Sarasota County sets North Port meeting to discuss new flood maps

Published on February 27, 2024

Sarasota County has added a North Port location to the list of previously scheduled public meetings to discuss the new flood maps the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued, affecting North Port property owners. New flood insurance rate maps (FIRMs) could impact your insurance requirements and premiums.

The added North Port meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 5, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Morgan Family Community Center (6207 W. Price Blvd.).

Sarasota County has compiled resources to help you determine whether your property or business has been affected by the new FIRMs and how you can find more information.

The updated schedule of upcoming public meetings includes:

• Wednesday, Feb. 28, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Francis T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice.
• Tuesday, March 5, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Morgan Family Community Center, 6207 W. Price Blvd., North Port.
• Wednesday, March 13, from 5 to 6 p.m., held virtually over ZOOM  (ID 832 9202 7798).

For more information, or to view the new flood maps, visit NorthPortFL.gov/FloodMaps.