Description
The City of St. Marys is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct an Impact Fee Study. The selected firm will analyze the feasibility of implementing impact fees and establish a structured fee schedule for the City's fiscal year 2027-2028 budget. The study will include an analysis of eligible services, development of a proposed impact fee schedule, evaluation of potential reductions, appeals, and exemptions, and provision of administrative guidance. The firm will also assist in integrating a Capital Improvements Element into the City's Comprehensive Plan.
• The study will cover services such as parks, recreation, and open space, roads, streets, and bridges, water and sewer, and public safety.
• The firm will provide a written assessment of how an impact fee program can support the City's financial and development goals.
• The firm will ensure compliance with the Georgia Development Impact Fee Act of 1990.