystar (2131 Pooler Parkway)

The commission recommended approval for a 178-townhome subdivision and five commercial site plans. These recommendations include a hotel, a restaurant, an oil change facility, and a credit union. All items passed without opposition.

• Recommended approval of final plat for Towne Park Phase II 178 townhome subdivision
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for 107-room Cambria Suites on Tanger Outlets Blvd with contingencies
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for McDonald's at 1585 Pooler Parkway with contingencies
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for McDonald's shared entrance at 1585 Pooler Parkway
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for Valvoline at 2121 Pooler Parkway
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for Vystar at 2131 Pooler Parkway
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss the 2023 millage rate and review several site plans for local developments. The body is also considering amendments to city ordinances regarding commercial vehicle parking and public notice procedures.

• Adoption of the Proposed 2023 Millage Rate
• Ordinance O2023-05.D regarding parking of commercial vehicles
• Ordinance O2023-05.E regarding public notice and hearing procedures
• Site plans for Towne Place Pooler Hotel and 2101 Travis Field Road Truck Yard
• Amendment to the 2017 Inmate Labor Agreement with Effingham County

The City Council adopted the 2023 millage rate and approved several site plans for commercial and residential developments. The council also passed two ordinances regarding commercial vehicle parking and public notice procedures. Multiple maintenance and performance bonds for local subdivisions were accepted or released.

• Adopted 2023 Millage Rate of 3.780 (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O2023-05.D regarding commercial vehicle parking (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O2023-05.E regarding public notice and hearing procedures (Unanimous)
• Approved Major Subdivision for The Farm at Morgan Lakes with stormwater agreement stipulation (Unanimous)
• Approved site plans for Barrow Drive Trailer Parking, Harmony Amenity Site, 2101 Travis Field Road, and Towne Place Pooler Hotel (Unanimous)
• Accepted maintenance and sidewalk bonds for Ellis Park Phase 4 and Telfair Park Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Released and accepted various performance and maintenance bonds for Westbrook Areas K1, K2, K3, and Phase 3A (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 City Council Meeting Schedule Amendment (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning board will review site and landscape plans for several commercial and residential projects. The meeting also includes the posting of performance bonds and final plats for two residential phases.

• Final Plat and bonds for Ellis Park, Phase 4
• Final Plat and bonds for Telfair Park, Phase 2
• Site/Landscape Plan for Barrow Drive Trailer Parking Extension
• Site/Landscape Plan for Towne Place Pooler Hotel
• Site/Landscape Plan for 2101 Travis Field Road Truck Yard Improvements

The Commission recommended approval for several development projects, including a 160-room hotel and various truck yard improvements. It also recommended approval for final plats and bonds for two residential phases. All recommendations passed without opposition.

• Recommended approval of bonds and final plat for Ellis Park, Phase 4 (64 lots)
• Recommended approval of bonds and final plat for Telfair Park, Phase 2 (37 lots)
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for Barrow Drive Trailer Parking Extension with contingencies
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for Towne Place Pooler Hotel with contingencies
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for 2101 Travis Field Road Truck Yard Improvements
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for Tract W-Harmony Amenity Site with contingencies
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances regarding zoning districts, outdoor storage, and commercial vehicle parking. The body will also discuss a budget amendment and a building height variance for Stonecutter Pooler Multifamily Owner, LLC.

• Ordinance O2023-05.B regarding outdoor storage and sale of merchandise
• Ordinance O2023-05.C adding Horizontal Mixed-Use Development definitions
• Ordinance O2023-05.D regarding parking of commercial vehicles
• Zoning Map Amendment for 1703 Old Dean Forest Road from MH-3 to I-1
• Building height variance for Stonecutter Pooler Multifamily Owner, LLC

City Council approved several zoning ordinances, a budget amendment, and a building height variance for Stonecutter Pooler Multifamily Owner, LLC. The council also approved a zoning map amendment for 1703 Old Dean Forest Road and accepted multiple performance bonds for local developments.

• Approved Ordinance O2023-05.A regarding C-1 Light Commercial District and site maintenance (Unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance O2023-05.B regarding outdoor storage and merchandise display (Unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance O2023-05.C regarding Horizontal Mixed-Use Development (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-05.D regarding commercial vehicle parking (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-05.E regarding public notice and hearing procedures (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment 2023-01 via Resolution 2023-06.A (Unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment for 1703 Old Dean Forest Road from MH-3 to I-1 (4-1)
• Approved Building Height Variance for Stonecutter Pooler Multifamily Owner, LLC (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning commission will consider three amendments to the City of Pooler Code of Ordinances regarding public notice, mixed-use development, and outdoor storage. The body will also review a building height variance and the posting of performance bonds for two subdivisions.

