2/28/22 2 4:15 p.m. -Below are public meetings scheduled for this week:

Board of County Commissioners
Monday, February 28, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Development Review Committee
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 9:00 a.m.
Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Planning & Zoning Board
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Agendas can be located on our website.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/28/22 @ 11:50 a.m. - Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting on Monday, March 7, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. in celebration of the completion of the Pages Dairy Road Improvements Project. This project included widening and resurfacing of Pages Dairy Road between Chester and Felmor Road, addition of bike lanes, and addition of left and right turn lanes onto Felmor Road from Pages Dairy.

The total project cost was $4.7 million, of which, $1.25 million was provided by the Florida Department of Transportation through grant funding. While the County has completed its portion of the improvements, please note that FDOT is still in the process of replacing the bridge at Lofton Creek. It is our understanding that this work will be completed in the Winter of 2022.

WHAT: Ribbon Cutting in Celebration of Pages Dairy Rd. Improvements
WHEN: Monday, March 7, 2022 at 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: 86674 Pages Dairy Road (in front of the Harbor Shores Apostolic Church)

If you have any questions about the Pages Dairy Road project, please contact Engineering Services at (904) 530-6225.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/28/22 @ 9:30 a.m. - The County has received notification that Homegrown Way (located within the Wildlight Community) we will be closed between Wildlight Avenue and Floco Avenue for installation of a water main. The temporary closure began this morning at 7am and will remain closed until 6pm for the next three days. Florida Infrastructure will place appropriate signage as required by the Florida Department of Transportation and will remove it each afternoon. They have also indicated that all businesses will continue to have full access and the detour will have no hindering on emergency vehicles needing to access to the area.

If you have any questions, please contact Florida Infrastructure at (904) 378-9700 ext. 103.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/25/22 @ 3:15 p.m. - Below are pictures from the week of February 18 - February 25, 2022.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

The Board of County Commissioners has been made aware that a contractor has reached out to homeowners stating that they have unhealthy trees on their property that need to be removed. Residents have reported hiring this business to have the tree(s) removed, only to find out that the trees were actually healthy and that this may have been a scheme to generate business. If you are contacted, please do your due diligence to investigate the matter to ensure that you are not a victim of a scam. Contact an ISA certified arborist to conduct an inspection and to provide a tree risk assessment report prior to making any decision to have it removed. You can search for an ISA Arborist at https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist
 
It's also important to note that Nassau County’s new Tree Protection Ordinance went into effect on February 7, 2022, and it applies to properties in the unincorporated area of Amelia Island (outside of the City limits). This ordinance requires that a tree removal permit must be issued before the removal of a protected tree can occur. Removal of a protected tree without a permit is a violation of the Land Development Code and can result in the enforcement of penalties ranging from mandatary tree replacement, inch-for-inch and/or up to a $15,000 fine. Property owners and contractors can be held jointly liable for violations.
 
Nassau County’s Tree Ordinance can be found at: https://library.municode.com/fl/nassau_county/codes/code_of_ordinances . See Article 37, Section 37.02.
 
If you have any questions, please contact County Arborist, Garner Cox, at (904) 530-6300 or via e-mail at [email protected].
 
-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/24/22 @ 9:35 a.m. - The County has received notification that CSX Transportation has secured Southern Commercial Development, LLC, to conduct emergency repairs to the railroad crossing on Sandy Ford Road, between US 1 and Cow Bird Lane. The work will take place on Friday, March 4th beginning at 9am and ending at approximately 6pm. The repair will require a complete closure, therefore no traffic will be permitted to cross the track until the work is complete.

Southern Commercial Development has indicated that appropriate signage will be put in place prior to the closure date. Motorists should avoid the closure area. If you have any questions, please contact Erika Elmore of Southern Commercial Development at (229) 262-4394.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/24/22 @ 9:00 a.m. - Attached is the January 2022 edition of the Board of County Commissioner's newsletter. This monthly publication features a variety of information related to projects and activities for departments under the Board of County Commissioners. It also includes information about road projects, adopted policies and procedures, community outreach events/programs, budget discussions, and more!

If you have any questions, please contact the County Manager's Office at (904) 530-6010 or email [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/23/22 @ 4:10 p.m. - The Department of Health-Nassau has issued the attached Press Release regarding recalled infant formula. Please read this carefully and contact the DOH at (904) 832-2644.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

The bi-annual Household Hazardous Waste and Recycling Event will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. - noon (or until trucks reach capacity... whichever comes first).

Examples of items that will be accepted include:
- Aerosol cans
- Household cleaners
- Cooking oil (used)
- Oil, lubricants, oil filters
- Insecticides and pesticides
- Computers
- Radios
- Printers
- Power tools
- Televisions, VCRs, DVD players
- Batteries
- Propane Tanks
- Paints and paint thinners
- And much, much more!

What: Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event
When: Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 8am-12pm (or until truck reaches capacity)
Where: Nassau County Road Department, 86200 Gene Lassere Blvd., Yulee, FL 32097

Please enter the facility utilizing Courtney Isles Way from Chester Rd.(see map below for details)

This event is FREE to Nassau County residents with proof of residency. Small businesses may also be approved to dispose of items for a small fee, however you must call Keep Nassau Beautiful in advance to register at (904) 261-0165.

Participants are asked to bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the Barnabas Food Pantry.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/18/22 @ 4:00 p.m. - Below are pictures from the week of February 11 - February 18, 2022.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/17/22 @ 7:15 p.m.

Keep Nassau Beautiful (KNB) volunteers and partner organizations will be holding three free-tree /drive-through events where residents can pick-up one or two free trees to be planted in Nassau County.

Individuals, businesses, and organizations may reserve free trees by completing a few simple steps; reviewing UF/IFAS Extension tree fact sheets for the available species and viewing an educational video led by UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension. Once the on-line learning is complete residents will be ready to complete the reservation form to select their preferred tree species and pick-up location. Completion of the reservation form is required 72 hours prior to the drive-through event. Nassau County proof of residency is required to pick up one or two of our 3-gallon size trees. Residents are also asked to help the tree get its best chance at a healthy long life by following a watering schedule while their tree gets established.

Free tree drive-through events are scheduled as follows:

• Callahan: Saturday, March 12th at the NEFL Fairgrounds
• Yulee: Saturday, March 26th at the County Road & Bridge Office on Gene Lasserre Blvd.
• Fernandina Beach: Saturday, April 2nd at Peck Center

All events will be held between 9am – 11am. Details and reservation form at https://keepnassaubeautiful.org/news-and-events/.

The project is being generously funded through dedicated grants, fundraising activities and private donations. Liberty Landscape Supply sponsors the supply of up to 5-species of trees for the drive-through events. The City of Fernandina Beach funds trees for residents of the City of Fernandina Beach. Up to 500 trees will be distributed and species are available while supplies last.

“Trees are essential to addressing the negative effects of climate change, maintaining wildlife habitat, retaining property values and providing aesthetic beauty,” said Mike Cole, KNB Board Chair, “Keep Nassau Beautiful is honored to host these free tree drive-through events which engage residents in keeping Nassau County green and beautiful for future generations.” For more information [email protected] or 904-261-0165. 

Keep Nassau Beautiful, Inc. is working to inspire, educate, and equip individuals, groups, businesses and governments to take action to make Nassau County a place where residents, visitors and wildlife can thrive and experience the beauty of Nassau County. www.keepnassaubeautiful.org

2/15/22 @ 10:30 a.m.

On, Friday, February 11, 2022, the Board of County Commissioners hosted a road naming ceremony in honor of Facilities Supervisor, Bill Howard, an 18 year employee who passed away in September 2021. In his role as Facilities Supervisor, Bill oversaw the maintenance of all the facilities within the Judicial Complex including the Robert M. Foster Justice Center; the Records Center; the Detention Center; the Sheriff's Administration Building; and the Emergency Operations Center. He was also responsible for ensuring that the HVAC systems functioned properly in all County facilities and served as a mentor to employees as they worked to obtain their HVAC certifications.

Bill was an outstanding employee who often went above and beyond the call of duty. But even more than that, Bill was a great person and friend to many. In an effort to commemorate Bill's service and dedication to the County, the Board voted on November 17 2021, to name the unnamed service road just south of the Robert M. Foster Justice Center "Bill Howard Way" in his honor.

Approximately 75 individuals were in attendance at the sign unveiling event which began with a welcome message by Chairman Aaron Bell. Guest speakers included the Honorable Judge James Daniel, the Honorable Judge Robert Foster; District One County Commissioner, John Martin; and Clerk of Courts, John Crawford. Bill's brother-in-law, Mark Glisson, also spoke about Bill's love of his job with the County and thanked the Board for naming the road in his honor. There were a lot of laughs and a lot of tears as everyone joined together to share stories and memories of Bill. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this a great event.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/15/22 @ 9:15 a.m.

Nassau County Solid Waste will host the next Waste Tire Amnesty Day on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at the Convenience Recycle Center located at 46026 Landfill Rd., Callahan.

The event begins at 8:30 a.m. and will last until 12:00 p.m., or until the trucks fill (whichever comes first). This event allows Nassau County residents to safely dispose of car and light truck tires at NO COST (must show proof of residency). Tires must be off the rim and free of debris. No commercial loads will be accepted.

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

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/14/22 @ 3:10 p.m. - As you may know, the Nassau County Public Library partners with the Amelia Island Book Festival and each year, the two groups select a best selling novelist to be featured for the One Book, One Community Program.

The 2022 One Book, One Community's chosen read is The Shop on Royal Street by Karen White. The next event in this series will be held on Friday, March 4 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Song and Story Bookstore Bistro located at 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach. There is no cost to participate in the book discussion, however if you would like coffee and scones, you must purchase a ticket in advance from the Library by March 1st. The cost is $10. Seating is limited so RSVPs are required. Visit the Library's website to sign-up.

If you have any questions, please contact the Library directly at (904) 530-6500.


-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer

2/14/22 @ 9:30 a.m. - Below are public meetings scheduled for this week:

Board of County Commissioners Strategic Planning Workshop(s):
Monday, February 14, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
FSCJ - Red Bean Center, Nassau Room
76346 William Burgess Blvd., Yulee, FL 32097

Note: Should the Board not complete the Strategic Session on Monday, February 14th, it will continue into Tuesday, February 15th beginning at 9:00 a.m. until finished, but not past 2:00 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting
Monday, February 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Development Review Committee
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 9:00 a.m.
Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Planning & Zoning Board
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Essential Housing Advisory Committee
Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.
Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

CLAM Committee
Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 5:00 p.m
Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Agendas can be found on our website.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer