Reid's employment with county becomes official
December 15, 2011
About 4 p.m. Dec. 15, Sarasota County Commission Chairwoman Nora Patterson signed the contract with new County Administrator Randall H. Reid, officially making him the successor to former County Administrator Jim Ley.
Beach sign unanimously approved
December 15, 2011
The County Commission Wednesday unanimously approved a two-sided sign proclaiming Siesta Key Public Beach No. 1 in the United States.
Barrier island height restrictions back on track
December 15, 2011
The County Commission Tuesday started a process to impose maximum construction height restrictions once again on the barrier islands.
Chalk Fest seeks partnership
December 15, 2011
Sarasota Chalk Festival founder Denise Kowal has asked the County Commission to partner with her on an application for an arts grant.
Yard debris a violation on streets, in canals
December 15, 2011
Code enforcement said Sarasota staff can use photos of violations to cite offenders.
Wiki work mostly earns commission praise
December 15, 2011
The County Commission agreed for now to focus on state mandates in revising the county's ordinance on water-efficient landscaping.
Commission approves stricter metals ordinance
December 15, 2011
A 30-day holding period and restriction of cash payments to $100 are part of a new county ordinance for secondhand metals dealers.
Emergency Operations Center sites eliminated
December 15, 2011
The County Commission asked staff Wednesday to pursue a thorough vetting of two sites for the location of the new EOC.
News Briefs
December 15, 2011
Florida Supreme Court accepts term-limits case; Business seeking missing wheelchair
Building director defends department
December 15, 2011
Director of Neighborhood Development and Services Tim Litchett said his building department and its divisions are offering exemplary service while performing the same level of work with fewer employees.
- May
22 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance May Morning Express Networking Social - SCF "How SCF Supports Local Business"
7:30 am - 9:00 am - May
26 Tribute to Heroes Parade - Main St LWR
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm - May
28 Braden River Soccer Club Try-outs
6:00 pm - May
29 LWRBA May Membership Lunch
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