• Amendment to public notice and public hearing procedures
• Addition of Horizontal Mixed-Use Development to zoning definitions
• Amendment regarding outdoor storage and display of merchandise
• Building height variance for Stonecutter Pooler Multifamily Owner, LLC
• Performance and maintenance bonds for Harmony Phase 7 and Forest Lakes Phase 10

The commission recommended approval for three zoning text amendments and a building height variance for a multifamily project. It also recommended approval of final plats and accepted performance bonds for two residential subdivisions.

• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment for public notice and hearing procedures
• Recommended approval of text amendment adding Horizontal Mixed-Use Development
• Recommended approval of text amendment regarding outdoor storage and display of goods
• Recommended approval of building height variance to 60' for Stonecutter Pooler Multifamily, LLC
• Recommended approval of final plat and accepted $2,159,783.90 bond for Harmony, Phase 7
• Recommended approval of final plat and accepted $209,255.75 warranty and $56,438.00 sidewalk bonds for Forest Lakes, Phase 10
• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a zoning ordinance amendment regarding light commercial districts and site maintenance. The body will also review a budget amendment and appoint directors to the City of Pooler Development Authority.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Request for 134 Raymond Road
• Ordinance O2023-05.A to amend C-1 Light Commercial District and site maintenance provisions
• Resolution R2023-05.A for appointment of Directors to the City of Pooler Development Authority
• Resolution R2023-05.B for Budget Amendment 2022-02 Year-End

Council approved a year-end budget amendment and the appointment of directors to the City of Pooler Development Authority. A zoning ordinance regarding the maintenance of developed sites received its first reading. A zoning map amendment for 1703 Old Dean Forest Road was postponed.

• Approved Resolution R2023-05.B Budget Amendment 2022-02 Year-End (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-05.A Appointment of Directors to the City of Pooler Development Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-05.A regarding perpetual maintenance of developed sites (Unanimous)
• Postponed action on Zoning Map Amendment for 1703 Old Dean Forest Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (Unanimous)
• Conditional Use Request for 134 Raymond Road withdrawn; no action taken

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning body will consider an amendment to the City of Pooler Code of Ordinances regarding perpetual maintenance of developed sites. The meeting also includes a conditional use request for 134 Raymond Road.

• Amendment to Code of Ordinances regarding C-1 Light Commercial District and Engineering Policy for site maintenance
• Conditional Use request for 134 Raymond Road

The commission recommended approval of a zoning text amendment regarding site maintenance and street access. They also recommended approval for a conditional use request to allow an embroidery business at 134 Raymond Road.

• Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment for C-1 district, street access, and site maintenance
• Recommended approval of conditional use for Screen & Stitch, LLC at 134 Raymond Road

Public Event

The city is holding a public workshop featuring a presentation by TSW regarding the Main Street Master Plan. The event includes a question and answer session for attendees.

• TSW presentation on Main Street Master Plan

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning map amendments and a conditional use request. The body will also review subdivision plans and award a paving projects contract for FY2023.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 1703 Old Dean Forest Road from MH-3 to I-1
• Zoning Map Amendment for portion of 836 U.S. Highway 80 West to Main Street Overlay District
• Conditional Use Request for a learning center at 836 U.S. Highway 80 West
• Award of FY2023 Paving Projects Contract
• Ordinance O2023-04.B regarding public notice and hearing procedures (Second Reading)

City Council awarded a paving contract to Reeves Construction and approved a conditional use request for a learning center. The council denied a zoning map amendment for a portion of 836 U.S. Highway 80 West and approved several maintenance and performance bond releases.

• Awarded FY2023 Paving Projects Contract to Reeves Construction for $1,694,233.63 (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Request for learning center at 836 U.S. Highway 80 West with 60' buffer stipulation (5-1)
• Denied Zoning Map Amendment for portion of 836 U.S. Highway 80 West from R1-A to Main Street Overlay District (4-3)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment for 1703 Old Dean Forest Road from MH-3 to I-1 (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O2023-04.B regarding public notice and hearing procedures (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Construction Plan for Cross Creek, Phase 2 Revision and Major Subdivision Review for Outpost Bay (Unanimous)
• Released maintenance bonds for Westbrook Glen Phase 1 ($127,589.75), Westbrook Green Phase 1 ($83,048.00), and Ellis Park Phases 1 & 2 ($467,290.68) (Unanimous)
• Postponed Resolution R2023-05.A regarding Appointment of Directors to the City of Pooler Development Authority (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning body will consider two zoning map amendments and a conditional use request. The meeting also includes a review of a major subdivision.

• Zoning Map Amendment of 1703 Old Dean Forest Road from MH-3 to I-1
• Zoning Map Amendment of a portion of 836 U.S. Highway 80 West from R1-A to Main Street Overlay District
• Conditional Use request to construct a Learning Center at 836 U.S. Highway 80 West
• Major Subdivision review for Outpost Bay

The commission recommended approval for a new residential subdivision and a zoning change for a truck terminal. It recommended approval of a learning center conditional use but denied a request to apply the Main Street Overlay District to that same property.

• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for 1703 Old Dean Forest Road from MH-3 to I-1
• Recommended denial of zoning map amendment to apply Main Street Overlay District to portion of 836 U.S. Highway 80 West
• Recommended approval of conditional use for a Learning Center at 836 U.S. Highway 80 West (contingent on 60' buffer from residential properties)
• Recommended approval of Outpost Bay major subdivision for 94 single family lots (contingent on GAEPD approval forms)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for a hardware store. The body will also review two zoning ordinances and a site plan for a coffee shop.

• Conditional Use Request for a hardware store at 1256, 1270, 1272, and 1276 US Highway 80 West
• Site Plan for 7 Brew Coffee Shop at 502 Pooler Parkway
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application for Taqueria Los Compas at 115 Canal Street, Suite 601
• Ordinance O2023-04.A and O2023-04.B regarding zoning and public notice requirements
• Georgia Power Company Utility Easement Request at 1090 South Rogers Street

City Council approved a conditional use request for a hardware store on US Highway 80 West and passed two zoning ordinances. The council also approved a site plan for a coffee shop and a $2.49M performance bond for a residential phase.

• Approved Conditional Use Request for hardware store at 1256, 1270, 1272, and 1276 US Highway 80 West (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O2023-04.A regarding Zoning Schedule of Development Regulations (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-04.B regarding public notice and hearing procedures (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 7 Brew Coffee Shop at 502 Pooler Parkway with stormwater and attorney stipulations (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,495,294.73 performance bond and final plat for 360 Communities at Clear Lake, Phase 1A (Unanimous)
• Approved Georgia Power Company utility easement at 1090 South Rogers Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Partial Settlement Agreement for ongoing litigation (Unanimous)
• Approved End of Employment Agreement with a former employee (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning commission will hold public hearings on zoning code amendments and a conditional use request. The body will also review site plans and subdivision plats for new developments.

• Amendment to City of Pooler Code of Ordinances regarding public notice and hearing procedures
• Conditional Use request for a hardware store at 1256, 1270, 1272 and 1276 U.S. Highway 80 West
• Site Plan for 7 Brew Coffee Shop at 502 Pooler Parkway
• Minor Subdivision of Lot 4 at Clear Lake Reserve
• Final Plat and Subdivision Performance Bond for 360 Communities at Clear Lake, Phase 1A

The commission recommended approval for a hardware store and garden center on U.S. Highway 80 W and a 7 Brew Coffee Shop on Pooler Parkway. They also recommended approval for a text amendment regarding public notice and hearing procedures. Two subdivision plats at Clear Lake Reserve were recommended for approval.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of text amendment to Zoning and Planning ordinances (Passed without opposition)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for hardware store at 1256, 1270, 1272 and 1276 U.S. Highway 80 W (Passed without opposition)
• Recommended approval of site/landscape plan for 7 Brew Coffee Shop at 502 Pooler Parkway (Passed without opposition)
• Recommended approval of minor subdivision plat for Lot 4 at Clear Lake Reserve (Passed without opposition)
• Recommended approval of performance bond and final plat for 360 Communities at Clear Lake, Phase 1A (Passed without opposition)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will hold public hearings regarding zoning regulation amendments and a conditional use request for a hardware store. The body will also consider a resolution to increase water meter fees.

• Ordinance O2023-04.A to amend Appendix A – Zoning, Article III – General Provisions
• Resolution R2023-04.A regarding water meter fee increases
• Conditional Use Request for a hardware store at 1256, 1270, 1272, and 1276 US Highway 80 West
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application for Dave & Buster's of Georgia, Inc. at 200 Tanger Outlet Boulevard
• Professional services proposal for South Rogers Street Lift Station Upgrade with Hussey Gay Bell

City Council approved an amendment to the Schedule of Fees to increase water meter costs. The council also authorized a lift station upgrade and a drainage change order for the recreation complex tennis courts.

• Approved water meter fee increases via Resolution R2023-04.A (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-04.A to amend zoning development regulations (Unanimous)
• Approved $190,000 professional services proposal for South Rogers Street Lift Station Upgrade with Hussey Gay Bell (Unanimous)
• Approved $78,404.70 change order for tennis court subgrade drainage from Parker Properties (Unanimous)
• Approved Minor Subdivision Plat for Morgan Lakes Industrial Park, Phase VI (Unanimous)
• Approved Utility Easement Agreement for 101 Miller Pines Road with Ting Liang (Unanimous)
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for Dave & Buster's of Georgia, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Tabled conditional use request for hardware store at 1256-1276 US Highway 80 West

Public Event

The city is hosting a public event to present the Main Street Master Plan. The meeting includes a presentation by TSW and a question-and-answer session.

• TSW presentation on the Main Street Master Plan

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning body will hold public hearings regarding a zoning code amendment and a conditional use request. The meeting also includes a review of a minor subdivision for an industrial park.

• Amendment to City of Pooler Code of Ordinances, Appendix A - Zoning, Article III, Section 6
• Conditional Use request for a hardware store at 1256, 1270, 1272, and 1276 U.S. Highway 80 West
• Minor Subdivision for Morgan Lakes Industrial Park, Phase VI

The commission recommended approval for a text amendment to revise setback requirements for corner and through lots. They also recommended approval of a minor subdivision plat for Morgan Lakes Industrial Park, Phase VI. A conditional use request for a hardware store was tabled.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of text amendment to revise setbacks for corner and through lots
• Tabled conditional use request for hardware store at 1256, 1270, 1272 and 1276 U.S. Highway 80 W
• Recommended approval of minor subdivision plat for Morgan Lakes Industrial Park, Phase VI

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will meet to discuss new business including site plans and contract amendments. The body will also review several special event permit applications and a disciplinary hearing for a business owner.

• Site plan for Element Hotel at 100 Davol Street
• Disciplinary hearing for owner of Savannah Chocolate Bar at 1 N Godley Station Boulevard, Suite B-100
• Change Order #1 from Parker Properties for Pooler Recreation Complex Tennis Courts
• Amendment #1 to 2023 Roadside Mowing and General Maintenance Contract with The McGraley Company, LLC
• Acceptance of Maintenance and Sidewalk Performance Bond for Clear Lake Reserve Phase 2

City Council approved the site plan for the Element Hotel at 100 Davol Street with specific stormwater and traffic signal conditions. The council also accepted performance bonds for Clear Lake Reserve Phase 2 and approved several maintenance contracts and grant agreements.

• Approved Element Hotel site plan at 100 Davol Street with stormwater conditions and traffic signal payment up to $175,000 (Unanimous)
• Accepted Clear Lake Reserve Phase 2 Maintenance Bond ($214,306.76) and Sidewalk Performance Bond ($55,972.50) (Unanimous)
• Approved Pooler Recreation Complex Tennis Courts Change Order #1 from Parker Properties via SPLOST funds (Unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #1 to 2023 Roadside Mowing and General Maintenance Contract with The McGraley Company, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 As-Is Surplus Property List (Unanimous)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2023 Community Project Funding Grant Agreements B-23-CP-GA-0458, 0459, 0460, 0461 (Unanimous)
• Placed Savannah Chocolate Bar owner Maurice Gilliard on probation pending payment of delinquent amounts by March 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including special event permits for Cavallo Equestrian Arts, Chamber of Commerce, Robert Carpenter, and The 200 Club of the Coastal Empire (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning body will meet to review the site and landscape plans for a specific development. The meeting is scheduled for March 13, 2023, at Pooler City Hall.

• Site Plan/Landscape Plan review for Element Hotel at 100 Davol Street

The commission recommended approval of the site and landscape plan for a 131-room hotel at 100 Davol Street. Approval is contingent upon the completion of a stormwater detention pond permitted under the Hyatt House Hotel development.

• Approved March 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of Element Hotel site/landscape plan at 100 Davol Street (contingent on stormwater pond completion)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will hold public hearings regarding building and pavement variances and a conditional use request. The body will also review site plans for two commercial projects and a lighting proposal for the recreation complex.

