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Form-Based Code draft document & map available for review
The final draft of the Form-Based Code and preliminary Straight Translation Analysis Map are available for review on the City of Sarasota website: https://www.sarasotafl.gov/government/urban-design-studio
03/12/2018 12:27 PM
‘Lose Big, Win Bigger’ fitness challenge begins Feb. 28
The 5th annual “Lose Big, Win Bigger” fitness challenge to help promote healthy lifestyles will kick off Wednesday, February 28 at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, 1845 John Rivers Street (formerly 34th Street).
02/16/2018 3:00 PM
City administrative offices close for Presidents Day Feb. 19; No change to waste collection
City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Monday, February 19 in observance of Presidents Day. Garbage, recycling and yard waste pickup will continue as regularly scheduled.
02/12/2018 2:39 PM
City launches new, redesigned website
The City of Sarasota has launched a crisp, redesigned website with an emphasis on mobility, search options, and streamlining information. With the sharp new look, comes a new url: SarasotaFL.Gov (No need to type “www” -- just SarasotaFL.Gov)
02/09/2018 3:36 PM
Sarasota named a Tree City USA for 32nd consecutive year
Sarasota, FL: The City of Sarasota has been named a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for the 32nd year in a row. The 2017 Tree City USA award recognizes the City’s commitment to maintaining and expanding a healthy tree canopy in Sarasota.
01/30/2018 8:45 AM
Commissioner Ahearn-Koch graduates from Florida League of Cities’ Institute for Elected Municipal Officials
Sarasota, FL: City of Sarasota At-Large Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch recently graduated from the Florida League of Cities’ Institute for Elected Municipal Officials.
01/25/2018 8:06 AM
City offers training for outside vendors
Sarasota, FL: Beginning in February, the City of Sarasota’s Purchasing Division will offer a series of no cost, educational courses for vendors, providing helpful tips for doing business with local municipalities.
01/22/2018 3:00 PM
Fredd Atkins Park to reopen Jan. 20
Sarasota, FL: Fredd Atkins Park, located at the corner of U.S. 301 and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, will reopen Saturday, January 20 after being closed for redesign to an open park setting.
01/19/2018 10:50 AM
Lido Pool closed Jan. 18 and 19 due to cold weather
Sarasota, FL: Lido Pool, 400 Benjamin Franklin Drive, will be closed Thursday, January 18 and Friday, January 19 due to anticipated cold weather.
01/17/2018 12:00 PM
Public invited to review St. Armands parking meter options Jan. 12 & 13
Sarasota, FL: Demonstration parking meters will be on display and available for public review and testing on Friday, January 12 starting at 4 p.m. and Saturday, January 13 at 11 a.m. on St. Armands Circle. The display will be located at the Seven Virtues statues along John Ringling Boulevard across
01/11/2018 12:00 PM
New Electric Vehicle charging stations installed; Several existing EV charging stations updated
Sarasota, FL: The City of Sarasota, in partnership with Florida Power & Light, recently added three new electric vehicle charging ports and updated seven existing ports in parking garages and surface lots around the City.
01/09/2018 9:35 AM
Lido Pool reopens on Jan. 7
Sarasota, FL: Lido Pool, 400 Benjamin Franklin Drive, will reopen to the public on Sunday, January 7 for regular hours: 10 a.m.- 4:45 p.m.
01/05/2018 3:00 PM
Fredd Atkins Park closed through Jan. 19 for redesign
Sarasota, FL: Fredd Atkins Park, located at the corner of U.S. 301 and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, is closed through Friday, January 19 as the park is redesigned to an open park setting.
01/04/2018 11:00 AM
Lido Pool closed Jan. 3 through Jan. 5 due to cold front
Sarasota, FL: Lido Pool will be closed Wednesday, January 3, Thursday, January 4 and Friday, January 5 due to the cold front the area is experiencing.
01/02/2018 3:20 PM
City admin offices closed New Year’s Day; Waste collection schedule changes
Sarasota, FL: City administrative offices will be closed on New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1, 2018 and will reopen Tuesday, January 2.
12/22/2017 12:12 PM
Holiday hours announced; Waste collection schedule changes
Sarasota, FL: City administrative offices will be closed Monday, December 25 and Tuesday, December 26 in observance of Christmas. Offices also will be closed New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1, 2018.
12/15/2017 10:13 AM
Bobby Jones Grille hosts Open House Dec. 14
Sarasota, FL: The City’s historic, municipal golf course Bobby Jones Golf Club will host an open house on Thursday, December 14 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Bobby Jones Grille, 1000 Circus Blvd.
12/12/2017 12:00 PM
Bobby Jones Golf Club hosts 10th Annual ‘Reindeer Games’ Christmas Day
Sarasota, FL: The 10th Annual ‘Reindeer Games’ will be held at the City’s historic municipal golf course, Bobby Jones Golf Club, 1000 Circus Blvd, on Christmas Day, Monday, December 25.
12/11/2017 2:38 PM
Thanksgiving hours announced; Waste collection schedule changes
Sarasota, FL: City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Offices will reopen Monday, November 27.
11/16/2017 11:14 AM
City administrative offices closed in observance of Veterans Day Friday, Nov. 10; Parade to be held Saturday, Nov. 11
Sarasota, FL: City administrative offices will be closed on Friday, November 10 in observance of Veterans Day. There will be no impact to garbage, recycling or yard waste collection. Friday service will continue as scheduled.
11/01/2017 11:30 AM