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Emergency 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 MoreThomas Creek Implementation Plan
Thomas Creek Implementation Plan Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1954 into law on May 12, 2021, creating the Resilient Florida Program. This legislation provides funding for initiatives to protect Florida’s coastlines and inland waterways from sea level rise, storms, and flooding. It represents the largest investment in Florida’s history to help communities prepare for…
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 MoreNew County Meeting Procedures in Affect Beginning June 3
New County Meeting Procedures in Affect Beginning June 3 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. At the May 15, 2024 meeting,…
Read MoreConner’s A-Maize-ing Acres Partners With County for Corn Maize Design
Conner’s A-Maize-ing Acres Partners With County for Corn Maize Design Throughout the year, Conner’s A-Maize-ing Acres, located in Hilliard, provides family-friendly and agritourism opportunities to the community by allowing the public to visit the farm for photo ops and good, wholesome fun. They host field trips and parties and provide the annual sunflower patch and…
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 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 MoreDraft Community Building Blocks Survey
Draft Community Building Blocks Survey The County launched Nassau Florida Vision 2050, a collaborative 18-month process involving local leaders, residents, businesses, and stakeholders to shape the future of our community. The project kicked off with extensive community engagement and a review of the County’s plans, studies, and existing conditions. Based on this input, draft “Community…
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