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Nassau County, Florida

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.

JIS Update #12

3/31/2020

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This evening’s JIS Release includes a new positive case as of 6:30 p.m. this evening.

From Emergency Management:

​PUBLIC INFORMATION RELEASE – 03/31/2020 1830 HOURS
CONTACT: ASHLEY SPICER
PIO NASSAU COUNTY EOC
E-MAIL: NCEM@NASSAUSO.COM
FACEBOOK: NASSAUEM

JIS RELEASE #12

The “OneNassau” Joint Information System (JIS) continues to monitor rapid changes to the COVID-19 pandemic in order to provide timely, accurate and a unified message to Nassau County residents. We will provide updates each afternoon at 6pm and add timely messaging to our Facebook Page NassauEM and website Nassaufl-em.com.

Current Situation in Nassau County:

• As of 6:30 pm, March 31 2020, FDOH Nassau received a new case report of a positive COVID-19 test in a Nassau resident. The case is a 44 year old female with no known contact to a confirmed case and no travel history. The Health Department is conducting case investigation and contact tracing. The individual will remain in isolation until released by public health. This brings the total case count to date to ten for Nassau County.

As the Nassau case count continues to increase FDOH reminds the public to continue with community mitigation and prevention practices which include proper hand washing, social distancing and stay home if ill. More information about personal protective measures or COVID-19 go to the Florida Department of Health website at: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/

• The Florida State Department of Transportation has implemented two highway check-points in Florida: southbound traffic along I-95 at the Florida Department of Transportation Weigh Station to stop and interview travelers from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and to advise those travelers to self-quarantine for a period of 14 days. The state is collecting contact information for each traveler from the so-called tri-state area. A similar check-point is set-up in Escambia County along I-10 to check travelers from NY, NY, CT and Louisiana.
• If you have questions about the checkpoints, you can visit FDOT.gov, FL511.com or call the Florida Department of Transportation at 866-374-3368.
• A reminder that guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Florida Department of Health recommend residents to limit gatherings of no more than 10 persons.
• The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is at Level 2 Activation with enhanced staffing to take calls from the public and continue processing emergency requests for resources.
• Emergency Management and Department of Health personnel continue to monitor the situation in Nassau County and the State, and are prepared to respond to any changes in the community’s needs
• The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) website floridahealthcovid19.gov is a timely source about COVID-19 in Florida, but anyone with questions about the pandemic can call the Nassau County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at 904-548-0900 or FDOH COVID-19 Call Center toll-free at 866-779-6121
• Nassau County Schools are providing meals for students – see https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/ for more info- until a decision is made that it is safe for students to return to classes
• A number of Executive Orders have been issued that impact our local businesses. Business owners should complete the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) impact survey at https://floridadisaster.biz/; businesses experiencing economic injury may apply for a bridge-loan on www.FloridaDisasterLoan.org or Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan assistance at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/
• For individuals who suspect they are positive, show symptoms, have travelled to a known “hot spot” area of the country, travelled overseas or come into contact with a person known to have tested positive, they should contact the primary care provider, DOH-Nassau at 904-875-6100 or seek testing at the federally approved site at TIAA Bank Field.
• Everyone (ill or not) should follow “social distancing” and infection control measures to protect the most vulnerable in our community.

Continue to take everyday precautions to reduce disease transmission:
~If you are at risk or have underlying health conditions, avoid crowds and maintain “social distancing” practices.
~ Stay home and away from others whenever ill
~ Cough/sneeze into your elbow, sleeve, or a tissue (and throw the used tissue into the trash)
~ Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, or having been in a public place; if soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
~ Avoid touching common surfaces in public places – door handles, ATM buttons, handrails, etc. Use a tissue or your sleeve to cover your hand or finger if you must touch something; avoid touching your face, eyes, nose, and mouth.
~ Clean and disinfect frequently-touched surfaces to remove germs every day (e.g., tables and counters, doorknobs, light switches, steering wheels, keyboards and mice, faucets, remotes, and phones)

The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is the “clearing house” for Nassau County’s JIS and posts incident information regularly on the NassauEM Facebook Page and www.NassauFL-EM.com website. If you have questions, please call the EOC’s information line 904-548-0900 Monday-Friday 0800-1700 hrs, or message the EOC staff through the NassauEM Facebook page.

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2020 Census Story: Shape Your Future

3/31/2020

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3/31/20 @ 5:40 p.m.

Shaping Your Future

The results of the 2020 Census will help determine how hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding flow into communities every year for the next decade. That funding shapes many different aspects of every community, no matter the size, no matter the location.

Think of your morning commute: Census results influence highway planning and construction, as well as grants for buses, subways, and other public transit systems.

Or think of your local schools: Census results help determine how money is allocated for the Head Start program and for grants that support teachers and special education.

The list goes on, including programs to support rural areas, to restore wildlife, to prevent child abuse, to prepare for wildfires, and to provide housing assistance for older adults.

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Barnabas Stillness Available for Residents During COVID-19 Crisis

3/31/2020

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Barnabas Would like to remind residents that they are still available to serve them with immediate needs such as food and crisis assistance and healthy services.

Call them at 904-277-7000.
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Two New Cases Reported This Morning

3/31/2020

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3/31/20 @ 12:00 p.m.

​As of 11:00 am, March 31 2020, FDOH Nassau has received two new case reports of positive COVID-19 testing in Nassau residents . One case is a 24 year old male with no known contact to a confirmed case and no travel history. The other case is a 42 year old male with travel associated exposure. The Health Department is conducting case investigation and contact tracing. The individuals will remain in isolation until released by public health. This brings the total case count to date to nine for Nassau County.

FDOH Nassau reminds the public that initial case report data is provisional and requires completed investigation to verify. Therefore, there will be some adjustment in the numbers as the Health Department continues to provide as real time information as possible but follows up to assure accurate data for final counts.

More information on about Florida cases and testing are available at: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/
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April 1st is Census Day

3/30/2020

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3/30/20 @ 8:15 a.m. - Wednesday, April 1st is Census Day! By now, you should have received your Census packet in the mail. We need every citizen to be counted (infants too). Our responses determine how federal and state grants and aid are funded to our County. These funds help our schools, non-profits, hospitals, businesses and local government for things such as roads and public transportation.

They've made it easier than ever to respond as you can fill out the questionnaire and return it by mail, or you can now respond online through their website using the Census code provided in your packet. Click here to respond online.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office
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Shelter in Place With a Shelter Pet

3/30/2020

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Nassau County Animal Services
86078 License Road, Yulee, FL 32034
(near Target, Petco and Home Depot)
904.530.6150.

Shelter Hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 11 – 4, Wednesday 1 – 6, Saturday 11 - 3.

CORONA VIRUS UPDATE:

In an effort to prevent the spread of the Corona virus, Nassau County Animal Services is currently showing available dogs to the public by appointment only. We are not showing cats at this time. For specific instructions, call and schedule an appointment, (904) 530-6150.

“Can I shelter-in-place with you?”

SHELTER-IN-PLACE WITH A SHELTER PET!

Imagine living in a 4' x 8' room without television, without the Internet or even a phone. A room without a window. Where someone turns the lights out at 5 PM and doesn’t turn them on until 8 AM. Imagine that this room serves as your dining room, your bathroom, and your bedroom. Imagine what it is like to be a shelter pet.

Since you and your family are sheltering in place, why not foster a shelter pet for a week or two? According to the Center for Disease Control there isn't any evidence that animals be infected with, or transmit the Corona virus to humans. Now what's your excuse?
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Eighth COVID-19 Case Reported

3/29/2020

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From Emergency Management:

​Update: As of 6:30 pm, March 29 2020, FDOH Nassau has received a new case report of a positive COVID-19 test in a 37 year old female resident. The Health Department is conducting case investigation and contact tracing. The individual is a close contact to a previously reported case and will remain in isolation until released by public health. This brings the total case count to date to eight for Nassau County.

More information on about Florida cases and testing are available at: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/
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Governor Issues Vehicle Check on I-95

3/29/2020

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3/29/20 @ 11:30 a.m.
​The Governor has ordered a vehicle check on I-95 similar to what is being done on I-10 in the panhandle. Starting about ‪10 am Sunday morning‬ all southbound traffic will be routed through the weigh station looking for vehicles from NY, NJ and Conn. Dept. Of Health officials will be asking them questions about their destination and giving them self quarantine info. They will close the southbound exit to US 17 so that may impact the I-95 exit to SR-200 as well. FHP and FDOT will get it kicked off and will ask for resources from sheriffs offices around the state to assist. It will be a 24 hour operation and no end date has been decided yet.
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FHP has been tasked with going to their destination and checking on their compliance. Citations issued if they are not complying.
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Seventh COVID-19 Case Reported in Nassau

3/28/2020

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3/28/20 @ 6:30 p.m.

From Nassau County Emergency Management:

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As of 6 pm, March 28 2020, FDOH Nassau has received a new case report of a positive COVID-19 test in a 72 year old male resident. The Health Department is conducting case investigation and contact tracing. The individual will remain in isolation until released by public health. This brings the total case count to date to seven for Nassau County.

More information on about Florida cases and testing are available at: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/
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Q&A With County Manager Regarding Frequently Asked Questions During the COVID-19 Pandemic

3/27/2020

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3/27/20 @ 5:30 p.m. - Yesterday, we conducted a Question and Answer session with County Attorney/County Manager, Mike Mullin. The questions used consisted of frequently asked questions we've had from residents  since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Topics discussed included: beach closures; outdoor recreation; lodging establishments; monitoring of individuals arriving to the County from the New York Tri-State area; and simulated gaming establishments

We hope that you find this information useful.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office
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