Comprehensively Envisioning the Future of Hilton HeadThe goals documented in this StratML rendition are the required elements set forth in the South Carolina Local Government Comprehensive Planning Enabling Act of 1994, which is available at https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t06c029.phpThe vision, values, and objectives are set forth in Hilton Head Island – Our Future, Future IQ's report on the results of the visioning process, which is available in StratML format at http://stratml.us/carmel/iso/HHISAPwStyle.xml The visioning objectives do not address all of the elements required in the comprehensive plan.Town of Hilton HeadHH_a37a2100-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd[To be named][To be named]Sustainability Reinvented.. Again!_a37a234e-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816ddTo present a vision and comprehensive strategic performance plan for the Town of Hilton Head_a37a240c-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816ddExcellenceRelentless pursuit of excellence.SustainabilityAt the forefront of the sustainability movement.Economic VitalityA revitalized and modernized economy.CommunityMulti-dimensional community.CollaborationA connected and collaborative community.RegionalityAn integrated regional focus.InfrastructureRight-sized infrastructure.PopulationConsider historic trends and projections, household numbers and sizes, educational levels, and income characteristics_a37a292a-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd1[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (1) a population element which considers historic trends and projections, household numbers and sizes, educational levels, and income characteristicsYoung ProfessionalsBuild relevance to young professionals._a37a29de-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd1.1Young Professionals[To be named]The community engagement process repeatedly highlighted the importance of creating relevance to young professionals and startups in sectors representing the 'new economy'. Being relevant will include the need to embrace technology and offer options for live and work, shared work spaces and other emergent entrepreneurial support measures._a37a2a9c-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Economic DevelopmentConsider labor force and labor force characteristics, employment by place of work and residence, and analysis of the economic base._a37a5a44-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd2[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (2) an economic development element which considers labor force and labor force characteristics, employment by place of work and residence, and analysis of the economic base.TourismStimulate and market alternative tourism products._a37a5af8-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd2.1[To be named][To be named]Explore the 'Future of Tourism' -- Given the importance of the tourism economy, anticipating future trends and needs is pivotal. The continued research of future tourism predictions, and connecting that to the 'Preferred Future' for Hilton Head Island is pivotal. This will help understand the potential to stimulate and market for alternative tourism products such as cultural and heritage tourism (especially the Gullah Geechee culture), ecotourism (in line with the Island's sustainability focus and natural assets) and outdoor recreational tourism. The potential for more locally driven culinary tourism should also be explored._a37a5ba2-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]StructuresRestore and revitalize structures._ec086db0-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf62.2[To be named][To be named]Focus on restoration and revitalization -- There is an emerging national trend in restoration and revitalization, particularly as technology and new building materials create new design options. This focus offers the opportunity for significant modernization without expansion of development footprint areas._a37a5ba2-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Healthy AgingLeverage the convergence of healthcare and technology and retiree needs to support quality of life._ec086f40-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf62.3Retirees[To be named]Healthy aging economy -- The Hilton Head Island population is aging. This offers economic opportunities in sectors such as healthcare, healthy aging, and active retiree support. There is a clear opportunity to leverage the convergence of healthcare and technology and retiree needs to support quality of life._a37a5ba2-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]PartnershipsPartner with innovative regional firms on problem solving projects._ec0870da-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf62.4Savannah Metropolis[To be named]Embrace 'Arc of Innovation' -- Hilton Head Island is arguably just within the Savannah arc of innovation. Tapping into this will help bring creative thinking and innovation to the identified challenges. In particular, topics about reinventing sustainability, revitalization of the housing stock (maker culture), and deployment of technology all fit well with the emerging cluster of innovation in the Savannah metropolis. Partnering with innovative regional firms on problem solving projects offers interesting potential._a37a5ba2-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]RegionalityBecome a regional player._ec08727e-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf62.5[To be named][To be named]Becoming a regional player -- Becoming a regional player will help build the Island's heft in important discussions. This requires a two-way transactional approach, where Hilton Head Island needs to bring perspective and ideas to the table. Across the US, and even globally, some cities and regions are becoming the new power-base, offering a more aggressive and nimble approach than most state or national governments._a37a5ba2-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Natural ResourcesConsider coastal resources, slope characteristics, prime agricultural and forest land, plant and animal habitats, parks and recreation areas, scenic views and sites, wetlands, and soil types._a37a272c-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd3[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (3) a natural resources element