Links mentioned on ABC Action News in August 2024

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Below, you will find the links mentioned on ABC Action News during the month of August.

• Mercado community space
  
  • The Mercado is a new community gathering space at the intersection of Cleveland Street and Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard that will feature a mosaic art installation to add pops of color throughout the space.
  • Help create a lively and engaging space by voting for your favorite artist now through Sept. 15.
  • Vote here

• FDOT meeting on Citrus County road update proposal
  
  • The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is hosting a virtual public meeting to discuss a proposed median modification on US 19/US 98/SR 55/N Suncoast Boulevard from south of NE 1st Terrace to south of Snug Harbor Road in Citrus County.
  • The virtual public meeting will be held Wednesday, Aug. 28, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
  • You can pre-register for the meeting here.

• Submit written comments on the Great Outdoors Initiative
  
  • The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has proposed to increase public access to Florida’s state parks with the addition of new outdoor activities and lodging options.
  • Click here for link to form

• SBA Assistance for Manatee & Sarasota Counties
  
  • Applications for disaster loans may be submitted online using the MySBA Loan Portal
    
    • Click here to access the portal
  • Residents can also contact the SBA’s Customer Service Center by email or phone
    
    • Email: disastercustomerservice@sba.gov
    • Phone: 1-800-659-2955
  • Applications for disaster loans can also be submitted at these locations
    
    • Manatee
      Lakewood Ranch Library
      16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL, 34211
      Mon - Thur 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
      Fri - Sat 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    • Sarasota
      Sarasota Christian Church
      2923 Ashton Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34231
      Mon - Sat 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
      Sun 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Hillsborough County Neighborhood Awards
  
  • This program is designed to recognize neighborhood organizations that have taken on a range of initiatives, from community clean-up to disaster preparedness projects to volunteering
  • The winner will be awarded a $500 prize
  • The deadline to apply is Wednesday, Aug. 21
  • Click here for more information

• Sarasota Hurricane Debby recovery resources
  
  • Full list of resources

• Free hurricane relief kit giveaway
  
  • Thursday, Aug. 15, 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Robert L Taylor Community Complex - 1845 John Rivers Street, Sarasota
  • Arrive early - supplies are limited, and go quickly! (First come, first served)
  • Link to Facebook page

• FloridaCommerce activates Business Damage Assessment Survey
  
  • This survey is intended to measure the impact of damage caused by Hurricane Debby
  • Click here for more information