History Is Human: Thank You to Nassau County’s Patriots on America’s 250th

As America celebrates her 250th birthday, we want to pause and thank the residents of Nassau County who continue to stand up for what they believe in.

Especially those who are fighting to conserve the beautiful way of life we are blessed to enjoy here locally.

The 250th anniversary of our country is a time to reflect on our Founders — ordinary people who became extraordinary because they were willing to stand for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. They did not wait for permission. They did not shrink back because the odds were against them. They saw wrongs, stood for right, and carved out a story that changed the world.

And to those standing today in Nassau County — speaking up, showing up, asking questions, challenging tone-deaf government, and refusing to let this community become something the people never asked for — we say thank you.

One day, your names may be remembered too. Not because you sought attention, but because you cared enough to fight for the place you love.

As David McCullough, one of America’s great historians, once said, “History is about people. History is human.”

That is what we celebrate this Fourth of July. Human beings who stood up. Human beings who sacrificed. Human beings who refused to surrender the blessings of liberty.

And here at home, we celebrate our local friends and neighbors who are writing their own chapter of history right now.

Your work is not done. Your story is not finished. But on this 250th birthday of America, we encourage you to take a break. Watch the fireworks. Spend time with your family and friends. Pray for America. Play music that lifts your spirit and reminds you why this country is worth loving. Enjoy the blessings of liberty.

Then come back refreshed and ready.

Because protecting a community is not easy. Preserving freedom is not easy. Standing up to government that refuses to listen is not easy.

But it is worth it.

Please take a moment to watch this short video from David McCullough and be reminded that history was never simple, and neither were the times our Founders lived through.

America has faced hard seasons before. We have been tested before. And we have made it through before. We always do.

So go enjoy the Fourth. Celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Hug your loved ones. Thank God for this country.

And we’ll see you back on the battleground where your story will be written with the headline “He or She fought to keep the soul of Nassau County strong, beautiful and free.”

God bless you all.

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Reconsideration of the Westside Regional Park Investment

Petition to the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners

Subject: Reconsideration of the Westside Regional Park Investment

 

Dear Commissioners,

 

We, the undersigned residents of Nassau County, respectfully submit this petition regarding the allocation of public funds toward the development of the Westside Regional Park.

 

It would surprise many to learn that 82.7% of all Nassau County Ad Valorem taxes are paid by properties located east of Interstate 95. Yet, the County has programmed $22.86 million into the Westside Regional Park, located 20 miles west of Interstate 95 — a location largely inaccessible to the majority of residents who are funding it.

 

This project spans over 100 acres with an estimated construction cost of $21 million. Although the land was purchased in 2007 for $1.09 million, it has taken 17 years to bring forward a plan, raising additional concerns about the project's long-term viability and true priority.

 

Over 67% of Nassau County’s population lives in the easternmost zip codes of 32034 and 32097, areas where residents would have to travel up to 35 miles to access the park. Research shows that individuals living more than 10 miles away from a park are unlikely to use it regularly, if at all.

 

In short: the taxpayers bearing the largest burden for this project are the least likely to benefit from it.

 

Given these facts, we have serious concerns about whether the Westside Regional Park is the most responsible and equitable use of taxpayer dollars.

We respectfully request the following:

  • A full public reassessment of the Westside Regional Park's location, accessibility, and return on investment.
  • Consideration of alternative investments in parks and recreation facilities that are more geographically equitable and accessible to the majority of Nassau County taxpayers.
  • Greater transparency and opportunity for public input regarding major capital projects moving forward.

We urge you to pause further expenditures on this project until a thorough and transparent review is conducted.

 

It is time for Nassau County to ensure that public funds are invested fairly, wisely, and in ways that serve the entire community — not just a select portion of it.

 

Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

 

We look forward to your leadership and stewardship of our county’s future.

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