Town of Santee Comprehensive Plan

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TA BLE O F CO N TEN TS Introduction.........................................................................................................................................................................................3 Chapter 1: Population Element.........................................................................................................................................................5 Chapter 2: Economic Element...........................................................................................................................................................9 Chapter 3: Natural Resources Element..........................................................................................................................................21 Chapter 4: Historic and Cultural Element......................................................................................................................................37 Chapter 5: Community Facilities Element.....................................................................................................................................50 Chapter 6: Housing Element...........................................................................................................................................................64 Chapter 7: Transportation Element................................................................................................................................................73 Chapter 8: Priority Investment Element........................................................................................................................................83 Chapter 9: Land Use Element.........................................................................................................................................................91 Appendix A: Goals and Implementation Strategies Timeline Appendix B: Maps

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CO M PREH EN SIV E PLA N N IN G PRO CESS Int roduct ion The South Carolina Local Government Comprehensive Planning Enabling Act of 1994 requires all units of local government utilizing zoning or land use controls to complete and adopt a comprehensive plan by December 31, 1999. The law requires that an independent board of local citizens called a Planning Commission act as an advisory committee to the governing body on constructing and adopting the plan. The objectives of the planning process are to develop an inventory of the community?s historical and existing conditions and to develop goals and objectives regarding community growth and development. These goals and objectives communicate the suggested policy directions for the local government.

The comprehensive planning process consists of three separate but equally important steps. The first step is designed to provide an inventory of facts and to undertake a fundamental analysis of community issues. This account of existing conditions will be used in subsequent decisions in the planning process. During the inventory process, basic information and statistics from the community are analyzed to identify historical trends and current conditions as well as to uncover potential problems or opportunities in the town.

In the second step of the planning process, the needs and goals of the community are generated from the analysis of the community?s historical and existing conditions. In this step the Planning Commission decides which trends or issues encountered in step one are important enough to warrant further attention or action from the local government. Once these issues are identified, it is necessary to decide the overall goals of the community.

The final step in the planning process involves developing a plan of action for achieving the town?s goals. This implementation strategy identifies specific activities, programs, or policies to be carried out by the local government in order to address the identified objectives.

The following document was completed through the dedication and hard work of the Town of Santee Planning Commission. This document updates and supersedes all previous planning efforts by the Town. It has been prepared in accord with the requirements of the Comprehensive Planning Act of 1994 as amended through 2009.

This Plan consists of nine (9) different elements, as required by a legislative amendment to the Act in 2007. The elements have been inventoried and analyzed in the plan to determine the town?s needs and future development strategies. These elements include population, economic condition, natural resources, historic and cultural resources, housing, community facilities, transportation, priority investment area, and land use.Each of the elements are addressed in detail as separate chapters in this document.

Ultimately, the Comprehensive Plan should be utilized as a guide for policymakers to develop consistent and reasonable solutions that promote the goals of the Plan. Community growth and development and the policies subsequently established should be developed in accordance with the implementation strategies of the Comprehensive Plan.

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CH A PTER ON E Po p u l at io n The population element of the Comprehensive Plan relates to the people residing in the Town of Santee, South Carolina. This chapter includes information on the number of people, population trends, and selected characteristics of the population. This information is intended to help shape future land use growth and development, and identify future service needs of the population which can be addressed through the Comprehensive Plan.

As part of the 10-year update process, population and growth forecasts were prepared and addressed.

Current 2010 U.S. Census Bureau data and current year estimates were used. Future year projections were included, where available, using U.S. Census figures and ESRI Business Analyst Online (BAO). Past population trends were also provided. Both the past and future trends in population provide a basis for determining future land use needs for infrastructure and quality of life services.

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PO PU LA TIO N POPULATION

Populat ion Change, 1990 - 2021*

The historical population trends of the Town of Santee and Orangeburg County for the past 26 years are shown below.

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Recent 2010 Census figures indicate that the Town of Santee has experienced an increase in population since the 1990?s.

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The US Census reported a total population of 961 people in 2010, compared to 638 in 1990.

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The percent change in population from 1990 to current year 2016 estimates is 46%.

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As a comparison, Orangeburg County population has seen a 9% change since 1990. However, 2016 current year estimates and 2021 projections reflect a slight decline in population of less than -1%.

Diversit y Charact erist ics, 2016

DIVERSITY The racial population trends of the Town of Santee and Orangeburg County for the past 21 years are shown below.

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Over the 21 year time span, the percentage of White and African American residents has fluctuated slightly.

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The Hispanic race category indicated a slight increase in population in 2010, but then a decline in 2016 year estimates.

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The most recent US Census current year 2016 estimates show that the African American population makes up 59% of Santee?s total population followed by 36% White, 1% Hispanic and 4% Other.

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PO PU LA TIO N AGE

Age Dist ribut ion, 2016

The age distribution for the Town of Santee is shown below.

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The largest age group is the 25 to 54 population, followed by the 65

49.9

and over category.

MEDIAN AGE

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The Under 5 group makes up the smallest category for the Town.

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The median age in 2016 is 49.9, which is within the prime working-age of the population.

Gender Composit ion, 2016

GENDER The gender composition trends of the Town of Santee are shown below.

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Historically, the female population has been larger that the male population.

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In 2016, the female population in South Carolina accounted for 51% of the total.

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By comparison, the Town of Santee had a slightly higher percentage of females (53%).

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NEEDS AND GOALS

Po p u l at io n The inventory section of the Population Element focused attention on the current and historical demographics of the Town of Santee. This evaluation of the town?s population characteristics is an important part of the planning process because of the impact that population trends can play on demand for infrastructure, public services and the apparent health of the community.

The population of the town has been increasing since the 1990?s. The 25-54 age category makes up the largest percentage of the town?s population. This age group represents a productive and employable population segment, and is viewed as one of the key indicators of a community?s health. That being said, the population of the town is aging and the younger population has become stagnant. The town should consider strategies to strive to draw a younger family-oriented population to the area to ensure further growth in a segment of the population that will have a greater impact on future economic growth.

The basic need is to recognize that the population of the town is dependent upon job opportunities and quality of life factors in the area, and the steps the town must take in order to make the area inside the town attractive to a cross section of citizens so that everyone living there has an opportunity to take pride in the town.

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M on it or in g popu lat ion an d cu lt u r al sh if t s an d n at ion al t r en ds.

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Developin g policies t o m eet t h e n eeds of t h e Tow n's popu lat ion .

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En cou r agin g diver sit y w it h in t h e com m u n it ies.

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Developin g policies t o m eet t h e n eeds of t h e Tow n's popu lat ion .

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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES

Po p u l at io n

The Population Element goal for the Town of Santee is to focus on issues that will foster resilient growth by promoting opportunities, community services and the overall quality of life for the citizens. Efforts to increase growth in the town should focus on those opportunities that will increase diversity in the age, sex, race, and ethnicity and educational background of the citizens.

GOAL 6: Improve efforts to increase the availability of a variety of

GOAL 1: Seek opportunities with federal, state and local officials to focus on economic and infrastructure improvements in the

housing types (rental and owned) and provide incentives to

Town of Santee specifically to increase retail, recreational and

developers to build a wider variety of housing types such as

residential efforts.

retirement and assisted living housing.

GOAL 2: Place a high priority on projects and programs that

GOAL 7: Market the town as a desirable community to reside.

generate and attract employment, improvements, or investments

Encourage and provide incentives for development of amenities

that are consistent with the policies of the Town of Santee

that appeal to across-the-board age populations.

Comprehensive Plan.

GOAL 8: Adopt and enforce the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning

GOAL 3: Expand upon the number of beautification projects such

Ordinance to ensure that land use compatibility is maintained and

as litter pick-up, Adopt-A-Highway, and signs and lighting. These

preserved in order to protect the health and welfare of the town.

projects will improve the aesthetics of the town, increase

GOAL 9: Develop strategies and policies for the prevention of

community pride, and attract more visitors and development to

chronic disease and obesity, caused by poor diet and physical

Santee.

inactivity. Policies such as those that address the production,

GOAL 4: Strive to retain the best and the brightest of the

process, distribution, access and consumption of foods that limit

community by focusing on technology education, adult education,

the risk of diet-related chronic disease; active living policies that

and an emphasis of work ethics in the educational system.

promote a way of life that integrates physical activity, such as walking and biking into daily routines.

GOAL 5: Support and promote cultural efforts and work towards eliminating any existing language and cultural barriers in order to

GOAL 10: Support Eat Smart Move More SC (ESMMSC) healthy

develop a recognizable and unique character that will instill pride

eating programs.

in its citizens as well as attract tourists and potential residents of

GOAL 11: Strive to seek ways to attract a diverse group of

varied ethnic backgrounds.

citizens, particularly young families with children.

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CH A PTER TW O Ec o n o m y This chapter identifies existing and recent trends for the Town of Santee in education, labor, industry, and income level. Where possible, a comparison with Orangeburg County is provided to give some perspective on how the town compares to the whole county, as the town?s economy is not simply confined to the municipal boundary. When assessing economic conditions, constraints and potential for growth, a more regional vision is required. Economic development is an element included to help balance business and employment growth with that of population, housing, transportation and land use. A balance is necessary to ensure the community continues to thrive.

Economic development is an important component of the Comprehensive Plan to tie recommendations for business and employment growth with the land use, transportation, and housing recommendations.

The purpose and intent of this chapter is to provide strategies that allow the Town of Santee to be a key player in supporting a unified economic development vision for Orangeburg County and the region. The strategies for economic development should foster a stable and competitive business climate to draw business to the region and should support and strengthen the economic viability of existing industries.

The strategies contained in this Element are also intended to encourage business start-ups, including small business enterprises, high-technology and knowledge-based business, and attract new targeted industry sectors.

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ECO N O M Y LOCATION The Town of Santee is located in the eastern-central section of South Carolina in Orangeburg County. Santee is at the intersection of State Highway 6 and U.S. Highway 301. Interstate 95 passes through the planning area intersecting State Highway 6 and U.S. 301. The town is Approximately 60 miles from the City of Columbia, Charleston, and Florence.

ECONOMIC TRENDS The economic trends in Santee have been increasing at a slow to steady rate, as there have been some significant new businesses to locate in the town in the I-95 area over the past twenty years related to the tourist industry serving the active I-95 corridor. This will continue in a positive manner with an aggressive campaign to promote the benefits of Santee. The growth of the tourist and resort related businesses is anticipated to continue to develop in the area.

Prior to the development of I-95, the economy of the Santee area traditionally was dependent on manufacturing and agri-buisness industries. Despite some diversification in the work force, the agri-businesses are still in place. While jobs in the service and retail sectors have grown in recent years, a large percentage of the residents of the Town of Santee still rely on agri-business for their employment. The proximity of Santee to larger communities is also important in providing employment opportunities. Many residents are able to find jobs in the Orangeburg, Sumter, Charleston, and Columbia areas.

Orangeburg County is one of a small number of counties in the southeastern United States that can claim immediate access to two (2) Interstates, I-95 and I-26. There are several characteristics which clearly define this area as ideal for major economic development. Santee?s location on I-95, approximately halfway between Maine and Miami on the East Coast, and just 100 miles north of the Port of Savannah near Savannah, Georgia makes it ideal for inland port and distribution and logistics economic investment.

Clusters of distribution, assembly, logistics and telecommunications can be developed to provide the capacity for just in time product delivery in the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and near Midwest. With land prices and traffic congestion increasing in the Charleston area, compared to those in Orangeburg County, will help make this area more attractive to industrial projects. Goods and commodities entering the port can be transported via rail on the CSX and/or Norfolk Southern lines that serve the county or transported by truck for assembly, packaging and distribution. The development of a cluster of this nature will also provide opportunities for support and service businesses, in addition to potential commercial business opportunities that can benefit from the amount of traffic passing through the area.

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ECO N O M Y The economic conditions of the Town of Santee cannot be discussed without first considering the various agencies that play a vital role in Orangeburg County and the town?s economic development initiatives.

The following agencies are vital elements in Orangeburg County and the Town of Santee?s economic development role:

ORANGBURG COUNTY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (OCDC) Orangeburg County Development Commission (OCDC) is an economic development agency that is publicly chartered to improve the quality of life for all citizens through the growth of jobs and capital investment for Orangeburg County. OCDC is responsible for the recruitment of new industry to the region and assisting local businesses with growth and sustainability.

CENTRAL SC ALLIANCE Central SC Alliance is a regional economic partnership that engages in the recruitment of capital investment for 10 counties in the central South Carolina region. Central SC aides in economic expansion and facilitates job creation by promoting the region as a valuable location for businesses.

ORANGEBURG CALHOUN TECHNICAL COLLEGE (OC TECH) Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College (OC Tech) provides relevant training and education in an environment that inspires success and promotes self-reliance for students, and fosters economic development for the region.

SC STATE UNIVERSITY SC State University prepares highly skilled, competent and socially aware graduates to enable them to work and live productively in a dynamic, global society. SC State enhances the quality of life of citizens and contributes to the economic development of the state, region and nation.

CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY Claflin University challenges students to use disciplined study to explore and confront the substantive challenges facing the global society. Its programs provide students with expanded avenues for professional development and personal fulfillment.

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ECO N O M Y ORANGEBURG COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Orangeburg County Chamber of Commerce assists local businesses and attracts new businesses to the area. The Chamber helps to maintain a positive business climate and to promote an enjoyable quality of life.

TRI-COUNTY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Tri-County Regional Chamber of Commerce strives to make the Berkeley, Dorchester and Orangeburg area a better place to live and work.

The Chamber works with the region?s economic development commissions for new and expanding industries in an effort to stimulate additional capital investments, create more and better paying jobs, and to diversify and broaden the tax base.

MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH CAROLINA (MASC) Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC) is dedicated to serving the state?s 270 incorporated municipalities. The Association offers services, programs and tools to give municipal governments the knowledge, experience and tools for enabling an efficient and effective operation.

S.C. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE The S.C. Department of Commerce serves the State of South Carolina, this agency joins forces with the County throughout the corporate recruitment process, as well as in initiatives designed to retain and expand manufacturing, corporate headquarters, research and development, and other significant business operations. The state offers financial incentives which can include offsets to the state corporate income tax, grants and cash rebates to underwrite some business project costs, and workforce training programs designed to deliver a ?turnkey? workforce at little to no cost to the employer.

LOW ER SAVANNAH COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS The Lower Savannah Council of Governments is a six county regional organization by law exists to act as a regional facilitator on all federally funded transportation, water, and sewer projects. It also administers the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs designed to strategically funnel federal dollars into workforce training in relevant in-demand occupations. Beyond these roles, the LSCOG also acts as the clearinghouse on a variety of federal statistics, including the U.S. Census and transportation data.

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ECO N O M Y Unemployment Trends, 2006 - 2016

UNEMPLOYMENT The unemployment trends for Orangeburg County for the past 10 years are shown below.

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Orangeburg County has a much higher unemployment rate when compared to

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the State of South Carolina and the United States. However, the annual trend is

8.6%

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shown to be decreasing.

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As of December 2016, the unemployment rate for Orangeburg County has dropped to 8.6%, compared to the State's rate of 4.8%, as reported by SC DEW.

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Orangeburg County is ranked 4th in the State with the highest 2

unemployment rate.

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LABOR AND INDUSTRY

Sant ee Labor Force Trends

The labor and industry activity trends for the Town of Santee and Orangeburg County are shown below.

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The total civilian labor force for Orangeburg county as of May 2017 was 34,905, of which 94.2% were employed and 5.8% were unemployed.

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The total civilian labor force for the Town of Santee as of 2016 was 362, of which 90.3% were employed and 9.7% were unemployed.

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ECO N O M Y Trends in Top Indust ries, 2000-2016

INDUSTRY (CONT) The historical employment of individuals 16 and over in the top industry sectors for the Town of Santee are shown below as well as the 20 largest employers for Orangeburg County.

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The Retail Trade sector for the Town of Santee has seen the largest increase in employees from 2000 to 2016, followed by Agriculture/Mining.

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The employing sector with the largest decrease was the Public Administration/Services, followed by Manufacturing.

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In terms of the total number of workers employed by a certain industry sector, the trade with the greatest number of employees for the Town of Santee in 2016 was Public Administration/Services (92), followed by Retail Trade (78), and Agriculture/Mining (49).

Knowledge of the types of industry employing citizens in an area is as important to understanding the character of a community and planning for future changes as are projections of population growth. The growth or decline of certain industries can impact how much land should be dedicated to commercial or industrial uses, the type of educational resources needed in the area, provide insight on where to focus future economic development efforts and what government services will be needed in the future.

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ECO N O M Y INDUSTRY (CONT) The following figures illustrate Santee's work area, which reflects jobs per square mile as well as the top employers for Orangeburg County.

Sant ee Work Area Profile Analysis

Inflow Out flow of Workers The figure to the right reflects the inflow and outflow of workers in Santee.

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1,214 people are employed in Santee but live outside the area.

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280 workers live in town but are employed outside.

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23 workers are employed and live in Santee.

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ECO N O M Y INDUSTRY (CONT)

2015 Employment Wage Comparison

The following shows a comparison of estimated average wage information of Orangeburg County and South Carolina for the year 2015.

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The total average employment for Orangeburg County is 27,533 as compared to South Carolina's total average employment of 1,954,469.

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In 2015, the average wage in Orangeburg County was 15% less than the average wage for the state of South Carolina as a whole.

The following shows the household income levels for the Town of Santee and Orangeburg County.

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The Town of Santee has a lower percentage of households that fall into the lowest income brackets than that of the County.

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The median income for Santee is higher than that of the County.

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Both Orangeburg County and Santee are below the State's median household income of $45,563.

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2016 Household and Family Income

ECO N O M Y EDUCATION This section reviews the educational characteristics of the residents of Santee and Orangeburg County. The purpose of this section is to provide some guidance on where improvements may be needed and how these improvements could impact the area?s economic situation.

Education has an indirect influence on development and the quality of development in a community. Higher educational attainment generally equates to higher levels of income and standards of living, which affect the quality of housing and development, and enhanced living environments. Conversely, with lower levels of educational attainment the standards of living are negatively impacted.

The data presented in this section relies on statistics from various sources such as ?SC Department of Education,? ?SC Statistical Abstract,? ?SC Department of Employment and Workforce,? and the 2010 US Census Bureau.

The figure to the right illustrates the educational attainment levels of persons 25 years and over from 2000 to 2016 and for the 2016 estimated year for the Town of Santee.

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From 2000 to 2016, pre-high school dropout rates have increased by 29%.

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The number of students that attend high school, but do not recieve a degree has decreased by 25% over the 16 year period.

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The town also experienced an increase in those who opted to continue on to college or higher education by 93%.

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Based on 2016 data, a large majority of Santee's population (38.9%) has a High School Diploma followed by 18.6% of the population holding a bachelor 's degree.

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17% of the population has no diploma at all.

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81.7% of the population has a high school diploma or higher.

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Educat ional At t ainment Levels, 2000 - 2016

ECO N O M Y EDUCATION The Town of Santee?s school aged children are served by Orangeburg Consolidated School District Three (OCSD3), which is comprised of one high school (Lake Marion High and Technology Center), one middle school (Holly Hill-Roberts), one Pre-K through eight school (Elloree Elementary), and three elementary schools (Holly Hill, St James-Gaillard, and Vance-Providence). OCSD3 serves approximately 3,000 students as of the 2016-2017 school year.

The 2016 SC Annual District Report Card for OCSD3, grades Pr-K through 12, shows a student enrollment of 2,972 and an overall performance of average. An average performance rating means that the District meets the standards for progress toward the 2020 SC Performance Vision. The Vision being that by 2020 all students will graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to compete successfully in the global economy, participate in a democratic society and contribute positively as members of families and communities. (Source: SC State Department of Education 2016 OCSD3 Annual Report Card) The 2016 SC Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (SCPASS) is a statewide assessment administered to students in grades four through eight in Spring 2016. All students in these grade levels are required to take the SCPASS except those who qualify for the SC Alternate Assessment. SCPASS includes tests in two subjects: science and social studies.

The High School Assessment Program (HSAP) is no longer a requirement for students as of 2015, which was an end of the year exit examination required to earn a South Carolina high school diploma. The End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP) provides tests in high school core courses and for courses taken in middle school for high school credit. The EOCEP tests in Algebra1/Math for the Technologies2; English 1; US History and the Constitution; and Biology 1/Applied Biology 2.

The charts below depict the 2016 SCPASS test scores in Science and Social Studies for Orangeburg County School District 3 (OCSD3), reported by the SC State Department of Education.

End of Course Test s 2016

SCPASS Test Scores 2016

Percent of tests with scores of 70 or above on: 73.2%

ALGEBRA 1

63.9% 52.5%

SCIENCE

OUR DISTRICT STATEWIDE

SOCIAL STUDIES 18

50%

ENGLISH 1 BIOLOGY 1 US HISTORY

82.4% 78.9% 75.9% 71.2%

NEEDS AND GOALS

Ec o n o m y The level of economic activity and new development in an area is a primary contributing factor to the level of growth and the amount of revenue available to a unit of government. With increased revenue, the government entity has the opportunity to improve services, which improve quality of life and in turn can facilitate additional growth. The Town of Santee should strive to achieve and maintain economic resilience.

Santee will be an integral part of a strong, diverse, and growing regional economy, providing economic opportunities for its citizens and fostering fiscal health for local government services and facilities.

Economic Development needs include, but are not limited to the following:

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Su ppor t pr ogr am s t h at w ill h elp im pr ove per capit a an d h ou seh old in com es in t h e ar ea;

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Wor k w it h local sch ools in or der t o bu ild a r eliable w or k f or ce by in cr easin g t h e edu cat ion al level of it s cit izen s an d su ppor t ef f or t s of vocat ion al an d t ech n ical college oppor t u n it ies;

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Su ppor t exist in g in du st r ies, en cou r agin g n ew bu sin ess st ar t -u ps, in clu din g sm all bu sin ess en t er pr ises an d at t r act in g n ew t ar get ed sect or s t o t h e r egion ;

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Fost er a st able an d com pet it ive bu sin ess clim at e; an d

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Avoid lan d u se con f lict s bet w een in du st r ial developm en t an d pr eser vat ion of pr im e f ar m lan d.

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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES

Ec o n o m y GOAL 6: Continue to promote and support the improvement of

GOAL 1: Place a high priority on projects that will generate and attract private sector employment, improvements, or investments,

local schools that will encourage a well-trained and diversified

that are consistent with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan.

workforce.

GOAL 2: Strive to attract and retain clean, safe, and high paying

GOAL 7: Encourage renovation and re-use of vacant industrial

industries to the town.

and commercial properties.

GOAL 3: Establish and support a close working relationship

GOAL 8: Encourage the operation of small, independent

between the town, county, regional, and state economic

businesses.

developers and area education providers.

GOAL 9: Explore the opportunity for an alternative to the GOAL 4: Continue to support and encourage infrastructure

traditional public school system (i.e. charter school,

improvements that will improve the quality of life and attract new

technology/vocational schools, magnet schools, and virtual

businesses and industries.

schools.

GOAL 5: Nurture existing businesses as well as providing

GOAL 10: Encourage tourism and professional visitors by

incentives for new businesses by communication of local events

promoting the town's assets and supporting facilities to

and activities.

accommodate visitors. Promote Santee's quality of life through national marketing campaigns.

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CH A PTER TH REE N a t u r a l Re so u rc e s The natural resources element includes information on climate, topography, water and air quality, soil characteristics, and other natural resources of the Town of Santee. This section of the plan seeks to inventory and highlight some of these resources in order to develop goals and strategies for protecting them as the Town continues to grow.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES Int roduct ion Natural resources are included in this Plan because of: their significant contribution to the character and quality of life in Santee and the region; their local value; their ability to attract new residents; and be-cause South Carolina State Planning Law requires that a Natural Resources Element be included in the Comprehensive Plan. As a steward of natural resources, the Town has a responsibility to coordinate with other jurisdictions and agencies to minimize the impacts of growth on the natural environment.

A key component in protecting natural resources is the promotion of sustainable development practices and patterns. The concept of ?sustainability? involves the ability of a community and society to meet the needs of the present population while ensuring that fu-ture generations have the same or better opportunities.

There are increasing concerns that, as a culture, we are using resources at a faster rate than we are replen-ishing them, and are creating communities that are not sustainable in the long run. Santee seeks to progress in a manner that conserves natural resources and minimizes degradation of the natural environment.

One of the challenges in addressing sustainability in a community comprehensive plan is that many of the issues are global in nature ? air quality, biodiversity, ozone and climate depletion, food production, and others - and it is often difficult to identify how lo-cal planning policies can address these issues. It can be overwhelming for community leaders to address these issues, particularly when the community has its hands full with local development issues. However, the Town believes it is important to act responsibly through the implementation of strategies to address these issues. Santee aspires to think globally, with the big picture in view, while acting locally, recognizing that these efforts must be balanced with other local demands on government time and resources.

Background Numerous agencies are involved in the protection of natural resources including but not limited to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC), the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management (OCRM), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and non-profit agencies such as the Chamber of Commerce, along with the citizens and local government officials of Santee and Orangeburg County.

Santee is located in the southeast corner of Orangeburg County. It is accessible by Interstate 95, Highway 6, Highway 301 and U.S. 15.

Orangeburg County is the second largest county in land area in the south central part of the State of South Carolina. The area comprises over 1,100 square miles. Great natural resources exist within the 224 mile boundary of Orangeburg County. It is located in three Coastal Plain provinces. Santee is situated in the largest of the three, the Atlantic Coast Flatwoods, which comprises about 54% of the County.

The County is witnessing increasing development. Most of this development is occurring in the suburban areas near the towns and has not yet spoiled the natural beauty of the rural areas of the county. It is in these rural areas that the natural resources are most evident.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES CLIMATE The Town of Santee is located in the southeastern part of Orangeburg County. The climate of Santee is typical of southeastern areas in that it has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by ample rainfall, mild winters and hot summers. The climate is suitable for many agricultural, economical and recreational endeavors.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 92 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 35 degrees. The annual average temperature is 65 degrees and the average annual precipitation is 48 inches. Rainfall is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year.

Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric

Administration (NOAA)

In Orangeburg County, declarations of drought occur frequently. Agricultural production has been affected in the past by the lack of rain and extremely high temperatures. Particularly in the summer months, the range for drought in the region is abnormally dry to severely dry. Statistics provided by the SC State Climate Office makes it safe to assume that Orangeburg County experiences periods of moderate drought throughout the year. As of June 2016, Orangeburg County?s drought status has been within the normal range.

Source: SC State Climatology Office. Source: SC State Climatology Office

TOPOGRAPHY When traveling throughout Orangeburg County, the nature of the land changes dramatically from the western part to the eastern end of the county. The County lies within three land resource areas, where climate, soil conditions, vegetation, and land use are similar.

Orangeburg County is part of the Georgia-Carolina Sand Hill area, the Southern Coastal Plain, and Atlantic Coast Flatwood area. The Georgia-Carolina Sand Hill extends across the northern portion of the county. The area tends to be mostly forest and pasture land.

The Southern Coastal Plain occupies the north and central sections of the county. The Atlantic Coast Flatwood area occupies most of the southern half of the county. The area is used primarily for woodlands, crops, and pasture, and is well suited for farming.

The Town of Santee is within the geological division area called the Aiken Plateau, an upland plain with steep sided valleys. Santee?s topography is characterized by flat, slightly sloping terrain, ranging from 77 feet above mean sea level (MSL) in the northern portion adjacent to Lake Marion, to 136 feet MSL on the southern edge.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES WATER RESOURCES Orangeburg County lies within both the Ashley-Combahee-Edisto (ACE) River Basin, which drains most of the County, and the Santee River Basin, which drains in a narrow strip bordering Lake Marion. The principal streams include the South Fork Edisto River, the North Fork Edisto River, the Edisto River, and Four Hole Swamp. Water quality for the streams indicates water is generally of exceptional natural quality. Although no major rivers cross the County, these smaller rivers and creeks are sub-stained during drought periods because of the storage characteristics and the surface of the geological formations in which the streams are cut.

Both surface and ground water are excellent for most uses in the different areas of the county. From the Inventory of Lakes in South Carolina, 71 lakes and ponds in the County with total surface areas of 1,597 acres have been listed. The South Carolina Water Resources Commission identifies two sites in Orangeburg County for being candidates for inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic River System. These sites are the North-South Fork Edisto River, and the Edisto River.

The McBean-Warley Hill formation underlies the northeastern third of the County. It is the most productive aquifer in Orangeburg County. The formation generally has fairly high yields. Six-inch wells drilled into the formation report ranges from 50 to 400 gallons of water per minute, with an average yield of 172 gallons per minute. The Santee Limestone formation underlies the remainder of the County and is the second most productive aquifer. Wells drilled 8 to 10 inches yield 200 to 700 gallons per minute in the lower coastal plain of the County.

Adequate water supply is vital to the development and growth of Orangeburg County. The water resources of Orangeburg County compare satisfactorily with the other counties in South Carolina.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES WATER RESOURCES Floodplains are another important natural resource in Orangeburg County. They perform vital natural functions such as temporary storage of floodwaters, moderation of peak flood flows, maintenance of water quality, groundwater recharge, the prevention of erosion, a habitat for diverse natural wildlife populations, recreational opportunities, and aesthetic quality. Flooding in the County is primarily due to intense severe thunderstorm activity and the effects of hurricanes and tropical storm events from the coastal area. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has determined areas subject to flooding in the County. The floodplain mapping study depicting the flood risks for Orangeburg County was submitted in June 2015. The primary risks classifications used were the 1- percent annual chance flood event, the 0.2 percent annual chance flood event, and areas of minimal flood risk.

FEMA Floodplain Map, Orangeburg Count y

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES WATER RESOURCES In 2012, the United States Congress passed the Biggert-Waters Flood Reform Act of 2012, which mandated changes to FEMA policies, as well as the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). These changes most significantly impact local flood insurance rates. To attempt to mitigate not only high flood insurance costs but also the impacts of future hazards, Orangeburg County continuously works with local government entities to create and implement the Orangeburg County Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). The plan was originally adopted in 2005, and updates occur every five years to ensure the plan is relevant. The County recently conducted the 5-year updates to the HMP, and adopted the Plan December 2016. All 17 municipalities within Orangeburg County have adopted the Hazard Mitigation Plan, and this collaboration ensures that all communities within the County agree to implement the strategies set forth in the Plan.

The risk assessment and planning map reflects flood data and areas of flood risk. On the following page is the flood risk map for Orangeburg County, as developed by FEMA and SCDNR.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES W ETLANDS The term wetlands means those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adopted for life in saturated soil conditions.

Wetlands generally include swamps, marshes, bogs, and similar areas.

Wetlands are considered by the state and federal governments to be important to the public interest. As such, they are protected by state and federal laws. Prerequisite to the development of such lands is a ?jurisdictional determination? by the U.S. Corps of Engineers.

The extent to which wetlands are found in the Town of Santee is relatively small, although characteristically wet soil is prevalent throughout.

The only documented wetlands within the town limits are found in the mid-western section of town along Chapel Branch. There are also four (4) freshwater ponds scattered throughout the town. However, wetlands abound outside the town limits, particularly towards the west of town.

The map to the right shows the extent of the wetland areas within and around Santee. These areas provide for an extensive plant and wildlife habitat. Plant and animal habitats include the entire county, and are found in a wide range of environments from the urban developed area to the agricultural and forestlands, and wetlands. Wetland areas not only provide for a great diversity of wildlife and plant habitat, but also provide flood control and nourish the water supply.

Efforts should be made to protect these sensitive areas from any intrusive development activities. Santee should give consideration in establishing protected areas to ensure that these lands are conserved for green space and recreational purposes for the enjoyment of all.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES FLOODWAYS Below is the official FEMA flood map as of 2016 for the Town of Santee. Though there are no direct flood zones identified within the town limits, there are areas within close proximity outside of town that have been determined to flood. Areas around Lake Marion, particularly north of town, have been identified as well as zones southeast of town.

INSERT FIRM MAP OF SANTEE HERE

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES GROUND AND SURFACE WATER HYDROLOGY Ground water in the town occurs under both water table and artesian conditions. The water table over most of the area is quite close to the surface. Recharge is by direct accumulation from precipitation. Discharge is by springs, swamps, and streams underlying artesian aquifers. Recharge for an artesian aquifer is determined to a large degree by the difference in the head between the water table and the surface.

In South Carolina, water table aquifer fluctuations are related to precipitation during the winter and the cooler months of the spring and autumn. During the summer there is a decline in water levels even though the rainfall is heavier during this period. Summer rains tend to be intense rather than long lasting and this causes surface runoff, as opposed to infiltration, more prevalent.

SOIL CHARACTERISTICS The topography of Orangeburg County influences soil formation because it affects moisture, vegetation, temperature, and erosion. As a result, several different types of soil may form. Southeast of the city of Orangeburg, most of the soils are level with shallow depressions and drainage ways as well as gently sloping low ridges. The area northwest of Orangeburg is better drained with steeper slopes. The development of a soil depends largely on the time and intensity of forming factors. The soils in Orangeburg County range from immature to mature. Most of the soils in the uplands have well-developed horizons that are easily recognized. Those soils deposited along streams are young and have not been in place long enough for distinct horizon development.

The Town of Santee is built principally on Goldsboro, Lynchburg, Noboco, Rains, and Coxville soils. Each of these soils is characteristically wet, posing severe building site limitations. The area adjacent to Lake Marion is the Noboco-Faceville-Neeses group that is a well-drained sandy soil that has loamy or clayey subsoil. This is classified as a Southern Coastal Plain soil. The landscape of this group typically has moderate relief, and the scenic quality is good. Vegetative patterns provide a great deal of visual diversity. The landscape is broad to narrow, nearly level to sloping ridges, separated by well-defined drainage ways. Many well-kept residences and farmsteads and numerous roads have this soil. Slopes generally are smooth, convex, and medium in length, but they can range to complex, rolling and short. Slopes range from 0% to 15%. About 20% is Noboco soils; 18% Faceville soil; 16% Neeses soil; and 46% soil of a minor extent.

Approximately 60% of the acreage of the Noboco-Faceville-Neeses soil group is cleared and used for row crops, small grains, pasture, or hay. The soils are well suited to very poorly suited to corn, soybeans, and small grains. Erosion is a hazard on the more sloping fields.

Conservation tillage, contour farming, and terraces reduce runoff and help to control erosion. This group is also suited or well suited to pasture and hay.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES SOIL CHARACTERISTICS The second soil type is the Goldsboro-Noboco-Rains group which is a part of the Atlantic Coast Flat woods classification. These soils are moderately well drained, well drained and poorly drained soils. This group is loamy or sandy soil that has loamy subsoil. The landscape of this group typically has little relief, and the scenic quality is fair. Vegetative patterns provide limited diversity to a somewhat homogeneous landscape. The landscape is broad, nearly level to gently sloping ridges dissected by shallow drainage ways and depressions. Slopes generally are long, smooth and range from 0% to 6%. Residences, farmsteads, and roads have this soil. These sands area generally located south of SC Highway 6. About 19% is Goldsboro soils; 18% Noboco soils; 12% Rains soils; and 51% soils of minor extent.

Approximately 70% of the acreage of the Goldsboro-Noboco-Rains soil group is cleared and used for row crops, pasture, or hay. The cleared areas are mostly the better drained soils. The soils of this group are well suited to corn, soybeans, and small grains; however, the more poorly drained soils at the lower elevation require drainage to consistently produce high yields.

VEGETATION The vegetation around the Town of Santee consists largely of active farmlands and open woodlands. The major types are slash and loblolly pine, oaks, dogwood, and poplar trees. A majority of lands surrounding the town are farmland and pasture land, with natural plantings indigenous to the area.

FARMLAND SOILS Productive soils generally predominate over large areas in Orangeburg County, providing expansive areas suitable for agriculture. From the USDA Soil Survey of Orangeburg County, SC 1988, 37% of Orangeburg County?s land area was farmland soils, categorized by the United States Department of Agriculture as prime farmland, state-wide significant soils, or unique soils. Prime farmland soils are best suited for the production of food, feed, forage, fiber and oilseed crops. Prime farmland soils produce the highest yields and require minimal inputs of energy and economic resources. Farming from these soils results in the least damage to the environment. This farmland is throughout the county, but most is in the eastern part. Overall, the suitability of the soils in Orangeburg County for increased production of food is good, and in general, the soils that are well suited to crops and pasture are also well suited to urban development.

The County should exercise extreme caution when planning for future development, as to not exhaust these areas of land identified as prime farmland. The Orangeburg County Soil and Water Conservation District?s mission is to provide local leadership to implement programs that protect, restore or improve the natural resources of the county. Continued support and collaborative efforts should be maintained with this entity.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES AIR QUALITY Air quality is monitored and regulated by several agencies including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the SCDHEC Bureau of Air Quality (BAQ). The Clean Air Act, which was last amended in 1990, requires EPA to set National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for wide-spread pollutants from numerous and diverse sources considered harmful to public health and the environment.

The Clean Air Act established two types of national air quality standards. Primary standards set limits to protect public health, including the health of ?sensitive? populations such as asthmatics, children, and the elderly. Secondary standards set limits to protect public welfare, including protection against visibility impairment and damage to animals, crops, vegetation, and buildings. EPA has set NAAQS for six principal pollutants, which are called ?criteria? pollutants. The Clean Air Act requires EPA to review scientific information and standards for each pollutant every five years. In 2008, EPA set new standards for ozone pollution, called primary 8-hour ozone standards that reflect new scientific evidence regarding ozone and its effects on public health and the environment. The new standards set the ozone limit at a maximum of 0.075 parts per million.

The BAQ is responsible for the conservation and enhancement of air resources in South Carolina in accordance with regulations pursuant to the Pollution Control Act, the Asbestos Licensing Act, and the Clean Air Act. The EPA and the BAQ have implemented an air quality monitoring program throughout South Carolina that measures concentrations of major pollutants in the ambient air. The effectiveness of the State?s air quality program is measured in part by the rate of compliance with applicable statutes and regulations, and in part by the State?s attainment status for the NAAQS. Nonattainment of NAAQS has serious implications including: -

Public health impacts such as asthmas and lung issues;

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New stringent air pollution control regulatory standards such as requirements to develop traffic restrictions to reduce nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds from automobiles, mandated use of low sulfur fuels, carpooling or busing requirements, and reduced driving days (failure to comply with such regulations can result in withholding of federal high-way construction funds); Impacts to industry and economic development due to required air pollution controls resulting in increased costs for goods and/or reduced employment opportunities.

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More information about air monitoring and the ambient air network monitoring plan can be found on SCDHEC?s website: www.scdhec.gov/HomeAndEnvironment/Air/AmbientAir/.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES AIR QUALITY The Town of Santee is a gateway to many outdoor recreational opportunities in the Santee-Cooper Country. Nestled along I-95 and adjacent to Lake Marion, Santee offers access to some of the best fishing in the Southeast, as well as boating, golfing, camping, wildlife watching and guided nature tours. Santee?s motto is ?An Oasis of Recreation.?

There are several educational and recreational sites in Orangeburg County and easily accessible to the citizens of Santee that are important in the field of education and the preservation of natural resources, or are of recreational value. Listed below are some of these sites and educational opportunities: Orangeburg Count y Soil and Wat er Conservat ion Dist rict - The District's mission is to provide local leadership to implement all programs that protect, restore or improve the natural resources of Orangeburg County.

Keep Orangeburg Count y Beaut iful/ Palmet t o Pride - Assists with the education, training, and program development of local citizens to prevent and reduce litter, create beautification projects and community greening, and educate its citizens.

Clemson Cooporat ive Ext ension - The local extension provides expertise in Agronomic crops, economic and community development, food safety and nutrition, 4-H, horticulture, livestock and forages, and natural resources.

Sant ee Cooper W ildlife Management Area - SC DNR manages public lands to conserve natural features and cultural resources that are quickly disappearing as the state's population increases. The Santee Cooper Wildlife Management Area offers opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts such as hiking, fishing, biking, and horseback riding.

Indian Bluff Recreat ional Park - This park is great for outdoor recreation. It is located by the waters of Lake Marion. There are accommodations for picnicking, a playground, hiking trails, fishing, and a boat ramp.

Sant ee St at e Park - Located on Lake Marion, with convenient access from two interstate highways, this 2,496 acre park offers camping fishing, biking, hiking, and much more.

Sant ee Cooper Lakes (Lake Marion and Lake Moult rie) - The lakes offer 315 miles of shoreline along Lake Marion alone. The lakes offer numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, and camping.

Edist o River - The North Fork of Edisto River runs through Orangeburg County and is only passable by canoe or kayak. The Edisto River is one of the few remaining black water stream systems in the United States that is still in good ecological condition, and is one of the longest free-flowing black water rivers in North America, flowing over 250 meandering miles.

Friends of t he Edist o (FRED) - The mission of FRED is to protect and enhance the natural and cultural character and resources of the Edisto River Basin through conservation and responsible use.

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N A TU RA L RESO U RCES Edist o Memorial Gardens - First established in the 1920's and dedicated to Confederate soldiers, the gardens started on just five acres of land. Since then, the gardens have grown to encompass 175 acres and showcase azaleas, camellias, roses, and centuries-old cypress trees.

Golfing - There are numerous locations and opportunities for golfing in the eastern Orangeburg County area. There are three golf courses within the town limits; Lake Marion Golf Club, Santee Cooper Country Club and Santee National Golf Club.

Parks/ Trails - The Santee Recreation and Water Park opened in 2015. It has a zero-entry pool with fountains and spray jets, as well as a twisting water slide. It also has a swimming pool and athletic fields. The Palmetto Trail is the state's largest bicycle and pedestrian project that was conceived in 1994. The Santee section of the trail is 12 miles in length and passes predominantly through agricultural lands. The northern trailhead (Santee Passage) begins at the Santee Town Hall Complex. The Santee Town Hall Complex includes Santee's Town Hall, the Cultural Arts and Visitors Center, a gazebo, picnic shelters, and access to the Palmetto Trail. There are public restrooms and drinking water available at this location.

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NEEDS AND GOALS

N at u r a l Re so u rc e s A unique quality of The Town of Santee and its surrounding area is that there is an abundant supply of open space where wildlife is plentiful and land remains in its natural untouched state.

The primary goal for the Town of Santee is to promote the protection and preservation of natural and scenic areas within and around the area. Actions will be taken to mitigate any potential negative impacts of growth and development, and enhanced, where appropriate.

Specifically, the Town should conserve and responsibly utilize its natural resources by providing for land development and zoning regulations that: -

Pr eser ve an d pr ot ect soil an d w at er qu alit y t h r ou gh r egu lat ion s f or st or m w at er con t r ol an d w at er sh ed pr ot ect ion best m an agem en t pr act ices.

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Respect an d m an age n at u r al r esou r ces t h r ou gh con ser vat ion of in t act n at u r al en vir on m en t s an d r est or at ion of dist u r bed n at u r al en vir on m en t s. Nat u r al r esou r ces in clu de w at er r esou r ces su ch as r iver s, lak es, cr eek s, an d aqu if er s; w et lan ds; Car olin a Bays; r ipar ian cor r idor s; n at ive plan t s an d w ildlif e; an d sign if ican t scen ic ar eas.

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St r ive f or clean er air an d w at er , an d su ppor t policies an d pr ogr am s t h at w ill f ost er en er gy an d w at er con ser vat ion , st or m w at er m an agem en t , an d r edu ced solid w ast e gen er at ion .

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In cr ease t h e n u m ber of beau t if icat ion pr oject s in t h e t ow n t h at h elp t o accen t u at e t h e abu n dan t n at u r al r esou r ces in t h e ar ea.

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Pr om ot e t h e h ealt h an d w ell bein g of t h e cit izen s of San t ee, an d in cr ease t h eir qu alit y of lif e an d en joym en t in h avin g at t r act ive n at u r al r esou r ces an d r ecr eat ion al oppor t u n it ies af f or ded t o t h em .

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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES

N at u r a l Re so u rc e s

The following strategic actions should be undertaken by the Town and cooperating agencies that pro-mote and protect natural resources in the community. These implementation strategies will be reviewed at a minimum of every five years and updated every ten years from the date of adoption of this Plan.

GOAL 7: Promote sustainable, low impact development practices

GOAL 1: Continue to review and update the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance to better ensure more compatible growth

including but not limited to stormwater management,

and development, and the protection and preservation of existing

maintenance of vegetative cover, buffers and setbacks, and

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conservation set-asides in development plans and the Zoning Ordinance.

GOAL 2: Promote the beautification of public areas of the town GOAL 8: Develop community parks and neighborhood

through landscaping and maintenance of the land.

playgrounds in several areas of the community.

GOAL 3: Support, promote, and educate the citizens on the GOAL 9: Begin development of a bike trail and walking trail

importance of recycling, continue Orangeburg County Recycles.

system in the town.

GOAL 4: Support and develop special recreational and outdoor activities through existing groups and through the development of

GOAL 10: Consider the development of a greenway plan to

new groups (ex. gardening clubs, yard of the month programs,

preserve open space, connect public land uses, provide a trail

volunteer highway cleanup.

network, and connect areas which retain a natural character.

GOAL 11: Strive to attract and retain environmentally clean

GOAL 5: Initiate a Yard of the Month program to build and foster

industries to the area.

community pride and to improve the appearance of the Town.

GOAL 6: Continue to comply with state and federal regulations as related to the management and protection of floodplains and the Zoning Ordinance.

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CH A PTER FOU R H ist o r ic A N D Cu l t u r a l Re so u rc e s The Historic and Cultural Resources Element of the Comprehensive Plan relates to historically significant sites and cultural resources in the Town of Santee and the surrounding area. This portion of the plan is designed to inventory these resources in order to determine ways to preserve them. There should be a recognized need for more public awareness of the importance of history and natural beauty to the quality of life in Santee, appreciated by both residents and visitors. The recognition and appreciation of the Town?s historic legacy is not just an issue of historic preservation, but a key contributor to the local economy. A vision for Santee should be a call for the preservation of rural community character, cultural resources and traditional lifestyles, while enhancing and promoting those resources.

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H ISTO RIC A N D CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES HISTORY Or an gebu r g Cou n t y has a rich and varied history. The area was first settled in 1704 by an Indian trader named George Sterling. In 1730 a six square mile township, one of nine in the state, was formed by the General Assembly of the Province of South Carolina. The purpose of the townships was to provide land to poor immigrants, and in 1735 a colony of 220 German-Swiss and Rhineland German immigrants settled in the township on the banks of the North Edisto River. The river gave the early settlers access to the port of Charleston and also provided fertile land for farming. The township was named Orangeburgh after the Prince of Orange, son-in-law of King George II of England. Orangeburgh District, one of seven court districts, was established in 1769 and was declared a county in 1868, which was when the ?h? in ?Orangeburgh? was dropped.

Orangeburg County is the site of several Revolutionary skirmishes, all of which took place in 1781. The bloodiest battle was in September 1781 at Eutaw Springs; this was the last major Revolutionary engagement in South Carolina. Both the British and the Continental troops claimed victory in the battle, although with the British losing 683 soldiers and the Americans losing 517 soldiers, the toll was severe for both sides. Other notable skirmishes that year include the Battle of Orangeburgh, the Battle of Fort Motte and the Battle of Thomson?s Plantation.

Religion played an important role in Orangeburg?s beginning. The first church of Orangeburg was of Lutheran denomination and later became the Episcopal Church. Immigrants of the Protestant and newly formed Methodist faith were also among those who first settled in Orangeburg County.

Several historic houses, churches and sites can be found in Orangeburg County. Sites of interest include: Middlepen Plantation north of Orangeburg (of Revolutionary era ? also known as the Donald Bruce House), Trinity United Methodist Church in Orangeburg, the Pioneer Graveyard in Orangeburg, Cattle Creek Campground in Rowesville, and the Southern Railway Passenger Depot in Branchville.

Orangeburg County also has nine Historic Districts which are listed on the National Register for Historic Preservation (see below for listings).

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Amelia Street Historic District

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Orangeburg Downtown Historic District

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Cattle Creek Campground

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South Carolina State College Historic District (Lowman

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Claflin College Historic District (Tingley Memorial Hall)

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East Russell Street Area Historic District

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Treadwell Street Historic District

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Ellis Avenue Historic District

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Whitman Street Area Historic District

Hall; Hodge Hall)

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H ISTO RIC A N D CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES HISTORY The Tow n of San t ee is located in the northeastern most part of Orangeburg County on the shores of Lake Marion. The Town of Santee was incorporated on May 20, 1949, with the first mayor being Mr. Jimmy Smith. He served in the position for 22 years.

Throughout the 1700s and 1800s, ?the river ? posed an impediment to the movement of goods and travel from east to west and vice versa, except for ferry crossings established during the period at places like Vance and McCord?s Ferry, further upstream. With the advent of the automobile in the early part of the twentieth century, increased pressures were made to provide for more convenient and passable roadways. In 1927, a more modern river crossing in the form of a bridge, located between Summerton and Santee was built. This bridge facilitated the further extensions of US Highways 301 and 15. This subsequent intersection of US 301 and 15 with SC Highway 6 laid the groundwork for a crossroads community.

The town formally received its name (an Indian word meaning ?the rivers?) in the 1930?s. By the 1940?s, with the U.S. Highways 301 and 15 being routed through the area, the community began to grow and thrive. Up until this point, the primary occupation in the Santee area was farming. It wasn?t until the 1950s and 1960s that Santee began to give serious attention to the economic impact of travel and tourism. By the early 1970s, in anticipation of the opening of I-95 through Santee, new motels, restaurants and businesses had been built along the SC 6 corridor. In the mid-1970s the Town and local business leaders worked together to secure federal funds to plan for and install central water and sewer systems. Bringing in central water and sewer, along with the completion of the I-95 bridge span across Lake Marion signaled a new era of growth and development for the Santee community. Though a far cry from the little crossroads community that it was in the early 1940s, Santee still maintains its small town feel, while proudly reflecting its motto as an ?Oasis of Recreation.?

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H ISTO RICA L & CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES Invent ory There is a strong preservation community composed of a number of organizations that have made a commitment to preserve cultural and historic resources in the County and towns. Much of the responsibility for protecting cultural resources lies outside the purview of local government. Some of the agencies involved in the protection of cultural resources include: -

The State Historic Preservation Office

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The Orangeburg County Historical Society

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The SC Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology

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The Orangeburgh German-Swiss Geneological Society

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The National Trust for Historic Preservation

The Town of Santee has an abundance of historic and culturally significant places and are listed by category.

Mims Tourist Inn

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H ISTO RICA L & CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES BUILDINGS/ SITES

L & M Grade "A" Cafe

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M im s Tou r ist In n - A bus and a gas station, had cabins and a cafe. It was the first establishment in Santee to cater to tourists. It was in operation in the early 1940's.

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Th e L an d M (Livin gst on an d M it ch u m ) Gr ade "A" Caf e - Had both food and gasoline for tourists in 1951.

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Th e Gam ecock Rest au r an t - Operated on Highway 301 when Santee began to attract tourists. A tourist couart had opened prior to the construction of the restaurant.

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Th e Palm s M ot el an d Rest au r an t - In operation from 1953 - 1960. The Palms was one of the motels built when Lake Marion began to attract fishermen and Highway 301 travelers discovered Santee. The Palms was owned by Margaret and C.B. Kelly.

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Th e Clu b Hou se at t h e San t ee Cooper Resor t - An inviting place for many golfers who take advantage of the adjoining golf course.

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Lak e M ar ion Golf Clu b - The first in the area, reflects the architectural beauty of today's course.

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San t ee Nat ion al Golf Clu b - Located on Highway 6, attracts visitors to the Santee area.

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Win gs an d Wh eels - A popular attraction in Santee in the 1960's. Built by Dolph Overton, it featured vintage airplanes and cars. "The Best Friend of Charleston," a replica of the original railway, drew visitors to the Overton complex.

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Th e Br idge over t h e San t ee River - Built in 1927, was a construction marvel.

Construction crews moved in, bringing their families until the bridge was completed. The bridge enabled traffic to move across the river.

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Par ler Sch ool - In 2003, this school was moved to Santee and was renovated and is now used as the Santee Arts and Cultural Center. The photograph below was taken on October 1889.

The Gamecock Restaurant

The Palms Motel and Restaurant

Parler School

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H ISTO RICA L & CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES CHURCHES There are numerous churches in the Town of Santee and in the area outside of town. Churches are the heart and soul of the community, and were often used not only as a place of worship, but also as a gathering place for social and community activities.

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Ch apel Hill M ission ar y Bapt ist Ch u r ch - Organized in 1879. Located on SC 6. Services were first held under a bush arbor. In 1885, a frame building was built. The church was destroyed by fire in 1964, and the congregation met in a tent until the church could be rebuilt.

Im m an u al Fr ee Will Bapt ist Ch u r ch - Organzized in 1986 and located on Five Chop Road.

Jer u salu m M et h odist Ch u r ch - Located on Highway 6 between Santee and Elloree, was organized in 1813.

Lak e M ar ian Ch u r ch Fellow sh ip - An independent interdenominational church organized in 1990.

M t . Hebr on Bapt ist Ch u r ch - Organized in 1908 and located between Elloree and Santee.

Par ler ville A.M .E. Ch u r ch - Organized circa 1893 and located off the State Park Road.

St . An n e's Cat h olic Ch u r ch - Organized in 1927. The original congregation met in Four Holes from 1927-1945. St. Anne's moved from Holly Hill in 1945.

San t ee Bible Bapt ist Ch u r ch - Founded on May 29, 1975, as an independent church.

San t ee Pr esbyt er ian Ch u r ch - Organized in 1985. Located on Bradford Boulevard, was first a mission church sponsored by the First Presbyterian Church in Orangeburg.

CEMETERIES Burial places can reflect and represent an important aspect of a community?s cultural values and practices of the past that help instruct about who they were and are today. Cemeteries and gravesites are among those properties that are ordinarily not considered eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places unless they meet special requirements. Though none of the cemeteries in the Town of Santee are on the National Register, the cultural symbolism of grave markers and social and spiritual values is expressly seen in the burial placements and burying grounds of the community. Below is a listing of the area cemeteries in and around Santee.

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Jer u salu m Ch u r ch Cem et ar y - Oldest grave is dated 1880.

San t ee Cem et ar y - Two miles northwest of Elloree on Highway 6.

Lu t h er an Cem et ar y M t . Hebr on Bapt ist Ch u r ch Cem et ar y

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H ISTO RICA L & CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES NOTABLE RESIDENTS: PAST AND PRESENT -

Dolph Over t on - An instrumental individual in the development of Rings and Wheels, Bradford Village and the Food Lion Shopping Center.

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M r s. M au de M im s - Owned the first tourist court, general store, and meat market in Santee.

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Far k lin Goodw in - One of the first councilmen, served as mayor from 1982-1998. During his tenure, the Town of Santee expanded its coundaries and its water system, as well as planning a Town Center. A new Town Hall was completed, and the old Parler Schoolhouse was acquired and restored as a Cultural Arts and Visitors Center.

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Silas Seabr ook s - Elected mayor of Santee, becoming the first African-American mayor in South Carolina. During Mayor Seabrooks' first term, the town of Santee and local business leaders worked together to secure sufficient federal grants and loan funds for installing central water and sewer systems. He served as mayor until 1982 and returned to office as mayor in 1998.

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Th e San t ee Rif les - Organized in 1890, was the only company of State Troops ever active for peace service in the Elloree-Santee area. It was one of the older military companies of the State and always took a prominent stand among the militia of the state and carried off honors during the encampments. Thomas W. Strock was the captain of the company.

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Rever en d David W. Cu t t in o - Longtime pastor of Santee Baptist Church in 1871.

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Jim m y N. Sm it h - Santee's first mayor.

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Joh n n y Raven ell - Orangeburg County Councilman.

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Bob an d Cook ie M et zen dor f - Owners of the Gamecock Motel and Restaurant, one of the earliest facilities for travelers in Santee.

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Joseph Oliver Tobu l - A Korean Conflict Marine hero, flew Navy Corsair planes. Governor Jim Hodges proclaimed December 23, 2002 as a "Day in Memory of Joseph O. Tobul," for his heroic deed.

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H ISTO RICA L & CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES CULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL The Town of Santee and Orangeburg County offer a variety of cultural resources for residents and visitors to enjoy. The residents of Santee enjoy many of the pleasures traditionally associated with rural and small town life while maintaining convenient access to the amenities offered by the nearby larger metropolitan areas, such as Charleston, Columbia and the City of Orangeburg.

An abundance of cultural and recreational opportunities also exists within the area for those who wish to stay closer to home. The mild climate inherent to the area provides an environment that is conducive to many outdoor activities such as golf, fishing, hunting, and other recreational outdoor sports.

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Edist o M em or ial Gar den s ? Located on U.S. Highway 301 in Orangeburg where a marker relates the story of less than six hundred confederate soldiers defending the Edisto River Bridge in 1865. Occupying rifle pits located where the gardens are now, these soldiers temporarily halted the advance of the Union Army. On February 12, 1865, outflanked by a much larger force, these defenders were compelled to withdraw for Columbia. Early in the 1920's, the first azaleas were planted on a five-acre plot of cleared land near the river. A city playground was built nearby in 1922. A greenhouse and nursery facility was added in 1947, and to extend the season of beauty, a rose garden was planted in 1951. The Edisto Memorial Gardens now cover 110 acres of azaleas, camellias, roses, and other flowering trees and plants among giant oak, centuries-old cypress, and many other varieties of native trees.

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Br an ch ville Railr oad Sh r in e an d M u seu m - Home of the oldest railroad junction in the world, the museum is located beside the railroad tracks on U.S. Highway 21. From early spring until September the museum is open Sunday afternoons and by appointment at other times.

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I.P. St an back M u seu m / Plan et ar iu m - The museum and planetarium occupy a 16,000 square foot structure on the South Carolina State University campus in Orangeburg. The main gallery houses all types of art and a 40-foot high dome planetarium for star-gazers.

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Eu t aw Spr in gs Bat t lef ield - A monument on Highway 6 in Eutaw Springs designates this historical site as one of the bloodiest battles of the American Revolution. It was the last major Revolutionary Battle in South Carolina (September 8, 1781).

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Or an gebu r g Nat ion al Fish Hat ch er y - The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service operates the hatchery which produces a number of species, including striped bass, red drum, blue catfish, channel catfish and redbreast sunfish. The Hatchery also produces Atlantic and shortnose sturgeon for stocking lakes and streams throughout the southeast. Visitors are welcome and special group tours may be arranged. Located south of Orangeburg, the hatchery is open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.

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H ISTO RICA L & CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES Other opportunities for cultural and recreational activities include: -

Or an gebu r g Cou n t y Libr ar y Syst em / San t ee Br an ch Or an gebu r g Cou n t y Aqu at ic Cen t er / YM CA Ellor ee Her it age M u seu m an d Cu lt u r al Cen t er

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San t ee St at e Par k San t ee Wat er Par k Fest ival Par k

THE ARTS The Orangeburg County Fine Arts Center began in 1978 as a site where members of the Orangeburg community could gather to participate in and enjoy the fine arts, as well as becoming more familiar with the city?s unique history and heritage. A variety of programs are offered and scheduled throughout the year, provided for a diverse age group. Programs include classes in drawing, painting in watercolor, oils and acrylics, pottery, drama workshops, creative writing, calligraphy, music classes, dance, quilting, woodcarving and many others for both children and adults.

GOLF There are many opportunities for golf in and around the Santee area.

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Santee National Golf Club, in Santee at 8636 Old Hwy 6

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Lake Marion Golf Club, in Santee at 9069 Old Hwy 6

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Santee Cooper Country Club, in Santee at 630 Santee Dr.

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Calhoun Country Club, in St. Matthews at 200 Country Club Rd.

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Elloree Golf Club, in Elloree at 9159 Old State Rd.

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Hillcrest Golf Club, in Orangeburg at 1280 State A&M Rd.

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Holly Hill Golf Club, is a 9-hole, par 36 course. Established in 1957, this golf course has a golf pro shop, two hard surface tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool, club house, and full service snack bar and lounge.

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H ISTO RICA L & CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES THE ARTS There are several camping opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast in the area: -

San t ee St at e Par k , located in Santee has two campground sites: the 50-site Cypress View campground sits on the west side of the park, and the Lakeshore Campground, with 108 sites, is located on the east side of the park. Each site is packed with sand and has individual water and electrical hookups and a picnic table. Both campgrounds are convenient to restroom facilities with hot showers. Many of the sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.

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St u m ph ole Lan din g an d Cam pgr ou n d, has 20 available sites with full hookups, picnic tables, and boat dock.

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San t ee Lak es Cam pgr ou n d, located in Summerton has 200 sites. The facilities include restrooms, large swimming pool, sand beach, playground, fishing pier, boat ramp, and a game room.

Additionally there are many privately owned lakefront RV parks, lake access points and restaurants.

FESTIVALS AND TOURNAMENTS There is an abundance of festivals and events that take place throughout the year around the County and the Town of Santee. The Orangeburg County Chamber of Commerce maintains a comprehensive listing of those events on their website: www.orangeburgchamber.com.

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Tast e of San t ee - held on Sunday afternoon with Santee's wonderful restaurants participating.

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Golf Tou r n am en t - a new event for 2018 and sponsored in part by Santee Golf Resort

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Com m u n it y Clean Up Even t s - throughout the month of April

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Spr in g an d Fall Com m u n it y Yar d Sale

PARADES Parades gather the community together, and are a special event where everyone belongs and has a role. This includes the spectators, who can reinforce the sense of community and pride.

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H ISTO RICA L & CU LTU RA L RESO U RCES CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS The Town of Santee and Orangeburg County offer a variety of cultural resources for residents and visitors to enjoy. Some of the many resources include clubs and fraternal organizations such as Masonic Temple, Elks, Masonic Temple Eastern Star, Lions Club VFW and civic clubs, Knights of Pythias (KP), Pythian Sisters, Kiwanis Club, Red Hats Society, Rotary in Santee, Shriners, Boys and Girls Club, etc.

RECREATIONAL SPORTS The Santee Parks and Recreation Department is ready to help softball teams schedule practices and games in the newly built Recreation Complex. This complex has two softball fields, a press box, a concession area, along with other sports areas. Bocce ball and basketball courts may also be rented.

The area is fenced all around for safety and is directly adjacent to the Orangeburg County/Town of Santee Aquatic Center on Bass Drive (Highway 15).

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NEEDS AND GOALS

H ist o r ic a n d Cu l t u r a l Re so u rc e s This inventory section of the Historic and Cultural Resources Element focused on the existing historic resources and cultural

amenities in the Town of Santee and the surrounding area. This section will suggest methods of sustaining existing resources as well as possible needed improvements based on the results of the previous section.

The goal of this element is to maintain and enhance the economic viability of historic structures and sites in the community in order to increase the quality of life and enjoyment for the citizens of Santee. Additional goals include:

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Im pr ove t h e aest h et ic appeal an d com m er cial viabilit y of h ist or ic r esou r ces t h r ou gh h ist or ic pr eser vat ion an d adapt ive r eu se.

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Pr om ot e cu lt u r al act ivit ies in t h e Tow n an d Cou n t y t h r ou gh t h e developm en t of a r ecogn izable ch ar act er f or San t ee.

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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES

Santee should take the following actions to promote and protect cultural resources in the Town. These implementation strategies will be re-viewed a minimum of every five years and updated every ten years from the date of adoption of this Plan.

H ist o r ic a n d Cu l t u r a l Re so u rc e s GOAL 6: Continue to enforce the Town's sign ordinance to

GOAL 1: Continue to review and update the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance to ensure that land use compatibility is

maintain consistent, non-intrusive and aesthetically pleasing

maintained and preserved.

signage in the Town.

GOAL 2: Develop and adopt land development regulations that

GOAL 7: Plan and organize more festivals and events in the Town.

will ensure that historic preservation is considered in all future development within the town and that infill development is

GOAL 8: Support the efforts of the cultural and artistic

compatible with existing development.

organizations to rehabilitate and create facilities for cultural and artistic events, including performance, display, and preserving materials.

GOAL 3: Work with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) to submit applications for eligible properties and districts to the

GOAL 9: Support the ongoing efforts to establish a recreational

National Register of Historic Places.

program for the citizens of Santee.

GOAL 4: Support the efforts of professional, fraternal and cultural organizations to provide services and bring cultural events to the

GOAL 10: Support efforts to reopen the Cultural Arts and Visitors

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Center for operation.

GOAL 5: Promote the rehabilitation of historically significant structures and consider incentives to purchase and rehabilitate deteriorating or substandard buildings for adaptive reuse.

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CH A PTER FIV E Co m m u n it y Fa c il it ie s The Community Facilities element of the Comprehensive Plan relates to the activities essential to a community?s growth, development or redevelopment. For the Town of Santee, this includes information on existing infrastructure and other facilities, as well as plans for addressing future facilities needs. This chapter provides a basis for development of plans and policies in each area described, as well as others that may arise.

The first section identifies and evaluates existing community facilities and public services provided in the Town of Santee, and evaluates their extent in relation to current and anticipated future needs.

The second section identifies issues and problems that need to be addressed, and it sets forth goals and objectives designed to minimize or avoid problems and to maximize opportunities.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES Int roduct ion The Town includes community facilities as a component of the Comprehensive Plan to ensure that land use planning is balanced with the availability of public services and infrastructure. Coordinating land use decisions with the provision of public facilities and services protects the quality of life for existing residents and ensures the ability to provide for future residents. There are many agencies involved in the provision of public facilities and services making interjurisdictional coordination a key component in managing them.

Additional information on coordination efforts to ensure efficient provision of public services can be found in Chapter 7, Transportation Element, as well as in Chapter 8, Priority Investment, Implementation, and Coordination Element.

The strategies contained in this Element are intended to ensure that essential facilities and services necessary for the growth, development, or redevelopment of the Town are provided. They are also meant to ensure coordination with the various providers of public facilities and services, including, but not limited to: -

Water and Sewer Service

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES Invent ory The availability and capability of a community?s infrastructure are key factors which impact the quality of life and are critical to the ability of a community to generate and sustain future economic growth and development.

WATER, WATER TREATMENT, AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES The Town of Santee contracts with the Lake Marion Regional Water System which began commercial operation in May 2008, and serves the towns of Santee and Bowman with a system capacity of 8-mgd. Its treatment plant is located near Santee, and is owned and operated by Santee-Cooper, where the water is sold wholesale to the Lake Marion Regional Water Agency (LMRWA). The benefit of being a member of a regionalized water system is decreased water rates and operational costs. The state-owned utility Santee-Cooper manages the system, which includes the treatment plant and a million-gallon elevated water tank, located off of I-95 in Orangeburg County. The system provides water services to approximately 1,300 customers, serving an approximate population of 961 people. Average monthly consumption is about 9.6 million gallons. The water system serving Santee consists of approximately 36 miles of 3/4? to 12? water mains that provide groundwater from three (3) elevated storage tank. The system?s storage capacity is approximately 1 million gallons. The average daily demand for the year is approximately 250,000 to 300,000 gallons per day. However, during peak periods such as July and August, demand may see an increase to 300,000 gallons per day. The main source of water comes from Lake Marion, which is part of the Catawba-Santee Water Basin. Built by Santee Cooper Electric Company, Lake Marion covers 110,600 acres and is the sister to Lake Moultrie, connecting near Moncks Corner. These lakes provide not only fresh water for purification to drink, but hydroelectricity to counties surrounding the lake.

The Town of Santee Water and Wastewater Department prides itself on providing the highest quality water for its residents and customers. The Town?s water supply is periodically tested throughout each year to ensure a safe and dependable supply of drinking water.

The 2016 Annual Water Quality Report shows the quality of the water of the Town of Santee. Based on the report, the test results showed that there were no violations for contaminants.

Specific needs, as related to the water system that need to be addressed in the immediate future include the replacement of old and deteriorating water lines.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES SEWAGE FACILITIES AND SERVICES The Town of Santee provides sewer service to approximately 468 customers located inside and 212 outside of the town limits.

Treatment is currently provided by the Santee Wastewater Treatment plant located east of the town. The town?s sewer system currently has a normal daily inflow of approximately 250,000 gallons and is permitted to treat as much as .713 million gallons per day. Average usage a month is approximately 4 to 5 million gallons.

The Town of Santee's wastewater system is in need of increased capacity. The Town is currently discussing opportunities to pursue these upgrades to their system.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES STORM DRAINAGE Storm water runoff in the town is through a series of ditches and culverts that run along the roadways. The SC Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is the responsible agency that controls and clears this system.

SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL The Town of Santee has both residential and commercial waste pick-up service that is picked up weekly. Solid waste collected in the town is taken to the Orangeburg County transfer station where it is transferred to the Three Rivers Solid Waste Authority facility. The County operates a recycling program. Additionally, the County landfill is located at 310 Endicott Court. The nearest collection center is located at 7223 Five Chop RD, Santee SC, and a second location at 3311 Old State Rd. Santee, SC. The closest location for E-scrap disposal is located at 7223 Five Chop Rd, Santee, SC.

PUBLIC SAFETY Public safety services include fire, rescue, and police units that are available in the immediate and surrounding area. The number of fire, rescue and police units is critical in terms of emergency response time.

Police Pr ot ect ion The Town of Santee Police Department?s mission is to promote a sense of safety and quality of life in the Town of Santee by providing police service with integrity and commitment to excellence in partnership with the community. The Department protects the rights of all persons within its jurisdiction to be free from criminal attacks, secured in their possession and to live in peace. The Department?s role is to enforce the law in a fair and impartial manner. The Department provides police protection through a police department that has an authorized strength of four (4) full-time patrol officers, two (2) command officers, and one reserve and one (1) part time. The department is budgeted for five (5) full-time officers. The Santee Police 2016 Crime St at ist ics Department has a Victim?s Advocate Program whose Police Chief oversees. The Santee Police Department is a proactive department with a primary focus of promoting a community oriented policing concept.

Primary enforcement activities in the town involve traffic enforcement, investigation of traffic accidents, response to all criminal calls such as domestic violence, disorderly conduct, and investigations of property crimes. Available crime statistics are available for 2016 in the figure to the right.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES The Santee Police Department is equipped with investigative tools and equipment to investigate property crimes and traffic incidents, as well as domestic and violent crimes.

It is important that Santee periodically review the feasibility of hiring additional officers in order to enable better coverage, and to have specialized officers who are equipped with the best training and technology available to combat crime. By increasing our ability to effectively patrol and enforce laws, larceny, burglaries and assaults will certainly be reduced.

Fir e Pr ot ect ion The Santee Fire Service District serves and protects the residents of Santee and surrounding area. The department has 16 personnel made up of career firefighters and volunteers who assist with fire suppression, rescue services, emergency medical care and fire prevention. Santee Fire Service District has two stations to support coverage throughout the District. The main station is located at 1005 Bass Drive,.

The main station 1 is a two story, 6-bay station equipped with a full kitchen, a training/conference room, dayroom and a workout area, as well as offices for the Chief and other administrative staff. Station 1 is staffed Monday-Saturday with cross-trained paid firefighter/medical first responders, with volunteer staffing on Saturday and Sunday.

Station 2 is a two story, 4-bay station equipped with a training room, dayroom, reserve office space, a small kitchen area and an equipment storage area. Station 2 is currently not staffed, but during a declared State of Emergency, paid and volunteer personnel may be called in to duty.

Station 1

The department maintains a ladder truck capable of extending up to 95 feet and a 1,500 GPM pump for fire suppression, light rescue truck, combination pumper/tanker with a 1,000 GPM pump, a 1,500 GPM pump truck used primarily for fire suppression, a 1,250 GPM pumper truck, and a 1,250 GPM pumper truck used as a spare pumper. The Department provides fire, medical and rescue service for residents and businesses both inside and outside the Towns limits.

Station 2 The Santee Fire Department is served by a seven commission board. Commission meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month beginning at 6 PM in the fire station training room. Officers meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month beginning at 6 PM at the fire station training room. Firefighter meetings follow at 7 PM. There is also a development board, whose main function is fundraising.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES ISO?s Public Protection Classification ratings are the determining factor used by insurance companies to set the fire insurance rates for a particular area. The rating is based on a variety of factors such as public fire protection, flood risk, and the adoption and enforcement of building codes. ISO analyzes the relevant data using Fire Suppression Rating Schedule (FSRS). A classification from 1 to 10 is assigned, where Class 1 generally represents superior property fire protection, and Class 10 indicates that the area?s fire-suppression program does not meet ISO?s minimum criteria.

At the present time, the ISO PPC fire insurance rating within the Town limits is a Class 4 district wide rating. The number is the class that applies to properties within 5 road miles of the responding fire station.

If a fire district improves its PPC, homeowners and businesses in the community may save money on their insurance premiums.

Insurance companies, not ISO, establishes the premiums they charge to policyholders. The methodology a company uses to calculate

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND HEALTH FACILITIES The County maintains and operates five EMS substations, with the nearest locations being in Santee (Medic 4). OCEMS has 43 full-time positions and 20 part-time employees. OCEMS responds to over 12,000 medical calls annually. The nearest hospital facility for the residents of Santee is the Regional Medical Center (tRMC). The facility is approximately 26 miles from the Town. Other options include Columbia and Charleston area hospitals. Tuomey Regional Medical Center is located in Sumter, SC, 32 miles from Santee.

Trident Medical Center is located in North Charleston and is approximately 45 miles from the Town. Additionally, Roper St. Francis is in the process of building a new hospital in Berkeley County, locate at Carnes Crossroads, where Highway 17A and US 176 intersect.

As part of SCDHEC Region 5 Public Health Office, the Orangeburg County Health Department (The Regional Office) protects and improves the health of the citizens of Santee by working to prevent epidemics and the spread of disease, to protect against environmental hazards, and to help prevent injuries. There are two health department locations in Orangeburg County; Santee and Orangeburg.

A need for improvements to access to healthcare providers and immediate care (urgent care) is needed for the citizens of Santee; doctors?office hours are often limited. An Urgent Care is located in Santee at 111 John Lawson Avenue, Santee, SC. Hours of operation are Monday ? Saturday, 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. On Wednesdays, early hours are available at 8:00 am. Improved communication and information could help tRMC with options for improving healthcare in the area.

HEALTHPLEX, one of the Regional Medical Center ?s services, offers a full range of gym services featuring a variety of cardio equipment and weight training. The center is located in Santee at 111 John Lawson Avenue. Hours of operation for exercise are 5:00 am to 10:00 pm, seven days a week. There are membership rates to use the facility, which are $32 for single membership per month and $44 for a family membership. As part of the US Department of Veterans Affairs, there is a Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) located in Orangeburg that provides primary care, mental health and laboratory services to patients. Additionally, there are resident doctors and dentists in the Town of Santee.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES Elder ly Hou sin g Currently there are three locations that provide housing for the elderly in Santee; Magnolias of Santee located at 118 Britain Street; Bradford Village; and Summer Lane Apartments. There is also an adult daycare facility (Santee Adult Daycare) located at 1580 Bass Drive.

There are numerous nursing and assisted living facilities in the area. Below is a listing of those facilities.

Nursing Facilities

Assisted Living Facilities

M on k s Cor n er - Unihealth PAC 505 South Live Oak Dr.

Calh ou n Cou n t y - Calhoun Convalescent Center 601 Dantzler St.

Or an gebu r g Cou n t y - Jolley Acres Health Care Center 51180 Wolfe Trail - Riverside Health and Rehab 757 Stonewall Jackson Blvd - The Oaks 1000 Methodist Oaks Dr.

Walt er bor o - Heritage HC 901 Witstill St.

Clar en don Cou n t y - Lake Marion Nursing Facility 1527 Urvana Rd., Summerton - Windsor Manor 5583 Summerton Hwy.

Dor ch est er Cou n t y - St. George Health Care Center 905 Dukes St. - Hallmark Healthcare Center 225 Midland Parkway - Oakbrook Health and Rehab 920 Trawlers Blvd.

- Presbyterian Home of SC

Or an gebu r g Cou n t y - Magnolias Assisted Living 118 Britain St, Santee - Morningside 2306 Riverbank Dr., Orangeburg - Longwood Plantation 1687 Longwood Dr., Orangeburg - Kautour Spring 12488 Old 6 Highway, Eutawville

Ch ildcar e Facilit ies OCAB Santee Head Start Center, located at 180 Cantey Drive, is a full day pre-school program for three, four and five year olds from low income families. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7 am until 3 pm.

Wright?s Day Care Center, located at 1821 Bonner Avenue, is a full day child care center with operation hours Monday through Friday, 6 am until 5:30 pm.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES GOVERNMENT FACILITIES Santee Town Hall Complex, located at 194 Brooks Boulevard serves the community of Santee.

Town Hall houses the administrative offices, planning and zoning office, water/wastewater department and council chambers.

The Santee Cultural Arts and Visitors Center is located in the complex and showcases all of the recreational activities, as well as the culture and history of Santee. It is used on a regular basis for meetings, events and celebrations by the community and visitors.

The Town also maintains a Family Development Center that provides space for many local service agencies and hosts a variety of local programs for residences.

Town Hall

ELECTRICITY AND TELEPHONE SERVICE SCE&G and Tri-County Electric Co-Op are the primary electric service providers for the Town of Santee. CenturyLink provides the primary telephone landline, and Verizon, AT&T, and Straight Talk provides cell phone service for the Town. The primary high speed internet service provider is through CenturyLink for DSL. NTI provides limited broadband service. Cable television service is provided by Amega Cable. DirecTv is also available via satellite.

Cultural Arts and Visitors Center

AIRPORTS The Orangeburg Municipal Airport (OGB) is owned and operated by the City of Orangeburg. It is located two miles south of downtown Orangeburg off the Highway 21 By-pass (Joe Jeffords Highway) at 1811 Airport Road, Orangeburg, SC. The airport is the home base to a number of corporate and private aircraft. There are two runways, 17/35 (5,400 ft.) and 5/23 (4,600 ft.) serve both piston and jet aircraft. 100LL and Jet-A Fuel is available 24/7.

The nearest commercial airports are the Charleston International Airport and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

Family Development Center

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES EDUCATION The District 3 Orangeburg Consolidated School District serves the children of Town of Santee in grades PreK-12. The District includes the following six schools: Lake Marion High School and Technology Center, Elloree Elementary, Holly Hill Elementary, Holly Hill-Roberts Middle, St. James-Gaillard Elementary, and Vance-Providence Elementary. Total student enrollment for the 2015-16 school year is approximately 3,000 students. Additionally, a listing of private schools in the area that serve the students is provided below.

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Ellor ee Elem en t ar y serves students in grades PreK Eight. School enrollment is approximately 493.

Holly Hill Elem en t ar y serves students in grades PreK ?

Five. School enrollment is approximately 551.

St . Jam es-Gaillar d Elem en t ar y serves students in grades PreK ? Five.

Van ce-Pr oviden ce Elem en t ar y serves students in grades PreK ? Five. Student enrollment is approximately 306.

Holly Hill-Rober t s M iddle serves students in grades Six Eight. School enrollment is 509.

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Homeschooling is also an option, and a growing trend, to provide children with a learning environment as an alternative to publicly provided schools. There are numerous reasons as motivations to homeschooling. Homeschooling has been made much more widely available through the online K-12 program offered by the state. VirtualSC is a free state sponsored online program serving students currently attending public, private and home schools in grades 7-12 and Adult Education Programs. https://virtualsc.org Several post-secondary educational opportunities are available within short driving distances for the citizens of Santee.

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College is a comprehensive two-year college that provides training in new and expanding industries.

Claflin University is a four-year private/independent, liberal arts institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Claflin offers quality undergraduate programs, select graduate programs and continuing educational opportunities. South Carolina State University provides quality baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degree programs. Southern Methodist College offers both Bachelor and Associate degrees in theological fields as well as other pastoral certifications. Also, Charleston Southern University, Trident Technical College, and Moncks Corner and North Charleston campuses are within an easy driving distance of Santee. There are many additional opportunities statewide for higher levels of learning.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES LIBRARY The Town of Santee is served by a library, which is a branch of the main Orangeburg County library system. The Santee Branch Library is located at 119 Dazzy Circle, off of Bass Drive. The library was opened in 2008, and was the result of an effort made by many residents and officials. Members of the Rotary Club of Lake Marion; the mayor, town council, town employees, Orangeburg County officials, and the Orangeburg County Library System were all involved in making the Santee public library possible.

COMMUNICATIONS The local newspaper that serves the Town and County include the Holly Hill Observer, Santee Striper, Calhoun Times, Times and Democrat, a daily published paper, and Post and Courier, out of Charleston.

Orangeburg County has a local radio channel WORG 100.3, which serves the area with lite rock music, and WLRE 92.9, which plays a mix of traditional and modern country music.

Social media is a growing trend for creating and sharing information via virtual communities and networks.

The Town of Santee has a web site with information such as department contacts, council meeting agendas and dates, annual budget, etc. http://www.townofsantee-sc.org/

RECREATION The Town of Santee Parks and Recreation Department offers youth league sports for boys?and girls?elementary age through high school, facilitated through the Town, and sponsors softball and baseball teams. The Town offers recreational facilities to meet the needs of the citizens of Santee and visitors to the town. The Athletic Complex, adjacent to the Waterpark located on Bass Drive, offers two baseball/softball fields, two full length basketball courts, and bocce ball courts. In addition to the fields, there is an enclosed observatory press box, concession stand, and storage space. The complex is designed to serve the needs of all age groups from seven years of age to adults. Hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. until dark.

Other public school organized sports include basketball, softball, football, track and field, volleyball, girls?soccer, cross country, JV and Varsity Marching Band, and cheerleading.

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CO M M U N ITY FA CILITIES PARKS The Town of Santee has is one public outdoor recreation area in Santee. Lake Marion National Golf Course and Santee National Golf Course are private recreation areas that require a membership. Lake Marion and Santee State Park are publicly owned recreational facilities. While the Town Hall Complex offers passive recreational areas and sidewalks, currently there are no playground type parks for children in the Town of Santee.

TRANSPORTATION A safe and efficient transportation system is critical to the livelihood of a community. The transportation network facilitates the internal day-to-day functioning of the community and provides access to and from the outside world whereby goods and services are exported and imported.

The three modes of transportation that currently exist in the Town of Santee include the road network, railroads and air. Santee?s transportation network is discussed in detail in Chapter 7: Transportation Element.

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Co m m u n it y Fa c il it ie s The Community Facilities Element of the Comprehensive Plan highlights the amenities that contribute to the viability and livability of a community. Improving a community?s facilities can be one of the most important methods of promoting and controlling quality development. It also can be one of the most difficult undertakings because of the major expenses that can be associated with these types of projects. Throughout the planning process a variety of new improvement projects have been suggested, all of which are important to the development of the Town of Santee.

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Th e pr im ar y Com m u n it y Facilit ies goal f or San t ee is t o con t in u e im pr ovem en t s t o t h e viabilit y an d t h e livabilit y of t h e t ow n by su ppor t in g ef f or t s t o st r en gt h en t h e in f r ast r u ct u r e an d ser vices available t o t h e cit izen s an d by of f er in g n ew ideas t o con t in u e t h ese im pr ovem en t s.

Ot h er goals in clu de: -

Assu r e a saf e, f u n ct ion al an d ef f icien t t r an spor t at ion n et w or k t h at ser ves t h e n eeds of t h e r esiden t s, bu sin esses, agr icu lt u r e an d in du st r y.

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M ain t ain t h e qu alit y of exist in g developm en t an d assu r e t h e qu alit y an d com pat ibilit y of f u t u r e developm en t .

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Pr ovide f or t h e con ven ien t an d san it ar y disposal of solid w ast e.

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Pr ovide r eliable em er gen cy, m edical, f ir e an d police pr ot ect ion .

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Pr om ot e im pr ovem en t an d expan sion of edu cat ion al f acilit ies an d oppor t u n it ies in t h e t ow n .

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Pr om ot e im pr ovem en t an d expan sion of r ecr eat ion al pr ogr am s an d f acilit ies in t h e t ow n .

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Pr ovide adequ at e w at er ser vice t o developin g ar eas.

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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES

Co m m u n it y Fa c il it ie s

The implementation strategies for the proposed goals should begin immediately and continue until the suggested projects have been completed. The following policy suggestions are offered to Town Council to implement these goals:

GOAL 5: Support the construction of natural gas line and

GOAL 1: Seek Federal and State funding assistance to expand and improve infrastructure in the Town of Santee, particularly for

distribution to the community.

water and sewer utilities.

GOAL 6: Collaborate with the Regional Medical Center to

GOAL 2: Encourage and support the location of new development

determine options for improvement of the existing healthcare

in areas served by public water systems.

services in the area.

GOAL 3: The community and schools should work closely

GOAL 7: Partner with Orangeburg Consolidated School District 3

together to help improve upon the student performance levels,

to explore options for alternative educational opportunities, such

which would benefit the Town of Santee as its children will be

as charter school. technology/vocational schools, magnum schools

better prepared to become employed with the industries that

and virtual schools. In order to have a diverse community of all

move in and around Santee in response to the economic

ages, improved access to quality education must occur.

development efforts ongoing in the area.

GOAL 8: Seek ways to improve access to a variety of technology.

GOAL 4: Support the initiative of Neighborhood Crime Watch

The current fiber optic infrastructure in very limited. Businesses,

Zones to increase safety and awareness amongst the residents of

young families and schools rely on the most current technology for

Santee.

internet services with high bandwith access.

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CH A PTER SIX H o u sin g The Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan provides information about the supply, conditions and characteristics of housing in the Town of Santee. Housing characteristics are closely related to the economy of the area as housing values reflect some income characteristics of the population.

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H O U SIN G Inventory Number of Housing Unit s

HOUSING SUPPLY AND CONDITIONS Data from the US Census Bureau shows that Santee?s housing units increased by 22.8% between 2000 and 2016. The graph to the right reflects this data and provides a comparison to Orangeburg County. Projections for 2022 show a 7.2% increase from 2016.

Orangeburg County shows a 7.3% increase in housing units from 2000 through 2016.

The data in Table H-2 reflects a 13.1% decrease in vacant housing units in Santee between 2000 and 2016, and a 104.4% increase in renter-occupied housing. Owner-occupied housing units have seen a 3.2% increase since 2000. Overall, owner-occupied homes account for approximately 46.9% of Santee?s total housing.

H-2. Town of Santee Housing Characteristics 2000

% of Tot al

2016

% of Tot al

2022*

% of Tot al

% Ch an ge 2000-2016

Vacant Housing Units

84

21.30%

73

15.10%

112

21.60%

-13.09%

Owner-occupied Housing

220

55.8%

227

46.90%

307

59.20%

3.2%

Renter-occupied Housing

90

22.80%

184

38%

100

19.30%

104.4%

Tot al

394

484

519

Source: US Census Bureau/ BAO * projection

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22.8%

H O U SIN G Home ownership for families in Santee, the County and the State is very important. Local governments can and should have policies in place to enhance the ability for families to own their homes while promoting compatibility among all housing types. As a whole, it is important to the economic vitality of a community to provide advantages for increased home ownership.

The South Carolina Modular Housing Institute (SCMHI) represents the modular industry in the State and is a resource for modular homebuyers. There are two categories of modular homes, on-frame and off-frame. Both categories have zoning parity with site-built or stick-built homes, and any local requirements and rules which are enacted by local authorities must be reasonable and uniformly applied and enforced without any distinction as to whether a building is a modular or constructed on site in a conventional manner.

Table H-3 shows the value of all owner-occupied housing units in the Town of Santee. In 2016, 21.1% of Santee?s owner-occupied housing was valued in the less than $50,000 range. In 2017, the average home value in the town was $189,000. As a comparison, Orangeburg County?s housing value was $132,928. Projections for 2021 show an increase in the average home value for the Town of Santee to $221,000.

Table H-3. 2016 Town of Santee Owner-Occupied Housing Value Units

% of Total

Less than $50,000

48

21.1%

$50,000 to $99,999

46

20.3%

$100,000 to $149,999

59

26.0%

$150,000 to $199,999

42

18.5%

$200,000 to $299,999

17

7.5%

$300,000 and above

15

6.6%

Median Housing Value

$113,200

Source: US Census Bureau

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H O U SIN G The impact the housing values play on the ability of a local government to provide services cannot be overstated. Revenues generated through property taxes are dramatically affected by property values and are one of the major sources of revenue for local governments and school districts in South Carolina.

The availability of property as well as its value also impact rental costs in an area. Table H-4 below illustrates a comparison of housing values and rental costs from the surrounding municipalities. Like the majority of municipalities in the comparison, the 2016 median rent and housing values in Santee are below the state average.

Table H-4. 2016 Comparative Housing Values

Elloree

Popu lat ion

M edian Hou sin g Valu e

M edian Ren t al Cost

721

$105,900

$358

San t ee

1,184

$113,200

$751

Vance

101

$74,000

$488

Eutawville

325

$80,500

$439

1,725

$107,400

$382

89,731

$91,200

$650

4,834,605

$143,000

$811

Holly Hill Orangeburg County South Carolina

Source: US Census Bureau/BAO

Table H-5 on the following page describes the different housing conditions in Santee as well as the type of heating fuel used. US Census figures show that between 2010 and 2016 Santee had a decrease in housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities by 11 units. Those housing units with no vehicle decreased from 84 to 39, and there was a decrease in units with no telephone available; 88 to 13. Heating fuel sources have also changed over the 6 year period of time. The 2016 heating fuel source for residents of Santee is 92.9% electricity, followed by bottled/tank/LP Gas. 67

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Table H-5. Town of Santee Housing Conditions 2000 % of units Lacking Complete Plumbing Facilities

2015

# of units

% of units

% of units

0

0.0%

0

0.0%

Lacking Complete Kitchen Facilities

11

2.7%

0

0.0%

With No Vehicle Available

84

20.9%

39

9.5%

No Telephone in Unit

88

21.9%

13

3.2%

5

1.2%

2

0.5%

16

4.0%

27

6.6%

365

91.0%

382

92.9%

15

3.7%

0

0.0%

Heat in g Fu el: Utility Gas Bottled/Tank/LP Gas Electricity Other Source: US Census Bureau

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H O U SIN G HOUSEHOLD CHARACTERISTICS Table H-6 shows data regarding the type of occupancy for each household in Santee. By definition of the US Census Bureau, a household includes all the persons who are current residents of a housing unit. A non-family householder is a householder living alone or with non-relatives only. The data shows that in 2015, 35% of the households in Santee were occupied by married-couple families. Non-family households comprised 38% of households in the town.

Table H-6. 2000 and 2015 Town of Santee Households by Occupancy Type 2000 Number

2015 Percent

Number

Percent

Total Households

310

Family households

221

71%

226

62%

Married-couple family

118

38%

128

35%

with own children under 18 years Female householder with own children under 18 years

362

-

-

83

27%

-

80

22%

-

Non-family households

89

29%

136

38%

Householder living alone

82

26%

125

35%

Householder 65 yrs. and older

120

39%

72

20%

Average household size

-

-

Source: US Census Bureau

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H O U SIN G AFFORDABLE HOUSING The HOME Investment Partnerships Program, operated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), provides grants to states and communities to fund a wider range of activities including building, buying and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent, homeownership or providing direct rental assistance to low-income people. HOME is the largest Federal block grant to state and local governments designed exclusively to create affordable housing for low-income households.

The Orangeburg County HOME Consortium, also known as the Lower Savannah Regional Housing Consortium (LSRHC) is the designated Participating Jurisdiction (PJ) for the Lower Savannah region. In keeping with the mission of HOME, the LSRHC continues to ensure that HOME funds are distributed in a manner that is reasonably equitable for the entire region. The mission of LSRHC is to create safe, decent and affordable housing opportunities for the citizens of the Lower Savannah region.

HOUSING DISCRIMINATION Federal law prohibits housing discrimination, and specifically under the S.C. Fair Housing Law enacted in 1989, it is unlawful to refuse to sell, rent, or finance a dwelling on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability. Apartments, houses, manufactured homes, and vacant lots to be used for housing developments are covered by the Fair Housing Law. Anyone who has control over residential property and real estate financing must adhere to these regulations. This includes rental managers, property owners, real estate agents, landlords, banks, developers, builders and individual homeowners who are selling or renting their property.

The S.C. Human Affairs Commission (SCHAC) administers the Fair Housing Law and has the authority to investigate complaints, subpoena witnesses, issue orders, hold hearings, and enforce findings.

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NEEDS AND GOALS

H o u sin g The Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan provides information about the supply, conditions and characteristics of housing in the Town of Santee. Housing characteristics are closely related to the economy of the area as housing values reflect some income characteristics of the population.

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Th e pr im ar y goal of t h e Hou sin g Elem en t is f or t h e Tow n of San t ee t o im pr ove h ou sin g oppor t u n it ies in a m an n er t h at w ill r aise st an dar ds f or n ew developm en t s, pr ot ect t h e valu e of t h e com m u n it y ?s older r esiden ces an d pr ovide saf er h ou sin g f or t h ose ar eas in w h ich su bst an dar d h ou sin g cu r r en t ly exist s.

Ot h er goals in clu de: -

Pr om ot e n eigh bor h ood en h an cem en t pr ogr am s su ch as volu n t eer days, par k clean u ps, an d plan t in gs.

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Pr om ot e t h e con st r u ct ion of qu alit y in f ill h ou sin g in vacan t r esiden t ial lot s.

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Pr om ot e f air h ou sin g act ivit ies, especially du r in g t h e m on t h of Apr il, w h ich is n at ion al Fair Hou sin g M on t h .

Th e f ollow in g gen er al goals ar e su ggest ed by HUD an d can be u sed as a base f or developin g h ou sin g policy.

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Ch an gin g n egat ive developm en t dyn am ics (i.e. disin vest m en t )

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Elim in at in g af f or dable h ou sin g sh or t ages

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En cou r agin g locat ion of addit ion al em ploym en t oppor t u n it ies in t h e ar ea

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Facilit at in g an d con t r ollin g f u t u r e gr ow t h

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In cr easin g t h e su pply of disper sed ver y low in com e h ou sin g n ear em ploym en t

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In cr easin g h om e ow n er sh ip r at es an d r eal est at e t ax r even u es

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M ak in g n eigh bor h oods at t r act ive places t o live

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Reh abilit at in g det er ior at in g h ou sin g u n it s

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Replacin g dilapidat ed h ou sin g w it h in f ill developm en t

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H o u sin g GOAL 6: Encourage programs and projects designed to preserve

GOAL 1: Enforce building standards; adopt and enforce zoning and land development standards for new and existing

and enhance the character and integrity of existing residential

development.

neighborhoods.

GOAL 2: Maintain a building inspector/zoning administrator to

GOAL 7: Enforce building code standards to upgrade substandard

enforce building standards, zoning and land development

housing units, and to remove through due process non-repairable

standards for new development.

structures, as well as clearing vacant lots. The town shall use condemnation proceedings only when rehabilitation is not feasible

GOAL 3: Support agencies and businesses that seek to eliminate

or if public safety is jeopardized.

housing discrimination.

GOAL 8: Work toward eliminating the factors that degrade

GOAL 4: Pursue funding and tax incentives for housing

neighborhoods such as incompatible land uses, code violations,

construction, rehabilitation, vacant lot clearing, neighborhood

abandoned houses, and derelict cars.

beautification, and home ownership programs in low-to-moderate

GOAL 9: Implement a policy to dispose of abandoned

income neighborhoods in the Town.

manufactured homes and dilapidated houses.

GOAL 5: Encourage development of a variety of quality housing unit types and sizes to meet the varying needs of all families and

GOAL 10: Prepare for the potential of an increased housing

their associated income levels.

demand due to the expansion of local industrial parks.

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CH A PTER SEV EN Tr a n sp o r t at io n Transportation planning no longer focuses exclusively on the transportation infrastructure itself, addressing only the operational and capacity issues presented by increasing traffic volumes.

Current practice recognizes that the transportation system must facilitate diverse community needs and goals.

For this reason, the Transportation Element is a strategic effort to design a multi-modal transportation system that functions as a key component of the Town of Santee Comprehensive Plan. The transportation system must be integrated with land use and growth patterns, commercial activity, economic development, quality of life imperatives, and the needs of special populations. Creative handling of the transportation/land use connection can provide a balanced transportation system that makes it both pleasing and efficient for people traveling within the community as well as through it. This element describes the existing condition of the transportation network, and sets forth policies and objectives, which integrate the network functionally with the Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan.

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TRA N SPO RTA TIO N Invent ory The intent of the Transportation Element is to provide the Town of Santee with the planning tools and resources to help guide development of multi-modal transportation infrastructure that best serves the need of the community. Many citizens rely on various modes of transportation for work, school, and recreational activities. Transportation alternatives may include automotive, biking, pedestrian, public transportation, air, and train. Transportation planning, both short term and long term, can have far-reaching effects that cross social and economic boundaries while effecting both current and future residents.

TRANSPORTATION AND LAND USE Commuting times joined with the mode of travel to work are essential statistics offering insight into the correlation of land use and transportation.

In 2016, workers age 16 and over accounted for an estimated 455 workers in the labor force. Over 88% of workers commuted by private automobile, driving alone. The second largest category included private automobile carpooling (8%), followed by public transportation (1.3%). Overall, the private automobile is the primary mode of transportation to work for workers in the Town of Santee.

Table T-1 below breaks down the mode of transportation to work for the citizens of Santee.

Table T-1. M ode of Tr an spor t at ion t o Wor k Drove Alone

89%

Carpooled

8%

Walked

0%

Worked at Home

1%

Other Means: Taxi, Motorcycle, Bicycle

1%

Public Transportation

1%

Source: US Census Bureau, ACS

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TRA N SPO RTA TIO N The below graphics reflect the inflow and outflow of workers through the Town of Santee.

Source: US Census On the Map

Over 16% of the Town of Santee?s residents have a commute time of less than 10 minutes to work. Approximately 84% of the commuters travel 10 or more minutes to work, indicating that many people are traveling to more urban/suburban locations of employment. The mean commute time for workers in Santee is 24 minutes. Of the commuters, 19.6% are leaving their homes to go to work between 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. Table T-2 on the following page reflects the travel time to work for the Town of Santee's residents.

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TRA N SPO RTA TIO N Table T-2. Tr avel Tim e t o Wor k Tim e

Per cen t

Less than 10 minutes

16%

10 to 14 minutes

9.8%

15 to 19 minutes

4%

20 to 29 minutes

32.5%

30 to 44 minutes

19.3%

45 to 59 minutes

16.3%

60 or more minutes

2%

M ean Tr avel Tim e t o Wor k (m in u t es):

24.4%

Land use patterns affect transportation infrastructure requirements and increase transportation costs. Suburban sprawl and inefficient land uses increases environmental degradation by reducing air quality and increasing habitat destruction. It also increases resources consumed, including fuel wasted from traffic congestion and time spent in traffic instead of more productive activities. As residential developments and commercial businesses expand out beyond the urban periphery, transit dependent populations become more limited in their employment choices.

Source: US Census Bureau, ACS

Current and Fut ure Transport at ion Considerat ions The relationship between transportation and land use is significantly influenced by local population. Population growth in areas where current transportation infrastructure is inadequate adds significantly to travel times. Alleviating potential traffic woes requires identifying existing traffic problem areas, while looking at future population projections and identifying potential long range road improvement projects.

Currently, the existing transportation network in the Town of Santee appears to be functioning adequately, and seems to facilitate fairly direct access through the town, county, and between most populated areas of economic activity.

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TRA N SPO RTA TIO N The identified roadway segments within Santee have an estimated Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) of a range from 600 to approximately 35,400 vehicles per day. Below is the listing of the specific AADT counts for the roadway segments that SCDOT conducted in 2016.

Table T-3. 2016 Tr af f ic Cou n t s Route ID

Location Count

Station Number

S-105 (State Park Rd)

S-280 to SC 6

1,250

647

S-430

SC 6 to County Line (Clarendon)

600

110

SC 6

US 15, S-430 to I-95

11,300 330

SC 6

I-95 to S-1394 (Laredo St)

7,500

I-95

US 15 to SC 6

35,400 2391

S-172 (Bonner Ave)

US 15 (Bass Dr) to US 301 (Five Chop Rd)

750

649

US 15 (Bass Dr)

US 301 to SC 6

6,600

108

US 15

US 301 to I-95

5,200

250

331

Based on these above counts, the level of service (LOS) for the transportation network in Santee is LOS A, which is a completely free-flow condition. Desired speed and movements are virtually unaffected by the presence of other vehicles and constrained only by the geometric features of the roadway and driver preferences. Essentially, there is little to no congestion issues that need to be addressed at this time within the town limits of Santee.

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TRA N SPO RTA TIO N Below is the traffic count map of the Town of Santee, showing locations with the estimated AADT counts for 2016. A larger format map is also included in Appendix C of this Plan.

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TRA N SPO RTA TIO N Roads As in all predominantly rural areas of the State, the Town of Santee?s system of roads and highways provides the main mode of transportation. The present roadway network consists of both paved and unpaved routes. Currently, all surfaced roads and highways within the town limits are maintained by the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT).

The major routes through Santee are SC Highway 6 and US Highway 15. These routes are traveled by commercial freight traffic as well as private vehicles. Average annual daily traffic on SC 6 through the Town of Santee is estimated to be between 7,500 and 11,300 vehicles per day, and US 15 has an AADT estimated between 5,000 and 6,600. The AADT?s for SC 6 and US 15 were reported from the South Carolina Department of Transportation?s (SCDOT) 2016 database.

Biking/ Walking The Town of Santee has the framework to expand upon the opportunity for increased walking and biking throughout the community.

Provisions should be considered for biking and walking, which are alternative modes of transportation. Infrastructure to accommodate both modes could include additional sidewalks, bike lanes, wider shoulders, trails, pedestrian crosswalks with ADA compliant ramps and tactile pads, signage etc. A multimodal approach to transportation planning is crucial in reaching the needs of all users of the transportation system. Biking and walking may be the only option for some citizens of the community, and it is imperative that the Town be mindful of the many opportunities to address this alternative transportation need.

Transit Public transit helps alleviate congestion, provides access to jobs, and grants mobility to senior citizens. It also provides environmental benefits including improving air quality and reducing the amount of gasoline consumed per passenger mile when compared to private automobile travel.

Currently, the citizens of Santee are not served by a transit service provider. The closest transit service is the Cross County Connection Paratransit Service, which picks up in Orangeburg and transports riders along a customized route. Citizens must call, preferably 48 hours ahead, and the fare is $3 for every 10 miles traveled.

Int erst at e The nearest major interstates to the Town of Santee are Interstate 95 via SC 6 or US 301, and Interstate 26 via US 301 or I-95.

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TRA N SPO RTA TIO N Railroads The Town of Santee has a CSX rail line that runs parallel to SC 6 through the town.

As is the case throughout most rural portions of the U.S., rail passenger service is no longer available in most of the region. The closest rail passenger service availability is provided by Amtrack Silver Star Passenger trains, located in Denmark, SC. Passenger rail service is also available in downtown Columbia, SC with routes running along the east coast from New York to Miami, plus connectors to western destinations.

South Carolina is currently served by eight Amtrak daily trains running in north bound and south bound over three routes, all of which connect the South with the Northeast. These routes operate on lines owned by freight railroads (one NS and two CSX). Amtrak?s South Carolina service consists of the following four daily services. Each service offers one round trip daily with multiple stops in South Carolina: -

Silver Star ? New York/Tampa/Miami via Columbia Silver Meteor ? New York/Miami via Charleston Palmetto ?

New York/Savannah via Charleston Crescent ? New York/New Orleans via Greenville

There are currently no commuter rail services operating in the state.

Air The Town of Santee does not have a local airport, but there are several airports nearby. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport in Columbia, SC is approximately 60 miles from Santee; Charleston Airport in Charleston, SC is approximately 60 miles; Orangeburg Municipal Airport is about 25 miles west of Santee. It is the nearest airport for private planes, chartered flights and private flying services.

Port s The Port of Charleston is the nearest seaport to the Town of Santee, and is located approximately 60 miles southeast of the town. The Port of Savannah is the second largest on the East and Gulf Coasts, serving as a major distribution hub to and from a 26-state region, and is also within close proximity to the Town.

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NEEDS AND GOALS

Tr a n sp o r t at io n The Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan highlights the multimodal transportation network and services that provide mobility to residents and visitors. Improving the road network can be one of the most difficult undertakings because of the major expenses that can be associated with these types of projects.

Th e pr im ar y t r an spor t at ion goal f or t h e Tow n of San t ee is t o con t in u e t o im pr ove access t o all m odes of t r an spor t at ion by su ppor t in g ef f or t s t o st r en gt h en t h e t r an spor t at ion in f r ast r u ct u r e an d ser vices availabile t o t h e cit izen s an d by of f er in g n ew ideas t o con t in u e t h ese im pr ovem en t s.

Specif ically, t h e Tow n sh ou ld assu r e t h at a saf e, f u n ct ion al an d ef f icien t t r an spor t at ion n et w or k t h at ser ves t h e n eeds of t h e r esiden t s, bu sin esses, agr icu lt u r e an d in du st r y is plan n ed f or .

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IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES

Tr a n sp o r t at io n GOAL 1: Improve communication efforts between the SCDOT District Maintenance Office and Town Administration. Request notification from the District Office when improvements are planned (e.g. tree trimming, repaving, etc.).

GOAL 2: Support and promote the development of public transportation services.

GOAL 3: Take an integrated land use/transportation planning approach when new developments locate in Santee, and design so as to not create pressure on the roadway system.

GOAL 4: Support a multimodal approach when planning for improvements to the transportation network in Santee.

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The implementation strategies for the proposed goals should begin immediately and continue until the suggested projects have been completed. The following policy suggestions are offered to Town Council to implement these goals:

CH A PTER EIGH T Pr io r it y In v e st m e n t A re a s

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PRIO RITY IN V ESTM EN T A REA S Invent ory The purpose of the Priority Investment Element is to connect capital improvement needs identified in other elements with forecasted revenues in future projections. This chapter encourages the coordination of local governments and public service agencies in the Town.

It also illustrates synchronization of public and private investment in land and infrastructure, and encourages conservation of cultural, environmental and fiscal resources. This element is essentially a Capital Improvements Plan that is meant to guide the Town of Santee?s infrastructure improvements and annual budgeting processes.

In June 2007, the governor signed into law the South Carolina Priority Investment Act (PIA) by amending section 6-29-510 of the 1994 Local Government Comprehensive Planning Enabling Act, relating to comprehensive plans of local planning commissions. This amendment added the Priority Investment Element to the list of required nine elements for local comprehensive plans. The PIA states the following regarding this new element:

?A priority investment element [is required] that analyzes the likely federal, state, and local funds available for public infrastructure and facilities during the next ten years, and recommends the projects for expenditure of those funds such as water, sewer, roads, and schools. The recommendation of those projects for public expenditure must be done through coordination with adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and agencies. For the purposes of this item, ?adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and agencies?means those counties, municipalities, public service districts, school districts, public and private utilities, transportation agencies, and other public entities that are affected by or have planning authority over the public project. For the purposes of this item, ? coordination?means written notification by the local planning commission or its staff to adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and agencies of the proposed projects and the opportunity for adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and agencies to provide comment to the planning commission or its staff to identify or notify an adjacent or relevant jurisdiction or agency does not invalidate the local comprehensive plan and does not give rise to a civil cause of action.?

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PRIO RITY IN V ESM EN T A REA S Process The PIA instructs local government entities to analyze the likely federal, state, and local funds available for public infrastructure and facilities during the next ten years and encourages the prioritization of funds for public infrastructure and facilities such as water, sewer, roads and schools. The Town of Santee has prepared a list of public infrastructure projects based on needs identified in the separate elements, as well as those including facilities needed to maintain existing service levels or repair/replace obsolete or worn out facilities. Projects on the improvements list should include facilities identified in other town plans and other infrastructure needs assessments.

Capit al Improvement s Plan The result of this process is a Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) with an outlook of ten years. Projects are listed by department, projected construction date, facility cost estimates, and where appropriate, annual operating expenses. Projected revenues are also shown. The projects in the 10-year CIP reflect the best efforts of the Town to identify and prioritize future needs. The project listing in the CIP is intended for use as a tool to guide growth and does not necessarily mean the projects are approved or funded at the policymaking level. Further analysis, prioritization, and review of the projects may be necessary prior to the actual implementation of the capital projects.

Future analysis, prioritization and review should be completed with comments and/or participation from relevant agencies and jurisdictions, to include at a minimum Orangeburg County, neighboring municipalities within Orangeburg County and neighboring Counties, public service districts, school districts, public and private utilities, transportation agencies, Lower Savannah COG, and other public or private entities that may be affected by or are adjacent to proposed projects. In coordination with town administration, individual town departments may initiate this process ? for example the Fire Department may facilitate coordination with county and municipal fire departments, emergency management agencies, and other applicable entities prior to the upgrade of firefighting vehicles or equipment. It is important that regional coordination efforts be documented and any comments received be considered in the planning process. It is important to identify the appropriate coordinator for each project listed in the CIP. Because of the need for frequent review and updates, the Capital Improvements Plan is a separate attachment to the Comprehensive Plan and will be used as an administrative tool, to be updated on an as-needed basis. However, there are several upcoming projects as part of the 2016 Penny Sales Tax. Those projects are listed on the following page, and are reflected on the Priority Investment Areas Map on page 87.

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2016 Pen n y Sales Tax Pr oject s: Tow n of San t ee

Construction of Law Enforcement Complex $566,225

Improvements to Santee Recreational Complex $1,500,000

Improvements to Santee Waterpark $450,000

Improvements to Santee Recreation $175,000

Improvements to Santee Fire Station and equipment $100,000

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PRIO RITY IN V ESM EN T A REA S In addition to the identified infrastructure projects, there are areas inside and outside of the town limits that have been identified for potential future residential and commercial growth. These identified areas are reflected on the Priority Growth Area Map as illustrated below.

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NEEDS AND GOALS

Pr io r it y In v e st m e n t A re a s Th e pr im ar y goal f or t h is elem en t sh ou ld be t o su st ain an in f r ast r u ct u r e syst em t h at en h an ces econ om ic developm en t , pr om ot es r egion alism , an d im pr oves qu alit y of lif e. Im pr ovem en t of syst em deliver y an d per f or m an ce sh ou ld be a h igh pr ior it y w h ile pr epar in g a Capit al Im pr ovem en t s Plan .

Throughout the process of identifying projects and funding sources, town administration should consider the benefits of regional planning and seek to attain these three important goals: clearly defined and established authority, meaningful participation, ongoing funding sources. Without these elements, efficient delivery of local and regional services will be difficult to obtain.

