State Representative Steven Sainz (R-St. Marys), chairman of the House Interstate Cooperation Committee, recently joined the Camden County Sheriff’s Office to dedicate a memorial intersection in honor of Rachel J. Hodge, a former communications officer with the sheriff’s office. The ceremony took place at the Historic Courthouse in Woodbine, where officials commemorated the installation of the Rachel Hodge Memorial Intersection sign at State Route 25 Spur/Satilla Bluff Road and Pine Forest Drive.
“Rachel dedicated herself to serving others, and her compassion and professionalism left a profound impact on everyone who worked alongside her,” said Chairman Sainz. “By naming this intersection in her honor, we ensure that her legacy remains a visible reminder of the essential role she played in keeping our community safe. I was proud to introduce House Resolution 886 to designate this site in Rachel’s memory, and I am grateful to see our community come together to recognize her service and sacrifice.”
Rachel Hodge died on April 18, 2020, after an automobile accident on I-95 while leaving work following a 12-hour shift as a 911 dispatcher for the Camden County Sheriff’s Office.
The event brought together members of the Hodge family, Sheriff Kevin Chaney, county officials, sheriff’s office personnel, and local residents. The chosen location for the memorial is near the route Hodge traveled daily to and from work at the 911 Center.
During the dedication ceremony, the Hodge family received an honorary memorial sign identical to that placed at the intersection.
House Resolution 886, sponsored by Chairman Sainz during the 2025 legislative session, authorized this designation in Rachel Hodge’s honor.
Burns has served as a Republican member of Georgia’s State House representing District 159 since his election in 2005.
