In Kingsland, under a radiant sun on a freshly cleared plot of land, members of the Camden County Health Department gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony for their new health department building on April 15, 2024. The facility aims to enhance health department operations and accessibility by providing a more modern structure that can house clinical and environmental health services in one location. The new facility is expected to open in 2025.
The event was attended by many key stakeholders, including representatives from the Coastal Health District, Camden Board of Health, Southeast Georgia Health System, the State, and the cities of Kingsland, St. Marys, and Woodbine. Their collaborative effort will ensure the successful completion of the project.
The project cost for the new Camden County Health Department is over $5.38 million. Funding for the project is being provided by various sources such as Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) VIII, Community Development Block Grant COVID (CDBG-CV), the Coastal Health District, and the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. Additionally, land for the new facility was graciously donated by Southeast Georgia Health System, demonstrating the community’s support for this crucial initiative.
In summary, the new health department building represents a significant investment in the health and well-being of the Camden County community. With its modern design that will improve access to essential health services and streamline operations for the health department, it is a testament to everyone’s commitment to improving public health in this region.
