Kingsland public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will vote on an intergovernmental agreement for the 2025 SPLOST tax, a public hearing on acquiring a utility easement, and several contracts including road resurfacing and vehicle purchases.

• Public hearing on eminent domain for utility easement on Parcel 108E 121
• Intergovernmental Agreement for 2025 SPLOST tax distribution
• Bid award for 2025 LMIG road resurfacing project ($384,625)
• Bid award for four utility trucks ($303,811)
• Bid award for four pickup trucks ($159,761.75)

The Kingsland City Council approved a resolution authorizing eminent domain to acquire a permanent utility easement on Camden County Tax Parcel 108E 121 for sewer infrastructure, despite public questions about the project. The council also approved an intergovernmental agreement for 2025 SPLOST proceeds, a utilities protection ordinance, a Hurricane Helene disaster relief agreement, a mutual aid agreement with Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, a sidewalk change order, and two bid awards for road resurfacing and vehicle purchases. All votes were unanimous except for the two truck purchases, which passed 2-0 with one abstention.

• Approved eminent domain resolution for permanent utility easement on Parcel 108E 121 (unanimous)
• Approved SPLOST IX intergovernmental agreement for 2025 capital outlay projects (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-13 for municipal utilities protection (unanimous)
• Approved GEMA/FEMA Hurricane Helene disaster relief subrecipient agreement (unanimous)
• Approved mutual aid agreement with Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay (unanimous)
• Approved Royal Parkway Sidewalk Change Order #1 for $3,850 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 LMIG road resurfacing bid to East Coast Asphalt for $384,625 (unanimous)
• Awarded purchase of four 3/4-ton trucks to Bennett CDJR for $303,811 (2-0, Blount abstained)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider a resolution to borrow up to $120,000 from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund for a lead service line inventory. Other items include a budget revision for FY2023‑2024, renewal of the probation services contract for the municipal court, a re‑zoning request for a 1.2‑acre parcel on South Orange Edwards Boulevard, and an alcohol license for Krab N Go at 1390 Boone Street.

• Resolution #2024-17: Authorize up to $120,000 loan for lead service line inventory (GEFA LSL2023093).
• Resolution #2024-15: Amend FY2023‑2024 year‑end budget.
• Contract renewal with CSRA Probation Services, Inc. for Kingsland Municipal Court.
• Re‑zoning of Parcel K25 04 003 to R‑7 for 16 townhomes (approx. 1.2 acres).
• Alcohol license application for Krab N Go at 1390 Boone Street.

The Kingsland City Council approved a rezoning for a 16-townhome project, an alcohol license for Krab N Go, 2025 alcohol license renewals, a probation services contract, budget revisions, a GEFA loan for lead service line inventory, and an ordinance amendment on temporary alcohol permits. The council postponed Ordinance 2024-13 on municipal utilities protection to a special meeting on December 17, 2024. Public comments raised concerns about water outages, boil advisories, and the impact of new development on property taxes.

• Approved rezoning of Parcel K25 04 003 to R-7 for 16 townhomes (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Krab N Go at 1390 Boone Street (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 alcohol license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal with CSRA Probation Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2024-15 for FY2023-2024 budget revisions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2024-17 for $120,000 GEFA loan for lead service line inventory (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-12 amending temporary alcohol permit rules (unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance 2024-13 on municipal utilities protection to 12/17/2024 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and vote on three re-zoning requests. These include a large residential subdivision and a commercial dealership. The board will also review two home occupation permit applications.

• Proposed 630-lot subdivision of 212 acres at Laurel Island Pkwy. and Bristol Hammock Rd.
• Re-zoning of 1.37 acres at 180 N. West St. and 411 W. King Ave. for a Polaris Dealership
• Re-zoning of 1.2 acres at S. Orange Edwards Blvd. and W. Outlaw Ave. for 16 townhomes
• Home occupation permit for Cutler's Lawn Care and More at 289 Laurel Landing Blvd.
• Home occupation permit for Heather Groom, LLC mental health counseling at 114 Fiddlers Cove Dr.

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will vote on three items: a resolution to abandon an unopened section of East Thrift Street, a contract paying $7,500 to the Camden Community Crisis Center for family‑violence shelter services in 2025, and a resolution authorizing participation in an amicus brief in the Chang v. City of Milton appeal. All three items are presented for approval at the November 25, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution 2024-12 – abandon unopened section of East Thrift Street
• Contract with Camden Community Crisis Center, Inc. – $7,500 for 2025 family‑violence shelter services
• Resolution 2024-16 – authorize participation in an amicus brief in the Chang v. City of Milton appeal

City Council

The Kingsland City Council meeting will consider a range of approvals, including a 5% increase to water and sewer rates effective January 2025. Other items include a bid award for an online utility billing platform projected to save about $12,500 per month, temporary alcohol licenses for local businesses, a home occupation permit for a mobile RV repair service, and a group health insurance proposal for city employees. Each item will be voted on during the regular session.

• Amendment to water and sewer rate schedule to raise rates by 5% (effective Jan 2025)
• Bid award for Utility Billing Online Payment & Processing Platform with projected monthly savings of $12,500 and additional $1,953 if 50% of customers go paperless
• Approval of temporary alcohol license for Alex Wong (Outerbanks Seafood and Steaks) at the 2024 Kingsland Catfish Festival on Nov 23
• Approval of Home Occupation Permit for 251 Merriwood Circle (mobile RV repair business)
• Adoption of group health insurance proposal from Lighthouse Benefit Advisors for city employees

Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors

The board will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the prior meeting. New business includes nominating and electing the 2025 slate of officers, reviewing the GIRMA Certificate of Coverage and Georgia DCA Authority registration, and receiving the annual audit information. The meeting will conclude with any other business and announcements before adjournment.

• Approve agenda as presented
• Approve minutes of previous board meeting
• Nomination and election of the 2025 slate of officers
• GIRMA Certificate of Coverage & Georgia DCA Authority registration
• Annual audit information

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will first approve minutes from its previous meeting. It will then consider a Home Occupation Permit application from Johnny Franklin for J. Brew Mobile RV Service & Repair, LLC, to operate a mobile RV repair business at 251 Merriwood Circle, a property zoned R‑1. Staff recommends approval of the permit.

• Home Occupation Permit for mobile RV repair business at 251 Merriwood Cir (Parcel 082N 029A) – staff recommends approval
• Approve minutes from the last meeting

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Tax Allocation District 1 redevelopment plan and vote on adopting the 2024 tax millage rate, a Georgia Gateway CID millage rate, and a change order for the Lakes Boulevard East sidewalk project.

• Public hearing on Tax Allocation District 1 redevelopment plan
• Vote on 2024 Tax Millage Rate (5.590 mills)
• Vote on Georgia Gateway CID millage rate (10 mills)
• Approval of Change Order #1 for Lakes Boulevard East sidewalk ($17,835)
• Bid award for 1/2 ton pickup truck ($27,590)

Downtown Development Authority

The board will receive updates from its Organization, Business Development, Design, Promotions, and Land Acquisition committees. It will approve the authority’s financial report and the minutes from the previous meeting. New business includes a review of a facade grant application and a proposal to remove trees.

• Approval of the authority’s financial statements
• Approval of minutes from the prior meeting
• Review of a facade grant application
• Consideration of a tree removal proposal
• Updates on property acquisition and downtown landscaping

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Tax Allocation District 1 (Exit 3 Commercial and Entertainment District). Council members will vote on an annexation ordinance and zoning designation for three parcels totaling about 278 acres on Haddock Road. Several planning and zoning applications—including a variance for a Texas Roadhouse sign, a home‑occupation permit, and multiple plat approvals—will also be considered. The meeting includes approval of a professional services amendment and a Coastal Incentive Grant award for floodplain and storm‑water resiliency, plus an appointment to the Downtown Development Authority board.

• Public hearing on amendment to Tax Allocation District 1 (Exit 3 Commercial and Entertainment District).
• Approval of Annexation Ordinance and C‑8 zoning for parcels 121 009A, 121 009BPZ, and 121 009CPZ (~278 acres) on Haddock Road.
• Variance request for Texas Roadhouse at 1508 Boone Street to increase wall sign area to 127 sq ft.
• Amendment to GMC Professional Services Agreement for floodplain and stormwater resiliency project funded by Cycle 27 Coastal Incentive Grant.
• Appointment to the Kingsland Downtown Development Authority Board.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on a planned‑development amendment for parcel 106 040, a sign‑area variance for Texas Roadhouse at 1508 Boone St., and a PD approval for the GA/FL Gateway project covering about 278 acres near Exit 1 on Haddock Road. The board will also consider a home‑occupation permit for an online clothing business at 102 The Villas Way, a re‑plat for Brookshire Green (61 single‑family lots on 18.98 acres), a final plat for Fiddler's Cove Phase 5 (16 lots on 8.23 acres), and related variances and amendments. Staff recommendations are for approval of all items, with the GA/FL Gateway PD contingent on City Council actions.

• PD amendment for parcel 106 040 to allow townhomes on 16 acres (49.14‑acre parcel)
• Variance for Texas Roadhouse at 1508 Boone St. to increase wall sign to 127 sq ft
• Home Occupation Permit for "Styled‑By‑JM" at 102 The Villas Way
• Re‑Plat for Brookshire Green: 61 single‑family lots on 18.98 acres
• PD approval for GA/FL Gateway project on parcels 121 009A, 121 009BPZ, 121 009CPZ (≈278 acres)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will vote on Resolution #2024-11 to adopt the FY 2024‑25 operating and capital budget. The council will also set the Georgia Gateway CID millage rate at 10 mills, which will generate $11,520 for the CID Fund. A low bid of $319,000 from GCU, LLC will be awarded for the Lead Service Line Inventory Field Investigation, with $225,000 secured from a GEFA grant. The council will approve TAP Grant Addendum #2 to fund additional survey work at several sites, using GDOT TAP Grant funds.

• Adopt FY 2024‑25 Operating & Capital Budget (Resolution #2024-11)
• Approve Georgia Gateway CID millage rate of 10 mills, generating $11,520
• Award Lead Service Line Inventory Field Investigation contract to GCU, LLC for $319,000 (with $225,000 GEFA grant)
• Approve TAP Grant Addendum #2 for database updates at Dairy Queen, New Brick Vault, Coastal Pines Technical College, Gross and Haddock Road

Downtown Development Authority

The board will discuss updates from committees focused on strategic planning, business development, landscaping, and property acquisition. The meeting also includes the approval of financials and previous minutes.

• Strategic Plan update
• New downtown businesses and merchants group discussion
• Downtown landscaping update
• Downtown promotions and events update
• Property acquisition update

GGCID

The Georgia Gateway Community Improvement District held a called meeting and approved a motion to set the 2024 CID millage rate at 10 mil, carried unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the 2023 meeting and approved Andrew Gross as the new electors representative. An update on the Georgia Florida Sports Park was provided with no action needed.

• Approved 2024 CID millage rate at 10 mil (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Andrew Gross as new electors representative

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2024-2025 Proposed Budget and vote on several zoning changes, including a new C-8 district for the Haddock Road area. The council will also ratify bid awards for an amphibious excavator ($232,500) and a copier maintenance contract ($7,698.46).

• Public Hearing: FY 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
• Approval of Ordinance 2024-07 to add C-8 Interchange Transitional Zoning District
• Ratification of Bid Award: Purchase of Amphibious Excavator ($232,500)
• Bid Award: Copier Maintenance Contract ($7,698.46)
• Approval of UCP Public Safety App Contract ($4,500)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on rezoning two parcels to C‑2 General Commercial and on a home‑occupation permit. It will vote on an ordinance amendment that adds a C‑8 Interchange Transitional zoning district to the city code. The board will also consider annexing three parcels totaling about 278 acres and granting them a C‑8 zoning designation for a proposed mixed‑use project.

• Public hearing: Re‑zoning 898 E. Lakes Blvd. (1.28 acres) to C‑2 for a restaurant
• Public hearing: Re‑zoning 531 N. Lee St. (5.30 acres) to C‑2 General Commercial
• Public hearing: Annexation of parcels 121 009A, 121 009BPZ, 121 009CPZ (≈278 acres) with request for C‑8 zoning
• Ordinance 2024-07 to amend Ordinance 2011-01, adding Sec. 61.8 for C‑8 Interchange Transitional district
• Home occupation permit for 102 Aloe Ct. (Honeybee product sales) approved

The Kingsland Planning and Zoning Board approved all agenda items unanimously, including a new C-8 Interchange Transitional zoning district, re-zoning of two parcels to C-2 General Commercial, a home occupation permit, and annexation of about 278 acres on Haddock Rd. The annexation is contingent on the C-8 ordinance amendment. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-07 adding C-8 Interchange Transitional zoning district (unanimous)
• Approved re-zoning of 898 E. Lakes Blvd. to C-2 General Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved home occupation permit for C & R Bushcrafts, Inc. at 102 Aloe Ct. (unanimous)
• Approved re-zoning of 531 N. Lee St. to C-2 General Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of parcels 121 009A, 121 009BPZ, 121 009CPZ with C-8 zoning, contingent on ordinance approval (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider several approvals, including a bid award for a Wilson Bobcat E55 amphibious excavator priced at $232,500. Council members will also review additional work authorizations for the Meadows drainage culvert crossings, a topographic survey for The Lawn development, renewal of an Evoqua water treatment contract, and a $4,500 public safety communications platform contract. A FY 2024-2025 budget presentation and routine consent docket items will also be addressed.

• Bid award: Purchase of one Wilson Bobcat E55 amphibious excavator – $232,500 (Wilson Equipment)
• Approval of additional work authorization for The Meadows drainage (3 culvert crossings) – Roberts Civil Engineering
• Approval of topographic survey for three driveway locations off Royal Pkwy at The Lawn – Roberts Civil Engineering
• Renewal of Evoqua Water Technologies odor and corrosion feed system contract – funded under a separate PlugPower agreement
• Unified Communication Platform public safety application contract – $4,500, funded by the Seized Assets Fund

Downtown Development Authority

The board will discuss updates from committees regarding downtown landscaping, business development, and property acquisition. The meeting includes a recommendation for a new board appointment.

• Strategic plan update
• Downtown landscaping discussion
• Property acquisition update
• Recommendation for board appointment

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority board will approve the June 2024 meeting minutes and hear a financial summary report. It will discuss the existing memorandum of understanding with the Development District Authority regarding staff compensation. The board will also consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024/2025. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next regular meeting.

• Approval of June 2024 meeting minutes
• Financial Summary Report presentation
• Discussion of MOU between CVB and DDA for staff compensation
• Consideration of FY 2024/2025 budget

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a re-zoning request for a parcel on The Lakes Blvd. East. The board will also consider an ordinance amendment to create a new mixed-use zoning district. These actions determine how specific land parcels and districts in the city can be developed.

• Public hearing for re-zoning parcel 107 005R (898 The Lakes Blvd., East) from PD/R-1 to C-2 for a proposed restaurant
• Ordinance Amendment 2024-07 to create a new C-8 zoning district for mixed commercial, retail, industrial, and residential use

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider approving a traffic study for Camden Woods TAD #2, a 35-year utility franchise renewal with OREMC, and a radio equipment contract with Williams Communications. The body will also award a bid for a valve exercise machine and approve a sewer easement agreement.

• Amendment #1 to Camden Woods TAD #2 Traffic Study ($19,250)
• Franchise Agreement renewal with Okefenoke Rural Electric Membership Corporation (35 years)
• MOU with Williams Communications for radio equipment ($426,231 estimated)
• Bid award for Valve Exercise Machine to Carters Equipment ($71,855)
• Sanitary Sewer Easement Agreement with Camden County Joint Development Authority

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on a re‑zoning request for Parcel 107 005R at 898 The Lakes Blvd., East, seeking to change the zoning from PD/R‑1 to C‑2 (General Commercial) for a proposed restaurant. The board will also consider an amendment to Ordinance 2011‑01 that would add a new C‑8 mixed‑use zoning district to accommodate projects on Haddock Road Exit 1 and future developments. Minutes from the previous meeting will be approved, and the board will adjourn after these items.

• Re‑zoning request for Parcel 107 005R (898 The Lakes Blvd.) to C‑2 for a restaurant (current PD/R‑1)
• Ordinance amendment to add C‑8 mixed‑use zoning district for Haddock Road Exit 1 projects
• Approval of minutes from the last meeting

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will hold a public hearing on an alcohol license for Daily Bread Food Marts at 1870 Harrietts Bluff Road and vote on several land-use approvals, infrastructure grants, and service contracts. The meeting also includes routine procedural items and a naloxone policy to address opioid overdoses.

• Public hearing for alcohol license at Exit 7 Travel Shop (1870 Harrietts Bluff Road)
• Approval of $300,000 GEFA grant for lead service line replacement in drinking water system
• Bid award for 2024 LMIG Supplemental Asphalt Resurfacing ($402,322) for Henrietta, Woodbridge, Norwood, Jacobs, Island, East Lily, and South Satilla Roads
• Approval of engineering services for Al Gay Road & Middle School Road ($48,200) and Lakes Blvd East ($86,800 + $1,800)
• Re-zoning request for 214 West King Avenue to C-1 (Central Business District) for mixed-use project

Downtown Development Authority

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority will meet on July 16, 2024, to approve financial records, review updates from committees, and discuss new business including a memorandum of understanding with the Convention & Visitors Bureau and mid-year budget revisions. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and announcements about the next scheduled meeting.

• Approval of financial records and previous meeting minutes
• Memorandum of Understanding with CVB for executive and administrative support services
• Mid-year budget revisions for FY 2024-25
• FY 2024-25 budget requests
• Property acquisition update

City Council

The City Council will review several planning and zoning requests for single-family lot subdivisions and a commercial rezoning. The body is also deciding on a utility franchise agreement and a grant for lead service line replacement.

• Approval of a $300,000 GEFA Lead Service Line Replacement Program Grant
• Rezoning of 214 West King Avenue to C-1 (Central Business District) for a mixed use project
• Preliminary plat for The Villas at Camden Woods Phase II (240 single family lots on 81.89 acres)
• Final plat for Brookshire Green (64 single family lots on 18.98 acres)
• Renewal of a 35-year franchise agreement with Okefenoke Rural Electric Membership Corporation

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings regarding land use amendments and re-zonings. The board is also reviewing several plat applications for new residential developments. Staff recommends approval for all items on the agenda.

• Re-zoning of 214 W. King Ave to C-1 for a mixed-use project
• PD amendment for Fairways Edge Phase 2 lot widths and separate HOA
• Final plat application for Brookshire Green (64 single family lots)
• Preliminary plat for The Villas at Camden Woods Phase II (240 single family lots)
• Right-of-way acceptance for Ryans Cove Phase 3 infrastructure

Downtown Development Authority

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority will review committee updates regarding strategic planning, business development, and landscaping. The agenda also includes a Memorandum of Understanding for administrative support and mid-year budget revisions.

• MOU between DDA and CVB for Executive and Administrative Support Services
• Mid-Year Budget Revisions
• Downtown landscaping updates
• Property acquisition updates

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority will consider an MOU between the CVB and the DDA regarding staff compensation. The meeting also includes a review of mid-year revisions for FY 23/24 and a financial summary report.

