DRAFT GOALS and STRATEGIES -- CCCWGThe source of the content of this draft is an E-mail attachment transmitted by Taylor Ladd on November 26, 2019. The work group's previous draft is available at http://connectedcommunity.net/hhi/OPCCWG.xmlConnected and Collaborative Community Work GroupCCCWG_ed4a5b38-8e47-11e9-a62a-eb2c1e1ca46fShea FarrarSubmitter_89568f40-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea00_895690d0-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea00Planning and TechnologyEnsure the planning process is inclusive, collaborative and on-going, responsive to changing circumstances and stakeholder priorities._895691fc-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001Connections & CollaborationApply tools, applications and services to facilitate connections and collaboration among all stakeholders._895692f6-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.1Technology InfrastructurePlan for technology infrastructure to facilitate government services._895693dc-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.1.1Brand & Social MediaMaintain a strong presence on social media and reinforce Island brand._895694c2-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.1.2Online ToolsEvaluate the development and use of online tools, apps and services to facilitate connectivity and our community goals._8956965c-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.1.3CommunicationSolicit input from stakeholders when testing new tools for communication._89569756-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.1.4Outreach, Involvement & ReportingEvaluate the use of technology to increase outreach, public involvement and reporting._89569846-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.1.5MeetingsConsider citizen participation when setting meeting times._89569936-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.2Town BoardsWork towards a balanced composition of Town boards that reflects the diversity of the Island’s population._89569a26-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.3Experts & TaskforcesContinue to engage experts and taskforces where needed to participate in the planning process._89569b20-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.4Regional PlanningEngage in cooperative planning efforts with officials from Jasper County, LCOG, the Town of Bluffton, Beaufort County and other regional localities/counties._89569c1a-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.5Jasper CountyLCOGTown of BlufftonBeaufort CountyCross TrainingIdentify similar areas in the state/region for cross training – look and learn from other places._89569d00-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea001.6PlacePromote designs for the built environment that capitalize on our natural beauty and community strengths, reinforcing our unique sense of place._89569dfa-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002Public Spaces & StreetscapesSupport the development of public spaces and streetscape designs that encourage community connections through: a. Vibrant public spaces that provide rich social opportunities; b. Well maintained and attractive spaces; c. Pedestrian scale design; d. Public art; and e. Access to technology that accommodates connectivity._89569ef4-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002.1Community ConnectivityRecommend community connectivity in the location and design of neighborhoods._89569ff8-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002.2Nodes & ModesFoster the creation of community nodes with multiple modes of transport connectivity._8956a0f2-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002.2.1Gathering Spaces & PathwaysEncourage neighborhood designs that provide gathering spaces and connectivity to the pathway network._8956a1f6-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002.2.2Neighborhoods & FacilitiesEncourage 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._8956a2fa-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002.2.3Residential DevelopmentsEmphasize “quality of life” issues when reviewing proposed residential developments._8956a408-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002.3RedevelopmentConsider creating incentives for redevelopment that opt for a planned community approach with goals of diversity in housing cost and transportation modes._8956a516-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002.4Workforce HousingConsider flexible ordinances for planned unit developments (PUD), cluster homes and other innovations in housing development that meet workforce housing needs._8956a624-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea002.5Events & OrganizationsEmpower community organizations and leverage public events to enable residents and visitors to collaborate around common values and celebrate the realization of shared objectives._8956a71e-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003Events & VolunteersPromote the development of one centralized source for information on community event and volunteer opportunities, both online and in print._8956a840-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.1Arts, Culture, History, Environment & RecreationCelebrate and promote the Island’s rich arts, culture, history, environment and recreation opportunities._8956a962-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.2InvolvementFoster events, organizations and infrastructure that encourage involvement from the Island’s entire population._8956aa66-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.3Projects & ProgramsSolicit input and participation from stakeholders in Town projects and programs._8956ab88-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.4NonprofitsSupport data and planning needs to help nonprofit organizations more effectively meet community needs._8956ae08-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.5Nonprofit OrganizationsCommunity InformationEncourage creation of a single source for community information and participation by providing information on Town programs and events._8956af34-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.6Organizations & GroupsIdentify and support the many different organizations and groups that currently are involved in community building efforts._8956b196-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.7WorkshopsEvaluate the creation of workshops and education series on various topics._8956b2cc-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.8UniversitiesConsider partnering with universities or other communities.Community BuildingPromote community building efforts among the Island’s communities, inside and outside of the Island’s gated communities._8956b3ee-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea003.9Quality of LifeEnsure a high quality of life for residents, outstanding experiences for visitors, and economic opportunity for our workforce._8956b510-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004Sustainability & DiversityCreate a healthy, self-sustaining community that encourages economic and cultural diversity by understanding the needs and assets of each of the Island’s many different communities._8956b628-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.1By better understanding these needs and assets the Town will work to become less dependent on the workforce residing on the mainland and ensure the ability of different communities to work and live on Hilton Head Island.Special NeedsConsider the special needs of groups such as the elderly, youth, disabled, Native Islanders and the Hispanic population._8956b83a-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.2ElderlyYouthDisabled PeopleNative IslandersHispanic PopulationInformation from the regular tracking of demographic trends can inform the Town as to what groups on the Island may need specific attention.Culture, Lifestyles & LandmarksOrganize an outreach program to study the culture, lifestyles, landmarks, etc. of various communities and groups to insure that opportunities and infrastructure exists so that all groups can enjoy a high quality of life._8956b998-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.3Older PopulationWork with the appropriate organizations that can help the Town to best utilize and support its older population._8956bae2-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.4Older PopulationAssist local businesses and organizations in properly implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to insure that the Town’s infrastructure is not an impediment to this population.Aging in PlacePlan for a community that supports aging in place. _8956bccc-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.5Provide quality experiences for all people when designing for ADA, rather than just meeting the minimum standards. Consider a policy that requires the retrofitting of nonconforming sites.Young ProfessionalsBuild relevance to young professionals._8956be0c-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.6Young ProfessionalsYouthGather information to help determine appropriate activities that support the proper development of the Island’s youth._8956bf38-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.7YouthPopulationCooperate with organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce to promote further growth of the family and resident young adult population while continuing to promote the Island as a desirable destination for retirees and vacationers._8956c050-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.8Chamber of CommerceWorkforce HousingContinue to implement the recommendations for the Workforce Housing initiative._8956c190-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.9Gullah Geechee TaskforceContinue to implement the recommendations for the Gullah Geechee Taskforce._8956c2e4-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.10Gullah Geechee TaskforceEducational OptionsCoordinate with educational agencies in the community to provide high quality educational options, including online self-paced learning._8956c42e-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.11Coordinate with Beaufort County School District and other educational institutions to plan for school, libraries and lifelong learning.Education & MentorshipsSupport organizations that provide educational opportunities and mentorships._8956c56e-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.12Employment & WorkforceFoster the connection of businesses with schools to encourage local employment opportunities and workforce availability._8956c6b8-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.13Educational OpportunitiesEncourage Beaufort County and other educational institutions to take advantage of social capital and volunteers to enhance educational opportunities._8956c802-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.14Nature & WildlifeReinforce Hilton Head Island’s unique sense of place through environmental education, protection and access to nature and wildlife._8956c974-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.15Environmental EducationInitiate and maintain partnerships with other Island, county, state and federal agencies for environmental education purposes._8956cac8-10b3-11ea-b2ef-855c0383ea004.162019-11-222019-11-26http://connectedcommunity.net/hhi/StaffDraft/CCCWG.xmlOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net