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City of Sarasota moves to purchase land and build attainable workforce housing
In an unprecedented move to address the need for workforce attainable housing, the Sarasota City Commission unanimously approved a plan to purchase two parcels in downtown Sarasota to build two apartment buildings with nearly 200 rental units for workforce housing.
07/24/2024 8:00 AM
Ringling Boulevard/Pine Plane intersection closes May 4 for roundabout construction
Full closure of the Ringling Boulevard/Pine Place intersection to replace the signalized intersection with a modern roundabout will begin Saturday, May 4.
05/07/2024 4:32 PM
How to address vacation rental questions/concerns
Answers are readily available to questions about vacation rentals within the Sarasota city limits!
10/09/2023 11:08 AM
Rules of roundabouts
With many new residents and visitors in Sarasota, drivers are being reminded about the rules of roundabouts.
05/08/2023 12:53 PM
Hurricane Ian insurance deductible assistance program now open
Applications are now being accepted for eligible Sarasota County homeowners who need financial assistance with Hurricane Ian insurance deductibles.
12/13/2022 5:06 PM
St. Armands Circle Business Improvement District announces summer concert series
The St. Armands Circle Business Improvement District (BID) has announced the event dates for its upcoming Summer Concert Series. On select Saturdays throughout the summer from July to September, residents and visitors are invited to enjoy this free monthly series featuring various jazz performers.
06/14/2022 11:48 AM
Ringling Boulevard to be transformed into ‘complete street’
Work is set to begin next week on improvements to Ringling Boulevard that will transform it into a “complete street” that can be safely utilized by all modes of travel.
05/27/2022 9:50 AM
Beachgoers reminded Lido Beach is Fido-free
Two new video messages remind beachgoers that Lido Beach is a Fido-free zone. The brief videos produced by the City of Sarasota in partnership with Audubon Florida focus on the unintended consequences of dogs at the beach, including harmful impacts on wildlife and water quality.
09/07/2021 9:04 AM
High Visibility Enforcement in the City of Sarasota to Improve Pedestrian & Bicyclist Safety
The Sarasota Police Department is again implementing a High Visibility Enforcement program to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety. The City of Sarasota ranks in the top 25 cities in the state of Florida for traffic crashes resulting in serious and fatal injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists.
08/16/2021 12:37 PM
US 41-Gulfstream Ave traffic shift, night work begin Aug. 16
A major traffic shift is expected to occur at the U.S. 41-Gulfstream Avenue intersection this weekend as the Florida Department of Transportation continues construction of a new roundabout.
08/11/2021 11:37 AM
Public Art Summer Learning Series #4, Resume and Portfolio Builders, to be held Aug. 28
Session #4 of the Public Art Summer Learning Series will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28 in the SRQ Media Studio in the City Hall Annex adjacent to City Hall, 1565 First Street.
08/12/2024 9:40 AM
Florida Secures Approval of Major Disaster Declaration from FEMA, Impacted Residents Can Apply
Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) announced that Florida secured approval of a major disaster declaration for Hurricane Debby from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
08/12/2024 8:18 AM
Hurricane Debby: Storm debris pickup information
For curbside storm debris pickup in the Sarasota city limits, debris must be separated between vegetative debris and structure flooded storm debris.
08/08/2024 5:00 PM
City administrative offices to remain closed through Tuesday, Aug. 6
City administrative offices will remain closed through Tuesday, Aug. 6 due to Hurricane Debby. Regular City operations will resume Wednesday, Aug. 7.
08/05/2024 6:30 PM
City administrative offices remain closed Aug. 6; Garbage collection resumes with one day delay
City administrative offices will remain closed Tuesday, Aug. 6.
08/05/2024 5:03 PM
City of Sarasota declares local state of emergency for Hurricane Debby
In response to the heavy rainfall and storm surge associated with Hurricane Debby, the City of Sarasota has declared a local state of emergency.
08/05/2024 8:00 AM
Flash Flood Warning in effect for Sarasota
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood WARNING for Sarasota until 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4.
08/04/2024 5:13 PM
Tropical Storm Debby: Watches and Warning
The following remain in effect for Sarasota: Tropical Storm Warning, Storm Surge Watch and Flood Watch through 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5.
08/03/2024 5:30 PM
Sarasota Police investigate shooting with injuries
An adult victim is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries as a result of the incident.
08/03/2024 3:21 PM
Tropical Storm Watch
The City of Sarasota's Emergency Operations team continues to closely monitor the tropical weather system Invest 97L in partnership with Sarasota County Government and Florida Division of Emergency Management.
08/02/2024 3:57 PM