Kingsland public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will vote on several service agreements, including water infrastructure updates and a wastewater treatment plant disinfection demonstration. The body will also consider appointments to the Planning Commission and the Camden County Public Service Authority Board.

• Workers compensation coverage proposal from Gowen Aldridge Insurance Agency for $362,046
• Sewer bypass pump bid award to United Rentals for $53,000
• Resolution 17 to amend the Tax Allocation District #2 – Camden Woods Development Agreement
• Service agreement for Risk and Resilience Assessment (RRA) and Emergency Response Plan (ERP) updates
• Alcohol license renewal for Culinary Highest Instituion, LLC at 980 E. King Avenue, Suite C

Downtown Development Authority

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve financials and minutes, discuss the 80 Acre Project, and review updates for Veterans Park, downtown design guidelines, and local events.

• Veterans Park improvements and Veterans Day Parade
• Downtown design guidelines and business updates
• Catfish Festival and Christmas event updates
• 80 Acre Project
• Approval of financials and previous meeting minutes

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider several public hearings for alcohol licenses, multiple planning and zoning proposals, a FY 2024‑25 budget revision, and a bid award to purchase a Tymco 600 Regenerative Air Street Sweeper for $318,400. The council will also approve a $7,500 contract for services with Camden Community Crisis Center, Inc. and an annexation and zoning change for two parcels totaling about 4.10 acres.

• Bid award: purchase of a Tymco 600 Regenerative Air Street Sweeper for $318,400 (Adams Equipment).
• Public hearing: alcohol license for Publix Supermarket #1865 at 1521 East King Avenue.
• Public hearing: alcohol license for Axes & 8ights, LLC at 258 Haddock Road.
• Annexation and zoning designation of parcels 108 052A and 108 002I (≈4.10 acres) for water/sewer access and C‑2 commercial zoning.
• Contract services with Camden Community Crisis Center, Inc. for $7,500 for one‑year shelter services.

The Kingsland City Council unanimously approved a series of items, including home occupation permits, annexation and rezoning of several parcels, the FY 2024-25 budget revision, and alcohol licenses for Publix and Axes & 8ights. They also approved a Georgia Power easement for the police headquarters, a $7,500 contract with the Camden Community Crisis Center, and awarded a $318,400 street sweeper purchase to Adams Equipment.

• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 111 Azalea Court (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation and C-2 zoning for parcels 108 052A and 108 002I (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024-25 Year-End Budget Revisions (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Publix Supermarket #1865 (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Axes & 8ights, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Georgia Power easement for Police Headquarters (unanimous)
• Awarded $318,400 purchase of Tymco 600 Regenerative Air Street Sweeper to Adams Equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 contract with Camden Community Crisis Center (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

At the December 1 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on several land‑use requests, including annexation of 4.10 acres, a rear‑yard setback variance, and rezoning of industrial and commercial parcels. The board will also consider three home‑occupation permit applications, an easement agreement, and a major rezoning and planned‑development approval for a 314‑acre parcel to build 600 single‑family homes. Staff recommends approval for all items.

• Rezoning & PD Approval – Parcel 095 027 (314 acres) to PD/R-1 for 600 single‑family homes, staff recommends approval
• Annexation and Zoning Designation – Parcels 108 052A and 108 002I (4.10 acres) to C‑2 General Commercial, staff recommends approval
• Variance – Parcel K24 09 004B (E. Thrift Ave.) for 6‑foot rear‑yard setback reduction, staff recommends approval
• Rezone – Parcel 056 001K (60.08 acres) to I‑G General Industrial for JDA Commerce Park, staff recommends approval
• Home Occupation Permit – 111 Azalea Ct (Parcel 107G 008) for cleaning service "Magically Spotless, LLC", staff recommends approval

The Planning & Zoning Board approved three home‑occupation permits, an easement agreement, and the annexation of two parcels with a C‑2 commercial designation. It also approved rezoning of a 60.08‑acre parcel to industrial, rezoning of a commercial parcel with a condition, and a planned‑development rezoning for a 600‑home project. The only item not approved was a rear‑yard setback variance, which was tabled indefinitely. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 111 Azalea Ct (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 201 Winding Rd Unit 2112 (unanimous)
• Approved Easement Agreement for Settler's Hammock Phase 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation and C‑2 zoning for parcels 108 052A and 108 002I (unanimous)
• Tabled variance request for Parcel K24 09 004B (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Parcel 056 001K to I‑G industrial (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Parcel K11 01 009 to C‑2 commercial with removal condition (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and PD for Parcel 095 027 to PD/R‑1 for 600 homes (unanimous)

City Council

The council will consider several approvals, including a new sign ordinance, a $758.50 culvert change order, a $9,982.55 sewer pump change order, a Title VI non‑discrimination policy, and a construction‑management task order for the Camden Woods Parkway project with a reduced fee of about 2.40% of the contract. Staff recommends approval of each item. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes, agenda approval, and a proclamation supporting the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign.

• Ordinance 2025-17 to adopt and replace the current sign ordinance
• Lakeview Drive Culvert Replacement Change Order #1 – $758.50
• ESG Engineering Task Order #1A for Camden Woods Parkway construction – fee reduced to approximately 2.40% of the total construction contract
• Title VI Non‑Discrimination Policy required for GDOT LAP certification
• Replacement of Sewer Pumps Change Order #1 at Lake Wellsely Lift Station – $9,982.55

The council approved the minutes, agenda, and accounts payable for the meeting, all by unanimous vote. It also adopted a new sign ordinance, approved several change orders and a construction‑management task order, and adopted a Title VI non‑discrimination policy, each passing unanimously.

• Approved the previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved payments of accounts payable as due (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-17 to replace the sign ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Lakeview Drive Culvert Replacement Change Order #1 for $758.50 (unanimous)
• Approved ESG Engineering Task Order #1A for Camden Woods Parkway construction management (unanimous)
• Approved the Title VI Non‑Discrimination Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Replacement of Sewer Pumps Change Order #1 for $9,982.55 (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings to consider temporary alcohol licenses for Alex Wong (Outerbanks Seafood and Steaks) at the Catfish Festival and for Amanda Sandlin (Texas Roadhouse) at 1508 Boone Street. They will consider several planning items, including acceptance of infrastructure at Fiddler's Cove Phase 5 and multiple home‑occupation permit applications. The council will vote on ordinances and contracts, such as adopting P3 guidelines, a backflow prevention ordinance, a $30,730 software upgrade with Tyler Technologies, and the purchase of two utility trucks priced at $61,301.50 and $75,346.00.

