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Emergency order prohibits lawn irrigation with potable water in Sarasota County, and burn ban put into effect (free)
Siesta Chamber proposes amendments to island zoning regulations to allow for 75-room boutique hotels as compromise to proposals for larger facilities
SWFWMD Governing Board gives unanimous approval to Bobby Jones Golf Club water quality project
Siesta Key Coalition seeking meetings with county commissioners to discuss need for comprehensive analysis of impacts four hotel projects would have on the barrier island
Number of county-issued building permits on track to set new record this fiscal year, and most major revenue funds coming in higher than anticipated
County Public Works staff provides commissioners updates on efforts to keep roads in good shape, including preservation program
Conversion of Bee Ridge Water Reclamation Facility on schedule and ‘on budget,’ Public Utilities director tells county commissioners
Branded as ‘OnDemand by Sarasota County,’ new SCAT service to begin on June 5
Mote Aquarium to stand in ‘Special Planning Area’ at Benderson Park, as outlined in proposed county Comprehensive Plan and zoning amendments
‘Hotel houses’ the focus of new Siesta Key Association effort to persuade county to crack down on illegal short-term vacation rentals
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