Camden County, Georgia

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review one request to rezone 4.72 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Commercial Neighborhood. The body will also consider five zoning variance requests and a proposal for a billboard installation.

• Rezone RZN-26-0004: 4.72 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Commercial Neighborhood at Laurel Island Pkwy, Kingsland
• VAR-26-0018: Request to install a smaller billboard at Laurel Island PKWY, Kingsland
• VAR-26-0008: Request to reduce front yard setback to 5' at 573 Hickory Bluff Dr, Waverly
• VAR-26-0011: Request to reduce side yard setback to 6' at 154 Duck Blind Way, Woodbine
• VAR-26-0015: Request to reduce front yard setback to 20' at 191 Cavader Harrell Rd, White Oak

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will receive an update on the Camden County Public Works Facility Project. The body is also deciding on a contract for roof replacement at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay and an intergovernmental agreement for parks and recreation operations.

• Contract award for roof replacement services for Building 180 on Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of St. Marys, City of Kingsland, and Camden County Public Service Authority for Parks & Recreation
• Restructuring of the Camden County Solid Waste Authority
• Appointments to the Camden County Planning Commission and Public Library Board of Trustees
• Approval of Surplus Item List

Board of Elections & Registration

The Board of Elections & Registration will meet to review the May financial report and discuss the reorganization of the board. The meeting also serves to note upcoming municipal qualifying periods and absentee ballot deadlines.

• Reorganization of the Board of Elections and Registration
• Review of May Month End Financial Report
• Municipal Qualifying Period beginning August 17, 2026
• Absentee by Mail Applications beginning August 17, 2026
• Advance in Person Voting from October 13 to October 30, 2026

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will consider old business regarding BRP Mineral Rights, review new 2026 homestead applications including a disabled veteran homestead retro, discuss conservation easement continuations and new applications, receive a status update on property tax appeals, and hear the ACO report.

• BRP Mineral Rights (old business)
• Disabled Veteran Homestead Retro application
• New 2026 Homestead Applications
• Conservation easement continuations and new applications
• Status of property tax appeals

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit for a manufactured home on a 0.5-acre parcel in a Multi-Family Residential (R-2) zone at 402 Harrietts Bluff Rd. Other business includes purchasing two license plate readers for the sheriff’s office, buying an articulated truck for the Solid Waste Authority, and approving excavator repairs. A proclamation honoring the 250th anniversary of American Independence and a presentation from the SBA on disaster assistance are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing for special use approval to allow a manufactured home at 402 Harrietts Bluff Rd, Tax Map 081 063 (applicant: Matthew Ridings/7 Bridges Properties LLC)
• Purchase of two License Plate Readers from Millenium Products for the Camden County Sheriff’s Office
• Purchase of a 2026 730 04A Articulated Truck from Yancey CAT for the Solid Waste Authority
• Approval of repair costs for the Solid Waste Authority’s current excavator
• Proclamation honoring the 250th Anniversary of American Independence and SBA disaster assistance presentation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider nine zoning variance requests regarding property setbacks and subdivision rules. The body will also discuss a special use request for a manufactured home in a multi-family residential zone.

• VAR-26-0004: Setback reduction at 6149 Burnt Fort RD
• VAR-26-0005: Side yard setback reduction at 220 Manning Ln
• VAR-26-0010: Setback reduction at Colerain Rd
• VAR-26-0012: Request to subdivide parcel with unpaved road frontage at 135 Lang Ln
• SPU-26-0002: Special use request for manufactured home at 402 Harrietts Bluff Rd

The commission approved a variance (VAR-26-000) to reduce side yard setback to 20 ft and front yard setback to 39 ft at 6149 Burnt Fort Rd. It also approved a variance (VAR-26-0005) to reduce side yard setbacks to 28 ft at 220 Manning Ln. Finally, it approved a variance (VAR-26-0008) to reduce the front yard setback to 5 ft at 573 Hickory Bluff Dr. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved VAR-26-000 setback reduction (unanimous)
• Approved VAR-26-0005 side‑yard setback reduction (unanimous)
• Approved VAR-26-0008 front‑yard setback reduction (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 29 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners and the Solid Waste Authority will meet to consider budget authorizations for fiscal year 2027. The session will also address contracts for indigent defense and county wellness clinic services.

