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Executive Summary & Table of Contents10/11//2004 Author: Walt Natzic et, al INTRODUCTION
Community resource studies were conducted by the Community Action Group (CAG), a group of volunteers dedicated to the economic growth and stability of Southeast Georgia communities. CAG operates within the framework of The Camden Partnership Inc., a parent organization that supports and funds CAG operations. In August of 2003, a group of dedicated volunteers, businessmen and women, and concerned citizens determined that a dedicated level of effort was needed to develop stronger community ties with the Naval Submarine Base at Kings Bay (NSBKB). Even more important was the need for the Camden community to strengthen its own infrastructure to support future growth and economic diversification within Camden County.
To insure the integrity of the data collected, analyzed, and reported; and to better understand the community’s strengths, weaknesses and resource base, CAG conducted a number of community studies led by subject area experts. The results of this work are described herein from all sources and expanded to increasing levels of detail based on the level of information available. These studies provide information about the quantity and quality of support and services provided by each of the subject areas. The geographic boundaries of these studies include Camden County, the cities of St Marys, Kingsland, and Woodbine. Neighboring counties of Glynn, Charlton and Brantley are a part of the economic boundaries as appropriate. Northeast Florida counties of Howard and Duval were also included in the data collection process where applicable.
Most important is the level and quality of support provided by this collection of communities to our largest employer, the Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay (NSBKB). This support is primarily “outside of the fence” and includes infrastructure(s), physical plant and services. The skilled employee base within Camden County and neighboring communities are economically dependent on NSBKB.
The areas of concentration in conducting community studies are outlined below along with the names of the subject area experts responsible for preparing the reported data and information. A link is included with each on line technical subject area, which provides specific results on the subject area of each. Detailed hard copy data and information beyond the online information is available upon request. The studies paint an “as-is” picture of where the community is today. One objective of this collection of studies is that it will serve all of our stakeholders as a common point of reference.
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SECTION I CAMDEN COUNTY COMMUNITY PROFILE
Geographic Description Overviews County, City and Community Profiles Government Business/Industry Education Healthcare
Introduction Roadways Airports Railroads Sea Ports Public Transportation Introduction Hospital Services Access To Physician Services Uninsured Population’s Access To Care Community Services For The Aging Population Cooperative Military And Civilian Healthcare Programs Renovation and Expansion Project SECTION IV SUITABLE AND AFFORDABLE CHILD CARE FACILITIES Availability of Quality Child Care Facilities Pre-Kindergarten Programs Extended Care Services Local Catalysts Affecting Childcare Child Care Providers Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay Conclusion SECTION V PUBLIC SAFETY, POLICE AND SECURITY Introduction Fire and Rescue Services Office of the Sheriff St Marys Police Department Kingsland Police Department Community Statistics 911 Emergency Communications Center SECTION VI WORKFORCE RECRUITMENT AND AVAILABILITY Introduction Population Labor Force Dimensions Occupations and Industries Wages Unemployment SECTION VII RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Introduction Camden County Glynn County, Georgia (North of Camden) Charlton County (West of Camden) Nassau County, Florida (South of Camden) SECTION VIII HIGH TECH INFRASTRUCTURE Introduction Background Community Resources Backbone Overview Wireline Voice and Data Infrastructure Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, TDS provides Expansion Capabilities Network SECTION IX RESERVE / MILITARY RECRUITABLE PERSONNEL Reserved Section SECTION X EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Introduction Special Programs and Courses of Instruction Post Secondary Programs SECTION XI AIRSPACE / AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT Introduction Executive Summary Civilian Operations Government Operations Areas of Concentration SECTION XII ADEQUACY OF RESOURCES (Water, electricity, etc.) Introduction Discussion Topics Availability of Water Community Water use Profile Electrical Power Resources Water Treatment Capability Landfills SECTION XIII ECONOMIC IMPACT To Be Provided By the State Of Georgia SECTION XIV Reserved Executive Summary Introduction Camden County Navy Submarine Base Kings Bay Facility Permits Demographic Profile Sources SECTION XV HOUSING Availability and Affordability Executive Summary Assessment |