FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 
Contact:
Sabrina Robertson
Administrative Manager, County Manager’s Office
(904) 530-6010
srobertson@nassaucountyfl.com
 
Beach Community Working Group Drafts Recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners
 
Nassau County, Florida, November 12, 2019 – On December 19, 2018, the Board of County Commissioners formed a Beach Community Working Group consisting of Mike Mullin, County Manager/County Attorney; Taco Pope, Assistant County Manager; Doug Podiak, Facilities Maintenance Director; Gil Langley, Executive Director of the Tourist Development Council; Butch Osborne, Director of Operations for the Sheriff’s Office; Mac Morriss, Ex-Officio Member; and Lowell Hall, Ex-Officio Member.
 
The group was directed to review current beach related Ordinances and use of the beach and to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners as to any updates or amendments that need to be made. A total of sixteen (16) meetings have been held to date. Hundreds of individuals have appeared at meetings and hundreds more have sent emails expressing concerns about a myriad of issues including but not limited to, items left on the beach, horseback riding, safety concerns, and littering, however most of the concerns related to beach driving and unregulated camping.
 
Having concluded their work, the Beach Committee Working Group will present their findings to the Board of County Commissioners on November 18, 2019 shortly after 6:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097.
 
The County Commissioners will not vote on the recommendation at the meeting on the 18th however, they will direct County staff to review with the County Commission the Committee’s recommendations at future public workshops and discuss possible options with the County Commission and citizens. Ultimately, a county Ordinance will be drafted and public hearings will be held to address any proposed Ordinances.   
 
Again, no vote will be taken by the Board of County Commissioners at their November 18th meeting. Workshops will be advertised and posted on the County’s website once dates have been determined.
 
 
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 
Contact:
Sabrina Robertson
Administrative Manager, County Manager’s Office
(904) 530-6010
srobertson@nassaucountyfl.com
 
Taco Pope, AICP, Elected to Board of Directors for the Northeast Florida Regional Community Institute
 
Nassau County, Florida, November 8, 2019 –Assistant County Manager, Taco Pope, AICP, has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Northeast Florida Regional Community Institute (RCI). The Northeast Florida RCI is a non-profit think-tank aimed at addressing policy issues and challenges faced by the Region. Examples include managing growth, preserving valuable eco-systems, improving economic viability, and maintaining the quality of life in Northeast Florida. The RCI was created to address these challenges as a non-profit policy organization under the Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC).
 
Taco Pope stated, “Many of the challenges facing Nassau County are the same challenges facing our neighbors in the Region. Collaborating with solution-oriented people from across Northeast Florida has the potential to produce outcomes that improve the lives of Nassau County residents. I look forward to the opportunity and I am optimistic that through the shared pursuit of a common good, we can strengthen our communities and improve our quality of life”.

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For additional information regarding the Northeast Florida Board of Directors, please contact Margo Moehring at (904) 279-0880 ext. 161 or mmoehring@nefrc.org.

10/16/19 @ 4:45 p.m. - At today's Board of County Commissioner's meeting, the Board approved a Resolution declaring October 16, 2019 at "Age-Friendly Day" and expressing intent to join AARP's Age Friendly Community Network to make our community more livable for people of all ages.

Attached is a Press Release from the Nassau County Department Health regarding their Age-Friendly Community initiative.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

The Department of Planning & Economic Opportunity has issued a Press Release regarding a Conditional Use Application filed by JEA for a proposed project in Yulee near Miner Rd. and US 17:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Abigail Weiss
Planner, PEO Department
(904) 530-6300
aweiss@nassaucountyfl.com

COUNTY INFORMATION REGARDING JEA CONDITIONAL USE APPLICATION (CU2019-16)

Nassau County, Florida, October 11, 2019 - The Nassau County Planning + Economic Opportunity (PEO) Department offers the following clarifying information regarding the proposed JEA project in Yulee seeking a conditional use approval.

The parent property (Parcel Number: 42-2N-27-0000-0001-0120) related to the conditional use application (CU2019-16) is a 422 acre tract of land owned by JEA which is located south of SR200, north of Radio Avenue, west of Miner Road and east of US 17. Within this 422 acre property, a land area measuring 6.35 acres is located on the southernmost end of the property, north of the utility corridor running behind (to the north) of the homes fronting on Radio Avenue between Art Wilson Lane and Theresa Road. [See map on page 2.]

