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Brief Overview 2010 Update of Comprehensive Plan Development of Draft An 18-Month Process that Offered Numerous Opportunities to Take Part Public Opportunities Included: 14 Workshops and Meetings Specifically Focused on Update Regular Planning Commission Meetings and Planning and Economic Development Committee Meetings Web Page Created to Provide Event Schedules, Draft Documents, and Solicit Public Input Many News Articles and Reports on Update Efforts Throughout Period All Comments Were Considered Draft Includes: 9 Elements Addressing Critical Issues 5 Major Goals Focused on Natural Resources, Economic Development, Land Use, Infrastructure and Facilities, Cultural and Historic Resources 28 Objectives Necessary for Achieving Goals 120 Strategies for Successfully Implementing Objectives Goals #1) Preserve, protect, and enhance the quality and quantity of Oconee County’s natural resources. Goals #2) Identify, develop and utilize all tools and funding sources necessary to meet the present and future economic development needs of Oconee County. Goals #3) Establish an efficient, equitable, and mutually compatible distribution of land uses that complements Oconee County’s traditionally rural lifestyle, yet supports sustainable economic development, protects the environment, and manages future growth and changes. Goals #4) Manage our community facilities, infrastructure, and public resources in a manner that ensures both the existing population and future generations may enjoy the benefits and economic opportunities that make Oconee County an attractive and affordable place to live. Goals #5) Expand appreciation for the arts, cultural heritage, significant natural features, and historic treasures in a manner that both enhances our lifestyle and promotes sustainable economic prosperity. Overview of Some Key Objectives & Potential Partners In Implementation Efforts Key Objectives: Goal #1 (Natural Resources) Objectives 1 & 2 – work to guarantee water and sewer infrastructure necessary for present and future needs Potential Partners: Infrastructure Advisory Commission, Communities, Sewer Authority Key Objectives: Goal #1 (Natural Resources) Objectives 3 & 4: Establish programs to manage stormwater, water quantity, and water quality Partners: Council of Govt., Sewer Authority, Infrastructure Advisory Commission Key Objectives: Goal #1 (Natural Resources) Objective #5: Preserve, protect and enhance Oconee County’s environmentally sensitive lands, unique scenic views, agrarian landscapes, and topographic features Partners: School District, Planning Commission, Conservation Groups Key Objectives: Goal #2 (Economic Development) Objective #1: Support the comprehensive planning process to ensure that citizens of Oconee County possess accurate inventories and analyses of existing conditions, and the opportunity to better manage anticipated future needs Partners: School District, Planning Commission, Public Agencies Key Objectives: Goal #2 (Economic Development) Objectives 3 & 4: Develop and implement an effective Capital Projects Program that utilizes all appropriate methods of funding to provide the highest level of service and facilities Partners: School District, Planning Commission, Public Agencies Key Objectives: Goal #2 (Economic Development) Objective 7: Continue to actively promote the recruitment of employment opportunities that provide the best lifestyle for all Oconee residents Partners: Economic Development Comm., Worklink, Communities, Tri-County Tech., Council of Govt., Small Business Dev. Corp., Oconee Alliance, Upstate Alliance Key Objectives: Goal #3 (Land Use) Objectives 1 & 2: Promote and manage growth and development so as to protect and preserve our natural resources Partners: Planning Commission Key Objectives: Goal #4 (Infrastructure and Facilities) Objectives 3, 4, 7 & 8: Establish systematic program to maintain and upgrade public infrastructure and facilities Partners: School District, Oconee Alliance, Legislative Delegation, Council of Govt., Planning Commission, Sheriff/Public Safety Agencies, Airport Commission, Communities Key Objectives: Goal #5 (Infrastructure and Facilities) Objectives 8 & 9: Expand focus on and support of alternative forms of transportation Partners: School District, Road Department, Public Safety Agencies, SCDOT, CAT, Council of Govt., Communities, Legislative Delegation Key Objectives: Goal #5 (Cultural and Historic Resources) Objectives 1 & 2: Promote, conserve and protect cultural, historic and other significant resources Partners: Oconee Historical Society, SCDOT, Planning Commission, Parks & Recreation Comm. Draft Has Received Strong Public Support Recommended Unanimously by Planning Commission STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF OCONEE ORDINANCE 2010-01 