JEKYLL ISLAND CARRYING CAPACITY & INFRASTRUCTURE ASSESSMENT CHAPTER 2 - INTRODUCTION
Figure 1. Aerial view of the southern part of Jekyll Island . Image courtesy JIA.
via email, phone interviews, and during public input sessions.
biodiversity. However, the emphasis of this study is on quantifying human use and infrastructure.
This assessment is intended to allow the JIA Board to make data-driven decisions regarding visitor and vehicle numbers, visitor experiences, future land use, capital investment, marketing, development, and conservation. It is also intended to inform future updates to the Jekyll Island Master Plan and the Jekyll Island Conservation Plan. There is a clear need to evaluate the island’s systems to continue to support positive user experiences and
Specific recommendations related to Jekyll Island’s future, which also directly pertain to the decisions stemming from the capacity and infrastructure assessment, are outlined in this document. These recommendations take a detailed look at factors incorporated in the analysis and calculation of carrying capacity found throughout the main body of the assessment.
Figure 2. The unique environmental resources on Jekyll Island help define island character and impact expected visitor experience. Image courtesy Sand County Studios.
Figure 3. The historic district achieved Landmark District status, becoming known as the Jekyll Island Club National Historic Landmark District. Image courtesy JIA.
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