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Longboat Key leaders, residents press Sarasota County for up to $25 million for St. Armands drainage and access work
Summary
Town of Longboat Key officials and residents told Sarasota County representatives during a joint meeting that repeated flooding on St. Armands Circle has left businesses shuttered and homes damaged and asked county leaders to prioritize remediation through a Resilient SRQ grant request for up to $25 million.
Town of Longboat Key officials and residents told Sarasota County representatives during a joint meeting on Nov. 10 that repeated flooding on St. Armands Circle has left businesses shuttered and homes damaged, and asked county leaders to prioritize remediation through a Resilient SRQ grant request for up to $25 million.
The most detailed public comments came from Chris Golia, president of the St. Armands Residents Association, who showed photographs from an June 2024 storm and said the area’s drainage hardware and pumps had failed. "Our streets don't drain," Golia said, pointing to a damaged flap valve and to outdoor restaurant seating under water in the pictures. He said pumps had required temporary trailers and generators from the county to clear water after storms so power could be restored.
Carl Schoelstahl,…
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