Press Release
By Nassau Board of County Commissioners
10/25/24
Timber to Tides Community Meeting
As previously announced, a third Community Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, 2024 for the Timber to Tides Design Overlay. It will take place in the County’s Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. During this meeting, County staff and representatives from Halff Associates (County consultant) will be there to discuss the overall plan and answer any questions the community may have. There will be a formal presentation at 5:00 p.m. The presentation can be seen in person or virtually by using this link: https://nassaucountyfl.zoom.us/j/81847788708?pwd=NGJmYVk4MkpTZjFDWXkrWUJwQjYrUT09.
Transit Study Update
Nassau County partnered with the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) to update the 2015 Transit Study. The 2024 update analyzed demographic, economic, infrastructure, industry and growth trend changes that impact public transportation services and needs. The process included a robust community engagement component that included in-person and online surveys, appearances at public events, public workshops, interviews with stakeholders, and the establishment of a Steering Committee comprised of community and business leaders.
Pumpkin Carving ContestÂ
Let’s carve out some fun Nassau County! We want to see your most creative jack-o-lanterns. Post your photos in the comments our our FaceBook page by Monday, October 28th. From October 29-October 31, we will open voting for residents to pick their favorite. The winner will receive a prize from us! Nassau BOCC FaceBook:/nassaucountyfl  |
Successful Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event |
On Saturday, October 19, 2024, Nassau County Public Works and Keep Nassau Beautiful hosted the bi-annual Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event. A total of 455 vehicles came through during the 4-hour event disposing of hazardous items such as electronics, paint, aerosols, batteries, used oils and lubricants, and more.
Thank you to each and every resident that attended and did their part to ensure that harmful items are kept out of the landfill. And thank you to the volunteers from Nassau County Public Works and Keep Nassau Beautiful for all their assistance in cleaning out vehicles for residents, sorting materials, and placing them in the proper trucks for disposal. We also want to send a special thank you to the hardworking men and women at Nassau County Fire Rescue Station 71 (Chester Road) and Commissioner Hupp Huppmann for spending their morning helping as well. It was a beautiful day serving the community and we appreciate all the extra help!
The next Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event will take place in April 2025. As a reminder, the Convenience Recycle Center in Callahan takes many of these items year-round. Examples include batteries, latex paint, electronics, and used cooking oil. For more information, visit the Nassau County Solid Waste webpage.
To view pictures from the event, please click here.
Breast Cancer Awareness Week
At the Wednesday, October 16, 2024 meeting, the BOCC approved Proclamation No. 2024-034 proclaiming the week of October 20 – October 26, 2024 as Breast Cancer Awareness Week and Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at “Pink Day.”
County employees showed their support by wearing pink on Wednesday to spread awareness of the importance of early detection. Photos can be found here.
Early Voting
Early voting for the General Election began on October 23, 2024. The Supervisor of Elections Office reminds you that a voter information card cannot be used as a form of ID when you vote. When voting in person, you must have a valid photo and signature ID from the list below. The SOE also suggests that you review the sample ballot in advance and mark it. Sample ballots call also be viewed on our website at www.votenassaufl.gov/sample-ballot. |
Turtle Talk Tuesday: Make a Loggerhead Turtle
As we get close to wrapping up another sea turtle nesting season, we wanted to share this fun activity you can do at home with your children. This Make a Loggerhead Turtle activity sheet is easy to follow and all you need is a white paper plate, scissors, a pencil, a short piece of string, black waterproof koki-pen, rules and green and brown paint. Once finished, you can use it as a wall decoration, a hat, or make several to string together for a mobile. Enjoy!
Upcoming Events
Library Event: A Conversation With Suffragettes
The Fernandina Beach Library is hosting A Conversation With Suffragettes. This program will feature resident Thea Seagraves as Mary McLeod Bethune, who will provide expertise in local history, and resident Arlene Filkoff as Estelle Rogers, a local funeral director who was involved in the National Women’s Party. Through this event, you will examine the ongoing impact of women’s voting rights.
WHAT: A Conversation With Suffragettes
WHEN: Friday, November 1, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Fernandina Beach Library, 25 N. 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32097
This event is free however pre-registration is required at www.nassaureads.com. You can also register by calling (904) 530-6500.Â
Bicentennial & Nassau Vision 2050Â Activities
Bicentennial Scavenger Hunt
The Bicentennial Scavenger Hunt kicked off on October 1, 2024. This challenge runs through November 1, 2024 so it’s not too late to participate! This challenge is designed to teach you Nassau County’s history and encourage you to visit places you may have never seen or heard about.
Each participant completing the challenge will earn a special Bicentennial Challenge Coin and be entered into a drawing for a hotel stay, graciously donated by the Residence Inn by Marriott-Amelia Island.
In order to participate, you will need to do the following:
- Download the Eventzee App, available in the iTunes and Google Play Stores.
- After downloading the app, create an Eventzee Account by entering an email address, password, and username.
- Enter the event code: Winswag
If you have any questions, please email [email protected].Â
Public Meetings |
Below are public meetings scheduled for the week of October 28 – .November 1, 2024Please note that meetings are subject to change. Please review our website calendar for up-to-date information. Meeting agendas can be located here. |
Meeting | Date | Location |
Board of County Commissioners | Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. | Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place,Yulee, FL 32097 |
Development Review Committee | Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. | Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place,Yulee, FL 32097 |