Strategic Plan 2018-2023-2033 by CamdenCountyBOC

STRATEGIC PLAN 2018 2023 2033

Camden County, Georgia December 2017 Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc. 9 Flagship Court Palm Coast, FL 32137

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Strategic Plan: 2018 – 2023 – 2033/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Table of Contents Strategic Planning for Camden County

Camden County Vision 2033

Camden County Government Mission

Camden County Plan 2018 – 2023

Camden County Action Agenda 2018

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STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR CAMDEN COUNTY

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Strategic Planning Model for Camden County Value-based principles that describe the preferred future in 15 years

VISION

Destination “You Have Arrived”

Strategic goals that focus outcome-base objectives and potential actions for 5 years

PLAN

Map “The Right Route”

Focus for one year – a work program: Policy Agenda for the County Board Annual Action Plan, Management Agenda for Staff; Major Projects

EXECUTION

Itinerary “The Right Direction”

Principles that define the responsibility of County government and frame the primary services – core service businesses

MISSION

Vehicle “The Right Bus”

Personal values that define performance standards and expectations for employees

CORE BELIEFS

Fuel “The Right People”

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CAMDEN COUNTY VISION 2033

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Camden County Vision 2033 CAMDEN COUNTY 2033 is the PREMIER COASTAL COMMUNITY OF GEORGIA – BEAUTIFUL (A), SAFE (B).

CAMDEN COUNTY 2033 has a STRONG REGIONAL ECONOMY AND DIVERSE JOB OPPORTUNITIES with four major pillars: an ACTIVE NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE (C), a SUCCESSFUL WORLD-CLASS COMMERCIAL SPACEPORT (D), SPORTS TOURISM (E) AND TECHNOLOGY CORRIDOR (F).

CAMDEN COUNTY 2033 has RELAXED LIVING with QUALITY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS (G), ABUNDANT LEISURE CHOICES FOR ALL (H).

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Camden County Vision 2033 PRINCIPLE A

PRINCIPLE B

BEAUTIFUL

SAFE

 Means 1. Updated, well maintained, attractive County buildings and facilities 2. Well maintained and beautiful parks and open spaces 3. Elimination of blighted/abandoned structures 4. Lighting for exit 14 and exit 6 5. Preservation of historic buildings 6. Litter free, graffiti free

 Means 1. Residents feeling safe and secure at home and in the community 2. Timely and appropriate response for emergency medical calls with a high survival rate 3. Camden County prepared for, able to respond, and to restore service and recover from a major disaster 4. Low crime rate 5. If crimes occur, the criminals are arrested and prosecuted in a timely manner 6. In populated areas, adequate street lights 7. Consistent street addressing

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PRINCIPLE C

PRINCIPLE D SUCCESSFUL WORLD-CLASS COMMERCIAL SPACEPORT

ACTIVE NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE  Means 1. Maintained the number of submarines at the Naval Submarine Base 2. Impact payment to education/schools 3. Diversification of commands/missions at the Naval Submarine Base 4. Companies supporting the Naval Base located off base 5. Impact payments to County government 6. Companies financially contribute to Camden County

 Means 1. Development of a world-class launch facility with regular launch schedule 2. Development of space vehicle and payload technology businesses 3. Development of space tourism – visits for launches 4. Link to University of Georgia and other higher educational institutions, Georgia Tech campus development to support the Spaceport 5. Strong partnership between the private sector, Aerospace Companies and Spaceport Camden County 6. Support businesses for Spaceport operation 7. Defining brand: the “Aerospace Center of United States” and “Georgia’s Space Coast” 8. I-95 high technology corridor including Aerospace Commerce Center

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PRINCIPLE E

PRINCIPLE F

TOURIST DESTINATION

TECHNOLOGY CORRIDOR

 Means 1. Heroes Park attracting tournaments/events 2. Shooting range 3. Reputation as the "Amateur Sports Center of Georgia and North Florida" 4. Indoor sports facility for basketball, volleyball, gymnastic, cheerleading, etc. 5. Intercollegiate tournaments bringing in teams from the north 6. Fairgrounds for events/festivals 7. Expanded water sports and boating

 Means 1. Georgia Tech, University of Georgia, Columbia State University, (Coca Cola Space Science Center), Middle Georgia State University, Embry Riddle campus offering degrees and diversified educational programs 2. Competitive technology infrastructure in place to support businesses and business development 3. Growing reputation as a technology hub in Georgia and North Florida 4. Land available in state-of-the-art business/technology park(s) 5. Aerospace and defense innovation center, with space and support 6. Technology training support from Mayport North 7. High quality, high speed accessible for businesses for the Navy

