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City Commission meeting rescheduled for Oct. 18
The Oct. 7 regular City Commission meeting that was canceled due to Hurricane Milton has been rescheduled for Friday, Oct. 18 at 9 a.m. in the Commission Chambers at City Hall, 1565 First Street.
10/14/2024 12:55 PM
All City of Sarasota public parks temporarily closed, except The Bay
All City of Sarasota public parks are temporarily closed as Parks & Recreation crews work to assess damages caused by Hurricane Milton and clear debris.
10/14/2024 11:55 AM
Free Comcast WiFi available at Selby Library
Beginning today, Comcast will have a mobile unit stationed outside Selby Library, 1331 First Street, in downtown Sarasota, offering free WiFi service to the public.
10/14/2024 10:33 AM
Water service restored to barrier islands; Boil water advisory in place
Water service has been restored to City of Sarasota customers on the barrier islands, including Bird Key, St. Armands Key, Lido Key, and Siesta Key.
10/14/2024 9:15 AM
Bay Runner service resumes Oct. 14 with modified route
Bay Runner trolley service will resume at 7 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14 with a modified route traveling between School Avenue and Bayfront Drive.
10/13/2024 10:05 PM
Water service to barrier islands expected to be restored Monday, Oct. 14
Water service for City of Sarasota customers on the barrier islands is expected to be restored Monday morning, Oct. 14, with a precautionary boil water advisory in place.
10/13/2024 4:40 PM
Barrier islands water service to be restored earliest by Oct. 14
Numerous water lines in the City of Sarasota water distribution system were broken during Hurricane Milton, many when trees were uprooted.
10/12/2024 5:29 PM
Free WiFi available in three City parks
Connectivity has been restored for the City of Sarasota's free WiFi in the Parks program.
10/12/2024 1:09 PM
Comfort stations available to impacted residents
Comfort points are available throughout Sarasota County. Air conditioning, phone charging, food and coffee can be found at the following locations
10/12/2024 11:32 AM
Supply points of distribution available
Sarasota County has opened multiple points of distribution for supplies to those affected by Hurricane Milton.
10/12/2024 11:04 AM
City administrative offices remain closed Oct. 14
City operations, recreational facilities and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall will remain closed Monday, Oct. 14, as recovery efforts continue.
10/11/2024 4:46 PM
New traffic pattern on Little Ringling Bridge
An inspection of the northern span of the Little Ringling Bridge by the City of Sarasota and Florida Department of Transportation teams revealed damage from Hurricane Milton
10/11/2024 2:35 PM
Paid parking suspended
Due to Hurricane Milton, paid parking enforcement is suspended until further notice.
10/11/2024 11:30 AM
Bridge to barrier islands reopens
In coordination with the Town of Longboat Key the City of Bradenton Beach, access to the barrier islands will reopen with one westbound and one eastbound lane on the southern span Little Ringling Bridge at π π.π¦. π π«π’πππ², πππ. ππ.
10/10/2024 6:02 PM
Garbage collection resumes with one day delay; yard waste collection suspended
Garbage collection will resume Friday, Oct. 11, with a one day delay. Thursdayβs pickup delayed due to Hurricane Milton will take place Friday, and Fridayβs pickup will take place Saturday.
10/10/2024 5:25 PM
City residents urged to conserve water
There are multiple watermain breaks in the City of Sarasota. We are urging City of Sarasota residents to conserve water usage until repairs can be made.
10/10/2024 2:29 PM
Update: Barrier island access
At this time access to the barrier islands, including Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key, St. Armands Key, and Bird Key, remains closed to assess damage and allow first responders to complete search and rescue operations.
10/10/2024 1:30 PM
City of Sarasota extends local state of emergency for Hurricane Milton
With excessive storm surge, high winds, and rainfall associated with Hurricane Milton forecasted, the City of Sarasota has extended the local state of emergency declared Sept. 24.
10/08/2024 4:00 PM
Barrier islands access to close today, Oct. 8 at 7 p.m.
Access to the barrier islands will be closed today, October 8 at 7 p.m.
10/08/2024 1:06 PM
Water service to barrier islands to be shutoff Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Water service to the barrier islands is scheduled to be shutoff at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 in advance of Hurricane Milton.
10/08/2024 9:59 AM