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The federal Presidents Day holiday will be observed Monday, Feb. 20 which means City administrative offices will be closed and the regular City Commission meeting will be deferred to Tuesday, Feb. 21. Residential trash, recycling and yard waste will be collected as usual.
While City parks will be open, hours of operation at recreation facilities will vary by location:
Those interested in purchasing tickets in-person to one of the many upcoming shows at the Van Wezel Preforming Arts Hall may do so at the Box Office, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, which will have regular business hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Accreditation has long been considered the optimum way to maintain the highest standards of professional excellence. For public safety agencies, accreditation is beneficial for the organization, officers and community.
The Sarasota Police Department will embark on renewing its accreditation status next month and the public is invited to offer comments to the assessors. A team from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) is scheduled to arrive March 21 to examine all aspects of the SPD’s policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services.
To receive accredited status, SPD must comply and live by the spirit of established standards, many of which are critical to life, health and safety. Assessors will review written materials, interview individuals, and visit offices and other places where compliance can be observed.
A standards manual is available for public review online at www.FLAccreditation.org under the ‘Standards’ tab.
For more information regarding CFA or for citizens wishing to offer written comments about SPD’s ability to meet the standards of accreditation, send correspondence to: CFA, P.O. Box 1489, Tallahassee, Florida 32302, or email to flaccreditation@fdle.state.fl.us
Once the assessors complete a review of the agency, they’ll report back to the full CFA, which will determine if SPD will receive accredited status. SPD’s accreditation is valid for three years.
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To make it easier for visitors and residents to discover and support the more than 130 shops, restaurants and businesses on St. Armands Circle, the St. Armands Business Improvement District has launched a new online merchant directory and map.
Businesses can be searched by category such as fashion & shopping, restaurants, real estate, sweet treats and special services. The map can easily be used on mobile devices as visitors stroll the Circle.
Opened in 1926 thanks visionary John Ringing, St. Armands Circle is one of our treasured locations and a destination for visitors worldwide. We anticipate these new materials will make a day or evening at St. Armands even easier, more accessible and enjoyable for all heading to the Circle.
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There’s something for everyone at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. If you’re a fan of comedy or dance, these upcoming shows are perfect!
On Wednesday, Feb. 22, Comedy legends Rita Rudner and Robert Klein team up for a new, exciting tour! One of the country’s top comedians and a New York Times best-selling author, Rita Rudner is also an award-winning television personality, screenwriter, playwright and actress. For more than 40 years, Robert Klein has entertained audiences and continues to have an acclaimed career in comedy, Broadway, television and film.
The following night, Ailey II will grace the stage. Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s finest dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s outstanding and emerging choreographers. Founded by Alvin Ailey, the company embodies his pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training and community programs for all people.
For a complete list of all shows coming to the Van Wezel, visit VanWezel.org. Tickets can be purchased online at VanWezel.org, by visiting the local Box Office, or calling the Box Office at 941-263-6799.
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Mark your calendar for Wednesday, March 1 to join us for the second Attainable Housing Town Hall from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at City Hall.
This is a continuation of the community discussion in January, when City staff provided an overview of how attainable housing could be incorporated into future developments within the downtown. During the upcoming Town Hall, staff will share strategies on how the much-needed attainable housing inventory can be boosted.
An overview of proposed incentives to encourage attainable housing will be presented, including the opportunity for increased density up to four times the base density in exchange for attainable housing on-site in the downtown. It’s important to note this discussion is limited to the downtown and four zone districts: Downtown Bayfront (DTB), Downtown Core (DTC), Downtown Edge (DTE) and Downtown Neighborhood Edge (DTNE).
There will be an opportunity for public input during the Town Hall and frequently asked questions will be addressed.
The meeting will be livestreamed on www.SarasotaFL.gov and will be available on demand. The first Attainable Housing Town Hall is posted on the Meetings/Agendas/Videos webpage under ‘Public Forums & Community Meetings of Interest’.
We commend our environmentally-conscious residents for taking the few extra steps to recycle!
Since converting to single stream recycling almost four years ago, with all recyclables placed in one single cart, 90% of residents participate. Impressive!
We’re asking residents to be mindful of what is placed in their recycling cart each week. Remember: the recycling cart is not an additional garbage cart. Recyclables only, please.
Accepted items include: rinsed bottles, jars, cans, newspapers, magazines, paper bags and cardboard.
Plastic bags, pizza cartons, clothes hangers, yard waste and household garbage are not recyclable and should not be placed in the recycling cart. Wondering if an item can be recycled? Use our Cart Smart online tool to find out quickly and easily.
By properly recycling, you're doing your part to reduce the amount of waste going into the landfill. Thank you for being good stewards of our precious environment.
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It's not too early to start making Spring Break plans for the little ones!
Registration for Spring Break Camp is now open at Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex for children ages 5-12. Arlington Park staff will lead a variety of fun and enriching activities, including arts and crafts projects, recreation in the gym, games, sports, and visits to the facility's heated swimming pool. Campers are asked to bring a snack and lunch daily. Please note: 5-year-olds must be currently enrolled in kindergarten.
Spring Break Camp will run daily from 7:30 a.m to 5:30 p.m. March 13-17, Space is limited to 25 campers, so families are encouraged to register early.
The registration fee is $125 per camper and the deadline to sign up is Friday, March 10. Convenient online registration is available at www.LetsPlaySarasota.com or call (941) 263-6732 for more information.
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