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PRINCIPLE G

PRINCIPLE H

QUALITY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS

ABUNDANT LEISURE CHOICES FOR ALL

 Means 1. Opportunities for homeownership – high percentage of homeownership 2. Competitive high speed internet/fiber in residential neighborhoods throughout the County 3. Future developments following Camden County plans and meeting the development standards and regulations 4. Reliable delivery of utility services 5. Quality infrastructure for water and sewer: well designed and well maintained 6. Efficient traffic flow throughout the County 7. Effective stormwater system

 Means 1. Well designed, well maintained sports complexes for local, recreational and tournament use 2. Shooting complex 3. Fairground/multi-purpose event center 4. State-of-the-art library facilities and services 5. Boating and fishing 6. Kayaking, canoeing, paddle boating with launches and parking

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CAMDEN COUNTY GOVERNMENT MISSION

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Camden County Government Mission The mission of CAMDEN COUNTY GOVERNMENT is to deliver DEFINED COUNTY SERVICES (1) with EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE(2) and in a FINANCIALLY SUSTAINABLE(3) and TRANSPARENT MANNER(4).

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PRINCIPLE 1

PRINCIPLE 2

DEFINED COUNTY SERVICES

EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE

 Means 1. Services defined by State of Georgia as the responsibility of county government 2. Basic county services as defined by the County Commission 3. Services that expand the local economy and county tax base 4. Services that preserve the natural environment 5. Services that make the county a desirable place to live 6. Annually review County services and define services/service levels

 Means 1. Listen to and know the needs of residents and businesses 2. Provide a timely response to a service request 3. Act in a respectful and courteous manner with County customers 4. Know who is the customer 5. Take time to explain decisions or actions, especially when the answer is "no" 6. Solve the customer’s problem; or refer the customer to the person who can help them 7. Have convenient, easy access to County services, especially online

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PRINCIPLE 3

PRINCIPLE 4

FINANCIALLY SUSTAINABLE GOVERNMENT

TRANSPARENT GOVERNMENT

 Means 1. Deliver defined County services in the most efficient and cost effective manner 2. Provide service value to the taxpayers of Camden County 3. Develop a fiscally responsible annual budget 4. Work with other governments on shared services 5. Have effective financial systems, reporting and controls 6. Develop and annually updating a long-range (5 year) financial plan and financial policies 7. Have a sustaining SPLOST 8. Balance digest – commercial and residential 9. Have a responsible tax rate to support County services

 Means 1. County Commission work together as a team 2. Respectfully listen to ideas and suggestions from the community 3. Develop work and collaborative relationships with other governments: State of Georgia, Cities - Woodbine, St. Marys and Kingsland; other governmental organizations/agencies 4. Develop effective public – private partnerships 5. Take the time to celebrate Camden County successes with the community

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CAMDEN COUNTY PLAN 2018 – 2023

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Camden County Goals 2023 FINANCIALLY SOUND COUNTY PROVIDING EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AND VALUE

PLANNED AND MANAGED GROWTH

GROW THE LOCAL ECONOMY

GREAT PLACE TO LIVE

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Goal 1 Financially Sound County Providing Exceptional Service and Value OBJECTIVES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Provided financially responsible budget with appropriate tax level that supports exceptional County services Preparation and successful passage of SPLOST that is sustainable Hired and retained quality County employees with competitive compensation Leverage County resources through grants and outside funding sources Have a financially responsible tax rate and appropriate exemptions Delivered County services in the most efficient, cost effective manner Build, maintained and upgraded County facilities and infrastructure and equipment

VALUE TO RESIDENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Service value for their taxes and fees Reliable delivery of County services Timely response for a service call: emergency and nonemergency County prepared for the future growth and development Top quality, exceptional customer service from the County government Responsible fiscal stewardship by County Commission and government

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SHORT TERM CHALLENGES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Working with other governments to expand shared services Rising costs of conducting County business: materials, contracts, healthcare, pensions, utilities, employee costs Tax Digest reliance on residential base and no sustainable growth Aging County facilities and buildings need major maintenance or replacement Competitive compensation for all County employees Using debt responsibly to invest for the future major projects while maintaining the current bond rating: “AA” Roads at end or beyond life cycle Equipment at end of life cycle and needing replacement

LONG TERM CHALLENGES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Reducing insurance costs Defining County government role and responsibilities for services Reducing waste and the cost of government and service delivery Difficulty in finding quality candidates for County employment Residents’ service expectations and capacity of County government Funding for drainage system Actions by federal and State of Georgia impacting County revenues, finances and services

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2018

POLICY ACTIONS 2018 PRIORITY

Public Safety Radio System

Top Priority

SPLOST #8

Top Priority

3. 4.

