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    • Thu, February 20, 2025
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Marina Jacks - 2 Marina Plaza Sarasota

    Tannenbaum Lemole & Hill

    ZOOM Course - Fining Procedures For Condominum and Homeowner Associations

    February 18th, 2025

    11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

    Zoom Link: 
    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qq11DjLjS0qqWEvfDqe3tg

    For questions, contact: mcolburn@tlhlegal.com



    • Wed, March 05, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
    Register

    DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

    Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86938656191?pwd=RmRLQ0tTbXRVc2JCOXpwc3hsS3NmUT09

    Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
    Passcode: 175650

    Zoom Meeting Video:

    DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

    Download Agenda: 

    • Approval of Minutes: Pending
    • New Business:
      • Guest Speaker: Marlon Brown - Director of Government Affairs for the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce

        Originally from the twin islands of Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean, Marlon Brown received his Bachelor’s degree from West Virginia University and his Master’s degree from Georgia Tech.

        With over three decades of experience in government service, Brown has held key leadership roles throughout Florida, including serving as the County Administrator for Gadsden County and in various positions within Tallahassee city government. In 2009, he became Deputy City Manager for the City of Sarasota and was appointed City Manager in 2021, making history as Sarasota’s first Black City Manager.

        Following his retirement from government service in 2023, Brown transitioned to the private sector and now serves as the Director of Government Affairs for the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. In this role, he advocates for business-friendly policies on critical issues such as affordable housing, economic development, and transportation.

        Brown remains actively engaged in the community, serving on the Board of the United Way Suncoast and chairing its Community Impact Committee. In his free time, he enjoys sports, traveling, exploring Sarasota's cultural and culinary scene, and spending time with his family.

    • New Business:
    • Committee & Liaison Reports:
    • Platinum/Gold Member News:


    • Thu, March 13, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    • Sarasota Garden Club, 1131 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
    Register

    DSCA TOWN HALL AND ANNUAL MEMBERS MEETING

    THURSDAY MARCH 13, 2025

    Sarasota Garden Club, 1131 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236

    4:00 P.M. – 4:45 P.M. DSCA Town Hall: “Sarasota, Safer Together”
                                                                        SPD Chief  of Police Rex Troche

    4:45 – 5:15 PM - Members Annual Meeting (Condo/Townhouse)

    5:15 – 5:30 P.M. - Board Organizing Meeting

    5:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. Members Reception

    ___________________________________________________

    4:00pm - 4:45pm DSCA Town Hall: “Sarasota, Safer Together” SPD Chief  of Police Rex Troche


            Welcome
            Placemaking in Urban Planning
            Resident Stakeholders & Downtown Sarasota Master Plan Process
            Q&A on Opportunities for Participation
            Adjourn to Reception

    ___________________________________________________

    DSCA Annual Member Meetings are for designated Condo Member Representatives, with all residents and staff of Member condos/townhomes invited to attend. 

    Contact President, David Lough (760-497-9230), if you wish to be invited.

    4:45pm - 5:15pm DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

    • A. Call to Order 
    • B. Introduction of New Member Organizations within past year 
    • C. Secretary’s Report and Approve Annual Meeting Minutes (Apr. 3, 2024) 
    • D. Treasurer’s Report 
    • E. Election of Board Directors 
    • F. DSCA 2024 Review, 2025 Plans 
    • G. Any New Business 
    • H. Members Comments 
    • I. Adjourn 

      Click Here to Download Agenda

      Download Minutes 2024 Members Meeting: Coming Soon

      Download Members Proxy: Coming Soon

      5:15pm - 5:30pm DSCA Board Organizing Meeting Agenda

      ● Call to Order
      ● Welcome New Directors
      ● Election of Officers
      ● Adjourn Board Meeting


      POST MEETING WRAP UP

      View April 4, 2024, Annual Meeting: Click here

      View Annual Meeting Presentation Slides: 

      • Thu, April 10, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
      • Church of the Redeemer 222 S Palm Avenue Sarasota, FL 34236
      • 112
      Register

      Building a Safer Sarasota

      Thursday, April 10th, 2025 | 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

      How safe do YOU feel walking around downtown Sarasota? Do residents feel enough is being done to promote a crime free environment in which to experience all downtown has to offer? What mechanisms are available for residents to make suggestions or report safety concerns, suspicious activities, hazards and violations. Do they feel safe walking through our parks? Crossing our streets? Are the buildings we live in built to safely stand the test of time? Learn from our panel of experts what our city is doing to keep its residents safe today and beyond!

