Strategic Plan 2019

Strategic Plan CAMDEN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

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STRATEGIC PLAN 2019 → 2024 → 2034 Camden County Board of Commissioners

Camden County, Georgia November 2018 Facilitated by: Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc. 9 Flagship Court Palm Coast, FL 32137-3373

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Table of Contents Strategic Planning for Camden County

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Camden County Vision 2034

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Camden County Government Mission

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Camden County Plan 2019 – 2024

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Camden County Action Agenda 2019

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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 2034

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Camden County Vision 2034 CAMDEN COUNTY 2034 is the PREMIER COASTAL COMMUNITY OF GEORGIA – BEAUTIFUL (A), SAFE (B).

CAMDEN COUNTY 2034 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), SPORT TOURISM (E) AND TECHNOLOGY CORRIDOR (F).

CAMDEN COUNTY 2034 has RELAXED LIVING with QUALITY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS (G), ABUNDANT LEISURE CHOICES FOR ALL (H).

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Camden County Vision 2034 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 for exit 14 and exit 6

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 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

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 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 Georgia Tech 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.

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 Means 1. Georgia Tech 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

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 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

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 Means 1. Listening to and know 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

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 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 - Woodbine, St. Marys and Kingsland; 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 2019 – 2024

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Camden County Goals 2024 FINANCIALLY SOUND COUNTY PROVIDING EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AND VALUE

GROW THE LOCAL ECONOMY

PLANNED AND MANAGED GROWTH

GREAT PLACE TO LIVE

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Goal 1 Financially Sound County Providing Exceptional Service and Value OBJECTIVES 1.

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Provided financially responsible budget with appropriate tax level that supports exceptional County services Maintained/enhanced County government teamwork and performance Delivered County services in the most efficient, cost effective manner Preparation and successful passage of SPLOST Expanded communications with the residents in Camden County

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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 AND OPPORTUNITIES 1.

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Roads at end or beyond life cycle Equipment at end of life cycle and needing replacement – keeping our equipment running 3. Passing SPLOST #8 4. Rising costs of conducting County business: materials, contracts, healthcare, pensions, utilities, employee costs 5. Aging County facilities and buildings need major maintenance or replacement 6. Working with other governments to expand shared services 7. Tax Digest reliance on residential base and no sustainable growth 8. Competitive compensation for all County employees 9. Defining County government roles and responsibilities for services 10. Funding for information technology upgrades and data storage

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Actions by federal and State of Georgia impacting County revenues, finances and services Recovering sales tax revenues from State of Georgia on internet sales Reducing insurance costs 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 Anti-government, anti-tax environment Funding for grant matching dollars

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POLICY ACTIONS 2019

MANAGEMENT ACTIONS 2019

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SPLOST #8 Election

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Public Safety Radio System

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Sheriff Funding: Direction Internal Auditor Position: Creation

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County Financial Policies: Update Timber Tax Collection/Enforcement

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Fleet/Public Works Facility Grants Match Fund: Development

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Election Board: Implementation County Administrator: Hiring

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Georgia Power Building: Direction EOC/Communications Facility: Direction School Resource Officers: Direction Shared Services: Direction Generators and Switch Gear: Direction

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Vehicle and Equipment Policy and Program Finance/Human Resources Software Upgrade: Direction County Owned Property Inventory and Direction Records Retention Facility/Management County Fire/EMS Strategic Plan Solid Waste Services Performance Evaluation State Advocacy and Legislative Agenda

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PSA Computer Upgrades PSA Purchasing Policy Revision PSA Policies Review Strategic Plan 2019: Update County Annual Report Compensation for Paramedics ($) Sheriff Business Continuity Operations SOP Documentation PSA Financial Oversight Plan: Update PSA Technology Update PSA Recreation Tracking Software IT Operating Systems: Upgrade Phase 1 National Institute for Government Purchasing (NIGP) Accreditation Sheriff Network Switches: Upgrade Criminal Division Interview System: Upgrade Self Service User Password – Nervepoint Technology Sheriff Cyber Security Assessment Public – Facing Emergency Dashboard EOC Dashboard Bandwidth Expansion: Phase 1 Benefits Mobile App: Implementation Finance: Conflict of Interest Form Financial Awards: CAFR, Budget Presentation

