10/8/19 @ 1:45 p.m. - On Friday, September 27, 2019, the Board of County Commissioners hosted a Ground Breaking Ceremony in celebration of the upcoming construction of Nassau Crossing Park which will be located east of I-95, off of William Burgess Blvd. The park will feature a variety of amenities for people of all ages including multi-use trails, playground equipment, restrooms, picnic areas, multi-purpose fields, and more.

The park is a result of a public-private partnership between the County and developer, Matovina & Company. For additional information regarding this project, please click here.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

10/7/19 @ 4:45 p.m. - On Monday, September 23, 2019, the Board of County Commissioners hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in celebration of the opening of the new Bailey-Simmons Multi-Use Trail. The trail is the eastern half of the overall Amelia River-to-Sea trail and has access to various parks, beach accesses, and a variety of shopping and dining venues.

To read the original press release about the event and the trail, please click here.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

9/20/19 @ 1:45 p.m. -

Contact:
Sabrina Robertson
Administrative Manager, County Manager’s Office
(904) 530-6010
srobertson@nassaucountyfl.com
 

Ground Breaking Ceremony in Celebration of Nassau Crossing Park
 
Nassau County, Florida, September 20, 2019 – On Friday, September 27, 2019, the Board of County Commissioners will host a Ground Breaking Ceremony in celebration of the upcoming construction of Nassau Crossing Park. This park is the result of a public-private partnership between the Board of County Commissioners and the developer, Matovina & Company.
 
Matovina & Company has donated the land and will fund construction of the 15 acre park. In exchange, the County will provide impact fee credits to the developer. Public Private Partnerships allow much needed amenities to be constructed now at a more affordable rate.  
 
District Three County Commissioner, Pat Edwards, stated, “The Yulee area is growing quickly and additional recreational space is greatly needed. We are so grateful for this partnership with Matovina and Company and look forward to opening a wonderful new park for the community”.
 
The park will be located east of I-95, off William Burgess Boulevard and will feature many amenities for people of all ages including:

• 2.5 miles of multi-use trails
• Boardwalks, nature trails and viewing platforms
• Multi-purpose sports field
• Children’s play equipment
• Restrooms
• Picnic areas
• Gazebos
• Outdoor fitness stations
• Open green space
• Community plaza complete with historic train caboose

 
Greg Matovina, President of Matovina and Company, stated, “We are proud to partner with Nassau County to develop Nassau Crossing Park to meet the recreational needs of current and future residents of the County”.
 
The Ground Breaking Ceremony will be held on Friday, September 27, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. on William Burgess Blvd., between Harts Road and the Railroad Track. The public is invited to attend. Just look for the white tents!
 
For additional information, please contact the Nassau County the Department of Planning & Economic Opportunity at (904) 530-6300.
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 
Contact:
Sabrina Robertson
Administrative Manager, County Manager’s Office
(904) 530-6010
srobertson@nassaucountyfl.com.
 
 
Ribbon Cutting Event for Bailey-Simmons Multi-Use Trail
 
 
Nassau County, Florida, September 13, 2019 – On Monday, September 23, 2019 at 4:00 p.m., the Board of County Commissioners will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in celebration of the opening of the new Bailey-Simmons Multi-Use Trail in Fernandina Beach.
 
The County, with funding from the Florida Department of Transportation’s Local Agency Program (LAP), completed construction of the 10’ Wide, 1.8 mile-long multi-use trail which stretches from the Atlantic Ocean (Beach Access #30) to the Ybor Alvarez Sports Complex on Bailey Road. This segment of trail is the eastern half of the overall Amelia River-to-Sea Trail.
 
Board of County Commissioner’s Chairman, Justin Taylor, stated, “The Board is committed to creating healthy recreation and transportation opportunities for people of all ages and abilities in Nassau County. The trail has access to various parks, beach accesses, and a variety of shopping and dining venues. We are so excited to celebrate its opening with the community”.   
 
Crane Island Development enhanced the trail by extending it from the Ybor Sports Complex to the Amelia River and adding colorful landscaping. Jack Healan, Developer for Crane Island, stated, “We are thrilled to be part of the new Amelia River-to-Sea Trail and felt that extending the path into Crane Island would provide opportunity for residents to catch one of the amazing sunsets on the river”.
 
The Bailey-Simmons Multi-Use Trail project is the result of successful collaborative efforts by Nassau County, the City of Fernandina Beach, the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization, Florida Department of Transportation, Crane Island Development, Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, Inc., and supportive local citizens.
 
For additional information, please contact the Nassau County Engineering Services Department at 904-530-6225.

9/6/19 @ 3:00 p.m. - The sand piles at the Peters Point, Scott Road and Lewis Street Beach Driving Access have been removed and are now accessible again. 

The North End Boat Ramp has re-opened, however please be advised that the gangway on the north side is still closed due to damage. The gangway on the south side of the ramp is accessible. 

If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Parks & Recreation 530-6120.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ County Manager's Office

9/5/19 @ 11:55 a.m.

please be advised that the Dee Dee Bartel Boat Ramp is closed temporarily due to gangway and dock damage caused by Hurricane Dorian.Please contact Nassau County Parks and Recreation Department at 904-530-6120.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ County Manager’s Office

9/2/19 @ 4:50 p.m. -Please be advised that the vehicle access points at Peters Point, Scott Road and Lewis Street at American Beach are temporarily closed. The County has added mounds of sand at the entrances due to anticipated high waves in an attempt to slow flooding of the parking lot areas. Please do not attempt to drive over them to access the beach. We appreciate your understanding. 

​-Sabrina Robertson
​ County Manager's Office

11/28/18 @ 11:15 a.m. UPDATE: The leak has been repaired and the restrooms have re-opened.

11/27/18 @ 10:00 a.m. - We have just been notified that the Peters Point Restrooms had to be temporarily closed due to a water leak. Contractors are currently on site doing repairs. We will send out an update once the restrooms have re-opened.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Parks & Recreation at (904) 530-6120.


-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

11/9/18 @ 3:15 p.m. -

Attached is a Press Release from the Nassau County Public Works Department regarding yesterday's Ground-Breaking Ceremony held in celebration of upcoming construction of the new Bailey-Simmons Multi-Use Trail in Fernandina Beach.

For additional information, please contact the Engineering Services Department at (904) 530-6225.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

11/8/18 @ 8:15 a.m. The Board of County Commissioners will host a Groundbreaking Ceremony today at 2:00 p.m. to celebrate construction of the new Multi-Use Trail (Amelia River to Sea Trail). The 2.2 mile long multi-use path will run adjacent to Simmons Road beginning on South Fletcher Avenue and extending west to Bailey Road, and continue south to the Ybor Alvarez Softball Complex where the trail will connect with Crane Island and ultimately terminate at the fishing pier on Crane Island.

Project design began in early 2017 and several public outreach events were hosted to allow the community an opportunity to review the plans, provide comments, and ask questions during the design phase.

The contractor is ready to begin construction and both the City and County are very excited to commemorate this event. The completed trail will provide an additional safe route for citizens to walk or bike and we look forward to the project's completion which is anticipated in the 4th quarter of 2019. The City and County have entered into a Interlocal Agreement committing to shared maintenance of the trail upon completion.

WHAT: Groundbreaking Ceremony for Bailey-Simmons Trail
WHEN: Thursday, November 8th at 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Athletic Complex at Bailey Road, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

For additional information, please contact the Department of Planning & Economic Opportunity at (904) 530-6300 or email planning@nassaucountyfl.com.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office