Camden County public meetings in 2025

Board of Elections & Registration

The Board of Elections & Registration will conduct a public hearing to determine if certain challenged individuals should remain on the Camden County Electors List. The board will also consider the 2026 meeting schedule and a motion to rescind a previous vote on board bylaws.

• Public hearing regarding Elector Challenges to determine eligibility for the Electors List
• Proposed 2026 Meeting Schedule
• Motion to rescind November 7, 2025, approval of amended Board of Election & Registration Bylaws
• Review of November Month End Financial Report

The Board adopted the agenda and approved the November 7 special‑meeting minutes. It adopted the 2026 meeting schedule and unanimously rescinded the November 7 motion that had approved the amended bylaws. The Board then voted to remove 28 challenged voters from the Camden County Electors List, upheld challenges for three others, and removed one name from the challenge list. The meeting was adjourned at 4:53 pm.

• Adopt agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approve November 7, 2025 special‑meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopt 2026 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Rescind previous motion to approve amended bylaws (unanimous)
• Remove 28 individuals from the elector challenge list (unanimous)
• Uphold challenges for numbers 29, 30, and 32 and remove them from the voters list (unanimous)
• Remove Ashley Richoux (number 31) from the challenge list (unanimous)
• Adjourn regular meeting at 4:53 pm (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on December 16, 2025, to consider a range of administrative and operational items. Key decisions include whether to proceed with construction of the 5-Stand at Two Rivers Gun Range, whether to rebid the Multi-Use Sports Complex, and approval of several contracts and budget amendments. The agenda also includes appointments, a reduction in a Superior Court judge's supplement, and a memorandum of understanding with the Joint Development Authority.

• Direction on proceeding with construction of the 5-Stand at Two Rivers Gun Range
• Approval to rebid the Multi-Use Sports Complex
• Contract award for Woodbine Lions Park Baseball Field Fence Installation Project
• Bid award for Mosquito Control Services
• Approval of contract for Everbridge Mass Notification System with Everbridge Inc.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve the 2026 prebill digest and the 2026 board calendar. The body will also review new 2025 homestead applications and vehicle appeals.

• Approval of 2026 Prebill Digest
• Approval of 2026 BOA Calendar
• 2025 New Homestead Applications
• Disabled Veteran Homestead- Retro
• Vehicle Appeals

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will convene a special called meeting, adopt the agenda, and hear public comments. They will then enter an executive session to discuss litigation. No other actions or decisions are listed.

• Adoption of the Special Called Agenda
• Public Comments – first section for agenda items
• Public Comments – second section for any public concerns
• Executive Session for the purpose of discussing litigation
• Adjournment of the Special Called Meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the new Camden County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Complex (Jail). No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion regarding new Camden County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Complex (Jail)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the 5-Stand at Two Rivers Gun Range.

• Discussion regarding 5-Stand at Two Rivers Gun Range

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will meet on November 19, 2025 to consider a special exception variance request. The request (VAR-25-0005) seeks to reduce the rear-yard setback in Agricultural Forestry (A-F) zoning from 50 feet to 34 feet on the property at 1107 Colerain Rd., Kingsland (Tax Map 069 013B). The applicant and owner is Samuel Straub, who proposes to install a pole barn on an existing slab. Planning staff recommends approval of the variance.

• Special exception variance VAR-25-0005 – reduce rear yard setback from 50’ to 34’ at 1107 Colerain Rd., Kingsland (Agricultural Forestry zoning)

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the October 29, 2025 meeting minutes, each by unanimous vote. It also approved a zoning variance to reduce rear‑yard setbacks in Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) zoning for the parcel at 1107 Colerain Rd. All motions carried unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rear‑yard setback variance for 1107 Colerain Rd. (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss Fiscal Year 2025 budget amendments and the purchase of emergency medical equipment. The meeting includes presentations on a Community Wildfire Protection Plan and a quarterly financial report.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendments
• Purchase of two Lucas Devices Chest Compression Devices and eight AEDs for Fire Rescue
• Purchase of two Auto Pulse NXT Resuscitation Systems for the Sheriff’s Office
• Employer Acceptance Agreement with Coastal Pines Technical College for Paramedicine Apprenticeship
• Rescheduling of the work session regarding 5-Stand at Two Rivers Gun Range

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss funding regarding the Joint Development Authority.

• Discussion regarding Joint Development Authority funding

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will adopt its agenda and approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive the September 2025 financial report and discuss an update to the BoER bylaws, which was postponed for further review. The board will vote on pre‑certifying provisional ballots and on certifying the November 4, 2025 special election.

• Adopt agenda for the special‑called meeting
• Approve minutes from the September 18, 2025 regular board meeting
• Postpone adoption of updated BoER bylaws pending review
• Pre‑certify provisional ballots for the November 4, 2025 special election
• Certify the November 4, 2025 special election results

The Board of Elections & Registration approved several items, all by unanimous vote. They adopted the agenda, approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes, and adopted updated bylaws. The Board also approved both the pre‑certification and the final certification of the November 4, 2025 Special Election.

• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved updated Board of Elections and Registration Bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved pre‑certification of the November 4, 2025 Special Election (unanimous)
• Approved certification of the November 4, 2025 Special Election (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a work session to discuss the proposed 5‑Stand at the Two Rivers Gun Range. No other items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of 5‑Stand at Two Rivers Gun Range

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve valuation standards for 2026 and review homestead applications. The body will also discuss CUVA and review a vehicle appeal.

