NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)August 4, 2026Hillsborough
Sarasota reverts to previous parking hours and rates
The City of Sarasota is returning to its previous parking schedule, which includes free parking on Sundays and ending paid parking at 8 p.m. on weekdays. While the hours and rates are reverting, the city will maintain the recently increased fines for parking citations.
Read the full story at WUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)Why It Matters
Residents and visitors will no longer pay for parking on Sundays or after 8 p.m. on weekdays, though they will continue to face higher costs for parking violations.
Key Facts
- Paid parking will now end at 8 p.m. on weekdays.
- Parking will be free on Sundays.
- Parking hourly rates are reverting to previous levels.
- Increased charges for parking citations will remain in effect.
Who's Mentioned
personRichard Russell“General and artistic director of the Sarasota Opera.”personJen Ahearn-Koch“City Commissioner who requested the parking issue be added to the agenda.”organizationSarasota City Commission“The local governing body that voted to reverse the parking policy.”locationSarasota“The city government implementing the parking policy change.”personKyle Battie“City Commissioner who made the motion to reverse the parking policies.”personKathy Kelley Ohlrich“City Commissioner who acknowledged the board failed to consult stakeholders.”