Community Connections 8.7.2011

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Welcome to the Sarasota County Community Connections eNewsletter. We hope you will share this eNewsletter with family, friends and neighbors. Contact us if you have questions, ideas for featured articles, or feedback on the system at emailcommunityconnections@scgov.net.

Hope for Homeowners free seminar on Aug. 9

Hope for HomeownersSarasota County homeowners who need help with foreclosures, bankruptcy or credit problems can attend a free "Hope for Homeowners" seminar from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, at the Selby Library auditorium, 1331 1st St., Sarasota. (MORE)
SCAT to hold public meeting Aug. 9 on proposed bus fares

SCAT busThe Sarasota County Transportation Authority (SCTA) has proposed a new fare schedule for Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT), and a public meeting will be held 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, in the Juliano Room at North Port Public Library, 13800 S. Tamiami Trail, North Port. (MORE)
Urfer Family Park nominated for 'America's Favorite Park'

Urfer Family ParkSarasota County Parks and Recreation is encouraging residents and visitors to go online and vote for Urfer Family Park, 4000 Honore Ave., Sarasota, in Coca-Cola's "America's Favorite Park" contest.
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Sign up now for Neighborhood Grant Program workshops

NeighborhoodSarasota County will hold orientation workshops in August and September to show residents how to apply for grants under the Neighborhood Grant Program. Now in its eighth year, the program supports the county's initiative to preserve and enhance the quality of life in neighborhoods throughout the county. (MORE)


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