The Power of Partnerships
Bluffton doesn ' t solve regional challenges alone. From flooding to housing, our Town joins forces with neighbors to tackle issues that cross Town lines. Here ' s how these partnerships make Bluffton better:
Regional Decision-Making
Southern Lowcountry Regional Board( SoLoCo) This collaborative table brings County and Town leaders together to solve regional puzzles like zoning, housing and job growth. Catch their monthly meetings on the last Tuesday of every month at 10 a. m., alternating between Bluffton and Hardeeville.
Smart Transportation
Lowcountry Area Transportation Study( LATS) This planning organization maps out the future of our roads, transit and walkways. Their decisions shape which projects move forward and when construction begins— helping you get where you need to go.
REMEMBER The Town of Bluffton only maintains roads that it owns. We cannot fix or work on any county, state, private or neighborhood roads. If you ' re unsure who maintains your road, call the Town’ s Public Services Department.
Cleaner Waterways
Stoney Creek Sewer Project A $ 6 million partnership with Beaufort County and Beaufort Jasper Water Sewer Authority is bringing public sewer to the Stoney Creek area, which is outside of Town limits but greatly affects the May River. The payoff? Less pollution flowing into our treasured May River— a win for everyone who enjoys our waterways.
Business Growth
Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation This partnership rolls out the welcome mat for businesses looking to call Bluffton home, offering incentives that create local jobs and strengthen our economy.
Buckwalter Place Commerce Park
A joint venture is creating 50,000 square feet of business space near Bluffton Police Headquarters, with the Don Ryan Center for Innovation anchoring 14,000 square feet as a launchpad for local entrepreneurs.
Housing Solutions
" The May " on May River Road Town-owned property at 1095 May River Road will soon transform into 12 affordable homes through a public-private partnership.
Beaufort Jasper Housing Trust Eight local governments created this nonprofit to tackle our affordable housing shortage. The Trust builds new affordable homes, revitalizes existing ones and helps qualified residents find housing they can afford. Learn more: bjht. org
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