Town of Bluffton - Town Council Meeting Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 05:00 PM

The Town of Bluffton Town Council held a meeting on August 11, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement activities included the council's authorization for the town manager to negotiate a contract with Wode of Cooper Communities Inc. for a public-private partnership to develop affordable housing and associated infrastructure at 115 Bluffton Road. The council also approved a budget amendment for fiscal year 2027, recognizing grants, insurance proceeds, and fund transfers totaling approximately $7.2 million, with allocations for parks and recreation studies, police equipment, and capital improvement projects. Additionally, the council approved several accommodation tax grant awards totaling over $172,000 to support local events and organizations. Other procurement-related actions included the acceptance of a property donation from Southern Coastal Homes LLC and the purchase of a $3,000 sculpture by local artist Walter Palmer for display at the Lupton Library, funded by hospitality tax revenues. The meeting also featured discussions on amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance concerning historic district building standards and residential uses in light industrial zones, with further review planned by relevant commissions.