Camden County public meetings in 2023
65 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting and Solid Waste Authority meeting. They will consider consent agenda items including intergovernmental agreements for elections with three cities, a resolution setting 2024 qualifying fees, a mosquito control contract renewal, and a borrow pit lease. Regular agenda items include a grant for playground equipment, a hiring policy, purchases for fire rescue and the tax commissioner, and contracts for the new Health Department building and a compactor rebuild.
- Intergovernmental agreements with St. Marys, Kingsland, and Woodbine for elections 2024-2027
- Resolution setting 2024 qualifying fees (e.g., $306 for BOC districts, $2,259.82 for Clerk of Superior Court)
- Contract renewal for mosquito control services to VDCI at $224,123.40 annually plus materials
- Contract award for construction of new Health Department building and increase in architecture/engineering fees to McCall Architecture
- Rebuild of ALJON 525 compactor by Tri County Equipment Repair
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to review homesteads and appeals. The board will consider approval of the 2024 Mobile Home Digest and the 2024 Board of Assessors Calendar.
- Approval of the 2024 Mobile Home Digest
- Review of new 2023 Homesteads
- Vehicle Appeal and Appeal Waiver and Releases
- 2024 Board of Assessors Calendar
- Discussion of Delinquent Tax Policy
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on November 21, 2023. The agenda includes a public hearing on 2024 alcohol license renewals, several equipment purchases, and a resolution on mental health services. A notable item is a proposal by Commissioner Jim Goodman to relinquish the Spaceport Camden Operator's License back to the FAA and cease all litigation expense.
- Public hearing on 2024 Alcohol License Renewals
- Purchase of a tractor with boom arm for Public Works
- Purchase of Hurst Hydraulic Extrication Equipment for Fire Rescue
- Resolution urging Georgia Governor and General Assembly to reform mental health services
- Relinquish Spaceport Camden Operator's License back to FAA, cease all litigation expense
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting and public hearing, with key actions including approval of agreements for the Honey Creek Boat Ramp, a special use permit for seasonal outdoor events, a de-annexation request, budget amendments, and a bid award. The board will also consider surrendering the Spaceport Camden rocket launch license. The agenda includes proclamations for Veterans Day and Operation Greenlight, and an executive session for litigation.
- Intergovernmental Agreement with GA DNR for Honey Creek Boat Ramp construction
- Real Estate Option Agreement with Episcopal Diocese of Georgia for Honey Creek Boat Ramp ($125,000, $50,000 option price)
- Special Use approval for seasonal outdoor events on 300-acre parcel on Horse Stamp Church Rd, Waverly
- Resolution approving de-annexation of 3.3 acres from City of Kingsland on Joseph's CT
- Surrender of Spaceport Camden Rocket Launch License
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration is holding a work session to discuss the Student Teen Election Participant (STEP) Program. The agenda includes only this discussion item, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.
- Discussion on the Student Teen Election Participant (STEP) Program
Board of Elections & Registration
The Board of Elections & Registration will review proposed changes to precincts and polling locations presented by the NPOC. Members will also discuss changing the date for the December regular meeting.
- Approval of proposed precinct and polling location changes
- Discussion of changing the December Regular BoER Meeting date
- Board training on absentee voting
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors is meeting to discuss new and retroactive homestead exemptions and vehicle appeals. The body will also review the ACO report and schedules for NADA and ABOS.
- Disabled Veteran Homestead- Retro
- New 2023 Homesteads
- Vehicle Appeal
- Approval of NADA Schedule
- Approval of ABOS Schedule
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including a rezoning for 3.3 acres in Kingsland and special use permits for a second dwelling and seasonal outdoor events. The commission will also review zoning variance requests for property setbacks in Woodbine and St. Marys.
- Rezoning RZ2023-15: Request to assign 3.3 acres to Agricultural Residential (A-R) zoning and 'Rural Residential' land use on Joseph’s Ct, Kingsland
- Special Use SU2023-08: Request for a second dwelling on 0.94 acres at 1283 Escott Rd., Kingsland
- Special Use SU2023-09: Request to hold seasonal outdoor events on 359 acres at 2310 Horse Stamp Church Rd, Waverly
- Zoning Variance ZV2023-10: Request for a side yard setback variance at 331 Marys Dr, Woodbine
- Zoning Variance ZV2023-11: Request for side and rear yard setback variances in St. Marys
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly rescind a prior decision on a voter eligibility challenge. The board will consider a challenge made by Margaret A. Beutel regarding James H. Burnham's status on the county's list of electors. This is a follow-up to the October 19th regular meeting.
- Discussion to rescind the October 19th vote accepting the challenge by Margaret A. Beutel
- Discussion of the challenge to James H. Burnham's voter eligibility
- Public comments limited to agenda items
- Possible vote on rescinding the prior decision
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will hold a public hearing and discussion regarding the elector challenge of James H. Burnham. The board will determine if Burnham should remain on the Camden County Electors List.
- Public hearing concerning the elector challenge of James H. Burnham
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting and a Solid Waste Authority meeting. They will consider adopting a Capital Improvements Element Amendment, applying for two grants, purchasing a vehicle, and authorizing a $3,000,000 loan for landfill Phase 5 construction. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.
- Adoption of final Capital Improvements Element Amendment by resolution
- Submittal of Community Wildfire Protection Plan grant application through US Forestry
- Submittal of Recreational Trails Program grant application through Georgia DNR
- Purchase of a 2023 Ford Escape SUV for the Board of Assessors
- Authorization to apply for $3,000,000 GEFA loan for Phase 5 at MSW Landfill
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting an amended Capital Improvements Element, which updates the county's impact fee program for new development. They will also vote on grant applications for wildfire protection and recreational trails, and authorize a $3 million loan application for landfill construction. The meeting includes a Solid Waste Authority session and an executive session for litigation discussion.
- Adoption of final Capital Improvements Element amendment by resolution
- Submittal of Community Wildfire Protection Plan grant application through US Forestry
- Submittal of Recreational Trails Program grant application through Georgia DNR
- Purchase of a 2023 Ford Escape SUV for the Board of Assessors
- Authorization to apply for $3,000,000 GEFA loan for Phase 5 at MSW Landfill
Board of Elections & Registration
The Board of Elections & Registration will hold a public hearing regarding an elector challenge for James H. Burnham. The meeting also includes discussions on 2024 meeting schedules and intergovernmental agreements with local municipalities.
- Public hearing for the elector challenge of James H. Burnham
- 2024 meeting schedule adoption
- 2024 intergovernmental agreements with three municipalities
- Discussion of October 19th regular meeting cancellation
- September 2023 end of month financial report
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing old and new business, and reviewing property tax appeals. The agenda includes items on homestead exemptions, disabled veteran homestead retro, vehicle appeals, appeal waivers, and a field review policy discussion. This is a regular administrative meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Homestead exemption discussion
- Disabled Veteran Homestead Retro
- Vehicle appeals
- Appeal waiver and releases
- Field review policy discussion
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting and public hearing to consider two rezoning requests, a billboard code amendment, purchases for the Sheriff's Office, a 2.5% salary adjustment for non-public safety staff, and setting the 2023 millage rates. The meeting also includes proclamations and a presentation on the Public Works/Fleet Services site plan.
- Rezone .36 acres at 85 Daisy Ave, Woodbine from A-R to R-1 (Anthony & Josephine Jackson)
- Rezone 5.43 acres on Hwy 110, Woodbine from A-F to R-1 (Joseph & Bernadette Rauls)
- Proposed amendment to UDC Section 708(f)(3)g regarding billboards
- Purchase of two generators for Sheriff's Office buildings and two Ford F-250 trucks
- Set 2023 countywide millage rate and Board of Education millage rates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review several requests for rezoning properties in Woodbine, St. Marys, and Waverly. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding billboards and multiple requests for zoning variances.
- Rezoning .36 acres at 85 Daisy Ln, Woodbine from Agricultural Residential to Single-Family Residential
- Rezoning 5.43 acres on GA Hwy 110, Woodbine from Agriculture Forestry to Single-Family Residential
- Proposed amendment to Unified Development Code Section 708(f)(3)g regarding billboards
- Zoning variance for an accessory building in a front yard at 1719 Mush Bluff Rd, St. Marys
- Five additional zoning variance requests involving side and rear yard setbacks
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will vote on authorizing the Elections Supervisor to publish a legal notice of proposed precinct and polling location changes, as recommended by the New Precinct Opportunities Committee (NPOC). The board will also discuss changing the November regular meeting date. The agenda includes routine items: adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, a financial report, and an elections supervisor update.
- Vote to publish notice of newly proposed precinct and polling location changes
- Discussion on changing November regular BoER meeting date
- August 2023 End of Month financial report
- NPOC report on precinct changes, including combining North Kingsland and Kingsland into Historic Kingsland
- Training on voter registration
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold two public hearings on solid waste management, including siting a new disposal facility and expanding existing landfills. They will also consider funding for MSW landfill expansion permitting and a tipping fee increase for out-of-county wet sludge. Other agenda items include purchasing three Chevrolet Silverado trucks and receiving updates on GDOT bridge replacements.
- Public hearing on waste management needs and siting a solid waste disposal facility
- Public hearing on making a siting decision for expansion of existing MSW and C&D/Industrial landfills
- Consideration of funding for MSW landfill expansion permitting
- Consideration of tipping fee increase for out-of-county wet sludge
- Purchase of three Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks for Facilities Maintenance, Planning and Development, and Fire Rescue
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is holding a regular meeting to discuss and act on property tax assessment matters. Key items include conservation breaches, homestead applications (including retroactive disabled veteran exemptions), vehicle appeals, appeal waivers, and the status of pending appeals. The board will also certify Board of Equalization appeals and receive an ACO report, followed by an executive session for exempt matters.
- Conservation breaches review
- Homestead applications: new and retroactive disabled veteran
- Vehicle appeals
- Appeal waiver and releases
- BOE appeal certification
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting and executive session on September 5, 2023. The board will consider several action items, including mutual aid agreements, disaster debris contracts, budget amendments, and a public safety compensation plan with salary increases. The agenda also includes proclamations and presentations on suicide prevention and animal sheltering.
- Mutual Aid Agreement with City of Woodbine for Public Works Services
- Contract for Disaster Debris Removal Services with Debris Tec, LLC
- Contract for Debris Monitoring with Debris Tec, LLC
- Allocation of Opioid Settlement monies to Drug Court
- Discussion and consideration of Public Safety Compensation Plan and salary increases
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider three requests for property setbacks and building locations. The items include requests for an accessory building in a front yard, side yard setback reductions, and rear yard setback reductions.
- ZV2023-06: Request to allow an accessory building in the front yard at 1719 Mush Bluff Rd, St. Marys
- ZV2023-07: Request to reduce side yard setback to 8.5 feet at 363 Cypress Ln, St. Marys
- ZV2023-08: Request to reduce front and rear setbacks to 20 feet at 6924 Dover Bluff Rd, Waverly
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on a vice-chair and a new member for the New Precinct Opportunities Committee (NPOC), and will hear the elections supervisor's update and a financial report. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Vote to nominate and select a Vice-Chair
- Vote to nominate and select an NPOC member
- Approval of July 20, 2023 regular board meeting minutes
- July 2023 end-of-month financial report
- Training on precincts and polling places led by Chair Rapp
The Board adopted a report from the New Precinct Opportunities Committee (NPOC) detailing several precinct mergers and boundary changes. The Board also elected a Vice-Chair and appointed a new member to the NPOC.
- Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes
- Adopted NPOC report including combining North Kingsland and Kingsland precincts into 'Historic Kingsland'
- Adopted NPOC report combining St. Marys and Mush Bluff precincts into 'St. Marys'
- Adopted NPOC report moving Elliotts Bluff area voters to N. St. Marys Precinct
- Adopted NPOC report to not split the PSA precinct (4-2-1)
- Approved two public hearings on precinct changes for September 6, 2023
- Elected Clara Harden as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Donna Schwartz to the NPOC (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a draft amendment to the Capital Improvements Element (CIE), which updates the county's impact fee program for new capital facilities. The board will also consider a resolution to transmit the draft to the Coastal Regional Commission for review. Other agenda items include agreements for sheriff's office equipment, audio-visual modernization, and a resolution on the U.S. Highway 17 bridge replacement.
- Public hearing and resolution to transmit draft Capital Improvements Element (CIE) Amendment to Coastal Regional Commission
- Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification for Camden County Sheriff's Office
- Increase to existing purchase order for full rewire/remodel of Contender Boat
- Intergovernmental Agreement for Audio-Visual Modernization using ARPA Funds for Brunswick Judicial Circuit
- Joint Resolution regarding U.S. Highway 17 Bridge Replacement Project
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine property tax administration matters. They will consider new and continuing conservation applications, homestead applications and appeals, vehicle appeals, and the status of appeals. The board is also set to approve the 2023 tax digest and tax-exempt digest, and to review an education policy update.
- Approval of 2023 Digest
- Approval of 2023 Tax Exempt Digest
- Conservation applications (new and continuation)
- Homestead applications and appeals, including Disabled Veteran Homestead Retro
- Parcel 539-09-018 arbitration appeal
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and appointments at its August 1, 2023 regular meeting. Key items include a $1.43 million pavement resurfacing contract, a $120,000 limestone purchase for unpaved roads, and a $19,980 pavement assessment. The board will also discuss park updates and roof replacement, and will enter executive session for IT-related matters.
- Contract award to Asphalt Paving Systems for pavement resurfacing, $1,432,636.31 (LMIG/SPLOST VIII)
- Purchase of #4 Limestone from Cemex for unpaved roads, $120,000
- Contract award to Roberts Civil Engineering for pavement assessment, $19,980
- Contract award to NSP Park Services for Harriett's Bluff Park play structure and court resurfacing, $71,748.66 (ARPA)
- Contract award to CGS Waterproofing for Government Services Building roof replacement, $73,282.50
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will hold its regular July meeting, covering routine items like adopting the agenda, approving June minutes, and hearing public comments. The board will review the preliminary year-end financial report and the FY24 approved budget, receive an update from the elections supervisor, and consider the New Precinct Opportunities Committee (NPOC) report. New business includes nominating and selecting a vice-chair, followed by training on electors list maintenance. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Preliminary Year End 063023 Report and FY24 Approved Budget review
- Nomination and selection of Vice-Chair
- NPOC report on precinct changes, including proposed merger of Browntown and West Kingsland precincts
- Training on Electors List Maintenance led by Chair Rapp
- Upcoming NPOC meetings on July 31 and August 14, 2023
The Board adopted the New Precinct Opportunities Committee report, which includes a proposal to merge the Browntown and West Kingsland precincts into a single precinct named West Kingsland. The Board also postponed the selection of a Vice-Chair until August.
