Michael Drake is leading the effort to finally purchase land for the historical society museum.

The well-attended meeting informed audience members of processes, timetables and possible inconveniences.

Commissioners heard about plans for the town's fire stations: The south station will be razed and rebuilt and the north station will be renovated.

Gulf of Mexico Drive shut down at Bay Isles Parkway, though detours are set through Bay Isles community.

The total cost of the projects comes to around $1.1 million.

Longboat leaders urge caution in moving ahead with building proposals.

Many downtown Sarasota roads and parking lots will be closed throughout the weekend.