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Tybee Together’s mission is to create and sustain a vibrant, multigenerational community hub at Memorial Park, anchored by the YMCA, that safeguards TIMA’s home on Tybee, preserves and expands the park’s green space, celebrates island heritage, and unites

Tybee Island City Council Unanimously Backs Memorial Park Project, Standing in Unity with Charter School Families as New...
09/12/2026

Tybee Island City Council Unanimously Backs Memorial Park Project, Standing in Unity with Charter School Families as Newly Formed PTA Takes Root on Tybee
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Tybee Island, GA — Sept. 10, 2026

This evening, the Tybee Island City Council held a vote on the Memorial Park Resolution to pave the way for Tybee Island Maritime Academy to secure a permanent residence on the island. Community members and TIMA parents voiced their respective positions, with residents advocating for a thoughtful approach to planning, with conservation of green space and historic landmarks in mind. A theme of compromise and united support began to emerge over what has formerly been a topic of division among citizens.

TIMA pride flair and colorful signs advocating for keeping “TIMA on Tybee” were on full display in the public forum. Cheers erupted after Councilman Tony Ploughe motioned to pass the resolution, and all City Council members voted in favor of the measure. Energized parents hugged and thanked Tybee residents and Mayor Brian West.

Earlier Thursday, a group of 73 like-minded parents ratified an official Georgia PTA in support of the charter school’s students, teachers, and future facilities. This newly formed alliance was organized by passionate TIMA supporters with a shared vision of building a new school on their beloved island, while standing in opposition to the charter school’s proposed “backup plan” of relocating the school to Thunderbolt.

Parent of a kindergartener and fourth-grade student, Mariah Goforth, expressed gratitude for the evening’s outcome, stating, “The positive energy and excitement
in the room tonight was palpable! TIMA parents, community members, and the Tybee City Council spoke of the symbiotic relationship between TIMA and Tybee Island. As a mom of two TIMA students, I feel inspired by this current momentum and look forward to continued progress.”

It’s not too late to show your support for TIMA on Tybee. The following upcoming events are open to the public:

Sept. 12 — TIMA Gov Board Special Session, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: AC Hotel Savannah Historic District, East River Street, Savannah, GA
Sept. 14 — TIMA Gov Board Mtg, 6:30 p.m.
Location: TIMA Gymnasium, 714 Lovell Ave., Tybee Island, GA 31328

09/11/2026

Resolution 2026-16 passed unanimously at tonight's (9/10/26) Tybee City Council Meeting!!

The public speeches start around 0:28:40
The council discussion and vote start around 1:45:00

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09/06/2026

The next 7 days are crucial to keep the momentum going on the Memorial Park dream.
Please stay actively engaged and optimistic!

🗓️ 9/7- DEADLINE to sign up to speak at next TIMA Gov Board Mtg
(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdr7hBQWBWJY4BE3wjBjBF7Y2GVpCn8ATQULTjsPnUkL19sgQ/viewform)

🗓️ 9/9 - City Council Workshop 3pm
(Agenda: https://meetings.municode.com/d/f?u=https://mccmeetings.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/tybee-pubu/MEET-Agenda-d690065f1dc14683827d1e72ec2c8108.pdf&n=Agenda-City%20Council%20Workshop-September%209,%202026%203.00%20PM.pdf
Packet:
https://meetings.municode.com/d/f?u=https://mccmeetings.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/tybee-pubu/MEET-Packet-d690065f1dc14683827d1e72ec2c8108.pdf&n=AgendaPacket-City%20Council%20Workshop-September%209,%202026%203.00%20PM.pdf)

🗓️ 9/10 - City Council Vote 6:30pm
(Agenda: https://meetings.municode.com/d/f?u=https://mccmeetings.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/tybee-pubu/MEET-Agenda-05283e03e26641de9fe9c210e8eb3c75.pdf&n=Agenda-City%20Council%20Regular%20Meeting-September%2010,%202026%206.30%20PM.pdf
Packet:
https://meetings.municode.com/d/f?u=https://mccmeetings.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/tybee-pubu/MEET-Packet-05283e03e26641de9fe9c210e8eb3c75.pdf&n=AgendaPacket-City%20Council%20Regular%20Meeting-September%2010,%202026%206.30%20PM.pdf)

🗓️ 9/12 - TIMA Gov Board Special Session 9am-3pm
***Location: AC Hotel Savannah Historic District, East River Street, Savannah, GA, USA***
(Agenda:
https://tybeeislandmaritimeacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/TIMARetreatAgendaGen2026-1.pdf)

🗓️ 9/14 - TIMA Gov Board Mtg 6:30pm
(Agenda: https://tybeeislandmaritimeacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/September-2026-Agenda-General-Session-9.14.26.docx-1.pdf)

All Tybee City Meetings are held:
Tybee Island Public Safety Building
78 Van Horne Avenue
Tybee Island, GA 31328

TIMA Meetings (unless otherwise noted) are held on Tybee:
Small Groups - In the cottage at 711 Butler Avenue
Large Group - In the Cafeteria at 714 Lovell Ave

*All meetings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.*"

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HEY PARENTS! Want to know what you can do to help keep TIMA on Tybee? Join us Wednesday, August 19th 8:30-9 AM at Huc A...
08/13/2026

HEY PARENTS! Want to know what you can do to help keep TIMA on Tybee? Join us Wednesday, August 19th 8:30-9 AM at Huc A Poos for a quick way to get the latest information on keeping our school on Tybee!

07/20/2026

Dear Colleagues, Board Members, Families, and Community Partners:

I am writing to share an important update about the future of Tybee Island Maritime Academy. As you may be aware, our TIMA Governing Board approved the acquisition of property by our Foundation for Maritime Education at the June Governing Board meeting. On July 13, 2026, the purchase of the former Thunderbolt Elementary School property was completed.

This acquisition marks a significant step forward for our organization, giving us the potential for a permanent home to grow our programs and better serve our students for years to come.

Our immediate priority is preparing the site. That work begins with removing the dilapidated portable classrooms currently on the property and getting the grounds ready for remodeling and construction. At the same time, we are meeting with architects and designers to begin developing concepts for the campus. As those concepts take shape, we look forward to sharing them with colleagues, our Board, and the broader community for input before any plans are finalized.

I want to be clear: this purchase does not signal a departure from Tybee Island. We remain deeply engaged with the Memorial Park planning team and the City of Tybee as we work together to determine TIMA's continued presence on the island. We are committed to keeping our Tybee community informed as those conversations progress, and we will share updates as soon as we have more to report.

This is an exciting moment for TIMA, and it would not be possible without the continued support of our families, staff, Board, and community. Thank you for your patience and partnership as we move through this next phase. Questions and input are always welcome.

With deepest thanks,

Peter L. Ulrich

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MPMP_Survey1We had a great time sharing ideas about the future of Memorial Park!Make sure...
07/20/2026

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MPMP_Survey1

We had a great time sharing ideas about the future of Memorial Park!
Make sure your voice is heard, help by completing this survey about the Memorial Park Master Plan!

REMINDER: TIMA is hosting a Parent Plug-in Open to the Public at 8:30am on 5/15/26 in their cafeteria where additional ...
05/14/2026

REMINDER: TIMA is hosting a Parent Plug-in Open to the Public at 8:30am on 5/15/26 in their cafeteria where additional information about their facilities will be discussed

🗓️ 4/13/26: Facilities Update Email shared by their Executive Director, Peter Uhlrich; https://app.smore.com/n/majs8-tima-facilities-update?ref=email

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📣 Great News: There have been several exciting developments for Tybee Island's Memorial Park over the last month! 📣🗓️ 3/...
04/22/2026

📣 Great News: There have been several exciting developments for Tybee Island's Memorial Park over the last month! 📣

🗓️ 3/26/26 : Tybee's City Council voted unanimously to approve the Award of a Professional Services Contract for Memorial Park Master Plan Development with CHA Solutions in the Amount of $99,300.00.

(You may view the CC meeting video and CHA's full proposal on our website; https://www.tybeetogether.org/information/memorial-park-architect-approved-by-tybee-island-city-council)

🗓️ 4/1/26: Tybee Island Maritime Academy Executive Director, Peter Uhlrich, gave a presentation at the Tybee Island City Council Workshop.

(You can view the full video here; https://reflect-vod-cityoftybee.cablecast.tv/internetchannel/show/8660
Bret Bell kicks off the Memorial Park discussion around 1:30:00)

🗓️ 4/9/26: The Tybee Island City Council officially appointed 12 members to the Memorial Park Advisory Committee:

Jay Burke
Dawn Shay
Sara Bacon
Colleen Bozard
Deb Barreiro
Mary Gilker
Anthony Orsini
Sarah Elizabeth Beason
Sue Hogrefe Jackson
Reneé LaSalle
Molly Jordan
Andrew Carleton

Father Brett Brannen of St. Michael's Catholic Church also spoke of both his and the church's intent to continue their unwavering support for TIMA to accomplish their goals on Tybee.

(You can view his speech at 10:21 and the vote at 26:08 here; https://reflect-vod-cityoftybee.cablecast.tv/internetchannel/show/8666)

🗓️ 4/13/26: T.I.M.A.'s Executive Director shared a Facilities Update summarizing the progress and forthcoming efforts made by the city and the school and announcing a Parent Plug-in (open to the public) on May 15th where additional information will be presented.

(https://app.smore.com/n/majs8-tima-facilities-update?ref=email)"

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