Government
Non-Profit Funding Requests for Fiscal Year 2025/2026
Non-Profit Funding Requests for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners has begun the budgeting process for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. Nassau County greatly values the benefits and contributions made by non-profit organizations to the community. As such, we would like to extend an invitation to non-profit organizations serving residents of Nassau County…
Read MoreNassau Prosperity Alliance Quarterly Report
Nassau Prosperity Alliance Quarterly Report The Nassau Prosperity Alliance (NPA) has released the first quarter report for FY 24/25. This document includes updates on a variety of initiatives including the Transit Study Update, Timber to Tides Design Overlay, Vision 2050, economic development highlights, partner agency events and more. Established in November 2022, the NPA consists of…
Read MoreBig Win for Businesses: Business Rent Tax Repeal in Proposed Budget
Big Win for Businesses: Business Rent Tax Repeal in Proposed Budget Since 2019, the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce has advocated for the reduction—and eventual elimination—of the sales tax on commercial rentals. Now, the Governor’s proposed budget includes a permanent repeal of the Business Rent Tax, part of a $2.2 billion tax relief package. This…
Read MoreJAXPORT Growth Outlook Includes Business Diversification, New Trade Lane Connectivity
JAXPORT Growth Outlook Includes Business Diversification, New Trade Lane Connectivity JAXPORT Chief Executive Officer Eric Green (right) and Chief Commercial Officer Robert Peek participate in a discussion about the initiatives driving cargo volume growth. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (February 6, 2025) – During today’s State of the Port address, Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) Chief Executive Officer Eric Green and Chief…
Read MoreJoint Meeting of the BOCC and Nassau County School Board
Joint Meeting of the BOCC and Nassau County School Board The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and the Nassau County School Board will host a Joint Meeting on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss topics of mutual concern. The meeting will take place in the County’s Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau…
Read More2025 Virtual Campaign School & Community Leadership Training
2025 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 Wednesday, February 5th and Thursday, February 6th from 5:30-8:00 PM both days. This no-cost and…
Read MoreCity of Fernandina Beach Celebrates Florida Arbor Day and 23rd Year as Tree City USA
City of Fernandina Beach Celebrates Florida Arbor Day and 23rd Year as Tree City USA The City of Fernandina Beach has received its 23rd year of national recognition as a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation. This represents the City’s continued commitment to honoring community forestry. Communities achieve Tree City USA status…
Read MorePre-Construction Meeting Held for Westside Regional Park
Pre-Construction Meeting Held for Westside Regional Park On Thursday, January 9, 2025, the County held a pre-construction meeting for Phase One of the Westside Regional Park (WSRP). This meeting included staff from our Parks & Recreation Department, Development Services, Fire Rescue and Capital Projects Management, along with the contractor, McCall Construction Management, and their subcontractors…
Read MoreNortheast Florida Trail Itinerary Workshop
Northeast Florida Trail Itinerary Workshop The Regional Community Institute of Northeast Florida, in collaboration with the Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC), is hosting “Trail Itinerary Workshops” in each of the seven counties of Northeast Florida (Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam, and St. Johns). The purpose of the workshop is to convene stakeholders to assist in developing…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce Announces Additional $167 Million Available for Florida Small Businesses through State Small Business Credit Initiative 2.0
FloridaCommerce Announces Additional $167 Million Available for Florida Small Businesses through State Small Business Credit Initiative 2.0 ~Since January 2023, Florida has provided more than $202 Million in loans and venture capital investments to Florida small businesses ~ Tallahassee, FL – FloridaCommerce has announced an additional $167 million is available for Florida small business through…
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