10 Nov 2023


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Sarasota Audubon makes clear intent to fight proposed 170-unit development on property near Celery Fields


‘Contractors working diligently’ to complete major sewer line project on Bahia Vista Street, county staff reports


Arroyo withdraws no-kill shelter ordinance, citing a halt on retail animal sales as his real focus


Pending County Commission’s rescinding of 2021 ordinance related to Siesta hotel construction, no trial to be held on one count in second lawsuit filed in November 2021


Nov. 20 Neighborhood Workshop set on proposed county Comprehensive Plan amendment that would allow voluntary demolition and reconstruction of condo complexes on Siesta Key


‘Bed tax’ revenue for 2023 fiscal year almost 24% higher than figure for 2022 fiscal year, final reports show


‘Wait and see’ stance adopted by County Commission in regard to potential purchase of former Gulf Gate Golf Course property


Sarasota County Tax Collector Ford-Coates returns record ‘profits’ to county


As Arroyo repeats reasons for opposing higher vacation rental program fees, city manager strives to emphasize facts


Five suspects charged with multiple felony counts related to theft and criminal use of personal identity information to net almost $7 million


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OTHER NEWS (free):

Community meeting about Nature Park at Bobby Jones Golf Club to be held on Nov. 15 at Robert Taylor Community Complex


Sandy Claws Beach Run set for Dec. 9 on Siesta Beach


Sarasota Memorial continues straight A safety streak with Leapfrog Group


County and City of Sarasota offices and facilities to be closed for Veterans Day observance


Registration open for 2024 Gulf Coast Games for Life


SMH HealthFit recognized as Medical Fitness Association’s Facility of the Year


Conservation Foundation’s 20th anniversary celebration puts November spotlight on ‘Building a Better Future’