Kingsland public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider approvals for 2024 alcohol license renewals and a lease agreement for a Teen Club House. The body will also review a budget resolution for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and a service contract for family violence victims.

• Contract with Camden Community Crisis, Inc. for $7,500
• 2024 Alcohol License Renewals
• Lease Agreement with Camden Connection for Teen Club House
• Resolution #2023-08: FY2022-2023 Year End Budget Revisions
• Performance Incentive approval

Planning & Zoning Board

The board will hold public hearings on several annexation and rezoning requests, including a proposed 155-acre mixed-use development and a Dollar General store. The meeting also includes reviews of home occupation permits and a variance request for a property on W. King Ave.

• Annexation and zoning of 155 acres (Parcel 094 025) for apartments and commercial sites
• Rezoning of 4.53 acres on S. Lee St. for a Dollar General store
• Rezoning of 4.36 acres on Marsh Harbour Pkwy. for an 80-unit town home development
• Annexation of 1508 Boone St. (2.93 acres) and 1566 Boone St. (6.47 acres) for restaurant and retail use
• Home occupation permits for B & M Tactical, Covert Butterflies, and Holly's Bundt Cakes

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating the local vendor policy to increase the price-match threshold for local businesses. The body is also reviewing several preliminary plats for residential developments and multiple equipment bids for Public Works.

• Ordinance 2023-10 to increase local vendor price-match opportunity from 5% to 10%
• Side-loader garbage truck from Carolina Environmental Systems, Inc for $381,460
• Brush cutter for Public Works from Reynolds-Warren Equipment Company for $268,020.75
• Preliminary Plat for Crooked River Estates (279 single family lots on 142 acres)
• Alcohol license application for Adens Minit Mart #80 at 495 West King Avenue

Planning & Zoning Board

The Board will consider a request to re-zone 568 acres for a tree farm. Other items include applications for a home occupation permit and preliminary plats for two residential developments.

• Re-zoning of Parcels 094 050 & 094 053 to R-6 for a pine tree farm
• Home Occupation Permit for 'Jackson's Clean' at 232 Austin Ryan Dr.
• Preliminary Plat for Fiddlers Cove Phase 5 consisting of 16 single family lots
• Preliminary Plat for Crooked River Estates consisting of 279 single family lots

Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors

The Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors is holding its annual meeting. The board will approve the agenda and previous minutes, elect the 2024 slate of officers, and receive information on GIRMA coverage, Georgia DCA registration, and the annual audit. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Nomination and election of 2024 slate of officers
• GIRMA Certificate of Coverage & Georgia DCA Authority Registration
• Annual Audit Information

City Council

The City Council will review several bid awards for police equipment and city software. This includes body-worn cameras, fleet cameras, and an interview room recording system.

• Body Worn Camera TAP Bundle from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $389,005.35 over five years
• Police Fleet Cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $309,907.20 over five years
• Interview Room Camera & Recording System from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $33,069.22 over five years
• BambooHR cloud-based HR and time tracking software for $34,857 first year cost
• Garbage truck rental from RDK Assets, Inc. for $8,500 per month for three months

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Authority will meet to approve minutes from August 2023 and review a financial summary report. The board will also address old business regarding the FY 2023/2024 budget.

• Budget FY 2023/2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an alcohol license for Walkabout Camp & RV Park. Members will also consider a rezoning request for a multi-family development and vote on several equipment and service contracts.

• Rezoning of parcel 094 019D 001 to C-2 for a 40-unit apartment development
• Alcohol license application for Walkabout Camp & RV Park at 742 Old Still Road
• Engineering services bid for Camden Woods TAD #2 Traffic Study from Roberts Civil Engineering for $65,261
• Purchase of used pick-up truck from Carmax for $28,998
• Purchase of 2023 Jeep Renegade from Bennett Chevrolet for $26,894

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning application for a 2.26-acre parcel. The applicant seeks to change the zoning from C-4 (Interchange Commercial) to C-2 (General Commercial) to allow for a multi-family development.

