Pooler public meetings in 2024

City Council Special Called Meeting

The City Council will hold a second reading and public hearing regarding the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The council will take action on Ordinance O2024-12.B.

• Ordinance O2024-12.B: Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

The Pooler City Council held a special called meeting on December 30, 2024, and approved Resolution R2024-12.B for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget on second reading. The public hearing was opened and closed without comment. The motion passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote.

• Approved Resolution R2024-12.B – Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Approval (6-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and a zoning map amendment for 500 Seabrook Parkway. The body will also review several infrastructure contracts and ordinances regarding commercial parking and the Municipal Court Judge's term of office.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Approval (Public Hearing)
• Zoning Map Amendment for 500 Seabrook Parkway (Public Hearing)
• Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion change order not to exceed $154,980.00
• Pine Barren Road Corridor Study services not to exceed $76,500.00
• GIRMA Georgia First Responders PTSD Program enrollment not to exceed $6,532.00

The Pooler City Council approved the first reading of the FY2025 budget, along with several contracts and bonds, all by 6-0 votes. The council also postponed a zoning map amendment for 500 Seabrook Parkway to January 6, 2025, and tabled then postponed a bond release for Telfair Park. Several items were withdrawn by petitioners, including a special event permit and a zoning amendment for 1511 Quacco Road.

• Approved first reading of FY2025 budget resolution (6-0)
• Approved commercial parking ordinance O2024-09.B (6-0)
• Approved municipal court judge term ordinance O2024-12.A (6-0)
• Approved GIRMA PTSD program enrollment up to $6,532 (6-0)
• Postponed zoning map amendment for 500 Seabrook Parkway to Jan 6, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Stoneweg Multifamily at 800 High Avenue with condition (6-0)
• Approved final plat and performance bond for Harmony Phase 8A at $3,448,621.50 (6-0)
• Approved contract for Lift Station 21 and 22 upgrades up to $1,861,170 (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several new business items, including site‑plan approvals, a text amendment to the parking ordinance, and maintenance bond acceptances. The most consequential item is a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning map amendment to add fueling stations and electric‑vehicle charging stations as a permitted use at 500 Seabrook Parkway. The commission will vote on each item after staff recommendations.

• PUD zoning map amendment for 500 Seabrook Parkway to add fueling and electric‑vehicle charging stations as a permitted use
• Zoning map amendment for 1511 Quacco Road from R‑A to C‑2 district
• Site‑plan approval for Stoneweg MultiFamily at 800 High Avenue
• Acceptance of Maintenance Bond for I‑16 West Phase 2B – southeast corner of I‑16 and Pooler Parkway
• Site‑plan approval for Vaden Chevrolet at 300 Outlet Parkway

City Council Workshop

The Pooler City Council workshop will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Council members will also examine the upcoming meeting agenda. An open dialogue segment will allow council members to discuss other matters.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget discussion
• Council Meeting Agenda Review
• Open Dialogue (Council)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will consider several items, including a public hearing and action on a zoning map amendment that would change the use of 2000 Benton Grove Drive from C-2 Memory Care to C-2 Hotel. The council will also hold a public hearing and take action on a commercial parking requirements ordinance and consider a fence requirements amendment. Additional agenda items include two alcoholic beverage license applications, two special event permits, and a site plan for Vaden Chevrolet.

• Zoning map amendment for 2000 Benton Grove Drive: change from C-2 Memory Care to C-2 Hotel (public hearing, action)
• Ordinance O2024-09.B – Commercial Parking Requirements amendment (first reading, public hearing, action)
• Ordinance O2024-07.D – Fence Requirements amendment (second reading)
• Alcoholic beverage license applications for 92 Chicken Pooler, LLC (1 North Godley Station Blvd, Suite 101-A) and Etang Asian Bistro (110 Towne Center Drive, Suite 300)
• Special event permits (no alcohol) for Sam’s Club Holiday Tour (Dec 11) and USDA Frozen Meat Sale at Advance Auto (Dec 21‑22)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Pooler Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of a site plan for a trailer yard and transportation facility at 405 Morgan Lakes Industrial Blvd. The commission also recommended approval of a performance bond and final plat for Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase 11 on Champlain Drive, and the release and acceptance of maintenance and sidewalk performance bonds for Harmony Subdivision Phase 8B on Jazz Drive. In addition, the commission approved a text amendment to the City of Pooler Code of Ordinances Appendix A concerning fence requirements.

