The Lake Sarasota Community Blog

Welcome to Sarasota County's community e-newsletter. If you have questions, ideas for articles, or feedback relating to this newsletter, contact us at  communications@scgov.net .  Sarasota County named 'Tree City USA' for 25th year Sarasota County was recently named a "Tree City USA" community for the 25th consecutive year by the Arbor Day Foundation, an achievement that demonstrates the county's continued commitment to positive environmental stewardship. Fertilizer restricted season kicks off June 1 Sarasota County reminds residents to "Be Floridian" and refrain from applying fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus from June 1 to  Sept. 30 . Registration for Kids' Summer Beach Runs starts June 1 Parents who are looking for healthy activities will appreciate the Kids' Summer Beach Runs, presented by Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources, and New Balance Sarasota. 'Bike Rodeo' at Sh...

Welcome to Sarasota County's community e-newsletter. If you have questions, ideas for articles, or feedback on the system, contact us at communications@scgov.net .  County offices closed for Thanksgiving Sarasota County Government offices, including libraries, Sarasota County Historical Resources and recreation centers, will be closed  Thursday, Nov. 26 , and  Friday, Nov. 27 , for the Thanksgiving holiday.  Register now for the Sarasota County's 10th annual Sustainable Communities Workshop The workshop will be held  Thursday, Dec. 3 , at the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida Event and Conference Center, 4740 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota. New SCAT routes, changes began Nov. 14 Several route changes and new services for Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) became effective Nov. 14, county transportation officials  have announced. Sarasota County libraries announce 'One Book' program for 2016 Sarasota County Libraries and Histor...

Welcome to Sarasota County's community e-newsletter. If you have questions, ideas for articles, or feedback on the system, contact us at communications@scgov.net .  Mosquito Management celebrates 75 years of service with an open house Sarasota County Mosquito Management Services is celebrating 75 years of service by hosting a community open house on  Saturday, Nov. 7 , from 10 a.m.to   2 p.m. Sarasota County libraries announce 'One Book' program for 2016 Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources announce the return of the popular "One Book" program for 2016, focusing on the works of John D. MacDonald, in commemoration of his 100th birthday. New SCAT routes, changes to begin  Nov. 14 Several route changes and new services for Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) will become effective  Nov. 14 . Discover the world through GIS at Gulf Gate Library See the world in a whole new way as Sarasota County hosts GIS Day from ...

Dear Lake, Welcome to Sarasota County's community e-newsletter. If you have questions, ideas for articles, or feedback on the system, contact us at communications@scgov.net .  9th Annual Nokomis Beach Youth Fishing Tournament set for  May 16 County cuts ribbon on new Landfill Gas to Energy Facility County commissioners and staff  on Tuesday  celebrated the opening of the new Landfill Gas to Energy Facility, the result of a unique public-private partnership that has environmental and economic benefits for  Sarasota County. County wins 2015 best tasting water In order to promote water resources and the importance of safe, clean drinking water, Region X of the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association recently held its annual Best Tasting Drinking  Water contest. Survey a chance to give input on future of Sarasota County's parks and preserves Residents still have a chance to have their say a...

Welcome to Sarasota County's community e-newsletter. If you have questions, ideas for articles, or feedback on the system, contact us at  communications@scgov.net .  National Volunteer Week is  April 12-18 The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) of Sarasota County, which is part of a national network of local volunteers, exemplifies how a committed team of volunteers can make a difference in the health, safety and resiliency of  our communities. Voter registration deadline nears for May 12, 2015 municipal elections Residents of the City of Sarasota and Town of Longboat Key must be registered by  Monday, April 13  to be eligible to vote in their respective elections scheduled for  Tuesday, May 12 . County libraries inviting the public to "Discover Local Authors" To celebrate National Library Week, Sarasota County Libraries is hosting a week-long series of events designed for the public to 'Discover Local Authors.' SCAT ...