Connected and Collaborative Community Fabric: Core Value Chapter SynopsisINTRODUCTION • This is about connectivity and the fabric that binds the community together – it is a function of both physical spaces and collaborative platforms and approaches. • The action areas around ‘building a collaborative and connected community fabric’ aim to create the connective tissue that will stimulate collaborative behavior. • This is a fundamental building block of a modern community and helps embed the ideals of an inclusive and shared vision and decision making.ISSUES/ EXISTING CONDITIONS/ CONSTRAINTS • Changing demographics – Aging population, loss of younger population of adults, decline and loss of the Gullah Geechee community • Gated communities impose varying degrees of restriction regarding access, including no public access and ‘pay-to visit’ access creating a ‘community within a community’ phenomena. Societal values change, the gated community concept might not be as appealing to younger generations • Pockets of distrust due to historical inequalities and the ‘community within a community’ phenomena • Gentrification of older neighborhoods • Affordable housing • Employers are facing significant challenges in meeting their employment needs. • Perception of the quality of education and healthcare services to attract new residents and meet the needs of the aging population. • Technology infrastructure limitations • Lack of a centralized location for information about the community happenings and needsConnected and Collaborative Community Work GroupCCCWG_ed4a5b38-8e47-11e9-a62a-eb2c1e1ca46fShea FarrarSubmitterTaylor LaddThis StratML rendition is based upon an E-mail attachment forwarded by Taylor Ladd on January 8, 2020._062b1da4-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea00_062b1ea8-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea00PlanningEnsure the planning process is inclusive, collaborative and ongoing, responsive to changing circumstances and stakeholder priorities._062b1f52-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001Keywords: Planning, Technology. Elements: Community Facilities, Population, Land Use... About this Goal: • Builds alignment and focus within both the community and the planning outcomes • Idea that “community unites around a commitment and plan for progressive change.” • Building trust and transparency in local government and the planning process • Community engagement • Connectivity to external stakeholders: Building this connectivity will be important, as these external stakeholders offer direct access to expertise and resources that might help implement the vision. Plus, in many cases they are potential future residents. • Technology offers the chance to help strengthen the community’s virtual connectivity. The concept of being a technologically ‘fully connected’ community has appeal, and could offer future platforms for collaborating and community organizing.Tools, Applications & ServicesApply tools, applications and services to facilitate sharing information supporting community connections and collaborative efforts._062b1ff2-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.1Technology InfrastructurePlan for technology infrastructure to facilitate best-in-class government services._062b210a-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.1.1Brand & Social MediaMaintain a strong presence on social media and reinforce the Island brand._062b251a-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.1.2Online ToolsEvaluate the development and use of technology like online tools, apps and services to facilitate connectivity, enhance transparency and increase outreach and public involvement._062b25ce-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.1.3See Excellence Tactic 3.6.2Testing & InputSolicit input from stakeholders when testing new tools for communication._062b266e-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.1.4ParticipationEnsure optimal opportunities are provided for citizen and stakeholder participation in the planning and policy development process._062b270e-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.2MeetingsConsider citizen participation when setting meeting times._062b27b8-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.2.1Projects & ProgramsSolicit input and participation from stakeholders in Town projects and programs._062b2858-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.2.2Experts & TaskforcesContinue to engage experts and taskforces where needed to participate in the planning process._062b2902-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.2.3Town BoardsWork towards a balanced composition of Town boards that reflects the diversity of the Island’s population._062b29ac-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.3Town BoardsSee Excellence Tactic 3.6.1Regional PlanningEngage in cooperative planning efforts with officials from Jasper County, LCOG, the Town of Bluffton, Beaufort County and other regional localities/counties._062b2a92-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.4Jasper CountyLCOGTown of BlufftonBeaufort CountyRegional LocalitiesRegional CountiesTrainingIdentify similar areas in the state/region for cross training – look and learn from other places._062b2b50-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea001.5Built EnvironmentPromote designs for the built environment that capitalize on our natural beauty and community strengths, reinforcing our unique sense of place._062b2c54-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002Keywords: Sense of Place, Built Environment, Modes and Nodes, Neighborhoods. Elements: Cultural Resources, Housing, Transportation, Land Use... About this Goal: • The design of individual spaces can promote connectivity and community building among people. • There is also a macro trend towards more intimate community neighborhoods with gathering and commercial centers. This concept is based on community nodes that provide stronger neighborhood feel, coupled with multimodal means of transportation or connectivity between nodes.Public Spaces & StreetscapesSupport the development of public spaces and streetscape designs that encourage community connections._062b2cfe-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.1See Infrastructure Tactic 1.3.1, Inclusive Strategy 8.2Public SpacesSupport vibrant public spaces that provide rich social opportunities_062b2db2-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.1.aMaintenance & AttractivenessSupport well maintained and attractive spaces_062b2e70-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.1.bPedestriansSupport pedestrian scale design_062b2f24-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.1.cPedestriansArtSupport public art_062b2fe2-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.1.dArtistsArt