MASTER PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE

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1 MASTER PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE

2 2 Master Planning Process Data Gathering Visioning Goals, Themes, & Strategies Implementation Tools & Zoning Ordinance Recommendations

Community Online Survey 571 Respondents 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Downtown Revitilization 57% Increasing Restaurant/Retail Opportunities 52% Redevelopment of the Mill Site Increasing Employment

3 Community Online Survey 571 Respondents 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Downtown Revitilization 57% Increasing Restaurant/Retail Opportunities 52% Redevelopment of the Mill Site Increasing Employment Opportunities 43% 45% Maintaining Small Town Ambiance Increasing Cultural, Recreational and Entertainment Activities 33% 33% Preserving Historic Building and Site Exit 1 Safety Improvements 26% 28% Improving Store Fronts Conservation of Natural Resources 19% 19%

4 MPSC Preliminary Recommendations 1. Aesthetic Improvements/Code Enforcement 2. Creative Solutions for Public Transportation 3. City property/row/easement Inventory 4. Streamline City Licensing and Permitting 5. Annexation 6. Community Policing 7. Review Existing Boards/Committees/Authorities

8 8 Prospective Zoning Changes Form-based codes for Downtown Design standards for C-2 commercial regulating building façades, roof pitch, location of parking Standards for garage apartments or FROGS furnished room over garage Better regulation of outdoor sales, and PODS and boats in in residential districts

9 Prospective Zoning Changes Adding Short-Term Rentals provisions (also include provisions for Bed & Breakfast uses) Nonconforming uses Full examination of submission, review, rezoning, special permit, variance, and appeal processes (and interaction between zoning and historic preservation) Clarify role of Planning Commission

10 Zoning Process Recommendations Increased Readability Tables for Zoning District Standards Tables for Permitted Uses, Special Permits References in Tables to additional provisions Illustrations

11 Zoning Process Recommendations Revise Administrative Section Site Plan Review Application Requirements Nonconformities Administrative Review Hearing Procedures Relief Options and Appeals Enforcement

12 St. Marys Current Vision Statement The City of St. Marys vision is to create a community of excellence governed by the principles of responsibility, fiscal soundness, accessibility and service to the public, in an atmosphere rich in historic and cultural significance, while retaining its natural beauty, charm, resources, and unique appearance; a community that attracts and maintains active and supportive citizens, with an enhanced quality of life and economic opportunity for all.

13 Proposed Vision Statements St. Marys is A city with coastal charm and a global presence A historically significant small town that strives to create economic prosperity, health and community vitality by promoting inclusive opportunities and incentives to its citizens and businesses. A Ferry Tale Little Coastal Town Georgia's shining coastal city A coastal community that brings excellence in education together with economic opportunity in an environment rich in history, natural beauty and traditional small town ambiance and values.

14 Proposed Vision Statements St. Marys is A prosperous and vibrant coastal community where all citizens can enjoy a safe, healthy and environmentallysensitive quality of life. An economically thriving coastal community for all citizens, while preserving our small town ambiance, friendliness and respect for the water, marshes, and nature with which we are blessed. A welcoming community whose rich history is rooted in citizens who respect each other, in racial and socioeconomic diversity, and in our focus on family and education. Our prosperous and vibrant future will be guided by protecting our coastal resources, promoting inclusive opportunities, and leveraging strong relationships with our Naval Submarine Base.

15 We need your help What do you think St. Marys should adopt as its vision statement? What slogan would best invite businesses to locate and newcomers to move to St. Marys?

16 Questions

The Five Components of the McLoughlin Area Plan

The Five Components of the McLoughlin Area Plan This documents contains the complete language of the five components of the McLoughlin Area Plan: The Vision Statement The Values The Guiding Principles