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Community Resource Studies
Executive Summary & Table of Contents
October 11, 2004
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.
SECTION I: CAMDEN COUNTY COMMUNITY
PROFILE
Geographic Description
Overviews
County, City and Community Profiles
Government
Business/Industry
Education
Healthcare
SECTION II: TRANSPORTATION
Introduction
Roadways
Airports
Railroads
Sea Ports
Public Transportation
SECTION III: MEDICAL SERVICES
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
SECTION XV: ENVIRONMENTAL
Executive Summary
Introduction
Camden County
Navy Submarine Base Kings Bay
Facility Permits
Demographic Profile
Sources
SECTION XV: HOUSING
Availability and Affordability
Executive Summary
Assessment
About the Authors
Author: Walt Natzic et, al