• Public hearing for rezoning parcel 094 019D001 to C-2 (General Commercial)
• Proposed 40-unit multi-family development by Yuvrajjit Gil with Gilco Estate, LLC
• Project location: North side of Laurel Island Pkwy. and west side of Brazell Rd.

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of the FY 2023-24 Operating & Capital Budget and a 2023 tax millage rate of 6.100 mills. The meeting includes several zoning requests, including a 76-acre residential/commercial development and an annexation for the KOA RV Park. The council will also review multiple high-value fire department equipment bids.

• Proposed 2023 tax millage rate of 6.100 mills
• Bid for Multi-Purpose Response Vehicle/Commercial Cab Pumper for $924,893
• Bid for Triple Combination Pumper for $559,899
• Bid for Tanker for $347,690
• Annexation and C-4 zoning for 22.19 acres at 2970 Scrubby Bluff Road

GGCID

The GGCID board will meet to establish the 2023 millage rate and elect a new member to replace Randy Cardoza. The meeting also includes an update on community economic development projects.

• Setting of the 2023 Millage Rate
• Election of a new member to replace Randy Cardoza
• Economic development projects update by Darren Harper

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is reviewing updates on strategic planning, business development, and downtown design projects. The board is also seeking to ratify a change to move board meetings to the third Wednesday of the month.

• The Lawn Project update
• Downtown parking, landscaping, and sidewalks
• Catfish Festival and downtown promotions
• Strategic plan and board training updates
• Ratification of moving board meetings to the 3rd Wednesday of the month

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss updates regarding the FY 2023-2024 proposed budget. The body will also consider several zoning requests, including an annexation for an RV resort and a large residential/commercial development.

• Public hearing for FY 2023-2024 Proposed Budget
• Annexation and C-4 zoning request for 22.19 acres at 2970 Scrubby Bluff Road
• Re-zoning of 76 acres on Gross Road for 185 residential lots and 2 commercial tracts
• Bid award for a 4" Double Diaphragm Pump from Holland Pump Company for $19,445
• Home occupation permits for 201 Winding Road and 214 Lonesome Pine Court

The meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. All scheduled items were moved to the September 25, 2023 city council meeting.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will hold public hearings on annexation, re-zoning, and special use permits. The board is also reviewing several home occupation permits and a variance request for a residential barber shop.

• Proposed re-zoning of 76 acres on Gross Rd. for 185 single family lots and 2 commercial tracts
• Annexation and C-4 zoning request for 22.19 acres at 2970 Scrubby Bluff Rd. for KOA RV Park
• Special Use Permit request for a doggie day care and boarding business at 616 N. Lee St.
• Variance request to allow a barber shop as a home occupation at 237 Hide Away Lakes Dr.
• Home occupation permits for mobile detailing, pressure washing, and cargo delivery businesses

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a large-scale re-zoning for 185 residential lots and two commercial tracts. The board also approved an annexation for the KOA RV Park and several home occupation permits.

• Approved re-zoning of 76 acres on Gross Rd. to PD/R-2 and PD/C-2 (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation and C-4 zoning for 22.19 acres at 2970 Scrubby Bluff Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved variance and residential business permit for barber shop at 237 Hide Away Lakes Dr. (5-0 and Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Waxing Moon Detailing at 201 Winding Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Rushing Co., LLC at 214 Lonesome Pine Ct. (Unanimous)
• Withdrew home occupation permit for Ramnlns, LLC at 107 E. Lakemont Dr.
• Approved September 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a budget presentation for FY 2023-24. The body is also considering a bid award for a sidewalk project on Wildcat Drive.

• Bid award for Wildcat Drive Sidewalk Extension to Concrete Profiles, Inc. for $161,832.50
• FY 2023-24 Budget Presentation

The City Council approved a bid for the Wildcat Drive sidewalk extension. Council members also received a presentation on the proposed FY 2023-24 budget, which includes new positions and cost-of-living increases.

