2022-2027-2037 Strategic Plan by CamdenCountyBOC

Camden County Board of Commissioners

2022-2027-2037

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Strategic Plan

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STRATEGIC PLAN 2022 → 2027 → 2037 Camden County Board of Commissioners

Camden County, Georgia December 2021 Facilitated by: Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc. 401 E Las Olas Blvd, Ste 130-591 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301-2477

Phone: 386-246-6250 Email: sumekassoc@gmail.com

Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Table of Contents Strategic Planning for Camden County

Camden County Vision 2037

Camden County Government Mission

Camden County Plan 2022 – 2027

Camden County Action Agenda 2022

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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-based 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 2037

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Camden County Vision 2037 CAMDEN COUNTY 2037 is the PREMIER COASTAL COMMUNITY OF GEORGIA – BEAUTIFUL (A), SAFE (B).

CAMDEN COUNTY 2037 has a STRONG REGIONAL ECONOMY AND DIVERSE JOB OPPORTUNITIES with four major pillars: an ACTIVE NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE (C), a SUCCESSFUL WORLD-CLASS SPACEPORT (D), SPORTS TOURISM (E) AND a TECHNOLOGY CORRIDOR (F).

CAMDEN COUNTY 2037 has RELAXED LIVING with QUALITY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS (G), ABUNDANT LEISURE CHOICES FOR ALL (H).

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Camden County Vision 2037 PRINCIPLE A

PRINCIPLE B

BEAUTIFUL

SAFE

 Means 1. Attractive gateways and entrances to Camden County especially from I-95 2. Appropriate County signage at exit 1 and exit 26 3. Well-maintained and beautiful parks and open spaces 4. Updated, well-maintained, attractive County buildings and facilities 5. Lighting Improvements for I-95 Interchanges

 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. Low crime rate 4. If crimes occur, the criminals are arrested and prosecuted in a timely manner 5. Residents and businesses working in partnership with law enforcement agencies to create a safe Camden County community 6. Camden County prepared for, able to respond, and to restore service, and recover from a major disaster

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PRINCIPLE C

PRINCIPLE D

ACTIVE NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE

SUCCESSFUL WORLD-CLASS SPACEPORT

 Means 1. Maintained the number of submarines at the Naval Submarine Base 2. Impact payment to education/schools 3. Diversification of commands at the Naval Submarine Base 4. Potential use of excess land on the base 5. Upcoming Columbia-class submarines

 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. Increasing launch capacity 5. Link to Higher Education campus development to support the Spaceport 6. Strong partnership between the private sector, Aerospace Companies and Spaceport Camden County 7. Support businesses for Spaceport operation 8. Defining brand: the “Aerospace Center of United States” and “Georgia’s Space Coast” 9. I-95 high technology corridor including Aerospace Commerce Center

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PRINCIPLE E

PRINCIPLE F

SPORTS TOURISM

TECHNOLOGY CORRIDOR

 Means 1. Reputation as the "Amateur Sports Center of Georgia and North Florida" 2. Top quality outdoor sports complexes for regional and national tournaments 3. Indoor sports facility for basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, cheerleading, etc. 4. Intercollegiate tournaments bringing in teams from the north 5. Developing tournaments for emerging sports: lacrosse, quidditch, disk golf etc.

 Means 1. Higher Education 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)

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PRINCIPLE G

PRINCIPLE H

QUALITY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS

ABUNDANT LEISURE CHOICES FOR ALL

 Means 1. Future developments following Camden County plans and meeting the development standards and regulations 2. Reliable delivery of utility services 3. Incorporation of smart growth principles into future development in Camden County: cluster units, water and sewer service 4. Opportunities for homeownership – high percentage of homeownership 5. Quality infrastructure for water and sewer: well designed and well maintained

 Means 1. Well-designed, well-maintained sports complexes for local, recreational, and tournament use 2. State-of-the-art library facilities and services 3. Performing Arts Center for local and regional performances and uses

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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. Listening to and knowing the needs of residents and businesses 2. Providing a timely response to a service request 3. Acting in a respectful and courteous manner with County customers 4. Providing easy access to County information and services 5. Knowing who is the customer 6. Taking time to explain decisions or actions, especially when the answer is "no" 7. Solving the customer’s problem; or refer the customer to the person who can help them