• FY 2027 Annual Budget Adoption for all funds
• Solid Waste Authority Annual Budget Authorization for FY 2027
• FY 2027 Indigent Defense Contract with the State of Georgia
• MOU with City of Kingsland, City of St. Marys, and Public Service Authority for County Wellness Clinic services
• Professional Services Agreement with Dr. Angelito Lacanilao, MD for FY 2027

Board of Elections & Registration

The Board of Elections will discuss and vote on recall petition applications for Woodbine Councilor Phyllis Drummond, Mayor Kizzi Knight, and Councilor Rick Baird. They will also pre-certify and then certify the June 16 General Primary Runoff Election, including approving provisional ballots and reviewing UOCAVA ballots.

• Pre-certification of the June 16, 2026, General Primary Runoff Election
• Review, discussion, and vote on recall petition applications for Woodbine Councilor Phyllis Drummond, Mayor Kizzi Knight, and Councilor Rick Baird
• Certification of the June 16, 2026, General Primary Runoff Election
• Board members to sign election certification forms
• Upcoming Risk Limiting Audit on Friday, June 26, 2026

The board confirmed that the recall petition for Council Member Richard Baird met the required signature threshold and approved its issuance. It also certified the results of the June 16, 2026 General Primary Runoff Election.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved pre‑certification of June 16, 2026 General Primary Runoff Election (unanimous)
• Approved recall petition application for Council Member Richard Baird (unanimous)
• Directed Acting Elections Supervisor to issue recall petition for Richard Baird (unanimous)
• Certified June 16, 2026 General Primary Runoff Election (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting for recess at 3:10 PM (unanimous)
• Re‑convened meeting at 5:00 PM (unanimous)
• Adjourned special‑called meeting at 5:02 PM (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hear presentations on disaster assistance, the third-quarter financial report, the Joint Development Authority, and sheriff's office readiness. Action items include accepting a hazard mitigation grant for a drought study, amending a contract for congregate meals, approving clinical and professional services agreements for fire rescue, hiring a public defender, reappointing a regional council member, and entering an E-911 agreement with the sheriff.

• Acceptance of Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award for a drought study through GEMA
• First Contract Amendment for FY2026 with Coastal Regional Commission for Congregate Meals CBS-HCBS funds
• Clinical Agreement between Camden County Fire Rescue and Peds & Parents, LLC
• Employment Contract for Magistrate and Probate Court Public Defender with Attorney Clyde Urquhart
• E-911 Agreement between Sheriff James K. Chaney and the Board of County Commissioners

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will consider a request to ask the Superior Court for a five‑day extension to review signatures on a recall petition targeting Woodbine Council Member Baird. The meeting also includes routine items such as opening ceremonies, adoption of the agenda, public comment periods, and a notice of upcoming election and holiday dates. No other decisions are listed.

• Approve request for a five‑day extension from Superior Court to review Woodbine Council Member Baird recall petition signatures

The Board adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It then approved a motion, 3‑0, to request a five‑day extension from the Superior Court to review signatures on the Woodbine recall petition, extending the deadline to June 22, 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 4:03 pm by a unanimous vote.

• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved request for five‑day extension to review Woodbine recall petition signatures (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:03 pm (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing. The hearing is for members of the public to submit comments about the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Public hearing to receive comments on the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Board of County Commissioners

The board will hear a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget by the CFO and hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 14 (Animals) of the county code. They will also consider renewing a lease for the Department of Community Supervision at 208 East 4th Street in Woodbine. In the Solid Waste Authority meeting, they will discuss cost analyses and tipping fee options for the MSW and C&D landfills.