• Approved bid for Wildcat Drive Sidewalk Extension to Concrete Profiles, Inc. for $161,832.50 (Unanimous)
• Approved consent docket including last regular meeting minutes, agenda, and accounts payable (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved a $98,237 contract for water plant well rehabilitation and a variance for a mobile home lot. Three home occupation permits were granted, and several city contracts including a refuse truck rental and monument signage were ratified.

• Approved variance for 465 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to allow mobile home (Unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for B Better Bounce House at 115 Bayswood Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for Pop's Food Service Solutions at 218 Creekwood Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for Boozie Barrel, LLC at 890 Greentree Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved $16,748.75 contract with Dalton Signs for five monument signs (Unanimous)
• Approved $98,237 bid from Southern Civil, LLC for Water Plant #2 Well Rehabilitation (Unanimous)
• Approved $25,500 rental agreement with RDK Assets, Inc. for a refuse collection truck (Unanimous)
• Approved Justice One contract renewal with an amended $12,000 annual minimum (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority approved the budget for fiscal year 23/24 and the 2024 scholarship application. The board also approved the June 2023 financials and meeting minutes. A proposal to move meeting times to Tuesdays was tabled.

• Approved FY 23/24 Budget
• Approved 2024 scholarship application
• Approved June 2023 Financials
• Approved June 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled vote on moving meeting time to Tuesdays

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Board approved the FY23/24 budget and a marketing services contract. Members also approved the FY22/23 financial summary and the April 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved FY23/24 Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved Marketing Services contract for a 3-year strategy (Unanimous)
• Approved FY22/23 Financial Summary (Unanimous)
• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider three applications for home occupation permits. Staff recommends approval for all three requests, which involve party rentals, a food truck business, and mobile bartending.

• Home Occupation Permit for B Better Bounce House at 115 Bayswood Dr.
• Home Occupation Permit for Pop's Food Service Solutions at 218 Creekwood Dr.
• Home Occupation Permit for Boozie Barrel, LLC at 890 Greentree Dr.

The board unanimously approved three applications for home occupation permits for a party rental business, a food truck business, and a mobile bartending business. All approved applicants agreed to the requirements noted in the KLADO.

• Approved home occupation permit for B Better Bounce House at 115 Bayswood Dr. (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Pop's Food Service Solutions at 218 Creekwood Dr. (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Boozie Barrel, LLC at 890 Greentree Dr. (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to discuss strategic planning, business development, and downtown infrastructure. The board will review updates on the Lawn Project, Kingsland Depot, and downtown parking.

• The Lawn Project update
• Kingsland Depot update
• Downtown parking, landscaping, and sidewalks
• Quarterly funding for staff appreciation
• Appointment of Board Treasurer

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority approved funding for festival entertainment and staff appreciation. The board also appointed a new treasurer and approved financial records and previous minutes.

• Approved $13,000 for 2023 Catfish Festival entertainment funding
• Approved $750 for Public Works staff appreciation
• Appointed Amanda Moore as DDA Board Treasurer
• Approved April and May 2023 financials
• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several planning and zoning applications, including two subdivision plats and a variance request. The body will also review a home occupation permit for a local business.

• Home Occupation Permit for KMM Productions, LLC at 404 North Grove Boulevard
• Variance request for 465 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to allow a mobile home on a lot 700 square feet under the required size
• Final Plat approval for Lake Juniper Phase 5 (32 lots on 15.46 acres)
• Preliminary Plat approval for Brookshire Green Subdivision (64 single family lots on 23.94 acres)

The City Council approved a final plat for Lake Juniper Phase 5 and a preliminary plat for Brookshire Green Subdivision. A home occupation permit for KMM Productions, LLC was also approved. A variance request for a mobile home at 465 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard was postponed.

• Approved Lake Juniper Phase 5 final plat for 32 lots (Unanimous)
• Approved Brookshire Green Subdivision preliminary plat for 64 lots (Unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for KMM Productions, LLC (Unanimous)
• Postponed variance request for 465 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (Unanimous)
• Approved consent docket including previous minutes and accounts payable (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The board will consider a variance for a mobile home on MLK Jr. Blvd and two home occupation permits. The meeting also includes reviews for the Lake Juniper Phase 5 final plat and the Brookshire Green Subdivision preliminary plat.

