1/16/26 @ 4:30 p.m.

​Coming up next week, contractors will be making changes to the traffic pattern at the Amelia Island Parkway and Buccaneer Trail Roundabout project.  Crews will be performing a lane shift, and they'll be working at night to do it.

Here's the schedule:

• Wednesday night, January 21, 2026, through Thursday morning, January 22, 2026 (7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.): Crews will perform subtle lane shift modifications, including restriping on Amelia Island Parkway. Expect temporary lane reductions and flaggers during these hours.
• Thursday night, January 22, 2026, through Friday morning, January 23, 2026 (7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.): Installation of low-profile barrier wall to establish the shifted lanes on Amelia Island Parkway and establish the closure to Buccaneer Trail. Similar nighttime restrictions will apply.

Performing this work at night helps minimize daytime disruptions for commuters and align with constructability best practices for traffic control (per FDOT standards). Daytime work will follow in subsequent days. Taking a phased construction approach maintains as much access as possible for the people who pass through the area frequently. 

This is part of ongoing mobility improvements throughout Nassau County. The new roundabout is being built at the intersection, which is designed to enhance safety by reducing conflict points while also improving traffic flow.

- Gary Davis
​ Communications Manager

1/14/26 @ 11:45 a.m.

​​Nassau County Solid Waste will host their next Waste Tire Amnesty Day on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Convenience Recycle Center located at 46026 Landfill Road in Callahan. 

This event allows Nassau County residents to safely dispose of up to 15 light car or truck tires for proper recycling. There is no cost to participate, however you will be required to show proof of residency. 

All tires must be off the rim and free of debris. No commercial loads will be accepted. 

WHAT: Waste Tire Amnesty Day
WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. - noon (or until trailer reaches capacity, whichever comes first)
WHERE: 46026 Landfill Road, Callahan, FL 

If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Solid Waste at (904) 530-6700.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

1/13/26 @ 1:30 p.m.

​Florida’s new “America’s 250th Anniversary” license plate is officially here! Just in time for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, this plate lets you show off your patriotic pride on the road.

✨ It’s an alternative to the standard Florida plate
💰 No extra specialty plate fees
🚗 A fun, unique way to celebrate our nation’s founding

For additional information, please visit the Nassau County Tax Collector's website or call (904) 491-7400.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

1/3/26 @ 9:30 a.m.

Thank you to the dozens of Nassau County residents who came out to the community meeting in Bryceville last Friday. It was a chance to meet county leaders and Board Chair Alyson McCullough to talk about the Vision 2050 plan, the Capital Improvement Plan, and construction on County Road 121. Residents were also able to speak directly with engineering and construction contractors for the CR 121 project. 

As shared at the meeting, some phases of the CR 121 project will require shutting the road down completely in some sections, which is unavoidable due to several factors. We understand that this creates a long detour, and we are working with the contractor to find ways to reduce the impact and duration of these planned closures. 

County Staff is committed to providing more robust notification and information for residents throughout the contract. Questions can be directed to our Deputy County Manager/County Engineer Robert Companion at [email protected], or by contacting the District Four County Commissioner, Alyson McCullough, at (904) 319-0689 or via e-mail at [email protected]. 

We appreciate everyone taking time out of their busy schedule to come out and provide their feedback, and we look forward to future opportunities to interact and hear directly from residents.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

1/12/26 @ 9:15 a.m.

​As part of ongoing mobility improvements throughout Nassau County, a new roundabout will be constructed at the intersection of Amelia Island Parkway and Buccaneer Trail.

Beginning Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Buccaneer Trail will be closed to through traffic for the duration of the project, which is anticipated to be completed in early summer 2026, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.

Also starting January 21, Amelia Island Parkway will have alternating lane closures between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. as crews prepare the site for construction. 

The roundabout is being constructed by Maer Construction. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Project Administrator Rafael Castro of KCI Technologies at [email protected]

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

1/12/25 @ 9:00 a.m.

​Below are public meetings for the week of January 12 - January 15, 2026. Agendas can be found at nassaufl.co/agendas.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

1/11/26 @ 9:00 p.m.

Below are photos from the weeks of December 20 - December 26, 2025, December 26, 2025 through January 2, 2026, and January 2 - January 9, 2026. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

1/20/26 @ 9:00 a.m. 

🚫 No Bags in Recycling Bins! ♻️

Bagging your recyclables in plastic may seem helpful—but it actually causes contamination and can send everything to the landfill.

✅ Place recyclables loose in the bin at all County-operated drop-off sites
❌ No plastic grocery bags or trash bags

Let’s keep our recycling clean and effective in Nassau County!

📄 Download the Residential Recycling Guide: https://nassaufl.co/recycling

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

As our community continues to grow and new transportation improvements are introduced, it’s important that everyone feels confident using them. We’re sharing the following information to help drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists understand how to safely and correctly navigate a roundabout. Knowing what to expect and how to use a roundabout not only improves traffic flow, but also helps keep everyone moving safely and smoothly.

According to the Federal Highway Administration, roundabouts are a proven safety countermeasure because they can substantially reduce crashes that result in serious injury or death. They can also:

-Improve safety
-Promote lower speeds and traffic calming 
-Reduce conflict points
-Lead to improved overall performance

This video from the Federal Highway Administration provides an overview of best practices for safely navigating a roundabout.

Understanding how to use a roundabout helps ensure these improvements deliver their full benefits, safer travel, smoother traffic flow, and a more connected community. By taking a few minutes to learn the rules of the roundabout, everyone can play a role in keeping our roads safe and efficient for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and emergency responders alike.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

1/7/26 @ 9:15 a.m. 