• Pavement setback variance for 115 Towne Center Boulevard
• Building height variance for a proposed hotel at 115 Towne Center Drive
• Conditional use request for a trailer parking yard on Jimmy DeLoach Parkway
• Site plans for Savannah Quarters Office on Holmes Court and Pittman Subaru on Kita Avenue
• Musco Lighting proposal for Pooler Recreation Complex tennis and pickleball lighting

City Council approved a lighting system for the Pooler Recreation Complex and a second reading of an ordinance regarding meeting times. The council also granted several zoning variances and approved site plans for commercial developments.

• Approved Proposal for Pooler Recreation Complex Tennis and Pickleball Lighting System from Musco Lighting, not to exceed $312,818.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O2023-02.A - Council Meeting Time (5-1)
• Approved Pavement Setback Variance for 115 Towne Center Boulevard (Unanimous)
• Approved Building Height Variance of 2.7" for Proposed Hotel at 115 Towne Center Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Request for Proposed Trailer Parking Yard on Jimmy DeLoach Parkway (Unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Savannah Quarters Office on Holmes Court with stipulations (Unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Pittman Subaru on Kita Avenue with stipulations, including $14,025.00 Tree Fund payment (Unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting and executive session minutes (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning board will hold public hearings regarding variances and conditional use requests. The body will also review site and landscape plans for two commercial projects.

• Pavement setback variance for 115 Towne Center Drive
• Building height variance for a proposed hotel at 115 Towne Center Drive
• Conditional use request for a trailer parking yard on Jimmy DeLoach Blvd.
• Site/Landscape plan review for Savannah Quarters Office on Holmes Ct.
• Site/Landscape plan review for Pittman Subaru on Kita Ave. (Clear Lake Reserve)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will hold public hearings to decide on two conditional use requests for businesses on Old Louisville Road and Pipemakers Circle. The body will also consider a first reading of an ordinance regarding council meeting times.

• Conditional Use Request for miscellaneous manufacturing at 5212 Old Louisville Road
• Conditional Use Request for HVAC business at 110 Pipemakers Circle, Suite 101
• Ordinance O2023-02.A regarding Council Meeting Time
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application for The British Pie Company at 1215 US Highway 80 East
• Site Plan for Nine Squares at 1541 Pooler Parkway

The City Council unanimously approved conditional use requests for a manufacturing business and an HVAC business. The council also approved a site plan for Nine Squares and accepted a maintenance bond for a road access project.

• Approved Consent Agenda including alcoholic beverage license for The British Pie Company and three special event permits (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2023-02.A regarding Council Meeting Time (Unanimous)
• Accepted Proclamation for Georgia State Arbor Day 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Nine Squares at 1541 Pooler Parkway with stipulations on future use and landscaping (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Request for miscellaneous manufacturing at 5212 Old Louisville Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Request for HVAC business at 110 Pipemakers Circle, Suite 101 (Unanimous)
• Approved $28,443.00 Maintenance Bond for Memorial Boulevard East Access Road subject to City Attorney approval (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning board will hold public hearings for two business operations. The board is considering requests for a HVAC business and a manufacturing business.

• Conditional Use request for HVAC business at 110 Pipemakers Circle, Suite 101
• Conditional Use request for miscellaneous manufacturing business at 5212 Old Louisville Road

The commission recommended approval for two businesses seeking conditional use permits. One request was for an HVAC business and the other for a manufacturing facility producing infant formula.

• Approved January 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of conditional use for HVAC business at 110 Pipemakers Circle, Ste. 101
• Recommended approval of conditional use for miscellaneous manufacturing at 5212 Old Louisville Road

City Council Orientation/Retreat

The City Council is meeting for a planning retreat to receive reports from city departments and undergo training. The session includes an open forum for staff, the Mayor, and Council members to discuss topics.

• Capital Project Report
• Finance Department Report
• Planning & Zoning Report
• Police Department Report
• Fire Department Report

The City Council conducted a planning retreat featuring reports from engineering, finance, planning and zoning, police, and fire departments. The session included training on election year guidelines and discussions on meeting times and regional economic development. No substantive legislative decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use request and a zoning map amendment. The body will also review site plans for several hotel and commercial projects and consider an amendment to the 2023 Schedule of Fees.

• Conditional Use Request for Industrial & Equipment Sales at 55 Coleman Boulevard
• Zoning Map Amendment for 2.55 Acres at Old Central Road from R1-A to I-1
• Building Height Variance for Towne Place Suites on Half Moon Way
• Resolution R2023-02.A regarding the 2023 Schedule of Fees
• Sale of 2015 Ford 550 Crime Scene/Command Truck to Jones County

City Council approved site plans for My Place Hotel and Tanger Outlets Outparcel 2, as well as a conditional use request for industrial sales. The council denied a zoning map amendment on Old Central Road and a building height variance for Towne Place Suites. A performance bond for Harmony Townhomes was approved with stipulations.

