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Ribbon Cutting Held for Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Offi ce
On Friday, June 10, 2022, the Board of County Commissioners hosted a Ribbon Cutting in celebration of the new Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Offi ce. This site will serve as the primary offi ce for the County Extension, with the existing Callahan offi ce functioning as an annex.
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The Board broke ground on the facility on May 15, 2019 and since that time, nearly 6,500 man hours have been spent bringing this project to fruition. This includes over 3,400 man hours from our Road Department staff that consisted of clearing land, preparing the site, and pouring concrete for driveways, parking lots and sidewalks, as well as 3,000 + man hours from our Facilities staff that consisted of digging trenches for utilities, laying carpet, installing air conditioning, dry wall, painting, and much, much more. Building the facility in-house resulted in signifi cant savings to the County.
At the beginning of the event, Commissioner Thomas Ford stated, “While there are still some small items that need to be completed before it (the site) is fully opened, we are excited about the progress that has been made and are happy to be here celebrating with you today. We appreciate each and every one of the employees who worked diligently to get us to this point, as well as to the late Rebecca Jordi who recognized the need for the facility and pushed to make it a reality. It has truly been a group effort and while it has not been easy, we can feel proud of what we have accomplished. We trust this new site will serve the residents well for many years to come”.
Commissioner Jeff Gray spoke about Mr. Jordi’s outstanding work effort and achievements. “While in her position as Director, Becky initiated many projects and programs including, but not limited to, demonstration gardens at County facilities; landscape matters classes; plant clinics; and crash courses in gardening. She had a standing guest column in the News-Leader and also appeared several times on WTLV 12’s First Coast Living. She spoke with excitement and passion and was often called upon to speak at events around the State, including speaking engagements at Epcot’s annual home and garden show. Becky was a one-of-akind employee who dedicated countless hours serving the County and its residents. We are happy to honor her legacy through the naming of this facility which will
serve as a reminder of all her great contributions to our community”. Other speakers during the event included Dr. Taylor Clem, Becky’s husband Doug Jordi, and a close relative who all shared stories about Becky’s love of agriculture and horticulture, her passion for teaching others, and her vision for the new facility. The also event included a tree dedication in Becky’s honor by Keep Nassau Beautiful, the ceremonial ribbon cutting, and a brief tour of the facility. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us on Friday. We look forward to seeing you at future County Extension events!
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Upcoming Events
Riverkeeper Meet and Greet - Thursday, June 23, 7 PM. Mocama Beer Company. 629 S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL. Are you interested in learning more about St. Marys Riverkeeper? Join us for a Happy Hour Mingle at Mocama Beer Company in Fernandina Beach!
Fresh Conversations - Thursday, June 23, 9 - 10 AM. Nassau County Council On Aging. 1901 Island Walkway, Fernandina Beach, FL. Join us to learn more about the Foar from Home Team and what they’re doing to end veteran suicide. Planning Meeting - Friday, June 24, 11 AM - 2 PM. Amelia Island Tea House. 122 S. 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL. Join us at this planning meeting for a new Fernandina Beach Branch Library book club. This book club will focus on current, popular novels. Help us! Let’s discuss and decide on things like location, date/time, selections, name of the club, etc.! Drink and food available for purchase. For more details, call 904-5306500.
2022 Supporting Cross the Line Foun-
dation - Friday, June 24, at 9 AM - Sunday, June 26, at 1 PM. Fernandina Beach, FL. We will again be traveling to Fernandina Beach Florida to help and support the Cross the Line Foundation. The paddle will take place on Saturday June 25th from St. Mary’s, GA to historic downtown.
Grand Opening! Saturday, June 25, at 8 AM -1 PM, 850895 US Highway 17, Yulee, FL. Selina’s FriendSip Cafe is brand new café in Yulee! We offer coffee, baked goods, and milkshakes! https://www.bluefi retheatre.org/auditions-1
Casual Knitting - Thursday, June 30, 1 - 3 PM. Nassau County Council On Aging. 1901 Island Walkway, Fernandina Beach, FL. Beginners Welcome 1:00 - 3:00 PM.
Vocal Coaching with Jenn- Thursday, July 21, at 4:30 - 5 PM. Blue Fire Theatre. Jennifer will be offering vocal coaching on a fi rst come fi rst serve basis with a limited time frame so that we may gage interest in our community. If you or someone you know has expressed an interest in fi nding a good vocal coach, please reach out to us at - info@bluefi retheatre.org.
Nassau County Young Republicans - Tuesday, June 21, at 7 PM. Gator’s Dockside Yulee. Join us for our June Meeting! Guest Speaker Sheriff Bill Leeper visiting.
Monumental VBS @ Christ Fellowship!
July 11 at 6:15 PM - July 15 at 8 PM. 850987 US Highway 17, Yulee, FL. children age 4 - 5th grade! Go off-road for a Monumental adventure through the colorful canyons and sunbaked trails of the southwest. By exploring God’s awesomeness, kids form a rock-solid faith for the road ahead.
Landscape Matters: History of Land-
scape Design - Wednesday, July 13, at 10 AM - 11 AM. 85831 Miner Rd, Yulee, FL. Designed landscapes have been around for millennia. Join us for this upcoming Landscape Matters program as we explore key historical moments that impact and infl uence modern landscape design. https://bit. ly/LandscapeHistory_2022.
Shrubs & Trees Workshop - Saturday, June 25, at 9 AM - 12PM. 85831 Miner Rd., Yulee, FL. Shrubs and trees are major components of our landscapes. Properly selected shrubs and trees can signifi cantly reduce the amount of work and maintenance for a landscape. Program registration is $25.00 and will cover the program’s materials and costs. Minor refreshments will be provided. For more information contact Dr. Taylor Clem, UF/IFAS Extension Nassau County, Horticulture Agent, at 904-530-6351. Registration: https://bit.ly/ShrubsTrees_2022.
Auditions - Neil Simon’s Last of the Red Hot Lovers. Saturday, June 25 at 3 PM. Yulee Lions Club 851023 Highway 17, Yulee, Blue Fire Theatre presents this classic Neil Simon comedy, Barney Cashman is happily married, the father of three children, and a successful businessman, when he realizes that the sexual revolution is passing him by. If you are interested in auditions please fi ll out the audition form on our website at Acting - Youth Work Shop: 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Saturday, July 16. Yulee Lions Club, 851023 Highway 17, Yulee, FL. Acting - Youth Workshop. Registration now open. This acting workshop is built on the basics of stage acting. Properly warming up the body and voice. Building confi dence in moving/using your body (mirror game, moving through space). Focus/Refl exes. Improvisation. Projection (speaking and singing). www.bluefi retheatre.org/actingworkshop.
Vacation Bible School - Join us for fi ve days of pure fun, learning, and activities. Starting Sunday, July 17 - Thursday, July 21. We will have games, crafts, music, snacks, and tons of fun! We hope to “spark” creativity in kids and to teach them how much God loves them! To register https://www.blackrockbaptist.org/vbs for the “Sparks” vacation Bible school. We also offer an adult class from 7-8 pm each night. We would love for parents to stay if you choose too. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, Ephesians 2:10.
Amazing Grace Kickball Tournament
Saturday, June 25th
at Yulee Little League
$200 Team Entry Fee • 1st and 2nd place trophies • Raffl e Drawings • Pulled Pork sandwiches being sold
For more information contact David Tate: 904-624-5236 | davidtate988@gmail.com
This event is to help raise money for Gracie’s ongoing medical expenses. Gracie has been in hospice for 18 months now and her body is failing in every way. Gracie’s mother died a month after Gracie was admitted to hospice. She is an amazing young lady fi ghting for more time. If her body allows, she will be admitted into Conneticut Childrens Hospital in July. This trip may give her more time, thank you God and bless.
June 23, 2022 The Yulee News Page 15 SPORTS
Meet Shelby!
-Sponsor Coordinator -Team Mom -Event Planner/ Coordinator -Social Media -Shelby is a dedicated wife, mom, and friend to all. -Shelby has worked extremely hard this season on sponsorships, opening day, closing day, fundraisers, and SO much more! She loves spending days at the park and helping wherever she is needed. -Grew up at our park, NOT playing ball, but cheerleading. -Favorite things to do are: spend time with her family, help at our park, go to Disney, and take long strolls around Target. -FUN FACT: She did all four Disney parks in one day!
The Pirate Pointe Disc Golf Club (PPDGC) is a diverse group of disc golfers dedicated to growing and improving the sport of disc golf in Nassau County.
HAVE MORE FUN!
A player can learn many new techniques, improve their game, have much more fun, and make new friends by participating in Club events.
Pirate Pointe Disc Golf Club is located at FBHS meets every Sunday at 10:00 am and every Wednesday at 5:00 pm. Come out, meet some new friends, and have a great time! All skill levels are welcome. For more info contact us on FB @piratepointedgc.
PPDGC Disc Golfers Summer Volleyball Camp 3rd-8th Grade
Acquisition, Continued from page 12
November 2022 election for residents to vote on whether the County should issue up to $30 million in general obligation bonds for a Conservation Land Acquisition and Management Program.
If approved by the voters, the bond funding would be used to purchase properties identifi ed by the CLAM Committee for conservation purposes. The proposed Conservation Land Acquisition and Management Program would be subject to oversight and full public disclosure of all bond spending.
If you have any questions about the CLAM, please contact the Planning Department at (904) 530-6300 or email planninginfo@nassaucountyfl .com.