There is a new traffic pattern at Chester Road and Heron Isles Parkway. On behalf of Wildlight, Vallencourt Construction Company has been constructing a new roundabout at the intersection. On the evening of Monday, January 6, 2026, the contractor implemented a new traffic pattern along Chester Road between Starfish Drive and Heron Isles Parkway, shifting motorists to the new roundabout as they continue making improvements to Chester Road near the intersection.

Traffic is being maintained in accordance with FDOT standards. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Zach Brecht, Project Manager from England-Thims and Miller, Inc., [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

1/7/25 @ 8:30 a.m. 

On Friday, December 19, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners hosted a Dedication Ceremony celebrating the completion of the American Beach Water & Sewer Project and commemorating the strong partnership between the community and multiple government agencies that made public water and sewer service a reality for American Beach.

Since late 2020, Nassau County staff, working closely with the Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FGUA) and state and federal partners, pursued every available funding opportunity to deliver this critical infrastructure project while minimizing the financial burden on property owners. These efforts resulted in State Revolving Fund loans with significant principal forgiveness, zero interest on remaining balances, a $23 million federal WIIN grant, and a $1.85 million commitment from the Board of County Commissioners, ultimately eliminating non-forgivable loan costs and ensuring property owners are fully reimbursed for required assessments. County staff also secured additional assistance through a Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) cost-share grant from the St. Johns River Water Management District to help eligible residents offset the cost of private sewer connections and septic tank abandonment. Through continued coordination with homeowners, this funding increased to more than $10,000 per participating household.

At the Dedication Ceremony, Commissioner A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann provided a welcome message, stating, "Today's event marks something that has been decades in the making and we are grateful to everyone who helped make the water and sewer conversion project a reality. The superb vision and dedicated efforts of this remarkable team brought historic positive change to this community.  On behalf of the BOCC, thank you for a job extremely well done." 

Evrin Gilyard, a long-time American Beach resident who served as Chairman of the American Beach Water & Sewer District Advisory Committee, represented the property owners in the conversion project.  Mr. Gilyard began by thanking the BOCC, county staff, advisory board members, and the property owners of American Beach for working together to make this project a reality. "This was a date that I wasn't sure we would ever see,” Gilyard said. “As many of us know, this (the efforts to get public water and sewer) started 20+ years ago, and I give this Board credit for making it happen. The Lord works things out. He doesn't always do things we want him to do it but he's always right on time." 

During the ceremony, the BOCC shared its new video series, Beneath Our Feet - The American Beach Project, which highlights American Beach’s history, community, and ongoing legacy, and tells the stories of stories of founders and families, of struggles and triumphs, and of a community that has always looked both to its past and its future. This three-part video can be found on the County's YouTube page at https://nassaufl.co/NassauFLYouTube. 

The ceremony concluded with recognition of the dedicated individuals who served on the American Beach Water & Sewer District Advisory Board: Ervin Gilyard, Ruth Waters, Eugene Emory, Tony Brown, Colleen Hicks, James Staton, and Joseph Hayman.  Their time, leadership, and advocacy played a critical role in guiding the project forward and ensuring the community’s voice was represented throughout the process. Their service reflects a deep commitment to the long-term health, sustainability, and future of the American Beach community.

The BOCC extends its sincere appreciation to the FGUA, Department of Environmental Protection, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the St. Johns River Water Management District whose collaboration and support made this project possible.  Most importantly, the County thanks the American Beach community for their patience, partnership, and trust throughout the construction process. Special recognition is also extended to Senior Management Analyst Amy Bell, whose dedicated project management and daily communication with residents—answering questions, addressing concerns, and providing ongoing support—played a critical role in the successful completion of this transformative project.

Below are some photos from the event. If you would like to watch the Dedication Ceremony, please click here.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer 

1/5/26 @ 11:30 a.m.

Join us for a community workshop focused on flood risk and strengthening resiliency across Nassau County. This workshop will provide an overview of the County’s ongoing resiliency efforts and share preliminary findings from the Nassau County Resiliency Study.

Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to participate by sharing input on areas vulnerable to flooding, community priorities, and preferred mitigation strategies. Attendees will also learn about practical solutions available to private property owners to help protect homes and businesses.

Home and business owners will also have the opportunity to meet with County staff to discuss site-specific flooding concerns and future resilience planning. Representatives from the Northeast Florida Regional Council, St. Marys Riverkeeper, and North Florida Land Trust will be available to provide information and answer questions related to regional resiliency initiatives.

​WHAT: Flood Adaptation Plan Workshop 
WHEN: Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 
WHERE: Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

If you have any questions, please reach out to the Stormwater Drainage Department at (904) 530-6390 or e-mail [email protected]. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

Below are public meetings scheduled for the week of January 5 - January 9, 2026.  Agendas can be found at http://nassaufl.co/agendas. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

1/2/26 @ 9:00 a.m.

Holland Contractors will begin construction of the roundabout at North Harts Road/William Burgess Blvd. on January 7, 2026. Work is expected to be completed by January 30, 2026.  Motorists will continue to utilize the existing detour on Spring Meadow Avenue and traffic will be maintained in accordance with FDOT design standards.
If you have any questions, please contact Tom Howard, Project Manager for Holland Contractors, at (904) 319-1387 or via email at [email protected]. 

We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding during this construction period. While temporary inconveniences may occur, this improvement is designed to enhance safety and traffic flow for all who travel through the area. Thank you for your cooperation as we work to deliver long-term benefits for our residents and visitors.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer