11/23/20 @ 1:30 p.m. - On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, the Board approved Resolution No. 2020-184, proclaiming November 23, 2020 as "Public Health Appreciation Day" in Nassau County, Florida.

Public health focuses on improving and protecting community health and well-being, with an emphasis on prevention among large groups. This work is achieved by promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, and by detecting, preventing and responding to infectious diseases.

In addition to provide medical services, public health officials keep communities healthy through education, disaster relief and enduring communities have clean water to drink.

Health care workers face a higher risk of exposure to infectious diseases, especially in 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way health care is provided and added psychological distress to individuals working in the health care field.

Today, we recognize the tremendous impact public health workers have on our citizens and environment and extend our gratitude for all they do for our community.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

9/15/20 @ 3:15 p.m. - At the September 14, 2020 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution No. 2020-149, recognizing Billy Cimino, Cameron Hansen, A.M. "Hupp" Huppman, and Paul Lore, members of the Foar From Home ocean row team.

In December 2021, these four Veterans will row from the coast of Africa to Antigua to raise money and awareness for Veterans suicide prevention. Their goal is to raise $400,000 and make a significant contribution for "Now Veteran Need" to change the life of a Veteran today, not tomorrow. They have already raised $50,000 which is 13% of their overall goal.

During the meeting, the Board commended each Foar From Home member for their selfless act in helping Veterans who are facing challenges and are in need of support from their community. The Board also encouraged all residents to support the cause by making a donation or sponsoring the Foar From Home team. All information about Foar From Home and their future expedition can be found on their website.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

8/25/20 @ 11:50 a.m. - At the meeting held on Monday, August 24, 2020, the Board approved Resolution No.2020-140 proclaiming the month of September 2020 as "Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month". 

Representatives from the Trinity Love Hoblit Foundation were in attendance to accept the Resolution, including  founders Philip and Olivia Holbit, who lost her daughter Trinity at the age of 14 from a brain aneurysm. Ms. Holbit  stressed the importance of knowing your family history as the condition can be hereditary and she urged everyone to learn the warning signs as it can save your life.

The Trinity Love Holbit Foundation is a local non-profit organization who raises awareness and funding for neurological research and training. To learn more about the Foundation, please click here. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

4/16/20 @ 5:25 p.m. - At the meeting held on Monday, the Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution No. 2020-85 in honor of the late Jacob David Berglund. 

Jake was a Nassau County resident who passed away on Sunday after a two year battle with Leukemia. Jake was involved in many activities however he is widely known as "Buzz" because he was the Hornets Mascot for both the Yulee Middle and Yulee High School.

Jake touched the lives of everyone he met because of his outgoing personality, infectious smile and his positive outlook on life.  

​The Board wanted to recognize the impact Jake had on the community so they approved the Resolution honoring him and declaring  September 24, 2020 (Jake's Birthday) as "Jacob David Berglund Day". On September 24th, residents will be encouraged to remember this exceptional young man whose life was taken too soon. 

-Sabrina Robertson 
 County Manager's Office

4/15/20 @ 3:40 p.m. - On Wednesday, April 8, 2020, the Board approved Resolution No. 2020-80 proclaiming the week of April 19 through April 25, 2020 as "National Library Week".

National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming communities and improving lives.  The library is a place where all people are welcome regardless of age, interests or background. Today's libraries strive to develop and maintain technology, programs, and collections that that are as diverse as the populations they serve. 
 
The theme for National Library Week 2020, "Find your place at the library," was chosen by the American Library Association before any of us could imagine a global pandemic that would force most libraries to temporarily close their physical space.  While  the Nassau County Public System is currently physically closed, we invite the public to visit online at www.nassaureads.com. Library card holders have continuing access to Cloud Library and Hoopla.  This means you have access to downloadable e-books,
e-audiobooks, movies, music, comics, and TV shows.  While at home, if you would like to brush up on your job skills and career opportunities, visit the Learning Express Library link sponsored by the Fernandina Beach Friends of the Library for all Nassau residents.  In addition to these resources, there are other links to Homework Help and in-depth databases on the website's Research page. 
 
When we are open for public visits, the Nassau County Public Library System offers an array of programs.  Programs include: Time for Tots, Family programs, Teen Makerspaces and adult programs on computer skills, health, countries and their culture, art, ukulele music, author talks, history and other topics.
 
Numerous partnerships enable the library to provide additional services.   A few examples include: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), the Supervisor of Elections Office, the Nassau County Extension Office, the Amelia Island Genealogical Society, Nassau County Family Support Services, Passport Services and the Fernandina Ukulele Network. 
 
 Each Nassau County Library Branch has its own Friends of the Library organization. The Friends serve as a local advocacy and support organization.  They co-sponsor children's, teen and adult programs, as well as support new technology like a 3-D printer for Makerspaces and educational virtual reality programs.  These dedicated, volunteers hold book sales, special events, author talks, book club meetings, poetry readings, and art displays, all in support of the library.  For now, please visit the website for online resources, and upon re-opening visit your local library branch in Bryceville, Callahan, Fernandina Beach, Hilliard and Yulee.  See you @ the Library!
 
-Janet Loveless
 Assistant Library Director