Press Release
By Nassau County Board of County Commissioners
9/1/25
Scheduled Road Closure:
Pages Dairy at Chester Road
The Nassau County Capital Improvement Projects Department is making improvements to the Chester Road and Pages Dairy Road intersection. Please be advised that on Saturday, September 20, 2025, the east end of Pages Dairy at Chester Road will be closed in both directions for road reconstruction related to the intersection improvements project. The work is anticipated to be complete the same day, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting. Traffic will be maintained in accordance with FDOT design standards through the project. During the closure, cars will be detoured to Felmor Road.
Should you have any questions, please contact our Capital Improvements Projects Department at (904) 530-6370.
NCFR Professionals Local 3101 Supports NCAS
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At the Monday, August 25, 2025 meeting, Nassau County Fire Rescue Professionals Local 3101 made a generous donation to Imagine Nassau to support a new facility for Nassau County Animal Services. Their support goes beyond their service as first responders. It reflects a true dedication to improving quality of life for both residents and animals across Nassau County. This donation is an inspiring example of how community partnerships can make lasting impacts.
County Honored for Excellence in Communications
 The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has been awarded the 2025 Award of Excellence in Audio Visual Communication from the National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO) for its video, Paving the Way to a Better Nassau. NACIO’s Awards of Excellence program honors the innovative, creative, and outstanding work of county government communicators and communications departments throughout the nation. Learn more |
First Budget Hearing for FY 25/26
On Monday, July 28, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to review the tentative budget and maximum millage rate for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. Based on the budget presented, the BOCC is proposing a structurally balanced budget which includes the fifth consecutive year of millage rate [property tax rate] reductions, while continuing to fund the critical Capital Improvement Plan, Pavement Management Plan, Chip Seal Program, and improving public safety through investments into the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office and the Nassau County Fire Department.
The BOCC’s first public hearing to consider adoption of the FY 25/26 budget is scheduled for Monday, September 8, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL. The public is welcome to attend and address the Board. During the hearing, the BOCC will schedule the second/final budget hearing, as required by Florida Statute.
To view the tentative budget as presented on July 28, 2025, please click here.
Building Official Retires After 29 Years of Service
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At the Monday, August 25, 2025 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners took time to honor Building Official Keith Ellis as he prepared to retire after an incredible 29 years of service to Nassau County.
Keith’s career in the construction industry spans more than four decades, beginning in the private sector before joining Nassau County nearly 30 years ago. Over that time, he wore many hats, beginning as a Building Inspector, then moving into roles such as Plans Examiner, Senior Plans Examiner, Interim Building Official, and ultimately serving as the County’s Building Official and Floodplain Administrator.
Turtle Talk Tuesday
Did you know that sea turtles are an important part of the environment? Sea Turtles are considered a “keystone species”, which means if they are removed from a habitat, its natural order can be disrupted, affecting both wildlife and fauna in different ways.
For this week’s Turtle Talk Tuesday, we shared five reasons why sea turtles are really important (according to See Turtles, a non-profit foundation dedicated to protecting endangered sea turtles worldwide).
| Week in Pictures |
| To view the Week in Pictures for August 22- August 29, 2025, please click here. |
Offices Closed Monday
All Nassau County offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day.
This national holiday is a time to honor the dedication, hard work, and contributions of America’s workforce. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
| Public Meetings Below are meetings for the week of September 1 – September 5, 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. |
| BOARD/COMMITTEEDATE/TIMELOCATION Development Review Committee Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Commission Chambers 96135 Nassau Place,Yulee, FL 32097 Planning & Zoning Board Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Commission Chambers 96135 Nassau Place,Yulee, FL 32097 Nassau County-Amelia Island Tree Commission Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Commission Chambers 96135 Nassau Place,Yulee, FL 32097 |
| Transparency |
| The Nassau County Strategic Plan, adopted on 5/18/22, identifies that the #1 Big Picture Goal of the Board of County Commissioners is to “Create a more effective, efficient, and transparent government.” As the #1 priority of the Nassau County BOCC, creating more transparent government guides policy-making, planning and decision- making. Prior to the creation of the Florida Office of the Governor Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the BOCC had already prioritized fiscal integrity, transparency, and is focused on creating a more efficient and effective local government over the past five years. Learn more. |
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