Camden County Board of Commissioners
Community Outreach eNewsletter
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Working Together to Make a Positive Difference in the Community |
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A publication from the Office of the County Administrator - Issue 111-2021 |
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Message from the County Administrator |
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Welcome to our final month of fall and the beginning of the holiday season. As we head into the season of thankfulness we want to express our gratitude for the citizens of Camden County. May this holiday season be a reminder of the cherished memories of times past and present with friends and family.
November is also a time to celebrate all of the veterans, and active-duty service members, who call Camden County home. We are thankful for their service.
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As you will see in this issue of our newsletter, we continue to work on ways to provide efficient and effective services for the citizens of Camden County.
As the COVID-19 community transmission index continues to fluctuate in Camden County, we want to encourage you to talk to medical professionals about what steps you need to take to prevent illness from COVID-19. Coastal Georgia Public Health shares Camden-specific data demonstrating our current status. Wishing you all a joyous holiday season.
Have a safe and healthy November!
Yours for a better Camden,
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The Camden County Health Department located at 905 Dilworth Street in St. Marys has COVID-19 testing available two days a week.
- You do not need an appointment for testing at the Camden County Health Department, but pre-registration is strongly recommended. For faster service at the site, please pre-register and complete the registration forms online.
- Site may close early because of excessive heat/extreme weather.
- Tuesdays 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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or until site has reached daily capacity.
- Thursdays 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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or until site has reached daily capacity. Testing site will be closed on Thursday, 11/11/2021, for state holiday.
If you need assistance scheduling a COVID-19 test through public health, our COVID-19 Testing Call Center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Free COVID-19 Vaccines are available in Camden County through a variety of sources.
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Camden Health Department offering the flu vaccine shot.
If you need assistance scheduling your flu vaccination our local health clinics are open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Contact the St. Marys Clinic at 912-882-2072 or Woodbine Clinic at 912-576-3040.
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Camden County Applies for Funding to Construct New Health Department |
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At their November 2, 2021, regular meeting, the Camden County Board of Commissioners approved the submittal of a Community Development Block Grant-Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) application for $1 million for the construction of a new health department facility. With an estimated total cost of $4.5 million, the new health department will be funded at the Federal, State, and local levels.
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Camden County Applies for First Responders Supplement Grant |
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At their November 2, 2021, regular meeting, the Camden County Board of Commissioners authorized approval to apply for the Georgia Public Safety Officials and First Responders Supplement Grant distributed by the Georgia Office of Planning and Budget.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to recognize our dedicated first responders and public safety officials,” said Chairman Gary Blount. “Their hard work and commitment is appreciated by our entire community.”
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Two New Apparatus Added to Camden County Fire Rescue Fleet |
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At their November 2, 2021, regular meeting, the Camden County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of an E-ONE 4-door Rescue Pumper and a 3,000-gallon Tanker for Camden County Fire Rescue.
“These new apparatus will help us better serve Camden County through updates to our frontline response vehicles,” said Camden County Fire Rescue Chief Terry Smith. “We thank the Board of Commissioners for their continued support of Camden County Fire Rescue.”
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Beginning Monday, November 1, 2021, Camden County Solid Waste will have new hours at the Camden County Landfills. The Construction and Demolition (C & D) site and the Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) site will be open Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The Old Still Yard Waste site will be open on Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. All sites are closed on Sundays.
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Two Programs Recognized as 2021 Georgia County Excellence Awards Honorable Mentions |
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The Camden County Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce that it is a recipient of the two Honorable Mentions from the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) 2021 County Excellence Awards Program. Camden County’s Cybersecurity Education Program and Paved Roadway Inventory and Assessment received this recognition.
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2021 Showcase Camden County Photo Contest |
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Camden County citizens are encouraged to enter the 2020 Showcase Camden County Photo Contest. The deadline for the 2021 contest has been extended to Friday, December 10, 2021. Photographers are asked to submit their best photos of Camden County, Georgia and its sunrises, sunsets, wildlife, as well as historic and scenic locations.
The 2021 photo contest calls for photos to be submitted under one of the following categories: Landscapes, Nature/Wildlife, Sunrises/Sunsets, and Transportation. Contestants may submit no more than two (2) entries per category or up to eight (8) entries total. A committee will select a winner from each category along with an overall winner. All photo contest winners will be recognized during a Board of Commissioners meeting.
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Two Rivers Gun Range - Grand Opening |
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The Camden County Board of Commissioners is pleased to join the Georgia Department of Natural Resources in welcoming the public to celebrate the Grand Opening of Two Rivers Gun Range at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 12, 2021.
Participants may tour the facility, including the 20-station Pistol Range with steel targets at known distances from 15 to 25 yards as well as the 12-station Rifle Range with digital Kongsberg Target System and known distances at 50, 100, and 200 yards. Please note that due to the Grand Opening, there will be no live fire until 2:00 p.m.
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GA Rental Assistance Program |
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The Georgia Department of Community Affairs is administering the State of Georgia Rental Assistance Program (GRA). GRA can help renters with their past due rent and utilities. Payment will be made directly to landlords and utility providers. Get started online at: https://georgiarentalassistance.ga.gov. |
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Check out the Employment Opportunities page on the Camden County website to learn more about open positions and apply online.
for more information.
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A Flood Awareness Tool is now available on the Camden County website to assist users with making educated decisions about potential flooding. Approximately 35% or 17,000 of Camden County’s residents live within the 100-year floodplain. Three coastal rivers flow through the County, and 50% of the land is classified as wetlands. Camden experiences the effects of sea level rise, storm surge, regular riverine flooding, and king tides.
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Camden County offices and courts will be closed on the following dates:
- Veterans day - Thursday, November 11, 2021
- Thanksgiving Holidays - Thursday & Friday, November 25-26, 2021
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Thanksgiving Curbside Collection |
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All Camden County residents are strongly encouraged to sign-up for CodeRED online at www.camdencountyga.gov/codeRED to receive emergency notifications and location-specific severe weather warnings. Notifications may be sent to cell phones or landlines and through email and text. The service is TDD/TTY compatible. |
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Board of Commissioners:
- Tuesday, November 16, 2021, 6:00 p.m.
Board of Elections & Registration:
- Thursday, November 18, 2021, 4:00 p.m.
Camden County Planning Commission:
- Wednesday, November 17, 2021, 6:00 p.m.
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Our Commitment to You
MISSION
Our mission is to deliver defined county services with exceptional customer service and to do so in a financially sustainable and transparent manner.
VISION
Camden County 2036 is the premier coastal community of Georgia-beautiful and safe.
Camden County 2036 has a strong regional economy and diverse job opportunities with four major pillars:
- An active Naval Submarine Base;
- A successful World-Class Spaceport;
- Sports tourism; and
- a Technology Corridor.
Camden County 2036 has relaxed living with quality residential developments, and abundant leisure choices for all.
VALUES
The Board of County Commissioners and employees of Camden County are committed to the following values:
- Integrity,
- Respect,
- Service,
- Accountability,
- Teamwork, and
- Balance.
Camden County Board of Commissioners
District 1, Commissioner Lannie Brant
District 2, Commissioner Chuck Clark
District 3, Commissioner Trevor Readdick
District 4, Commissioner Gary Blount, Chairman
District 5, Commissioner Ben Casey, Vice-Chairman
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Camden County Board of Commissioners
200 East 4th Street
P.O. Box 99
Woodbine, Georgia 31569
912-576-5601
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