Community associations, homeowner organizations and other groups that want information about Sarasota County programs and services can request a speaker from the Sarasota County Speakers Bureau. Sarasota County officials and staff members who are experts in a wide range of fields can share their knowledge with the community.

Dozens of topics can be adapted for any audience, including emergency education, help for small business owners, hot topics in health and wellness, library services and natural resources. Other topics include:

• County budget and financial planning

• Neighborhood services

• Parks and recreation programs

• Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT)

• Home, garden and life skills

A Speakers Bureau brochure offers a list of subject areas and topics, along with information about requesting a speaker and request guidelines. Requests should be submitted four weeks in advance of an event to allow time for scheduling. A detailed list of topics is available online at www.scgov.net/speakersbureau.

The brochure also contains information about making a speaker request for one of Sarasota County’s constitutional officers, including Clerk of the Circuit Court, Property Appraiser’s Office, Sheriff’s Office, Tax Collector’s Office and Supervisor of Elections Office. Speaker contact information is provided for the respective offices.

A speaker request form and a video about the Speakers Bureau are available at www.scgov.net/Speakersbureau. Requests also can be made through the Sarasota County Call Center at 941-861-5000.

For additional information, contact the Call Center at 941-861-5000.