Events

Women's Networking Group Meets Aug. 22

The women's networking group Sarasota County - Over 40 Females will host guest speaker Kim Burns for a presentation titled 'Drop and Give Me Zen.'

08/08/2016 Research by staff

New hires

Sarasota County Hires New HR Director

Sarasota County recently hired Christopher Louria as director of the Human Resources Department.

08/08/2016 Research by staff

Government

County Considers Changes to Mowing Rules

Sarasota County is proposing changes to mowing service in residential areas within the county's urban service boundary and will host two informational meetings on the changes this week.

07/25/2016 Research by staff

Tourism

Lifeguard Competition Coming to Siesta Key

Lifeguards from around the state will compete for medals at the U.S. Lifesaving Association Southeast Region Lifeguard Championships.

07/13/2016 Research by staff

Education

Students Take Part in 'County Career Connections' Tour

University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee students will learn about careers in public service as part of an informational tour of Sarasota County's government offices Wednesday, July 13.

07/12/2016 Research by staff

Construction

Grand Opening for Bee Ridge Fire Station Held Monday

Sarasota County yesterday celebrated the grand opening of Fire Station No. 12, located at 3110 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota.

06/27/2016 Research by staff

New hires

Sarasota County Names New Assistant Administrator

Jonathan Evans recently accepted a conditional offer to become an assistant county administrator with Sarasota County.

06/16/2016 Research by staff

Environment

'Green Your Business' Classes Continue Through September

Sarasota County is helping business leaders learn how to save money and resources at work by adopting sustainability practices.

06/14/2016 Research by staff

Tourism

County Marks Completion of Siesta Renourishment

Sarasota County celebrated the completion of a $21.5 million South Siesta Key Beach renourishment project on Monday.

06/13/2016 Research by staff

Planning

Open Houses on FEMA Floodplain Maps Begin June 20

Sarasota County will host six open houses to address changes to the Federal Emergency Management Agency's floodplain maps, which take effect Nov. 4.

06/06/2016 Research by staff

Environment

Workshop Offers Tips on Sustainability for Businesses

The discussion will include a number of strategies for saving money and resources at work through energy, water and waste reduction plans.

06/01/2016 Research by staff

Environment

Seasonal Fertilizer Regulations Return

Sarasota County's regulations barring the use of fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus return Wednesday, June 1.

05/31/2016 Research by staff

Government

New Fire Station Unveiled Next Week

Sarasota County will host a grand opening celebration for Fire Station No. 14 at 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 31.

05/26/2016 Research by staff

Events

Author and Life Coach Speaks to Women's Networking Group

Sarasota County - Over 40 Females, a women's networking group, will feature guest speaker Adoley Odunton during its next event.

05/16/2016 Research by staff

Regulations

Workshops Address New 'Puppy Mill' Rules

New guidelines affect commercial establishments, such as pet stores, but include exemptions for hobby breeders, animal shelters and animal welfare organizations.

05/11/2016 Research by staff

Energy

Landfill Gas to Energy Facility Wins Recognition

Sarasota County's Landfill Gas to Energy Facility was recently named 'Project of the Year' by the Suncoast branch of the American Society of Civil Engineers.

05/10/2016 Research by staff