Press Release
By Nassau County Board of County Commissioners
08-23-24
Railroad Crossing Closure at Chester and Pages Dairy Roads
The Nassau County Engineering Department is reconstructing Chester Road and Pages Dairy Road including the railroad crossing on Chester Road. The railroad crossing section of reconstruction will be from Pages Dairy Road intersection at the Railroad crossing to the entrance of Fantastic Gymnastics. Work is expected to start on Sept 5th with railroad crossing reconstruction, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting. Completion of the reconstruction is expected to take 5 days, potentially including night activities, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.
Traffic will be maintained in accordance with FDOT design standards throughout the project. During the reconstruction there will be a detour via Pages Dairy Road to Felmor Road to SR 200 / A1A. During the reconstruction Chester Road will be closed to complete work, as shown below:
Map with Road Closure:
Road Closed
Access to Fantastic
Gymnastics will be maintained.
Map with Detour Route: The Nassau County BOCC selected Reeves Construction Co. to complete this project in late 2025, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting. The public’s patience and understanding while we bring your community these needed improvements are appreciated. Questions or concerns may be directed to Project Administrator James Cuneo of CSI Geo at [email protected].
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Nassau County Local Arts Agency Applications Open
The Board of County Commissioners of Nassau County, Florida, recognizes the importance of the arts in enriching the lives of our citizens and in attracting tourism, new residents, and new business to Nassau County, and in the development of our youth through arts education. Therefore, Nassau County Board of County Commissioners is soliciting applications for the designated local arts agency (LAA). The LAA will provide a focal point through one group to represent the arts community county wide, working to improve the appreciation, awareness and cultural opportunities of all the arts in the community by promoting and enhancing the arts.
Election Results
The Primary Election was held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. To see official results, please click here.
2024 General Election: Important Dates
Ballots Available for pick-up at SOE Office: September 17, 2024
Deadline to Register: October 7, 2024
Deadline to Request a Vote by Mail ballot: October 24, 2024
Election Day: November 5, 2024, 7 am – 7 pm
Employee of the Quarter
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Congratulations to Tracy Poore on being selected at the Employee of the Quarter. Tracy is an Administrative Assistant II in the Office of Management & Budget and brings an abundance of hard work, dedication, talent, and experience to her position.
OMB Director Chris Lacambra stated, “She does all of it with a can-do attitude and with exceptional customer spirit.”
Employee Recognized for Years of Service
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At the Wednesday, August 21, 2024 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners recognized Dale Green on 30 years of employment with Nassau County Fire Rescue.
County Manager Taco Pope stated, “We are celebrating 30 years with Nassau County. 30 years dedicated to the citizens, protecting our family and friends. It’s a great honor to recognize Mr. Green and it’s also a great testament to our organization that someone would be willing to dedicate their entire career to us.”
Nassau County Fire Chief Brady added, “Dale Green is one of our Engineers. He drives ladder 20 at Station 20 (south Amelia Island). He’s been married to his life Leoni for 29 years, has two children, and he enjoys coaching basketball. We appreciate his years of service and wish him the best.”
Congratulations Dale on 30 years of service! We appreciate your hard work, dedication and everything you do for Nassau County and its residents.
Pictured: County Manager Taco Pope; NCFR Engineer Dale Green; and NCFR Fire Chief Brady Ridgon
Turtle Talk Tuesday
| It’s turtle nesting season! From May 1st – October 31st each year, sea turtles visit Amelia Island beaches to nest, and it’s up to all of us to make their visit as safe as possible! During this turtle nesting season, we are introducing “Turtle Talk Tuesday”. Every Tuesday, we will provide you with facts about our local turtle population and what is being done to protect them. This week, we shared a mid-season update from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission. 2024 Sea Turtle Nesting Season Update, from the FWC: Only a few months left this season! As we move into August, let’s see how this season’s nesting numbers are shaping up compared to the past two years.Statewide preliminary totals as of July 31st: 113,382 loggerhead nests (129,169 in 2023 and 112,411 in 2022) 8,887 green turtle nests (56,543 in 2023 and 24,665 in 2022) 1,829 leatherback nests (1,705 in 2023 and 1,819 in 2022) 24 confirmed Kemp’s ridley nests (10 in 2023 and 8 in 2022) Leatherbacks continue to have a good season so far, while green turtle nest numbers remain low. These low green turtle numbers are not unexpected and are not concerning our team at this time due to record nest numbers in 2023. These preliminary numbers show that 2024 will be a record-breaking year for Kemp’s ridley nests in Florida, and a very good year for the leatherbacks. Thanks to all of the partners involved in this outstanding community science effort to document sea turtle nesting activity across the state! |
Tax Free Holiday
Mark your calendars! The second 2024 Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is set for Aug. 24-Sept. 6. During Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holidays, you may purchase qualifying items exempt from sales tax.
For more information click here https://floridarevenue.com/DisasterPrep/Pages/default.aspx
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TRIM Notices and Extended Office Hours for Property Appraiser
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Notice of Proposed Property Taxes have been mailed out. This is just a friendly reminder to file for homestead for the 2025 tax year if you haven’t done so on your primary residence in Nassau County, FL.
Homesteading gives you a discount on your primary residence by lowering your assessed value by $25,000 to $50,000. This does NOT lower the actual value of your home, ONLY what you can be taxed on. It also limits the amount the County can increase your assessed value by no more than 3% each year. (non homesteaded properties are allowed to be increased up to 10%).
For more information, here is the link to our county’s property appraiser website.
The Property Appraiser is offering extended hours for you to come in and ask your questions in person, outside of the normal work week. See flyer for details!
Bicentennial & Nassau Vision 2050 Activities
Turpentine Days
In celebration of Nassau County’s 200th birthday, the Nassau County Public Library System is hosting a special program, Turpentine Days. Led by local historian John Hendricks of the West Nassau Historical Society, this event will include discussions on one of Nassau County’s first industries, turpentine production, and the economic and social impact the industry had on the development of Nassau County.
WHAT: Turpentine Days Event
WHEN: Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Yulee Branch, 76346 William Burgess Blvd., Yulee (within FSCJ College)
This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Yulee Branch Library.
Questions? Call (904) 530-6500 or email [email protected].
Bicentennial Corn Maize
Throughout the year, Conner’s A-Maize-ing Acres, located in Hilliard, provides family-friendly and agritourism opportunities to the community by allowing the public to visit the farm for photo ops and good, wholesome fun. They host field trips and parties and provide the annual sunflower patch and the pumpkin patch and corn maze. Each year, Conner’s A-Maize-ing Acres creates a new design of the corn maze which is unveiled before opening day. We are excited to announce that as part of our year-long Bicentennial, Nassau County has partnered with Conners A-Maize-ing Acres for a special Bicentennial-themed corn maze design.
Stay tuned in the coming weeks as we highlight this tedious process and provide sneak peaks of the mystery design. An announcement will be made this summer about a joint unveiling event between Conner’s A-Maize-ing Acres and the Board of County Commissioners. You won’t want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime (more like 200 years!) design unveiling or the loads of fun waiting for you at Conner’s A-Maize-ing Acres.
Community Building Blocks Survey
YOUR VOICE SHAPES NASSAU COUNTY’S FUTURE! WE HEARD YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE VISION. NOW, SHARE YOUR IDEAS ON THE BUILDING BLOCKS!
Nassau County is building a vision for the future, and we need YOUR input! Over thousands of voices shared their hopes for Nassau’s future. Take the quick second survey to share your ideas on the community’s DRAFT “Community Building Blocks” – these core values will guide recommendations and strategies for the Nassau Florida Vision 2050 plan. These draft Building Blocks were created by synthesizing: the community’s voice and a recognition of future needs following an analysis of existing conditions.
The County launched Nassau Florida Vision 2050, a collaborative 18-month process involving local leaders, residents, businesses, and stakeholders to shape the future of our community. The Building Blocks were identified through community engagement, and a review of the County’s plans, studies, and existing conditions. Spread the word and share the survey with your friends and family!
To learn more about the project, future Bicentennial events, and ways to get involved, please visit www.nassaufl2050.com.
Upcoming Meetings and Events
American Beach Community Meeting
| The Nassau County Planning Department will hold its next American Beach Beach Community Planning Meeting on Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 9am-10am at the American Beach Community Center. This event, “American Beach Crossroads”, will focus on discussions around neighborhood planning at American Beach, specifically the “crossroads” area around Gregg and Lewis Streets. Other topics include: Update on Evans Rendezvous grantSummary of neighborhood vision for the Evans Rendezvous and crossroads areaNext steps in neighborhood planning efforts This event is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome! If you have any questions, please contact the Planning Department at (904) 530-6320 or via email at [email protected]. |
Public Meetings
Below are public meetings scheduled for the week of August 26 – August 30, 2024.
Please note that meetings are subject to change. Please review our website calendar for up-to-date information.
Meeting agendas can be located here.
| Board of County Commissioners | Monday, August 26, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. | Commission Chambers96135 Nassau Place,Yulee, FL 32097 |
| Development Review Committee | Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. | Commission Chambers,96135 Nassau Place,Yulee, FL 32097 |
Nassau County BOCC | 96135 Nassau Place | Yulee, FL 32097 US
