City of Fernandina Beach

A lifeguard watches over beachgoers in Fernandina Beach. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

A lifeguard watches over beachgoers in Fernandina Beach. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Tourism dollars to help fund lifeguards

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
At last week’s regularly scheduled Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board approved updates to an interlocal agreement with the city of Fernandina Beach, that will put TDT funds to work funding lifeguards on local beaches.

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City commissioners weigh options for Peppertree residents

Nick Blank
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Fernandina Beach city officials have signaled support last week at a meeting for a 60-unit apartment complex that may see the displacement of its residents. Residents are grappling with the end of a 30-year U.S. Department of Agriculture loan for Peppertree Village.

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Commissioners discuss proposed $226.7M budget

Nick Blank
Friday, August 7, 2026
The Fernandina Beach budget process is taking shape as commissioners were given a broad overview from city staff Wednesday night at a workshop.City Manager Sarah Campbell provided a recap of the general fund and the city’s various funds.
The city’s $12.5 million overhaul of city-owned docks and boardwalk was approved at the July 21 Fernandina Beach City Commission meeting. It will include the the demolition of the building that formerly housed Brett’s Waterway Cafe. Construction is set to begin next month. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The city’s $12.5 million overhaul of city-owned docks and boardwalk was approved at the July 21 Fernandina Beach City Commission meeting. It will include the the demolition of the building that formerly housed Brett’s Waterway Cafe. Construction is set to begin next month. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Waterfront board hears master plan update

Nick Blank
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Fernandina Beach’s Waterfront Advisory Board reviewed early findings on the Harbor Master plan, examining the possibilities and shape the area’s waterfront could take.Engineering firm Moffatt & Nichol is handling the Harbor Master Plan.
The building that once housed Brett’s Waterway Cafe sits vacant downtown Wednesday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The building that once housed Brett’s Waterway Cafe sits vacant downtown Wednesday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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City awards $12.5M marina bid

Nick Blank
Friday, July 24, 2026
After years of discussion, Fernandina Beach’s extensive plan to develop its riverfront is beginning to form as a $12.5 million project, with city commissioners approving a bid to demolish Brett’s and for a vast overhaul of the waterfront.

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City OK’s $168M, 5-year CIP

Nick Blank
Friday, July 24, 2026
Fernandina Beach commissioners greenlit a $168 million Capital Improvement Plan with dozens of projects on the city’s to-do list.As an early step in the budgeting process, Deputy City Manager Jeremiah Glisson said the CIP is a “living document,” and the city is flexible to amend it as needed.

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Nassau sees millions in appropriations for projects, programs

Nick Blank
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Nassau County is set to receive millions in appropriations for a variety of projects and programs, with only one major project vetoed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last week. DeSantis vetoed $500,000 for County Road 107 Widening & Intersection Improvements. Other than that, it was relatively smooth sailing.

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City Attorney provides legislative impact update

Nick Blank
Thursday, June 18, 2026
City Commissioners heard from City Attorney Teresa Prince on four bills recently passed by the Florida Legislature and their impact on the city, whether it’s litigation, building permits and inspections, affordable housing or utilities.

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Golf course GM outlines upcoming projects

Nick Blank
Friday, June 12, 2026
Fernandina Beach Golf Course officials laid out the next few years of projects and purchases at Tuesday’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting. In terms of projects, the golf course highlighted $150,000 for a well rehabilitation and $50,000 for a lean-to shed in 2027.