• Approval of purchase of a 2025 RAM 2500 utility truck for $61,301.50 from Jacksonville CDJR
• Approval of purchase of a 2025 Ford F‑250 utility truck for $75,346.00 from Murray Ford of Kingsland
• Adoption of Ordinance 2025‑18 to adopt the Public‑Private Partnership (P3) Guidelines
• Amendment to Tyler Technologies contract for Enterprise Fire Field Mobile upgrade, Year 1 cost $30,730
• Public hearing on temporary alcohol license for Alex Wong at the Kingsland Catfish Festival (Nov 21‑22, 2025)

The council unanimously approved the Public‑Private Partnership (P3) Guidelines, several home‑occupation permits, and a series of ordinances covering ground‑banner signs, backflow prevention, and employee health‑insurance contributions. It also approved a contract amendment with Tyler Technologies, the purchase of two utility trucks, and temporary alcohol licenses for the upcoming Catfish Festival at Outerbanks Seafood and Texas Roadhouse. All items passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved Public‑Private Partnership Guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Tyler Technologies contract for fire field mobile upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved zoning amendment for ground banner signs (unanimous)
• Approved temporary alcohol license for Alex Wong at Catfish Festival (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Texas Roadhouse at 1508 Boone Street (unanimous)
• Approved Backflow Prevention Ordinance and resolution (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two utility body trucks (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 city contribution toward employee group insurance (unanimous)

Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors

The board will consider the contract for real‑estate services to sell publicly owned properties. It will also nominate and elect officers for the 2025‑2026 term, review the GIRMA Certificate of Coverage and Georgia DCA Authority registration, and receive annual audit information. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and other business.

• Real Estate Services for the Sale of Publicly Owned Properties
• Nomination and Election of the 2025/2026 Slate of Officers
• GIRMA Certificate of Coverage & Georgia DCA Authority Registration
• Annual Audit Information

The board approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a request for the real‑estate broker to conduct a comparable market study on three properties and release the documentation. The board elected Otto Letzelter as Vice‑Chair, re‑elected CB Yadav as Chair, and re‑elected Sanjay Patel as Treasurer/Secretary for the 2025‑2026 term, all unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 9:39 AM.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Requested broker conduct comparable market study and release documentation (unanimous)
• Elected Otto Letzelter as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Re‑elected CB Yadav as Chair (unanimous)
• Re‑elected Sanjay Patel as Treasurer/Secretary (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:39 AM (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Kingsland Planning & Zoning Board will consider accepting infrastructure for Fiddler's Cove Phase 5 and reviewing several home occupation permit applications. The agenda includes a public hearing and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Accept infrastructure for Fiddler's Cove Phase 5
• Approve Home Occupation Permit for Magically Spotless, LLC
• Approve Home Occupation Permit for McClains Lawncare
• Approve Home Occupation Permit for Southern Grace Beads and Treats, LLC
• Approve Home Occupation Permit for Godspeed Motors Detailing, LLC

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the minutes from the October 2025 meeting. It denied two home‑occupation applications and approved six others, including a conditional approval for a jewelry business. The board also approved the city’s acceptance of infrastructure in Fiddler’s Cove Phase 5.

• Approved October 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Home Occupation at 111 Azalea Ct. (unanimous)
• Denied Home Occupation at 305 Royal Pines Way (unanimous)
• Approved infrastructure acceptance for Fiddler's Cove Phase 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation at 107 Ashton Ln. – Southern Grace Beads (unanimous, with caveat)
• Approved Home Occupation at 120 Lake Ashley Dr. – Godspeed Motors Detailing (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation at 214 Lake Wisteria Dr. – Cal's Sweets (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation at 109 Castle Ct. – L & M Janitorial Service (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on the 2025 tax millage rate and a new sign ordinance. The body is also reviewing several bid awards for infrastructure, park redevelopment, and police headquarters construction.

• Bid award for Laurel Island Parkway Roundabout design and engineering to Moffatt & Nichol for $347,527
• Resolution 2025-14 to adopt the 2025 tax millage rate at 5.467 mills
• Approval of Georgia Gateway 2025 CID millage rate set at 10 mills
• Ordinance to replace the current sign ordinance in its entirety
• Bid award for Police Headquarters construction materials testing to Whitaker Lab & Engineering for $22,835.00

The council unanimously approved the 2025 property tax millage rate of 5.467 mills and the Georgia Gateway CID millage rate of 10 mills. It also approved the design‑engineering contract for the Laurel Island Parkway roundabout and several bid awards for park redevelopment, police‑headquarters testing, and other services. The revised sign ordinance was postponed to the November 10 meeting.

• Postponed revised sign ordinance to Nov 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Laurel Island Parkway Roundabout design‑engineering contract to Moffatt & Nichol for $347,527 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 tax millage rate of 5.467 mills (unanimous)
• Adopted Georgia Gateway CID millage rate of 10 mills (unanimous)
• Awarded Lions Park redevelopment architectural/engineering services to Coleman Company (unanimous)
• Awarded police‑headquarters material testing to Whitaker Lab & Engineering for $22,835.00 (unanimous)
• Approved council minutes, agenda, and accounts payable payments (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will approve its financial statements and the minutes from the previous meeting. It will discuss Veterans Park improvements, design guidelines for defining downtown, and upcoming events such as the Catfish Festival and a Christmas event. Committee appointments will be considered, and the board will formally cancel the November 2025 meeting.

• Approval of Financials
• Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
• Veterans Park improvements
• Define Downtown design guidelines
• Cancellation of November 2025 Board Meeting

The Downtown Development Authority unanimously approved the August financials, the September minutes, and an agenda amendment. It authorized up to $3,000 for a Veterans Park memorial pond and cancelled the November 2025 board meeting. Beginning Jan. 1 2026, Executive Director duties will be handled by the Camden County Chamber of Commerce. Several committees were appointed to engage the community.

• Approved agenda amendment to add New Business F: Changes in staff (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved up to $3,000 for Veterans Park memorial pond (unanimous)
• Cancelled November 2025 board meeting (unanimous)
• Assigned Executive Director duties to Camden County Chamber of Commerce effective Jan. 1 2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed members to Community Engagement, Veterans Memorial Park, Design, Events & Festival, and Defining Downtown committees (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:10 PM (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on granting an alcohol license to Karv Bistro LLC. Council members will also consider several contract approvals, bid awards, and a zoning ordinance amendment. Additional items include a partnership agreement with the Camden County Chamber of Commerce and a change to the senior citizen homestead exemption age requirement.

• Approval of alcohol license for John Kormalos, Karv Bistro LLC (beer and wine sales) at 102 Marsh Harbour Drive
• Agreement with Camden County Chamber of Commerce for business and economic development services
• Resolution to lower senior citizen homestead exemption minimum age from 65 to 62
• Bid award for purchase of 580 curbside collection carts for $34,918.38 from Toter, LLC
• Contract with GDOT for Old Still Road sewer adjustment, total estimate $670,310.00 (city share $535,722.50)

The council unanimously approved a $670,310 contract for sewer adjustments on Old Still Road, with GDOT providing $134,587.50 in utility aid. It also approved an alcohol license for Karv Bistro, reduced the senior homestead exemption age to 62, and adopted a zoning amendment limiting ground‑banner signs. Additional unanimous approvals included disaster debris removal services, curbside trash carts, a parcel conveyance, a digital evidence platform, and a change order for Al Gay Road paving.

