NewsYourobserverMay 27, 2026Sarasota County
Main Street redesign project moves forward despite public pushback
A public workshop for the Main Street 'complete street' project in Sarasota faced interruptions as residents and business owners expressed concerns over proposed reductions in on-street parking. City planners and consultants presented three design concepts that prioritize wider sidewalks and pedestrian space, citing survey data suggesting that parking garages are underutilized.
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The project will permanently reduce on-street parking along a 1.2-mile stretch of Main Street to accommodate wider sidewalks and pedestrian amenities, affecting access for downtown retail businesses.
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Who's Mentioned
dateJune 19“Deadline for online survey feedback”organizationKimley-Horn“Consultant firm for the project”personJennifer Jorgensen“Interim City Manager”other1,500“Number of respondents to the visioning phase survey”personCorinne Arriaga“Chief Transportation Planner”locationSelby Library“Location of the public workshop”dateearly 2027“Projected date for 60% design phase completion”personDan Lobeck“City policy critic who interrupted the meeting”personJames Pankonin“Representative from Kimley-Horn”