OUR PLAN DRAFT GOALS and STRATEGIES - IWGThe 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/OPIWG.xmlInfrastructure Work GroupIWG_408f5b4a-8e4d-11e9-ab56-f3e31f1ca46fAnne CyranSubmitter‘Right-Sized’ Infrastructure_5b0e45f0-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea00Innovative Approach to Create ‘Right-Sized’ Infrastructure_5b0e46fe-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea00InnovationTransportation SystemTo establish a dedicated, Island-specific transportation system (to include intermodal options) serving residents, workers, and visitors, linked with a regional transportation system._5b0e47a8-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001PathwaysProvide a comprehensive, Island-wide pathway network as an alternative to motorized transportation._5b0e4848-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.1GapsContinue to expand and fill in gaps in the pathway system._5b0e48de-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.1.1ConnectionsCreate policies encouraging connections between adjacent properties and pathways to improve safety and accessibly._5b0e4974-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.1.2Mainland ConnectionCoordinate with SCDOT and Beaufort County to establish a safe multi-use pathway connection between the Island and the mainland._5b0e4a0a-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.1.3 SCDOTBeaufort CountyRoadsImplement features that improve the efficiency of the road network._5b0e4aa0-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.2MaterialsResearch emerging materials that may be more effective for road construction._5b0e4b40-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.2.1Dirt RoadsContinue to encourage and facilitate the paving of dirt roads throughout the Island._5b0e4bd6-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.2.2Traffic EnhancementsEvaluate the use of traffic enhancements (turn lanes, signals, lighting) over new road construction._5b0e4c76-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.2.3RegulationEnsure policies regulate and infrastructure facilitates emerging modes of transportation on both roads and pathways._5b0e4d0c-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.3AV InfrastructurePlan for infrastructure and operating certification/procedures that adapt for Autonomous Vehicles (AV)._5b0e4dac-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.3.1MaaSPlan for public infrastructure that adapts for Mobility as a Service (MaaS)._5b0e4e4c-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.3.2Mobility as a Service (MaaS) is a concept describing a shift away from the ownership of personal vehicles for transportation to the use of public and private services offered through a unified structure to meet the specified needs of travelers.Palmetto BreezeWork with the Palmetto Breeze service to create an effective public transportation system on the Island and between the Island and the mainland._5b0e4eec-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.4Palmetto BreezeBus ServiceConsider support for (public and private) bus service to a transportation hub on north Island for workers who commute to the Island daily._5b0e4f96-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.4.1CommutersTransportation NetworkEvaluate an on-island network linking transportation hub, business hub, and tourist attractions with schedules synchronized to work/activity flow._5b0e5040-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.4.2Locations & SchedulesCollaborate with PUDs to link their transit locations and schedules with the Island-wide network._5b0e50ea-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.4.3PUDsAutonomous VehiclesFor public transportation, evaluate and adapt to autonomous vehicles._5b0e5194-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea001.4.4AirportTo ‘Right-Size’ the airport’s capabilities and operations._5b0e523e-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea002CollaborationContinue to collaborate with federal, state, and county authorities and general aviation interests to enhance tourist, business and resident accessibility to aviation services._5b0e52f2-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea002.1ImpactsEncourage Beaufort County to evaluate the interests of nearby residents and property owners when considering changes to the airport facilities._5b0e539c-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea002.2Beaufort CountyResiliencyTo ensure physical, social, and economic resilience from climate and environmental challenges._5b0e5450-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea003Sea Level & StormsEstablish an integrated program for resistance to and resilience from the effects of rising sea levels and tropical storms._5b0e5504-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea003.1Development ProjectsThe Town should assess environmental resistance and resilience when considering private and public development projects._5b0e55fe-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea003.1.1Zoning & Building CodesEvaluate changes to zoning and building codes to minimize vulnerabilities._5b0e56bc-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea003.1.2Disaster FundsMaintain and replenish Town disaster relief funds._5b0e5770-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea003.1.3Water Conservation & ReuseDevelop a program to educate the public on water conservation and water reuse._5b0e582e-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea003.2InvestmentsIdentify and fund proactive investments in public actions which enhance resistance to and recovery from environmental challenges._5b0e58ec-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea003.3UtilitiesTo preserve natural resources by the efficient use of utilities._5b0e5a72-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004Resource EfficiencyPromote resource efficiency to minimize environmental impact without eroding the Island’s residential, tourism, and business infrastructure._5b0e5b3a-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004.1Projects & ProgramsSupport collaborative projects and programs among the PSDs that benefit long-term water resource stewardship and protection._5b0e5c02-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004.1.1PSDsEvaluate the use of Town-owned land for water source/supply projects.Water UseEstablish and enforce community standards for discretionary water use._5b0e5cc0-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004.2IrrigationSupport programs and education to help reduce the use of potable water for residential irrigation._5b0e5d88-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004.2.1(Currently 40-60% of potable water use).Irrigation CodeExplore methods to increase compliance with the existing residential irrigation code._5b0e5e50-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004.2.2Energy & Water SourcesInvestigate development and operation of alternative energy and water sources._5b0e5f18-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004.3Aquifer RechargeInvestigate the creation of aquifer recharge zones using stormwater projects near potable well capture zones._5b0e60f8-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004.3.1Water SourcesSupport PSD investigations into alternative sources of potable water._5b0e61de-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea004.3.2PSDsPublic ServicesTo promote efficient and secure public services (safety, emergency, planning, and administration) to meet current and future needs._5b0e62b0-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea005Town GovernmentStructure and staff Town government to meet the challenges of increased population, regulatory complexity, technical development, and public expectations._5b0e638c-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea005.1Town StaffFund and equip Town staff to meet the increasing scope and complexity of public service demands._5b0e6454-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea005.2Town StaffSafetyEnsure the safety of Town residents and visitors through excellent law enforcement, Fire Rescue and emergency management services._5b0e6526-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea005.3Essential ServicesEncourage public service providers to ensure continuity of essential services for all Island residents and businesses._5b0e6602-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea005.4Public Service ProvidersHousingTo promote housing options to meet the needs of all current and future populations on the Island._5b0e66d4-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea006Workforce HousingAdopt policies to support the proposed Workforce Housing program._5b0e67b0-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea006.1NeighborhoodsEngage property owners and public agencies in neighborhood development design ideas._5b0e688c-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea006.2Property OwnersPublic AgenciesNeighborhoodsEmerging TechnologiesTo anticipate policy implications and resource investments needed to embrace emerging technologies._5b0e6968-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea007PoliciesAdopt policies to address the use of emerging technologies. (ex: fiber optic service for the entire Island, 5G, information management, cellular satellite)._5b0e6a44-1136-11ea-86e4-4912f382ea007.12019-11-222019-11-27https://www.hiltonheadislandsc.gov/boards/agendas/2019packets/ourplan-12-2-2019-pack.pdfOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net