ROBERT L. TAYLOR COMMUNITY
COMPLEX MOVES FORWARD

Sarasota, FL: The concept design and revised master plan for the new Robert L. Taylor Community Complex will be presented to the City Commission for approval Mon., December 15, 2008 following last night’s supportive community meeting.

The meeting attracted a substantial audience, ranging from teenagers to senior citizens. “It was a positive meeting,” said Todd Kucharski, City of Sarasota Public Works General Manager. “Many people participated, and we’re pleased about that because this project is about the community. We, as City staff, are working to facilitate this project in order to deliver a significant new recreational facility in North Sarasota/Newtown Community. The City is committed to ensuring the success of the project, so we will continue to need community assistance and input during the whole process of this unique and exciting project,” said Kucharski.

City of Sarasota and Sarasota County staff members, as well as the design consultant, fielded questions from residents and provided explanations. All community concerns were addressed with consensus reached that it is a welcome and much needed development for the community. To view the concept designs click here.

The project is funded through the Surtax III Extension Funding in the amount of $10 million.

For more information, please contact:
Jan Thornburg, Public Information Officer (941) 954-2613
jan.thornburg@sarasotagov.com