• Variance request for 700 square feet of minimum lot area at Parcel K08 01 016-465 MLK, Jr. Blvd.
• Home Occupation Permit for KMM Productions, LLC at 404 N. Grove Blvd.
• Home Occupation Permit for B Better Bounce House at 115 Bayswood Dr.
• Final plat approval for Lake Juniper Phase 5 (32 lots on 15.46 acres).
• Preliminary plat approval for Brookshire Green Subdivision (64 lots on 23.94 acres).

The board approved a final plat for Lake Juniper Phase 5 and a preliminary plat for Brookshire Green Subdivision. A home occupation permit for KMM Productions, LLC was also approved, while a variance request for a mobile home on MLK, Jr. Blvd. failed to pass.

• Approved final plat for Lake Juniper Phase 5 (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Brookshire Green Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for KMM Productions, LLC (6-0)
• No action taken on variance for Parcel K08 01 016-465 MLK, Jr. Blvd. (3-3)
• Deferred home occupation permit for B Better Bounce House (Unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss the adoption of a supplemental resolution. This resolution concerns the terms of the City’s Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds, Series 2023.

• Supplemental Bond Resolution #2023-05 regarding Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds, Series 2023

The City Council held a special called meeting to address a single item of new business. The council unanimously approved a supplemental resolution regarding the terms and execution of documents for the City’s Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds, Series 2023.

• Approved Supplemental Bond Resolution #2023-05 for Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds, Series 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review requests to rezone land for residential and commercial developments, including an RV resort and multi-family housing. The body is also deciding on several city contracts, infrastructure change orders, and the purchase of police vehicles.

• Re-zoning of 69 acres on Camden Woods Parkway for 98 residential lots and 2 commercial tracts
• Re-zoning of 315 acres on Scrubby Bluff Road for an RV resort and multi-family housing
• Purchase of 6 police Tahoes from Parkway Chevrolet, Inc. for $346,254
• Change Order #1 for Kingsland Fire Rescue Station #4 totaling $32,000
• Annual $120,000 agreement with Evoqua Water Technologies for Bioxide Feed System

The City Council approved rezoning for residential and commercial developments, including a mixed-use RV resort and multi-family housing. The council also authorized the purchase of six police vehicles and approved several infrastructure and service agreements. A public hearing was held regarding an alcohol license for Unleashed Camden.

• Approved rezoning of Parcel 107 035 for 98 residential lots and 2 commercial tracts (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Parcel 095 027 for RV resort and multi-family housing (Unanimous)
• Approved $346,254 purchase of 6 police Tahoes from Parkway Chevrolet, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $32,000 change order for concrete replacement at Fire Rescue Station #4 (Unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Unleashed Camden at 258 Haddock Road (3-0)
• Approved $200k TAP Grant supplemental agreement for pedestrian/bicycle improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved water/wastewater sale agreement with Peachtree Renewable (Plug Power) (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The board will discuss updates from the Organization, Business Development, Design, and Promotions committees. Topics include the strategic plan, new downtown businesses, and specific infrastructure projects.

• Strategic Plan and Board Training updates
• The Lawn Project update
• Kingsland Depot and downtown parking
• Downtown landscaping and sidewalks
• Catfish Festival and downtown promotions

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and discuss re-zoning requests for two parcels totaling approximately 384 acres. The board will also review a preliminary plat for a residential and commercial project and one home occupation permit.

• Re-zoning of 69 acres on east side of Camden Woods Pkwy to PD/MU for 98 residential lots and 2 commercial tracts
• Re-zoning of 315 acres on south side of Scrubby Bluff Rd. near Greentree Dr. to PD/C-2 for an RV resort and multi-family housing
• Preliminary plat for The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2 (98 duplex lots and 2 commercial lots)
• Home occupation permit for KMM Productions, LLC at 404 N. Grove Blvd.

