Public Works

Public Works

Juan J. Florensa, Public Works Director

600 General Harris
Longboat Key, FL 34228
(941) 316-1988
After Hours/Emergency Repairs (941) 316-1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I contact about dead fish or trash on the beach?

Contact the Facilities & Recreation Manager, 316-1958, Ext 223, or the Public Works Department, 316-1988.

How do I dispose of large items such as rugs or white goods such as water heaters?

Contact Waste Management (the Town’s franchise hauler), 753-7591, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., to make arrangements for a special pickup of large items. Fees may apply.

Who do I call if my garbage, recycling or yard waste was not picked up?

Contact Waste Management (the Town's franchise hauler), 753-7591, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. If Waste Management is not responsive, contact the Public Works Department at 316-1988.

Who do I contact about beach renourishment?

Call the Public Works Department, 316-1988.

Who do I contact about Canal Dredging?

Call the Public Works Department, 316-1988.

Where can I find information about drinking water quality?

You can refer to the Drinking Water Quality Report or contact the Town Engineer, 316-1958, Ext 224.

How do I get a new water meter?

New water meters are installed for a variety of purposes. For new construction contact Planning, Zoning and Building, 316-1966. For all other types, contact Utilities, 316-1958, Ext 231, or the Finance Department, 316-1999, ext. 223.

What are the watering restrictions?

watering restrictions

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) declares Modified Phase II SEVERE water sources within charlotte, Desoto, Sarasota and manatee counties. this includes the town of longboat key.

Assigned Watering Days - One-Day Per Week Assigned Watering Times

Address ending in	Irrigate On
0 or 1	Monday
2 or 3	Tuesday	Property Size	Irrigates
4 or 5	Wednesday	Less than 2 Acres	Either before 8 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
6 or 7	Thursday	Greater than 2 Acres	Before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m.
8 or 9	Friday

Additional Restrictions

Hand watering of lawn - limited to watering days and times.
Hand watering of hot spots - still allowed on other days. Time of day restrictions apply.
New or Replacement Lawns - Thirty days total, if needed. Water any day during the first 15 days. Even addresses may water only on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday; Odd addresses may water on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday during the next 30 days. Time of day restrictions apply.
Other new Plant Establishment - Sixty days total, if needed. Water any day during the first 30days. Even addresses may water only on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday; Odd addresses may water only on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday during the next 30 days.
Hand watering, mirco-irrigation of other plants allowed any day, but limited to before 8 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
Aesthetic fountains and other water features may only operate four hours per day. The regular hours of operation can be selected by the owner, but must be posted.
Restaurants may only serve water upon request from the customer.
Entities with existing SWFWMD Variances need to coordinate with SWFWMD (1-800-848-0499) and the Town to ensure the variance is still valid.
Enforcement will be increased, including responding to citizen complaints, monitoring water use through police patrols or customer records, and issuing citations without having first issued a warning.

For further information please contact the Longboat Key Public Works Department at 316-1988 or visit www.watermatters.org.

Who do I contact about a pothole in my street?

Contact the Facilities and Recreation Manager, 316-1958, Ext 223, or the Public Works
Department, 316-1988.

Who do I contact if the storm drain is blocked?

Contact the Facilities and Recreation Manager, 316-1958, Ext 223, or the Public Works
Department, 316-1988.

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Drinking Water Quality Report

Since its inception in 1972 the Town of Longboat Key has purchased its potable water from Manatee County, where it is treated for consumption as described in the Drinking Water Quality Summary.

Manatee County, along with the Town of Longboat Key, follows strict guidelines handed down by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) to ensure quality drinking water. The Town of Longboat Key is happy to report that our water does not violate any standards under The Federal Safe Drinking Water Act. The downloadable report summarizes water testing results and requirements from both the Manatee County Utility Department and the Town of Longboat Key Public Works Department.

If there are any questions about the Town�s water supply please call the Longboat Key Public Works Department at 316-1958 extension 224, or Manatee County Health Department at (941) 748-0747.

YOU MAY PICK UP A COPY OF THE REPORT AT THE FOLLOWING TOWN OFFICES: