Camden County’s Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has released its 2021 Hurricane Guide. The online guide, available on Camden County’s website at camdencountyga.gov/HurricaneGuide, has information to help local residents prepare for hurricane season.

“Even though we received little impact from the record-breaking 2020 season, as a coastal community it is vital for Camden County residents to take a proactive approach to hurricane planning and preparedness measures,” said Emergency Management Director Chuck White. “The 2021 Hurricane Season is anticipated to have above-normal activity and this guide has valuable information to help citizens learn more about what they can do to better prepare for this year’s hurricane season.” 

At their June 1, 2021, regular meeting, the Camden County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of two Custom AEV Type 1 Units. These are the third and fourth of the five total new ambulances that are included in Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) VIII.

“These new ambulances are paid through SPLOST pennies by the citizens and visitors of Camden County and will help us better serve them,” said Camden County Fire Rescue Chief Terry Smith. “We thank the Board of Commissioners for their continued support of Camden County Fire Rescue.”

Drivers in southwest Camden County will be impacted by lane closures on Browntown Road. Beginning on Thursday, June 10, 2021, contractors for Camden County will performing pavement preservation activities between Oakhill Church Road and Cox Road. One lane of traffic will remain open during this work.

Residents and travelers in this area should exercise caution when driving in this area and be aware of the construction work taking place. 

Get a kid hooked on fishing! The Camden County Solid Waste Authority is pleased to announce that the 27th Annual Kids Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2021. From 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., children 16 years and under are invited to participate in this year’s event at the SR-110 landfill in Woodbine.

The FY 2022 Proposed Budget (PDF) is available online.

A Budget Public Hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room located on the 2nd floor of the Government Services Complex at 200 E. 4th Street in Woodbine. Comments from the public are welcome and encouraged.

The adoption of the budget is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at 6:00 p.m.

A physical copy of the FY 2022 Proposed Budget (PDF) is available for review during normal business hours in the Government Services Complex located at 200 E. 4th Street in Woodbine.

Employment opportunities are available with Camden County, including full-time and part-time positions. Full-time positions are eligible for employee benefits.

Visit www.camdencountyga.gov/jobs to view current openings.