- Approved merger of Browntown and West Kingsland precincts into 'West Kingsland' (Unanimous)
- Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Postponed selection of BoER Vice-Chair until August meeting (Unanimous)
- Adopted June 2023 NPOC report
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider several zoning changes, including a special use permit for a manufactured home, rezoning of 50.49 acres from Commercial Interchange to Planned Development, removal of 50.49 acres from Sanctuary Cove PD, and rezoning of 32.23 and 62.59 acres on Harriett's Bluff Road. They will also vote on purchases, appointments, and other administrative items.
- Special Use SU2023-05: manufactured home in R-2 zoning on Pelican Rd, Woodbine
- RZ2023-08: rezone 50.49 acres from C-I to PD on Dover Bluff Rd, Waverly
- RZ2023-12: remove 50.49 acres from Sanctuary Cove PD on Dover Bluff Rd
- RZ2023-10: rezone 32.23 acres from A-F to R-1 on Harriett's Bluff Rd, Kingsland
- RZ2023-11: rezone 62.59 acres from A-F to A-R on Harriett's Bluff Rd, Kingsland
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes from June 1, 2023. They will discuss new business items such as conservation use applications, disabled veteran homestead applications, homestead application appeals, vehicle appeals, an HOA application appeal, an arbitration appeal, the status of appeals, and the Eagle View aerial photography contract. The meeting also includes time for general discussion.
- Conservation Use Applications
- Disabled Veteran Homestead Applications
- Homestead Application Appeals
- Vehicle Appeals
- Eagle View Aerial Photography Contract
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to consider approving all lines of liability and auto insurance. The agenda includes opening ceremonies, roll call, agenda amendments, and public comments, but the only substantive item is the insurance approval vote.
- Consideration of approval of all lines of Liability and Auto Insurance
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering multiple land-use changes, including rezoning requests for properties in Woodbine and Waverly. The agenda also includes a request to allow a manufactured home in a multi-family residential zone on Pelican Road.
- Special Use SU2023-05: Request to allow a manufactured home in R-2 zoning on Pelican Rd, Woodbine
- Rezoning RZ2023-12: Request to remove 50.49 acres from Sanctuary Cove Planned Development at Sanctuary Village Dr
- Rezoning RZ20023-08: Request to rezone 50.49 acres from Commercial Interchange to Planned Development at Sanctuary Village Dr
- Rezoning RZ2023-10: Request to rezone 32.23 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Single-Family Residential on Harrietts Bluff Rd
- Rezoning RZ2023-11: Request to rezone 62.59 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Agricultural Residential on Harrietts Bluff Rd
The Planning Commission unanimously approved several rezoning requests, including a 50.49-acre change to Planned Development zoning and a 32.23-acre change to Single-Family Residential. The board also granted a special use permit for a manufactured home and a variance for a subdivision without paved road access.
- Approved special use request for manufactured home in R-2 zoning on Pelican Rd (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Commercial parcels from Sanctuary Cove Planned Development (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 50.49 acres from Commercial Interchange (C-I) to Planned Development (PD) at Sanctuary Village Dr (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 32.23 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Single-Family Residential (R-1) on Harrietts Bluff Rd (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 62.59 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Agricultural Residential (A-R) on Harrietts Bluff Rd (unanimous)
- Approved variance to allow subdivision without access to a paved County road on Harrietts Bluff Rd (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners held a special called meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024 countywide budget, which totals $90,612,983 across 18 funds. The Solid Waste Authority also adopted its separate annual budget of $6,368,155. The board considered approval for an indigent defense contract and a change order for a public safety radio tower.
- Adoption of the FY2024 Countywide Budget totaling $90,612,983
- Adoption of the FY2024 Solid Waste Authority Budget totaling $6,368,155
- Approval of the FY2024 Indigent Defense Contract costing $344,429
- Approval of Change Order #1 for 300-foot Public Safety Radio Tower construction
- Approval of the FY2024 Humane Society Agreement
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple professional service agreements, including a $24,000 contract for a supervising physician, and a regular agenda that includes adopting the 2023-2027 Joint Comprehensive Plan, purchasing a boat and vehicles, and discussing a conduit revenue bond for a workforce housing project. The board will also discuss paved private roads in non-gated neighborhoods and later convene a Solid Waste Authority meeting to consider a task order for landfill construction documents.
- Adoption of 2023-2027 Camden County Joint Comprehensive Plan
- Conduit Revenue Bond for The Vinings at Newport workforce housing project in Kingsland
- Purchase of Silver Ship AM 90 boat and two Mercury 400 Verado V10 motors for Cumberland Island law enforcement
- Professional services agreement with Dr. Earl T. Martin, MD for $24,000/year as supervising physician
- Task Order 2023-01 for MSW Landfill Stage 5 Cell construction documents with Atlantic Coast Consulting
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine items like agenda adoption, minutes approval, and a financial report. New business includes a report from the New Precinct Opportunities Committee, and the board will conduct provisional ballot training. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- New Precinct Opportunities Committee (NPOC) Report
- Provisional Ballot Training led by Chair Rapp
- May Month End financial report
- Approval of May 18, 2023 meeting minutes
- Upcoming holidays: Juneteenth (June 19) and July 4th
The Board adopted the agenda and approved the minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting. No other official actions were taken during the session.