• Site plan approval for 405 Morgan Lakes Industrial Blvd – trailer yard and transportation facility
• Posting performance bond and final plat for Forest Lakes Subdivision Phase 11/Champlain Drive
• Release of performance bond and acceptance of maintenance and sidewalk bonds for Harmony Subdivision Phase 8B/Jazz Drive
• Text amendment to City of Pooler Code of Ordinances Appendix A – fence requirements

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss proposed changes to the traffic and vehicles ordinance regarding commercial parking requirements. The body will also review the upcoming council meeting agenda.

• Discussion of Ordinance O2024-09.B regarding residential neighborhood and subdivision restrictions for commercial vehicle parking

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on a fence permitting ordinance and a zoning change for 2000 Benton Grove Drive. The body will also review site plans and professional service agreements.

• Ordinance O2024-07.D regarding fence permitting and construction standards
• Zoning Map Amendment for 2000 Benton Grove Drive from C-2 Memory Care Use to C-2 Hotel Use
• Zoning Map Amendment for 500 Seabrook Parkway, Morgan Family Tract PUD
• Short-term rental data aggregation agreement with Granicus not to exceed $9,156.00 annually
• Utility Relocation Design services amendment with Kimley-Horn not to exceed $28,450.00

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the October 15 meeting and then considered four new business items. Commissioners recommended and passed motions to approve a zoning map amendment for parcels 455, 459, 463, 467 and 471 Pine Barren Road, changing them from M-H-2-B to R-1-A with conditions for a traffic study, a recombination plat, and all‑weather access on Harmon Road. The commission also approved site plans for 313 W. Collins Street, 200 Tanger Outlets Blvd (Planet Fitness) with a post‑holiday construction start condition, and 405 Morgan Lakes Industrial Blvd (trailer yard). All motions passed without opposition.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 455‑471 Pine Barren Road parcels from M‑H‑2‑B to R‑1‑A, with traffic‑study, recombination plat, and all‑weather access conditions
• Site Plan approval for 313 W. Collins Street improvements
• Site Plan approval for 200 Tanger Outlets Blvd – Planet Fitness, construction to begin after the Holiday Season
• Site Plan approval for 405 Morgan Lakes Industrial Blvd – Trailer Yard
• Text amendment to Fence Requirements in the City Code

City Council Workshop

The City Council will discuss Ordinance O2024-03.A, which adds Article VIII on short‑term rentals to Chapter 26 and includes a table of allowed uses by zoning district. They will also consider Ordinance O2024-7D, which updates fence standards in Chapter 22. The meeting includes a review of the council agenda and an open dialogue session.

• Ordinance O2024-03.A – adds short‑term rental requirements to Chapter 26
• Ordinance O2024-7D – updates fence permitting and construction standards in Chapter 22
• Council meeting agenda review
• Open dialogue (Council)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will consider a zoning map amendment that changes the classification of 455, 459, 463, 467, and 471 Pine Barren Road from M-H-2-B to R-1-A. The council will also review several alcoholic beverage license applications for hotels and a restaurant, and discuss ordinance amendments related to single‑family build‑for‑rent communities and erosion control. Additional items include a resolution appointing directors to the Pooler Development Authority and site plan reviews for a Planet Fitness location and a property on West Collins Street.

• Zoning map amendment for 455, 459, 463, 467, and 471 Pine Barren Road (public hearing, action)
• Alcoholic beverage license applications for TMGOC Savannah, LLC (Aloft Savannah Airport), Peregrine Savannah 860 Management, LLC (Home2Suites by Hilton Savannah Airport), and Carlito’s, LLC (restaurant at 1014 US Highway 80 East)
• Ordinance O2024-09.C amendment for single‑family build‑for‑rent community provisions (second reading)
• Ordinance O2024-07.C amendment for soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements (second reading)
• Resolution R2024-10.B appointing directors to the Pooler Development Authority

Development Authority Meeting

The Pooler Development Authority will meet to discuss a grant program for Main Street façade improvements. The body will also review a finance report and elect officers.