• MOU between CVB and DDA for staff compensation
• Mid-year revisions for FY 23/24
• Financial summary report
• Approval of April 2024 minutes

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider several zoning requests, including a re-zoning for the Camden County Industrial Park. The council will also review an agreement for an employee wellness clinic and a tax exemption for fulfillment centers.

• $793,684 bid award to Southern Civil for a sewer pump
• 12% funding share of the $621,221 MainPoint Employee Wellness Clinic budget
• Re-zoning 29 acres in Camden County Industrial Park to General Industrial
• Alcohol license application for Parker's Kitchen Store #120 at 1215 East King Avenue
• Level 1 Freeport Tax Exemption for fulfillment centers

Planning & Zoning Board

The board will consider adding a new C-8 Interchange Transitional zoning district to allow for mixed-use development. They will also review an annexation request for approximately 278 acres on Haddock Road to provide city water and sewer access. Other items include industrial re-zoning and a special use permit for a retail business.

• Ordinance 2024-07: Creation of C-8 Interchange Transitional Zoning District
• Annexation of ~278 acres on Haddock Road for mixed-use development
• Re-zoning of ~29 acres in Camden County Industrial Park to General Industrial
• Special Use Permit for retail building materials at 1801 Harrietts Bluff Rd
• Acceptance of 50' Right-of-Way for Settler's Hammock Phase 3

City Council

The City Council will vote on the annexation and R-3 zoning of a parcel at 327 Haddock Road for a multi-family project. The body is also reviewing engineering contracts for infrastructure and updates to utility fee schedules.

• Annexation and R-3 zoning of 11.39 acres at 327 Haddock Road for a 40-unit low-income project
• $8,600 agreement with Roberts Civil Engineering for three culverts in The Meadows
• $16,900 agreement for three driveways on Royal Parkway at The Lawn
• Engineering agreement for a new sidewalk on Royal Parkway from U.S. 17 to Caney Heights
• Ordinance 2024-08 to amend solid waste collection and fire hydrant meter fees

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will review updates on the strategic plan, the Lawn Project, and downtown landscaping. The board is also scheduled to discuss land acquisition and committee appointments.

• Land acquisition discussion
• Strategic Plan update
• The Lawn Project update
• Downtown landscaping review
• Committee appointments

City Council

The City Council will review several planning and zoning requests, including a rezoning for a concrete plant and an annexation for multi-family housing. The body will also consider an intergovernmental accounting agreement and a school resource officer contract.

• Annexation and R-3 zoning of 11.39 acres at 327 Haddock Road for a 40-unit low-income project
• Rezoning of 4.415 acres at 111 Industrial Park Drive to General Industrial for a concrete batch plant
• Final plat for Settler's Hammock-Phase 4 consisting of 28 single family lots
• Home occupation permit for Moonlit Magical Creations, LLC at 526 South Cherry Street
• 2024-2025 Camden County School Resource Officer Contract

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on a concrete plant re-zoning and a property annexation for multi-family housing. The board will also review a home occupation permit and a final plat for a residential development.

• Public hearing for re-zoning 111 Industrial Park Dr. to General Industrial for a concrete batch plant
• Public hearing for annexation and R-3 zoning of 327 Haddock Road for a 40-unit low-income multi-family project
• Home occupation permit application for Moonlit Magical Creations, LLC at 526 S. Cherry St.
• Final plat for Settler's Hammock Phase 4 consisting of 28 single family lots on 8.82 acres
• Right-of-way acceptance for The Villas at Camden Woods and Richard Lee Dr.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an alcohol license for a convenience store. The body is also considering funding for a drug court program and engineering services for stormwater management.