On this 6.35 acres, JEA is requesting a conditional use approval in the Open Rural (OR) zoning district pursuant to Land Development Code Sections 28.13(A) and Section 28.14(H) to construct up to two (2) fully enclosed booster pump stations, up to four (4) ground storage tanks, and an area for stormwater management in order to provide reclaimed water and sanitary sewer services to the growing population in Nassau County. All structures and ponds on the project site will be fenced in. View of the facility will be hidden from the public due to a County-required high-density landscaping buffer.

The Conditional Use and Variance Board of Nassau County will hold a public hearing at the Commission Chambers, James S. Page Governmental Complex, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, Florida, 32097 on November 21, 2019 at 6:30pm to consider the application for the conditional use. The meeting is open to the public.

The Nassau County Planning and Economic Opportunity Department is charged with leading long-range and current planning for the community, with a focus on technical planning, implementation and management of the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan, development and site plan review, and assistance to citizens, the Board of County Commissioners, County Manager and other staff, advisory boards, government agencies, and the private sector regarding growth and development in Nassau County. For more information on our Plan, Code, or current initiatives, visit www.nassaucountyfl.com/planning, call (904) 530-6300 or email planninginfo@nassaucountyfl.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 
Contact:
Sabrina Robertson
Administrative Manager, County Manager’s Office
(904) 530-6010
srobertson@nassaucountyfl.com
 
DATE SET FOR UNVEILING OF DERRICK HENRY SIGN
 
Nassau County, Florida, October 9, 2019– On Friday, November 15, 2019, the Board of County Commissioners will host an Unveiling Ceremony for the long-awaited customized sign in honor of 2015 Heisman Trophy Winner, Derrick Henry. We are so excited that this project is coming to fruition and that we can finally give Mr. Henry the recognition he deserves! And we are even more excited that Derrick Henry will be able to join us at the event!
 
As many of you know, the Board approved a Resolution in January 2016 in support of a request to the Florida Department of Transportation to place signs on State Road 200 and US 17, both State roads. The Board has been seeking donations since that time to assist with the costs for permitting and construction of the signs. In April 2019, the Board determined that enough funds had been raised to complete construction of one sign to be placed on State Road 200 at the old Sheriff’s Administration Office.
 
A big thank you for the following individuals and businesses who made donations:

• Peggy Snyder
• Vivian Hardy
• Charles Langley
• Roger & Brenda Linville
• R.N. and G.M. Murff
• George & Marilyn Spicer
• David C. Howard
• Springer Controls Co.
• Isadore Singleton and Wayne DeArman
• Judith Clance Lynch
• Johnnie and Gerald Enter, Jr.
• Gerard & Erika Jackson
• Ann Gaskin
• Beverly R. Hall
• Paul & Susan Borge
• Caroline W. Wyatt
• John & Laura Nicholson
• Florida Public Utilities
• R.P.M. Wood Products, Inc.
• Rayonier
• Doug & Janet Adkins
• Vicki Courter/Step by Step
• Mike & Abbey Drury
• Jenny Timberlake
• Jay Robertson
• Coach Pat Dunlap
• Amanda Burkett
• Kristi Stambersky
• Darrell & Sharon Blanton
• Tom Leonard
• Eric Foote
• John & Donna Martin
• Kelly Starratt
• One anonymous donor

 
We would also like to extend our gratitude to Officer Jenny Timberlake and the Yulee Historic Council for creating a Go Fund Me Page for donations and renewing the public’s interest in this project. Thanks to their efforts, we finally have the funding needed to fund the first sign. A second sign will be placed on the old elementary school property on US 17, just north of Pages Dairy Rd.
 
EVENT DETAILS:
 
WHAT: Unveiling Ceremony for Welcome to Yulee-Home of 2015 Heisman Trophy Winner, Derrick Henry
 
WHERE: Old Sheriff’s Administration Building, 50 Bobby Moore Circle, Yulee, FL 32097
 
WHEN: Friday, November 15, 2019 at 3:00 p.m.
 
Note: The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office will be on site to provide traffic and crowd control. We are looking into options for overflow parking and possible passenger vans to transport individuals to the property if needed.
 
We look forward to seeing everyone at the event. If you have any questions, please contact the County Manager’s Office at (904) 530-6010.
 
 
           
           

10/2/19 @ 5:05 p.m. - The Boil Water Advisory issued on September 30th for the Captain Court Condominiums has been now been lifted.

Thank you for your patience while the water was tested to ensure it is safe for consumption. You may now continue with your regular usage.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

9/30/19 @ 2:30 p.m.

