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SPLOST VIII
SPLOST VIII Projects
Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) projects are divided into county-wide projects (projects that benefit all communities) and specific unincorporated/municipal projects. Generally, the cost of county-wide projects has been deducted from the estimate total amount to be collected with the balance of the funds being distributed to the unincorporated/municipal projects on a population basis*. The final project list for SPLOST VIII is listed below.
| Entity | Population |
|---|---|
| Kingsland | 15,946 |
| St. Marys | 17,121 |
| Unincorporated Camden County | 16,034 |
| Woodbine | 1,412 |
| Total | 50,513 |
*Source: 2010 US Census
SPLOST VIII Projects
SPLOST VIII County-Wide Level Two (2) Projects
Level Two (2)** SPLOST projects are considered to be county-wide projects that will benefit the citizens of the entire county.
| Priority | Project | Estimated Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Public Safety Radio Communications System (PDF) | $1,000,000 |
| 2 | Ambulances - County-Wide EMS (PDF) | $1,250,000 |
| 3 | Superior Court Record Preservation (PDF) | $550,000 |
| 4 | Property Acquisition (PDF) | $1,500,000 |
| 5 | Library Renovation/Design (PDF) | $400,000 |
| 6 | Highway 17 (Blue Bridge) Boat Ramp/Parking (PDF) | $250,000 |
| 7 | Public Health Department Facility (PDF) | $1,200,000 |
| 8 | Public Safety Complex - E-911/EMA (PDF) | $4,100,000 |
| Total County-Wide Level Two (2) Funds | $10,250,000 |
**County shall receive $10,250,000.00 for pre-determined County-Wide Projects as agreed in the Intergovernmental Agreement at a collection rate of 35 percent of all SPLOST proceeds until all County-Wide Level Two projects are completely funded. The remaining 65 percent of all SPLOST proceeds, up to $47,000,000.00, will be distributed amongst the municipalities, county and PSA according to the Schedule in Exhibit B.
After all Level Two projects have been completely funded and a collection of $49,100,000.00 has been reached, including the $2,100,000.00 for the Public Safety Complex – E911 / EMA, the remaining $5,900,000.00 will be distributed among the three municipalities and the county at the 2010 U.S. Census Population Distribution.
Unincorporated Camden County Projects
Renovations, construction, extensions, and improvements of areas including, but not limited to:
| Projects | Estimated Costs |
|---|---|
| Camden County Government Buildings and Offices; | $2,931,000 |
| Camden County roads, streets, bridges, and drainage projects to include but not limited to paving and re-surfacing; | $4,155,000 |
| Upgrading and purchasing of County equipment, vehicles, and technology. | $5,440,599 |
After deducting the Level Two project funding ($10,250,000.00), Camden County shall receive 28.99% of the net proceeds up to the first $47,000,000.00; estimated amount of $10,653,939.00. Once the initial $47,000,000.00 has been reached, Camden County shall receive $2,100,000.00 for the construction of the Public Safety Complex – E911 / EMA, before any other distributions are made to any municipalities. Thereafter, Camden County shall receive 31.74% of the next $5,900,000.00; estimated amount of $1,872,660.00.
Camden County Public Service Authority (PSA) Projects
Renovations, construction, extensions, and improvements of areas including, but not limited to:
| Projects | Estimated Costs |
|---|---|
| Recreation Center; | $900,000 |
| Kingsland Catfish Park; | $65,000 |
| Kingsland Lions Park; | $65,000 |
| Gum Shoe Trail; | $50,000 |
| Harrietts Bluff Park; | $25,000 |
| Howard Peeples Park; | $150,000 |
| Maple Ford Park; | $10,000 |
| Tarboro Mary B. Smart Park; | $15,000 |
| Temple Landing Boat Ramp; | $50,000 |
| St. Marys Recreation Park; | $370,000 |
| Woodbine Lions Club Park; | $165,000 |
| Other Park Improvements; and | $245,000 |
| Public Service Authority Equipment and Vehicles. | $510,000 |
After deducting the Level Two project funding ($10,250,000.00), Public Service Authority (PSA) shall receive 7.27% of the net proceeds up to the first $47,000,000.00; estimated amount of $2,670,000.00. Thereafter, all funding shall cease from the 2019 SPLOST.
