4/29/22 @ 9:40 a.m. - Below are some photos taken at the 2022 Shrimp Festival Parade held on Thursday, April 28, 2022.
-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer
-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer
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4/29/22 @ 9:00 a.m. - Below are pictures from the week of April 22 - April 29, 2022. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer
4/28/22 @ 9:00 a.m. - In January 2022, County Manager, Taco Pope, instituted new Customer Care Standards to govern both internal and external interactions and to create a more positive workplace environment. (See original story here)
Part of this initiative includes an Employee Recognition Program in which employees can nominate co-workers who have demonstrated Nassau County's Customer Care Standards and/or who has provided exceptional performance beyond established duties and responsibilities. We are pleased to announce that we have two "Employees of the Quarter", John Horne and David Brown, for the period of January - March 2022. They were both given this award based on selfless actions they did together. They went above and beyond when a Nassau County resident entered the Convenience Recycle Center during a heavy rain storm and asked for assistance as she had two small children in her vehicle and was impacted by a flat tire. David and John immediately took action without regard to the weather and worked together to change her tire. Thanks to their efforts, this resident was able to get herself and her children home safely. This is just one small example of their service and dedication to the County. Both employees work tirelessly to perform closure and post-closure activities as required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for the County's landfill sites in Callahan, Bryceville and Lofton Creek. They also haul waste received at the Convenience Recycle Center to the Camden County Landfill and pull recycle bins from our sites around the County and hauls the materials to the appropriate recycling plant. If you see John or David, be sure to congratulate them on being Nassau County's "Employee of the Quarter". -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/27/22 @ 2:20 p.m. - Notice is hereby given that County Offices will be closing at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2022, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2022-2 issued by Administrative Judge, James Daniel. Please note that this includes the Convenience and Recycle Center located in Callahan. The facility will be open as normal on Saturday, April 30th from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
-Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer It's Flood Awareness Month! As a voluntary participant in the National Flood Insurance Program that provides residents with flood insurance at premium rates, we will be publishing periodic flood awareness messages throughout the month as it helps us maintain our flood management ratings.
Tip # 7: Flood Mitigation What would it cost if your community lost all its infrastructure or pristine beaches due to flooding? There are mitigation steps you can take now to reduce the loss of life and property by lessening the impact of disasters. Take action now by analyzing risk and then take steps to mitigate through insurance, retrofitting, relocation or elevating. According to FEMA, mitigation saves a community $6 for every $1 spent. Learn more here. - Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer  4/26/22 @ 1:30 p.m.-
In May 2017, the Board adopted a resolution creating the Essential Housing Advisory Committee (formerly known as the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee) to review affordable housing and strategize on ways to bring more affordable housing to our community. There are currently two vacant positions on the Essential Housing Advisory Board. Florida Statutes, Chapter 420.9076, mandates that the committee be comprised of at least eight, but no more than eleven members. Below are background/criteria recommended for the new appointments:
If you meet any of the above criteria and are interested in serving, please email your resume to Joshua Macbeth at [email protected] by the close of business on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. EHAC meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 4:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097. These are volunteer positions therefore, members do not receive any compensation for their time and/or service. If you have any questions, please contact the Planning Department at (904) 530-6300. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer It's Flood Awareness Month! As a voluntary participant in the National Flood Insurance Program that provides residents with flood insurance at premium rates, we will be publishing periodic flood awareness messages throughout the month as it helps us maintain our flood management ratings.
Tip # 6: Protect Our Natural Floodplain Functions Floodplains are areas located near rivers, ponds, lakes and ocean that flood periodically. They contain both cultural and natural resources that are good for the environment. Flood waters can carry nutrient-rich sediments that contribute to healthy vegetation. Flood plains are also beneficial to wildlife as they create a variety of habitats for fish and other animals. Protect our natural floodplain functions, keep swales and drainage ditches clear of debris to ensure water flow, and report the dumping of materials to the appropriate agency. Learn more about natural floodplains by visiting Nassau County's webpage dedicated to floodplain management and resiliency. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/25/22 @ 12:20 p.m. - Below are public meetings scheduled for this week:
Board of County Commissioners Monday, April 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097 Development Review Committee Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097 Agendas can be located on our website. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer  4/22/22 @ 5:15 p.m. - Attached is the March 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, special events, adopted policies and procedures, budget discussions, and more!
Topics in this edition includes: - Award for North Florida Land Trust Partner of the Year - Groundbreaking Ceremony for Westside Regional Park - Ribbon Cutting for Pages Dairy Road - Registering as a Vendor for Bid Opportunities - Procurement Advisory Group Established - Tree Commission Holds First Meeting 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 4/22/22 @ 4:20 p.m. - Below are pictures for the week of April 15 - April 22, 2022. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer  4/22/22 @ 11:30 a.m. - The North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is conducting a feasibility study to evaluate the possibility of extending Pages Dairy Road to provide additional east/west connections and alleviate traffic on State Road 200. Two viable segments have been identified. The first segment would extend Pages Dairy Road across Chester to Blackrock Road. The second segment would extend it even further from Blackroad Road to Barnwell Road.
The TPO has created a community survey in an effort to learn more about how residents are currently utilizing Pages Dairy Road and whether there is community support for the project. The survey can be accessed here and takes about 3-5 minutes to complete. At the end of the survey you will be given an option to provide your name and email address to receive updates about the project. Please note that this section is optional. The survey will close on May 7th so don't delay! If you have any questions, please contact County Engineer, Robert Companion, at (904) 530-6225 or via email a [email protected]. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/21/22 @ 2:15 p.m. - On Saturday, April 16, 2022, the County hosted the Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event. We are pleased to report that during the 4 hour event, a total of 348 vehicles came through. The event also included a food drive for Barnabas' food pantry. It has been reported that a total of 587 pounds was collected! This will have a positive impact on individuals in need right here in our community and we are grateful to everyone who made a donation. Thank you as well to each and every resident that attended the event and did their part to ensure that harmful items are kept out of the landfill. And a big thank you to the employees at Nassau County Solid Waste and Keep Nassau Beautiful for coordinating the event, and to the public works employees who spent their morning with us clearing out vehicles for the residents, sorting materials, and placing them in the proper truck for disposal. Below are some photos from the event. It will still be several weeks until we know the exact weight/tonnage of hazardous materials collected, but we will share that information as soon as it's available. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer   Crime Victims Advocate, Brittany Reynolds, with Chairman Aaron Bell 4/20/22 @ 11:45 a.m. - National Crime Victim's Rights Week is recognized annually across the country to highlight the important voices of crime survivors and the countless service providers and first responders who work tirelessly to support them.
2022 marks the 40th Anniversary of National Crime Victim's Rights Week and as such, the Board of County Commissioners feels it is important to recognize the efforts of our local Crime Victim's Advocate. The Sheriff has employed a Crime Victim's Advocate since 2000. The person serving in that position currently is Nassau County resident, Brittany Reynolds. Brittany attended today's County Commission meeting to accept Resolution No. 2022-034 proclaiming April 18 - April 24, 2022 as National Crime Victim's Rights Week in Nassau County, Florida. Being a victim of crime and navigating the criminal justice system can be a frightening and confusing experience. However, the Crime Victim's Advocate is here to assist victims by providing compassion, emotional support, guidance through the court process and assistance in finding much needed resources. We commend Brittany for all she does to support victims and survivors in the aftermath of crime. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/19/22 @ 3:45 p.m. - It's Flood Awareness Month! As a voluntary participant in the National Flood Insurance Program that provides residents with flood insurance at premium rates, we will be publishing periodic flood awareness messages throughout the month as it helps us maintain our flood management ratings.
Tip #5: Build Responsibly and Avoid Building in Floodplains Before you build, find out what the regulations are and what type of permits are required. Be aware of substantial improvement rules which are there to correct structures built before current regulations and flood mapping. For more information, visit your community's flood risk website. For example, if you live within a town or city, contact those entities directly. If you live in the County limits, visit the County's floodplain website here. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/19/22 @ 9:45 a.m. - On Thursday, April 14, 2022, Nassau County Fire Rescue hosted an awards ceremony to recognize achievements of personnel within the department. The event was held at the Journey Church with Tax Collector, John Drew, serving as the Master of Ceremonies. Since there was no event in 2020, awards were given for both 2020 and 2021 for some categories.
Below are names of those who were recognized. New Recruits/First Assignments These individuals completed their orientation program of studying, training, and demonstrating their sills to be given their first assignments: Blake Bass, Zachary Chancey, David Gonsalves, Jare Kampmeyer, Andrew Patterson, and Charles Putnam Firefighters Completing Probation These individuals completed their one-year probationary period and are now permanent members of the department: Thomas Lee, Justin Miller, Blake Partin, Matthew Roth, Joshua Gauthier, Brandon Richardson, Connor Wilson Jeffrey Gruentzel, Christopher Archuleta, Aaron Flores, Todd Gatlin, Ian Johnson and Ryan Kelley Promotion to Engineer After serving for a minimum of one year as an entry level firefighter, members are eligible to sit for an examination to be promoted to Engineer. As Engineer, these individuals operate the apparatus and are responsible for daily checks to the vehicles and equipment. Mike Powell, Luke Davis, Kyle Adams, Joey Driggers, Raleigh Zike, Alton Robey, Josh Fitchett, Jeremy Staub, Daulton Cowart, Michelle Hoover, David Kirk, ,Steven Henderson, Stephen Lawson, and Brandon Taylor Promotion to Lieutenant These individuals will be responsible for all operations of their crew while on shift: Lt. Brett Loius, Lt. Weston Gill, Lt. Ryan Ward, and Lt. Jeremy McAlee Administrative Commendations COVID