- Adopted agenda as written
- Approved May 18, 2023 Regular Board Meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget and several infrastructure contract awards. The meeting also includes presentations on the annual financial report and the National Weather Service StormReady program.
- Proposed FY2024 budget presentation
- Contract award for road resurfacing at Submarine Base Kings Bay – Base Housing
- Contract award for road resurfacing at Submarine Base Kings Bay – Upper Base
- Contract award for Horse Stamp Church Road widening and resurfacing
- Public hearing regarding adding domestic fowl definitions to the Unified Development Code
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone 50.49 acres at Sanctuary Village Dr to Planned Development. The meeting also includes discussions on allowing chickens in R-1 and R-2 districts and a variance for a subdivision on an unpaved road.
- Rezoning of 50.49 acres from Commercial Interchange to Planned Development at Sanctuary Village Dr
- Amendment to Unified Development Code to allow up to five laying hens in R-1 and R-2 districts
- Variance request for a 10-lot subdivision on Nicoya Ln without paved road access
- Special Use request to allow a manufactured home in R-2 zoning on Frazier Rd
- Review of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning Commission approved an amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding domestic fowl. The board also approved a variance for a subdivision without a paved road and a special use request for a manufactured home in an R-2 zone.
- Approved Unified Development Code Section 309(c) addition for Domestic Fowl (Unanimous)
- Approved variance ZV2023-023 for subdivision without paved County road access on Nicoya Ln (Unanimous)
- Approved special use SU2023-04 for manufactured home in R-2 zoning on Frazier Rd (4-1)
- Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the budget for Fiscal Year 2024. No other items are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
Board of Elections & Registration
The Board of Elections & Registration established the New Precinct Opportunities Committee (NPOC) to evaluate and alter precinct lines and polling locations. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting.
- Approved April 20, 2023 Regular Board Meeting minutes
- Created New Precinct Opportunities Committee (NPOC) to assess precinct lines and polling locations (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposal for a no-cost summer camp and potential increases to landfill tipping fees. The agenda also includes an intergovernmental agreement for fuel and several grant applications.
- Increase of Fiscal Year 2024 tipping fees for Municipal Solid Waste and Construction & Demolition Landfills
- Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Kingsland for gasoline and diesel fuel
- Drought Study Planning Grant application through Georgia Emergency Management Agency
- Emergency Management Performance Grant Award from Georgia Emergency Management Agency
- Proposal for a No Cost Summer Camp provided by the Camden County Public Service Authority
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine property tax administration. The board will consider homestead exemption applications, including disabled veteran and denial cases, as well as conservation use applications and denials. They will also vote on appraisal schedules, mailing assessment notices, and adopting policies for homestead and education. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy changes or large contracts listed.
- Homestead exemption applications and denials
- Disabled veteran homestead exemption
- New and continuation conservation use applications, plus a denial
- Approval of appraisal schedules and mailing of assessment notices
- Approval of homestead and education policies
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for 5.01 acres on Haddock Road and an alcohol license application for Huck’s Pub. The agenda also includes discussions regarding jail repairs, library service agreements, and a theft investigation.
- Rezoning request for 5.01 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Multi-Family Residential on Haddock Rd, Kingsland
- Alcohol license request for Retail Sale and Consumption of Malt Beverages, Beer and Wine at 1979 Harriett’s Bluff Rd., Woodbine
- Resolution to accept Foxwood Way and drainage ways into the Camden County Right of Way
- Approval of repairs to Camden County Public Safety Complex Jail detention hinges and doors
- Agreement for Library Services and Activities with Woodbine Public Library Inc. and Three Rivers Regional Library System
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone 5.01 acres on Haddock Rd for multi-family apartments. Additionally, the board will review a proposed addition to the Unified Development Code regarding domestic fowl.
- Rezoning of 5.01 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Multi-Family Residential on Haddock Rd
- Future Land Use Map Amendment from Commercial to Multi-Family for Haddock Rd property
- Proposed addition to Unified Development Code Section 309(c) regarding Domestic Fowl
- Dedication of Foxwood Way to the Camden County Right-of-way
The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for 5.01 acres on Haddock Rd and accepted Foxwood Way into the county right-of-way. A proposed amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding domestic fowl was tabled for further clarification.
- Approved RZ2023-06 to rezone 5.01 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Multi-Family Residential (R-3) and FLU 2023-02 map amendment (Unanimous)
- Tabled Unified Development Code Amendment to Section 309(c) Domestic Fowl (Unanimous)
- Approved Dedication Deed FPR-2023-001 to accept Foxwood Way as part of the Camden County Right-of-Way (Unanimous)
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine property tax matters, including approving minutes and hearing public comments. The main business involves decisions on homestead applications, disabled veteran homesteads, conservation applications (new, renewals, releases, continuations, breaches, denials), and Freeport exemption applications. No specific details or outcomes are provided in the agenda.
- Homestead Application Denials
- Disabled Veteran Homestead
- New Conservation Applications
- Conservation Renewals and Releases
- Freeport Exemption Applications
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is holding a work session to discuss two policies: the Homestead Policy and the Education Policy. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion-only meeting.
- Discussion of Homestead Policy
- Discussion of Education Policy
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will hold its regular April meeting, covering adoption of the agenda, approval of February and March minutes, and a financial report for March. New business includes a discussion on precinct lines and numbers, followed by an election supervisor's update and board training on recount procedures and pre-poll opening tasks. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 4:00 PM at the Camden County Government Services Complex.
- Discussion regarding Precinct Lines & Numbers
- Financial report for March month-end
- Approval of minutes from Feb 16 regular and Mar 24 special meetings
- Board training: Recount Procedures and Before the Polls Open
- Upcoming dates: May 18 BoER meeting, May 29 Memorial Day holiday
The Board approved the minutes from the February 16, 2023 Regular Meeting and the March 24, 2023 Special Called Meeting. No official action was taken on discussions regarding precinct lines, numbers, or recount and poll opening procedures.
- Approved February 16, 2023 Regular Board Meeting minutes
- Approved March 24, 2023 Special Called Meeting minutes
- Precinct Lines & Numbers discussion: no official action taken
- Recount Procedures and Polls Open training: no official action taken
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners approved two rezoning and special use requests for properties on Josephs Way. The meeting also included presentations regarding crime victims' rights and the county budget award.
- Approved rezoning 4.5 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Multi-Family Residential on Josephs Way
- Approved special use permit for a manufactured home in an R-2 zoning district on Josephs Way
- Approved rezoning of three parcels totaling 0.57 acres on Manning Ln. to Single-Family Residential
- Presentation of the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Award
- Proclamation recognizing Crime Victims’ Rights Week (April 23–29, 2023)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special called meeting to conduct opening ceremonies and adopt the agenda. The session includes an executive session for the purpose of discussing litigation.
- Executive Session to discuss litigation
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine property assessment matters, including homestead applications, conservation applications, and a proposed contract for the 2024 Rural Land Revaluation. The board will also discuss scheduling a work session on the homestead exemption policy. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.
- Homestead applications
- New conservation applications and conservation releases/renewals
- Contract with GMASS for 2024 Rural Land Revaluation
- FLPA application and HOA common property application
- Discussion of work session on homestead exemption policy
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several zoning map amendments for properties in Kingsland and Manning Lane. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments, a mutual aid agreement with Glynn County, and a request for a forensic audit of credit card transactions.
- Rezoning 4.5 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Multi-Family Residential on Josephs Way
- Special Use request for a manufactured home in an R-2 district on Josephs Way
- Rezoning three parcels totaling 0.57 acres on Manning Ln to Single-Family Residential
- Resolution requesting a forensic audit of all credit card transactions from July 1, 2016, to June 30, 2022
- Resolution to dissolve the Camden County Spaceport Authority
Planning Commission
The Camden County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 29, 2023, to consider several land-use requests. These include two rezoning applications, a special use permit for a manufactured home, a zoning variance, a Unified Development Code amendment, and a road dedication. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 22, 2023 meeting.
- Rezoning RZ2023-03: .57 acres on Manning Ln from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Single-Family Residential (R-1), District 5, Tax Map 030A 001, 030A 002 & 030A 005I, owner/applicant Russell M Prescott.
- Rezoning RZ2023-04: 4.5 acres on Josephs Way, Kingsland from A-F to Multi-Family Residential (R-2), District 5, Tax Map 083 077, owner Beatrice Chevalier ETAL, applicant Travis B. Hopkins.
- Special Use SU2023-03: request to allow a manufactured home in R-2 zoning on Josephs Way, Kingsland, same parcel as RZ2023-04.
- Zoning Variance ZV2023-01: allow accessory building in front yard in R-1 zoning at 235 Sherard Ln, Woodbine, District 2, Tax Map 105 010, owners Trevor & Jennifer Stratton.
- Unified Development Code amendment to sec 1244 (2) 'Public Utilities' (B) and 1246 (1) 'Utilities'.
The Commission unanimously approved two rezoning requests and a special use permit for properties in District 5. A zoning variance for an accessory building in District 2 was approved, along with amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding utilities.
- Approved rezoning .57 acres on Manning Ln from Agricultural Forestry to Single-Family Residential (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning 4.5 acres on Josephs Way from Agricultural Forestry to Multi-Family Residential (Unanimous)
- Approved Special Use request for a manufactured home on Josephs Way (Unanimous)
- Approved zoning variance for accessory building in front yard at 235 Sherard Ln (Unanimous)
- Approved Unified Development Code amendments to sec 1244 (2) and 1246 (1) regarding utilities (Unanimous)
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration is holding a special called meeting to certify the results of the March 21st St. Marys Special Election. The agenda includes public comments, adoption of the agenda, and a vote on the certification. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Certification of the March 21st St. Marys Special Election
- Public comments for agenda items
- Adoption of agenda
- Upcoming dates: Good Friday holiday April 7, 2023; monthly board meeting April 20, 2023
The Board of Elections & Registration unanimously certified the results of the March 21, 2023, St. Marys Special Election. Members also discussed the FY23/24 budget proposal, including poll worker pay and equipment needs.
- Certified March 21, 2023, St. Marys Special Election results (Unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to increase the Hotel Motel Tax to six percent. The meeting also includes discussions on spaceport records, library funding, and several appointments.
- Public hearing regarding increasing Hotel Motel Tax to 6%
- Purchase of concrete for Sheriff’s Office Special Operations K9 training building
- Purchase of twenty Tasers with holsters, battery packs, and cartridges
- Resolution for the increase to Hotel Motel Tax
- Discussion regarding termination of the County Attorney
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine property assessment matters, including a true roll homestead audit, conservation and homestead applications, and appeal waivers. The board will also discuss attending a summer conference. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.
- True Roll Homestead Audit
- Conservation Applications
- Homestead Applications
- Appeal Waiver and Releases
- Summer Conference at Jekyll Island, July 17-20
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a proposed increase of the Hotel Motel Tax to 6%, three rezoning and special-use requests, and a resolution to release all Spaceport records. They will also consider terminating the county attorney contract, adopting new hurricane evacuation zones, and discussing rocket engine testing impacts.
- Public hearing on increasing Hotel Motel Tax to 6%
- Rezone 36.8 acres on Piney Bluff Rd from Agricultural Forestry to Single-Family Residential
- Special use approval for seasonal outdoor events (festivals & corn maze) on 94.2 acres at 9951 GA Hwy 110, Woodbine
- Resolution to release all Spaceport records
- Termination of County Attorney Contract
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections and Registration is holding a work session to discuss the Elections Department budget for FY2024. The meeting is open to the public and includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and roll call.
- Discussion of Elections Department budget for FY2024
Planning Commission
The Camden County Planning Commission will meet to consider several rezoning and special use requests. The most significant item is a request to rezone 36.8 acres on Piney Bluff Rd from Agricultural Forestry to Single-Family Residential, with a corresponding Future Land Use Map amendment. The commission will also consider two smaller rezoning requests and two special use permits for seasonal events and livestock breeding. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and election of officers.
- Rezoning RZ2022-09: 36.8 acres on Piney Bluff Rd, Waverly from A-F to R-1 (FLU2022-04 from Rural to Residential)
- Rezoning RZ2023-01: 4.5 acres on New Post Rd, Waverly from R-1 to A-F
- Rezoning RZ2023-02: 3.2 acres at 462 Plantation Point Rd, Woodbine from A-R to A-F
- Special Use SU2023-01: 94.2 acres at 9951 GA Hwy 110, Woodbine for seasonal outdoor events (festivals & corn maze)
- Special Use SU2023-02: 3.2 acres at 462 Plantation Point Rd, Woodbine for livestock breeding services
The Planning Commission approved two rezoning requests and one special use permit for seasonal outdoor events. The commission also elected a Chairman and Vice-Chairman.
- Elected Commissioner Cheek as Chairman
- Elected Commissioner Rainer as Vice-Chairman
- Approved rezoning 36.8 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Single Family Residential (R-1) and Future Land Use Map Amendment FLU2022-04 (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning 4.5 acres from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to Agricultural Forestry (A-F) (unanimous)
- Approved Special Use permit SU2023-01 for Seasonal Outdoor Events at 9951 GA Hwy 110 (unanimous)
- Approved December 21, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will vote on terminating the county attorney contract and on a prior motion to release all spaceport records. They will also consider funding for the Woodbine Public Library and a scoreboard at Howard Gilman Stadium, and a resolution requesting prosecution of those involved in the Public Service Authority theft.
- Resolution requesting DA prosecute those involved in Camden County Public Service Authority theft and misuse of funds
- Consideration of termination of the County Attorney contract
- Discussion and vote on prior motion to release all Spaceport records
- Funding for the Woodbine Public Library
- Funding for Howard Gilman Stadium Score Board
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes from February 2, 2023. New business includes discussing homestead exemption applications (including disabled veteran and new 2023 applications), an ACO report, and the status of appeals. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or dollar amounts specified.
- Homestead exemption applications, including disabled veteran and new 2023 applications
- Discussion of homestead case K10-03-014A
- ACO report
- Status of appeals
- General discussion, including CAVEAT event (May 23-25, 2023)
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections and Registration will vote on Amendment 2 to its bylaws, which updates the mission statement and adds reporting requirements for legal actions. The board will also consider changing the March 16, 2023 meeting date/time and will reorganize by electing a new Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and the January financial report.
- Vote on Amendment 2 to Board Bylaws (mission update, legal action reporting)
- Vote to change March 16, 2023 regular meeting date/time
- Nomination and election of 2023 Board Chair and Vice-Chair
- January month-end financial report (62.88% of budget used)
- Upcoming St. Marys Special Election (March 21, 2023) and related deadlines
The Board approved amendments to its bylaws and a record transfer template. Members reorganized the board leadership and rescheduled the March meeting to certify special election results.