• Main Street Façade Improvement Grant Program
• Election of Officers
• Finance Report

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Pooler Planning & Zoning Commission considered a range of land‑use actions, including a map amendment for five parcels on Pine Barren Road, a denied amendment for 2000 Benton Grove Drive, and a approved setback change for the Clear Lake Reserve Planned District. The commission also approved a conditional use for a cottage‑food kitchen at 1115 Plantation Drive, and adopted two ordinance text amendments covering soil erosion control and build‑for‑rent communities.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 455, 459, 463, 467 and 471 Pine Barren Road from M‑H‑2‑B to R‑1‑A (pending decision)
• Zoning Map Amendment for 2000 Benton Grove Drive from C‑2 Memory Care to C‑2 Hotel (motion to deny passed)
• Zoning Map Amendment to revise Clear Lake Reserve “P” Planned District Overlay setback standards (motion to approve passed)
• Text Amendment to the City of Pooler Code of Ordinances for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control (approved)
• Text Amendment to the City of Pooler Code of Ordinances Appendix A for Build‑For‑Rent Communities (approved)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments regarding single-family build-for-rent communities and specific property use changes. The body will also review erosion control requirements for residential construction and a drainage improvement agreement for Kelly Street.

• Ordinance O2024-09.C: Provisions for Single Family Build-for-Rent Communities
• Zoning Map Amendment for 2000 Benton Grove Drive from C-2 Memory Care Use to C-2 Hotel Use
• Zoning Map Amendment for Clear Lake Reserve “P” Planned District Overlay setbacks off East Marketplace Way
• Conditional Use Request for a Home Occupation at 1115 Plantation Drive
• Agreement with Coleman Company, Inc. for Kelly Street Drainage Improvement Professional Services

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several zoning map and text amendments, including a request to change a property's use from memory care to a hotel. The body will also review site plans and performance bonds for the Clear Lake Reserve development.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 2000 Benton Grove Drive from C-2 Memory Care Use to C-2 Hotel Use
• Conditional Use Request for a cottage kitchen home occupation at 1115 Plantation Drive
• Final Plat and performance bonds for Clear Lake Reserve Phase 3 (Options 1 and 2)
• Site Plan approval for 313 W Collins Street site improvements
• Text Amendments to City Code regarding Soil Erosion and Sediment Control and Build-For-Rent Communities

City Council Workshop

The Pooler City Council workshop will discuss a zoning map amendment for the Jabot Planned Unit Development. It will also review Ordinance O2024-09.C, which amends several zoning definitions, allowed uses, design standards, and performance bond requirements for single‑family build‑to‑rent communities. The agenda includes a review of the upcoming council meeting agenda and an open dialogue session.

• Zoning Map Amendment for Jabot PUD
• Ordinance O2024-09.C amendment to zoning definitions, allowed uses, design standards, and performance bond for single‑family build‑to‑rent communities
• Council Meeting Agenda Review
• Open Dialogue (Council)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will consider routine consent agenda items, several special event permit applications, and two ordinance amendments. It will hold a public hearing on the zoning public‑hearing requirements amendment and a second reading on the outdoor burning amendment. New business includes a site plan for Palmetto Cay Multi‑Family, a final plat for The Farm at Morgan Lakes Phase 2, and the award of a trenchless sewer rehabilitation contract.

• Alcoholic beverage license applications for Stoner's Pizza Joint (201 Tanger Outlets Blvd, Suite 620) and Liquor Empire (1014 US Highway 80, #200)
• Special event permit applications for J.C. Lewis Family/Kids Day, Pooler Bible Church Trunk or Treat, Taste of Pooler (temporary alcohol), Tanger Outlets Day of the Dead, Home Depot Christmas Tree Event, Poppell Farms Christmas Tree Sale, and Swim Spas & Hot Tub Blowout Sale
• Ordinance O2024-09.A – amendment to outdoor burning regulations (second reading)
• Ordinance O2024-07.A – amendment to zoning public hearing requirements (first reading, public hearing scheduled)
• Award of trenchless sewer rehabilitation contract

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a site plan for a multi-family development and final plat approvals for a residential phase. Staff recommends approval for both items.

