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After more than 80% of speakers voice support for Single-Member Districts, Charter Review Board chair says bylaws prevent May 19 discussion
New state law raises contribution limit from $200 to $1,000 for persons seeking seats on Sarasota city and county commissions
On May 25, Sarasota leaders hope Water Management District Governing Board will agree to grant for water quality project on Bobby Jones Golf Club property
Neighborhood associations encouraged to join Florida League of Cities initiative on local government control, as legislators ramp up efforts to pre-empt ‘home rule’
Change in state campaign finance regulations renders moot future legal challenges like those that happened during 2020 Sarasota County Commission races
Question about Single-Member Districts voting system to be on 2021 Sarasota County Citizen Opinion Survey
County Commission takes first step to sell downtown Sarasota Administration Center property to help pay for new facility at 1301 Cattlemen Road
County’s COVID-19 positivity rate continues decline at same time demand for vaccine remains at lower level (free)
EPA program expected to provide up to $132 million in low-interest loan for conversion of Bee Ridge Water Reclamation Facility to advanced treatment status
New group leading Siesta Key incorporation initiative asking residents to fill out survey and contribute funds for feasibility study
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