7/19/18 @ 1:15 p.m. - On July 11, 2018, Assistant Planning Director, Adrienne Burke, was a panelist at an event hosted by the St. Johns Riverkeeper regarding the effect of flooding and sea level rise on our communities. The event was the fourth in a series called “River Rising,” town halls designed to engage the community around this topic.

For more information on the County’s role in the National Flood Insurance Program, visit our website.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/19/18 @ 11:20 a.m. - Below is lane closure information for State Road 200/A1A for the week of July 21st through July 27th. NOTE THIS INCLUDES SEVERAL LANE CLOSURES ON SATURDAY, JULY 21ST. JUST A FRIENDLY REMINDER THAT SOME OF THESE AREAS CAN BE AVOIDED BY UTILIZING PAGES DAIRY ROAD, AMELIA CONCOURSE, AND NASSAUVILLE ROAD.

SUBJECT: LANE CLOSURE INFORMATION 
Job Description:  SR-200 Reconstruction (W of Rubin Rd. to E of CR 107 Scott Rd.)
Financial Project Number:  210712-4-52-01 & 210712-4-56-01
Federal Aid Project Number:  4881064P
Contract Number:  T2579
County - Section Number:  Nassau - 74060
 
SPECIFIC LOCATION OF THE CLOSURE:
 
Daytime:    

• SR 200 WB Right Lane from just east of Duval Rd to Chester Rd; Saturday, 07/21/18; 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• SR 200 EB Right Lane from Chester Rd to just east of Duval Rd; Saturday, 07/21/18; 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• SR 200 WB LT Turn Lane at Arrigo Blvd; Saturday, 07/21/18; 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• SR 200 EB RT Turn Lane at Miner Rd; Monday, 07/23/18; 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

 
Nighttime:   None at this time.
 
REASON FOR THE CLOSURE (Type of Construction/Maintenance Activity):
Roadway Improvement of Water Run-off
Install Drainage Pipe
Locate Water Utility
 
PROJECT ENGINEER OR CONTACT PERSON AND TELEPHONE NUMBER:
ETM                                        
Kent Ponder
Cell: (904) 497-8891
Office: (904) 265-3215   

-Sabrina Robertson 
 County Manager's Office      
          

7/18/18 @ 1:50 p.m. - Please see the below Press Release regarding Commissioner Taylor earning his Certified County Commissioner designation through the Florida Association of Counties.

Press Release:
 
NASSAU COUNTY, FL - The Florida Counties Foundation (FCF) presented 39 County Commissioners with the Certified County Commissioner (CCC) designation following completion of a comprehensive study program developed by the Foundation. Commissioner Taylor received the designation with 38 other county commissioners during an awards ceremony held at the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) Annual Conference in Orange County, Florida.
 
Upon completing the Certified County Commissioner Program, Commissioner Taylor stated that, “I highly recommend this program to any County Commissioner who wants to expand their leadership skills and gain a better understanding on how to effectively handle various issues such as growth, environmental protection, and budgetary restraints. The coursework associated with this program has provided me with additional knowledge I need to effectively represent my district, as well as Nassau County”.
 
Launched in 1996, the Certified County Commissioner Program is a voluntary program of study designed for county commissioners to learn information and enhance skills relevant to their duties and responsibilities through a series of courses totaling 45 hours. Since the inception of the program, a total of 459 Florida commissioners have received the CCC designation.
 
By participating in this program, commissioners gain valuable tools to assist them in their public service every day, said Florida Counties Foundation Director, Eric Poole. “The graduates today have shown an exceptional commitment to serving Florida’s counties”.
 
The CCC Program coursework covers a variety of topics, such as ethics and Sunshine Law, county government roles and responsibilities, county government structure and authority, financial management, growth management, negotiation skills, economic development, and effective communication.
 
The University of Florida/IFAS Extension sponsors the Foundation’s educational programs.  For more information about the Foundation or the CGE programs and courses, visit the FCF website at http://factor.fl-counties.com.  

For more than 85 years, the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) has represented the diverse interests of Florida’s counties, emphasizing the importance of protecting home rule, the concept that government closest to the people governs best. The Florida Association of Counties helps counties effectively serve and represent Floridians by strengthening and preserving county home rule through advocacy, education and collaboration.
 