• Approved $670,310 Old Still Road sewer adjustment contract (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for John Kormalos, Karv Bistro LLC (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to start process lowering senior homestead exemption age to 62 (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for disaster debris removal services (unanimous)
• Awarded purchase of 580 curbside trash carts for $34,918.38 to Toter, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved purchase and sale conveyance of ~2 acres from Raydient, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Leads Online Upgrade "Blackhawk" digital evidence module (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-16 limiting ground‑banner signs in C‑2 and C‑4 districts (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to provide updates and plan for the Catfish Festival. No other formal decisions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Catfish Festival planning and update

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority will meet on Oct. 8, 2025. The board will approve minutes from August 2025, review a financial summary, and consider new business items including the FY 25/26 budget and an intergovernmental agreement. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval and miscellaneous announcements.

• Agenda amendments and agenda approval
• Approval of minutes from August 2025
• Financial summary report
• Consideration of FY 25/26 budget
• Discussion of IGA (intergovernmental agreement)

The board approved an amended agenda adding New Business b) IGA. The minutes from the August 2025 meeting were approved. The finalized FY 25/26 budget was accepted as presented. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:33 AM.

• Approved agenda amendment adding New Business b) IGA (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 25/26 budget as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:33 AM (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will consider a request to rezone Parcel 107P 006A from PD/C‑2 to R‑7 for a proposed 70‑unit townhome community. The board will also review three home‑occupation permit applications and a final plat for 18 single‑family lots in the Laurel Preserve Phase 1A. Additionally, a request to accept a 50‑foot right‑of‑way for Settlers Hammock Phase 4 will be considered.

• Re‑zoning of Parcel 107P 006A (5.81 acres) to R‑7 for 70 townhomes
• Home Occupation Permit for Magically Spotless, LLC at 111 Azalea Ct.
• Final Plat for Laurel Preserve Phase 1A – 18 single‑family lots on 4.5 acres
• Right‑of‑way acceptance for Settlers Hammock Phase 4 along Daniel Trent Way and Pioneer Way

The Kingsland Planning & Zoning Board approved the final plat for Laurel Preserve Phase 1A, creating 18 single‑family lots. It also approved a 50‑foot right‑of‑way for Settlers Hammock Phase 4 and several home‑occupation permits, while tabling two other home‑occupation applications. The September 2025 meeting minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (4‑2)
• Tabled Home Occupation permit for 111 Azalea Ct. (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation permit for 113 Oleander Dr. (unanimous)
• Tabled Home Occupation permit for 305 Royal Pines Way (unanimous)
• Approved Laurel Preserve Phase 1A final plat for 18 single‑family lots (unanimous)
• Approved Settlers Hammock Phase 4 50‑ft ROW acceptance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the adoption of the FY 2025-26 Operating & Capital Budget. The body is also considering several construction contracts for infrastructure and public safety facilities.

• Resolution #2025-11: Adoption of FY 2025-26 Operating & Capital Budget
• Police Headquarters construction bid for B. James Construction: $4,747,000.00
• Lakes Boulevard East construction bid for J W Oliver Construction Company: $1,578,523.49
• Resolution #2025-12: Use of eminent domain for right-of-way at 1398 East Boone Street
• CIPP trenchless repairs for culvert pipes at South Grove Avenue and Charles Gilman Boulevard: $72,328

The council approved the City of Kingsland FY 2025‑26 Operating & Capital Budget. It also awarded contracts for road improvements, a new police headquarters, skylight repairs, trenchless culvert repairs, and a software upgrade. Additional actions included an eminent‑domain easement, a coastal incentive grant, and a Constitution Week proclamation.

• Approved FY 2025‑26 Operating & Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Awarded Lakes Boulevard East construction contract to J W Oliver Construction for $1,578,523.49 (unanimous)
• Awarded Police Headquarters construction contract to B. James Construction for $4,747,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved O.F. Edwards Commerce Building skylight repairs for $77,972.30 (unanimous)
• Awarded CIPP trenchless culvert repairs to Nu‑Pipe for $72,328 (unanimous)
• Authorized eminent domain for easement at 1398 East Boone Street (unanimous)
• Approved Cycle 28 Coastal Incentive Grant award of $57,500 (unanimous)
• Approved cloud‑based time & attendance software upgrade, $11,805.72 initial cost (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The board will approve its financial statements and the minutes from the prior meeting. Old business includes updates from the organization, business development, design, and promotions committees. New business focuses on adopting the FY 25/26 budget. The meeting will also schedule the next regular session.

• Approval of financial statements
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Updates from the Organization, Business Development, Design, and Promotions committees
• Consideration of the FY 25/26 budget

The Downtown Development Authority board approved several items by unanimous vote, including agenda amendments, the July 2025 financials, the August 2025 meeting minutes, and the FY 25/26 budget. The budget approval was the primary financial decision for the upcoming year. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 5:16 PM.

• Agenda amendments accepted (unanimous)
• July 2025 financials approved (unanimous)
• August 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• FY 25/26 budget accepted (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

General

The Kingsland City Council will set the 2025 millage rate. It will also consider and approve an intergovernmental agreement with Camden County and the Georgia Gateway Community Improvement District to use Tier 2 SPLOST funds for Phase I public infrastructure construction of the Georgia Florida Sports Park. The meeting also includes routine consent items such as approving prior minutes and the agenda.

• Set 2025 millage rate
• Approve intergovernmental agreement for Tier 2 SPLOST funds for Phase I public infrastructure of the Georgia Florida Sports Park (Camden County Board of Commissioners, City of Kingsland, Georgia Gateway CID)
• Approve minutes of the September 16, 2024 meeting
• Approve agenda as presented

The board unanimously set the Georgia Gateway CID millage rate for 2025 at 10 mil. It also unanimously approved an intergovernmental agreement with Camden County and the City of Kingsland to use Tier 2 SPLOST funds for Phase 1 public‑infrastructure construction of the Georgia Florida Sports Park. Earlier motions to approve the 2024 minutes and to amend the agenda were also carried.

• Approved 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Amended agenda to delete duplicate item C (motion carried)
• Set CID millage rate for 2025 at 10 mil (unanimous)
• Approved IGA for Tier 2 SPLOST use on Phase 1 sports‑park infrastructure (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2025-26 budget and an alcohol license appeal. The body will also consider several land development plats and a special use permit for a home-based business.

• Public hearing for FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget and property tax millage rate update
• Alcohol license appeal for Vikram Patel (Pramukh Swami 2016, LLC) at 500 West King Avenue
• Final plat for Lake Juniper Phase 6 (29 single family lots on 13.79 acres)
• Preliminary plat for K-Town Development (267 single family lots and 8 acres of commercial lots)
• Special Use Permit for a beauty salon at 108 Pennington Way

Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors

The Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors will meet on September 4, 2025 at 3:30 PM. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. The primary new‑business item is a discussion of real‑estate services for the sale of publicly owned properties.

• Approval of the agenda as presented
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Real Estate Services for the Sale of Publicly Owned Properties

The board unanimously approved adding a Tesla Renewal item to the agenda. The board then unanimously accepted the Tesla Renewal Agreement for the Kingsland Welcome Center. The board also unanimously selected Remax as the real‑estate firm to sell city‑owned properties, setting a six‑month deadline and a minimum fair‑market‑value bid. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Added "Tesla Renewal" to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Tesla Renewal Agreement for Welcome Center (unanimous)
• Accepted Remax as contracted real estate company to sell city properties, with 6‑month deadline and minimum fair market value (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will hold public hearings and review applications for several residential developments. Key items include a large-scale annexation request for 571 acres and a special use permit for a home-based business.

• Annexation and PD/R-1 zoning request for 571 acres on Harriett's Bluff Rd. for 750 single family homes
• Special Use Permit for a beauty salon at 108 Pennington Way
• Final plat for Lake Juniper Phase 6 (29 single family lots on 13.79 acres)
• Preliminary plat for K-Town Development (267 single family lots and 8 acres of commercial lots on Colerain Rd.)
• PD approval for Sheffield Island consisting of 750 single family lots

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved the final plat for Lake Juniper Phase 6 (29 single‑family lots) and the preliminary plat for K‑Town Development (267 single‑family lots with 8 acres of commercial space). It also approved a special‑use permit for Sherry Maxwell‑Hill to operate a beauty salon at 108 Pennington Way with a one‑customer limit. The board tabled the revised annexation request and zoning designation for parcels 119 002‑004E, as well as the planned development for Sheffield Island. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Final Plat – Lake Juniper Phase 6 (29 lots) (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat – K‑Town Development (267 lots, 8 acres commercial) (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Sherry Maxwell‑Hill beauty salon (unanimous)
• Tabled Revised Annexation Request & Zoning Designation for parcels 119 002‑004E (unanimous)
• Tabled Planned Development approval for Sheffield Island (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several bid awards for police vehicles, a refuse truck, and road construction. The meeting includes a public hearing for an alcohol license and a presentation of the FY 2025-2026 budget.

• Alcohol license application for ALDI, Inc. at 1390 Boone Street
• Bid for two police pickup trucks from Bennett CDJR for $97,200
• Bid for The Lawn driveways, sidewalks, and Lake Point Drive intersection from Swindell Construction Company for $523,595
• Bid for automated side load refuse truck from Sansom Equipment Company for $377,200
• Bid for five police pursuit vehicles from Stivers Ford South for $244,860

The Kingsland City Council unanimously approved an alcohol license for ALDI at 1390 Boone Street and a series of infrastructure and equipment contracts, including police vehicles, a refuse truck, and roadway improvements. They also adopted a notice of non‑acceptance for Fiddlers Reserve, accepted park property via a quit‑claim deed, and approved an intergovernmental agreement with St. Marys for a roundabout at Laurel Island Parkway and Winding Road. All items were passed with either unanimous votes or a 2‑0 vote with one abstention.

• Approved Alcohol License for ALDI at 1390 Boone Street (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 1/2‑ton pickup trucks for Police Dept, $97,200 (2‑0, 1 abstain)
• Approved construction of The Lawn Driveways, Sidewalks and Lake Point Drive Intersection, $523,595 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of automated side‑load refuse truck, $377,200 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of five Police Pursuit Vehicles, $244,860 (unanimous)
• Approved Notice of Non‑Acceptance for Fiddlers Reserve at Laurel Island Country Club (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑09 and quit‑claim deed accepting Lions Park and Little Catfish Creek Park (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with St. Marys for roundabout at Laurel Island Parkway and Winding Road (unanimous)

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority will approve the June 2025 minutes, review a financial summary report, and consider the FY 25/26 budget. The agenda also includes routine items such as agenda approval and setting the next meeting date for October 8, 2025.

• Approve minutes from June 2025
• Financial summary report
• New business: discussion of FY 25/26 budget
• Set next regular meeting for October 8, 2025

The board approved the agenda and the June 2025 minutes without amendment. The FY 25/26 proposed budget was accepted as presented. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 25/26 budget as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider several planning and zoning applications, including a home‑occupation permit for 225 Lake Forest South Drive and preliminary plats for Wright's Island, Wildcat Settlers and Canopy Grove. The council will vote on the low‑bid award for the Camden Woods Parkway project, totaling $11,121,964.47 for roadway, water and sewer work. Additional items include a civility pledge resolution, declaration of two Dodge Charger vehicles as surplus, a School Resource Officer agreement with Camden County Schools, a temporary municipal court solicitor contract, and a VMware vSphere Foundation software subscription purchase.

• Home Occupation Permit for 225 Lake Forest South Drive (Stephanie's Tasty Spoon, LLC)
• Preliminary Plat for Wright's Island – 567 single‑family lots on ~213 acres, PD/R‑2 zoning
• Bid Award: Camden Woods Parkway – total project cost $11,121,964.47 (roadway $5,408,370.82; water & sewer $5,713,593.65)
• Declaration of surplus property: 2014 Dodge Charger (Vehicle 2405) and 2016 Dodge Charger (Vehicle 2407)
• Approval of School Resource Officer agreement with Camden County Schools for FY 2025‑2026

The council unanimously approved the low‑bid award for the Camden Woods Parkway improvements totaling $11,121,964.47. It also adopted a civility pledge, declared two Dodge Charger vehicles surplus, and approved several public‑safety and technology contracts. Additional unanimous approvals included a home‑occupation permit, a gated‑community plat, and a temporary municipal court solicitor agreement.

• Approved Camden Woods Parkway bid (total $11,121,964.47) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-10 civility pledge (unanimous)
• Declared two Dodge Charger vehicles surplus and authorized disposal (unanimous)
• Approved School Resource Officer agreement with Camden County Schools (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Municipal Court Solicitor employment agreement (unanimous)
• Approved VMware vSphere Foundation 1‑year subscription $18,196.80 (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation permit for Stephanie's Tasty Spoon, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Canopy Grove gated community (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review financials and meeting minutes. The session includes a collaborative lunch and learn for board members, staff, and stakeholders. The body will discuss priorities and an action plan.

• Approval of financials
• Collaborative Lunch and Learn for Board, Staff and Stakeholders
• Discussion of Priorities and Action Plan

The Downtown Development Authority board accepted the agenda as presented. The June 2025 financials were approved. The July 2025 meeting minutes were approved. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Agenda accepted (unanimous)
• June 2025 financials approved (unanimous)
• July 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will review four applications: a home‑occupation permit for a bakery at 225 Lake Forest South Dr.; a preliminary plat for Wright's Island with 567 single‑family lots on 213 acres; a preliminary plat for Wildcat Settlers with 39 lots for 169 townhomes on 37 acres; and a preliminary plat for Canopy Grove with 29 single‑family lots on 15 acres. Staff recommends approval for each. The board will vote on these items at the August 4 meeting.

• Home Occupation Permit – 225 Lake Forest South Dr. – bakery business
• Preliminary Plat – Wright's Island – 567 single‑family lots on ~213 acres, PD/R-2 zoning
• Preliminary Plat – Wildcat Settlers – 39 lots for 169 townhomes on ~37 acres, PD/R-3 zoning
• Preliminary Plat – Canopy Grove – 29 single‑family lots on ~15 acres, R-1 zoning

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the minutes from the previous meeting by a 3‑2 vote. It unanimously approved a home occupation permit for Stephanie’s Tasty Spoon bakery. The board also unanimously approved preliminary plats for Wright’s Island (567 single‑family lots), Wildcat Settlers (39 lots with 169 townhomes), and Canopy Grove (29 single‑family lots). The meeting was adjourned at 6:07 PM.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (3‑2)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 225 Lake Forest South Dr (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat – Wright’s Island, 567 single‑family lots (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat – Wildcat Settlers, 39 lots/169 townhomes (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat – Canopy Grove, 29 single‑family lots (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider a bid award to purchase a used 2022 Chevrolet Colorado LT for the water meter technician’s vehicle, recommended at a total price of $25,981 to The Bennett Group. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the previous meeting minutes, the agenda, and accounts payable, as well as an employee recognition for Hannah Smith.

• Approve minutes of the last regular Council meeting
• Approve the agenda as presented
• Approve payments of accounts payable as due and funds available
• Employee recognition for Hannah Smith (Certified Professional Public Buyer)
• Bid award: purchase of used 2022 Chevrolet Colorado LT for $25,981 from The Bennett Group

The council unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes, the agenda, and pending payments. It voted 3‑1 (with one abstention) to award a $25,981 contract to The Bennett Group for a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado LT. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved payments of accounts payable (unanimous)
• Awarded $25,981 purchase of used 2022 Chevrolet Colorado LT to The Bennett Group (3-1, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will discuss new sponsorship packages for the upcoming Catfish Festival and review the annual sponsorship agreement. No other decisions are listed beyond routine agenda items.

• Catfish Festival Sponsorship Packages – discussion of sponsorship levels
• Annual Sponsorship – review of ongoing sponsorship arrangement

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will vote to approve its financial reports and the minutes from the previous meeting. Board members will review updates from several committees, including strategic planning, new downtown businesses, and downtown projects. New business includes welcoming a new board member and considering mid‑year revisions to the authority’s plans.

• Approval of Financials
• Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
• Strategic Plan update from the Organization Committee
• New Downtown Businesses report from the Business Development Committee
• Mid‑Year Revisions under New Business

The Downtown Development Authority board approved the May 2025 financial statements. The motion was made by Paul Chamberlin, seconded by Nicholas McCoy, and carried unanimously. The board also approved agenda amendments and the June 2025 meeting minutes, and adjourned the meeting at 5:16 p.m.

• Approved agenda amendments (6E Sponsorship, 7C Community Marketing, 7D The Lawn) – unanimous
• Approved May 2025 financials – unanimous
• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting at 5:16 p.m. – unanimous

City Council

The City Council will review several residential development plats and a request to annex 24.46 acres on Haddock Road for a 148-unit townhome project. The body will also consider alcohol licenses and a contract for road improvements. A proposal to freeze assessed values for homestead properties is on the agenda.

• Bid award of $628,574.12 to The Scruggs Company for Al Gay Road and Middle School Road improvements
• Annexation and zoning request for 24.46 acres at 545 Haddock Road for 148 townhomes
• MOU for clinical medical services with Camden County at an annual cost of $85,794.54
• Alcohol license applications for 500 West King Avenue and 1531 East King Avenue
• Final plats for Canopy Oaks Phase 1 (98 lots) and The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2B (16 lots)

The Kingsland City Council unanimously approved a $628,574 contract to improve Al Gay Road and Middle School Road. It also approved final plats for Canopy Oaks Phase 1 and The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2B, and a unanimous MOU for onsite clinical medical services. The council rejected the annexation and zoning request for parcel 108 005 and the alcohol license for Vikram Patel, while approving the alcohol license for Patrick Rodriguez and a resolution freezing homestead assessed values.

• Tabled Variance Request (item 4 New Business) – passed unanimously
• Approved Final Plat Canopy Oaks Phase 1 – passed unanimously
• Approved Final Plat The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2B – passed unanimously
• Annexation request & zoning designation for parcel 108 005 – failed 2‑3 vote
• Approved MOU for onsite clinical medical services – passed unanimously
• Approved Resolution freezing homestead assessed values – passed unanimously
• Approved Alcohol License for Patrick Rodriguez – passed unanimously
• Awarded $628,574.12 contract for Al Gay Road & Middle School Road improvements – passed unanimously

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will consider two final plats for residential projects. Staff recommends approval for both the Canopy Oaks Phase 1 and The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2B developments.

• Final Plat for Canopy Oaks Phase 1: 98 single family lots on approx. 38.41 acres
• Final Plat for The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2B: 16 single family lots on approx. 3.35 acres

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the minutes of the previous meeting. It then unanimously approved the final plat for Canopy Oaks Phase 1 (98 single‑family lots) and the final plat for The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2B (16 single‑family lots). The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat – Canopy Oaks Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat – The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2B (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors

The board will first approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It will then discuss and decide on engaging a real estate firm to handle the sale of publicly owned properties. No other matters are on the agenda.

• Approval of the agenda as presented
• Approval of the minutes from the previous meeting
• Consideration of real estate services for the sale of publicly owned properties

The board approved the meeting agenda and the March 2025 minutes without opposition. It voted to reject the SRG bid for real estate services and to solicit letters of intent from qualified brokerages. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Rejected SRG bid for real estate services (unanimous)
• Authorized request for letters of intent from qualified brokerages (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to review updates from its organization, business development, design, and promotions committees. The board will also hold a discussion regarding property.

• Strategic Plan update
• New downtown businesses report
• Downtown projects update
• Downtown promotions and events update
• Property discussion

The Downtown Development Authority board approved an amendment to add a property discussion item to the agenda, approved the April 2025 financial statements, and approved the May 2025 meeting minutes (with one abstention). The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Agenda amendment to add Property Discussion (6B) approved unanimously
• April 2025 financials approved unanimously
• May 2025 minutes approved with one abstention
• Adjournment motion carried unanimously

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority will hold its regular meeting on June 11, 2025. The board will approve the April 2025 meeting minutes, review a financial summary, consider mid‑year revisions, and elect new officers. The meeting will also set the date for the next regular meeting on August 13, 2025.

• Approve minutes from April 2025
• Financial summary report
• Mid‑Year revisions (old business)
• Election of officers (new business)
• Schedule next regular meeting for August 13, 2025

The board approved the agenda and the April 2025 meeting minutes without amendment. It accepted the FY 24/25 Mid-Year Revisions presented by staff. The current officers were confirmed for FY 25/26. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 24/25 Mid-Year Revisions (unanimous)
• Accepted officer slate for FY 25/26 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider approving alcohol licenses for three businesses, an intergovernmental agreement with Camden County for utility easements, and an ordinance regarding rights-of-way. The council will also vote on a bid for architectural design services for municipal buildings and the adoption of a Greenspace Protection Plan.

• Alcohol license for La Islita, LLC (1010 East King Avenue)
• Alcohol license for Culinary Highest Intuition, LLC (980 East King Avenue)
• Alcohol license for Queen Dees Court & Event Planning (505 South Lee Street)
• Bid award: Ellis, Ricket and Associates for $34,450
• Annexation of 1.91 acres at 889 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard

The council unanimously approved several permits, an annexation, a re‑zoning, three alcohol licenses, an intergovernmental water and wastewater easement agreement, and a rights‑of‑way ordinance. All votes were recorded as unanimous. The annexation approval includes a condition that the parcel be subdivided before any mobile homes are placed.

• Approved council minutes, agenda, and payments (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 105 East Lilly Street (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 200 Carrington Court (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 889 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd with R‑4 zoning, contingent on subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved re‑zoning of parcel 095 025 to PD/R‑1 for 160‑unit subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol licenses for three businesses (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Camden County for water/wastewater utility easement (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 2025‑07 Greenspace Protection Plan (motion to table passed)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on three land use requests: annexation and R‑4 zoning of a 1.91‑acre parcel at 889 M. L. K., Jr. Blvd.; rezoning of a 1.48‑acre parcel on Boone St. to R‑7 for a 12‑unit townhome project; and rezoning of a 75.5‑acre parcel on Scrubby Bluff Rd. to PD/R‑1 for a 160‑unit single‑family subdivision. The board will also review two Home Occupation Permit applications for an online book business and a handyman service. Staff recommendations for approval are noted in the agenda.

• Annexation and R‑4 zoning request for 1.91 acre parcel at 889 M. L. K., Jr. Blvd.
• Re‑zoning of 1.48 acre parcel (121 007K002) on Boone St. to R‑7 for 12 townhomes
• Re‑zoning of 75.5 acre parcel (095 025) on Scrubby Bluff Rd. to PD/R‑1 for 160 homes
• Home Occupation Permit for "Unleashing UR Potential, LLC" at 105 E. Lilly St.
• Home Occupation Permit for "Wheeler's All in One Handy Man Service" at 200 Carrington Ct.

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved the annexation and R‑4 zoning of the 1.91‑acre parcel at 889 M. L. K., Jr. Blvd. It also approved two Home Occupation permits for 105 E. Lilly St. and 200 Carrington Ct. The board deferred the R‑7 re‑zoning of parcel 121 007K002 until July 2025, and unanimously approved the re‑zoning of the 75‑acre parcel on Scrubby Bluff Rd. to PD/R‑1 for a 160‑unit subdivision.

• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 105 E. Lilly St. (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 200 Carrington Ct. (unanimous)
• Approved annexation and R‑4 zoning for 889 M. L. K., Jr. Blvd. parcel (unanimous)
• Deferred re‑zoning of parcel 121 007K002 to R‑7 (motion carried unanimously)
• Approved re‑zoning of parcel 095 025 to PD/R‑1 for 160‑unit subdivision (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority will approve its financial statements and the minutes from the previous meeting. It will hear updates from the Organization, Business Development, Design, and Promotions committees, including the strategic plan and new downtown business initiatives. No new business items are on the agenda.

• Approval of Financials
• Approval of Meeting Minutes
• Organization Committee – Strategic Plan update
• Business Development Committee – New Downtown Businesses update
• Design Committee – Downtown Projects update

The Downtown Development Authority board removed agenda item 6A and approved the March 2025 financials and April 2025 minutes, each unanimously. It approved a contract with Jenny Robbins for strategic planning and up to $1,000 for luncheon costs, scheduling the session for August 6, 2025. The board also decided to make the Catfish Festival a two‑day event on November 21‑22, 2025. All motions carried unanimously.

• Removed agenda item 6A: Welcome New Board Member (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Jenny Robbins for strategic planning and up to $1,000 luncheon costs (unanimous)
• Scheduled strategic planning session for August 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Catfish Festival as a 2‑day event on Nov 21‑22, 2025 (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider several land‑use actions, including a new Tiny Home Neighborhood zoning designation and related regulations. It will also vote on a $546,012.90 contract award to J W Oliver Construction for the Lake View Drive culvert replacement. Additional items include a variance for a side‑yard setback, an annexation and planned‑development approval for a 143.6‑acre parcel, and two home‑occupation permits.

• Ordinance 2025‑13: amend KLADO to create Tiny Home Neighborhood (THN) zoning district
• Bid award: Lake View Drive Culvert Replacement contract to J W Oliver Construction for $546,012.90
• Variance request for parcel K25 04 003 to reduce side‑yard setback by 5 ft in an R‑7 district
• Annexation and PD/MU zoning for 143.6‑acre parcel 094 025 on the south side of Colerain Road
• Approval of Home Occupation permits for 102 Riley Hunter Drive (balloon business) and 212 Ryan Nicholas Drive (bookkeeping business)

The council unanimously approved a new tiny‑home zoning designation (THN) as an amendment to the Kingsland Land Development and Zoning Ordinance. It also approved two home‑occupation permits, a side‑yard setback variance, the annexation and planned‑development designation for a 143.6‑acre parcel, and a mixed‑use development plan for that parcel. Additionally, the city awarded a $546,012.90 contract to J W Oliver Construction for the Lake View Drive culvert replacement and approved an amended Mutual Aid Agreement with Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.

• Approved tiny‑home neighborhood zoning amendment (THN) – passed unanimously
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 102 Riley Hunter Drive – passed unanimously
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for 212 Ryan Nicholas Drive – passed unanimously
• Approved variance for Parcel K25 04 003 reducing side‑yard setback to 5 ft – passed unanimously
• Approved annexation and PD/MU zoning for Parcel 094 025 (≈143.6 acres) – passed unanimously
• Approved PD for K‑Town Mixed Use Development on Parcel 094 025 – passed unanimously
• Awarded $546,012.90 contract to J W Oliver Construction for Lake View Drive culvert replacement – passed unanimously
• Approved amended Mutual Aid Agreement with Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay – passed unanimously

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will hold public hearings on creating a new zoning designation for tiny home neighborhoods and a variance for a side yard setback. The board is also reviewing an annexation and zoning request for a large mixed-use project on Colerain Rd.

• Proposed amendment to KLADO to create a Tiny Home Neighborhoods (THN) zoning designation
• Annexation and PD/MU zoning request for 143.6 acres on the south side of Colerain Rd.
• K-Town Mixed Use Development proposal featuring 325 single family units, 375 multi-family units, and 10 acres of commercial development
• Variance request from Austin Sawyer for a 5-foot reduction to the 15-foot side yard setback at parcel K25 04 003
• Home occupation permits for Poppy Balloons, LLC (102 Riley Hunter Dr.) and Sandholm Bookkeeping, LLC (212 Ryan Nicholas Dr.)

The Planning & Zoning Board approved two home‑occupation permits, a new tiny‑home neighborhood zoning amendment, a 5‑foot side‑yard setback variance, and the annexation of a 143.6‑acre parcel with a Planned Development/Mixed‑Use (PD/MU) designation. The board also approved the associated K‑Town Mixed‑Use Planned Development contingent on the annexation. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Home Occupation Permit for Poppy Balloons, LLC at 102 Riley Hunter Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation Permit for Sandholm Bookkeeping, LLC at 212 Ryan Nicholas Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to KLADO creating Tiny Home Neighborhood (THN) zoning designation (unanimous)
• Approved 5‑ft side‑yard setback variance for Austin Sawyer, parcel K25 04 003 (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of parcel 094 025 (~143.6 acres) and PD/MU zoning designation (unanimous)
• Approved K‑Town Mixed‑Use Planned Development (325 single‑family, 375 multi‑family, 10 acres commercial) contingent on annexation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss new business including a temporary moratorium on multifamily construction. The body will also review the FY2023-2024 audit and consider a nutrient optimization plan.

• Resolution 2025-5: Temporary Moratorium on Approval of Multifamily Construction
• Approval of Comprehensive Nutrient Optimization Plan
• Appointment to the Kingsland Downtown Development Authority Board
• Presentation of FY2023-2024 Audit by Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC

The Kingsland City Council unanimously adopted a temporary moratorium on new multifamily construction, excluding duplexes, triplexes, quadraplexes, townhomes, and attached family homes. The council also awarded the Comprehensive Nutrient Optimization Plan to Carter & Sloope, appointed Jessica Spinks to the Downtown Development Authority board, and approved routine items such as the prior meeting minutes, agenda, and accounts payable.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-5 imposing temporary moratorium on multifamily construction (unanimous)
• Awarded Comprehensive Nutrient Optimization Plan to low‑bidder Carter & Sloope (unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica Spinks to the Kingsland Downtown Development Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved the minutes of the previous regular council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved payments of accounts payable as due and funds available (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will hold its regular meeting to review financials, approve minutes, and discuss updates from its various committees. New business includes the election of the 2025 slate of officers, consideration of a GIRMA Certificate of Coverage, and review of the annual audit information. The board will also address a vacancy, the upcoming Catfish Festival, and mid‑year revisions.

• Election for 2025 Slate of Officers
• GIRMA Certificate of Coverage & Georgia DCA Authority
• Annual Audit Information
• Board Vacancy
• Catfish Festival

The Downtown Development Authority approved several routine items, including agenda amendments, February financials and March minutes, all unanimously. It authorized a $2,600 environmental consultation for parcel 094 039H and confirmed the 2025 officer slate. The board unanimously recommended Jessica Spinks for the vacant seat and approved a $15,000 budget for Catfish Festival entertainment. The meeting was adjourned at 5:50 pm.

• Approved agenda amendments (unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $2,600 environmental consultation for parcel 094 039H (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 officer slate (unanimous)
• Recommended Jessica Spinks to council for board vacancy (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 entertainment budget for 2025 Catfish Festival (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:50 pm (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider approving the annexation of a 24.46-acre tract at 545 Haddock Road and its zoning to Planned Development/Low Density Residential. The agenda includes several home occupation permits, a final plat for a residential development, and the purchase of surplus equipment and snowplows.

• Annexation and zoning request for 146-unit townhome development at 545 Haddock Road
• Final Plat approval for Fiddler's Reserve Phase 2 (61 lots)
• Purchase of surplus equipment from Camden County Public Service Authority for $68,543.35
• Approval of Property Tax Software Upgrade for Year 1 ($28,125)
• Bid award for Impact Fee Study to David Taussig and Associates, Inc. (max $68,290)

The Kingsland City Council approved a rezoning of parcel K16 01 003 at 403 North Lee Street to C‑2 for a new funeral home, with a condition that the existing and proposed funeral homes not operate simultaneously. The council also unanimously approved several home‑occupation permits, a final plat for Fiddler's Reserve Phase 2, and multiple contracts and agreements including an intergovernmental agreement, ordinance amendment, equipment purchase, property‑tax software upgrade, impact‑fee study, and snow‑flake lighting purchase.

• Approved rezoning of 403 N. Lee St. to C‑2 for funeral home (3‑0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Home Occupation permits for 444 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, 106 Crestwood Court, and 223‑B West Lakemont Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Fiddler's Reserve Phase 2, 61 lots on 17.77 acres (unanimous)
• Ratified intergovernmental agreement with Kingsland Development Authority to market city‑owned properties (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑10 to amend Section 22‑28 of the Code of Ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of surplus equipment from Camden County Public Service Authority for $68,543.35 (unanimous)
• Approved Property Tax Software Upgrade with Year 1 cost $28,125 and maintenance $6,744.54 (unanimous)
• Awarded contract for impact‑fee study to David Taussig and Associates, Inc., up to $68,290 (unanimous)

Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority

The Kingsland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority will meet to elect officers and set its 2025 meeting schedule. The body will vote on a contract with Ember's Agency and a Memorandum of Understanding with Camden County for tourism professional services.

• Vote on Ember's Agency contract
• Vote on Camden County MOU for Tourism Professional Services
• Election of officers
• Review of FY2024/2025 budget
• GIRMA Certificate of Coverage and Georgia DCA Authority Registration

The board approved the agenda and the August 2024 minutes without amendment. It unanimously accepted both the Ember’s Agency marketing contract and the Camden County MOU for tourism professional services. The election of officers was postponed until the June 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved August 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Ember’s Agency marketing contract (unanimous)
• Accepted Camden County MOU for Tourism Professional Services (unanimous)
• Election of officers postponed until June 2025 (tabled)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on annexing a 24.46‑acre parcel at 545 Haddock Road and designating it as Planned Development Low‑Density Residential for a 146‑unit town‑home project. It will also review a rezoning request for a 1.45‑acre site at 403 North Lee Street to C‑2 for a funeral home, and several home‑occupation permit applications. Additional items include a final plat for Fiddler's Reserve Phase 2 and a planned development approval for the Haddock Road town‑home project.

• Annexation and PD/R-2 zoning request for 24.46 acres at 545 Haddock Rd (146 town homes)
• Rezoning of 1.45‑acre parcel at 403 North Lee Street to C‑2 for a funeral home
• Home Occupation Permit for a computer software business at 444 MLK Jr. Dr.
• Final Plat submission for Fiddler's Reserve Phase 2: 61 single‑family lots on 17.77 acres
• Home Occupation Permit applications for a book business at 106 Crestwood Ct. and an online business at 223‑B W. Lakemont Dr.

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved the annexation of parcel 108 005 at 545 Haddock Road and its designation as PD/R‑2 for a 146‑unit townhome development. It also unanimously approved a planned development for the same parcel, a final plat for Fiddler’s Reserve Phase 2, three home‑occupation permits, and a rezoning of parcel K16 01 003 to C‑2 with a 4‑1 vote. All other items, including the March 2025 minutes, were approved unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation permit for Appy Unicorn (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation permit for Books by B. B. Hicks, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Home Occupation permit for Essential Pearls Plus, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Fiddler’s Reserve Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of parcel 108 005 and PD/R‑2 zoning (unanimous)
• Approved Planned Development for 146 townhomes at 545 Haddock Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of parcel K16 01 003 to C‑2 (4‑1)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to discuss the 2025 slate of officers and the election of a treasurer. The board will review guidelines and fee structures for the Catfish Festival and discuss a property subdivision.