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2019 23. Camden County Annual Photo Contest: Completion (2018) 24. Mobile Devices Management ($) 25. Incident Command/Management Team: Formalization 26. D7 Cat or D6 – T 27. Articulating Dump Trucks (2) 28. EOC Hand Held Radios and Additional Base: Procurement ($) 29. Hurricane Irma: FEMA Submissions for Reimbursement of Expenses 30. Personal Property Tax Collection: Improvements 31. Williams Communications Installation: 4 Site Simulcast VHF System 32. PSA Event Planning and Development 33. Onboarding/ Offboarding Process 34. Applicant Tracking System 35. Disaster/NIMS Training: Position Specific 36. Building Security Assessment and Plan 37. All Hazards Preparedness: Hurricane Exercise 38. New Property Tax System Software: Installation 39. Online Property Tax Payment System: Update 40. Property Tax Credit Card Payment 41. More Vehicles System/Driver License Service Integration

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2019 42. Comprehensive Emergency Services Contract: Development 43. Inland Location for Temporary Relocation 44. Public Works and Permitting Map Application: Development 45. Video Conferencing with Juvenile Justice 46. All Lines Aggregate Insurance Policy/Report (Self Insurance) 47. Annual Destruction: General Government Records 48. Animal Control Document Reformation 49. PSA Budget Overhaul 50. PSA Building Renovation Plan 51. PSA Community Public/Private Strategy 52. Finance Department Structure 53. LMIG 2019 Submittal: Project Completion (5) 54. Diversity Training 55. Workers Comp Supervisory Training 56. Benefit Analytics 57. Performance Dashboard Development ($) 58. Fire Mobile Tablets: Replacements ($) 59. Fire Policies and SOP: Update 60. Sheriff Vehicle Replacement ($) 61. In Car Laptops for Sheriff’s Fleet 62. Citizen Academy 2019 63. GIS Data Inventory and County Map Gallery

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Building Inspector: ICC Certification Lighting Safety Policy: Development PSA Social Media Presence Total Compensation Statements Management Succession Plan/Program: Update Report Financial Audit SPLOST #7 Collections/Final Report Animal Control Officer Certification ($) Zoning Web Application and Map Level 1 Georgia Association of Code Enforcement Certification County Code Book: 2019 Codification ($) HR Form Automation County Code Enforcement Map Application and Dashboard County Property and Land Audit County Owned Vehicles Audit Open claims Review Fire Promotion Process Update Inventory Parts/Supply Room Vehicle Replacements: 2019 Fire Tankers Replacement ($) Census 2020 Preparation Fleet Electronic Submission of all Invoices Sheriff IT Upgrades ($)

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County Contracts: Update In House HR/Manager Training 2 Year Leadership Development Plan Legal Documents for Trademark PSA Fitness Facility and Equipment Improvements Fixed Inventory/Work Order Software: Funding ($) (Fleet, Public works, Facilities) Low Boy Truck and Trailer (SPLOST) SWAT Gear and Equipment: Update ($) Special Operations Division: Additional Vehicles ($) Lab Equipment: Upgrade ($) Sheriff Data Storage: Upgrade ($) Server Room Security ($) MSW Cell Permit Solid Waste Authority Land Permitting: Initiated Fire Fighter Certification: EMT-8 Mobile Command Vehicle: Purchase ($) In Car/Body Cameras Data Transfer and Retention ($) Geographical Storage Location for Replication of Data ($) Cyber Security Framework: Policies Update Weekly/Quarterly eNewsletters Monthly Employee eNewsletters Service Recognition and Employee Recognition Committee

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MAJOR PROJECTS 2019 1.

