NewsSarasota News LeaderAugust 27, 2026Sarasota County
Sarasota County Commission approves Siesta Key drainage study contract
The Sarasota County Commission unanimously approved a contract with WSP USA Inc. to conduct a drainage study on Siesta Key. The decision followed a brief discussion between commissioners and the county's Stormwater Director regarding the project's scope.
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This study will assess drainage infrastructure on Siesta Key, which may influence future flood mitigation projects and public works spending in the area.
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personTom Knight“Pulled the item from the consent agenda to verify procedural compliance.”personJonathan Lewis“County Administrator who confirmed procedural compliance.”organizationSiesta Key Condominium Council“Representing 100 associations and 7,000 members in support of flood mitigation.”personTeresa Mast“Made the motion to approve the study and confirmed inclusion of specific flood-p”personNeal Schleifer“Acting president of the Siesta Key Condominium Council who supported the study.”personMark Smith“Raised concerns regarding SEUAC review of the scope of work.”organizationSarasota County Commission“Approved the drainage study contract.”organizationWSP USA Inc.“Selected to perform the Siesta Key drainage study.”locationSiesta Key“The geographic area subject to the drainage study.”personBen Quartermaine“Sarasota County Stormwater Director who presented the study plans.”