The board approved re-zoning requests for a residential/commercial project at Camden Woods Pkwy and an RV resort/multi-family project on Scrubby Bluff Rd. A preliminary plat for The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2 was also approved. One home occupation permit was deferred due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved re-zoning of Parcel 107 035 to PD/MU for 98 residential lots and 2 commercial tracts (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved re-zoning of Parcel 095 027 to PD/C-2 for an RV resort and multi-family housing (Unanimous)
• Deferred Home Occupation Permit for KMM Productions, LLC at 404 N. Grove Blvd. (3-0)
• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an alcohol license for Wandaful Things. The body is also considering a $109,259 contract for roof replacements and amendments to city ordinances regarding noise and hookah lounges.

• Alcohol license application for Wandaful Things at 151 East William Avenue
• Bid award to Brantley Roofing Company for $109,259 for four city buildings
• Ordinance 2023-06 regarding the operation of Hookah/Vapor Bars or Lounges
• Ordinance 2023-07 amending Sec. 14.7 Noise Control
• Appointment of Amanda Moore to the Kingsland Downtown Development Authority

The City Council approved a $109,259 contract for roof replacements and established a new ordinance for hookah and vapor bars. Council also granted an alcohol license to Wandaful Things and appointed Amanda Moore to the Downtown Development Authority.

• Approved $109,259 roof replacement contract for Brantley Roofing Company (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 establishing regulations for Hookah/Vapor Bars or Lounges (Unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Wandaful Things at 151 East Williams Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Amanda Moore to the Kingsland Downtown Development Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved consent docket including previous minutes, agenda, and accounts payable (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review committee updates and new business. Discussions include downtown infrastructure and a contract with TDS.

• TDS Annual Contract
• The Lawn Project update
• Kingsland Depot
• Downtown parking, landscaping, and sidewalks
• KDDA Board Vacancy for Seat #5

The Downtown Development Authority recommended Amanda Moore to fill a board vacancy and approved a sponsorship contract with TDS. The board also approved the March 2023 financials and April 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved March 2023 Financials
• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Amanda Moore for KDDA Board Seat #5
• Approved TDS Sponsorship Contract

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances regarding alcohol sales at indoor sports facilities and the operation of hookah/vapor lounges. The body is also reviewing several equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts.

• Ordinance 2023-05: Alcohol sales for consumption at indoor sport and recreation facilities
• Ordinance 2023-06: Regulations for Hookah/Vapor Bar or Lounge operations
• Purchase of 2016 Dodge Ram 5500 crane truck for $73,000
• Temporary housing for Fire Station #4 remodel from Satellite Shelters, Inc. for $59,175.00
• Cost share of $104,878 for a new Chris Gilman Stadium electronic scoreboard

The City Council approved an ordinance allowing retail alcohol sales for spectator consumption at indoor sport and recreation facilities. The council also authorized several equipment purchases and infrastructure projects, while postponing a new ordinance regarding hookah and vapor lounges.

• Approved retail alcohol sales at indoor sport/recreation facilities (3-1)
• Postponed Ordinance 2023-06 regarding Hookah/Vapor Bars or Lounges (Unanimous)
• Approved $73,000 purchase of a used 2016 Dodge Ram 5500 crane truck (Unanimous)
• Approved $59,175 for temporary housing for Fire Station #4 remodel (Unanimous)
• Approved $104,878 cost share for Chris Gilman Stadium electronic scoreboard (3-0)
• Approved 5-year, $156,080 contract with Axon Enterprises for 45 Taser 7 units (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 School Resource Officer Agreement for three SROs (Unanimous)
• Appointed Filiz Morrow to the Public Service Authority Board (Unanimous)

City Council

City Council awarded a road resurfacing contract to East Coast Asphalt and appointed Jose Rosario to the Downtown Development Authority Board. The council also adopted mid-year budget revisions with one specific funding increase removed.

• Approved appointment of Jose Rosario to the Kingsland Downtown Development Authority Board (Unanimous)
• Approved $332,815 asphalt resurfacing bid from East Coast Asphalt (Unanimous)
• Adopted FY2022/23 Mid-Year Budget Revisions, removing a $9,400 increase in Planning and Development (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 Georgia Cities Week (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Docket including previous minutes, agenda, and accounts payable (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The board recommended Jose Rosario to fill a board vacancy and approved vendor fees for the FY 23 Catfish Festival. Mid-year budget revisions were approved to redirect 20% of raised sponsorship funds to labor.

• Recommended Jose Rosario for KDDA Board Vacancy (Seat #6)
• Approved February 2023 Financials
• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved FY 23 Catfish Festival Vendor Fees
• Approved Mid-Year Budget Revisions to redirect 20% of sponsorship money to labor

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 9, 2023. Members reviewed the FY22/23 Financial Summary and received an update on mid-year budget revisions. The board decided to cancel the June meeting and rescheduled the next meeting for August 9, 2023.

• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Cancelled June 14, 2023 meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for August 9, 2023

City Council

City Council approved a side yard setback variance for AGLOGIC Chemical, LLC and a preliminary plat for 32 lots at Lake Juniper Phase 5. The council also updated the city's travel meal allowances and the building services agreement with the City of Woodbine.

• Approved variance for 251 Commercial Drive to reduce side yard setback from 40' to 21' (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Lake Juniper Phase 5 consisting of 32 lots (Unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for Ragnorak Interactive, LLC at 109 Lakefield Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved updated City of Woodbine Building Services IGA (Unanimous)
• Approved travel policy increase for daily meal allowances from $40 to $59 standard and $60 to $69 high cost (Unanimous)
• Approved consent docket including previous minutes, agenda, and accounts payable (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The board approved a preliminary plat for a 32-lot development and granted a setback variance for a chemical company. One home occupation permit was approved, while another was deferred. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved preliminary plat for Lake Juniper Phase 5 (32 lots on 15.46 acres) [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved side yard setback variance for AGLOGIC Chemical, LLC at Commercial Dr. [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for Ragnorak Interactive, LLC at 109 Lakefield Dr. [UNANIMOUS]
• Deferred Home Occupation Permit for Busy Beavers, LLC at 47 Bermuda St. [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved previous meeting minutes [UNANIMOUS]

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Joint Camden County Comprehensive Plan Update. Members will also consider a bid for wastewater treatment facility upgrades and the adoption of a Section 125 Premium Only Plan for employees.

• Public hearing for the Joint Camden County Comprehensive Plan Update
• Proposed bid award to Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc for $108,504 for WWTF PLC equipment and SCADA upgrades
• Approval of 2023 Section 125 Premium Only Plan Adoption Agreement
• Resolution 2023-01 Section 125 Cafeteria Plan effective April 1, 2023

City Council awarded a contract for equipment and SCADA upgrades at the Waste Water Treatment Facility. The council also adopted a Section 125 Premium Only Plan and associated resolution for employee insurance tax savings.

• Approved $108,504 bid to Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc for WWTF PLC equipment and SCADA upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Section 125 Premium Only Plan Adoption Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 Section 125 Premium Only Plan effective April 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes, agenda, and accounts payable (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a contract for additions and alterations to a fire station. The body will also review a pension committee appointment and the transfer of a surplus police vehicle.

• Bid award to Bent Pine Construction for $1,800,056.00 for Kingsland Fire & Rescue Station #4 at 750 North Gross Road
• Appointment of Robert E. Lewis as Pension Committee Secretary
• Contract agreement with Amusements of America
• Declaration of a 2006 Ford Crown Victoria as surplus for transfer to Homeland, Georgia Police Department

The City Council approved a contract for additions and alterations to Fire & Rescue Station #4. The council also appointed a Pension Committee Secretary and declared a 2006 patrol car as surplus for donation.

• Approved $1,800,056.00 bid to Bent Pine Construction for Fire & Rescue Station #4 additions and alterations (Unanimous)
• Appointed Robert E. Lewis as Pension Committee Secretary (Unanimous)
• Approved contract agreement with Amusements of America for public record (Unanimous)
• Declared 2006 Ford Crown Victoria as surplus to transfer title to Homeland, Georgia Police Department (Unanimous)
• Approved consent docket including previous minutes, agenda, and accounts payable (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Board approved a $10,000 contribution to match the City's funding for The Lawn's Master Plan. Other actions included approving mid-year budget revisions and scholarships for 2023 and 2024.

• Approved $10,000 match for The Lawn's Master Plan
• Approved January 2023 Financials
• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Mid-Year Budget Revisions
• Approved FY23 & FY24 Scholarships
• Tabled discussion on $6,126.45 circuit board for generators

Planning & Zoning Board

The Board denied Ordinance 2023-01, which proposed defining the number of dwellings and units allowed in R-2 or R-3 Zoning Districts by unit count rather than square footage. The amendment will be forwarded to next month to include R-7.

• Denied Ordinance 2023-01 to amend dwelling unit calculations (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved several contracts, including a $79,790 compact track loader and agreements for Hurricane Irma recovery. The council also authorized a $18,500 revenue analysis for the Georgia Florida Sports Park and approved two home occupation permits.

• Approved purchase of compact track loader from Sapelo Equipment Co. for $79,790 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Timberline Construction Group for mobile home repair/replacement via CDBG-DR-HRRP funds (Unanimous)
• Approved DSW Homes, LLC as a pre-qualified construction contractor for CDBG-DR-HRRP projects (Unanimous)
• Approved $18,500 agreement with KB Advisory Group for Georgia Florida Sports Park revenue analysis (Unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement agreement with W. H. Gross Construction Company for KB Advisory Group fees (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Gibbs Pressure Washing, Paint & Trim, LLC at 221 West Jacobs Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Affordable Home Services at 102 Willow Lake Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved annual contract for CivicPlus (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is meeting to review updates on downtown infrastructure and events. The board will discuss budget revisions and a sponsorship program under new business.

• Mid-year budget revisions
• The Lawn Project update
• Kingsland Depot and downtown parking
• Catfish Festival and Homegrown Market planning
• KDDA Board Vacancy for Seat #6

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Authority is meeting to elect officers and discuss mid-year budget revisions. The board will also review a financial summary report and an update on the County Tourism Contract.

• Election of officers
• Mid-year budget revisions
• County Tourism Contract update
• Approval of September 2022 minutes

The Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority approved mid-year budget revisions and re-elected its previous officers for the current term. The board also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from September 2022.

• Approved mid-year budget revisions (unanimous)
• Re-elected C.B. Yadav as Chairman, Katherine Dixon as Vice-Chair, and Alison Shores as Secretary/Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved September 8, 2022 special-called meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board is meeting to consider two applications for home occupation permits in R-1 zoned areas. Staff recommends approval for one of the requests.

• Home occupation permit for Gibbs Pressure Washing, Paint & Trim, LLC at 221 W. Jacobs Ave.
• Home occupation permit for Affordable Home Services at 102 Willow Lake Dr.

The board approved two applications for home occupation permits for pressure washing and handyman services. Both applicants agreed to the requirements noted in the KLADO.

• Approved home occupation permit for Gibbs Pressure Washing, Paint & Trim, LLC at 221 W. Jacobs Ave. (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Affordable Home Services at 102 Willow Lake Dr. (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review bids for manufactured housing unit replacements for residents affected by Hurricane Irma. The body is also considering a telecommunications audit agreement and several board appointments.

• Bid award for MHU replacements via Timberline Construction Group, LLC ranging from $113,674 to $164,155
• Telecommunications Audit Agreement with SpyGlass Group, LLC based on success-based fees
• Two-day temporary alcohol license for Wee Pub for the 2023 Mardi Gras Festival
• Presentation of a $2,500 BRACE Grant for litter abatement on Royal Parkway and I-95 interchanges
• Appointments to the KDDA, KCVB Authority, and PSA boards

City Council approved a contract with Timberline Construction Group, LLC for manufactured housing unit replacements and a telecommunications audit agreement with SpyGlass Group, LLC. The council also appointed members to the KDDA and KCVB boards and approved a temporary alcohol license for the Mardi Gras Festival.