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PSA Crosswalk Speed Bumps 9-1-1 Generator and Switch Gear Physical Security Upgrades ($) a. PSA – Cameras b. Wellness Clinic c. Woodbine Government Complex 4. Generators for Fire Stations 5. Haul Road at MSW 6. Juvenile Justice Building 7. Tarboro Fire Station 18 8. FEMA Hazard Mitigation Projects a. Warning System b. Generators c. Property Acquisition 9. MSW Landfill: Pond Cleaning 10. Energy Efficiencies: County Facilities (A/C Changes) ($) 11. Library Upgrades a. Parking Lot Resurface b. Sprinkler System Repair

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Timber Removal/Replacement Countywide Stormwater/Drainage Master Plan Fund Balance: Review Comprehensive County Facilities and Infrastructure Condition Assessment Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Policy County “Strategic” Communications Policy, Staffing and Plan IT Hardware/Software Replacement Fuel System County Employee Performance Evaluation System: Funding 9-1-1 Reorganization Jail Facility: Direction County Services/Service Levels and Staffing County Space at “K Mart” Building: Direction Tax Rate: Direction Cyber Security Assessment County Online Services: Expansion New Public Health Building Fire Training Facility Health/Wellness Building: Expansion T-SPLOST (2021) County Library: Roof Replacement

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Goal 2 Grow the Local Economy OBJECTIVES 1.

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Effective JDA organization producing results: new businesses and more jobs Successful operating Spaceport Camden Campus development by Georgia Tech More sports tournaments bringing in tourists Development of a Technical College Development of Commercial Commerce Center to support Spaceport Camden

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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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Performance accountability and results from JDA organization Securing and delivering Spaceport Camden Funding future economic development activities Creating more job opportunities for County residents Lack of public utilities to potential sites Reliable funding for JDA

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LONG TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 1.

Completing an agreement with Rayonier on Kingsland Commerce Park 2. Expanding sports facilities for more tournaments 3. Keeping the public engaged and managing expectations 4. Uncertain economic future with a possible recession 5. Dependence on the Navy and potential BRAC 6. Working with Georgia Tech and Technical College to secure campuses 7. Developing partners for Innovation Research Park 8. Competition from other communities 9. No major retail – residents head north and south resulting in sales tax “leakage” 10. Tapping into expanding port facilities and activities: Jacksonville, Brunswick and Savannah 11. 8,000 residents leaving Camden County daily for employment 12. Community resistance to economic growth and disinformation

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2019

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Spaceport Camden: Development County Fairground/Multi Use Park/Event Center: Direction JDA Property Development Old Mill Property Development JDA Performance Review

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Spaceport Camden Website: Update

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JDA 2019 1.

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St. Marys Marine Center: Development Project Big Fish Project Fish Hook Project Pineapple

Sports Tourism Development Strategy Workforce Development: Review Airport Evaluation and Direction Innovation Research Park: Development Business Retention/Growth Strategy Georgia Tech Strategy Tourism Development Strategy Permanent Economic Development Funding Mechanism Project Mey

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Technical College: Development ABL Lease

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Goal 3 Planned and Managed Growth OBJECTIVES 1.

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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

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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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Increasing federal government and State of Georgia mandates and regulatory requirements Roads expansion and upgrades Uncertain global and national economy Funding for infrastructure maintenance and upgrade Passing SPLOST #8 Unknown impacts of Spaceport Camden Steady residential/commercial development Coordinating growth and development with cities

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Addressing wetlands and stormwater issues Conflict between personal property rights and community value Defining government’s role in regulating and planning for growth Determining who should pay for growth: current or new residents Replacing the airport Changing mobility options: moving around the county by Uber, autonomous vehicles, etc.

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MANAGEMENT IN PROGRESS 2019

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Drainage Cleaning Crew: Direction Road Resurfacing/Paving: Direction Drainage Projects Short Term Dirt Road Paving: Direction

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Kingsland Bypass Development: Phase II UDC Shipping Containers

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Clean Water Act: Septic Repair and Replacement CIG Grant: Sea Level Rise Training, Flood Zone Compliance, App Coastal Resiliency Projects: Web App Joint Camden County/City of St. Marys Community Rating System: Public Information Hazard Mitigation: Property Removal from Repetitive Loss List

Lattany Road Repairs King’s Bay Road Repairs Deep Creek Bridge Repair Horsepen Creek Watershed Septic System Replacement Browntown Road Drainage Pipelines Satilla Bluff Road – West Incachee Road New Post Road Repairs Kingsland Bypass: Phase 1 Dirt Road Maintenance Paved Roads Mowing

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Timber Harvesting: Enforcement County Bridge Assessment and Plan Roads/Transportation Master Plan UDC: Tiny Homes/Village, Resilience for Newly Constructed Homes (CRS) Hazard Mitigation Plan: Development Plan for Future Growth Colerain Road Widening T-SPLOST (2021) Blighted Buildings Inventory Code Compliance: Direction I-95 Exit 14 Spaceport Access Wetlands Strategy

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Goal 4 Great Place to Live OBJECTIVES 1.

