Political Quotes

“sometimes the best way to preserve the past is to prepare for the future. That is exactly what has happened in Nassau County, Florida. This year, Nassau County will be recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency with not one, but two national awards for the American Beach Water and Sewer Conversion Project, earning distinction for both community engagement and innovative financing. Out of the thousands of projects across the country, Nassau County, Florida, stood out in two categories. At the heart of this recognition is American Beach, a place with a unique and important history. American Beach on Amelia Island, Florida, was founded during a dark time in history: segregation. It was a place where Black families could gather, rest, and build community along Florida's First Coast. That legacy still matters today, making the success of this project all the more significant. This effort, Mr. Speaker, wasn't just about the infrastructure. It was about doing the job the right way: listening to residents; many community engagements; respecting the community's history; and delivering modern, safe, and clean-for-the-environment reliable systems that will serve families for generations. It is especially near and dear for me. I was in the State legislature some 6, 7 years ago when this project first started, and I was instrumental in bringing in the State of Florida as a partner for this project.”