- Approved Amendment 2 to the Board of Elections and Registration Bylaws (Unanimous)
- Approved template for transferring records to the Clerk of Superior Court (Unanimous)
- Cancelled March 16 meeting and scheduled Special Called Meeting for March 27 at 8:00 AM (Unanimous)
- Elected Kyle Rapp as Chair (3-1)
- Elected Anthony Kicklighter as Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
- Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will consider three rezoning requests, an alcohol license application, adoption of the 2023 Action Agenda for the Strategic Plan, and several equipment purchases and grant submittals. A public hearing will precede votes on the rezoning and alcohol license items.
- Rezone 3 acres at 1818 Union Carbide Rd, Woodbine from R-1 to Agricultural Forestry with FLU change from Residential to Rural Residential
- Rezone 2.63 acres at 12866 GA HWY 110, Woodbine from C-G to R-1 with FLU change from Commercial to Residential
- Alcohol license for Legendary Sports Lounge at 5121 US HWY 17, Kingsland for retail sale of malt beverages, beer, wine, and liquor
- Adoption of the 2023 Action Agenda for the Strategic Plan
- Purchase of community warning equipment via GEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
Planning Commission
The Camden County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two rezoning requests. The first seeks to rezone 3 acres at 1818 Union Carbide Rd from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to allow horse boarding. The second seeks to rezone 2.63 acres at 12866 GA Hwy 110 from Commercial General (C-G) to Single-Family Residential (R-1) to build a home. Staff recommends approval for both.
- Rezoning RZ2022-14: 3 acres at 1818 Union Carbide Rd from R-1 to A-F (FLU2022-07 from Residential to Rural Residential)
- Rezoning RZ2022-15: 2.63 acres at 12866 GA Hwy 110 from C-G to R-1 (FLU2022-08 from Commercial to Residential)
- Both requests include Future Land Use Map amendments
- Planning staff recommends approval for both rezoning requests
Board of Elections & Registration
The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will hold a regular meeting to seat reappointed members for Districts 2 and 5, approve minutes and the December financial report, and consider an amendment to its bylaws. The meeting also includes updates from the elections supervisor and a list of upcoming dates, including the March 21 special election for St. Marys City Council Post #3.
- Oath of office for reappointed board members for Districts 2 and 5
- Amendment 2 to the Board of Elections and Registration Bylaws
- Approval of minutes from Oct 20, Nov 14, and Dec 9 meetings
- December month-end financial report
- St. Marys special election on March 21, 2023
The Board seated reappointed members for Districts 2 and 5. The Board approved previous meeting minutes and postponed a vote on an amendment to the bylaws.
- Seated reappointed Board members Dr. Jannett Bradford (District 2) and Kyle Rapp (District 5)
- Approved October 20, 2022, November 14, 2022, and December 9, 2022 meeting minutes
- Postponed Amendment 2 to the Board of Elections and Registration Bylaws until February meeting (3-0)
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will consider several items at its January 17, 2023 regular meeting, including FY2023 budget amendments for the General Fund and Unincorporated Tax District, an agreement for tourism promotion with Thiokol Memorial Project Inc., and intergovernmental agreements with three cities to conduct 2023 municipal elections. The board will also reaffirm existing long-term contracts and the county attorney contract, adopt legislative priorities for 2023, and make appointments to the Board of Elections.
- Reaffirm all existing long-term contracts and the County Attorney Contract
- FY2023 Budget Amendments for General Fund and Unincorporated Tax District
- Agreement for Tourism Promotion Activities with Thiokol Memorial Project Inc.
- Intergovernmental Agreement with City of St. Marys, Kingsland, and Woodbine for 2023 municipal elections
- Adoption of Legislative Priorities for 2023
Board of Assessors
The Camden County Board of Assessors is meeting to reorganize for 2022, electing officers and appointing a secretary. They will also consider 2023 homestead exemptions, a vehicle appeal, employee classifications, and an ACO report, with general discussion on a timber equipment exemption.
- Reorganization of the Board of Assessors for 2022
- 2023 Homestead Exemption Applications
- Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemptions
- Vehicle Appeal
- Timber Equipment Exemption discussion
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone 1.10 acres from Commercial General to Single-Family Residential at 264 Kinlaw Rd. The agenda also includes discussions on storm water management, road stabilization materials, and various board appointments.
- Public hearing for rezoning 1.10 acres from CG to R-1 at 264 Kinlaw Rd., Woodbine
- Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMPG) Grant Submittal regarding storm water management
- Purchase of aggregate and base material for unpaved road stabilization
- Reappointment of District 4 and District 2 to the Camden County Planning Commission
- Appointments to the Camden County Public Service Authority Board
Board of County Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting to reorganize for 2023. They will elect a chair and vice-chair, then vote to re-affirm all existing long-term county contracts and re-appoint the county administrator and county attorney. The agenda includes a list of over 100 contracts and agreements to be re-affirmed.
- Re-affirmation of all existing long-term county contracts (over 100 items listed)
- Re-appointment of County Administrator Shawn M. Boatright and County Attorney John S. Myers
- Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023
- Oath of office for newly elected commissioners Martin A. Turner, III (District 2) and James A. Goodman (District 4)