Posts by alex@nassaucountyflchamber.com
Barnabas Center and United Way of Northeast Florida Host a Poverty Simulation
Barnabas Center and United Way of Northeast Florida Host a Poverty Simulation Fernandina Beach, FL — Community members are encouraged to participate in the Meet ALICE Experience on October 22, 2024, at the Peck Center (516 S. 10th St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034) from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. This free, in-person simulation will help…
Read MorePledge the Pink Amelia Island: Volunteer Today
Pledge the Pink Amelia Island: Volunteer Today In case you’ve missed the big news, Amelia Island is hosting Pledge the Pink in just two weeks. More than 2000 registrants and supporters will be flocking here to run, walk, and crawl 30 miles and raise 750k (much of which will stay in our local area). The…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce Activates the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program
FloridaCommerce Activates the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — FloridaCommerce activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, making $15 million available for businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene. Florida small business owners in need of assistance are encouraged to visit FloridaJobs.org/EBL to apply for the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program.…
Read MoreStorm Debris Generated by Hurricane Helene
Storm Debris Generated by Hurricane Helene Nassau County, Florida, September 27, 2024 – Preliminary damage and debris assessments by Nassau County’s emergency responders following Hurricane Helene are currently in process. While the crews will be actively clearing and repairing public roads and public infrastructure to ensure safe passage for residents, the County will not be…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Measure Impact of Damage Caused by Hurricane Helene
FloridaCommerce Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Measure Impact of Damage Caused by Hurricane Helene Tallahassee, FLÂ – Today, FloridaCommerce and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Helene. Business owners can self-report physical and economic damage caused by Hurricane Helene. Survey responses will allow the state…
Read MoreUF Health Wildlight to Host Free Community Health Fair and Open House
UF Health Wildlight to Host Free Community Health Fair and Open House UF Health Wildlight is hosting a family fun health fair and open house on Saturday, October 12th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon). Meet providers, tour the facility, receive free health screenings and health education, and much more! The community open house will feature safety…
Read MoreParty with a Purpose: Fundraiser for Sheltering Nassau’s Homeless
Party with a Purpose: Fundraiser for Sheltering Nassau’s Homeless The Coalition for the Homeless of Nassau County presents Party with a Purpose on October 13, 2024, from 1:00-5:00 PM. This is a fundraising event to raise money for a temporary shelter for displaced folks in Nassau County. There will be BBQ and live music from…
Read MoreNassau County Revised Vote-By-Mail Ballot Schedule for 2024 General Election
Nassau County Revised Vote-By-Mail Ballot Schedule for 2024 General Election Nassau County, FL 9/25/24 Janet H. Adkins, Supervisor of Elections for Nassau County, announces Vote-by-Mail ballots will be mailed on Monday, September 30, 2024. Ballots were previously scheduled to be mailed on September 26, 2024. Due to the storm and the large volume of anticipated…
Read MoreBoard Adopts FY 24/25 with Fourth Consecutive Tax Rate Reduction
Board Adopts FY 24/25 with Fourth Consecutive Tax Rate Reduction On Monday, September 23, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners held its second public hearing for adoption of the Fiscal Year 24/25 Budget. This was the end of an 8-month budget process which included a public budget workshop and a first public hearing held on…
Read MoreNassau County Declares Local State of Emergency
Nassau County Declares Local State of Emergency At last night’s regularly scheduled meeting, the Board of County Commissioners issued Resolution 2024-152 declaring a local State of Emergency in preparation for potential widespread winds and heavy rains related to Tropical Cyclone No. 9. Florida Statutes, Section 252.38, states that “safeguarding the life and property of (the County’s) citizens…
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