      Explore the latest in crime prevention from the Sarasota Police Department. Learn what our city’s transportation department is doing to ensure safer and walkable streets.

      Hear from Sarasota’s planning department about what changes will be made to ensure its residents feel comfortable walking around downtown

      Join us in discussing what the real estate industry is doing today that will keep condo owners safe well into the future. Discover what our city’s parks department has in store for us to ensure its residents can safely stroll our parks and green space.

      Speakers: 

      Drayton Saunders, President, Michael Saunders & Company

      Jerry Fogle, Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Sarasota

      Steve Cover, Planning Director, City of Sarasota

      Nik Patel, City Engineer, City of Sarasota

      TBA, Sarasota Police Department

      Moderated by:

      Diana Sada, Esq., Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardome. P.C.

      CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FLYER

      WORKSHOP WRAP-UP


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      PowerPoint Slides: 

      • Wed, May 07, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
      • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
      Register

      DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

      Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86938656191?pwd=RmRLQ0tTbXRVc2JCOXpwc3hsS3NmUT09

      Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
      Passcode: 175650

      Zoom Meeting Video:

      DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

      Download Agenda: 

      • Approval of Minutes: Pending
      • New Business:
        • Guest Speaker: 
      • New Business:
      • Committee & Liaison Reports:
      • Platinum/Gold Member News:


      • Wed, June 04, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
      • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
      Register

      DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

      Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86938656191?pwd=RmRLQ0tTbXRVc2JCOXpwc3hsS3NmUT09

      Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
      Passcode: 175650

      Zoom Meeting Video:

      DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

      Download Agenda: 

      • Approval of Minutes: Pending
      • New Business:
        • Guest Speaker: 
      • New Business:
      • Committee & Liaison Reports:
      • Platinum/Gold Member News:


      • Wed, July 02, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
      • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
      Register

      DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

      Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86938656191?pwd=RmRLQ0tTbXRVc2JCOXpwc3hsS3NmUT09

      Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
      Passcode: 175650

      Zoom Meeting Video:

      DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

      Download Agenda: 

      • Approval of Minutes: Pending
      • New Business:
        • Guest Speaker: 
      • New Business:
      • Committee & Liaison Reports:
      • Platinum/Gold Member News:


      • Wed, August 06, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
      • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
      Register

      DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

      Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86938656191?pwd=RmRLQ0tTbXRVc2JCOXpwc3hsS3NmUT09

      Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
      Passcode: 175650

      Zoom Meeting Video:

      DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

      Download Agenda: 

      • Approval of Minutes: Pending
      • New Business:
        • Guest Speaker: 
      • New Business:
      • Committee & Liaison Reports:
      • Platinum/Gold Member News:


      • Wed, September 03, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
      • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
      Register

      DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

      Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86938656191?pwd=RmRLQ0tTbXRVc2JCOXpwc3hsS3NmUT09

      Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
      Passcode: 175650

      Zoom Meeting Video:

      DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

      Download Agenda: 

      • Approval of Minutes: Pending
      • New Business:
        • Guest Speaker: 
      • New Business:
      • Committee & Liaison Reports:
      • Platinum/Gold Member News:


      • Wed, October 01, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
      • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
      Register

      DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

      Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86938656191?pwd=RmRLQ0tTbXRVc2JCOXpwc3hsS3NmUT09

      Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
      Passcode: 175650

      Zoom Meeting Video:

      DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

      Download Agenda: 

      • Approval of Minutes: Pending
      • New Business:
        • Guest Speaker: 
      • New Business:
      • Committee & Liaison Reports:
      • Platinum/Gold Member News:


      • Wed, November 05, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
      • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
      Register

      DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

      Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86938656191?pwd=RmRLQ0tTbXRVc2JCOXpwc3hsS3NmUT09

      Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
      Passcode: 175650

      Zoom Meeting Video:

      DSCA Members Meeting Agenda

      Download Agenda: 

      • Approval of Minutes: Pending
      • New Business:
        • Guest Speaker: 
      • New Business:
      • Committee & Liaison Reports:
      • Platinum/Gold Member News:


