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Storm debris collection information
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09/30/2024 11:30 AM
RESCHEDULED: Overtown Square dedication ceremony rescheduled for Oct. 2
The Overtown Square ceremony has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m.
09/30/2024 10:30 AM
Lido Beach pavilion parking lot closed
The Lido Beach pavilion parking lot is closed while our Public Works crews continue recovery efforts on Lido Key.
09/30/2024 9:33 AM
Boil water advisory canceled for St. Armands Key and Lido Key
Effective 7 a.m. Monday, Sept. 30, the precautionary boil water advisory for St. Armands Key and Lido Key has expired.
09/30/2024 7:15 AM
Sarasota's OctoberFresh event to raise money for Hurricane Helene relief
Join us for a special edition of Fresh Fridays 7-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4 in downtown Sarasota on Main Street as we come together to support our community in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
09/30/2024 7:00 AM
Boil water advisory canceled for Bird Key and portions of Siesta Key
The precautionary boil water advisory for Bird Key and City of Sarasota water customers on Siesta Key has expired.
09/29/2024 8:30 AM
Water service restored to St. Armands Key and Lido Key with precautionary boil water advisory
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09/28/2024 11:41 AM
Water service to be restored to Bird Key, Siesta Key today
Water service will be restored to Bird Key residents mid-afternoon Friday Sept. 27 with a precautionary boil water advisory in effect.
09/27/2024 3:30 PM
Bird Key, Siesta Key residents allowed access with ID
Bird Key residents with a proper identification are now being allowed onto the key.
09/27/2024 10:11 AM
City facilities reopen Friday Sept. 27; Garbage collection resumes with one day delay
City of Sarasota facilities are expected to reopen and operations resume Friday, Sept. 27.
09/26/2024 7:54 PM
John Ringling Causeway Bridge and north Siesta Key Bridge closed
The John Ringling Causeway Bridge and north Siesta Key Bridge (via Siesta Drive) are closed due to safety concerns associated with Hurricane Helene.
09/26/2024 5:12 PM
Water service to barrier islands to be shut down Thursday morning
To protect the Cityβs utilities infrastructure, water service to customers on the barriers islands is being shut off Thursday morning. The areas affected include: Bird Key, St. Armands Key, Lido Key and portions of Siesta Key.
09/26/2024 6:30 AM
Bay Runner service suspended effective 8 p.m. Wednesday
Service for the Bay Runner trolley will be suspended at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25 due to Hurricane Helene.
09/25/2024 4:45 PM
Evacuation alert issued for Level A; Evacuation centers to open Sept. 25
Starting at 7 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 25, Sarasota County Emergency Management will issue an evacuation alert for Level A and manufactured home communities.
09/25/2024 7:35 AM
City of Sarasota declares local state of emergency for Tropical Storm Helene; City offices to close Thursday
In response to the rainfall and storm surge expected with Tropical Storm Helene, the City of Sarasota has declared a local state of emergency.
09/24/2024 11:00 AM
Hurricane Watch and Storm Surge Watch in effect for Sarasota
09/24/2024 8:30 AM
Sarasota Police identify and apprehend suspect in Sunday afternoon shooting
The Sarasota Police Department is announcing the arrest of Jeremy Shannon, 42, of Sarasota, for the murder of a 56-year-old Sarasota man.
09/23/2024 5:03 PM
City of Sarasota closely monitoring tropical weather system
The City is closely monitoring the tropical weather system in coordination with Sarasota County Government and Florida Division of Emergency Management.
09/23/2024 4:00 PM
Vacation rental owners reminded to register properties by Oct. 31
Owners of vacation rentals within the Sarasota city limits are reminded to register their vacation rental properties by Oct. 31 to avoid late fees.
09/23/2024 9:00 AM
Swearing-in ceremony held for seven Sarasota Police officers
On Thursday, September 19, 2024, Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche held a swearing-in ceremony for seven new Police Officers.
09/19/2024 5:04 PM