City of Sarasota buildings will close to the public effective Monday, March 23
to reduce the possible transmission of COVID-19. Most City operations and functions will continue with reduced staff working on-site or remotely.
The City Auditor and Clerk will not accept development applications until further notice. Applicants with questions regarding the current submittal process are encouraged to call 941-263-6222 or email the Development Applications Coordinator at
Sean.Wilkins@SarasotaFL.Gov
.
The public is advised to conduct business with the City either online via
www.SarasotaFL.Gov
or by phone at 941-263-6000.
Garbage, recycling and yard waste will continue as normal. Public safety, drinking water, sanitary sewer treatment, plans reviews, building permits and other services will continue.
Public parks, boat ramps, open spaces and fishing piers in the city limits remain open.
Lido Beach and all county beaches are scheduled to close at 6 a.m. Saturday, March 21, as announced by Sarasota County yesterday.
The City of Sarasota remains in a public health emergency, declared last week and extended through March 27.
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