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City Council Meeting 06-10-26
Published: Jun 10, 2026
Port Royal Approves Conveyance of 11th Street Property for Sidewalk Project
The council approved Ordinance 2026-15 on its second reading, authorizing the town manager to convey excess real property for sidewalk construction. The property is described as Buford County Tax District 110, Map 11, Parcel 092D, located at 814 11th Street, approximately 76 feet [cite: 885-891].
BJWSA Reports Financial Strength, Outlines Growth Challenges and Infrastructure Investments
Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer Authority (BJWSA) representatives David Strange, Verna Arnett, and Charlie Stone presented an update on the organization's financial stability, challenges due to regional growth, and progress on infrastructure projects. They highlighted that the organization is in solid financial condition but faces challenges from in-migration and increasing utility construction costs, noting a 250% increase over five years. Key projects discussed include the expansion of the Purrysburg water treatment plant, upgrades to wastewater plants, and a comprehensive three-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with 54 projects focused on rehabilitation and replacement of aging infrastructure. BJWSA also adopted a 20-year master plan developed through community engagement and committed $1.3 million for future sewer extension along Rebo Road. Environmental stewardship initiatives include transitioning communities off septic systems to sewer, such as the All Joy project in Bluffton. Investments in water quality include granular activated carbon facilities and unidirectional flushing. The authority maintains a high bond rating (AA+) and is actively pursuing state and federal funding, having secured approximately $50 million in grants [cite: 328-541].
Port Royal Approves Conveyance of Property for Sidewalk Construction
The council approved Ordinance 2026-11 on its second reading, authorizing the town manager to convey excess real property for sidewalk construction. The property is described as Beaufort County Tax District 110, Map 10, Parcel 087 Alpha, located at 1111 12th Street, approximately 100 feet. Councilman Raff recused himself from the vote as the property is owned by him and his wife [cite: 790-807].
Port Royal Modifies Development Code to Prohibit Unlisted, Dissimilar Uses
The council passed Ordinance 2026-13 on its first reading, a housekeeping amendment to the development code's specific use chapter. This amendment clarifies the process for interpreting proposed uses not listed in the code. If a use is neither listed nor similar to an existing listed use, it will be prohibited. This addresses situations like the prior approval of 'Fuel and Fire' as a bar/tavern equivalent. The language was reviewed and approved by the Municipal Association's legal team [cite: 851-871].
Town Authorizes Conveyance of Property for Sidewalk Construction on 14th Street
The council approved Ordinance 2026-8 on its second reading, authorizing the town manager to convey excess real property to facilitate sidewalk construction. The property is described as Buford County Tax District 110, Map 10, Parcel 109A, known as 1108 14th Street [cite: 761-771].
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