• Site plan for Palmetto Cay Multi-Family: 148 units at 100 Bourquin Avenue
• Final Plat approval for The Farm at Morgan Lakes, Phase 2
• Acceptance of Warranty Letter of Credit for water and sewer at The Farm at Morgan Lakes, Phase 2
• Posting of Sidewalk Performance Letter of Credit for The Farm at Morgan Lakes, Phase 2

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss a moratorium on short-term rentals and a fire prevention ordinance regarding outdoor burning. The body is also reviewing several final plats for residential developments and wastewater infrastructure contracts.

• Resolution R2024-09.A: Moratorium on Short-Term Rentals
• Ordinance O2024-09.A: Amendment to outdoor burning regulations
• Alcoholic Beverage License application for Geurrero Mexican Restaurant at 1109 East Highway 80
• Final plats for Cross Creek Phase 2, 360 Communities at Clear Lake Reserve Phase 2, and Canal Towns at Savannah Quarters Phase 1
• Contract award for Lift Stations 21 & 22 Upgrade

The Pooler City Council approved a $3,179,513 trenchless sewer rehabilitation contract with Southeast Pipe, and approved the Palmetto Cay multi-family site plan at 100 Bourquin Avenue on a 4-1 vote. The council also approved two ordinances, ratified two storm debris agreements, and approved all consent agenda items and special event permits.

• Awarded $3,179,513 trenchless sewer rehabilitation contract to Southeast Pipe (5-0)
• Approved Palmetto Cay multi-family site plan at 100 Bourquin Avenue (4-1, Carpenter dissenting)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O2024-09.A amending outdoor burning regulations (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance O2024-07.A amending zoning public hearing requirements (5-0)
• Ratified Mutual Benefit and Use Agreement with AshBritt, LLC (5-0)
• Ratified Second Amendment to Thompson Consulting debris monitoring agreement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including two alcohol licenses and meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 7 special event permits including Taste of Pooler and Day of the Dead Festival (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the August 12, 2024 meeting minutes. After review, it voted to recommend approval of a $2,304,925.92 performance bond and the final subdivision plat for the Cross Creek Phase 2 project, a 22‑lot, 10.31‑acre development. The agenda also listed final plat approvals for 360 Communities Clear Lake phases 2 and 3 and Canal Towns at Savannah Quarters Phase 1, but no actions on those items were recorded in the minutes.

• Recommendation to approve a $2,304,925.92 performance bond for Cross Creek Phase 2 (22 single‑family lots on 10.31 acres)
• Approval of the August 12, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission minutes
• Agenda item: Final plat approval for 360 Communities Clear Lake Phase 2 with maintenance, warranty, and sidewalk bonds
• Agenda item: Final plat approval for 360 Communities Clear Lake Phase 3 with similar bonds
• Agenda item: Final plat approval for Canal Towns at Savannah Quarters Phase 1 with curbs, gutters, and sidewalk performance bonds

City Council Orientation/Retreat

The Pooler City Council convened a full‑day retreat on September 3, 2024 at the Westin Savannah. The agenda included team‑building activities, a series of presentations on capital projects and reports from municipal departments, and a review of parliamentary procedure. No formal council actions or votes were scheduled during the retreat.

• Capital Projects presentation by Matt Saxon (9:35–10:35 a.m.)
• MPC Presentation by Melanie Wilson (10:45–11:45 a.m.)
• Parliamentary Procedure Review (3:30–4:00 p.m.)
• Municipal Legal Update (3:30–4:00 p.m.)
• Finance Report (3:30–4:00 p.m.)

The Pooler City Council held a retreat on September 3, 2024, with presentations from engineering firms and department heads. Discussions included a short-term rental moratorium, Ordinance O2024-03.A on short-term rentals, Ordinance O2024-07.A on public hearing requirements, and a draft tuition assistance policy, but no formal action was taken on any item.

• No formal votes or decisions made during retreat
• Discussed short-term rental moratorium (no action)
• Discussed Ordinance O2024-03.A on short-term rentals (no action)
• Discussed Ordinance O2024-07.A on public hearing requirements (no action)
• Reviewed draft tuition assistance policy (no action)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Pooler Planning & Zoning Commission approved a minor subdivision plat for Mosaic Town Center and a site plan for new tennis and pickleball courts at Savannah Quarters Country Club. The body also recommended a text amendment to clarify public hearing procedures.