Please be advised that a Boil Water Advisory has been issued for Nassau Amelia Utility customers residing at Captains Court Condominiums. Please note this notice includes the pool and restrooms. This advisory is due to a line break serving these units.



The advisory will remain in effect until bacteriological samples are collected and analyzed to reflect the water is safe for consumption.

Please continue to boil your water until you are notified that the advisory has been lifted. If you have any questions, please contact NAU Customer Service at (904) 530-6030.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

9/23/19 @ 4:30 p.m. - The Nassau County Department of Health has issued the attached Press Release regarding National Falls Prevention Awareness Day which promotes public awareness that falls prevention is essential for healthy aging. The Press Release contains information on preventing falls and risk factors that increase the likelihood that falls may occur.

If you have any questions, please contact Mary von Mohr at (904) 875-6100 or via email at Mary.vonMohr@flhealth.gov.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

9/3/19 @ 10:15 a.m. 

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After an Ememergency

HIGHLIGHTS

• Generators, grills, camp stoves, or other gasoline, propane, natural gas, or charcoal-burning devices should never be used inside a home, basement, garage, or camper – or even outside near an open window.
• Every home should have at least one working carbon monoxide detector. The detector’s batteries should be checked at least twice annually, at the same time smoke detector batteries are checked.

Important CO Poisoning Prevention Tips

• Never use a gas range or oven to heat a home.
• Never leave the motor running in a vehicle parked in an enclosed or partially enclosed space, such as a garage.
• Never use a generator, pressure washer, or any gasoline-powered engine inside your home, basement, or garage or less than 20 feet from any window, door, or vent. Use an extension cord that is more than 20 feet long to keep the generator at a safe distance.
• When using a generator, use a battery-powered or battery backup CO detector in your home.
• Never run a generator, pressure washer, or any gasoline-powered engine inside a basement, garage, or other enclosed structure, even if the doors or windows are open, unless the equipment is professionally installed and vented. Keep vents and flues free of debris, especially if winds are high. Flying debris can block ventilation lines.
• Never use a charcoal grill, hibachi, lantern, or portable camping stove inside a home, tent, or camper.
• If conditions are too hot or too cold, seek shelter with friends or at a community shelter.
• If CO poisoning is suspected, call 911 or your local Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 or consult a health care professional right away.

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death if inhaled.When power outages occur during emergencies such as hurricanes or winter storms, the use of alternative sources of fuel or electricity for heating, cooling, or cooking can cause CO to build up in a home, garage, or camper and to poison the people and animals inside.

Every year, more than 400 people die in the U. S. from accidental non-fire related CO poisoning.CO is found in combustion fumes, such as those produced by small gasoline engines, stoves, generators, lanterns, and gas ranges, or by burning charcoal and wood. CO from these sources can build up in enclosed or partially enclosed spaces. People and animals in these spaces can be poisoned and can die from breathing CO.

How to Recognize CO PoisoningExposure to CO can cause loss of consciousness and death. The most common symptoms of CO poisoning are headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion. People who are sleeping or who have been drinking alcohol can die from CO poisoning before ever having symptoms.

Other Carbon Monoxide ResourcesFor educational materials, flyers, public service announcements, clinical guidance, and other resources, see Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After a Disaster.

9/2/19 @ 8:40 p.m. - 


​NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 09/02/2019
Nassau County Emergency Management
Contact: Public Information Officer
(904) 583-5543
email:EOC.PublicInfo@NassauFLEM.com
Facebook: NassauEM
Twitter: @NassauEM
Website:www.nassaufl-em.com

Nassau County Continues Mandatory Evacuation

Nassau County Emergency Management officials say mandatory evacuations from
zones A, C and F continue going smoothly without any major problems reported
during the day. As Hurricane Dorian continues to linger over the Bahamas,
Director of Nassau County Emergency Management Greg Foster says the storm
remains a concern to Nassau County because of its size and inconsistency.
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Two shelters have been open since 8 this morning. The general population shelter
as of 4pm, has 75 people occupying the facility at Callahan Middle School and 7
dogs and 8 cats. At Hilliard Middle Senior High there are 28 special needs clients
and include 7 dogs and 2 cats.

The Nassau County Public works Department has distributed 48 thousand sand
bags and has diminished its available supply.

Nassau County residents are strongly encouraged to monitor all Nassau County
Emergency Management social media sites to remain up to date on the latest
information on Hurricane Dorian. NassauEM on Facebook, @nassauEM on
Twitter and website:www.nassaufl-em.com