City of Kingsland
| Projects | Estimated Costs |
|---|---|
| Buildings (Upgrades and Remodel); | $1,250,000 |
| Machinery and Equipment; | $1,478,465 |
| Road and Drainage Projects; | $4,812,630 |
| Re-surfacing Projects; | $1,117,000 |
| Sidewalk Projects; and | $565,000 |
| Water and Sewer Projects | $3,235,000 |
After deducting the Level Two project funding ($10,250,000.00), City of Kingsland shall receive 28.83% of the net proceeds up to the first $47,000,000.00; estimated amount of $10,595,465.00. Once the initial $47,000,000.00 has been reached, Camden County shall receive $2,100,000.00 for the construction of the Public Safety Complex – E911 / EMA, before any other distributions are made to any municipalities. Thereafter, City of Kingsland shall receive 31.57% of the next $5,900,000.00; estimated amount of $1,862,630.00.
City of St. Marys
Projects | Estimated Costs |
|---|---|
| Retirement of Existing General Obligation Bond debt for the City of St. Marys for Water and Sewer Capital Projects. | $9,600,000 |
| Improvements, construction, rehabilitation, renovation, mitigation, and/or expansion of roads, streets, bridges, sidewalks, multi-use trails, water and sewer projects, storm water drainage facilities, flood mitigation projects, port and harbor facilities, recreational projects and Marsh Walk. | $2,525,739 |
| Equipment/Vehicles and capital outlay projects to be owned and/or operated by St. Marys, including without limitation, acquisition of fire trucks, police cars, maintenance vehicles, technology upgrades and other major equipment; improvements, construction, repair, and rehabilitation of City facilities, structures, and property such as Orange Hall, Waterfront Park, demolition of Weed Street Wastewater Treatment Plant, Docks, Meeting Street Dock Restrooms, Cemetery and signage. | $1,250,000 |
After deducting the Level Two project funding ($10,250,000.00), City of St. Marys shall receive 30.96% of the net proceeds up to the first $47,000,000.00; estimated amount of $11,376,229.00. Once the initial $47,000,000.00 has been reached, Camden County shall receive $2,100,000.00 for the construction of the Public Safety Complex – E911 / EMA, before any other distributions are made to any municipalities. Thereafter, City of St. Marys shall receive 33.89% of the next $5,900,000.00; estimated amount of $1,999,510.00.
City of Woodbine
Projects | Estimated Costs |
|---|---|
| Improvements, construction, rehabilitation, mitigation, enhancements, and/or expansion of roads, streets, signage, bridges, sidewalks, water and sewer projects, storm water drainage facilities and flood mitigation projects. | $1,085,000 |
| Improvement, construction, rehabilitation, renovation, mitigation, enhancements and/or expansion of waterfront facilities, the Downtown Area, River Walk, and recreational projects. | $25,000 |
| Equipment/Vehicles and Capital Outlay Projects to be owned and/or operated by Woodbine, including without limitation, acquisition of maintenance vehicles, administrative vehicles, machinery, technology upgrades and other major equipment. | $509,567 |
After deducting the Level Two project funding ($10,250,000.00), City of Woodbine shall receive 3.96% of the net proceeds up to the first $47,000,000.00; estimated amount of $1,454,367.00. Once the initial $47,000,000.00 has been reached, Camden County shall receive $2,100,000.00 for the construction of the Public Safety Complex – E911 / EMA, before any other distributions are made to any municipalities. Thereafter, City of Woodbine shall receive 2.80% of the next $5,900,000.00; estimated amount of $165,200.00.