• Approved temporary alcohol license for Wee Pub for 2023 Mardi Gras Festival (Unanimous)
• Approved telecommunications audit agreement with SpyGlass Group, LLC (Unanimous)
• Awarded MHU replacement bid to Timberline Construction Group, LLC (Unanimous)
• Appointed Councilwoman Chance, Jesse Robert Merck, and Theresa Farrell to KDDA Board (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Justin Whitfield and Alison Shores to KCVB Authority Board; Councilwoman Chance's appointment deferred
• Re-appointed Terry Landreth to the Public Service Authority Board (Unanimous)
• Approved consent docket including previous minutes, agenda, and accounts payable (Unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority will review updates on downtown infrastructure and events. The board is scheduled to discuss the advertising and promotions budget under new business.

• Traffic Control Project update
• The Lawn Project update
• Kingsland Depot update
• Downtown parking, lights, gazebo, sidewalks, and projector
• Advertising / Promotions Budget

The board defeated a variance request to build an accessory structure for a business expansion at 230 North Lee Street. Members also approved a promotional campaign for the K-BAY Morning Show and updated scholarship forms. Nominations for two board vacancies were submitted for City Council consideration.

• Variant Request for 230 North Lee Street defeated
• Approved advertising campaign for K-BAY Morning Show
• Approved updated scholarship form
• Approved November 2022 Financials
• Approved December 2022 meeting minutes
• Nominated Jesse Merck (Seat #3) and Theresa Farrell (Seat #7) for board vacancies

City Council

The City Council will review a variance request for an RV park and three home occupation permits. The body will also make annual charter position appointments and an appointment to the Planning Commission.

• Variance request for a proposed RV park at 205 Easy Street (4.89 acres)
• Home occupation permit for The Hen's, LLC at 203 West Maple Avenue
• Home occupation permit for YSB Improvements, LLC at 112 Lakefield Drive
• Home occupation permit for Unapologetically Booked at 803 Edmund Avenue
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the Camden County Board of Elections and Registration for 2023

City Council re-appointed the Mayor Pro Tem and key city officials for 2023. The council also approved a lot size variance for an RV park and three home occupation permits.

• Approved .11-acre variance for RV park at 205 Easy Street (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for The Hen's, LLC at 203 West Maple Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for YSB Improvements, LLC at 112 Lakefield Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Unapologetically Booked at 803 Edmund Avenue (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Councilman Blount as Mayor Pro Tem (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Steven Blackerby as City Attorney, Jean Seigler-Horne as City Clerk, Rickey Evans as Chief of Police, and Filiz Morrow as City Treasurer (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Michael Haynes to the Planning Commission
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Camden County Board of Elections and Registration for 2023 (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a lot size variance for a proposed RV park. The board will also review four applications for home occupation permits for various local businesses.

• Variance request for 205 Easy St. to allow an RV park on a 4.89-acre parcel
• Home occupation permit for online travel agency at 803 Edmund Ave.
• Home occupation permit for YSB Improvements, LLC at 112 Lakefield Dr.
• Home occupation permit for The Hen's, LLC at 203 W. Maple Ave.
• Home occupation permit for Gibbs Pressure Washing, Paint & Trim, LLC at 221 W. Jacobs Ave.

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a variance for an RV park and three home occupation permits. One home occupation permit request was deferred to February 6, 2023.

• Approved .11-acre variance for RV park at 205 Easy St. (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for Unapologetically Booked at 803 Edmund Ave. (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for YSB Improvements, LLC at 112 Lakefield Dr. (Unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for The Hen's, LLC at 203 W. Maple Ave. (Unanimous)
• Deferred home occupation permit for Gibbs Pressure Washing, Paint & Trim, LLC at 221 W. Jacobs Ave. (Unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)