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Sister Cities One World Award Gala set for Nov. 7
The ONE WORLD AWARD (OWA) is the Sister Cities Association of Sarasota’s (SCAS) premier international award and the gala will be held Nov. 7 at 5 p.m.
11/04/2021 10:00 AM
Saprito Pier reopens to public
The T.J. “Tony” Saprito Fishing Pier has reopened to the public, City of Sarasota Parks and Recreation officials announced Wednesday.
11/03/2021 2:00 PM
'Fresh Fridays' monthly downtown events launch Nov. 5
As the City of Sarasota continues to reaffirm its commitment to hosting the best in dining, entertainment and retail, the Downtown Improvement District (DID) unveiled its plans for a new monthly event initiative – Fresh Fridays.
11/03/2021 8:06 AM
Saprito Pier temporarily closed for repairs
The Tony Saprito Fishing Pier is temporarily closed to the public after it sustained damage from wave action Friday.
10/29/2021 5:06 PM
Portion of Shade Ave. to be closed Nov. 1-5
The 600 to 700 block of Shade Avenue will be closed to traffic from Nov. 1-5 while crews remove the railroad ties and crossing from the roadway as part of the Sarasota County Legacy Trail project.
10/29/2021 12:00 PM
City reaches agreement with First Home Bank for Newtown loan production office
The City Commission has approved a lease agreement that will bring much-needed financial resources to Sarasota’s Newtown community.
10/28/2021 8:30 AM
Sarasota Orchestra brings outdoor concert series to Payne Park
Sarasota Orchestra announced the concert schedule for the second season of its On the Road with SO: Parks and Partners series of free outdoor concerts for the community.
10/21/2021 3:15 PM
Celebrate 'BLVD Bike Rides: Mobility Week' event
The Florida Department of Transportation’s Commute Connector program has partnered with the City of Sarasota, DreamLarge, Sarasota County, and Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) to host “BLVD Bike Rides: Mobility Week” event.
10/21/2021 10:55 AM
Sarasota again tops list as Best Place to Retire in U.S.
Sarasota has once again been named the Best Place to Retire in the U.S. for 2021-22, according to U.S. News & World Report.
10/19/2021 9:41 AM
7th St. at Washington Blvd. temporarily closed to traffic
Beginning the week of Oct. 18, 7th Street will be temporarily closed to eastbound and westbound traffic from Washington Boulevard for a water line installation.
10/14/2021 10:48 AM
City Commission adjusts meeting times
The Sarasota City Commission has adjusted its regular meeting times to 9 a.m. on the first and third Monday of each month.
10/12/2021 8:57 AM
St. Armands paid parking adjustments begin soon
Paid parking operations in the St. Armand Parking District will be adjusted beginning the week of Oct. 11 to align with rates and hours of operation in downtown Sarasota providing consistency within the parking districts.
10/11/2021 8:15 AM
Online survey available for future Rosemary District park
Citizens are encouraged to share their input about a future public park in the Rosemary District through an online survey.
10/11/2021 8:11 AM
Reminder: Community input meeting on Penny Sales Tax Oct. 6
The City of Sarasota will host its third community meeting to gather input on infrastructure projects for the continuation of the Sarasota County Penny Sales Tax.
09/28/2021 3:55 PM
Free virtual fair housing seminar set for Sept. 29
A free, virtual fair housing seminar will be available for Sarasota residents from 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29.
09/28/2021 3:52 PM
The Bay Park Conservancy to host community meeting Oct. 7
The Bay Park Conservancy will be hosting a Community Meeting from 4:30-6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail. Mask wearing and physical distancing are strongly encouraged.
09/28/2021 3:51 PM
City's public art in roundabouts program earns international recognition
The City of Sarasota was awarded the Institute of Transportation Engineers' 2021 Innovative Roundabout of Merit Award.
09/23/2021 11:34 AM
Bay Park Improvement Board applications accepted through Sept. 24
Applications are now being accepted for a community member seat on the new Bay Park Improvement Board.
09/22/2021 9:05 AM
Sarasota pledges support for military caregivers as Hidden Heroes City
Sarasota has pledged its support to local military and veteran caregivers by signing on as a Hidden Heroes City, joining the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s network of more than 160 communities nationwide committed to identifying military caregivers and increasing awareness and support.
09/21/2021 10:17 AM
Public input meetings announced for Penny Sales Tax continuation
The City of Sarasota will host three community meetings to welcome input on infrastructure projects for the continuation of the countywide Penny Sales Tax.
09/15/2021 9:01 AM