All Voices. One Vision.
"All Voices. One Vision." is a Vision Plan that builds on Nassau County's strengths, opportunities, and values to promote long-term vitality and sustainability for residents and visitors alike. Shaped by extensive community engagement, data analysis, and national best practices, it creates a clear roadmap for our county's future. This plan, adopted by the Board of County Commissioners in June 2025, serves as the foundation for both strategic and operational planning, guiding policy decisions and government actions for years to come.
The Comprehensive Plan policies under consideration will support the County’s vision and preferred growth scenario, shown to the right.
Thanks to Halff Inc. and their project partners for conducting the Vision 2050 process.
Together we:
Put people first by protecting Nassau's character, providing quality public services, and ensuring access to jobs and housing.
Enhance resiliency by proactively planning for growth that accommodates future demands & protects our rich natural resources, environmentally sensitive areas, waterways, working/agricultural lands, & special places.
Provide a roadway system that allows for safe, convenient, and efficient travel throughout the county. Prepare for future needs and enhance walking, biking, and other types of transportation for residents and visitors.
Protect our local sense of place and strong community ties; recognize and celebrate Nassau County's unique history and culture; preserve historic landmarks, sites, and special places; promote arts, culture, and local traditions; and conserve our natural places and public spaces.
Community Building Blocks
AUTHENTICITY
We envision a Nassau County that celebrates the unique character of our communities, preserves history, and recognizes cultures and traditions.
BALANCE
We envision a Nassau County that takes a balanced and responsible approach to growth, redevelopment, economic expansion, and protection of rural areas, active agriculture/silviculture, and land conservation areas.
CONNECTIVITY
We envision a Nassau County that is physically connected with safe, accessible multi-modal transportation options and virtually connected by leveraging existing and emerging technologies.
GOVERNANCE
We envision a Nassau County served by an effective and accountable local government that gives equitable validity to competing values and interests, expands civic capacities, pursues the greater common good, and places the long-term best interest of the whole community at the apex of decision making.
HOUSING
We envision a Nassau County that is intentional about creating and safeguarding attainable housing near local employment centers, public facilities, amenities, and high performance public spaces for residents of all ages and their families no matter their stage in life.
LIVABILITY
We envision a Nassau County that evolves with its citizens by providing access to healthy food, medical services, education, the arts, parks, nature, entertainment, socialization, and leisure activities.
OPPORTUNITY
We envision a Nassau County that supports retail, business, and industrial innovation, resulting in a robust local economy and variety of job opportunities for existing and future residents.
RESILIENCY
We envision a Nassau County that is environmentally, socially, and economically resilient which protects our rich supply of natural resources, supports conservation, fortifies community life lines, and creates a diversified, sustainable and resilient local economy.
Vision 2050 Community Engagement Recap
Bicentennial Celebrations
Over 1,000 people have visited the Nassau 2050 Vision Tent during the countywide celebrations. Click here to see photos!
- SPRING 2024 -
Bicentennial Kick-off Celebration
Thanks to the hundreds of people who came to the visioning tent on January 13, 2024, to share their thoughts on the county's future! The event held at Wildlight had live music, a kids zone, a farmer’s market, vendors, a chili cook-off, and a cornhole tournament.
Opening of the Beaches
Hundreds visited the 2050 Vision Tent on May 18, 2024, to share feedback on the draft Community Building Blocks. Activities were available for all ages and backgrounds, including postcards to your future self, interactive exercise boards (with over 100 comments), custom coloring sheets created in collaboration with Keep Nassau Beautiful, a nature-inspired mural backdrop for people to post in front of while wearing Wild Amelia-themed headbands and masks, and more!
- SUMMER 2024 -
Annual Fourth of July Fireworks
Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Vision Tent and checked out the awe-inspiring fireworks display by the Town of Hilliard and Callahan on July 4, 2024. We hope you enjoyed the live music, custom patriotic mural backdrop, pie bake-off contest, watermelon eating contest, food/drink vendors, carnival games, and ‘most patriotic’ dressed contest!
- WINTER 2024 -
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Hundreds of community members came together for the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 6, 2024, at the Justice Center in Yulee. The festive evening included live performances by the Nassau Community Band and the Royal Amelia Dance Academy. Attendees enjoyed activities for all ages, such as a Holiday Vendor Market, train rides, photo opportunities in Santa’s Village, food trucks, and a Kids Zone. Visitors also stayed cozy in the Winter Wonderland Vision 2050 Tent, where they shared their insights on growth scenarios and the Vision Plan’s building blocks. Watch the magic in action! Check out this exciting video from the event!
Countywide Pop-ups
Over 1,000 people shared feedback with the Vision Team at 20 Visioning & Community Building Blocks pop-ups.
- SPRING 2024 -
Hilliard Winn-Dixie
Sunday, January 14, 2024
Hagan Ace Hardware of Callahan, Inc
Sunday, January 14, 2024
FSCJ – Nassau Center Campus
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Callahan Barbecue
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Nassau Pride Event
Saturday, February 17, 2024
FSCJ – Nassau Center
Thursday, February 29, 2024
The Amelia Ritz Carlton
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Hagan Ace Hardware of Callahan, Inc
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
The Blue Fire Theater
Friday, March 8, 2024
Hagan Ace – Hilliard
Monday, March 11, 2024
FSCJ – Nassau Center Campus
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Welcome Center – Train Depot
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Hilliard Town Clean Up
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Mocama Market
Sunday, April 14, 2024
Healthy Kids Day
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Railroad Days Festival & Classic Car Show
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Wild Storytime
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Nassau County Employee Wellness Expo
Friday, May 17, 2024
Cocktails for the Garden
Friday, May 18, 2024
Mocama Market
Sunday, May 19, 2024
Community Meetings/Surveys
Around 1,600 people shared their vision and thoughts on the draft building blocks by participating in the community surveys.
- SPRING 2024 -
Community Visioning Survey
Over 1,000 people shared their vision for Nassau County's future, and the Vision Team appreciates everyone’s valuable feedback and time!
Youth & Young Adult Visioning Survey
Around 100 people ages 14 to 29 shared their vision for the future of Nassau County!
Statistically Valid Survey
Over 400 people were selected to share their thoughts in a statistically valid survey. This means that a smaller group that mirrors the diversity of Nassau’s population (e.g., age, gender, location) were surveyed to ensure that different perspectives and voices were heard.
- SUMMER 2024 -
Visitors Survey
Thanks to everyone who participated in the Visitors Survey! Over 40 first-time visitors and frequent guests shared their thoughts on their experiences in Nassau County.
Community Building Blocks Survey
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the draft Community Building Blocks Survey-over 420 participated! Building Blocks are the community's vision for the future. The draft building blocks were identified through community engagement and reviewing the County's plans, studies, and existing conditions. Each building block represents an overarching community value, and collectively, these values will guide the recommendations and strategies for the Vision Plan.
- FALL 2024 -
Vision 2050 Community Meeting
Thanks for joining the Vision Team on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. at James S. Page Governmental Complex. Your input will help shape the final growth scenario, guiding future development and key recommendations for the plan. Couldn’t make it? No worries! Stay tuned for the Growth Scenario Survey, which will be available soon!
Nassau Growth Scenario Survey
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on thethree growth scenarios! Feedback from this survey will shape the preferred growth scenario for the Vision 2050 Plan, and the selected scenario plan will shape the vision for the Comprehensive Plan update.
- SPRING 2025 -
Northeast Florida Regional Council
Thanks to all NEFRC Board members who joined County staff on Thursday, March 6, 2025, for a Vision Plan update. Check out the Meeting Summary to learn more about the discussion.
Nassau County Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Membership Luncheon
Thanks to all Chamber Members who joined County staff on Monday, March 31, 2025, from 11:30 to 1 p.m. at Fernandina Beach Golf Club for a Vision Plan update.
Draft Vision 2050 Plan
Community Open Houses
Thank you to the 125+ community members who attended the four open houses to connect with County planners, engage with neighbors, and share feedback on the Draft Vision 2050 Plan’s Growth Plan, actions, and strategies.
Yulee - Tuesday, April 29, 2025
@ James S. Page Governmental Complex
Hilliard - Thursday, May 15, 2025
@ Hilliard Town Hall
Callahan - Monday, May 19, 2025
@ Callahan Town Hall
Fernandina Beach - Tuesday, May 20, 2025
@ Fernandina Beach City Hall
- SUMMER 2025 -
BOCC Workshop
On Monday, June 9 at 3:30 PM, the Board of County Commissioners held a public workshop at the BOCC Chambers to review and discuss Nassau Vision 2050. The workshop provided community members an opportunity to hear project updates, offer input, and learn about next steps in the planning process.
BOCC Meeting
On Monday, June 23, at 5:00 PM, the Board of County Commissioners met at the BOCC Chambers to consider adopting Nassau Vision 2050 by resolution. Community members attended as the Board made its final decision to officially adopt the plan.
Vision Plan Materials
Vision FL Vision 2050 Final Plan
"All Voices. One Vision." is a Vision Plan that builds on Nassau County's strengths, opportunities, and values to promote long-term vitality and sustainability for residents and visitors alike. Shaped by extensive community engagement, data analysis, and national best practices, it creates a clear roadmap for our county's future. This plan will serve as the foundation for both strategic and operational planning, guiding policy decisions and government actions for years to come.
Vision 2050 Public Notice
Vision 2050 Draft Growth Plan & Recommendations
Vision 2032 Implementation Update
Community Memorandum
The community memorandum provides the existing conditions of the county. This memorandum includes a review of demographics, development trends, and community plans to provide an understanding of where Nassau is today.
Draft Community Building Blocks
The Building Blocks are key themes heard from the community through civic engagement and a review of County studies. These themes are the foundation of Vision 2050 and will be supported through the plan recommendations.
Growth Scenarios
Three high-level development scenarios were developed to illustrate potential growth patterns to accommodate projected population increases, employment growth, and existing trends.
Community Ambassador Meetings
Community Ambassador Meeting #4 (Thursday, April 24, 2025)
Community Ambassador Meeting #3 (Thursday, November 14, 2024)
Community Ambassador Meeting #2 (Thursday, May 23, 2024)
Community Ambassador Meeting #1 (Thursday, February 15th, 2024)
Community Presentations
Nassau FL Vision 2050 Video
Community Resources
Timeline of Process
PHASE ONE
FALL 2023 - SPRING 2024
Setting Your Foundation:
Analyze existing conditions
PHASE TWO
FALL 2023 - SUMMER 2024
Building Your Vision:
Engage the public to identify community values
PHASE THREE
WINTER 2023 - FALL 2024
Creating Your Framework:
Establish the growth and opportunities framework
PHASE FOUR
FALL 2024 - SPRING 2025
Drafting Your Plan:
Prepare & review the draft plan
PHASE FIVE
SPRING 2025 - SUMMER 2025
Initiating Implementation:
Adopt the final plan