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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
Sarasota Police Department Traffic Unit Investigating Deadly Traffic Crash
Sarasota Police Department Traffic Unit officers are investigating a deadly traffic crash that happened on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at approximately 10:30 p.m. near the intersection of North Washington Boulevard (U.S. 301) and 21st Street, Sarasota.
10/07/2021 10:08 AM
Sarasota Police Department to host National Night Out on October 12, 2021
The Sarasota Police Department will host National Night Out 2021 on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m., outside Sarasota Police Headquarters, 2099 Adams Lane, Sarasota.
10/04/2021 1:42 PM
Sarasota Police Department hosting Tweet from the Beat virtual ride-along
You are invited to join members of the Sarasota Police Department on their next "virtual ride-along" happening through the Tweet from the Beat social media program. On Thursday, September 30, 2021, beginning at 6:30 p.m., Twitter users can virtually "ride-along."
09/30/2021 4:02 PM
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
Sarasota Man Arrested on Charges of Capital Sexual Battery, Lewd Lascivious Molestation – Additional Victims Possible
Keith Hill, 33, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing multiple charges including Capital Sexual Battery with a Victim under 12 (3 counts). Hill is being held at the Sarasota County Jail. Based on their investigation, Sarasota Police detectives believe there may be additional victims.
09/27/2021 11:05 AM
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
Sarasota man arrested and facing charges of sexual battery & various illegal narcotics charges
Calvin Turner, 46, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing multiple charges including sexual battery, trafficking in fentanyl, cocaine, and MDMA, and possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell within 1000 feet of a church. Turner is a registered sex offender.
09/20/2021 1:47 PM
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
Sarasota Police Department Investigating Fatal Motorcycle / Vehicle Crash
The Sarasota Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating a fatal crash that happened Friday, September 10, 2021, at about 9 p.m., in the City of Sarasota.
09/13/2021 11:03 AM
La Primavera Supermarket albergará clínica gratuita este Sabado
La Primavera Super Market albergará una clinica amulatoria de primera y segunda dosis de vacunas contra COVID-19 el Sábado 11 de Septiembre, en asociación con el Departamento de Salud del condado de Sarasota, la Ciudad de Sarasota, y The Mallard Bufete de Abogados.
09/09/2021 4:09 PM
La Primavera Supermarket to host COVID-19 vaccine clinic Saturday
La Primavera Supermarket will host a first- and second-dose COVID-19 vaccination clinic Saturday, Sept. 11, in partnership with the Department of Health-Sarasota County, the City of Sarasota and The Mallard Law Firm.
09/09/2021 3:26 PM
City issues call to artists for Fruitville roundabout sculpture
A competitive call to artists issued by the City of Sarasota for a landmark sculpture in the center of the roundabout at U.S. 41 and Fruitville Road is now open for submissions through Sept. 16.
09/07/2021 9:03 AM
City administrative offices to close for Labor Day on Sept. 6
City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 6, in observance of Labor Day.
09/02/2021 9:00 AM
Purchasing Division earns 2021 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award
The City of Sarasota's Purchasing Division has earned the 2021 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute, its seventh consecutive honor.
09/01/2021 8:30 AM
Joint Affordable Housing Advisory Committee votes to move forward with action item recommendations
The Sarasota Consortium Affordable Housing Advisory Committee has voted on the Local Affordable Housing Incentive Strategy recommendations to address affordable housing needs throughout Sarasota County.
08/31/2021 1:00 PM