Fleet Facility Shared Services: GIS, Fleet

Top Priority

Tax Exemption/Tax Rate: Direction

High Priority

County-wide Stormwater/Drainage Master Plan County Owned Property: Inventory, Direction EOC Short Term Improvements Jail Per Diem Charge for Cities

High Priority

7. 8. 9.

Top Priority

High Priority

MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2018 PRIORITY

Top Priority

State Lobbying/Advocacy and Legislative Agenda County Employee Performance Evaluation System: Implementation Financial Policies: Update

Management Succession Plan/Program

High Priority

Building Security Assessment and Plan

High Priority

Disaster/NIMS Training

High Priority

7. 8. 9.

Service Delivery: Evaluation and Update Key Positions: Cost Benefit Analysis Fire Analysis Next Steps

High Priority

Top Priority Top Priority

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22.

Camden County Annual Photo Contest LMIG 2018 Submittal Hurricane Matthew: FEMA Closeout Strategic Plan 2018: Update Annual Report Diversity Training Fire Promotion Process: Update Aljon Remanufacturing Mobile Devices Management County Website: Redesign EMA Restructure Terms and Conditions Guidelines/Training Incident Command/Management Team: Formalization “Out of Service” Criteria for Vehicles Inventory Parts/Supply Room Workers Comp Supervisory Training Onboarding/Off Boarding Process Benefits Analytics Video Conferencing with Juvenile Justice Performance Dashboard Development All Lines Aggregate Insurance Policy/Report MSW Cell Permit Solid Waste Authority Land Permitting: Initiated 23. Annual Destruction: General Government Records 24. Vehicle Replacements for 2018 25. Application Tracking System

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26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45.

MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2018

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Fluorescent Shirts – Public Works Retirement Accounts to New Company D5 Equipment Replacement (SWA) Jail Commissary Kiosk Expansion D6/D7 Equipment Repair/Refurb (SWA) Articulating Dump Trucks (2) Fire Tanker Replacement IT Operating Systems: Upgrade Timber Removal/Replacement Sheriff Virtual Desk Top Environments Cyber Security Framework National Institute for Government Purchasing (NIGP) Accreditation Equipment Purchase: Low Boy Truck and Trailer, 326 Size Excavator Email Domain (camdencountyga.gov) MainPoint Health and Wellness: Re-Branding Drone Use: Expansion Compensation for Paramedics Mobile Tablets New Cardiac Monitors: Lease Purchase Financial Audit

46. Financial Awards a. Budget b. CAFR 47. Automated Site Recovery 48. All Hazards Preparedness 49. ADA Compliance Plan: Update 50. Fire Policies and SOP: Update 51. Sheriff Vehicle Replacement 52. County Contracts: Upload through 2018 53. 2018 Codification to County Code 54. VHF Radio System 55. Hand Held Radios and Additional Base: Procurement 56. Hurricane Irma: FEMA Submissions for Reimbursement of Expenses 57. Fire/EMS Strategic Plan 58. Moducom Software/Hardware Upgrade 59. Benefit Enrollment Guide 60. SPLOST #7 Collections/Final Report 61. SWAT Gear and Equipment Update 62. HR Form Automation 63. Special Operations Division: Additional Vehicles 64. Lab Equipment: Upgrade 65. Weekly/Quarterly eNewsletters 66. Monthly Employee eNewsletters 67. Service Recognition and Employee Committee

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ON THE HORIZON 2019 – 2023

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68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74.

2020 Census: Preparation ISO Preparation New Property Tax System Software: Installation Online Property Tax Payment System: Update Credit Card Payments: Property Tax Personal Property Tax Collection: Improvements More Vehicle System/Driver License Services Integration

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

MAJOR PROJECTS 2018 1.

2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Hurricane Irma Repairs a. CASA/McKinney Medical Building Roof b. Fire Station 12: Flooring c. Ralph Bunch Head Start Fence Jail LED Renovation Road Department Office Building Expansion Jail Chiller Energy Efficiency: County Facilities (A/C Changes) MSW Landfill: Pond Cleaning Jail/Sheriff’s Office Water Re-Pipe Juvenile Justice Building Renovation

7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.

County Online Services: Expansion Comprehensive County Facilities and Infrastructure Condition Assessment, Plan and Funding Mechanism Fuel System: Direction and Funding Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits: Study Policy Direction and Funding (Merit Pay) Timber Tax Collection: Problem Analysis, Report with Options/Enforcement Vehicle and Equipment Program: Inventory, Replacement Plan and Funding Fund Balance: Review New Public Health Building: Direction County Police Force: Evaluation Report with Options and Direction County Fire/EMS: Evaluation Report with Options, Directions, and Funding Jail Expansion and Population Management: Update Report County “Corporate” Communications Plan: Upgrade Fire Training Facility Health/Wellness Building Expansion Consolidation: Registrar’s Office and Election T- SPLOST IT Hardware/Software Replacement: Funding

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ON THE HORIZON 2019 – 2023 (Continued) 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29.

County Library: Roof Replacement Ambulance Refurbishment (SPLOST) Fire Protective Gear 2nd Set (SPLOST) Multi Factor Authentication (SPLOST) Fire Physical Ability Test (SPLOST) Cyber Security Framework (SPLOST) Dispatch Furniture/Console Replace (SPLOST) Uninterruptable Power Supply for all Data Equipment (SPLOST) AV Equipment for Executive Conference Room (SPLOST) Artificial Intelligence (SPLOST) Card Reader System for Server Room (SPLOST) County-wide Camera System (SPLOST)

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Goal 2 Planned and Managed Growth OBJECTIVES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Maintained/upgraded condition of County roads Quality residential development consistent with the County plans and development regulations Workable Unified Development Code throughout Camden County Effective storm water management and drainage system Improved mobility throughout the county – roads, trails, public transportation

VALUE TO RESIDENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Protection/enhancement of property values More attractive and beautiful community Quality housing choices and options Less traffic congestion and predictable travel times Better quality County road with a "smoother" drive

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SHORT TERM CHALLENGES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Increasing federal government and State of Georgia mandates and regulatory requirements Slow recovery from the economic recession Unknown impacts of Spaceport Camden Funding for infrastructure maintenance and upgrade Addressing wetlands and stormwater issues Impact fees

LONG TERM CHALLENGES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Conflict between personal property rights and community value Flat residential/commercial development Defining government’s role in regulating and planning for growth Determining who should pay for growth: currents or new residents Annexations by cities Coordinating growth and development with cities

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2018

POLICY ACTIONS 2018 PRIORITY

1. 2. 3. 4.

1. 2.

Timber Harvesting: Enforcement Roads/Transportation Master Plan Drainage Projects: Short Term Direction Comprehensive Plan: Update

Coastal Resiliency Projects: Web App Clean Water Act: Septic Tank Repair and Replacement

MAJOR PROJECTS 2018 MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2018 PRIORITY

580 Acres Property Acceptance

Top Priority

2. 3. 4.

Building without Permits: Implementation Kingsland Bypass Development: Phase II UDC: Solar Farms

Top Priority

1. 2. 3.

Deep Creek Bridge Repair St. Marys Drive Repairs Road Repairs a. Lattany b. New Post c. Kings Bay 4. Harrietts Bluff Road Drainage Pipeline 5. Browntown Road Drainage Pipes 6. Lang Lane Re-Open 7. Satilla Bluff Road 8. Incachee Road 9. Kingsland Bypass: Phase 1 10. Dirt Road Maintenance 11. Paved Roads Mowing

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ON THE HORIZON 2019 – 2023 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Blighted Buildings: Inventory, Goals, Direction, Actions and Funding Code Compliance: Direction Curbside Compliance: Direction Hazard Mitigation Plan: Development I-95 Exit 14 Spaceport Access County Bridge Assessment and Plan Dirt Road Paving and Funding Wetlands Strategy: Development

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Goal 3 Grow the Local Economy OBJECTIVES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Effective JDA organization producing results: new businesses and more jobs Successful operating Spaceport Camden Development of Private-Public Partnership to construct Innovation Research Park Development of a Technical College Participation by Georgia Tech, University of Georgia, Columbia State University and others at Innovation Research Park Development of Sports Complex for tourism development

VALUE TO RESIDENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

More job opportunities and specifically quality jobs for our children Opportunities to start and grow a business in Camden County Expanded commercial tax base reducing the tax burden on property owners Ability to work near home – more leisure and family time Businesses investing in Camden County

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SHORT TERM CHALLENGES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Securing and delivering to the Spaceport Camden Performance accountability and results from JDA organization Working with Georgia Tech and Technical College to secure campuses Funding future economic development activities Expanding sports facilities for more tournaments Creating more job opportunities for County residents Developing partners for Innovation Research Park

LONG TERM CHALLENGES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Competition from other communities Lack of public utilities to potential sites No major retail – residents head north and south resulting in sales tax “leakage” Tapping into expanding port facilities and activities: Jacksonville, Brunswick and Savannah 8,000 residents leaving Camden County daily for employment

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POLICY ACTIONS 2018

MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2018 PRIORITY

Spaceport Camden: Development

Top Priority

Technical College Development

Top Priority

3. 4.