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PRINCIPLE 3

PRINCIPLE 4

FINANCIALLY SUSTAINABLE GOVERNMENT

TRANSPARENT GOVERNMENT

 Means 1. Delivering defined County services in the most efficient and cost-effective manner 2. Providing service value to the taxpayers of Camden County 3. Developing a fiscally responsible annual budget 4. Working with other governments on shared services 5. Having effective financial systems, reporting and controls 6. Developing and annually updating a long-range (5 year) financial plan and financial policies

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

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CAMDEN COUNTY PLAN 2022 – 2027

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Camden County Goals 2027 FINANCIALLY SOUND COUNTY PROVIDING EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AND VALUE

GROW THE LOCAL ECONOMY

MANAGED GROWTH AND PLAN FOR RESILIENCY

GREAT PLACE TO LIVE

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Goal 1 Financially Sound County Providing Exceptional Service and Value OBJECTIVES 1. Provide financially responsible budget with appropriate tax level that supports exceptional County services 2. Provide financially responsible budget with appropriate tax level that supports exceptional County services 3. Maintain 25% fund balance for General Fund 4. Increase cyber and information security 5. Hire, develop and retain a top-quality County employees 6. Expand maintenance and upgrade County buildings, facilities and infrastructure

VALUE TO COMMUNITY 1. Service value for their taxes and fees 2. Reliable delivery of County services 3. Timely response for a service call: emergency and nonemergency 4. County prepared for the future growth and development 5. Top-quality, exceptional customer service from the County government 6. Responsible fiscal stewardship by County Commission and government

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SHORT-TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 1. Actions by federal and State of Georgia impacting County revenues, finances and services, local control 2. Rising costs of conducting County business: materials, contracts, healthcare, pensions, utilities, employee costs, insurance costs 3. Determining the best projects for Federal funding through the American Rescue Program and Infrastructure Program 4. Roads at end or beyond life cycle 5. Tax Digest reliance on residential base (88%) 6. Uncertain national and global economy with increasing inflation and a potential recession 7. Conflicts with the Sheriff’s office 8. Difficulty in finding quality candidates for County employment 9. Growing demands for County services, including an aging population requiring more County services

LONG-TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 1. Funding for staffing needs across all County departments 2. Working with other governments to expand shared services 3. SPLOST #8 priorities and project timing with increasing construction costs 4. Preparing for T-SPLOST which will fund road improvements 5. Funding for information technology upgrades and data storage 6. Funding for emergency situations 7. Funding for grant matching dollars 8. Understanding and responding to the impacts of Covid-19 both short term and long term 9. Funding for bridge maintenance, repairs and upgrade

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MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2022 (continued)

POLICY ACTIONS 2022 1. Comprehensive County Facilities Master Plan; Development and Funding Mechanism 2. Local Options Sales Tax (LOST) Agreement with Cities on County Services: Direction and Approval 3. GIS Department: Report, Direction and Funding 4. Annex Building Phase 1 – Election Space/Locations/Staffing: Direction and Funding 5. Grants Matching Funds: Direction and Funding 6. County Buildings and Facilities Security Phase 2: Assessment Report, Direction and Funding 7. County-PSA Relations/Responsibilities: Definition and Direction 8. Public Safety Complex/Jail Facility – Land Acquisition: Direction and Funding

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MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2022 1. Public Works/Fleet/Fuel Facility: Architectural Design and RFP for Construction 2. Residential Curbside Solid Waste Collection: Direction and Implementation

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3. Resiliency Operations Center (ROC) (Former GA Power): Design and RFP for Construction 4. Communications/EOC Facility: RFP for Design 5. New Public Health Building: Location, Grant and Funding 6. County Financial Policies: Review and Revision 7. Public Safety Radio System Equipment: Direction and Funding (800 MHz) 8. Build Back Better/Federal Infrastructure Project Priorities: Direction and Project Planning 9. Timber Tax Collection: Monitoring and Report System 10. Landfill Expansion/Cell #8 Construction 11. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Program: Direction and Projects 12. Outsourcing Opportunities: Report and Direction 13. Radio System Management and Sustainment: Maintenance Contract: Direction 14. State of Georgia Advocacy and Legislative Agenda Direction and Actions 15. Local Emergency Plans: Development and Implementation 16. County-Owned Property: Direction on Use or Sale

