DRAFT GOALS and STRATEGIES - RWGThe 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/OPRWG.xmlRegional Work GroupRWG_41cb6f74-8e4f-11e9-b30e-f97e201ca46fJayme LopkoSubmitter_1203c976-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea00To expand to embrace an integrated regional focus_1203cb2e-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea00Planning & CoordinationTo enable excellence in regional planning and coordination for the Town of Hilton Head Island as a built-in part of the everyday process._1203cc32-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea001Communication & ParticipationCollaborate with nearby jurisdictions on a regional effort to increase communication and participation between Hilton Head Island and regional municipal, county, and state governments._1203cd18-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea001.1Note: a. Strategy 1.1 could include increasing advocacy efforts on legislative issues that affect our region, ensuring commitment from other regional groups/partners, enabling excellence in regional planning and coordination, and attendance at each jurisdiction’s annual workshop or retreat.PartnershipsParticipate and share in the leadership of the development of strong partnerships within Beaufort County and the region._1203cdfe-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea001.2Beaufort CountyNote: b. Strategy 1.2 could include collaborating to find shorter term solutions to workforce, housing, and educational needs, working in partnership with surrounding jurisdictions and organizations to keep projects in our region, and coordinating emergency planning, response, evacuation, and communication. This increase communication will lead to less redundancy of efforts for jurisdictions and organizations.Regional PlanCreate and coordinate a Regional Plan with adjacent jurisdictions to define regional needs, priorities, and funding to accomplish the plan._1203ceda-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea001.3Note: c. Strategy 1.3 could cover topics like land use, transportation, parks & recreation, and natural resources.RelationshipsBuild and strengthen existing relationships with regional economic development partners._1203cfca-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea001.4Economic Development PartnersBusiness CommunityBeaufort County Economic Development CorporationDon Ryan CenterSmall Business Association(including SCORE)Southern AllianceNote: d. Strategy 1.4 could include the business community and organizations like the Beaufort County Economic Development Corporations, Don Ryan Center, Small Business Association (including SCORE), Southern Alliance, etc.Private SectorDevelop programs and policies to encourage the private sector to become involved in addressing issues such as housing, climate change, environmental protection, and education._1203d0ba-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea001.5Private SectorWorkforce HousingTo increase supply of workforce/attainable housing on Hilton Head Island and in the region within a reasonable commute._1203d1a0-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea002Regional CooperationPursue regional cooperation of public and nonprofit agencies in meeting area housing needs._1205f502-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea002.1Public AgenciesNonprofit AgenciesConstructionEncourage the construction of quality workforce housing._1205f6ec-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea002.2Note: a. Strategy 2.2 could consider modeling our solution from those that have been successful in other jurisdictions.Regional SolutionsWork toward regional solutions to workforce housing issues._1205f7e6-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea002.3Note: b. Strategy 2.3 could include recognizing workforce housing as a regional need that may not be met on the island.Employer AssistanceSupport employer assisted housing programs to encourage more employees to live within the Town limits or within Beaufort County._1205f8e0-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea002.4EmployersEmployeesTrust FundEvaluate and consider participation in a Regional Housing Trust Fund._1205f9da-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea002.5Multi-Modal TransportationTo increase access between Hilton Head Island and the region through a viable multi-modal transportation system._1205fad4-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea003InfrastructureImprove/expand transportation infrastructure to connect the Island’s multi-modal system to the rest of the region._1205fbc4-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea003.1BlufftonPalmetto BreezeNotes: a. Strategy 3.1 could include options to connect Bluffton and HHI via a multi-use pathway across bridge, ferry system between HHI and Savannah and Beaufort, expanded Palmetto Breeze coverage to get the workforce to Island from the region, replacement of the bridge to the Island to secure the primary connection of Island to the region, exploration of opportunities for Park-n-Ride lots on the mainland for commuters, and coordination and offset of employee work hours to ease traffic. b. An idea the group discussed was to consider regionalization of airports to promote alternate means of access to areas of the region and beyond. This could include considerations for emerging technologies like drones, Uber Air, etc. as a means to travel regionally.Eco-Friendly PracticesTo lead the region in environmental protection and eco-friendly practices._1205fcb4-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea004ConservationCoordinate conservation of regional environmental assets and plans for natural resource and habitat preservation._1205fda4-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea004.1ResiliencyDevelop regional approaches to promote resiliency to climate change and sea level rise._1205fee4-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea004.2Environmental EducationPartner regionally for environmental education._1205ffd4-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea004.3Note: a. Strategy 4.3 could include education on environmental issues and regulations.Land AcquisitionPartner on land acquisition to preserve open space or serve the needs of region for parks and recreation._120601be-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea004.4Recycling & Waste ManagementCooperate with the County and appropriate agencies to seek funding sources to increase the capacity and level of service for recycling and waste management for the Island._120602e0-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea004.5Beaufort CountyNote: b. Strategy 4.5 could include considerations for landfill capacity and the possible need for other solutions for waste management and recycling.Development & RedevelopmentPromote environmental protection through regulation and eco-friendly practices during the development and redevelopment processes._120603ee-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea004.6TourismTo expand tourism focus in order to promote diverse offerings across the region._120604f2-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea005Comparative AdvantagesIdentify, develop, and support the region’s comparative advantages._1206060a-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea005.1MarketingPartner across the region to identify and market our collective strengths, unique qualities, and cultural/heritage tourism._12060718-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea005.2Beaufort County Heritage Tourism CorporationNote: a. Strategy 5.2 could include agencies like the Beaufort County Heritage Tourism Corporation.Technology, Sustainability & RevitalizationPartner with innovative regional firms on technology, sustainability, and revitalization of the Island._12060826-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea005.3Note: b. Strategy 5.3 could consider building links to innovative research institutions and industry groups in the Savannah region.Business AttractionAttract specific businesses that diversify the region and lead tourism technology like sustainable energy._12060a9c-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea005.4Regional AssetsIdentify and encourage conservation of regional assets that bring people to the area/region._12060bb4-10cc-11ea-9ba1-0c550c83ea005.52019-11-222019-11-26http://connectedcommunity.net/hhi/StaffDraft/RWG.xmlOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net