which considers coastal resources, slope characteristics, prime agricultural and forest land, plant and animal habitats, parks and recreation areas, scenic views and sites, wetlands, and soil types. Where a separate board exists pursuant to this chapter, this element is the responsibility of the existing board.SustainabilityRedefine what sustainability means for Hilton Head Island._a37a27d6-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd3.1[To be named][To be named]Redefine sustainability -- The Island needs to establish a dedicated group or Task Force to redefine what sustainability means for Hilton Head Island. This should include a detailed outline of the modern breadth and definition of sustainability, and how that would translate to all aspects of the Island. This should include recycling, resource management, landscape and marine management, and building construction and materials. This should also include examination of the trend in businesses pursuing environmental technologies, innovation and creativity._a37a2880-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]EnergyExplore multiple energy sources._ec08640a-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf63.2[To be named][To be named]Create renewable energy framework -- Develop a renewable energy framework for the Island. The macro trends are heading towards renewable source driven virtual power networks. Such exploration should include how to incorporate multiple energy aspects such as solar, wind, biomass, geothermal and even tidal energy, into modern energy systems._a37a2880-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]ResearchBecome an outdoor research laboratory._ec086644-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf63.3[To be named][To be named]Become a location for unique environmental ecosystem research -- Hilton Head Island holds the important barrier Island status, and the surrounding lowlands, wetlands, vegetation and marine ecosystems represent intriguing ecosystems. The Island offers a unique location to focus cutting edge research on environmental challenges as a barrier Island, and how to address the current and future challenges of climate change. Hilton Head Island should forge partnerships to position itself as a unique outdoor research laboratory, attracting national talent and projects._a37a2880-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Cultural ResourcesConsider historic buildings and structures, commercial districts, residential districts, unique, natural, or scenic resources, archaeological, and other cultural resources._a37a24b6-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd4[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (4) a cultural resources element which considers historic buildings and structures, commercial districts, residential districts, unique, natural, or scenic resources, archaeological, and other cultural resources. Where a separate board exists pursuant to this chapter, this element is the responsibility of the existing board.Recreation, Arts & Quality of LifeIncrease the diversity of recreational, arts and "quality of life" offerings._a37a25d8-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd4.1[To be named][To be named]Build the diversity of recreational, arts and "quality of life" offerings -- Part of the appeal of Hilton Head Island has been the strong presence of golf recreation facilities. There is some evidence that the singular popularity of golf is declining. In the engagement sessions and scenario development, participants saw the medium term need to consider future re-purposing of some golf facilities into other recreation pursuits. There is emerging strong interest in arts, festivals, and shared community spaces._a37a2682-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_a37a6066-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816ez_a37a6066-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816ddSupportiveThis objective also supports Goal 10, Recreation[To be described][To be determined]TrustSeek common ground and address inequalities._ec0861bc-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf64.2[To be named][To be named]Provide mechanisms to building trust -- Despite the work to build a sense of 'One Community' and create open dialogue, there still remains some pockets of distrust. This is in part due to historical inequalities and the 'community within a community' phenomena. The visioning process has opened new conduits for communication about shared ideals and outcomes, and has created the forum to begin honest dialogue. This needs to continue and proactive steps must be taken on all sides to seek common ground and address inequalities._a37a2682-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Community FacilitiesConsider water supply, treatment, and distribution; sewage system and wastewater treatment; solid waste collection and disposal, fire protection, emergency medical services, and general government facilities; education facilities; and libraries and other cultural facilities._a37a580a-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd5[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (5) a community facilities element which considers water supply, treatment, and distribution; sewage system and wastewater treatment; solid waste collection and disposal, fire protection, emergency medical services, and general government facilities; education facilities; and libraries and other cultural facilities.Lifestyle & AgingCreate a world-class active lifestyle and healthy aging community._a37a58d2-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd5.1[To be named][To be named]The desire for excellence on Hilton Head Island is well understood. There seems to be a great opportunity to draw together a focus on creating the Island as a living laboratory where all the best approaches and support for healthy aging can be applied. There is greater understanding of how integrated lifestyle solutions and technology can boost healthy aging, and Hilton Head Island provides an excellent pilot site for world-class innovative application._a37a5986-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]EducationProvide high quality educational options._ec0867b6-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf65.2Teachers[To be named]USCB[To be named]Increasingly, great schools are a key metric for attracting families. Ideas for how to boost educational excellence that surfaced in the visioning process included affordable housing to attract high quality teaching staff, and ensuring that leading edge STEM initiatives are strong in the education curriculum. The addition of the USCB Hilton Head Island Campus is seen as a very positive move._a37a5986-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]ConnectionsConnect with external stakeholders._ec086928-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf65.3[To be named][To be named]Connectivity to external stakeholders -- The Island community has a remarkable network of connections that reach across the country. There is a larger cadre of external stakeholders who have a direct connection to the Island via second homes, investments or as vacation visitors. 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._a37a5986-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]BlufftonCollaborate with Bluffton._ec086a9a-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf65.4Bluffton[To be named]Beaufort County[To be named]Strengthen the Bluffton connection -- There is ample opportunity to retain the pride and uniqueness of the Island, but seek to think beyond the Island by developing strong partnerships within Beaufort County and the region. The Bluffton connection is critical. They are not a competitor, they are part of the same ecosystem. Finding ways to collaborate can help find shorter term solutions to workforce, housing, and educational needs._a37a5986-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]NeighborhoodsCreate more neighborhood nodes._ec086c20-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf65.5Millennials[To be named]Baby Boomers[To be named]Hilton Head Neighborhoods[To be named]Right-sized neighborhood locations -- As has been discussed, there is an identified interest in more neighborhood nodes on Hilton Head Island. Both Millennial and Baby Boomer generations share a desire for community spaces where people can socialize and entertain. However, these can be in a range of sizes and scale. In some cases, people expressed the desire for a larger neighborhood center on the north end of the Island. In other cases, people discussed the potential for smaller community connection points. This is an area that requires more investigation, and a better understanding of exactly what people might be seeking in the future. This topic could also be impacted by future trends in urban living (such as increased density) and implications of future transport systems (such as autonomous cars)._a37a5986-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]HousingConsider location, types, age, and condition of housing, owner and renter occupancy, and affordability of housing._a37a2b5a-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd6[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (6) a housing element which considers location, types, age, and condition of housing, owner and renter occupancy, and affordability of housing. This element includes an analysis to ascertain nonessential housing regulatory requirements, as defined in this chapter, that add to the cost of developing affordable housing but are not necessary to protect the public health, safety, or welfare and an analysis of market-based incentives that may be made available to encourage development of affordable housing, which incentives may include density bonuses, design flexibility, and streamlined permitting processes.Properties & NeighborhoodsDevelop affordable housing, mixed use properties, and family friendly neighborhoods._a37a562a-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd6.1[To be named][To be named]Develop more mixed use community nodes -- There is a need for more variety in housing and more affordable options for a demographic cross section. Some of the key points from the engagement sessions was the idea of affordable housing, mixed use properties, and family friendly neighborhoods. The Shelter Cove development was seen by many as a promising start, incorporating live and work potential, a strong community hub or node, and open recreation spaces. It will be advantageous to also address affordable and mixed housing in such developments. The Town of Hilton Head Island's current work to develop an Affordable Workforce Housing Strategic Plan is an excellent starting point._a37a5742-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Land UseConsider existing and future land use by categories, including residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, forestry, mining, public and quasi-public, recreation, parks, open space, and vacant or undeveloped._a37a5c4c-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd7[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (7) a land use element which considers existing and future land use by categories, including residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, forestry, mining, public and quasi-public, recreation, parks, open space, and vacant or undeveloped.[To be Named][To be described]_a37a5cf6-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd7.1[To be named][To be named]_a37a5da0-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]TransportationConsider transportation facilities, including major road improvements, new road construction, transit projects, pedestrian and bicycle projects, and other elements of a transportation network._a37a5e54-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd8[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (8) a transportation element that considers transportation facilities, including major road improvements, new road construction, transit projects, pedestrian and bicycle projects, and other elements of a transportation network. This element must be developed in coordination with the land use element, to ensure transportation efficiency for existing and planned development.Nodes & ModesCreate community nodes with multiple modes of transport connectivity._a37a5efe-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd8.1[To be named][To be named]Explore a 'nodes and modes' concept plan -- The concept of village centers, an Island town center, and community center have been explored in previous visioning work. There is still a strong appetite for such an approach, as people believe