• Catfish Festival vendor guidelines and fee structure
• Property subdivision discussion
• Election of Treasurer
• KDDA Scholarships
• Tree Keeping/Maintenance Plan Update

The board approved a $2,500 budget for a city‑wide luncheon and raised the Catfish Festival electricity fee to $40, both unanimously. It elected Nicholas McCoy as Treasurer (carried with one abstention). It also approved an $800 survey to evaluate subdividing a portion of an 80‑acre parcel, again unanimously. All other agenda items were procedural or noted for future action.

• Approved $2,500 City Department Luncheon budget (unanimous)
• Approved $40 electricity fee increase for Catfish Festival (unanimous)
• Elected Nicholas McCoy as Treasurer (carried with one abstention)
• Approved $800 survey for subdivision of 80‑acre property (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendments (unanimous)
• Approved January 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors

The Kingsland Development Authority Board of Directors will meet to conduct general business. The primary item of new business listed is a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

• Discussion of an MOU

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the permanent closure of a railroad crossing at Summerbrook Trail. The body is also considering several land annexations, a zoning variance, and new public safety equipment.

• Proposed permanent closure of the railroad crossing on Summerbrook Trail
• Purchase of an Intox Machine from CMI, Inc. for $10,225.32
• Approval of FLOCK Public Safety Camera System
• Four annexations and R-1 zoning requests on Boone Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
• Ordinance #2025-09 to amend water and sewer connection capital recovery fees

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will consider annexation and R-1 zoning designation requests for parcels at 595, 860, and 573 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., each seeking city water and sewer service. The board will also review a variance to convert a 388‑square‑foot maintenance closet into a studio unit at 145 Gross Rd., a de‑annexation request for a vacant lot at 108 Marsh Harbour Pkwy, a home occupation permit for a software business at 444 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and a final plat for Settler's Hammock Phase 5. Staff recommendations are for approval of the annexations, variance, de‑annexation, home occupation, and final plat.

• Annexation and R‑1 zoning for 3‑acre parcel at 595 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Annexation and R‑1 zoning for 0.36‑acre parcel at 860 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Annexation and R‑1 zoning for 1‑acre parcel at 573 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Variance to convert 388 sq ft closet into a studio at 145 Gross Rd.
• De‑annexation of 0.94‑acre lot at 108 Marsh Harbour Pkwy.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-02 to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption. The body will also review a surveillance system presentation and a proposal to update the city's Watershed Protection Plan.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-02 to opt out of HB581 Homestead Exemption
• Presentation on FLOCK Surveillance System with License Plate Readers (LPR)
• Approval of 2025 Section 125 POP Adoption Agreement and Resolution 2025-03
• Approval of Watershed Protection Plan (WPP) Update Proposal by GWES

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will meet to discuss strategic planning, landscaping, and property acquisition. The board is scheduled to vote on facade grant applications, an MOU, and the election of a treasurer.

• Approval of facade grant applications
• Approval of MOU
• Election of Treasurer
• Discussion regarding 401 N. Lee Street
• Update on Tree Keeping/Maintenance Plan

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider annexing 176 acres of land, approving alcohol licenses for local businesses, and amending annexation fees. The meeting also includes public hearings on homestead exemptions and alcohol sales.

• Annexation of 176.4 acres on Vacuna Road and Hwy. 40 West
• Approval of alcohol licenses for Exit 7 Travel Shop and Ruby Tuesday
• Amendment to annexation/deannexation fees to $100
• Approval of survey proposal for West Pump Station/Force Main Project ($54,875)
• Promissory note for PSA funding in the amount of $151,169.40

Planning & Zoning Board

The Kingsland Planning & Zoning Board will hold public hearings on several applications, including a special use permit for an indoor RV/boat storage facility and a home‑occupation permit for a junk‑removal business. The board will also consider approvals for a final plat of The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2A and a planned‑development proposal for Vacuna Estates. Finally, the board will decide on annexation and zoning changes for two parcels, one 1.5‑acre lot on Boone St. and a 176.4‑acre tract on Hwy 40 W.

• Special Use Permit – indoor RV/Boat/Personal Storage on parcel 106 034A (≈5.15 acres), zoning C‑2
• Annexation and zoning of parcel 095 010B (≈1.5 acres) to R‑1 for a 4‑lot single‑family subdivision
• Annexation and zoning of parcel 070 009 (176.4 acres) to PD/R‑2 for residential development (60 duplex lots, 293 single‑family 50‑ft lots, 221 single‑family 40‑ft lots)
• Home Occupation Permit for Bold Faith Junk Removal at 120 Lake Ashley Dr, zoning PD/R‑1
• Final Plat – The Villas at Camden Woods Phase 2A: 30 single‑family lots on ≈9.19 acres, zoning PD/MU

City Council

The City Council will vote on an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Camden County Board of Education concerning the Kingsland Tax Allocation District (TAD) #1. It will also consider a temporary alcohol license for Outerbanks Bar & Grill at the 2025 Mardi Gras Festival, a $54,875 survey contract for the West Pump Station/Force Main project, and a $151,169.40 promissory note with the Camden County Public Service Authority. Additional items include appointments to the Planning Commission and the KCVB Authority Board.

• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with Camden County Board of Education for TAD #1
• Approval of temporary alcohol license for Alex Wong, Outerbanks Bar & Grill, for Mardi Gras Festival (Feb 28‑Mar 1, 2025)
• Approval of survey proposal for West Pump Station/Force Main at a total cost of $54,875
• Approval of promissory note with Camden County Public Service Authority for $151,169.40
• Council appointments to the Kingsland Planning Commission and KCVB Authority Board

Downtown Development Authority

The Kingsland Downtown Development Authority will approve financial statements, meeting minutes, and a facade grant application. The board will also discuss the treasurer position and update members on downtown business development, landscaping, and promotions.

• Approval of Financials
• Approval of Meeting Minutes
• Facade Grant Application Approval
• Discussion of Treasurer Position
• Tree Keeping/Maintenance Plan Update

City Council

The Kingsland City Council will consider awarding construction contracts for a water treatment plant and sewer projects, appoint city officers, and discuss a rezoning request for a large residential development.

• Bid award: Water Treatment Plant No. 3 ($10,775,400)
• Bid award: East Regional Force Main and May Creek Sewer ($6,297,448.80)
• Public hearing: Abandonment of unopened South Island Street
• Rezoning request: 212-acre PD/R-2 subdivision on Laurel Island Parkway
• Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem and City Officers for 2025

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a rezoning request for a large residential development and three home occupation permit applications. Staff recommends approval for all items on the agenda.

• Rezoning of 212 acres (parcels 106 037 & 106 037A) to PD/R-2 for a 630-lot subdivision of single family homes and townhomes at Laurel Island Pkwy and Bristol Hammock Rd
• Home Occupation Permit for First Response Mobile Detail, LLC at 121 E. Lakemont Dr.
• Home Occupation Permit for Customized Hustle, LLC at 145 W. Woodhaven Dr.
• Home Occupation Permit for 1 of a Kind by Leslie, LLC at 236 the Villas Way