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FloridaCommerce 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 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…
Read MoreBicentennial Corn Maze Design Revealed
Bicentennial Corn Maze Design Revealed The Board of County Commissioners is excited to partner with Conner’s A-maiz-ing Acres for a special Bicentennial themed corn maze. This beautiful farm has been operating since 1949 however they opened their doors to the public 22 years ago to bring wholesome family fun to the community through their annual…
Read MoreNassau County Canvassing Board Schedule for the General Election
Nassau County Canvassing Board Schedule for the General Election Nassau County, FL 9/23/24 The Nassau County Supervisor of Elections office announces the 2024 General Canvassing Board Schedule. The Canvassing board will meet next Tuesday, to conduct the Logic & Accuracy Test of ballot scanners that will be used during the 2024 General Election. Pursuant to…
Read MoreJAXPORT Presented with $23 Million for Container Crane Purchase & Refurbishment
JAXPORT Presented with $23 Million for Container Crane Purchase & Refurbishment Funds will be used for the purchase of a new crane at the Talleyrand terminal and refurbishment of existing cranes Center from left: Senator Clay Yarborough, Representative Kimberly Daniels and House Speaker Paul Renner present JAXPORT with $23 million to purchase a new container…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce Announces Private Sector Job Growth Continues to Outpace Nation in August
FloridaCommerce Announces Private Sector Job Growth Continues to Outpace Nation in August TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, FloridaCommerce announced that Florida’s private sector job growth continues to surpass the national average, with a growth rate of 2.1% over the year since August 2023, compared to the national rate of 1.4% over the same time period. This success is attributed…
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