Press Release

By Nassau County Board of County Commissioners

6/9/25

Historic Resources Survey Outreach Event

n recent years, the Board of County Commissioners has made it a priority to document and preserve the county’s rich historical heritage. To achieve this, the County has implemented a multi-phased strategy to conduct Historical Resources Surveys across the various parts of Nassau County. These surveys aim to identify and evaluate historically significant sites and structures, with the ultimate goal of submitting eligible properties to the Florida Master Site File maintained by the State of Florida. Typically, these historic resources include buildings that are over 50 years old—constructed in 1975 or earlier.

The County completed Phase One of the Historical Resources Survey in June 2020 which consisted of surveying the US-17, US-1, SR200, Callahan, Boulogne, Bryceville and Nassauville areas in Nassau County, including 558 historic structures, each of which were recorded into the Florida Master Site File.

Phase Two of the survey will consist of surveying an additional 250-300 structures and is currently underway. There will not be a formal presentation however Planning Department staff and the consultants for the project, Stantec and the Community Planning Collaborative, will be present at the Hilliard Branch Library on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. to share information about the Historic Resources Survey initiative and allow the community to ask questions and provide feedback. 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Vision 2050 Update After 18 months of community input and collaboration, the BOCC released the draft Vision 2050 plan in April 2025. From April 9 – May 23, 2025, residents were invited to visit the Vision website and explore the draft plan through an interactive Storymap displaying the preferred growth plan and building block objectives, actions and strategies. The County then hosted four Open House events across the County in May to allow members of the public to come in, speak with planning staff, review the draft plan, and ask questions. The BOCC also has a Workshop on Monday, June 9, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. to review the draft plan and discuss the next steps. NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT  Notice is hereby given that on Monday, June 23, 2025, the BOCC will consider a Resolution adopting the Nassau County Vision 2050 Plan. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting and be heard. The meeting will start at 5:00 p.m. and will be held in the Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place. A copy of the Resolution will be included in the agenda packet and published prior to the meeting. However, copies can also be obtained from the Planning Department located at 96161 Nassau Place, Yulee. You can also request a copy by e-mail at [email protected] or by calling (904) 530-6320.  For all information related to the Vision 2050 initiative including public outreach, engagement materials and more, please visit www.nassaufl2050.com

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. 

Week Five: Leave Nothing But Footprints

This week focused on the County’s Leave No Trace Ordinance adopted in 2016. Nassau County’s Leave No Trace Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2016-06) prohibits personal property from being left unattended on Atlantic Beaches within the unincorporated areas of Amelia Island (Peters Point south to the State Park). Any personal items left unattended after 8:00 p.m. will be removed and destroyed. The City of Fernandina Beach has adopted a similar ordinance for City beaches (Peters Point north to Ft. Clinch) so there’s an island-wide effort to keep our beaches clean and safe for nesting sea turtles

In Nassau County, we encourage you to leave nothing but your footprints. Be sure to remove any and all items before leaving the beach. This includes all beach gear, beach furniture, toys, shoes, fishing gear, garbage, etc. Thank you for helping us keep our beaches clean for nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings. 

BOCC Newsletter for April 2025

Attached is the April 2025 edition of the Board of County Commissioner’s 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!

Derrick Henry’s “Two All Community Day” Event

Nassau County’s very own Heisman Trophy Winner and former Yulee Hornet Football star Derrick Henry is returning home to host the “Two-All Community Day” event. 

The event will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10am-2pm at the Yulee Sports Complex located at 86118 Goodbread Road, Yulee, FL 32097 and will feature kid’s activities, water attractions, food trucks, and appearances by King Derrick Henry himself.

Stay tuned for details!

Summer Library Programs

The Nassau County Public Library System offers a variety of programs to keep your kids busy and engaged all summer. Examples of programs offered include shell art, rock painting, puppet shows, Wild Wonders animal shows, beading workshops, painting classes, musical adventures, magic shows, robotics and more!

Below is a sampling of programs being offered the week of June 9 – June 13, 2025.

For a full calendar of events, visit www.nassaureads.com.

FPL Preventative Maintenance Trimming

Public Meetings

Below are meetings for the week of June 9 – June 13, 2025.

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

Meeting agendas can be located here.