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The Town of Santee should establish a methodology to prioritize capital improvements required to achieve and maintain desired levels of service and to repair and replace public facilities. Any methodology used should take into account both capital costs and the cost to operate and maintain the proposed improvements in order to achieve the best use of funds and potential overall cost savings. Other implementation strategies are as follows:

GOAL 1: Notify adjacent and relevant jurisdiction and agencies

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on proposed projects for the water system, sewer system, roads, and schools.

administration, council, and planning commission to provide a

GOAL 2: Request written comments from adjacent and relevant

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jurisdictions and/or agencies prior to expending funds on projects that may directly or indirectly affect these jurisdictions and/or

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GOAL 3: Actively participate and provide comments on capital improvement plans and projects of adjacent and relevant jurisdictions.

GOAL 4: Develop a funding strategy and explore financing mechanisms to pay the cost of capital improvements necessitated by new development.

GOAL 5: Repair or replace obsolete or worn out facilities that are necessary to maintain existing levels of service.

GOAL 6: Continue to plan and implement vital human services programs with adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and regulatory agencies. Examples of these programs include homeland security, emergency management and response, natural and manmade hazard mitigation, and law enforcement.

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CH A PTER N IN E L a n d U se The Land Use Element addresses existing development patterns, problems and conflicts as well as future land use needs and controls. The Current Land Use map reflects the existing land use coverage of the Town of Santee. This element identifies current land uses, presents needs and goals, as well as implementation strategies.

The Land Use Element is not intended to be a regulatory device, but rather to act as a policy tool to assist the Town in the endeavor of growth management, taking into consideration the needs of property owners. An existing land use survey forms a basis for determining development problems and desirable and undesirable trends. It also serves as a guide for projecting desirable future land uses, based on community goals and objectives. This element identifies current land uses and presents needs and goals as well as implementation strategies.

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LA N D U SE Invent ory In order to plan for the future, there must be an understanding of the past and the existing use of land that was produced by it. This will aid in determining future expectations and the degree of departure, if any, from established patterns of growth and intensity which may be applied in planning future development.

A detailed field survey of existing land use was conducted in Santee as part of the 10-year update process. The survey was based on a lot-by-lot survey. Existing land uses were recorded for each parcel in the Town by general classification, i.e. Residential; including single-family, multi-family, and manufactured homes; Commercial, Industrial and Warehousing; Social, Cultural and Government; Parks and Recreation; Agricultural; and Open Space. The survey also identified housing conditions from exterior appearance.

Land use patterns have remained essentially unchanged since the previous survey in 2006. Conflicts in existing land use are relatively few and minor in nature. A detailed analysis of developmental patterns reveals a fairly homogeneous pattern of land use exists within the Town.

This is a result of conscientious administration and enforcement of the Town?s existing Zoning Ordinance, which has been in effect since the year 2000.

Exist ing Land Use Cat egories The Town of Santee currently encompasses approximately 1,264 acres of land. Existing land use in the Town includes the full range of urban uses including residential, commercial, industrial, public and semi-public uses, as well as vacant land. Residential uses account for the greatest portion of current development; there are also large portions of vacant and agricultural land which is typical of many communities similar in size and character of Santee. Efforts to promote and sustain growth in the Town should concentrate on preserving and protecting its residential environs, increasing new residential development, commercial interests, and industrial development.

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LA N D U SE Land Use Cat egories Cont inued Residen t ial Lan d Use The existing residential land use in the Town of Santee fits into three primary categories: single-family residential (RSF), multi-family residential (RMF) and residential manufactured homes (RMH). All three of these uses are commingled together throughout the Town and make up 18% of the total land use in the Town. After thorough land use field work, it appears that single-family residential is the most prevalent type of housing at this time, with 10% of the total land use being RSF. However, manufactured homes are scattered within those areas, approximately 7%, which are primarily identified as single-family ?stick built? homes. This causes contrasting design and development patterns within the Town, but this condition is typical of many rural communities in the Region. Multi-Family Residential housing makes up 1% of the total land use of the Town. There are two identified areas within the town where RMF housing is located, in the south western portion of town along Bass Drive, and north western section of town along Myrtlewood Drive.

After the land use field review, it appears that there are a number of manufactured homes in Town that were manufactured prior to the enforcement of the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards (HUD code), effective as of June 15, 1976. The replacement of manufactured homes must be in compliance with the current HUD standards, Orangeburg County Building Code, and Santee Zoning Ordinance regulations.

Com m er cial Lan d Use After a review of the existing commercial land use, it is evident that the primary concentrations of land currently being used for commercial purposes is located along Bass Drive and Old Number Six Highway. Commercial land use makes up approximately 11% of the Town?s total land use.

In du st r ial Lan d Use This category of land use may include such examples as warehouses, distribution facilities, salvage yards, manufacturing plants, and similar large-scale uses. Currently there is one identified industrial land use category within the town limits located in the middle portion of Town.

The industrial land use makes up less than 1% of the Town?s total land use.

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LA N D U SE Land Use Cat egories Cont inued Pu blic an d Sem i-pu blic Lan d Use Existing public and semi-public land uses in the Town consist of the Town Hall, Post Office, churches, cemetery, parks and recreation facilities and other such type uses. These public facilities are scattered throughout the town. Public land use represents approximately 22.5% of the total land use for the Town.

There are three (3) categories of public and semi-public uses labeled and illustrated on the current and future land use map: ¡ Pu blic In st it u t ion al (PUBI) represents churches, schools, libraries, cemeteries, and other such uses. ¡ Pu blic Adm in ist r at ion (PUBA) reflects governmental type facilities such as the Municipal Complex, US Post Office, utility stations, etc. ¡ Pu blic Recr eat ion (PUBR) identifies parks, open space and recreational facilities available to the citizens.

Agr icu lt u r al an d Vacan t Lan d There are large areas in and surrounding the Town of Santee that are comprised of either vacant land or land that is being used for agricultural purposes. The vacant land existing in the Town consists of both platted lots as well as vacant acreage. Some of the vacant acreage is agricultural land that is not currently under cultivation. Areas have been identified along major roadways that have the potential to be developed into commercial property, as well as other areas of vacant land that would be better suited for residential development.

Agricultural land use comprises approximately 8% of the total land use of the Town, whereas vacant land use makes up nearly 37% of the total land use.

M ixed Use The mixed use residential and commercial (MRC) land use category makes up approximately 3% of the Town?s current land use. This category includes uses such as residential, retail, recreational and institutional type development. The existing location of MRC is currently undeveloped, but has been identified by the Town as such, and is also reflected on the Town?s Official Zoning Map as a Planned Development District (PD).

Open Space Open space preservation is an area of protected or conserved land on which development is set aside. The purpose of open space is to preserve a communities natural or historic character; preserve land or water for the sake of recreational; environmental; ecological; aesthetic or agricultural interests, just to name a few. Open space preservation may be urban, suburban, or rural; it can also be actual designated areas of land or water, or zoning districts or overlays where development is limited or controlled to create undeveloped areas within a community.

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LA N D U SE Land Use Cat egories Cont inued Open Space There are currently no identified areas in the Town dedicated as open space. However, several of the identified vacant tracts of land throughout the community are located within FEMA flood zones. These environmentally sensitive areas should be thoroughly analyzed and studied prior to any development. If it is determined that development in these areas is inappropriate, it would be ideal to dedicate as open space.

Below is a table that illustrates the categories of land use and their percentages for the Town of Santee.

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LA N D U SE Cu r r en t Lan d Use The map below illustrates the current land use by category for the Town of Santee. The current land use map was created using extensive Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation that included parcel by parcel identification in the field, and then recording the information into a geographic information systems (GIS) mapping software.

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LA N D U SE The FEMA flood hazard map, as illustrated below, reflects areas in and around the town that are at risk of the 100-year flood and 500-year flood. It is recommended that development be avoided in flood prone areas, and consideration for an open space designation be made.

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LA N D U SE Fu t u r e Lan d Use The Town of Santee?s future land use patterns are reflected on the Future Land Use Map, which provides the foundation for this Comprehensive Plan. The Future Land Use Map indicates the intended distribution and intensity of land uses over the next 20 years to provide greater land use predictability and transparency, and to create a logical framework for future zoning and development.

The Future Land Use Map, like the Current Land Use Map, uses color-coded categories to express public policy on future land uses across the Town. Its land use designations have been drawn based on existing and desired development patterns, streets, parcel lines, environmental features and other logical boundaries. On the following page is the Future Land Use Map for the Town of Santee.

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LA N D U SE Lan d Developm en t Con st r ain t s The primary land development constraint in the Town of Santee is the conflicting land uses. Assuming that vacant property can be purchased at a reasonable price when a market for additional land development occurs, incompatible land uses should be avoided. This should be taken into consideration when new development and redevelopment occurs. Quality land use and development attracts like uses and developments.

The primary support for planning and zoning is based in large on the concept of land use compatibility. In the absence of such concepts, development may be allowed in a manner in which land use compatibility is not addressed. The Town of Santee should continue to focus on adhering to such concepts and regulations in order to prevent problems such as increased traffic congestion and the lowering of property values.

In regard to future development, it may be worthwhile for the Town to consider adopting land development regulations to set forth standards for street design and construction, as well as drainage and site design to guide new land developments for all types of land uses.

Addressing these issues will help guide the Town in creating a more attractive community, which could impact future development by attracting prospective residents, industries, and businesses. The visual image of the community plays a major role in future development, and the existing land use projects this image.

Aesthetic Image The visual image of the community plays a major role in future development, and the existing land use projects this image. The physical image of a community generally reflects the lifestyle of its residents. For example, unregulated signs, unnecessary roadside clutter, lack of amenities, structural deterioration, vacant buildings, unkempt properties, and traffic congestion can project the community in a negative manner. On the contrary, enhancing the Town?s image through beautification of its major thoroughfares, enforcing nuisance ordinances that address overgrown properties, participating in litter control programs, or regulating the placement and number of allowed signs and billboards will create a positive visual image of the community.

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LA N D U SE Housing Composition A change in local housing conditions, and how to best accommodate for a changing housing market without producing land use conflicts in the existing single-family residential areas must be addressed. Housing preferences are varied and can be viewed as threatening in the traditional single-family neighborhoods. Manufactured housing, modular housing and multi-family housing may be more appealing to low and moderate income buyers, and are projected to play a significant role in meeting future housing demands. Additionally, there is an increase in demand for senior citizen housing and low income housing, which can both be perceived as incompatible with present single-family housing environments.

Changes in the existing housing market raise issues of land use compatibility in Santee where stick-built, single-family dwellings have traditionally dominated the housing stock.

Addressing these issues will help guide the Town in creating a more attractive community which could impact future development by attracting prospective residents, industries, and businesses.

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NEEDS AND GOALS

L a n d U se The inventory section of the Land Use Element focused on existing land use in the Town of Santee. This section will project the achievements the Town wishes to obtain based on the inventory of land uses presented and the other elements of the comprehensive plan.

Th e pr im ar y goal of t h e Lan d Use Elem en t is t o develop, im plem en t an d en f or ce lan d u se an d developm en t r egu lat ion s in com plian ce w it h t h e Tow n?s Zon in g Or din an ce. Th is w ill assu r e t h e qu alit y an d com pat ibilit y of f u t u r e developm en t , m ain t ain t h e qu alit y of exist in g developm en t , an d f u r t h er develop t h e ch ar act er of t h e Tow n . Ot h er goals developed f r om t h e object ives in t h is plan ar e list ed below :

- Promote efficient land development that is compatible with adjacent land uses, is well integrated with the transportation system, and is sensitive to the natural environment.

- Promote the balance of conservation and development.

- Support innovative operations and facilities to encourage an appropriate balance of automobile use and to encourage energy efficiency and the use of renewable resources.

- Maintain and strengthen scale and character of existing development by avoiding land uses that are overwhelming and unacceptable due to their size and scale.

- Support innovative and varied approaches to development and provide for the coexistence of urban and rural land uses.

- Support economic development efforts and encourage the entry of new industry while assuring the quality and compatibility with neighboring areas.

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- Support local and regional efforts in the comprehensive planning process.

- Improve the aesthetic appeal of the developed areas.

- Development of high quality single- and multi-family, low-density and medium-density, residential uses within the Town should be encouraged, especially in the larger, multi-acre vacant land areas.

- The Town should focus on redevelopment of empty commercial buildings and shopping centers, known as ?grayfields.?

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GOAL 3: Adopt land development regulations that guide the harmonious growth of the Town.

GOAL 9: Encourage residential development that provides opportunities for a variety of income levels.

GOAL 4: Utilize vacant lots located in various zones throughout the Town to ensure best use of land and allow easy access for citizens to make use of any such facilities.

GOAL 5: Promote compatibility and gradual transitions between areas of different land uses and enhance desirable

GOAL 10: Encourage appropriate buffers to mitigate conflicting land uses.

GOAL 11: Encourage high quality residential, commercial, and industrial land developments.

characteristics in mixed use areas by utilizing the planning

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GOAL 6: Encourage industrial development to occur in

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Place a high priority on projects and programs that generate and attract employment, improvements, or investments that are consistent with the policies of the Town of Santee Comprehensive Plan.

Expand upon the number of beautification projects such as litter pick-up, Adopt-A-Highway, and signs and lighting. These projects will improve the aesthetics of the town, increase community pride, and attract more visitors and development to Santee.

Strive to retain the best and the brightest of the community by focusing on technology education, adult education, and an emphasis of work ethics in the educational system.

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Encourage development of a variety of quality housing unit types and sizes to meet the varying needs of all families and their associated income levels.

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Encourage programs and projects designed to preserve and enhance the character and integrity of existing residential neighborhoods.

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Enforce building code standards to upgrade substandard housing units, and to remove through due process non-repairable structures, as well as clearing vacant lots. The town shall use condemnation proceedings only when rehabilitation is not feasible or if public safety is jeopardized.

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Notify adjacent and relevant jurisdiction and agencies on proposed projects for the water system, sewer system, roads, and schools.

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Request written comments from adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and/or agencies prior to expending funds on projects that may directly or indirectly affect these jurisdictions and/or agencies.

8.3

Actively participate and provide comments on capital improvement plans and projects of adjacent and relevant jurisdictions.

8.4

Develop a funding strategy and explore financing mechanisms to pay the cost of capital improvements necessitated by new development.

8.5

Repair or replace obsolete or worn out facilities that are necessary to maintain existing levels of service.

8.6

Continue to plan and implement vital human services programs with adjacent and relevant jurisdictions and regulatory agencies. Examples of these programs include homeland security, emergency management and response, natural and manmade hazard mitigation, and law enforcement.

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Establish a CIP coordination process with town administration, council, and planning commission to provide a cohesive effort in the planning of projects.

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Consider user fees or impact fees for town services when appropriate and/or feasible. Survey similar sized municipalities to maintain compatible rates.

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9. Land Use Element

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Maintain and continue to develop the downtown area.

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Continue to enforce and update the Town's Zoning Ordinance.

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Adopt land development regulations that guide the harmonious growth of the Town.

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Utilize vacant lots located in various zones throughout the Town to ensure best use of land and allow easy access for citizens to make use of any such facilities.

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Promote compatibility and gradual transitions between areas of different land uses and enhance desirable characteristics in mixed use areas by utilizing the planning and zoning process to create opportunities for new mixed use development.

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Encourage industrial development to occur in potential sites best suited for industrial use.

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Periodically evaluate changes in land use in the context of regional needs and overall welfare of the community impacted by new development.

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Continue to have responsibility for maintaining proper updates of the Town of Santee Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance. Establish schedule and procedural methods for review of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance.

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Encourage residential development that provides opportunities for a variety of income levels.

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Encourage appropriate buffers to mitigate conflicting land uses.

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Encourage high quality residential, commercial, and industrial land developments.

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Encourage new development to preserve significant natural resources, historic resources, and scenic areas.

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Discourage development within 100-year floodplains, areas with hydric soils, and other areas not suitable for development.

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Ensure that transportation decisions, strategies and investments are coordinated with and support the Town's land use objectives.

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