• Alcohol license application for Shree Maruti Krupa, Inc. dba Kingsland Food Mart at 113 Scrubby Bluff Road
• Allocation of Kingsland Opioid Settlement Funds for the Brunswick Judicial Circuit Drug Court Program
• Robert's Civil Engineering proposal for Lakeview Drive culvert design in Mariners Landing subdivision
• Alternative Claims Management proposal for fleet vehicle accident recovery
• GMA District 12 Officers Ballot for 2024-2025

Downtown Development Authority

The board will discuss updates on the strategic plan, downtown landscaping, and the Lawn Project. The meeting also includes reports on new downtown businesses and the scholarship committee.

• Strategic Plan Update
• The Lawn Project Update
• Downtown Landscaping
• Second Saturdays market and merchant engagement
• Scholarship Committee

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The board will meet to review a financial summary report and approve mid-year revisions for the FY23/24 budget. The meeting also includes the approval of February 2024 minutes.

• Approval of FY23/24 Mid-Year Revisions
• Financial summary report

City Council

The City Council will review a preliminary plat for a new residential development and a variance request for a property on Island Street. The body is also considering a bid for water plant pump replacement and a home occupation permit.

• Preliminary plat for Fairways Edge Phase 2: 144 single family lots on 45.70 acres off Winding Road
• Variance request for Parcel K27 09 004A (West Side of Island Street) regarding side and rear yard setbacks
• Bid award for High Service Pump Replacement at Water Plant #2 to Woodrow Sapp Well Drilling, Inc.
• Home occupation permit for 'Ocean Zen' online travel agency at 103 Woodland Court
• Quit-Claim Deed for an abandoned section of West Fulford Street

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a preliminary plat for a new residential phase and a home occupation permit. The board will also revisit a variance request for a property on Island St. following a City Council referral.

• Preliminary plat for Fairways Edge Phase 2: 144 single family lots on 45.70 acres off Winding Rd.
• Home occupation permit for 'Ocean Zen' online travel agency at 103 Woodland Ct.
• Variance request for Parcel K2709 004A (West Side of Island St.) regarding side and rear yard setbacks.

Downtown Development Authority

The board will discuss updates regarding the strategic plan, downtown landscaping, and the Lawn Project. The meeting also includes reports on new downtown businesses and the establishment of a scholarship committee.

• Strategic Plan Update
• The Lawn Project Update
• Downtown Landscaping
• Scholarship Committee
• Second Saturdays market and merchant engagement

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will vote on several procurement contracts, including right-of-way services for a GDOT project and residential trash cans. The agenda also includes a presentation on GIS map tools and a recognition ceremony for police promotions. No new ordinances or zoning changes are listed on the agenda.

• Award $112,700 to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. for right-of-way acquisition for GDOT Project PI# 0015396 (Camden Boone Street, May Creek Drive, Keith Dixon Way).
• Award $3,500 to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. for right-of-way acquisition estimate services for the Boone Street Pedestrian Improvement Plan.
• Award contract to Urgent Care of Coastal Georgia for employee and pre-employment medical screening services.
• Purchase approximately 580 residential trash cans from Toter, LLC for $34,332.74 including delivery.

City Council

The City Council will review several land use requests, including a subdivision plat for 184 lots. The body is also deciding on a police vehicle purchase and two major road resurfacing contracts.

• Asphalt resurfacing bid for Gross Road and others from East Coast Asphalt for $1,272,275
• LMIG asphalt resurfacing bid for Thrift Street and others from East Coast Asphalt for $399,535
• Purchase of 10 police patrol vehicles from Carville for $348,000
• Preliminary plat for Canopy Oaks Subdivision consisting of 184 single family lots
• Water tower lease amendment for 162 Gross Road increasing payment by $500 per month

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a preliminary plat for a new subdivision and a re-plat for an existing one. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding setback variances for a residential property on Island St.

• Preliminary Plat for Canopy Oaks: 184 single family lots on approximately 78 acres on the east side of Gross Road
• Re-Plat of Northshore Subdivision on the south side of Hwy. 40, West to re-configure lots and create a new lot
• Variance request for Parcel K2709 004A (West Side of Island St.) for 3 1/2 foot side yard and 10 foot rear yard setbacks

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution #2024-05. This resolution proposes the abandonment of a section of South West Street that has never been opened for public use.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution #2024-05 regarding the abandonment of an unopened section of South West Street

Downtown Development Authority

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority is meeting to approve financials and minutes, then review updates from its committees on the Strategic Plan, The Lawn Project, and downtown parking. The board will decide on new business items, specifically setting vendor fees for the 2024 Catfish Festival and discussing sponsorships.

• Approval of 2024 Catfish Festival vendor fees
• Discussion of downtown sponsorships
• Update on The Lawn Project
• Review of downtown parking and landscaping plans
• Approval of financials and previous meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss a referendum for a Level 1 Freeport Tax Exemption for a fulfillment center. The body is also considering the purchase of a replacement aerial ladder truck and a watershed protection monitoring agreement.

• Resolution 2024-04: Referendum for Level 1 Freeport Tax Exemption for fulfillment center stock in trade
• Purchase of E-One HP75' Aerial Ladder Truck for $1,158,000
• Home occupation permit for 'Overlook Arms' gun sale and repair at 133 Laurel Marsh Way
• GWES Professional Services Proposal for Watershed Protection Plan annual monitoring
• Appointment to the Camden County Board of Health

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to review a home occupation permit application for a business called Overlook Arms. Staff recommends approval of the permit subject to specific conditions regarding ammunition and licensing.

• Home occupation permit application for Overlook Arms at 133 Laurel Marsh Way
• Proposed conditions: no ammunition manufacturing on-site
• Proposed condition: requirement of a State Firearms Dealer license before business license issuance

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a temporary alcohol license for the 2024 Kingsland Mardi Gras Festival. The body is also deciding on a real estate broker bid, a property lease, and funding for emergency generators.

• Temporary alcohol license for Daniel Black (Wee Pub) for the Mardi Gras Festival
• Matching funds not to exceed $94,250 for a $381,000 generator grant for City Hall and the Welcome Center
• 2-year lease agreement with Camden Connections for property at 500 East King Avenue
• Ordinance 2024-05 to update wrecker service requirements and maximum towing/storage fees
• Bid award for real estate broker services to Bob Piljay with Watson Realty Corporation

Downtown Development Authority

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority will review updates from its organization, business development, design, and promotions committees. The board will decide on prizes for the 2023 Holiday Lights Contest and funding for downtown landscaping and festival entertainment.

• Approval of purchase for 47 trees for Downtown Kingsland
• Approval of 2025 Catfish Festival Entertainment Budget
• Approval of prizes for the 2023 Holiday Lights Contest
• Updates on The Lawn Project, downtown parking, and landscaping/sidewalks

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning requests, including an 80-unit duplex development and a Dollar General store. The body is also deciding on multiple bid awards for city equipment and infrastructure projects.

• Re-zoning of Marsh Harbour Parkway parcel for an 80-unit duplex development
• Re-zoning of South Lee Street parcels for a Dollar General store
• Purchase of a refuse collection truck body for $228,113.90
• Purchase of a knuckle boom trash loader for $214,900
• Bid award to Peek Pavement Marking, LLC for Haddock Road restriping at $14,150

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Authority will meet to elect officers and establish the 2024 meeting schedule. The board will also review a financial summary report and annual audit information.

• Election of Officers
• 2024 Authority Meeting Schedule
• GIRMA Certificate of Coverage & Georgia DCA Authority Registration
• Annual Audit Information

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will hold public hearings on multiple annexation and rezoning requests, including a large mixed-use development and a Dollar General store. The board will also consider variance requests for signage and setbacks, as well as three home occupation permits.

• 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 Parcel 120 008P for an 80-unit duplex development
• Annexation of 1508 Boone St. (2.93 acres) and 1566 Boone St. (6.47 acres) for a restaurant and retail
• Sign variance for Parker's Kitchen at 1215 E. King Ave. to allow a 290 square foot sign