• Approved Site Plan for My Place Hotel at 14 Mill Creek Circle with stormwater stipulations (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Request for Industrial & Equipment Sales at 55 Coleman Boulevard (Unanimous)
• Denied Zoning Map Amendment for 2.55 Acres at Old Central Road from R1-A to I-1 (Unanimous)
• Denied Building Height Variance for Towne Place Suites on Half Moon Way (Unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan for Outparcel 2, Tanger Outlets (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,271,716.25 Performance Bond and Final Plat for Harmony Townhomes with stipulations (Unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2015 Ford 550 Crime Scene/Command Truck to Jones County subject to attorney review (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-02.A to amend the 2023 Schedule of Fees (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning board will hold public hearings on land use and zoning changes. The body will also review site and landscape plans for commercial developments and a performance bond for a townhome project.

• Conditional Use request for Industrial & Equipment sales at 55 Coleman Blvd.
• Zoning Map Amendment for 2.55 acres off Old Central Road from R1-A to I-1
• Building Height Variance for Towne Place Suites on Half Moon Way
• Site Plan/Landscape Plan review for Outparcel 2, Tanger Outlets
• Performance Bond/Final Plat review for Harmony Townhomes

The commission recommended approval for a conditional use at 55 Coleman Blvd and a site plan for Tanger Outlets. They recommended denial for a zoning map amendment on Old Central Road and denied a building height variance for Towne Place Suites.

• Recommended approval of conditional use for Industrial & Equipment sales at 55 Coleman Blvd
• Recommended denial of zoning map amendment from R1-A to I-1 for 2.55 acres off Old Central Road
• Denied building height variance for Towne Place Suites on Half Moon Way (3-2)
• Recommended approval of site plan/landscape plan for Outparcel 2, Tanger Outlets
• Recommended approval of site plan/landscape for Towne Place Pooler Hotel with traffic and height contingencies
• Recommended approval of performance bond and final plat for Harmony Townhomes
• Approved January 9, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning conditions for the Clyde E. Daniels Tract and conditional use requests for an assisted living facility and a cabinet manufacturing business. The body will also review several site plans for commercial developments and approve municipal court contracts.

• Conditional Use Request for assisted living facility in Clear Lake Reserve
• Conditional Use Request for cabinet manufacturing at 1018 West Highway 80, Suite 300
• Site plans for Dave & Busters on Tanger Outlets Boulevard and My Place Hotel at 14 Mill Creek Circle
• Zoning Map Amendment for 100 Commerce Court from C-P to C-2
• Contracts for Municipal Court Solicitor (Ty Wilson) and Public Defender (Lauren Tignor)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning body will hold public hearings on zoning amendments and a conditional use request. The meeting also includes site and landscape plan reviews for several commercial and residential projects.

• Zoning condition amendments for 12 outparcels of the Clyde E. Daniels Tract
• Conditional Use request for an Assisted Living Facility in Clear Lake Reserve
• Amendment to the Wynn-Capallo PUD Master Plan & Development Standards
• Site plan review for Dave & Busters on Tanger Outlets Blvd.
• Site plan review for Walk On’s Restaurant & Vet Center on Half Moon Way

The commission recommended approval for several commercial developments, including a hotel, a Dave & Busters restaurant, and a car wash. The board also recommended approving a conditional use request for an assisted living facility and amending zoning conditions for the Clyde E. Daniels Tract.

• Recommended approval to amend zoning conditions for 12 outparcels in Clyde E. Daniels Tract
• Recommended approval of conditional use for assisted living facility in Clear Lake Reserve
• Recommended approval of Wynn-Capallo PUD Master Plan amendment for trailer parking yards
• Recommended approval of Nordic Way Trailer Storage Yard site plan contingent on $1,950 tree fund payment
• Recommended approval of 1707 Old Dean Forest Road trailer parking site plan
• Recommended approval of Harmony Subdivision Amenity Center site plan contingent on Stormwater Maintenance Agreement
• Recommended approval of My Place Hotel site plan contingent on Stormwater Maintenance Agreement
• Recommended approval of Dave & Busters, Nine Squares, Walk On’s & Vet Center, and Highway 80 Car Wash site plans