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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.

Bids Awarded for New Segments of Amelia Island Trail

3/24/2025

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The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is working to construct a network of multi-use trails on Amelia Island to improve mobility and provide safe and efficient pedestrian and bicycle traffic along Amelia Island Parkway. In 2011, the BOCC constructed a trail from the southend of Amelia Island to Peters Point Beachfront Park. Then in 2019, the BOCC completed a segment from Crane Island to the Simmons Road Beach Access (known as The Amelia River to Sea Trail). 

More recently, the BOCC added a four-phase project to the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan that would connect the existing two trails, creating a continuous 12-mile trail from the southend of Amelia Island to South 8th Street. This four phase initiative began with Segment 1 which consisted of a new section of path from South Fletcher Avenue to Via Del Rey. Completed in May 2024, this addition has quickly become a popular off-road trail for local riders on Amelia Island. Segment 1 was mostly funded through Local Agency Plan (LAP) Grant Funding from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) which provided the County with $998,607. (County funded portion was $88,971) 

On February 24, 2025, the BOCC awarded Bid No. NC24-024 to CGC, Inc. in the amount of $2.7 million, for construction of Segment 3 connecting South 14th Street to Bailey Road, and Segment 4, connecting Bailey Road to South 8th Street. Additionally, on Monday, March 10, 2025, the BOCC awarded Bid No. NC24-003 to CGC, Inc. for construction of Segment 2 connecting Via Del Rey to 14th Street. Funding for Segments 2 - 4 are also being funded 100% by Federal funding administered through FDOT's LAP Program grant funds totaling just over $6 million. 

Mike Pikula, President of the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, Inc., stated, "This trail will be a much-welcomed addition to the island's off-road trail system and will provide another safe walking, running and cycling venue for our residents and guests. When completed, it will be the culmination of a multi-year coordinated effort by the Board of County Commissioners, County staff, the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), professional designers, builders and involved residents. Thank you to all who have supported trails on Amelia Island."

The Board of County Commissioners is grateful to the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail for their wonderful partnership in developing trails on Amelia Island and for leveraging their tools to assist the County in securing federal funds through the TPO and FDOT.

The BOCC looks forward to celebrating with the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail and members of the community upon completion of the final three segments. For more information about Amelia Island's Trails, please visit www.ameliaislandtrail.org. 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer
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State Legislature Approves Funding for Amelia Island Trail

6/15/2022

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6/15/22 @ 9:15 a.m. - 

Nassau County, in partnership with the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), has taken a proactive approach in developing a safe and viable non-vehicular transportation system to improve mobility. Part of this effort includes development of the Amelia Island Trail, a multi-use path that allows residents and visitors to easily access the places they want to go without having to drive there. The trail’s convenient location provides access to parks, beach accesses, and a variety of shopping and dining venues by foot or bicycle, thus reducing the need for a vehicle and alleviating traffic.

The County has been working closely with the City of Fernandina Beach and members of the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail to identify a path to extend the existing Amelia Island Trail from Simmons Road to the City of Fernandina Beach Waterfront. The initial estimate for this project came to approximately $7.4 million and left the City and County searching for funding mechanisms. The County ultimately submitted this project to the TPO as a top priority project. Then, the County submitted a funding request to the House of Representatives and the Florida Senate to be considered during the 2022 Legislative Session.
We are pleased to announce that during the 2022 Legislative Session, the Florida Legislature appropriated $5.1 million in Legislative Funding to Nassau County to be used to extend the Amelia Island Trail from Simmons Road to Hickory Street. The Trail route will follow the Will Hardee, Sadler Road, and 14th Street corridors. In coordination with the City of Fernandina Beach, additional funding will be needed to complete the segment from FBMS/FBHS to the Waterfront.

Kelly Gibson, Planning Director for the City of Fernandina Beach, stated, “ Extending the trail offers additional off-road options for our community to support daily needs and increase recreational opportunities. This funding supports the over two decades of planning and coordination efforts to connect Amelia Island through walking and biking trails. Benefits of the trail extensions will serve our residents, tourists and local businesses for many years to come”.

Mike Pikula, President of the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, stated, “From the perspective of Amelia Island’s many walkers, runners, and cyclists, this $5.1 appropriation for construction of a northward extension of the Amelia Island Trail is tremendous news! We appreciate the County and the City of Fernandina Beach for supporting our efforts in developing the trail and for their commitment to improving the quality of life for our community”.

The Legislative funding will be made available to the County in 2023. Once received, the County will begin the design phase of the project.

The Board appreciates the Legislative Delegation for supporting its request for funding, particularly Senator Aaron Bean and former State Representative (now Secretary of State), Cord Byrd, as they championed for Nassau County to ensure our needs were met during this year’s Legislative Session. The Board also extends their gratitude to the City of Fernandina Beach for their support of our efforts to expand the trail and the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail for their partnership in development of the trail.
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If you have any questions, please contact Deputy County Manager/Engineer, Robert Companion, at (904) 530-6010 ext. 6014 or e-mail [email protected].
 
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County Hosts Open House to Discuss Amelia Island Parkway Trail

12/8/2021

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12/8/21 @ 3:35 p.m. - Nassau County Engineering Services hosted an Open House on Monday, December 6th to share information about the Amelia Island Parkway Trail, a four-phase project totaling 3.2 miles in length from S. Fletcher Avenue to 8th Street.

About 25 residents were in attendance to hear the discussion which included information about the overall trail which will connect to the existing trail network on the island and eventually extend off-island.

County Engineer, Robert Companion, also shared information about Phase One which will span from S. Fletcher Avenue to Via Del Ray. This phase is anticipated to being in the summer of 2022. Funding is being provided by the Florida Department of Transportation through a Local Agency Program Agreement.

Residents in attendance seemed very pleased with the information that was presented, particularly when they learned that no trees or root systems will be impacted from this phase of the project. The goal is to also ensure that future phases also minimize or eliminate tree impacts wherever possible.

If you have any questions, please contact Engineering Services at (904) 530-6225.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

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Outstanding Service from the Road Department

4/27/2021

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4/27/21 @ 5:00 p.m. - Mike Pikula, President of the Friends of the Amelia Island Trails, provided these photos to us showing exceptional work by Road Department employees Travis Kolletar, John Wayne Williams and Travler Kolletar.

The bike rack along the Amelia River to Sea Trail was recently ripped from its mounts. The issue was reported to the Road Department and they quickly responded to make the necessary repairs. Great job to these employees and a big thank you to Mr. Pikula for sharing his positive interaction with the County!

-Sabrina Robertson
 Public Information Officer
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