9/17/25 @ 2:00 p.m. - At today's meeting, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) recognized Gary "Scott" Hemmingway on his upcoming retirement after 30+ years of service. Hired as a part-time Firefighter/Emergency Management Technician (EMT) on April 25, 1995, Scott has served in a variety of positions throughout his career including Engineer/EMT; Engineer/Paramedic; Lieutenant; Assistant Fire Chief, and Fire Inspector/Investigator.
Chief Brady Rigdon thanked Scott for his service stating, "When I started here, Scott was the Assistant Chief. He guided me, stood beside me and helped me get my feet on the ground, and I appreciated that. Thank you, Scott, for all you've done for the County, and thank you for 30 years."
Scott also took the podium stating, "Thank you to the Board for the recognition this morning and thank God for keeping me safe for 30 years. Thank God for keeping my family safe while I was away from home." He thanked his wife for her unwavering support and for caring for their family during the long hours he spent serving the community, often working shifts lasting up to 48 hours.
Scott will retire from Nassau County Fire Rescue on October 3, 2025, and will be greatly missed by the BOCC, his fellow firefighters and paramedics, and the citizens of Nassau County who benefited from his decades of commitment and service.
-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer
Chief Brady Rigdon thanked Scott for his service stating, "When I started here, Scott was the Assistant Chief. He guided me, stood beside me and helped me get my feet on the ground, and I appreciated that. Thank you, Scott, for all you've done for the County, and thank you for 30 years."
Scott also took the podium stating, "Thank you to the Board for the recognition this morning and thank God for keeping me safe for 30 years. Thank God for keeping my family safe while I was away from home." He thanked his wife for her unwavering support and for caring for their family during the long hours he spent serving the community, often working shifts lasting up to 48 hours.
Scott will retire from Nassau County Fire Rescue on October 3, 2025, and will be greatly missed by the BOCC, his fellow firefighters and paramedics, and the citizens of Nassau County who benefited from his decades of commitment and service.
-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer
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