Conservation Land Acquisitions and CLAM Program Additions
Summary
The county is moving forward with multiple land acquisitions funded by upcoming bond issuances expected in July 2026. Properties like Piney Island, Lofton Creek, and West St. Marys are under active negotiation for fee-simple purchase or conservation easements.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funded via upcoming county conservation bond issuance scheduled for July 1, 2026.
Nassau County residents who gain protected natural areas and future recreational access.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (9)
Board of County Commissioners - Sep 16, 2026
The board approved multiple land purchases under the CLAM program, protecting over 250 acres of sensitive viewsheds and wildlife habitats along Lofton Creek, Piney Island, and Mentoria Road.
Conservation Land and Acquisition Management Committee - Aug 20, 2026
The county is moving forward with purchasing two properties near Lofton Creek to protect water quality, prevent flooding, and preserve wildlife corridors. These acquisitions help establish protective buffers along the creek while coordinating with future public infrastructure plans.
Board of County Commissioners Meeting - Jul 27, 2026
The county expanded its conservation land priority list by adding 14 parcels along the St. Mary's River and approved interlocal maintenance agreements and land purchases for trail extensions.
Board of County Commissioners - May 20, 2026
The county is moving forward with issuing up to $11 million in bonds to purchase and preserve environmentally sensitive lands using voter-approved tax funds. This allows the county to protect water quality, wildlife habitats, and rivers as willing sellers emerge.
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners - Apr 27, 2026
The county is purchasing 223 acres on Mentoria Road for $3.87 million to preserve natural riverfront land and build a public nature center.
Conservation Land and Acquisition Management Committee - Apr 16, 2026
The county is moving forward with multiple land acquisitions funded by upcoming bond issuances expected in July 2026. Properties like Piney Island, Lofton Creek, and West St. Marys are under active negotiation for fee-simple purchase or conservation easements.
Conservation Land and Acquisition Management Committee - Feb 19, 2026
County staff discussed potential updates to the CLAM manual to clarify statistical methods, such as using median versus mean and applying acreage weighting to project scores.
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners - Jan 26, 2026
The board finalized the purchase of a 134-acre parcel along the St. Marys River for $2.42 million to preserve open space and public land.
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners - Jan 21, 2026
The county updated its priority and eligible ranking list for acquiring environmentally sensitive lands under the CLAM program. Conservation Land Manager Dr. Taylor Clem presented the updated rankings, which help guide land preservation efforts across Nassau County.
Related development
Lofton Creek Viewshed - Yulee Methodist Church Property
Protects wetlands and water quality while separating conservation land from planned public road improvements.
Lofton Creek Viewshed - Rayonier Forest Resources LP Property
Secures a large floodplain area along Lofton Creek to protect wildlife corridors and water resources.
Mentoria Road Conservation Acquisition
Creates a massive swath of protected public land connected to the William Burgess District linear park system.
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