Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Nassau County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in general with high priority
Conditional Use Permits in Open Rural Districts
An applicant requested a conditional use permit to open a mobile home sales business on US Highway 1 north of Hilliard. The board approved the permit with the condition that it remains tied to the applicant and does not run with the land.
Impact Fee Implementation and Square Footage Tiers
The school district presented drafts of the Tischler Bise Impact Fee Study along with annual reports showing collections and expenditures, noting that current reserves are not yet sufficient to fully fund a new school.
Hurricane Evacuation
Nassau County just issued official evacuation orders as Hurricane Ian approaches. If you're in an affected zone, now's the time to check your local safety status and get moving.
Public Health Mandate
Fernandina Beach's mayor just made masks mandatory around town, so grab yours before heading out! It's a quick rule change you'll need to know if you're running errands in the city.