    Past events

    Tue, February 18, 2025 An Introduction To The Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program
    Wed, February 05, 2025 DSCA Board Meeting - February 5, 2025
    Fri, January 24, 2025 Webinar - What Every Board Member and Manager Needs to Know About Service Animals
    Wed, January 08, 2025 DSCA Board Meeting - January 8, 2025
    Thu, December 19, 2024 The Smart Board & Property Manager ZOOM Legal Guide- Successfully Operating A Community Association
    Mon, December 09, 2024 The Future of Homelessness Solutions in Downtown Sarasota
    Wed, December 04, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - December 4, 2024
    Tue, December 03, 2024 Required 4-Hour Board Certification Course for Current and New Board Members of Condos & HOAs
    Wed, November 13, 2024 Board Elections 101: What Every Community Needs to Know
    Wed, November 06, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - November 6, 2024
    Thu, October 24, 2024 The Triple Blows of 2024 - Recovering from Hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton
    Thu, October 17, 2024 Workshop: Understanding Sarasota's Changing Condo Market Things you need to know!
    Wed, October 02, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - October 2, 2024
    Wed, September 04, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - September 4, 2024
    Thu, August 22, 2024 New Burdens on Boards By The Newly-Adopted Florida Condo and HOA Laws
    Tue, August 20, 2024 A Comprehensive Guide to Florida's New Condominium & Homeowner Association Website Regulations
    Wed, August 07, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - August 7, 2024
    Wed, July 03, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - July 3, 2024
    Thu, June 27, 2024 Dealing with Difficult and Disruptive Owners Course
    Tue, June 25, 2024 Sarasota Educate to Elevate Expo
    Thu, June 20, 2024 Smart Board & Property Manager CEU Legal Guide: Repair & Maintenance Obligations: Limits of Board Business Judgment
    Wed, June 05, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - June 5, 2024
    Wed, May 22, 2024 Board Certification
    Wed, May 22, 2024 HOA & Condo Board Certification
    Wed, May 01, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - May 1, 2024
    Wed, April 03, 2024 DSCA Town Hall - Downtown Sarasota: Placemaking for People
    Wed, April 03, 2024 DSCA 2024 Annual Members Meeting & Board Organizing Meeting
    Tue, April 02, 2024 Main Street Visioning Workshop
    Thu, March 21, 2024 2024 Smart Board & Property Manager Legal Guide: Dealing With Inquisitive & Disruptive Owners
    Wed, March 20, 2024 Workshop: Sensible, Smart and Sustainable Development Shaping
    Tue, March 19, 2024 Lessons Learned From Hurricane Ian and the Property Policy
    Wed, March 06, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - March 6, 2024
    Thu, February 22, 2024 The Smart Board & Property Manager Legal Guide: The Limits of Fining Authority and How Best to Implement
    Thu, February 08, 2024 Prepare your Condo/HOA for the Corporate Transparency Act
    Wed, February 07, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - February 7, 2024
    Thu, January 18, 2024 2024 Smart Board & Property Manager Legal Guide
    Tue, January 16, 2024 Condominium Board Certification Course - CBIZ Insurance
    Wed, January 03, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - January 3, 2024
    Wed, December 06, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - December 6, 2023
    Tue, November 14, 2023 SRQ VIP SOCIAL
    Wed, November 01, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - November 1, 2023
    Thu, October 19, 2023 Workshop: Sarasota’s Rapid Growth
    Wed, October 04, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - October 4, 2023
    Wed, September 06, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - September 6, 2023
    Tue, August 15, 2023 Legal Update Panel Discussion-Part 2
    Fri, August 11, 2023 What is Citizens Property Insurance Corporation?
    Wed, August 02, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - August 2, 2023
    Tue, July 11, 2023 Senate Bill 154 / Condominium and Cooperative Building Safety
    Wed, July 05, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - July 5, 2023
    Thu, June 22, 2023 DSCA Workshop and Input Session: Restaurants, Bars, and Nightclubs
    Tue, June 20, 2023 SAFETY AND SIRS: RESERVES TO THE RESCUE
    Tue, June 20, 2023 CAMATHON 2023
    Wed, June 14, 2023 Medical Cannabis: Current Status, Health Benefits, and Qualifying Process
    Wed, June 07, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - June 7, 2023
    Wed, June 07, 2023 Property Management vs. Project Management
    Thu, May 18, 2023 Improving Wireless Connection and Radio Frequency in your Building for Fire Code Compliance
    Wed, May 17, 2023 A Legislative Update and Hurricane Preparedness Discussion
    Tue, May 16, 2023 Understanding New 2023 Condo Legislation
    Wed, May 03, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - May 3, 2023
    Tue, April 18, 2023 Effective Community Association Financial Management
