Manatee County Government, Work That Matters

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Manatee County’s Community Health Team will be bringing essential health and social services directly to neighborhoods hard hit by Hurricane Milton. Starting tomorrow (Monday, October 14), the team will set up Pop-Up Clinics, enabling them to offer wellness visits, first aid, health screenings, medical and social referrals and local support and information. The clinics will take place on these dates and locations from 9 a.m. to Noon: ? Oct. 14: Trailer Estates,1903 69th Av. W. Bradenton ? Oct. 15: Shadow Brook, 3820 63rd St. E., Palmetto ? Oct. 16: Coach House Mobile Home Park, 3004 49th St. E., Palmetto ? Oct. 17: Terra Siesta Co-Op, 3502 Patricia Place, Ellenton ? Oct. 18: Colony Cove, 101 Amsterdam Ave., Ellenton ? Oct. 19: North River Estates, 7001 36th St. E., Ellenton ? Oct. 20: Sun Key Village, 2601 86th St. E., Palmetto For more storm-related information, please go to mymanatee.org/storm.

Manatee County’s Community Health Team will be at Shadow Brook, 3820 63rd St. E., Palmetto, today, and Coach House Mobile Home Park, 3004 49th St. E., Palmetto, tomorrow. They will offer wellness visits, first aid, health screenings, medical and referrals from 9 a.m. to Noon.

Due to Hurricanes Helene and Milton, our animal shelters have been temporarily closed. Since our Palmetto Adoption Center suffered damage during Hurricane Milton, all dogs are currently being housed at our Bishop location. With the influx of lost pets and lack of space, it is crucial that you visit our Bishop location at 5718 21st Avenue West (Bradenton) to help reunite with your family member. An extended stray hold has been enacted, giving us the ability to hold cats and dogs up to 14 days. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Please call (941) 742-5933 or 311 for more information.

Veterans Services is open regular hours again and keeping appointments previously scheduled for today. They also are accepting walk-ins (lobby closes at 4:30 p.m.). Please call (941) 745-3795 with any questions.

Manatee County Lift Station crews have been working tirelessly since Hurricanes Helene and Milton made landfall, ensuring the continuous flow of wastewater to our treatment facilities. A wastewater lift station is a critical pumping facility that moves sewage or wastewater from lower elevations to higher ones, allowing it to flow through treatment systems or to another location when gravity alone is insufficient. With 120 dedicated employees working 12-hour shifts, our crews have transported pumps, generators and other essential equipment to overcome the significant challenges posed by these storms. At the time of this post, more than 80% of our lift stations are operational. Crews are working around the clock to restore the remaining lift stations to normal operations as quickly as possible. We deeply appreciate the commitment and perseverance of these public servants under such challenging conditions. Residents are urged to continue conserving water until all systems are fully restored. Thank you for your patience and support as we work to keep our community safe and running smoothly.

In coordination with Pafford Medical Services, Manatee County has opened two Health and Wellness Centers to serve residents affected by Hurricane Milton in Rubonia, Palmetto and the Island communities. ?? Locations: ? Rubonia Community Center: 1309 72nd St E, Palmetto, 34221 ? Island Cities: 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach (subject to change) ? Operating Hours: ? 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily, starting today, October 12 Services include: ? Tetanus and Tdap vaccinations ? Wound care and treatment ? General wellness checks ? Additional support for hurricane victims

As Hurricane Milton approached, Manatee County team members worked around the clock to keep our community safe and prepared—leaving their families and homes during an uncertain time. After the storm, our work has continued to bring you ongoing updates and resources. Together, we will recover.

Reminder that County offices and facilities, including libraries, parks, preserves and beaches, will remain closed tomorrow (Friday, October 11) as we work to recover from Hurricane Milton. Please visit mymanatee.org/storm for any additional storm-related information.

In anticipation of the significant rainfall expected from Hurricane Milton, Manatee County Utilities has proactively reduced the Lake Manatee to 36 feet. Daily water release from Lake Manatee is part of our ongoing management efforts. Lowering the dam level ahead of the storm aims to help minimize discharge rates. We have notified residents near the dam to ensure they are aware of the potential impacts on their properties. For further information, please call 3-1-1 or visit mymanatee.org/storm for the latest updates. Your safety is our priority.