• Minor Subdivision Plat Approval for Lot 14 – Mosaic Town Center
• Site Plan Approval for Savannah Quarters Tennis & Pickleball Courts
• Text Amendment Related to Public Hearing Procedure Requirements
• Approval of Minutes for July 22, 2024 meeting
• Cross Creek Phase 2 performance bond/final plat posting

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct a first reading of Ordinance O2024-07.A concerning public hearing requirements and a first reading of Ordinance O2024-08.A amending the Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System defined benefit retirement plan. The council will also consider an encroachment and construction agreement with TTRES at POOLER GA, LLC. New business includes a site plan for Savannah Quarters Country Club tennis and pickleball courts, a minor subdivision for Lot 14 in Mosaic Town Center, and the 2024 vehicle surplus list.

• Ordinance O2024-07.A – Public Hearing Requirements (first reading, public hearing)
• Ordinance O2024-08.A – Restated GMEBS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan Amendment 1 (first reading)
• Encroachment and Construction Agreement with TTRES at POOLER GA, LLC
• Site Plan for Savannah Quarters Country Club Tennis & Pickleball Courts
• Minor Subdivision for Lot 14, Mosaic Town Center

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a minor subdivision plat for Lot 14 in the Mosaic Town Center. It will also consider a site plan for the Savannah Quarters tennis and pickleball courts located at 8 Palladian Way. Additionally, the commission will discuss a text amendment to the public hearing procedure requirements.

• Minor subdivision plat approval for Lot 14 – Mosaic Town Center
• Site plan approval for Savannah Quarters tennis & pickleball courts – 8 Palladian Way
• Text amendment to public hearing procedure requirements

City Council Special Called Meeting

The Pooler City Council will conduct a public hearing on a conditional use request for a warehouse, showroom, and office at 1323 East US Highway 80. The council will also consider a variance request affecting parking requirements in the Clear Lake Reserve Phase 1 area. An ordinance to amend fire prevention and protection chapters will receive its second reading. Additional items include routine consent agenda approvals and a proclamation for National Health Center Week.

• Conditional Use Request for a Warehouse, Showroom, and Office at 1323 East US Highway 80 (Public Hearing, Action)
• Variance Request for Parking Requirements at Pooler Crossroads, Lot 5, Clear Lake Reserve Phase 1 (Public Hearing, Action)
• Ordinance O2024-07.B – Amend Chapter 46 Fire Prevention and Protection (Second Reading)
• Release of Performance Bond and Acceptance of Maintenance and Sidewalk Bonds for Clear Lake Phase 1A (Subject to City Attorney Approval)
• Release of Performance Bond and Acceptance of Maintenance and Sidewalk Bonds for Clear Lake Phase 1B (Subject to City Attorney Approval)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use request for warehousing and a parking requirement variance. The body will also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Conditional Use Request for warehousing at 1323 E US Hwy 80
• Variance request for Clear Lake Vista to reduce parking requirements

Public Hearing

The city is conducting a public hearing to discuss the millage rate. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Public hearing regarding the millage rate

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed millage rate and consider two zoning map amendments: one for 1405 Quacco Road and another for the Jabot PUD. Two variance requests were withdrawn by the petitioner. The council will also hold first reading of an ordinance amending fire prevention code sections and consider a special event permit for a children's festival.

• Millage rate public hearing
• Zoning map amendment for 1405 Quacco Road (public hearing, action)
• Zoning map amendment for Jabot PUD (public hearing, action)
• Ordinance O2024-07.B – amend fire prevention code (first reading)
• Special event permit for Jesus the Captain of My Boat Children’s Festival on July 27, 2024

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider rezoning 1405 Quacco Road and several variance requests for buffer and setback requirements. These requests involve hotel, multi-family residential, and commercial developments. The agenda also includes performance bond postings for the Westbrook area.

• Zoning map amendment for 1405 Quacco Road from R-A to R-2A and R-4 districts
• Buffer variance request at Patel Drive and Kusum Way for hotel parking construction
• Buffer variance request on Towne Center Drive for multi-family residential parking
• Setback encroachment variance on St. Josephs Candler Drive for commercial development
• Performance bond and final plat postings for Westbrook area L-1, L-2, and L-3

Public Event

This town hall meeting includes a statement of purpose concerning short-term rentals. The agenda also provides time for public comment and Q&A.

• Statement of purpose regarding short-term rentals

City Council Workshop

The workshop features a discussion regarding the millage rate and a review of council meeting agendas. The agenda also includes an open dialogue period for the Council.

• Millage rate discussion
• Council meeting agenda review

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will consider several alcoholic beverage license applications and a resolution to amend the 2024 schedule of fees. Members will also review bids for the Memorial Park parking lot and discuss site plans for a container yard.

• Alcoholic beverage license applications for Moonlight BP Station, Traders Queen, and Krazy Taco Place
• Resolution R2024-07.A to amend the 2024 Schedule of Fees
• Bids for Memorial Park parking lot (CCI Job #23-071)
• Site plan for AJ Garcia Container Stacking Yard at 6 AJ Garcia Road
• Disciplinary hearings for Naan Appetite and Miya Buffet

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission is considering a zoning map amendment for the Jabot PUD. This proposal includes amending development standards and the Master Plan for the Harmony Subdivision off Memorial Drive.

• Zoning Map Amendment for the Jabot PUD

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several zoning map amendments and site plan applications. This includes rezoning properties on Houston Street and Old Pine Barren Road, as well as a container stacking yard site plan. The council will also consider adopting GDOT procurement policies.

• Zoning amendment for 115 Houston Street from R-1-A to C-1
• Zoning amendment for three properties at 328 Old Pine Barren Road from R-1-A to I-1
• Site plan for AJ Garcia Container Stacking Yard at 6 AJ Garcia Road
• Recombination plat for Circle K at 1080 East Highway 80
• Alcoholic beverage license applications for Family Dollar and One Last Taco

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Pooler Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several zoning map amendments for properties on Pine Barren Road, Houston Street, and Old Pine Barren Road. The agenda also includes a recombination plat for Circle K and site plan approvals.

• Zoning change for Pine Barren Road from MH-1 to I-2
• Zoning change for 115 Houston Street from R-1-A to C-1
• Zoning change for 328 Old Pine Barren Road from R-1-A to I-1
• Recombination plat for Circle K at 1080 E Hwy 80
• Site plan approval for AJ Garcia Container Stacking Yard

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pooler City Council will consider a memorandum of understanding with the Coastal Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CORE MPO) to coordinate regional transportation and land-use planning. The council will also review a development request from Native Development Group for the Westside Commerce Center and process routine consent agenda items including bond releases and permits.

• Memorandum of Understanding with the Coastal Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (CORE MPO)
• Development request from Native Development Group for the Westside Commerce Center
• Alcoholic beverage license application for MKELINV, LLC at 1525 Dean Forest Road, Suite 800
• Release of maintenance and sidewalk bonds for Westbrook Villas, Phase 3B
• Special event permit for a mental health car show on November 16, 2024

City Council Workshop

The City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to implement a five-month moratorium for specific zone types. The body will also review a proposed resolution regarding a City of Civility and the upcoming council meeting agenda.

• Proposed Ordinance O2024-05.A: Five-month moratorium for certain zone types
• Proposed Resolution R2024-05.A: City of Civility

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and take action on zoning map amendments and conditional use requests. The meeting includes discussions on industrial, residential, and commercial developments. Council will also consider a budget amendment and minor site plan approvals.

• Zoning Map Amendment for property on Morgan Lakes Industrial Boulevard from PUD to I-1
• Conditional Use Request for property on Merlot Street for multi-use development, assisted living, and self-storage
• Conditional Use Request for property on Pine Meadow Drive for warehouse and truck storage
• Variance Request for two properties on Holloway Hill to reduce rear setback for new homes
• Resolution R2024-05.B regarding a Budget Amendment

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land-use requests, including a zoning map amendment and conditional use permits. The body will also review site plans and final plats for local subdivisions.

• Zoning Map Amendment for property on Morgan Lakes Industrial Blvd from PUD to 1-1
• Conditional Use Request for a Day Spa at 352 Casey Drive
• Conditional Use Request for Multi-Use Development, Assisted Living, and Self-Storage on Merlot Street
• Conditional Use Request for Warehouse and Truck Storage on Pine Meadow Dr
• Variance request for two properties on Holloway Hill to reduce rear setback for new homes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on several zoning map amendments and conditional use requests. The body will also review a site plan for the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Phase II expansion.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 317 West Collins Street from R-1-A to C-1
• Conditional Use Requests for home occupations at 272 Cattle Run Way and 352 Casey Drive
• Conditional Use Request for a daycare at 112 North Rogers Street
• PUD Amendment for Savannah Quarters Phase 8 and Phase 16
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application for LP Beverage, LLC at 1014 US Highway 80, Suite 100

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zoning text amendment for minor site plan approvals and a map amendment for 317 W Collins St. The body will also review three conditional use requests and one variance request.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 317 W Collins St from R-1-A to C-1
• Conditional Use Request for 272 Cattle Run Way (Home Occupation)
• Conditional Use Request for 352 Casey Dr (Home Occupation)
• Conditional Use Request for 112 N Rogers St (Daycare)
• Variance for setback requirement for stacked container storage at 6 AJ Garcia Rd

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment for 701 Jimmy DeLoach Blvd. The body will also review professional service proposals for water system and canal improvements.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 701 Jimmy DeLoach Blvd
• PUD Amendment #17 for the Jabot PUD
• Water System Model Update proposal from Hussey Gay Bell
• Pipemakers Canal Improvements – Phase II proposal from Coleman Company
• Alcoholic Beverage License applications for Bewon, Drury Plaza Hotel, La Parilla Mexican Restaurant #24, and 92 Chicken

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a proposed ordinance regarding short-term rental requirements. The meeting also includes a review of the Council Meeting agenda and a period for open dialogue.

• Proposed Ordinance O2024-03.A regarding Short-Term Rental Requirements

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss two specific land use amendments. The body will consider changes to zoning conditions and a PUD amendment.

• Map Amendment for 701 Jimmy DeLoach Blvd to amend zoning conditions
• PUD Amendment for the Jabot PUD – Amendment #17

City Council Workshop

The City Council will meet for a workshop to discuss a proposed ordinance regarding minor site plan approvals. The session also includes a review of the Council Meeting agenda and an open dialogue.

• Proposed Ordinance O2024-4.B regarding Minor Site Plan Approvals

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings to decide on a warehouse conditional use request and a PUD amendment. The body will also review subdivision plans and a wastewater treatment plant odor control proposal.

• Ordinance O2024-04.A regarding Utility Location Requirements
• Conditional Use Request for a warehouse at 385 Morgan Lakes Boulevard
• PUD Amendment for Savannah Quarters Phase 8 and Phase 16
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Providence at Pooler
• OMI/Ecosorb proposal for Wastewater Treatment Plant Odor Control three-year supply

City Council Special Called Meeting

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a specific ordinance. The primary item for discussion is the second reading of requirements for short-term rentals.

• Ordinance O2024-03.A – Short-Term Rental Requirements (Second Reading)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss a text amendment for utility locations and a PUD amendment for Savannah Quarters. The body will also review subdivision plans and a conditional use request for a warehouse.

• Conditional Use Request for a warehouse at 385 Morgan Lakes Blvd
• PUD Amendment for Savannah Quarters Ph. 8 and Ph. 16
• Text Amendment for Utility Location requirements
• Revised Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Harmony Ph. 8 (Ph. 8A and 8B)
• Preliminary Subdivision Plans for Providence @ Pooler

Public Event

The town is holding a public meeting to discuss short-term rentals. The session includes a statement of purpose and a period for public comment and questions.

• Discussion regarding short-term rentals

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider new ordinances regarding short-term rental requirements and a moratorium. The meeting also includes discussions on a zoning map amendment and agreements related to the Pooler Parkway/Quacco Road widening project.

• Ordinance O2024-03.A: Short-Term Rental Requirements
• Resolution R2024-03.A: Moratorium on Short-Term Rentals
• Zoning Map Amendment for 224 East US Highway 80
• Supplemental Agreement and Extension for Pooler Parkway/Quacco Road Widening
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application for Poach Egg Café, LLC at 810 Towne Center Boulevard

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a text amendment regarding short-term rentals. The body will also review a map amendment for a property on US Highway 80.

• Text amendment related to short-term rentals
• Map amendment for 224 E US Highway 80 from C-1 to C-2

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a second reading of a zoning text amendment regarding multi-use development provisions. The meeting also includes reviews of several special event permits, alcoholic beverage license applications, and new business site plans.

• Zoning Text Amendment O2024-02.B for Multi-Use Development
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application: Modish Nails & Spa at 111 South Godley Station Boulevard
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application: Sapporo Japanese Restaurant, LLC at 120 Towne Center Boulevard
• Special Event Permit: Coastal Boating Center Boat Show on March 22, 2024
• Site Plan: Warehouse Expansion at 125 Coleman Boulevard

Development Authority Meeting

The Pooler Development Authority is meeting to consider project funding and facade improvements. The body will discuss a loan request for a downtown business and review strategic planning goals.

• Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund request from Phillip Klayman with Three Tree Coffee Roasters
• Main Street Façade Improvement Program
• Main Street Master Plan
• Review of Authority Bylaws
• Finance Report

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The commission will consider a conditional use request for a warehouse located at 385 Morgan Lakes Industrial Blvd. The meeting also includes a review of the site plan for Mana Nutrition at 5212 Old Louisville Rd.

• Conditional Use Request: Warehouse at 385 Morgan Lakes Industrial Blvd
• Site Plan: Mana Nutrition at 5212 Old Louisville Rd

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning map amendments and a text amendment regarding multi-use development. The body will also review several conditional use requests and site plans for properties on Pooler Parkway and Highway 80.

• Zoning Text Amendment for Multi-Use Development (Ordinance O2024-02.B)
• Zoning Map Amendment for property on Clear Lake Way from C-2 to R-3(C)
• Zoning Map Amendment for Warnell Tract at Demott Drive from PUD to I-2
• Conditional Use Requests for 1324 South Rogers St, 125 Coleman Boulevard, and 800 Clear Lake Way
• Amendment to the 2024 Schedule of Fees (Resolution R2024-02.A)

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss several site plans and conditional use requests. The body will consider a map amendment for the Warnell Tract and various business expansions.

• Map Amendment for the Warnell Tract at Demott Dr from PUD to I-2
• Conditional Use Request for a Place of Worship at 1324 S Rogers St
• Conditional Use Request for a Warehouse expansion at 125 Coleman Blvd
• Conditional Use Request for an Auto Body Repair at 800 Clear Lake Way
• Site Plans for Wawa at 1480 Pooler Parkway and TTRES at 2300 Pooler Parkway

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a site plan for 220 Tanger Outlets Blvd and a preliminary subdivision plan for Canal Bank Subdivision. The body is also considering a first reading of an ordinance to change the council meeting start time.

• Site Plan for Tanger Outparcel #4 at 220 Tanger Outlets Blvd
• Preliminary Subdivision Plan for Canal Bank Subdivision
• Ordinance O2024-02.A regarding Council Meeting Start Time
• Pooler Tennis Complex Change Order #1 for Contract C
• Special Event Permits for a Boat Show, Car Show, and St. Patrick’s Day Festival

Planning & Zoning Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a text amendment regarding multi-use development and a zoning map change for property on Clear Lake Way. The body will also review development plans for Canal Bank Road and a site plan for Tanger Outlets.

• Text Amendment to Appendix A, Art. II and III for multi-use development
• Zoning Map Amendment for Clear Lake Way from C-2 to R-3(C)
• Preliminary Development Plans for Canal Bank Road Subdivision
• Site Plan for Tanger Outlets Outparcel #4 at 260 Tanger Outlets Blvd
• Final Plat for 360 Communities Phase 1B and Lift Station performance bond

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review new alcoholic beverage license applications and the release of two construction bonds. The body will also discuss the Pooler Tennis Complex construction and the election of a Mayor Pro Tem.

• Alcoholic Beverage License Application for Ruby Tuesday Operations, LLC at 110 Pooler Parkway
• Alcoholic Beverage License Application for Moonlight BP Station, LLC at 2020 Pooler Parkway
• Release of $108,337.50 sidewalk performance bond for Westbrook Glen, Phase II
• Release of $157,401.00 maintenance bond for Forest Lakes, Phase 9
• Acceptance of $47,104.80 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant

City Council Orientation/Retreat

The City Council is conducting an orientation and retreat featuring departmental reports and training. The session includes updates on finance, public works, and city properties.

• Capital Project Report
• Public Works Report
• Finance Report
• Planning & Development Report
• Tour of City Properties