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City to implement gateless parking garage system, extended enforcement hours beginning June 17
The City of Sarasota will install a new gateless system at all three City parking garages (Palm Avenue, State Street, St. Armands) on Tuesday, June 17 to make parking more technologically efficient for citizens and visitors.
06/16/2025 9:46 AM
Dedication ceremony for new Public Art mural of Rev. Lewis and Irene Colson to be unveiled in the Rosemary District
The City of Sarasota is proud to unveil a new Public Art mural in the Rosemary District honoring the legacy of two Sarasota pioneers, Reverend Lewis and Irene Colson.
06/13/2025 3:49 PM
Gillespie Park playground fully restored following significant hurricane damage
Great news! The playground at Gillespie Park has been fully restored after sustaining significant damage during Hurricane Milton.
06/11/2025 3:30 PM
City residents invited to participate in two tree programs
City residents interested in receiving a free small tree or a low-cost canopy tree are invited to participate in two highly anticipated tree programs following unprecedented interest in recent City tree giveaways.
06/10/2025 7:30 AM
Sarasota County to open voluntary self-service sandbags stations
To help the community prepare during the 2025 hurricane season, Sarasota County is introducing free, voluntary, self-service sandbag locations to support residents in protecting their homes and property from potential tropical weather.
06/05/2025 10:45 AM
City to begin utility improvement project on S. Osprey Avenue; Road closures starting June 3
An improvement project to replace the existing force main along S. Osprey Avenue will begin Tuesday, June 3, requiring partial road closures throughout the project’s estimated 5-month duration.
05/30/2025 11:40 AM
City Commission appoints well known, local administrator as Interim City Manager
Longtime local government administrator Dave Bullock was appointed unanimously by the City Commission to serve as Interim City Manager during a special meeting Tuesday.
05/23/2025 7:00 AM
Commissioner Ahearn-Koch named a Home Rule Hero
Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch has received the Florida League of Cities 2025 Home Rule Hero award for her unwavering advocacy for municipal home rule leading up to and during the 2025 Florida Legislative Session.
05/19/2025 3:11 PM
Communications Assistant honored with statewide Rising Star Award
Kudos are in order for Communications Assistant Luke Mocherman --recipient of the Florida Municipal Communicators Association’s 2025 Rising Star Award.
05/16/2025 3:15 PM
Jacalyn Ochoa recognized as May Employee of the Month
Congratulations to Jacalyn Ochoa on being recognized as our May Employee of the Month!
05/06/2025 3:00 PM
City begins using Neighbors by Ring for community notifications
Neighbors by Ring, the popular mobile app for doorbells and security cameras, is now among the many communication tools utilized by the City of Sarasota for community outreach and notifications.
05/06/2025 8:30 AM
The Observer Media Group recognized as a legacy business
The City Commission has recognized The Observer Media Group as a legacy business in recognition of their decades of service and significant contributions to Sarasota.
05/05/2025 5:00 PM
Elysian Fields recognized as a Legacy Business
In recognition of 32 years of service to Sarasota, the City Commission has recognized Elysian Fields as a legacy business.
05/05/2025 12:00 PM
City Engineer Nikesh Patel recognized as Government Engineer of the Year
Congratulations to our City Engineer, Nikesh Patel, for being recognized as Government Engineer of the Year by the Florida Engineering Society’s local chapter.
04/18/2025 4:30 PM
Mark Nicholas recognized as April Employee of the Month
In appreciation of his exceptional leadership, dedication, and commitment to the success of projects, the City Commission has recognized Mark Nicholas as the April Employee of the Month.
04/07/2025 5:30 PM