Innovation Research Park: Development County Fairgrounds/Multi-Use Park Event Center/County Sports ComplexDevelopment

High Priority

PRIORITY

Airport: Evaluation and Direction

High Priority

MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2018 1. 2.

JDA: Website Spaceport Website: Update

JDA ACTIONS 2018 PRIORITY

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

St. Marys Marine Center: Development Technical College Access Road (OTH) Freeport Exemption Level IV: eCommerce Distribution Center Project Helm Wildlife Defense Project Big Fish Project Fish Hook Project May

ON THE HORIZON 2019 – 2023 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

County Economic Development: Policy, Organization and Funding Major Industrial Attraction and Announcement Business Retention/Growth Strategy Industrial Park Development Information Technology Infrastructure Development (JDA) Georgia Tech Strategy Sports Tourism Development Strategy Tourism Development Strategy Permanent Economic Development Funding Mechanism

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Goal 4 Great Place to Live OBJECTIVES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Expanded recreational programs for all Improved access to the County waterways Maintained/enhanced the partnership between the County government and private sports associations More attractive entrances and gateways to Camden County Expanded/upgraded parks Maintained a safe community for all

VALUE TO RESIDENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

More beautiful community Increasing choices for your leisure time Protection/enhancement of property values Facilities, programs and activities for all family generations More reason to live in Camden County

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SHORT TERM CHALLENGES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Improving access to water Developing emerging recreation facilities: zip line, pickleball, paintball, disc golf, etc. Working with the community and a variety of private organizations Increasing litter and trash Illegal Dumping Affordable gun range

LONG TERM CHALLENGES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Funding for nonessential quality of life amenities Determining priorities for Camden County Potential land for acquisition Defining the role of Camden County government Determining the community leisure and recreational needs

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MAJOR PROJECTS 2018

POLICY ACTIONS 2018 PRIORITY

Joint Law Enforcement/Community Recreation Gun Range Heroes Park Development Blue Bridge/St. Marys River Boat Ramp: Project Funding Mental Health Strategy: Problem Analysis Parks Master Plan: Adoption

2. 3. 4. 5.

High Priority High Priority

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Pickleball Courts (3) Recreation Center Gym Floor Replacement Mary B. Smart Park: Walking Trail Tabby Ruins Walking Trail Weight Room Equipment: Replacement Sweetwater Park: Amenities (Phase II) Gum Branch Trails: Phase I

ON THE HORIZON 2019 – 2023

MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2018 PRIORITY

Interstate Interchange Beautification Plan

MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2018 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Parks/Playgrounds Inspections Platinum Level Wellness Award: Application Speed Limit Mobile Signs CHAMPS to Elementary Schools Active Shooter Program Development Patient Satisfaction Survey Rec Center: New Programs Internet Crimes against Children: Expansion FBI Task Force: Child Sex Crimes

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.

Clean Up Camden County Strategy and Actions Howard Peeples Park Development: Phase II Environmental Court: Best Practices, Application to Camden County Turf Fields: Reports Opioids Reduction Strategy Youth Activities Strategy Veterans Strategy: Needs Assessment – Housing and Services Disk Golf Development Keep Georgia Beautiful: Re-Initiation Community WiFi Amphitheater Development Splash Pad Development St. Marys REC Park: Upgrades (SPLOST)

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CAMDEN COUNTY ACTION AGENDA 2018

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Camden County Policy Agenda 2018 TOP PRIORITY Public Safety Radio System SPLOST #8 Fleet Facility Spaceport Camden: Development Technical College Development Shared Services: GIS, Fleet

HIGH PRIORITY Tax Exemption/Tax Rate: Direction Joint Law Enforcement/Community Recreation Gun Range County-wide Stormwater/Drainage Master Plan Heroes Park Development County Owned Property: Inventory, Direction Innovation Research Park: Development

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Camden County Management Agenda 2018 TOP PRIORITY 580 Acres Property Acceptance State Lobbying/Advocacy and Legislative Agenda County Employee Performance Evaluation System: Implementation Financial Policies: Update Building without Permits: Implementation

HIGH PRIORITY Management Succession Plan/Program Building Security Assessment and Plan Disaster/NIMS Training Service Delivery: Evaluation and Update Airport: Evaluation and Direction

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Camden County JDA Action Agenda 2018 TOP PRIORITY St. Marys Marine Center: Development Technical College Access Road (OTH) Freeport Exemption Level IV: eCommerce Distribution Center Project Helm Wildlife Defense Project Big Fish Project Fish Hook Project May

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Management in Progress 2018 Camden County Annual Photo Contest LMIG 2018 Submittal Hurricane Matthew: FEMA Closeout Strategic Plan 2018: Update Annual Report Diversity Training Fire Promotion Process: Update Aljon Remanufacturing Mobile Devices Management County Website: Redesign EMA Restructure Terms and Conditions Guidelines/Training Incident Command/Management Team: Formalization “Out of Service” Criteria for Vehicles Inventory Parts/Supply Room Workers Comp Supervisory Training Onboarding/Off Boarding Process

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Benefits Analytics Video Conferencing with Juvenile Justice Performance Dashboard Development All Lines Aggregate Insurance Policy/Report MSW Cell Permit Solid Waste Authority Land Permitting: Initiated Annual Destruction: General Government Records Vehicle Replacements for 2018 Application Tracking System Fluorescent Shirts – Public Works Retirement Accounts to New Company D5 Equipment Replacement (SWA) Jail Commissary Kiosk Expansion D6/D7 Equipment Repair/Refurb (SWA) Articulating Dump Trucks (2) Fire Tanker Replacement IT Operating Systems: Upgrade Timber Removal/Replacement Sheriff Virtual Desk Top Environments Cyber Security Framework National Institute for Government Purchasing (NIGP) Accreditation

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Equipment Purchase Email Domain (camdencountyga.gov) MainPoint Health and Wellness: Re-Branding Drone Use: Expansion Compensation for Paramedics Mobile Tablets New Cardiac Monitors: Lease Purchase Financial Audit Financial Awards Automated Site Recovery All Hazards Preparedness ADA Compliance Plan: Update Fire Policies and SOP: Update Sheriff Vehicle Replacement County Contracts: Upload through 2018 2018 Codification to County Code VHF Radio System Hand Held Radios and Additional Base: Procurement Hurricane Irma: FEMA Submissions for Reimbursement of Expenses Fire/EMS Strategic Plan Copyright © 2017: Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc.

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Moducom Software/Hardware Upgrade Benefit Enrollment Guide SPLOST #7 Collections/Final Report SWAT Gear and Equipment Update HR Form Automation Special Operations Division: Additional Vehicles Lab Equipment: Upgrade Weekly/Quarterly eNewsletters Monthly Employee eNewsletters Service Recognition and Employee Committee 2020 Census: Preparation ISO Preparation New Property Tax System Software: Installation Online Property Tax Payment System: Update Credit Card Payments: Property Tax Personal Property Tax Collection: Improvements More Vehicle System/Driver License Services Integration Coastal Resiliency Projects: Web App Clean Water Act: Septic Tank Repair and Replacement

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JDA: Website Spaceport Website: Update Parks/Playgrounds Inspections Platinum Level Wellness Award: Application Speed Limit Mobile Signs CHAMPS to Elementary Schools Active Shooter Program Development Patient Satisfaction Survey Rec Center: New Programs Internet Crimes against Children: Expansion FBI Task Force: Child Sex Crimes

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Major Projects 2018 Hurricane Irma Repairs Jail LED Renovation Road Department Office Building Expansion Jail Chiller Energy Efficiency: County Facilities (A/C Changes) MSW Landfill: Pond Cleaning Jail/Sheriff’s Office Water Re-Pipe Juvenile Justice Building Renovation Deep Creek Bridge Repair St. Marys Drive Repairs Road Repairs Harrietts Bluff Road Drainage Pipeline Browntown Road Drainage Pipes Lang Lane Re-Open Satilla Bluff Road Incachee Road Kingsland Bypass: Phase 1

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Dirt Road Maintenance Paved Roads Mowing Pickleball Courts (3) Recreation Center Gym Floor Replacement Mary B. Smart Park: Walking Trail Tabby Ruins Walking Trail Weight Room Equipment: Replacement Sweetwater Park: Amenities (Phase II) Gum Branch Trails: Phase I

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