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2022 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Revenue Outcome Projections: Improvements Financial Internal Control: Update Certification for Technicians ASE and EVT Shop Tools and Equipment: Update Landfill Sites Monitoring Strategic Plan 2022 – 2027 – 2037: Update Ambulance: Waiting Delivery (2) and Order (1) Pit for Dirt: Application Finance Conflict of Interest Form Assessor’s Office 2022 Re-Evaluation a. Residential b. I-95 Corridor Commercial Properties 11. MSW Landfill Expansion (30-Year Capacity): Presentation 12. Transportation Contract with Coastal Regional Commission for Evacuation Support 13. Crisis Management and Decision-Making Workshops 14. VOAD Enhancement 15. Debris Management Plan Revision 16. Leachate Pump: Installation 17. Landfill Permit: Renew a. MSW b. C & D 18. Fleet Capital Investment Program 19. PTO: Completion 20. Diversity Training Program 21. Fire Employee Retention Survey: Completion 22. Citizens’ Academy Program 2022

MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2022 23. 24. 25. 26. 27.

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Camden County Employee Handbook: Update Residential Drop Off Area: Development MainPoint TV in Lobby MainPoint Health DVDs Public Outreach Training a. Stop the Bleed b. First Aid c. Business Community d. All Hazard Preparation Fire Grants: AFG Grants Fire Mobile Tablets: Replacement (6) CPA Annual Audit a. 2021 b. 2022 Budget Award: Preparation: 2022 Lucas Device Upgrade HMGP – LRAD & AM Stations (FEMA) HMGP Elevation (FEMA) Public Works Equipment a. D4 – 5 Dozer b. Pickup Trucks (2) Lunch and Learn Program: Improvements Annual Public Safety Classification & Compensation Report Life Cycle Cost Management: Development Network Mapping General Government Records Annual Destruction

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2022 41. Records Retention Facility: Records Inventory and Funding 42. Server Room Security: FOB Readers 43. Geographic Storage Location for Replication of Data (BUDGET FY 23) 44. Animal Control: In-House Training Program 45. Photo Contest 2022 46. Social Media Policy: Update 47. GFOA Financial Reporting Award: Preparation a. FY 21 b. FY 22 48. Citizen Fire Academy: Development 49. Applicant Tracking System: Implementation 50. GIS Data Inventory and County Map Gallery 51. Animal Control Interactive Link: CCSO, KPD and SMPD (BUDGET FY 23) 52. 2022 Annual Report 53. Countywide Time Keeping System: Funding (BUDGET FY 23) 54. Nurse Practitioner: Funding (BUDGET FY 23) 55. County Website: Redesign 56. County Mobile Apps: Upgrade 57. Firefighter Certification: EMT-B 58. School Resource Officers: School District Participation, Mission, Direction and Funding (3) 59. Silent Alarm and Emergency Procedures 60. Timber Harvesting Website Testing 61. CE and ACO Body Cameras: Direction and Funding (BUDGET FY 23) Copyright © 2021: Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc.

MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2022 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80.

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ISO/BCEGS Rating Improvement Plan SmartGov Mobile App for Permitted Inspections Alcohol License Application Online Portal: Addition Subdivision Plat Reviewing Process: Refinement SmartGov GIS Module: Add MainPoint EKG Machine Replacement Cyber Security Framework Starlink Testing Windows 11 Adaption VPN to Cellular Phones: License Purchase (BUDGET FY 23) Internet Bandwidth Increase for Cellular Phones (BUDGET FY 23) Emergency Services Recruiter Position: Development and Hiring Employee Referral Incentive Program: Development Employee Use of Camden Clinic Free Policy: Development (BOC DECISION) Tuition Assistance Program: Development (BUDGET FY 23) New 2nd Fleet Mobile Truck Fleet Replacement Schedule: Update Fleet Shop Equipment Replacement Fire Apparatus Replacement a. Engine b. Tanker Annual Generator Maintenance Contract EMA Mobile Command Trailer

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2022 (continued) 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92.