• Presentation of FY2027 Proposed Budget by CFO Lisa Lynch
• Second reading and adoption of amendments to Chapter 14 – Animals (public hearing)
• Renewal of lease agreement for Department of Community Supervision at 208 East 4th Street, Woodbine
• Consideration of MSW and C&D Landfills cost analyses and tipping fee options

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for preliminary discussion.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a preliminary discussion.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration held a special called meeting on May 22, 2026. The board adopted the agenda, approved the March 19 minutes, received the April financial report, and considered several items related to the May 19, 2026 General Primary, including a recall petition application, pre‑certification, certification, and the advance voting schedule. The board voted unanimously to approve the advance in‑person voting schedule for the May 19 primary, specifying locations and hours. Upcoming dates such as the May 29 Risk‑Limiting Audit and the June 16 runoff were also noted.

• Approval of the May General Primary Schedule for Advance in Person Voting (Kingsland, Woodbine, St. Marys locations and specified hours)
• Request for Recall Petition Application issuance (vote required)
• Pre‑Certification of the May 19, 2026 General Primary & Non‑Partisan Election (vote required)
• Certification of the May 19, 2026 General Primary & Non‑Partisan Election (vote required)
• Approval of June 16 Runoff Early Voting Schedule (vote required)

The Board adopted its agenda and approved the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes. It voted 3‑0 to issue recall petition applications for Councilor Rick Baird, Councilor Phyllis Drummond, and Mayor Kizzi Knight. The Board also adjudicated provisional ballots, rejecting one and accepting two, and then unanimously pre‑certified the May 19 2026 General Primary & Non‑Partisan Election.

• Adopt agenda as presented – motion carried unanimously
• Approve March 19, 2026 meeting minutes – motion carried unanimously
• Approve issuance of recall petition application for Councilor Rick Baird – vote 3‑0
• Approve issuance of recall petition application for Councilor Phyllis Drummond – vote 3‑0
• Approve issuance of recall petition application for Mayor Kizzi Knight – vote 3‑0
• Reject provisional ballot of Anthony Battle – motion carried unanimously
• Accept provisional ballots of Robin Williams and Susan McNamara – motions carried unanimously
• Approve pre‑certification of the May 19 2026 General Primary & Non‑Partisan Election – motion carried unanimously

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, including a public hearing and first reading of amendments to Chapter 14 (Animals). Other notable items include a proposed intergovernmental GIS services agreement with Kingsland, a CPI rate increase for curbside collection by Meridian Waste, and possible direction to staff to draft an ordinance banning data centers in unincorporated areas. The Solid Waste Authority will also discuss landfill cost analyses and tipping fee options.

• Public hearing and first reading of amendments to Chapter 14 – Animals
• Intergovernmental Services Agreement for GIS services with the City of Kingsland
• Consumer Price Index rate increase for Meridian Waste Services curbside collection, effective July 1, 2026
• Intergovernmental Support Agreement with Commanding Officer, Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay for facilities maintenance
• Possible action directing staff to start drafting an ordinance that bans data centers in unincorporated Camden County

Board of County Commissioners

This is a work session agenda with only one item: a discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the board will hear and discuss budget proposals.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a preliminary discussion only.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will vote to charge Brantley County the in‑county solid waste rate of $18.21 per ton instead of the out‑of‑county rate of $25.04 per ton. The board will also consider a Georgia Power easement request, a purchase of ten Harris XL200P dual‑band portable radios, and contract awards for parking lot and athletic field lighting at Kings Bay Naval Base. Additional items include accepting the deed for the Old Woodbine School at 201 Camden Avenue, adopting a temporary moratorium on data‑center applications, and reviewing a possible retraction of a legal notice about a millage rate.

• Approve charging Brantley County $18.21 per ton for solid waste (instead of $25.04).
• Approve purchase of ten Harris XL200P dual‑band portable radios for emergency communications.
• Approve contract for parking lot lighting replacement on Kings Bay Naval Base.
• Accept deed for Old Woodbine School, 201 Camden Avenue, to the Board of Education.
• Adopt temporary moratorium on data‑center applications in Camden County.

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will consider two special exception variance requests. One seeks to allow a subdivision on a parcel with unpaved road frontage, and the other requests reduced setbacks for a mobile home.

• Zoning Variance VAR-26-0006: Subdivision on unpaved road frontage on Burnt Fort Rd
• Zoning Variance VAR-26-0005: Reduced setbacks for mobile home at 6149 Burnt Fort RD
• Approval of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes
• Agenda adoption and roll call

The Planning Commission unanimously approved variance VAR-26-0006 to subdivide a parcel on Burnt Fort Road in the Agricultural Residential zone. The request to reduce side and front yard setbacks (VAR-26-0005) for 6149 Burnt Fort Rd was tabled until the May 27, 2026 meeting. Both actions were recorded as motions and votes in the April 29, 2026 minutes.

• Approved subdivision variance VAR-26-0006 (unanimous)
• Tabled setback reduction variance VAR-26-0005 until May 27, 2026 (motion by King, seconded by Morris)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code. The discussion focuses on establishing regulations, performance criteria, and application requirements for data centers.

• Proposed ordinance to establish regulations governing data centers

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on amendments to the Fire Rescue Fire Prevention and Services ordinance. The board will also consider a settlement with six remnant defendants from a national opioid settlement.

• Adoption of amendments to Code of Ordinances, Chapter 27 - Fire Rescue Fire Prevention and Services
• Approval of Six Remnant Defendants’ Settlement from the national opioid settlement
• Task order for Atlantic Coast Consulting for environmental monitoring at SR 110 C/D/I, SR 110 MSW, and Vacuna Road landfills
• Proposed amendments to Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 - Animals
• Proclamation for National Correction Officers and Employees Week (May 6–12, 2026)

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution that temporarily halts the acceptance, review, and approval of data center applications. The meeting also includes public hearings on two rezoning requests for parcels on US Hwy 17 and a special‑use request on Griffin Bluff Rd. Several grant awards and a purchase of variable message signs are also slated for approval.

• Resolution establishing a temporary moratorium on data center applications (Item 15)
• Rezoning of ~0.75 acres at 13244 US Hwy 17 from Agricultural Forestry to Residential Single‑Family (Item 1)
• Rezoning of ~0.46 acres at US Hwy 17 from Agricultural Forestry to Residential Single‑Family (Item 2)
• Special‑use approval to build a second principal residence on Griffin Bluff Rd (Item 3)
• Grant award from Georgia Emergency Management Agency to purchase license plate readers (Item 9)

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will adopt the special‑called agenda, review the Code of Conduct and public participation rules, and hold an executive session on information‑technology matters exempt under O.C.G.A. § 50‑14‑3(b)(4). The meeting includes two public comment periods, opening ceremonies, and standard procedural items.

• Adoption of the Special Called Agenda
• Review and enforcement of the Code of Conduct for Commissioners and audience members
• Discussion of Rules Governing Public Participation, including speaker request forms
• Executive Session to discuss information‑technology items exempt from public disclosure
• Two public comment periods and additional public comments

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will consider three zoning map amendments and one variance to rezone agricultural land to residential use and adjust setbacks. The agenda also includes the approval of the February 25, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Zoning Map Amendment RZN-26-0002: Request to rezone 0.75 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Residential Single-Family (R-1) at 13244 US Hwy 17, Woodbine.
• Zoning Map Amendment RZN-26-0003: Request to rezone 0.46 acres from Agricultural Forestry to Residential Single-Family (R-1) at US Hwy 17, Woodbine.
• Special Use SPU-26-0001: Request for approval to construct a second principal residence in a Single-Family Residential (R-1) zone on Griffin Bluff Rd.
• Special Exception Variance VAR-26-0002: Request to reduce side yard setback to 15' in the Agricultural Forestry (A-F) zone at 11441 Burnt Fort Rd, White Oak.
• Approval of Minutes: February 25, 2026, regular meeting minutes.

The Camden County Planning Commission unanimously approved two zoning map amendments that rezone small parcels from Agricultural Forestry to Residential Single-Family and change their future land use designations. The commission also approved a special‑use request for a second principal residence on Griffin Bluff Road and a special‑exception variance reducing a side‑yard setback to 15 feet on Burnt Fort Road. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of 0.75 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Residential Single-Family (R-1) and FLU change from Commercial to Residential at 13244 US Hwy 17, Woodbine (unanimously)
• Approved rezoning of 0.46 acres from Agricultural Forestry (A-F) to Residential Single-Family (R-1) and FLU change from Rural-Residential to Residential at US Hwy 17, Woodbine (unanimously)
• Approved special‑use permit for a second principal residence in Single‑Family Residential (R-1) zone on Griffin Bluff Rd, District 5 (unanimously)
• Approved special‑exception variance reducing side‑yard setback to 15' in Agricultural Forestry (A-F) zone at 11441 Burnt Fort Rd, White Oak (unanimously)

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will adopt the agenda, approve the February meeting minutes, and vote on two key items: the new boundary lines for the East Kingsland precinct and the May General Primary schedule for advance in‑person voting. The board will also hear a presentation on the TextMyGov program and receive the February financial report and elections supervisor update.

• Approval of new boundary lines for East Kingsland Precinct (vote)
• Approval of May General Primary schedule for advance in‑person voting (vote)
• TextMyGov program presentation – discussion of cost and three‑year commitment
• Financial Report: February month‑end report
• Upcoming poll worker training in Woodbine, April 1‑7, 2026

The Board of Elections & Registration adopted its agenda and approved the February 19, 2026 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It then unanimously approved the May General Primary advance‑in‑person voting schedule as presented. The meeting was adjourned at 4:22 p.m. after a unanimous motion.

• Adopt agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approve February 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approve May 2026 advance‑in‑person voting schedule (unanimous)
• Adjourn regular meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the 2026 Capital Improvement Element and discuss landfill costs and tipping fees. The meeting will also include a public hearing on zoning changes.

• Adoption of 2026 Capital Improvement Element (CIE)
• Discussion on Sweetwater Park
• Consideration of MSW and C&D Landfill costs and tipping fees
• Public hearing on rezoning 2.1 acres to R-1 at 334 Dover Bluff Rd.
• Public hearing on rezoning 0.86 acres to R-1 at 99 Williams Pl.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments on three rezoning requests in District 1. It will adopt the 2026 Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and approve the purchase and installation of a security fence at the Camden County Courthouse. The Board will also consider a letter of intent to purchase two Braun Chief XL F550 fire‑engine chassis and several appointments and a professional services agreement for employee benefits.

• Rezoning 2.104 acres at 334 Dover Bluff Rd. (Tax Map 111C 013) from Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) to Residential Single‑Family (R‑1)
• Rezoning 0.86 acres at 99 Williams Pl. (Tax Map 111C 011) from Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) to Residential Single‑Family (R‑1) with Future Land Use FLU2026‑01 change from Commercial to Residential
• Rezoning 0.86 acres on Williams Pl. (Tax Map 111C 012) from Agricultural Forestry (A‑F) to Residential Single‑Family (R‑1) with Future Land Use FLU2026‑02 change from Commercial to Residential
• Adoption of the Camden County Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026
• Purchase and installation of a security fence at the Camden County Courthouse

Planning Commission

The Camden County Planning Commission will consider four zoning map amendments to rezone approximately 4 acres of Agricultural Forestry land to Residential Single-Family zones in Waverly and Kingsland. The body will also discuss a proposed amendment to the Fire Rescue chapter of the county code.

• Rezone 0.86 acres at 99 Williams Pl. to Residential Single-Family (R-1)
• Rezone 2.1 acres at 334 Dover Bluff Rd. to Residential Single-Family (R-1)
• Rezone 0.86 acres on Williams Pl. to Residential Single-Family (R-1)
• Request variance for shipping container at 1160 Bristol Hammock Cir.
• Proposed amendment to Fire Rescue chapter of county code

The commission adopted the agenda and approved the January 28, 2026 meeting minutes. It unanimously approved three zoning map amendments that rezone agricultural forestry land to single‑family residential zones in District 1. The commission also recommended approval of an update to Chapter 27 of the fire‑rescue code. The meeting was adjourned at 6:13 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 28, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment RZN‑25‑001 6 (0.86 acre) to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment RZN‑25‑001 7 (2.104 acre) to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment RZN‑26‑0001 (0.86 acre) to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Code of Ordinance Amendment Chapter 27 Fire Rescue (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:13 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Elections & Registration

