Government
Proclamation for American Beach Day
Proclamation for American Beach Day At the Board of County Commissioners meeting held on Monday, January 22, 2024, the Board approved Proclamation 2024-002 proclaiming the 31st of January 2024 as “American Beach Day”. American Beach was originally founded on January 31, 1935 by the Pension Bureau of the Afro-American Life Insurance Company for the purpose of developing…
Read MoreNassau Vision 2050 Survey
Nassau Vision 2050 Survey Nassau County is kicking off the Nassau Florida Vision 2050 to define the future of our community. This collaborative, 18-month process will bring together community leaders, residents, businesses and many other stakeholders to help shape the vision. Residents are encouraged to take the Nassau Vision 2050 Survey to ensure that everyone’s…
Read MoreAssistant County Manager Eyerman Earns ICMA Credentials
Assistant County Manager Eyerman Earns ICMA Credentials Congratulations to Assistant County Manager Marshall Eyerman on receiving his Credentialed Manager Designation from the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). Marshall is now one of approximately 1,300 local government management professionals in the United States who are currently credentialed through the ICMA Voluntary Credentialing Program, with only 138…
Read MoreThe Fiorentino Group Names Davis Bean to Partnership in the Firm
The Fiorentino Group Names Davis Bean to Partnership in the Firm Davis Bean JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (January 16, 2024) – The Fiorentino Group (TFG), a leading Florida government relations and business development firm, has named Davis Bean as its newest partner. “When Davis joined us, he had a proven record of success in campaigns and as a legislative aide. He has…
Read MoreNassau County Chamber of Commerce to Host Virtual Campaign School & Community Leadership Training
Nassau County Chamber of Commerce to Host 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 January 17th and 18th from 5:30-8:00…
Read MoreNotice of Railroad Crossing Closure
Notice of Railroad Crossing Closure CSX Transportation has announced a track maintenance project set to begin on Monday, January 15, 2024. This project will include the resurfacing of the track bed on part of the CSX Nahunta subdivision.  Below is the message provided by CSX: “This 2-week project begins on 1/15/24 and ends on/around 1/26/24. It…
Read MoreCity Manager Resigns
City Manager Resigns Fernandina Beach City Manager Ty Ross, after due consideration, resigned from the City’s employ, effective Friday December 15, 2023. The City Commission has since appointed Deputy City Manager/Engineer Charles L. George, P.E., as interim, effective December 16, 2023. At the direction of the City Commission, Mr. George will ensure that the City’s…
Read MoreReadout of SBA Administrator Guzman’s Convening of Small Business Lending Summit
Readout of SBA Administrator Guzman’s Convening of Small Business Lending Summit SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman (L) speaks at the Small Business Lending Summit with Rohit Chopra, the Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (C), and Michael Negron, the Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy at the National Economic Council (R). National…
Read MoreEvans’ Rendezvous Planning Event
Evans’ Rendezvous Planning Event On Saturday, December 2, 2023, the County hosted a community meeting to discuss the potential use of the Evans’ Rendezvous, a historical structure that served as a restaurant and entertainment venue in the American Beach Community. Several dozen residents were in attendance and shared ideas on what they envision for the site’s…
Read MoreVacancy on Essential Housing Advisory Committee
Vacancy on Essential Housing Advisory Committee In May 2017, the Board adopted a resolution creating the Essential Housing Advisory Committee (formerly known as the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee) to review affordable housing and strategize on ways to bring more affordable housing to our community. There is currently one vacancy on the Essential Housing Advisory Board. Florida…
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