• Approval of 2026 NADA Values
• Approval of 2026 ABOS Values
• 2025 New Homestead Applications
• Disabled Veteran Homestead- Retro
• Vehicle Appeal

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a request to rezone approximately five acres from Agricultural Forestry to Agricultural Residential zoning at 380 Marr Rd. The meeting will also include the approval of 2026 Alcohol License Renewals and the reappointment of members to the Board of Health and Department of Family and Children Services Board.

• Public hearing for rezoning 5 acres at 380 Marr Rd. (Folkston)
• Approval of 2026 Alcohol License Renewals
• Reappointment of John Haigler to Board of Health
• Reappointment of Heather Crew and Leroy Felder to DFCS Board
• Approval of May 14, 2024 Special Called Meeting Minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss a Multi-Use Complex. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion regarding Multi-Use Complex

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will consider a zoning map amendment (RZN-25-0013) to rezone about 5 acres at 380 Marr Rd in Folkston from Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) to Agricultural Residential (A‑R). The applicant, Allen Green, seeks the change to enable a subdivision of the parcel. County planning staff have recommended approval of the request. The commission will also adopt the agenda, approve prior minutes, and address other routine business.

• Zoning Map Amendment RZN-25-0013 – rezone ~5 acres at 380 Marr Rd, Folkston from A‑F to A‑R (applicant: Allen Green)

The Planning Commission unanimously approved three items. It rezoned about 5 acres at 380 Marr Rd. in Folkston from Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) to Agricultural Residential (A‑R). It granted a variance allowing a subdivision without paved road access on Old Jefferson Hwy in Woodbine. It also approved a setback reduction variance for a property on 3446 Colerain Rd. in Kingsland.

• Approved rezoning of ~5 acres at 380 Marr Rd., Folkston from A‑F to A‑R (unanimous)
• Approved variance for subdivision without paved road access on Old Jefferson Hwy, Woodbine (unanimous)
• Approved setback reduction variance in Industrial General zoning at 3446 Colerain Rd., Kingsland (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2026 Budget Review. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• FY 2026 Budget Review

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the maintenance of parks owned by the county.

• Discussion regarding County owned parks and maintenance

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a rezoning request for property in Kingsland and a proposed project for Sheffield Island. The meeting also includes budget amendments and the approval of emergency equipment and agreements for fire rescue.

• Request to rezone 6.51 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Industrial General on Laurel Island Pkwy.
• Budget Amendments for the Fiscal Year 2025 budget
• Purchase of one Stryker Power Load and Power Pro Stretcher for Ambulance
• Acceptance of Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant for eight AEDs
• Discussion regarding proposed Sheffield Island project

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will meet to consider several agenda items. They will discuss homestead matters, including disabled veteran retroactive homestead and the 2025 new homestead applications. A vehicle appeal will be reviewed. An ACO report will be presented.

• Review of Disabled Veteran Homestead retroactive claims
• Consideration of 2025 new homestead applications
• Discussion of vehicle appeal
• Presentation of ACO report

Board of County Commissioners

The commission will adopt the annual 2025 countywide millage rate and certify all 2025 millage rates, including the Board of Education rate. A public hearing will receive comments on the proposed millage rates alongside several rezoning and special‑use requests for parcels in District 1 and District 2. Additional actions include a bid award for a Sheriff’s Office K‑9 building, a loan modification with the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority, and an easement to the City of St. Marys for sidewalk improvements.

• Adoption of the Annual 2025 Countywide Millage Rate (General Fund/Countywide & Tax Service District)
• Adoption of the Annual 2025 Millage Rate for the Camden County Board of Education
• Rezoning 6.51 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) to Industrial General (I‑G) on Laurel Island Pkwy., Kingsland (Tax Map 094 020E)
• Bid award for Camden County Sheriff’s Office K‑9 building
• Loan modification to Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) loan #GF2023010

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is convening a public hearing to receive comments from the public. The sole focus of the hearing is the proposed millage rate.

• Public hearing regarding the proposed Millage Rate

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to receive public comments regarding the proposed millage rate. No other decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing regarding the proposed Millage Rate

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will review multiple land‑use requests, including a rezoning of about 6.51 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Industrial General on Laurel Island Pkwy. Additional items include a side‑yard setback variance for the same parcel, a rezoning of 1.9 acres to Single‑Family Residential on Haynor Rd., a map amendment changing Commercial Neighborhood to Industrial Restricted on Hwy 17, and a special‑use request for motor‑vehicle towing services on the Hwy 17 parcel. The commission will vote on each request after staff recommendations.

• Rezoning RZN-25-0004: 6.51 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) to Industrial General (I‑G) on Laurel Island Pkwy., Kingsland (Tax Map 094 020E).
• Zoning Variance VAR-25-0003: Reduce side‑yard setbacks from 40’ to 30’ for the same Laurel Island Pkwy. parcel.
• Rezoning RZN-25-0006: 1.9 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) to Single‑Family Residential (R‑1) on Haynor Rd., Waverly (Tax Map 061 030).
• Zoning Map Amendment RZN-25-0007: 1.8 acres from Commercial Neighborhood (C‑N) to Industrial Restricted (I‑R) on Hwy 17, Woodbine (Tax Map 080 021).
• Special Use SPU-25-0002: Approval for Motor Vehicle Towing and Wrecker Services on the Hwy 17, Woodbine parcel (Tax Map 080 021).

The Camden County Planning Commission approved eight land‑use actions, including rezoning parcels to industrial, residential and commercial categories, granting two side‑yard setback variances, and authorizing a special‑use for motor‑vehicle towing. All motions passed unanimously. No other business was taken.

• Approved rezoning of ~6.51 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Industrial General (storage units only) (unanimous)
• Approved variance to reduce side‑yard setbacks in Industrial General zoning (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of ~1.9 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Single‑Family Residential with FLU change to Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of ~1.8 acres from Commercial Neighborhood to Industrial Restricted (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for motor‑vehicle towing and wrecker services (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of ~2.1 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Agricultural Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of ~3.62 acres from Single‑Family Residential to Commercial General with FLU change to Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved variance to reduce side‑yard setback in Single‑Family Residential zoning (unanimous)

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will discuss and possibly adopt proposed bylaw changes. It will also consider a proposed advance in‑person voting schedule for the statewide special election. The board will certify the July 15, 2025 Special Democratic Primary Runoff election results. Additional items include a financial report for July/August and a public comments period limited to agenda items.

• Discussion and/or adoption of proposed bylaw changes
• Proposed advance in‑person voting schedule for the statewide special election
• Certification of the July 15, 2025 Special Democratic Primary Runoff (approved)
• Financial report: July/August month‑end report (no financial report noted)
• Public comments limited to agenda items only

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners canceled its regular meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025 because no agenda items were submitted. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is set for October 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss 2025 homestead applications, including disabled veteran retroactives and denials. The body will also review conservation applications, vehicle appeals, and appeal certifications.

• 2025 New Homestead Applications
• Disabled Veteran Homestead- Retro
• Conservation Applications and Breach Penalty
• Vehicle Appeal
• Appeal Certifications

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a telecommunications tower request and discuss several contracts and budget amendments. Key items include a proposed $4 million financing agreement for a multi-use complex and a settlement for national opioid funds.

• Public hearing for a telecommunications tower on Harriett’s Bluff Road
• Proposed $4,000,000 installment sale agreement for a Multi-Use Complex renovation
• Settlement agreement for national opioid funds from multiple companies including Alvogen and Indivior
• Purchase of a PB Loader AC-4TM Asphalt Patching Trailer Package
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Parks and Recreation with Kingsland, St. Marys, Woodbine, and the PSA

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several rezoning and variance requests. Key items include a proposal to allow a climatized storage facility in Kingsland and a request for a telecommunications tower on Harriett’s Bluff Road.

• RZN-25-0004: Rezoning 6.51 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Industrial General on Laurel Island Pkwy., Kingsland
• VAR-25-0003: Request to reduce side yard setbacks from 40' to 30' on Laurel Island Pkwy., Kingsland
• RZN-25-0005: Rezoning 10.6 acres from Agricultural Residential to Agricultural Forestry at 27371 US HWY 17, Waverly
• SPU-25-0001: Special Use request for a Telecommunications Tower on Harriett’s Bluff Road

The commission deleted agenda items #1‑3 and unanimously adopted the revised agenda. It also unanimously approved the July 30, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission then unanimously approved a special‑use request to install a telecommunications tower on Harriett’s Bluff Road.

• Deleted agenda items #1, #2 and #3 (unanimous)
• Adopted revised agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use SPU-25-0001 for telecommunications tower (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests in Woodbine and White Oak. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases for public works and the Sheriff's Office, as well as ambulance fee adjustments.

• Rezoning 11.35 acres on Sheffield Island Rd. from Agricultural Forestry to Single-Family Residential
• Rezoning 2.11 acres on Burnt Fort Rd. from Agricultural Forestry to Agricultural Residential
• Purchase of seven vehicles and body cameras for the Camden County Sheriff’s Office
• Proposed increase in ambulance transport fees to match Medicare rates
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Phase I infrastructure of the Georgia Florida Sports Park

Board of County Commissioners

The regular meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider requests to rezone land for residential use and two zoning variances. The body will also review the minutes from the June 25, 2025, meeting.

• Rezoning of 11.35 acres on Sheffield Island Rd. from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Single-Family Residential (R-1) for a seven-parcel subdivision
• Rezoning of 2.11 acres on Burnt Fort Rd. from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Agricultural Residential (A-R)
• Request to assign Single-Family Residential (R-1) zoning and 'Residential' Future Land Use at 1808 Marsh Harbour PKWY
• Variance request for Horseshoe Cove Rd. to allow a 40'X60' accessory structure before a primary structure
• Variance request for Burnt Fort Rd. to reduce side yard setbacks from 40' to 10'

The Planning Commission adopted the agenda and approved the July 30, 2025 minutes unanimously. It approved a special use request to install a telecommunications tower on a parcel in District 2 on Harriett’s Bluff Road (Tax Map 118 036). Agenda items #1, #2, and #3 were deleted, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous)
• Approve July 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Delete agenda items #1, #2, #3 (unanimous)
• Approve special use for telecommunications tower on Harriett’s Bluff Road (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Board of Elections & Registration

The Board of Elections & Registration will meet to certify the results of the July 15, 2025 PSC Special Democratic Primary Runoff. The board will also review the June month-end financial report and receive an update from the Elections Supervisor.

• Certification of the July 15, 2025 PSC Special Democratic Primary Runoff
• June Month End financial report
• PSC Runoff Risk Limiting Audit scheduled for July 24, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning request for a parcel on Horse Stamp Church Rd. The meeting also includes decisions on opioid settlement funds, medical care for detainees, and a bid for the Senior Center food vendor.

