SARASOTA COUNTY - Residents have again offered high praise for their quality of life in Sarasota County, as shown in the annual Citizen's Opinion Survey. The survey, which was conducted through random calls to both landlines and cell phones, measures trust in government, satisfaction with county services and economic growth priorities, among other topics. This year's survey … [Read more...] about Sarasota County earns high marks in annual Citizen’s Survey
Economic Development, Government
Osprey/Vamo community cleanup set for Oct. 2
SARASOTA COUNTY - It's time to clean out the garage and gather discarded household items, appliances, junk, tree trimmings and other garbage as Sarasota County will hold a free community cleanup in the Osprey/Vamo area from 8 a.m. to noon. Saturday, Oct. 2. Dumpsters for residential customers will be available at the following locations: 300 N. Tamiami … [Read more...] about Osprey/Vamo community cleanup set for Oct. 2
District Announces Changes to Camping Rules Effective October 1
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) announced changes to rules governing camping reservations on District lands after the draft rules were submitted to the Florida Legislature during the 2021 legislative session. These rules went into effect June 23 and will be enforced beginning Oct. 1, 2021. The updated rules provide more fair … [Read more...] about District Announces Changes to Camping Rules Effective October 1
Candidates running for St. Petersburg mayor and city council to meet to discuss key issues at virtual forums
WHAT: Candidates running for mayor of St. Petersburg and city council will participate in two virtual forums to discuss the key issues facing the city and share their positions on a variety of topics, from the redevelopment of Tropicana Field to affordable housing to climate change. Mayoral candidates Robert Blackmon and Ken Welch will meet for a live-stream forum on … [Read more...] about Candidates running for St. Petersburg mayor and city council to meet to discuss key issues at virtual forums
Florida Department Of Health In Sarasota County Awarded Healthy Brain Initiative Grant To Address Cognitive Health And Dementia For Residents And Caregivers
SARASOTA COUNTY – The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County (DOH-Sarasota) has been selected by the Alzheimer’s Association and the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) as a grantee for the Healthy Brain Initiative (HBI) Road Map Strategists. The grant will allow DOH-Sarasota to enhance its capacity to address cognitive health and dementia … [Read more...] about Florida Department Of Health In Sarasota County Awarded Healthy Brain Initiative Grant To Address Cognitive Health And Dementia For Residents And Caregivers