it will create the important connectivity. There has also been interest in redeveloping Mitchelville as a center for Gullah heritage and cultural tourism. To lay out a coherent long-term strategy, it is suggested that the community explore a 'nodes and modes' concept that looks at a 20-year process for creating community nodes, and building multiple modes of transport connectivity. The first step should explore how to better connect the existing multimodal transport network and routes to existing nodes. Then, consideration should be given to exploring potential new community nodes, which might for example include infill or redeveloped commercial areas that include new housing options and revitalized commercial space. This can provide the framework that will inform and influence development patterns, housing density issues, and public services._a37a5fa8-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Transportation NetworksExplore alternate transportation networks._ec087422-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf68.2[To be named][To be named]Island scale transportation systems -- Hilton Head Island has demonstrated the potential of alternate transportation networks. The widespread deployment of bike trails demonstrates the appetite for alternative solutions. There is the potential for a range of small scale alternate multimodal and public transportation systems on the island that would connect nodes of development. The same multimodal system could connect residential areas to business districts and workplaces._a37a5fa8-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Public TransportationStrengthen public transportation between Hilton Head Island and the southern Beaufort County region._ec0875f8-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf68.3Beaufort County Region[To be named]Regional transportation systems -- There is a strong interest in finding ways to provide a stronger public transportation system between Hilton Head Island and the southern Beaufort County region. The focus should be on environmentally friendly transportation systems which will improve connectivity between the Island and the mainland and take account of future trends in technology._a37a5fa8-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]InvestmentAnalyze the likely federal, state, and local funds available for public infrastructure and facilities during the next ten years, and recommends the projects for expenditure of those funds during the next ten years for needed public infrastructure and facilities such as water, sewer, roads, and schools._a37a6318-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd9[To be named][To be named]A local comprehensive plan must include ... (9) a priority investment element that analyzes the likely federal, state, and local funds available for public infrastructure and facilities during the next ten years, and recommends the projects for expenditure of those funds during the next ten years for needed public infrastructure and facilities such as water, sewer, roads, and schools. The recommendation of those projects for public expenditure must be done through coordination with adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and agencies. For the purposes of this item, "adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and agencies" means those counties, municipalities, public service districts, school districts, public and private utilities, transportation agencies, and other public entities that are affected by or have planning authority over the public project. For the purposes of this item, "coordination" means written notification by the local planning commission or its staff to adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and agencies of the proposed projects and the opportunity for adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and agencies to provide comment to the planning commission or its staff concerning the proposed projects. Failure of the planning commission or its staff to identify or notify an adjacent or relevant jurisdiction or agency does not invalidate the local comprehensive plan and does not give rise to a civil cause of action.StandardsApply (or create) best-in-class standards for all major projects on Hilton Head Island._a37a63cc-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd9.1[To be named][To be named]Adopt the ideal of excellence - Seek to apply (or create) best-in-class standards for all major projects on Hilton Head Island. This is not just in the area of construction or development, but for example in the social areas of education, cultural activities, and arts development._a37a6476-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Experts & TaskforcesConvene expert groups and taskforces to solve difficult issues._ec0879c2-a3d7-11e8-99a6-c0805fbabdf69.2[To be named][To be named]Create HHI as an epicenter for excellence - Charles Fraser built something remarkable. He did this through clever investment, staying true to values, and being willing to innovate. Today, Hilton Head Island can do the same. There are challenges the Island faces that require innovation and new thinking, such as transportation, workforce and housing solutions. Some of these solutions can be found in other communities and some will need to be created locally. Hilton Head Island can bring innovation and excellence to bear on local issues by convening expert groups and taskforces to solve difficult issues. This concept has been raised in previous visioning efforts and has great merit._a37a6476-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]Recreation[To be described]_a37a6066-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd10[To be named][To be named]This element is not specified in the South Carolina Local Government Comprehensive Planning Enabling Act but the law allows for the inclusion of optional elements.[To be named][To be described]_a37a619c-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd10.1[To be named][To be named]_a37a6250-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd_2fdc4d22-a748-11e8-b347-ae7b5fbabdf6[To be described][To be determined]_a37a652a-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816dd2019-01-012029-12-312018-08-23http://stratml.us/carmel/iso/part2/HHCVwStyle.xml_a37a65e8-a1cb-11e8-9bb4-0c37cdf816ddOwenAmburhhi-plan@googlegroups.com