Sarasota County's award-winning Communications Department team worked tirelessly throughout 2021 to help keep our community and residents informed about a wide variety of topics including county projects and COVID-19 vaccinations, just to name a few. Communications director Donn Patchen joined us in the Access studio to highlight some of the department's accomplishments of the last year. #SRQCounty | Sarasota County Government

Sarasota County has released its annual look at the county's most important projects and initiatives, and this year, we’re debuting a new, digital “Year in Review” that integrates animation and video to showcase the county’s accomplishments. In addition to illustrating how your local government operates, we’re linking you directly to budget documents and online services. Plus, we take a comprehensive look back at the county’s response to COVID-19, and how the community pulled together during thi

The Sarasota County Penny Sales tax, also known as the surtax or one-cent tax, shares revenues locally between the county, school district, Town of Longboat Key, and cities of North Port, Sarasota, and Venice, and provides funding for roadways, schools, libraries, parks and more. Share your ideas for future penny tax-funded projects by attending a public input meeting or online by visiting sarasotacountysurtax.net. | Sarasota County Government