• Rezoning of 5.7 acres at 2128 Horse Stamp Church Rd., Waverly from Agricultural Forestry to Agricultural Residential/Single-Family Residential
• Settlement agreements for national opioid funds with Sandoz and Purdue/Sackler
• Health Services Agreement with Southern Health Partners, Inc. for medical care for detainees
• Contracted Services Agreement with Camden County Schools for five School Resource Deputies
• Purchase of 18 sets of Safety (Bunker) gear from Municipal Emergency Services (MES)

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will meet to discuss tax-related applications and appeals. The body is scheduled to review new 2025 homesteads and disabled veteran retro-homesteads.

• New 2025 Homesteads
• Disabled Veteran Homestead- Retro
• Vehicle Appeals
• Appeal Waiver and Release
• Freeport Application

Board of County Commissioners

This notice indicates a potential quorum of the Board of Commissioners will be present for the Camden County Citizen’s Academy Graduation. No legislative actions or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Camden County Citizen’s Academy Graduation

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners are holding an open house. This is a notice of quorum for the event held at 135 Gross Road.

• Planning and Development Open House from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request to rezone property at 2128 Horse Stamp Church Rd. The applicant seeks to subdivide the land into three parcels for family use.

• Rezoning RZ2025-05: Request to change 5.7 acres at 2128 Horse Stamp Church Rd. from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Agricultural Residential (A-R) and Single-Family Residential (R-1)

The commission adopted the meeting agenda and approved the May 28, 2025 minutes, each by unanimous vote. It then approved a rezoning request to change approximately 5.7 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Agricultural Residential (A-R) and Single‑Family Residential (R-1) in District 1. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5.7 acres at 2128 Horse Stamp Church Rd. from A-F to A-R/R-1 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:05 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners and the Solid Waste Authority are meeting to consider the adoption of annual budgets for the 2026 fiscal year. The proposed county budget covers 18 funds, while the Solid Waste Authority budget specifically addresses waste and curbside collection.

• Adoption of the FY2026 annual budget for 18 funds totaling $85,980,407
• Adoption of the FY2026 Solid Waste Authority budget for the Solid Waste and Curbside Collection funds totaling $6,716,385
• Use of $1,485,532 in insurance premium tax to reduce fire services costs for unincorporated residents

Board of Elections & Registration

The Board of Elections & Registration will meet to pre-certify and certify the results of the June 17, 2025 Special Primary. The board will also review the May month-end financial report and adjudicate provisional ballots if applicable.

• Pre-Certification of the June 17, 2025 Special Primary
• Adjudication of Provisional Ballots
• Certification of the June 17, 2025 Special Primary
• Review of May Month End financial report

The Board of Elections & Registration approved that the July 15, 2025 Democratic Public Service Commission Special Primary Runoff will be held at Woodbine First Baptist Church, the sole polling place. It also approved early voting to be conducted July 7‑11, 2025, from 9 AM to 6 PM each day at the County Annex in Kingsland. Both motions passed unanimously. The Board also certified the June 17, 2025 Special Primary and adopted an agenda amendment.

• Adopted agenda amendment to add discussion on polling location (unanimous)
• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Certified June 17, 2025 Special Primary (unanimous)
• Approved holding July 15, 2025 runoff at Woodbine First Baptist Church, 300 West 8th St, Woodbine (unanimous)
• Approved early voting July 7‑11, 2025, 9 AM‑6 PM at County Annex, Kingsland (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:49 PM (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding flood hazard reduction for manufactured homes and RVs. The board is also reviewing several equipment purchases for Fire Rescue and landfill expansion projects.

• Proposed amendment to Unified Development Code Section 1130(b)(3)(b)(2) regarding flood hazard reduction for manufactured homes and RVs
• Proposed credit card processing fees for Two Rivers Gun Range, Solid Waste Department, and Curbside Collections
• Purchase of three Braun Chief XL F550 4x4 gas chassis, one E-ONE 1500gpm Rescue Pumper, and one 3000-gallon tanker
• Task Order for design and permitting of the MSW Landfill Vertical Expansion Project
• Environmental monitoring contract for SR 110 C/D/I, SR 110 MSW, and Vacuna Road landfills

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to receive public comments regarding the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget.

• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss tax-related appeals and policy approvals. The agenda includes reviews of vehicle appeals and disabled veteran homestead exemptions.

• Disabled Veteran Homestead- Retro
• Vehicle Appeals
• Appeal Waiver and Releases
• Approval of Policies
• ACO Report

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The meeting includes public hearings and decisions on four rezoning and special use requests in Kingsland and surrounding areas.

• Proposed FY 2026 Budget presentation by CFO Nancy Gonzalez
• Rezoning of 1.01 acres at 13500 GA Hwy 40 from Agricultural Forestry to Single-Family Residential
• Rezoning of 3.47 acres at 13500 GA Hwy 40 from Agricultural Forestry to Industrial Restricted
• Rezoning of approximately 1,500 acres at 5865 Clarks Bluff Rd. from Single-Family Residential to Agricultural Forestry
• Special Use approval for a manufactured home at 424 Crooked River Dr.

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will review five zoning map amendments and two special exception variances at its May 28 meeting. Items include rezonings for residential and industrial uses along GA Hwy 40 in Kingsland, a large-acreage rezoning to agricultural forestry, and two property-specific variance requests for setback relief and accessory structures.

• Zoning Variance ZV2025-06: Right side yard setback variance for 357 Jimmy Ln in Agricultural Forestry (A-F) zoning
• Zoning Variance ZV2025-01: Accessory structure prior to primary structure at 118 Pelican Cir in Medium-Density Residential (R-2) zoning
• Rezoning RZ2025-02: 1.01 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Single-Family Residential (R-1) at 13500 GA Hwy 40, Kingsland
• Rezoning RZ2025-04: 3.47 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Industrial Restricted at W GA Hwy 40, Kingsland
• Rezoning RZ2025-03: 1,500+ acres from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to Agricultural Forestry (A-F) at 5865 Clarks Bluff Rd, Kingsland

The Planning Commission denied one zoning variance request and approved six land‑use actions. Approvals included an accessory‑structure variance, three rezoning projects (including a 150+‑acre conversion from single‑family to agricultural forestry), a special‑use permit for a manufactured home, and an amendment to the Unified Development Code for flood‑hazard reduction. All votes were unanimous except the special‑use approval, which passed 4‑1.

• Denied ZV2025-06 right‑side‑yard setback variance (unanimous)
• Approved ZV2025-01 accessory‑structure variance (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning RZ2025-02 1.01 acre A‑F to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning RZ2025-04 3.47 acre A‑F to Industrial Restricted (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning RZ2025-03 150+ acre R‑1 to A‑F (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use SU2025-02 manufactured home in R‑2 (4‑1)
• Approved Unified Development Code amendment Section 1130(b)(3)(b)(2) (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners and the Solid Waste Authority will discuss updating tipping fees for municipal and construction landfills. The board will also consider a Consumer Price Index rate increase for Meridian Services curbside collection.

• Mutual Aid Agreement for Fire & Emergency Medical Services with Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
• CPI rate increase for Meridian Services curbside collection effective July 1, 2025
• New published gate rates and tipping fees for Municipal Solid Waste and Construction & Debris landfills
• Appointment to the Woodbine Library Board of Trustees

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will hear a presentation on 2025 property values and consider approving appraisal schedules and the mailing of assessment notices. Other business includes homestead applications, vehicle appeals, and conservation applications. This meeting sets the stage for the annual property tax assessment cycle.

• Presentation of 2025 Values
• Disabled Veteran Homestead Retroactive and New 2025 Homesteads
• Freeport Exemption Applications
• Conservation Applications (Denial and Renewal)
• Approval to Mail Notice of Assessments

Board of Elections & Registration

The Board of Elections & Registration will review a financial report and an update from the Elections Supervisor. The board will discuss a voter challenge by Kyle Rapp and consider scheduling a future work session.

• Update on Kyle Rapp's challenge of Alex & Shelby Law, Elwin & Carol Collins, and Zoltan Mester
• April Month End financial report
• Voter registration deadline for June 17 Special Primary: May 19, 2025
• Advance in person voting for Public Service Commissioner: May 27 – June 13, 2025
• Special Primary Election for Public Service Commissioner, Districts 2 & 3: June 17, 2025

The Board unanimously adopted the agenda and approved the March 21 and April 17 meeting minutes. It also unanimously accepted the withdrawal of voter challenges for Alex and Shelby Law, Elwin and Carol Collins, and Zoltan Mester. The Board set a work session for June 26, 2025 to discuss bylaws and the strategic plan. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approve March 21, 2025 special minutes (unanimous)
• Approve April 17, 2025 regular minutes (unanimous)
• Accept withdrawal of five voter challenges (unanimous)
• Schedule work session for June 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 4:37 PM (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 2 acres from Agricultural-Forestry (A-F) to Agricultural-Residential (A-R) at 4613 Harrietts Bluff Road, Woodbine. The regular agenda includes a mutual aid agreement with Glynn County for fire/EMS services, purchase of one vehicle for the Sheriff's Warrants Division, approval to submit the Local Road Assistance (LRA) Administration Fund to GDOT, a purchase order for clean fill dirt for the new Public Works Facility, and an appointment to the St. Marys River Management Committee. The meeting also includes proclamations and recognition of employees and agencies.

• Rezone 2 acres at 4613 Harrietts Bluff Rd from A-F to A-R (Tax Map 118 019A; applicant Carla E. Quillen)
• Mutual Aid Agreement for Fire & Emergency Medical Services with Glynn County
• Purchase of one vehicle for Camden County Sheriff's Office Warrants Division
• Purchase Order with KOW Farm Pond, Inc. for clean fill dirt for new Public Works Facility
• Appointment to the St. Marys River Management Committee

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session on May 6, 2025, to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. This is the only item on the agenda for this work session.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will vote on three items: a rezoning of 2 acres from Agricultural-Forestry to Agricultural-Residential to reduce setback requirements for a manufactured home, and two variance requests. The variances involve an accessory building in a front yard and a side yard setback reduction.

• Rezoning RZ2025-01: 2 acres at 4613 Harrietts Bluff Rd, Woodbine from A-F to A-R for manufactured home placement
• Variance ZV2025-05: accessory building in front yard at 28 Deer Ln, White Oak (R-1 zoning)
• Variance ZV2025-06: right side yard setback reduction to 10 ft at 357 Jimmy Ln, Kingsland (A-F zoning)

The commission unanimously approved an accessory‑building variance for 28 Deer Ln in the R‑1 zone. It deferred a side‑yard setback variance for 357 Jimmy Ln in the A‑F zone. It also unanimously approved rezoning of 2 acres at 4613 Harrietts Bluff Rd from Agricultural‑Forestry to Agricultural‑Residential. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved accessory building variance (ZV2025-05) at 28 Deer Ln, White Oak (unanimous)
• Tabled side‑yard setback variance (ZV2025-06) at 357 Jimmy Ln, Kingsland (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning (RZ2025-01) of 2 acres at 4613 Harrietts Bluff Rd, Woodbine to Agricultural Residential (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting to discuss the Office of the District Attorney's fiscal year 2026 budget request. Public comments will be taken at the start and end of the meeting. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and adjournment.

• Discussion with Office of the District Attorney regarding Fiscal Year 2026 Budget request

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will meet to review and act on various property tax exemption applications, including new and renewed homestead exemptions, conservation use applications, FLPA (Forest Land Protection Act) applications, and Freeport exemption applications. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss an ACO (Appraisal Consulting Office) report. Public comments will be heard.

• New 2025 Homestead Applications
• Disabled Veteran Retro-Active Homestead Applications
• Conservation Applications (new, renewals, continuations, denials)
• FLPA (Forest Land Protection Act) Applications
• Freeport Exemption Applications

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections and Registration will hold a public hearing on an elector challenge filed by Kyle Rapp against 25 individuals, questioning their eligibility due to homestead exemption in another jurisdiction, non-residential addresses, or registration at vacant lots. The board will discuss the challenge and vote on whether to remove them from the electors list. They will also consider the Georgia Public Service Commission Primary Election and review the February/March financial report.

• Public hearing and vote on elector challenge of 25 individuals (Steven De La Rosa, Alexander Law, Shelby Law, et al.) for residency issues
• Discussion of Georgia Public Service Commission Special Primary Election (June 17, 2025)
• Review of February/March month-end financial report showing 57.1% of annual budget used
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2025 Special Called Board Meeting
• Elections Supervisor update and upcoming dates including voter registration deadline and advance voting

The Board adopted the amended agenda and tabled the March 21 minutes. It approved several voter‑challenge actions, removing a group of voters from the roll and tabling others pending further verification. Motions to postpone or act on specific challenges were either tabled or failed. The meeting was adjourned at 5:34 PM.

• Adopted agenda as amended – motion carried unanimously
• Tabled approval of March 21, 2025 minutes – motion carried unanimously
• Approved removal of nine voters (Melissa Washington through Lila Bradley) from the voter roll, excluding Zoltan Mester – motion carried unanimously
• Approved voter challenges removing Durward Parks, Jerry Lopez, Milan Knopp, Jessy Elliott, Lila Bradley – motion carried unanimously
• Tabled action on Zoltan Mester voter challenge pending citizenship verification – motion carried unanimously
• Tabled action on Shelby Law and Alexander Law voter challenge until next meeting – motion carried 3-0, 1 abstention
• Motion to postpone action on Shelby Law and Alexander Law failed (no second)
• Adjourned regular board meeting at 5:34 PM – motion carried unanimously

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will take action on awarding a contract for French drain installation at Mary B. Smart, Browntown Wilderness, and Howard Peeples parks. They will also accept an Emergency Management Performance grant from GEMA, appoint a member to the Board of Assessors for District 5, and consider intergovernmental agreements with the Camden County Public Service Authority for service extension and SPLOST VIII park improvements.

• Award contract to Adela Irrigation and Drainage for French drains at Mary B. Smart Park, Browntown Wilderness Park, and Howard Peeples Park
• Acceptance of Emergency Management Performance grant from Georgia Emergency Management Agency
• Appointment to Camden County Board of Assessors for District 5
• Extension of Intergovernmental Agreement with Camden County Public Service Authority
• Intergovernmental Agreement for reimbursement of SPLOST VIII park improvements using unspent proceeds

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to conduct a joint discussion. The meeting focuses on the funding of the Camden County Joint Development Authority.

• Funding discussion for the Camden County Joint Development Authority

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a regular meeting on April 3, 2025, with both old and new business. Old business includes a vehicle appeal for a disabled veteran. New business covers homestead applications, vehicle appeals, appeal waivers, conservation applications, FLPA applications, and an ACO report. The meeting also includes public comments and general discussion.

• Vehicle Appeal: Disabled Veteran
• New 2025 Homestead Applications
• Appeal Waiver and Releases
• Conservation Applications (new, renewals, continuations)
• FLPA Applications (new, renewals)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss equipment purchases for fire rescue and the sheriff's office, as well as the 2025 Strategic Plan Action Agenda. The meeting includes a separate session for the Solid Waste Authority to elect leadership and approve a management plan consistency letter.

• Purchase of fireguard tanks for Fire Rescue Headquarters totaling $61,598.69
• Award for Browntown Wilderness Park Recreational Enhancement - St. Marys River Overlook Trail
• Purchase of one vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Division - Cumberland Island
• Adoption of the 2025 Action Agenda for the Strategic Plan
• Funding split for a Forensic Audit for the District Attorney’s Office

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider three requests for zoning variances regarding property setbacks and accessory structures. These decisions determine if specific properties can deviate from standard county zoning codes.

• ZV2025-01: Request for accessory structure before primary structure at 118 Pelican Cir, Woodbine
• ZV2025-02: Request for rear yard setback variance at 90 Cove Way W, Waverly
• ZV2025-04: Request for front yard setback reduction to 12 feet for a 35 X 50 garage at 142 Dowling Path, Kingsland

The Camden County Planning Commission met on March 26, 2025, and approved a front yard setback variance for a property at 142 Dowling Path, Kingsland, in an Agriculture Forestry (A-F) zoning district. Two other variance requests were deleted from the agenda before the meeting. The minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting were also approved.

• Approved front yard setback variance ZV2025-04 at 142 Dowling Path, Kingsland (unanimous)
• Deleted agenda items #1 and #2 (zoning variances ZV2025-01 and ZV2025-02)
• Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted the agenda as amended (unanimous)

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will hold a special called meeting to certify the March 18, 2025 Special Election results. The board will also consider pre-certification and adjudication of any provisional ballots. The February 2025 month-end financial report and an elections supervisor update are on the agenda.

• Pre-certification and adjudication of provisional ballots for March 18 special election
• Certification of March 18 special election results
• February 2025 month-end financial report
• Upcoming dates: April 17 board meeting, May 15 board meeting, Special Primary for Public Service Commissioner starting May 27

The Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the February 20, 2025 minutes, both by unanimous vote. It then certified the March 18, 2025 Special Election. The meeting was adjourned at 3:25 PM with a unanimous motion.

• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved February 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Certified March 18, 2025 Special Election (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:25 PM (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will meet to discuss board policy and process various tax-related applications. The body will review requests for homestead, conservation, and FLPA exemptions, as well as vehicle appeals.

• New and retroactive 2025 Homestead applications
• Vehicle appeals
• Tax Exempt applications
• New, renewal, and continuation Conservation applications
• FLPA application continuations

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the adoption of the FY2025 Capital Improvement Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The body is also considering the establishment of a Code Enforcement Board and various service agreements.

• Adoption of the FY2025 Capital Improvement Element (CIE) of the Comprehensive Plan
• Purchase and installation of Pour in Place material for Cornelia Jackson Memorial Park from Pro Playgrounds
• Financial Advisory Services Agreement and Addendum with Davenport & Company for Bond Preparation
• Annual Financial Agreement with University of Georgia for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
• Establishment of a Code Enforcement Board

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider contract awards for pavement preservation and resurfacing under LMIG and at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, reject one bid, and approve athletic field lighting repairs. Also on the agenda: purchase of four patrol vehicles, appointment to the Board of Elections, and a resolution supporting state HB 656 to allow impact fees for water/sewer infrastructure.

• Approval of LMIG pavement preservation and resurfacing contracts
• Pavement resurfacing of USS Benjamin Franklin at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
• Rejection of bid for pavement preservation services at Kings Bay
• Athletic field lighting replacement and repair at Kings Bay
• Resolution supporting HB 656 to allow impact fees for public-private water/sewer projects

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will hear two zoning variance requests at its Feb. 26, 2025 meeting. One request (ZV2025-01) seeks to allow an accessory structure before the primary structure on a Medium-Density Residential (R-2) lot at 118 Pelican Cir, Woodbine. The other (ZV2025-02) requests a side yard setback reduction in Agricultural Forestry (A-F) zoning at 953 Mizell Dr, Woodbine.

• Zoning Variance ZV2025-01 – accessory structure before primary structure at 118 Pelican Cir, Woodbine (Tax Map 131A 034)
• Zoning Variance ZV2025-02 – side yard setback reduction to 11 feet (required 40 feet) at 953 Mizell Dr, Woodbine (Tax Map 077 001A)

The Camden County Planning Commission met on February 26, 2025, and approved a side yard setback variance for a property at 953 Mizell Dr, Woodbine. The agenda was adopted after deleting item #1, and the January 29, 2025 minutes were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved side yard setback variance for 953 Mizell Dr, Woodbine (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda with item #1 deleted (unanimous)
• Approved January 29, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0, Manning no vote)

Board of Elections & Registration

The Board will elect a chair and vice chair for the 2025/2026 term (postponed from January), receive an elections supervisor update on the March 18 special election, review the January 2025 financial report, and conduct training on early processing of absentee ballots. Advance voting and absentee ballot issuance begin February 24.

• Election of chair and vice chair for 2025/2026 board term (vote required)
• Student Teen Election Participant (STEP) update by Board Member Dr. Julia McCollough
• Training on early processing of absentee ballots, facilitated by Chair Kyle Rapp
• Financial report: January 2025 month-end report
• Important dates: advance voting starts Feb 24, election day March 18

The Board of Elections & Registration held a special meeting and elected Robin Mainor-Knight as Chair and Julia McCollough as Vice-Chair for 2025/2026, both by unanimous votes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on finances, election preparations, and training.

• Elected Robin Mainor-Knight as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Julia McCollough as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented
• Approved minutes of January 16, 2025 regular meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption. They will also conduct a public hearing on an alcohol license for Waverly Mini Mart, consider appointments to boards, adopt legislative priorities, and award a contract for EOC/E911 design and engineering services.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution to Opt Out of Homestead Exemption (O.C.G.A. § 48-5-44.2)
• Public hearing and alcohol license request for Kautik K. Patel, Tripura LLC, DBA Waverly Mini Mart at 24295 US HWY 17, Waverly
• Adoption of 2025 Legislative Priorities
• Appointment to Camden County Planning Commission for District 3
• Contract award for EOC/E911 Design and Engineering Services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments regarding the intent to opt out of the Homestead Exemption pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 48-5-44.2.

• Public hearing on opting out of Homestead Exemption (O.C.G.A. § 48-5-44.2)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the intent to opt out of the homestead exemption under state law. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Public hearing on opting out of the Homestead Exemption (O.C.G.A. § 48-5-44.2)

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 9th, hear public comments, and address new business items including a disabled veteran homestead exemption retroactive application, appeal waiver and releases, a vehicle appeal, an ACO report, and conservation application renewals and continuations.

