Government
Proclamation Honoring the Life of David Berkman
Proclamation Honoring the Life of David Berkman At the Monday, March 11, 2024 meeting, the Board approved Proclamation No. 2024-009 honoring the life of David Berkman, a Nassau County resident who passed away in 2021. Mr. Berkman was a successful business man who worked in many areas of real estate including buying, selling, and development of land…
Read MoreReduced Cost of Flood Insurance in the City of Fernandina Beach
Reduced Cost of Flood Insurance in the City of Fernandina Beach The City of Fernandina Beach participates in FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which provides flood insurance access to property owners, renters, and businesses of participating communities. In addition, the City participates in the Community Rating System (CRS), which provides a discount to NFIP…
Read MoreFlorida’s Unemployment Rate Lower Than the National Rate For 40 Consecutive Months
Florida’s Unemployment Rate Lower Than the National Rate For 40 Consecutive Months TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a milestone in Florida’s continuing economic success: Florida’s statewide unemployment rate has been lower than the national rate for 40 consecutive months. The national unemployment rate rose to 3.9 percent for February 2024; Florida’s rate did not rise…
Read MoreFDOT Proposed Median Modifications: SR 200/A1A and Meadowfield Bluffs Road
FDOT Proposed Median Modifications: SR 200/A1A and Meadowfield Bluffs Road Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is proposing a directionalized median opening at State Road 200 and Meadowfield Bluffs Road. These modifications would improve safety and provide an efficient way to enter and exit properties along this section of Meadowfield Bluffs Road. The full median that…
Read MoreNew Recycling Program Available to All Nassau County Residents
New Recycling Program Available to All Nassau County Residents Nassau County Solid Waste is pleased to announce a new recycling program! Nassau County residents can now safely dispose of used cooking oil at the Convenience Recycle Center located at 46026 Landfill Road in Callahan. This service is provided at no cost to Nassau County residents…
Read MoreBreaking Ground: Florida’s Manufacturing Sector Shines in Inaugural Report
Breaking Ground: Florida’s Manufacturing Sector Shines in Inaugural Report FloridaCommerce and FloridaMakes Release First-Ever Manufacturing Report, Showcasing Sector’s Vital Role in State Economy TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, FloridaCommerce and FloridaMakes highlight Florida’s inaugural manufacturing report, showcasing the sector’s vital role in Florida’s economy. With nearly 25,000 manufacturing establishments in the state, Florida’s economic impact in manufacturing…
Read MoreSurvey: Community Assessment of Local Hazards, Risks and Vulnerabilities
Survey: Community Assessment of Local Hazards, Risks and Vulnerabilities Nassau County Emergency Management is working to identify ways to improve community resilience from all types of hazards. This includes educational outreach to help residents get better prepared and public works projects that reduce impacts from severe weather, storm surge, and wildfire on structures, transportation, and…
Read MoreCounty Welcomes New Assistant Attorney
County Welcomes New Assistant Attorney The Nassau County Attorney’s Office is pleased to introduce its new Assistant County Attorney, Elizabeth Moore. Ms. Moore has been practicing law for sixteen years, most recently working in commercial real estate where she advised clients on transactional matters and appeared before governments and agencies across northeast Florida. Ms. Moore…
Read MoreCounty Earns Award of Excellence in Affordable Housing
County Earns Award of Excellence in Affordable Housing At the Northeast Florida Regional Council’s Elected Officials Luncheon, Nassau County was presented with a Regional Award for Excellence in Affordable Housing from the Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC) for the creation of its new Tiny Home Development Program. The Board of County Commissioners recognizes that affordable…
Read MoreFlorida’s Economy Continues to Outpace the Nation in 2024
Florida’s Economy Continues to Outpace the Nation in 2024 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis celebrated Florida’s private sector job growth rate which increased by 0.4 percent (+37,900 jobs) in January 2024. This is double the national rate of 0.2 percent over the same period. Florida’s economic data continues to indicate economic stability and confidence…
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