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Business Weekly | October 7, 2019
On the first Friday of each month, Steve Nicklas of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC will host Coffee & Conversations at the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce. When the markets become volatile and confusing, even the most patient investors may question the wisdom of their investment plan. The experts at Janney Montgomery Scott LLC have seen a lot of difficult markets and can empathize with people who find the current environment confusing. This is why Janney and Steve Nicklas are offering a lively and timely discussion each month of financial issues over a hot cup of coffee. Steve will also address topics impacting our community or around the U.S. - and sometimes have a local official drop in to provide insight. The next meeting will take place on Friday, November 1, 2019.
You are cordially invited to join the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking with Federal, State and Local Elected Officials and staff at the 2019 Public Officials Appreciation Reception, scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, 2019 . The Chamber's Annual Public Officials Appreciation Reception brings elected officials together with Nassau County business and community leaders in a relaxed social atmosphere. This event is the Chamber's way of thanking elected officials for their hard work and assisting our county, region and state throughout the year. Advanced payment and registration are required in order to attend this event.
Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor issued its  Final Rule  regarding the salary thresholds that apply to certain exempt white-collar employees. The new salary thresholds will take effect on January 1. The DOL received more than 116,000 comments about its proposed regulations, which were issued in March. However, many of the comments were “form” comments with the same content. The most significant differences between the new final regulations and the version issued in 2016 by the Obama Administration (which was invalidated by a court ruling), are that the current increases are more modest, and that there is no mechanism included for automatic adjustments in the future. Assuming, as we must, that the new regulations will take effect on January 1, employers will need to quickly reassess the exempt classifications of employees who are paid less than the levels mandated in the new regulations. Employers will have to evaluate whether to increase the salaries of those employees to retain the exempt classification, or whether to reclassify the employees as non-exempt (eligible for overtime).
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Spotlight On...
D.S. Ware Homes
The D.S. Ware Homes team continues its legacy of building some of the finest homes in Northeast Florida, for the past 30 years. Donnie Ware leads this team of well-regarded professionals, providing reputable customer service and highest level of standards in the industry.  D.S. Ware Homes  has received repeated superior rankings from J.D. Power and Associates for their unrivaled customer satisfaction and warranty program. D.S. Ware Homes stands behind every home they build with the philosophy of building each home with the utmost attention to detail, quality and commitment to build customers for life.
Hollywood Wheels
Hollywood Wheels started out in 1992 as automobile transportation business and has evolved into a successful car auction that specializes in classic cars. Our passion made this a seamless transition from automobile transportation to automobile representation. We specialize in providing hand-picked quality motor cars that are sold to customers throughout the world. Operating in world class venues in Palm Beach, FL. as well as on the weekend of the historic Amelia Island Concours and abroad.
Public Officials Appreciation Reception Sponsors
Amelia Island Plantation Community Association
Welcome New Members:
- Bussell Lean Associates (Jacksonville Lean Consortium)
- Century 21 John T. Ferreira & Son - Becky Forbes
- Tractor Supply Company
Renewing Members:
A1A Stow-A-Way Storage, Amelia National Golf Club, Amelia Tavern, Keller Williams Realty - Team New Beginnings, McPherson Counseling Services, Inc., North Florida Shipping Inc., Paisley Grace Makery, SJ Brewing Company, The Plantation Shop and Wild Amelia Nature Festival
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Photos of the Week
S tephen Beckman and Angie Lester at Island Council
W estside Council Luncheon at Conner's A-Maize-Ing Acres
W estside Council Luncheon at Conner's A-Maize-Ing Acres