Below are some photos from the event.
-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer
Welcome to beautiful Nassau County, located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. We are proud to serve as the Eastern Gateway to the Sunshine State. From our historic island, sandy beaches, and championship golf courses to our scenic rivers, green pastures, and majestic timberlands, we truly offer something for everyone.
4/26/24 @ 2:30 p.m. - On Saturday, April 20, 2024, the West Nassau Historical Society hosted the 19th Annual Railroad Days Festival. This evenet featured food and craft vendors, music, classic cars, and displays of railroad antiques. The County also had its Nassau Vision 2050 tent. Over 100 people stopped by to participate in the Visioning exercise and provided input that will be used to shape Nassau County's future. Below are some photos from the event. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer
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4/26/24 @ 3:00 p.m. - Below are pictures from the week of April 22 - April 29, 2024. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/26/24 @ 1:15 p.m. - At the Monday, April 22, 2024 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners approved Proclamation No. 2024-021 proclaiming May 2024 as Lupus Awareness Month in Nassau County, Florida. Lupus is an unpredictable and misunderstood autoimmune disease that can cause severe damage to the tissue and organs of the body, and in some cases can cause death. The Lupus Foundation of America estimates that 1.5 million Americans, and at least 5 million people worldwide, suffer from the devasting effecs of this cruel and mysterious disease. There is a deep, unmet net worldwide to educate and support inidivuals and families affected by Lupus. There is also an urgent need to increase awareness of the worldwide dehabilitating impact of Lupus. To learn more about how you can help in the fight against Lupus, please visit www.lupus.org. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/26/24 @ 10:20 a.m. - Attached is the March 2024 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! -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/25/24 @ 4:00 p.m. - The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in partnership with numerous community partners are hosting a Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10am-2pm on Saturdasy, April 27, 2024.
Please bring your unused, unwated and expired medication for safe disposal. Items accepted include:
Locations for drop-off include: Nassau County Council on Aging: 1901 Island Walkway in Fernandina Beach Hagan Ace Hardware: 85880 Miner Road in Yulee Hagan Ace Hardware: 450037 State Road 200 in Callahan Hilliard Pharmacy: 551770 US 1 in Hilliard -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/25/24 @ 9:00 a.m. - On Satuday, April 20, 2024, Nassau County Solid Waste and Keep Nassau Beautiful hosted the bi-annual Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event. Nearly 500 cars came through during the 4-hour event, disposing of waste that is too hazardous for the landfill including 100 gallons of cooking oil, 80 propane tanks and a 30 yard dumpster full of paint! Other items collected included electronics, power tools, fluorescent lightbulbs, pesticides, and more. Thank you Nassau County residents for doing your part in caring for our environment and ensuring that hazardous waste items are disposed of properly. We also appreciate the hard work of County staff, Keep Nassau Beautiful volunteers, and the agencies involved with making this event a huge success. The next Hazardous Waste Recycling Event will be held in the Fall of 2024. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/23/24 @ 4:15 p.m.- At the Wednesday, April 17, 2024 meeting, the Board approved Proclamation No. 2024-020 proclaiming April 2024 as National Volunteer Month and the week of April 21-27, 2024 as National Volunteer Week in Nassau County, Florida.
National Volunteer Month is celebrated each April to recognize and celebrate the efforts of Volunteers at local, state and national levels. Volunteers provide countless hours of service to residents, staff and the visitors of Nassau County. The knowledge and skills provided by Volunteers enhance our quality of life and improve the social, environmental, and economic quality in our county. Specifically in Nassau County, Volunteers often give their time, efforts and knowledge in our Libraries, Animal Care & Control facility, UF/IFAS County Extension, Emergency Operations Center and at County events. They are a vital component to Nassau County's future and their efforts reflect a true committment to serving others. During the meeting, 4-H Agent Kelsey Irvine had a surprise announcment - long-time UF/IFAS Volunteer, Ms. Wanda Simmons, is being inducted into the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame after 33 outstanding years of volunteerism for the County Extension Office! Ms. Simmons has been heavily involved in the annual Northeast Florida Fair, has taken 4-H teams to national competitions, has mentored hundreds of youth in our county, and has even mentored other volunteers, including Kelsey. "Ms. Wanda has not just made an impact here locally, but also statewide", stated Kelsey. Now Ms. Simmons' efforts will be forever recognized in the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame. Thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers throughout the County. We are so grateful to those who devote their talent and resources to demonstrate love, compassion, and respect for humankind through service. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/23/245 @ 8:30 a.m. - Please be advised that Nassau COunty's Traffic Signal Team will be performing maintenance to the light at 14th Street and TJ Courson Road today from approximately 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. This will involve the replacement of the traffic signal cabinet with upgraded components and backup power supply. During this time, the signal will be temporarily out of service.
Should you have any questions, please call (904) 530-6225. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer The Fernandina Beach Library Branch is hosting Passport Day on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10am-5pm. Appointments are strongly encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome! Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Fernandina Beach Library. Make your appointment by visiting www.nassaureads.com or calling (904) 530-6500. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer 4/22/24 @ 10:00 a.m. - Below are public meetings scheduled for this week:
Board of County Commissioners Monday, April 22, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097 Development Review Committee Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, FL 32097 Agendas can be located on our website. -Sabrina Robertson Public Information Officer |
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