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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

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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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Affordable gun range Determining priorities for Camden County Image of PSA Improving access to water Developing emerging recreation facilities: pickleball, disc golf, etc.

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Working with the community and a variety of private organizations Increasing litter and trash Illegal dumping Potential land for acquisition Determining the community leisure and recreational needs Funding for nonessential quality of life amenities Defining the role of Camden County government

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Right-of-Way Mowing/Mosquito Control/Facilities Management Joint Law Enforcement/Community Recreation Gun Range Heroes Park Master Plan PSA Programs Comprehensive Analysis County Boat Launches/Ramps: Direction

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Platinum Level Wellness Award: Application Speed Limit Mobile Signs CHAMPS: Certification Active Shooter Program Development Patient Satisfaction Survey Rec Center: New Programs Internet Crimes against Children: Expansion Aquatic Center to City of St. Marys

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PSA Community Marketing Interstate Interchange Beautification Plan Comprehensive Parks Master Plan Grass Turf Fields

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Blue Bridge/St. Marys River Boat Ramp Opioids Reduction Strategy Howard Peeples Park Development: Phase II Gum Branch Trail/Park Mental Health Strategy Comprehensive Parks Master Plan Youth Activities Strategy Internet Service Upgrade/Expansion PSA Long Term Financial Plan Veterans Needs Assessment and Strategy Clean Up Camden County Strategy (Keep Camden County Beautiful) Community Public/Private Policy and Strategy Community Wi-Fi Amphitheater Development Splash Pad Development St. Marys Rec Park: Upgrades

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CAMDEN COUNTY ACTION AGENDA 2019

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Camden County Policy Agenda 2019 TOP PRIORITY SPLOST #8 Election Spaceport Camden: Development Drainage Cleaning Crew: Direction Sheriff Funding: Direction Road Resurfacing/Paving: Direction Right-of-Way Mowing/Mosquito Control/Facilities Management

HIGH PRIORITY Internal Auditor Position: Creation Fleet/Public Works Facility Grants Match Fund: Development Georgia Power Building: Direction EOC/Communications Facility: Direction School Resource Officers: Direction

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Camden County Management Agenda 2019 TOP PRIORITY Public Safety Radio System County Financial Policies: Update Technical College: Development Timber Tax Collection/Enforcement Election Board: Implementation County Administrator: Hiring

HIGH PRIORITY Vehicle and Equipment Policy and Program Financial/Human Resources Software Upgrade: Direction County Owned Property Inventory and Direction Records Retention Facility/Management County Fire/EMS Strategic Plan Kingsland Bypass Development: Phase II

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Camden County Management in Progress 2019 PSA Computer Upgrades PSA Purchasing Policy Revision PSA Policies Review Strategic Plan 2019: Update County Annual Report Compensation for Paramedics Sheriff Business Continuity Operations SOP Documentation PSA Financial Oversight Plan: Update PSA Technology Update PSA Recreation Tracking Software IT Operating Systems: Upgrade Phase 1 National Institute for Government Purchasing (NIGP) Accreditation Sheriff Network Switches: Upgrade Criminal Division Interview System: Upgrade Self Service User Password – Nervepoint Technology Sheriff Cyber Security Assessment

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Public – Facing Emergency Dashboard EOC Dashboard Bandwidth Expansion: Phase 1 Benefits Mobile App: Implementation Finance: Conflict of Interest Form Financial Awards: CAFR, Budget Presentation Camden County Annual Photo Contest: Completion Mobile Devices Management Incident Command/Management Team: Formalization D7 Cat or D6 – T Articulating Dump Trucks (2) EOC Hand Held Radios and Additional Base: Procurement Hurricane Irma: FEMA Submissions for Reimbursement of Expenses Personal Property Tax Collection: Improvements Williams Communications Installation: 4 Site Simulcast VHF System PSA Event Planning and Development Onboarding/ Offboarding Process Applicant Tracking System Disaster/NIMS Training: Position Specific

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Building Security Assessment and Plan All Hazards Preparedness: Hurricane Exercise New Property Tax System Software: Installation Online Property Tax Payment System: Update Property Tax Credit Card Payment More Vehicles System/Driver License Service Integration Comprehensive Emergency Services Contract: Development Inland Location for Temporary Relocation Public Works and Permitting Map Application: Development Video Conferencing with Juvenile Justice All Lines Aggregate Insurance Policy/Report (Self Insurance) Annual Destruction: General Government Records Animal Control Document Reformation PSA Budget Overhaul PSA Building Renovation Plan PSA Community Public/Private Strategy Finance Department Structure LMIG 2019 Submittal: Project Completion (5) Diversity Training

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Workers Comp Supervisory Training Benefit Analytics Performance Dashboard Development Fire Mobile Tablets: Replacements Fire Policies and SOP: Update Sheriff Vehicle Replacement In Car Laptops for Sheriff’s Fleet Citizen Academy 2019 GIS Data Inventory and County Map Gallery Building Inspector: ICC Certification Lighting Safety Policy: Development PSA Social Media Presence Total Compensation Statements Management Succession Plan/Program: Update Report Financial Audit SPLOST #7 Collections/Final Report Animal Control Officer Certification Zoning Web Application and Map Level 1 Georgia Association of Code Enforcement Certification

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

County Code Book: 2019 Codification HR Form Automation County Code Enforcement Map Application and Dashboard County Property and Land Audit County Owned Vehicles Audit Open claims Review Fire Promotion Process Update Inventory Parts/Supply Room Vehicle Replacements: 2019 Fire Tankers Replacement Census 2020 Preparation Fleet Electronic Submission of all Invoices Sheriff IT Upgrades County Contracts: Update In House HR/Manager Training 2 Year Leadership Development Plan Legal Documents for Trademark PSA Fitness Facility and Equipment Improvements Fixed Inventory/Work Order Software: Funding ($) (Fleet, Public works, Facilities)

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Low Boy Truck and Trailer (SPLOST) SWAT Gear and Equipment: Update Special Operations Division: Additional Vehicles Lab Equipment: Upgrade Sheriff Data Storage: Upgrade Server Room Security MSW Cell Permit Solid Waste Authority Land Permitting: Initiated Fire Fighter Certification: EMT-8 Mobile Command Vehicle: Purchase In Car/Body Cameras Data Transfer and Retention Geographical Storage Location for Replication of Data Cyber Security Framework: Policies Update Weekly/Quarterly eNewsletters Monthly Employee eNewsletters Service Recognition and Employee Recognition Committee Spaceport Camden Website: Update Clean Water Act: Septic Repair and Replacement CIG Grant: Sea Level Rise Training, Flood Zone Compliance, App Coastal Resiliency Projects: Web App

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Joint Camden County/City of St. Marys Community Rating System: Public Information Hazard Mitigation: Property Removal from Repetitive Loss List Platinum Level Wellness Award: Application Speed Limit Mobile Signs CHAMPS: Certification Active Shooter Program Development Patient Satisfaction Survey Rec Center: New Programs Internet Crimes against Children: Expansion Aquatic Center to City of St. Marys

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Camden County Major Projects 2019 PSA Crosswalk Speed Bumps 9-1-1 Generator and Switch Gear Physical Security Upgrades Generators for Fire Stations Haul Road at MSW Juvenile Justice Building Tarboro Fire Station 18 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Projects MSW Landfill: Pond Cleaning Energy Efficiencies: County Facilities Library Upgrades Lattany Road Repairs King’s Bay Road Repairs Deep Creek Bridge Repair Horsepen Creek Watershed Septic System Replacement Copyright © 2018: Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc.

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Strategic Plan: 2019 – 2024 – 2034/Board of County Commissioners/Camden County, Georgia

Browntown Road Drainage Pipelines Satilla Bluff Road – West Incachee Road New Post Road Repairs Kingsland Bypass: Phase 1 Dirt Road Maintenance Paved Roads Mowing Gum Branch Trails: Phase 1 Pickleball Courts (8): Resurfacing and Lighting Disc Golf Course Development

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