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Legacy Trail extension

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 18, 2026.

Public comments (2)

SupportiveJohn SaxtonSep 18, 2026

Urged extending the Legacy Trail through North Sarasota, calling the trail critical infrastructure approaching one million annual uses, and also asked the county to consider alternative funding options for preserving the Gulfgate golf course.

Special Joint City Commission Meeting with Sarasota County - Sep 18, 2026 · 2:21:06 →
SupportiveCharles HinesSep 18, 2026

Asked the boards to keep pushing the Benderson Park connection and said the Newtown extension is doable — it's Newtown's time to have their trail — with a working group and liaisons in place.

Special Joint City Commission Meeting with Sarasota County - Sep 18, 2026 · 2:28:32 →