Here's something genuinely cool happening in your city: Sarasota is in the final stretch of selecting its next City Manager, and you're invited to come meet them, get a feel for who they are, and share your thoughts.

Starting with 88 applicants back in December, the City Commission has narrowed the field to five finalists. The public gets a chance to meet them in person at an Open House on Monday, February 23, 5:30–8:00 p.m. at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex. Come. Ask questions. Form an opinion. This is exactly the kind of civic process that doesn't get enough attention — and your voice matters here. The Commission is expected to make an offer by February 27, so this is your moment.

Review the finalists and their materials here.