Dedicated/Deployable Medical Clinic Open Records Management Software Agenda Management Software Bryan Lang Digitalization of Loose Records and African American Funeral Program 2022 Property Digest Homestead Exemption Audit Mobile Home Appraiser Position: Development and Hiring (BUDGET FY 23) Animal Control Supervisor Vehicle Replacement (BUDGET FY 23) Animal Control Education Program: Expansion Employee Recognition Program

MAJOR PROJECT 2022 1. Juvenile Justice Building Security Cameras 2. Bryan-Lang Building Improvements 3. MainPoint Facility Improvements a. ADA Compliance b. Drainage c. Parking Lot d. Sick Patient Entrance e. Office Expansion 4. Fuel Station: Update 5. Public Defender’s Office Foundation Repairs 6. Camden County Jail Bathroom Refurbishment 7. Library Interior Renovations 8. A/C Units Replacement 9. Fire Station 16 Parking Lot Repairs/Replacement 10. Fire Station 12: a. City Sewer Service b. Roof Replacement 11. Fire Rescue Headquarters Roof Replacement 12. ArchivesSpace CMS Moving (BUDGET FY 23)

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ON THE HORIZON 2023 – 2027 1. Internal Auditor Position: Direction and Funding 2. T-SPLOST: Direction, Project Priority, Plan, and Preparation for Elections 3. County Strategic Proactive Communications Policy, Staffing and Plan: Direction and Funding 4. County-wide Compensation Policy: Study, Direction and Funding 5. Cyber Security Plan: Direction and Funding 6. Sheriff Funding Resolution: Direction and Funding 7. Next SPLOST: Initial Planning 8. Tax Rate: Policy Direction 9. Governmental Transparency: Goals/Outcomes, Best Practices, Report with Options and Direction 10. Police Sub-Stations: Direction 11. Library: Direction 12. County Buildings and Facilities Clean-Up Program: Direction and County Actions 13. Vehicle and Equipment Replacement: Schedule and Funding 14. Fire Training Facility: Report, Direction and Funding

ON THE HORIZON 2023 – 2027 15. Health/Wellness Building Expansion: Direction and Funding 16. Financial Plan for an Economic Recession: Development, Direction and Short-Term Actions 17. Treadmill Stress Test/PFT System: Replacement 18. Long-Range Financial Plan/Model: Best Practices, Review and Refinement 19. Paramedic Staffing/Equipment: Direction and Funding 20. County New Revenue Options: Report with Options, Direction and County Actions 21. Fire Overtime: Analysis, Report with Findings and Recommendations, Direction and County Actions 22. Health Insurance Cost Containment: Analysis, Report with Options and Direction 23. Community Engagement Policy and Action Plan: Update, Direction and County Actions 24. Fire Revenue Study: Legislative Priority, Completion and Direction 25. Potential Facility Relocation: Needs Assessment, Cost/Benefit Analysis and Direction

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Goal 2 Grow the Local Economy OBJECTIVES 1. Develop Hi-Tech Space Park to support Spaceport Camden 2. Have a successfully operating Spaceport Camden 3. Improve County infrastructure to support business investments and the local economy 4. Develop innovator/incubator space with Technical College 5. Expand commercial tax base (25%) less reliance on residential tax base

VALUE TO COMMUNITY 1. More job opportunities and specifically quality jobs for our children 2. Opportunities to start and grow a business in Camden County 3. Expanded commercial tax base reducing the tax burden on property owners 4. Ability to work near home – more leisure and family time 5. Businesses investing in Camden County

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SHORT-TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 1. JDA delivering results – new businesses and job opportunities 2. Lack of workforce for governments and businesses 3. Lack of an airport to support economic development 4. Expanding the Technical College as an economic engine 5. Delivering Spaceport Camden 6. Promoting the transportation network: ports, I-95 and airport 7. Funding future economic development activities

LONG-TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Lack of public utilities to potential sites Keeping the public engaged and managing expectations Creating more job opportunities for County residents Expanding sports facilities for more tournaments Closing the “deal” and delivering tangible results Dependence on the Navy Uncertain future economy and recovery from COVID-19 pandemic 8. Having County residents seek job within Camden County 9. Lack of business diversifications 10. Impacts of the State of Florida increase in the minimum wage