Operations: Administrative Commendation Award were given to Battalion Chiefs Mike Eddins and Chris Gamble for the decisions they made to keep the department functioning at a high level during the COVID-19 pandemic. Station 70 Construction: Administrative Commendation Awards were given to Lt. Jamie Graf, Lt. Sean Watts and Lt. Adam Bolger for their leadership skills during the Station 70 construction while maintaining their crews and normal duties. SCBA Committee: Administrative Commendations were given to SCBA Committee Members Battalion Chief Pet Gunnell (Chair), Lt. Brett Louis, Lt. Ryan Ward, Lt. Sean Watts, and Eng. Joey Driggers. Unit Commendations This is awarded to any group of two or more members for exemplary performances of duties in overcoming obstacles under unusual or adverse conditions. Honor Guard: Prior to June of 2021, NCFR Honor Guard had experienced a decline in participation. A smal groupof remaining members were eager to revitalize the program. Battalion Chief, Jeff Dodd (Commander), Lt. Adam Salzburg, Lt. Brian Sloan, Lt. Jamie Graf, Lt. Brett Louis, Lt. Wes Gill, Eng. Jason Murphy, Eng. George Faucher, Eng. Grant Jones, Eng. Brandon McClellan, Eng. Josh Fitchett (Co-Commander), Eng. Brandon Taylor, Firefighter Joe McGee, Firefighter Wesley Hutcheson, Firefighter Joe Howell, Firefighter Justin Miller, Firefighter Connor Wilson, Firefighter Ryan Kelly Station 50/A Shift On September 24, 2021, this crew responded to an early morning call of a Deputy down. Upon arriving, they were able to regain a pulse and transported the Deputy to the UF-Health Trauma Center where he would later die fromo his injuries. The actions of the crew gave the family of Deputy Moyers a chance to say goodbye. It also allowed Deputy Moyers a chance to live through others by donating some of his organs to those in need. Members of this crew are: Lt. Adam Bolger, Eng. Cody Canaday, Eng. Chris Arnold, and Firefighter Matthew Roth K9 Chaoas Also in the early morning of September 24, 2021, crews from Rescue 90 and Engine 50 received reports that another officer had been shot. They arrived to find Jacksonville Sheriff's Office K-9 Deputy had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The crew administered life-saving treatment and transported Chaos to an emergency vet in Jacksonville. It is believed that the crew from Station 50 that morning was the first crew in the State to transport a K-9 Officer via rescue unit. Lt. Adam Bolger, Eng. John Watson, Eng. Robbie Hern, and Firefighter Matthew Roth Firefighter of the Year 2020 Firefighter of the Year: Lt. Ryan Ward. Lt. Ryan Ward serves as the leader of an internal orientation program consisting of 6 weeks of training. He oversees scheduling of training, coordinating instructors, and often teaches classes himself. 2021 Firefighter of the Year Engineer Josh Fitchett. Eng. Fitchett serves on the Awards Committee and Honor Guard and has performed his duties with great pride. Fire Officer of the Year 2020 Fire Officer of the Year Lt. David Lee. Lt. Lee participates in the County fleet replacement program and determines which specifications are required for each engine, rescue, ladder truck, tanker, brush truck, etc. He efforts have ensured that their vehicles are specified and built in a way that best meets the needs of the department. 2021 Fire Officer of the Year Lt. Brian Sloan. Lt. Sloan served as the Infection Control Officer and was actively involved in caring for members of NCFR related to COVID-19. He answered his phone many times, day and night, to help the personnel get the information they needed. Paramedic of the Year This is awarded to any paramedic of the department for exemplary service and dedication in the performance of their medical duties. Nassau County Fire Chief, Brady Rigdon, announced that the award is being renamed to the Dr. Farid Ullah Parademic of the Year Award, in honor of the original Medical Director for NCFR, Dr. Farid Ullah. He served for 40 years, giving his time and talents to enhance the skills of NCFR professionals. He passed away on September 24, 2021 following a lengthy illness but will always be remembered for his service and dedication to the County. 2020 Dr. Ullah Paramedic of the Year Award This was awarded to Eng. Matt Waggoner for his time spent upgrading the department's reporting software and serving as a primary instructor for Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support. 2021 Dr. Ullah Paramedic of the Year Award This was awarded to Eng. Joey Driggers for his efforts serving on the Quality Assurance Committee to improve system performance and improve emergency medical services in the County. Life Saving Medal This was awarded to Firefighter/Paramedic, Joshua Berglin. On September 10, 2021, while returning from a transport to Baptist Medical Center's Northside Campus, Rescue 40 came upon a motor vehicle that had crashed into a pond. The driver was still in the cab of the vehicle with his head submersed under water. With little regard to his own safety, FF/Paramedic Berglin, entered the pond, opened the door, pulled the driver out and brought him to shore where he was treated and transported. Distinguished Service Medal This was awarded to Battalion Chief, James Casteel. In December 2021, Fire Rescue's staffing program was attacked by ransomware. Battalion Chief Casteel immediately went to work try to determine a work-around and spent many hours working with the vendor so there was minimal impact to the organization. Please join us in congratulating each of these individuals for their achievements. We appreciate each of them and all they do to keep our community safe. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer |
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