Town of Bluffton - Town Council Meeting - August 11, 2026

The Town of Bluffton Town Council meeting held on August 11, 2026, included several procurement and policy-related discussions. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the town's public safety camera system, including the phased installation of Flock license plate reader cameras funded partly by federal grants, with costs detailed for each phase. The council discussed policies on data retention, privacy safeguards, and transparency measures, including civilian oversight and quarterly audits. Additionally, the council considered amendments to environmental regulations, specifically a proposed ordinance to restrict single-use plastic bags and styrofoam containers, aiming for consistency with Beaufort County and neighboring municipalities. The council expressed interest in moving forward with drafting the ordinance while seeking clarity on exemptions and enforcement. Other agenda items included updates to the town's historic resource naming conventions and amendments to stormwater and dock usage ordinances. The meeting concluded with a motion authorizing the town manager to negotiate a contract related to affordable housing. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but several policy decisions and budget considerations related to public safety technology and environmental regulations were addressed.