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE OCONEE COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements established in Title 6, Chapter 29 (the “Act”) of the South Carolina Code of Laws, 1976, as amended (the “Code”), the Oconee County Council (the “County Council”) by Ordinance (Ordinance 2004-25) adopted on November 30, 2004, a Comprehensive Plan (the Plan); and, WHEREAS, the Code requires local planning commissions to review comprehensive plans no later than every 5 years, and update them no later than every 10 years; and, WHEREAS, the Oconee County Planning Commission (the Commission) initiated a review of the Plan in 2008; and, WHEREAS, the Commission invited input from all citizens and interested parties; and, WHEREAS, the review process included a series of community meetings, stakeholder discussions, and other opportunities for members of the public to offer input; and, WHEREAS, the Commission duly considered all comments and other forms of public input in developing a series of proposed changes to the adopted Plan; and, WHEREAS, the Commission made recommendation of these proposed changes to County Council; and, WHEREAS, after considering the Commission’s recommendations, public input, and other pertinent factors, County Council deems it appropriate and necessary to amend and update the Plan; NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby ordained by Oconee County Council, in meeting duly assembled, that: 1. The Oconee County Comprehensive Plan be amended to read as set forth in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and hereby incorporated by reference as fully as if set forth verbatim herein. 2. Should any part or provision of this Ordinance be deemed unconstitutional or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, such determination shall not affect the rest and remainder of this Ordinance, all of which is hereby deemed separable. 3. All ordinances, orders, resolutions, and actions of Oconee County Council inconsistent herewith are, to the extent of such inconsistency only, hereby repealed, revoked, and rescinded. 4. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force and effect from and after third reading and enactment by Oconee County Council. ORDAINED in meeting, duly assembled, this ______ day of __________, 2010.. By:____________________________________ Reginald T. Dexter, Chairman, County Council Oconee County, South Carolina ATTEST: By:____________________________________ Elizabeth G. Hulse, Clerk to County Council Oconee County, South Carolina First Reading: January 19, 2010 [in title only] Second Reading: September 7, 2010 Public Hearing: October 19, 2010 Third Reading: October 19, 2010 Comprehensive Plan Update Final Draft January 11, 2010 Goals Population Element Natural Resource Element Cultural Resource Element Community Facilities Element Housing Element Economic Development Element Land Use Element PLANNING COMMISSION Transportation Element Priority Investment Element Goals This section contains the goals established by this Comprehensive Plan, which are based on the needs and desires set forth in the various elements. Each broad goal is supported by constituent objectives that address those identified needs, with appropriate strategies designed to ensure a successful outcome. It should be noted that specific objectives and strategies stemming from priorities established in more than one element have been appropriately stated to accomplish the desired results expressed in all elements (the elements to which each objective applies is noted). In addition, the county agencies deemed responsible for monitoring and facilitating the success of the effort are also named, as well as a timeline considered sufficient for completion. Goal # 1 Preserve, protect, and enhance the quality and quantity of Oconee County’s natural resources. Objective 1: Work to guarantee adequate water distribution systems for present and future economic development in Oconee County. Applicable Elements: Community Facilities; Economic Development Agencies Timeframe for Strategies for Success Responsible Completion 1. Work to facilitate the establishment of a 2012 partnership with water providers aimed at expanding Planning Commission; service into underserved unincorporated areas of the County Council county. 2. Partner with municipalities in inventorying Infrastructure Advisory Ongoing current condition of their water infrastructure Commission; systems to determine ability to accommodate future Planning Commission; growth. County Council 3. Work to develop agreements with water providers Emergency Services 2012 to coordinate with County on a plan provide for Commission; Planning required fire protection for new development. Commission; County Council Comprehensive Plan Update Goals 2 of 22 Approved by Planning Commission January 11, 2010 Objective 2: Improve