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June 26, 2023

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Press Release

By Nassau County BOCC

06-23-23

Turtle Talk Tuesday

This week for Turtle Talk Tuesday, we shared this video of a sea turtle excavation that took place in 2021. Every day, volunteers from the Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch walk the length of the beach looking for signs that a sea turtle has come ashore to nest. The nest is then located and roped off for protection. The volunteers return to the nest daily to check it and make sure it’s okay. After the incubation period ends in about 50-60 days, they watch to see that eggs have hatched and within a few days, they return to the next to excavate it. This includes releasing any hatchlings that did not emerge from the next and counting egg shards (both hatched and unhatched).

Video Link: https://www.thecountyinsider.com/home/turtle-talk-tuesday-sea-turtle-excavation

If you’ve never been to a sea turtle excavation, you’re missing out! Visit the Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch webpage to locate an excavation schedule.

Video Credit: Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau

BOCC Newsletter for May 2023

Attached is the May 2023 edition of the of the Board of County Commissioner’s monthly newsletter. This monthly publication features a variety of information related to projects and activities for the departments under the Board. It also includes information about road projects, special events, adopted policies and procedures, budget discussions, and more!

Employees Recognized for Years of Service

At the Wednesday, June 21st meeting, the Board of County Commissioners recognized two employees for outstanding years of service.

Note: Employee Jeffrey Lott with Nassau County Fire Rescue is also celebrating 25 years of service but was unable to attend the meeting.

Lt. Stephen Mattox with Nassau County Fire Rescue is celebrating 26 years with the County this month. Fire Chief, Brady Rigdon, stated, “Lt. Maddox does a great job for the community. He works at Station 20 and does a great job leading his crew. I appreciate him and all he does for the citizens of Nassau County”.

Pictured Left to Right: County Manager Taco Pope; Lt. Stephen Mattox

Curtis Wilder with the Nassau County Road Department is celebrating 30 years. Road & Bridge Supervisor, Darren Marsh, stated, “30 years is a great accomplishment. He’s a hard worker and I truly appreciate his dedication”.

Pictured Left to Right: Road & Bridge Supervisor, Darren Marsh; Curtis Wilder; and County Manager, Taco Pope

DOH-Nassau Observes Men’s Health Month

The Department of Health-Nassau has issued a Press Release related to Men’s Health Month and the importance of regular checkup, as well as being aware of lifestyle risks that can affect overall health. Click here to learn more.

If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Bothast with DOH-Nassau at (904) 832-2644 or via email at jennifer.bothast@flhealth.gov.

DOH-Nassau Commemorates National Cancer Survivor Month

The Department of Health-Nassau has issued a Press Release in recognition of National Cancer Survivor Month and celebrating cancer survivors. It also includes information about the Cancer Connect Collaborative, a team of medical professionals assembled in February 2023 to analyze and rethink Florida’s approach to combating cancer.

If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Bothast with the Department of Health-Nassau at (904) 832-2644 or via e-mail at Jennifer.Bothast@flhealth.gov.

Public Meetings

Below are public meetings scheduled for the week of

June 26 – June 30, 2023

Please note that meetings are subject to change. Please review our website calendar for up-to-date information.

Meeting agendas can be located here.

Job Opportunities Available

The Board of County Commissioners currently has numerous job opportunities available. In addition to having the opportunity to work close to home and to serve your community, the County offers the following benefits: