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𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 Lightning strikes can cause serious injuries. If you see someone struck by lightning, calling 911 immediately and beginning CPR can save their life! Learn more below ⤵️

𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 All three City parking garages are now gateless. This new program is easy, convenient and a time saver!

🛥️𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐬⛵️ Please be advised that the Centennial Park Boat Ramp will be reduced to two lanes from 7:00 A.M. on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, to 7:00 A.M. on Friday, July 4, 2025, due to underwater concrete repairs.

Sarasota County will be operating multiple sandbag locations from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, ahead of inclement weather projected for later this week. One location will be operated inside Sarasota City limits at Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th St. More information ⤵️

𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 Thanks to the hard work of our Engineering and IT staff, the City's Smart City Initiative has been recognized as the 2024–2025 Local/State Agency Collaboration Project of the Year by the Florida Association of County Engineers.

𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 The Colson mural dedication ceremony planned for tomorrow, July 3, at 10 a.m., will go on, rain or shine! In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will move indoors to the SSAS gymnasium. We hope to see you there!

👏 𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐓 𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐏 = 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍! 👏 All lanes at the Centennial Park Boat Ramp reopened early this morning! Thanks for your patience while four lanes were quickly repaired. 🚤 Have a fun and safe 4th of July weekend! 🇺🇸

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🔴 City administrative offices are closed ⚪ Regular Friday garbage pickup will occur tomorrow (Sat. July 5) 🔵 Fireworks display tonight at Bayfront Park at 9 p.m. More holiday info: sarasotafl.gov/News-articles/…

Congratulations to Pauline Kauffmann for being recognized as July Employee of the Month! Pauline has served in the City’s Information Technology Department for nearly 5 years and is known by her coworkers as a hard worker and a team player.

The City Commission recognized the HR Department’s Benefits Team as July Team of the Month in appreciation of their dedication to finding new ways to help City employees thrive. Congratulations to Benefits Coordinator Kayla Nelson and Human Resource Specialist Fitzroy Hibbert!

The NAMI is a non-profit mental health support organization where those in recovery are empowered to assist others who have similarly struggled. The City Commission congratulates NAMI Sarasota & Manatee Counties on its 40th year of operations and valuable service to our community.

100+ community members united last week to honor the legacy of Rev. Lewis & Irene Colson! The dedication of this Public Art mural celebrates the Colsons' lasting impact on the Sarasota community. The mural is located @ 645 Central Ave. Learn more: Sarasotafl.gov/PublicArt

Last night in our beautiful city! Who's ready for another spectacular Sarasota sunset? 😎 📷 Sarasota resident Norm Schimmel

City Engineer Nikesh Patel talking about the Lido Beach renourishment that will begin by the end of the year followed by the installation of a new vegetative dune system. Check out WFLA NEWS's report: wfla.com/news/sarasota-…

This just in! Morning views from our special city. 😎 📍Bird Key Park