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Nassau County Chamber of Commerce Receives $1 Million for Workforce Housing
Nassau County Chamber of Commerce Receives $1 Million for Workforce Housing Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced the allocation of $1 million to the Community Land Trust (CLT) of Nassau County, created and maintained by the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce. The allocation of these funds is a significant step towards addressing the urgent need for…
Read MoreGovernor DeSantis Signs Fiscal Year 2024-2025 “Focus on Florida’s Future” Budget
Governor DeSantis Signs Fiscal Year 2024-2025 “Focus on Florida’s Future” Budget TAMPA, Fla.—Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the ‘Focus on Florida’s Future’ Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The Focus on Florida’s Future Budget totals $116.5 billion—less than the previous fiscal year—which reflects a reduction in overall state spending. This year’s budget features significant investments for Florida’s…
Read MoreEmergency Preparedness for Special Needs Residents
Emergency Preparedness for Special Needs Residents If you know or care for an individual with a disability, special need, or a medical condition, you may qualify for the Florida Special Needs Registry. In an emergency, such as an evacuation for a hurricane, you may need to go to a special needs shelter. By signing up…
Read MoreVirtual Campaign School & Community Leadership Training
Virtual Campaign School & Community Leadership Training The Nassau County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Florida Institute for Political Leadership (FIPL), an initiative by the Florida Chamber of Commerce, is hosting a virtual Campaign School & Community Leadership Training on June 18th and June 19th from 5:30-8:00 PM both days. This no-cost and…
Read MoreFourth of July Celebration in Callahan
Fourth of July Celebration in Callahan The County is pleased to partner with the Town of Callahan and Town of Hilliard for an extra special Independence Day Celebration in honor of the County’s Bicentennial. This event will feature live music by local artists, a watermelon eating contest, an apple pie baking contest, carnival games, a…
Read MoreFlorida Division of Emergency Management Encourages Preparedness as 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins
Florida Division of Emergency Management Encourages Preparedness as 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins Executive Director Kevin Guthrie hosted roundtable discussions with county officials to discuss preparedness before the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season on June 1 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Division of Emergency Management (Division) marks the official start of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane…
Read MoreFloridians Encouraged to Take Advantage of Upcoming Disaster Sales Tax Holidays
Floridians Encouraged to Take Advantage of Upcoming Disaster Sales Tax Holidays The first Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday will last two weeks, beginning June 1 through June 14 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (Division) encourages Floridians to purchase disaster preparedness items during the first of Florida’s two, 14-day Disaster Preparedness Sales…
Read MoreJanice Ancrum to Speak at Chamber of Commerce EmpowHER Luncheon
Janice Ancrum to Speak at Chamber of Commerce EmpowHER Luncheon The Nassau County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the next EmpowHER! Luncheon scheduled for Monday, June 24, 2024, from 11:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club, located at 2800 Bill Melton Road in Fernandina Beach. EmpowHER! is a professional…
Read MoreDisaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday
Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Consumers can purchase qualifying disaster preparedness supplies exempt from tax during the 2024 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. Passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis, the sales tax holiday begins Saturday, June 1 and extends through Friday, June 14. A second exemption period will…
Read MoreBoard Approves Resolution Amending Meeting Schedule and Procedures
Board Approves Resolution Amending Meeting Schedule and Procedures Nassau County, Florida, May 24, 2024 – During the Winter Strategic Planning Sessions held on February 29 and March 1, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners expressed a desire to amend evening meeting times and to make changes to the general rules for public comment and decorum.…
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