-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer
Welcome to beautiful Nassau County, located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. We are proud to serve as the Eastern Gateway to the Sunshine State. From our historic island, sandy beaches, and championship golf courses to our scenic rivers, green pastures, and majestic timberlands, we truly offer something for everyone.
Below are pictures from the week of March 8 - March 15, 2024. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer
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3/14/24 @ 9:15 a.m. - We want your input! Nassau County Emergency Management is working to identify ways to improve community resilience from all types of hazards. This includes educational outreach to help residents get better prepared and public works projects that reduce impacts from severe weather, storm surge, and wildfire on structures, transportation, and communication. Please take a minute to go to www.OneNassau.com and let us know about disaster preparedness from your perspective. You can even let us know about flood-prone roads and other issues in your neighborhood. Questions? Please contact Nassau County Emergency Management at (904) 548-0900. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer
3/13/24 @ 2:00 p.m. The Fernandina Beach Branch Library is getting ready for Common Ground. Friends of the Fernandina Beach Library, in conjunction with the City of Fernandina Beach and the Nassau County Public Library, are proud to announce the creation of Common Ground, a little oasis between the entrance to the Library and 4th Street that’s perfect for using Library WIFI, meeting up with friends, or having a cup of coffee. A limited number of bricks are available, so order yours soon! We’ll get your brick inscribed and installed. Inscriptions can be a name, a date, your favorite book, or a special message. Bricks are $100 and will only be sold through April 30. For more information, please visit fernandinafol.org/buy-a-brick. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 3/12/24 @ 3:00 p.m. The Nassau County Attorney’s Office is pleased to introduce its new Assistant County Attorney, Elizabeth Moore. Ms. Moore has been practicing law for sixteen years, most recently working in commercial real estate where she advised clients on transactional matters and appeared before governments and agencies across northeast Florida. Ms. Moore was also a partner in the Jacksonville offices of two global law firms, representing clients in environmental matters, contract negotiations, litigation, and regulatory compliance issues. Ms. Moore graduated summa cum laude from University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Environmental Studies. She received her Juris Doctor Degree with High Honors from George Washington University Law School, where she served on the Law Review. Ms. Moore has resided in Nassau County since 2007. As Assistant County Attorney, Ms. Moore will perform a variety of duties including legal research and issuing opinions on legal matters of local government law for County departments, committees, and boards, as assigned. She will also support the County Attorney by drafting legal documents, preparing proposed legislation, and prosecuting and defending civil and administrative cases on behalf of the County government. County Attorney Denise May stated, “We are happy that Elizabeth has accepted this position. Her experience and knowledge made her an excellent candidate. She will not only be a great asset to the County as a whole, but also to the County Attorney’s Office as we strive to provide outstanding legal representation to the Board of County Commissioners.” 3/12/24 @ 2:30 p.m. At the Monday, February 26th meeting, the Board approved Proclamation No. 2024-004 declaring March 2024 as National Procurement Month in Nassau County, Florida. This month is recognized annually by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing to recognize public procurement professionals who work hard everyday to ensure that cities and counties are securing the best price possible for goods and services. In addition to overseeing the County's purchasing, Nassau County's Procurement Department prepares and solicits bids for RFPs (Request for Proposals) and RFQs (Request for Qualifications). They also work daily to ensure the most effective use of taxpayer dollars while maintaining the highest standard of service within a competitive, fair, open and transparent procurement process. The Board commends Procurement Director Lanaee Gilmore, Senior Procurement Specialist Brittany Contardi, and Procurement Specialist Thomas "TJ" O'Brien, for all they do for Nassau County and the taxpayers. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 3/12/24 @ 9:00 a.m. Have you heard? The Community Stewards of Yulee are hosting a St Patricks Day themed parade this Saturday, March 16th to honor first responders! The event will begin at 1:00 p.m. on William Burgess Blvd. The parade will start at the Robert M. Foster Justice Center, proceed east on William Burgess to Harts Road. Attendees are encouraged to park at the Robert M. Foster Justice Center. There is also parking at Nassau Crossing Park. For safety purposes, it is requested that you do not park along the side of William Burgess. Thank you, Community Stewards of Yulee, for coordinating the parade and bringing another fun event to the Yulee area. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 3/11/24 @ 2:00 p.m. - On Saturday, March 9, 2024, Nassau County Parks & Recreation hosted the County's first Seniors' Night Out. More than 200 people joined us for live music, bingo, line dancing and a free buffet dinner from Callahan BBQ. Several lucky guests even went home with door prizes donated by some of our amazing businesses. A big thank you to Nassau County Parks & Recreation for hosting the event, as well as to the members of Leadership Nassau Class 23 for all their help in securing prizes, setting up and assiting during the event. We look forward to hosting another Seniors' Night Out in the future! -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer COUNTY EARNS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR TINY HOME DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM At the Northeast Florida Regional Council’s Elected Officials Luncheon, Nassau County was presented with a Regional Award for Excellence in Affordable Housing from the Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC) for the creation of its new Tiny Home Development Program. The Board of County Commissioners recognizes that affordable housing is a challenge. As such, they have been seeking options to create workforce housing which is defined as “housing affordable to households earning between 60 and 120 percent of area median income.” Workforce housing targets middle-income workers which includes professions such as police officers, teachers, firefighters, hospitality workers, health care workers, retail workers, and public sector employees. The income of many of the individuals in these professions exceeds the amount to be considered eligible to quality for government assisted affordable housing; however, their incomes are not high enough to purchase a home at today’s market rates. In July 2023, the Board of County Commissioners approved a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and a revision to the Land Development Code creating the Tiny Home Development Program which would allow existing mobile home parks, travel trailer parks, and RV parks to be redeveloped as affordable communities. The amendments will also create an incentive for developers to redevelop blighted areas while continuing to provide for long-term affordability which will help the County bridge the gap for those who need diversified housing. The Tiny Home Development Program will provide for 800 square foot tiny homes on a permanent foundation constructed with long-lasting materials that maintain the distinct character and harmony of the surrounding community. The development will be designed in a cluster format with tiny homes centered around a shared/communal outdoor living area with public spaces such as lawns, gardens, patios, plazas, and areas for "free play". In addition to the shared/communal outdoor living areas, each tiny home community will have a centrally located principal shared/communal outdoor living area to serve the broader needs of the residents within the development. Each tiny home will have a minimum of one parking space and a covered outdoor living area in the form of a porch or patio. NEFRC’s Chief Operations Officer/Chief Financial Officer Elizabeth Payne stated, “NEFRC is pleased to recognize Nassau County’s creative attempt, through the Tiny Home Development Program, to solve a challenging issue faced across Northeast Florida, the State, and the country. A cornerstone of the NEFRC is sharing and celebrating best practices that other local governments may replicate. We look forward to following the program’s success.” For additional information about the County’s Tiny Home Development Program, please contact the Planning Department at (904) 530-6320 or email planning@nassaucountyfl.com. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 3/10/24 @ 4:30 p.m. - It's Flood Awareness Week in Nassau County, Florida. Each day, we will share a tip on protecting yourself and your property from flood damage.
DAY SEVEN Most areas in Nassau County are prone to some amount of damage from coastal flooding, including sea level rise. Learn about scientific predictions for rising sea levels in Nassau County and potential impacts on our coastal community at fema.gov/grants. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer |
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