• Discussion of Disabled Veteran Homestead Retro
• Review of Appeal Waiver and Releases
• Vehicle Appeal item
• ACO Report presentation
• Conservation Applications for renewals and continuation

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors is holding a work session to discuss Board policies. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is a discussion only. The agenda is purely procedural.

• Discussion of Board of Assessor Policies

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings and vote on a rezoning request for three acres on Wilson Street in Waverly from Agricultural Forestry to Single-Family Residential, and on adoption of the 2025 Capital Improvement Element. Other actions include accepting grant awards, appointing members to several boards, and establishing a Code Enforcement Board. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the Capital Improvement Element and the rezoning.

• Rezone 3 acres on Wilson St, Waverly (Tax Map 073 022R) from A-F to R-1; public hearing
• Adopt 2025 Capital Improvement Element (CIE) of the Comprehensive Plan by resolution
• Accept ACCG 2025 Georgia County Internship Program Grant Award
• Accept Tire Derived Products Grant from Georgia DNR-EPD
• Establish a Code Enforcement Board as authorized by state law

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss House Bill 581, a state legislative matter. No votes or actions are scheduled; the session is limited to this discussion item.

• Discussion regarding House Bill 581

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request (RZ2024-16) to change 3 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Single-Family Residential (R-1) on Wilson St in Waverly. The meeting also includes election of a chairman and vice chairman, approval of previous minutes, and other routine procedural items. The single substantive action is the rezoning decision.

• Rezoning RZ2024-16: 3 acres from A-F to R-1 on Wilson St, Waverly (Tax Map 073 022R); applicant Cumberland Land Surveyors for owners George & Marcella Cupo.
• Planning staff recommends approval of the rezoning.
• Election of chairman and vice chairman for the Planning Commission.
• Approval of December 18, 2024 meeting minutes.

The Camden County Planning Commission unanimously approved a request to rezone 3 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Single-Family Residential (R-1) for a parcel on Wilson St, Waverly (Tax Map 073 022R), owned by George & Marcella Cupo. The commission also elected Alan Rainer as Chairman and Lee DePew as Vice-Chairman, and approved the December 18, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved rezoning RZ2024-16: 3 acres from A-F to R-1 on Wilson St, Waverly (unanimous)
• Elected Alan Rainer as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Lee DePew as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved December 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of County Commissioners has cancelled its January 21, 2025 work session, regular meeting, and public hearing because of potential inclement weather. All agenda items will be moved to the next regular meeting on February 4, 2025. This notice is purely procedural and contains no substantive business.

• Meeting cancelled due to inclement weather
• Agenda items deferred to February 4, 2025 regular meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting strategic planning sessions on January 15 and 16, 2025. These sessions are held at the Camden County Resiliency Operations Center.

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections and Registration will elect a new chair and vice-chair for the 2025/2026 term, receive an update on advance voting for the March 18 special election, and review financial reports for November and December 2024. The board will also approve minutes from previous special called meetings and introduce a new member.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2025/2026
• Advance voting dates, times, and locations for March 18 Special Election
• Approval of minutes from November 8 and December 6, 2024 Special Called Meetings
• Financial reports for November and December 2024
• Introduction of new board member Robin Mainor-Knight

The Camden County Board of Elections and Registration held a special called meeting with no substantive decisions. The board unanimously postponed the reorganization and election of chair and vice-chair until a District 3 member is appointed. All other items were informational, including updates on the March 18, 2025 special election, financial reports, and poll officer training.

• Postponed 2025/2026 Board reorganization and chair/vice-chair election until District 3 member appointed (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (no objections)
• Approved minutes of November 8 and December 6, 2024 special called meetings (no objections)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold two-day strategic planning sessions at the Camden County Resiliency Operations Center. The notice states a quorum will be present but lists no specific agenda items, votes, or decisions. This is a procedural planning session only.

• Strategic planning sessions held January 15–16, 2025 at 135 Gross Road, Kingsland

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will reorganize for 2025 by electing a chair and vice-chair, appointing a secretary, and passing the gavel. They will also consider new business items including a retroactive disabled veteran homestead exemption, appeal waivers, vehicle appeals, and approval of the prebill digest. Old and new policy discussions and 2024 appeals are on the agenda.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair, appointment of Secretary
• Disabled Veteran Homestead – Retro (retroactive exemption)
• Approval of Prebill Digest for property tax bills
• Vehicle Appeals and Appeal Waiver and Release
• General discussion on policies and 2024 appeals

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a resolution for the 2025 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) and a rezoning request for a parcel in White Oak. The meeting also includes reviews of FY 2024 audited financials and several grant awards.

• Request to rezone 1.05 acres at 509 Maryfield Plantation Rd from Agricultural Residential to Agricultural Forestry
• Resolution for the 2025 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST IX)
• Ratification of the Tax Anticipation Note (TAN) for the General Fund
• Approval of grant awards from the ASPCA and Georgia Department of Natural Resources
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Mutual Aid with Naval Base Kings Bay Fire Department

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will seat new commissioners and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also consider re-appointing the County Administrator and County Attorney, as well as appointing an official to the Public Service Authority.

• Oath of office for Commissioners Robbie Cheek, Cody Smith, and Ben L. Casey
• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Re-appointment and contract re-affirmation of the County Administrator
• Re-appointment and contract re-affirmation of the County Attorney
• Appointment to the Camden County Public Service Authority