🌀 Phillippi Creek Flood Relief Delayed—What It Means for Sarasota Homeowners
Hey everybody—Michael here, bringing you an important Sarasota update from the banks of Phillippi Creek.
📍 As you might remember, Phillippi Creek is the stormwater backbone for Sarasota, draining over 55 square miles of land. It’s a lifeline during hurricane season.
But here’s the problem:
🔹 Sarasota County submitted an emergency dredging plan this spring
🔹 The federal government put it on hold, requesting a full review
🔹 That means no work will begin until after hurricane season
💧 Crews have cleared over 1,000 cubic yards from key areas and repaired
nearby ditches—but it’s not the full fix.
The silver lining?
🏗️ The county is forming a new Stormwater Department to prioritize funding, focus, and long-term solutions.
What You Can Do Right Now:
● ✅ Check your gutters and drains
● ✅ Refresh sandbags
● ✅ Evaluate your flood coverage
📍 Want help prepping your property or reviewing flood risks?
➡️ https://blog.teamrenick.com/local-area-happenings/
📞 Or call me directly: 941-400-8735