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2022

POLICY ACTIONS 2022 1. Spaceport Camden Development: Operating Plan, Development, and Next Steps

Top Priority

2. Airport Development: Direction, and County Actions 3. Hi-Tech/Space Park Commercial Center: Development 4. Industrial Manufacturing Business Recruitment Attraction Strategy: Goals/Outcomes, Market Analysis, Roles – JDA and County, Report with Options, Direction, and Actions 5. DoD/Contractor Strategy and Support Business Attraction: Direction and Actions

Top Priority Top Priority High Priority

Small Distribution Companies (3) Camden Industrial Park Marketing Project Iron Man – 2: Purchase Agreement SG Block Camden Industrial Park Expansion: Letter of Interest Property Owner 6. Plug Power Site Development

ON THE HORIZON 2023 – 2027

MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2022 1. Center of Excellence (with a Focus on Space Cyber, & National Defense) to include Incubator Program, STEM, Accelerator Program, & Partnerships with NASA, DOD, & Other Agencies: Development Agreements, Direction, & County Action 2. Cumberland Inlet Marina Development Project: Agreement and Ground Breaking 3. Pass Freeport Exemption Level IV: eCommerce Distribution Centers

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Top Priority

1. Higher Education Strategy: Direction 2. Business Retention/Growth Strategy: Report, Direction, and Actions 3. Overall Tourism Development Strategy: Direction 4. Sports Tourism Development Strategy: Report, Direction, and Actions 5. Opportunity Zone: Work with State, Direction and County Actions

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Goal 3 Managed Growth and Plan for Resiliency OBJECTIVES 1. Maintain/upgrade condition of County roads 2. Maintain a workable and enforceable Unified Development Code throughout Camden County 3. Develop an effective stormwater management and drainage system 4. Maintain and upgrade County infrastructure 5. Fund County services and staffing to support population growth

VALUE TO COMMUNITY 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 AND OPPORTUNITIES 1. Replacing the airport 2. Lack of utility infrastructure in the County 3. Inadequate funding for infrastructure maintenance and upgrade 4. Roads expansion and upgrades 5. Implementing SPLOST #8 projects and educating/informing the community 6. Increasing federal government and State of Georgia mandates and regulatory requirements 7. Increasing costs of construction and County service delivery

LONG-TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

Working with the U. S. Corps of Engineers Major annexations by the cities in Camden County Lack of infrastructure in northern Camden County Coordinating growth and development with cities Unknown impacts of Spaceport Camden Determining who should pay for growth: current or new residents Understanding changing and aging demographics and the impacts on County services Defining government’s role in regulating and planning for growth Working with GDOT Large of untaxed land Lack of collaborative planning with the cities and the Naval Base Addressing wetlands and stormwater issues

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2022

POLICY ACTIONS 2022 1. Regional Stormwater Management Master Plan/Strategy: Funding for Development 2. Comprehensive Capital Improvement Program (5-Year): Development, Direction, and Funding Mechanism 3. UDC Modification: Direction and Actions 4. Paved/Unpaved Roads: Service Level, Direction and Funding 5. Comprehensive Transportation/Mobility Master Plan: Funding for Development

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Cross Pipe Culverts Inspections and Replacement Community Rating System: Annual Public Information GPS Equipment Upgrade: Testing and Direction Horsepen Creek Watershed Septic Systems Replacement: Phase 3 5. Public Works Equipment Purchase/Lease Program a. Dozer b. Boom Mower c. Motor Grader 6. GDOT Bridge Inspections and Complete Repairs

MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2022 1. Community Broadband/Internet Service Infrastructure: Report, Direction, and Funding 2. GIS Data for Signs, Culverts and Easements Asset Inventory and Report 3. Old Still Bridge Replacement (GDOT Funding) 4. Kingsland Bypass Development: Phase 2: Final Design and ROW Acquisition 5. Hurricane Evacuation Study: Update

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ON THE HORIZON 2023 – 2027

MAJOR PROJECTS 2022 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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Annual Sign Replacement Annual Pothole Repairs Annual ROW Limbs Removal/Maintenance Annual Stormwater Ditch Cleaning Bristol Hammock Outfall Ditch Improvement Pavement Preservation LMIG a. 2021 b. 2022 c. SPLOST Old Post Road Dig Out Dirt Road Maintenance (15-20 miles) Oakhill Church Road/Mallet Creek Cross Pipes Replacement Dover Bluff Road Cross Pipes Repair/Replacement

1. Code Compliance: Evaluation, Report, Direction, and Actions 2. County Bridges Assessment and Replacement Plan 3. Cumberland Island Public Access: Report with Options, County Role, Direction, and County Actions 4. Interchange Development: Outcomes, Direction and County Actions 5. Sea Level Rise Assessment and Action Plan: Report and Directions 6. Highway 40 Properties Sale: Direction 7. Electric Vehicles Plan: Research, Best Practices, Report with Options, Direction and County Actions

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

Enhance recreational programs for all (through the PSA) Improve access to the County waterways Maintain safe community Upgrade County properties and facilities Develop attractive entrances and gateways to Camden County

VALUE TO COMMUNITY 1. 2. 3. 4.

More beautiful and thriving community Increasing choices for your leisure time Protection/enhancement of property values Facilities, programs and activities for all family generations 5. More reason to live in Camden County

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SHORT-TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Expanding community use of the gun range Lack of mental health services or options Increasing problems with drug addiction Enhancing access to water Community acceptance of junk, litter and code violations Unattractive entrance and I-95 interchanges

LONG-TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 1. Continuing to enhance the image of PSA – overcoming the past negative image 2. Vacant and deteriorating structures and lots 3. Resolving the problems associated with heirs properties 4. Addressing code enforcement violators – “frequent offenders” 5. Reducing litter and trash 6. Unhealthy living conditions and structures, especially mobile home parks 7. Illegal dumping 8. Financial accountability of the PSA 9. Affordable housing for workforce 10. Poor landscape maintenance throughout the County, especially ROW maintenance 11. Understanding the impact of climate changes and sea level rise

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2022

POLICY ACTIONS 2022 1. Veterans/Mental Health Strategy: Report, Direction, and Actions 2. Heroes Park: Goals, Update Report, Direction, and County Actions 3. Criminal Justice Council: Re-Establishment 4. Abandoned/Vacant Properties/Structures: Strategy, Direction and County Actions

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MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2022 1. Blue Bridge Boat Ramp: Property Acquisition and Next Steps 2. Two Rivers Gun Range Sustainable Business Model: Implementation 3. Trash Trucks Enforcement: Direction 4. Camden County Cleanup Program – “Keep Georgia Beautiful”: Direction and Funding – Baseline Study and Litter Survey

1. Active Shooter Program Development 2. Internet Crimes Against Children: Expansion: FBI Training and Funding 3. Two Rivers Gun Range SOPs: Finalization 4. Two Rivers Gun Range Member Expansion (Goal: 350400) 5. Two Rivers Gun Range Website: Development 6. Digital Kongsberg Target Systems Competitive Mode: Training 7. Taser Program: Funding and Acquisition 8. Sheriff Vehicles Replacement Program: Direction and Funding

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MAJOR PROJECTS 2022 High Priority

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Two Rivers Gun Range Storage Building: Construction Substation Fuel Dispensers Replacement: Completion

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ON THE HORIZON 2023 – 2027 1. Opioids Reduction Strategy: Litigation 2. Heroes Park Master Plan: Direction, Funding and Development 3. Internet Service Upgrade/Expansion 4. Abandoned/Vacant Properties/Structures: Strategy, Direction, and County Actions (including Heirs Issues) 5. CEPTED Concept: Goals, Concept, Best Practices, Report with Options and Direction 6. Code Offenders Strategy: Problem Analysis, Best Practices, Report with Options, Direction and County Actions 7. Storm Ready – Sea Level Rise: Report and Direction 8. Homeless Strategy: Problem Analysis, Best Practices, Report with Options, Direction and County Actions

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CAMDEN COUNTY ACTION AGENDA 2022

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Camden County Board Agenda 2022 TOP PRIORITY Comprehensive County Facilities Master Plan: Development and Funding Mechanism Spaceport Camden Development: Operating Plan, Development, and Next Steps Airport Development: Direction, and County Actions Veterans/Mental Health: Needs Assessment, Partners, Report, and Direction Hi-Tech/Space Park Commercial Center: Development Regional Stormwater Management Master Plan/Strategy: Funding for Development

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

HIGH PRIORITY Heroes Park: Goals, Update Report, Direction, and County Actions Local Options Sales Tax (LOST) Agreement with Cities on County Services: Direction and Approval GIS Department: Report, Direction and Funding Industrial Manufacturing Business Recruitment Attraction Strategy: Goals/Outcomes, Market Analysis, Roles – JDA and County, Report with Options, Direction, and Actions Annex Building Phase 1 – Election Space/Locations/Staffing: Direction and Funding Criminal Justice Council: Re-Establishment Comprehensive Capital Improvement Program (5-Year): Development, Direction, and Funding Mechanism

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Camden County Management Agenda 2022 TOP PRIORITY Public Works/Fleet/Fuel Facility: Architectural Design and RFP for Construction Residential Curbside Solid Waste Collection: Direction and Implementation Resiliency Operations Center (ROC) (Former Georgia Power Building): Design and RFP for Construction Communications/EOC Facility: RFP for Design New Public Health Building: Grant and Funding Center of Excellence (with a Focus on Space, Cyber, & National Defense) to include Incubator Program, STEM, Accelerator Program, & Partnerships with NASA, DOD, & Other Agencies: Development Agreements, Direction, & County Action Blue Bridge Boat Ramp: Property Acquisition and Next Steps

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

HIGH PRIORITY Two Rivers Gun Range Sustainable Business Model: Implementation County Financial Policies: Review and Revision Public Safety Radio System Equipment: Direction and Funding (800 MHz) Community Broadband/Internet Service Infrastructure: Report, Direction, and Funding Build Back Better/Federal Infrastructure Project Priorities: Direction and Project Planning GIS Data for Signs, Culverts and Easements Asset Inventory and Report Trash Trucks Enforcement: Direction

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Camden County Management in Progress 2022 Revenue Outcome Projections: Improvements Financial Internal Control: Update Certification for Technicians ASE and EVT Shop Tools and Equipment: Update Landfill Sites Monitoring Strategic Plan 2022 – 2027 – 2037: Update Ambulance: Waiting Delivery (2) and Order (1) Pit for Dirt: Application Finance Conflict of Interest Form Assessor’s Office 2022 Re-Evaluation: Residential; I-95 Corridor Commercial Properties MSW Landfill Expansion (30-Year Capacity): Presentation Transportation Contract with Coastal Regional Commission for Evacuation Support Crisis Management and Decision-Making Workshops VOAD Enhancement Debris Management Plan Revision Leachate Pump: Installation Landfill Permit: Renew: MSW; C & D Copyright © 2021: Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc.

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Fleet Capital Investment Program PTO: Completion Diversity Training Program Fire Employee Retention Survey: Completion Citizens’ Academy Program 2022 Camden County Employee Handbook: Update Residential Drop Off Area: Development MainPoint TV in Lobby MainPoint Health DVDs Public Outreach Training: Stop the Bleed; First Aid; Business Community; All Hazard Preparation Fire Grants: AFG Grants Fire Mobile Tablets: Replacement (6) CPA Annual Audit: 2021; 2022 Budget Award: Preparation: 2022 Lucas Device Upgrade HMGP – LRAD & AM Stations (FEMA) HMGP Elevation (FEMA) Public Works Equipment: D4 – 5 Dozer; Pickup Trucks (2) Lunch and Learn Program: Improvements Annual Public Safety Classification & Compensation Report Life Cycle Cost Management: Development

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Network Mapping General Government Records Annual Destruction Records Retention Facility: Records Inventory and Funding Server Room Security: FOB Readers Geographic Storage Location for Replication of Data (BUDGET FY 23) Animal Control: In-House Training Program Photo Contest 2022 Social Media Policy: Update GFOA Financial Reporting Award: Preparation: FY 21; FY 22 Citizen Fire Academy: Development Applicant Tracking System: Implementation GIS Data Inventory and County Map Gallery Animal Control Interactive Link: CCSO, KPD and SMPD (BUDGET FY 23) 2022 Annual Report Countywide Time Keeping System: Funding (BUDGET FY 23) Nurse Practitioner: Funding (BUDGET FY 23) County Website: Redesign County Mobile Apps: Upgrade Firefighter Certification: EMT-B School Resource Officers: School District Participation, Mission, Direction and Funding (3) Silent Alarm and Emergency Procedures

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Timber Harvesting Website Testing CE and ACO Body Cameras: Direction and Funding (BUDGET FY 23) ISO/BCEGS Rating Improvement Plan SmartGov Mobile App for Permitted Inspections Alcohol License Application Online Portal: Addition Subdivision Plat Reviewing Process: Refinement SmartGov GIS Module: Add MainPoint EKG Machine Replacement Cyber Security Framework Starlink Testing Windows 11 Adaption VPN to Cellular Phones: License Purchase (BUDGET FY 23) Internet Bandwidth Increase for Cellular Phones (BUDGET FY 23) Emergency Services Recruiter Position: Development and Hiring Employee Referral Incentive Program: Development Employee Use of Camden Clinic Free Policy: Development (BOC DECISION) Tuition Assistance Program: Development (BUDGET FY 23) New 2nd Fleet Mobile Truck Fleet Replacement Schedule: Update Fleet Shop Equipment Replacement Fire Apparatus Replacement: Engine; Tanker

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Annual Generator Maintenance Contract EMA Mobile Command Trailer Dedicated/Deployable Medical Clinic Open Records Management Software Agenda Management Software Bryan Lang Digitalization of Loose Records and African American Funeral Program 2022 Property Digest Homestead Exemption Audit Mobile Home Appraiser Position: Development and Hiring (BUDGET FY 23) Animal Control Supervisor Vehicle Replacement (BUDGET FY 23) Animal Control Education Program: Expansion Employee Recognition Program Small Distribution Companies (3) Camden Industrial Park Marketing Project Iron Man – 2: Purchase Agreement SG Block Camden Industrial Park Expansion: Letter of Interest Property Owner Plug Power Site Development Cross Pipe Culverts Inspections and Replacement Community Rating System: Annual Public Information GPS Equipment Upgrade: Testing and Direction

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Horsepen Creek Watershed Septic Systems Replacement: Phase 3 Public Works Equipment Purchase/Lease Program: Dozer; Boom Mower; Motor Grader GDOT Bridge Inspections and Complete Repairs Active Shooter Program Development Internet Crimes Against Children: Expansion: FBI Training and Funding Two Rivers Gun Range SOP’s: Finalization Two Rivers Gun Range Member Expansion (Goal: 350-400) Two Rivers Gun Range Website: Development Digital Kongsberg Target Systems Competitive Mode: Training Taser Program: Funding and Acquisition Sheriff Vehicles Replacement Program: Direction and Funding

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Camden County Major Projects 2022 Juvenile Justice Building Security Cameras Bryan-Lang Building Improvements MainPoint Facility Improvements: ADA Compliance; Drainage; Parking Lot; Sick Patient Entrance; Office Expansion Fuel Station: Update Public Defender’s Office Foundation Repairs Camden County Jail Bathroom Refurbishment Library Interior Renovations A/C Units Replacement Fire Station 16 Parking Lot Repairs/Replacement Fire Station 12: City Sewer Service; Roof Replacement Fire Rescue Headquarters Roof Replacement ArchivesSpace CMS Moving (BUDGET FY 23) Annual Sign Replacement Annual Pothole Repairs Annual ROW Limbs Removal/Maintenance Annual Stormwater Ditch Cleaning Bristol Hammock Outfall Ditch Improvement

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Strategic Plan: 2022 – 2027 – 2037/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Pavement Preservation LMIG: 2021; 2022; SPLOST Old Post Road Dig Out Dirt Road Maintenance (15-20 miles) Oakhill Church Road/Mallet Creek Cross Pipes Replacement Dover Bluff Road Cross Pipes Repair/Replacement Two Rivers Gun Range Storage Building: Construction Substation Fuel Dispensers Replacement: Completion

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