The Camden County Board of Elections & Registration will consider several items, including a vote to approve new boundary lines for the East Kingsland precinct. The board will also hear an attorney opinion on voter registration and residency, adopt the agenda, approve the January 15 minutes, and address leadership changes after the Chair’s resignation. The meeting includes routine reports such as the financial report and upcoming election dates.

• Vote to approve new boundary lines for East Kingsland precinct
• Attorney opinion on voter registration and residency
• Adoption of agenda and approval of January 15 minutes
• Resignation of Chair Robin Mainor‑Knight; Julia McCollough becomes Chair, Ray Hollen becomes Vice‑Chair
• Financial report for January and updates on upcoming election dates

The Board of Elections & Registration approved the new boundary lines for East Kingsland Precinct with a unanimous vote. The agenda and the January 15, 2026 meeting minutes were also approved unanimously. No decisions were made on the TextMyGov presentation or other items. The meeting was adjourned at 5:10 p.m.

• Adopt agenda with TextMyGov presentation amendment (unanimous)
• Approve January 15, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approve new East Kingsland Precinct boundary lines (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will consider several actions, including approving the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) IX Amended Agreement and adopting the 2026 Legislative Agenda. The meeting also includes appointments to the County Board of Health and the St. Marys River Management Committee, approval of a surplus item list, and discussion of an Adopt‑A‑Park program, an airport referendum, and a professional search for the County Administrator.

• Approval of the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) IX Amended Agreement
• Adoption of the 2026 Legislative Agenda
• Consideration of appointment to the Camden County Board of Health
• Consideration of appointment to the St. Marys River Management Committee
• Approval of Surplus Item List

Board of Assessors

The Camden County Board of Assessors will consider a denial of a conservation request for Parcel 037-006 and discuss several new business items, including a disabled veteran homestead retro application, vehicle tax appeals, and new and renewal conservation applications. An ACO report will also be presented. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda and approval of prior minutes.

• Conservation denial on Parcel 037-006
• Disabled Veteran Homestead – Retro application
• Vehicle tax appeals
• Conservation applications – new, renewals, continuation
• ACO report

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2026 Capital Improvement Element draft of the Comprehensive Plan. It will also consider a Unified Development Code amendment adding boat and RV storage to mini‑warehouses, a special use request for a telecommunications tower on Clarks Bluff Road, several rezoning applications, and the remounting of an AEV Type 1 ambulance onto a 2026 Ford F550 chassis.

• Adoption of the 2026 Capital Improvement Element (CIE) Draft of the Comprehensive Plan by resolution
• Proposed amendment to Unified Development Code Section 228 to add boat & RV storage to mini‑warehouses and allow Commercial General Use with special approval
• Special use approval request for a telecommunications tower on District 5, Clarks Bluff Road (Tax Map 070 058) by Varn Incorporated, applicant Joel Rousseau
• Rezoning of 0.94 acres at 173 Rendezvous Way, Waverly (Tax Map 110A 006) from Agricultural Forestry to Residential Single‑Family
• Consideration of remounting the AEV Type 1 ambulance onto a 2026 Ford F550 gas chassis

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold strategic planning sessions on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 and Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. A quorum of elected officials will be present. The sessions will take place at the Camden County Resiliency Operations Center, 135 Gross Road, Kingsland, GA 31548.

• Quorum notice for strategic planning sessions on Jan. 29‑30, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold Strategic Planning Sessions on Thursday, January 29, 2026, and Friday, January 30, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The sessions will take place at the Camden County Resiliency Operations Center, 135 Gross Road, Kingsland, GA 31548. A quorum of elected officials will be present for the full two-day period.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several zoning map amendments, special use requests, and variances. The body is also considering an amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding boat and RV storage.

• SPU-25-0004: Request for a 265-foot telecommunications tower on Clarks Bluff Road
• SPU-25-0005: Request for a manufactured home in R-1 zoning on US Hwy 17
• RZN-25-0018: Request to rezone 54 acres from Agricultural Residential to Agricultural Forestry on Maple Ford Rd.
• VAR-25-0009 & VAR-25-0010: Requests to subdivide parcels with unpaved road frontage on Maple Ford Rd.
• Proposed Unified Development Code amendment to add Boat & Recreational Vehicle (RV) Storage Use

The commission elected Commissioner DePew as chairman and adopted the meeting agenda. It approved a special‑use request for a telecommunications tower and several zoning changes, including rezoning of agricultural land to residential and vice‑versa. The body also approved a variance for subdividing parcels and added a Boat & RV storage use to the Unified Development Code.

• Elected Commissioner DePew chairman (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use request for telecommunications tower on Clarks Bluff Rd (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 1.49 acres A‑F to R‑1 on Leigh Ln, Woodbine (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 0.94 acres A‑F to R‑1 at 173 Rendezvous Way, Waverly (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 54 acres A‑R to A‑F on Maple Ford Rd, Waverly (4‑1)
• Approved variance VAR‑25‑0009 for subdivision on Maple Ford Rd, Waverly (4‑1)
• Approved Unified Development Code amendment adding Boat & RV storage use (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a work‑session discussion on the Vision 2046 long‑range planning initiative for the County Solid Waste Authority. No formal action is requested; the session is intended to gather commission input on planning objectives, priorities, and overall direction. The discussion will cover landfill capacity, recent construction funded by a $3 M GEFA loan, and current resident solid‑waste fees.

• Discussion of Vision 2046 20‑year solid‑waste planning effort (discussion only)
• Current resident solid‑waste fee – $75 per quarter ($25 per month) effective July 2023
• Stage 5 final construction of MSW landfill funded with a $3 M GEFA loan
• SR110 MSW landfill capacity 423,000 cubic yards, estimated remaining life 4 years
• SR110 C&D landfill capacity 28.1 million cubic yards, estimated life >100 years

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will vote on several items, including setting 2026 qualifying fees, approving grant awards, and adopting budget amendments for fiscal year 2026. The meeting also includes approvals for purchases of weather stations, mowers, a UTV package, and a Chevrolet work truck, as well as a clinical agreement for EMS and a road list submission to GDOT.

• Adoption of a resolution to set 2026 qualifying fees
• Approval of grant awards for the ACCG Georgia County Internship Program and the FM Fire Service Grant
• Approval of budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2026
• Approval to purchase four Badboy Renegade 61" Zero Turn Mower packages
• Approval to purchase a Kubota UTV package and a 2026 Chevrolet work truck for Public Works

Board of Elections & Registration

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026. The body will also consider the re-appointment and contract reaffirmation of the County Administrator and County Attorney.

• Election of Board Chair
• Election of Board Vice-Chair
• Re-appointment and contract reaffirmation of the County Administrator
• Re-appointment and contract reaffirmation of the County Attorney
• Appointment to the Camden County Public Service Authority

Board of County Commissioners

The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on two alcohol license requests—one for Bluff Life at Hucks in Woodbine and another for Snappy Beverages in Kingsland. The board will also appoint members to the St. Marys River Management Committee and reappoint Craig Root to the Coastal Area District Development Authority. Additional agenda items include calendar reports for January‑February 2025 and comments from the County Administrator.

• Alcohol license request for Hilary Johnson & Paul Huffstickler – Bluff Life at Hucks, 1979 Harriett’s Bluff Rd., Woodbine (District 2, Tax Map 093 016C)
• Alcohol license request for Hardika Patel & Fulbai, Inc dba Snappy Beverages, 5480 US Hwy 17 N, Unit 1, Kingsland (District 1, Tax Map 082D02 005)
• Appointment(s) to the St. Marys River Management Committee
• Reappointment of Craig Root to the Coastal Area District Development Authority (CADDA)
• Reports: Calendar for January‑February 2025 and County Administrator comments