*********************************************************************************************************If you have any questions, please contact Cragin Mosteller, Director of Communications at the Florida Association of Counties, at (850) 294-9307.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/17/18 @ 1:55 p.m. - Attached are monthly progress reports from the Florida Department of Transportation as it relates to the State Road 200 Construction Project. The report includes information on activities that have taken place since the project began, as well as activities that took place in June 2018.

If you have any questions, please contact Odette Struys, Information Officer for FDOT, at (904) 360-5582 or via e-mail at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/17/18 @ 2:40 p.m. - The Board of County Commissioners is currently seeking three individuals to fill vacancies on the Code Enforcement Board for Districts One, Three, and Five.

The Code Enforcement Board is a quasi-judicial body with seven members whose responsibilities are to receive and evaluate evidence and testimony regarding alleged violations of the County's Codes and Ordinances. Fines can be imposed against parities found to be in violation.

Examples of typical cases heard by the Code Board include, but are not limited to:

• Accumulations of trash, litter, and debris
• Occupying recreational vehicles
• Parking commercial vehicles in improper zones
• Unserviceable vehicles

The Board is made up of seven members as follows:

• Five (5) District representatives
• Two (2) at-large members

The Code Enforcement Board meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Board members serve three (3) year terms and are required to file financial disclosure. Florida Statute does not allow for compensation for serving on the Board, however it does allow for mileage reimbursement rates as set annually by the Federal General Services Administration.

If you reside in District One, Three or Five (click here to see District Map), and are interested in serving on this Board, please e-mail your resume to [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/17/18 @ 10:00 a.m. - Below are public meetings scheduled for this week:

Planning & Zoning Board
Tuesday, July 17th at 6:00 p.m.
James S. Page Governmental Complex, Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Board of County Commissioner's Meeting
Wednesday, July 18th at 9:00 a.m.
James S. Page Governmental Complex, Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 18th at 4:00 p.m.
James S. Page Governmental Complex, Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097

Agendas for meetings can be located on our website.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/17/18 @ 9:35 a.m. - As previously announced, County Attorney Mike Mullin has been appointed as Interim County Manager until the position of County Manager is filled. Mr. Mullin will be holding two meetings per month to make himself available to anyone wishing to ask County related questions and/or address County related issues. These meetings will be held on the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of each month from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097 (James S. Page Governmental Complex).

The public can also contact Mr. Mullin via phone at (904) 530-3010 or via e-mail at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/16/18 @ 10:15 a.m. - The County has received notification that Jax Utilities Management will be installing a new water main on County Road 108 in Hilliard, between Illinois Street and Bay Road. Construction was scheduled to begin this past Saturday, July 14th and will continue through August 30th. During this time, there will be lane closures throughout the day.

If you have any questions or concerns, you are directed to contact General Superintendent, Jody Pickett, at (904) 517-2717 or via e-mail at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/6/18 @ 8:40 a.m. - Below is lane closure information for the week of July 7 through July 13, 2018. NOTE: THIS INCLUDES A DAYTIME LANE CLOSURE ON SATURDAY, JULY 7TH FROM 7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. TO THE WESTBOUND RIGHT LANE OF STATE ROAD 200/A1A BETWEEN O'NEIL SCOTT ROAD TO BLACKROCK ROAD.

SUBJECT: LANE CLOSURE INFORMATION 
Job Description:  SR-200 Reconstruction (W of Rubin Rd. to E of CR 107 Scott Rd.)
Financial Project Number:  210712-4-52-01 & 210712-4-56-01
Federal Aid Project Number:  4881064P
Contract Number:  T2579
County - Section Number:  Nassau - 74060
 
 
SPECIFIC LOCATION OF THE CLOSURE:
 
Daytime:    
 

• SR 200 WB Left Lane from Oneil Scott Rd to Black Rock Rd; Saturday, 07/07/18; 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

 
Nighttime:   None at this time.
 
