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City administrative offices closed Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day
City administrative offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.
11/05/2020 10:40 AM
Swearing-in ceremony, new mayor/vice mayor selection set for Nov. 6
The Sarasota City Commission will hold a special statutory meeting Friday for the swearing in of three new commissioners and the annual selection of a mayor and vice mayor.
11/04/2020 11:33 AM
Battie, Alpert, Arroyo win City Commission seats
Kyle Scott Battie, Liz Alpert and Erik “E” Arroyo have been elected to serve four-year terms on the City Commission, based on unofficial results from Tuesday’s general election.
11/03/2020 8:34 PM
City administrative offices to close for Election Day on Nov. 3
City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 3, in observance of Election Day.
10/28/2020 1:24 PM
City Commission to resume in-person meetings Nov. 2
The Sarasota City Commission will resume in-person meetings next week, with capacity limited at City Hall and other procedural changes in place to protect public health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
10/27/2020 8:56 AM
Saprito Pier to close for improvement project
The T.J. “Tony” Saprito Fishing Pier will be temporary closed to the public beginning in the first week of November while it receives some major upgrades and improvements.
10/26/2020 10:49 AM
Community Canopy tree giveaway program returns
The City’s free tree giveaway program, Community Canopy, returns at midnight Sunday, Oct. 4, with contactless registration and delivery, allowing residents in the city limits to safely receive a free tree during the coronavirus pandemic while helping to expand the urban canopy and reducing energy bi
10/04/2020 9:00 AM
Citizens can participate remotely in October City Commission meetings
With local governments in Florida authorized to continue hosting meetings via video technology through the end of this month, Sarasota citizens will be able to provide input remotely when the City Commission meets Oct. 5 and Oct. 19.
10/01/2020 12:24 PM
Mask ordinance remains in place with education and encouragement
Following Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order Friday afternoon, the City of Sarasota mask ordinance remains in place with the community strongly encouraged to wear a protective face covering in indoor and outdoor public locations and while doing business to help reduce the transmission of COVID-19.
09/28/2020 4:03 PM
Sarasota County launches CARES Act Funds application process
Individual and business assistance applications will be available starting noon Wednesday, Sept. 16, for the community to access Sarasota County's Coronavirus Relief Fund allocations of $18.9 million.
09/18/2020 5:11 PM
Upcoming Park Improvements
The City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District – Landscaping Department is busy making park improvements throughout the City of Sarasota next week. Locations include Fredd "Glossie" Atkins Park, Paul N. Thorpe Jr. Park, North Water Tower Park & Gillespie Park.
09/18/2020 5:10 PM
Unconditional Surrender public feedback survey now open
An online survey is now available to gather public feedback on possible sites for the relocation of the Unconditional Surrender statue.
09/18/2020 4:45 PM
City earns budget presentation award for 30th straight year
For the 30th consecutive year, the City of Sarasota has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, the highest form of professional recognition a municipality can receive for its budget document.
09/15/2020 9:17 AM
Citizens can participate remotely in City Commission meetings
Citizens who would like to provide input during City Commission meetings can participate remotely via video technology, beginning with next week’s regular meeting.
09/02/2020 10:54 AM
City administrative offices to close for Labor Day on Sept. 7
City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day.
08/31/2020 8:48 AM
City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District Now Hiring
The City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District is proud to open 2 full-time job positions. The District is asking for Lifeguard 1 & Custodial/Maintenance Tech III.
08/27/2020 5:12 PM
Rent assistance available for residents impacted by COVID-19
The Sarasota Consortium, a joint administration of Sarasota County and the City of Sarasota through the Office of Housing and Community Development, will be making rental assistance available for those affected by COVID-19.
08/27/2020 10:56 AM
Backpack Giveaway
Join us for our Backpack Giveaway, brought to you by the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, Sarasota Police Department, Camp941 and City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District!
08/20/2020 9:36 AM
City Commission candidates advance to Nov. 3 general election
Candidates for the District 2 and District 3 City Commission seats have advanced to a second election this fall, based on unofficial results from Tuesday’s first round of voting.
08/18/2020 8:27 AM
Updated Hours at Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex
The City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District is happy to announce that Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex has updated their public swim hours. Starting on Monday, August 17, 2020, public swim times will be Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 6:30 pm.
08/06/2020 9:14 AM