AficionadosTechnologySupport access to technology that accommodates connectivity_062b30a0-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.1.eNeighborhoodsSupport community connectivity in the location and design of neighborhoods_062b315e-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.2NeighborhoodsSee Inclusive Strategy 5.3Nodes & ModesFoster the creation of community nodes with multiple modes of transport connectivity._062b321c-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.2.1Pathways & GatheringsEncourage neighborhood designs that provide gathering spaces and connectivity to the pathway network._062b32da-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.2.2NeighborhoodInterconnectionsEncourage interconnection between developments to promote the establishment of neighborhoods and to provide safe and convenient access to neighborhood level public facilities, such as parks and schools._062b3398-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.2.3See Infrastructure Tactics 1.10.3 and 6.2.1Quality of LifeFind ways to ensure exceptional “quality of life” ideals are considered when reviewing proposed residential developments._062b3456-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.3Residential DevelopersSee Excellence Strategy 3.3RedevelopmentConsider creating incentives for redevelopment with goals of diversity in housing types and cost and types of transportation modes._062b3546-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea002.4Housing DevelopersCollaboration & CelebrationEnable residents and visitors to collaborate around common values and celebrate the realization of shared objectives._062b367c-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea003ResidentsVisitorsKeywords: Events, Organizations, Community, Elements: Cultural Resources, Population, Community Facilities... About this Goal: • Working towards conduits for communication about shared ideals and outcomes. • Seeking to empower community organizations and leverage public events.InvolvementFoster events, organizations and infrastructure that encourage involvement from the Island’s entire population._062b3c62-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea003.1Local OrganizationsSee Inclusive Strategy 3.1Nonprofit OrganizationsSupport data and planning requests to help nonprofit organizations more effectively meet community needs._062b3dd4-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea003.2Nonprofit OrganizationsCommunity InformationEncourage creation of a single source for community information, both online and in print, and participate by providing information on Town programs and events._062b3eb0-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea003.3Community BuildingContinue to identify, support and promote the many different organizations and groups that currently are involved in community building efforts inside and outside the Island’s gated communities._062b3f82-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea003.4Gated CommunitiesLocal OrganizationsLocal GroupsSee Inclusive Strategies 3.2 and 3.6WorkshopsEvaluate the creation of workshops and education series on various topics._062b405e-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea003.5UniversitiesOther CommunitiesConsider partnering with universities or other communities.Quality of LifeEnsure an exceptional quality of life for residents, outstanding experiences for visitors, and economic opportunity for our workforce._062b4130-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004ResidentsKeyword: Quality of Life. Elements: Housing, Community Facilities, Population, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources, Transportation, Economic Development... About this Goal: • There is a need for more variety in housing and more affordable options. • There is greater understanding of how integrated lifestyle solutions and technology can boost healthy aging.CommunityFoster a healthy, self-sustaining community that encourages economic and cultural diversity and demographic diversity by understanding the needs and assets of each of the Island’s many different communities._062b4202-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.1CommunitiesADA RequirementsIn support of aging in place efforts, encourage site and building designs that provide high quality experiences associated with ADA requirements, rather than just meeting the minimum standards._062b42e8-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.2People with DisabilitiesProperty OwnersConsider a policy that requires the retrofitting of nonconforming sites. See Excellence Strategy 2.4, Inclusive Strategy 5.2Workforce HousingContinue to implement the recommendations for the Workforce Housing Strategic Plan._062b43c4-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.3WorkforceHousing DevelopersSee Economy Strategy 6.1, Inclusive Strategy 3.3, Infrastructure Strategy 6.1, Regional Goal 2Gullah Geechee HeritageContinue to implement the recommendations from the Gullah Geechee Land and Cultural Preservation Taskforce, and the Gullah Geechee Preservation Project Report._062b44a0-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.4Gullah Geechee Land and Cultural Preservation TaskforceEducationCoordinate with educational institutions in the community, including the Beaufort County School District, to provide high quality educational options, including online self-paced learning, and plan for school, libraries and lifelong learning._062b4590-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.5Educational InstitutionsBeaufort County School DistrictSchoolsLibrariesLifelong LearnersMentorshipSupport organizations that provide educational opportunities and mentorships._062b4676-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.6StudentsMentorsBusinesses & SchoolsFoster the connection of businesses with schools to encourage local employment opportunities and workforce development._062b475c-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.7BusinessesSchoolsStudentsWorkersSocial Capital & VolunteersEncourage the Beaufort County School District and other educational institutions to take advantage of social capital and volunteers to enhance educational opportunities._062b48c4-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.8Beaufort County School DistrictEducational InstitutionsVolunteersStudentsSense of PlaceReinforce Hilton Head Island’s unique sense of place and quality of life though environmental education, protection and access to nature and wildlife._062b49b4-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.9Arts, Culture, History, Environment & RecreationCelebrate and promote the Island’s rich arts, culture, history, environment and recreation opportunities._062b4a9a-327b-11ea-9ef9-3f2d0b83ea004.102020-01-062020-01-08OwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net