NewsYourobserverMay 13, 2026Sarasota County
Longboat Key Commission Approves New Canal Dredging Funding Plan
The Longboat Key Town Commission unanimously approved a new funding mechanism to pay for the dredging of 88 town canals, which have not been maintained since 2003. The plan uses a combination of flat fees for properties with boat access and general property tax assessments to cover an estimated $9.66 million in initial dredging costs over five years.
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Property owners in Longboat Key will face new annual fees and tax assessments starting in the 2026-27 to fund a continuous canal and maintenance program.
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