    Thu, April 13, 2023 Smart Board & Property Manager Legal Guide ZOOM CEU: The Addition of Charging Stations to Florida Condominium or HOA Properties
    Wed, April 05, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - April 5, 2023
    Tue, April 04, 2023 DSCA Town Hall - Downtown: Dysfunction or Diversity?
    Thu, March 16, 2023 Workshop: The Exploding Costs of Living in Paradise!
    Wed, March 01, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - March 1, 2023
    Tue, February 21, 2023 DSA Annual Evening of Recognition
    Wed, February 01, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - February 1, 2023
    Sun, January 29, 2023 The Past, Present, and Future of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
    Wed, January 25, 2023 Rosemary District Community Meeting
    Wed, January 04, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - January 4, 2023
    Wed, December 07, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - December 7, 2022
    Wed, November 02, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - November 2, 2022
    Thu, October 20, 2022 Workshop: Are Fines Coming to Your Condo? New Legislative Deadlines Are!
    Wed, October 05, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - October 5, 2022
    Thu, September 22, 2022 2022 City Commission Candidates Forum
    Wed, September 07, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - September 7, 2022
    Wed, August 03, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - August 3, 2022
    Wed, July 06, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - July 6, 2022
    Wed, June 29, 2022 DSCA Greenspace Committee Meeting - Green Building & Environmental Sustainability
    Wed, June 01, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - June 1, 2022
    Tue, May 10, 2022 Workshop: New Condo Association Technologies: Helpful or Hurtful?
    Wed, May 04, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - May 4, 2022
    Wed, April 06, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - April 6, 2022
    Thu, March 24, 2022 DSCA Workshop: "Restorative Cities" - Building A Healthy Tomorrow
    Wed, March 02, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - March 2, 2022
    Wed, February 02, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - ZOOM ONLY - February 2, 2022
    Tue, February 01, 2022 CANCELLED - DSCA 2022 Condo Lawn Bowling Challenge
    Wed, January 05, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - ZOOM ONLY - January 5, 2021
    Thu, December 16, 2021 DSCA Transportation Committee Meeting
    Wed, December 01, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - December 1, 2021
    Wed, November 03, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - November 3, 2021
    Wed, October 13, 2021 How Healthy Is Your Building?
    Wed, October 06, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - October 6, 2021
    Wed, September 01, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - September 1, 2021
    Wed, August 04, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - August 4, 2021
    Wed, July 07, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - July 7, 2021
    Wed, June 16, 2021 SPECIAL EMERGENCY POWERS FOR BOARD MEMBERS: The Latest Legislative Update
    Wed, June 02, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - June 2, 2021
    Wed, May 05, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - May 5, 2021
    Wed, April 07, 2021 DSCA Members Meeting & Board Meeting - April 7, 2021
    Wed, March 24, 2021 Insurance Rate Hikes Webinar
    Wed, March 03, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - March 3, 2021
    Wed, February 03, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - Feb. 3, 2021
    Wed, January 06, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - Jan. 6, 2021
    Wed, December 02, 2020 DSCA Board Meeting - Dec. 2
    Wed, November 11, 2020 Reserve Studies & Building Maintenance Webinar
    Wed, November 04, 2020 DSCA Board Meeting - Nov. 4
    Thu, October 29, 2020 DSCA Homeless Committee Meeting
    Thu, August 20, 2020 DSCA Presents: Ask The Attorney
    Wed, June 03, 2020 DSCA Board Meeting - Jun. 3
    Wed, May 06, 2020 DSCA Board Meeting [online] - May 6
    Wed, April 01, 2020 DSCA Members & Board Meetings [online] - Apr. 1
    Wed, March 04, 2020 DSCA Board Meeting - Mar. 4
    Fri, February 28, 2020 DSCA Condo Lawn Bowling Challenge
    Wed, February 05, 2020 DSCA Board Meeting - Feb. 5
    Wed, January 08, 2020 DSCA Jan. 8 Board Meeting
    Wed, December 04, 2019 DSCA Holiday Reception
    Wed, December 04, 2019 DSCA Board Meeting & Holiday Reception
    Wed, November 06, 2019 DSCA Board Meeting - Nov. 6
    Wed, October 02, 2019 DSCA Board Meeting - Oct. 2
    Wed, September 04, 2019 DSCA Board Meeting - Sep. 4
    Thu, June 27, 2019 DSCA Forum on Optimal Living - Get Well with Medical Cannabis

    About DSCA

    The Downtown Sarasota Condominium Association (DSCA) is the designated neighborhood organization to represent the interests of the condominium associations, townhomes, apartments and their residents, that are within the greater Downtown Sarasota.


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