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Vision Statement:
To improve the quality of life for those that live, work and visit Tybee Island through a healthy business corridor and enhance the cultural experience while preserving the community's barrier island heritage.
Mission Statement:
The Mission of the Tybee Island Better Hometown Program is to:
- facilitate efforts to revitalize, redevelop and enhance the business corridor;
- create a sense of place and improve the quality of life for residents, business owners and visitors using the Main Street Four Point Approach;
- encourage quality economic growth and development while preserving Tybee Island's unique architectural heritage;
- support and encourage the arts as a cultural endeavor and economic engine on the Island.
This effort takes support and assistance from all. Therefore, Committees are forming to help with the foundation of the proven "Main Street four-point approach" tailored to meet local needs and opportunities. The four points are Organization, Promotion, Design and Economic Restructuring. The four points are combined to address all of the commercial district's needs.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION INFORMATION FOR PROPERTY OWNERS:
Tybee's nostalgic feel is due in part to the architectural character, history and uniqueness throughout the island.
Experts in the field of historic preservation and architecture have long worked with property owners on the Island to preserve
buildings that represent the history and spirit of Tybee.
Do you own a home / building that is over 50 years old? You may be eligible to protect and preserve your investment by being listed on the National Register!
Want to know more about the National Register of Historic Places? Click here.
Do you know the benefits of Historic Preservation?
Following is beneficial information about the advantages of HP provided during various past presentations (10/09, 8/10):
Representatives from the HP Division of GADNR presented "Preserving Communities: Historic Tax Incentives and Local Preservation Planning" August 11, 2010. Historian, Robert A. Ciucevich, supplied a list of HP Projects sponsored/funded/managed by the Tybee Island Historical Society between 1996-2010. Did you know Tybee has four National Register Historic Districts, seven National Register Individual Listings? Over $250,000 has been awarded in tax credit projects. For more information about the History of Tybee and how to save your properties Historic character and possible tax credits, call Cullen Chambers (786-5801) or Chantel Morton (786-4573, ext. 123).
Additional information provided by
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The shuttle leaves from the Savannah Visitors Center daily at 10:00am, 11:00am, 2:00pm, and 5:00pm. The first stop on Tybee is at the Tybrisa / Strand Roundabout (approx. 30 - 45 minutes from Savannah departure) and then it stops at North Beach near the Tybee Island Lighthouse (approx. 15 minutes after the Roundabout stop).
Cost is $3 / way / person.
The brochure can be viewed here. |
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This northernmost barrier island offers a variety of natural and cultural experiences while providing goods and services to Residents and Visitors.
That's right; it's all here on Tybee! For a peak at what shops, services, restaurants, and recreational activities are available click here. The Locals Appreciation Card is now available to those with a valid 31328 address on their driver's license. For the most current list (updated 9-13-11!) of businesses honoring the card, click here. Cards can be obtained from the Better Hometown Program Coordinator in the Community Development Department at City Hall.
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In honor of May being National Preservation Month Mayor Buelterman read a Proclamation in 2010. Plus, to celebrate and share their appreciation and pride for Tybee's history, the Mayor and City Council members posed around the island ...
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USEFUL INFORMATION FOR BUSINESSES
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In February of 2011, Ed Lindsey with GA Tech presented his findings from the 2009 lodging data he collected for Market Study-Phase II. Click here for a profile summary of Hotel / Motel / Inn and Vacation Rental patrons. This information is beneficial for all businesses when planning successful marketing strategies.
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Interesting articles from SCORE... February 2010
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Commercial Vacancies for Sale or Lease within Tybee's Business Corridor:
(Updated: 10-2011; Information is not guaranteed. Please call 912-786-4573, ext. 123 with questions.)
Location: 18C Tybrisa Street Built: prior to 1980 Sq ft (approx.): N/A Contact: W. Navon Phone: 912-786-9596 Location: 24 Tybrisa Street Built: prior to 1980 Sq ft (approx.): N/A Contact: W. Navon Phone: 912-786-9596 Location: 104 Tybrisa Built: 1997
Sq ft (approx.): 2378
Contact: Savannah Trust Realty
Phone: 912-231-0667
Location: 5th Ave. (from Hwy 80)
Built: NA
Sq ft: 7355
Contact: Solomon Properties
Phone: 912-786-5466
Location: 406 First St.
Built: NA
Sq ft (approx): 186 (office space upstairs)
Contact: Brian Malins
Phone: 912-604-6389
Location: 405 First St.
Built: NA
Sq ft (approx): 7370
Contact: Solomon Properties
Phone: 912-786-5466 Location: 10 Jones Ave.
Built: 2000
Sq ft (approx.): 1200
Contact: Solomon Properties
Phone: 912-786-5466
Location: 1010 E. Hwy 80, Suite 5
Built: 2007
Sq ft: 900
Contact: Amy Gaster
Phone: 912-786-5853
Location: 1101 Hwy. 80 East Built: N/A Sq ft: 2509 Contact: Whitley & Associates Phone: 912-786-5466 Location: 1105 Hwy. 80 East Built: 1940
Sq ft: 2756
Contact: Atlantic Investors Real Estate
Phone: 912-786-5466
Location: 1204 E. Hwy 80
Built: 1920
Sq ft: NA
Contact: Coldwell Banker Platinum
Phone: 912-352-1222 Location: 1207 E. Hwy 80, Unit E Built: NA Sq ft: 150 Contact: First City Enterprises Phone: 912-786-5210 Location: 1207 E. Hwy 80, Unit F Built: NA Sq ft: 150 Contact: First City Enterprises
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Better Hometown Events Listing
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Event Location
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Tybrisa / Strand Roundabout / Lot at Tybee Oaks
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Start Date
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2/06/2012 12:01 AM
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End Date
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2/06/2012 12:02 AM
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Thank you for a successful 2011 of Third Thursdays on Tybee in the Main Corridor! From grassroots to classic rock, we hope to have provided the residents, as well as guests to Tybee Island, with quality entertainment during the spring and fall! We are looking forward to an even better 2012 Third Thursdays on Tybee series! In order to be considered as a performer, please submit according to the guidelines provided on the "Information for Performers" sheet.
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Event Location
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Tybrisa / Strand Roundabout / Lot at Tybee Oaks
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Start Date
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1/30/2012 12:01 AM
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End Date
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1/30/2012 12:02 AM
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Thank you for a successful 2011 of Third Thursdays on Tybee in the Main Corridor! From grassroots to classic rock, we hope to have provided the residents, as well as guests to Tybee Island, with quality entertainment during the spring and fall! We are looking forward to an even better 2012 Third Thursdays on Tybee series! In order to be considered as a performer, please submit according to the guidelines provided on the "Information for Performers" sheet. Submissions are due by February 6 at 5pm.
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Event Location
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Tybrisa / Strand Roundabout / Lot at Tybee Oaks
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Start Date
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1/27/2012 12:01 AM
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End Date
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1/27/2012 12:02 AM
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Thank you for a successful 2011 of Third Thursdays on Tybee in the Main Corridor! From grassroots to classic rock, we hope to have provided the residents, as well as guests to Tybee Island, with quality entertainment during the spring and fall! We are looking forward to an even better 2012 Third Thursdays on Tybee series! In order to be considered as a performer, please submit according to the guidelines provided on the "Information for Performers" sheet. Submissions are due by February 6 at 5pm.
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