 
REASON FOR THE CLOSURE (Type of Construction/Maintenance Activity):
Attenuators and Moving Barrier Wall
 
PROJECT ENGINEER OR CONTACT PERSON AND TELEPHONE NUMBER:
ETM                                        
Carrie Smithheart, PA              
Office: (904) 265-3170          
Cell:  (904) 509-9007  

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office      

7/5/18 @ 4:50 p.m. - On Tuesday, July 3, 2018, JEA notified certain customers in the Yulee area that a Boil Water Advisory was in affect due to a broken water main. The County requested they provide us a map of the affected areas so we could share it here with the residents. The areas under this advisory are shown in green.

It is anticipated that the advisory will be lifted by tomorrow. If you have any questions, please reach out to Virginia DeRoma with JEA at (904) 671-5686 or email her at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/5/18 @ 2:15 p.m. - The Florida Department of Transportation will be hosting an Open House on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 from 4:30 -6:30 p.m. to discuss the Amelia Island Resurfacing Project. This project will provide the segment of State Road 200/A1A from the Thomas J. Shave Bridge to Centre Street with newly resurfaced pavement, repairs to the curb,medians and sidewalks, along with a few other upgrades and modifications. The project is expected to begin this summer.

The Open House will be held at the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce located at 961687 Gateway Boulevard, Suite 101G, Amelia Island, FL 32034.

Attached is the flyer containing additional information.

If you have any questions, please contact Odette Struys, Public Information Officer for FDOT, at (904)360-5348 or via e-mail at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/5/18 @ 10:00 a.m. - There has been a lot of misconception about the beach access curfew currently under consideration by the Board of County Commissioners. Please be advised there are no plans to limit access to the beach or eliminate camping. There is currently a curfew in place for parking in beach front parks (beach accesses) and the Board is holding a hearing next week to change the hours of the curfew. Below is some history on this subject for your information.

In the summer of 2016, at the request of many members of the public, the Board held several public meetings to address all of the beach ordinances. These meetings were well attended by the public and comments and recommendations by the public were considered before the final Ordinance was adopted. Many individuals at these meetings expressed concerns related to activities taking place on the beach and in the beach front parks during the evening hours. Many residents requested that the beaches be closed after dark. The Board felt most of the nuisances were coming from the parking lot areas and decided that they would limit parking after 8:00 p.m., however the public would still be allowed to access the beach to fish, walk, camp, etc. As a result, Ordinance No. 2016-09 was adopted which mandated that cars could not be parked in beach front parks between the hours of 8:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.

The Board recently received requests from the public to change the curfew to be consistent with the curfew the City of Fernandina Beach has in place for their beach front parks which is midnight to 5:00 a.m. A public hearing has been scheduled for Monday, July 9, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. to consider this change. A copy of the proposed Ordinance is attached for your information.

Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting and address the Board with any questions or concerns. Meetings are held in the Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097 (James S. Page Governmental Complex).

As you all know, many people are very passionate about the beach. The Board has no desire to limit citizen access to the beach, however they also struggle to find a solution that works for everyone. We trust that this information will eliminate the public's concerns in knowing that the Board has no intent on restricting public access to the beach. If you have any questions, please contact the County Manager's Office at (904) 530-6010.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/3/18 @ 5:05 p.m. - County Offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, in observance of Independence Day. Offices will resume normal business hours on Thursday, July 5th.

We hope you all have a safe and happy holiday!

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office

7/3/18 @ 3:30 p.m. - Nassau County's Affordable Housing Committee (AHAC) has been meeting monthly in an effort to identify affordable housing opportunities for our residents. They have coordinated a series of public outreach strategies to engage with Nassau County communities about affordable housing. The first of these Affordable Housing Speaking Series has been scheduled for Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the Peck Center located at 516 South 10th Street. The event will feature Bill Lazar, Executive Director for the St. Johns Housing Partnership, who will be hosting the discussion.

This event is free and open to the public.

If you have any questions, please contact Adrienne Burke, Assistant Director for the Department of Planning & Economic Opportunity, at (904) 530-6300 or via e-mail at [email protected].

-Sabrina Robertson
County Manager's Office

7/3/18 @ 2:00 p.m. - In accordance with President Trump's national directive, Governor Rick Scott issued the attached memorandum mandating that all flags in the State of Florida be flown at half-staff through sunset tonight in honor and remembrance of the victims of the act of violence committed at the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland on June 28, 2018.

To see the Proclamation issued by President Trump, please click here.

-Sabrina Robertson
 County Manager's Office