Daily News Roundup: March 21, 2025
Manatee County Eyes 550-Acre Land Deal to Expand Florida Wildlife Corridor
Manatee County is working toward a partnership with the state to acquire a 550-acre property near Myakka City that could be vital in expanding the Florida Wildlife Corridor. County officials identified the land in East Manatee County as a potential conservation area that would benefit wildlife and the local community.
Manatee County Commissioners to Deliberate on Key Infrastructure and Community Initiatives
The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners is set to meet on March 25, 2025, to discuss and vote on several critical agenda items impacting residents and businesses in the county. Among the key topics for approval are infrastructure development projects aimed at improving roadways and transportation systems, ensuring safer and more efficient trave…
Manatee County EMS Traffic Signal Pilot Program Shows Promising Results
A Manatee County pilot program designed to speed up emergency response times using advanced traffic signal technology has shown substantial early success. The program equips ambulances with devices that can preempt traffic lights, turning them green before the vehicle arrives at intersections.
Manatee County Launches Email Sign-Up for Disaster Recovery Program Updates
Manatee County has opened its official sign-up form for residents and stakeholders to receive email updates on “Lasting Manatee,” the county’s long-term recovery initiative funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Relief (CDBG-DR) program.
Veterans Benefit Update Meetings Set
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (March 21, 2025) – Veterans and/or their spouses residing in Manatee County are invited to attend one of five Veterans Services' annual meetings this April to receive updates on eligible Veterans Affairs benefits.