Recap from the most recent Sarasota County Commissioners meeting

Recap from the most recent Sarasota County Commissioners meeting

Local Insurance Companies Fined for Claim Handling: Florida’s Office of Insurance Regulation has fined three local insurers for misconduct in handling property claims, part of a broader enforcement effort addressing insurance companies’ poor claims management during recent storm events. Fines total $2.07 million, targeting companies including some with bases in the Sarasota-Manatee region.

Recap from the most recent Sarasota County Commissioners meeting

Art Center Sarasota’s Centennial Season Launch — Art Center Sarasota is celebrating 100 years with a Centennial Season beginning in fall 2025 and running through fall 2026. This season features powerful exhibitions, vibrant events, and expanded programs, highlighting a century of arts impact and community creativity. Special fundraising efforts will support ongoing programs for the local community.

Sarasota/Manatee MPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) meetings are taking place today, with the TAC meeting at 10:00 a.m. and CAC meeting at 5:00 p.m. These meetings involve public participation on transportation planning and policy matters and are available for live streaming.

A tragic incident involving a 5-year-old girl pulled into a storm drain after a water main break in Sarasota County. The child did not survive, and the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is investigating the event.

Upcoming 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at USF Sarasota-Manatee: The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee will hold a solemn 9/11 remembrance ceremony on September 11, 2025, marking the 24th anniversary of the terrorist attacks. The event will honor the lives lost, recognize first responders and military personnel, and emphasize resilience and unity. It will feature a flag-raising, playing of taps, and a formal program at the Student Center Ballroom.

Recap from the most recent Sarasota County Commissioners meeting

Recap from the most recent Sarasota County Commissioners meeting